Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day 2018: It’s the Little Things that Add Up
Valentine’s Day has gone to the Dogs – Literally
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and friends, lovers, husbands, wives, significant others and dog lovers – if they haven’t already – will hit the stores to get that special something for that special someone… or special dog in their lives. While humans will be purchasing chocolate and flowers or jewelry for their human companions, dog […]
Romantic “On A Budget” Valentine Day Ideas
Are you still trying to figure out what you want to do today for Valentine’s? Are you strapped for cash but still want to show that special somebody that you care? Here are some frugal ideas to help you plan the perfect evening that won’t send you over your budget. Prepare A Meal Together Try […]
DIY Thursdays: 2 Sweet and Simple Valentine Day Treats
Strawberry Cannoli Ingredients • 1 pint (12 oz) of strawberries, rinsed, hulled, and halved • 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar • 1 tub (15 0z) of whole-milk ricotta cheese • 4 ounces of cream cheese • 1 cup of confectioner sugar • ¼ teaspoon of almond extract • 1 box (4 or 5.25 oz) sugar […]
The Best and Worst Things to Buy in February
February may be the shortest month of the year, but it’s certainly not lacking in savings. You might not score as big of a discount as you would prefer on a Valentine’s Day gift, but this month you’ll find deals on several necessities like winter coats and tax software. We’ve sorted through the DealNews archives […]
DIY Thursdays: Strawberry Rice Krispy Treats just in Time for Valentine’s Day
This is a very simple recipe from LemonsForLulu.com. I have used it time and time again and it has never let me down. The best part is that it puts a new spin on the old Rice Krispy recipe that we all love. I guarantee you will leave your taste buds watering and wanting more. […]
DIY Thursdays: Easy and Inexpensive Valentine’s Day Treat for your Co-Workers, Kid’s Class, or That Special Someone
Valentine’s Day is around the corner and most people are still recovering from the spending that they did during the holiday season. So to help you celebrate the holiday of love on a budget, we have the perfect sweet treat that you can give out to co-workers, friends, kids, or that special someone in your […]
DIY Thursdays: Valentine’s Day Stained Glass Heart Cookies
These eye-catching cookies can be cut into any shape, just as long as you have the cookie cutter in two different sizes. If you don’t have a cookie cutter, that’s fine, you can simply just take a sharp knife and trace out any pattern that your heart desires. Ingredients: • 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose […]
Throwing a Fun Valentine’s Day Party for Singles
For couples, Valentine’s Day is a holiday to do something romantic, feed each other chocolate and gush about the benefits of being in a relationship. For singles, it’s a day to mock the Hallmark holiday. Many unattached people may feel lonely, annoyed or a combination of the two on Valentine’s Day, which can make it […]
Creative Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Under $20
6 Apps for an Affordable and Romantic Valentine’s Day
Planning Valentine’s Day on a Budget
TV commercials and marketing pitches make Valentine’s Day seem like you have to spend hundreds of dollars! From expensive jewelry to lavish dinners, the message is “love is going to really cost you.” Of course while an extravagant Valentine’s Day may make your honey happy at the time, the following month when the credit card […]
6 Fabulous February Financial Tips
Valentine’s Day, To Bee or Not to Bee… Costly
This Valentine’s Day, couples are once again eager to shower their loved ones with special gifts. According to the National Retail Federation’s 2011 Valentine’s Day Consumer Intentions and Actions Survey, the average person will spend $116.21 on traditional Valentine’s Day merchandise this year, up 12.8 percent over last year’s $103.00. As one would think, […]
Valentine’s Day Dining Do’s and Don’ts
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, many couples are finalizing plans for their romantic evening out. A recent Valentine’s Day survey estimates that $3.4 billion will be spent on dining out. With your romantic life, and your pocketbook on the line, here’s some basic do’s and don’ts to dining out on Valentine’s Day: Valentine’s […]
5 Frugal Gifts to Show Your Love on Valentine’s Day
Whether you have a boyfriend, husband, best friend or family member, you can show them how much you appreciate and love them this Valentine’s Day without over spending. Money issues can be key factors to problems in relationships of all kinds, so buy your loved ones a Valentine’s Day gift this year that will not […]
