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Frugal Halloween Wreaths

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April 24, 2020 by FrugalCouponLiving Filed Under: Crafts, Halloween

I’m sure many of you have great frugal ideas for Halloween or Fall decor. When it comes to wreaths, I feel like I have almost done it all…and then someone comes up with another cute idea. I love this one because it is truly CHEAP and EASY! No sewing, no gluing, no experience with floral arrangements!

Head to Something To Do to see the instructions on how to make this Tulle Halloween Wreath. I bought black tulle recently at JoAnn and the normal price was just $1.99/yd. Take your 50% off coupon with you and only pay $.99/yard! Since my door is black, I think I will do it in orange tulle with a white ribbon and then either add black or white (or both) felt polka dots to it! (Thanks, Moms By Heart)

You could also make one with Halloween-looking fabrics for a more folksy look, like this one from A Little Bit of Everything. Or, use ribbon like The Long Thread did.

If you have some frugal fall decorating ideas, send them over and maybe I’ll just showcase one!

Also visit our Dollar Tree Halloween Wreath ideas.

WHAT’S TRENDING? Looking for a few engaging activities? Grab Minute to Win it Games – Traditional, Holiday, Group, and more! Use these fun activities in the office, classroom, or at your next birthday party.

Today Only: Shark Steam Mop $65 shipped

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April 11, 2020 by FrugalCouponLiving Filed Under: Home Improvement, Online Shopping, Target, Today Only

This is a Today Only deal!

Head over to look at the Target Daily Deal for a steal on the Shark Steam Mop Blue. It’s $65 today with FREE shipping! This is an online-only price. (Seems the Shark deal isn’t so hot after all!)

Also featured in the Target Daily Deal today is the Canon SD1300 IS 12.1MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom – Silver for $109 from $179.

Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt at Night

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April 10, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Easter, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt at Night on Frugal Coupon Living. Using a flashlight or tealights, recreate this Easter Egg Hunt Idea outside your normal traditions.

Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt at Night

Remember our Easter Egg Dying Ideas for thinking outside the typical egg dye? This time we wanted to share with you a creative Easter Egg Hunt, a Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt.

Updated for 2020: This year I will be doing this night time Easter egg hunt with my family since the kids can sleep in the next day. I will not be using tea lights but will be using flashlights. I will have the older kids hide the eggs and then draw a map. This will add time to their daily routine. I will have the younger kids be the hunters using the older kids as guides and using their map (even if the map is unnecessarily). They can all sleep in the next day!

To achieve this fun scavenger hunt for the kids at night, we place flameless tea lights inside of our Easter Eggs. You can fill the remaining space with tiny candy, like M&Ms or skittles, or you can have the kids trade in their flameless lights for a treat basket that you have. That way they get to choice a candy they like and you get back your tea lights!

They sell glow in the dark Easter eggs online, but we find they do not get as bright as eggs with lights inside. We picked up our eggs and flameless tea lights at the dollar store, that means you can pull this off for next to nothing and it’s a memorable way to enjoy Easter and create a new family tradition!

Tealights add up so there is another way to play this game/hunt, have a Flashlight Easter Egg hunt. You can keep the glow in the dark theme with the flameless tealights or you can have bright colored eggs to they stand out when a flashlight shines on them. Enjoy an evening searching for eggs in the dark. Make it challenging by hiding the eggs in places that are not seen well in the light (or in the dark) or make it not as challenging and just fun by having eggs that are easily found in the light but not as well in the dark.

When inviting others, ask people to bring their own flashlight. You can pay attention to when the sun sets in your area on the weather channel and then plan a start time approximately 20 minutes after the sun sets. If you kids go to bed early, perhaps move this flashlight Easter Egg hunt inside and shut all the blinds in your home. You could have your own flashlight Easter egg hunt in doors!

Afterwards, have fun making these glow in the dark eggs with this easy science experiment with the kids!

Make real glow in the dark eggs with this easy science experiment with the kids! Pin to Pinterest.

Take a look at these Easter Egg Dying Ideas – Think Outside the Carton . Pin to Pinterest.

Summer Tie Dye Crafts for the Kids

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March 29, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Summer

Summer Tie Dye Crafts on Frugal Coupon Living. Summer Bucket List Ideas for Kids including Tie Dye Ideas for your summer calendar.

Summer Tie Dye Crafts

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Summer can be a struggle. Listening to moans of “I’m bored” to creating a calendar that fills in all your bucket list items in two short months. Whether you are looking to fill an empty calendar or have room for just a few more ideas on an already congested calendar, we have some creative summer tie dye crafts for you! Take a look at these bucket list ideas for your kids.

Fiskars has the coolest tutorial. Turn scrap tissue paper into a Canvas Tie Dye Work of Art! | Fiskars

Take a look at these vibrant tie dye patterns including 16 simple tie dye folding techniques | By Stephanie Lynn

Who says you can’t live like a unicorn? Make these Tie Dye S’mores – how creative… because food should come in tie dye too! | Studio DIY

Make your own tie dye galaxy jars in just a few steps using paint, a pouncer and mason jars | The Swell Designer

Get your shoes ready for the school year with these Tie Dye Shoes Tutorial | A Pumpkin and a Princess

Nobody will even think about Eggos with these homemade tie-dye waffles on the scene | She Knows

This cool tie dye t-shirt bag is super easy to make takes only takes minutes to sew | Skip to My Lou

Get in my belly with these Tie Dye Cookies | Baked Bree

I am so in love with the braid on this Tie Dye Swim Suit Cover-Up, made from a T-shirt! | Adventures of a Middle Sister

I could see these ad bedtime with a cozy night gown – how to create tie dye socks! | I Love to Create Blog

Prepare for the back to school season with these homemade tie dye bookmarks made with markers! | CBC

These are so fun and there are different styles – Tie Dye Headbands made from T-shirts | DIY Candy

Find a sweet place to lay your head with this Tie Dye Pillow Tutorial | Plain Vanilla Mom

Bake a cake! We love this rainbow tie dye cake – looks like a sweet treat! | Hi Sugar Plum

Hosting a gathering? Make these cute Tie Dye Party Favor Bag Ideas | Ginger Snap Crafts

This Tie Dye Scarf is so creative and made from the scraps of a t-shirt! | Ginger Snap Crafts

This is a creative way to tie dye art – Kids can cover their paper with tons of colorful bubbles then sit back and watch the magic happen as the bubbles dry… | A Little Pinch of Perfect

This craft will lead to a future craft… tie dye yarn with Koolaid! | Tangled Happy

You might find yourself being the coolest kid at the pool with this personalized tie dye towel! | Kids Activities Blog

I bet mom has a few coffee filters she can spare! Make these Tie Dye Coffee Filters with markers! | Little Bins for Little Hands

We love this Visual Summer Bucket List for Kids. Pin to Pinterest.

Enjoy these Crafts for Teens and Tweens. Pin to Pinterest.

Also take a look at these DIY Summer Fun Ideas for Kids. Pin to Pinterest.

Straight Outta Camp Printable and Download

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March 10, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Summer

Straight Outta Camp Printable

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Has summer camp created lasting memories, if so check out this FREE PRINTABLE, Straight Outta Camp. This is perfect for iron t-shirts, cinch bags, duffel and more. We used a polyester bag, which was adorable but a cotton t-shirt or cotton cinch bag would be perfect no only for the iron-on, but also for getting signatures. We suggest using Sharpie Markers.

Supplies:

T-Shirt Transfer Paper
Cotton T-Shirt or Poly Bag
Fabric Markers
Iron
Kraft Paper (if using a polyester bag) – also try to find the paper at the Dollar Store or a Craft Store for under $5!

Directions:

Open the Straight Outta Camp image (see below) on the computer.
Set your printer to mirror image before you print.
Print your image on the coated side of the transfer paper (white side, not word side). Allow the printed image to dry before transferring.
Heat up Iron.
Pre-Iron bag or T-Shirt to remove moisture and to create a flat surface.
Place transfer face down and press firmly with the iron. Peel a corner to make sure it is attached before removing completely.

If using a polyester cinch bag use Kraft Paper to avoid melting the bag with the iron! Keep in mind that poly bags are harder to sign.

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Don’t forget our Summer Camp Care Package. Pin to Pinterest.

Free Easter Printables You Want this Spring!

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February 28, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Easter, Facebook, Home Improvement, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Spring

We found an adorable collection of Free Easter Printables for your home decor, crafts, table, gifts and more. You will love and reuse these spring printables.

Free Easter Printables

I am not necessarily a lazy holiday decorator, but I am a pretty frugal decorator, especially when it comes to the seasons. Why? I have a hard time buying new things for the home that are only used for a month or two. Because of this reason, I often look to the internet and Pinterest for help – Thank God for Pinterest! That is why I love these FREE, yes FREE, printables. Pick up these free spring printables to create a pretty accent to your home, your crafts, gifts, tables, and more. Find everything from inspirational scripture, to adorable treat holders, printable gift wrap, table displays and more.

TIP: Another tip for staying frugal during the seasons, besides looking for printables online, be sure to also use some decorations year around. Take lanterns, mason jars, trays, trivets and more to decorate the home. These serving pieces can be put away when they are not used but can add touches to your home during all the seasons!

This spring, don’t forget your teacher! Download this Easter teacher gift tag, You are the best teacher some bunny could ask for!

We also love this Egg-cellent teacher gift tag or also good for a coach, friend or neighbor!

This mini Easter bouquets are precious and perfect for a neighbor, teacher or friend! Look at the tutorial and grab these Easter tags. | Say Yes

Popcorn, jelly beans and more. We are in love with these carrot treat boxes! How precious are they in that brown bag Easter basket?| Lia Griffith

These Easter Cards are adorable and easily made with your Cricut Machine. | Frugal Coupon Living

I love the look of watercolor prints this free Easter printable with a pretty watercolor wreath doesn’t disappoint. | Clean and Scentsible

Frame this adorable Easter bunny with a bow – Happy Easter Printable | Frugal Coupon Living

You guys, we saw these precious items on her Easter Table, but get your own free Easter printable – Spring Apothecary Jar Labels. I am so excited to find these! (We also shared it in our Farmhouse Easter Decor) | Blesser House

How beautiful is this Easter Vingette with watercolor eggs under a tall glass cloche. Add a touch of moss, maybe a wreath and some eggs and you have the perfect farmhoue Easter decor. | Craftberry Bush

These vintage bunnies are so cute. Lay as a place setting or tie to a mason jar! | Paint Me Pink

Another Easter goody bag. Get your jelly beans ready and fill these free printable Bunny Treat Boxes! | Lia Griffith

Hop for joy after printing this free bunny banner – adorable for spring! | The Girl Creative

Oh, Hello Spring! Grab this Easter SVG freebie for your Cricut and create this adorable sign – Dont’ forget our Free Cricut Printables | Kimber Dawn Co

Want all the scripture Easter printables you can get – we just hit the jackpot with these six freebies! | I Should be Mopping the Floors

It’s about time to wrap up some Easter gifts and this adorable free gift wrapping paper does not disappoint. We are so inspired! | Tinselbox

How cute are these Spring Bunny Printables – use to top a gift or as napkin rings at the Easter Table. | The Pretty Blog

This is one of my favorite spring printables – He is Risen (He is Risen Indeed!) | The 36th Avenue

Who doesn’t love a freebie?! Pick up this free printable Easter banner. I love how vintage it is! (We also shared it in our Farmhouse Easter Decor) | Ella Claire Inspired

Oh my goodness, it is as if Humpty Dumpty and the Elf on the Shelf have been merged into one! We love them. | Tinselbox

Watercolors must be the style of spring, how precious is this watercolor bunny printable – Happy Easter! | Nina Hendrick

Download this free spring printable to make your own artistic Easter chalk art! I had no idea this chalk art tutorial could be this easy using a projector! Did you know? | How to Nest for Less

I know my Redeemer Lives hanging Easter scroll! Yes, please. | Blesser House

How amazing is the design on each one of these letters – grab this Happy Easter Banner for the home! It looks great in an entry way. | On Sutton Place

And because you can never have enough Easter printables, grab this “He Makes All Things New” botanical farmhouse spring printable. (We also shared it in our Farmhouse Easter Decor) | Cherished Bliss

Also enjoy these Spring & Eater Home Decor Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Take a look at these Easter Egg Dying Ideas Outside of the Carton. Pin to Pinterest.

We also enjoy these Eater Food Crafts for the Kids. Pin to Pinterest.

Don’t forget our Inspiring Farmhouse Easter Decor – Pin to Pinterest.

Random Acts of Kindness Day

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January 31, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Birthday, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

Random Acts of Kindness Day is February 17th. Whether celebrating in February, on your birthday or year-round, we have creative Random Acts of Kindness Ideas for kids and adults plus free printables to spread joy and offer compliments.

Random Acts of Kindness Day

Have you heard of RAK? RAK is an acronym for Random Acts of Kindness, and this acronym has it’s own day – Random Acts of Kindness Day!

When is Random Acts of Kindness Day?

Did you even know this existed? Random Acts of Kindness Day is February 17th. Though a newer holiday, this global holiday is growing in popularity.

Celebrated on February 17th, National Random Acts of Kindness Day has grown in popularity each year. It is celebrated by individuals, groups and organizations, nationwide, to encourage acts of kindness. It is a favorite day to many, as people everywhere are enjoying doing these acts of kindness.

Random Acts of Kindness Day Hashtags

In to social media, follow or use some of these RAK hashtags to get in on the trend!

#RAKday #FuellingKindness #BeKind #Kindness #MakeKindnessTheNorm

Follow our Random Acts of Kindness Ideas you can use for birthdays, on February 17th, or 365 days a year!

Birthday Random Acts of Kindness

Hear me out. Random acts of kindness can go beyond February 17th. Pay it forward and try RAK year-round like on your birthday. We shared in our Family Birthday Celebrations ways for kids to spread kindness on a day that is all about them.

Have you heard of 40 Random Acts of Kindness for 40 or 20 Random Acts of Kindness Before 20? Whatever the birthday, spread the same RAK as the year of your age. What an incredible tradition to start with the kids!

Birthday Random Acts of Kindness Ideas

When starting with kids, they don’t have to be challenge. These Kids Random Acts of Kindness ideas start small and can grow with age. They can do it on their birthday, on a RAK holiday, or year around.

Give a hug
Give a compliment
Write a grandparent a letter in the mail
Make cookies for a neighbor
Pick up trash that isn’t yours
Leave tennis balls at the dog park
Leave chalk and bubbles at the park
Introduce yourself to someone new
Bring toys to the homeless shelter
Visits the Dollar Store and leave dollars around!

The last idea is our favorite, and because it’s our favorite, we added a free Random Acts of Kindness Printable for the Kids (and adults too!) Leave dollars with note at the Dollar Tree or in the dollar section of Target (etc.)

We, of course, have Random Acts of Kindness Ideas for Adults too!

Pay for the drive through order behind you
Bring a co-worker an extra cup coffee
Give your seat to someone
Gas up your spouses car
Prepare a meal for an elderly friend or neighbor
Send your mom flowers
Leave a larger than normal tip
Feed someone’s parking meter
Donate money anonymously
Pass out kindness cards with free compliments.

Of course we love the last RAK idea. We have a Free Kindness Cards Printable. Print as many times as you want but pass out these six compliment printables. Free Compliments include

You are kind
You are worth it
You are enough just the way you are
You matter
You are braver than you think
You are loved.

Random Acts of Kindness Printables

As our own Random Acts of Kindness for you, we have two free Random Acts of Kindness printables. This is a great way we can all pay it forward and spread the love in February or year around.

Download Your Free Random Acts of Kindness Printables

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How to Print at Staples

I have a video to show you how I print my PDF documents at Staples.

You can also follow the directions below.

Have your PDF, Word Document or printable saved to a folder on your computer.
Sign in or create a Staples account.
Return to the Staples Printing Service Page.
Scroll down to Self-Service printing.
Go to Start Project.
Go to Documents Printing.
Select Browse.
Select the Buy Now Button under color.
In the left column, choose add file(s).
Select upload files (to upload a file from your computer).
Add more files or select the blue upload button.
Select done.
Give your job a name in the top left column.
Choose color or B&W.
Make sure your project is single sided. (You can choose double sided if you need.)
Choose the correct orientation of your project – landscape or portrait.
I changed my media to 8.5×11 67 lb card/coverstock (I prefer a card stock feel over printer paper feel. It makes the paper very durable and sturdy.)
Save your product to Staples or select add to cart on the bottom right.
Proceed to checkout.

*Note: these Staple print service steps were added in Winter 2019 The directions may change as the website changes. They should give you a general outline of how to upload and order a print on Staples.com.

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your final Random Acts of Kindness printables – show us where you payed it forward and showed some love! Leave a comment and/or add a photo here on Pinterest!

Also take a look at our Family Birthday Celebrations. Pin to Pinterest.

FREE Bunny Tails Bag Topper Printable

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January 30, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Easter, Free, Frugal Living, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Spring

FREE Bunny Tails Bag Topper Printable

I simply LOVE bag toppers, especially when they are FREE. First they are such an easy craft, second they are such a cheap “thinking about you gift!” Grab this FREE Bunny Tails Bag Topper Printable for your little rabbits this Easter Season.

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