50+ Mother's Day Gifts Priced Under $10

Mother's Day approaches and you find yourself with more special ladies to remember than money in your pocket. The economy is tight; people are losing jobs, factories are closing, hours are getting cut. There's sometimes barely enough for bills, let alone gifts for special occasions. I've been a mother for twenty years and I want to quickly assure you first of all that it is the thought that really counts. Gifts are nice, but truly, not necessary. Having said that, I know many of you will say, 'but I want to give my mother, grandmother, aunt, friend, teacher, a token of my affection and regard."50+ Mother's Day Gifts Priced Under $10

 

Double Duty Bridal Shower Decorations, Prizes, Wedding Gifts

I've said before that I'm a party gal. I love planning festivities with a low-cost, repurposed, recycled, homemade aesthetic  Here are cheap, double-duty party decorations, bridal shower prizes and wedding party gifts for receptions or showers. Reuse decorations as game prizes, bridal gifts and thank-you presents. Here are suggestions.
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Cheap Wedding Shower Gift, Spring Break, Summer Fashion, Beach--Pool Accessories Under $10

Planning on a sunny Spring Break beach, cruise or pool vacation? Even if you don't hit the beach for Spring vacation, summer is coming soon. Here is a list of must-have beach and pool essentials. In my article, I listed them under $10-$15, but honestly, with prudent shopping, you could pick these up for under $5. I've bought the whole beach ensemble: bathing suit, skirt, lotion, sunscreen, coverup, hat, towel, bag, sunglasses, water bottle, makeup, shoes, hair accessories for under $50. Stuff the bag with goodies and give as a honeymoon wedding shower gift or gradution present--under $25. Scour discount shops, dollar stores. Victoria's Secret offers free or cheap beach bag if you buy certain products. Pier One, World Market, TJ Maxx and Old Navy are reasonable.  Spring Break and Summer Fashion: Beach and Pool Must-Haves