Holidays
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Is Black Friday the Best Time to Buy the Year’s Most Coveted Toys?
Prices for this year’s top toys — including classic brands and new dolls, electronics, and Star Wars merchandise — seem clustered in the $35 to $70 range, and the cost of filling up stockings and wrapping gifts for kids, grandkids,…
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How to Make Your Own Pumpkin Spice Latte: 10 Recipes to Try at Home
Since Starbucks introduced the pumpkin spice latte in 2003, the coffee chain has sold more than 200 million of the drinks, Forbes reported last fall, estimating seasonal sales at more than $100 million — one $4.25 to $4.75, 12-ounce dose…
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27 Cheap and Clever DIY Costumes for Adults and Kids
Some enthusiasts spend a good chunk of the year planning the perfect Halloween costume that expertly straddles the line between clever and spooky. Others desperately search for something they can throw together 20 minutes before a Halloween party. Those who…
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10 Cool, Creepy, and Cheap Halloween Makeup Tricks
It’s easy to overspend on an elaborate costume at Halloween. Instead of stocking up on specialized Halloween makeup at a pop-up costume shop, head to the drugstore — or to your makeup bag. These 10 looks, from spooky to downright…
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13 Cheap and Trendy Halloween Costumes for 2016
Every year Halloween creeps up and scares thousands into last-minute, costly costume choices. But with just a little planning, you can come up with a timely and affordable Halloween costume. These pop culture icons from the past year, real or…
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12 Unusual Jack-o’-Lanterns to Wow Trick-or-Treaters
In October, the pumpkin gets an upgrade from humble gourd to holiday icon. Unusual jack-o’-lanterns often require extra work, but the reward is a personalized Halloween decoration worth showing off.Related: 13 Things to Do with Leftover Pumpkin Guts POKÉMON PUMPKINS…
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15 Genius Ways to Use Rosh Hashanah Leftovers
Food is front and center during most Jewish holidays, and the new year celebration of Rosh Hashanah (starting Oct. 2 this year) is no exception. Even people who aren’t hosting…
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16 Ways to Make Holiday Shopping More Affordable — Starting Now
It’s not even Halloween, but many consumers are already prepping for the annual holiday spending extravaganza—and they may be on to something. Retailers are readying for Black Friday, traditionally the…
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20 Fall Weather Essentials Under $50
Fall isn’t far off, and with it comes a temptation to buy a host of cold-weather gear for the kitchen, the yard, and everything in between. Frugal consumers can get…
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Enough With the Stuffing: 10 Ways to Use Stale Bread
A staple for many cultures dating back thousands of years, bread is still one of the most beloved foodstuffs. As with any food staple, cooks have devised ways to use…
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10 Low-Cost Dishes for Passover Seder
During Passover, the Bible says, Jewish people should abstain from eating anything made from barley, oats, wheat, rye, and spelt that is not cooked within 18 minutes of coming into…
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10 Festive St. Patrick’s Day Parades
The St. Patrick’s Day parade originated not in Ireland but in America. New York City lays claim to the first one, in 1762. Soon after, the annual celebration spread to…
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Forget Valentine’s Day: 10 Ways to Celebrate Singles Awareness Day
Seeing affectionate couples strolling about on Valentine’s Day is romantic for some, but for those who feel left out, there’s an unofficial holiday to observe on Feb. 14 (or Feb.…
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10 Budget-Friendly Flowers for Valentine’s Day
Red roses are the quintessential symbols of love on Valentine’s Day, but a dozen costs a bundle, especially when bought last minute or ordered for delivery. Instead, choose budget-friendly flowers…
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10 Free Pre-Valentine’s Day Workouts for Couples
Months of holiday celebrations and winter hibernation can pack on pounds, but with Valentine’s Day approaching, it’s time to feel your sensual best. It seems to be true that couples…
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10 Cheap Valentine Treats Besides a Box of Chocolates
Chocolates are a time-tested gift for Valentine’s Day, but also perhaps a little tired. To give a gift that’s a little more unique (or cater to dietary needs) while keeping…
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10 Alternative Ways to Spend Valentine’s Day
This year, with Feb. 14 falling on a Sunday, Valentine’s Day threatens to last the whole weekend. For the single guy or gal, Valentine’s Day can be full of loneliness…
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10 Holiday Shopping Hassles — and How to Avoid Them
The holiday season brings some good deals but also a slew of frustrations, which only intensify after weeks of trying to find the perfect gift or score the best price.…
