The Frugal Girls » Frugal Family Fun http://thefrugalgirls.com Living Well With Less $$ Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:00:11 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Marshmallow House Craft = Fun Boredum Buster! http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/12/marshmallow-house-craft-2011.html http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/12/marshmallow-house-craft-2011.html#comments Mon, 26 Dec 2011 23:10:00 +0000 Heidi http://thefrugalgirls.com/?p=59739 Continue reading →]]> If you’re on the hunt for a fun, thrifty boredum-buster for the kids… how about a Marshmallow House Craft!

This idea comes from my friend Kristee, and my boys loooove making their marshmallow houses!

What You’ll Need:

  • 1 Bag of Mini Marshmallows
  • 1 Pkg. of Flat-end Toothpicks

What You’ll Do:

Begin by attaching a marshmallow to each end of a toothpick… then let your creativity take over!

Pause… it’s time for a sample break!

Now back to work…

There you have it… it’s a marshmallow-house-igloo-dome-like contraption!

See Also:
How to Make Marble Magnets
Homemade Playdough Recipe
More Crafts & Fun Project Ideas!

]]> http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/12/marshmallow-house-craft-2011.html/feed 1 How to Make Homemade Bookmarks… http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/12/how-to-make-a-homemade-bookmark.html http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/12/how-to-make-a-homemade-bookmark.html#comments Mon, 26 Dec 2011 16:00:14 +0000 Heidi http://thefrugalgirls.com/?p=59586 Continue reading →]]> Before you toss or file away those beautiful Christmas cards you received… here’s a fun idea ~ turn them into Homemade Bookmarks!

This tip comes from my sweet Aunt Patty ~ head on over here for instructions on how you can make Homemade Bookmarks from cards!

See Also:
More Fun Craft Projects

]]> http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/12/how-to-make-a-homemade-bookmark.html/feed 0 FREE e-book: 22 Fun Activities For Kids! http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/03/fun-activities-for-kids.html http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/03/fun-activities-for-kids.html#comments Thu, 17 Mar 2011 19:40:28 +0000 Heidi http://www.thefrugalgirls.com/?p=33737 Continue reading →]]>

On the hunt for some fun activities {or boredum-busters} for your little ones??

Head on over here to get your FREE e-book: 22 Fun Activities for Kids!

{scroll down and click on the ‘Click Here to Download This Book’ link}

Thanks to frugal friend Wenda for sharing!

See Also:
Frugal Family Fun Ideas
More Fun Crafts, Projects & Coloring Pages!

]]> http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/03/fun-activities-for-kids.html/feed 0 Home Depot FREE Kids Workshop! {4/2} = FREE Planter Basket! http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/03/home-depot-free-kids-workshop-42-free-planter-basket.html http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/03/home-depot-free-kids-workshop-42-free-planter-basket.html#comments Wed, 16 Mar 2011 13:00:33 +0000 Heidi http://www.thefrugalgirls.com/?p=33719 Continue reading →]]>

Mark your calendars! The Home Depot Kids Workshop is back with another FREE project on Saturday, April 2nd, 2011!

Each kiddo will be able to build a FREE Planter Basket…

No sign-up is required… just show up! {I’d suggest getting there earlier than later} ;)

See Also:
Frugal Family Fun Ideas
More Fun Crafts, Projects & Coloring Pages!

]]> http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/03/home-depot-free-kids-workshop-42-free-planter-basket.html/feed 0 FREE Lego Watering Can at the Lego Store! {4/5} http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/03/free-lego-store-build-april-2011.html http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/03/free-lego-store-build-april-2011.html#comments Tue, 15 Mar 2011 01:32:38 +0000 Heidi http://www.thefrugalgirls.com/?p=33563 Continue reading →]]>

Mark your calendars!  If you live near a Lego Store, kids ages 6 – 14 can build & take home a new FREE Lego Model each month!

On Tuesday, April 5th at 5:00pm, your kiddos can build a FREE Lego Watering Can!

Lines may form, so you may want to get there a bit early.

{as always… I suggest calling ahead to make sure your local store is participating.}

See Also:
How to Make a Marshmallow House {fun boredum-buster!}
More Frugal Family Fun Ideas
More Fun Freebies!

]]> http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/03/free-lego-store-build-april-2011.html/feed 0 FREE Sea World Teacher Pass for 2011! {Southern California Teachers} http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/02/sea-world-teacher-pass-2011.html http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/02/sea-world-teacher-pass-2011.html#comments Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:39:31 +0000 Heidi http://www.thefrugalgirls.com/?p=31926 Continue reading →]]>

Here’s a fabulous freebie for teachers in Southern California ~ a FREE Sea World Teacher Pass for 2011!

All credentialed K-12 teachers in San Diego County, Orange County, and L.A. County can receive a FREE Annual Pass to use through 12/31/11!

Go here for more information on this fabulous teacher discount!

Not a teacher in Southern California??  Share this with your friends who are!

See Also:
More Teacher & Homeschool Educator Discounts!

]]> http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/02/sea-world-teacher-pass-2011.html/feed 6 How to Make Bird Feeder Cones… http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/01/bird-feeder-cones.html http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/01/bird-feeder-cones.html#comments Wed, 26 Jan 2011 20:15:44 +0000 Heidi http://thefrugalgirls.com/?p=29681 Continue reading →]]>

Are you looking for a quick-and-easy bird-feeder project… that would also be great fun for your kiddos to make??

Well… how about Bird Feeder Cones?!?

My friend Katie made these, and they turned out GREAT…

You can even print a coupon for $2.00 off 1 bag of Kaytee Wild Bird Food to get you started!

Head on over to FrugalFemina to read Katie’s instructions on how you can make some Bird Feeder Cones, too!

What fun projects or crafts have you been working on this week?

Leave a comment & share!

See Also:
How to Make Homemade Playdough
Marshamllow House Project {boredum buster!}
More Fun Craft Projects & Ideas!

]]> http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/01/bird-feeder-cones.html/feed 3 Six Flags: FREE Admission for Homeschool Students + School Classrooms! {within 250 miles} http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/01/six-flags-read-to-succeed.html http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/01/six-flags-read-to-succeed.html#comments Wed, 12 Jan 2011 13:00:24 +0000 Heidi http://thefrugalgirls.com/?p=27586 Continue reading →]]>

If you’re a Home School Educator or Teacher with a classroom {located within 250 miles of a participating Six Flags Park}, your kids Grades K – 6 can each score a FREE Ticket to Six Flags when they complete 6 hours of recreational reading!

Go here for more information on the Six Flags Read to Succeed Program.  {all submissions must be received by 3/4/11}

Not a Teacher or Home School Educator??  Then share this with your friends who are!

See Also:
More Teacher & Home School Educator Discounts!

]]> http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/01/six-flags-read-to-succeed.html/feed 8 FREE Entrance to 100+ National Parks! {2011 dates} http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/01/national-park-free-days-2011.html http://thefrugalgirls.com/2011/01/national-park-free-days-2011.html#comments Tue, 11 Jan 2011 02:53:39 +0000 Heidi http://thefrugalgirls.com/?p=27383 Continue reading →]]>

When was the last time you visited a National Park?

In 2011, there will be a few National Park Free Entrance Days!!

  • January 15th – 17th
  • April 16th – 24th
  • June 21st
  • September 24th
  • November 11th – 13th

Go here for more information. A list of participating parks can be found here.

Thanks to frugal friend Kara for sharing!

{don’t forget… U.S. disabled residents ~ including disabled veterans ~ can get in free year round!  Go here for more details.}

What National Parks have you enjoyed visiting??

Here are some of my favorites…

Zion Canyon National Park ~ Utah

Olympic National Park {Hurricane Ridge} ~ Washington

The Grand Canyon ~ Arizona

Saguaro National Park ~ Arizona

What is your favorite National Park??

Leave a comment & share!

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If you’re on the hunt for a fun, thrifty boredum-buster for the kids… how about a Marshmallow House Craft!

This idea comes from my friend Kristee, and my boys loooove making their marshmallow houses!

What You’ll Need:

  • 1 Bag of Mini Marshmallows
  • 1 Pkg. of Flat-end Toothpicks

What You’ll Do:

Begin by attaching a marshmallow to each end of a toothpick… then let your creativity take over!

Pause… it’s time for a sample break!

Now back to work…

There you have it… it’s a marshmallow-house-igloo-dome-like contraption!

See Also:
Winter Coloring Pages
How to Make Bookmarks from Christmas Cards
How to Make Marble Magnets
Homemade Playdough Recipe
More Crafts & Fun Project Ideas!

]]> http://thefrugalgirls.com/2010/12/marshmallow-house-craft.html/feed 9 FREE Winter Coloring Pages… http://thefrugalgirls.com/2010/12/winter-coloring-pages.html http://thefrugalgirls.com/2010/12/winter-coloring-pages.html#comments Tue, 28 Dec 2010 07:14:55 +0000 Heidi http://thefrugalgirls.com/?p=26215 Continue reading →]]>

Winter is officially here, so here are some Free Winter Coloring Pages for your kiddos to enjoy!

These fun coloring pages come from Crayola, and can be printed here…

See Also:
How to Make Homemade Bookmarks from Cards
More Fun Craft Projects & Ideas!

]]> http://thefrugalgirls.com/2010/12/winter-coloring-pages.html/feed 1 How to Make Homemade Bookmarks… http://thefrugalgirls.com/2010/12/how-to-make-homemade-bookmarks.html http://thefrugalgirls.com/2010/12/how-to-make-homemade-bookmarks.html#comments Mon, 27 Dec 2010 23:21:31 +0000 Heidi http://thefrugalgirls.com/?p=26155 Continue reading →]]>

Before you toss or file away those beautiful Christmas cards you received… here’s a fun idea ~ turn them into Homemade Bookmarks!

This tip comes from my sweet Aunt Patty ~ head on over here for instructions on how you can make Homemade Bookmarks from cards!

See Also:
More Fun Craft Projects

]]> http://thefrugalgirls.com/2010/12/how-to-make-homemade-bookmarks.html/feed 8 FREE Disney Printable Coloring Pages {Cars, Princess, Toy Story + more} http://thefrugalgirls.com/2010/10/coloring-pages-disney-princess.html http://thefrugalgirls.com/2010/10/coloring-pages-disney-princess.html#comments Tue, 26 Oct 2010 21:20:29 +0000 Heidi http://thefrugalgirls.com/?p=20242 Continue reading →]]>

Here are some Free Printable Disney Coloring Pages for your little ones from Crayola:

See Also:
How to Make Homemade Playdough

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Did you know that all U.S. Disabled Residents {including Disabled Veterans} can get FREE Admission to National Parks year round?

Go here for more information on the ‘Access Pass‘.

Thanks to frugal friend Kim for sharing!!

See Also:
FREE Admission for Everyone to 100+ National Parks on 11/11!
Military Discounts & Veteran’s Day Deals

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I mentioned this awhile back, but just wanted to remind you to snag your 2 Free Museum Tickets!

Free Museum Day is back, and you can score 2 Free Tickets to the participating museum of your choice!

Admission will be for 9/25/10… so get ready for a fun outing!

So… which museum will you be attending??

See Also:
More New Freebies!

]]> http://thefrugalgirls.com/2010/09/free-museum-day-2-free-tickets-925-2.html/feed 5 Free Chuck E. Cheese’s Tokens: Reward Charts for Kids http://thefrugalgirls.com/2010/08/free-chuck-e-cheeses-tokens-reward-charts-for-kids.html http://thefrugalgirls.com/2010/08/free-chuck-e-cheeses-tokens-reward-charts-for-kids.html#comments Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:38:22 +0000 Heidi http://thefrugalgirls.com/?p=15087 Continue reading →]]>

Head on over here to print some Chuck E. Cheese’s Reward Charts for your kids.

Each time your child completes a chart, they’ll earn Free Tokens!

See Also:
More Fun Freebies!

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]]> http://thefrugalgirls.com/2010/08/free-chuck-e-cheeses-tokens-reward-charts-for-kids.html/feed 0 Groupon Daily Deals = BIG Savings!! {Restaurants, Beauty, Travel + more!} http://thefrugalgirls.com/2010/08/groupon-daily-deals-big-savings-restaurants-beauty-and-more.html http://thefrugalgirls.com/2010/08/groupon-daily-deals-big-savings-restaurants-beauty-and-more.html#comments Mon, 16 Aug 2010 04:30:39 +0000 Heidi http://thefrugalgirls.com/?p=14370 Continue reading →]]>

I’ve mentioned Groupon before, but have you had a chance to check it out yet??

Each day there is a new highly-discounted ‘Daily Deal‘ ~ usually 50 – 75% off!

Grab a deal for yourself, or give one as a fun, thrifty gift!!

View deals for your local city, or click on ‘Visit More Cities’ at the top.

Many deals are online deals, so you can still snatch up deals even if they aren’t listed under your specific city!

I’ve used Groupon to snatch up some fantastic deals, including:

  • 64% off Movie Tickets
  • 60% off meals at Fatburger {yummy burgers!} ;)
  • 55% off meals at Baja Fresh
  • 55% off mini-boat rentals on vacation near Newport Beach!
  • 50% off Swim Lessons for my little guy
  • 50% off plants at a local nursery

More Groupon Deals & Discounts might include:

  • Restaurants {great for date night!}
  • Mani/Pedi, Salon, or Spa Treatments
  • Magazine Subscriptions
  • Local Attractions {fun for family outings!}
  • Lodging: Hotels & Travel
  • Portrait & Photography
  • Health & Fitness
  • Dry Cleaning
  • Arts or Crafts Classes
  • and so much more!

I’ve been using Groupon for awhile now, and there are some seriously good deals you can snag!

Go here to sign up!

Have you been using Groupon??

Leave a comment and let us know what Groupon deals you’ve snatched up!!

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Free Museum Day is back, and you can score 2 Free Tickets to the participating museum of your choice!

Admission will be for 9/25/10… so plan ahead for a fun outing!

So… which museum will you be attending??

See Also:
More Fun Freebies!

Save $$ with TheFrugalGirls.com!  Follow on Facebook, get Free Email Updates, and get Free RSS Updates!

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