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How to Save Money on a Wedding Venue
By attosa
It is no surprise that the actual venue for your wedding is one of the biggest expenses, the average cost being upwards of $12,000 for a short block of time. There are many ways to help chip off a big chunk of that total. Here are some ideas.
By 15mhhm15
When taking walks around the neighborhood we are always bound to find a snail on the sidewalk which inspired this afternoon's craft!
By littergitter
I don't like putting my mouth on a can to drink soda. When I have soda in a can, I prefer to use a straw. However, if you just put a straw in the hole, it will move about and it's hard to manage when you are holding the drink in one hand and doing something else with the other hand.
By Ana
This pizza dough is great! You can make the dough, and refrigerate it for up to a week. You can also freeze it. It's great for company, and the whole family. It takes just a few steps, and then add the sauce and toppings.
Saving Money in Different Categories
By Anne Marie F.
Some of the best ways I've personally saved some money has been through these things:
By Judy
A good friend's Keurig caught fire, causing major damage to her home. Fortunately, she was out of the house at the time. This is not an isolated incident with coffee makers, not just Keurigs. Be safe and unplug after each use. I am also unplugging my toaster oven.
Uses for Binder Clips in the Office
By Sandi/Poor But Proud
I love binder clips; big, small or "just right". So today, I noticed what I did in the office and decided to share.
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