Recession-Proof Your Workout: Active.com Budget Page


Updated 04/21/09 1:10 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 12 comments

Recession-Proof Your Workout: Active.com Budget Page

Staying active doesn't need to cost a fortune. While you might be used to flying across the country for fun races, traveling might not be in your fitness budget this year. Active.com, my favorite Internet resource for finding athletic events, now has a web page dedicated to working out and racing on a shoestring budget. From lists of camping-friendly races to at-home workouts, Active on a Budget Read more

Be Our Guest: Shop 30 Guest Dresses Fit For Every Wedding — and Every Budget


Updated 05/24/12 3:14 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Best Wedding Guest Dresses 2012

If you're anything like us upon receiving a wedding invitation, then the first thing that flashes through your mind is "what am I going to wear?" Then comes the most obvious concern: finding a dress that will stun the crowd without upstaging the bride (here's a tip: steer clear of white!). Whether you're heading to one big ceremony this year or have a handful to attend, we're helping you out by Read more

Easy Ways to Get More From Your Food Budget


Updated 05/18/12 8:55 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Stop Wasting Food

Go the extra mile with your food budget with these tips from LearnVest. For years, many people — my husband, mom, sister and even my son — told me to stop wasting so much food. Throwing away half a piece of chicken here or a handful of grapes there never seemed like such a big deal to me. If I was full or no longer in the mood for that particular food, then I had no problem tossing Read more

Do the White Thing For Spring: Shop 30 Crisp Pieces, All Under $50


Updated 05/15/12 6:23 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Best White Clothes on a Budget

Whether or not white is actually a color is still up for debate, but either way, it's a fantastic way to look fresh and Spring-ready during the sunny season. Since we're smitten with wearing white all year long, we're helping you get a jump on your warm-weather wardrobe with a budget-friendly crop of ivory clothes and accessories to wear all season long. We've rounded up 30 crisp, clean white Read more

Lil Links: Couple Receives Shock of Their Lives When Baby Is Born a Different Race


Updated 05/01/12 5:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Parenting News For April 30, 2012

Couple shocked after baby is born a different race — The Stir The Octomom files for bankruptcy — Celebrity Baby Scoop Maggie Gyllenhaal and Peter Sarsgaard welcome daughter Gloria Ray — Celebrity Baby Blog How cell phones make motherhood better — FitPregnancy The 10 superpowers pregnant women possess — Parenting Pacifiers may not affect breastfeeding after all — The Bump Is makeup Read more

13 Health Gimmicks You Can Stop Wasting Money On


Updated 05/01/12 12:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Health Gimmicks to Avoid

Consumers have a tendency of falling for the next big health gimmick. Save your money on health duds with these Business Insider tips. No matter how many times we're told otherwise, Americans' obsession with get-healthy-quick schemes will likely never die. Too bad most of these fads aren't worth their weight in salt — or your hard-earned dollars. We've put together a list of some of the worst Read more

Shop These Kate Middleton-Inspired Wedding Day Dresses at Every Price Point


Updated 04/29/12 3:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Shop Kate Middleton Wedding Dress Lookalikes

A year ago today, jaws dropped as Kate Middleton married Prince William wearing not one, but two beautiful, bespoke Alexander McQueen wedding dresses and now, you can get the same look for less. At the royal wedding ceremony, Kate stunned in an elegant ivory duchesse satin and hand-embroidered lace Alexander McQueen wedding dress. The gown fit her perfectly and her choice of long lace sleeves Read more

How-To: A Budget-Friendly Room Revamp


Updated 04/27/12 1:56 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How-To: A Budget-Friendly Room Revamp

It's important for your home to be a place of tranquility and relaxation — especially the bedroom. We've got a few quick tips for making the most of your space without breaking the bank. Display items you already have around the house as artwork. Calendars and magazines have great images that you can crop to fit frames. Or for a high-impact effect, hang old records grouped together. Mix and Read more

6 Clever Things to Do With Your Tax Refund


Updated 04/18/12 2:08 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Good Investments For Tax Refund

Now that tax day is over, it's time to think about your next move — what to do with your refund. Many of you may become a few thousand dollars richer, because the average tax refund this year is about $3,000, according to IRS agency chief Douglas H. Shulman. Although I've been seeing a few Facebook statuses about using the money to buy a new pair of shoes or bags, there are more financially Read more

20 Sustainable Furniture Finds


Updated 04/10/12 8:52 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 1 comment

Eco-Friendly Furniture For Spring

If you're looking to purchase some new furniture this Spring, consider investing in eco-friendly products. Today's sustainable furniture market is loaded with high-quality pieces that fit a range of aesthetics and budgets. Whether you're looking for traditional upholstered pieces, ultramodern silhouettes, or earthy materials, we've rounded up 20 of our favorite sustainable furniture finds for you Read more