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Do It On A Dime

FREE Life Organizers | Passwords, Email & Budget

by Filed Under: Money Saving, Organization

Keeping your digital and financial life organized (aka all the behind-the-scenes-stuff) can feel overwhelming.  But it’s probably one of the most important areas of our lives that we need to take charge of.  If you don’t have a lot of time or energy, but you want to have your passwords, email, and budget more organized than ever, here are three apps that we use.  And best of all, everything is FREE!

  1. PASSOWRDS:  Get Dashlane Free
    *Use this code for 10% off Dashlane Premium Service for New Users:  (case sensitive): doitonadime
    *They also offer a 30 day free trial of their Premium Service
    *More about Dashlane safety
  2. EMAIL:  Get Unroll.Me
  3. BUDGET:  Get Mint
    *More information about Mint

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*Sponsored by Dashlane.   I use all three apps in my daily life and recommend them wholeheartedly.  I only support companies I actually use myself, trust, and love!*

Ultimate Bath Toy Organization! | Dollar Tree

by Filed Under: Dollar Tree, Organization, Teaching

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Sometimes you have to re-evaluate organizing systems to find out what really works.  Here’s our updated bath toy organization and a system we LOVE!  If you aren’t organizing your kids’ toys this way, you need to give this a try!

The total cost is about $15
1 Shower curtain rod
8 small Dollar Tree baskets with handles (2-pack, so buy 4 packs)
2 packs of Dollar Tree shower curtain rings

 

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own.  Links contain affiliates.*

Dollar Tree Gift Closet Scores!

by Filed Under: Dollar Tree, Money Saving, Teaching

Stay organized and stock your gift closet!  I have seen Webkinz priced anywhere from $7-$13 in-stores and you can get them at Dollar Tree (not sure how long they will continue to carry them) for just a buck.  This is a perfect opportunity to have gifts on the ready that don’t break the bank!  I know this is a quick video but I really wanted to share as shipments are coming in now and stores will be stocked.

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own.*

Cheap and FREE Packing Hacks!

by Filed Under: DIY Projects, Dollar Tree, Organization

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Wherever you are headed this summer, don’t let the cost of getting there break the bank.  Here are five easy ways to pack for your next trip, and EVERYTHING featured in this video is from the Dollar Tree or FREE!  Fast, cheap and EASY tips to make packing for your next adventure super organized.

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are genuinely my own.*

 

HUGE Dollar Tree Back to School Haul & Giveaway!

by Filed Under: Dollar Tree, Money Saving, Organization

Back to school suppliesYou asked… so here it is!  Back to school supplies are already out in full force at Dollar Tree.  To get your kids ready for this school year (or just fulfill your own office-supply loving desires) here are my favorite finds of 2016.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are genuinely my own.  Giveaway ends August 10th, 2016 at 12:00 am EST.  Open internationally.  One (1) winner will be chosen.  Winners must be 18 or older or have parental permission.  Winners will be selected randomly by Rafflecopter within a week of the giveaway ending and be notified by email. Winners have 72 hours to respond before a new winner is selected.  My opinions are my own and were not influenced by any form of compensation.  Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Snapchat, and Youtube are in no way associated with this giveaway.  By providing your information in this form, you are providing your information to me and me alone.  I will use your information only for the purpose of contacting the winners.*

Great gift & teaching tool | Butterfly Garden

by Filed Under: Advice & Vlogs, Teaching

Over the past weeks (if you follow me on Snapchat @doitonadime or watched my family vlog) you’ve seen us share about our butterfly garden and what a beautiful learning tool it has been for Carson.

So many of you have sent me snaps and messages asking where I got the kit and if I would recommend it.  Wholeheartedly YES!  It makes a great birthday present on a budget (just $18) and is a perfect teaching tool for kids of any age.

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You buy the full kit that comes with a butterfly tent, a feeding tube, and instructions for hatching butterflies from caterpillars.  The caterpillars are free and you just pay $5 do have them shipped to your door.

Ours arrived in a couple of days with all the food they need to survive until they turn into a chrysalis.  Then, transfer your chrysalis to the butterfly garden, wait for them to hatch, feed them fruit and flowers, and finally release them.

The entire process takes about 3 weeks.  If it’s 55 degrees or warmer in your area for the foreseeable future, this would be a great adventure to start with your kids!

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A few tips we learned along the way:

  1. When our 5 caterpillars arrived, it looked like some of them were dead.  They are just very inactive after shipping and bounce right back after a couple days when they start eating.
  2. Insect Lore guarantees that 3/5 caterpillars will become butterflies or your money back.  All 5 of ours hatched.
  3. The butterflies prefer fruit to sugar water.  We fed ours oranges and apples.
  4. They will crawl right on your finger when you release them, so don’t miss out on this experience!

Here are more ways you can create a learning experience with your butterflies.

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own.  Links contain affiliates.*

How to make money decluttering!

by Filed Under: Money Saving, Online Deals, Organization

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Have lots of STUFF hanging around your home?  Taking the first step of decluttering and getting rid of the excess is the single best way to help you get organized.  Studies prove it!

Donating is great because it supports your local community and offers tax benefits, but many times you can make extra cash for your family selling what you don’t to someone else who CAN use it.  Garage sales are a LOT of work, so here’s how I make money decluttering.  I’ll show you how I use social media and VarageSale to make sales, how to make your posting stand out, and what sells well.  I’ve sold over $100 worth of “junk” this month along and it feels so good!

Looking to sell on VarageSale?  Download the apps (they are completely free to download and use!)

Apple App
Android App

You can also check out my friend Jen’s social media “store” if you are in the greater Charlotte, NC area: Jen’s Facebook / Distressed Dragonfly Designs

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*Thanks to VarageSale for Sponsoring this post.  All opinions are my own.  I’ve made hundreds of dollars for my family using this app so I was really excited to partner with them!  Decluttering statistics source.*

TARGET HAUL & HACKS | Organization and more

by Filed Under: DIY Projects, Dollar Tree, Money Saving, Organization

folders from targetBullseye’s Playground at Target (the $5 and under section right when you walk in the store) has TONS of great items for this back to school season.  The kids’ supplies, teacher gear, and dorm essentials are all ROCKIN’ this year.  Here are two videos showcasing some of my favorite organizers and toddler learning materials.  Everything is $5 and UNDER.  Score!

Hope you enjoy!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own.*

Dollar Tree Hack | Mason Jar Luminaries

by Filed Under: Decor & Furniture, DIY Projects, Dollar Tree, Money Saving

Mason Jar LuminariesLooking for an elegant way to spruce up your back patio or decorate for an event?  Here’s a a quick Dollar Tree Hack for making Solar Light Lanterns.  The glow is beautiful!

P.S.  If you are having trouble finding solar lights at your Dollar Tree right now, check the garden section at Walmart!  They are 98 cents 🙂

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own.*

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