5 Genius Budget-friendly Ideas for SUMMER... including FREE games and decor

Summer is definitely my favourite season. Who doesn't love decorating with cheerful colors, vacations, and warm temperatures? Today, I'm sharing a few genius ideas for summer... including food, decor, and more. I use a lot of dollar store supplies AND I have freebies too!

I even made a fun video with all the info you need!

Watch the video here.

1) Hand painted lemon slice coasters - I found a six pack of rounds at the dollar store, and I thought it would be fun to turn them into lemon slice coasters. They are super simple and fun to paint -- at any age. I'm not much of a painter, but I think they turned out really cute! You can find the full step-by-step instructions here.

2) Cheesecakes in jars - I love these individual cheesecakes. They are portable and perfect for camping, picnics, and bbqs. And... the best part is how easy they are to make. Find the instructions for these "no bake" cheesecakes here.

3) FREE Summer print - I love cute summer print, and this one is FREE and looks adorable in a dollar store frame.

To download the picture I designed: click on the picture you want (below), right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular photo.

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4) Printable SUMMER Tic Tac Toe - I'm obsessed with these little games I designed. They are perfect for summer days, camping, and road trips. I love the bright colours and the fact that they are an activity AND a snack. Cute, right?

To download the games I designed for free: click on one of the photos below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regurlar 4x6 photo.

5) FREE Summer decor - I love inexpensive seasonal decor, and these summer prints are super-cute and FREE. Grab copies here, pop them in a dollar store frame, and enjoy!

I hope you enjoy these budget-friendly ideas for summer. Let me know which one is your favourite in the comments below... and don't forget to watch my video for a closer look.

♥
Gina Bell (aka East Coast Mommy)

You might also like the summer DIYs here.

NEW Easy and Inexpensive Valentine's Day Ideas / Dollar Store Crafts / FREE Printable Valentine

I have fun, NEW easy and inexpensive Valentine's Day ideas to share today. Many use dollar store products, AND I have FREE printable tags you can download and print. Check out the simple ideas, a step by step video, and the free tags below.

Donuts make a cute Valentine, and I love them packaged in a dollar store cellophane bag and paired with the punny tag I designed. To get the tags for FREE: click on the photo of the tag you want to use (below), save it to your computer/phone, and print it like a regular 4x6 photo.

Hosting friends/family this Valentine's Day??? This treat board is easy to make using dollar store supplies. Get the "how to" here.

I love a good holiday craft / diy, and this one is perfect for Valentine's Day. It's fun for adults... but simple enough for kids. Head to the dollar store, grab the supplies, and follow the instructions here.

I love a useful and thoughtful gift, and this one couldn't be easier to DIY. Grab a jar, decorate it, fill it with mix, and add the cute tag I designed (below). For step-by-step instructions, check out the video I made here.

To download the tags I used with this jar: click on the photo below, save it to your computer / phone, and print it like a regular 4x6 photo.

For a closer look at these ideas, check out the YouTube video I made (below).

I hope you enjoyed these ideas. Let me know which one is your favourite!

Happy Valentine's Day!

♥
Gina Bell (aka East Coast Mommy)

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If you are looking for more Valentine's Day inspiration, check out more than 30 Valentine's Day ideas here.

8 FREE 4x6 Valentine's Day Prints

Holiday décor is a lot of fun, and it doesn't need to break the bank. In fact, today I am sharing Valentine's pictures that you can download absolutely FREE. Pop them into an inexpensive frame, and you're all set!

I designed 8 different pictures, so you can pick your favourites, download them below, print them, and use them any way you like. I think they look great in a grouping of three.

These pictures are also great to add to décor you already have. Here are a couple displayed with the pom pom wreath I made last year. (You can find the instructions for this simple wreath here.)

I framed my three favourites. Which ones do you like the best?

To download one (or all) of your favourites: click a pictures below, save it to your computer or phone, and print it like a regular 4x6 photo.

I have many more fun Valentine's Day ideas coming soon, so stay tuned!

♥
Gina Bell (aka East Coast Mommy)

Don't miss out on any of the fun... follow me on social media here.

     

If you are looking for more Valentine's Day inspiration, check out more than 30 Valentine's Day ideas here.

Valentine's Day DIYs, FREEBIES and Dollar Store Finds

Valentine's Day is coming, and I have some fantastic, budget-friendly ideas you are going to love. I have easy DIYs, dollar store finds, and FREE Valentine cards. I made a video too, so don't forget to check it out.

1) Valentine for teammates - This is such a cute (and punny) Valentine to share with teammates. Let friends know they are "EXCEL" lent teammates with packs of EXCEL game and the cute printable tags you can download for FREE below.

 

To print the tags: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a a regular 4x6 photo.

2) Chip Valentine - Little bags of chips make adorable Valentine's when paired with the cute tags I designed. Download the tags for free below.

To print the tags: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a a regular 4x6 photo.

3) Festive t-shirts - I found this t-shirt for $4 at my local dollar store, and it will be perfect for Valentine's Day. Keep a look out for cheap Valentine's Day shirts.

4) A SPECtacular Valentine - I found these adorable heart-shaped glasses at my local dollar store, and I think they make the cutest Valentine when paired with the punny tag I designed. Download the "EYE think you are SPECtacular" tags below.

To print the tags: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a a regular 4x6 photo.

5) Valentine for gal pals- How cute are these dollar store socks to share with a friend on Valentine's Day? I love them with this "You knock my SOCKS off" tag that you can download for free below.

To print the tags: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a a regular 4x6 photo.

6) Glittery Heart Garland - I found this garland at my local dollar store, and I love it. It's cute on it's own... but I also like to use the the individual hearts in my décor. I add them to my Christmas garland to turn it into "Valentine's Day" garland. Check out my video (below) for a closer look.

7) Sweet Treats - Homemade and store bought chocolate treats make perfect Valentine's... and they are even better when paired with the cute, pink tags I designed. Download yours for free below.

To print the tags: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a a regular 4x6 photo.

8) Valentine for people that aren't sentimental - This Valentine is perfect if you aren't into "lovey dovey" Valentine's. I think it's super cute! Download the tag for free below.

To print the tags: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a a regular 4x6 photo.

9) Gumball machine Valentine - This DIY is simple to make with dollar store supplies, and it makes a perfect Valentine when you add the tag I designed. Find the instructions in the video I made here, and download the tag below.

To print the tags: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a a regular 4x6 photo.

For a closer look at all these Valentine's Day DIYs, FREEBIES, and Dollar Store Finds, check out the video below.

Happy Valentine's Day!

♥
Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)

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