...of the non-lame variety. That's what workitmom.com bloggers milkandcookie promise in their hilarious post today. What they don't give is a bunch of instructions (click the links for that), but truthfully, once you look at the pictures you can figure it out. All you need is, well, the stuff below, and some crafty kids with a little time on their hands.

Stockings should be stuffed by now! But in case they aren't (okay, mine aren't either) here's another shot at  great girfts for under $10. If you need more quick ideas for other kids and grown-ups this holiday season, checkout the terrific stocking stuffers all throughout Daily Buzz. Happy Holidays!

Are those stockings stuffed yet? No?! Well, here are a few more great gifts for big kids for under 10 bucks. All throughout Daily Buzz we've got stocking stuffers for kids (and grown-ups too)! Hope this helps make your holiday shopping that much easier--and less expensive. Here's to a frugal--but happy--holiday season!

It's Humpday and we're halfway through our stocking stuffer help all throughout Daily Buzz. Don't wait to the last minute to grab these great, under $10 gifts. (Not that anyone would ever know how inexpensive they are!) Happy holidays from the Big Kids Buzz, come hang out with us at the online CafeMom Holday Party today!

A Yule Tree

photo by HogwartsHM

Who knows when "Happy Holidays" first became the "PC" thing to say at this time of year, but I for one, am glad about it. Although most Americans celebrate Christmas, the winter holiday season actually includes several social and religious traditions. It's lovely to send warm holiday wishes, but it's respectful to consider that not everyone celebrates the same thing, the same way. One of the most important things we can teach our children is tolerance for difference.

As promised! More big kid stocking stuffers. For the rest of the week I'll have great ones for you for under 10 bucks! All throughout Daily Buzz, we've got even more stocking stuffers for kids and adults of all ages. In an economy like this one, stocking stuffers just may have to be the real thing! Happy Holidays...

Just about done with your shopping but still need a cute little stocking stuffer that a big kid will really love? Everyday this week I'll have a great one for you for under 10 bucks! All throughout Daily Buzz, we've got even more stocking stuffers for kids and adults of all ages, so definitely check it out. In an economy like this one, stocking stuffers just may have to be the real thing! Happy Holidays...

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Why I love it: One reason--and it's a good one...This is a real working Etch-a-Sketch!  Perfect for the line at the bank, a car trip, any place you're bound to hear, "Mom, I'm bored."

It's bizarre how much of our happiness is connected to money. Even though we all know to count our blessings, relish our health, and appreciate every day with our families, still, somehow empty pockets gets us down. During the holidays--what's supposed to be a time of joy--these depressed feelings are often intensified. Sometimes it just helps to get some perspective by  talking about it with friends.

A few days ago in Christmas shopping desperation I posted, "What to get the teacher?" Many of you chimed in, and a few teacher mommies even lent their voices. Gift cards! you said. I got it. Off to Barnes and Noble for our lovely teacher's gift. No stress, no problem.