52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Inexpensively Entertaining {Week 31 of 52}

Welcome to my 52 Ways to Save $100 a Month series. We’re serious about saving money in 2016. Sometimes it’s the little things and sometimes it’s the big things. I’m here to walk you through some little things that can add up to BIG savings. 52 little things to be exact. Every week, join me back here for another small money saving tip or idea that might not seem like significant savings until you see the overall yearly savings. It might just blow your mind. So pop in each Tuesday and read a new tip that will help you on your way to save $100 a month!

If you love entertaining and having people over, you know how expensive it can be. But lucky for you, there are ways to have an incredible time and be an incredible host without coughing up hundreds to do it. Here are some ways I save when entertaining:

A Potluck: Send out invites letting your guests know you’ll provide the meat and drinks, and ask them to bring their favorite side dish. Or if you have a large group coming, you can divide up all of courses and assign them out. Or if you want to live on the wild side, simply ask your guests to bring their favorite recipe, any kind of recipe, and then sit back and watch what kind of smorgasbord you end up with. You might not have a perfectly balanced meal, but you’ll probably all end up stuffed.

A Game Night: Have all of your guests bring their favorite board game and a small snack for sharing {and BYOB if that’s your thing!}. Your out of pocket cost for a game night will be next to nothing if you already have some popcorn in your pantry to share. Plus, group games are so freakin fun. You can set up an adult game table and a separate game table for the kids, do an adults only night or play a huge game whether all family members can participate {capture the flag is great for that}.

A Bake-Off: Host a pie night and have all of your friends bake up their favorite pie and bring it to be shared {and judged}. This also works great with cookies or desserts in general. Or use a theme item {zucchini for example} and have your guests create recipes that must include that ingredient. Have official judges or a voting system and a small prize for the winner.

A Dessert Night: Make the party start time a little after dinner and provide dessert for the group you’re entertaining. It will be much cheaper to buy and make desserts than an entire meal. Or if you want to make it a dessert potluck, encourage all your guests to not only bring their favorite dessert, but some recipe cards to share as well.

A Movie Night: This might be the cheapest option. Pop in a movie you already own, microwave some popcorn, grab a bag of candy and invite a big group into your living room to snuggle in and enjoy a flick together.

How Much Can You Save: $500+
I don’t like to admit it, but I have dropped a pretty penny hosting a party. Like up to $500. Gag. I’ve also hosted a game night that cost me NOTHING! Pretty big difference.

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52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Adjust Your Thermostat {Week 5 of 52}

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52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Pack Your Lunch {Week 7 of 52}

52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Make It Yourself {Week 8 of 52}

52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Preserve Your Bounty {Week 9 of 52}

52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Keep the Change {Week 10 of 52}

52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | The Art of Borrowing {Week 11 of 52}

52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Ditch the Gym {Week 12 of 52}

52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Clip a Coupon {Week 13 of 52}

52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Start Your Garden From Seed {Week 14 of 52}

52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Learn to Cut Hair {Week 15 of 52}

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52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Just Say No {Week 20 of 52}

52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Go Generic {Week 21 of 52}

52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Make a Budget {Week 22 of 52}

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52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Kick the Soda Habit {Week 24 of 52}

52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Improve Your Credit Score {Week 25 of 52}

52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Shop Online {Week 26 of 52}

52 Ways to Save $100 a Month | Save on Lodging {Week 27 of 52}

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