May 23, 2013

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About Mary Catherine Benge

Mary Catherine has mastered the art of shopping and saving. Whether it’s finding products for less (why break the bank?), vamping up an old wardrobe, or making an at-home, DIY facial, she knows how to save you money. Mary Catherine is always on the hunt for fun new ways to save pennies, and she loves to share her tips and tricks.

DIY Nail Art: Glamorous Geometrics

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Obey your budget with this DIY nail art: triangle print! By: Mary Catherine Benge Nail art has taken over in the world of beauty, and we see everyone from trendy college girls to housewives and celebs rocking this funky, fun trend. While nail trends come and go, manicure and pedicure prices … [Read more...]

How Not to Botch Your Bangs – DIY Bangs

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Whether you want to add bangs to your look or your current bangs need a trim, cutting your own hair can lead to an emergency salon trip. Yet, it isn’t difficult when you take your time. If you want blunt cut or side swept, follow the directions below for wisp-free, do-it-yourself, … [Read more...]

Brighten Your Body with Homemade Sugar Scrub

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Home sugar scrub for any body and any budget! By: Mary Catherine Benge The average woman in America spends $12,000 annually on beauty products, according to a study performed by Siren Magazine.  That number sounds more appropriate for a fun-filled girls trip with a spa day! And although $12,000 … [Read more...]

Fringe or Foe: DIY Fringe Knit Sweater

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Follow these steps to your own DIY fringe knit sweater! By: Mary Catherine Benge Transitioning from winter to spring is still a struggle with unpredictable weather. We find that pairing a sweater with shorts and boots is most fitting these days. In order to spice up those old sweaters, we love … [Read more...]

Festival Fashion on a Budget

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Here are the trendiest pieces for festival fashion 2013 all on a budget! By: Mary Catherine Benge Whether you just finished up Coachella or you're getting ready for Bonnaroo or Lollapalooza, your closet will definitely need some festival fashion updates this year. As music festivals get bigger … [Read more...]

Homemade Body Butter to Sweeten Your Skin

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A homemade body butter that leaves your skin moisturized and wallet happy! By: Mary Catherine Benge Transitioning out of winter means hydrating and moisturizing your skin over and over. After a dry, cold season, all our skin wants to soak up is something sweet. This homemade body butter is the … [Read more...]

Sweat in Style: Workout Clothes Under $15

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Here are out top picks for spring's hottest workout clothes under fifteen bucks! By: Mary Catherine Benge A new spring means new workout clothes, and hitting the gym in style kills two birds with one stone: a trendy workout wardrobe and a toned, fit body. Although jumping on the treadmill … [Read more...]

DIY Ombre Tee Shirt

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DIY ombre tee shirt for spring! By: Mary Catherine Benge Festival season is upon us, and transitioning from winter to spring hasn't been that easy on our wardrobe. For an easy and quick fix, here is a great DIY ombre tee shirt that keeps you on trend during your transition! What you … [Read more...]

Style Long Hair with Ease

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Here are three easy ways to style long hair, which won't require a ton of products! By: Mary Catherine Benge Some people find short hair high maintenance, but for others, long hair can be a struggle. It's time consuming in the morning, and there are so many hairstyling options that sometimes … [Read more...]

Wednesday’s Wishlist with Spring Trends

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This wishlist has the top spring trends we love, and they're on a budget, too! By: Mary Catherine Benge Spring has sprung, and Endless Beauty loves the trends blooming this season. The pieces to mix and match this season range from floral prints to southwestern inspiration to nautical stripes. … [Read more...]