Your Back-to-School Guide on the Latest Gear

For many of you, back to school is almost here. Where did the summer go?! As a parent, you may be ready for back to school, but chances are your kids would like summer to last just a bit longer. However, they might get excited getting some new back-to-school gear. So whether your kids are elementary-school aged or packing off to college for the first time, we’ve got back-to-school recommendations to make this semester go smoothly. Plus, everything on our list can be purchased online so you won’t have to worry about standing in long lines at the brick-and-mortar stores.

How to Plan Your Independence Day Party

Fourth of July is all about gathering with family and friends and maybe catching a sparkling firework show or (safely) shooting off fireworks yourself. If you need some last-minute ideas for planning your Independence Day party, we’ve got you covered. You could stick with the more traditional route of a barbecue. Or set your party apart and try a theme. Either way, we have several suggestions to make your Independence Day party a blast.

Your Kids Will Scream for These Cheap Summertime Activities

School is out and summer is here. For parents, that means finding fun things for their kids to do. If your child isn’t in camp or daycare for the whole summer, it can be hard keeping them occupied while making sure they don’t become Dennis the Menace! Kid-friendly summer activities don’t have to be expensive either. We have several cheap summertime activities your kids will appreciate.

Improve Your Know-How of Printer Toner Cartridges

Ever wondered what’s inside of your printer toner cartridge? How does the toner work? What are the differences between ink cartridges and toner cartridges?

While most people tend to understand how ink cartridges work, you might find toner cartridges confusing. We’ll explain the nuts-and-bolts of laser toner cartridges so that you understand how these printing supplies work.

5 Easy DIY Mother’s Day Gifts That Will Make Mom Proud

You don’t need to spend a lot of money to get your mom’s attention this Mother’s Day. We have several ideas for DIY Mother’s Day gifts that don’t cost much or require a lot of time. Get your printer ready with CompAndSave’s high-quality ink and specialty papers. It’s time to shower your mother with love. Let’s begin!

Make Every Day Earth Day

While there are great ways to celebrate Earth Day this Saturday, April 22, we should be incorporating Earth-friendly practices in our daily lives. Earth Day shouldn’t be one day—we should uphold the values of this special day every day. So by all means, go out and volunteer, attend rallies and events, and educate yourself this Saturday. But use Earth Day as the foundation to start practicing more sustainable living every day of the week.

Easy Easter DIY Projects You and Your Kids Will Love

Before the Easter bunny delivers the Easter candy, have your kids join in the Easter fun. They can color printables, create crafts, and play Easter-inspired games. Let’s hop down the bunny trail and explore some fun and free Easter DIY projects for you to do with your children.

Spring Recipes: Light and Easy Meals for Anyone On the Go

Spring is here! Days are longer and getting warmer (well in most parts of the country) so who wants to be stuck inside preparing food when the spring air outside is calling. If you’re constantly on the go working and shuttling kids to sports practices and other extracurricular activities, you need quick yet delicious meals that the whole family will love. Get some inspiration for meal planning and cooking with our top spring recipes that are light on calories and big on flavor.

St. Paddy’s Day Activities You Can Do on a Budget

You don’t have to be Irish to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! From food to decorations, there are many ways for you to have a fun celebration with family and friends even if you aren’t from an Irish background. And you don’t need a pot of gold to participate in St. Paddy’s Day activities.

How to Manage Your Monthly Household Budget

Mortgage, food, utilities, day care, car payment… the list of expenses each month is never ending! If you’re having trouble keeping your typical household costs on target, you might find it easier to create a monthly household budget to keep track of expenses.

Top 5 Interesting Gadgets for 2017

The next iPhone may be one of the most anticipated new gadgets of 2017, but there are some other interesting new gadgets besides the iPhone 8 that will (most likely) be ready for release this year. We’ll take you through the top five most noteworthy gadgets for 2017.