Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

My family and I just recently moved to Tucson, Arizona. Compare that to our old home town, Chicago, which averages 36.9 There is no water-hungry grass in our front or backyard. Then we can reuse the water to water our garden. Instead of letting that water go down the drain, he collects it in a bowl to water our garden.

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Saving Money Tucson Home and Garden Money 165

Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 4, 2013

Or does the sound of the end of the year school bell have you shaking in your sandals, knowing that you could be shelling out some big bucks to keep the family entertained this summer? Luckily, enjoying fun and family friendly activities this summer doesn’t have to mean taking out a mortgage on your home to do so.

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Activism Family Kids and Family Library 111

For the Mommas

JULY 10, 2012

If you’re planning a summer BBQ, trip to the beach, or just looking to update your backyard set-up, don’t miss Sears’ Family & Friends Sale , especially since nearly everything is on sale. A few years back we scored a fantastic deal on our TV at the Sunday in store sale. It was even better than Black Friday sales.

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Friends & Family Sale Sears Bath and Body Works Family 61

Couponing 101

MAY 13, 2013

The Food Allergy Mama’s Baking Book: Great Dairy-, Egg-, and Nut-Free Treats for the Whole Family by Kelly Rudnicki: FREE (reg. It’s an invaluable resource for home bakers (and their families) who love sweets and treats. It offers timeless, foolproof recipes that are easy to prepare even for kitchen novices.

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Gardening Garden Baking Discount 67

For the Mommas

JULY 14, 2012

Sears Friends & Family Sale. If you’re planning a summer BBQ, trip to the beach, or just looking to update your backyard set-up, don’t miss Sears’ Family & Friends Sale , especially since nearly everything is on sale. A few years back we scored a fantastic deal on our TV at the Sunday in store sale.

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Friends & Family Sale Sears Friends And Family Sale Family 55

Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

Imagine keeping the family afloat during periods of strife, such as WWII. Here are a few family meal plan templates you can check out. This is especially true when it comes to bonding with the family. Wholesome family activities that don’t cost any extra cash, if anything at all. Could you manage it? Camping maybe?

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 21, 2016

50 FREE Activities Your Family Can Enjoy this Summer. Or does the sound of the end of the year school bell have you shaking in your sandals, knowing that you could be shelling out some big bucks to keep the family entertained this summer? Below, you will find a comprehensive list of 50 free activities your family can enjoy!

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Activism Family Library Kids and Family 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 7, 2011

Yet, you pay the prices because you want to provide chemical-free vegetables for you and your family. Luckily, organic vegetables can be grown in the comfort of your own backyard. There are also compost bins that you can purchase from home and garden stores that will hold your compost. You do not need a very large area.

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Grow Your Own Growing Organic Organization 145

Couponing 101

MARCH 22, 2019

These super cool backyard hideouts are hanging “tents” made from sheets and hula hoops! Garden Rock Caterpillar via Nellie Bellie. All you need is a hose and a simple pool noodle to create lasting sprinkler fun in your backyard. Backyard Oversized Memory Game from Dollar Store Crafts. No sprinkler? How clever!

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Outdoors Activism Kids Backyard 81

Saving Cents With Sense

JULY 13, 2012

Since we have been having 110+ degree weather here in Phoenix for the past few weeks, my family decided it was time for a road trip to the beach! So, I was happy to hear that Sears is having their Friends & Family sale this weekend with almost everything on sale. You can shop early online starting Saturday, July 14 at 8pm CT.

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Friends & Family Sale Sears Family Friends And Family Sale 53

Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 21, 2015

Visiting with family, enjoying a BBQ, watching a game…whatever you do, make sure you check out this list of free and cheap family fun events. Home Depot has a cute Memorial Day craft for kids this weekend that you won’t want to miss. 5 Staples for Frugal Family Fun Night. Shopping with Kids. Sunday, May 24th.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 22, 2011

Buying our home, having children, and trying to become debt free have all had a hand in encouraging me to be a better steward of the environment. When I was a college sophomore, I didn't even know how to cook scrambled eggs, let alone grow my own food. Honestly, most of the change for me has transpired in the past 10 years, not 20 years.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 26, 2012

Get the whole family involved to increase the positive impact you make on the environment. Encourage outdoor learning at home. As a family, plant a garden or a tree and watch it grow. Visit a neighborhood or community garden plot to learn about how other families grow their own vegetables and flowers.

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Green Flowers and Plants Food and Drink Environmental Movement 211

Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

Finding what to sell at a yard sale can be as simple as decluttering your home and putting everything you don’t need up for sale. Thankfully, I know a way to achieve both ends: declutter your home and make money at your next garage sale. My family and I love the great outdoors. What Is a Garage Sale?

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Garage Sale Car Seats Garage Money 52

Frugal Luxuries

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

Nutty whole wheat flour, water, yeast and a bit of sugar meld to become crusty loaves of homemade bread, the mints, verbena and lemon geraniums from my tiny garden are ice-chilled glasses of tea to refresh us on a hot summer’s day. ~~~~~~ Here are a few classic strategies for keeping faithful to your food budget!

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Coupons Do Work

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

H-E-B Fully Cooked Grilled Chicken Strips or Breast Fajitas, 6 oz - Buy (2) H-E-B Fully Cooked Grilled Chicken Strips or Breast Fajitas, 6 oz; Get FREE H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chopped Salad Kit, 13.4 Buy (2) H-E-B Fully Cooked Grilled Chicken Strips or Breast Fajitas, 6 oz; Get FREE H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chopped Salad Kit, 13.4 Home Supplies.

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C&H Texas Food and Drink Drinks 113

Coupons Do Work

APRIL 19, 2015

Get $10 ECB wyb 1 Participating Home Health Monitor, Limit 2. 1 L''Oreal Paris Advanced Hair Care Treatment or Family Size - 4-12-15 RP - (exp. Family Size Cereal, 18 - 26.8 Home Supplies. Total Home Paper Products Mix & Match. Total Home brand Aluminum Foil - B1G1 50% OFF Excludes Extrabucks offers.

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 9, 2014

Final Price: VARIES $5 ECB wyb $25 or $10 ECB wyb $35 of the following Limit $10 ECB ANY Caliber Home or Office Supplies psa $0.77 2 Oreo Mini Family Size Package, exp. Campbells Home Style or Chunky soup 15.25-19 8/17/14 (SS 07/13/14 R). Elmers School Glue 4 oz, Crayola crayons 24 ct., oz., $1.99

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CVS Cheerios Printers Sally Hansen 70

For the Mommas

APRIL 18, 2015

Family Size Cereals, Gold Emblem Raisins, Dried Fruit $3.50 $0.50/1 5/9/15 (RP 04/12/15 R) Final Price: VARIES HOUSEHOLD All Air Wick B2G1 FREE $1/1 Air Wick Good To Be Home Candle Printable $1/1 Air Wick Life Scents printable $1 off Air Wick Scented Oil Refills, exp. Final Price: $1.49 Final Price: $1.25

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CVS Herbal Essence Claritin Gold Bond 40

For the Mommas

JULY 5, 2014

each wyb (1) Select Family Size cereals 11.5-26.8 9/30/14 (Better Homes and Gardens Insert) $1/1 Hawaiian Tropic Sun Care Product printable $1/1 Hawaiian Tropic Sun Care Product, exp. Final Price: $4.49 each wyb (1), if included Kellogg’s cereal 8.7-13.7 oz., $1.99 $0.50/1 7/13/14 (RP 06/01/14 R).

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CVS Tide Printers 7-Up 61