Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

Our consumer-driven society is one that results in a great deal of waste. From food waste to packaging to disposable items, there are a lot of resources being used by humans. This consumption of resources — and the waste it produces — is not sustainable. Nor is it healthy. Shop with a List. Go Green'

Re-use 278

Re-use Home and Garden Bulk Electronics 278

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

If you are struggling with the rising grocery prices or maybe you need to make room for your family’s growing appetites, take a look at the following list and see what changes you can make to cut your grocery bill…and still eat really well! That is a lot of money, so I plan our meals. Here are my favorite 8 Freezer Meals.

Saving Money 130

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Chances are, you already have more than enough for several meals. Consistently using things you already have not only saves money but also prevents food waste. Throwing food away is throwing money away ! Meal planning is not for me. In fact, I recommend food prepping over meal prepping. Have a plan.

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Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Chances are, you already have more than enough for several meals. Consistently using things you already have not only saves money but also prevents food waste. Throwing food away is throwing money away ! Meal planning is not for me. In fact, I recommend food prepping over meal prepping. Have a plan.

Groceries 52

Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Personally, if I don’t make a shopping list and plan my meals, my grocery budget is toast. That is a lot of money, so I plan our meals. Personally, I plan a weekly menu that’s centered around what’s already in my pantry and freezer, what’s on sale, and my family’s schedule. According to the U.S.

Saving Money 113

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 9, 2013

We hosted Easter as well, and my cousin and her family dropped in to celebrate with us, too. For Easter, we were able to cut the cost of our dinner by doing some things that we will repeat for Christmas: Bulk Shop. I am normally not a fan of bulk shopping at places like Costco. Cutting Down. Go Frugal'

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Dinner Christmas Food and Wine Bulk 192

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

We also like to have enough means to travel and visit family and friends, so being frugal in some areas helps us be generous in others. I’ve often wished to be able to go back in time and undo that house purchase, it would have saved our family so much trouble and money! What’s your best frugal win? I make bone broth now!

Rent 182

Rent Son Frugal Home and Garden 182