Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

Who cooks at home anymore, many people eat out. OK, I confess, I do still use my iron, on occasion but I believe I am in the minority on this one. Attic fans. Before air conditioning, attic fans pulled in volumes of cool night air through open windows in the summer time.

Used 169

Used Typewriters Phones Irons 169

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

We are now more committed to save money and we eat mostly at home, BUT we do enjoy at a few meals out each month. I shared our strategies in this post, 15 Smart Ways to Save Money when Eating Out. Borrow : For one-time special occasions, ask friends if you can borrow instead of buying new. Crew, Gap, and Limited.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Thrifting Thrift Stores 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. Typically, I am not a big fan of shopping at multiple stores, but it might be worth a visit to your local discount outlets or “dent & bent” stores. There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list.

Saving Money 130

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. I keep at least one frozen pizza in the freezer just for this occasion—bought on sale, of course!! I am not a purist though, I do splurge on occasion, but we try to limit the non-necessities.

Saving Money 113

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

I use them regularly when we eat out at restaurants, and I will not shop at a department store without one, but grocery coupons are completely different for me. Typically, I am not a big fan of shopping at multiple stores, but it might be worth a visit to your local discount outlets or “dent & bent” stores.

Saving Money 100

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 100