Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2013

'If you’re like me, you are always looking for ways to save money, even if it’s only a little bit each week or month. Sometimes we need to find extra funds when big bills are due but often it is needed just to make ends meet. These tips on how to save money by greening your wardrobe will really help you to keep those extra dollars in your pocket. Before you can even start to think about how you would go about greening your wardrobe, you need to know where you stand, clothes wise, right now at th

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Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 28, 2013

'KFC has rolled out its $10 Weekend Bucket, the quick-service chain’s second major value introduction in October. The item offers 10 pieces of chicken for $10, and guests can mix and match among KFC’s Original Recipe, Extra Crispy, Kentucky Grilled Chicken or Original Recipe Boneless varieties. The $10 Weekend Bucket will be available every Saturday and Sunday through Nov. 24.

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 17, 2013

'How to Make Slime for Kids. This is really a fun DIY craft for kids any time of year, but around Halloween, it can be even more exciting. Since my kids are on Fall Break, I wanted to have some fun projects that would entertain them – and be fun decorations. My son absolutely loved making and play with this slime. And we are already planning on the new colors we will be making soon…So, if you want a spooky creation this Halloween, check out how to make slime – your kids will enjoy!

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Making Kids DIY Halloween 111

Couponing 101

OCTOBER 17, 2013

'In my search for a good pizza dough recipe I came across the idea to make pizza kits from Life as Mom. I thought it was simply brilliant! I always prefer homemade pizza, but usually when I want pizza I am not in the mood to make the dough. So store-bought frozen pizzas usually win. A pizza kit is basically a large freezer bag that contains smaller bags of the following: homemade pizza dough, chopped veggies, shredded cheese, and meat toppings.

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 30, 2013

' . Yes, I am one of those people that has asked that question – WHY IS ALDI’S so much cheaper. I was sure it was because their food was inferior or even, well. plain gross. I also thought the food was simply on par with the generic food you find at the grocery store. I am not a big fan of generics, because I can get name brands for less expensive.

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Organic Organization Cheap Chicago 102

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

OCTOBER 22, 2013

'It’s that time again – our next VIP giveaway starts right now! You know the drill: to celebrate Lilliana’s new book (launching November 5th!) we’re giving you the chance to win an exclusive VIP pack in honor of the book launch! Valued at over $200, this ultra exclusive VIP giveaway features some of Lilliana’s favorite affordable luxuries and a signed copy of the book: The Cheap Chica’s Guide to Style: Secrets to Shopping Cheap and Looking Chic – Lilliana will sign each book to

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 27, 2013

'We all know people who can’t seem to make any good financial decisions – ever. We all make bad ones occasionally. I know I have made my fair share of shaky ones. When you are in the moment, making the decision, it most likely seems to be the best. It is only later that you think about other options that could have been available and which you may have chosen.

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 23, 2013

'Fun at Tolmachoff Farms. I was excited to get compensated tickets to Tolmachoff Farms this year because it was the first pumpkin patch and corn maze that all my kids would get to experience and we had a blast! Tolmachoff Farms really is in the middle of the city – or so it feels like it, but once you are there, you are carried off to Fall Fun on a farm.

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Kids and Family Arizona Tickets Family 110

Couponing 101

OCTOBER 17, 2013

'These are the best deals at Whole Foods Market this week. Keep in mind that prices will vary by region, so verify these sales with your online ad. Whole Foods will allow you to use one Whole Foods store coupon and one manufacturer’s coupon per item, however I suggest you check with your local Whole Foods to be sure. Imagine Foods Organic Chicken Broth $2.50 - $1/1 Imagine Whole Foods Printable Coupon AND - $1/1 Imagine Printable Coupon = 50¢ Alexia Organic Fries $2.69

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Birmingham Bargain Mom

OCTOBER 31, 2013

'Here are 28 free or free with purchase offers to check out today to celebrate Halloween - most require a costume, so make sure the kids are dressed for a treat. Share the list with your friends.

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 21, 2013

'If your shopping at ULTA for your hair care needs, be sure to take advantage of this free Treseemme offer. TRESemmé and ULTA want to help give your hair a fighting chance by offering a free 1oz. sample size of TRESemmé Platinum Strength Shampoo and Conditioner when you purchase any TRESemmé product at ULTA Salon from October 6 th to 26th! The new Platinum Strength Collection is a line of hair care products developed to fortify and strengthen hair.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 22, 2013

'Teaching your kids about money is one of the best things you can do to set them up for financial success in the future. Being that financial security strategies aren’t taught in the school classroom, it’s important to sit down with your kids at home and teach them valuable lessons in financial management. Here are seven things you should teach your kids about money, helping them become better spenders, savers, and investors.

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Money Kids College Tuition Kids and Family 234

Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 21, 2013

' Last week I told you how impressed I was with Kmart’s Halloween selection and how excited I was to go on a shopping spree to decorate my home! I spent a long time in the store checking everything out and making my selections. I broke it up into several different pictures so you could see everything I got! This first picture has a ton of stuff in it – a really cool carving kit and these 3 cool kits where they have plastic items you actually stick into your pumpkin instead of cutti

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Kmart Halloween Giveaway Niece 111

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 21, 2013

'How many of you just love Banana Cream Pie?? Here is an easy no-bake banana cream chocolate eclair recipe that is going to leave you banana lovers wanting more!! It’s smooth and creamy and my number one comfort food. Each and every time I make this recipe it is gone in a flash and I get rock star mom status for the rest of the day. You could also add a layer of bananas into the cake if you wanted to but we prefer just a bit added to the top before we dig in.

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Chocolate Baking Recipes Crackers 108

Couponing 101

OCTOBER 8, 2013

'Right now Amazon has the Lego Duplo Ville Baby Zoo Set on sale for only $8.79 (reg. $14.99)! Shipping is free with Amazon Prime or any order over $25. 18-Piece set includes animals, zoo keeper, and large building bricks Encourages creative thinking and social skill development through role-play DUPLO bricks encourage hands-on, minds-on exploration and storytelling Basic DUPLO building sets nourish young imaginations through free-form building Fosters hand-eye coordination, problem solving, pa

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Zoo Lego Baby Amazon 106

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

OCTOBER 8, 2013

'We’re so excited about Lilliana’s new book (launching less than one month from now!) that we want you to join us in the fun. We’ve already asked you to show us your best cheap + chic looks for a chance to be featured on the blog, but now we’re giving you the chance to win an exclusive VIP pack in honor of the book launch!

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 30, 2013

'As we come upon the holiday season, I wanted to take a minute to share some ideas for giving. It is so important to remember that this time of year is more about giving than receiving. Reader R recently packed up boxes for Operation Christmas Child with her 3 children. This is an AMAZING gift - teaching your children to be generous. We stock up all year long and this is an opportunity to give back.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 9, 2013

'We all have days when we are tired of our jobs, and we wish we could just quit. However, just because you feel like quitting one day doesn’t mean it’s actually time to leave your job behind. Before you leave your job, you need to consider the personal and financial factors influencing your choice. Before you quit, make sure that the timing really is right.

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Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 20, 2013

'Krusteaz , maker of premium baking and pancake mixes, announces national availability for its NEW Molten Deep Dish Cookies, a first-of-its-kind mix that combines the best of chewy cookie texture and a creamy center in one indulgent cookie. Like nothing else out there, this ultimate cookie experience will have family and friends raving! Consumers will also be excited to try other new Krusteaz products appearing on their grocers’ baking shelves, including Pumpkin Muffins, Pumpkin Pie Bar, a

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Baking At Home Giveaway Home 111

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 16, 2013

'Ways to Repurpose Pumpkins. When Halloween is over and it is time put the pumpkins away, you might find yourself feeling a tad sad at the thought of throwing them out. After all, you paid good money for them. And perhaps they are even still in good shape. Well don’t toss them then, repurpose them instead. Did you know there are plenty of ways to use pumpkins aside from just pumpkin pie.

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Dog Treats Zoo Halloween Donation 106

Couponing 101

OCTOBER 16, 2013

'These are the Kroger Deals for the Texas/Louisiana area. Prices may vary by region. Texas Kroger stores No Longer Double or Triple Coupons. If you’re new, please read Couponing Terms & Abbreviations and Kroger 101: How to Shop and Save Money at Kroger Stores before continuing. Remember to load all your e-coupons from Cellfire , Shortcuts , and Upromise !

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

OCTOBER 15, 2013

'Big big BIG news: starting today, THEOUTNET.COM – our favorite go-to e-tailer for discount designer wares – is offering you the chance to score 60% off Christian Louboutin shoes and accessories. This is huge. Louboutins are classic and a must-have in every woman’s wardrobe. They’re also not what we’d call affordable, so when you see a discount this deep on a brand of this caliber, well, you’ve gotta’ jump.

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 17, 2013

'2013 ABC Family 25 Days of Christmas Schedule. Looking for some frugal fun this upcoming Holiday Season? Check out the 2013 25 Days of Christmas Schedule! We always enjoy the 25 Days of Christmas Movies! This years 25 Days of Christmas Schedule has been released! It will include a few network premieres including The Little Mermaid, Winnie the Pooh & More!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 24, 2013

'Right now, many people wonder if now is the right time to buy a house. In the United States, where I live, there is interest in buying now, before prices completely recover and while interest rates are near record lows. In Canada, there is a little more caution with regard to buying a home, since there are fears — especially in certain markets — that a bubble is involved.

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Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 20, 2013

'Delicious, handcrafted meals for two from Old El Paso – now available in the frozen aisle! You can now find premium, handcrafted, Old El Paso Frozen entrees for two in the freezer aisle of your local grocery store. Imagine coming home from work and digging into your favorite Mexican dish only to find delicious ingredients you can actually see including steak, chicken and rice.

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 28, 2013

'Before you know it Thanksgiving will be here. There are so many yummy recipes out there that you definitely don’t have to make the same thing as last year. Be a hit this Thanksgiving with these mouthwatering recipes from around the web. We’ve found a little bit of everything, so you have lots of choices! Be sure to “pin” this so you can be a Thanksgiving rock star this year!

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Thanksgiving Recipes Green Media 102

Couponing 101

OCTOBER 25, 2013

'Right now Amazon has the VeggieTales: It’s A Meaningful Life DVD on sale for only $4.16 (reg. $14.97)! Shipping is free with Amazon Prime or any order over $35. Jimmy Stewart fans get ready for a new version of It’s a Wonderful Life. An asparagus has taken over the leading role. Stuart’s life is falling apart, and he focuses his life on event where he failed in the past.

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Amazon Dvd Online Shopping Christmas 105

Saving With Shellie

OCTOBER 10, 2013

'These Candy Corn Popcorn Balls are a great treat and take on a Halloween look by adding the candy corn. I am combining two treats that I LOVE to make the perfect Halloween Treat. There are a couple of challenges to be aware of. Let the sugar mixture cool just a bit before pouring over you candy corn popcorn mixture, or your candy corn might start to melt because of the heat.

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Recipes Halloween Microwaveable Cooking 89

For the Mommas

OCTOBER 18, 2013

'Macys Black Friday Ad 2013. Macy’s Black Friday Ad 2013. The Macy’s Black Friday Ad Scan is available to view. Macy’s Black Friday sale start Thursday at 8pm. Check out Macy’s Black Friday Ad Scan here.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 17, 2013

'As somebody who is relatively new to her career, I spend a lot of time looking to see what is out there in the job market, even if I don’t plan on making a career move. I think it’s important to stay on top of market trends, see which companies are hiring and for which roles, and remain in-the-know about your chosen field. One thing that strikes me as interesting is the amount of positions that are posted for long periods of time that require the incumbent to travel.

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Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 27, 2013

'Pampers, has been making improvements to their trusted diapers to help keep moms happy and their babies dry in the diapers they trust and love. Pampers Swaddlers, the #1 choice of hospitals, a trusted favorite of many new moms, is now available in size 3 & 4 at Albertsons. Swaddlers 3 and 4 will include both the wetness indicator and absorb-away mesh liner that moms have come to love in the smaller Swaddlers sizes.

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Albertson's Pampers Giveaway Mom 111

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 7, 2013

'Halloween Safety Tips for Kids. Halloween is a fun time for both children and adults. After all there is trick or treating, costume parties, and so much more. While you want your children to be able to go out and have fun, you also want them to be safe. Halloween can be a dangerous time of year, so you want your children to know what they need to do to protect themselves.

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Halloween Kids Holiday Cars 102

Couponing 101

OCTOBER 4, 2013

'Disney Store has a special online sale running right now – you can get Classic Disney Dolls for just $8 (reg. $14.95)! Sales like this are a great way to get your Christmas shopping done early, especially if you have a little Disney fan running around at home! Get FREE shipping on a $75 purchase with coupon code SHIPMAGIC. See more gift ideas here.

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Online Sale Disney Storing Sale 105

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

OCTOBER 21, 2013

'Last week, we showed you one of our favorite features inside the new book – the Lucky 13 pullout, which shows you how to make a full month of outfits out of just 13 pieces. Today, we’re showing you another great feature – the gorgeous illustrations of Lina Maria Carillo. There are over 100 customer illustrations featured throughout the book , which help to bring Lilliana’s words to life and add a gorgeous element to the book – don’t you just love the detail i

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November Cheap Shopping Amazon 88

For the Mommas

OCTOBER 23, 2013

'Update: It appears if you use the stop button or hold escape you do not have to disable javascript.! Thanks everyone! . Note: This offer is a bit of a pain to get, so please try at your own risk of fustration. To get this offer, you will have to turn off Javascript or the page will redirect. If you don’t know what that means or do not feel like messing around with your computer, skip this offer.

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Starbucks Free Stuff Computers Free 85

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 1, 2013

'Mother Nature – what a clever woman; to be able to produce such diversity, beauty and wonder! You only have to look around you to see amazing things that cannot help but lift your mood and make you feel good. Here are some tips to help you bond with Mother Nature so you can experience the benefits that such an experience can provide. Psychologists and scientists have proven conclusively that getting outdoors has a positive effect on human health , both physically and psychologically.

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Mother's Flowers and Plants Outdoors Health and Beauty 202

Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 12, 2013

' . I was so excited when Kmart contacted me to take the Kmart Halloween Challenge! They sent me a giftcard to go on a shopping spree to decorate my house and my family for Halloween! I headed out for my local Kmart and was super excited about what I found! There were at least 5 full aisles dedicated to Halloween! They had costumes and costumes for everyone from infants to adults!

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Kmart Halloween Giveaway Niece 112