January, 2014

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How to Cook Dried Beans

Family Balance Sheet

'Cooking dried beans sounds like a lot of work, but I’m going to show you that it is quite easy. The benefits of cooking your beans instead of buying them canned far out number any extra work. Cooked beans taste better than canned beans. Cooked beans have significantly less sodium than canned beans. Have you read the label on the can? And finally, cooked beans are cheaper than the canned version.

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Want Better Productivity? Stop Multi-Tasking!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

'One of the things I used to tell my mom was that, of course I could do my homework while watching TV. I tried to make out like I was this amazing multi-tasker, reading while I did my chores (have you ever tried to hold a book in one hand while wielding a vacuum in the other?), and completing all manner of tasks while doing something else at the same time.

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CVS Ad Scan Preview for the Week of 1/26/14

Simply CVS

'Here is the CVS ad scan preview for the week of January 26 , 2014. You can see if there are any printable coupons you''d like to print for items on sale at RedPlum, SmartSource, or Coupons. Remember, you can almost always print two of each coupon. If you''d like to find other current coupons for CVS sale items check out these instructions on where to find them.

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Valentine Coconut Almond Chex Mix

Saving Cents With Sense

'Treat your Valentine right with this easy and oh-so-decadent Valentine Coconut Almond Chex Mix. It is colorful, crunchy, salty, and sweet – did we get all your taste sensations there? The recipe really is simple, and I like that I can save on the ingredients by shopping sales this time of year and/or using coupons. The coconut adds a tropical feel, and since I was married in Hawaii, that always reminds me of love.

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Chrüterchraft Ricola Wants you to “Call In Well” and Giveaway

Nicoles Nickels

'It’s that time of the year when colds and coughs have set in. The time when you get that little hacking cough that you just can’t seem to shake. In our house that is when we reach for a Ricola. I discovered Ricola about 30 years ago and have never been so happy to try a product. Ricola has such a nice soothing quality and pleasant taste, as compared to the overly sweet, artificial tasting alternatives.

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Printable Coupons: Hormel, Glade, Jennie-O, Old El Paso, Dole, and More!

Couponing 101

'Here are the newest printable coupons: 55¢/1 Hormel Sandwich Makers Product Printable Coupon $1/1 Glade PlugIns Scented Oil Refill Printable Coupon $2/1 Glade Sense & Spray Starter Kit Printable Coupon $1/2 Glade Jar Candles Printable Coupon 75¢/1 GoGo Squeez Product Printable Coupon $1/1 Glade Sense & Spray Refill Printable Coupon $1/1 Kibbles ‘n Bits American Grill Dog Food Printable Coupon 75¢/1 Jimmy Dean Sandwich Product Printable Coupon $1/1 Kandoo Personal Care Product Prin

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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings

Family Balance Sheet

'My family loves chicken wings and Garlic Parmesan is our favorite flavor. We usually order wings from a favorite local wing joint, but they are so easy to make at home. My family voted that these Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings were just as delicious as any restaurant which makes me a happy home cook! Print. Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings. Ingredients 2.5 lbs frozen or fresh chicken wings olive oil 1 teaspoon seasoning salt, I use Tastefully Simple brand 5 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon garlic p

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14 Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids

Saving With Shellie

'These 14 Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids are easy and adorable! With a few basic crafting supplies and a little time you can have some cute projects made for this special day that’s all about LOVE. I hope you enjoy these Valentine’s Day Kid Crafts as much as we do! Handprint Heart Valentine’s Day Craft. Supplies: Paper. Markers.

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Beginning Exercise without Breaking the Bank

Saving Cents With Sense

'Think you need an expensive gym membership to get in shape? Think again! You can’t escape the radio and TV ads this time of year boasting amazing deals at your local gym. While it may seem like a good idea – you’re paying for it so you’ll use it right? – more times than not the money is spent while the membership goes unused. Some estimates say that as many as 67% of purchased gym memberships go unused!

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Laica Mineralbalance Water Filtration System and Giveaway

Nicoles Nickels

'If you are using a traditional water filtration system, you could be stripping your tap water of essential minerals like Calcium and Magnesium. It’s time to bare the truth about water filtration – New to North America, the Laica Mineralbalance™ water filtration system compliments your healthy lifestyle by helping you meet your daily mineral requirements.

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The Children’s Place: 40% Off Coupon Code, Plus Free Shipping!

Couponing 101

'Today only (1/29/14), The Children’s Place is offering an extra 40% off your entire order + FREE shipping! Just use coupon code EXTRAFORTY at checkout to get your discount. Shop the clearance section to get some amazing deals after coupon code. For example, the Baby Girls’ Star Puffer Coat pictured above is only $7.34 after coupon code (reg. $50).

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20 Chicken Wing Recipes

Family Balance Sheet

'If there’s a big game or a party, my family loves to celebrate with chicken wings. In the past, we would buy wings from a local wing joint, but they are so easy to make at home and much cheaper too. This list of chicken wings recipes ranges in flavors, from sweet to tangy to spicy or savory. Enjoy! 20 Chicken Wings Recipes. Asian Chicken Wings at Family Balance Sheet.

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How to Live Off the Land Even If You Don’t Own Land

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

'My latest obsession is Alaska: The Last Frontier. I love watching how the Kilchers live off the land and seek to be self-sufficient. As someone who spent her childhood wishing she, too, could live in Little House on the Prairie , it makes sense that in adulthood I’d be obsessed with modern day pioneers like the Kilchers. The problem is, I rent an apartment with a tiny lawn in the near suburbs of a large urban city.

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RECIPE: No Bake Peanut Butter Granola Bars

Saving With Shellie

' . . . No Bake Peanut Granola Bars are on our after school snack menu. They’re quick and yummy! Whip up a batch to share before your next play date, This simple recipe is sure to please those little snackers. If you can muster up some restraint and don’t eat them all in one setting, store them in an airtight container. They’ll last about a week on the counter.

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Test Driving Family Friendly 2014 Toyota Highlander in Beautiful Santa Barbara

Saving Cents With Sense

'Last week, I had the privilege to take a trip back to my old stomping grounds – beautiful Santa Barbara – to test drive the all new 2014 Toyota Highlander thanks to Toyota. The trip was quick, but the weather was perfect with sunny skies to enjoy the beach, the small town feel, the coffee, and my favorite spot in SB, the Santa Barbara Mission. Oh yes, and I was able to do all this while driving a brand new car with some very fun features!

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Balance Bar New Year’s Pledge and Giveaway

Nicoles Nickels

'As we are ending 2014, and having eaten too much over the holidays many of you are making New Year’s resolutions today. Instead of neglecting yourself from these treats, substitute with a Balance Bar as a healthy, yet tasty, alternative. Making a New Year’s resolution is easier than actually keeping one, but this time around focus on maintaining a balanced life in 2014.

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Walmart Coupon Matchups and Deals 1/8

Couponing 101

'If you need help with abbreviations, please reference this post: Couponing Terms & Abbreviations. Remember that Walmart prices will vary from store to store. The prices for these items may be slightly higher or lower at your store. Here are some of the great deals you can pick up at Walmart right now: Bayer 32 ct. $1.98 - $5/2 Bayer Healthcare Brands Coupon (1/5 SS) = 2 Free + $1.04 Profit Bic Cristal Pens 10 ct. 97¢ - $1/1 Bic Stationery Product Coupon (1/5 SS) = Free

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11 Simple Meal Planning Tips

Family Balance Sheet

'My husband and I made some serious financial goals for 2014. To achieve those goals I need to review our spending to see where I can make some cuts. If there is one budget category that can quickly get out of control for me, it is GROCERIES. If I don’t plan our meals and my shopping list, I spend too much money and make too many extra stops to the grocery store during the week.

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Tips for Making Money with Airbnb

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

'One of the biggest travel trends in recent memory is the use of Airbnb. If you are looking for a reasonably-priced place to stay when you travel, you can find what you are looking for by visiting the Airbnb web site. However, it’s not just a way to save money when you travel. You can also make money when you rent a room or your whole apartment or house using Airbnb.

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RECIPE: The Best Homemade Steak Seasoning

Saving With Shellie

' . . We are big steak eaters in our house. Not so much for day-to-day meals but special occasions like birthdays and extended family dinners usually involve steak. Stan is always in charge of seasoning the steaks. Sometimes he uses straight salt and pepper and butter. Other times he uses this homemade steak seasoning blend. We never buy steak seasoning at the grocery store.

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Bacon Wrapped Smokies

Saving Cents With Sense

'Bacon? Did someone say bacon? These Bacon Wrapped Smokies are such fun appetizers to serve and they are a hit with everyone from kids to adults. The best part is that even though they look fancy, they are rather simple to make, and really everyone loves bacon! Add a little sugar and some spice with this “secret” dipping sauce and you will have a perfect appetizer before the game or your next party!

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New Eco Friendly Mini WipeBox Review and Giveaway

Nicoles Nickels

'Looking for a stylish and uber-chic way to tote around tissue packs? The new Wipebox MINI is a super-convenient and inexpensive travel-size tissue container — equal parts stylish and durable. Featuring a bright and colorful European-inspired design with whimsical bold graphics, this reusable container is the perfect “accessory” to compliment any bag.

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Dollar Tree: FREE Garnier Fructis Haircare, Nivea Lotion, and Kraft Recipe Makers!

Couponing 101

'New coupons are rolling out this month, and some of them can score you HOT freebies at Dollar Tree! Check out these deals: Garnier Fructis Shampoo, Conditioner, or Stylers $1 - $1/1 Garnier Fructis Hair Product Printable Coupon OR - $1/1 Garnier Fructis Hair Styling Product Printable Coupon OR - $1/1 Garnier Fructis Treatment Product Printable Coupon = Free Nivea Sun-Kissed Radiant Skin Lotion $1 - $1/1 Nivea or Nivea for Men Lotion Printable Coupon = Free Kraft Recipe Makers $1 - $1/1 Kraft Re

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How to Find Free Kindle & Nook Books

For the Mommas

'If you recently got a new Kindle or Nook, you may be looking to find free books to download. There are several places to find free Kindle & Nook Books. Free Kindle Books. Amazon has a list of classics that are always free. You can download them at any time for free. In addition, Amazon has a limited time promotional area of the website that lists books that are free for a limited time.

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3 Tips to Ensure You Adhere to Your Budget

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

'I remember when I first started budgeting, I found it extremely easy to stick to my budget. I followed it very closely, tracked my spending, and worked hard to ensure I was keeping my spending within the limits of the categories. As a result, I always knew where I stood financially, and had detailed budgets and spending reports should anything go awry.

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Free or cheap things to do in Alabama on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2014

Birmingham Bargain Mom

'If the kids are out of school for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and you''re off work, then how about hitting the road for a quick day trip?

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Why You Won’t Find Store Match Ups Anymore

Saving Cents With Sense

'The Road Here. It has been 5 years since I started Saving Cents With Sense and it has been such a fun journey! When I first began the blog, it was because of my own life circumstances. It was out of necessity. Having been laid off and losing half our income, my goal was how to figure out how to stretch our budget. That is how I started couponing. But it wasn’t long before I realized that many of the coupon blogs I followed back then, although very informative, did not help me shop stores in Ari

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A Few Shortcuts Weekly Recipe: Baked BBQ Zucchini Chips

Nicoles Nickels

'This week’s recipe from Amanda @ A Few Shortcuts is some more finger food for the big game, or a trick to get your child to eat some vegetables. Baked BBQ Zucchini Chips sound yummy no matter why you are eating them. Amanda even includes her recipe for BBQ seasoning which sounds pretty darn tasty. Since I’m trying to incorporate more veggies into my own diet, and the only kind of chips I like are BBQ, this is definitely going to get a try out in my house!

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Natural Health Magazine Subscription – Only $4.99 Per Year!

Couponing 101

'Today only (1/1/14), you can get a one-year subscription to Natural Health Magazine for only $4.99 ! Just use the code COUPONING101 at checkout to get this discounted price. This magazine is for people interested in alternative health, natural living, the mind-body-spirit connection and self-care. Topics include vitamins, fitness, herbs, foods that heal, home remedies, new products, recipes and prevention.

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RECIPE: Homemade Cracked Peppercorn Salad Dressing

Saving With Shellie

' . . This Homemade Cracked Peppercorn Salad Dressing is delicious! It’s perfect for this time of year when we’re making healthier, fresher choices for ourselves and our families. Even if that means that we add a little side salad to the supper menu. We’ve featured it over a wedge salad but, be sure to try it over your favorite salad.

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6 Ways to Improve Your Life in the Coming Year

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

'One of the great things about a new year is the fact that you can look at where you’re at, decide where you’d like to be, and then make a plan to improve yourself. It’s true that you can set goals anytime of the year, but the advent of a new year provides you with a convenient time to reflect. As you consider what you want your life to look like in the coming year, it makes sense identify areas that could use improvement.

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GIVEAWAY: Thursday Friday Clutch

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

'Here at Cheap Chica’s HQ, we just can’t get enough of Thursday Friday. Their designer-chic totes, bags, and pochettes were so popular with our fellow Cheap Chica’s when we gave away a pochette a few months ago that hosting another giveaway! That’s right – we’ve teamed up with Thursday Friday to gift one lucky reader the Away Clutch in Python !

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Valentine Hearts Rice Krispies Treats

Saving Cents With Sense

'Valentine’s Day is coming up and these Valentine Hearts Rice Krispies Treats will be a sure hit for your littlest loved ones. They are super simple to make so the kids can help you make them and everyone will enjoy eating them! These would be cute to give to neighbors, teachers or other friends too. That is, if you can keep you family away from eating them all!

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Staples Deal: Free 5 Ream Case of Paper

For the Mommas

'Staples FREE after easy rebate 8.5×11 Copy Paper, 5 Ream Case Coupon. There is a new Staples FREE after easy rebate 8.5×11 Copy Paper, 5 Ream Case Coupon available to print. The coupon is good for a free 5 ream case of paper after easy rebate. Print : Staples FREE after easy rebate 8.5×11 Copy Paper, 5 Ream Case Coupon. Staples Deal : Buy (1) Staples 5 Ream Case of 8.5×11 Copy Paper $24.99.

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Target: Bobble Water Bottles Only $4.49 Each!

Couponing 101

'Hurry and print this $3/1 Bobble Product Printable Coupon while it’s available! You can use it for a great deal at Target this week: Bobble Water Bottles or Filters $9.99; Buy 2 and Earn a $5 Target Gift Card - (2) $3/1 Bobble Product Printable Coupon = $4.49 ea. Make your Target shopping list before you head out to the store. Thanks, Totally Target !

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FREE BabyGanics Wipes At Walgreens!!

Saving Everyday

'Select BabyGanics products are B1G1 FREE at Walgreens through February 22nd, which means you can score wipes totally FREE! Hurry and print this $2/1 BabyGanics Coupon before it’s gone and then you have a few weeks to do this deal: BabyGanics Products – B1G1 FREE. Buy (2) wipes = $3.99. Use (2) $2/1 BabyGanics Personal Care Product Coupon – “boost” it to $2.

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Limiting the Financial Damage of a Data Breach

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

'One of the biggest stories offered recently was that of the Target breach in the Untied States. Millions of customers had their data stolen, including credit and debit information. Even though I haven’t shopped at a Target in years, my partial data was stolen, and I’ll need to be vigilant when it comes to my identity. I’m no stranger to this situation, either.