For the Mommas

DECEMBER 20, 2015

Christmas 911 – No More Wrapping Paper. It’s Christmas Eve and you’re wrapping up the last of the gifts. As you pull the wrapping paper around the gift, you begin to panic. The wrapping paper won’t go all the way around the package. Quickly, you jump up and rush off to search for more wrapping paper.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 26, 2014

Most of us who are 40 and younger grew up with disposable paper items. Do you have paper napkins? Paper towels ? Paper plates and cups? While I grew up using paper napkins and towels, we only used paper plates when we were on a picnic. Disposable Kitchen Items. Plastic silverware?

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

Today we’re meeting a reader who is an artist, a homeschooler, a boy-mom, and a renter by choice. Tell us a little about yourself I’m Karen A. I mentioned it to my fiance and he asked me to please cut his hair for him, using the article as a guide! Hello, everyone! Here’s Karen: 1.

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Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 15, 2016

I order most of my bath tissue and paper towels online. So I’m stocking up on Bounty paper towels at Target.com and you can too! Through 8/20, Target.com is offering $15 off a $50 household essentials purchase when you use the code CLEAN at checkout and shipping is FREE on orders of $25 or more.

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Saving Everyday

MAY 27, 2024

This dish came together because I was trying to find a way to use up the rest of my kale, and I loved the texture it added. Of course, depending on the brand of ingredients you use, that may be more or less for you. I’m using curly kale, but use whatever green you like. Use any sausage you like.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 29, 2011

You can use this 15%/1 item Printable Staples Coupon (expires 7/2/11) to save even more, making this only $4.24 (27¢ per roll)! If you’re a Staples Rewards member, be sure to check your email to see if you received a $5 Rewards Coupon which would make this toilet paper…free! Thanks, Tina and Money Saving Mom !

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Charmin Paper Re-use Rewards 89

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

that a lot of my projects for school are done We’re in the midst of a class that is mostly online work and group projects; it has not been my favorite nursing class so far. Whenever I pass something or get a test grade back, she says, “Mom, you’re doing great.”

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 20, 2015

Giant – Moneymaker Deal on Paper Mate Pens. If you are still looking for school supplies or just need to re-stock your home office, we have a HOT Moneymaker Deal on Paper Mate Pens at Giant starting on 8/23. Giant will have Paper Mate Stick Pens 10ct packages on sale 2/$3.00 Use (6) $0.55/1 Receive $$7.50

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Nicoles Nickels

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

Name of Product: Paper Coterie. Where can the product be purchased: online from Paper Coterie. Description of Product: “Paper Coterie is a circle of friends who are passionate about documenting the beauty of life well lived. The site was easy to use and very intuitive. Want to document your growing child?

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 23, 2019

There are so many ways of being more aware of how much we’re wasting; and what we can do about it. I love some of the ideas that came up in my research: Use reusable bags at the market. Many cities, counties and states are already encouraging people to do this by charging for plastic or paper bags! Refuse plastic utensils.

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

We generally recommend that if it’s a product you use regularly, you may want to check prices to see whether you’d be better off buying it in bulk. If you do the same oral hygiene routine once or twice a day, you probably wind up using a lot of your favorite products over the course of a year. Paper Goods.

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Nicoles Nickels

JULY 26, 2012

Through August 5th, you can save 40% off all wall art at Paper Coterie when you use coupon code WALLART at checkout! You can choose a decorative fabric poster made from a specially patented adhesive that can stick and re-stick to any surface, or a high quality stretched canvas print that comes out of the box ready to hang.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 11, 2021

If your winter was as long and cold as mine, then you’re also looking forward to opening windows, breathing in the fresh air, and soaking up the sunshine. Do our goals still make sense now that we’re in the trenches of the new year? Did you use the S.M.A.R.T. Take a deep breath, spring is finally here! phone service.

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Nicoles Nickels

MAY 25, 2012

Celebrate Dad with a beautifully personalized gift and save 60% when you use coupon code DADSDAY by June 11, 2012! Create a keepsake, hardcover photo book: Or a coil-bound, DIY book that you and your child fill out together: Paper Coterie has so many great Father’s Day gifts – you’re sure to find just the right thing!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 2, 2012

Where possible, try to avoid gifts that use batteries. There’s a lot of discussion about the etiquette of re-giving an unwanted gift. Done tactfully and with care, re?gifting Lower the Impact of Christmas Lighting Excessive use of electricity drains the environment’s natural resources.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 23, 2013

We decided to re-label 10 empty wine bottles using a picture of an historical event for each decade of her life. To start, I made a sample bottle as proof of concept using images printed on matte photo paper. Eventually I ended up at a scrap-booking store that carried 12 x 12 sheets of paper in enormous variety.

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Making Paper Wine Friends And Family Sale 187

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

From food waste to packaging to disposable items, there are a lot of resources being used by humans. A meal plan can be one of the best ways to avoid last-minute takeout runs, as well as ensure that you have a way to use the food you buy. Find Ways to Re-Use as Much As You Can. Nor is it healthy. You can do the same.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

When we started unpacking at our new house, I was shocked by how much paper waste there was. I know the moving company needed to pack things carefully to protect themselves from liability, but we were literally awash in a sea of paper and boxes for days. Wrapping paper. Practical Ways to Use the Excess. Cardboard boxes.

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Saving Everyday

MARCH 18, 2020

They’re thick, full of flavor, and melt to cheesy perfection. For an extra pop of flavor use, the onion flavor like in this recipe but use what you want. They’re heartier than regular English muffins, and I LOVE the texture! Parchment paper or foil. The texture and taste are fantastic ! Lenders Bagels.

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Freezers Breakfast Making Toaster Ovens 85

Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

I knew I needed sausage, and I knew I wanted to use Italian sausage, but that’s all I had. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. I these sheets of parchment paper ! Use a cookie scoop to form little balls. They’re high in protein, making them filling and satisfying. Use full-fat ricotta.

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Snacks Making Re-use Ovens 97

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

And, when you find yourself in the market for a new (or used) car, don’t worry about spending a little extra for an energy efficient vehicle because it will almost assuredly save money in the long-run by cutting gas consumption. Both paper coupons and paper bills are things of the past. Energy efficient tax credits. Go Digital.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 4, 2019

If you’re prepared to put in the effort, you can craft your own tool to guide you towards savings. Depending on your preferences, you might choose to use pen and paper, printable templates, mobile apps, or computer spreadsheets to organize your information. What Is a Price Book?

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Saving Everyday

JANUARY 2, 2011

Use the $2.50/1 This appears to be a regional coupon so your paper might not have it. I am going to get my papers in a bit and will let you know if mine does. I JUST used my last box of Electrasol from last year’s deal. So now we’ll have a Walmart, Rite Aid AND a Walgreens…we’re a movin on up!!

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Nicoles Nickels

JULY 1, 2011

Plus, if you’re a first time buyer at Mamsource, you can use code PULP3OFF to get the deal for just $6! If you think about how much you’d pay for these items at any card or paper store, you’re getting a GREAT deal shipped right to your door! Enjoy your cute new paper products at a great price!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 1, 2014

For those of you who haven’t seen the movie, No Impact Man is about a small family who spends a year trying to live “no impact” They live without generating garbage, without using electricity (for a portion of the year), and without buying anything new. Stop Using Paper/Plastic Plates, etc. This blew my mind.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

We could really use an intentional month of frugalness to reset our mindset. If you’re new to writing a budget, read: How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!) One way to track your spending is to log all of your purchases, bills, atm withdrawals, and any outgoing on notebook paper at the end of each day.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

From using espaliering to grow apple trees in a container, to herbs, to a variety of vegetables , it’s possible to transform a small space into an effective container garden. It’s even possible to use eggshells as seed starts. Carefully break off the top part of the shell when you use eggs and save the larger bottom part.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 13, 2011

There are many easy ways you can be eco-friendly with a credit card; all it takes are a few key decisions and instead of adding the the problem, you’re actually being a proactive solution. Here are some suggestions you might find useful: It Starts With The Choice of Credit Card. Save The Trees. Four Crazy Credit Card Scams.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 11, 2016

Wednesday: I used the last of the leftover turkey and stock that I saved from Thanksgiving and made Turkey Orzo Soup. ” Suck it up, buttercup, we’re not going to waste the food! We’re always looking for new weekly meal plan ideas. How I Use Pinterest for Meal Planning. 10 Paper Products to Avoid.

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Couponing 101

AUGUST 30, 2019

The project calls for mason jars, Mod Podge, tissue paper, construction paper, paintbrushes, and candles. The painting technique is relatively simple, relying primarily on dipping a bundle of cotton swabs in paint and then dabbing it on the paper or canvas. The main component is a paper plate.

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Couponing 101

MAY 19, 2020

If you’re looking for a fun and festive way to kick off the summer and celebrate the holiday, help your kids try out these seven fun Memorial Day crafts! While this tutorial calls for paint, you could also use crayons, colored pencils, or markers for easier cleanup. Red poppies are a symbol used to honor those who died in war.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

However, there are simple things we can do every day that help Mother Earth by using less energy, sending less trash to the land fills, and conserving our natural resources. So we’re helping the environment and saving money…it’s a win-win. Examples: Replace paper napkins with cloth napkins. Conserve water.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

We have been using this system ever since. lined paper. I highly suggest using a separate paper calendar from your normal planner to eliminate any confusion. Also color coding will be helpful as this is a visual exercise, and you will be using all of this info in the upcoming steps. calculator.

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Budget Budgeting Financial Goals Goals 133

Couponing 101

MARCH 6, 2020

Whether you’re Irish or honorary Irish, leprechauns, rainbows, pots of gold, and shamrocks have an undeniable appeal. Since it requires cutting paper into strips, it may be more appropriate for children who have already mastered their scissor skills. Children lace colorful yarn through holes punched in a paper plate.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 12, 2019

You’ve found a great coupon that you’re eager to use, but you’re nervous. What if using it makes you look cheap? Shopping when stores are less busy, like right after open, can mean lines may be shorter and cashiers may be friendlier, making it much less intimidating to use your coupons.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 19, 2020

Since the project uses a pattern, it’s also good tracing practice. Paper Chain Python via The Craft Train. Many kids love any excuse to put together a paper chain, which is why we selected this craft. It is a fun variation on a standard paper chain, and the finished project is a snake that can bend and move.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

These are strategies I use weekly to help keep my grocery bill in line with our budget. As my kids have grown into teenagers who eat as much as adults, I spend about $800-1000/month–this includes anything I buy at the grocery store, so it includes paper and cleaning products. Seriously, my kids claim hunger ALL.DAY.LONG.

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