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How to Have a Star Wars Birthday Party for Under $60!

Couponing 101

My son recently became very interested in Star Wars, so we threw him a Star Wars-themed party for his birthday this year! It’s always a challenge to find the balance between wanting to give your child the most amazing birthday ever and working with your realistic budget. We used a black tablecloth ($0.90 for a 24 pk).

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Not So Free – Free Things

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I love going to garage sales. Lately though, I’ve begun to re-consider. The free item needs too much re-furbishing. This past weekend, I went out garage sailing just for fun. These things now live in our garage, taking up space that we don’t have! Maybe, maybe not. Here is why. The old beat up bench.

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50 Best Small-Business Ideas – NerdWallet

Savings Corner

If you’re trying to find the small business idea that’s right for you, ask yourself the following questions: Where is there a need in the market, and how can your skills satisfy that need? Your less math-friendly entrepreneurs could use your help in keeping their personal and business finances in order.

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How to Make a Two Dollar Seventy Five Cent Centerpiece

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The third week of March was my Mother-in-laws 90 th birthday. Since the celebration was a meal at the restaurant in the museum, and since our birthday girl has already seen nine decades we decided on a history theme. We decided to re-label 10 empty wine bottles using a picture of an historical event for each decade of her life.

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Things You Can Do To NOT Make Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Back before the internet was invented, I used to write short fiction stories and try to get them published. It kept me busy and out of trouble, used up a lot of stamp money, but never yielded a dime. Hubby used to be way into contests and giveaways. Most garage sales don’t have many antiques – or even collectibles.

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Interview with a Self-Made Millionaire

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

For so long, we plodded along with next to nothing while our neighbors were running up their charge cards and using home equity loans to take vacations. We shopped at garage sales, turned down the heat, combined errands to use less gas, didn’t buy a lot of prepared food, cooked at home and the like. Peggy: Oh yes!

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Season of Sharing Gift Guide and Giveaway – Day 3 – Gifts for Him and Her

Nicoles Nickels

And, the Remix channel re-blends every time before dispensing a drink to ensure smooth texture. Product Name: Soft Cable Knit Infinity Scarf Purchase Information: [link] Product Price: Regular Price- $32.95, but use the coupon code GIFT to get it for $9.95 & FREE SHIPPING! or full (60 oz.) Makes a great gift!

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