Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 10, 2012

I like to bake cookies, and I like to budget. I’ve failed at many budgets this way. If you Google how to make a budget, you’ll find the same boilerplate list of steps on thousands of sites. This is what I like to call the Toll House budget. It’s not that I lost my taste for the sweet, chewy goodies.

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Budgeting Budget Toll House Cooking 213

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

8 Action Steps for a Frugal February: 1 – Write a budget/spending plan for February. I’m a big fan of Zero Based Budgeting. If you’re new to writing a budget, read: How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!) For a list of budget categories, read: How to Start a Budget.

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February Frugal Financial Goals Goals 130

Stockpiling Moms

DECEMBER 21, 2023

These Air fryer Slap Ya Mama Wings would be amazing over the holidays! They fit in the budget when we make them at home. My sister and brother-n-law are huge wing fans! They made these delicious wings and I thought this was one to share. I am seeing these on my menu for New Years Eve and of course game day!

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Fryers Mom Recipes Cooking 231

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 29, 2011

When the holidays are over, when the toys are old and tossed aside, when the wind and snow are howling outside, and the kids are wailing “ I’m bored” what can you do to entertain and educate them? Budget and Kid Friendly Fun. Make your own play dough (puzzle, website, puppets). This post was written by Marie.

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Entertainment Budgeting Budget At Home 201

Shereen Travels Cheap

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Any vendor who makes and/or sells Scandinavian goods in Oregon and Washington come to help folks with their holiday shopping lists and decorate their home. The restaurant was decked out in luau stuffs, but with a Santa theme, and I went home with a fantastic Santa tiki mug.

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Activism Portland Zoo Museum 196

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 11, 2015

The holidays are a fun time to get together with friends and family. It’s not too late to pull a holiday party together for Christmas or New Year’s and you don’t have to blow your budget. Unused items from your home, otherwise known as a White Elephant gift. How will you celebrate the holidays?

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Christmas Budgeting Budget Swap 100

Shereen Travels Cheap

JANUARY 3, 2024

Do more local activities and events - We spent a good chunk of December exploring the city's holiday markets, pop-ups, attractions, and events. Bring back 48 Hours on a Budget series - I love this series, but it takes a lot of work to do each post, so it often gets put off and then I haven't done any and I am disappointed in myself.

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New Year's Las Vegas Travel Vacation 214

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Holiday time can be fun, but so very expensive and consequently stressful. Amidst the frantic schedules we keep all year long, the extra tasks thrown in for the holidays and all those expectations, sometimes we are just glad when it is all over. Save On Holiday Decorating. Save On Holiday Parties And Dinners.

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Holiday Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family Christmas 202

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

Now we avoid the busy restaurants and lavish gifts and instead we spend the evening in the comforts of our home. Our two daughters love the holiday too. Pink and hearts--it's the official holiday of 5-7 year old girls everywhere. 7 Tips Celebrate Valentine's Day at Home. Unplug from the Outside World.

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Valentines Day Saving Money At Home Money 100

Shereen Travels Cheap

DECEMBER 30, 2023

This December has been a whirlwind of activity, while we tried to get to a lot of the special holiday markets, pop-ups, and other activities we usually miss. He'll be at a home museum of an artist I really enjoy, where we'll be taking a tour. It's been awesome. A little late, but that's okay.

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Travel Las Vegas Portland Hotel 201

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 23, 2012

Now that the holiday season is underway, it’s probably a little difficult to scale back the consumerism. Here are some ways that you can improve the sustainability of your holiday gifts: Shop Local. Use your creativity to find gifts that are a little more eco-friendly, and you can have a greener holiday season.

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Giving Holiday Gifts Recycle 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 29, 2011

Stay within budget this holiday season with up-cycled Christmas gifts. To make up-cycling for holiday and Christmas gifts work, you will need to be a little crafty, however the end result will be a unique and personal gift. Look around and see what your home has to offer up in the way of materials for up-cycled gifts.

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Cycle Budgeting Budget Christmas 199

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 25, 2012

One of the absolute best things about the holiday season is that it’s the time of year when you can sit back and spend some much needed quality time with the ones you love the most. You can enjoy a wide variety of them right from the comfort of your own home. Cook Together. Play Board Games. Christmas in July.

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Inexpensive Holiday Activism Family 203

Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 18, 2013

Between in-laws and invites, parties and presents, you’re probably very familiar with how stressful things can get around the house during the holidays. Most families will be busy cooking and eating a lot during the holidays and heartburn is the last thing you want on the menu!

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Holiday Home Healthcare Starburst 70

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 8, 2011

Orange Zest Cookies with Icing at Annie's Home. Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies at Budget Saving Mom. Peanut Butter Hot Cocoa Oatmeal Cookies at Budget Saving Mom. What is your favorite holiday cookie to bake? Mocha Chocolate Chip Cookies at Pint Sized Baker. Oatmeal Toffee Cookies at Morsels of Life.

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Cookies Baking Giving Holiday 171

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2012

And there’s no better time than the holidays to pass on this important lesson. But when the holidays roll around, a couple of things happen. So maybe this year it’s time to rethink your strategy and make the holidays a learning experience for both you and your kids. So, what do you teach your kids?

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Giving Holiday Kids Kids and Family 203

Shereen Travels Cheap

MARCH 2, 2024

Maybe, but that’s really only if you’re an American and can turn any holiday - traditional or obscure - into a reason to get drunk and cause a ruckus. Patrick’s Day is a religious holiday to commemorate the day that St. Patrick’s Day is a religious holiday to commemorate the day that St. In fact, in Ireland St.

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Beers Museum Photos Travel 186

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2023

My husband and I discussed some ideas over our holiday break. In 2022, I wanted to do a major purge of our home , and that lasted until about January 15 of 2022 when I reorganized our kitchen cabinets. Sidebar: Restaurants are also a budget buster for us, and I will be extra diligent in this category as well.

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Financial Goals Goals College Debt 130

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

This should cover my tentative 2019 Christmas budget that I based on what we spent in 2018. I’m challenging myself to find the cash outside of our budget. Also, in February, I received a check of $45 from a family member who was reimbursing us from a group gift that we took care of over the holidays. My monthly goal is $100.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

8 Action Steps for a Frugal February: 1 – Write a budget/spending plan for February. I’m a big fan of Zero Based Budgeting. If you’re new to writing a budget, read: How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!). For a list of budget categories, read: How to Start a Budget. Go sledding.

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February Frugal Financial Goals Budgeting 100

Saving Cents With Sense

DECEMBER 15, 2011

Right now, you can get a 1 year subscription to Budget Travel for only $3.50/yr Budget Travel brings you travel options that most people never know. It can make the difference between staying at home or taking a dream vacation. Magazine subscriptions make nice holiday gifts that last all year. Don’t want this magazine?

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Budgeting Budget Travel Magazines 60

For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

Tips for Celebrating Valentine’s Day on a Budget. In fact, it’s quite easy to celebrate Valentine’s Day while being on a budget. Now, there are a couple things you should take into account when it comes to celebrating Valentine’s Day on a budget. Valentine’s Day Candy on a Budget.

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Budgeting Budget Chocolate Homemade 40

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 25, 2019

This should cover my tentative 2019 Christmas budget that I based on what we spent in 2018. I’m challenging myself to find the cash outside of our budget. Also, in February, I received a check of $45 from a family member who was reimbursing us from a group gift that we took care of over the holidays. My monthly goal is $100.

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2019 Club July Christmas 113

Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 28, 2012

With the big holidays coming up soon, the first thing I think about is getting the house in order. I really enjoy the holidays and I want the house to have a special look for them, but I don’t want to blow my holiday budget on getting the look I want. Not just cleaning, that’s a given, but decorating.

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Budgeting Budget Home Furnishings Furnishings 51

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

LOVE these Holiday Burlap Pillow Covers ! this is an inexpensive way to add some holiday cheer to your home. Find more fabulous Holiday Deals happening now and snag all of this year’s hottest toys, games, technology and more without breaking your budget. Deals Around Town Holiday 2013 Mom' plus $3.25

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Holiday Cheer Frugal Lives Frugal Living 45

For the Mommas

OCTOBER 21, 2011

1 Year Subscription to Budget Travel Magazine for only $2.99 (for up to 3 years) with coupon code: FORTHEMOMMAS. About Budget Travel: Unlike any other publication, Arthur Frommer’s Budget Travel brings you travel options that most people never know. Just in time for the holidays! No related posts.

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Budgeting Budget Travel Magazines 60

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Before we get to the list, if you haven’t started planning for Christmas, I offer this FREE Christmas Gift & Spending Budget Excel Worksheet to my email subscribers. Back in 2013, I had a year-long series, Christmas Savings Club , to encourage everyone to set aside money each month for the holidays. Sell your crafts.

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Christmas Finds Friends And Family Sale Donation 130

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 24, 2013

As the holiday season approaches, shoppers everywhere are making their gift lists and searching for the retailers offering the season’s best deals. Black Friday, especially, has become a tradition in many homes and the perfect opportunity to make the most out of your holiday budget. This has been a sponsored post.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

DECEMBER 20, 2023

We spent a little less than 2 hours walking through and then browsing their gift shop and then we went to get lunch and drove the 3 hours home. It's a tiki pop-up restaurant that happens across the country where you can indulge in holiday-themed tiki drinks and even meet Santa. I also went home with the most perfect Santa tiki mug.

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December Birthday Portland Food and Drink 239

For the Mommas

DECEMBER 17, 2011

You can pick up this Taste of Home Magazine Subscription -. 1 Year Subscription to Taste of Home Magazine for only $3.99 (for up to 4 years) with coupon code: FORTHEMOMMAS. About Taste of Home: Taste of Home is America’s No. About Taste of Home: Taste of Home is America’s No. As requested!

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Magazines Home Journal Budgeting 78

For the Mommas

DECEMBER 6, 2011

1 Year Subscription to Budget Travel Magazine for only $3.99 (for up to 3 years) with coupon code: FORTHEMOMMAS. About Budget Travel: Unlike any other publication, Arthur Frommer’s Budget Travel brings you travel options that most people never know. This deal will be valid through tonight, Dec. 6th at midnight (EST).

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Budgeting Budget Travel Magazines 58

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 2, 2015

We include teacher gifts into our Christmas budget every year, but I also want my children to be part of the gift giving process, whether they craft a card, make an ornament, or write a poem. What We Do: Like I mentioned above, I budget for teacher gifts. How do you thank your teacher during the holidays? School Supplies.

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Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 16, 2012

Last week I told you how you could use Bluebird for the holidays to keep you on track with your spending! I have had my eye on this flower basket charm that costs $95 – not a budget breaker but still not a part of my monthly budget! I love my Pandora charm bracelet but sometimes the charms can be expensive!

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Budgeting Budget Bank Banking 59

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 28, 2014

Check out these awesome Home Depot Black Friday deals on $5 Fresh-Cut Garland or Wreaths and $.99 These would be a wonderful addition to your Holiday decorations and today is the perfect day to set up the tree and decorate the house. There are some other great deals at Home Depot as well. Head on over to Home Depot today! .

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Home Depot Home Fridays Home Appliances 45

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 8, 2013

Tack on some TiVO, movies on demand, in-home rentals, or video games through your TV provider, and you’re gonna have to start deciding whether you’d rather eat dinner or watch TV. Hang onto your hard-earned cash and make better use of it elsewhere in your budget. Bundled deals with internet have also become nosebleed-expensive.

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Entertainment Home Television Televisions 187

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 24, 2013

Shop Your Way members can get this Essential Home 30-Piece Food Storage Set for $3.99 right now from Kmart. Essential Home Storage Set Features : Easy view 30-piece clear view food storage set. You can select in-store pick up to avoid shipping charges. Easy view clear containers. Seal tight lids. Six frequently used sizes.

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Storage Home Food Frugal Lives 58

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 25, 2019

This should cover my tentative 2019 Christmas budget that I based on what we spent in 2018. I’m challenging myself to find the cash outside of our budget. Also, in February, I received a check of $45 from a family member who was reimbursing us from a group gift that we took care of over the holidays. My monthly goal is $100.

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2019 Club Christmas May 100