Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 3, 2014

I’m trying to find that balance of staying within a set budget while still eating well. But we have some serious financial goals to hit and the grocery budget is an easy target when it comes to cutting the budget. Dining out is a separate line item in our budget. Lunches Included: leftovers. So refreshing.

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March Groceries Grocery Homemade 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 26, 2012

Use Homemade All Purpose Cleaners – Really all you need to clean nearly every part of your house is some white vinegar and some baking soda. One suggested formula for an all purpose cleaner includes ½ a cup of vinegar with ¼ of a cup of baking soda, mixed together in a ½ gallon of water and store in a container. Everything!

Cleaning 199

Cleaning Green Homemade Paper Towels 199

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

If your budget doesn’t allow for that lifestyle, however, then this alternative is sure to please your wallet and your family. Drinks: Everyone loves to drink soda, chocolate milk, juices, flavored waters, etc., Don’t let a small grocery budget make you think you can’t feed your family well! Here’s what it looks like for us.

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Grocery Spending Groceries Grocery Food and Drink 246

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 26, 2012

Don’t Order Alcohol or Soda This is actually one of the easiest ways to save a few dollars when you eat out. Soda and tea will often cost a $1 or $2 and alcoholic drinks are often very expensive at restaurants. Take Some Home If it is appropriate, you can save some money by taking home the leftovers.

Dining 203

Dining Saving Money Money Eating Out 203

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2011

When I don't plan, I am sure to blow the budget. Institute a 'Raid the Fridge' Night One night a week, raid the fridge to get rid of leftovers. Set the leftovers up buffet style. Everyone's plate might look different, but you'll at least use up the leftovers and reduce the waste. That is a lot of money, so I plan a menu.

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Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2011

Using just bi-carb soda and vinegar there are a range of things you can do from cleaning the bathroom right through to the oven. So instead of menu planning, buying what we need and eating it, we are buying what we feel like, cooking too much and throwing away the rest instead of eating the leftovers. 2.) USA, UK, Australia etc.)

Saving Money 220

Saving Money Money Reuse Home and Garden 220

For the Mommas

JULY 24, 2016

And as an added bonus, leftovers make a great lunch the next day. High calorie sodas, coffee, alcohol and juices tend to cost a lot, and the cost adds up over time. The average person spends over $2,000 a year on eating out. Save money by preparing your own meals. Brown bag it to work. Instead of eating out, pack your lunch.

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Frugal Lives Frugal Living Frugal Magazine and Newspaper Subscriptions 49