Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: Kylie Ofiu is the author of 365 Ways to Make Money. She blogs about ways to make and save money as well as what she is up to at her blog www.kylieofiu.com. Hopefully these 10 tips will help you think a little about what you can do to save money and live more environmentally friendly.

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Saving Money Money Reuse Home and Garden 220

The Coupon Game

MAY 24, 2011

Menu Planning service. If you've tried e-Mealz (a budget conscious menu planning service), but are looking for something a little differnt, then try Relish! Not only do home cooked meals save money, they encourage healthy habits and allow you more time to spend with your family and less time in the takeout line.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family 49

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

We look forward all year to our summer vacation, so the last thing that we want to do is stress about the money spent while on our trip. A little up front planning will help you save money while on your trip, so that you can have the relaxed vacation that you''ve been waiting for. Create A Budget.

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 153

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 1, 2011

We save and eagerly wait all year for our vacation and the last thing that we want to do is stress about the money spent while on our trip. It might seem so obvious, but a little planning will help you save money while on your trip, so that you can have the relaxed vacation that you hoped for. Plan for your travel.

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 178

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 8, 2022

As the home manager, my mission is to serve my family quality and tasty food on our limited budget. I am very familiar with the store, its pricing strategy, its setup, and how to save and stretch my grocery budget dollars. Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores. I refer to the page as I’m writing my weekly menu plan.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2011

Whether you are a coupon queen, king or clutz, there are many other ways to save money on groceries and coupons are not involved. Menu Plan As I have written before, groceries are the one category that I feel like I have the most control over when it comes to spending. When I don't plan, I am sure to blow the budget.

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Economical Saving Money Kitchen Money 164

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 6, 2011

Your grocery budget might be a good place to start. There are tons of ways to reduce your spending in your kitchen. Here at Family Balance Sheet, we are always trying to find ways to trim the grocery bill without sacrificing quality and nutrition.

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Bills Groceries Grocery Menu Planning 138

Couponing 101

MAY 10, 2012

You can download free weekly and monthly printable menu planners ! Menu planning is a great way to save money and stay on budget. Thanks, Money Saving Mom ! Free Printable Menu Planners is a post from Couponing 101. Find more great free printables here.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Budgeting Budget 100

Couponing 101

JANUARY 31, 2012

5 Dinners – Erin shared her Word for 2012: Simplify , How to Save Money on Exercise Equipment , and 5 Ways to Reduce Sugar in Your Kitchen ! Couponing 101 – I shared My Menu-Planning Goals , How to Save Money on a Whole Foods Diet , and My Goals for Being Intentional in 2012.

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New Year's Budgeting Budget Groceries 64

Couponing 101

JANUARY 17, 2012

In order to keep from going bankrupt from shopping at Whole Foods, I’ve really had to become creative with saving money on groceries! Now that I’ve learned a few ways to make this healthy lifestyle work, I’ve made a goal to eat whole, unprocessed foods in 2012 while sticking to a modest grocery budget.

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Whole Foods Saving Money Money Food 94

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

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. 3 Reasons Why You Should Plan Your Meals: 1. Meal Planning Saves Time.

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Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2011

My humble coupon case: If you are new to couponing or even the subject of saving money on groceries, watching TV shows, like Extreme Couponing on TLC, can be overwhelming or intimidating. There are many ways to save money on groceries and coupons are part of it, but it doesn't have to be obsessive and it doesn't have to be extreme.

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Land o lakes TV shows Saving Money Menu Planning 166

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

The next time you make your menu plan and grocery list, instead of glancing through the sales circulars for ideas, challenge yourself to see what's lurking in your freezer and pantry. Some meal ideas that I have planned: A frittata with left-over baked ham and red pepper. chicken corn soup with the shredded chicken and stock.

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Freezers Economical Kitchen Shopping 153

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

MARCH 27, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. HOW TO SHOP WITHOUT COUPONS and still save money!! "I note of it) Be sure to rotate food items to save on money so you dont. Marnies Coupon-a-ram-a. Starting Out. Coupons.com. Other Coupon Sites. Insert Preview. Policies/Sites. Coupon Databases.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Reduce your carbon footprint – and save money at the same time. Involve the whole family in menu planning and meal preparation. 10 Ways to Shop Green and Budget Friendly During Boxing Day Sales. Being Environmentally Friendly Saves Money. Keep take-out as an occasional treat.

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At Home Home Home and Garden Friends And Family Sale 197

Marnies Coupon-a-rama

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Saving money by smart shopping and using frugal ideas. Do a Budget Check Up. It never hurts to do a budget check up. Can you save on insurance costs? Marnies Coupon-a-ram-a. Starting Out. Coupons.com. Other Coupon Sites. Insert Preview. Policies/Sites. Coupon Databases. Unadvertise Deals. Contact Me. We just did.

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Budgeting Budget October December 45

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Now it’s time to FIND THE MONEY! 30 Ways to Find Money for your Emergency Fund. Look for money within your budget and find creative ways to earn extra money. How much can you save just by cutting out non-essential spending? The easiest way to reduce your grocery spending is to plan your meals.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Couponing 101

MARCH 16, 2019

This includes your budgets, shopping trip receipts, coupons, Extra Care Bucks, Register Rewards, items in your pantry, items in your freezer and fridge, etc. Create a budget and actually use it. Having a budget is the first step to being organized in your endeavor to save money. Always have a plan.

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Frugal Successes Frugal Organic Organization 81

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 27, 2015

I knew I was going to be a stay at home mom when we had kids and since we were both teachers, we simply could not afford for me to stay home, unless we got rid of something big in our budget. Extra money from budgeting wisely and spending less (specific tips below). Budget – Obvious, I know. I rarely use coupons.

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