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

For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 5, 2016

Valentine’s Day Candy on a Budget. That doesn’t mean you have to skip the holiday all together though. Still, if you’re on a budget a local chocolate shop may be out the question. Still, if you’re on a budget a local chocolate shop may be out the question. Let’s face it.

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Budgeting Budget Homemade Re-use 40

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

Our two daughters love the holiday too. Pink and hearts--it's the official holiday of 5-7 year old girls everywhere. Blueberry and Peach Crumb Pots with Homemade Whipped Cream. Homemade Brownies with Homemade Whipped Cream. No matter how you spend the holiday, Have a Happy (& Romantic) Valentine's Day!

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

They will appreciate the thoughtfulness and might also be looking to reduce the sheer amount of unnecessary stuff that comes into their homes during the holidays. Not everyone is and professional sessions don’t always fit into people’s budgets. Homemade Crafts. Host a Homemade Meal. Give a Photo Session.

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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 Unused Video Games.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 2, 2016

I browned both packs at once and added 3 cans of black beans, water, and my homemade taco seasoning. Tuesday: Using leftover turkey, I made Turkey Noodle Soup and served with a salad and homemade sugar-free applesauce. If you don’t have a Christmas spending list and BUDGET, download my FREE Christmas Budget Excel Spreadsheet NOW!

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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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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

Tuesday: Cheesy chicken, rice and broccoli casserole , homemade applesauce. I also made homemade chicken stock with the bones. I made my favorite Chicken & Waffles for dinner, and served with a spinach salad and homemade applesauce. How to Save this Week: Don’t miss the pre-holiday grocery deals.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 6, 2011

The following is a guest post by Raising A Family On A Budget. Make homemade jellies from your favorite varieties of wine! Stephanie Huston is the mom behind Raising A Family On A Budget. Simple Guide to Canning and Making Homemade Jelly – Part 1 is a post from Couponing 101. Photo Credit.

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

GiveColorfully #CollectiveBias Are you the crafty person at the holidays? Homemade decorations and gifts on a budget? The holidays are officially here and it’s time to start thinking about holiday crafting and shopping for your loved ones! Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 14, 2013

If there is one line item in everyone’s budget that can get out of control it is groceries. Groceries can get out of control fast, but all it takes for you to get your grocery spending in line with your budget is PLANNING. Homemade buttermilk substitute. Homemade Taco Seasoning. It takes planning! Reuse glass jars.

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Grocery Spending Groceries Grocery Finds 113

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

Wednesday: Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas with my homemade fajita seasoning. Friday: Homemade Ham & Bean Soup , homemade sugar-free applesauce This soup takes some time from start to finish, but I work from home on Fridays, so I had the time. Shopping online this holiday season? Financial Resources: 1. Try Ebates.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 21, 2011

Holiday baked goods can make an excellent gift – for someone on your list, or to take to the cookie exchange at work. However, unless you are careful, those baked goods can break the budget. Here are a few of my favorite, relatively cheap, holiday treats. They look great in your holiday cookie box. Cookies and Candy.

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Baking Cookies Bread Holiday 184

Couponing 101

DECEMBER 4, 2012

Gluten-Free Cooking (Special Holiday Season Series) by Krista Defeijter (reg. Holiday Recipes Slow Cooker Meals (Delicious Slow Cooker Recipes For Any Occasions From The Fantastic Slow Cooker Cookbook) by Suzanne Summer (reg. Homemade Christmas by Tawra J. Have fun during the holidays without spending a lot of money!

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Crock Pots and Slow Cookers Christmas Homemade Desserts 84

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

What We Ate this Week: Monday : Ham & Bean Soup , homemade sugar-free applesauce. If you don’t have a Christmas spending list and BUDGET, download my FREE Christmas Budget Excel Spreadsheet NOW! Shopping online this holiday season? If you think you’ll be shopping online this holiday season, it’s worth a look.

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Frugal Fridays Leftovers Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 10, 2013

My job as my household's kitchen manager is to ensure that my family is eating healthy and delicious food without blowing our budget. 35 Money-Saving Grocery Tips to Help You Reduce Your Grocery Budget. Homemade buttermilk substitute. Stock up and save with pre-holiday grocery sales. Produce Tips. Stop wasting food.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

Groceries is one budget category that can get out of control very quickly, and that’s before inflation. However, it can be an easy budget category to manage, but it takes some planning, skill, and organization. These are strategies I use weekly to help keep my grocery bill in line with our budget. According to the U.S.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Three new pairs of shoes seems excessive, but I will get a lot of wear out of them and the price was well within my budget. I don’t shop there too often, because it’s not a convenient location for me, but I always stock up on their holiday store brand sale. DSW might be my new favorite place to find shoes!

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Frugal Luxuries

JULY 6, 2011

My Gift and Craft Pantries are often bulging by the time winter arrives, which allows me to spend the bulk of my time during the holidays savoring the joy of organizing gift boxes and baskets, baking and putting the finishing touches on the gifts that I make. My most recent project is a delicious, simple, budget~friendly granola/trail mix.

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Homemade Gifts Bulk Painting 40

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Thanksgiving Day is probably my most favorite holiday. Nothing makes me salivate more than the thought of roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, and homemade bread piled on a plate with gravy poured on top. Ultimate Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes at Budget Savvy Diva. Let’s Talk Turkey. Bread & Rolls.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Thanksgiving Recipes 147

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

Heading out for Valentine’s Day dinner sounds lovely, but long lines, high prices, and the cost of a babysitter, can keep many of us in for the holiday. We include our daughters with dinner, because pink and hearts–it’s the official holiday of 6-8 year old girls everywhere. Homemade Chocolate Pudding.

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Menu Planning Menu Plans Recipes Home and Garden 113

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 25, 2011

If your holiday planning went smoothly last year then you might not feel any urgency to think about Christmas 2011, but if you overspent, shopped at the last minute and paid the price well into spring then you might want to rethink this year's strategy. Develop a Christmas gift budget for each person or expense on your list.

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Christmas Credit Cards January Budgeting 157

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Groceries is one budget category that can get out of control very quickly. However, groceries is also an easy budget category to control, but it takes some planning, skill, and organization. Personally, if I don’t make a shopping list and plan my meals, my grocery budget is toast. Institute a ‘Raid the Fridge’ Night.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2013

I got the bacon salt over the holidays and lurv it!! Not every recipe on the site will always be LIGHT, but it will be homemade, which is where I believe healthy eating starts. Bring to a boil, turn down to low, and cook for 4-5 hours or until the beans are tender. Remove the potato before serving.

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Recipes Budgeting Budget Cooking 66

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

DECEMBER 13, 2009

Anxiety about whether to give that one chick at the office a little something for the holidays because she might get you something—CHECK. There is a beauty must-have out there that will solve all of your holiday woes: Korres ’s “Never Too Many&# holiday gift set. So Happy Holidays to you , smart girl. Never fear!

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Beauty Holiday Gifts Homemade Cookies 49

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 8, 2016

Every week I share what we ate for the week on our budget. Our current monthly grocery budget for my family of 4 is $500. Friday, 4/8: I bought a ham before the Easter holiday, so I’m baking it for tonight’s dinner and it should provide enough chopped ham leftovers for many future meals.

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Couponing 101

DECEMBER 8, 2012

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. And this year, our budget was lower than ever. I find that even though my son’s birthday is so close to the holidays, it actually works out quite well, financially.

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Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

If you want to go the extra mile, try making some homemade cinnamon buns to go with your cinnamon bun shower gel ! 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 Teen'

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Philosophy Inexpensive Frugal Lives Frugal Living 45

Couponing 101

JULY 25, 2013

“A guide to planning the winter holidays, A Simpler Season provides creative ideas, time-saving tips, and budget-minded inspiration for making the most of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. Everything you can think of for a great holiday experience is included in this book.”. Looking for more discount eBooks?

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Thanksgiving New Year's Holiday Free 58

Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 5, 2013

Holidays Made Easy With Dramamine and Giveaway (Ends January 7). Green Mountain K-Cup Ambassador Holiday K-Cups and Countertop Storage Drawer (Ends January 7). Posh on a Budget - Google Nexus 7 Black Wi-Fi 32GB Tablet Giveaway (Ends January 6). Hoosier Homemade - The Good Life for Less Giveaway (Ends January 11).

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Giveaway Thai Kitchen January Wii 59

Couponing 101

DECEMBER 18, 2014

Are you in a panic, wondering what to do about those left on your holiday shopping list? If you’re also on a tight budget and stressing out about how many people you still have to shop for, you’ve come to the right place! DIY gifts so you can calm down and enjoy the rest of the holiday season.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

Make it a game and be creative when looking for money within your budget and finding new ways to earn extra money. Groceries is the easiest budget category to overspend. It was an escape from the office, but it was eating up my budget…see what I did there! 25 Ways to Find Money for your Emergency Fund. What is your craft?

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Set a Budget Spending adds up quickly on any vacation, and overspending can add unwanted stress when all you should be doing is relaxing! Some people prefer having an overall budget, while others prefer setting a daily budget. Some people prefer having an overall budget, while others prefer setting a daily budget.

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Saving Cents With Sense

DECEMBER 20, 2013

The holiday season has a number of hidden costs, which really aren’t hidden as much as they are… ignored. Let’s look at where you could save a little money this holiday season: Christmas Lights. per gallon during the holidays. Offer to deliver meals to shut-ins or serve a holiday meal at a homeless shelter.

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Christmas DIY Debt Pay Off Debt 75

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 2, 2012

Or you could make homemade ‘edibles’ – a favourite cake or luxury biscuits for a special treat. As you can see, your Christmas holidays don’t need to suffer at the expense of being green. But if you’re buying for someone who already has everything they need, why not give a gift of thoughtfulness? Plus, green. This is.

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Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 18, 2012

I love split pea soup and homemade split pea soup is the best! for 8 full servings – this is a budget meal that tastes great! Related Stories Think BJ’s For Fun Holiday Gifts and Giveaway Top 10 Giveaways, 12/15/12 Dress Up Your Pet for the Holidays with PetSmart and Giveaway. Hurst Beans are just $2.99

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Leftovers Giveaway Thanksgiving Petsmart 101

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

Groceries is a big budget category that you have the most control over. When I don’t plan, I am sure to blow our budget. I also buy apples in bulk from a local orchard and make Homemade Sugar-Free Applesauce to eat year round. During the holidays a few years ago, Wegman’s offered 5 lb sacks of flour on sale for.99

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