Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

You can use pre-printed grocery lists to keep inventory and add extra items on the side. Consistently using things you already have not only saves money but also prevents food waste. Pro tip : Statistically, over 40% of families order take-out because they’re tired and don’t feel like cooking. Have a plan. Batch cook.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

Everyone chips in though, but my mom and two aunts cook the bulk of the food. Saturday: I am roasting a turkey for my family, mostly for the leftovers, but also so the 4 of us can sit down as a family for a big meal. Life is so hectic for us during the school week, and dinner is sadly, on the go. Wednesday: Spaghetti night.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 13, 2016

Your saving money by buying the larger packs, but the second option also saves so much time, because you are eliminating a step when it’s time to make dinner. I use the pre-cooked meat in soups, chili, sloppy joes, tacos, burrito bowls, nachos, and more. Think about how you will use the meat that you are cooking.

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Couponing 101

AUGUST 4, 2019

They know if you see these tasty treats when you’re hungry, you’ll have to fight hard to resist the urge to buy them. Using disposable containers may seem convenient, but it isn’t good for the environment or your budget. Make Meals in Bulk and Freeze Individual Portions. Many stores rely on this.

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Meals Snacks Budget Budgeting 55

Couponing 101

JANUARY 21, 2019

Buying in-season fresh produce is my first choice since it tends to be less expensive than out of season. If you’re looking to add a little kick to their lives, this is an awesome recipe that introduces bold spices that will liven up their palates. And if you buy in bulk, you can save a ton! Spinach with white yams.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

These are strategies I use weekly to help keep my grocery bill in line with our budget. As my kids have grown into teenagers who eat as much as adults, I spend about $800-1000/month–this includes anything I buy at the grocery store, so it includes paper and cleaning products. Seriously, my kids claim hunger ALL.DAY.LONG.

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Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

If you’re passionate about home improvement, Lowe’s might be one of your favorite places to spend a Saturday afternoon. You don’t have to be a contractor to receive these discounts, and they can help you save quite a bit by buying in bulk. Let us know in the comments section below! Shop Sales.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 31, 2019

Whether you’re putting together simple goody bags for a classroom or an ultimate Easter basket for your child, you can get everything you need at Dollar Tree. You can also buy bulk packs of Easter-themed cellophane gift bags to put your goodies in ($1/25ct.) Yes, Dollar Tree! bunny erasers ($1/8ct.)

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2014

Recently we just relocated to Tucson, Arizona, and we’re finding that in some ways we need to start all over learning to be frugal in a new town. If, like us, you’re planning on relocating or just have, consider these tips to learn how to live frugally in your new location. Have my husband dye my hair.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 6, 2023

That amount will be slightly different depending on the products you use. This recipe only uses 8 ounces of dry pasta, but we bulk it up with veggies, tuna, and a killer sauce. Ingredients You’ll Need Using staples most of us already have, tuna pasta salad is one of my favorite pantry recipes. Cottage cheese.

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Recipes Food and Wine Cooking Re-use 52

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 17, 2015

I have a meal planning system in place and Giant Food Stores is usually where I buy the bulk of my groceries. If you’re new to Giant Food Stores or a current customer, pick up Savory magazine and follow these 10 tips to save money on your grocery bill. Look for the red Bonus Buy Savings through out the store.

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

After my “tidying up” adventures , I was inspired to find other ways of using everyday items to organize my life, otherwise known as my upcycled storage solutions! I like the idea of transforming items that I usually throw away into something useful. A nice way to keep those bulk foods you buy (to save money of course!)

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 22, 2019

It will encourage you to limit the times you eat out and help you save the food you’re already making instead of throwing it away. Here are some of my favorite ways to use these containers: Homemade baby food. You can use these for your older kids, too! Snacks for the kids. Portion control.

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Couponing 101

AUGUST 12, 2019

Buy in Bulk. Purchasing products in bulk can help you save up to 50%. If you’re passionate about coupons, Michael’s can give you your fix. You can only use one like coupon per day, but as long as each coupon is different, you should be fine! Watch for Coupons, Sales, and Clearances.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

Not many – but by planning ahead now you might find ways to lessen the expenses you will face next month and use the annual experience as a teachable moment in your child’s personal finance education. using what they already have. In our neighborhood folks buy really nice name brand clothing for their kids.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 21, 2019

Buying in-season fresh produce is my first choice since it tends to be less expensive than out of season. If you’re looking to add a little kick to their lives, this is an awesome recipe that introduces bold spices that will liven up their palates. And if you buy in bulk, you can save a ton! Spinach with white yams.

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Homemade Money Recipes Baby 56

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

If you need to find some wiggle room in your budget, or combat the rising grocery prices, or maybe make room for your family’s growing appetites, take a look at the following list and see what changes you can make to reduce what you’re spending on groceries…and still eat really well! Freeze garden and in season produce.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 17, 2012

It can be expensive though to buy organic produce, grass-fed meats, and high-quality dairy products. Buy in Bulk – Buying in bulk can be tricky, but if you have a solid plan in place for how to use the food, it can save you quite a bit of money! We eat less, feel better, and have rarely been sick.

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The Frugal Girl

AUGUST 23, 2023

Who buys this many products for a guest bathroom? Who uses so much stuff that they have to do restocks like this all the time? Who actually uses so many repeats of items, especially things like deodorant? I also understand that some food containers are not meant for use over time. Here’s a coffee-centric one.

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Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 26, 2013

If you’re heading out Black Friday shopping, here’s some tips to help you out! The ads for the stores you’re going to. Make a list (or use envelopes). What you’re planning to buy there. If you’re shopping IN the store, get an early start! Bring these items: A phone, fully charged.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

Today we’re meeting a reader who is an artist, a homeschooler, a boy-mom, and a renter by choice. Tell us a little about yourself I’m Karen A. I mentioned it to my fiance and he asked me to please cut his hair for him, using the article as a guide! I have a rule now that if I want to buy a book, I need to donate one.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

FEBRUARY 24, 2010

If I could take back all those years of using harsh alcohol-based toners, I would. A friend of mine recommended rosewater to me, and I haven’t used anything since. Added bonus: buy it in bulk and use it as an after-shower body splash. – re-hydrates, refreshes, deodorizes…. What was I thinking?

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 19, 2015

They’re also only about half full, so there’s plenty of room for other ingredients. The fun thing about this dessert is that you can adapt it to suit your tastes, which is why I love using the Go-Paks! each at Walmart, so I can buy everyone’s favorite flavors without spending a fortune! were a perfect vessel !

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

Using only cash while on vacation will force you to question each purchase, especially when it comes to spending money on unnecessary souvenirs--you won''t want to waste your cash. We''ll take our own reusable bottles and buy gallon jugs of spring water. It is so much cheaper to buy at home than on vacation. Tourism Centers.

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 153

Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

If you’re looking for some fun and unique classroom valentine ideas for your kids that aren’t candy, here’s a list of some of the best ones we’ve found. Clementine Valentine via The Cards We Drew With the printable “You’re a cutie” printable, this is just an adorable way to give a healthy valentine!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 29, 2011

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. Have you ever done backyard farming to raise money? Were you successful?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2014

However, there are many convenience foods that we buy today that are unnecessary. Many of these items are just as easy to make at home and will save us money. For years, I thought the only way to get broth for recipes was to buy it at the store. I’ll never use store bought broth again. Chicken or Beef Broth.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Today we’re meeting a reader who’s been here since 2009 (!!) Tell us a little about yourself. I don’t use it much, but I have run background checks for divorced friends who are dating again through online apps. and she’s had a bunch of interesting jobs, including being a private investigator on the side.

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Daughter Green And Frugal Money Grandmother 130

Saving Everyday

JUNE 1, 2023

Quickly scan the pantry, refrigerator, and freezer for things that you need to use before they go bad. Buy packaged products with a plan. It can be difficult for one person to use a whole package of something perishable like coleslaw mix. Knowing how you plan to use that product in advance will save time and prevent waste.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 10, 2015

My pumpkin black bean brownies are so rich and fudgy that your guests will never know they’re healthy! Speaking of pumpkin, Healthy Living Made Simple Magazine has some awesome tips for using pumpkin in this month’s issue! One of them suggested using leftover pumpkin pie in smoothies – genius! and its advertiser.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 9, 2013

For Easter, we were able to cut the cost of our dinner by doing some things that we will repeat for Christmas: Bulk Shop. I am normally not a fan of bulk shopping at places like Costco. Being that there are only two of us in our household, we never use up bulk groceries before they go bad, making it a wasteful endeavour.

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Couponing 101

MAY 22, 2019

However, if you have a larger family or drink a lot of water, you may need a countertop or under-sink model to handle the volume you’ll use. Rather than needing to spend money on bottled water and then lug it to your house, you’ll have a source of drinking water ready whenever you’re thirsty.

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Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Try to include recipes with similar ingredients to use up everything you buy. For example, if you need spinach for one recipe, look for another that uses spinach so you can use it up. Before going to the store, check what you already have in your pantry and fridge to avoid buying things you don’t need.

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Cooking Budgeting Budget Leftovers 52

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

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Saving With Shellie

JULY 9, 2014

Switch to CFL bulbs - CFLs use up to 75% less energy (and last up to 10 times longer!) Use a power strip - Even when your electronics are off, they are still energy-suckers if they’re plugged in. Use a power strip - Even when your electronics are off, they are still energy-suckers if they’re plugged in.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 26, 2015

Purchase Information: Mohu antennas can be purchased in Best Buy, Walmart, or on gomohu.com. Mohu offers a full line of high-quality, easy-to-use and cost effective HDTV antenna products. Product Price: $71 – $135 Use code “HOP-ValuePal” at checkout to get an additional 35% off all House of paws items.

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Saving Everyday

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

AND ALSO USE. Buy (6) Crescent Rolls. Use (2) $2/3 Publix Coupons. Use (3) $1/2 Crescent Rolls. AND ALSO USE. wyb Apples ( Bag, Bulk, or Sliced) Publix Grocery Advantage (exp 10/4/13). wyb Apples ( Bag, Bulk, or Sliced) Publix Grocery Advantage (exp 10/4/13). AND ALSO USE. AND ALSO USE.

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