Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 20, 2013

Let’s be honest: there are very few people on this planet that actually enjoy being stuck in a mall, rushing around for gifts that mean very little, but cost quite a lot. That is not what the holidays are about. Most people love the holidays because they tend to bring people together. The One-Gift Rule. Go Frugal'

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Giving Christmas Gifts Food and Wine 199

Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Just one day to go until the most romantic holiday of the year – Valentine’s Day! If you’re still looking for affordable, last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts to make your loved ones feel extra special, check out these great CVS weekly ad deals.

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Coupons Do Work

JANUARY 28, 2016

(also good idea for buying gifts for your child’s teachers or coaches…or birthday/holiday gifts, a good save on the $$). One you have a gift card, you ‘pre-pay’ for your drink and save money this way. After the balance is out, load more money into it, by using the Starbucks app.

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Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 24, 2018

Whether you’re hosting out of town guests this holiday season or just need to get yourself up and at’em in the mornings, you could always use savings on everyday breakfast items. I’ve clipped some awesome printable coupons on top grocery brands for you to peruse and print for yourselves here !

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

We do put up decorations (ones I buy at garage sales or thrift stores and reuse each year). Buy one then sell, donate or exchange it. Around here, some communities have taken to doing a one day costume exchange. Don’t buy, make. Re-purpose the used costume. Tip # 3 Use up your pumpkins.

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Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 7, 2019

And with fun holidays come fun activities! Go to a pumpkin patch or buy one at your local grocery store. They’re made with a balloon and filling (can be rice, beans, etc). Smashed Peas and Carrots uses some crazy cute painted Halloween Rocks to play this traditional game. Pumpkin Painting or Pumpkin Carving.

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Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 3, 2014

It’s going to get dark earlier very soon and the holidays bring more crime. Here are 5 tips on how to avoid becoming the victim of a crime: 1. Buy one of these Key Safes from Master Lock ! Keep lights on. Get timers for your lights if you’re away and it will always look like someone is home!

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