Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Many people would rather just buy the boxes, paper, and bubble wrap at a discounted price on Craigslist and get everything they need at once. – Thrifty Ways to Wrap Christmas Less Obvious Things That You Need To Buy Before Moving Out How To Pack A Waste-Free Lunch. Another Alternative. Relocating? Go Frugal Go Green'

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 18, 2016

But you don’t have to break the bank to find some pieces that make you look your best. If you shop at the department store, make sure you’re cruising for end of season deals. Before heading to the store, make sure you have a budget in mind. Buy Classic Quality. Buy Classic Quality. All rights reserved.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 3, 2014

Are you a ‘buy it new’ snob – one of those people who shudder at the thought of using someone else’s cast off stuff? After 10 years of not having enough money to buy new things, I found my dream job and started getting high pay. I paid hundreds for a slightly better model at Best Buy years ago.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 19, 2014

It’s easy to make, read my post, How to Make Simple Syrup. Do you buy it or make it at home? This post is linked to Thrifty Thursday. As I said, I love my iced tea with herbal simple syrup. I also use the syrup in adult beverages. Do you drink iced tea? Recipes - Beverages'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 28, 2014

Pair that with Thanksgiving right before it and it makes me squirm just thinking about it. It’s cold out, so we idle our cars for longer periods of time to get them warmed up and then idle while we wait for somebody else to make us food so we don’t have to get out of the car. Food Waste Doesn’t Have to Be Inevitable.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 29, 2015

Frustration makes you question your WHY. And they’ve watched us make different decisions and choices than we have in the past. They’ve seen us make mistakes and they participate with our giving. Yet they’re still the typical kids who want to buy a toy every time we walk into Target. ” ARGH!

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Motherhood Moments

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

If you’re looking to settle down, it’s a good idea to make sure you have a decent credit score, as over 47% of people would not marry someone with bad credit. Why are men more likely to think that buying a Valentine’s Day gift is worth going into credit card debt?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

You can make it fun for you kids by running a household scavenger hunt in which you reward you children for finding household items to donate, such as clothes, toys, books, old appliances, and canned goods. Maintaining a healthy diet and an active lifestyle are integral to keeping our bodies and minds fit. And vice versa!)

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Motherhood Moments

MARCH 17, 2023

By making a cellular switch, families will save hundreds of dollars a year (the average customer saves $600/year!) eSIMs make the perfect gift - especially for last minute - as they can be delivered instantly, directly to a friend or family member's phone. With plans as low as $5/month - Red Pocket makes Spring gift-giving affordable!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

If you’re thrifty and willing to compromise, there’s no need to blow the budget when your new arrival joins the family. A lot of the things that you’ll be buying will only be in use for a matter of months so it makes little sense to buy everything brand new if you’re on a budget. How vital is the item?

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Motherhood Moments

MARCH 4, 2023

The first line of defense against debt is to make a budget and keep to it. Knowing where your money is going is the first step toward making wiser spending decisions. Start by evaluating your needs versus your wants, and make sure your spending aligns with your goals and values. Make smart choices with credit.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

Saving $100 is the same as making $100! How to Make your own Laundry Detergent by I Am That Lady. Tips on Buying and Selling On Facebook Marketplace by Chaos is Bliss. 5 Tech Tools to Help Make Saving Money Easier by Two Kids & A Coupon. by Thrifty Jinxy. by Thrifty Jinxy. by Military Wives Saving.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

If you are working at becoming a millionaire, perhaps you dream about the mansion you will buy and the servants you will have, the vacations you will take and the interests you will pursue. but rather for the satisfaction of making a positive contribution with my time and effort. Being thrifty stays an ingrained habit.

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Saving In Akron

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

Buy 2 Right Guard Antiperspirant/Deodorant OR body wash @ $2.99 Buy 2 Right Guard Antiperspirant/Deodorant OR body wash @ $2.99 Making this $1.96 Thanks A Thrifty Mom ! So, watch out for this great deal too: Buy (4) B1G1 Right Guard Total Defense Body Wash – 2/$4.49. Total before coupons $5.98.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 24, 2013

Things aren’t slowing down at all but with feeling at full strength I should be able to make it through the week. Make sure to check out Free From Broke’s list of best careers for the future before making any decisions. Thrifty ways to save on travel. Thrifty ways to save on travel. PET Archives.

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Fridays Life Insurance Insurance Consumerism 165

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 18, 2015

Once Upon a Company A True Story by Wendy Anderson Halperin tells the story of kids, parents and other relatives making and selling Christmas wreaths (and assorted other things in different seasons) to earn money for the kids college fund. The only fly in the ointment is the cost of ingredients for the cookies and treats I usually make!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

Calling all homeowners: Make sure to read iHeartBudgets’ post about how a simple home maintenance exercise saved $300,000. Looking to buy a home? Live Well on Less has a great post about when you should buy a house. Do you dream of making the leap to self-employment? Wishing you a great and restful weekend.

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Debt Fridays Finance Re-use 171

Saving Everyday

JANUARY 1, 2015

Saving $100 is the same as making $100! How to Make your own Laundry Detergent by I Am That Lady. Tips on Buying and Selling On Facebook Marketplace by Chaos is Bliss. 5 Tech Tools to Help Make Saving Money Easier by Two Kids & A Coupon. by Thrifty Jinxy. by Thrifty Jinxy. by Military Wives Saving.

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 20, 2014

To make this freebee deal even sweeter, pair with a manufacturer coupon, and it could possibly be a $3.00 CVS Deal: Buy (1) Estroven 26-40 ct. Thanks, Simplee Thrifty. Details: There is an upcoming moneymaker deal at CVS, on Estroven. When you purchase Estroven 26-40 ct. for $10.00, you will receive a $10.00 Use (1) $5.00/1

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CVS Thrifty Deals Colgate 55

Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 15, 2019

I have to make sure I don’t offend anyone by having my treats be too scary so I should stay away from skeletons/death and anything bloody, and definitely clowns for sure. Monster Donuts via Thrifty Fun. Don’t buy the donuts, you can make those yourself too! Always food, really, but this time it’s treats. vampire teeth!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 9, 2011

Thankfully, there are easy ways for us consumers to change this number and make a difference. There are simple ways to cut down on waste, from buying concentrated household products to buying in bulk. Buy in bulk or in loose. If you really want to get creative, make some of your own bags out old shirts or shorts.

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 18, 2011

Here are this week’s best buys on Diapers courtesy of The Thrifty Couple. Make sure you check out the Thrifty Couple’s diaper chart for sizing and quantities of diapers. Pampers Value Packed Box: Buy 2 Pampers Value Packed Box for $29.99 Pampers Jumbo Pack: Buy 2 Pampers Jumbo Pack for $9.00 Target: $23.49

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 11, 2011

Here are this week’s best buys on Diapers courtesy of The Thrifty Couple. Make sure you check out the Thrifty Couple’s diaper chart for sizing and quantities of diapers. Walgreens Brand Diapers and Wipes: Buy 4 packs of Walgreens Brand Diapers jumbo packs for $6 each = $24.00. Walgreens: $5.00 Walmart: $13.57

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2011

They also have Fisher Price Jumbo Packs on sale Buy One Get One FREE. They are normally $10.99, so this sale makes them just $5.49 Thanks, The Thrifty Couple ! You can also use the $2/1 Huggies Diapers Coupon from the 8/14 Smart Source insert and pay just $3 per package! per jumbo pack!

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Babies R Us Diaper Sale Huggies Package 89

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 30, 2014

We don’t want to make our families miserable with bland meals, boring snacks, and not enough food in the house. By keeping our kitchens organized, menu planning will be much easier, we’ll reduce our food waste, and we’ll be less likely to buy duplicates. How did you do in January? Did you plan your meals regularly?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 9, 2012

While it is true that most e-books are cheaper than their printed counterparts, they can still be fairly expensive, especially if you find yourself buying more than one book a week, or you find yourself consistently purchasing new titles, which tend to be more expensive. Do you find yourself making impulses purchases?

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Saving Money Money Library Saving 188

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

Whether you’re being impulsive with a magazine in the checkout line at the superstore, or impulsively calling in to buy a $300 blender from a 3:00 AM infomercial, nothing good can come of financial impulsiveness. Thriftiness and frugality are commandments of the personal finance sphere. Consumerism. Wastefulness.

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Personal Finance Finance Consumerism Debt 222

For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

Fisher Price Diapers are on sale this making this a better deal. Buy (2) Overnight Jumbo packs $4.98. Buy (2) Regular Diaper Jumbo packs $7.98. Buy (2) Regular Diaper Big packs $16.98. Thanks, The Thrifty Couple. Here are some diaper deals you can try. for two or $3.74 for two or $5.99 for two or $12.74

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Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Tis’ the season for gifting, but you want to make sure you’re purchasing the right products. The reason why is because foods and pantry items that most people use to make DIY skincare can actually be quite damaging to the skin if you don't know what you're doing. I could also make my own shoes to save money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

The premiums, making sure it’s renewed, fluctuating rates, dodgy salesmen, the whole nine yards, my life is complicated enough without having to deal with it. Anti-lock braking systems , airbags, traction control, all these things make your car safer. I think it’s just plain evil! If you use all the safety gadgets. If you drive less.

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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. It sounds dreadful, but it is possible to reduce your grocery bill without making everyone in your family miserable. For ideas, read: 5 Make-Ahead Breakfast Ideas. Related Reading: Make meal planning a priority.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 21, 2015

Finally, we took the dive by making a budget and starting our debt snowball. Yes, we followed the recommendations outlined in Dave Ramsey’s resources, Total Money Make Over/ Financial Peace University. For the last two years, I told anyone who would listen about us trying to make our goal of being totally debt free.

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Debt Debt Free Las Vegas Finance 100

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 13, 2015

It is possible to eat out without blowing your budget, it just takes a bit of planning and a few thrifty tips. If you must have a soda, buy a 2 liter at the grocery store for $1 and drink it at home. These books run about $30, but are loaded with coupons, most of them are Buy 1 Get 1 FREE. I now order just water.

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Eating Out Saving Money Money Restaurant 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Read 11 Simple Menu Planning Tips to learn how to reduce your grocery bill without making everyone in your family miserable. If you find yourself hitting the drive thru on your way to work, start making your breakfast and brewing your coffee at home. For ideas, read: 5 Make Ahead Breakfast Ideas. 5 – Brown bag your lunch.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 3, 2012

Here is a list of foods that you don’t have to buy organic (some people refer to it as the clean 15 ) as they are not heavily sprayed with pesticides making them healthier options. As a rule of thumb, it’s not necessary to buy organic if the fruit or vegetable has a hard outer skin, such as watermelon or pineapple. TAKEAWAY .

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

Guest Author Bio: Monique loves to blog, and writes about thrifty living and product reviews on her site : Stretching the One Income Dollar. Using part of the money that is already earned is one way to not take up a second job and make higher education a viable option. Create a hand written budget and make several copies.

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College Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2011

Within the first year of this job I was able to buy my first house. Why buy it when we can borrow it?! I am so happy that people like Mr. SPF are making the choice to get healthier. Young & Thrifty asks us if we are living a rock star lifestyle. Young & Thrifty - H&R Block DIY Tax Giveaway.

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