Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 11, 2012

The holidays are already upon us despite the fact that it seems like just yesterday that we were barbecuing in the backyard and lighting off fireworks. Alcohol can be pretty pricy, so consider hitting up Costco for the key ingredients to just a couple of favorite holiday drinks like hot buttered rum, hot toddies, or Irish coffee.

Budgeting 256

Budgeting Budget Holiday Food and Drink 256

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

After I decided to go back to college to learn how to program, I opened a licensed day care home in my residence. I believe my son and his wife pay over $200 a week for before and after school care (as well as school holiday full day care) for their two elementary age children. I charged $40 a week in the 1980’s per child.

Son 100

Son Vacation Money Cleaning 100

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. Pretty inexpensive! I’ve been on a search for affordable Christmas treats.

Kids 100

Kids Kids and Family Cookies Thrifty 100

Couponing 101

DECEMBER 18, 2014

Are you in a panic, wondering what to do about those left on your holiday shopping list? DIY gifts so you can calm down and enjoy the rest of the holiday season. The peppermint scent is invigorating and perfect for the holidays! Inexpensive yet creative? Today I’m sharing a roundup of some of the best (and easiest!)

DIY 91

DIY Christmas Gifts Homemade 91

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

We were hoping for an easy (and inexpensive) fix, and we were certainly not expecting this news. If are fluent in Spanish or were a math major in college, start tutoring. I have a friend who sells cookies and candy during the Christmas and Easter holidays. My husband sent me a short text a few years ago, “truck $700.”

Emergency Fund 130

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

We were hoping for an easy (and inexpensive) fix, and we were certainly not expecting this news. If are fluent in Spanish or were a math major in college, tutor. I have a friend who sells cookies and candy during the Christmas and Easter holidays. Just last week, my husband sent me a short text, “truck $700.”

Emergency Fund 100

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100