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How to Organize a Cookie Swap

Family Balance Sheet

Make sure to set guidelines in case there are food allergies or issues. Then each participant should place their packaged cookies in the other participants baskets. Really it is that easy and everyone goes home with homemade cookies… and a full belly from the cookies they’ve munched on at the party.

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My #1 Tip for Trimming Grocery Spending

Family Balance Sheet

When finances are tight, often the only area we can control is our food spending. By having a schedule and knowing what we usually eat, I can save money by buying many foods in bulk. Just be sure that your family will consume all of the food you purchase in bulk. My suggestions are just a start. The sky’s the limit.

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How to Host a Bridal Shower on a Budget

Couponing 101

Park buildings and community rooms in apartments are often affordable and usually allow you to bring in your own food. If your party is at a venue that allows you to bring in outside food, you can save a lot of money by catering the event yourself. Cater It Yourself. Avoid Expensive Favors. Have you ever hosted a bridal shower?

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Faux Recipes from Family Fun Magazine

Nicoles Nickels

FamilyFun ’s “faux cookie dough dip” has the texture and flavor of homemade cookie dough, but it’s actually a dip in disguise. Also be sure to try the “tease cheese platter” where cookies and candy chews stand in for the traditional savory snack. Faux cookie dough dip. Faux cookie dough dip. Brown sugar.

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Nestle Toll House Morsels For JUST $.67 Each at Giant {12/4}

For the Mommas

These will come in handy for those awesome homemade cookies! We can use this coupon and we can score these for just $.67 That is a great price for this product and not to mention that we have the biggest holiday of the year upon us. 50/1 Nestle Toll House Morsels printable coupon. Buy (1) Nestle Toll House Morsels $1.67

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20 Fun & Budget-Friendly Summer Activities

Family Balance Sheet

Look for local fairs and festivals for low cost games, food and activities. They’ve also sold bottled water, homemade cookies, and crafts. We live near a huge amusement park that is a bit pricey, but after 5pm the price reduces considerably. And it is much cooler than at mid-day. Local fairs and festivals.

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Meet a Reader | Biker Liz

The Frugal Girl

Limiting waste is what really drives most of the habits I have that would qualify as “frugal” – reducing/eliminating food waste, returning unneeded items, pursuing refunds, checking on warranties, repairing things, etc. For me, being in the kitchen and making food for people is an act of love. Pack what you can!