Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

We could really use an intentional month of frugalness to reset our mindset. If you’re new to writing a budget, read: How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!) Assign a budget category to each transaction, so you can add up what you spend on food, fuel, clothing, self-care, etc. Use up all of those odd ingredients.

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February Frugal Financial Goals Goals 130

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

We’re meeting an Arkansas reader today and initially, I thought she was the first one! Tell us a little about yourself Greetings from the NW corner of Arkansas, where I was born (around 40+ years ago) and raised. We use the eggs, harvest meat & if I can’t get out to hunt venison we’ve had friends give us meat.

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Arkansas Frugal Kids and Family College 180

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

In this article, we’re sharing our top tips to help you save money when traveling without sacrificing a thing! They’re quality time spent together without the distractions of household responsibilities, work, school, and everything else life throws at us. Growing up, we didn’t have much.

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Saving Money Money Travel Hotel 52

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Highly rated, easy to use, and it sits gathering dust. Child did not like it, so we don’t use it. If I could spend it without strings, I might just donate it to a food pantry. The hard part of being frugal is waiting – when you’re trying to do things yourself, you need time, energy, and money to align.

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Kids and Family Money Home and Garden Frugal 187

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

These are strategies I use weekly to help keep my grocery bill in line with our budget. of Agriculture, a US family of 4 discards around $1500 a year on food waste. Imagine saving your family’s budget $1500 a year just by being more aware of your food waste and taking action to stop it. laundry detergent: $1.97/40

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

For the Mommas

JANUARY 17, 2015

Homemade Baby Goods: From Food to Detergent. Here are some tips for homemade baby goods, from food to detergent. You’re going to go through a lot of detergent after you have a baby. Saving money by making your own laundry detergent makes sense. Shake to mix, and add about 3 tablespoons per load of laundry.

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Homemade Baby Food Flowers and Gifts 40

For the Mommas

DECEMBER 1, 2015

Kroger Mega Sale: Wisk Laundry Detergent 50oz Bottles ONLY $0.99 Wisk Laundry Detergent 50oz bottles will be included in the Kroger Mega Sale starting tomorrow PLUS we just had a new matching printable pop up for $4.00 Ance they’re gone… They’re GONE!!! Use (1) $4.00 FOOD: $0.75

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Wisk La Brea Bakery Laundry Kroger 40

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 12, 2016

I have caught myself spending way too much time perusing the pins and boards in awe the laundry room as big as my living room and the Frozen birthday party ideas that must have taken 4 months to plan, but for the most part it has been a huge asset in my money-saving tool box. How to Use Pinterest to Save Money on Groceries.

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 100

Couponing 101

MARCH 18, 2019

If you’re big on saving money, you probably already buy things in bulk. Paper goods and laundry detergent are the most popular items to buy in bulk because they don’t go bad, or at least take a VERY long time to do so. Use reusable freezer-safe bags that are better for the environment and your wallet.

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Bulk Saving Money Money Buy 85

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 15, 2013

Do you grow your own food in your garden and buy the rest locally from farmers? If so, you’re well on your way to reducing your carbon footprint and protecting the Earth. Is that what you’re thinking? If so, you’re not alone. That means for centuries, women have been using reusable cloth pads.

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Used Feminine Products Green And Frugal Re-use 173

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

If you’re trying to find the small business idea that’s right for you, ask yourself the following questions: Where is there a need in the market, and how can your skills satisfy that need? Your less math-friendly entrepreneurs could use your help in keeping their personal and business finances in order.

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Real Estate Re-use Podcasts Work 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 2, 2014

Plus, they can do the laundry while they’re working. After all, you’re the only one making decisions and accepting jobs. After all, you’re the only one making decisions and accepting jobs. For many who work at home, using social media is part of the job. Maybe you decide not to work after 7 p.m.

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Work From Home Work Home Vacation 162

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 23, 2011

Try replacing some paper products on your list with cloth and re-usable products that you probably have around the house and you will not only reduce your grocery spending, but you will also reduce your waste. I use flannel hankies during sniffle season. I have been using a Silpat Nonstick Silicone Baking Mat for years.

Economical 185

Economical Kitchen Paper Groceries 185

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. Make our own laundry detergent.

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Frugal Chicago Curves Tucson 165

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! laundry detergent: $1.97/40

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Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

If you’re new to writing a budget, read: How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!). Assign a budget category to each transaction, so you can add up what you spend on food, fuel, clothing, self-care, etc. Spend Frugal February planning your meals from food that you already have in your kitchen, refrigerator, and freezer.

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February Frugal Financial Goals Budgeting 100

For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

on Tide Simply Clean & Fresh laundry detergent and score CHEAP deals this week. We’re talking as low as $0.99 Use (1) $1.00 Use (1) $1.00 Giant Deal: Buy (1) Tide Simply Laundry detergent $1.99 Use $1.00 Use (1) $1.00 Use (1) $1.00 Use (1) $1.00 Use $1.00

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Tide Hungry Jack Lowes Jimmy Dean 40

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. Will you have laundry facilities? Food is usually our the biggest expenditure during our vacation and thankfully our beach condo will have a kitchen.

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 153

For the Mommas

JUNE 24, 2016

Grab these new printable coupons while you’re here: Baby & Toddler: $1.00 Grab these new printable coupons while you’re here: Baby & Toddler: $1.00 Foods: $1.00 off any 1 Persil ProClean laundry detergent. Acme deal thru 6/30/16: Buy (6) Kraft A1 Steak Sauce, 10 oz – $2.99 off instantly wyb 6.

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Kraft Health Care Furniture Butterball 45

Saving Everyday

APRIL 7, 2011

I also have three drawers in the kitchen that I use for free samples. One for pet products, one for food and one for cleaning/laundry supplies. My favorite way to use them is for traveling…they’re perfect for packing light on an overnight trip!

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Freebies Health and Beauty Garage Re-use 91

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 30, 2011

Do you track the prices of your food, cleaning products and bath items so you know when you are getting the best possible price available? Buying the food we eat and the products that we use at the lowest possible price is always a priority for me. 99/lb, 32 load laundry detergent for $1.00.

Economical 166

Economical Kitchen Groceries Grocery 166

Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 5, 2014

As spring draws near, you’re probably already thinking about getting your home clean and re-organized. But before you run to the store to load up on cleaning supplies—know this: you can make your own homemade cleaners using products that you probably already have in your pantry. Laundry Room. Make Your Own Laundry Detergent.

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DIY Cleaning Cycle Garage 89

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 28, 2011

Since freebies can range from food to medicine, there are a few different things I do. I also have three drawers in the kitchen that I use for free samples. One for pet products, one for food and one for cleaning/laundry supplies. So how do use your freebies?

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Freebies Health and Beauty Re-use Ranges 45

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

We have accumulated a lot of stuff – lose screws, highly prized collectibles, everyday essentials, clothes that ‘might fit again someday’, tools, children’s artwork, food stuffs and more. Store laundry supplies together – starch, detergent, spot remover, irons, fabric softener and etc. Store things where you use them.

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Organic Organization Home Painting 177

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2015

When you can reuse or re-purpose an item, you are not only saving it from the landfills, but you are also saving the expense and energy which would have been expended when you recycle. I cut a heavy blue plastic trash bag into triangles, stapled them over a rope and hung the rope across the driveway to block those drivers from using it.

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Reuse Recycle Recycled Recycling 100

For the Mommas

MARCH 8, 2015

You’re not going to want to miss these! Rite Aid: Arm & Hammer Laundry Detergent $1.50 {3/8 ONLY}. Buy (2) Arm & Hammer Laundry Detergent $8.00. Use (1) $2.00/2 2 Arm & Hammer laundry detergents Coupon (SS 2/8) (Exp. Use (2) $2.00/1 Use (2) $1.00/1 Use (2) $1.00 20 at Target.

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Arm and Hammer Tresemme Eggo Dole 40

Couponing 101

JULY 25, 2012

If you’re new, please read Couponing Terms & Abbreviations and Kroger 101: How to Shop and Save Money at Kroger Stores before continuing. Fancy Feast Cat Food 55¢ - $1/24 Fancy Feast Gourmet Cat Food Coupon (5/20 RP). = These are the Kroger Deals for the Texas/Louisiana area. Prices may vary by region.

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Kroger Arm and Hammer Fancy Feast Hamburger Helper 101

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 23, 2015

Every summer we take a week to focus on our girls, fitness, good food and spending time with our extended family that we vacation with. My husband and I even use the drive time to our destination as time to talk through any goals, issues or other plans. Follow the same principle that we use to pay for yearly expenses.

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Vacation Finds Friends And Family Sale Home and Garden 100

For the Mommas

MAY 7, 2015

Use (1) $3.00/1 Use (2) $0.70/1 Target: Buy (1) Lindt Hello Chocolate Bars 2/$4 or $2 Each (Thru 5/9) Use (1) $1.50/1 Use (1) $1.50/1 1 Printable Coupon (use zip code 77477) Final Cost: FREE + $0.52 regular price Buy One Get One Free Use (1) $1.00/2 Use (1) $3.00/1

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Printing Dog Food Jet Dry Band-Aid 40

For the Mommas

AUGUST 28, 2016

Use (3) $0.50 Use (1) $0.50 Use $0.50 Use $0.50 Use $0.50 Here are more coupons you may like: Foods. off ONE (1) OxiClean HD Laundry Detergent. Buy (3) Huggies One & Done Baby Wipes – Cucumber & Green Tea 56 ct $1.67 off 1 HUGGIES Wipes Coupon. 50/1 Huggies Wipes ShopRite ecoupon.

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Huggies Vicks Lowes Paper Towels 40

For the Mommas

MAY 9, 2015

Use (2) $1.50 ea Use (2) $2/1 Garnier Fructis Shampoo, Conditioner Treatment or Style Product, 04/26 RP (exp 5/23) [Excludes 1.7-oz., Limit 4] Use (1) $2/2 Garnier Fructis Shampoo or Conditioner, Stylers or Treatments, exp. Use (2) $1.50 Use (1) $3.00/1 Use (2) $0.70/1 Use $1.00

Printing 40

Printing Dog Food Band-Aid Jet Dry 40

Saving In Akron

JULY 6, 2011

Monthly catalina deals re-set tomorrow. 12/31/11 (Kraft Food & Family). 12/31 (Kraft Food & Family). 1 Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs or Cold Cuts (Kraft Food & Family). 12/31 (Kraft Food & Family). Alpo Canned Dog Food (13 or 13.2 1/4 Purina Alpo Brand Dog Food printable or printable.

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Giant Eagle Banana Boat Betty Crocker Double Coupons 168

Saving With Shellie

OCTOBER 18, 2012

GROCERY Doritos Tortilla Chips - $2.68 -Use FREE HEB Flavored Chips WYB Doritos in-store coupon (Exp 10/30). each) Famous Dave BBQ Sauce - $2.23 -Use $1/1 Famous Dave in-store coupon. HEB Pure Cane Sugar Soda (12pk) - $2.99 -Use $1/1 HEB Pure Cane Sugar Soda in-store coupon. and up -Use $2.50/1

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VO5 Doritos Almay Tresemme 40

For the Mommas

AUGUST 16, 2016

The digital savings event continues this week and there are a TON of great deals using these special 5X digital coupons. oz Kroger Super Saver Digital Coupon (use up to 5 times in a single transaction) Final Price: $1.00 oz Kroger Super Saver Digital Coupon (use up to 5 times in a single transaction). Final Price: $1.29

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Kroger El Paso Ice Cream Advil 40

Coupons Do Work

JANUARY 16, 2017

Purina ONE SmartBlend Adult Dog Food, 3 - 4 lb - $4.25. - $3.00/1 1 Purina ONE Smartblend Dry Dog Food. Purina ONE SmartBlend Adult Dog Food, 3 - 4 lb. Buy 2; Use $1/2 Coupon; $1/1 Ibotta Rebate. Buy 2; Use $1/2 Coupon; $1/1 Ibotta Rebate. Meow Mix Dry Cat Food, 3 - 3.15 Meow Mix Dry Cat Food, 3 - 3.15

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Publix Advantage Green Sudafed 100

Coupons Do Work

JANUARY 16, 2017

Purina ONE SmartBlend Adult Dog Food, 3 - 4 lb - $4.25. - $3.00/1 1 Purina ONE Smartblend Dry Dog Food. Purina ONE SmartBlend Adult Dog Food, 3 - 4 lb. Buy 2; Use $1/2 Coupon; $1/1 Ibotta Rebate. Buy 2; Use $1/2 Coupon; $1/1 Ibotta Rebate. Meow Mix Dry Cat Food, 3 - 3.15 Meow Mix Dry Cat Food, 3 - 3.15

Publix 100

Publix Advantage Green Sudafed 100

For the Mommas

AUGUST 23, 2016

Tide Liquid Laundry Detergent 46-50oz or Pods 15-20ct $4.99 $2/1 Tide PODS printable [12-ct.+; to 30.88oz $3.99 $1/1 FRESCHETTA Pizza (Ibotta Deposit) [Any variety; Any size] Food Should Taste This Good Tortilla Chips $1.49 $1/1 Food Should Taste Good Tortilla Chips (Kroger Digital Coupon) $0.75/1

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Kroger Chex Mix General Mills Betty Crocker 40