Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

They can be thrown in the wash and reused again for next time. Lower your fridge and freezer temp. Many of us run our fridges and freezers cooler than they need to be. For your freezer, keep it at 0 degrees F. Recycle and reuse. If you can’t reuse something, recycle it using your local program.

Making 196

Making Reuse Recycle Recycled 196

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 14, 2013

Utilize your freezer. Have an emergency back up meal in freezer or pantry at all times. Shop your freezer/pantry. Create vegetable freezer bags for making chicken/turkey stock. Reuse glass jars. My grocery list/menu clip board. Plan your weekly menu. Compare unit price. Produce Tips. U-Pick local, seasonal fruit.

Grocery Spending 113

Grocery Spending Groceries Grocery Finds 113

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2011

Stir well and place in freezer containers. Will last about one week in the refrigerator and 3 months in the freezer. JPG"> I reuse 8 or 24 oz glass jars to freeze the stock. The next day, skim any fat that has risen to the surface. The stock can get very gelatinous and thick and that is a good thing. Do not be alarmed.

Economical 209

Economical Homemade Kitchen Making 209

For the Mommas

JANUARY 2, 2016

Did you know that you can also save money by reusing old items that you would normally throw away? Put them in the freezer for future use. One way to reuse these small chips is to take a large washcloth, sew the edges all the way around leaving just enough room to insert the soap chips. 6) You can reuse pickle juice.

Saving Money 40

Saving Money Money Finds Reuse 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Pay attention to expiration dates by organizing your pantry and freezer so that the oldest food is in front. 3 Ways To Save Money On The Kids’ Back To School Wardrobe How to Save Money by Greening your Wardrobe 8 Easy Ways to Reduce, Recycle, and Reuse Cutting Costs and Buying Used Clothes Repair, Don’t Replace.

Making Do 219

Making Do Making Green And Frugal Friends And Family Sale 219

For the Mommas

OCTOBER 6, 2015

Did you know that you can also save money by reusing old items that you would normally throw away? Put them in the freezer for future use. One way to reuse these small chips is to take a large washcloth, sew the edges all the way around leaving just enough room to insert the soap chips. You can reuse pickle juice.

Saving Money 40

Saving Money Money Finds Used 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2014

The old phrase “reduce, reuse, recycle” is crucial when it comes to small, and inexpensive, ways of going green. For example, rather than purchase water in plastic bottles, invest in a faucet-mount water filter that retails for less than $40 and reuse glass juice and milk bottles. Start Small.

Green 113

Green Recycle Recycled Recycling 113

Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 17, 2012

Marinate your meat in Glad(R) freezer bags overnight or several hours before to lock in the delicious flavors you’re going to be serving. Markers are so everyone can write their names on their cups for reusing. Prep your food perfectly. The table weights are to keep the tablecloth down – old unused keys pinned on the corners work well.

Recipes 56

Recipes Giveaway Kids and Family Backyard 56

Coupons Do Work

FEBRUARY 27, 2016

You can keep one copy and reuse the coupons multiple times! oz or Freezer Pops 16 pack. $2/1 The Walgreens March 2016 Savings Booklet is out and will be available in most stores on Sunday, 2/28. Th and is filled with over $440 in savings! 2/1 Little Remedies Saline Spray/Drops 1 oz. $1/1 1/1 Orajel Baby or Toddler Teething Gel.18

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March 2016 Walgreens Bain De Soleil 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 1, 2015

I wash and reuse freezer bags. Of course there are certain things I haven’t attempted – putting on a new roof (although my spouse did this); cleaning out the septic tank; installing automatic garage door openers; or installing windows and new doors. Cheap or frugal? Doesn’t everyone? Cheap or frugal?

Frugal 100

Frugal Cheap Clothes Clothing 100

Couponing 101

MAY 4, 2013

Money Saving Mom’s Guide to Freezer Cooking. Reuse, Refresh, Repurpose. Finding Financial Freedom. Become a Frugalista in 30 Days. In the Kitchen {Recipes and Cooking}. Wholesome Mixes. 20-Minute Meals. Restocking the Pantry. Simply Summer. Do the Funky Kitchen. Real Food Kids: In the Kitchen. Real Food, Real Easy. From Frump to Pump.

Health and Beauty 97

Health and Beauty Work From Home Budgeting Budget 97

Couponing 101

APRIL 30, 2013

Money Saving Mom’s Guide to Freezer Cooking. Reuse, Refresh, Repurpose. Finding Financial Freedom. Become a Frugalista in 30 Days. In the Kitchen {Recipes and Cooking}. Wholesome Mixes. 20-Minute Meals. Restocking the Pantry. Simply Summer. Do the Funky Kitchen. Real Food Kids: In the Kitchen. Real Food, Real Easy. From Frump to Pump.

Health and Beauty 63

Health and Beauty Work From Home Budgeting Budget 63