Frugal Luxuries

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

Recently we were invited by Uncommon Goods to stock our holiday Gift Pantry with three items from their inspiring, eclectic catalog. Luckily for him, but not so much for myself, it''s been earmarked as a holiday gift for a family friend. I realize that, at first glance, DIY kits don''t appear to be the most frugal of investments.

Gifts 49

Gifts Plants Catalog DIY 49

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 20, 2013

Outdoor accessories include lawn chairs, palm trees and plants, and a hot tub that can hold real water. Be sure you Follow me on Pinterest and check out my boards for recipes , craft ideas and other frugal living tips ! Deals Around Town Amazon Holiday 2013 Kids Toys'

Barbie 45

Barbie Building Furnishings Couch 45

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 18, 2013

I gave him the list, and my old digital camera, and had him take pictures of prominent landmarks and buildings, common animals we might see along the way, and distinctive plants (like cacti) visible from the road. It kept my son busy for hours, and he had a lot of fun taking the pictures.

Travel 239

Travel Kids Son Kids and Family 239

Coupons Do Work

JUNE 12, 2016

Gardening: Plants, flowers, seeds, watering cans, plant food, soil, weed killers, mulch, compost buckets, water hoses. Food Deals for Dad: Any holiday in any given month means sales for retailers… and Father’s Day is no different! Other Items on Sale: Tools, free donuts in honor of National Donut Day on June 5th.

June 100

June Buy Buying Lingerie 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Mesh bags from Popsicle sticks hold bulbs we dig up and re-plant later to keep them dry until time to plant. Used coffee grounds, banana peels and crushed egg shells are laid on the ground to enrich the soil. Plastic utensils and hard plastic plates are washed by hand and used several times. Clothing and Linens.

Re-use 235

Re-use Used Reuse Amusement Park 235

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

You have to plant it, feed it, water it and care for it to make it grow big enough to notice. Another retired teacher, Jensen has lived frugally, investing steadily in blue-chip stocks for some 40 years. Ballenger was another teacher who lived frugally but well (often traveling around the world). You can do this. We did that.

Virginia 160

Virginia Money Real Estate Growing 160

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 4, 2015

These Nail Polish Marbled Flower Pots are a super cute craft that your kids can create (with your help) to give as gifts for Mother’s Day, other holidays or teachers. Once you are done dipping and your pots are completely dry, you can plant your flowers or herbs. I used our utility sink for this project. Some Tips: 1.

Flowers and Plants 100

Flowers and Plants Craft Crafts Flowers and Gifts 100

Frugal Luxuries

OCTOBER 1, 2012

need to descale the glass shower doors in master bath using a citric acid solution Continue going through and organizing all my old F rugal Times: Making-Do With Dignity and Frugal Luxuries newsletters along with my collection of vintage ephemera. true frugal luxury! the carpet. the carpet. What are your goals for this month?

Making 40

Making Home and Garden Craigslist Green And Frugal 40

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 16, 2011

Barbie knows that even the smallest person can make a difference in the world, so when she leads a group of young children on a tree planting expedition in a nature preserve, she makes sure that each child knows that his or her action is important and meaningful. Thanks, Frugal Coupon Living !). All rights reserved.

Barbie 69

Barbie Plants Points Fans 69

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! Magic BBQ Rub via Stone Gable Everyone has a foodie on her holiday list! ‘Nuff said.

DIY 91

DIY Christmas Gifts Homemade 91

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 13, 2012

Just in case you are not acquainted with these, a garden stepping stone is a big stone, or cement molded to look like a flat rock, that is decorated and then placed on the ground or in a garden to walk on – so you don’t tromp the plants. The most expensive was around $20.

Giving 188

Giving Used Craft Crafts 188

Saving With Shellie

DECEMBER 5, 2014

With the holidays right around the corner, Amazon’s Lightning Deals are featuring tons of toys and games for all the little ones on your shopping list. Deals Around Town Amazon Baby Holiday Kids Toys' Today’s deals features toys from Be Amazing, Learning Resources, and many more.

Toys 45

Toys Amazon Education Storage 45

Coupons Do Work

DECEMBER 10, 2016

Holiday Novelty Candy Items - $1.50 Holiday Novelty Candy Items. Russell Stover Holiday Tins, 10 oz - B1G1. Russell Stover Holiday Tins, 10 oz. Holiday Food or Royal Dasnk; Mix & Match. Holiday Food Gift Sets - B1G1. Holiday Food Gift Sets. LifeSavers Holiday Story Books - $2.50 oz - $2.50

Emergen-C 100

Emergen-C Travel Points Band-Aid 100

Coupons Do Work

DECEMBER 4, 2016

Holiday Novelty Candy Items - $1.50 Holiday Novelty Candy Items. Russell Stover Holiday Tins, 10 oz - B1G1. Russell Stover Holiday Tins, 10 oz. Holiday Food or Royal Dasnk; Mix & Match. Holiday Food Gift Sets - B1G1. Holiday Food Gift Sets. LifeSavers Holiday Story Books - $2.50 oz - $2.50

Points 100

Points Emergen-C Travel Gift Cards 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

With Valentine’s Day making it’s appearance next week, I thought it would be fun to talk about the kissing part of the holiday. Remover the cube and plant a big kiss on your partner. Frugal Dad reminds us that the war on debt starts at home and until we make changes there, we are never going to win the battle.

February 113

February Finance Personal Finance Money 113

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

Check my Frugal Family Activities list for ideas. I have a friend who sells cookies and candy during the Christmas and Easter holidays. During the vacation season, offer to water plants, pick up mail, open and close the blinds, take care of pets, for a fee…of course. Put the money in your emergency fund instead.

Emergency Fund 130

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

I know he may not completely understand our task, However, I know I am planting a seed – a seed I hope will grow into a lifetime of compassion and generosity. This holiday season I want to encourage you to build a box with your family to help teach kindness, compassion, and generosity. A little boy just like him.

Christmas 72

Christmas Boys Building Kids and Family 72

Saving With Shellie

DECEMBER 11, 2014

With the holidays right around the corner, Amazon’s Lightning Deals are featuring tons of toys and games for all the little ones on your shopping list. Be sure you Follow me on Pinterest and check out my boards for recipes , craft ideas and other frugal living tips ! Deals Around Town Amazon Baby Holiday Kids Toys'

Toys 45

Toys Fisher Price Amazon Disney 45

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Check my Frugal Family Activities list for ideas. I have a friend who sells cookies and candy during the Christmas and Easter holidays. During vacation season, offer to water plants, pick up mail, open and close the blinds, take care of pets, for a fee…of course. Put the money in your emergency fund instead.

Emergency Fund 100

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100