Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 22, 2013

Teach your young children more about money by taking them to the local Walmart or other grocery and variety store. Here are a few suggestions on ‘lesson plans’ on your money trip to the store. Vending machines (talk about how these provide extra money). Ask the kids how they think the store owner makes money.

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

You can absolutely save money on healthy food! Wait for Sales. Sales and Clearance – Healthy, organic, and natural products go on sale just like anything else. This is when it helps to clip and file your coupons so you can have them with you when you stumble upon a clearance sale. Use Coupons. Prioritize.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 12, 2012

At our house the gardening catalogs started arriving last week. Plan your garden. Now is the time to plan your garden. Use them to help you learn about what species and varieties will do well in your yard or in your garden. Perhaps you find a wild flower that you can dig up or get seeds from to put in your garden.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

So I don’t rely on coupons to save big at the grocery store, and I don’t need to, because there are so many ways to save money on groceries, and coupons are not involved. How to Save Money on Groceries WITHOUT Coupons. That is a lot of money, so I plan a menu. Freeze garden and in season produce.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

But the truth is, we have the money. And while I don’t like parting with our money, I am grateful that this repair won’t send us into financial distress. Dave Ramsey suggests in his book, The Total Money Makeover , that you create a starter emergency fund of $1000. 2 – Decide where to put the money.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 2, 2022

Include everything from weekend trips to longer vacations, yard/garden projects, home renovations, kids’ camps, gear and clothing, and any other summer expense you might have. If you think you’re going to come up short on cash, check out my 25 Ideas to Find Money. We found junior tennis rackets at a yard sale for our kids.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 10, 2013

One of my goals for Family Balance Sheet for 2013, is to get back to posting more money saving tips to help my readers (and myself) reduce our grocery bills. 35 Money-Saving Grocery Tips to Help You Reduce Your Grocery Budget. Freeze your garden harvest - green beans , hot pepper. How to Save Money at the Apple Orchard.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Have you ever shopped at neighborhood garage sales? Aside from that however, why would a person want to get rid of perfectly good home accessories and spend good money on different ones? I get such a kick out of watching the shows on Home and Garden TV channels. The post Should You Spend Your Money on Home Re-Decorating?

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 6, 2022

Here are five ways that I saved money this month. Homemade Basil and Walnut Pesto: I made my second batch of homemade pesto from my two garden basil plants. Show me the Money! My Total Found Money for July: $816. I like to tally up any extra money I find through the month. Winner Winner FREE Chicken Dinner!

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Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

Right now Amazon has this Garden Creations Outdoor 9-Foot Umbrella Table Screen, Black on sale for only $23.92 (reg. Thanks, Common Sense With Money ! Amazon: Garden Creations Outdoor 9-Foot Umbrella Table Screen Only $23.92 (Reg. Shipping is free with Amazon Prime or any order over $25. See more gift ideas here.

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For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

Whats On Sale in September. Save time in looking for those deals and save money by making the most of it as well. Trees, shrubs, flowers, and other plants will be discounted at your local garden centers. Bicycles : Older models bikes going on sale. Hunting for Bargain Deals? Look no further! Articles'

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 9, 2013

Today only, subscribe to Better Homes & Gardens Magazine for only $4.99 Better Homes & Gardens magazine is designed for people interested in turning home, cooking, and gardening inspiration into action. It is focused on decorating, building and remodeling, crafts, entertaining, cooking, healthy living, and gardening.

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Gardening Garden Magazines Home 51

Couponing 101

JANUARY 20, 2019

I’ve come up with some ways of saving money during this process! The other thing you can do once you’ve finished the whole process is have a garage sale! The post Save (and Make) Money By Tidying Up! It’s definitely a hard process to go through especially if you’re like me and tend to keep EVERYTHING!

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

The more of your hard earned money you can keep in your wallet, the more you have for things you need and want. I’m always looking for a new way to save money, so I love reading other people’s tips on how they save extra cash. 10 Tips To Saving Money at the Grocery Store by Koupon Krazed. by Koupon Krazed.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 20, 2019

I’ve come up with some ways of saving money during this process! The other thing you can do once you’ve finished the whole process is have a garage sale! The post Tidying Up – Saving You Money! It’s definitely a hard process to go through especially if you’re like me and tend to keep EVERYTHING!

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 12, 2018

so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Our mission: Live WELL On LESS Money. Sunday: burgers, tater tots, fresh fruit, garden salad. garden salad. My most recent favorite deal was when I bought 5 sour cream containers for 17 cents each by stacking an Ibotta cash back rebate with a store sale.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 1, 2020

We’ve always been a frugal household by being intentional with our money, but we have been affected financially by the pandemic, so we need to stretch our dollars even further. I took advantage of a great sale on chicken tenders for $1/lb with a minimum purchase of 10 pounds. Operation Frugal Living is in full swing at my house.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2019

Include everything from weekend trips to longer vacations, yard/garden projects, home renovations, kids’ camps, gear and clothing, and any other summer expense you might have. If you think you’re going to come up short on cash, check out my 25 Ideas to Find Money. We found junior tennis rackets at a yard sale for our kids.

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2019 Home and Garden Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 17, 2014

My spouse is a long time gardener from a long line of gardeners. If the plant wants sun, you are going to waste your money if you buy it for your shady yard! If the plant wants an acid soil, you may have to spend additional money to amend the soil where you want to plant it. Be aware of the mature plant needs.

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Saving Everyday

JANUARY 1, 2015

The more of your hard earned money you can keep in your wallet, the more you have for things you need and want. 10 Tips To Saving Money at the Grocery Store by Koupon Krazed. 15 Ways to Save Money Every Day by Frugal Living Mom. 8 Ways to Save Money at the Movie Theater by Enchanted Savings. Pin This To Pinterest.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 9, 2012

Every Wednesday, I post a quick tip to help you save money in the kitchen. Freeze Your Garden Produce Now and You'll be Thanking Yourself Later. Freeze Your Garden Produce Now and You'll be Thanking Yourself Later. How to Save Money at the Apple Orchard. How to Save Money on Organic Food. Buttermilk Substitute.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

I’m regularly asked how to save money on produce. Just be sure to save your receipt, because most require you to snap a picture of it to get your money. I earned over $500 in 2014 for buying groceries I was going to buy anyway – all FREE money! Buying in-season produce can save you a ton of money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 27, 2014

I do try to get good value for my money, and I do try to get the best possible price for what I want, but I don’t always subscribe to the idea that cheaper is better. By spending a little more on garden tools, we have higher quality items that don’t break as we use them. Go Frugal Money Tips' Is it really necessary?

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Public Transit Money Tickets Consumerism 215

For the Mommas

JULY 19, 2012

Today only, subscribe to Better Homes & Gardens Magazine for only $4.21 Better Homes & Gardens magazine is designed for people interested in turning home, cooking, and gardening inspiration into action. It is focused on decorating, building and remodeling, crafts, entertaining, cooking, healthy living, and gardening.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 1, 2014

But I digress; for anyone interested in catching rainwater to feed their grass and gardens, this post is for you. In exchange for a small amount of work and not much money, you could start collecting rainwater off your roof tomorrow — just in time for this hot summer weather when your plants and lawn need a drink the most!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

The good news is that many of the changes you can make will also save you money and may even help you live a healthier lifestyle. Reduce your carbon footprint – and save money at the same time. Conserve water – shorter showers, only run full dishwashers, collect washing water for the garden.

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Couponing 101

OCTOBER 7, 2013

Not only that, but by having these resources you will save time and money in the kitchen. You’ll learn cooking strategies and ideas for meal planning that will help save you money from not eating out on the go. Harvest Your Health eBook Bundle Sale – 97% Savings!! is a post from Couponing 101.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 23, 2015

A friend makes extra money teaching piano. You don’t even have to stay at the home, you could just check in daily to collect the mail, water the plants and garden, feed the goldfish, open/close blinds, etc. Have a Good Old-Fashioned Yard Sale. Having a yard sale is the quickest way to make immediate cash.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

Homemade chicken stock is super easy to make and you'll find step-by-step instructions on how to roast a chicken, how to make your own chicken stock, and some additional recipes for the roasted chicken leftovers in my latest post at Money Crashers, How to Roast a Whole Chicken - 4 Recipes to Save Time and Money. It really is that easy.

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Freezers Homemade Economical Kitchen 127

For the Mommas

MAY 27, 2020

Great deal to save money on Sargento Cheese Slices at Kroger. Buy (2) Sargento Cheese Slices 5 – 8 oz $3.50 (Sale price). ONE (1) Olive Garden® Parmesan Ranch Salad Dressing. Thru 6/2, Sargento Cheese Slices 5 – 8 oz is priced at $3.50 each at Kroger. Plus we have a $1.00/2 That will make the final price just $3.00

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Saving With Shellie

JANUARY 25, 2015

Today only (1/25) shop the Multi-Year Magazine Sale and save big when you subscribe to your favorite magazines for multiple years. No coupon code is needed to take advantage of this money-saving promotion. There is an awesome deal going on at Discount Mags this weekend!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

” In Regina , you can take a horse drawn wagon ride through Edwardian Gardens, visit the Amedee Forget Museum and participate in Victorian type festivities like cookie decorating and caroling. Local garden events. Many horticultural gardens have events and light displays set up for the season. Zoo events.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 19, 2018

Right now Amazon is offering Prime members this First Trimester Maternity Box on sale for only $19.99 (reg. This box includes Garden of Life prenatal vitamins, Puracy organic body lotion, Preggie Pops, and a “Belly Laughs” pregnancy book. Thanks, Money Saving Mom ! Expecting a new baby? 29.99) with free shipping!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 15, 2012

If your food storage is full of things you wouldn’t eat regularly, it can cause problems and discomfort with your body, and it can lead to money wasted through food spoilage. Look at your spending plan, and determine how much money you have each week to put toward building your food storage.

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For the Mommas

MARCH 24, 2012

Better Homes & Gardens starting at $3.99/year This sale will run through Sunday night, March 25th at midnight (EST). Join Pinecone Research to earn extra money. Vegetarian Times starting at $4.99/year year (up to 4 years). Urban Farm starting at $4.99/year year (up to 1 years). Home Improvement Magazines. Per Year.

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 13, 2015

Articles include how-to projects, gardening basics, composting, beekeeping, roof-top gardening, preserving and freezing, and time and money-saving ideas. This offer expires at Wednesday 01/14/15 11:59 PM EST EST. Hot Deals Magazines Online Sales'

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 31, 2014

DiscountMags is running a Pick Your Price sale. Organic Gardening (1yrs: $5.00, 2yrs: $10.00, 3yrs: $15.00, 4yrs: $20.00). Organic Gardening (1yrs: $5.00, 2yrs: $10.00, 3yrs: $15.00, 4yrs: $20.00). Consumer Reports Money Advisor (1yrs: $22.50). They have magazines starting at just $2.99 4 or Less Category.

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