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A Green and Frugal Funeral

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Sayward was just a teen, but she took charge of preparing her mother’s body for burial – instructing her sisters to help her wash her mom’s body, clean the clothing to bury her in and sew a pillow to put under her head. Green and Frugal Burial. Typical American Burial Customs.

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WIS, WWA | Island Eats

The Frugal Girl

I will be frugal on food when we get home, but notttttt this week. ? Sunday Lisey’s boyfriend’s mom made dinner for us: chicken plus rice and beans. Tuesday So green! The post WIS, WWA | Island Eats appeared first on The Frugal Girl. Yep, Lisey got braces here in Hawaii! Monday A rainy, rainy day!

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Amazing Art: DIY Crafts from Bowdabra

Motherhood Moments

Her frugal craft projects and activity ideas are designed to transform the creatively-challenged into creative pros. Sandy’s focus is on creative and easy projects that parents can do with their kids and that kids can even do on their own that are both frugal and green in nature. This material comes from Motherhood Moment.

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Ways to Make Do With What You Have

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We were poor, Mom and Dad lived every day showing us what it meant to ‘make it do’ and we often ‘did without’ Here are my thoughts on frugal ways to make things do. I grew up with this, in theory and in practice. Take care of your wardrobe to keep it looking work and wear worthy. Buy good clothing, used.

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Tips for Finding the Perfect Gift for Mom’s Unique Personality

Saving Cents With Sense

When you attempt to casually pry Mom for what she might like, she doesn’t take the bait and replies, "Oh, just a card would be nice." First off, mom doesn’t want a blender, she never did. Mom wants something from the heart. And Mom being Mom, chances are she doesn’t want you to spend a fortune, either.

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Lilly Pulitzer Cosmetic Bags

Saving With Shellie

Pink and Green Floral – $5.99. Pink, Green, and Teal Floral Bag – $8.99. These would be great Mother’s Day gifts for mom or grandma. Be sure you Follow me on Pinterest and check out my boards for recipes , craft ideas and other frugal living tips ! Pastel Floral With Matching Bottles- $10.99.

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Statement Necklace Clearance – Prices As Low As $1.01

Saving With Shellie

shipping charge, but the green, orange and black designs ship for free. The green necklace is my favorite anyway, so I’ll be ordering at least one today. 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 Mom Teen'