Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 26, 2012
We also used the 40 year old burnt orange coffee pot to make coffee that day as well as the 20 year old ice chest and 25 year old rain ponchos from the local amusement park, old plastic forks and spoons, unused condiment packages from fast food restaurant stops and plastic tablecloths used at last years wedding shower.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 3, 2013
Learning to sew takes time and equipment. A super short history of sewing. In many parts of the US, people learned to sew as part of their life skills – from parents or family or schools. Although Mom didn’t sew much (she did mend), she made sure I took Home Ec in high school. Why learn to sew?
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Family Balance Sheet
NOVEMBER 2, 2022
The season of family, faith, food, and…shopping… collective sigh… The spending part of Christmas can get crazy, so I’ve come up with a list of ideas to find some extra cash for your Christmas spending if you’re coming up short. I use this spreadsheet every year. Hopefully, that’s your goal too.
Family Balance Sheet
NOVEMBER 26, 2014
I use this spreadsheet. In 2013, I had a year long series, Christmas Savings Club , to encourage everyone to set aside money each month for the holidays. My husband has made hundreds of extra dollars by using his experience as a collegiate swimmer and high school swim coach to teach private swimming lessons. Consider tutoring.
Koupon Karen
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
But with a little planning and some savvy budgeting tricks, you can ensure you’re financially ready to welcome your bundle of joy. That means you can often find gently used baby items in excellent condition for a fraction of the retail price. If you’re crafty, consider sewing or knitting some items yourself.
Couponing 101
JUNE 23, 2019
I’ve found that décor for this patriotic holiday can be harder to find and when you do it never seems to be exactly what you’re looking for. Use them as centerpieces or as a welcoming entryway display. I’ve made this pot and used star stickers. No Sew 4 th of July Table Runner via Cassiesmallwood.
Family Balance Sheet
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
This list of thoughtful, but FREE Christmas gift ideas is proof that you don’t need to spend a lot of money on the people you gift to if you use your time, resources, and creativity. Browse the entire list and let us know in the comments which ideas you’re going to give and what free gift ideas you have. Pet Sitting.
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