Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

Sunday: leftover lasagna (from Friday night), garden salad, and cheap, but tasty garlic homemade. Monday: Roasted Fish with Tomatoes & Olives , steamed broccoli, homemade applesauce. Tuesday: Salsa Chicken Casserole, homemade applesauce, salad. Thursday: Roasted pork chops and Brussels sprouts and homemade applesauce.

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Friends And Family Sale Homemade Leftovers Kids and Family 100

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

They are extremely convenient, inexpensive and my family thinks they’re delicious. And you can make delicious homemade chicken stock from the bones. You’ll find specific instructions to two methods in this post, 2 Ways Make Homemade Chicken Stock: Stove Top and Slow Cooker. My favorite method is slow cooker.

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Meals Homemade Costco Equal 100

Frugal Luxuries

DECEMBER 1, 2012

Sometimes I make homemade chile'/taco seasoning and put three tablespoons of it , along with a dry bay leaf, in a small cellophane bag. It's all about using what's inexpensively and easily available to you at the time! It's pretty simple, as you can see from the photos! Quite often it's imagination and resources that make the decision.

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Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Thinking about doing some homemade Christmas gifts this year? Washers are very inexpensive, so these would make super cute and frugal gifts. Check out this fun tutorial on how to make your own Washer Pendant Necklaces ! I actually made a bunch of these last year for some girlfriends. They all absolutely LOVED them.

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DIY Frugal Thrifty Homemade 93

Couponing 101

MAY 14, 2012

Need a frugal homemade gift idea for a friend? These DIY Washer Pendant Necklaces are so adorable, easy to make, and inexpensive. I made a few of these as Christmas gifts last year and everybody loved them! Thanks, Creations By Kara ! Do you have a Frugal Tip you’d like to share? Please send me an email !

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DIY Frugal Homemade Inexpensive 88

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 17, 2012

For example, you can choose inexpensive cuts of meat, such as a ground beef instead of a filet. You can even use the bones to make homemade chicken stock. You can also try out some inexpensive fish like tilapia every once in a while. They are inexpensive and healthy, and when you buy them in bulk you can save even more money.

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Frugal Luxuries

JULY 6, 2011

Then I made up a few batches of homemade granola adapting a basic recipe I found HERE. My most recent project is a delicious, simple, budget~friendly granola/trail mix. I washed and saved the jars from Mike's favorite salsa. Painted the clean, dry lids with leftover white spray paint.

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Homemade Gifts Bulk Painting 40

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 2, 2022

When you need to be Indoors: On those days when the weather hits 90+ and the pool feels like bath water or a summer storm seems to last for days, these indoor activities will be air-conditioned, entertaining, competitive, and often inexpensive. 40 Homemade Popsicle Recipes. 40 Summer Desserts. 20 S’mores Recipes.

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Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale Home and Garden 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

Buying a couple of inexpensive travel mugs is less expensive than a week’s worth of $4 lattes. Instant coffee is often very inexpensive. Both of these options help you to save money, and in many cases, a homemade lunch is much healthier than what you will get a local restaurant. Would you add anything to this list of tips?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 2, 2012

Instead of shelling out $6 bucks on kitchen counter cleaner, you might want to consider some very inexpensive homemade options. You can dilute bleach, which is typically inexpensive, and use it to sanitize your sink, your counters, and more. Baking soda and vinegar mixed together makes a good cleaner for kitchens and bathrooms.

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Saving Money Kitchen Money Reuse 202

Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

If you are looking to enjoy some holiday homemade goodness, take a look below at a simple Christmas craft you can enjoy this weekend. Mini ornaments and glitter can be found at most dollar stores and crafting stores rather inexpensively as well. Place this charming piece of homemade holiday décor anywhere you can use some sparkle.

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DIY Gifts Thrift Stores Crafts 105

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

Add in a couple bottles of inexpensive nail polish and some homemade sugar scrub and they will spend Christmas afternoon giving themselves a pedicure. Usually manicure sets are at least $10, likely more like $20+ so this is a great little buy. This would be a great stocking stuff idea for any of the girls or teens in your life.

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Saving With Shellie

DECEMBER 18, 2013

This is made from simple and inexpensive ingredients so its a thrifty gift for yourself or a friend. Homemade scrubs make a wonderful teacher gift, secret Santa gift, or gift exchange idea. It smells good enough to eat and is an easy DIY version of Bath & Body Works Warm Vanilla Sugar Scrub.

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DIY Bath and Body Works Thrifty At Home 94

Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

Make scrumptious yet inexpensive, bakery-style artisan bread with our new West Bend electronic dual-blade breadmaker. It takes the time and energy out of baking fresh, healthy homemade bread. Right now Amazon has the West Bend Electronic Dual-Blade Bread Machine on sale for only $79 (reg. Shipping is FREE with Super Saver Shipping.

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Bread Machines Machines Electronics Bread 71

Saving With Shellie

JULY 22, 2015

I also use them for bath salts , body scrubs and homemade candles too. Even as inexpensive flower vases for gifting! Just for a comparison, the same set is $28 from Amazon so it’s a pretty nice savings! I love to use mason jars for all kinds of things. One of my favorites is overnight oatmeal. Find more Great Deals happening now.

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Hardware Flowers and Gifts Inexpensive Frugal Lives 40

Saving With Shellie

JULY 1, 2015

I also use them for bath salts , body scrubs and homemade candles too. Even as inexpensive flower vases for gifting! Just for a comparison, the same set is $19.56 from Amazon so it’s a pretty nice savings! I love to use mason jars for all kinds of things. One of my favorites is overnight oatmeal.

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Hardware Flowers and Gifts Inexpensive Frugal Lives 40

For the Mommas

JULY 28, 2014

When you factor in the wasteful packaging and inflated price of commercially marketed cleansers, creating your own homemade cleaning products just makes sense. Green cleaning powerhouses such as vinegar, baking soda and borax are inexpensive and easy to come by. Download: Natural Homemade Cleaners by Susan Hewsten.

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Homemade Re-use Green Cleaning 51

Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Make scrumptious yet inexpensive, bakery-style artisan bread with our new West Bend electronic dual-blade breadmaker. It takes the time and energy out of baking fresh, healthy homemade bread. Right now Amazon has the West Bend Electronic Dual-Blade Bread Machine on sale for only $59 (reg. Shipping is FREE with Super Saver Shipping.

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Bread Machines Machines Bread Electronics 99

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 20, 2013

Homemade cookies and other deserts are always a sure-fire hit, and although they won’t last till the next day they carry a lot of meaning. Believe me, everyone likes a good meal or a box of their favorite cookies. In fact, I would venture to guess that most people would prefer that over (yet another) Chia Pet in the shape of a dog or cat.

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Holiday Kids and Family Homemade Cookies Giving 184

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Add in a loofah and you have a pretty inexpensive gift. If you want to go the extra mile, try making some homemade cinnamon buns to go with your cinnamon bun shower gel ! Raspberry Sorbet. Pink Frosted Animal Cracker. You could grab one set of three and split it between three teachers. These would also be great stocking stuffers.

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Philosophy Inexpensive Frugal Lives Frugal Living 45

Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 13, 2012

Homemade sidewalk paint –Holy cow, this stuff is expensive at the store, but oh-so-popular with the kiddos! Well, here’s an inexpensive homemade version found over at the blog Domestic Charm. Homemade Swiffer Duster Refill –Swiffer dusters work wonderfully, but can be really expensive. Even better?

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DIY Homemade Coffee Mate Reuse 49

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2016

Rice and beans are two inexpensive ingredients that people equate with frugal cooking and boring recipes. This list of recipes offers a variety of delicious ways to add these versatile, yet inexpensive ingredients into your menu. Serve with a garden salad and your favorite homemade bread. 20 Rice and Beans Recipes: 1.

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Recipes Frugal Burritos Cooking 100

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Applesauce: I served my sugar-free homemade applesauce that I had in the freezer, however, Aldi’s unsweetened applesauce was $1.89 Related Links for Tonight’s Dinner: My Homemade Sugar-Free Applesauce recipe. My Homemade Sugar-Free Applesauce recipe. Could use homemade if you have it, but the cost at Aldi was $1.49

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2019

When you need to be Indoors: On those days when the weather hits 90+ and the pool feels like bath water or a summer storm seems to last for days, these indoor activities will be air-conditioned, entertaining, competitive, and often inexpensive. 40 Homemade Popsicle Recipes. 40 Summer Desserts. 20 S’mores Recipes.

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

Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Make scrumptious yet inexpensive, bakery-style artisan bread with our new West Bend electronic dual-blade breadmaker. It takes the time and energy out of baking fresh, healthy homemade bread. Right now Amazon has the West Bend Electronic Dual-Blade Bread Machine on sale for only $59 (reg. Shipping is FREE with Super Saver Shipping.

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Bread Machines Machines Bread Electronics 69

Couponing 101

MAY 2, 2015

From jewelry & sewing projects to body scrubs & homemade coasters, there’s something for everyone! Luxurious Homemade Whipped Body Butter via Real Food Enthusiast What woman wouldn’t absolutely love a moisturizing body butter that is infused with delicious-smelling oils? Give the gift of homemade coasters.

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DIY Gifts Bath and Body Works Flowers and Gifts 40

Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 27, 2013

Using the same type of inexpensive plates, cups and snack bowls helps the kids learn how to set up for an event. Pick up an inexpensive deck of cards, growing kits and boxed board games from the discount store. You can find little ceramic piggy banks or window clings to keep things light-hearted and inexpensive.

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Frugal Family Kids and Family Inexpensive 53

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 5, 2013

It is relatively inexpensive and comes with everything you need to get started. Related Stories 10/29 Pinterest Pin(s) of the Week: Halloween Party Food 10/22 Pinterest Pin(s) of the Week: Photography 10/15 Pinterest Pin(s) of the Week: Homemade Halloween Costumes. Pinterest 11/5 Pinterest Pin(s) of the Week: Rainbow Loom'

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Halloween Photography Inexpensive Homemade 79

Couponing 101

MAY 3, 2012

The ingredients are very inexpensive, and it’s definitely cheaper than buying finger paint at the store. Here’s a great idea! Try making some edible finger paint for the kids to have fun with! Head over and visit It’s Gravy Baby to get the recipe. Do you have a Frugal Tip you’d like to share? Please send me an email !

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Painting Frugal Making Inexpensive 97

Couponing 101

DECEMBER 18, 2014

I’ve always felt that homemade gifts are the most meaningful, anyway. Luxurious Homemade Whipped Body Butter via Real Food Enthusiast All you need to make this is coconut oil! Homemade Vanilla Extract via Real Food Enthusiast Homemade and consumable gifts are the way to go! Inexpensive yet creative?

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DIY Christmas Gifts Homemade 91

For the Mommas

JULY 14, 2014

This book can walk you through some really awesome crafting projects that your kids will love and are really inexpensive. Download: Activities for Kids: How To Make Homemade Toys and YAY! It will leave them with a toy that they can have fun with for an hour, week or even a month. Download this book TODAY. by Beth Jonas.

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Sports Kids and Family Inexpensive Free Stuff 51

Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 20, 2012

Consider using a decorated tree ornament instead of a bow, or top off a gift box with homemade or pre-packaged cookies or candy. o Pamper Me: Delight the overworked friend, co-worker, loved one or spouse with a luxurious and inexpensive DIY spa basket. Pair smartphone-ready gloves with iTunes® gift cards. o What’s in a Name?:

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Club Gifts Wine DIY 55

For the Mommas

JANUARY 2, 2016

Replace the graham crackers with cookies in homemade piecrust recipes. Purchase an inexpensive shower curtain or table cloth measure and cut to the size of the original shade. Use the cubes for homemade stuffing or croutons and the ground pieces for meatloaf and meatballs. Put them in the freezer for future use.

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Saving Money Money Finds Reuse 40

For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Thompson: This informative guide offers reliable, effective, non-toxic, all-natural and inexpensive solutions to common home and garden pest problems. Gardening:Organic Pest Control and Pest Repellents by J.

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Gardening Garden Home and Garden Girls 40

For the Mommas

OCTOBER 6, 2015

Replace the graham crackers with cookies in homemade piecrust recipes. Purchase an inexpensive shower curtain or table cloth measure and cut to the size of the original shade. Use the cubes for homemade stuffing or croutons and the ground pieces for meatloaf and meatballs. Put them in the freezer for future use.

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Saving Money Money Finds Used 40

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 24, 2013

Easy (& Inexpensive) Pumpkin Dip. Homemade “Healthier” Pumpkin Bread Recipe. Give these tips a try and put that pumpkin to great (and tasty) use! What will you try first? Don’t forget to check out these Pumpkin Recipes: Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins. And you can always check out my Pumpkin Pinterest Board !

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Used Recipes Dog Treats Cake 89

Couponing 101

MAY 24, 2012

However, if you can, indulge in a pre or post-movie bowl of homemade popcorn instead! I like to plan our movie dates around the days when our theater offers free or really inexpensive popcorn. You won’t believe the savings! Use Coupons – Some movie theaters will offer concession coupons on their websites or Facebook pages.

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Tickets Saving Money Movies Money 86