Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

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 last minute ideas to find some extra cash for your Christmas spending. I was just working on it yesterday as I was making some notes of gift ideas for my kids.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 21, 2014

Since my kids play on the floors a lot I feel like I need to clean the floors often and that isn’t fun. I didn’t bother sewing the squares to have neat edges, like I’ve seen on Pinterest. Thanks for supporting Family Balance Sheet. And there lies my dilemma. It seemed like a lot of waste too.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 4, 2015

I manage the finances for our business and our family and by August 2013, I felt the weight of the situation. On top of our normal day to day expenses, the new property taxes were due, we had more ownership expenses than we realized, and we had a family to feed. I wasn’t sure how I was going to pay for everything that month.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 3, 2014

Here are your Friday Freebies: Free Sample of Dolce & Gabbana Perfume Free Sample of Tums Freshers Free Sample of L’Oreal Paris Advanced Hair Care Free Sample of Align Probiotics Free Full-Sized Snickers Candy Bar Free Better Homes & Gardens Magazine Subscription Free Mini Photo Brag Book from Walgreens Free 20-Point Kelloggs Family (..)

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Freebie Friday Home and Garden Sewing 2014 66

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Learn to hem and patch and sew on buttons to repair minor issues with clothing. Instead of taking the family to a movie, have a home movie night with friends and family. Instead of taking the family to a professional sports game, attend a little league game near your home and cheer on the neighbor’s child.

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Making Do Making Green And Frugal Friends And Family Sale 219

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 23, 2014

Thank you for supporting Family Balance Sheet! 76 Free Things to Do with Kids: A Real Mom’s Guide Shannon Brown. Christmas Printables for Kids by Kristy Howard. Filling Hearts While Cleaning Homes: Five Minute Devotionals for Families by Lindsey Stomberg and Jennifer Thorson of PurposefulMom.com.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Last weekend my grown son was home for our autumn family picnic. Socks make soft containers for seldom used jewelry or if you have kids, they can be great puppets. They also make great summertime kid play tents when attached to the clothesline and can be used to hide items from view in a car or van while traveling.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 17, 2013

I just can''t justify that price for kids shoes; their feet grow like weeds. I''m no seamstress, but I can sew on a button. Me too, but these Keen''s were in great condition and were only $2.50, so I bought the shoes and simply washed them in hot water in the washing machine when I got home. These shoes retail for $49.95.

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Teresa's Deals

APRIL 28, 2015

Head over to michaels.com and use the promo code to save on all the popular product categories including art supplies, baking, beading and jewelry making, kids crafts, sewing and needlework and more. Shop Lord and Taylor for designer clothing, handbags, shoes for women, men and kids. Please remember that you also receive $3.95

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Clothing and Accessories Jewelry and Watches Michael's Shoes 100

Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

Family Sweaters - 40% Off Family Outerwear - 50% Off Hanes 7+1 Bonus Pack Briefs - $6.99 Hunting Apparel - 50% Off Entire Stock Kids' Athletech Athletic Footwear - 50% Off Women's Magic Hats and Gloves - 99¢ Appliances Kenmore 7-cubit-foot Chest Freezer - $179.99 Apparel 3-pack Men's Knit Gloves - $2.99

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

I’m in my 60’s, I’ve been married to the love of my life for 44 years and we have two adult “kids.” We consider her our “bonus kid” and our family is extremely close. I still remember saving my change as a kid so I could “shop” for books at yard sales.) My mom cut coupons and sewed her own clothes and mine, as well.

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Green And Frugal Kids and Family Hotel Frugal 178

Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 19, 2012

Apparel Athletech Family Athletic Footwear (Select) - $9.99 Entire Stock Riders by Lee Women's Relaxed-Fit Denim - $10 Route 66 Young Men's Basic Denim - $10 Route 66 Kids' Tees - $3 Team Jackets - $49.99 Singer Battery Operated Zigzag Chain Stitch Sewing Machine - $10.99 HP Pavilion 15.6" Magellan 5.0"

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Most of my evenings/weekends are just hanging out (largely at home and in the yard with my family). As an adult, I can see it was likely a mixture of not enough income, high cost of living area, mismanagement of money, and kids just being expensive for single mothers particularly. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2015

You all know you can make puppets for kids from an old sock. If you want to get fancy, draw, paint or sew buttons on it for eyes. I bake Christmas cookies every year to give away to family and friends. I’ve never done this myself but food.com has this recipe for Tin Can Cakes. Coffee can.

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Couponing 101

DECEMBER 18, 2014

Handprint Snowmen on Canvas Craft via eighteen25 Construction paper is fine, but here’s another way for kiddos to put something unique together for friends and family members. PRICELESS when you consider how much your kids will love you and how their imaginations will thrive once they’re cozy inside, playing and dreaming.

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Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

Boots for Kids - $14.99 Kids'' Character Slippers - $6.99 Boots for Kids - $14.99 Kids'' Character Slippers - $6.99 Boots for Kids - $14.99 Kids'' Character Slippers - $6.99 Discovery Kids Digital Camera - $19.99 Vivo by Singer Sewing Machine - $49.99

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2014 Fridays Mail In Rebate Handbags and Wallets 69

Nicoles Nickels

SEPTEMBER 14, 2013

From an interfering mother whose love for her daughters is limitless, to a newly single woman who is forced to find herself after she thinks she has lost everything, both films are laugh-out-loud hilarious and fun for the whole family. These are 4 really great family DVD’s that you and the kids will love!

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DVDs Giveaway Family Sewing 111

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 28, 2014

8:00 am: Little Tikes Lalaloopsy Sew Cute Playhouse. 11:00 am: Pictopia-Family Trivia Game: Disney Edition. 8:00 am: Little Tikes Lalaloopsy Sew Cute Playhouse. 11:00 am: Pictopia-Family Trivia Game: Disney Edition. 1:00 pm: Trademark Global Foam Floor Alphabet Puzzles Mat for Kids. 8:40 am: Razor Dune Buggy.

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Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 5, 2014

Procter & Gamble and Family Dollar want to share ideas on how to make your family’s clothes last longer. Family Dollar shoppers take pride in making their families’ look and feel their best, and clothes are an important part of that equation. A Better Clean for Every Dollar. Enter the Giveaway! Downy Unstoppables.

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 25, 2015

9 am EST: Adora Doll Accessories My First Doll Small Umbrella Stroller for Kids 2 years & up. 12 pm EST: Pure Fun 48-Inch Kids Super Jumper Trampoline. 7 pm EST: Adora My First Baby Tee 15″ Soft Comforting Baby Doll for Kids Aged 12 months & up. 50% or More Off Frozen Styles for the Family.

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 27, 2015

3 pm EST: Zitrades Baby Night Light Rainbow Toddler Nightlight for Kids with Sensor. 3 pm EST: Khombu Jack and Jill Suede Snow Boot (Little Kid/Big Kid). 6:35 pm EST: Kid Trax Disney Princess 6V Toddler Quad Ride On, Pink. 50% or More Off Frozen Styles for the Family. Prime Early Access Deal.

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November 2015 October Car Audio and Video Accessories 40

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 25, 2015

9 am EST: Adora Doll Accessories My First Doll Small Umbrella Stroller for Kids 2 years & up. 12 pm EST: Pure Fun 48-Inch Kids Super Jumper Trampoline. 7 pm EST: Adora My First Baby Tee 15″ Soft Comforting Baby Doll for Kids Aged 12 months & up. 50% or More Off Frozen Styles for the Family.

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November 2015 October Amazon 40

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

Discovery Kids digital camera – $19.99. All family games – $14.99. Vivo by Singer Sewing Machine – $49.99. :: Floor Care. FitBit Flex – $74.99 after $25 Mail-In-Rebate. Black Series 2-pk Boxing Robots – $24.99. Remote-controlled cars and helicopters – 55% off select models. 50% off Nerf.

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2014 Fridays Kohls Barbie 79

For the Mommas

OCTOBER 22, 2015

Here is a complete list of the savings: ::Amazon Gold Box Deals:: 64% Off the Singer 7469Q Confidence Quilter Factory Serviced Computerized Sewing and Quilting Machine. 9:05 am EST: Techege Toys Bump’n'Go Tool Truck for Kids Fun Builder with Lights and Sounds Learn’n'Play Real Tools! Invicta Watches Starting at $42.99.

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 26, 2015

53% OFF Brother XM2701 Lightweight, Full-Featured Sewing Machine with 27 Stitches, 1-Step Auto-Size Buttonholer, 6 Sewing Feet, and Instructional DVD. 50% or More Off Frozen Styles for the Family. Up to 50% off Festive Fall Kid’s and Baby Apparel. End Date: November 3, 2015. Up to 80% Off Morganite Jewelry.

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 22, 2015

Amazon Gold Box Deals:: 64% Off the Singer 7469Q Confidence Quilter Factory Serviced Computerized Sewing and Quilting Machine. 9:05 am EST: Techege Toys Bump’n’Go Tool Truck for Kids Fun Builder with Lights and Sounds Learn’n’Play Real Tools! 10:30 am EST: Totes Boys/Girls Aspen Snow Boot (Little Kid/Big Kid).

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Lightning Deals:: 9 am EST: Bentgo Kids Children’s Lunch Box – Bento-styled Lunch Solution Offers Durable, Leak-proof, On-the-go Meal and Snack Packing (Blue). 11:05 am EST: Aoneky Kids Baseball Set Including Bat and Ball. 2:05 pm EST: Bontempi Toy Trumpet Horn for Kids. Up to 30% Off Skechers Kids Shoes.

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Saving Cents With Sense

DECEMBER 10, 2015

Lightning Deals:: 9 am EST: Server Design 1 – Kids Ages 8-14 Learn to Code in Java & Create Their Very Own Server with Minecraft ® (PC & Mac). 9 am EST: Shoes of Soul Kid’s Faux Fur Lined Boots. Award Winning Family Game. 9:05 am EST: Peaceable Kingdom / Say The Word Award Winning Family Cooperative Game.

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Clothing and Accessories 2015 December Amazon 53

For the Mommas

DECEMBER 6, 2015

Up to 45% Off Select Pacific Bikes & Accessories for the Whole Family. 9:40 am EST: JUKI MO654DE Portable Thread Serger Sewing Machine. 10:05 am EST: Olive Kids Train, Planes and Trucks Nap Mat. 11:05 am EST: Olive Kids Heroes Nap Mat. 2:05 pm EST: Kids Only Disney Princess Nouveau Activity Table Set.

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Jewelry 2015 December Clothing and Accessories 40

Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 10, 2013

If you are just starting your family and want to have matching stockings, or just like change, here are some DIY stockings that I found cute or pretty or interesting. If you have or are around kids at all then you must know about the Minions from the Despicable Me movies. Here is a great tutorial from Anna at Noodlehead.com.

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Christmas Sewing DIY Thanksgiving 75

For the Mommas

APRIL 10, 2014

I love making things, cooking, spending time with our wonderful families and REALLY love seeing my boys smile from ear to ear. It makes it nice for my family that drives the 100 miles to come celebrate both of their birthdays together. My first big undertaking was the felt capes and masks that I made using each kids favorite color.

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Birthday DIY Sewing Machines Building 77

Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 15, 2013

When I was kid (way back in the stone age, before fire was discovered!) If you were lucky, you had a parent that could sew who would help you whip up something fancy. It’s cute, easy, visible in the dark and doesn’t block the kid’s view (no tripping). First off is this Yellow Duckling. I love this Shark !

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Homemade Halloween Clothing and Accessories Kids and Family 61

Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 27, 2015

9:40 am EST: Easy Stitcher Table Top Sewing Machine. 1:05 pm EST: Li’l Woodzeez Family Treehouse. Up to 50% Off Crocs Kids Shoes. Prime Early Access Deal. 9:40 am EST: BLACK+DECKER BDH3600SV 2-in-1 Lithium Stick Vacuum with ORA Technology, 36-volt. Prime Early Access Deal. Prime Early Access Deal. Prime Early Access Deal.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 1, 2014

The other deals that are going to give you your money’s worth in the Target Cyber Monday Sale are: Buy One Get One 50% Off on Clothing, Shoes & Accessories for the family: Disney® Princess Girls’ 2-Piece Pajama Set from Disney Princess $5.00. Brother Electronic Sewing Machine $99.00.

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 27, 2015

9:40 am EST: Easy Stitcher Table Top Sewing Machine. 1:05 pm EST: Li’l Woodzeez Family Treehouse. Up to 50% Off Crocs Kids Shoes. Prime Early Access Deal. 9:40 am EST: BLACK+DECKER BDH3600SV 2-in-1 Lithium Stick Vacuum with ORA Technology, 36-volt. Prime Early Access Deal. Prime Early Access Deal. Prime Early Access Deal.

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 14, 2015

9:15 am EST: Carter’s Arianna Short Slip-On Boot (Toddler/Little Kid). 1:55 pm EST: Cooking Class: 57 Fun Recipes Kids Will Love to Make (and Eat!). 3 pm EST: Sewing School: 21 Sewing Projects Kids Will Love to Make. 11:05 pm EST: Janod Duck Family Stacker Toy, Mixed. Up to 50% Off Crocs Kids Shoes.

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 20, 2015

9:05 am EST: Charades Party Game – Family Charades-in-a-Box Compendium Board Game. 9:50 am EST: Bike Basket with Lightups – Kid’s Bicycle Basket with Three Motion Activated Blinking Flowers. 12:05 pm EST: Kids Authority All in One Children Piano/Keyboard/Microphone/Stand – Junior Piano – Blue.

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