Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 7, 2011

Thriftiness is not an option but must be your essence of life. If you can base your life on the basis of frugal living, you can easily save a lot of money and get help with paying off your debt. Thriftiness itself can become a self debt relief option and can help you save a lot of money. Leave behind debt relief options.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2012

Some websites offer discounted airline, tour and hotel bundles that can actually save some money. Searching online can save you both money and time. Most of them end up as junk and is a waste of money. Being thrifty and still having a fun vacation is not an impossible task. 6 Ways to Save Money On a Gym Membership.

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APRIL 1, 2021

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 (affiliate link) , that you create a starter emergency fund of $1000. It is NOT a spending account.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 18, 2011

Being thrifty means not spending money when you don’t need to and spending as little as possible, when you do. And unlike regular writing jobs were you get paid a fixed amount of money for 1000 characters of text, you can pay for your next steak dinner with just a good name you came up with on a whim. Reduce, reuse, recycle.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2013

While I am not that thrifty, and I love prettily wrapped gifts, I don’t like to spend a bunch on wrappings. Here are some thoughts on ways to save money when you wrap this years gifts. My 5 year old grand daughter did it last year in my Grandma Rie’s Money Camp. Use paper drop cloth to wrap. Ask for gift boxes.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

If you’re thrifty and willing to compromise, there’s no need to blow the budget when your new arrival joins the family. Here are some tips on how to save money on baby items. For most parents-to-be, buying items on the off-chance that they’ll be needed means that they end up wasting a lot of money. How vital is the item?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 26, 2012

If you like to eat out a lot, and you would like to save some money, here are few tips to save when dining out. Limit Yourself If you dine out regularly, you can limit the number of times that you go out to save some money. If you keep up with how often you eat out, you are more aware of how much money you are spending.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 12, 2013

Last year, we barely had any snow, but in 2010 our street looked like this: My kids LOVE to play in the snow, but I really hate to spend a lot of money on snow gear, because we just never know what kind of winter weather we’ll get here in the center of the state.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 9, 2012

Instead of buying a bunch of titles and spending a lot of money, you can simply loan them out to your friends and family. While Kindles are very useful and fun tools, they can tempt you to spend more money than you should. This is a great option for a family that has multiple Kindles. Call to Action Do you have a Kindle?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 1, 2012

Miss T told me that she thinks everyone is looking for ways to maximize their earnings and stretch their dollar and an article on how to make extra money would be timely. So is there truly money to be made? These are just a handful of examples to demonstrate that money can be made by completing paid online surveys. Paid Surveys.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 13, 2011

Online Money Bloggers is a site directed towards helping bloggers increase their income. Earning this much money from online blogs is a huge achievement and very few have accomplished this goal. 5 Ways For Thrifty People To Make a Few Extra Dollars Online. It starts with a friendly competition in the 30K Challenge.

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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 Thrifty Jinxy.

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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

JULY 13, 2015

Those days are long gone for us now as we’re working hard to cut corners and save money. It is possible to eat out without blowing your budget, it just takes a bit of planning and a few thrifty tips. 15 Smart Tips to Save Money When Eating Out. What tips can you add to help save money when eating out?

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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. by Thrifty Jinxy.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

I remember going through magazines and catalogs picking out the things I would have when we had money. I found that I wasn’t really working for the money (although I wouldn’t have done the work without being paid!), You can do the things you want and need to do whether you have money or not. Your life is your life.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 18, 2016

They are always growing out of clothes and shoes, and it feels like your clothing money is quickly siphoned away. Deals don’t always happen when you expect, so it’s important to have spare money in the budget for the valuable finds. It can be tough to dress yourself on a budget when you have children. Buy Classic Quality.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 19, 2013

In his most recent mini-series, Matt Becker shares How to Start Investing From Scratch – Part 2 over at Mom and Dad Money. With some dedication and determination, you can Make extra money through working from home as Dollar at Easy Extra Dollar points out. PET Archives : Save Money on Rent. PET Archives : Save Money on Rent.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 20, 2012

Print this new $1 off Blink Tears or Blink Gel Tears coupon because you’ll want to use it with a sale starting 1/29 at Walgreens to turn it into a money maker! and get your $8 RR Like getting it FREE, with a $1 money maker after coupon and RR. Thanks A Thrifty Mom !). Deal: Buy Blink Tears Eye Care Drops.33/.5

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 26, 2014

We welcome all things money here. This week’s feature is “ 6 ways to look expensive on a budget ” from The Thrifty Issue. I’m always looking for ways to stretch my limited wardrobe and The Thrifty Issue offers some helpful advice. If it ties into personal finance, we want to read it! Tweet about it.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 9, 2012

My post, My Story on How to Successfully Take Courses While Still Working Full-Time , was included in the Carnival of Financial Camaraderie #32 hosted by Young and Thrifty as well as the Financial Carnival for Young Adults #11 hosted by 20’s Finances. was included in the Carnival of Personal Finance #360 hosted by Money Talks Coaching.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 19, 2014

To save money, I started sun-brewing tea on hot sunny summer days. Don’t spend too much money on a sun tea jar, I see them at yard sales and thrift stores all of the time. This post is linked to Thrifty Thursday. At an average of $2.00 a gallon, the cost adds up when you drink a couple of gallons a week.

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Teresa's Deals

SEPTEMBER 4, 2015

She blogs about ways to help you save money, make money, has lot’s of printables, shares recipes and so much more. She blogs about coupons, household tips, saving money and more. Monica & Cathy over at Fabulessly Frugal are on a mission to help you save money while living a fabulous lifestyle. Louis area.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 29, 2015

Why are we having difficult discussions about money on a daily basis? Being a good example is the first step to teaching your kids how to handle money with maturity. While my husband and I are working towards debt freedom, we will change the way our daughters view money and their future. And why is he driving a 14 year old car?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

Being impulsive with your money can be very detrimental to your financial health. Collecting items not only costs money in the amount it takes to purchase the items, but it makes us feel as if what we have isn’t good enough. They don’t put money aside for their next vacation so they pay for it on credit. Consumerism.

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Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Unless you are adept in ingredient chemistry, skin physiology and even the skincare regulatory environment, it's very difficult to truly know what products are worth your time and money. 3) For people who are looking to save money, what are some things they can DIY at home? I could also make my own shoes to save money.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 12, 2013

Canceling a gym membership has been on every money-saving list that I have ever read. If it goes unused, gym memberships are a big waste of your money. But if you do USE it, then find a gym where you can volunteer in any capacity for a free membership and put that extra money towards your $1000. Are you a member of a gym?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

A good deal on a big bag of fresh lettuce isn’t thrifty if you can’t use it up before it rots. Use the life out of all your appliances, but save up enough money to replace them quickly if they are nearing the end of their lifespan. With fresh food – buy only what you can eat before it goes bad. Go Frugal Go Green'

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 29, 2015

Looking for new recipes, money-saving ideas, home-management tips, and strategies for debt-free living? Links and photos of the week’s money-saving tips, ideas and recipes all in one place. Additional thrifty and money-saving posts that I find from the web. Benefits of Subscribing to the FBS Weekly: It’s FREE!

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Motherhood Moments

MARCH 17, 2023

Don't misunderstand me, there is nothing wrong with stadiums or racing teams, but by not having to expend money on these and other incredibly large ticket items, we are able to pass that money in savings to our consumers, and provide quality service. Scott Ballard, Chief of Staff for Red Pocket.

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Saving With Shellie

APRIL 9, 2012

Thanks Thrifty & Thriving !). Hurry and print these two offers because rebates forms never last long and I bet the coupon will reach it’s print limit quickly. Find more hot printable coupons I’ve posted recently. Plus, you can search the Saving with Shellie Coupon Database for more great coupons.

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Motherhood Moments

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

It also released its nationally representative 2023 Valentine’s Day Spending Survey , which found that more than 1 in 4 of Americans expect their Valentine to not spend any money on gifts this year. Half of Americans would break up with their significant other if they spent money irresponsibly. Reckless Spending Leads to Breakups.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 27, 2012

Saving money is always an appealing concept, for just about everybody, but even for people who are particularly conscious of keeping costs low, there are a few occasions and types of events that seem to demand high costs no matter how hard you try. Have your wedding reception at a venue that is already equipped for a large event.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 16, 2012

Two Years of Blogging Here are some highlights from the last 24 months: Top 8 Most Viewed Articles: Why Being Rich is Overated How to Make Your Own Clothes How to Build A Bird Feeder from Recycled Materials 5 Ways to End World Hunger How to Make Millions with Passive Income Frugal Anniversary Gifts that Will Win Her Over How to Save Hundreds of Dollars (..)

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 17, 2013

AirBNB is a great way to save money on travel. You’ll save quite a bit of money by going just outside of the busy season; instead of travelling to Europe between June-September, go at the beginning of October. Use AirBNB or Equivalent . Instead of going to Cuba in December, try April. How about you? Travel Tips'

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Birmingham Bargain Mom

OCTOBER 24, 2011

Don't forget to get a name.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 22, 2012

Penniless Parenting hosted the Festival of Frugality – Life Stages Edition and included YFS’ post, Thrifty Ways to Save on Travel. Meal Plan Rescue hosted the Lifestyle Carnival #2 and included my post, How to Quit Smoking Naturally , as did Not Made of Money who hosted Yakezie Carnival – Daytona Edition.

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