Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

We generally recommend that if it’s a product you use regularly, you may want to check prices to see whether you’d be better off buying it in bulk. If you do the same oral hygiene routine once or twice a day, you probably wind up using a lot of your favorite products over the course of a year. Paper Goods.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 2, 2012

Where possible, try to avoid gifts that use batteries. There’s a lot of discussion about the etiquette of re-giving an unwanted gift. Done tactfully and with care, re?gifting Lower the Impact of Christmas Lighting Excessive use of electricity drains the environment’s natural resources. Plus, green. This is.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 23, 2013

We decided to re-label 10 empty wine bottles using a picture of an historical event for each decade of her life. I already had saved up a box full of wine bottles, in hopes of selling them at my next garage sale, so we didn’t have any cash outlay for those. 3 sheets 12 x 12 black flocked paper $5.97.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 4, 2019

If you’re prepared to put in the effort, you can craft your own tool to guide you towards savings. As you collect more data, you may be able to identify sales trends and cycles, so you’ll know when to shop for the best deals on your favorite products. What Is a Price Book? Why Do You Need a Price Book?

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

We could really use an intentional month of frugalness to reset our mindset. If you’re new to writing a budget, read: How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!) One way to track your spending is to log all of your purchases, bills, atm withdrawals, and any outgoing on notebook paper at the end of each day.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

These are strategies I use weekly to help keep my grocery bill in line with our budget. As my kids have grown into teenagers who eat as much as adults, I spend about $800-1000/month–this includes anything I buy at the grocery store, so it includes paper and cleaning products. Seriously, my kids claim hunger ALL.DAY.LONG.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 1, 2014

The day after Christmas (what we Canadians call “Boxing Day”), when many people were out snagging deals with post-Christmas sales, I snuggled in with a cup of tea and my two dogs to watch No Impact Man. Stop Using Paper/Plastic Plates, etc. Stop Using Paper/Plastic Plates, etc. This blew my mind.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 13, 2011

There are many easy ways you can be eco-friendly with a credit card; all it takes are a few key decisions and instead of adding the the problem, you’re actually being a proactive solution. Here are some suggestions you might find useful: It Starts With The Choice of Credit Card. Save The Trees. Four Crazy Credit Card Scams.

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Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Just before school starts, stores run some pretty awesome sales on school supplies. These sales are a terrific opportunity to buy everything you think you might need during the year. You might stock up on extra notebooks, pencils, and whatever else you think your child might use up during the year. Hit Dollar Stores.

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Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 28, 2016

Puffs Facial Tissue 48 or 56 ct will be on sale for $0.99. Buy one and use one $0.25/1 You will get $3 Extra Bucks when you buy one Wet N Wild 1-Step Wonder Gel Nail Color or Max Volume Mascara on sale for $4.79 (limit 3.). Buy one and use one $2/1 coupon. Net price is FREE after sale and stacked coupons.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 18, 2016

A store coupon can be used only at that particular store offering the coupon. A Manufacturer coupon is offered from a particular brand and can be used at most stores. Sunday Paper. The Sunday paper is number one on this list, since it is the most popular place to find coupons. 9 Places to Find Grocery Coupons.

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 7, 2012

We are seeing killer sales AND there will be a lot of clearance in the next few weeks ~. 2 Five Star Reinforced Filler Paper Products Coupon. And while you’re there, grab the Free Scotch Magic Tape too!! 2 Five Star Products including Student Planning Coupon. Five Star 1-Subject Notebook $1.00 (ends 8/11). Pay: $0.50.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Maybe it is just something you found at a sale that doesn’t quite match your decor. First I looked online to see what the average cost of re-upholstery services were. Along the way, on one of my garage sale shopping expeditions, I stumbled across a matched pair of wing backs (non-reclining) for $20 each.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

If you need to find some wiggle room in your budget, or combat the rising grocery prices, or maybe make room for your family’s growing appetites, take a look at the following list and see what changes you can make to reduce what you’re spending on groceries…and still eat really well! You’ll be thankful later.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 1, 2015

It’s a little more expensive per pound, but we’re getting bored with chicken and it was on sale this week. I also made chicken stock using my slow cooker method. How I Use Pinterest for Meal Planning. 10 Paper Products to Avoid. It is my favorite cut of pork. Would you like to lower your grocery bill?

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 15, 2016

Sunday: Day 2 of a weekend long swim meet, so I took advantage of a sale at Giant, buy a store made Stromboli and get a store made pizza FREE. I had leftover rotisserie chicken in the freezer and I used my homemade chicken stock. We’re all looking for new weekly meal plan ideas. How I Use Pinterest for Meal Planning.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 2, 2015

” And there is one tool that I use that makes meal planning very easy. This simple spiral notebook is what I use to plan our meals and my shopping list. I use one page per week and on the left side of the page, I list the days of the week and write down my meal ideas. I use the right side of the page for my grocery list.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 22, 2014

I took at least three trunks full of “stuff” to Goodwill, I had a garage sale, and I sold things online. However, I wasn’t able to complete the job before moving day arrived, so some of our “stuff” we didn’t need came with us. How does the stuff take over even when you’re trying to manage it?

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

I bought another type of white fish that was on sale, but I don’t remember what kind. Friday: We’re going out to dinner with some friends to a local favorite diner. We’re always looking for new weekly meal plan ideas. How I Use Pinterest for Meal Planning. 10 Paper Products to Avoid.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 11, 2019

These discounts are different from the ones you see posted in the items, so be sure to shop using both! If you already have a Target.com account, you can log in using that. When you see a coupon you want to use, just click and save it to your account. Filter it down by category or search specific products and brands.

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Couponing 101

DECEMBER 6, 2018

Never used a coupon in your life? With this method you just file your inserts by date in a box and use an online coupon database to find the coupon you need. Some stores only give the sale prices to card-holders. Read the weekly store ads to see what is on sale and which stores have the best prices on the items you need.

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Saving With Shellie

JUNE 2, 2017

That means you pay the sale price and then 100% of the cost will be posted to your Office Depot Rewards account the month after your purchase. If you’re not already a member, it’s free to join ! Here are a few of the deals you find: Bounty Paper Towels 8 Count Pack – $10.39. Get 100% Back in Office Depot Rewards.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 25, 2016

Sweet potatoes were on sale for.79/lb I served one for dinner Monday night and used the other for Tuesday night’s dinner. They’re already cooked, so I just add some marinara sauce and made sandwiches. These posts will help: How to Save Money on Groceries WITHOUT Using Coupons. 10 Paper Products to Avoid.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 1, 2015

Kroger Mega Sale: Wisk Laundry Detergent 50oz Bottles ONLY $0.99 Wisk Laundry Detergent 50oz bottles will be included in the Kroger Mega Sale starting tomorrow PLUS we just had a new matching printable pop up for $4.00 each wyb 4 participating Mega Sale items, mix and match. Ance they’re gone… They’re GONE!!!

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 3, 2015

Kroger Mega Sale: Birds Eye Steamfresh Flavor Fulls for Only $0.49 Here’s another great deal for all you Mega Sale shoppers. Birds Eye Steamfresh Flavor Fulls are included in the Kroger Mega Sale for only $1.49 each wyb 4 participating Mega Sale items. Use (1) $1/1 Birds Eye Steamfresh Flavor Full printable.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 10, 2019

If you’re lucky enough to live in one of the seven states where Publix operates, you’re going to want to read this guide! If you shop wisely, pay attention to sales, and use coupons, you can save a ton of money, and I am going to show you how! You can browse it online or pick up a paper copy in-store.

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Saving Everyday

MAY 12, 2015

You can use this on the small jars at Dollar Tree and pay just $0.50 These also go on sale BOGO a lot at the grocery stores, so grab it while it’s available and hold onto it for a sale! While you’re there, you can grab these deals too: Haribo Candy – $1.00. Bounty Basic Paper Towels – $1.00.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 23, 2015

And they’re really not hard to make. Let’s talk bread crumbs: I use Panko. I find Panko on sale often for $1. You can use regular store-bought or homemade bread crumbs, but I’ve had more success with Panko and $1 is pretty cheap. Set up a plate lined with paper towels.

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Couponing 101

APRIL 2, 2019

As you start to shop and use your digital coupons, you will be able to access and review your coupon savings history online. These offers and sales are specific to each location, so you’ll have to type in your zip code and select your preferred store to view the ad. DG | home: paper goods, cleaning supplies, and other home goods.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2015

When you can reuse or re-purpose an item, you are not only saving it from the landfills, but you are also saving the expense and energy which would have been expended when you recycle. I cut a heavy blue plastic trash bag into triangles, stapled them over a rope and hung the rope across the driveway to block those drivers from using it.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 27, 2013

After 7 years of renting it to vacationers on a nightly basis, and using it occasionally ourselves, I have decided to let a local company lease it on a yearly basis. On top of that, they charge a fee to re-supply your condo with little soaps, and starter detergents, toilet paper and all the other little things renters expect.

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Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Knowing more about the retailers you’re likely to purchase from can save you valuable seconds to help you snag the best deals. Retailers may give subscribers and followers a heads-up on upcoming sales, so signing up to receive information can be an easy way to get an inside track.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 20, 2014

You’ll also be able to see if there are any coupons available to match up with the sales! Favado is very easy to use. Comparison Shop Find the best deals on the items your shopping for by using the Favado app to compare prices. After you’ve downloaded the app and logged in, you can start exploring!

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 29, 2016

I used the recipe on the cornmeal bag and I baked in my cast iron skillet. Tuesday: I made Burrito Bowls using leftovers from Monday night. Pork tenderloin is a pricier cut of pork, but our favorite, so I buy it occasionally when it is on sale. The sale price was $2.77 How I Use Pinterest for Meal Planning.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 8, 2015

I bought a huge watermelon that was on sale and we had it several nights as a side dish. Tip #1: I slow cooked 2 bone-in chicken breasts and 2 packs of chicken thighs and used some of the meat for Monday nights dinner. I used it for Wednesday night’s dinner. I also used leftover ham and peppers that I had in the freezer.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 5, 2015

They used 22 plastic bags to bag 31 items. We’re fairly new to camping. We have a pop up and a small propane grill that we use to make most of our meals. My oldest daughter loves sausage burgers, so when they’re on sale, which is quite frequently, I buy them. It’s sale price is $9.99

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Saving With Shellie

OCTOBER 12, 2016

The Silhouette CAMEO is an electronic cutting machine for personal use. However, instead of printing it uses a small blade to cut paper, cardstock, vinyl, fabric and more up to 12″ wide and 10 feet long. Find more great Amazon Deals like cheap MP3 albums, grocery savings and toy sales.

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