Saving In Akron

OCTOBER 21, 2011

Gluten Free, Hassle Free: Planning and Cooking Simple Gluten Free Meals by Marlisa Brown. Baby Shower Gift Printables from Sew, Mama, Sew. A Home for Christmas by Deborah Grace Staley. Prevention Healthy Favorites: Chicken Recipes: 48 Easy and Delicious Meals by Prevention Editors. American Baby Subscription.

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Freebie Friday Freebies Fridays Sewing 113

Couponing 101

MARCH 5, 2012

The best part is that the project is really simple and requires very little sewing. Check out this super easy-to-follow tutorial on how to make your own produce bag from an old t-shirt ! This is a great way to be eco-friendly and save money by using what you already have on hand. Thanks, Delia Creates ! Please send me an email !

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Frugal Making Sewing Saving Money 87

Saving In Akron

MARCH 23, 2012

Investing Made Simple: Index Fund Investing and ETF Investing Explained in 100 Pages or Less by Mike Piper. Amy Butler Sewing Patterns. Multiplication Worksheets & Fact Cards. Shout Color Catcher Sample. How To Find A Job: When There Are No Jobs 2012 Edition by Paul Rega. Healthy Recipes For Your Nutritional Type.

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Freebie Friday Freebies Fridays Colognes 127

Couponing 101

JUNE 11, 2015

This list has some simple and elegant gifts that anyone would love — dad, grandpa, brother, friend, cousin, uncle, etc. Father’s Day Grillin’ Towel via Craft Whatever This is a very simple sewing tutorial to make a handmade grilling towel for Dad. Little Handmade Notebooks via See Kate Sew These are amazing.

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Nicoles Nickels

JUNE 10, 2014

This is the Caroline Clutch from I Think Sew. This Simple Fold Over Clutch by Love to Sew also zips close and according to the maker (the pattern is from Flamingo Toes on Craftsy) goes together quickly! I also appreciate the simple magnetic closure. It has a patterned fabric inside with a small pocket.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

Provide entertainment for your baby when lying in their crib with mobiles, simple pictures on the ceiling or walls, crib toys stretched across within their line of sight, or just a lamp that throws shadows on the walls. Put simple toys just out of reach so baby has to stretch to get them and learn about effort and reward.

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Baby Music Sewing Machines Musical Instruments 185

Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 21, 2014

Instead, I think a frog closure would work well, or even a simple loop & button! See Kate Sew has a project she refers to as Sweatshirt Liposuction ! I think it is just removing the collar, cuffs, and bottom, slit up the middle then sew around the raw edges to keep from rolling. But there are a few pins of it out there.

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Sewing School Lunch DIY Work 72

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 23, 2013

There are simple ways to meditate that can help you with mental clarity and stress reduction as well as giving your brain some exercise. Reading is a simple and relaxing activity that is also exercise for your brain and it doesn’t matter what you read; it can be the newspapers, fiction or non-fiction.

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Couponing 101

DECEMBER 21, 2012

If you like to sew, try your hand at these adorable Handmade Retro Fabric Christmas Lights. These Anthropologie-Inspired Christmas Tree Jars are simple, elegant, and easy to make. These Scrap Fabric Trees add a simple touch of Christmas in the house. You can save on homemade gifts, home decor, recipes, and much more.

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Frugal Christmas Home Homemade 99

Couponing 101

JUNE 29, 2019

There is no sewing required. Wacky Sensory Sacks via Somewhat Simple. Eye Spy Sensory Bag via Learning 4 Kids. Probably one of my favorite sensory plays. It’s the very beginning days of hide and seek. You fill a bag with dry rice and tiny little treasures and trinkets. Edible Moon Sand via Powerful Mothering.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 23, 2014

A Heart Prepared – A simple & Effective Scripture Memory System by Jami Balmet. “A Simple Homeschool Planner” by Tsh Oxenreider. Real Food, Reflections, and Simple Living for the Christian Year by Daniel and Haley Stewart. My Simple Healthy Life by Tammie Nelson. Don’t wait!

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Sale Kids and Family Simple Mom 138

Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 16, 2014

Frugal Cooking for Simple Living by Michael Holtby. Amy Butler Sewing Patterns. Basic Economics for Students and Non Students Alike by Jerry Wyant. Food Rules for Weight Loss and Dieting by David Fry *. Father’s Day Banner. Fairytales Every Child Should Know. Mickey and Minnie Party Printables. Thread Words (Game).

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Memorial Day Freebies Recipes Student 51

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2014

3 Vital Tips You Need to Start a Frugal Lifestyle How to Be a Frugal Shopper How To Be a Frugal Family Should You Learn To Sew? Simple Things You Can Do to Be Environmentally Friendly and… Go Frugal' What’s your favorite strategy for learning to live frugally in a new location?

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Couponing 101

MAY 2, 2015

This list has some simple and elegant gifts that anyone would love — mom, grandma, sister, friend, cousin, aunt, etc. From jewelry & sewing projects to body scrubs & homemade coasters, there’s something for everyone! They are so simple to make, but the finished product looks fantastic. I love it!

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DIY Gifts Bath and Body Works Flowers and Gifts 40

Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 13, 2012

This tutorial from Seams Happy walks you through a simple sewing pattern to make your own reusable Swiffer duster refills. According to Real Simple magazine , all you need is a dab of vegetable oil on a soft cloth to have shiny, well-buffed shoes. Simply throw the duster into the wash and it is ready to use again!

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DIY Homemade Coffee Mate Reuse 49

The Bargain Hunter Extraordinaire

OCTOBER 1, 2012

If you are looking to update your clothing but don't have the power of sewing behind you there's no need to worry as you can still update your clothing without it needing to cost you a fortune. If you've got an old plain cardigan you can update it by sewing on some ribbon bows or creating and sewing on a design with beads.

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Clothes Clothing Sewing Machines 40

Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

Singer Basic 18-Stitch Simple Sewing Machine - $64.99 Disney Princess Ballerina Gift Set - $10 LEGO Construction Sets - 50% Off Singer Zigzag Sewing Machine - $12.99 Singer Basic 18-Stitch Simple Sewing Machine - $64.99 Apparel 3-pack Men's Knit Gloves - $2.99 Maxell 4GB SDHC Card - $4.99

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Kmart 2011 Fridays Sewing Machines 55

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 28, 2013

Start a garden, take up a new hobby, take a class in something new, learn a new skill, take up a creative pursuit like painting or sewing, volunteer your time at a community organization. Don’t put it off; look for the simple pleasure around you every day and make the decision to be happy today and every day.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

If you have multiple bathrooms and don’t want to duplicate cleaning supplies, get a carry container (which can be as simple as a plastic bucket or cardboard box ) to put the cleaning supplies – and store it in the most frequently cleaned bathroom. Then always start your cleaning chores in that bath and move to the others.

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Organic Organization Home Painting 177

Couponing 101

DECEMBER 18, 2014

Peppermint Sugar Scrub via Real Food Enthusiast Bath & beauty stores make a killing on this stuff because most of us don’t realize how simple it is to make at home. Simple Coconut Oil Lip Gloss via Mad in Crafts With only four ingredients and a few simple supplies, you can easily make your own lip gloss.

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DIY Christmas Gifts Homemade 91

Frugal Luxuries

DECEMBER 13, 2012

You may settle yourself in a comfortable chair and hand sew or craft over a deep (2 inch) lap-size tray (you may substitute cardboard boxes, or jelly roll pans if you have no trays available). Doing this keeps your mess within a confined space (the tray) and makes clean up simple and easy. wrote about it HERE. )

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2015

If you want to get fancy, draw, paint or sew buttons on it for eyes. You all know you can make puppets for kids from an old sock. Just slip it over your hand and use your thumb and fingers to make a mouth. My spouse uses socks to store seldom used delicate items (like his fancier watches, rings, antique compasses, and etc.). Clothes pins.

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 4, 2016

If you are handy at sewing, look for patterns online for simple people or animal puppets to make using a variety of materials, including fabric, felt, yarn, and even old socks. Using paint, fabric, stickers, glitter, and other embellishments, you can decorate it anyway you would like. Then decide on your puppets.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2011

Ny taking your own bags, reusing plastic bags you already have or even sewing some fabric bags from old t-shirts and things you can save a lot. Just a few simple changes to your daily routing can produce a significant drop in your bills. Many shops now charge you for bags which can be anywhere from 10cents to $1 a bag.

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Nicoles Nickels

JUNE 18, 2013

This is an absolutely no-sew version from Watch Out for the Woestmans. From Meream at Bored and Crafty , here is a very simple sewn coverup. Auna shows you how to do some more tapering, so if you want to do that, go here to find out how. Doranda uses a hot glue gun to adhere the straps!

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Work With What You've Got

MAY 5, 2009

Oh how I wish I could sew, but I am alarmingly bad at it, trust me). These are just a simple hoop and bead combo, I have some more design-y earrings I am wearing today that I am totally excited to show you. I made her these as a sort of bigger earring that remains simple and neutral for every day wear. AND THEN…I met Tina.

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Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 15, 2012

Electronics Barnes & Noble NOOK Simple Touch - $39.99 Singer Heavy Duty Sewing Machine - $99.99 Electronics Barnes & Noble NOOK Simple Touch - $39.99 Singer Heavy Duty Sewing Machine - $99.99 Gloria Vanderbilt Amanda Jeans for Misses and Petites - $16.99 Studio 36 Pashmina Style Wraps - $7.99

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Sears 2012 Fridays Home and Garden 63

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

This simple three-step system provides protection from daily elements and styling, leaving hair healthy, shiny and damage-free all year long. Each May Book is 5×8 inches with 80 pages and the binding is hand sewn on a sewing machine. Purchase Information: Drugstores nationwide. Product Price: $6.99.

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2012 Gifts Holiday Good Housekeeping 102

Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 10, 2013

While there are no instructions, I think all you would need is a template and then sew around the edges and Voila! Here is another very simple felt stocking made elegant with a double fabric single initial monogram. So here is a perfect stocking from Michele at Sew Sweet Vintage: the Denim Christmas Stocking.

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Christmas Sewing DIY Thanksgiving 75

Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 15, 2013

If you were lucky, you had a parent that could sew who would help you whip up something fancy. I’m going to start with a few that I found on Real Simple (a magazine I LOVE). This last one from Real Simple is a Turquoise Peacock. When I was kid (way back in the stone age, before fire was discovered!) I love this Shark !

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Homemade Halloween Clothing and Accessories Kids and Family 61