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Save Money Frugal Tips

  • Friday, May 11th, 2012
    Easy Mother’s Day Craft! Save Money Frugal Tips | (0)
    I babysit two little one's each week and wanted to make something with them for their Mom's for mother's day. This was a easy Mother's Day Craft with very little out of pocket cost, since I used items I had already on hand. You can really use whatever you have already! Supplies:  $1 picture frame Scrapbook sheet of paper Quote from quote book paint glue spray paint {optional} Instructions : 1.After I got home with the frames I took out the glass and traced it onto a piece of Scrapbook paper and cut it out. I had to trim it a little bit to fit into the frame. 2. Then I ...
  • Wednesday, February 8th, 2012
    Coupons + Husbands Do They Mix? Save Money Frugal Tips | (2)
    Grrr...I have to rant for a minute! My husband has an ear infection and sinus congestion right now. He went to the doctor the other day and stopped at Rite Aid to get his prescription. Nothing wrong with the picture yet, but here's why I don't think coupons and husband mix: He bought items at FULL retail! Items we HAVE at home that we got for FREE!  **These were OTC meds he got in addition to his prescription** He didn't use our Rite Aid rewards card He could have use this coupon to save atleast $1 off retail, or this one for another $1 ...
  • Tuesday, January 10th, 2012
    Couponing Rules & Etiquette Save Money Frugal Tips | Comments Off
    All You passed along this great article about couponing rules and how to make sure you don't commit coupon fraud Big No No's DON'T: Scan, copy or print more than the allotted number of printable coupons a website allows. Decode bar codes (a practice by which shoppers use a coupon to buy an entirely different product). Just because you can scan a coupon doesn't mean it's legal to do so. Use expired coupons (unless the store has stated that it is willing to accept them). Buy coupons. Most coupons printed in the United States include a clause that makes them void if transferred—plus, you might be unintentionally purchasing ...
  • Wednesday, November 23rd, 2011
    Homemade Christmas Gift: Indoor Play Fort Kit Christmas Deals, Save Money Frugal Tips | (1)
    If your house is anything like mine, my children often tend to play with things that aren't the latest, greatest HOTTEST toys out there. But usually they love playing with good ol' stand bys: cars, blocks, boxes and "making forts" As I am racking my brain trying to think of what to get my two boys, I thought of the things that they love to play with and have the most fun with. I started to think about how they love to make forts, but it usually drives me nuts because they pull out chairs, blankets, and they can't really make ...
  • Thursday, August 4th, 2011
    DIY: Homemade Bath Crayons! Save Money Frugal Tips | (4)
    Bath Crayons are not something I buy regularly but I am always on the hunt for project my kids can do with me, and making my own bath crayons would not only be fun to make but then fun to use later! You just need: 1 1/4 cups hot water 1 bar of soap Food coloring or soap dye Essential oils, if desired Soap molds Cookie cutters/knife Jenny from The Peaceful Housewife tells you the steps to make your own Bath Crayons! I love to have "teaching" time in the tub with foam letters and now I can use these to help "teach" colors and let my sons have ...
  • Thursday, August 4th, 2011
    Frugal Tips: Make Your Own Furniture Polish! Save Money Frugal Tips | (4)
    Here is an easy furniture polish recipe Merissa from Little House Living has: 1/4 c. vinegar 1 t. olive oil few drops of lemon or orange essential oil Mix this together well before you use so they ingredients are blended. Head over to Little House Living to see another great tip for water stains on furniture!
  • Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011
    DIY: Bouncy Balls! Save Money Frugal Tips | (1)
    If your kids are like mine Bouncy Balls are a HUGE hit! I don't think my boys ever think they have enough! And boy, if I let them make their own, I would be the coolest mom, at least for the day ;) I am definitely trying this project out before the summer is over! Making Memories with your kids will show you how you can take these ingredients and turn them into bouncy balls! 1 Tbls. glue (Elmers glue) 1/2 tsp. Borax 1 Tbls. cornstarch 4 Tbls. warm water food coloring See the steps to make bouncy balls here!
  • Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011
    Frugal Tips: Freezer Cooking or Bulk Cooking Save Money Frugal Tips | (7)
      A great way to save money is NOT to eat out or order in when you are too tired or don't have a lot of time to cook. Freezer Cooking or Bulk Cooking is a great way to have wholesome meals on hand at any time! Plus you can use items you are able to stock up on for cheap {with coupons and sales} but don't want to eat 5 days a week. Rebekah gives you 10 Freezer Cooking Tips to help you get started with freezer cooking! Plus she has some post about her experience with Freezer Cooking in the past. Anyone ...