One we try to save money on our grocery budget is by incorporating+6 dinner for breakfast once a week. Breakfast meals are cheap and as a bonus it is really easy to make! So a much as my pocketbook likes them there is only so much of the basic eggs and toast or pancakes and girl can take! So I started looking into some easier things to make that are still yummy, and one that has stuck (amongst several failures) are these Denver Omelette Sliders. Denver Omelette Sliders 8 pk Dinner Rolls 12 Eggs 4 slices Sandwich Ham 7 slices American Cheese 1 small Onion diced 1 Green Pepper diced Salt and Pepper, to taste Preheat oven to 350. Spray 9x13 pan with nonstick spray. Whisk eggs until blended. Pour into prepared pan. Distribute diced peppers and onions throughout the pan. Bake for 30 … [Read more...]
How I Score My Kids Clothes Totally Free!
There is a basic way I get my kids clothes basically free. I recently posted how I Made Money on my Kids Halloween Costumes. Using the same concept I can pretty much get 4 kids worth of clothes for free. Ready for my trick? It's so easy! I shop garage sales, church sales, and thrift stores for our kids clothes. I buy clothes in top condition and many times still new with tags. I also make sure to get top brands, Oshkosh jeans are our family favorite. You can grab these for $1 each or less an item! Since kids outgrow clothes so fast and we travel we have no more the 10 summer outfits and 10 winter outfits per kid. I can buy a whole wardrobe for one kid under $50. When my kids outgrow the clothes (and after each holiday) we send the clothes to a consignment shop. Right now I really … [Read more...]
Let it Snow Borax Snowman Craft with Free Printable
Looking for a fun winter craft? This can also be a bit of a science experiment if you wish to go that route with your kids. I love how this snowman looks like it's frozen like an isicle. It really brings in the winter outside. Being winter is my 2nd favorite season (with fall as the first) I love the snow and isicles and the beauty that comes with winter. This craft helps bring it inside where it is still warm! Let it Snow Borax Snowman Craft with Free Printable Materials: 2-3 White Chenille Stems 12" long 1 Black Chenille Stem 12" long Glass Jar or Container to fit your snowman Borax Water Fishing Line or string Popsicle Stick, pencil or long spoon 8x10 frame Printable - printed on card stock and cut to 8x10 Hot Glue Ruler Directions: 1-Cut three … [Read more...]
Crock Pot Chicken Thighs with Potatoes & Carrots
I love cooking in my crock pot. It's easy toss it together in the morning and forget about it and come dinner time you ahve a great meal. It's even more important to me being in the RV it's super asy to cook dinner. A few years ago my local grocery store had a huge sale on chicken thighs, $4.50 for 10lb which was about 6 meals for my family. We stocked up with about 40 lbs and I hunted down recipes. This one is one that we fell in love with. Find more Frugal Chicken Recipes for more ideas. Crock Pot Chicken Thighs with Potatoes & Carrots INGREDIENTS3-4 lb Chicken Thighs2 lb Red Potatoes, quartered1 lb Baby Carrots1 large Onion, roughly chopped1 tbsp minced Garlic1 tsp Thyme Leaves1 tbsp Paprika2 tsp Salt2 tsp Black Pepper3 cup Chicken Broth3 tsp Cornstarch3 tsp … [Read more...]
75+ Huge List of Elf Ideas
The Christmas Elf has become a loved tradition in our family. My kids wake up every morning between Thanksgiving and Christmas look for 'Mater' Out elf. Yes he's named after the tow truck in the Disney Cars movie. Even this year now that we are in the RV and he has limited space to hide he is still getting in plenty of trouble. I won't lie, this has happened more then I want to admit..... Even times we still forget and have to do it in the split seconds before the kids wake up and even had to pull a full excuses out as to why the elf didn't move at all overnight. Including he must have fell asleep waiting for them to sleep and missed his visit to santa, he really liked his spot and a few other random one. 75+ Huge List of Elf Ideas So to all of us in the same boat this time of … [Read more...]
Applesauce BBQ Spare Ribs
My husband has a slight obsession with ribs. He would be happy to eat them every day, much to the despise of my kids! To keep things interesting I try new recipes while still incorporating my husband's favorite Slow Cooker Coca-Cola Smoky BBQ Ribs. Applesauce BBQ Spare Ribs 5 lb Pork Spare Ribs (2 racks) 1 1/2 cup Applesauce 18 oz BBQ Sauce 1/2 cup homemade brown sugar 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar 1 Onion 1 Apple Cut ribs into portion sized sections (about 3 ribs each) Core and Slice your Apple and Slice your onion. Place ribs around sides and bottom of crock, meaty sie toward toward to crock, Spread apple slices over ribs. Combine onion, applesauce, brown sugar, vinegar and 1/2 of BBQ sauce in blender. Pulse until blended. Pour sauce over … [Read more...]
10 Ways To Earn $100 Today
Perhaps you had a flat tire that needs replaced, or your paycheck was short and you just can't make that bill today. Whatever the reason, we have all had a day where extra cash would come in handy. Here are some great Ways To Earn $100 Today that are sure to come in handy. While not all will give you exactly $100, the combination can give you some great flexibility and add to your budget. 10 Ways To Earn $100 Today Donate Plasma: This one almost always tops the list as it is something most healthy adults can do in just an hour or less. Check your local donation banks and go in for the hour to donate plasma. This often pays anywhere from $20-$60 depending on current need. Sell On Craigslist Or Local Swap Shops: Your junk may be someone else's treasure. If you have gently … [Read more...]
Elf Ideas: Snack Break
With the Holidays coming up. Many of us are continuing the Elf tradition, some of us are starting the tradition. Either way we are always looking for new ideas to keep things fun and interesting! Our family Christmas elf is called Mater. Yes, after the Cars Movie Mater. This is his 2nd year with us but he seems to have gotten in to plenty of trouble since then! Join us on our adventures! Last night our elf decided to spell out a message in his midnight snack! This seems to be a favorite past time of his! ;) I'd love to hear some of the great ways your elf has visited you!! Check out other Elf Ideas!! … [Read more...]
Why Cheap Items Are Killing Your Budget
When is the last time that you stood in the store (or sat on a website) looking for a deal and were comparing a “deal” priced item versus one with a higher price? If you’re like most deal seekers, probably pretty often. More often than not, you probably go with the cheaper deal in an effort to save. What you may not realize though is that those cheaper items are killing your budget. Why Cheap Items Are Killing Your Budget When you buy a “cheap” item, the quality of it is generally not great. This means that you’ll usually have to replace it before you get your monies worth out of it. This is especially true if the item is significantly less than other brands and models. If the average price is $50.00 and you’re paying $10? Chances are that you’re buying junk. I’m more than sure … [Read more...]
Money Saving Books Everyone Should Read
I didn't always live a frugal lifestyle and stay out of debt. I have admitted this to ya'll before. Heck at one point I had 4 max-out credit cards. I started reading money-saving books. I still do to this day and a few I read over and over because every time I read them I find new things that relate to me. I have read everything from couponing to frugal living, Dave Ramsey, freezer cooking, and canning. There are so many ways to save money and here are a few books I think you need to read no matter where you are on the frugal living journey! What are three money-saving strategies? Save on your utilities - There are a number of things you can do to save on your utilities, including turning off electronics when they're not in use, using energy-efficient lightbulbs, and installing a … [Read more...]
Frugal Lessons Learned From the Great Depression
There was a time about 100 years ago when money was very tight. Not just 'Oh I can't afford those shoes this month' kind of tight but 'I don't have the money to buy food this week' kind of tight. This time was called the Great Depression. Even times after the depression ended were tough. They didn't waste money and they did as much as they could themselves. I had the blessing of knowing a few people that went through the great depression and they taught me quite a bit even if they didn't realize it. I want to pass this on to you. Frugal Lessons Learned From the Great Depression Everything learned in the great depression can pretty much be summed up in one phrase. Use it up, make do, or do without. Use it Up So many things were rationed during the depression, because of this … [Read more...]
14 Things You Don’t Think of When Wedding Planning
Wedding planning is a busy time, and not everyone hires a wedding planner. If you are planning your wedding yourself (and even if you do have a planner) here are a few things you need to think about. These items and to do's generally get overlooked in the rush of planning and can make your day stressful. Things are different even from when I got married we are a tech-heavy world so here a few things to think about! 14 Things You Don't Think of When Wedding Planning Who will clean up? Depending on where you have your wedding, you may be responsible for the wedding clean up. I'm sure after your wedding the last thing on your mind is staying late to clean up. So make sure to designate who will help with clean up. Generally, your maid of honor and bridesmaids will be in charge of … [Read more...]