When it comes to budgeting our money, one of the biggest areas for most people is their grocery budget. Managing to eat healthy and feed a lot of people can be a difficult task. One of the biggest hits to our grocery bill comes from the meats. Managing your meat costs and stretching your meat budget … [Read more...] about How To Lower Your Meat and Grocery Costs
Frugal Tips
Hot Tip for Feeding a Large Crowd on the Cheap
I have the pleasure of feeding a large crowd at least once a month when my husband's lodge meets. I am usually cooking and feeding at least 15-25 people and the tough thing is that we are on a very tight budget so I have to be creative! A few months ago, I was able to feed 35 people a nice lasagne … [Read more...] about Hot Tip for Feeding a Large Crowd on the Cheap
5 Food and Grocery Budget Busters to Avoid
Shopping on a budget is reality for most people. But it is those sneaky budget busters that can really have an impact on our grocery bill. Watching out for items that appear to be a great deal, but in actuality are not is something we all have to do. Here are a few of the budget busters I try and … [Read more...] about 5 Food and Grocery Budget Busters to Avoid
Frugal Finds – Candles from Kirklands
I have never been to Kirklands before but I am happy I checked them out. They just built a store about 20 miles from my town so my girlfriend and I had to stop by. She is redecorating her new home and needed some home decor items and this was a cool store to visit. I am all about finding some … [Read more...] about Frugal Finds – Candles from Kirklands
Fun Frugal Finds – Lampshades
We all love to save a buck or $20 and tell everyone we know all about it! Where I live, there is always tons of yard sales that happen every Friday - Sunday. While I am not a big yard sale visitor, I did happen to stop by one because my girlfriend just bought a new home and her bed will not fit in … [Read more...] about Fun Frugal Finds – Lampshades
5 Easy Ways to Go Green and Become Eco-Friendly
It's a common misconception that you need a lot of time and money to live a sustainable life. In fact, with these five tips, you can embrace eco-friendly living no matter what your monthly budget! 1. Recycle Recycling is easier than ever thanks to city-wide environmental efforts. In some … [Read more...] about 5 Easy Ways to Go Green and Become Eco-Friendly
Frugal Holiday Tips for Home Entertaining
I love the holidays! Even with crazy schedules to try and fit everything in, it is so nice to be able to visit with family and friends for open houses, family dinners or just to drop by some sweet treats to friends. I used to do a Christmas Party each year but I got too busy and overwhelmed. I am … [Read more...] about Frugal Holiday Tips for Home Entertaining
15 Ways to Save this Holiday and Christmas Season
Saving money any time is a great idea and there are plenty of ways that you can save on Holiday preparation and holiday gifts if you start now. Plus I am including some tips you can work on for next year too. 15 Frugal Holiday Tips - How to Save Money! * Send Christmas postcards instead of … [Read more...] about 15 Ways to Save this Holiday and Christmas Season