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Archive for the ‘money saving idea’ Category

September 13th, 2008

Special Savings at Michaels

Michaels has opened their 1000th store and they are celebrating by passing on savings to their customers.  The first 100 customers in every Michaels store on Sunday, September 14, will receive a rewards card valid for $5 off a purchase of $25 or more.  (This card is not valid with a coupon purchase.) There will […]

By Karen -- 2 comments

September 8th, 2008

Free Milk at Food Lion

 
A few times each year, Food Lion has a special on their store brand milk.  The special is buy 6 gallons of milk and get the 7th gallon for free.  The Food Lion here is running the special August 20 through December 9.  That gives you plenty of time to get free milk.
Some tips: 
Check your […]

By Karen -- 9 comments

September 6th, 2008

End of Summer Clearance Sales

It’s that time of year.  It’s time to take advantage of end of season clearance sales. 
I NEVER pay full price for clothing.  Why would I need to? 
My methods of saving on clothing are to shop yard sales and consignment stores, graciously accept hand-me-downs, and to buy clothing during end of season clearance sales.
My preferred place […]

By Karen -- 3 comments

September 6th, 2008

Why do we feel it necessary to have cell phones?

Karen has been sharing with you her delima on cell phone service lately.  I have been wondering lately why we feel necessary to have a cell phone anyway.  Granted, we have a huge business plan but we pay almost $200 a month for cell phones.  We use our phones for multiple businesses so DH can […]

By kellys -- 11 comments

August 29th, 2008

Think You Need to Spend Thousands for Celebrity Handbag Style? Think Again!

The following is a guest post. 
A woman always deserves to look fabulous. But with those must have fashion items costing thousands of dollars, how on earth does she afford to?
The celebs make it look so easy, with their million dollar salaries. Most of us aren’t so fortunate. Back here in the real world we have […]

By Karen -- 2 comments

August 25th, 2008

How We Cut Costs Part 1

The following is a guest post.
Many people have asked me how our family manages to “make it” on my husband’s salary. It’s not that his salary is low, but more that we have a somewhat large family and survive on only one income.
Here are a few of my tips, for anyone who thinks they might […]

By Karen -- 2 comments

August 19th, 2008

Comparing Prices on School Supplies

I may be alone here, but I am not one of those moms that let’s their kids pick out their own lunchbox.  The lunchbox that I buy needs to suit our needs.  It needs to hold the items that we use most in the right way.  It’s almost like finding the perfect purse.
Yesterday I went […]

By Karen -- 10 comments

August 13th, 2008

10 Thrifty Ways to Save Money with Pets

It doesn’t take long for pet owners to figure out just how expensive animals can be.  Sometimes it’s like owning a child.  Some of the expenses you may incur are shots, neutering or spaying, an invisible fence, litter box, cat litter, food, leashes, toys, chew toys, cage or home, travel carrier, and more.  Although these things […]

By Karen -- 3 comments

August 11th, 2008

An Interview with Teri Gault, CEO and Founder of The Grocery Game

 
I’ve been talking about The Grocery Game for months.  And it seems obvious that I would because this has been the top avenue that I have found to save the most moolah on your grocery bill. I’ve talked the talk and I’ve walked the walk.  I’ve taught you all how to use it and I’ve showed […]

By Karen -- 3 comments

August 6th, 2008

Save On Baby Care at Food Lion

Each month, Food Lion puts printable money saving coupons in their Baby Care section.  Of course, some months the coupons are better than other months and this month the coupons are pretty good!

$2 off any Gerber accessories
$1.50 off any Huggies, Pull Ups, or Goodnites
.50 off any one Huggies baby wipes or bath products
.75 off Playtex […]

By Karen -- 3 comments