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Whether you have loads of bills, an expensive bucket list you want to start tackling, or just are trying to save up for that new car you've been wanting for so long, we can teach you how to save big bucks. We live on a tight budget to save for the important things in life, but that doesn't mean we're settling. We cook, craft, fix, and travel without blowing our paychecks. The question you have to ask yourself is: can you afford not to follow thriftism?

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- June 01, 2016

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Removing Lipstick Stain After Drying Clothes

- July 28, 2016

We've all been there. You're pulling out a freshly dried load of laundry when you find that empty chapstick or lipstick. You're devastated that a whole load of clothes is potentially ruined. Fret no more. While this method of stain removal is not fail-proof, it does give you the opportunity to save your favorite khakis or blouse from even the worst of stains. This potentially saves you hundreds of dollars versus buying a new wardrobe to replace that which has been stained and saves you from taking your clothes to a professional. What You'll Need: Old Toothbrush Dish Soap Stain Remover Elbow Grease Begin by putting dish soap on each of the stains (grease spots). Use the toothbrush to work the dish soap into the fabric on each spot. Soak your clothes overnight in hot water. Hot water helps to release the grease. Finally, spray your clothes with your favorite stain remover before throwing in the washing machine and runnin...

Simple Slow Cooker Broccoli Rice Casserole

- October 08, 2018

Colder weather has arrived as have an abundance of school and work activities. The extra to-dos that come with fall make cooking a healthy and still budget meal much more challenging. Enter the crock pot or slow cooker. Slow cook meals can be both a time and wallet saver, not to mention the benefit of having home cooked meals most nights. Slow cookers allow you to set and forget and can work around everyone in the family's schedules. Scroll to the bottom for a printable recipe. What you'll need 1.5 Cup Rice 6 Cup Broccoli (Chopped) 1 Medium Onion 1 Can Cream Soup (Mushroom, Chicken, Celery, Your choice) 1.5 Cup Milk 3 Tbsp Margarine 3 Cups + soup can Water 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheese (your choice of flavor - cheddar, colby jack, mozzarella) 6 Qt Slow Cooker Start by combining the ingredients except the shredded cheese in a 6 qt slow cooker. Cook on high for 3-4 hours. Add cheese and continue cooking until melted. Printable to lett...

Mini Wheat Cookies - A Cereal Cookie Recipe

- March 01, 2019

Have you ever been left with a bag of crushed up mini wheats (or mini spooners) and thought "what a waste" or "there should be something I can make with this"? That was me pretty much every time we got towards the bottom of the bag (or box). Which is where mini wheat cookies come in. This is a great way to create a unique and delicious cookie while using up leftovers in your pantry. Scroll down for a printable recipe. What You'll Need 2 Cups Crushed Mini Wheats 1 Cup Butter or Margarine 1 Cup Brown Sugar 1 Cup Granulated Sugar 2 Large Eggs 2 tsp Vanilla 2 Cups Flour 1 tsp Baking Powder 1 tsp Baking Soda 0.5 tsp Salt 1.5 Cup Chocolate Chips Mixing Bowl Blender or Food Processor Cookie Sheet Preheat oven to 350. Combine crushed mini wheats and 1/2 cup chocolate chips in food processor or blender. Blend until finely ground. Set aside. Cream butter and both types of sugar. Add slightly beaten eggs and vanil...