Tag Archives: household budget

Cloth Diapering 101: Definition of Terms

I started to write about cloth diapers, and realized things would go better for everyone if we were all on the same page, vocabulary-wise. So here’s a list of diaper-centric vocabulary, and a cute picture of a homemade diaper! Continue reading

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Saving on School Supplies

Ready or not, for those of you with kids in school – or going to school for the first time – it’s time to turn your attention to preparations for the coming year.

There are deals to be had and bargains to be found everywhere when it comes to school supplies, but even so without utilizing a few tricks and strategies your purchases can quickly add up and infringe upon other earmarks in your back-to-school budget.

In our latest dispatch, Wendy shares a few tips from a seasoned veteran, followed by some advice for those of you who may not be able to afford some or all of the items on your child’s back-to-school list. Continue reading

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Curbing the Splurge: Four Constructive Ways to Spend Found Money

Does it surprise you that I have a list called ‘Things to Spend Money On in Case of Unexpected Funds’? Of course I do. Here are a few categories on that list. Continue reading

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My Couponing Journey, Part One

Smart couponing, combining sales with coupons and learning how to make coupons work for you can reduce your monthly spending significantly with a little time and effort. I started learning in October, and I’d love to share the experience with you. Continue reading

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Embrace The Penny

Allow us to introduce ourselves! I’m Jo (nice to meet you). Wendy and I would like to show you how embracing small changes in your budget can change your outlook and your bottom line! Continue reading

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