Author Archives: Cristina

About Cristina

I like to stay busy, positive, interested & as happy as I can be. Being independent has always been my biggest goal in life. I have to say that I hit rock bottom a few times during the past few years mainly due to the economy. Losing jobs, and being broke was very stressful but did help me become a bit more resourceful - But not resourceful enough! I could've done much better if I bought less items on credit, used more coupons, had a stock pile, or an emergency fund.That's the reason why I want to share the little I know with all of you. To guide and help you become a bit more frugal by learning how to live within your means and also learn to appreciate a good buy!

Dental Offices = Dental Coupons!
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Since Saturday was my last dental visit til’ next year,  I made sure I took quite a few coupons for my stockpile.  Check out the $2 off on any Reach Dental Floss! Best of all, it expires in 2014!!! YES! 2014!!! … Continue reading →

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Budget & Environmentally Friendly Cleaning Products
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Cleaning with green products

Did you know that the average household (spends) between $1,800 and $3,600 a year on cleaning products? Try these green products which are free from bleach, phosphates and ammonia. Get rid of those toxic cleaners and start fresh with these easy on your budget and … Continue reading →

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Learn how to Coupon at CVS – Roll your Extrabucks
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  CVS is one of my favorite places to shop at for freebies and awesome bargains. It takes a little bit of time to learn how to, but once you master CVS, it will be a breeze! Below are step by step instructions … Continue reading →

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Party Decorations on a Budget
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Pom Pom Decoration

I made these pretty pastel pom poms for my sister’s baby shower. I must admit that I was very lucky to have found lots of Easter tissue paper on clearance for 50% off at AC Moore. From each batch of tissue paper I purchased at … Continue reading →

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Monthly Grocery Sale Cycle & When to Stockpile!
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We all know that produce is seasonal and that if you decide to make a huge batch of  strawberry preserves the best time of year to do  so would be during the summer when strawberries are in season.  A savvy shopper … Continue reading →

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Shop from your pantry by Stock Piling
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Stockpiling

Stock Piling = More money in your money envelope! Stock up on items that are at rock bottom prices - when combined with a coupon they become super cheap and even free… this way you will always have enough and you … Continue reading →

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Coupon Organization & Lingo
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Get Organized To Maximize Your Savings What do we do with all those wonderful coupons after printing and cutting? Start out by either using envelopes or an accordion filer. Or you can put together a coupon binder for under $30. I know $30 … Continue reading →

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Intro to Couponing… Get More For Less
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  Couponing takes time, it’s slow at first but don’t worry and don’t get overwhelmed by all the information, little by little it will sink in and you will be saving like a pro. The goal is to have a … Continue reading →

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