{The New Home Ec} How to Save Money on Groceries Without Clipping Coupons

Every time I share coupon tips for beginners or discuss extreme couponing strategies, someone always tells me coupons are just too much trouble. And, I get it. I do. But, it doesn’t have to be all or nothing — you can save money at the groc…


Parents Magazine Subscription: 2 Years for $5

I love reading magazines—bite-sized info that I can flip through when I have a few minutes here or there. Of course, that time is few and far between, so I never pay much of anything for my magazines. Just in case I never get around to reading it. We have a handful of subscriptions that [...]


Flirty Aprons Coupon Code: Scarlet Blossom Apron 30% Off

I love a good sale, and I totally adore Flirty Aprons! So, today’s deal is absolutely perfect. The Scarlet Blossom apron is functional, spunky and 30% off with coupon code SCARLET30 today only! I’m pretty sure every woman needs one—especially with Valentine’s Day right around the corner. Get yourself this hot little number, and stay [...]


{The New Home Ec} Where Is the Best Place to Shop for Groceries?

While out and about today, I stopped at my old favorite grocery store, which I have abandoned in favor of one built in my neighborhood. I got out of there for less than half what I usually spend. Maybe I bought a little less than usual. Maybe I hit a few really good sales. But, [...]


{The New Home Ec} Frugal Family Fun: Game Night

A regular family night is important to us — to step back from the everyday, enjoy spending time together, and create lasting memories for our girls. Last year, we scheduled a monthly excursion, paid for primarily through family memberships, gifts, an…


Get Organized in 2012: 7 Steps to a Better Budget

We try to go through our budget regularly, but as time goes on it’s easy for it to become just as much of a mess as the rest of my house. The hubby gets lax about packing a lunch. I get caught up in shopping momentum through the holidays and righ…


{The New Home Ec} Cash, Check or Charge

I go through phases with our finances. I often find that a cash budget helps keep me under budget — especially at the grocery store. I can physically see how much money is left to spend each week. Plus, I truly believe that using cash is the best…


Give Kids the World: 10% off any Little Passports Subscription

My girls have a geography bee today, and I actually think the tween has a shot even though she’s the youngest in her multigrade classroom. Brenia’s always been a geography geek—she loves maps, can give me directions to places I have trouble remembering, and enjoys learning about other cultures. That’s why a Little Passports subscription [...]


{The New Home Ec} Daily Deals on Great Tools for Teaching Kids About Money

When I lamented on the challenges of teaching kids about money in a digital society, who knew I would find great deals on financial literacy tools just a few days later? [Continue reading on Babble.com...]


{The New Home Ec} Best! Deal! Ever! (Until Next Time)

“Lowest price of the season!” “Our best deal yet!” “Biggest sale of the year!” You’ll see this type of advertisement all year long. Does it make you twitchy to buy right away, while the price is right? That&#82…