Frugal Friday 31: Thrifty Shoeboxes
November 9, 2007 by Karen Weideman
Filed under frugal friday, money saving idea
A few months ago, I told you that I donate filled shoeboxes to Samaritan’s Purse for Operation Christmas Child. I’m sure many of you have heard of this and some of you probably participate in this annual event.
Each year, our family donates 5-11 shoeboxes to Operation Christmas Child. You’re probably wondering how in the world we afford to do this. I’m going to share my secrets and tell you how.
Here are pictures of 2 shoeboxes. As you can see, there is a lot of stuff in the shoebox. I make sure I pack the boxes full of stuff. After all, …read more
Thrifty Deals on School Supplies
July 8, 2007 by Karen Weideman
Filed under frugal living, money saving idea, sale, shopping
It seems like school just ended, but it will be back in session before you know it. This is the time of year when school supplies get really, really cheap! I’m having a flashback from You’ve Got Mail where Meg Ryan tells Tom Hanks that she likes to shop for school supplies. She likes the smell of them. LOL Sorry to get off track.
Right now you can find 24 pks of crayons for 10 cents a pack, glue for 9 cents a bottle, and pencils for as low as 1 cent a pack! Isn’t it crazy? Stores are fighting for …read more
