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I love freezer jam! Especially strawberry freezer jam. A few years ago I discovered a much easier way to make freezer jam instead of using box pectin that you have to cook. It’s these pectin packets from Ball…no cook freezer jam pectin. I can literally make freezer jam in 15 minutes. Seriously people…this is the way to go!

I also love using this method because it takes much less sugar. It’s only 1 1/2 cups of sugar per pectin packet. And it still tastes really good.

First, crush your fruit. Don’t puree it, however or your jam will be runny. I like mine slightly chunky. For one packet of the freezer jam pectin, you will need 4 cups of crushed fruit. Also, you will need 1 1/2 cups of sugar and jars or containers for your jam. Notice my jars…they are recycled jars I have used over and over again for my freezer jam. I think it’s a waste of money to buy those pretty jam containers in the store (unless you are giving them as gifts) so I use any empty jar I can find at home, a dressing jar, jelly jar, you name it. It’s one more way to pinch those pennies.

Then you mix your sugar and pectin together. (all these are the directions on the back of the pectin package, by the way.)

Put with your crushed fruit and stir for 3 minutes.

After stirring it will look like this. A little more runny. That’s why you don’t want to completely puree your fruit to begin with. Now you are ready to put the jam into your jars or containers.

After putting into the jam into the jars, let stand until jelled, for about 30 minutes. DONE! Label and put into your freezer. Easy and so yummy!

What is your favorite kind of freezer jam?

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The good old Sunday newspaper. The Sunday newspaper is probably the best place to get coupons. The SmartSource inserts and Proctor & Gamble Brand Saver inserts are found in the Sunday newspapers. The P&G insert comes typically the 1st week of the month.

Before subscribing to the paper you should check out all the papers that are available in your area and that have the coupon inserts. See who has the best deal for receiving a few copies of the Sunday paper.

Why should I get more than one copy of the paper? So you can have more than one of each coupon. To build a good stockpile or for food storage purposes you really need to have more than one set of inserts. I get 5 copies of the Sunday paper delivered to my house.

Some weeks have better coupons than others. When it’s good it’s good! It’s almost like gold! These are the weeks when I am especially grateful for my multiple copies!

Another option is getting one copy delivered to your house and then if there are good coupons you can run to the store to buy more newspapers. This option works – but it isn’t always convenient because you may have to drive around to several locations to find them.

Trade with someone from another state. Coupons offered in one area may not be offered in another state. If you have a friend that lives in another state maybe you can work out a deal to trade inserts from time to time.

Ask your neighbors, co-workers, family members. If you know that your neighbors get the newspaper ask them if they use the coupons. Can you believe that some people don’t? CRAZY! Anyway, I bet they will give you’re their coupons!

Keep your eye open in public places, people may leave their papers that they are done with
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Pinching Your Pennies has a Trading Post where people can trade coupons. Make sure to read to rules because we don’t allow selling of coupons.

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We have so many electronics in our lives that are consuming power. Every where we turn there is a new gadget or appliance that we want and when we use these things we get bigger electric bills. I am amazed at how big my power bill is every month. I have decided that I need to step back and take a look at ways that I can cut these costs.

Something that often gets overlooked in my house is turning off the lights we are not using. It is so simple and yet something that gets overlooked in my house. We need to teach our children to turn off the lights. Make it a habit!

In the evening I like to read. I have been trying to use more task lighting rather than turning on the main room lighting all the time. A simple lamp on the table next to the chair or the bed can conserve electricity.

Get a programmable thermostat. Keep your home at the comfortable temperature when you are home and colder in the winter and warmer in the summer when you are not home. This can help with not only your power bill but your gas bill too.

While we are on the subject of temperature consider living with the settings a little cooler in the winter and warmer in the summer. Once you get used to it a few degrees doesn’t make a big difference

Unplug the items that you are not using frequently. Even if something is not turned on if it plugged in it is drawing power.

We are in the process of changing over our light bulbs to compact fluorescent. We are getting close to having every possible bulb changed over. These bulbs tend to cost a bit more up front but they actually do have an effect of the power bill. They take about 1/3 the power that incandescent bulbs take. Watch the discount bins at your grocery stores. I came upon a bunch of compact florescent bulbs for .99 a package – just because they were changing packaging.

Only open your refrigerator when you have too. Vacuum the coils frequently to remove dust. Keep a list on your fridge/freezer so you know what is inside. Check your owner’s manual to see what the most energy efficient temperature setting is.

Now that the weather is improving consider drying your laundry outside. Only run your clothes washer or dishwasher if it is full. Use a crock pot rather than your oven – just remember to unplug it when you are done.

Initially the savings on your bill may appear small but over the coarse of the year you will notice that the savings really can add up.

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My kids love, love, love anything that has to do with art, coloring, drawing, etc. We have tons of coloring books, how-to-draw books, workbooks…you name it! But I get frustrated with the mess it can create…books all over the place! This isn’t even all of them!

As you can see in the photo, I have a couple of plastic file boxes. I love organizers of any kind! I am working on organizing all these books, and I want more file boxes. But I am too thrifty to just go spend $7+ dollars on several more organizers….so I am making my own! We all have empty cereal boxes around the house. Here is one way to use them.

Supplies you will need:

a large cereal box (large enough to fit the books inside)
modge podge
brush
scissors
scrapbook paper to cover the cereal box

You can see on the cereal box I took a permanent marker and drew the lines where I wanted to cut the box. I just used my current file boxes as a template. You can eyeball it with a ruler too.

Then cut your box on the lines you drew. Here is what mine looked like after I cut it:

Then you will want to take your scrapbook paper and trace to cut.

At first I was going to use a couple of different kinds of paper on the box, but then I changed my mind. Here are all the paper pieces, ready to be put on the box.

Take your modge podge and paintbrush and cover one side at a time. Line up the paper pieces that fit on that side and press firmly. Get out all the air bubbles and smooth out.

When you are all done with each side here is what it looks like. Pretty cute, huh!

After it dries for a bit, take your paintbrush and paint modge podge over the edges and corners to reinforce durability.

Now you have a cute file box! I put it in the cupboard…and it looks great! Now I need to make a few more. I will also label them with the book contents to make it easier for the kids to put things back where they belong.

I already had all my supplies on hand for this project, so I didn’t have to spend any extra money to start organizing my kids workbooks. Next time you need to do some organizing, think thrifty and pinch your pennies!

1. Use 2-for-1 coupons.
You’ll find them in the newspaper or in direct mail offers those buy-one-meal-get-the-other-one-free deals. Use them as a way to discover new restaurants you haven’t tried yet or just to save money when you feel like eating out. Get more restaurant coupons here.

2. Kids Eat Free
Many restaurants offer a night or two a week when kids eat free! Just by ordering meals for the parents.

3. Split dinners.
This works best in Italian or Chinese restaurants, but it can be used anywhere. At restaurants known for exceptionally large servings, order only one entree and split it. For a family of four, order only two or three entrees and divvy them up among yourselves.

4. Buffet meals for family fare.
When taking the family out to dinner, consider restaurants that have buffets. In most cases, the prices are outstanding and a parent can share with a small child. They are usually all-you-can-eat, and there is something for everyone. Other than fast-food restaurants, buffets are one place that won’t break the bank when eating out.

5. Try out appetizers.
Better restaurants usually have a long list of appetizers that are reasonably priced. If you’re not outrageously hungry, perhaps there’s a yummy item on the appetizer menu that will satisfy your hunger. Also, don’t be afraid to ask for fresh bread to accompany your meal. Another idea is to order soup and/or salad.

6. Watch what you drink.
Drinks, including sodas, have some of the highest mark-ups. Limit yourself to water with a squeeze of lemon or lime with your meal.

7. Ask for a doggie bag.
It really isn’t necessary to clean your plate off. Eat what you feel comfortable with and take the rest home for another meal. This in itself is a 2-for-1 deal.

8. Try lunch instead of dinner.
Many of the expensive restaurants are also open for lunch, but the lunch menu can be as much as half the cost of their dinner menu. If you’re dying to try a pricey new eatery, why not go for lunch and keep the cost down. Many places I have go to will allow you to order from the lunch menu even at dinner time, it can’t hurt to ask.

9. Older is better.
Some places it’s 50, others it’s 55, 60, 62 or 65, but seniors can luck out at many restaurants that offer them a discount. Sometimes senior discounts are offered on specific nights of the week. Call your favorite restaurants and ask if they offer senior discounts. Also, places like Denny’s and IHOP have senior menus offering smaller quantities and lower prices, and many times you don’t have to be a senior to enjoy the savings.

10. Check out online specials.
If you have favorite chain restaurants, check their sites out online to see if they have specials you can take advantage of. Sign up for their newsletter to receive coupons, special offers and freebies on your birthday.

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Have you ever seen their “hidden” deals?
There are 4 deals which are only found on the page you see after you add an item to your cart. (You can remove this item later if needed.)
They are always 4 very good deals!
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