by Jen on February 20, 2013
Photo Credit I have always been a frugal person for the majority of my life and hate to pay full-price for anything so I’m always looking for the best deals, hence the reason I started Thrifty NW Mom 4 years ago. However, even though my husband and I are both frugal, we still struggled with [...]
by Jen on February 5, 2013
Since we have alot of new readers from all of our Savings Nation coupon classes and many who have recently found Thrifty NW Mom, we are going to start going back to the basics of couponing, including sharing tutorials for the different stores we provide matchups for on TNWM. For those of you who are [...]
by Jen on January 11, 2013
We have mentioned Ibotta a few times recently in some of our coupon matchups but we wanted to give you the full scoop on how it works! Ibotta is a FREE smartphone app which is available for iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch and Android users. By using this app, you can earn cash back on specific [...]
by Jen on January 7, 2013
Today on Dave Ramsey.com, you can get a FREE download called “Guide to Budgeting” . I just downloaded it and it looks like an excellent resource, especially if you’ve been wanting to take Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University class – or just want to see what the program is all about. The new year is [...]
by Jen on November 26, 2012
Update – due to breaking news this afternoon, it sounds like Jens segment will not be airing today. I think the post she has put together below, is still great info on anyone new to Thrifty Northwest Mom, and if you want to know the best way to keep up to date on all [...]
by Jen on November 19, 2012
A big welcome to those of you who are new readers after watching Sia share our best Black Friday Shopping Tips on King5 and Kong6 tv this morning ! Thrifty NW Mom is resource to help your family trim your budget & save money in all areas of your life. You’ll find everything from ways to [...]
by Sia on October 29, 2012
This time of the year, you might likely have visitors dropping by for many reasons. There are harvest and Halloween parties, homecoming events, or just to have a cup of coffee and visit out of the rain. Here are 5 quick, easy and frugal ideas you can use for Fall entertaining. 1) Popcorn Cones (shown [...]
by Jen on October 25, 2012
Many of you have been asking about a Pierce County location for our Savings Nation coupon classes. Well, we finally have 2 classes set up for you in downtown Puyallup at the Puyallup Activity Center (also called the Puyallup Senior Center). This location is right next to the Puyallup Public Library & Pioneer Park, in [...]
by Jen on October 9, 2012
Our box of goodies for the Listerine Smart Rinse Sweet Smart Challenge This month, my family and I will be participating in the Listerine Smart Rinse Sweet Smart Challenge for three weeks, to work on increasing our Oral Care habits. We received these fun products from Listerine to help encourage our kids & make it [...]
by Sia on October 3, 2012
That is mine and the hubbies morning lattes, made with non-fat milk today. It’s no secret that I (Sia) am a coffee lover! I love the smell, taste, look, and just about everything there is to like about coffee. I start my day by making the hubbie and I a latte each morning to start [...]