Short on cash, and looking for ways to save on back to school clothes? Here are several strategies to try:

Start with a Wardrobe Inventory

Before you head out to shop for back to school clothes, take an inventory of your child's wardrobe to determine what she needs, and more importantly, what she doesn't. Then, spend accordingly.

Refashion What You Can

Is your kiddo tired of last year's clothes? Then, find ways to refashion them into the clothes...

April

Food:
Candy (Easter clearance)
Eggs
Ham
Cheese
Mustard
Ready-made dough
Dinner rolls
Frozen pies
Cake mix
Cake frosting
Pie crusts

Non-Food:
Electronics
Vacuums
Cookware
Tires and other car care supplies

We’re heading toward the time of year when thoughts turn to New Year’s resolutions. Maybe you’re making some specific financial resolutions: To get out of debt, save for a home, increase your retirement savings, or cut your grocery spending. Those are great ideas, but even if your resolutions aren’t specifically financial, your hard work to improve other areas of your life can have some financial benefits you might not expect. Here are some popular resolutions and their financial benefits.
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Your environmentally friendly dishwasher detergent.

[B]Arm & Hammer Washing Soda[/B]—This stuff has been around forever. It is a natural substance, made from salt and limestone. Scientifically it is known as sodium carbonate. It cuts grease on anything and can be used for many (if not most) of the cleaning projects in your home. Arm and Hammer puts it out in the United States. If you can't find it at your grocers...

The first adjustment I made was finding a host site for the Angel Food Ministry. It is for anyone there is no income requirement. They are a group that buy restaurant quality food in bulk, (cheaper that way), then make it available to all. You can view each months menu online and also put in your zip code to find a host sit, usually is a church. you can also place your order online. It instantly cut my food bill in 1/2.

I ran grocery stores and restaurants for 8 years, checked out...