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recipe for pumpkin bread 150x150 Ooey, Gooey, Decadent Recipe for Pumpkin Bread   Oh My!

You all know that I pride myself on making healthy meals for my family. So, you're looking at that post title, and thinking - "what in the world has gotten into The Thrifty Mama?"  Well I can tell you that despite your initial interpretation of the situation, this IS a healthier recipe for pumpkin bread ...

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pumpkin smoothie recipe 150x150 Simply Delicious and Healthy: Pumpkin Pie Smoothie Recipe

Woohoo, it's Fall (almost?)! So I was ready for the cooler months, figured out this recipe, but then wasn't sure what to call it. Do I label it a smoothie or a shake? Typically, ice cream as the main ingredient makes a drink a shake, but what about if you use something like almond milk ...

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 Salsa Canning, One Dish Dinners and more!

I get to partner with some amazing bloggers as part of the Savings.com DealPro network. One of the amazing things about being a blogger, is getting to be a part of a community of people that love to write and love to help others. Here's a few content posts from my fellow bloggers this week ...

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Make Your Own Peanut Butter 150x150 Make Your Own Peanut Butter

While growing up in a small North Georgia town, one of my favorite things to do on a Saturday was going to the Square with my dad and browsing through the old shops. We always stopped in the General Store, where amongst the assortment of knick-knacks and the coin-operated piano there is a corner dedicated ...

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diy cake stand 200x300 Natural and Thrifty in 365: #364 DIY Cake Stands

Dessert stands can cost a pretty penny, but this super easy combination of a coordinating plate and cup is a smart way to save money and make your own DIY cake stand. The adhesive is definitely not natural, but it is completely enclosed and never comes into contact with skin or food. Get the details on this ...

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 Your Guide to the Best Laundry Stain Removers

One if the biggest frustrations with cleaning laundry is when you can't get that stain out of your favorite shirt. It's also tough to find non-toxic, eco-friendly alternatives to remove stains from clothing. That's why I've put together this guide of the best laundry stain removers. "Always Have on Hand" All-Purpose Laundry Stain Remover * This is ...

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easy to sew travel high chair 300x200 Natural and Thrifty in 365: #363 Easy to Sew Travel High Chair

Going to grandma's or a restaurant is so much less complicated when you bring along your easy to sew travel high chair. Using recycled quilted materials, even beginning sewers can complete this project in under 2 hours.  It's quite handy for visiting family or friends that don't have children.  It folds up very compactly and fits ...

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Homemade Chocolate syrup 129x300 Natural and Thrifty in 365: #361 Homemade Chocolate Syrup

After a good workout or first thing in the morning, I love to embrace the irreplaceable goodness of nourishing chocolate milk.  Mmmmm! You'll definitely toss your store-bought chocolate "flavored" topping when you taste the satisfying richness of this recipe for homemade chocolate syrup.  The recipe says that it lasts for months in the fridge, but I ...

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