I put together this list of gifts under $20 from items we have actually given or received! You may not have thought of these inexpensive gifts. Lots of unique ideas, for around or under $20!

Threadtank: https://shrsl.com/2maem

*Links to items mentioned:
Sleeping Queens: https://amzn.to/2KaW0h7
Rat-a-tat Cat: https://amzn.to/3eXYiLz
99 or Bust: https://amzn.to/35shNJ1
Five Crowns (Walmart.com): https://www.walmart.com/ip/Five-Crowns/11995664
Wizard: https://amzn.to/3noteYo
Dutch Blitz: https://amzn.to/32KZTPY
Card Trays: https://amzn.to/38KdKtI
Card Fan: https://amzn.to/32JwQwb
Scorepad: https://amzn.to/3pmrOQ9
Checker Rug: https://amzn.to/3eUOmTe
Three Little Pigs Game: https://amzn.to/2IApIeP
Balancing Barnyard: https://amzn.to/36ONqfF
Fisher Price Piggy Bank: https://amzn.to/3eWmcag
Springbok Snackcakes: https://amzn.to/2UsZUnj
Springbok Board Games: https://amzn.to/38L3KjV
Springbok Donuts: https://amzn.to/3noh41W
Springbok Candy: https://amzn.to/38G6G1e
Headbands: https://amzn.to/32ZRmJp
Popsicle Koozies: https://amzn.to/3kqVdVH
Stationary: https://amzn.to/3nkzkJm
Magnetic Tool Writstband: https://amzn.to/2IwzKxc
Toilet Night Light: https://amzn.to/2K8xzkf
Microwave Bowl Pads: https://amzn.to/2GZiobQ
Meal Planning Pad: https://amzn.to/3lvHsGw
Ground Meat Chopper: https://amzn.to/36yPKqX
Silicone Popcorn Popper: https://amzn.to/2IFiK8c
Carhart Lunchbox: https://amzn.to/3luY1m3
Lunchbox: https://amzn.to/3pv80d8

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#cheapgiftideas #cheapchristmasgiftideas #wwgiftideas

In this challenge, I had a $50 budget to feed my family of 5 for days. This extreme grocery budget is less than half of what we would normally spend in a week.

Another $50 Extreme Grocery Budget Challenges: https://youtu.be/lJXDIEoIhOg
$5 for 3 days of meals: https://youtu.be/NkuvrDMYgeI
$5 Dollar Tree Meal: https://youtu.be/Juf1mO8Qyvs

Soda Bread: https://thebigmansworld.com/no-yeast-bread/#wprm-recipe-container-30567
Tortillas: https://thecafesucrefarine.com/best-ever-homemade-flour-tortillas/
Budget Burritos: https://moneysavingmom.com/4-weeks-to-fill-your-freezer-brown-bag-burritos-day-7/#_a5y_p=720895

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#extremegrocerybudget #budgetmealplan #extremegrocerybudgetchallenge

When we find ourselves spending too much on groceries, I have to take a hard look at how we’re shopping. Here are 7 things that have busted our grocery budget in the past!

Aldi vs. Walmart vs. Target (House Brands): https://youtu.be/qK8YTnxAPNo
Extreme Budget Family Meal Plan: https://youtu.be/lJXDIEoIhOg
75 Meals for $50 (Family Budget): https://youtu.be/BxFDVTc9b-0
No Spend Meal Plan (Pantry Cooking): https://youtu.be/uM3uicbc6xA

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#grocerybudget #savingongroceries #savingmoney

Hey, friends! It was a rainy, cold day when I filmed this, and I was really craving a nice warm soup for this $5 dinner challenge!

$5 for 3 days of meals (WINCO): https://youtu.be/YqUbucSw0nE

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Here are 3 easy crockpot meals for those busy nights! “Dump & Go” crockpot meals are a lifesaver on those busy weeknights!

Homemade Taco & Ranch Seasoning: https://youtu.be/L1agYKxNxq8
Inspiration for the Meatball Soup: https://www.yellowblissroad.com/spaghetti-meatball-soup/

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I purchased the same 10 products at Aldi, Walmart, & Target. Which store brand is cheaper?

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#aldivswalmart #budgetgroceryhaul #wwpurpler

This time, the word of the day is “resourceful”. I took advantage of some extreme markdown discounts and got creative in the kitchen to feed myself breakfast, lunch, and dinner for THREE days on an extreme budget of just $5!

MiRanda’s channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC02ylS81wzdeKFkQdgf_NOg

Another $5/3Day challenges: https://youtu.be/YqUbucSw0nE
75 Meals for $50: https://youtu.be/lJXDIEoIhOg
$5 Dinner from Dollar Tree: https://youtu.be/Juf1mO8Qyvs

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I took a different tack with this budget challenge and chose a kid-friendly meal that the children could help me make!

Running on Plants: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC02ylS81wzdeKFkQdgf_NOg
The Momlogs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcksJ80ENqUVettmrcru3qg
Julia Pacheco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi_58-g6BjEkhbYRtXBDTHg
Blessed Jess: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeLPlq-TR1mAyhNdVdVouJg

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@JuliaPacheco @flourishingmiranda @BlessedJess

Just another day on WW purple! See what I eat in a day on WW, including a new DELICIOUS oatmeal creation!

Hungry Girl Scoopable Apple Pie: https://www.hungry-girl.com/recipe-makeovers/slow-cooker-apple-pie

My Casserole Crockpot: https://amzn.to/3ie9vYp

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#wwpurple #weightwatchers #wwpurpleplan

The turkey bacon egg and cheese breakfast sandwich from Starbucks is a favorite of mine for a quick on-the-go breakfast. But while it is WW Smartpoints, friendly, it isn’t exactly budget-friendly! So I made a few of these at home, and I was able to get SIX for the price I normally pay for just one!

Microwave Egg Cooker: https://amzn.to/3joUkNL

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#weightwatchers #wwpurple #wwbreakfast

Hey, friends! Here’s a full day of what I eat for weight loss when I’m counting calories. My caloric target is 1700 calories, and my food might look a little different, but this is still a pretty #ww friendly day!

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Glasses from TIJN Eyewear: https://tijneyewear.com
Chicken Bruschetta Pasta: https://diethood.com/chicken-bruschetta-pasta/

Calories/Metabolism: https://youtu.be/RUc8QsrWezs

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#wwpurple #weightwatchers

Hey, friends! I’ve seen some version of this challenge many times, but the idea is to try to feed one’s self for 3 days on just $5. I have a few “house rules” I’m adding here, but see the meals I created after spending just $5.06 at my grocery store!

MiRanda’s channels:
https://www.youtube.com/runningawaywithlife
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC02ylS81wzdeKFkQdgf_NOg

WW Points Estimates (total daily):
Purple – 20
Blue – 25
Green – 35

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#extremebudgetgroceryhaul #budgetmeals #extremebudgetmeals

Instead of buying packet seasonings, save yourself some money by making these homemade versions of ranch, taco, and spaghetti seasonings!

Ranch Seasoning Mix:
1/2 C buttermilk
1TBSP garlic powder
1TBSP onion powder
1TBSP parsley
2tsp dry dill
1/2tsp salt
cracked black pepper

Taco Seasoning:
1/2 C Chili Powder
1TBSP onion powder
1TBSP garlic powder
1TBSP oregano
1tsp cumin
1tsp paprika
1tsp salt
1/4tsp cayenne
cracked black peppper
1.5 TBSP corn starch

Spaghetti Seasoning:
1TBSP minced onion
1TBSP garlic powder
1TBSP parsley
1TBSP oregano
2tsp basil
1tsp thyme
1/2tsp salt
cracked black pepper
pinch red pepper flakes
1TBSP corn starch

More inspiration for homemade mixes:
Ranch: https://www.spendwithpennies.com/homemade-ranch-dressing-mix/#wprm-recipe-container-136336
Taco: https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/homemade-taco-seasoning-recipe-taco-seasoning-mix/
Spaghetti Seasoning Mix: http://www.themamasgirls.com/diy-spaghetti-sauce-seasoning-mix/

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#homemadepacketseasonings #homemaderanch #homemadetacoseasoning

I’ve made some efforts in the last year to pay attention to ingredients in my food, and “clean” things up a bit. Today, I’m confessing some things I still eat that are far from clean, and making that point that progress doesn’t have to be perfect.

Check out these channels as well who may posting their own “weight loss confessions” in the next day or two:

TheMomlogs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcksJ80ENqUVettmrcru3qg
Just Jme Allison: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtMhsxf17cz4dkMu6GPRLWA
Diva and the Divine: https://www.youtube.com/user/DivaandtheDivine

6 Popular WW Friendly Foods I Swapped: https://youtu.be/COZs6RJKFEM

5 More Popular WW Friendly Foods I Swapped: https://youtu.be/WYlUoeS1AqA
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This was a little impromptu “what I eat” video because the video I had planned was a giant fail! No worries, I’m still giving you a glimpse into the hilarious way that video ended and also taking you through my day of eating on the WW purple plan!

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Just a few of my favorite/repeat purchases at Walmart that help me stay on track working the WW Purple program! Several of these are also friendly on the blue and green programs!

WW Budget Friendly Meals // 2 dinners for 6 for $13: https://youtu.be/kz-4qQaYTRo
WW Recipes on a Budget: https://youtu.be/8AdXbvzgCMs

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I’ll admit, I was a little embarrassed when I shopped my pantry to have ever thought I needed to go to the grocery store this week! Here’s how we used things up, and ate what was on hand!

Swedish Meatball Orzo: https://www.orwhateveryoudo.com/2015/09/swedish-meatball-orzo.html

Beef Pasta Skillet: https://bakeatmidnite.com/cheesy-ground-beef-pasta-skillet/

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Here’s a look at what I eat to maintain a 25 pound weight loss working the WW Purple plan!

If you like to see what I eat on Weight Watchers, check out these other videos!
How to Get Back on Track: https://youtu.be/E728utO9zq4
Budget Friendly WW Meals: https://youtu.be/8AdXbvzgCMs
Super Easy 4 Ingredient Protein Bars: https://youtu.be/3MiJngTk1yM
What I Eat in a Day, Making it Work: https://youtu.be/A8pXmaGBz2Q

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I’m sharing how I made TWO super cheap meals my family loved that are both vegetarian AND very friendly on the weight watchers plan.

Super Cheap Healthy Meals Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh7bR5ebGiwN9IWSxLhz8QFPRDoHw7AoJ

Grocery list:

1 lb dry black beans, 1lb brown rice, 1 jalapeño, 1 red onion, 2 roma tomatoes, 1 garlic, 1 bunch cilantro, 2 limes, 1 can tomatoes, 1 pkg corn tortillas, 12oz bag frozen corn, 16oz jar alfredo sauce, 1lb whole wheat penne, 5.3 oz container PLAIN greek yogurt, taco seasoning, ranch seasoning

Chuy’s Jalapeno Dip: http://thingsicantsay.com/chuys-creamy-jalapeno-dip-copycat-recipe/

My version:
2/3 C Plain greek yogurt
1-2tbsp ranch seasoning
3 tbsp milk
1/2 jalapeno, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, pressed
juice from half a lime
salt & pepper to taste

Corn Salsa inspired by: https://cookathomemom.com/chipotle-corn-salsa-recipe/

Cilantro Lime Rice inspired by: https://zestfulkitchen.com/cilantro-lime-brown-rice-recipe/?r_done=1

Black Bean Alfredo inspired by this recipe: https://www.simplejoy.com/one-pot-southwestern-alfredo-pasta/#wprm-recipe-container-20664

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Today I’m checking out the situation at one of my favorite grocery stores: Aldi. Come with me as I check on the status of hard to find items, and restock my WW Purple kitchen after vacation!

Check out Thread Tank and use code MINDY10 for 10% off:
Thread Tank: https://threadtank.com/

“Doing Mom Stuff All Day” t-shirt: https://threadtank.com/products/been-doing-mom-stuff-all-day-relaxed-crew-vintage

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