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Carole Cancler

About Carole Cancler

Carole Cancler is a Seattle, Washington native and granddaughter of immigrant farmers. Her career crisscrossed the food and technology industries, via degrees in Food Science and Computer Programming. Carole transferred her corporate skills to entrepreneurial ventures as a food product manufacturer, website developer, and business development consultant. Her first cookbook, The Home Preserving Bible is available on Amazon. Carole also writes food preservation articles for Mother Earth News. Outside of work, Carole volunteers on fundraising activities for service organizations and has tutored adorable elementary and middle school students. Raised in the fifties and sixties by Midwestern parents, Carole was imbued with a strong work ethic and prudent values (second hand clothes, home-cooked meals, and after school jobs). She transfers these pragmatic, though sentient, ideals to the pages of the website she owns and operates at Greater Seattle on the Cheap.

25+ quick and easy handmade Christmas gift ideas

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Looking for DIY and handmade Christmas gift ideas? We found tons of handmade gifts that are easy to make and special to give. From food gifts to handmade bath products, all of these holiday gift ideas provide an affordable way to celebrate the holidays and to give gifts that are unique and … [Read more...] about 25+ quick and easy handmade Christmas gift ideas

Best easy fundraising ideas for tight budgets

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In today's world, where financial constraints often loom large, finding ways to fundraise effectively on a tight budget can seem daunting. Yet, with a dash of creativity and a strong sense of community involvement, it's possible to achieve great results without breaking the bank. Welcome to our … [Read more...] about Best easy fundraising ideas for tight budgets

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How to keep fall fruits and vegetables fresh longer

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Fall is a season bursting with vibrant fruits and vegetables, offering everything from crisp apples and pears to hearty squashes and pumpkins. However, as the days grow shorter and cooler, keeping these delicious produce items fresh can become a bit of a challenge.If you've found yourself … [Read more...] about How to keep fall fruits and vegetables fresh longer

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Top 10 DIY outdoor toys and summer activities for kids

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Here are our best ideas for summer activities for kids that lets them spend summer as it was meant to be enjoyed — playing outside. These DIY activities give your kids the chance to be creative and make their own toys from common household supplies or very modest investment. You don't have to head … [Read more...] about Top 10 DIY outdoor toys and summer activities for kids

Craft a killer résumé without paying someone to do it

If you're looking to take advantage of a hot job market, applying for your first job or wanting to change careers, creating a résumé is the first step. Once you start looking on job boards or sites like LinkedIn, you'll get lots of offers from people wanting to write your résumé  for you. But … [Read more...] about Craft a killer résumé without paying someone to do it

Posted by Carole Cancler Filed Under: Career

Cheap, easy carpet cleaning solutions

If you have an active household, the celebrations, the pitter-patter of little feet and an animal or two can really take a toll on your clean carpets. Different types of cleaning solutions are needed to tackle different kinds of stains, from spilled wine and food to muddy shoes and dirty paws. But … [Read more...] about Cheap, easy carpet cleaning solutions

10 ways to change bad spending habits and save money

Make this the year you make changes to your bad spending habits and have a positive impact on your household budget. It’s easier than you think. Check this list of tips for smart spending and pick a few money-saving strategies to try.Definitely do not adopt them all at once, as you’re bound to … [Read more...] about 10 ways to change bad spending habits and save money

Free guide and recipes for delicious, cheap, healthy meals

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More than 41 million people today depend on food stamps (formally, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP). In April 2023, the national average monthly benefit was $181.72 per person and $343.00 per household.Many of the rest of us struggle with food prices, too. So who doesn’t … [Read more...] about Free guide and recipes for delicious, cheap, healthy meals

Posted by Carole Cancler Filed Under: Food

How to grow herbs and save money all year

Are you tired of paying big bucks for cooking herbs? Grow your own. For less than the price of a jar of dried herbs, you can plant fresh herbs (plants or seeds). Use your fresh herbs during the growing season and dry herbs throughout winter. Most herbs are easy to grow. These tips tell you how to do … [Read more...] about How to grow herbs and save money all year

12 spring cleaning tasks that will save you money

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 Spring cleaning isn’t just a feel-good task that declutters your home and leaves it sparkling. It’s also a source of found money. Intrigued? Make your spring ritual pay off by learning how best to tackle typical spring cleaning chores and how your pursuit of cleanliness can save you a few … [Read more...] about 12 spring cleaning tasks that will save you money

Posted by Carole Cancler Filed Under: Home Improvement

18 strategies for $10-a-day budget meal planning and grocery shopping

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The trend for extreme budget meal planning was popularized by Leanne Brown in her free online book Good and Cheap, developed primarily for those using SNAP (food stamp) benefits.At the time the book was written, the budget was $4 a day. When I heard about the project, I decided to try that … [Read more...] about 18 strategies for $10-a-day budget meal planning and grocery shopping

How to keep spring veggies fresh to avoid food waste

This article is part of a Don't Throw It Out! series on how to preserve fresh foods and avoid food waste.Food waste in the U.S. is estimated at 30% to 40% of the food supply. Fresh vegetables top the list. If you have a better use for one-third of your grocery budget, please read on for simple … [Read more...] about How to keep spring veggies fresh to avoid food waste

Posted by Carole Cancler Filed Under: Food · Groceries

Want to get rich? The secret is living below your means

Many experts will tell you that to get rich, you should live below your means. That is, spend less money than you earn. This advice holds true whether your income is $25,000, $50,000, $100,000, or $1 million a year. Sounds simple, right? Of course, it is easier to live below your means if … [Read more...] about Want to get rich? The secret is living below your means

Posted by Carole Cancler Filed Under: Money

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