Save it Missoula

Blog by Erin Turner

Erin Eisenman-Turner is known as Missoula’s Coupon Queen. Whether you are trying to make it from paycheck to paycheck, wanting to be a full-time stay- at- home mom, or just trying to simplify your financial life, you’ll find some useful information in Erin’s Save It blog!

Proud to be a native Missoulian, Erin lives with her husband and three sons, in the Orchard Homes areas where they raise chickens, pigs, rabbits, and vegetables at Turner Family Farms. When the farm chores are done, the coupons clipped and the blog written, you can find Erin exploring Montana, collecting antiques and trying to maintain a well-run, happy and organized home for her family.

Read her most recent blog posts below or SCROLL DOWN TO THE YELLOW BOX TO FIND  UPDATED TIPS IN ERIN’S “SAVE IT CLUB“.

Click here to see the Coupon Queen’s “Save It” archive.

Eat Local and Eat Well with Community Supported Agriculture

Eat Local and Eat Well with Community Supported Agriculture

By ERIN TURNER - Community Supported Agriculture farms have started to ... more

Frugal Living: Eat Tapas, Cut Your Grocery Bill

Frugal Living: Eat Tapas, Cut Your Grocery Bill

By ERIN TURNER - Serving tapas-style food, a traditional Spanish small-... more

Frugal Living: Go Green and Grow Your Own Food

Frugal Living: Go Green and Grow Your Own Food

By ERIN TURNER - Growing your own food is making a huge comeback. Not o... more

See all of Erin's Savings Tips in the "Save It Club"


Frugal Living: Use Your iPhone to Save Money

Frugal Living: Use Your iPhone to Save Money

By ERIN TURNER - When a friend told me about the money-saving couponing apps for the iPhone, I realized I was missing out on some major couponing technology!... more

Frugal Living: The Art of the Garage Sale

Frugal Living: The Art of the Garage Sale

By ERIN TURNER - With its distinct neighborhoods and their close proximity to one other, Missoula's a great garage sale town. Here are some tips for hosting a great sale.... more

Frugal Living: Popcorn, the All-Season, All-Budget Snack
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Frugal Living: Popcorn, the All-Season, All-Budget Snack

By ERIN TURNER - It may seem like a simple thing, but homemade popcorn (not microwave!) really is a perfect snack for all seasons, all ages, and all budgets.... more

Frugal Living: Learn How to Save at Staples
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Frugal Living: Learn How to Save at Staples

By ERIN TURNER - I like to shout-out my favorite stores in Missoula that offer some great deals and coupons. This week, learn how to save on supplies at Staples.... more

Frugal Living: Spring Cleaning on a Budget

Frugal Living: Spring Cleaning on a Budget

By ERIN TURNER - Spring cleaning is in full swing at our house! Unwilling to pay $250 for a professional cleaning, I found a frugal way to clean our microfiber furniture.... more

Frugal Living: Mouthwatering, Homemade Deli Meat

Frugal Living: Mouthwatering, Homemade Deli Meat

By ERIN TURNER - Last week, I made homemade deli-style sliced meat from an elk roast. Not only was it a Montana-style money saver, it was delicious!... more

Shopping (and Saving) at Costco: A Missoula Staple

Shopping (and Saving) at Costco: A Missoula Staple

By ERIN TURNER - In Missoula, Costco is about as popular as Grizzly football. You can definitely save money there, but you have to approach it wisely.... more

Frugal Flu Season Remedies

Frugal Flu Season Remedies

By ERIN TURNER - Last week, the Missoula Health Department issued an Influenza Alert. Here are some tips for staying healthy and save a few bucks at the same time.... more

A Successful Frugal Living Pantry Challenge

A Successful Frugal Living Pantry Challenge

By ERIN TURNER - With the close of February drawing near, our month-long Frugal Living Pantry Challenge is winding down. The result? We saved a TON of money! ... more

Frugal Living Pantry Essentials

Frugal Living Pantry Essentials

By ERIN TURNER - During our Frugal Living Pantry Challenge this month, I’ve discovered some key items that are essential for a frugal pantry.... more

You Are What You Love
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You Are What You Love

By ERIN TURNER - In honor of Valentine's Day, here's a list of the things I love about Missoula. Add your favorites in the comments!... more

The Frugal Living Pantry Challenge

The Frugal Living Pantry Challenge

By ERIN TURNER - Our family is doing a Frugal Pantry Challenge for the month of February.... more

A Year in Review
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A Year in Review

By ERIN TURNER - Today, I celebrate my one year anniversary of writing the Save It blog for Make It Missoula! What have you learned and what should I write about in 2012?... more

What’s so interesting about Pinterest?

What’s so interesting about Pinterest?

By ERIN TURNER - Have you heard about the new social network addiction called Pinterest? It's my new favorite way to get inspired, save time, and be frugal.... more

Cheap Homemade & Store-bought Snacks on a Budget

Cheap Homemade & Store-bought Snacks on a Budget

By ERIN TURNER - It seems every year about this time, my sons have some major growth spurts. In order to keep them full, I’ve come up with a bunch of easy, budget-conscious snacks.... more