The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

We’re meeting an Arkansas reader today and initially, I thought she was the first one! Tell us a little about yourself Greetings from the NW corner of Arkansas, where I was born (around 40+ years ago) and raised. We use the eggs, harvest meat & if I can’t get out to hunt venison we’ve had friends give us meat.

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Saving In Akron

AUGUST 2, 2011

If so, you're not alone. Well thanks to General Mills through My Blog Spark, you can enter to win a Fiber One prize pack, which includes 5 boxes of Fiber One Cereal for you and your family to enjoy. Use the hashtag #SIAFO in your tweet. Comments are closed so please use the form.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 7, 2011

I began freelance blogging and writing after I got laid off from my job. After applying to countless job positions and either not hearing back or not being offered a position, I decided to pursue blogging and writing ill time. Being a freelance blogger is all about being organized and using your time wisely.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 10, 2012

These days, if you spend any time on most personal finance blogs, one of the author’s main goals in life is spending less money on stuff and more money travelling. I want to use up all my holidays from work, as well as going on some random weekend road trips. Your future self will thank you. Traveling is pretty cool.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

JULY 13, 2011

Today is a fabulous day…I just heard that CheapChicas has been nominated for Best Budget Blog in the Polyvore Blogger Awards. To cast your vote, all you need to do is go here and create a “set&# featuring my blog: To vote, click here. Thanks a million for your support! Then click “create a set&#.

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Saving In Akron

JULY 16, 2011

Then we’ll be combining the entries from each blog giveaway to be entered to win the grand prize. Well, thanks to Sprint , they have generously provided me with a brand new Samsung Trender (a $229 value) to give away to one lucky reader (phone service not included). Use the hashtag #B2SBB in your tweet. Upstate Ramblings.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 22, 2020

I don’t make a lot of income on this blog, and it has definitely decreased recently as I’ve reduced my hours spent blogging. This side hustle income was mainly used for the fun stuff, such as camping, home renovations & repairs, and needs for our kids. We’re STILL here! We drive older cars.

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DECEMBER 1, 2016

As an avid cook, I devour any food related resource that I find… pun intended… I search cooking magazines, blogs, Facebook pages, Pinterest boards, and websites looking for fresh inspiration for our weekly meal plans or my holiday entertaining menu. This post is sponsored GIANT Food Stores and Build Your Influence Summit.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 21, 2011

Last month they gave over $5,000 worth of cash and goods to their recipient, the Aubin family, who was struggling financially after the passing of their dad, and this month they’re ready to do it again and help out another person They’ve given out over $45,000 in the past 6 months, and show no signs of stopping.

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Saving In Akron

MARCH 15, 2011

Recently Cheerios introduced new Cinnamon Burst Cheerios, and thanks to Cheerios and My Blog Spark, I was given the opportunity to try them. Blog about the giveaway. Subscribe to my blog via email or RSS and leave me a comment letting me know you subscribed. Comments are closed so please use the form.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 21, 2012

If you’re anything like me, you’ve most likely found yourself sucked into the wonderful world of Pinterest at least once. Whether you’re spending minutes or hours pinning photos of your favorite meals, outfits or vacation destinations, there is a wealth of money-saving knowledge floating around on those boards.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

If you’re trying to find the small business idea that’s right for you, ask yourself the following questions: Where is there a need in the market, and how can your skills satisfy that need? Your less math-friendly entrepreneurs could use your help in keeping their personal and business finances in order.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

OCTOBER 21, 2010

Thanks, Courtney. Jewel tone colors add richness to any look and they’re perfect for a Fall wedding! PS: use code cheapchicas for 25% off any order at Spotted Moth! The best part is that they’re both well under $100! Please Help! Lastly, always check out Lulu’s for some cheap and chic options.

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Saving In Akron

FEBRUARY 6, 2011

In honor of the new movie, which hits theaters Friday, February 11th, I was lucky enough to snag not one but two giveaways for my readers thanks to Walt Disney Pictures. Blog about the giveaway. Subscribe to my blog via email or RSS and leave me a comment letting me know you subscribed. It will not be given or sold to anyone.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

She blogs at The Debt Myth. Tell us about you and your family. We live in metro Phoenix, in a 70s tract house that we’ve been gradually re-doing. I quit my job to focus on my own stuff (blogging, painting, rental property, my iPhone app, writing Kindle books, etc.). Where are you from? What are your hobbies?

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

AUGUST 16, 2010

It’s so easy to use and you can even use it in the shower…and I love the 1 minute timer! I doubt many of us wash our face for one whole minute so this makes sure you do! Thank God! My skin feels so much cleaner, softer and best of all it looks so much better.

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DECEMBER 10, 2014

She blogs about at Careful Cents where she helps creative freelancers and solopreneurs make a living from their craft. Tell us about you and your family. Yep, we’re newlyweds and eloped together in December 2013. I started Careful Cents and used that as a platform to find freelance writing opportunities.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

AUGUST 16, 2010

It’s so easy to use and you can even use it in the shower…and I love the 1 minute timer! I doubt many of us wash our face for one whole minute so this makes sure you do! Thank God! My skin feels so much cleaner, softer and best of all it looks so much better.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2014

She blogs at Happy Healthy Mommy. Tell us about you and your family. Use this to develop a budget & determine where you will cut back. (If I was spending the same on groceries as my mortgage because we’re grain free sugar free & there were way too many quick stops at the store on the way home, while hungry). (I

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 13, 2013

Andi has a blog about her house burning to the ground in the Boulder wildfires of 2010 and it brings tears to my eyes. Don’t Re-Enter Your Home Until Cleared By The Fire Department. You will find that things the fire did not burn up are now ruined by smoke and soggy with water used to put out the flames.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

This is not something I want to see, so today I have a few videos for you that will dispell credit card myths, teach you how to use them properly, how to keep them safe, and how to make sure you should be getting credit in the first place. Take a moment to watch them. You might just learn something. However, times have changed.

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2022

In this post, we’re sharing real ways to make extra cash for the holiday season! The holidays can be stressful, especially if you’re already struggling financially, so let’s discuss some legit ways you can make money to help ease the burden. No, thank you. Start a blog? Use your talent.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

We use an online account like, Capital One 360 (my referral link). You will be so thankful later. But when you’re trying to save money, cut out this costly expense. When we’re crazy busy and the family is demanding that they be fed, I always have the ingredients for spaghetti on hand. Try freezer cooking.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 25, 2012

If you’re looking for a few fun and inexpensive holiday activities, ones that the whole family can enjoy, we have enclosed five ideas below that will create lasting memories without burning a hole into your wallet: Watch Movies. What kinds of activities do you do with your family during the holidays? Christmas in July.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2014

I did something different this month and used cash instead of my debit card. I found it easier to keep a tab on my grocery spending and I’m going to continue to use cash. Thankfully, nothing happened to my account, but my bank issued us new cards anyway. Also my debit card got caught up in the Target breach of security.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

JANUARY 14, 2010

Thank god for Celine…one of my favorite bloggers, from The Shoe Girl ! Some of her bigger items are on the pricey side, but this Nantucket Cowl is $60 and you can pick whatever color you’d like her to use from 30 different selections. And while you might think it’s just a cowl…it’s not!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

MARCH 13, 2012

I use those for traveling, carrying my laptop, beach days, and even as grocery bag…and while the canvas is great because it’s washable, it feels way too causal for the office and on some days, I need a bag that speaks to my more grown up style. For more from Jammie, be sure to visit her blog, faithfullyfabulous.tumblr.com !

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Saving In Akron

AUGUST 18, 2011

Recently, thanks to the very generous people at Chobani Yogurt, I was given the opportunity to try this wonderful product. One of my favorite uses for Chobani is to make my own homemade salad dressing that is so rich and decadent, it feels almost sinful to eat it. Use the hashtag #SIAFO in your tweet. white vinegar.

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Saving Everyday

JUNE 5, 2015

I’ve been excited about this for a while and have to thank my awesome helper Kim for getting it going! Whether we’re going out to a nice restaurant or touring the parks, my family is always sporting the Disney look! Neff Disney Collection Minnie Bandana Tee — $27.99 (use code RMNSUMMER to save 20%).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 14, 2012

.” CCS presents Savvy Credit Card Use: Track Your Spending posted at Credit Card Smarts , saying, “A big key to using your credit card wisely is tracking your credit card spending. Thanks to NCR, using your smartphone to make withdrawals at an ATM is on the horizon. Well, not to worry.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

JANUARY 3, 2011

The “short list&# for me is comprised of a few things that I: a) use every single day; b) look forward to using/wearing; and most importantly, c) that help me get through the day happy ! After 2 weeks in the sun, my skin was dying for some serious moisture and this delivers like nothing I’ve ever used in the past.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

JULY 8, 2010

Most belts have 4-6 holes that make them adjustable to a range of sizes, but the last hole was still too big for me, so I end up taking all my belts to my shoe guy (I refuse to use the word “cobbler&# b/c I don’t live in the 1800’s) who punches some extra holes.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

After seven years each straight of “higher” education (and all the student loans that go along with it), our husband/wife blogging team goal is to simply get back to broke. Join us on our journey at www.brokeprofessionals.com. Broke Professional) about what we do everyday to save money, which is the subject of this blog swap.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 7, 2015

She shares delicious recipes, money saving tips and frugal living posts at her blog, Stacy Makes Cents. Tell us about you and your family. We ended up using my remaining collage savings to pay that off. We did follow Dave Ramsey’s plan – we’re still following it as we save for the future. Hahahahaha!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

AUGUST 16, 2010

It’s so easy to use and you can even use it in the shower…and I love the 1 minute timer! I doubt many of us wash our face for one whole minute so this makes sure you do! Thank God! My skin feels so much cleaner, softer and best of all it looks so much better.

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Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 13, 2013

Of course, I wanted to use it to laminate some favorite photos as well! Release Lever: Permits easy removal or re-centering of stalled pouches to prevent jams. Thanks to Fellowes, one lucky Saving Cents With Sense reader will win a Fellowes Saturn2 95. This site uses affiliate links. a Rafflecopter giveaway. Bargain Babe.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

These are strategies I use weekly to help keep my grocery bill in line with our budget. My budget has gone up quite a bit from when I first started blogging. Everyone’s plate might look different, but you’ll at least use up the leftovers and reduce the waste. You’ll be thankful later. Use cashback apps.

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