The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

Today we’re meeting an Oregonian who does an impressive amount of homesteading. but can use our money to enjoy life now and meet our family’s needs while still being responsible for the future 5. For me, to be honest, the hardest part about being frugal is resisting the fun and pleasure of shopping and buying things.

Oregon 186

Oregon Home and Garden Kids and Family Money 186

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. I can honestly say that I did very little shopping (outside of groceries) in February. February Update.

Thrifting 100

Thrifting February Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 29, 2015

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. After shopping locally at some furniture stores, I resorted to Craigslist and spent hundreds less on a new-to-her dresser.

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Thrifting January Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 26, 2015

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. March Update: I did a little shopping in March and it was mostly for our oldest daughter. The Choose Thrift First Challenge.

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Thrifting March Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

A lot of the things that you’ll be buying will only be in use for a matter of months so it makes little sense to buy everything brand new if you’re on a budget. Don’t look to buy used car seats though as you can’t be sure of their safety and whether they have previously been involved in an accident. Look for bargains.

Saving Money 210

Saving Money Money Baby Parenting 210

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 1, 2015

We will be challenging ourselves to resist buying retail and instead choose thrift by borrowing, buying second hand, or making do with what we already have. No More Tears at IEP Meetings: Make This Your Best Year Ever! Organizing Coupons with the Binder Method | Sara Steigerwald @ Sisters Shopping on a Shoe String.

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2015 Money Debt Home and Garden 100