The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

I ‘ve been reading The Frugal Girl for 4+ years now, definitely pre-pandemic but I’m not sure how much before. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl?I I think that I heard about Kristen’s blog through Katy, the Non-Consumer Advocate. I don’t know how I heard about Katy’s blog first!

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Motherhood Moments

MARCH 10, 2023

There are so many definitions of self-regulation out there, floating around on the Internet. In fact, our Jeremy Burman did a study on this and found 447 different definitions of self-regulation out there. But to keep things simple, we stick to the original definition, which dates back to the beginning of the 20 th century.

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For the Mommas

MAY 3, 2012

A worthy attempt to repair a hole in the wall, turned ugly. Those of us who are not handy, need just a little bit more than the tiny instruction sheet that comes with the repair kit. So whether you want to repair a whole in the wall, stain your deck, or paint an accent wall, Walmart’s Projects Made Simple has a solution for you.

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Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

Naked Organix Tamanu Body Butter offers a concentrated plant-based formula to protect, repair and moisturize face and body. Naked Organix Tamanu Cleansing Bar offers a concentrated plant-based formula to protect, repair and moisturize face and body. It is definitely an oil but didn’t leave me greasy at all. Did You Know?

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Giveaway Fair-Trade Serum Plants 111

For the Mommas

DECEMBER 22, 2014

Here are some more personal care coupons that you should definitely print: $2.00 off NEUTROGENA Rapid Wrinkle Repair product . . off NEUTROGENA Rapid Wrinkle Repair product . Buy (1) Herbal Essences Body Wash for $1.99. Use (1) $ $0.75/1 1 Herbal Essences Body Wash Coupon . $o.49 49 after coupon. off any ONE (1) K-Y Product.

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Herbal Essence Band-Aid Whitestrips Personal Care 55

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

NOVEMBER 28, 2015

The Repairative Moisturizer is divinity in a bottle and like a drink of water for your skin. Because nothing cures dry winter skin like First Aid Beauty, especially their super hydrating Ultra Repair Cream , I’m definitely making my way over to First Aid Beauty’s site for a whopping 30% off with code CYBERMONDAY. Tata Harper.

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Beauty Best Sellers Repairs Cosmetics 70

Saving With Shellie

MARCH 5, 2015

My product recommendation is the Advanced Night Repair. If you need something to get you to the $70 gift level, definitely consider that one. You can pick colors or products that are a better fit for you. It comes in the kit for you to try. It’s great. Head over to Macy’s to see the bag.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 13, 2013

I know that this will make all of you luxury car lovers turn over in your graves, however, luxury cars are most definitely a waste of cash. Luxury cars don’t typically last longer than a regular car, and the parts and labour to repair them (not to mention the cost of insurance) make luxury cars a waste of money and effort.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

MAY 22, 2015

First Aid Beauty’s Ultra Repair Pure Mineral Sunscreen gives me the best of FAB’s sensitive skin benefits and super moisturizing Ultra Repair line, with an aggressive SPF 40 to fight sun damage. If you really want a healthy glow, sitting in the sun or in a tanning bed for hours are definitely not the healthiest options.

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United States Serum Repairs Sunglasses 78

Nicoles Nickels

AUGUST 11, 2014

It just gives my curls definition without adding the feel of product! Repair and Restore Shampoo and Conditioner – The shampoo and conditioner make my hair feel great and have a nice light scent. I received a sampling of products – some I had tried before and many I hadn’t. Here are my favorites!

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 1, 2017

This is definitely one area you don’t want to be brand loyal, so ask your friends for recommendations and start calling around to get quotes. Upon more online research, my husband felt the new repair would be beyond his ability, so we started looking on Craigslist. We Shopped for New Home Owners/Auto Insurance. Shame on ME!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

NOVEMBER 28, 2015

The Repairative Moisturizer is divinity in a bottle and like a drink of water for your skin. Because nothing cures dry winter skin like First Aid Beauty, especially their super hydrating Ultra Repair Cream , I’m definitely making my way over to First Aid Beauty’s site for a whopping 30% off with code CYBERMONDAY. Tata Harper.

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Beauty Best Sellers Repairs Cosmetics 40

Nicoles Nickels

MAY 31, 2013

Filtrete has a cool Healthy Home Remodel Contest going on through June 30, 2013 that you should definitely enter. The grand prize is $30,000 worth of home inspections, repairs, and renovations by a Holmes Group (Mike Holmes, a renowned HBTV contractor) approved contractor.

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Air Conditioners Florida Home Depot Home Repair 58

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

And while I don’t like parting with our money, I am grateful that this repair won’t send us into financial distress. How would you pay for an unexpected car repair? We feel it at our house too and this is definitely an area I need to improve. Can you fix a repair yourself? 6 – Eat dinner at home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 29, 2012

A couple of weekends ago, the boyfriend had to take his truck to the shop to get repaired. The meals and the drinks are definitely the most expensive part about going to a restaurant; at $10-$20 per entre, a dinner for two can end up costing a lot. When I proposed this to the boyfriend, he agreed.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 9, 2021

We also had some building repairs that we needed to cash flow. Begin by both of you reading Dave Ramsey’s book, The Total Money Makeover (affiliate link) , as this book was definitely instrumental in directing us along. Next, make a list of your current needs , such as home repairs, medical needs, or educational needs.

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Debt Emergency Fund 2019 Debt Free 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 3, 2011

By embracing your personal style and preferences, it is definitely possible to add life and save energy in any apartment – especially yours. They also don’t leave behind holes that you might have to repair or patch when you decide to move. Here are five ways to stretch your decorating dollars: 1) Buy used furniture.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 9, 2011

You might be able to find one at a consignment shop, a sewing machine repair shop, or ask relatives or friends if they have one that you could either buy or borrow. Making your own clothes is definitely a great way to save money–and you can take penny-pinching to a whole new level by using recycled materials and fabrics to make clothes.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

We also have many small examples just through letting people know that we are open to accepting used items (definitely not the norm in our affluent suburb). Also, if something needs repaired, we always look into whether it makes sense for us to try tackling the job. We definitely keep things simple around here.

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Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 3, 2011

Review of Product: I received 3 items from the anti-aging line to try – the Neck & Chest Repair, the Pore & Fine Line Perfector and Primer and the Hand Repair. I thought the packaging was very attractive and would definitely catch my eye at the store.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

JANUARY 6, 2010

Neem oil (derived from neem leaf) will not only protect it pre-styling, it will simultaneously infuse it with repairing essential oils. Of course, this all depends on how much you use, how damaged your hair is, and how long it is, but just know that this is definitely a smart chica buy.

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Beauty Budgeting Budget Repairs 62

Penny Pinchin' Mom

DECEMBER 17, 2023

But to be sure, let’s go over a few things you are definitely going to want to have in easy reach: Trash bags can be used for two main purposes: transporting items that are going into storage to the actual storage area and keeping whatever is going to be discarded. Trash Option These are things that are broken and are beyond repair.

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The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Definitely worth the $11.50 I know I’m not very far into nursing school yet, but I can definitely agree with her so far. The work I put into the prereqs has most definitely not been a waste of time. It was definitely time for a new one. So I am super duper happy that my thumb has repaired itself.

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Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 5, 2014

Blue Agave Curls & Waves Conditioner: This rich, repairing conditioner with natural butters and botanical extracts rejuvenates damaged, brittle hair. I am happy to report I was not disappointed and have some definite new favorites! The mild cleansing system revives waves and builds shine, softness, and movement.

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Health and Beauty Beauty Conditioners CVS 69

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 23, 2016

Because of these things, I feel that the most powerful things we parents can do to help erase the gender pay gap are to help our children ignore societal definitions of career choices and home roles; and to expect more (career wise) from our daughters. Switch jobs between spouses – let both cook, clean, mow, paint, repair and arrange.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 18, 2019

We have definitely dipped into this fund often, so I’m glad I strayed from his advice here. We have several things that we want to start saving for, such as a car replacement fund, some home repairs/updates, a new camper, and travel. We are self-employed, so we feel the need for a much higher amount. DONE – 6/1/2014. DONE 2015.

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Debt 2019 Financial Goals Emergency Fund 100

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

I learned how to repair my own car. He’s saved us a lot of money by being able to repair so many things on his own, by building and repurposing furniture pieces, and by making gifts that we did not have to buy. I was always in debt, which has been a tremendous source of shame for me. As I was paying my way through college.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Growing up in a large family, we had enough, but with the specter of inflation and bad job market (gotta love the 70’s and 80’s) , there was definitely a feeling of needing to make sure you had a cushion. I should have known he was special as he asked for a set of “Time-Life” home repair books when he was in college.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 23, 2012

I could take the car into my mechanic and not bother with the repair. It could be zero, in fact, but it’s definitely less than $18.43. Although I should note that it is more like a one hour job, but having no power tools usually means spending an hour trying to loosen various rusted bolts.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 5, 2015

My husband was definitely the one who encouraged us to get out of debt. Sure, there are some months we had to share a car because we didn’t have the cash to repair it but we saved up and a month later I had my car fixed! If married, who initiated the debt free goal? How did you resolve the tension and arguments?

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Debt Debt Free Finds Finance 100

Saving With Shellie

MARCH 10, 2015

One of those is definitely a new set of tires. No charge flat repair Road hazard protection**. This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sam’s Club. My husband’s truck hit 120,000 miles this month and with a high-mileage vehicle we know we are coming up on some maintenance items. Lifetime balance and rotation.

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Saving With Shellie

MARCH 10, 2015

One of those is definitely a new set of tires. This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sam’s Club. My husband’s truck hit 120,000 miles this month and with a high-mileage vehicle we know we are coming up on some maintenance items.

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Club Price Gift Cards Gas Mileage 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

Sustainable Life Blog shares with us tips on how to repair our credit. I definitely agree that you should be educated about an investment opportunity before you invest in it. We are always aware of how each other feels and where we are with our plans. The only secrets we have from one another is when we buy each other a gift.

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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. My husband has side income from swim coaching and private lessons.

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Debt Health Insurance Insurance Budgeting 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 11, 2012

If your spouse has a low credit rating due to a high credit utilization ratio, then it will definitely affect your chances of getting approved for a joint loan. These secrets can definitely break your trust in one another and may be hard to repair. Nagging About Spending. Failing To Set Aside Emergency Money.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Limiting waste is what really drives most of the habits I have that would qualify as “frugal” – reducing/eliminating food waste, returning unneeded items, pursuing refunds, checking on warranties, repairing things, etc. I’m cheering you on over here, and I have great faith that you can do nursing school.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 10, 2014

I would offer to do people’s taxes, or get their bookkeeping organized in exchange for a discount on my rent, or a small repair on my car. On the flip side, I ate a lot of cheap food while I was paying off debt, and definitely don’t do that now. It was a fun and creative way to get what I needed without spending money.

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