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Scared to paint? Here’s a pep talk!

The Frugal Girl

In 2007 or so, though, I got a nightstand from Freecycle, and I decided to try painting it. I am sure that if I did it again now, I’d do a better job, but it turned out well enough to give me inspiration to do more painting. appeared first on The Frugal Girl. But no furniture! The post Scared to paint?

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A storage chest for Sonia

The Frugal Girl

Many years ago, I got a little wooden chest from freecycle. The freecycle chest is pretty small. And I filled a few spots on the sides as well. I painted it white, and I put it in Zoe’s room, and then Lisey’s, and then when I moved here, I brought it along and kept it in Lisey’s room. Long live the minivan!

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Tips for a Frugal and Eco-Friendly Spring

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

So take note of the following tips to make this year’s spring clean a frugal and eco-friendly exercise. But a more considered approach needs to be adopted for a truly frugal and eco-friendly clear-out. Related posts: Frugal Food Tips. Frugal Beauty Tips from Grandma. Re-use, recycle or re-sell. Freshen up naturally.

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How Little Could You Spend on Your Child in a Year?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Garlick got all of her children’s clothes and gear from friends, family, and sites like Freecycle. The article specifies that Garlick did not buy any birthday or Christmas presents for her children, but I’m sure that they got items from well-meaning relatives. Go Frugal Go Green' It turns out, quite easily.

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Canning CAN Be Cheap!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Well, you know the saying… ask and ye shall receive! You might even luck out and find one listed on Freecycle or in your local paper’s classified ad section. Canning lids are extremely cheap and well worth the investment to purchase new. Many of you have specifically asked where to find used equipment.

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