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12 Frugal Holiday Fun Ideas

Family Balance Sheet

Last year, I ran a series, 12 Days of Frugal Holiday Fun. I shared 12 ideas that we have done over the years and will continue to do and none of them cost a lot of money, but all of them will create many memories with your family. What does your family do for frugal holiday fun? I’d love to hear your ideas!

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Living a Frugal Life: Exploring Staycations

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

For more creative options, find a national park instead, because many offer low cost tours and other activities. Have events like three-legged races, a water balloon toss and other creative ideas to help pass the time. This idea takes a little bit of planning, but it will make for a fun day that doesn’t cost very much.

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Meet a Reader | Mid-Atlantic Julia

The Frugal Girl

How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? I grew up with frugal parents so it was ingrained in me from an early age. Being frugal allows me to stay at home with our little ones, which was always a goal of mine, and my husband has been very supportive of that. What’s your best frugal win? homemade bagels!

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3 Important Lessons in Living Frugally, But Not Too Frugally

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Guest Post Author Bio: David Bakke enjoys living frugally in Atlanta and frequently shares his best financial tips and experiences on Money Crashers , an online resource ranked as one of the top personal finance blogs online. In my quest for frugality, however, I’ve learned that some would-be saving methods are not truly practical.

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Super Saver Holiday Ideas

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Here are a few ideas for the holidays, which hopefully will help you save money, time and reduce those stress levels! Instead of expensive cheese and meat appetizers, serve low calorie and healthy vegetables and fruits. Buy a big roll of brown paper at Lowes or Home Depot and use it to wrap gifts. Save On Holiday Decorating.

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Find FREE or Low Cost Family Entertainment | 31 Days to Find $1000

Family Balance Sheet

Mondays thru Saturdays in October, I will have ideas to help you find $1000 too. 10 Free or Low Cost Fall Entertainment Ideas for the Family. For more frugal family fun ideas, check out my Summer Fun Guide and my 12 Days of Frugal Holiday Fun for ideas for other seasons. Have a family game night.

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FREE Subscription to Lowe’s Creative Ideas Magazine!

Couponing 101

Right now you can sign up for a FREE subscription to Lowe’s Creative Ideas magazine ! It comes 4 times a year and is packed with all sorts of fun ideas and do-it-yourself projects. Thanks, My Frugal Adventures ! FREE Subscription to Lowe’s Creative Ideas Magazine! appeared first on Couponing 101.