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Meet a Reader | Karen from the Great Lakes

The Frugal Girl

My hobbies range from reading to painting, pen-and-ink drawing, cooking/baking, and writing. I also want to have a sense of detachment from owning things, which is hard since I was raised by very acquisitive parents (my mom shopped for a hobby), so I am still unlearning those habits. Makeup, nail polish, and clothes.

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7 Ways to Upcycle Glass Jars

Couponing 101

Instead of spending $10 on a decorative storage jar at Hobby Lobby or Target, you can upcycle and make one at a fraction of the price. You can paint and decorate it to fit your decor exactly, rather than hunt around for a store-bought design that kind of works. It’s financially beneficial to be sure.

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Retail Coupon Round-up 3/9

Saving In Akron

Ace Hardware – Facebook Exclusive Free Quart of Paint Valid 3/10 only. Hobby Lobby - 40% off regular priced item Exp 3/10. Target - Various Coupons. Then you'll want to take advantage of these great printable, In-Store Coupons you can use to save some extra cash. Why pay full price when you don't have to?

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How to Have a Ballerina Birthday Party for Under $60!

Couponing 101

I was able to make 4 pom poms out of 3 packages of tissue paper that I picked up at Hobby Lobby for $0.99 I bought a white table cloth (that I had to cut and tape to fit our square table) from Target for $3.50. For the goody bags, I raided the Target Dollar Spot. I love when they love the simple things! Goody Bags. I spent $17.49

Birthday 101
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Decorating a Boys Room – How to Change a Baby’s Room Into a Boys Room

For the Mommas

One of the main things to consider when updating a room, whether it’s paint, artwork, furniture, etc. Colin’s room was painted an aqua like blue. So I needed to come up with a paint color that wasn’t too bold or bright, and was more in line with earth tones. I decided on a paint with primer from Home Depot.

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Retail Coupon Round-up (3/23)

Saving In Akron

Ace Hardware - Free Quart of Paint Valid Saturday March 24th only. Hobby Lobby - 40% off regular priced item Exp 3/24. Target - Various Coupons. Then you'll want to take advantage of these great printable, In-Store Coupons you can use to save some extra cash. Why pay full price when you don't have to? Ulta - $3.50

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Retail Coupon Round-up 3/2

Saving In Akron

Ace Hardware – Facebook Exclusive Free Quart of Paint Valid 3/3 only. Hobby Lobby - 40% off regular priced item Exp 3/3. Target - Various Coupons. Then you'll want to take advantage of these great printable, In-Store Coupons you can use to save some extra cash. Why pay full price when you don't have to?