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How We Frugal-ed in November 2020

Family Balance Sheet

November is the start of what can be an expensive season. Frugal Wardrobe in November: I have a small bedroom closet, so I like to keep my wardrobe fairly lean, but highly functional. While I like to shop at thrift stores, I have a hard time finding TALL length jeans for my 5’10 frame and I was in need of new jeans.

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Choose Thrift First Challenge – January Meeting

Family Balance Sheet

At the beginning of the month, we were in the market for a bedroom dresser because my youngest daughter’s dresser fell apart over the holidays. Can I find what I need at a second hand or thrift store? Start keeping a list of needs with you for your thrift store trips. The Choose Thrift First Challenge.

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Introducing the 2015 Choose Thrift First Challenge

Family Balance Sheet

In 2015, the monthly challenge will be Choose Thrift First. While I love thrift stores, I can be easily swayed to run into Target or Kohl’s when I’m in that part of town. Our youngest daughter’s dresser practically disintegrated into pieces over the holiday break. The Choose Thrift First Challenge.

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Christmas Savings Club | May 2019

Family Balance Sheet

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. Welcome to the 2019 Christmas Savings Club. The club is open to anyone who wants monthly accountability to save for a cash Christmas.

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10 Tips to Save on Halloween

Saving Cents With Sense

But, there are a few things you can do so that you don’t overspend on this holiday and still enjoy your treats. Thrift and craft stores can also inspire your creative spirit, as well as offer great low cost accessories for your new costume. 10) Shop on November 1. 1) Don’t Pay Full Price. 2) Make Your Own. Decorations.