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Want to save money? Let go of the need for matching

The Frugal Girl

In my living room, I have two floor lamps from my other house, and then I’ve got this free lamp from Facebook Marketplace: And I’ve also got this one that came in a set of lamps I bought on Facebook Marketplace. Do the lamps match? Here’s the long history of this little table!

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A Lego bookshelf for Zoe

The Frugal Girl

A nice thing about using the same paint over and over is that this shelf is exactly the same shade of white as Zoe’s bed, which I painted several years ago when I took apart Sonia and Zoe’s bunkbeds. I primed it… I did use a drop cloth! Now we’re getting closer! That’s the beauty of buying used!

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A bit sheepishly

The Frugal Girl

I do have other posts in the offing, but they’re not quite ready yet! The Christmas tree was where that lamp is I like Christmas decorations, but I also really, really love the feeling of having everything clean and tidy and back to normal. Or do you feel a little sad/wistful when they’re gone for the year?

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Affordable Pick-Me-Ups for Cold Winter Days

Couponing 101

We’re smack dab in the dead of winter. Spring may be just around the corner, but it’s hard to keep that in mind when you’re trying to decide if running errands wrapped in a blanket is socially appropriate. If you’re anything like us, you may be ready for a little pick-me-up. Cozy Footwear.

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Not So Free – Free Things

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Lately though, I’ve begun to re-consider. The free item needs too much re-furbishing. I took it apart (which took about an hour) and am stripping the paint off the iron (think at least one can of paint stripper) and then will spray with Rust-oleum – and I just found out that the cans I thought I had had been used on lamps!

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Enhance Your Bathroom With These Simple Ideas

Koupon Karen

Whether you’re getting ready for a fancy night out or simply preparing for a busy day ahead, having soft lighting near your mirror can be a game-changer in your grooming routine. In addition, you can also use this storage space for items like extra towels or cleaning supplies to free up room in other areas of your bathroom.

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How to Save Electricity While You’re Working at Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

During daytime, it’s great to work in natural light instead of switching on your LEDs or lamps. In such situations, it all comes to you to make sure you are using the devices responsibly. The post How to Save Electricity While You’re Working at Home appeared first on Prairie Eco-Thrifter. Put Natural Light to Work.