The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

I’ve been an architect, day-care teacher to toddlers, and library clerk, but am currently a SAHM to a 14yo son and 9yo daughter. How did you get interested in saving money? At age 12, I started saving up my allowance and babysitting money to buy Christmas gifts for other children who were less fortunate.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 2, 2022

If you think you’re going to come up short on cash, check out my 25 Ideas to Find Money. Check your local community calendar, library, parks & recreation department, church, and parks. Many local towns, libraries, malls, and fire halls host carnivals and festivals as fundraisers. Visit an orchard. A Tour of Our Backyard.

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The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 11, 2023

baking, library storytimes, and being involved in our church’s Bible study, meals for the sick, and other various ministries. How did you get interested in saving money? As a teenager, I saved quite a bit of the money I earned babysitting and working in a dining hall. canned peaches = summer in a jar 2.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 10, 2011

However, it’s not just lack of money that makes people want to cut back, re-purpose, or live within their means… it’s also a case of wanting to be ecologically responsible. Here are a few ideas to cultivate a more eco-friendly atmosphere – and save money – around your home. Save on Entertainment. In the U.S.,

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 27, 2012

Many people like having hobbies , but many of us have cut back when it comes to doing the things we like so that we can save money. Try buying second hand books or looking for inexpensive e-books to save money. These days it seems like everything is expensive, even having fun. However, the. It is a perfect.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 10, 2012

Sometimes, public libraries even have the textbook, although you can’t usually take them out for a full semester. Renting textbooks is just another way you can save money on textbooks. What kinds of ways have you found to save money? So, how much have you had to spend on textbooks? However, the.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 11, 2013

We joined the local library when my second child was born to give an extra dimension to life for my daughter, who was not yet two. I encouraged the children to only choose two or three books each library visit so that we had time to read each one several times. Author Bio: This post was written by a good friend of mine Erica. .

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 12, 2014

The local library Every year my son, a book lover, signs up for the local library’s reading program. Sylvan’s Book Adventure Kids Kids in K-8th grade read a book on the book finder page, take a quiz, and earn points for correct answers. They can redeem the points for online prizes. Go Frugal'

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2019

If you think you’re going to come up short on cash, check out my 25 Ideas to Find Money. Check your local community calendar, library, parks & recreation department, church, parks. Local towns, libraries, malls and fire halls also host carnivals and festivals as fundraisers. Visit an orchard. A Tour of Our Backyard.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 8, 2019

I decided I was sick of trying to figure out what to do all the time when I was trying to save money, and I was sure I wasn’t the only one having this issue. Visit Your Local Library. Libraries have a plethora of things to do in addition to reading books. Check your local library for a listing of all their offerings!

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 3, 2011

Check out your local library and book stores for their summer reading programs. At our library, the kids can earn small prizes, such as free coupons for pizza and ice cream for reading books through out the summer. Local towns, libraries, malls and fire halls also host carnivals and festivals as fundraisers.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 6, 2013

Another wonderful aspect of gardening is that it is not only inexpensive but it can actually save you money and you can actually earn money from it. Vegetable and herb gardens can be a source of food, which can help you save money on food expenses. Just check out how well Miss T’s garden does. However, the.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 2, 2011

This will only add extra savings to the mix. Take advantage of your local library. If you are an avid reader like me, use your public library whenever possible. If the library doesn’t have your book in stock yet, have some patience. A free book that you have to wait for is better than one you have to pay for.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 12, 2014

We Borrow from the Library. When the movie, Saving Mr. Banks, came out, I wanted to introduce my girls to Mary Poppins, so I borrowed the DVD from the library and we had a family movie night. Saving Money - In the Home' Thanks for supporting Family Balance Sheet. You can read the site’s full disclosure here.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 2, 2021

After writing some financial goals that had a lot to do with researching topics, such as retirement and college savings strategies, I realized that maybe my word for 2020 was READ. With the libraries closed for months, I discovered the Libby app on my iPad. I want to INCREASE our savings and net worth.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 17, 2013

Don’t go to the library and access your online banking there, and don’t do it at work either. Saving Time With Your Finances 8 Ways to Prevent Identity Theft Go Green and Save Money by Using Free Online Calculators How to Save Money Using a Prepaid Mastercard Professionalizing Your Small Business.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This list of thoughtful, but FREE Christmas gift ideas is proof that you don’t need to spend a lot of money on the people you gift to if you use your time, resources, and creativity. Borrow a new(er) movie from the library or find a good movie on your cable/subscription account. Host a movie night. Host a game night.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 17, 2015

There is also a video library of recipes and step-by-step tutorials on the website. If you’re new to Giant Food Stores or a current customer, pick up Savory magazine and follow these 10 tips to save money on your grocery bill. 10 Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores. What are your best tips to save money there?

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

How did you get interested in saving money? Over the years I’ve developed my personal philosophy of money and lifestyle through a combination of minimalism and simple living content, the FIRE movement including Frugalwoods and The Simple Path to Wealth, Dave Ramsey. Our dog I don’t plan to fully retire, either.

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JULY 17, 2019

Best of all, you don’t even have to miss out on entertainment to save money. Plus, you’ll also have access to Hulu’s streaming library. per month, which could help keep more money in your pocket. Cable and satellite costs can really add up. YouTube TV. However, unlike cable, it’s only $49.99

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

And my absolute #1 way to save money at the grocery store is to PLAN OUR MEALS. Restaurants can be a huge drain on any budget, but there are ways to enjoy a meal out without spending a lot of money. We are now more committed to save money and we eat mostly at home, BUT we do enjoy at a few meals out each month.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 14, 2012

Day 2 ~ Attend Holiday Events at Your Local Library. The holidays can be so hectic, so slow down and enjoy the frugal fun and the season with your family. Day 1 ~ Plan a Holiday Movie Night. Day 3 ~ Bake & Decorate Gingerbread Men Cookies. Day 4 ~ Build & Decorate a Gingerbread House. Day 6 ~ Christmas Crafts.

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Marnies Coupon-a-rama

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

It was started out to just be an information blog, like a library of how to save money and frugal savings. We have been sharing this FREE blog service for 3 years now and are happy that many have benefited from it. We were hoping to expand and eventually this would become a business for us.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 9, 2011

Head to your local library, fabric or craft store, or bookstore and look for a how-to book on sewing. Making your own clothes is definitely a great way to save money–and you can take penny-pinching to a whole new level by using recycled materials and fabrics to make clothes. Related posts: 8 Ways to Save Money on Clothes.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 5, 2014

You can also visit your local library and check out DVD’s for free. The post Beginning Exercise without Breaking the Bank appeared first on Saving Cents With Sense. Frugal excercise new year save money' If you’d prefer to do something a little more active fitness videos are a good way to get started.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 21, 2012

Get creative with some exercise ideas at home to save money in this area of your budget. Rent workout videos from the library. Try walking around the neighborhood each day. Use soup cans or water bottles instead of weights. Make your own punching bag out of old clothes and some fabric. Put on some music and dance. Take a run.

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For the Mommas

JULY 24, 2016

And if you rent, save money and then invest the difference. Save money by preparing your own meals. You can save yourself hundreds, even thousands, a year by breaking up with your cable provider and signing up for an online streaming service. Go to the library. Gifts don’t have to cost a lot of money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 26, 2011

Believe it or not, there are lots of ways to save money, no matter how much of it you have- or don’t have. I myself struggled for many years paying my own bills, but have since found numerous ways to save money. I have been able to save on things like food, gas, and clothing. Stop paying for cable.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2013

If you’re trying to save money, pay down debt, or both, then you might want to consider skipping your family’s usual summer trip and plan staycations instead. If you’re dying to get out of the house, but you don’t want to spend a lot of money, then try some local venues. He wants you to be able to do the same!

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2014

Don’t forget to check your local library for FREE events, movie and magazine rentals as well. Clean with Baking Soda to Save Money. Clean with Vinegar to Save Money. Save at the pump by finding the cheapest gas wherever you go. The post 10 Savvy Ways to Save in 2014 appeared first on Saving Cents With Sense.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 18, 2014

5 Ways The Library Can Help You Save Money Turn Your Wasted Time Into Productive Time Do You Want Free Phone Calls? He states, “It’s enough effort to get up and plug it in that I usually don’t” ( Graeme’s Musings ). Could you live without the internet at home? Do you now? Do you think you have an internet addiction? .

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 23, 2014

Cameras had to have actual film and pictures had to be developed after the whole roll of film was ‘exposed’ Research was done at a library using the Dewey decimal system, not a search engine. You researched in the library and wrote to the state’s to get information to plan a trip. Weather prediction was terrible.

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Coupons Do Work

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

I remember learning something about saving money on books I want to share with you : the library has copies and you can check them out.And teachers have extra copies. If you can’t afford the books and the library does not have any on their shelves, ask your teacher. A Small school where I could focus on my studies.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

Editors Picks: Big Cajun Man from THE Canadian Personal Finance Site shares 10 Phrases I have Used to Save Money. Really, we should all carry a cue card in a our wallet that we can just whip out and use anytime we have an opportunity to save money. Jack from Money Saving Ethics tells us Easy Tips for Saving Money Part 2.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 2, 2013

In your public library. How to Save Money with Your Kindle Battle of the Books: Ebooks versus Paper Books Seven Cheap Hobbies That You and Your Family Can Enjoy Fun And Cheap Hobbies You Should Try. I learned why he went into discount retail and how he felt about beating his competitors at the discount game. At the bookstore.

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For the Mommas

APRIL 28, 2015

Meet Cheyanne and Fenix… “And then what happened… ” “Read me another story please…” You already know that Dollar General is a convenient place to save money on your favorite Purina pet products such as Alpo, Friskies and Dog Chow. to the Dollar General Literacy Foundation, up to $20,000.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 9, 2015

Borrow a new(er) movie from the library or find a good movie on your cable/Netflix account. This is a great gift of time idea for the family member that is so hard to buy for, but would really enjoy a day with you and your family. Pack a lunch and/or yummy snacks and water bottles, and hit the trails for a day of fresh air and exercise.

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