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Thrifty Finds: a New (to her) Dresser, Valentine’s Day

Family Balance Sheet

My plan is to paint it white in the spring. What thrifty finds did you find this week? I know, because we have the entertainment armoire and bookshelves from the same group. It’s a solid piece and she loves the mirror, as most little girls do. Next stop was my favorite thrift store where everything is 50% off on Wednesdays.

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7 Easy DIY 4th of July Decor Ideas

Couponing 101

DIY Lanterns via Thrifty Décor Chick. Monogrammed Paint Stick Flag via Living Rich with Coupons. This DIY calls for paint sticks, but you could definitely use popsicle sticks if you’re okay with smaller flags. Pineapples painted red, white, and blue, add a couple of sparklers you’ve got yourself a unique centerpiece!

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Amazon: Live Butterfly Garden Only $10.95 (Reg. $19.99)!

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Children ages four and up can observe five real caterpillars eat and grow to form their chrysalis and then emerge as Painted Lady butterflies. Thanks, The Thrifty Couple ! This enthralling educational kit gives kids the opportunity to observe butterflies through every stage of their lifecycle. Great gift idea for kids!

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Ways to Make Your Next Move More Eco Friendly

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

So far we’ve used the paper for the kids’ drawing and painting. – Thrifty Ways to Wrap Christmas Less Obvious Things That You Need To Buy Before Moving Out How To Pack A Waste-Free Lunch. We also plan to use some of it at Christmas for wrapping paper. How do you handle moves and all of the resulting waste?

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Don’t be a Buy-It-New Snob

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Hubby re-painted it and has used it for many things around the yard and grounds. It is hard to guess what this might have sold for when first painted, but it is beautifully done and the colors are perfect for our master bedroom. I had been wanting a holder for bathroom reading material and this one is just the right size, and color.

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(Exercising) The Art of Frugality

Frugal Luxuries

In fact, it was Terri's long-standing "Frugal Fridays", "Thrifty Thursday" and " Frugal Week " posts that have inspired me to create my own ongoing accountability list by way of this and future posts celebrating the Art of Frugality. (Of I re-purpose them by painting the outsides white using ordinary acrylic wall paint and a brush. (I

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

I love a pedicure, but if you’re trying to save money, paint your toes yourself. 19 – Shop thrifty for you clothing needs. 22 – Flip your thrifty finds. I paid $40 for a part, and didn’t have to call a repairman. Several years later, it’s still working fine. Pretty nails and toes?