The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

I like to bake and read, and I spend time chauffeuring kids to activities and games. How did you get interested in saving money? I think I’ve always liked to save money. What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? Why do I want to save money? I do blow money on other things, but nothing consistently.

Kids and Family 184

Kids and Family Money Home and Garden Frugal 184

Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

It seems as though homemade items are all the rage these days as people are finding simpler ways to enjoy the holidays. Homemade gifts, meals, and crafts are all wonderful ways to not only put your heart into something, but to even save a little time and money at the same time. 7 Tips for Enjoying a Homemade Holiday.

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Homemade Holiday Bulk Inexpensive 85

Couponing 101

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Preparing and freezing meals ahead of time can be an easy way to save money and time. Baked Spaghetti via Carolina Charm. Homemade Frozen Pizzas via Intentional By Grace. That’s why we’ve included this recipe for homemade frozen pizza. Taco Rice Casserole Freezer Meal via A Taste of Madness.

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Freezers Money Saving Meals Money 58

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 31, 2020

Frugal living is being intentional with our money and creative with our resources, so we have more to put towards the things that are important to us. We want to live WELL, on LESS Money. I earned a free ham at my grocery store in December, so I baked it on New Year’s Day. I bake 4-6 at a time. Meal Plan.

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January Frugal Green And Frugal Homemade 130

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NOVEMBER 12, 2014

While my husband works hard to bring the money in, my job is to make it go as far as it can while feeding our family healthy meals. This makes meal planning simpler and has saved me a ton of money. By having a schedule and knowing what we usually eat, I can save money by buying many foods in bulk. Baked Ziti.

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Grocery Spending Grocery Groceries Food and Drink 246

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

We set aside money each month throughout the year for gift spending, but that wasn’t always the case. Back in 2013, I had a year-long series, Christmas Savings Club , to encourage everyone to set aside money each month for the holidays. You earn money after each donation. Make Money from your Skills or Hobbies.

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Christmas Finds Friends And Family Sale Donation 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 2, 2012

It’s also one of the places in our home where we often inadvertently spend too much money. Most people will read this, and think “yeah, there are a lot of ways to save money on food…” While there are many good tips about how to save on your groceries that’s not the only place where we spend too much money in the kitchen.

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Saving Money Kitchen Money Reuse 202

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. Pick a theme, such as cooking basics 101, family recipes, bread baking, or preserving /canning. Homemade Crafts. Baked Goods.

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Christmas Gifts Home and Garden Flowers and Gifts 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

When you are at work, it is very easy to spend too much money on food. Still, vending machines rarely offer healthy options, and they are a great way to spend too much money on a small, calorically dense snack. Baked chips are another option. Many times offices are located close to coffee shops, fast food joints, and more.

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Saving Money Money Work Food 203

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2016

So I don’t rely on coupons to save big at the grocery store, and I don’t need to, because there are so many ways to save money on groceries, and coupons are not involved. How to Save Money on Groceries WITHOUT Coupons. That is a lot of money, so I plan a menu. When I don’t plan, I am sure to blow our budget.

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Saving Money Grocery Groceries Money 100

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 3, 2014

That’s a lot of money and if you don’t have the cash , PLEASE don’t feel compelled to spend what you don’t have. It is possible to give thoughtful gifts with very little money or even no money at all. A Homemade Meal. Baked Goods. Are you good at baking pies? Homemade Crafts.

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Christmas Gifts Grandmother Wedding 245

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money. I bake the boats in the oven. Tuesday: Cheesy chicken, rice and broccoli casserole , homemade applesauce. We love Ortega Flat bottom taco shells.

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Frugal Fridays Financial Goals Homemade 100

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Sunrise with my daughter at Lake Michigan Our son is now 15, and about 25 hours into his private pilot’s license, which he’s funding by earning money working for my father-in-law. How did you get interested in saving money? What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? I have two!

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Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 186

freestuff.tv

JULY 12, 2011

Many homeowners are frequently looking for ways to save money on their household bills. To have more money in your pocket at the end of the month than you are sending out, here are the top ways to save money on your household expenses. 5 Homemade Items. on how to save on household bills. 1 Get on a Budget.

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Bills Saving Money Money Paper Towels 109

For the Mommas

JANUARY 17, 2015

Homemade Baby Goods: From Food to Detergent. But you can do so much to offset the cost, and one of the most effective means of saving money is to make many baby goods yourself. Here are some tips for homemade baby goods, from food to detergent. Saving money by making your own laundry detergent makes sense. Get Crafty'

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Homemade Baby Food Flowers and Gifts 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 26, 2012

If you use rags to clean instead of paper towels, you will save a lot of money. Use Homemade All Purpose Cleaners – Really all you need to clean nearly every part of your house is some white vinegar and some baking soda. Then use a damp cloth afterward to clean off any leftover baking soda. What can you use it for?

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Cleaning Green Homemade Paper Towels 199

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

This Week’s Dinners: Saturday: Cheese burgers, fries, steamed broccoli, and homemade applesauce. I browned meat, using my homemade taco seasoning and layered chips, meat, cheese, chopped onions, and tomatoes on a large rimmed baking sheet. Bake at 350 until the cheese is melted. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat.

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Leftovers Homemade Kids and Family Budgeting 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 6, 2017

Chicken Orzo Soup: I used some cooked chicken and homemade chicken stock from last week’s freezer cooking session. Homemade Sugar-Free Applesauce. homemade sugar-free applesauce. homemade sugar-free applesauce. Saturday: Baked Ziti, garden salad, garlic bread. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat.

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Budget Budgeting Financial Goals Freezers 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 26, 2014

If you’ve not yet set aside any money for holiday shopping, know that there are things you can do now to reduce holiday expenses and round up the extra money. There’s no point in using more money than you need to. There’s no point in using more money than you need to. How to Make Extra Money.

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Holiday Emergency Fund Homemade Eating Out 169

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Homemade Turkey Stock. Baked Spinach Dip Mini Bread Bowls at Pickey Palate. Crescent Dinner Rolls at Frosted Bake Shop. Apple Gingerbread Cake with Homemade Whipped Cream at FBS. Check out Save Money with Pinterest: Meal Planning 101 from Money Saving Enthusiast. Roasted Turkey with Herbs and Lemon.

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Thanksgiving Meals Martha Stewart Food Network 153

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 2, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money. I browned both packs at once and added 3 cans of black beans, water, and my homemade taco seasoning. Friday: Chicken Rice Broccoli Bake.

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Frugal Fridays Leftovers Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 3, 2014

A couple of notes to keep in mind: I keep a moderately stocked freezer with marked down meat , loss leaders , batch pre-cooked meat , cooked beans , homemade baked goods and sauces. I made a large batch of homemade sugar-free applesauce in March that I stored in the freezer. Chicken & Waffles , fruit or homemade applesauce.

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March Grocery Groceries Homemade 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 22, 2016

Last Saturday, I made a trip to an apple orchard to get enough apples to make my Sugar-Free Homemade Applesauce to last us through the rest of winter. I serve the applesauce as a side for many meals and use it in baking. I served with homemade applesauce. I served with steamed broccoli and homemade applesauce.

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Budget Budgeting Homemade Freezers 100

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Frugal Kitchen in November: I stocked up on enough baking supplies at Wegman’s that should get us through most of 2021. I made homemade applesauce when the orchard was having an end of season sale. I made homemade chicken stock from bones that I keep in the freezer until I have enough to make a big pot of stock.

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November 2020 Frugal Old Navy 130

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 6, 2024

Do you bake it first? E I do bake it first! If you have a chest freezer or other non-defrosting freezer, homemade bread can stay fresh for several months in its frozen state. I am not trying as hard to save money on groceries as I used to Back in the day, I definitely worked harder on my grocery spending than I do now.

Grocery Spending 184

Grocery Spending Grocery Groceries Sewing 184

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 3, 2014

Because I’m always looking to save time & money in the kitchen, I’ve learned a few tips over the years: 1. 1 egg 1 (26 oz) jar of your favorite spaghetti sauce or homemade vegetable sauce. Don''t stress, the sheets will expand while baking.) Bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes.

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Recipes Main Dishes Ovens Baking 198

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

My grandmother taught me this money saving tip years ago and I now only buy the seconds. When I got home, I washed the apples in some vinegar water and made my first batch of homemade sugar-free applesauce of the season. I also baked Apple Crumb Pots (just 5 ingredients!) 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat.

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Budget Budgeting 2017 Home and Garden 100

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

Twice Baked Broccoli Cheesy Potatoes – made a double batch and my kids ate them after school. Homemade Sugar-Free Applesauce. homemade applesauce. homemade applesauce. These posts will help: How to Save Money on Groceries WITHOUT Using Coupons. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat. Thursday: .

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Budget Budgeting Freezers Kids and Family 100

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Grilled Salmon, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Bake Sweet Potatoes, Crescent Rolls. Bake or microwave all of the sweet potatoes (you will use extra in dinner #3). If baking, place potatoes on a backing sheet and bake in a 350 degree oven for 45 – 60 minutes or until they are baked through. Aldi Dinner Idea #1.

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Dinner Baking Cooking Microwaveable 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 28, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money. What We Ate this Week: Homemade New England Clam Chowder , tossed salad: I made this soup as a surprise for my family. They LOVE it. Very tasty!

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Crock Pots and Slow Cookers Frugal Health Insurance Fridays 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 10, 2012

I like to bake cookies, and I like to budget. I’m ashamed to say it, but there was a period in my life where I stopped baking cookies. It’s not because I’m too manly to bake. If you’ve ever eaten homemade cookies before, you’ve probably tasted the Toll House recipe. It’s because I hated the Toll House recipe.

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Budget Budgeting Toll House Cooking 213

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 15, 2016

I had leftover rotisserie chicken in the freezer and I used my homemade chicken stock. Tuesday: Baked Chicken Tenders, baked sweet potatoes, roasted asparagus. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat. Monday: Chicken & Vegetable Soup , along with Cheap, But Tasty Garlic Bread and apple slices. 8 Freezer Meal Recipes.

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Budget Budgeting Friends And Family Sale Leftovers 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 13, 2017

Monday: I never made the baked ziti last weekend like I thought I would, so I made it on Monday, because I knew I would need leftovers on Tuesday night. It was a busy night, so we ate leftover baked ziti. I served with steamed vegetables and homemade sugar-free applesauce. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat.

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Budget Budgeting Leftovers Financial Goals 100

Couponing 101

DECEMBER 4, 2012

Some of the recipes are even no-bake! 2.99)! {You may also want to try my Crock-Pot Roast Sticky Chicken and Homemade Chicken Stock Recipes and my Slow Cooker Italian Chicken-Lentil Stew Recipe !}. Homemade Christmas by Tawra J. Have fun during the holidays without spending a lot of money!

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Crock Pots and Slow Cookers Christmas Homemade Desserts 84

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 19, 2011

Several years ago, it struck me that I was using plastic food storage containers (with screw on lids) that I bought at the grocery store to store my homemade freezer food and at the same time I was throwing perfectly usable glass food jars in the recycle bin. It seemed a bit wasteful.

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Reuse Economical Kitchen Freezers 138

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 8, 2016

During her training, she has also been raising money for a local organization called, Vickie’s Angel Foundation. Friday, 4/8: I bought a ham before the Easter holiday, so I’m baking it for tonight’s dinner and it should provide enough chopped ham leftovers for many future meals. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat.

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Leftovers Easter Dinner Daughter 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 29, 2016

I used the recipe on the cornmeal bag and I baked in my cast iron skillet. Wednesday: This was by far my favorite meal of the week: Roasted Pork Tenderloin , brussel sprouts, and homemade applesauce. We also had homemade applesauce. Friday: Homemade Easy Lasagna. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat. Blizzard2016.

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Leftovers Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family Homemade 100