The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

7:00 I got up, threw some clothes on, did a bare minimum hair/makeup thing, and ate a bowl of shredded wheat. 8:30 I worked on finishing up my blog post for the next day and I scheduled it to publish the next morning. My days have changed a LOT since then, so here’s a peek at a day in nursing school. 2:00-2:30 Break time!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2013

Clothing is cheap, sewing is not. We tend to throw away clothing instead of mending it and we count on cheap overseas labor to keep manufactured clothing easily affordable. There are many crafters, clothing designers and beginning savers who sew. The Frugal Girl blog does a great job of discussing this point!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

DECEMBER 25, 2009

I had the chance to work in Japan for 3 weeks and was so inspired by the Japanese looks I saw on the streets of Tokyo that I decided to do my own blog on street style fashion when I went back to Paris. Most of the time, I stand in front of clothing stores selling vintage things and waiting for who seems to be the right stuff.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

FEBRUARY 5, 2011

I have a fantasy of being featured on a street style blog…but not just any street style blog, but one of the big ones-The Sartorialist or Street Peeper or Face Hunter- where the women and men look like models and their clothing looks expensive and couture. Excuse me miss! Of course not! I’ll smile sweetly.

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Couponing 101

DECEMBER 7, 2012

If you’ve been considering making the switch to cloth diapers, you may want to check out this sale. According to the Cloth Diaper Report , a blog that reviews cloth diaper brands, the Bambino Mio rates at a 9 (out of 10). Totsy has Bambino Mio Reusable Diapers on sale up to 61% off ! Baby Gear, and more.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2014

For instance, we regularly do the following frugal activities: Hang clothes to dry indoors on a wooden drying rack, Buy food in bulk when it is cheap and freeze the excess or store it, Buy used (for clothing and furniture), Cut my son and husband’s hair. Have my husband dye my hair. Make our own laundry detergent. That is okay.

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The Bargain Hunter Extraordinaire

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

Check out her wonderful blog if you haven't already; it is wonderful! As part of this blog, I have to list 5 items of clothing I could not live without. Tags: Your Blog Is Fabulous. I would love to send out a HUGE thank you to Jolie at Senorita Fashionista for presenting me with this fabulous award.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 10, 2015

Anti-static Skimmies® – Resists static and allows clothes to glide. Something happens when you become comfortable in your clothing–you become CONFIDENT in your clothing! For those with no Twitter or blog, read the official rules to learn about an alternate form of entry. Skimmies retail for $20-$22.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 30, 2012

This works really well in clothing stores, as well as home improvement warehouses like The Home Depot and Lowe’s. He also produces a blog where he writes about frugal living, personal finance, and the adventures of raising three active children. Look For Imperfect Items. Learn to Negotiate Better Prices.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

I love them in velvet or cloth! Throughout the month I will answer reader’s style questions here on the blog! ” – Natalie. Definitely a wide choker! Here are a few favorites: Andra Choker , Duchess Choker , Goodnight Moon Sapphire Choker , Faux Stone Choker , Faux Suede Lariat Choker. Have a style question?

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

Save up to 60% off clothing, toys and housewares. Don’t forget to check the FTM Blog View to see “all” the newest deals. . Be sure to check out the Frozen LED Projection Light for only $9.99. Sign up for a free Zulily Account. . Click on New Today or just search for Frozen. Select your items and add to your cart.

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 28, 2014

Save up to 60% off clothing, watches, DVD’s and more. Don’t forget to check the FTM Blog View to see “all” the newest deals. . Disney Frozen Sale. Zulily has a sale on Disney Frozen Collection. Only members can take advantage of Zulily’s low prices. Membership is free and signing up is fast and easy.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

SEPTEMBER 18, 2010

The clothes are made solely for the outlet …factory versions which tend to be of lesser quality than the regular store but still great finds! Most of the clothing are versions of the most popular items currently in the store. This weekend is the Grand Opening of the J.Crew Factory store online!!

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 2, 2014

Save up to 60% off clothing, toys and housewares. Don’t forget to check the FTM Blog View to see “all” the newest deals. . For a limited time only , Zulily has a sale on Disney Frozen Collection. Be sure to check out the Frozen LED Watch for only $9.99. Sign up for a free Zulily Account. .

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

AUGUST 12, 2010

Spottedmoth.com is an adorable online boutique with equally adorable clothing and accessories. Their motto is “ Be chic and sweet in clothes that are rich in style but not in price! ” And we couldn’t have said it better ourselves! And be sure to check out their equally cute blog … Love it Spotted Moth !!

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Couponing 101

APRIL 8, 2020

The CDC recently recommended the use of cloth face coverings in public areas as a way of reducing the spread of the virus. Here are a few helpful no-sew tutorials: Face Mask for Kids and Adults via Creative Fashion Blog – This tutorial uses fabric adhesive to hold the mask together without any sewing. Types of Materials.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

AUGUST 12, 2010

Spottedmoth.com is an adorable online boutique with equally adorable clothing and accessories. Their motto is “ Be chic and sweet in clothes that are rich in style but not in price! ” And we couldn’t have said it better ourselves! And be sure to check out their equally cute blog … Love it Spotted Moth !!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 26, 2012

Many thanks to 20’s Finances who hosted the Financial Carnival for Young Adults #9 and included David’s post, 6 Places to Find Inexpensive Organic Cotton Clothing. Latisha’s post, Passive Index Investing for Your Portfolio , was included in the Carnival of Retirement #16 hosted by Broke Professionals.

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Saving In Akron

JANUARY 25, 2011

When washed in a conventional laundry detergent that contains optical brighteners, clothes appear to glow under a black light. When you use Seventh Generation liquid laundry products, you won’t see the same glow on your clothing. Blog about the giveaway. Prizes will be sent directly from My Blog Spark.

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For the Mommas

JULY 16, 2014

Save up to Men, Women and Kids Clothing and Shoes. Don’t forget to check the FTM Blog View to see “all” the newest deals. . Zulily has a sale on New B isNew Balance Sneakers, up to 50% off. Only members can take advantage of Zulily’s low prices. Membership is free and signing up is fast and easy.

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For the Mommas

JULY 7, 2014

Save up to 60% off clothing, watches, DVD’s and more. Don’t forget to check the FTM Blog View to see “all” the newest deals. . Zulily has a sale on Disney Frozen Collection. Only members can take advantage of Zulily’s low prices. Membership is free and signing up is fast and easy. then they’re gone!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

As far as things go for clothing, I think the trend that I am most excited to style is the long boyfriend blazer in the striking plaid and herringbone patterns. Throughout the month I will answer reader’s style questions here on the blog! I was so inspired by the looks from the Fendi Fall 2017 Collection that I bought my own pair!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

If you ask someone if they like to sit around and compare things; people, clothing styles, shiny cars, neighborhoods, they’ll tell you, “No, of course not, it isn’t nice to compare.” With websites like Pinterest and happy homemaker blogs gaining popularity, more and more people are looking to make and preserve their own goods at home.

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For the Mommas

JULY 10, 2014

Save up to 60% off clothing, watches, DVD’s and more. Don’t forget to check the FTM Blog View to see “all” the newest deals. . Zulily has a sale on Disney Frozen Collection. Only members can take advantage of Zulily’s low prices. Membership is free and signing up is fast and easy. then they’re gone!

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Discount Coder UK

JUNE 20, 2013

If you read this blog regularly you’ll know I’m a great one for decorating my clothes. Charity shop jackets in particular, which I embellish with all sorts of nonsense including faux jewels, glitter glues, fabric paint, ‘silk’ flowers and 3d craft paints. read more.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

The blog is suffering, time with the hubby is lacking, my to do list at home is growing exponentially, and the board I am on is also keeping me hopping. This weekend I am going to do my due diligence at working on our trip planning and catching up with blogging activities. Should you line dry your clothes?

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Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

This costume makes the cut because not only is it adorable, but you can also use thicker clothes to construct a warmer costume, making it appropriate for cooler climates. Baby Scuba Diver Costume via I Love My Kids Blog. But put your baby in a garden gnome outfit, and it may be cuteness overload!

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Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

What little girl doesn’t LOVE to design their own clothing? I was constantly playing with clothes with my dolls when I was a child – and just wishing I could make my own outfits. Your child can now design her own clothing from a website called FashionPlaytes.com. Choose what item of clothing you want to design.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 8, 2012

Use that gift card combined with sales to buy some new clothes to give to a needy family. While you may feel that you don’t have anything to donate to a charity, you can use free programs such as Swagbucks or Huggies to donate things like clothing, toys and diapers. You can use your Swagbucks for charity in a variety of ways.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

I own a blog and some other websites and have been wanting a new camera to take pictures and videos for them. Since my blog is set up as a business, I could deduct the expense – or at least depreciate the asset over time – reducing my taxes. Winter clothes.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

JULY 11, 2010

You definitely don’t want to look like you walked into your closet blindfolded and just started grabbing clothes. Tags: How To budget fashion blog fashion blog Fashion expert FASHION ON A BUDGET style blog style expert style fashion. 2 : To be safe(er), use stripes as one of your prints. Happy mixing!

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 5, 2015

For the past two years, I have held monthly accountability challenges on the blog. I’ve put a band-aid on the situation by using plastic tubs for her clothes and a plastic drawer unit for her socks and underwear. I have found new or gently worn name brand clothing, snow gear, shoes, household stuff, and books.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

JUNE 2, 2016

Make sure to test out which different styles tend to work better with you body or look for websites/stores that offer petite sizes in their clothing ( Anthropologie , Missguided , Banana Republic ). Each week I will answer one reader’s style question here on the blog! – Stick with solid colors opposed to crazy prints.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

AUGUST 11, 2011

All of their clothes are budget friendly and incredibly on trend each season. We will now be able to feature some our most favorite pieces from every season on the blog, because they will be finally be able to accessible online. And just in time for stocking up on fall’s trendiest pieces!!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

AUGUST 22, 2013

Some quick and dirty tips to getting your clothes clean. I Heart Monday is an awesome weekly segment on this gorgeous blog. There’s nothing worse than a tangled cord. Keep yours organized with these Cord Tacos – a 5-pack is only $25, and add some Knick Knack Nachos to your order for $34. So, so cute.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

AUGUST 5, 2010

Just ask the salesperson to put your name and number on it and they’ll call you when they switch out the clothes–but act fast! Tags: Deal of the Week fashion blog Fashion expert FASHION ON A BUDGET Look for Less style blog style expert style fashion. They usually merchandise w/the best stuff and it goes quickly!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

JULY 8, 2010

Just when I say to myself, I don’t need anymore clothes for the Summer or I’m going to take a break from shopping this week…they go and add new dresses to their site! Tags: Deal of the Week budget fashion blog fashion blog Fashion expert FASHION ON A BUDGET style blog style expert style fashion.

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