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Normalize Gifting Thrifted Items

Stockpiling Moms

I thought why am I not thrifting for more people on my gift giving list? I thrifted items for my dad because he loves old books and coins. Finally, I found some clothing for my husband and son that was still new with the tag at the thrift store that they loved! Don’t be afraid to start gifting thrifted items.

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Put Yourself on the Path of Happiness for the Holiday Season

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The holiday season can bring shudders and tears to folks who have lost family members or friends; who have lost jobs and income; who have seen illness come into their lives; or who have lost hope and aspiration. How does he find the blessings of the holiday season with no money to buy gifts? Read books on new subjects.

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Introducing the 2015 Choose Thrift First Challenge

Family Balance Sheet

While I love thrift stores, I can be easily swayed to run into Target or Kohl’s when I’m in that part of town. I’m curious to see how much we can save and also how creative we can get by making do with what we already own or looking for things at a thrift store.

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Choose Thrift First Challenge – January Meeting

Family Balance Sheet

At the beginning of the month, we were in the market for a bedroom dresser because my youngest daughter’s dresser fell apart over the holidays. After shopping locally at some furniture stores, I resorted to Craigslist and spent hundreds less on a new-to-her dresser. Can I find what I need at a second hand or thrift store?

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DIY Gift Idea: Easy Tea Cup Snow Globe

Saving Cents With Sense

As you may have heard us mention before, some of the best holiday gifts are the ones made by your very own hands. If you are looking to enjoy some holiday homemade goodness, take a look below at a simple Christmas craft you can enjoy this weekend. Place this charming piece of homemade holiday décor anywhere you can use some sparkle.

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How We Frugal-ed in November 2020

Family Balance Sheet

While I like to shop at thrift stores, I have a hard time finding TALL length jeans for my 5’10 frame and I was in need of new jeans. They always have a big sale on their store brand flour, sugar, brown sugar, chocolate chips. I earned a free turkey from my regular grocery store, GIANT of PA. stuff: $40.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

Dave Ramsey suggests in his book, The Total Money Makeover , that you create a starter emergency fund of $1000. I’m always amazed by the amount store tags I see on clothing and household item at thrift stores. Research the store’s return policy for unused purchases without a receipt if you don’t have it.