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Meet a Reader | Gretchen from Oregon

The Frugal Girl

I use a grain mill to grind grain for our sourdough bread. The grain mill was an investment but if you compare the cost of homemade sourdough bread to store bought loaves of equivalent quality, it’s a huge savings. At this point, I don’t even think about seeking out new items, buying second-hand is just second nature.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

Did you buy the materials to make that cute craft that you found on Pinterest but the bag is still sitting in your dining room…3 months later? I’m always amazed by the amount store tags I see on clothing and household item at thrift stores. There are online sites that will buy books. 17 – Sell Your Skills.