Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 29, 2015

We have some hefty financial goals this year and this is just one more way for me to squeeze more from our budget. Can I find what I need at a second hand or thrift store? I have found new or gently worn name brand clothing, snow gear, shoes, household stuff, and books. The Choose Thrift First Challenge.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 5, 2015

In 2014, the Grocery Budget Challenge encouraged us to keep our grocery spending in line and to be creative with our meal planning so that we do not over-spend. In 2015, the monthly challenge will be Choose Thrift First. Can I find what I need at a second hand or thrift store? The Choose Thrift First Challenge.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

The 5 Easiest Budget Categories to Reduce. They are by far the easiest & quickest category to reduce in a household budget. Restaurants can be a huge drain on any budget, but there are ways to enjoy a meal out without spending a lot of money. I love nice clothing, but I’ve now adopted a more minimalist wardrobe.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

“How to Live Large and Have Fun”, “How to Spend Millions on Credit and Never Pay a Dime”, “Live Large and On Charge…Cards”, “Living High on the Hog: The Art of Budget Busting”…these are all titles of fictitious books, but they might as well be bestsellers. You have to understand that downsizing doesn’t mean going without. Buy Store Brands.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 9, 2014

We’ll talk about cash flow, budgets, debts, and all of the nitty gritty of our finances that might not be fun to talk about, but are so important to discuss. Today’s assignment: Reduce Your Spending in at least 3 Budget Categories. It is by far the easiest & quickest category to reduce in a household budget.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 9, 2011

Learning how to make your own clothes is a pastime that will not only save you some money, it is skill that can evolve into a hobby that you love. With some practice, patience, and some sewing know-how, you’ll be on your way to making your own clothing before you know it. Here are some helpful tips to get you going.

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Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 8, 2012

I love, Love, LOVE clothes. I am a military wife and our clothing budget is Spartan, at best. About five years ago, I started thrifting. As a grad student, I had hit a few “vintage” shops but had never really looked to outfit myself or children using resale clothing. Successful thrifting takes a little effort.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 18, 2016

It can be tough to dress yourself on a budget when you have children. They are always growing out of clothes and shoes, and it feels like your clothing money is quickly siphoned away. Thrift Shopping. With your wardrobe in mind, start with thrift stores. Thrift stores are not the dusty, smelly places of the past.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

Likewise, thrift stores are always full of people. If you think buying used is just for people who are on a tight budget, think again. Mixer I would love to buy a Kitchen Aid mixer, but that’s not yet in the budget. 8 Great Things that You Can Find at Thrift Stores How Little Could You Spend on Your Child in a Year?

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Before we get to the list, if you haven’t started planning for Christmas, I offer this FREE Christmas Gift & Spending Budget Excel Worksheet to my email subscribers. Enough was enough and we have since changed our ways of budgeting for Christmas gifts. Hopefully, that’s your goal too. Have a Virtual Yard Sale.

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JUNE 11, 2019

If medical bills aren’t enough, you’ll have to worry about strollers, car seats, changing tables, cribs, clothes… it may seem like the expenses never end. These simple money-saving tips can help you focus more on your new baby and less on your strained budget. . Your sister has some baby clothes her kid has outgrown.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 21, 2014

I found myself feeling suffocated by our home, my schedule, my diet, our budget, and my mind, so I’m focusing on decluttering in 2014 and hopefully by the end of the year, I’ll feel much freer and less stressed. I pulled out clothes that I don’t wear and I’ll donate to the thrift store. Goal Setting'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 17, 2012

Clothing Bags If you donate clothing to your local thrift stores , then these bags can help you out. Many times, people use trash bags to transport used clothing, but grocery bags will work as well. For example, you could use one trash bag to haul all of your clothing, or you could use three grocery bags to do it.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Also, I tend to keep pieces for a long time, as I learned years ago that buying quality clothing lasts much longer than fast fashion. Since November is always a big month for sales and coupons and the beginning of the cold season, I do most of my winter clothing shopping during this month.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Many of us are struggling to make ends meet (as in what’s at the end of the receipt meeting what’s at the end of your checkbook), and sometimes we discover that money for enough groceries to feed a family just isn’t in the budget. The truth is that you can fill your cupboards to overflowing even on a tight budget, if you know the tricks.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

Before we get to the list, if you haven’t started planning for Christmas, here’s my FREE Christmas Gift & Spending Budget Excel Worksheet to help you get started. Enough was enough and we have since changed our ways about budgeting for Christmas gifts. Hopefully, that’s your goal too. I use this spreadsheet.

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Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 30, 2013

Thrift Store Style. Developing your own personal style on a budget at college can be a fun, creative challenge. Thrift stores, on the other hand, offer affordable, stylish clothing. As a recent article in CNN notes, buying secondhand clothes no longer comes with a stigma. Dining Hall.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

Make it a game and be creative when looking for money within your budget and finding new ways to earn extra money. Groceries is the easiest budget category to overspend. It was an escape from the office, but it was eating up my budget…see what I did there! 25 Ways to Find Money for your Emergency Fund.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 13, 2013

I like this option because they are also budget friendly and show you fun things to do around the new city that you may not have been aware of before. 5 Ways To Save Money On Moving Expenses Budget and Kid Friendly Fun How to Shop at Thrift Stores for Clothes To Save Money. Visit Your Local YMCA. Travel Tips'

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Look for money within your budget and find creative ways to earn extra money. 8 – Rethink your gift spending and create a budget for the year. I’m always amazed by the amount store tags I see on clothing and household item at thrift stores. 19 – Shop thrifty for you clothing needs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 9, 2012

How to Have Fun on a Budget Having fun and finding entertainment and recreation opportunities doesn’t have to be expensive, which is great news when you are. 8 Great Things that You Can Find at Thrift Stores Don't forget to enter to win an iPad 3 here at PET. Only 2 days left.Most people think clothes when they think.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 30, 2015

My favorite thrift store has a section dedicated to seasonal items. A couple of days ago on one of my visits, I noticed 2 entire clothing racks filled with Halloween costumes and/or clothing items. The number and variety of Halloween items in this thrift store surprised me.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 17, 2013

Donate items : Since my son is an only child, his clothing doesn’t get a lot of heavy use. They appreciate the clothes — and the fact that they don’t have to buy them. Don’t limit yourself to the thrift stores, either. Provide a service : This is related to giving your time. How do you approach giving?

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Giving Money Donation Bills 235

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

Winter clothes. These get donated to thrift stores or placed in consignment shops so you might keep checking your local stores for these. – Thrifty Ways to Wrap Christmas 10 Ways to Shop Green and Budget Friendly During Boxing Day… Cheaper, Less Stressful Alternatives to Christmas Gift… Go Frugal' Other tips.

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Saving Cents With Sense

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

Halloween is scary enough, don’t let your budget get spooked out this year too! Visit your local thrift shop. Even if your local thrift shop does not have a costume section, you can still find some fun and funky secondhand clothing to use for costumes. How to Save Money on Halloween Costumes.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

It’s easy to make the switch, and with these items not on my grocery list, I’ve made more room in my grocery budget for actual food. Examples: Replace paper napkins with cloth napkins. Choose thrift first. And rather than throw unused possessions away, donate to a thrift store or offer up on Freecycle.org.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

Whether you are just starting out; wanting to freshen up your own older items; or furnishing a second home, furniture buying can make a big dent in your budget. Garage sale and thrift store furniture bargains abound. Often older cloth furniture retains the smells from its prior life. Dealing with smaller cloth items.

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 18, 2011

I always give my son some incentive to spend the afternoon trying on his clothes! Mix old and new - Once you have stock of what you have, buy clothes to match. Spiffing up what you already have with new item is a great way to get extended use out of your kid’s clothing. Try everything on.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 22, 2013

Talk about why you make a list (to keep within your budgeted expense amount and still get what the family needs), how you use it (Do you put the items in order by where they are in the store? Your kids are inevitably going to find something they would like to take home with them. Probably something that is not on your list. Money Tips'

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 6, 2009

Recycling your clothing, shopping at thrift stores, and reselling your old items are to SAVE GREEN!!! Recycling/Swapping Clothing It's time for spring cleaning and what better way to get rid of old clothing and start a new, than selling or recycling what you already have. Here are some tips and ways to Go Green.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JULY 10, 2013

But you don’t have to break your budget on clothes, especially with these easy tips to help you save on school uniforms. Many times it is just the items that will have the patch, or logo, on the clothing that needs to be bought from the shop. Tips to Save on School Uniforms. Shop Around. Shop Second-Hand.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

JANUARY 27, 2010

I’ve never found a better site with so many unique pieces and hand-made goods …from clothing and jewelry to accessories and art ; I was overwhelmed with what to look at first. From clothing to home decor to art, I try to feature things that have a well-defined style of their own. Is there any meaning behind the name?

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

My wedding dress, thrifted! But now that I’ve progressed in my practice these 5 years, and have the room in my budget, I have a $130 mat, a few sets of nice yoga clothes, and $2500 teacher training. I live in the Midwest with my fiancé (soon to be husband in March!), I mostly work remotely which is very, very nice.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

5 Action Steps for a Mindful March: 1 – Write a budget/spending plan for March. I’m a big fan of Zero Based Budgeting. If you’re new to writing a budget, read: How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!). If you need encouragement and guidance with your budget, join my private Facebook group: Family Budgeters Unite!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 28, 2011

Frugal Dad tells us how it’s possible to have a wedding on a budget. Being Frugal tells us how we can rock the thrift stores. Both my husband and I have worn second hand clothes and I must say, no one is the wiser. Moolanomy tells us how we can reach our savings goals by using virtual bank accounts. Going Frugal.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

My kids both have chronic medical issues that are costly & require much budgeting. Electronics/beauty products/new furniture or household items (I’m using things left by my grandparents & living in their house, have done some changes & repairs but free/thrift is excellent). This means funds are tight.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

” Robert Kiyosaki I dare say there isn’t a soul on this planet as frugal as a mom on a budget. This should save you a bundle on the cleaning products budget. It can be anything from kids’ toys to storybooks, recipes, school supplies, kids’ clothes, DIY craft supplies—you name it. Do you get what I mean?

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