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. Yes, that means that you cannot stop at the drive through on your way home from work.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 24, 2011

Income: Work Harder. I already work a full time job and there’s just no time in my schedule for anything else!&# Income: Work Smarter. Start working smarter instead of harder. Here are the steps to start working smarter: Brainstorm income options that you’d enjoy. This is only temporary of course.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

JANUARY 13, 2024

Did you know that you can basically get paid to travel and shop [for your travel gear and clothing] for things you buy everyday? Here's how it works: Sign up is quick and easy, then you're ready to shop! I use that money to purchase travel stuffs, like Groupons, clothing, tours, and more! So, what IS Rakuten?

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Travel Used Airline Sephora 217

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. Many people donate their clothing they no longer wear or need, which often include name-brands. Smart Shopping with Coupons.

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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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Clothes Clothing Making Sewing 216

Shereen Travels Cheap

DECEMBER 2, 2023

Mix and Match When you carry fewer items, you need all your clothing to work together. Scale Down The only one who will know that you’ve worn the same clothing separates more than once on vacation is you (and your travel companions). Schedule some downtime (which you should do anyway) to clean your clothes.

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Lighting Clothing and Accessories Real Estate Travel 255

Motherhood Moments

JANUARY 18, 2023

Maliga shares several ways to prepare for a recession: Prepare a bare bones budget. Prepare ahead of time and create a bare bones budget that includes only your essentials — think food, shelter, clothes, transportation and insurance — so you have a plan in the event that you experience a loss of income or need to cut expenses suddenly.

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Coupons Do Work

APRIL 14, 2015

Over the years I have had to budget, put money away…so we can live the life without worrying about money. To budget, not spend on stupid things and save as much as you can. For the clothes and shoes for my kids, I look for sales. I haven’t bought my kids new clothes in 2 years. I shop at the end of the season.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Time to start working on (or finishing) up your gift list for the year. Normally, I break my list down into three categories - budget, moderate, and splurge - but this year everything is under $120, and most are much less than that, so you can get more for your buck and be even more popular to that traveler on your list. .

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Travel Holiday Gifts Clothing and Accessories 210

Shereen Travels Cheap

MARCH 6, 2024

If you've ever been to a city with a subway system, you may know that there are a lot of stairs you have to deal with, because escalators don't always work and elevators aren't always feasible. I find that different bags work for different trips, and choosing the right size can help you not overpack as well.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

MARCH 30, 2024

If you're just looking to be more organized, then any cube will work for you if it's the right size. You never know what might work and these were cheap, but surprisingly well made, and had a fun design. You end up with a nice brick of clothing that's easier to manage and much easier to pack (passport for scale).

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Las Vegas Travel Laptops Makeup 210

For the Mommas

DECEMBER 19, 2015

Christmas Gifts on a Budget. When you’re on a tight budget, you may think that your Christmas shopping will only yield cheap gifts. Even on a tight budget, you can purchase gifts that look expensive. Your friends and family will never know that you were on a tight budget. It doesn’t have to be that way though.

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Budgeting Budget Christmas Gifts 40

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

DECEMBER 19, 2015

I got to work Pinning away, of course, for inspiration, did a little research and was able to make some cute and cost-efficient additions to my wardrobe. This applied during pregnancy and sticking to solids and neutrals like grey and white, proved to have the utmost versatility, while helping me stay within a budget. Be Cost Savvy.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

MAY 29, 2024

There's nothing worse than having to spend the night somewhere and not having an extra change of clothes, toiletries, or other necessities when you need them. Not only will you save time and money, but if you get delayed or your flight gets cancelled or rerouted, you have all your belongings with you.

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For the Mommas

JULY 17, 2016

5 Ways to Make Living on a Budget Fun. If you think words like budget and fun don’t belong in the same sentence, you may need to shift your thinking on budgeting. Sure, living on a budget isn’t as fun as taking a great vacation abroad, but it doesn’t have to be depressing either. Create a budget accountability group.

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Coupons Do Work

NOVEMBER 24, 2016

Save 30% on select clothing, jewelry, shoes, watches and more at Amazon. The additional savings comes off in the cart. For an example of how to save, get the Kate Spade New York Cobble Hill Teagan Shoulder Bag for only $88.01 after the 30% off comes off in the cart. Normally, the handbag sells for $278.00.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

APRIL 27, 2024

Convertible bags - I'm really digging having a bag that works in multiple ways, so it looks great and is convenient for any outfit/activity. I'm especially partial to compression cubes, because it makes my small cube of clothes even more compact. New Orleans is the best example of this. Packing cubes - I'm a small packer.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 17, 2012

The only drawback to using grocery bags is that they are not insulated, so if you need to keep something cold, they are not going to work. Clothing Bags If you donate clothing to your local thrift stores , then these bags can help you out. Trash Bags Plastic grocery bags are the perfect size for your small trashcans.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 4, 2016

My view is that an allowance can be a chance to teach budgeting, opportunity costs and delayed gratification – if done right. For that allowance I was expected to do part of the household work. They did not have to buy their clothes, food and etc with it. The debate has raged for years and the end is not in sight.

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Making Budgeting Budget Kids and Family 100

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. Awesome, the new price will be $19.99

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2012

The secret to financial success is actually saving small amounts regularly, even just $5 or $10 at first, and then putting these savings to work for you. Your money works for you when it is earning you interest or adding value so don’t leave it sitting in your everyday bank account. Trust me, I have found that this really works.

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Debt Budgeting Budget Finance 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2011

Clothes are a necessity. Designer name brand clothing is a luxury. Monthly clothing costs would include any pants, shirts, dresses, shoes, and outfits that are needed for you, your spouse, or your kids. These items could be work related or for casual purposes. We do this and it works great. Household Items.

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Money Property Taxes DSL Frugal Lives 159

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses. Now that we’ve paid off six figures of non-mortgage debt , we are working on saving 6 months’ expenses and maybe even more.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Shereen Travels Cheap

APRIL 10, 2024

After posting about how I packed a week's worth of clothes in a backpack , I promised you a post on how to pare down your toiletries. I have been working on bringing fewer or smaller things on my trips when I travel, which might be difficult for those who want to take their whole routine on vacation with them.

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Saving money is critical for families on a budget, and it is a challenge for most not to go over. Purchasing pre-made smoothies can bust any budget, but using fruits and vegetables that are moving past ideal ripeness make perfect ingredients for keeping your family on a good diet. Multi-Cooker. Alarm System. All rights reserved.

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Appliances Budgeting Budget Family 40

Saving With Shellie

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Refreshing Make-Up Removal Cloths. You usually have to be logged into your Amazon account before you click to get them to work. Thanks Kosher On A Budget ) Be sure you Follow me on Pinterest and check out my boards for recipes , craft ideas and other frugal living tips ! Deals Around Town Amazon Household'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

If you think buying used is just for people who are on a tight budget, think again. This little baby worked great, especially on summer days when I didn’t want to heat up the whole kitchen by running the regular oven. Mixer I would love to buy a Kitchen Aid mixer, but that’s not yet in the budget. Electronics.

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Buying Second-Hand Saving Money Money Garage Sale 177

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

You can find Angela at her You Tube channel, Our Life…on a Budget , where she vlogs about getting out of debt and staying there! Jeff and I are complete opposites, but have made it work for our 13 years of marriage. When I’m not working, I enjoy running and creating content for my YouTube channel. Where are you from?

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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. Our filing cabinet.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 10, 2013

I have started a new job at work which is great but also very overwhelming as I still need to keep up doing my old job until my replacement is hired and trained. Working to build your emergency fund? Figuring out a budget and how to meet those goals? Dragging your feet on finally setting a budget? Hi everyone.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

Look over your current budget. We had financial advisors look over our budget and make suggestions about what we could cut. Were there arguments during the time you were working on your debt? If you can talk about your finances every week and have a plan that you are working on together, there shouldn’t be a lot of tension.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 12, 2018

What We Ate this Week: I make an effort each week to serve my family delicious food but still stick to the budget. This month at Family Budgeters Unite! , Sometimes you have to work for it, but sometimes it suddenly and gratefully appears. Read my review and how it works here. I find the routine keeps me in check.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2012

Thrift stores are for more than just clothing, and they are great places to find used furniture for cheap. Some thrift stores only focus on smaller items like clothing. Set a Budget – Set a budget before you leave and bring cash. Be Ready to Do a Little Work – A good coat of paint can fix just about anything.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

MARCH 18, 2009

Opt for a feminine, yet highly professional dress instead of your traditional suit next time you get dressed for work! I always prefer to dresses over pants/suits/slacks, but I’ve noticed it’s been a real challenge to find professional yet stylish clothes that are affordable. Work it Michelle!

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

Their 2017 goal is to boost their savings rate and get their expenses down to $30,000 a year as they work towards financial independence. They’re still working on developing their goals for 2017. Each month when they do their budget, they update their chart. Her 2017 goal is to earn $10,000 a month in online income.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

works in outbound sales, and I teach part-time. We have a huge heart for missions work. working full time at a low-paying job and going to grad school full time, while my husband was working multiple jobs just to help us make ends meet. strict budget. We committed to using a cash budget, and we talked daily at.

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Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 10, 2016

budgeting tip : I purchase things on clearance, next sizes up for the next few years. That $285 is well spent because in the end, it is just clothes. The post Gymboree 40% off new school styles + back to school bundle deal appeared first on Coupons Do Work! And fashion isn’t changing that much.

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