The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

I drank some free tea Every week, we get a little bundle of sale ads in the mailbox. I tried a thrift store first, but came up dry. Bonus: I did not buy a wasp nest For some strange reason, someone is selling a wasp nest for $200 on Facebook Marketplace. I’m just not sure why in the world someone would buy it!

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Frugal Office Twinings Thrift Stores 211

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2015

Years ago, Mom introduced me to the idea of going to garage sales. People sell the darnedest things at their garage sales. Garage sales take time, you have to hit quite a few before you find the item you want or need. If you are in more of a hurry, find a thrift store instead. My best finds.

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Garage Sale Garage Finds Sale 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 26, 2014

With my list, I went to my favorite thrift store to see what I could find. I only shop there on Wednesdays to take advantage of their 50% off sale. What I’m still looking for at the thrift stores: shorts. I’m very particular about what I buy at the thrift stores. after 50% discount.

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Thrifty Clothes Clothing Thrift Stores 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 3, 2014

Are you a ‘buy it new’ snob – one of those people who shudder at the thought of using someone else’s cast off stuff? After 10 years of not having enough money to buy new things, I found my dream job and started getting high pay. Neighborhood sales are my favorite, and they are prolific in spring and fall.

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Buy Buying Garage Sale Garage 178

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 9, 2012

Garage sales are a great way to make some extra money, and they are a great activity for kids during the summer break. With the proper amount of planning, you can have an easy, stress free garage sale where you make a profit. If you follow these tips, it will be easy to manage your own garage sale.

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Garage Sale Garage Sale Canning 202

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 26, 2015

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. So I took advantage of some good sales at Kohl’s and Target and bought her running capris, socks and two spring outfits.

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Thrifting March Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Some people don’t have time or don’t like to bake but would love to buy home-baked cookies and treats. My sister-in-law buys dozens every Christmas from a mom who bakes for cash. Have a Virtual Yard Sale. I love yard sales, but it’s getting a little cold in the northeast to be hosting one outside.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. Maybe I’m still recovering from the Christmas shopping frenzy, but I had little desire to step into a store. February Update.

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Thrifting February Thrift Stores Financial Goals 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. Yes, please! Found Money in November: $440.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2013

After going through the process, you will have lots more room so you will be able to see exactly what you have and will avoid the mistake of buying something you already own. Anything you now longer want that is still wearable and in reasonable condition can be donated to thrift stores.

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Saving Money Green Money Clothing and Accessories 249

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 19, 2014

Don’t spend too much money on a sun tea jar, I see them at yard sales and thrift stores all of the time. Do you buy it or make it at home? I’ve had mine since the early 90′s as you can probably tell by its decor. As I said, I love my iced tea with herbal simple syrup. Do you drink iced tea?

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Food and Drink Thrift Stores Thrifty Thrifting 180

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NOVEMBER 1, 2019

That being said, in-person thrift stores aren’t always ideal. Some may not have a good thrift shop in their community, while others may prefer the convenience of shopping online. Whether you hope to buy or sell items, this post will share four of our favorite apps for thrifting from the comfort of your own home.

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Thrifting Shopping Thrift Stores Consignment 58

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

Some people don’t have time or don’t like to bake but would love to buy home-baked cookies and treats. My sister-in-law buys dozens every Christmas from a mom who bakes for cash. Have a Virtual Yard Sale. I love yard sales, but it’s getting a little cold in the northeast to be hosting one outside.

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Christmas Finds Part Time Thrift Stores 235

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 30, 2012

I think I have become pretty darn good at it, and I will even haggle successfully at big chain stores like Macy’s, Home Depot, and Best Buy. Whenever I go into a furniture store I will immediately ask the sales associate what is the best price he/she could give me on whatever item I’m interested in.

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Haggle Haggling Bargain Home Depot 211

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2013

Some retail stores do still give out gift boxes for free, always check if you are buying in a brick and mortar store. Shop garage sales and thrift stores and estate sales. Holiday tins are also bountiful at these sales. Shop the after Christmas sales. This You Tube video shows you how.

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Thrifty Christmas Gifts Thrift Stores 174

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 1, 2017

We found a guy who buys appliances from bank foreclosures and resells them. April’s Thrift Store Finds. I have no problem buying equipment for our kids’ activities, but I didn’t want to spend a lot of money on something that my daughter is just trying out. Total Savings: $300. Savings: $20.

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MAY 29, 2019

Buy Out of Season. Buy Used Clothing. You can find used children’s clothing at thrift stores, garage sales, or online via Facebook Marketplace or eBay. But you don’t have to empty your kids’ college funds to keep them decked out in the latest fashions.

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Clothes Clothing Simple Friends And Family Sale 84

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

Shopping the sale racks at your favorite store is always an option, but there are two ways to find even better deals on clothing. Thrift : I regularly stop by my favorite local thrift store and find crazy bargains. I only shop on Wednesdays, when the store has a 50% off everything sale.

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Budgeting Budget Thrifting Thrift Stores 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 17, 2012

You can often find these bags at your local grocery store for 99 cents or a dollar or two. Buy a bunch—really you can never have too many. This is much less expensive than buying the small trash bags. Clothing Bags If you donate clothing to your local thrift stores , then these bags can help you out. This is.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

We do put up decorations (ones I buy at garage sales or thrift stores and reuse each year). Buy one then sell, donate or exchange it. Don’t buy, make. My daughter-in-law came up with this idea, buying bulk pumpkins and bulk flowers. Like me, buy them used and then reuse them each year.

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Halloween Green Reuse Garage 138

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Have you ever bought a pair of shoes that looked really cute in the store, but ended up sitting in your closet? 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? 13 – Have a yard sale. 14 – Sell the big stuff online.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 22, 2013

Learn About Impulse Buying vs. Using A List. 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? Do you buy only exactly what is on the list? Probably something that is not on your list.

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Money Kids Storing Kids and Family 229

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 29, 2011

As I am trying to choose thrift first when it comes to purchases for my family and our home, I realized once again recently that my local, friendly thrift store rarely lets me down. Armed with a mental list of things that I needed to keep my eye open for, I headed to the store on Wednesday for the 50% off sale.

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Thrifting Home and Garden Friends And Family Sale Thrift Stores 149

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 19, 2014

There was very little I had to buy for my child after these showers. Many of the other items I needed like cloth diapers and clothes for the baby in bigger sizes I bought from garage sales. However, who is to say that they did not also buy their own items used? It turns out, quite easily. Others Support the Decision.

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Friends And Family Sale Clothing and Accessories Kids and Family Clothes 176

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

Have you ever bought a pair of shoes that looked really cute in the store, but ended up sitting in your closet? 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? 15 – Have a yard sale. 16 – Sell the big stuff online.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Couponing 101

MAY 10, 2012

One of the simplest ways to save money (especially if you love bread as much as I do) is to home-make your bread rather than buying it at the store. A loaf of bread from the bakery at the grocery store costs at least $2. You can often find them at thrift stores and garage sales, though!

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Bread At Home Frugal Bread Machines 68

Couponing 101

AUGUST 6, 2019

Buy Secondhand Equipment. You can find secondhand sports gear at thrift stores, garage sales, Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and sports resale shops, like Play It Again Sports. Don’t Buy High-End Equipment. These savvy methods can help you save money on kids’ sport gear.

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Sports Kids Craigslist Kids and Family 40

Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 8, 2012

I have found my greatest buys when I wasn’t looking for something in particular. The next time I’m at a thrift store, then I know to focus my attention there. but I prioritize the needs first. :: Find “Your” store. Not all thrift stores are created equal. I note when my son’s jeans are in need replacement.

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Thrifting Thrift Stores Clothes Clothing 76

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

Kids will naturally accumulate stuff, even when they can’t buy it. Some get stuff from stores, the less financially favored head for thrift stores, garage sales, Mom’s house or the trash pickup routes. You go on a trip and buy a beautiful souvenir to remind you of the trip. You move on.

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Cycle Kids and Family Friends And Family Sale Garage Sale 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2013

Home decorating is another area where it may be possible to sew your own cheaper than buying. Easy deal and much cheaper than buying drapes at the time. Today it is much less expensive to buy your clothes, even if you buy brand new and certainly if you shop some of the chic re-sale shops or even the thrift stores.

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Sewing Sewing Machines Machines Saving Money 201

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 13, 2012

They kind of look like the ones for sale at Curious Country Creations. Plan ahead and hit garage sales, but especially estate sales. You can pick up beautiful decorations, wreaths, linens, trees and more at these sales. Thrift stores are also a great place to shop. These make nice gifts too.

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Holiday Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family Christmas 202

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. I was able to buy the upholstery fabric to redo it for just $50. Ways to save on furniture.

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Re-use Used Furniture Furniture Recycle 100

Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 8, 2013

Kids grow out of them so fast that buying them new really is a waste. You can find lightly used clothes and toys at garage sales or thrift stores to save as much as 90 percent off retail, according to LivingOnADime.com, a site dedicated to frugal living. Another great item to buy used is your car.

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Frugal Family Student Thrift Stores 75

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

Instead of buying gallons of iced tea at the store which can cost about $2.50 The math: I stock up when I see a box of 72 Tetley decaffeinated tea bags on sale for $2.50 and a box of 20 Celestial Seasonings tea bags on sale for $2.50. for store-bought iced tea. I keep a list of things to look when thrifting.

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February 2020 Frugal Thrift Stores 208

Saving Cents With Sense

JULY 10, 2013

If your kids wear uniforms to school, you know that they can be pricey, especially if you buy everything from the uniform shops. Or you may find that you can buy shirts at other locations and then pay to have the patch added at the shop later. Buy pants bigger, adjust the waste and then hem the bottom (don’t cut off any fabric).

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Clothing and Accessories JC Penneys Saving Clothes 99

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 23, 2011

There is an initial investment, but I have seen similiar containers at yard sales or thrift stores and at Bed Bath and Beyond where they regularly offer 20% coupons. Use plastic store bags for trash bags. Re-use glass jars instead of buying plastic storage ware. I have 4 different sizes. Cracks me up every time.

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Economical Kitchen Paper Groceries 185

Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 13, 2016

You don’t need to spend a lot on clothing, so consider shopping at thrift stores, yard sales, and even buy/sell groups online. Someone might just buy it for you. Do you really want to ruin that $28 onesie when you can buy one just as cute for less than $10? Wait to buy it.

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