Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2013

Now is the time to watch every penny that you spend, so that you can purchase more in the same budget or even better, put that money in emergency funds. Eating out harms you in two ways. Do you watch a lot movies at the theater or rent a lot of movies through a mail order service? Wash your clothes in cold water.

Saving Money 222

Saving Money Money Bills Insurance 222

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

Check out the group and watch my Facebook LIVES where I describe the steps to writing a budget. This is to keep out any trolls and help to keep the group a safe and encouraging place.). Assign a budget category to each transaction, so you can add up what you spend on food, fuel, clothing, self-care, etc. Go sledding.

February 100

February Frugal Financial Goals Budget 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 23, 2014

Most of us did not have clothes dryers, we dried the clothes on a line outside. Cameras had to have actual film and pictures had to be developed after the whole roll of film was ‘exposed’ Research was done at a library using the Dewey decimal system, not a search engine. There was no polyester clothing.

Growing 180

Growing Home and Garden Radios Kids and Family 180

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

I shared our strategies in this post, 15 Smart Ways to Save Money when Eating Out. We have not regretted that decision and you can find out how we manage to Watch Really Great TV Without Cable while saving $50 each month. Find a fitness video series that you enjoy and rent from the library or purchase.

Budget 100

Budget Budgeting Thrifting Thrift Stores 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 26, 2011

I have been able to save on things like food, gas, and clothing. Here are some examples: Stop eating out on the weekend. If I can’t get the item online, then I check with my local library to see if they have it for sign out. Related posts: 8 Ways to Save Money on Clothes. Stop paying for cable.

Bills 124

Bills Money Insurance Saving Money 124

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2014

It is an eye-opening experience and will allow you to figure out what you can cut back on, as well as what is a necessary expense. What about eating out? How about clothes? Don’t forget to check your local library for FREE events, movie and magazine rentals as well. Pack a lunch and watch your savings grow.

2014 88

2014 Saving Bills Emergency Fund 88

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 3, 2017

It is an eye-opening experience and will allow you to figure out what you can cut back on, as well as what is a necessary expense. What about eating out? How about clothes? Don’t forget to check your local library for FREE events, movie and magazine rentals as well. Pack a lunch and watch your savings grow.

New Year's 40

New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40