Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Have you heard the old saying: “Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without.”? We were poor, Mom and Dad lived every day showing us what it meant to ‘make it do’ and we often ‘did without’ Here are my thoughts on frugal ways to make things do.

Making Do 219

Making Do Making Green And Frugal Friends And Family Sale 219

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 11, 2020

Pre-coronavirus, we didn’t think twice about shaking a stranger’s hand, using the ATM keypad, or going to the grocery store without donning a hazmat suit. This includes Christmas savings, extra mortgage payment, clothing, hobbies, anything frivolous, and sadly, contributions to charities and our retirement will also be paused.

Budgeting 246

Budgeting Budget Family Debt 246

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

I have made many money mistakes over the years – when I was single, I bought so many clothes and books! Highly rated, easy to use, and it sits gathering dust. Child did not like it, so we don’t use it. I also spend too much money on clothes for this kid (not like designer, just Old Navy type!) 😉 10.

Kids and Family 187

Kids and Family Money Home and Garden Frugal 187