The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

This week, I am thankful: that I had an umbrella in my car Most days at college, I only go to one building. In fact, some of them even express gratitude for the work we students are doing. Even though this one is always begging for food. So, I felt very thankful that I happened to have an umbrella in my car!

Thankful 210

Thankful Thanksgiving Sunshine Cars 210

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 4, 2011

The same kind of over thinking tends to infect financial advice, as well, especially when it’s doled out to college students who are desperate to come up with ways to make a few extra bucks between studying for exams and balancing their social lives. It’s not for food, bills, movies, dates, anything.

College 169

College Graduation Credit Cards Re-use 169

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 7, 2014

Each and every year, tuition costs for colleges and universities across North America increase. Students now more than ever are graduating into a life of student loan payments, debt, and economic uncertainty. It seems that many students accept student loans as a given; something unavoidable. Lifestyle Inflation.

Debt 217

Debt Debt Free Graduation Student 217

Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 30, 2013

This would be a great gift for a college student, bachelor, or even for someone deployed overseas. My husband purchased several small appliances like this while he was in Afghanistan and said it made cooking “real” food possible. 30) | Great Gift For College Students & Bachelors!

Student 40

Student College Gifts Appliances 40

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 6, 2024

The repeated defrosting cycles tend to cause freezer burn on foods pretty quickly, so I try not to keep things in my kitchen freezer for long at all. Related: A post about freezing food in glass jars. And here’s a post about freezing food odds and ends. Here’s my cinnamon bread recipe , in case you want to make some!)

Grocery Spending 187

Grocery Spending Groceries Grocery Sewing 187

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

If you have the knack for your DSLR, a photo session would be a perfect idea for new parents, soon-to-be high school or college graduates, or a family portrait. Offer these cooking lessons and send the food home with the recipient. This is a perfect gift for the newly married couple or a college graduate leaving the nest on your list.

Christmas 130

Christmas Gifts Home and Garden Flowers and Gifts 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

Building a college finance fund takes dedication and consistency. When your children are college age, they can always get a private student loan. Here are 5 ways to trim your budget for your child’s college funds. Use the above 5 ways to trim your budget for your child’s college fund.

College 100

College Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale 100

Coupons Do Work

MAY 3, 2016

to get $10 off food purchases of $35 through May 4. West elm offers students, teachers, and faculty a 15% discount all year. Educators and students can save up to $200 on a new Mac, and up to $20 on a new iPad at the Apple Store for Education. Show your valid teacher ID in store.

2016 100

2016 Freebies Beers Education 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 31, 2014

For me, my best financial lesson came from suffering through 10 years of near poverty, the consequence of picking a non-lucrative college major, then figuring out how to re-train and enter a highly rewarding profession – learning to be independent and self-sufficient, even from my spouse. Read more on my story in my book. Free money!

Debt 167

Debt College Student Money 167

Coupons Do Work

MAY 17, 2016

If you’re a parent, contact your child’s teacher to let her know about this program that offers rewards for students. Bob Evans – Star Student Program offers free kids meal for good grades. Family Video -free overnight movie or game rental for students that have A’s on report card in any core subject. Zions Bank Pays for A’s.

Free Stuff 100

Free Stuff 2016 Baskin Robbins Student 100

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 12, 2011

You Don't Have to Be A Student to Take Advantage of Back To School Deals. Packing a Lunch: Healthy Food to Go at Kitchen Stewardship. Heading to College 5 Ways to Save on Back to College Needs at Savings Lifestyle. Rent and Save Money on College Textbooks at Financial Success for Young Adults.

Consumerism 217

Consumerism College Saving Money Money 217

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 22, 2011

It was back in 1989 and I was a college sophomore. There weren't a lot of people walking around, mostly hippies and college students. When I was a college sophomore, I didn't even know how to cook scrambled eggs, let alone grow my own food. I remember my first Earth Day celebration. Earth Day has come a long way.

Compost 127

Compost Composting College Home and Garden 127

Saving With Shellie

APRIL 13, 2017

Bella – Electric Food Slicer – $29.99. These make great wedding gifts, gifts for college students, or just something new for your kitchen. Today only at Best Buy, save 50% Off Select Bella Kitchen Appliances ! Bella – 10.5″ ″ x 20″ Ceramic Griddle – $14.99. Blender – $19.99.

Appliances 49

Appliances Kitchen Buy Buying 49

Saving With Shellie

DECEMBER 26, 2016

The bake, convection-bake, broil, toast and pizza functions allow you to cook a variety of food. This would be perfect for a college student or someone who doesn’t have an oven in their kitchen. These are great to have on hand for easy toasting and baking! Snag it today for someone you know!

Toasters 45

Toasters Ovens Pizza Student 45

Saving With Shellie

JULY 22, 2016

Sending a student to college next month? It features a can dispenser, three fresh-food shelves and a full-width built in freezer. Send them off with this Magic Chef 3.5 Mini Refrigerator in Stainless from The Home Depot. It’s on sale for only $99.98 (regularly $154) and shipping is FREE!

Refrigerators 40

Refrigerators Home Depot Food and Drink Student 40

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 4, 2014

We met in college and currently both feel drawn toward higher education. ’ Apart from our careers we’re very into cultural experience, LOVE big city life with all the culture and delicious food it provides and our greatest lament in moving to Western NY is that there won’t be the variety that our beloved Portland offers us.

Debt Free 243

Debt Free Debt Goals Student 243

Saving Everyday

JANUARY 13, 2014

I recently read an article on the ten best things to give to college students, and feminine products were at the top of the list. Most of the students interviewed said they get more food than they can eat, but what they really need are things like this that they HAVE to have but can be expensive. section at most stores.

Feminine Products 45

Feminine Products Student College Girls 45

Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 3, 2016

Do you have a student going off to college this fall? This Haier refrigerator also accommodates fresh fruit, milk, juice and other foods. Be sure and snag them this great deal on a Haier 2.7 cu ft Refrigerator in Virtual Steel for just $79. It is regularly $99.84 so you save $20 with this deal today at Walmart.

Refrigerators 40

Refrigerators Freezers Ice Cream Student 40

Saving SAHM Sanity

JANUARY 18, 2013

The biggest changes have to be my decision to become a full time college student. I've never been to college before, and other than becoming a mom, becoming a student was the biggest adjustment I've ever made in my life! I looked at the pictures of all my food deals and thought to myself "Wow, we used to eat crap!"

Student 45

Student 2008 College Computers 45

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 26, 2014

Then, as a college student, I ate my stress away. But then I started having digestive problems, and after a few years of suffering, I discovered that I had a leaky gut that had caused multiple food intolerances including dairy, legumes, gluten, eggs, and most grains. Unlike three years ago, I never eat grains or sugary foods.

Little Debbie 173

Little Debbie Kids and Family Health Money 173

Couponing 101

JUNE 18, 2019

It’s also an opportunity to save money for college while learning a valuable lesson about hard work. If your teen excels in school, picking up tutoring work can allow them to put money in the bank while helping out fellow students who need a little extra support. For teens, having a summer job is more than just a rite of passage.

Money 67

Money Making Pets Landscaping 67

Couponing 101

JUNE 14, 2011

Kid’s grades K – 12 are eligible and multiple students from each family are eligible. Food purchase required.). Food purchase required.). Students K – College are eligible. Cheryl & Co — Free cookie for every A on your report card! Dine in only.

Freebies 97

Freebies Baskin Robbins Chuck E Cheese Pizza Hut 97

For the Mommas

JULY 18, 2014

Free Kids Haircut At Remington College. Free 6-Month Amazon Prime Membership {For Students}. Free 6-Month Amazon Prime Membership {For Students}. FREE Food: Free Lipton Tea K-Cup Samples. Free School Supplies For Military Families. FREE Sample Garnier Clean+. JC Penney – Free 8×10 Photo Portrait for Military.

Freebie Friday 66

Freebie Friday JC Penneys Freebies Fridays 66

For the Mommas

AUGUST 22, 2014

Free Kids Haircut At Remington College. Free 6-Month Amazon Prime Membership {For Students}. FREE Food: Free Lipton Tea K-Cup Samples . Colgate: FREE Bright Smiles Kit for Teachers. Free Mp3 Download Credit. Free Cesar Savory Delights Entrée to a Friend. Free Redbox Rental Code {Today Only}. Free Sample – U by Kotex.

Freebie Friday 69

Freebie Friday Freebies Fridays Free Stuff 69

Couponing 101

JANUARY 8, 2020

Instant ramen may be a classic for broke college students and anyone else who loves a cheap meal. If you don’t like spicy food, you might consider cutting the chili powder. Instant Pot Ramen via Rasa Malaysia. However, there’s so much more to ramen than what you experience from those little packets.

Recipes 69

Recipes Re-use Student College 69

For the Mommas

AUGUST 15, 2014

Free Kids Haircut At Remington College. Free 6-Month Amazon Prime Membership {For Students}. FREE Food: SavingStar Friday Freebie: Jell-O Gelatin Dessert. Colgate: FREE Bright Smiles Kit for Teachers. Free Mp3 Download Credit. Free Cesar Savory Delights Entrée to a Friend. Free Printable LEGO SuperHero Chore Chart.

Freebie Friday 65

Freebie Friday Freebies Fridays Free Stuff 65

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 11, 2012

Or you could hire a group of orchestra students from the high school or college in your area to play for the evening (if they’re established they’ll provide entertainment for a lot less than a professional group). You can spend a lot of money keeping your guests well fed if you’re not careful.

Budgeting 256

Budgeting Budget Holiday Food and Drink 256

Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 10, 2019

Just throw it all in a small food processor , give it a whirl, and you’re done. It’s perfect for college students living in dorms! And my favorite part is that you can have it done in about 15 minutes! There are so many things I love about this recipe. It’s easier than deviled eggs. It goes further.

Recipes 58

Recipes Food and Wine Watches Student 58

For the Mommas

JULY 25, 2014

Free Kids Haircut At Remington College. Free 6-Month Amazon Prime Membership {For Students}. Free 6-Month Amazon Prime Membership {For Students}. FREE Food: Free Lipton Tea K-Cup Samples. Send FREE Coke to Our Troops. FREE Smithsonian Museum Entry. Free Cesar Savory Delights Entrée to a Friend. Shell Gas Card wyb $25.00

Freebie Friday 51

Freebie Friday Freebies Fridays Ice Cream 51

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2013

When I was in college, I was too proud to ask my parents for help, and ended up getting a payday loan to cover the rent when I started a new job and hadn’t received a paycheck yet. If you need help with bills or food, there are often community organizations that can provide that type of aid.

Emergency Fund 221

Emergency Fund Taxes Cars Car 221

For the Mommas

JULY 11, 2012

. “Ruth has left her job writing for a hit television show for reasons she’d rather not discuss and is supplementing her increasingly dwindling savings with freelance writing projects—namely, helping anxious high school students craft a perfect college essay and lonely souls craft captivating online dating profiles.

Television 67

Television Televisions Student Daughter 67

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

I got into minimalist content in high school, and somehow found Dave Ramey through there just before I went to college. My college education. The interim dean introduced me to the internship at that college that led to my current career. In college, I made the decision to stop wearing makeup (for a variety of reasons).

Friends And Family Sale 189

Friends And Family Sale Library College Cars 189

For the Mommas

AUGUST 1, 2014

Free Kids Haircut At Remington College. Free 6-Month Amazon Prime Membership {For Students}. FREE Food: Free Lipton Tea K-Cup Samples. Kelloggs Rewards Points – Add 100 Free Points. Send FREE Coke to Our Troops. FREE Smithsonian Museum Entry. Free Cesar Savory Delights Entrée to a Friend. Free Purina Cat Chow Sample.

Freebie Friday 51

Freebie Friday Freebies Fridays Ice Cream 51

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 27, 2012

Those of us who feel that real changes need to be made in the food industry have to actively seek ways to make those changes happen. That they have the power to nudge the world in a more compassionate, sustainable, and healthful direction just by making simple food changes every day. What would you tell future generations?

Giveaway 187

Giveaway Documentary Film Evolve 187

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2011

Join the husband/wife blogging team of Broke Professionals as they attempt to dig themselves out of a combined six figures in student loan debt. Lesson : (And one I did not heed since I have six figure student loan debt) Stay out of debt at all costs. This is how I put two kids through college and raised a family.

Work 133

Work Debt Credit Cards Finance 133

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 18, 2015

I grew up in the mid-state, went to college in the western part of the state and took my first job out of college in eastern PA. There is a $40 family pass available for 2 adults and up to 3 students(immediate family members). The Oakes Museum of Natural History is located at Messiah College, just outside of Harrisburg.

Pennsylvania 100

Pennsylvania Museum Ohio Ice Cream 100

Saving SAHM Sanity

JANUARY 2, 2013

But anyway, this is how I did: Save $1,500 by using coupons and $3,500 by shopping sales: I spent 9 out of the last 12 months being a full time Honors college student, I didn't have much time to coupon. Eat more whole grains and less refined carbs: Well, I ate less fried foods. Read 10 books of my choice: This I did!

2012 40

2012 Goals Student Activism 40