The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

For me, to be honest, the hardest part about being frugal is resisting the fun and pleasure of shopping and buying things. Happily, I’ve gotten better at that restraint over the years so I don’t do much impulsive or wasteful shopping these days. We’ve saved so much money over the years shopping that way.

Oregon 186

Oregon Home and Garden Kids and Family Money 186

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 17, 2013

I remember when there was a shoe repair shop on almost every corner. You could take your radio to the radio and TV repair shop down the street, but most things you could probably fix yourself. Remember when high school kids were required to take shop and/or home economics? Do you enjoy making old things new again?

Repairs 214

Repairs San Francisco Radios Garage 214

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

With so much turmoil and unease in the world today – political, social/economical, technological, environmental, etc. Make it be known that that that there is nothing wrong in purchasing second-hand items from thrift stores, yard sales, or via classified ads or even online via places like eBay or Craigslist.

Thrifty 189

Thrifty Recycle Recycled Recycling 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

Garage sale and thrift store furniture bargains abound. I used a shop vac, but any powerful vacuum would work. So, if you have the time and the patience, you can safely and economically reuse furniture of almost any type. But there are ways to save – consider used furniture. Ways to save on furniture.

Re-use 100

Re-use Used Furniture Furniture Recycle 100