Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 6, 2013

When you’re stressed-out, a little sunshine and fresh air will do wonders. Vegetable and herb gardens can be a source of food, which can help you save money on food expenses. If you have too much food, you can always give it away or sell it for additional income. Many people like having hobbies, but many of us.

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Hobby Cheap Gardening Garden 213

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Today we’re meeting a reader who only found my blog a few months ago; I love that she already volunteered to do a Meet a Reader post. Tell us a little about yourself I’m Andrea, I’m in my 20s. I would like to pursue higher education in some way, maybe a History PhD, or a library science degree? Hey everyone!

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Friends And Family Sale Library College Cars 192

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

If you’re new to writing a budget, read: How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!). Assign a budget category to each transaction, so you can add up what you spend on food, fuel, clothing, self-care, etc. Spend Frugal February planning your meals from food that you already have in your kitchen, refrigerator, and freezer.

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February Frugal Financial Goals Budgeting 100

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

Today we’re meeting a reader who is an artist, a homeschooler, a boy-mom, and a renter by choice. Tell us a little about yourself I’m Karen A. Eventually, when I was married and working at a library I ordered my own copy of the Complete Tightwad Gazette–and I still have it! Hello, everyone!

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Rent Son Frugal Home and Garden 182

For the Mommas

MAY 20, 2013

This week at BundleoftheWeek.com, add five Kitchen Stewardship ebooks to your library at a fraction of their regular price! And you’re welcome to pass on your duplicates to a friend or family member to encourage them in their real food journey as well!

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Kitchen Recipes Friends And Family Sale Library 51

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 18, 2016

A store coupon can be used only at that particular store offering the coupon. A Manufacturer coupon is offered from a particular brand and can be used at most stores. 2 Side notes: Our local library has a box for coupons. Take what you use and drop off the coupons that you don’t use. On Products.

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Groceries Grocery Grocery Coupons Finds 150

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 1, 2017

However, December is a great time to find deals on basics, food, and things that you might need and/or use throughout the year. Check the events calendar of your community, library, mall, and places of worship. Don’t forget to use Ebates , an online rebate portal, when shopping online. Use the price scanner.

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Saving Money December Money Friends And Family Sale 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 31, 2012

Use Up Existing Resources. She charged up credit cards to buy food and clothing. Since she could no longer afford to pay it, she stopped the home insurance and stopped using the cars she inherited (also free and clear). She gets all her food from the food pantry, which she visits on her bicycle.

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Friends And Family Sale Taxes Insurance Money 189

Saving Everyday

JANUARY 21, 2015

There’s nothing quite like the joy you feel when you find out you’re expecting your first child. I must have read every book my library had on parenting! In addition to making the right food choices, I wanted to use the best products I could find on their delicate skin.

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Pampers Baby Walmart Friends And Family Sale 40

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 20, 2015

Rail trails are old railway lines that have been converted to multi-use paths designed for pedestrian, bicycle, skating, equestrian, and/or light motorized traffic. Unless you’re a member of a tennis club, hitting the tennis courts is usually free. Look for local fairs and festivals for low cost games, food and activities.

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Activism Budgeting Budget Amusement Park 100

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Today, we’re meeting a reader who has managed to live for 2.5 Tell us a little about yourself When asked the question “Where are you from? My interest in frugality is less about saving money specifically, and more about making good use of the resources I have. years with no car (and two small kids!).

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Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 191

For the Mommas

JULY 22, 2015

If you’re willing to give up some information about yourself — like your career title or location — you can get a free year’s subscription to a variety of magazines. Books - Besides going to the library — which is an obvious first place to start for free books — there are lots of ways to get free digital books.

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Food and Drink Software Cars Car 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 26, 2011

I have been able to save on things like food, gas, and clothing. If you’re lacking on equipment front, check out Amazon for some great deals on appliances. If I can’t get the item online, then I check with my local library to see if they have it for sign out. Here are some examples: Stop eating out on the weekend.

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Bills Money Insurance Saving Money 124

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

We’re meeting an Arkansas reader today and initially, I thought she was the first one! Tell us a little about yourself Greetings from the NW corner of Arkansas, where I was born (around 40+ years ago) and raised. We use the eggs, harvest meat & if I can’t get out to hunt venison we’ve had friends give us meat.

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Arkansas Frugal College Kids and Family 182

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

We committed to using a cash budget, and we talked daily at. When the second loan was paid off, we used everything to go towards. When the second loan was paid off, we used everything to go towards. and using all of our extra funds, like bonuses from work and tax returns, we were able to pay everything off in 4 years!

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Debt Debt Free Friends And Family Sale Budgeting 100

Saving With Shellie

APRIL 5, 2011

So branch out of your ordinary and learn how to use coupons to achieve saving succes! Despite these costs, it is often worthwhile to buy extra coupons if you’re looking to build your stockpile. If you need more than two coupons, try using another computer like a friend, neighbor’s. Or go to your local library.

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Magazine and Newspaper Subscriptions Betty Crocker Newspaper Red Plum 96

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 2, 2015

Enjoy storytime and activities featuring We’re In The Wrong Book! In 2015, every 4th grader will get an Every Kid in the Park pass food for FREE admission to all of America’s National Parks. Be sure and check out your local library and parks and recreation departments for free programs and events right in your hometown!

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Family Cheap Kids and Family October 40

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 2, 2016

Of course, the British climate isn’t always kind, but I’m pleased to say the weather recently has been glorious and I’ve been making full use of it! They’re certainly not comfortable at first, but I think its really the only way out of such a situation. There was only one way to find out! That electric drill?

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Debt Finds Debt Free Pay Off Debt 100