The Frugal Girl

MARCH 5, 2024

I used a free $10 at Victoria’s Secret I signed up for their credit card ages ago (probably back when they still sent out catalogs. So I just always pop in and use them to get some free undies. What frugal things have you been up to? The post Five Frugal Things | symphony for $10? And tell me if you agree.)

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The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 5, 2023

I got a free Panera bagel On Saturday after my assisted living clinical shift, I went to Panera to work on some homework. I got my free drink, since I’m an unlimited sip club member, and the cashier told me I had a free bagel on my account too. What frugal things have you been up to lately?

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The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

So, yay for a free ice pack! I thought he’d charge me a few dollars, but he said he sharpens pocket knives for free all the time. So this ended up being even more frugal than I’d anticipated. What frugal things have you been up to lately? The doctor gave me some Prednisone and my foot has improved a lot!

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

I drank some free tea Every week, we get a little bundle of sale ads in the mailbox. What frugal things have you been up to lately? The post Five Frugal Things | I fixed it, Officer! appeared first on The Frugal Girl. Zoe said, “Nice socks, Mom!” ” when she saw me.

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The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 17, 2023

My cart total was only $5 away from free shipping (which otherwise would have cost $9). Then I made sure to select the slow, free shipping at checkout. What frugal things have you been up to lately? The post Five Frugal Things | white tees aplenty appeared first on The Frugal Girl.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

So I poked through my email to find it, and yay, my book was free to me then. What frugal things have you been up to lately? The post Five Frugal Things | with some tiny things appeared first on The Frugal Girl. That happened on the shirt! So I took a needle and thread and just hand-sewed both of the ends closed.

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The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

I got a free drink at Starbucks so I could use the wifi This past weekend, Tropical Storm Ophelia moved up the east coast, and although it mostly just dumped a lot of rain, we lost power early in the storm. I chose a pumpkin spice latte because I saw there was a bonus star offer, so now I am super close to getting a free drink with stars.

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The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 31, 2023

I… made a batch of this granola made a bottle of this simple vinaigrette got a free pound of butter through my Safeway app used the back of saved paper (it’s got printing on the other side) for my math practice Your turn! What frugal things have you been up to? ” Ha.

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The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 19, 2023

I got some free ornaments from my Buy Nothing group I don’t have a lot of my original Christmas ornaments, and that was fine last year because of Lisey’s Brobee Christmas tree. Disney bundle had been added to my service (maybe it was a free trial year when I signed up? What frugal things have you been up to lately?

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The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

I got some free ice cream + discounted dented cereal I stopped in at Safeway to buy some berries, and as usual, I opened the app to see if any deals stood out. Surprisingly, I had an offer for a free full-size container of the Safeway brand of ice cream. What frugal things have you been up to lately? The worse? The better?

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

So I am declaring a Frugal February. The goal of Frugal February is NOT to feel deprived, but rather to find creative ways to get through the month without unnecessary spending. We could really use an intentional month of frugalness to reset our mindset. 6 – Happy (frugal) Valentine’s Day! Say that 5 times!)

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Another month of 2022 is in the books and another month of frugal-ing. My Frugal Shenanigans! FREE Shredding! Coincidently, our credit union was offering a free shred day AND free breakfast for participating. Share in the comments how you frugal-ed in August! Check out more How We Frugal-ed posts.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 2, 2022

There was nothing too special about my frugal shenanigans in September, other than just trying to be better with every purchase that I make. My Frugal Shenanigans! Grocery Freebies: During October, I scored a free frozen apple pie, a free salad mix, and free pop tarts from Giant of PA. Garden Harvest.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 1, 2020

April 2020 might go down as the most frugal month of my lifetime. With the global pandemic and the decline of our small business, I have flexed frugal muscles that I didn’t know I have. Operation Frugal Living is in full swing at my house. Frugal Kitchen in April: Free Ham? More frugal shenanigans!

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 7, 2022

It’s been a long time since I’ve shared a “How I Frugal-ed” post, but for a variety of reasons, I’m making a more conscious effort lately to flex my frugal muscles. Here’s how we frugal-ed in June. A local dairy was handing out free milk at a local farmers’ market. Yes, please!

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 6, 2022

We’ve seen higher grocery and fuel bills lately, so we’re upping our frugal game to help the budget. How I frugal-ed in the kitchen: I spend a lot of time in my kitchen. Winner Winner FREE Chicken Dinner! In the grand scheme of college funding, $200 is a drop in the bucket, but I always appreciate free money.

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The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

At the end of her email, she said, I wonder if you could address the importance of taking care of one’s mental health especially during really hard times, specifically in frugal ways. The post Q&A | frugal mental health, “why did you get a cat”?, and phones for kids appeared first on The Frugal Girl.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 31, 2020

Welcome to my first “How We Frugal-ed” recap of 2020. Frugal living is NOT about feeling deprived. Frugal living is being intentional with our money and creative with our resources, so we have more to put towards the things that are important to us. Frugal Kitchen in January: Meal Plan. Yes, please!

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Here’s how we frugal-ed our way through it. Frugal Wardrobe in November: I have a small bedroom closet, so I like to keep my wardrobe fairly lean, but highly functional. Frugal Kitchen in November: I stocked up on enough baking supplies at Wegman’s that should get us through most of 2021. a small gas fireplace: $100.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

So I am declaring a Frugal February. The goal of Frugal February is NOT to feel deprived, . 8 Action Steps for a Frugal February: 1 – Write a budget/spending plan for February. 8 Action Steps for a Frugal February: 1 – Write a budget/spending plan for February. 6 – Happy (frugal) Valentine’s Day!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 18, 2021

However, whilst we all have essential bills or borrowing we need to take on and maintain, some people are able to live as frugally as possible to help keep costs down and make their money go further. Here are 5 great tips for saving money by being frugal. Only Borrow What You Need. Should You Risk Not Having Homeowner's Insurance?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 30, 2021

However, whilst we all have essential bills or borrowing we need to take on and maintain, some people are able to live as frugally as possible to help keep costs down and make their money go further. Here are 5 great tips for saving money by being frugal. Only Borrow What You Need.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Frugal Resources: Is it your turn to roast the Thanksgiving turkey this year? It’s FREE! How did you live frugally this week? Our mission: Live WELL, On LESS Money.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. What We Ate this Week: Monday : Ham & Bean Soup , homemade sugar-free applesauce. Frugal Resources: 1. Ebates is FREE and super easy to use. The post Frugal Friday 11.25.16

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 2, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Tuesday: Using leftover turkey, I made Turkey Noodle Soup and served with a salad and homemade sugar-free applesauce. Frugal Resources: 1. And it’s FREE! Try Ebates.

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Teresa's Deals

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

I really wish I had know about saving money and being frugal back when my kids where little. It’s amazing how things have changed, we now have the internet and ebooks to teach us all the things we need or want to learn, such has Frugal Living and how to save money. . 4 Free Frugal Living eBooks to Get You Saving Money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 19, 2011

This week I am participating in a Yakezie blog swap where I am to discuss the topic “ Balancing Frugality and Fun.”. Frugal fun? Isn’t frugal fun an oxymoron? The weather is finally getting warmer and from now until October, there will be so many free entertainment options that we’ll have to pass most of them up.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Thursday: Parmesan chicken tenders , mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli, homemade sugar-free applesauce. Free Date Night! Frugal Resources from around the web: Have you heard of Ebates?

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OCTOBER 28, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. turkey burgers, french fries, homemade sugar-free applesauce , steamed veg. Frugal Resources from around the Web: I recently discovered a blog, Passionate Penny Pincher. Very tasty!

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week. homemade sugar-free applesauce – It’s that time of year and I made a huge batch about 3 weeks ago. Frugal Miscellany: We’ve had a lot of very warm and humid days in September and October. How did you frugal this week?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 20, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: David Bakke enjoys living frugally in Atlanta and frequently shares his best financial tips and experiences on Money Crashers , an online resource ranked as one of the top personal finance blogs online. In my quest for frugality, however, I’ve learned that some would-be saving methods are not truly practical.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Tell us a little about yourself My current lifestyle would probably qualify as frugal-lite compared to many others. I was a bit intimidated by this, but then I figured I probably wasn’t the only person out there who isn’t ultra-frugal at the moment. Before kids, I spent my free-time volunteering at a stray rescue shelter for dogs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2013

The website offer both free and paid memberships depending on which you choose. Check your local newspaper for free or low-cost events that you can go to. Frugal Date Nights. Go Frugal' Geocaching is the new high-tech form of treasure hunting using a GPS-enabled cell phone. Spend Some Time around Town.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Friday: Homemade Ham & Bean Soup , homemade sugar-free applesauce This soup takes some time from start to finish, but I work from home on Fridays, so I had the time. Try Ebates.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 9, 2014

You can create a frugal, meaningful Valentine’s Day that can be just as special to those you love AND can keep you on budget. What’s your favorite frugal way to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Frugal Valentines Day Dates Do You Equate Money with Affection? Go Frugal' Show Your Love with Food.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 19, 2011

Frugality means a lot of things for different people. This is because there are still a number of people who have trouble switching to a frugal lifestyle. If you are planning to live a frugal lifestyle, it is important to know that you are not depriving yourself. Here are some tips on how you can start a frugal life: On beauty.

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 11, 2024

Joaquin, our sweet, trusted, good-looking companion lives with us rent-free. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? I’ve been reading The Frugal Girl since retiring in 2015 and look forward to the blog every week. I especially enjoy Meet the Reader, Thankful Thursday and Five Frugal Things.

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