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. After a few weeks, I received a gift card from the big box store for the amount of the fridge.

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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. Related reading: 10 Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores. Share in the comments how you frugal-ed in July. Winner Winner FREE Chicken Dinner!

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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. While I like to shop at thrift stores, I have a hard time finding TALL length jeans for my 5’10 frame and I was in need of new jeans.

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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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January Frugal Green And Frugal Homemade 130

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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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. Frugal Resources: 1. They work with a bunch of big name retailers, like Lands’ End, Kohl’s, Bed Bath & Beyond, Amazon, and so many more, so I usually get money back from my favorite stores.

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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. How we saved this week: I didn’t go into the stores on Thanksgiving Day or weekend. Frugal Resources: 1. How did you live frugally this week? The post Frugal Friday 12.02.16

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2014

We learned what grocery stores to shop at to get the best deals. Recently we just relocated to Tucson, Arizona, and we’re finding that in some ways we need to start all over learning to be frugal in a new town. Recognize that Some Frugal Skills Are Universal. Ways to Learn New Frugal Skills in Your New Location.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 23, 2014

Check out these 25 Dollar Store Summer Boredom Busters ! Do you have a Frugal Tip you’d like to share? Daily Frugal Tip: Dollar Store Summer Boredom Busters is a post from Couponing 101 The post Daily Frugal Tip: Dollar Store Summer Boredom Busters appeared first on Couponing 101. What a great idea!

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The Frugal Pig

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Get help with some great keto finds from the dollar store. The post Keto Groceries From the Dollar Store? first appeared on Frugal Pig. Can you do keto on a budget?

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Couponing 101

JUNE 14, 2019

The following is a guest post by Rachel at Surviving The Stores. Can you believe how much a bottle of water costs at the convenience stores? Even buying a 24 pack of bottled water at the store at full price is typically under $4 (much less with coupons!). The post Frugal Travel Tips appeared first on Couponing 101.

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Family Balance Sheet

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. How We Saved this Week: All of the meat that I used this week for my menu was from the markdown section of the grocery store. How did you live frugally this week? They LOVE it.

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Crock Pots and Slow Cookers Frugal Health Insurance Fridays 100

Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

I have (for many years) always wondered how to live frugally. I don’t remember if my family was frugal or not, most likely because I didn’t pay attention. How to Live a Frugal Lifestyle. Shop Thrift Stores. I love shopping at Thrift Shops and Discount Stores. What are some ways you live frugally?

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Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

I have (for many years) always wondered how to live frugally. I don’t remember if my family was frugal or not, most likely because I didn’t pay attention. How to Live a Frugal Lifestyle. Shop Thrift Stores. I love shopping at Thrift Shops and Discount Stores. What are some ways you live frugally?

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week. My most recent favorite deal was when I bought 5 sour cream containers for 17 cents each by stacking an Ibotta cash back rebate with a store sale. Frugal Miscellany: We’ve had a lot of very warm and humid days in September and October.

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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. For breakfast this week , I cooked up several packages of breakfast sausage that I found marked down breakfast sausage at the grocery store on Sunday. 39/lb turkeys at Giant Food Stores.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

So typically, the only brick-and-mortar store I go to the day after Thanksgiving is a grocery store. Grocery stores are wonderfully empty right after Thanksgiving! But here in Frugal Girl world, it’s business as usual. The post WIS, WWA | Black Friday appeared first on The Frugal Girl.

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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. Frugal Resources from around the web: Have you heard of Ebates? How did you live frugally this week? The post Frugal Friday: 11/04/16 appeared first on Family Balance Sheet.

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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. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? We love old toys!

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Kids and Family Home and Garden Money Frugal 185

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2012

Being frugal these days is very important. It is not easy to be frugal and save money when you have a family that splurges and squanders. Being frugal is a family affair. Patronize stores and establishments that sell cheap and quality items. Frugality may be hard at first but over time, it can become a habit.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl?I I ‘ve been reading The Frugal Girl for 4+ years now, definitely pre-pandemic but I’m not sure how much before. What’s your biggest frugal win? Over time, our homestead will be a frugal “win”, although it certainly isn’t at the beginning!

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Oregon Home and Garden Kids and Family Money 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 9, 2014

Jewelry stores ramp up diamond commercials because if the man in her life loves her, he will buy jewelry, right? 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?

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Couponing 101

JULY 31, 2012

Check out this cool frugal tip on how to store sharp food processor blades, sent in by reader Cheryl: “If you have a food processor, you know it is hard to store the blades in the bowl. Do you have a Frugal Tip you’d like to share? Keeping the shred/slice blades loose in the drawer is asking for trouble.

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Couponing 101

MAY 23, 2012

Here’s an easy little frugal tip to help you save money on groceries when you shop, and it doesn’t even involve coupons! Check out how to avoid common spending traps at the grocery store. Do you have a Frugal Tip you’d like to share? Do you avoid most of these? Did you learn anything new?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 1, 2015

I wonder if I’m really being frugal or if I am just being cheap. To me, frugal implies using resources in the wisest fashion and cheap implies a specific focus on getting the lowest price. Cheap or frugal? Cheap or frugal? Cheap or frugal? Cheap or frugal? Cheap or frugal? Cheap or frugal?

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The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 18, 2023

What’s your best frugal win? ?? I save money where I can to keep it frugal, like by using apps, coupons, value menus, etc. What is the easiest/hardest thing about being frugal? I want to be frugal with a plan. Is there anything unique about being frugal in your area? There are many second-hand stores near me.

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The Frugal Girls

MARCH 11, 2024

Score the best deals and enjoy some frugal shopping when you use these Marshalls HomeGoods shopping hacks that include insider tips from Marshalls store employees. appeared first on The Frugal Girls. So are you wondering… how can I save money at the Marshalls near me?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

However, those of us who grew up here and live here still, find frugal family fun activities galore. This quaint German town tucked into the rolling Missouri hills boasts multiple wineries, restaurants, and antique stores. What is your areas best frugal family fun activity? Related posts: Frugal Family Fun.

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Coupons Do Work

APRIL 14, 2016

’ Here is the frugal way to save money when you want to purchase meat. Print out Meat Coupons : Every week, your favorite grocery store (including Target and Meijer!) BOGO Meat Sales: A lot of times, your favorite store has BOGO meat sales. Some places has discounted meet at 9AM, and sometimes in the PM.

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Coupons Do Work

APRIL 13, 2015

Note: Everyday, we will feature a recipe, and it will have ‘The Frugal Way” at the end of the title of the recipe. A lady told me at the grocery store, she does not coupon and she eats healthy but wants to start. Here is the recipe : 75 g salted butter. 75 g dark brown sugar. 1 tsp ground cinnamon. 1 tsp baking powder.

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 1, 2013

5 Frugal DIY Halloween Décor Ideas. It is like stores know how much we love getting our homes festive and so they put out décor at high prices, hoping that consumers won’t know any better and will just snatch it up. If you just get a little creative, you can come up with some fun and frugal Halloween décor you can be proud of!

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Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 3, 2014

If you are looking for a fun but frugal St. Made from just a few dollar store supplies, these coasters are colorful, festive, and so fun! They are a fun and frugal way to get into the holiday spirit. We were able to find all three of these supplies at our local Dollar Tree store. The post Frugal DIY: St.

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Coupons Do Work

MARCH 16, 2015

When shopping at your favorite store, sometimes you need to show the cashier and/or manager their coupon policy to prove you are right (I had to do this at Target about stacking Target Coupon with Target Manufacture Coupon. Here is a list of your favorite store’s coupon policy : AAFES. store coupon policy 2015. Walgreens

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 25, 2012

You can use them to store plastic grocery bags! Do you have a Frugal Tip you’d like to share? Daily Frugal Tip: Store Plastic Grocery Bags in an Empty Baby Wipes Container is a post from Couponing 101. Looking for an idea for reusing empty baby wipe containers? Remember, you can use an empty tissue box as well.

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Saving Cents With Sense

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

Frugal Fall DIY: Easy Pillowcase Pumpkin. You can peruse your local thrift stores for one as we did, or find them for just a few dollars at your local retail store. This can be found at your local dollar store or craft store. Frugal crafts diy halloween Thanksgiving' Supplies Needed: 1 orange pillowcase.

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Couponing 101

APRIL 17, 2020

These seven DIY yard games can bring you and your family hours of fun without the need to venture out to a store or wait for an online order. We selected this tutorial because the results look like a fancy store-bought cornhole board, but it is so much more affordable. Ping Pong Ball Nerf Targets via Frugal Fun For Boys and Girls.

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