Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 21, 2013
Get some shoe polish and shine up those old shoes, take them to a shoe repair shop to have the re-heeled or soled if they are worn down. This used to be a common occurrence with a shoe repair shop on every main street. Learn to hem and patch and sew on buttons to repair minor issues with clothing. Go Frugal Go Green'
Family Balance Sheet
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
If so, give the gift of organizing a closet (or 2), kitchen cupboards, a basement, garage, etc. For the people on your list that might rely on public transportation or have unreliable transportation, consider offering to run their errands or chauffeur them for their errands for an afternoon or two. Give your Perennials.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 12, 2012
I was successful in doing that and have ever since looked for ways to save money on care repairs and maintenance by finding things I could do for myself. Oil Changes In your average car, the oil pan is not hard to access, so oil changes are fairly easy to do by yourself, as long as you have a flat driveway or garage and good lighting.
Savings Corner
DECEMBER 27, 2023
You might start working weekends out of your garage, but as your business takes off, you’ll be well on your way to your own shop and a brand new, full-time career doing what you love. These needs range from medically specific requirements to simple companionship or help with cooking, tidying up or transportation to and from appointments.
The Frugal Girl
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
Limiting waste is what really drives most of the habits I have that would qualify as “frugal” – reducing/eliminating food waste, returning unneeded items, pursuing refunds, checking on warranties, repairing things, etc. I transported my kids everywhere either by walking, biking, or taking the bus. We lived for 2.5
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
219 
Let's personalize your content