Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 9, 2012

Instead of buying a bunch of titles and spending a lot of money, you can simply loan them out to your friends and family. For example, you can loan your child a certain book without giving them access to your Kindle, which contains books with adult themes. This is a great option for a family that has multiple Kindles.

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Saving Money Money Library Saving 188

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Christmas cookies are as synonymous with the season as gift giving. I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product. Many stores will at least give you a store credit if you don’t have your receipt. Teach tennis lessons.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2014

If you have an uneasiness when it comes to “used” clothing, know that there are many different tiers of second hand stores. If the stigma of thrifting gets to you, remember, it’s not “used”, it’s “vintage”. To save on future clothing costs, pick out timeless, versatile pieces. Choose Wisely. Go Frugal'

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

Christmas cookies are as synonymous with the season as gift giving. I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product. Many stores will at least give you a store credit if you don’t have your receipt. Consider tutoring.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 13, 2013

It is no secret that most people today are trying to find ways to save money. There are plenty of ways to save money and still do the things that you love and live a comfortable lifestyle. There are plenty of ways to save money on home décor. And people are getting creative in how they do it, too.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 30, 2012

If you like saving money, haggling for a better price should become a habit for you, a habit that can easily save you thousands of dollars over the next 10 years. Whenever I go into a furniture store I will immediately ask the sales associate what is the best price he/she could give me on whatever item I’m interested in.

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Haggle Haggling Bargain Home Depot 211

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2013

She also scarfed up any other gift wrap that looked usable, and she stored it carefully away for use the next year. Here are some thoughts on ways to save money when you wrap this years gifts. Some retail stores do still give out gift boxes for free, always check if you are buying in a brick and mortar store.

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Thrifty Christmas Gifts Thrift Stores 174

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

And my absolute #1 way to save money at the grocery store is to PLAN OUR MEALS. Restaurants can be a huge drain on any budget, but there are ways to enjoy a meal out without spending a lot of money. We are now more committed to save money and we eat mostly at home, BUT we do enjoy at a few meals out each month.

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 1, 2013

It is so cheap, usually $1 for a big bag at your local dollar store. Craft with what Mother Nature gives you. You can then frame the arrangement in a simple orange or black frame (spray paint a dollar store or thrift store frame to get this look) and you have instant art! Get spraying!

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Halloween DIY Frugal Dollar Store 93

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 13, 2013

Websites like Groupon, Living Social and Teambuy can give you some great ideas of fun things to do, which is a great way of exploring a new place. The YMCA is usually very community oriented, so they may be able to give you some good tips. Check Out Daily Deal Sites. Look at the Local Paper. Travel Tips'

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Golf Thrift Stores Green And Frugal Budgeting 200

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Put the money saved into your emergency fund. But when you’re trying to save money, cut out this costly expense. This time-saving technique will save you money and your sanity. And when dining out, at least follow these 15 Smart Tips to Save Money when Eating Out.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

If you decide to buy in bulk as a way to save money, you can preserve some of that food for later. Before you get rid of items that are still in usable condition, consider trying to sell them, or give them to a thrift store. Preserve Some of Your Food. Another way to prevent waste is to preserve some of your food.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 19, 2014

My children get so many gifts from their grandparents and godparents that we’ve been able to scale back how many gifts we give them. Some people were very angry that these parents didn’t spend money on their kids. 3 Ways To Save Money On The Kids’ Back To School Wardrobe Grandparenthood Can Be Expensive!

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Friends And Family Sale Clothing and Accessories Kids and Family Clothes 176

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 11, 2017

I belong to many frugal living Facebook groups and so often people rant about how expensive and overwhelming gift giving can be for the extended family. Thrift store finds. It’s a fun way to still have gift giving at your Christmas gathering, but keep your costs down. How does your family handle gift giving?

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Games Christmas Gifts Family 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 17, 2013

I give away perfectly good electronics because they are ‘out of date’ – they don’t work with new software. Actually repairing a broken item yourself will give you a nice sense of accomplishment. It will also save you money! Oh, and did I mention, you could save money?

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Repairs San Francisco Radios Garage 214

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

Related Reading: How to Save Money on Groceries. Add up how much you are spending in the morning and you’ll see how much you will save for your fund, and maybe that will give you the inspiration to skip the AM drive-thru. And when dining out, at least follow these 15 Smart Tips to Save Money When Eating Out.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

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AUGUST 6, 2019

These savvy methods can help you save money on kids’ sport gear. Secondhand gear should work just fine and will give your child an opportunity to try the sport out before you invest a lot of money. Luckily, you don’t have to spend a fortune to get appropriate sports gear for your child.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 22, 2013

Think about the vendors that stock the shelves, the employees who run the registers, the people who clean the bathrooms, the store manager, the person who makes the baked goods or cuts the meat. Point out the people giving away samples and explain what their jobs are. Money Tips' Learn About Different Ways To Pay.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2013

If you can’t save money, need extra tools and have to learn how, why would anyone learn to sew? If you enjoy sewing, or designing and making patterns learning to sew is worth the time, money and effort (if you can afford it). I your true intent is to save money, then focus on mending. Why learn to sew?

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Sewing Sewing Machines Machines Saving Money 201

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 26, 2016

Choose Thrift First. I have made a pact with myself that if I don’t already own something that I need, I will either: make do with what I have, find said item at a thrift store, borrow, or forget about it. And if forgetting about it isn’t an option, only then will I step foot into a store to purchase it.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 21, 2015

Include anything that you’d like to add to give the reader an idea about your personality. There were times we almost couldn’t agree on where to put the extra money. What are your top 3 – 5 tips for saving money/pinching pennies to put towards paying off your debt. Tell us about you and your family.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

The post 7 Clever Ways Moms Used to Save Money appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. “It’s not how much money you make, but how much money you keep, how hard it works for you, and how many generations you keep it for.” This is where they exchanged goods, not for money but for other goods or services.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

My wedding dress, thrifted! How did you get interested in saving money? Over the years I’ve developed my personal philosophy of money and lifestyle through a combination of minimalism and simple living content, the FIRE movement including Frugalwoods and The Simple Path to Wealth, Dave Ramsey.

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Friends And Family Sale Library College Cars 195

For the Mommas

JULY 24, 2016

And if you rent, save money and then invest the difference. Shop around at garage sales, thrift stores and online classifieds for furniture and other household items. Ask around, see if someone you know may have an extra of something they’re not using and don’t need so they’d be happy to give it to you. Plan ahead.

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Frugal Lives Frugal Living Frugal Magazine and Newspaper Subscriptions 49

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Here are a few ideas for the holidays, which hopefully will help you save money, time and reduce those stress levels! Save On Holiday Decorating. Thrift stores are also a great place to shop. Save On Gifts And Wrapping. Our tradition was to stretch out the gift giving and opening.

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Holiday Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family Christmas 202

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

How did you get interested in saving money? I try to get (and give!) things on Buy Nothing first and then thrift stores or Facebook marketplace, so I found a good play kitchen on marketplace when my little wanted one. I started reading faithfully about 2 years ago. Out of necessity originally.

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Virginia Kids and Family Library Frugal 187

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 17, 2018

Choose Thrift First. While I love thrift stores, I can be easily swayed to run into Target, TJ Maxx, and/or Kohl’s when I feel like I need something. Often, I could have saved myself a trip if I had just looked in one of our closets for a solution. We will control our money, rather than our money controlling us.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 9, 2015

She says, bartering is a fun and creative way to get what she needed without spending money. She says, “it’s so much easier to save money when you’re not gallivanting across the countryside. And it saves on gas too.” ACTION STEP: After you analyze your spending, what habits are you willing to give up.

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