The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

I’m using metal containers to pack my lunches Reusable containers make for a greener lunch, and a cheaper lunch. They’re lightweight, they take up less space than glass containers, and they’re unbreakable. They’re lightweight, they take up less space than glass containers, and they’re unbreakable.

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Lunch Lunches Frugal Food and Drink 205

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This list of thoughtful, but FREE Christmas gift ideas is proof that you don’t need to spend a lot of money on the people you gift to if you use your time, resources, and creativity. Browse the entire list and let us know in the comments which ideas you’re going to give and what free gift ideas you have. Baked Goods.

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Christmas Gifts Home and Garden Flowers and Gifts 130

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

The season of family, faith, food, and…shopping… collective sigh… The spending part of Christmas can get crazy, so I’ve come up with a list of ideas to find some extra cash for your Christmas spending if you’re coming up short. I use this spreadsheet every year. Do you love to sew/knit/crochet?

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Christmas Finds Friends And Family Sale Donation 130

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 3, 2014

There’s outside pressure during Christmas to spend lavishly only to have the recipient not really like the gift or even use it. A Homemade Meal. My aunt gifts her nieces and nephews with loaves of homemade cinnamon bread every Christmas. Are you a knitter, crafter or do you know how to use a sewing machine?

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Christmas Gifts Grandmother Wedding 245

Couponing 101

JUNE 17, 2020

And if you’re already daydreaming about your next trip, mini sizes are also available. Then head to this Etsy shop that sells homemade soaps, scrubs, bath bombs, and body butters. Sew Dope Creations. Sew Dope Creations has adorable, affordably priced clothing and accessories for children. Beauty Babez Body Bar.

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Clothing and Accessories Bath and Body Works Health and Beauty Clothes 105

Couponing 101

JUNE 11, 2015

If you’re looking for something unique to give a special dad this year, this list of great Father’s Day DIY Gift Ideas will help you out. Bonus: they are useful. DIY Beard Conditioning Oil via The Ambitious Acre For the man who is proud of his beard, this is such a fun and useful gift idea. I’m in love.

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DIY Gifts Father Sewing 40

Couponing 101

DECEMBER 18, 2014

If you’re also on a tight budget and stressing out about how many people you still have to shop for, you’ve come to the right place! I’ve always felt that homemade gifts are the most meaningful, anyway. Luxurious Homemade Whipped Body Butter via Real Food Enthusiast All you need to make this is coconut oil!

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DIY Christmas Gifts Homemade 91