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Five Frugal Things | on a Monday!

The Frugal Girl

I fixed Zoe’s red sweatshirt She works at Target, so she either has to wear a red Target vest or a red shirt, and I’m proud to say that she has thrifted a bunch of her red tops. I will say, GenZ is not afraid to thrift, and I love that! I found some red thread in my sewing box. And then I set up my sewing machine.

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Should You Learn To Sew?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Learning to sew takes time and equipment. A super short history of sewing. The Women in World History website reported the following as Evidence Taken by Children’s Employment Commission February 1841: “Miss — has been for several years in the dress-making business…The common hours of business are from 8 a.m.

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Five Frugal Things | A lunch-y edition

The Frugal Girl

I’m using metal containers to pack my lunches Reusable containers make for a greener lunch, and a cheaper lunch. I fixed a thrifted hoodie This thrifted Vans hoodie sprouted a hole but mercifully, it was right on the side seam! I turned it inside out, used some matching thread from my sewing box, and closed up the hole.

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How to Make Your Own Clothes

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Learning how to make your own clothes is a pastime that will not only save you some money, it is skill that can evolve into a hobby that you love. With some practice, patience, and some sewing know-how, you’ll be on your way to making your own clothing before you know it. Learn How to Sew. Getting Started.

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10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas

Family Balance Sheet

I make notes of gift ideas for my family and friends throughout the year. So please, take advantage of my offer and make a spending plan for Christmas. In early 2021, a friend posted on Facebook about how she was making extra money by donating plasma. Make Money from your Skills or Hobbies. Donate Plasma.

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No Fuss DIY Swiffer Dry Sweeping Refills

Family Balance Sheet

I didn’t bother sewing the squares to have neat edges, like I’ve seen on Pinterest. I don’t have time to make them pretty–I just need them to be functional. And when these squares wear out, I’ll head to the thrift store for some cheap flannel shirts. Do you buy the refills or do you make your own?

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10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas

Family Balance Sheet

I was just working on it yesterday as I was making some notes of gift ideas for my kids. So please, take advantage of my offer and make a spending plan for Christmas. Make Money from your Skills or Hobbies. What skills do you have that you can offer or teach to make extra money? Do you love to sew/knit/crochet?

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