The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 2, 2023

I was a teenager in the 90s, and while this may be true of other eras as well, I remember there being a LOT of matching sets, particularly when it came to home decor. For instance, I have a fair number of white serving dishes that I’ve gotten at thrift stores. How 90s is this photo? Well…MY SWEATER HAS DUCKS ON IT.

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Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 8, 2012

About five years ago, I started thrifting. My husband now teases me that I am the Indiana Jones of thrifting. Successful thrifting takes a little effort. Try these tips for a better thrifting experience. :: Don’t go in a rush and leave the kids at home (if you can). Not all thrift stores are created equal.

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Couponing 101

OCTOBER 17, 2019

While wine nights may be fun for some friend groups, you may want to change up your routine. Go Thrifting. Whether you head to your local thrift shop or a flea market, thrift shopping can be super fun. Whether you head to your local thrift shop or a flea market, thrift shopping can be super fun.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2014

While the Salvation Army and Goodwill may require a bit more digging for quality wardrobe items, other consignment shops , like Second Time Around, have a strict pre-screening process. If the stigma of thrifting gets to you, remember, it’s not “used”, it’s “vintage”. Go Frugal'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

Likewise, thrift stores are always full of people. While they may have had to buy used in the early days of their marriage, they now likely have enough money to buy new, but they choose not to. Rather than spending money buying clothes in a new size every few months, I bought at garage sales and thrift stores. Electronics.

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Frugal Luxuries

AUGUST 27, 2014

You may also call it by other names such as prudence, spariness and thrift. Whatever your choice may be, it always means the unwillingness to squander goods or spend money unnecessarily. My favorite online bookstore is Thrift Books. If you''re not yet familiar, Thrift Books is a used bookstore ! Frugality.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

The initial promotional offer may have changed, but it’s worth looking into. I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product. But that store credit is much better than sending it to the thrift store as a donation. You earn money after each donation.

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Motherhood Moments

MARCH 4, 2023

Instead, you may want to check out thrift stores or buy classic, high-quality items that will last longer. Or, instead of dining out every night, you may opt to cook at home more often. Rather, it's about making choices that align with your values.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 11, 2019

Your new bundle of joy may be the most exciting thing that’s ever happened to you, but your new bundle of bills probably isn’t. If medical bills aren’t enough, you’ll have to worry about strollers, car seats, changing tables, cribs, clothes… it may seem like the expenses never end. Embrace Hand-Me-Downs.

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Birmingham Bargain Mom

MAY 31, 2013

Head over to Fairfield for this thrift store special. cat:Bargains Deals tag:Deals'

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Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

This post may contain affiliate links or sponsored content, please read our Disclosure Policy. Shop Thrift Stores. I love shopping at Thrift Shops and Discount Stores. I have (for many years) always wondered how to live frugally. Eat Out Less. This is something that we do, eat out less. We probably eat out once a month.

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Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

This post may contain affiliate links or sponsored content, please read our Disclosure Policy. Shop Thrift Stores. I love shopping at Thrift Shops and Discount Stores. I have (for many years) always wondered how to live frugally. Eat Out Less. This is something that we do, eat out less. We probably eat out once a month.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2014

Even if you get something from a friend or family member that may not necessarily go with the color scheme you are looking for, you can still refinish the item or paint it. Refinish Free Items. What we didn’t get through the previous methods I listed here, we found online and refinished. Go Frugal'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

It will save you money, and you may discover a love of the culinary arts. How to Shop for Furniture at Thrift Stores Thrift stores are for more than just clothing, and they are great places to find used furniture for cheap. Don’t know how to cook? How To Be a Frugal Family Being frugal these days is very important.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2013

There will be those that are good to keep, because you will wear them; there’ll be some that you will never wear because they don’t fit, are past their best or simply don’t suit you anymore; there may be some that you simply can’t part with regardless whether you will wear them again or not.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2015

If you are in more of a hurry, find a thrift store instead. Expect to pay a bit more in a thrift store, but if it is run by a charitable organization, you can feel good about paying a few bucks more because you are helping out the cause. Garage sales and thrift stores are great places to find books and DVDs. My best finds.

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Couponing 101

DECEMBER 11, 2019

Sure, you may be saving on daycare costs, but sometimes it would be nice to bring in a little extra cash. While you can sell a wide range of crafts, selling digital products may be one of the easiest ways to make money on the site. There’s no doubt about it: stay-at-home parents work hard. Etsy Vendor. Feeling crafty?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 13, 2013

I like this option because they are also budget friendly and show you fun things to do around the new city that you may not have been aware of before. The YMCA is usually very community oriented, so they may be able to give you some good tips. Some things may not look like they are up your alley, but you may be surprised.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 24, 2012

Understand what parts of the job may require code inspections and what the codes mean. Thrift shops. I found wood frames for my national park posters and a wildlife themed shower curtain at the local thrift stores. Talk to people you know to find who they may have used for their work. Garage or estate sales. Craigs list.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

You may decide you don’t need or want the item at all if you push yourself to wait to get a bargain on it! Jewelry stores usually have excess inventory left over and no significant romantic events in January to get folks to buy, so you may find deals on diamonds after the holidays. All things Christmas. Other tips.

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Saving Cents With Sense

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

Check what items you already have and then you may only need to add a few accessories for a completely new costume. Visit your local thrift shop. Even if your local thrift shop does not have a costume section, you can still find some fun and funky secondhand clothing to use for costumes. Hit up the dollar store.

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Work With What You've Got

APRIL 11, 2012

We may have made a slight detour when coming back from the ladies room. My outfit: Silk blouse, thrifted Leather shorts, Buffalo Exchange Vintage wedges, Buffalo Exchange Embossed leather clutch, thrifted Stevie and I entertained ourselves with shameless selfies in the mirrors while Jane was busy networking. What can I say?

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Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

As you may have heard us mention before, some of the best holiday gifts are the ones made by your very own hands. We were able to find the cup and saucer at our local thrift store for just a quarter each. You only want to put about 1 teaspoon of glitter total or you may not be able to see the ornaments. Easy Tea Cup Snow Globe.

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Couponing 101

AUGUST 6, 2019

Going to your child’s baseball game may be a fun way to spend an evening. Watching your child get nothing but net may be super exciting. Seeing your child run the ball down the field to score a goal may get your adrenaline pumping.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 30, 2014

She’s not an interior designer, but I think she may have been in a past life. This may seem obvious, but it’s something that was constantly coming up. My mom has a great eye for decorating a home. Having tiny furniture in a large room is also not appealing. Out of Sight, Out of Mind. Get Organized'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 17, 2012

Clothing Bags If you donate clothing to your local thrift stores , then these bags can help you out. 10 Ways to Shop Green and Budget Friendly During Boxing Day Sales Depending on where you live you may already be flooded with flyers and advertisements for Boxing Day shopping. This is.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 23, 2017

A smile or a word from a parent or teacher, seeing someone enjoying their savings, a chance combination of a happy conversation, a sun shiny day and an increased amount in the piggy bank – all may result in one child’s brain being wired towards the pleasure of saving. As teenagers, we may be madly saving up for a car.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 25, 2013

Read Hank from Money Q&A’s post about Why Socially Conscious Investing May Be Costing You A Lot Of Money. How to Shop for Furniture at Thrift Stores. Socially conscious investing is a great idea on the surface, but it limits your options, has crazy fees and might not be that good of a strategy for your investing efforts.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

AUGUST 14, 2017

Downtown may not be the first place that pops into your head when you think of a trip to LA, but it definitely has so much to offer. Take the morning to explore The Broad Museum (Note: you may want to get there early, the lines get long!) You will find cute little Mom and Pop gift stores, authentic restaurants, and unique thrift shops.

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Frugal Luxuries

AUGUST 27, 2014

You may also call it by other names such as prudence, spariness and thrift. Whatever your choice may be, it always means the unwillingness to squander goods or spend money unnecessarily. Without it, you may be tossed upon the waves of circumstance, at the mercy of your unorganized whims." ~~~~~~ [link] ~~~~~~' Frugality.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 16, 2013

Check them out: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: When you’re aggressively trying to pay down debt, you may feel that you’ve done all you can to curb your expenses, but have you really? 8 Great Things that You Can Find at Thrift Stores. If you have a long weekend, how are you going to spend it? PET Archives.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

That may have been the old way to do things, but comparison shopping can now be done online. Buy the product ingredients in bulk (which may cost more initially, but will pay off once the products are made), purchase the containers needed (jars, plastic tubs, etc…), and make your own homemade goods. a Rafflecopter giveaway.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 7, 2011

Ways to help you achieve a thrift life. There may be times when you can car pool and limit fuel costs. There may be a lot of small boxes that you get with small purchases. Thriftiness itself can become a self debt relief option and can help you save a lot of money. By doing this, you save the environment and money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 22, 2013

Wander through the aisles and show the kids how the most expensive stuff might be at eye level and the stuff kids like might be on the bottom shelf and how the least expensive things may be harder to reach. Talk about how the aisles are laid out and why the manager may have put them up that way. Money Tips'

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The Bargain Hunter Extraordinaire

DECEMBER 3, 2010

I think next time I may wear a button down with them instead of a sweater, but it is cold out so I needed something warm more than stylish. My Outfit: Blazer: Thrifted $8 Sweater: H&M $15 Pants: Banana Republic Free Grey Heels: GoJane.com $22 Earrings: H&M $3.50 Thanks Nora, I love them! Total: $48.50

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Couponing 101

OCTOBER 4, 2019

Bonnie and Clyde may be long gone, but their reputations live on. If your DIY skills basically only cover an ability to stroll through a thrift store, make a sign, and put on some makeup, then we’ve included this couples costume just for you. Bonnie and Clyde Couples Costume Idea via Your Homebased Mom.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 11, 2017

And I may or may not have taken a coveted Chick-fil-A gift card from my grandmother! Thrift store finds. The first year we had this gift exchange, everyone was really polite, but now it has turned into a game of belly laughs and gift snatching! Start by choosing a theme. Some ideas: New gifts/gift cards. Handmade gifts.

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