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Meet a Reader | JenRR from the Midwest

The Frugal Girl

I saved up a drawerful of ends of deodorant sticks (the part you can’t use without it repeatedly falling out onto the floor), melted them down in the microwave, and poured everything into an already empty deodorant container. I reinforced seams, closed up holes, and repaired seriously damaged handles that were almost worn through.

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How We Frugal-ed in June 2022

Family Balance Sheet

He didn’t even bother trying to repair the leak, but he told me it might fix itself. On my first trip, I found two boxes of microwave popcorn for a penny each. I called in the warranty for the second time and a repairman was sent to our home. He deemed the refrigerator unrepairable because of the lights!

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CVS: FREE Colgate Toothpaste (Starting 9/18)

For the Mommas

Use (1) $2/1 Colgate Optic White High Impact White, Total Daily Repair, Enamel Health or Sensitive Smart White Toothpaste, 09/11 SS (exp 9/24) [3-oz.]. off 1 Hungry Jack Mix or Microwaveable Syrup. off 1 Hungry Jack Mix or Microwaveable Syrup. We also have a high-value coupon to use that will make this deal better than FREE!

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“Energy Efficient” Could Be Worse for the Environment

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If it breaks, consider taking it in to get a repair. Similarly, always check that your toaster, microwave and oven are clean. These simple and easy steps will help put a longer life on your appliances, and save you trouble later with repairs and new purchases.

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Do You Have A Plan for Replacing Your Appliances?

Family Balance Sheet

Within two years after moving in, we purchased a new oven, microwave, dishwasher and freezer. I didn't and I found this article helpful, How to Avoid Refrigerator Repairs. This September we will be celebrating 10 years in our home. The house came with very few appliances. Upon moving in, we needed a washer, dryer and refrigerator.

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Five Frugal Things | So, my tire had a hole

The Frugal Girl

Sooo, I pumped it up with my Slime pump, and then I took it over to Midas since they do a free flat repair service. So, they repaired it for me, and I was on my way. We use these when someone has a sore muscle; you just put it in the microwave for a few minutes, shake it up, and apply it to the sore spot.

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Fry’s Grocery Store Deals 2/15–2/21

Saving Cents With Sense

Bounty Paper Towels, 6 Big Rolls or 6 Repair Rolls $6.69 - $0.25/1 3/18/12 (SS 02/05/12 R) - $2/5 Campbell’s Chunky Soup Can or Microwavable Bowl printable *For more coupons, check out the coupon database. = Colgate Toothpaste, 6.4oz $1 - $0.50/1 1 Colgate Toothpaste, exp. 2/18/12 (SS 01/29/12 R) = FREE after coupon. As low as $.83

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