The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Tell us a bit about yourself. I’m a 53-year-old mother of 2 (grown) and grandmother of 4. But I did learn some things that I find I use today. I save money where I can to keep it frugal, like by using apps, coupons, value menus, etc. What’s one thing you’re not remotely interested in splurging on?

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Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 14, 2014

In celebration of moms everywhere, we introduce The Mother’s Day Collection by TotalBeauty.com — a range of luxe skin care and body essentials to experience spa-quality treatments in the comfort of your home. They won’t wither away once you’re back to the real world. Use Promo Code TBMOM to save 10%.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

My mother hosted her side of the family. Saturday: I am roasting a turkey for my family, mostly for the leftovers, but also so the 4 of us can sit down as a family for a big meal. Life is so hectic for us during the school week, and dinner is sadly, on the go. We’re going to take the time and enjoy a family night.

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Saving With Shellie

MAY 12, 2017

Looking for a fabulous Mother’s Day gift? Not only are these bags on sale for just $69.99 (regularly $99.99), but I also have a few coupons codes you can use to save even more – dropping your price to as low as $38.49 MOMSDAY10 – Save $10 off $50 Mother’s Day gift purchase. shipped to your door!

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 7, 2013

It’s almost Mother’s Day, and you don’t have a good gift idea. " In other words, you’re on your own, kid. Next thing you know, it’s last-minute shopping at the mall and you’re wrestling a fellow patron over who’s going to buy the last blender in stock for their mother.

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Saving In Akron

APRIL 19, 2012

If you enjoy cooking, you're in for a nice treat. This is a HOT deal that you can get after use of discount code, Kohl's charge, Kohl's Cash reward, rebates and cashback, which turns this into a great savings. This is an awesome gift you can buy for you mom for this Mother's Day; it's right around the corner!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 26, 2013

We’re just a few short weeks from the Christmas panic. People who wait this long usually aren’t shopping for the perfect gift; instead, they’re just looking to give ANY gift so the people in their lives will know that they care. Use the Internet. If you are going to shop online, try to use a credit card.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 7, 2014

With festival season beginning and the promise of summer-worthy warm temps on their way, we’re thinking ahead to our warm weather beauty routines. If you’re lucky enough to score waves naturally, then we really envy you. The first thing on our wishlist? Beach waves. Photo Credit: wanelo.com.

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MAY 8, 2012

A Christmas, birthday, or Mother’s Day gift? They’re actually very simple, and I’ve made them countless amounts of times. They are useful and have a nice personal touch to them. Need some coasters for your home? A nice gift for a wedding shower or housewarming party? Try hand-making some coasters !

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

In this article, we’re sharing our top tips to help you save money when traveling without sacrificing a thing! My mother died when I was young, leaving my Dad with three young girls to provide for. He worked hard and was gone a lot, but somehow, he always took us on a yearly vacation. Growing up, we didn’t have much.

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Saving With Shellie

MARCH 30, 2016

If you’re looking for a Mother’s Day present for a someone who loves all things vintage, then stop by Flirty Aprons and pick up this Marilyn Venetian Rose Apron. It’s less than $20 when you use coupon code LUCKY30 at checkout, plus you’ll get FREE shipping too!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 23, 2013

The third week of March was my Mother-in-laws 90 th birthday. We decided to re-label 10 empty wine bottles using a picture of an historical event for each decade of her life. To start, I made a sample bottle as proof of concept using images printed on matte photo paper. How I made centerpieces for $2.70 Tax on tape $0.64.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 30, 2014

April Wins : By using the same strategies from March , I was able to stay within our grocery budget of $450. We’re heading into grilling season and I always find this to be an easier time of year for me to plan a menu. If you’re stumped on how to use a particular ingredient, search for ideas on FBS or other recipe sites.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2015

When you can reuse or re-purpose an item, you are not only saving it from the landfills, but you are also saving the expense and energy which would have been expended when you recycle. I cut a heavy blue plastic trash bag into triangles, stapled them over a rope and hung the rope across the driveway to block those drivers from using it.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 30, 2012

The Whole Earth Catalog and Mother Earth News fueled the movement with tips and tools. My Grandma, living history demonstrations, re-constructed towns and a book called Foxfire 3 helped me do so. I loved the idea of learning how to churn butter, weave, make candles, and use the bounty of nature as our forefathers and mothers did.

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Saving With Shellie

MAY 5, 2016

If you’ve procrastinated a Mother’s Day gift, here’s a little help. value) from Walgreens when you use promo code FREEGIFTPIC at checkout. Choose your favorite picture of the kiddos or the family, order your FREE 8×10 and then head to Hobby Lobby to pick up a nice frame (they’re 50% off every day).

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

If you’re trying to find the small business idea that’s right for you, ask yourself the following questions: Where is there a need in the market, and how can your skills satisfy that need? Your less math-friendly entrepreneurs could use your help in keeping their personal and business finances in order.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 3, 2017

This Coconut flavored Baked French Toast is a decadent dish that is perfect for Mother’s Day, Easter, or a bridal shower brunch. Baked Coconut French Toast Print Author: Kristia Ludwick Ingredients 1 (14 oz) GIANT's Limited Time Originals Twisted Coconut Brioche (can use other flavors or regular) 1 (13.5

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Saving With Shellie

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

And right now, you can save 30% off any purchase at Flirty Aprons when you use code FLIRTYLOVE at checkout. When you’re taking care of a family, there’s not way around spending alot of time in the kitchen…you might as well look good doing it! Plus you’ll enjoy free shipping too!

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Saving In Akron

APRIL 20, 2012

If you're already a subscriber, snag this Save for a renewal. Plus, this would make a great gift for moms, especially now that Mother's Day is only 3 weeks away! A $400 American Express Gift Card to use on excursions to nearby theme parks like Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort and Sea World.

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Saving With Shellie

APRIL 29, 2016

If you’re looking for some trendy new active wear, then head over to Cents of Style where today only, you can pick up choice pieces from their Active Wear Collection at 50% off plus FREE shipping when you use code ACTIVELOVE at checkout. And while you’re at it, snag a few items for less from our Clothing Deals.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 23, 2017

I have been using a paper planner since my early college days in the late 80’s. In the hectic season that I am in right now of mothering 2 tween daughters, owning 2 businesses with my husband, and running our home, my planner holds it all together for me to stay on task. My 2018 Planner. You’ll see it in the video.

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Nicoles Nickels

MAY 10, 2013

Amanda at A Few Shortcuts is planning her own perfect Mother’s Day. This week’s recipe, Sour Cream Coffee Cake is one I would really like to have on my Mother’s Day morning. If you don’t have the ingredients or they’re not on sale near you, you could easily print and save the recipes for later use!

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Couponing 101

MAY 20, 2019

A few simple lifestyle changes are all you need to reduce your food waste, allowing you to save money and be kinder to Mother Earth. If you shop without a clear idea of what you want to eat for the following days, you might just buy whatever looks good to you at the moment, which will make it harder to use everything you’ve purchased.

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For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 27, 2013

There is a famous quote by Sophia Loren that I love – “When you are a mother, you are never really alone in your thoughts. A mother always has to think twice, once for herself and once for her child.” You constantly wonder if you’re doing everything right and if baby is healthy and happy.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 19, 2012

Using our desktop, I prepared to start the conversion by setting my blog to point back to Blogger and installed WordPress on my webhost – but got stuck at that point – WordPress plugins are refusing to bring over my Blogger posts. I succeeded in re-installing the anti-virus and started a full scan. Guess what? Repair and replace.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

Here are six things we do in the fall that help us save money by using what we have, being energy efficient or maintaining our stuff so it lasts longer. Not only does mulch save money on watering, but it comes for the price of labor for us. Each fall as they fall, we scoop them and grind them using the lawn tractor.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

However, there are simple things we can do every day that help Mother Earth by using less energy, sending less trash to the land fills, and conserving our natural resources. So we’re helping the environment and saving money…it’s a win-win. Trap rain water and use to water your plants and garden.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

But when I became a mother for the first time, I realized that I could not raise a family on cereal and I soon realized that I needed to manage our grocery expenses and cook beyond a box. Many stores mark down their meat 40%to 75% off about 1 – 2 days before the use or freeze by date. Use your judgement.

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Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

If you’re looking for unique gift ideas for a hard to buy for person, then be sure to visit DaySpring.com where you can save 30% off sitewide during their Black Friday Sale when you use code FRIDAY16 at checkout. Or if you prefer, you can use code SHINEHISLIGHT to save $20 off your $60 purchase plus score FREE shipping.

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Saving With Shellie

APRIL 13, 2016

when you use code LUV2LEARN at checkout. They’re normally $24.95! You’ll also be offered a FREE Apple Notepad with purchase and enjoy free shipping (but you must use the code!). By the way, these make excellent Mother’s Day gifts too! The post Teacher Gift Idea: Stamped Tribe Bracelet – $10.95

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Saving Everyday

JULY 2, 2023

With the exception of a good old-fashioned tomato sandwich, this Tangy Tomato Dressing is my new favorite way to use them! When you make your own, you’re in control of what goes in it and can add as much or as little of each ingredient as you like. Drizzle over greens, grilled protein, or use in pasta salads. Seasonings.

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Saving Everyday

APRIL 27, 2012

If you’re looking for the perfect, beautiful Mother’s Day (or Father’s Day) gift, The Canvas People have got you covered with THREE hot deals. Order by the 30th for delivery by Mother’s day ~. Their step by step process is quick and easy…anyone can do it!

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Nicoles Nickels

MAY 5, 2013

This is one of the best Mother’s Day gifts if you’re a mom who is handy and likes to do DIY projects! My mother would have loved this as she was the one in our house who actually used tools like this. It is super powerful and I love that it is cordless so it can be used anywhere inside or outside my home.

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Nicoles Nickels

MAY 3, 2013

With Mother’s Day right around the corner, I want to do something special for my daughter, who has been having some adjustment issues to handling 2 children at once. If you don’t have the ingredients or they’re not on sale near you, you could easily print and save the recipes for later use!

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

We used to spend hundreds of dollars a month going out to eat at restaurants. Heating/Cooling – According to Energy.gov, you can save 5% to 15% a year on your heating bill by setting the thermostat to 68°F while you’re awake and setting it lower while you’re asleep or away from home. It saves us $67 a month.

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Saving With Shellie

APRIL 28, 2011

Just use coupon code Marilyn40 at checkout. So if you’re interested in getting a cute apron for Mother’s Day, now is the time! Flirty Aprons has their Marilyn Aprons on sale 40% off again. This should bring your price down to $16.77. Shipping is around $4.75. These will sell out very quickly.

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