Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Since November is always a big month for sales and coupons and the beginning of the cold season, I do most of my winter clothing shopping during this month. While I like to shop at thrift stores, I have a hard time finding TALL length jeans for my 5’10 frame and I was in need of new jeans. Yes, please!

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 17, 2013

I stopped by my two favorite thrift stores last week: Salvation Army & Community Aid, a local store. I only go on Wednesdays, because both stores offer an additional 50% off on almost everything. Finally, spring has arrived in central PA, so I carved out some time last Wednesday to hit the thrift stores.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 15, 2015

I checked some local furniture stores to check the prices of new dressers. While I LOVE to shop at thrift stores, the thought of going to a stranger’s home was a bit scary to me– a former 24/7 news junkie. Next stop was my favorite thrift store where everything is 50% off on Wednesdays.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 30, 2012

If you like saving money, haggling for a better price should become a habit for you, a habit that can easily save you thousands of dollars over the next 10 years. So haggling for a better price was born out of necessity. I was more apt to cut the price for someone who was respectful and courteous. Assume It’s Negotiable.

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Haggle Haggling Bargain Home Depot 211

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2014

If you go swimsuit shopping just as the heat starts to set in, you’ll pay for it, as prices generally hit their peak when you need an item most. End of season sales are the best times to score a deal, meaning winter jackets in the spring and bikinis in the fall. Check out Sample Sales. Don’t Pay Retail. Shop the Discount Chains.

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Clothing and Accessories Swap Thrifting Consignment Shops 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2013

The Jones Design Company will, for the price of your email id, let you down load several different tag design pdfs to print and use. Shop garage sales and thrift stores and estate sales. Holiday tins are also bountiful at these sales. Shop the after Christmas sales.

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Thrifty Christmas Gifts Thrift Stores 174

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NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Thrift shopping is making a comeback and we are loving it! That being said, in-person thrift stores aren’t always ideal. Some may not have a good thrift shop in their community, while others may prefer the convenience of shopping online. It can help you snag affordable fashion finds at dirt cheap prices.

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Thrifting Shopping Thrift Stores Consignment 58

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2013

Anything you now longer want that is still wearable and in reasonable condition can be donated to thrift stores. Garments that are in good condition, especially well-known or high-end labels, could be donated or sold to secondhand clothing stores or through eBay or other online sites.

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Saving Money Green Money Clothing and Accessories 249

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 1, 2017

He had a new Samsung top loader washing machine that retails for around $500, but his price was $200. April’s Thrift Store Finds. My next stop was my favorite thrift store, Community Aid. They have 50% off the entire store every Wednesday. No luck on the shin guards, but they were only $8 at a store.

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April 2017 Washer and Dryer Daughter 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

Sure I knew about the ‘White sales’ – the ones stores used to have in January on sheets and towels and such, but I really hadn’t a clue that there is a best time to buy many other things! Obviously, anything with decorations related to the holidays will most likely be reduced in price right after Christmas.

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Buy Buying Consignment Shops TVs 223

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

Cable & Land Line – Due to a humongous price increase and a company who didn’t want to negotiate, we cancelled our cable & land line a few years ago. Shopping the sale racks at your favorite store is always an option, but there are two ways to find even better deals on clothing. Crew, Gap, and Limited.

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Budgeting Budget Thrifting Thrift Stores 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

I’m always amazed by the amount store tags I see on clothing and household item at thrift stores. Research the store’s return policy for unused purchases without a receipt if you don’t have it. 13 – Have a yard sale. Here are my 7 Tips for a Successful Yard Sale. 25 – Start a blog.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 22, 2013

Learn To Compare Prices. Bring a short shopping list of things the kids want or need, then have them find several different kinds and compare the prices. Point out the little shelf stickers that show how much it costs per unit and explain why a cheaper price isn’t always the best deal. Cash, debit, credit, check.

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Money Kids Storing Kids and Family 229

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 27, 2014

Vintage jewelry is often expensive: check your local thrift store or estate sale, and chances are that the best pieces have been snatched up by vintage stores that so often overprice their pieces.

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Thrift Stores Thrifting Jewelry Collectibles 45

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

I’m always amazed by the amount store tags I see on clothing and household item at thrift stores. Research the store’s return policy for unused purchases without a receipt if you don’t have it. 15 – Have a yard sale. Related Reading: 7 Tips for a Successful Yard Sale.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 8, 2012

I do not, however, enjoy high prices. About five years ago, I started thrifting. will feel good at the store but at the end of the day will simply be $4.00 A good rule of thumb is “if you wouldn’t consider it at full price, don’t look at it twice for half price”. Not all thrift stores are created equal.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 3, 2014

Fashion changes and new or nearly new clothing gets sold at sales or donated to charity. For me, going to sales is not just a means to find things I need at rock bottom prices, it is also entertainment. For me, going to sales is not just a means to find things I need at rock bottom prices, it is also entertainment.

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Buy Buying Garage Sale Garage 178

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 13, 2012

They kind of look like the ones for sale at Curious Country Creations. Plan ahead and hit garage sales, but especially estate sales. You can pick up beautiful decorations, wreaths, linens, trees and more at these sales. Thrift stores are also a great place to shop. These make nice gifts too.

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Holiday Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family Christmas 202

The Frugal Girl

JUNE 10, 2024

Also, thrifting —I very rarely buy new, it’s normally secondhand. I used to garage sale quite a bit for my kids’ toddler and preschool clothes but as they’ve gotten bigger and pickier I have better luck finding what they’ll wear in their size at the thrift store. And better luck for us adults too.)

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Kids and Family Thrifting Vacation Friends And Family Sale 130

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 23, 2011

I've seen silicone mats priced at $14-$20 depending on the brand and size, but parchment paper is pricey too and your investment will eventually pay for itself. There is an initial investment, but I have seen similiar containers at yard sales or thrift stores and at Bed Bath and Beyond where they regularly offer 20% coupons.

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Economical Kitchen Paper Groceries 185

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

The math: I stock up when I see a box of 72 Tetley decaffeinated tea bags on sale for $2.50 and a box of 20 Celestial Seasonings tea bags on sale for $2.50. When on sale, it costs me about 50 cents to make a pitcher of iced tea vs. at least $2.50 for store-bought iced tea. I’ll also use $5 as my purchase price.

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February 2020 Frugal Thrift Stores 208

Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 13, 2013

Even at discount stores, new furniture can easily set you back thousands of dollars. It can be overwhelming going to look for new furniture and seeing all of those price tags. Check out some thrift stores, vintage stores, flea markets, and garage sales. But there is good news. 2 – Look for free stuff, too.

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Work With What You've Got

APRIL 12, 2011

When Nathan brought home this blazer from the thrift store I really never envisioned it with something so casual, but I love it. Because we are a second hand store, our clothes can be any brand or style. run = price, tag and place on the floor for sale. This outfit was perfect for me.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 8, 2013

You can find lightly used clothes and toys at garage sales or thrift stores to save as much as 90 percent off retail, according to LivingOnADime.com, a site dedicated to frugal living. Think outside the box – If the person you are negotiating with claims that the price is not negotiable, try negotiating something else.

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Frugal Family Student Thrift Stores 75

The Bargain Hunter Extraordinaire

SEPTEMBER 13, 2009

I decided to go up to my parents house yesterday to go thrift shopping with my mother (shopping and some quality family time. I love thrift shopping!! I love the thrill of the hunt of trying to find great, unique articles of clothing or accessories for next to nothing prices. two great things!). It is incredibly exciting to me!!

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Thrifting Shopping September Clothing and Accessories 45

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 23, 2014

You physically went from store to store (or called on the phone) to compare prices and products. For instance, you can go to eBay now and find civil war era items for sale. The Sunday newspaper was the best source to get them. Many things we have in 2014 weren’t available in all locations. Go Frugal'

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Growing Home and Garden Radios Kids and Family 180

Fashion Without Guilt

NOVEMBER 9, 2011

WHO KNOW THRIFTING COULD BE SO MUCH FUN AND REWARDING!!! SCROLL DOWN TO SEE THE PRICE OF THIS THRIFT SHOPPING FIND. Original Price $4.29/Wednesday Wednesday Half Off at all Value Village - Final Price $2.14 I cannot wait to share my other great finds from MY VALUE VILLAGE THRIFT SHOPPING.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

Meal Planning With grocery prices being what they are today, having a meal plan is probably one of the smartest things you could do next to avoiding an impulse purchase while in the checkout lane. It’s like having a yard sale or visiting a thrift store but in the form of a barter trade where no extra cash is exchanged.

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For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Someone who’s single and living alone may be able to afford the retail price for their groceries and household items; however, moms who are trying to save up for vacations or college funds need to be a little bit savvier. You aren’t limited to just thrift stores.

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Saving Everyday

APRIL 24, 2013

A few items I price-checked at my local store. 2.93 (Sale price: $1.46 Final Price = 46¢ each wyb (2) or (5)! 2.98 (Sale price: $1.49 Final Price = 49¢ each wyb (2) or (5)! 2.15 (Sale price: $1.07 Final Price = 7¢ each wyb (2) or (5)! 2.39 (Sale price: $1.19

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Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 5, 2013

Final Price = 87¢ each wyb (2). Final Price = 99¢. Final Price = 26¢ each wyb (5). Final Price = 59¢ each. Final Price = 45¢ each. Final Price = 49¢ each wyb (2). Final Price = 28¢ each wyb (2). Final Price = 11¢ each wyb (3). Final Price = 30¢ each wyb (3). Final Price = $1.

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