Birmingham Bargain Mom

OCTOBER 9, 2013

Check your local thrift store for deals. cat:Bargains Deals'

Thrift Stores 45

Thrift Stores Thrifting Storing Used 45

The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 2, 2023

One last non-matching example: when I get a sock that sprouts a hole, I generally set the good sock aside and just use it with another sock of the same cut. For instance, I have a fair number of white serving dishes that I’ve gotten at thrift stores. Here’s the long history of this little table! Do the lamps match?

Saving Money 206

Saving Money Money Painting Lamps 206

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

But there are ways to save – consider used furniture. Garage sale and thrift store furniture bargains abound. While most folks consider wood and metal used furniture to be quite restorable, many turn their noses up at re-using fabric covered items. How to make used furniture usable. The sun bakes out.

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Re-use Used Furniture Furniture Recycle 100

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

It’s not like I use one light bulb more than the other. ? That reminds me: Twinings is a type of tea bag you could use for making the tea bag Christmas wreaths A. Marie shared with us.) I fried some chicken recently, and I’d already used the oil twice. I tried a thrift store first, but came up dry.

Frugal 208

Frugal Office Twinings Thrift Stores 208

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 21, 2012

For example, you can try shopping at thrift stores. Thrift Stores Some people think thrift stores are inherently dirty, but this is often not the case. Clothes are brought to the store by people who no longer want or need them, and they are inspected (often laundered) and displayed in the store.

Saving Money 187

Saving Money Thrift Stores Money Thrifting 187

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Wednesday is my favorite day of week and not because it’s HUMP day–i t’s 50% off day at my favorite thrift store. . I have nothing against retail stores. I shop at them regularly, but I love to shop for clothing for myself and my girls at a local thrift store, especially ON WEDNESDAYS.

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Thrifting Thrift Stores Finds Consignment 159

The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

.” The rewards usually are a little credit toward a digital purchase, and since Sonia and Zoe sometimes like to stream things on Amazon Prime, the little credits do always get used. Inside my package: an eye mask to use for my dry eye issues. so I decided to try a different type. What frugal things have you been up to?

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Frugal Sewing Thrifting College 180

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Large store chains typically offer their shoppers the ability to bring in ads from competitors and buy those advertised products for those discounted prices right in their store. Consumer goods juggernaut, Wal-Mart, offers its consumers the chance to bring in ads and essentially use them as coupons at the register.

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Groceries Grocery Bills Used 252

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

I’m in good company with my love of all things used. Likewise, thrift stores are always full of people. If you think buying used is just for people who are on a tight budget, think again. The most famous large family, the Duggars, routinely buy as much as they can used. The Items We Typically Buy Used.

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Buying Second-Hand Saving Money Money Garage Sale 177

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

I use this spreadsheet every year. Whether you are scrambling to find the money for gifts OR you could just use some extra cash this season, my hope is that this list of ideas (many we’ve done ourselves) helps you find some cash for Christmas. It’s a great time of year to unload, especially if the system was hardly used.

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Christmas Finds Friends And Family Sale Donation 130

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 5, 2015

While I love thrift stores, I can be easily swayed to run into Target or Kohl’s when I’m in that part of town. I’m curious to see how much we can save and also how creative we can get by making do with what we already own or looking for things at a thrift store.

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Thrifting 2015 Thrift Stores Buying Second-Hand 100

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

Tell us a little about yourself! My cute kids when they were little I used to be a Spanish teacher until I stopped working to stay home with my kids. but can use our money to enjoy life now and meet our family’s needs while still being responsible for the future 5. I use a grain mill to grind grain for our sourdough bread.

Oregon 188

Oregon Home and Garden Kids and Family Money 188

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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Thrifty Finds Thrift Stores Thrifting 100

Motherhood Moments

MARCH 4, 2023

Instead, you may want to check out thrift stores or buy classic, high-quality items that will last longer. Credit can be a valuable tool when used wisely, but it can also quickly lead to debt if you're not careful. Rather, it's about making choices that align with your values. Make smart choices with credit.

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Debt Money Building Credit Cards 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

Believe it or not, those name brand foods, household goods, clothing, and accessories you buy can be found in the same aisles with the name of the store stamped on them. Used Doesn’t Mean Abused. One of the fastest growing types of business is the consignment store. That is $100 a week you can be using to BUY GROCERIES!

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Saving Money Money Budgeting Budget 221

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2014

We furnished our house almost for free by using a few methods: Repurpose Old Pieces . Since there were four chairs and only three fit at the island, we repurposed the fourth chair by painting it and using it as a decoration in our spare bedroom. Everyone has something lying around that they don’t use or want anymore.

Furnishings 189

Furnishings Home Craigslist Furniture 189

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. Go Frugal Go Green'

Saving Money 249

Saving Money Green Money Clothing and Accessories 249

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 4, 2021

I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. I calculate the per-hour rate from my plasma donations to make sure it’s a good use of my time. Finding extra money is a game for me. Over the years, I have found money through rebates, refunds, online sales, and even the ground.

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Money May Donation 2020 130

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 19, 2014

You can use whatever variety of tea you prefer and also more or less tea bags. Don’t spend too much money on a sun tea jar, I see them at yard sales and thrift stores all of the time. I also use the syrup in adult beverages. I now spend $2.40 for a box of 48 tea bags and save almost $10 for the same amount of tea.

Food and Drink 180

Food and Drink Thrift Stores Thrifty Thrifting 180

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 30, 2015

We’re amazed at how much used high mileage SUVs can still be, but a new vehicle is completely out of the question. I’m a bit squeamish about bringing used upholstered furniture into my house. Can I find what I need at a second hand or thrift store? Have you joined the challenge?

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Thrifting April Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

I use this spreadsheet. Whether you are scrambling to find money for gifts OR you could just use some extra cash this season, my hope is that this list of ideas (many we’ve done ourselves) helps you find some cash for Christmas. It’s a great time of year to unload, especially if the system was hardly used.

Christmas 235

Christmas Finds Part Time Thrift Stores 235

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2013

She also scarfed up any other gift wrap that looked usable, and she stored it carefully away for use the next year. Use paper drop cloth to wrap. I bought a roll in 2011 and have been using it for everything from Christmas wrap to kid crafts to posters to mailing packages every since. Use paper from other sources.

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Thrifty Christmas Gifts Thrift Stores 174

Couponing 101

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. If someone purchases your item, you then ship it using a pre-paid label.

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Thrifting Shopping Thrift Stores Consignment 58

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 30, 2012

I always use the example of big ticket items like furniture and electronics. Whenever I go into a furniture store I will immediately ask the sales associate what is the best price he/she could give me on whatever item I’m interested in. There definitely is a science to haggling and choosing the right words to use.

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Haggle Haggling Bargain Home Depot 211

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2015

If you are in more of a hurry, find a thrift store instead. But, find one in a high end neighborhood, one where the store sorts through the donations to select only the best. For example, if you want to buy slightly used home furnishings, find an upscale neighborhood where the kids are mostly grown. My best finds.

Garage Sale 100

Garage Sale Garage Finds Sale 100

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 12, 2013

So instead of heading to a retail store, I hit my favorite thrift store (on a Wednesday for their 50% off sale) to see if I would have any luck. Brand new, size 3, girls snow boots and gently used black overall snow pants in size 6. Luck is definitely what I found!

Thrifty 100

Thrifty Finds Thrifting Thrift Stores 100

Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 30, 2013

Thrift Store Style. Thrift stores, on the other hand, offer affordable, stylish clothing. Many shoppers are now turning to thrift stores to find fashionable items. Check out the stores in your school’s area to find out where you can stretch your dollar. This site uses affiliate links.

College 102

College Student Public Transit DSL 102

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 17, 2012

Plastic grocery bags can be irritating and useful all at the same time. These days most grocery stores no longer offer paper sacks, and if you have forgotten your reusable bags, you are probably going to go home with anywhere from one to two dozen little plastic sacks. They are useful carry bags in general.

Reuse 272

Reuse Groceries Grocery Recycle 272

Couponing 101

MAY 29, 2019

Buy Used Clothing. You can find used children’s clothing at thrift stores, garage sales, or online via Facebook Marketplace or eBay. A hooded sweatshirt might be classified as a winter item, but it’s also perfect for chilly summer nights.

Clothes 84

Clothes Clothing Simple Friends And Family Sale 84

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 4, 2020

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. Great price, but I couldn’t use the coupon, so I did some more shopping and picked up $20 worth of stocking stuffers. I went back to the register and left the store paying $20.14

November 130

November 2020 Frugal Old Navy 130

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

When you walk into a grocery store with a plan, you eliminate impulse & duplicate purchases. We used to spend hundreds of dollars a month going out to eat at restaurants. I’ve been an avid gym member for over 20 years, so I will never tell anyone to give up their gym membership if they truly use it. Dining Out.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Thrifting Thrift Stores 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

From food waste to packaging to disposable items, there are a lot of resources being used by humans. A meal plan can be one of the best ways to avoid last-minute takeout runs, as well as ensure that you have a way to use the food you buy. Find Ways to Re-Use as Much As You Can. Look for ways to re-use what you already have.

Re-use 278

Re-use Home and Garden Bulk Electronics 278

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2014

Chances are you’ve got a few pieces tucked away at the back of your closet that could use a little rediscovering. If you have an uneasiness when it comes to “used” clothing, know that there are many different tiers of second hand stores. If the stigma of thrifting gets to you, remember, it’s not “used”, it’s “vintage”.

Clothing and Accessories 220

Clothing and Accessories Swap Thrifting Consignment Shops 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 23, 2013

Rinse the comb often as you use it, to send those fleas down the drain and off the animal! Using a broom is nice, but doing so can just move fleas and their eggs from one place to another. By using a vacuum, you can suck them all up and dispose of the bag when you are done. Vacuum your home often. Wash your pet’s bedding often.

Bath and Body Works 207

Bath and Body Works Pets Vacuums Thrift Stores 207

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 30, 2014

Many people overlook the power of using textures in a home to add points of interest as well as space and a homey feel. Don’t use a uniform texture for everything; using wood blinds with shag-type rugs and interesting focal points will help create a visually appealing space. Use Patterns Sparingly. Get Organized'

Home 182

Home Making Furniture Thrift Stores 182

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 21, 2014

I bought the Swiffer Sweepervac because it was light weight and would be easier to use on a daily basis over my heavy vacuum cleaner. Now I don’t feel guilty when I use several squares daily to swiffer the floors in my house. And when these squares wear out, I’ll head to the thrift store for some cheap flannel shirts.

DIY 100

DIY Thrifting Thrift Stores Vacuums 100

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 1, 2013

Buy a colorful red, orange, or gold runner at your local dollar store as well as a few faux pumpkins or gourds. Use candy corn creatively. It is so cheap, usually $1 for a big bag at your local dollar store. Find inexpensive knick knacks at your local dollar store or thrift store that fall into the Halloween theme.

Halloween 93

Halloween DIY Frugal Dollar Store 93