Recently, we did some work to our yard and I saw just how quickly money can be spent. We spent a few hundred dollars and all we got was a little dirt, mulch, and five small bushes.
If you’re willing to be patient, there are some ways that you can save a lot of money […]
Until recently, I had never realized that my thrifty ways were helping the environment. I never considered myself a tree hugger or environmental activist. I always tried to do my part, within reason. Now I am beginning to realize how frugalness is good for the environment.
Here are some thrifty ways to help the environment, and […]
Many of you know that I was a full-time teacher prior to having children. Cutting out one person’s entire income was an act of faith and determination, which left me pulling out all of my thrifty devices. Here is a list of the top things that I have done to cut out expenses.
1) Cut back […]
Today we had to take the kitty to get her stitches out and on the way home we spotted a new scratch and dent grocery store. I told hubby that we didn’t need to go in because we did not have anymore room in our cabinets. lol I told him I was holding out for triple coupon […]
Whenever I go into a store and they don’t have the items that are on sale, I get a raincheck. Many stores don’t have an expiration date on their rainchecks, so I use them for my advantage. Here are some ways that I have used rainchecks to save money.
1) I get the raincheck and I […]
At one time or another, we’re all going to have excess food, whether it be leftovers or fruits and veggies that are about to go bad. Sometimes it’s hard to think of what we’ll do with them so that we don’t waste food. To help us all out, I’ve compiled a list of ideas. Enjoy!
1. […]
As I promised earlier this week, for Frugal Friday I am giving you some tips for playing The Grocery Game.
When playing The Grocery Game (TGG), you do not clip the coupons until you need them. It is such a time saver. Each week, I take the inserts out of the paper, write the date on the front […]
With our busy lives, it seems more and more of our money is going towards eating out. In fact, I read recently that 40% of food money is spent on eating out. Here are some tips to help lower the amount you spend.
1. Go out for lunch instead of dinner. Lunch prices are usually much lower.
2. Check […]
As I mentioned before, we were at winter camp last weekend. While we were eating out, I asked the waiter how much drinks were. I nearly croaked when he said $2.19. $2.19??!!!??? I actually laughed out loud. The waiter offered to give us free drinks since we had a large group eating (and tipping, lol). Another place […]
With the cold temperatures we’ve been having, I know it’s hard to imagine that spring and summer are just around the corner. I’m sure some are thinking about or are already making plans for their special wedding day. I thought this would be a good time to share some ways to save money.
1. Plan ahead. […]
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