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Thrifty Mommy

July 18th, 2008

Top 30 Yard Sale Tips

As I shared earlier this week, we made $2953 at our yard sale last weekend.  Prior to that, the most we had ever made was $580.  I can’t guarantee that you’ll do as well as we have, but here are some tips to help you get started. 
1)  Go through closets, dressers, toys, cupboards, cabinets, bookcases, etc before […]

By Karen -- 3 comments

April 15th, 2008

10 Tips for Spring Cleaning Success

April is Spring Cleaning Month!  Spring cleaning can be a daunting task, so here are tips to get you started and to help you not feel so overwhelmed.
1)  Go to each room and make a list of the jobs that need to be done.   
2)  Take one job at a time.  If you look around, […]

By Karen -- 4 comments

March 10th, 2008

50 Helpful Thrifty Mommy Articles

Sometimes at Thrifty Mommy we give you tips on sales and other things that are only relevant to that week.  But then there are times that we have lists of ways to save time and money that can be helpful for years to come.
I decided to surf around the archives and pull together some of our helpful articles.  Most of […]

By Karen -- 3 comments

November 29th, 2007

Frugal Friday 33: Saving Money on Christmas

I am posting the Frugal Friday article tonight, as promised on The Cooper Lawrence Show. 
For many, Christmas is a favorite time of the year.  Unfortunately, many times it can be the most stressful.  Here are 30 ways to help you save time and money, and avoid unnecessary stress. 
Gift Giving and Shopping Tips: 
1.  Let friends and family know things you’re […]

By Karen -- 20 comments

November 13th, 2007

Tips for Hosting Thanksgiving Dinner

If you’re hosting this year’s Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner, then you should look at these tips from A Healthy Balance.  These tips will help you to plan ahead and avoid being stressed.
While you’re at it, don’t forget to check out my recipe for Sweet Potato Casserole.  Thanksgiving and Christmas just wouldn’t be the same without it.
Other Links:
Pumpkin […]

By Karen -- 0 comments

September 3rd, 2007

Do-It-Yourself and Save Money

I don’t know about you, but we rarely hire someone to do work around our house.  We mow our yard and trim our hedges.  We fix our sheetrock, paint our walls, install flooring and do other things to our home. 
When someone tells me they paid someone thousands of dollars to paint their home I can hardly […]

By Karen -- 5 comments

August 24th, 2007

Frugal Friday 20: 15 Summer Cooking Tips

Happy 20 weeks of Frugal Fridays.  Wow!  I can’t believe it’s been 20 weeks.  It seems like only 5. 
Well, it’s blazing hot outside.  If you’re like me, you try not to turn on the stove if you can help it.  Here are some tips to keep you out of the kitchen and keep your house […]

By Karen -- 19 comments

June 8th, 2007

Frugal Friday #11: Top 10 Decluttering Tips

Last week, I told you how clutter stresses me out and takes time away from my life.  I also promised you some tips for decluttering your house.  Here goes . . .
1.  Commit to change - I said last week that getting organized and decluttering is like losing weight.  Really, it is.  You have to be […]

By Karen -- 11 comments