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Part 3 : Take It Back, Use It Up, or Pass It On

Home cluttered with items that are never used? (Clutter can cost you.) Why not become empowered and take back your space, all while earning a little bit of money or bringing some joy to the world. Who knew that excess stuff could make such a difference? With the rare exception of a practicing minimalist, we all have things in our homes that are not being used. We probably also have some brand new things still in the original packaging or with the original tags attached. In the previous two articles in this series, I talked about how we can earn … Continue reading →

Thrift Store Shopping Tips

You can cut almost any of your shopping budget by 60 percent or more when you shop at local thrift stores instead of retail stores. Imagine getting designer jeans for $5 or a new-with-tags name brand dress for only $3. How about that new hot video game for $15 instead of $50? It is all possible when you use thrift stores as a valuable resource to save your family budget. Getting Over the Ew Factor If you haven’t visited a thrift store lately, you should stop by and take a look. What you see may surprise you. Most thrift stores, … Continue reading →

Growing Kids? Here are 5 Inexpensive Sources for Great Clothing

When the pants get too short and the shirts get too tight, you know it is time to invest in a whole new wardrobe for your kids. It can be a tough thing to swallow, spending lots of money on outfits that they will grow out of within a few short months. Things can get costly. Parents on a tight budget should take note of some off the beaten path sources for great kids clothing that will have the kids looking chic while the parents save money. 1. The clearance racks In July, you will find summer clothing marked from … Continue reading →

Back-to-School Pains

I stand corrected. Perhaps, breakfast battles, lunch packing, backpack hunting and supply shopping aren’t the worst parts of back-to-school. I forgot about labeling. Today my daughter received a letter from her new teacher welcoming her to second grade, sharing a few anecdotes, and providing a list of all the fun that awaits once the new school year kicks off. At the bottom of the cheerful note was a reminder to parents about labeling school supplies prior to the first day of school. I forgot about the school’s policy which requires labeling every.single. item. that passes through the classroom door. Every … Continue reading →

Target Gift Card Giveaway

Consignment shopping is a wonderful place to pick up fantastic bargains. The clothes and other items that you find in a consignment shop are gently used with lots of life still left in them. Some items may even have price tags still on them! You may find that some are designer items also! With the economy being what it is, it just makes good sense to buy clothes and other items at a consignment shop. Consignment Mommies is a testimony to this idea. They are an informational and directory assistance for all those that are looking to find the nearest … Continue reading →

High Fashion On A Low Budget

With the economy as bad as it is, being frugal is a must. You could be cutting costs by making your own frugal cleaning products, or making more meals at home. When it comes to clothing though, being frugal takes work. Thrift shops are no secret to those with a tight budget, and today they’re almost trendy compared to 20 years ago. But I see a lot of people who shop at thrift shops dressing like they shop at thrift shops. All it takes is a bit of time and patience and you can accumulate a wardrobe that would even … Continue reading →

Dress like Michelle Obama for Less

Public Domain Image Michelle Obama, first Lady of the United States is known for her no-nonsense fashion, and price conscious dressing. She is comfortable mixing designer couture items with J.Crew and White House/Black Market Boutiques. While this example puts high style in easy reach. Still, for the low income or frugal majority, the prices can still be a bit of a stretch. Still, there are things you can do to exemplify Michelle Obama’s classic style without sacrificing your frugal sensibilities. Classic Basics: Stay away from trendy styles when you purchase new clothing. Stick to items with timeless style that you … Continue reading →

How to Shop at the Goodwill Outlet Store

This past week, I got some great deals, including two name brand designer shorts with tags still on for 75 cents, a new fleece-lined ski jacket for a dollar, and a set of Spider Man sheets for a dollar. How did I do it? I shopped at a Goodwill Outlet store and applied some money saving tips. There aren’t very many Goodwill Outlet stores around, but there should be enough to find one within your area, as long as you are willing to do a little driving. For me, the closest Goodwill Outlet store is in Lancaster County, which is … Continue reading →

Getting Ready for Outgrown Sales

I have to confess that I am very excited about tomorrow. That is because two of the biggest children’s outgrown sales are taking place in my area. These outgrown sales are a great way to pick up plenty of bargains and fill in the wardrobes for my children. There are also plenty of toys, books and games to be had as well. Today I sat down to make a list of the needs for the kids. This is important because it helps me avoid buying things that we don’t really need and forgetting things that we really do. For example, … Continue reading →

Money in Marriage

The concern for many today is ‘Money, money, money’ to quote the Abba song. Yes we saw Mamma Mia a few weeks back, can you tell? With the current economic situation the way it is a lot of people are worried about money, coping with day to day expenses and the prices of basic items rising all the time, banks looking shaky and the share market in a slump. As well as those struggling to support families, it also affects those with retirement funds and investments as they see what they thought was a retirement nest egg shrinking before their … Continue reading →