Category Archives: Ask Your Frugal Friends

Reader Tips: 20 Frugal Ways to Keep Your Home Smelling Great!

By Heidi on October 5, 2011
Reader Tips: 20 Frugal Ways to Keep Your Home Smelling Great!

I received the following question from frugal friend Alaina… “My question is… how does one keep their home smelling “frugal” great, besides buying scentsy, glade, airwick, etc.  Are there any homemade or DIY ways to keep it smelling good?” I … Continue reading →

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Reader Tips: 25 DIY Ways to Get Rid of Ants!

By Heidi on September 15, 2011
Reader Tips: 25 DIY Ways to Get Rid of Ants!

I received the following question from frugal friend Abigail… “We have a home in PA & have been having trouble with little tiny ants in our home. We have sprayed “over the counter” sprays, but they keep coming back. I … Continue reading →

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Reader Tips: 24 DIY Wedding Favors

By Heidi on September 12, 2011
Reader Tips: 24 DIY Wedding Favors

I received the following question from frugal friend Laurie… “I am looking for affordable or handmade favors for my wedding reception. Any ideas??” {go here for wrapped candy bar party favor ideas} Now… I shared this question on The Frugal … Continue reading →

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Reader Tips: 12 Thrifty Makeup Remover Tips!

By Heidi on August 29, 2011
Reader Tips: 12 Thrifty Makeup Remover Tips!

I received the following question from frugal friend Kathryn… “Hi Frugal Girls! I’m looking for a frugal, yet effective, eye makeup remover. Do you have any ideas… or even homemade concoctions? Would LOVE some feedback!!” I shared this question on … Continue reading →

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Reader Tips: 10 Fun Packed Lunch Ideas for Kids!

By Heidi on August 24, 2011
Reader Tips: 10 Fun Packed Lunch Ideas for Kids!

It’s back-to-school time, and that means it’s time to get back to packing those lunches! I received the following question from frugal friend Desi… “With the school year approaching, and school lunch prices rising, I was wondering what ideas everyone … Continue reading →

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Reader Tips: 15 Tips for a Successful Garage Sale!

By Heidi on August 17, 2011
Reader Tips: 15 Tips for a Successful Garage Sale!

Frugal friend Samantha recently emailed me, asking for some garage sale planning tips!  She was planning a sale, and needed some advice from you frugal friends! I shared this question on The Frugal Girls Facebook Page, and here are just … Continue reading →

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Reader Tip: Save $$ on Clothes with a Clothing Swap Party!

By Heidi on August 15, 2011
Reader Tip: Save $$ on Clothes with a Clothing Swap Party!

Do you {or your kiddos} have some clothes in your closet that you don’t wear anymore?  Well… here’s a great way to save BIG on clothing! I received the following tip from frugal friend Lauri… “Plan a clothing swap!  This … Continue reading →

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Ask Your Frugal Friends: Got Any Tips for a Sweet 16 Birthday Party?

By Heidi on April 25, 2011
Ask Your Frugal Friends: Got Any Tips for a Sweet 16 Birthday Party?

I received the following question from frugal friend Heather… “Help!  I need some DIY Sweet 16 birthday party ideas!  Any suggestions? Thanks!!” {as always ~ thanks in advance for all of the great tips you share!} So… what works for … Continue reading →

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Ask Your Frugal Friends: Got Any Tips for Furnishing or Decorating our First House… on a Budget?

By Heidi on April 11, 2011
Ask Your Frugal Friends: Got Any Tips for Furnishing or Decorating our First House… on a Budget?

I received the following question from frugal friend Vallari… “My husband and I just bought our first house, and I was wondering if anyone could share some ideas about decorating or furnishing our home… on a budget?  Thanks!!” {as always … Continue reading →

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Ask Your Frugal Friends: Got Any Tips for a 7 yr old Boy’s Birthday Party… on a Budget?

By Heidi on April 7, 2011
Ask Your Frugal Friends: Got Any Tips for a 7 yr old Boy’s Birthday Party… on a Budget?

I received the following question from frugal friend Lynda… “Help!  Got any tips for throwing an inexpensive birthday party for a 7 year old boy??” {as always ~ thanks in advance for all of the great tips you share!} So… … Continue reading →

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Got Magazines?? What Useful or Creative Things Do YOU Do With Them?

By Heidi on March 30, 2011
Got Magazines?? What Useful or Creative Things Do YOU Do With Them?

With all of the great Magazine Freebies & Deals we’ve been scoring, it doesn’t take long for our magazine stacks to start piling up!! Frugal friend Maegan needs YOUR help, and is on the hunt for tips to organizer her … Continue reading →

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Help a Frugal Friend ~ Share Your Graduation Party Tips & Ideas!

By Heidi on March 28, 2011
Help a Frugal Friend ~ Share Your Graduation Party Tips & Ideas!

Frugal friend Cheryle is planning a graduation party at her house, and needs YOUR help! So… what works for you?? Do you have any Graduation-themed party ideas, fun decorations, food suggestions, tips, etc?? Leave a comment & share! {as always … Continue reading →

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Ask Your Frugal Friends: How Do You Keep Your Kids Entertained in the Summer??

By Heidi on March 21, 2011
Ask Your Frugal Friends: How Do You Keep Your Kids Entertained in the Summer??

I received the following question from frugal friend Christa… “Does anyone have ideas for fun summer activities for kids? Or any ideas for how to keep them entertained or busy during the summer months?  Thanks!” {as always ~ thanks in … Continue reading →

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Ask Your Frugal Friends: Help! Got Any Tips to Save on Birthday Party Gifts??

By Heidi on March 14, 2011
Ask Your Frugal Friends: Help! Got Any Tips to Save on Birthday Party Gifts??

I received the following question from frugal friend Madeline… “My four-year old son is invited to a lot of birthday parties, and  several are for twins.  I would love some ideas on inexpensive gifts to give!  Any ideas on ways … Continue reading →

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Ask Your Frugal Friends: What Are Your Fun & Frugal Camping Tips??

By Heidi on March 8, 2011
Ask Your Frugal Friends: What Are Your Fun & Frugal Camping Tips??

I’ve received several questions from fellow Frugal Girls who are interested in starting to camp with their families. Camping is a great way to save $$ on a vacation, and trust me ~ the memories are unforgettable! I rarely camped … Continue reading →

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Ask Your Frugal Friends: Got Any Tips for a 3 yr old’s Birthday Party… on a Budget?

By Heidi on March 7, 2011
Ask Your Frugal Friends: Got Any Tips for a 3 yr old’s Birthday Party… on a Budget?

I received the following question from frugal friend Jessica in Ohio… “I was wondering if you had any good ideas for fun and thrifty birthday parties?  My daughter’s 3rd birthday is at the end of March, and we are trying … Continue reading →

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