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I’ve read, shared and used a lot of frugal tips through the years. Sometimes I read a new frugal tip from a reader and wonder why I didn’t think of it — like the tip below for sewing a simple picnic blanket. I can’t wait to make it. A special thanks to readers for taking the time to share their knowledge and frugal shortcuts.
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I love receiving tips from readers, so keep ‘em coming. I’m especially thrilled when they’re improvements on tips I’ve mentioned before. It keeps me on my toes. I love the first tip. It’s better than making potpourri or apple-peel jelly.
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Even small impulse purchases can result in overspending because they add up quickly. It helps to have a list of frugal activities to do when the urge to splurge strikes. Avoiding temptation is an important part of reaching your goals. It’s a powerful feeling to be in control. Simply avoid situations that cause you to spend unnecessarily.
Retail merchandising is designed to lure you in. It’s …

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When I began my frugal journey, I was highly motivated to tighten the tightwad belt, but sometimes I felt poor. This feeling was due to the transition from living above my means to living within my means. I was making leaps and bounds with my personal finances, but it took hard work and determination not to fall into the old spending traps.
A few tips that helped pull …