Smartphone to Flip Phone: Hacks to Keep on Savin’
Check out how this Frugalite copes in 2023 without a smartphone after switching to a flip phone 3 years ago.
Thrift Life
Back to School on a Budget
Back-to-school doesn’t have to mean emptying your bank account or racking up your credit card bill. Shop responsibly and teach your kids how to work within a budget. Done right, this will teach your children and teens lessons that will serve them well through adulthood.
Things I Wish I Hadn’t Bought and Why
Have you ever made purchases you regretted? Colette shares her list of “Things I Wish I Hadn’t Bought” and it’s so relatable!
Top Tips for a Comfortable Long-Distance Train Trip
This Frugalite recently had to take a trip via train. Here’s what she did to stay comfortable and save money!
31-derful Uses for an Extra Mason Jar
Want to repurpose your old Mason jar you’re not ready to part with? This Frugalite came up with 31 ways to use it.
Entertainment on a Shoestring Budget
Entertainment doesn’t have to cost money! In this article, Colette shares some of the thrifty ways she enjoys herself on a shoestring budget.
Broken Things I Own that Still Work (and Save me Money!)
There is freedom in the capacity to love broken things. Save the money, appreciate the function and remember that beauty can co-exist with imperfection.
How to Make Play-Dough and 9 Fun Things to Do with It
Are you out of ideas for keeping the kids entertained during summer? This Frugalite has the best solution… DIY Play-dough!
10 Random Things I Do to Save Money
We believe that little habits add up over time. In this article, Colette shares some of the random small actions she takes to save money.
Frugal Supports to Reduce Anxiety
It seems like everyone’s been feeling anxious and stressed lately. Read this for some Frugalite-friendly ways to cope.
Featured Posts
Cheap Eats: Stretch Your Budget with Thrifty $1 Meals
“Cheap Eats” are thrifty unglamorous meals that are reasonably filling, quick to make, (cooking utilities add up too), and less than a dollar per serving.
50 Ways to Eat from Your Pantry When You Have No Money for Groceries
If you’ve got more month than money, here are 50 tasty ways to eat the food in your pantry when you can’t go buy groceries.
Get Your Vitamin D for FREE from Sunshine
Don’t avoid the sun – bask in it, get Vitamin D safely, and boost your immune system and your happiness while lowering your risk of multiple diseases.
25 Signs You Might Be a Frugal Living Rock Star
Do you enjoy saving a buck more than most people? Here are 25 signs that you might be a frugal living rock star! How many of them apply to you?
