Category Archives: saving money

43 Money-Saving Tips

Posted on August 21, 2015 by blogqueendiane

Here are some money-saving tips I practice; hope you’ll be able to benefit from some of them!

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Seven Ways I Saved Money in July

Posted on July 29, 2015 by blogqueendiane

Like every thrifty shopper, I’m always on the lookout for new and different ways to cut costs. Here are seven ways I saved money in July:

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Four Ways I Saved Money in May

Posted on May 28, 2015 by blogqueendiane

Most thrifty shoppers are always on the lookout to discover new ways to spend less. Here are four ways I saved money this month.

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Saving Money: It’s Great, but Where Do We Draw the Line?

Posted on May 14, 2015 by blogqueendiane

Saving money is wonderful. I don’t mind buying (and thoroughly washing) clothes and other items at garage sales and thrift stores so I can go on a cruise (or two) every year. Buying gently used items is a great way to … Continue reading →

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Saving Money: Why Do We Love It So Much?

Posted on May 11, 2015 by blogqueendiane

Almost everyone loves to save money. What makes it so satisfying?

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Seven Ways I Saved Money in April

Posted on April 28, 2015 by blogqueendiane

Like many people, I try to be frugal every day of the year — and here are some ways I saved money in April:

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Thrift Store Treasures #5

Posted on April 21, 2015 by blogqueendiane

Spent $7 recently to score the following thrift store treasures:  5 large plastic flowerpots in bright jewel tones (purple, red, yellow and green)

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Save Money by Doing Your Own Pest Control

Posted on April 16, 2015 by blogqueendiane

 For many years, I paid an exterminator $75 a quarter to come to my house and spray outside it — and inside the garage — to prevent unwanted bugs, especially cockroaches (an ick factor when living in the South).

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Attend Church and get Free Admission to Historic Sites

Posted on April 8, 2015 by blogqueendiane

I hope nobody thinks this is sacrilegious, but there’s an occasional way to attend church and save money on admission to local tourist attractions at the same time if you live in Charleston, S.C.  The same type thing may apply … Continue reading →

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Thrift Store Treasures #3

Posted on October 14, 2014 by blogqueendiane

Had some good luck at thrift stores the first two weekends of October! It’s nice to pick up a few fall things before going up to the attic and dragging out all my winter clothes. The items I was found … Continue reading →

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