Everyday Thrifty

Living Full & Free

5 Household Items Guaranteed to Save You Money

Some people seem to think that frugal living is all about not spending money under any circumstance at all.  But that couldn’t be farther from the truth!   Spending money is a fact of life, whether you’re frugal or not.  Instead of not spending, the key is spending wisely.  In addition to taking full advantage of good deals and crazy discounts, there are actual money-saving items that you can buy.  That is, there are products that will cost you a little bit now but could potentially save you way more over time.  One of our favorite sayings is, “Little things matter.”  Whether it’s a small increase in investing or a few more minutes at the gym each time you go, those incremental improvements add up.    These money-saving items ... [Read More]

50 Incredibly Fun Indoor Activities for Kids!

Kick boredom to the curb with these 50 indoor activities for kids! If you have young children, you know that staying indoors can be challenging. Being stuck in the house tends to breed what all parents dread most...BOREDOM! Followed by a lot of whining, mischief, fighting with other siblings, and way too much screentime. The problem is that coming up with fun, ideas on the fly can be difficult. So to help get your creative juices flowing, we've put together a list of our family's favorite fun indoor activities for kids! Most of these involve little to no prep at all and will promote learning through play.So no matter if the weather is gross or sickness is going around, we've got you covered with some incredibly fun activities to keep the whole family happy. 50 Incredibly ... [Read More]

14 Ways to Kickstart Financial Spring Cleaning

Spring is in the air – birds singing, flowers blooming, and, of course, Spring Cleaning!   But we’re not just referring to scrubbing all those hard-to-reach areas of your home or throwing out old knick-knacks.  We’re talking about putting your finances in order to be more organized, more aware, more productive, and more financially free with some financial spring cleaning. Financial spring cleaning involves rolling up your sleeves now, so you don’t look back in December and wonder where the year or where your money went.  If you’ve struggled with staying on top of your finances like you know you should, we want to help you “get real” with your money!  Just a couple of baby steps in the right direction is all you need to get some momentum on your side.  ... [Read More]

50 Fun Activities for a No Spend Weekend with Kids!

Put your wallet away and make some memories with these 50 fun activities for a no spend weekend with kids! We are a debt-free family who knows the reality of how important it is to live life on a budget. You can read how our family became debt free in 16 months here. Let’s face it, going to the movie theater as a family these days can cost you just about a full week of groceries after tickets and snacks! And taking everyone to a special event or attraction is even more expensive. So, what’s a family to do that doesn’t involve countless hours in front of a screen? We’ve got you covered with 50 of our favorite free and fun activities to do as a family on a no spend weekend! 50 Fun Activities for a No Spend Weekend with Kids! Raid the cupboard and bake something! Make ... [Read More]

Penny Pincher’s Review of Stitch Fix Box in 2020!

I jumped on board and tried out Stitch Fix! Today I'm sharing a review of my Stitch Fix 2020 box from the perspective of a penny-pinching mom like myself! So, let’s get this out of the way first…Stitch Fix did not sponsor this post. The feedback I’m sharing today is 100% unbiased which is a standard for the content that you’ll find on my site. I decided to give Stitch Fix a try because a friend of mine shared her referral link with me which gave me a $25 credit – YAY! I’m going to share mine with you so you can also get some free spending money! More on that in a bit. What is Stitch Fix? Stitch Fix is an online personal styling service that sends trendy articles of clothing, shoes, and accessories straight to your front door! It falls in the category of a subscription ... [Read More]

10 Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Refund in 2020

April 15th is will be here before we know it, so we've compiled a list of 10 smart ways to use your tax refund this year!   If you’re like 70% of Americans, you’ll receive a refund.  On average, current tax refunds come in around $3000 per family [1] which is a pretty nice chunk of change.  Granted, $3000 may not totally turn your world upside down, but there are smart and unsmart ways to use your tax refund.  There are loads of possible smart options for using your tax refund.  Of course, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution.  Like most decisions in life, it all depends!  It depends on your life stage, risk tolerance, and current financial position.  So, before you file your taxes or get that return, read through our best tips on how ... [Read More]