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Our favorite articles about frugality, saving money & budgeting posted on TexasHomesteader.com

5 Frugal Things: Discounts on Travel, Gifts, Food and Repairs!

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Today I’m sharing 5 Frugal Things I did to easily save some cold hard cash this week. Everything from discounts on travel, gifts, food and more. 

We all could use to save a few bucks these days, #amiright??! If you need a little inspiration yourself, check it out! 

Come see this week's 5 frugal things to save money. #TexasHomesteader

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Healthier Strawberry Ice Cream Alternative Using Frozen Bananas & Strawberries

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A frozen treat is a delightful way to cool down on a hot day. The combination of frozen bananas and strawberries provides a boost of vitamins, antioxidants and fiber making it a healthy snack option too.

When it’s hot outside I make this cheap, healthy, gluten-free frozen sweet treat. It’s a much healthier version of ice cream. 

Frozen banana and strawberry healthier ice cream substitute - NICEcream! #TexasHomesteader

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5 Frugal Things We Did To Save Money This Week: Grocery Budget, Feeding Birds, Parties & More!

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It’s true, if you keep your eyes open there are always easy ways to save money. Take this week for example, we saved money everywhere from hosting a party to getting a shepherd’s hook for FREE. Come see the 5 easy ways we saved money this week.

Come see this week's 5 frugal things to save money. #TexasHomesteader

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Growing A Sustainable Garden: Easy Tips For Eco-Friendly Practices

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A sustainable garden is both rewarding and beneficial. I’m showing easy steps and practices for making your own thriving yet eco-friendly garden space. You can create a harmonious balance with nature right in your own yard!

Sustainable Garden tips and tricks - better garden and save money. #TexasHomesteader

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How To Simplify Christmas To Reduce Stress & Better Suit Your Family

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Sometimes the holidays turn into a  highly-stressful time when expectations, expenses & time demands grow more & more unattainable each year.

If the holidays have become less than joyful for you it’s time to consider making some changes.

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List Of Quick Substitutions To Eliminate A Grocery Store Run

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You’re in the middle of a recipe and find you’re missing an ingredient. Can you use a substitute or maybe whip up that ingredient yourself quickly to keep you from running to the grocery store?

Here’s a list of my most frequently-used quick fixes for recipes.

Long list of ingredient substitutions. #TexasHomesteader

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