Here’s a frugal female tip: just because something is expensive, doesn’t mean you’re going to look good in it. In fact, the most creative outfits often cost no money at all. Take the graduation dresses that two girls from Canada came up with, for inspiration.

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When 17-year-old Kara Koskowich couldn’t find a dress within her budget she liked, she made one herself –out of old math homework. Koskowich’s equally creative best friend Dorothy Graham made her dress as well, and out of plastic trash bags. Did we mention the two girls looked fabulous?!

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From gumballs and flowers to soda can tabs and even toilet paper, you may never have to spend money on a retail dress again. Take a look at our gallery of thrifty threads below!