Spice things up
Try using spices instead of salt to enhance
Congratulations ssindi. You’ve won the Kraft Sandwich Shop May contest which includes 4 bottles of KRAFT SANDWICH SHOP Mayo. Flavors include Chipotle, Garlic & Herb, Horseradish-Dijon and Hot & Spicy.. Thank you to…
August 25 2010 / No Comment / Read More »It’s easy to waste products by using too much. This is especially true with products that are pourable or in squeezable containers. No…
September 1 2010 / 2 Comments / Read More »Moving can be exciting and stressful. Whether it’s your first apartment or a move into a new-to-you home, you’ll be tempted to buy…
August 25 2010 / 2 Comments / Read More »When living on a tight budget, you realize quickly which skills are important. Often, basic skills can be the difference between a small…
August 18 2010 / No Comment / Read More »When you think frugal family vacations, camping comes to mind. How much can a tent and some bug spray cost compared to airfare…
August 16 2010 / 2 Comments / Read More »Joy doubles when shared
Every little frugal step helps
Help without lending money
Set summertime savings goals
Benefits of frugality
Save money on groceries without coupons
Try frugal substitutes
Reuse glass jars to reduce waste
Re-evaluate frugal tips
When it’s gone, it’s gone
Roads that lead to frugality
Confidential frugality
Find contentment with what you have
A day in the frugal life
Use it up
Drawer carts are great for organizing closets. They contain items and tuck into the closet so they aren’t taking up space in a room. They can be used to store hats, mittens or scarves, as a mini dresser, to organize toys or as a file cabinet. The first reader tip shares another way to use…
July 16 2010 / 2 Comments / Read More »photo by di the huntress Garden season doesn’t have to be costly. If you head out to a retail store and buy everything all at once, it’s going to add up quickly. But if you do some careful planning and are patient and creative, you can enjoy a beautiful garden on a shoestring budget. What…
May 20 2010 / 7 Comments / Read More »photo by backgarage Buying housewares at the thrift store can give your home a unique style. Some home-interior items that are passed over by others can be your ticket to an eco-chic design. It only takes a little extra time and energy, but it’s well worth it to take these items from scare to flair.…
October 31 2009 / 3 Comments / Read More »photo by aldon Easter is almost here, and many parents put together Easter baskets for their kids. You might reuse the basket each year, place goodies in a different reusable container such as a tote, sand pail, shoebox or clay pot, or find alternatives to candy to fill it. But what about Easter grass? Are…
March 12 2010 / 4 Comments / Read More »photo by iowa spirit walker Paper is often wasted. Maybe you use both sides of a sheet of paper, use the backs of your mail envelopes for grocery lists or reuse newspaper to wrap gifts. All are good ways to waste less paper. Many households put their mail and paper through a shredder to protect…
November 6 2009 / No Comment / Read More »Bleach disinfects your laundry, but not everyone wants to use bleach, or maybe you’re out of it. You can use products such as Lysol, ammonia, vinegar, grapefruit seed oil/extract, sunshine…
September 4 2010 / No Comment / Read More »Baby-formula cans are sturdy and durable. You can reuse them as household storage containers. They work well as a gift container, to…
August 27 2010 / 1 Comment / Read More »Is your wallet filled with loyalty, rewards or club cards? They get disorganized and you fumble at the cash register to find…
August 20 2010 / No Comment / Read More »DEAR SARA: I need tips on thawing frozen bread products. I’ve never been a fan of freezing bread products because I’m unsure…
August 30 2010 / 2 Comments / Read More »DEAR SARA: How do I get dry paint off a Pergo floor? We painted our son’s room, and there are dry paint…
August 23 2010 / No Comment / Read More »DEAR SARA: My daughter just called and said she is cleaning out her dish cupboard and asked me if I wanted the stuff she is getting rid of. Of course…
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