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Showing posts with label Frugal. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Frugal. Show all posts

Sunday, May 25, 2014

Share the Love


Sharing the love with other bloggers is one of the most beneficial ways to get your blog and social media networks out there. I want to try something different.

This is a Share the Love post.

  • Make a comment below with all of the social networks you would like to be followed on. 
  • Like and follow the ones who commented before you. 
  • I will like and follow all that is posted as well as make a comment on your blog.
  • If you are on TMB, please let me know and I will also rate your blog.
This is one of the best ways to build up your pages and make connections with others. 

~ G+ ~ Facebook ~ Pinterest ~ 



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Friday, May 16, 2014

Frugal Shopping Habits


Preparation is the key when it comes to saving money on food. It's smart to plan meals and to make a shopping list before going to the store. This can help prevent forgetting items, having to make additional trips, spending money on unnecessary items, and failing to take advantage of discounts or sales. Follow these steps to make the most of your shopping trip:

Monday, May 12, 2014

DIY Toilet Bombs


If you have hard water or limescale built up in your toilet this will get rid of it!

My toilet before using and after 1 week.

Monday, May 5, 2014

30 Unusual Uses for Aluminum Foil


Most of us know the general uses for foil, but did you know there are at least 30 other ways to use aluminum foil? I have selected a few that were sort of "new" to me or ones that I use all the time around the house. (There is only 1 that deals with baking!)


Sunday, April 27, 2014

Monday, April 21, 2014

Ways to Save Money on Groceries


I am always looking for ways to save money on anything that I can. Whether it's using coupons, cutting back or making things last longer, I try to stick to them. 

Too many times I have opened the fridge and found things that have gone bad overnight! Here are a few ways that I have found to work very well to save money by keeping things longer, storing food longer and getting most out of what yo pay for.



Wednesday, April 16, 2014

DIY Laundry Soap

DIY Laundry Soap

I have been very hesitant on trying this recipe. I can usually get good deals on laundry detergent using coupons, but with 8 people living in the house, I usually do about 4-6 loads of laundry a day! That's only about 5 days per 33 load bottle. That's about 6 bottles of detergent a month! That can add up fast! I had to find a cheaper alternative! I needed something that would get out stains from 2 kids, a dirty hubby, farm/yard work and regular dirt and grime...This is what I found:


DIY Jewelry Cleaner

DIY Jewelry Cleaner

When your rings and things don't bling anymore, try this cleaner before you put them through the ringer! 
It cost pennies and is super easy to make! 

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

DIY Duster & Wood Cleaner

All natural DIY Duster & Wood Cleaner
I have tried MANY different recipes for wood cleaners, and this one by FAR is the BEST!!! 
The Before and After picture will prove it!
~*~ This is ONLY for dusting/cleaning WOOD not floors ~*~

Sunday, April 13, 2014

18 Tips to Save $$$ on Meat!

With the rising cost of food, we are all trying to find ways to save money while shopping. 

Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Tuesday, April 8, 2014

Get Paid Some CA$H!


Have you set up an account with Inbox Dollars yet?? InboxDollars is an online rewards club that pays members cash for their online and mobile activities and connects consumers and advertisers in a way that benefits both. Members can earn cash for doing wha they love online! We get to read emails, take surveys, play games, sign up for offers, then get to go back to the site to find more ways to earn! 

Thursday, April 3, 2014

How to Cut Your Grocery Bill in Half

Rising food costs and a lack of “time” to shop for the best deals at the grocery store might be driving up your monthly grocery bill. The average cost to feed a family of four runs about $146 to $289 a week according to the latest numbers from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. (USA Today) That’s not including eating out, school lunches or splurges.


Wednesday, April 2, 2014

How to Save Money on Fresh Produce

If you are like most people, you struggle to find ways to save on food. I stumbled upon Epicurious a while a go and use it every month to plan my shopping trips for fresh produce.

Friday, November 29, 2013

Useful Life Hacks

There are just some things that make you go huh...why didn't I think of that? Most of the time, if you have the problem, there are other that do too!

If you haven't heard of life hacks, they are low budget tips and tricks to make life easier!



Tuesday, November 12, 2013

DIY Oatmeal Creme Pies



If you LOVE Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies, I have a recipe for you!

We love oatmeal creme pies, so I thought I would search to find a recipe for them. I found a YUMMY one!


DIY Oatmeal Creme Pies

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

50+ Unusual Uses for Cornstarch


 50 Unusual Uses for Cornstarch


50+ Unusual Uses for Cornstarch

Wether it's Cleaning, First Aid, Beauty, DIY, Pests, Cooking, Pets or Kid's Projects, it's all here!

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

DIY Easy Bake Oven Recipes

Anyone that has owned or has a child that has owned an Easy Bake Oven has been there.

"Mom...I'm out of mix!"
"Mom...I messed up the mix and I'm out of it now!"

Did you know you can make mixes from pantry ingredients and save them?
Most mixes now are around $8 each!
I have compiled a few recipes that you can make at home for a LOT less than buying them at the store!

DIY Easy Bake Oven Recipes

Saturday, November 2, 2013

Homemade Laundry Stain Remover

If you are like me and have kiddos that get into EVERYTHING, especially when they are wearing white!

I had been spending WAY too much money on stain removers from the store and needed to find a cheaper alternative. I have been using this "Oxy-Clean" for a few years now and I don't spend near as much as before!

Homemade Laundry Stain Remover