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  And undeniable part of being frugal is the ability to sometimes make the most out of less. Whether that means getting crafty, simply recycling, or even reusing things, you’d be surprised how much you can save simply by being careful about what you throw away and what you repurpose. Here is a list of 10 things you should never throw away, as there are always...

Christmas is hard if you’re on a tight budget. If you were to search for ‘cheap DIY gifts’ you’ll find all kinds of things but most of them actually cost way more in materials than anything else. It’s almost enough to make you want to just forgo the entire thing! But don’t fret—there are some frugal options that are great for...

Since we’ve already talked about DIY cleaning supplies for the kitchen and bathroom as well as DIY supplies to survive laundry day, it’s time to wrap up the rest of the house! Not only does making your own cleaning supplies help to keep your home all-natural, it’s insanely cost effective. Glass Cleaner 1/4 cup vinegar 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol 2...

As previously promised, I’d like to continue my roundup of DIY cleaning supplies. Making your own cleaning supplies not only helps your home remain natural by not bringing unwanted chemicals in, it’s REALLY cost effective! Since there are so many types of cleaners out there, we’ll break it down by use. We already discussed DIY cleaning supplies...

Whether you’re looking to save a bit of money or find something really unique that can’t be purchased in a store, thrift shopping is the perfect way to furnish your house or closet. While it can be a lot of fun to just go and look around, if you want to get the most out of your thrift shop experience, these tips will help you secure the coolest deals and...

We all love summer and the fun that it can bring, but with the fun of summer comes the inevitable bug bites, sunburn, poison Ivy and even tick bites. But with the coming of summer times problems comes frugal home made solutions to take the bite of out of your discomfort. Here are a few that I have managed to collect.   Top 5 Sunburn Remedies   One of the...

Summer break is almost here, and with that comes the need to keep kids busy during the summer months. If you are like me you like to find new ideas that will not only keep your kids busy but make good memories for them along the way. Here are 20 ideas for things to do with your kids that will not break the budget. 1)      Check your community for free festivals...

Your dog or cat is just as much a part of the family as the kids are and you love them just as much, so why would you want to treat them as anything less? Having a pet is a responsibility that most of us take seriously so we spend a lot of time making sure we try and buy them the best quality foods we can, but what about when they need a bath?Many of us just grab...