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A DIY Air Conditioner and 14 Other Cool Camping Hacks

Camping out is a great frugal getaway, but it can be a lot of work. Make more time for yourself with some clever campground shortcuts.

Whether you crave sweet or savory in the morning, you'll be happy to learn that your grill is great for breakfast, too.

If you need a quick, fun to eat dish for guests, put your favorites on a stick — even dessert! Clean up is easy, too.

You've got a website, an audience, and a passion — but how, exactly, do you monetize that blog? It's easier than you think.

Wait, don't throw that out! Your old garage dust-collectors might be worth some decent coin.

Let the sun shine on savings with these fun and family-friendly summer activities. The best part? They're super cheap!

What to do with those couple extra pours in the bottle? Add a boozy twist to your next dish with these killer ways to use wine in the kitchen.

Don't let your herb garden go to seed. Learn how to use and store your bounty all summer long — and beyond.

Take set-it-and-forget-it to the next level of comfort food with delicious "Crock-Pasta." So good. So easy!

Store bought snacks are pricey and fattening. Whether you're craving salty or sweet, it's cheap and easy to make your own — and healthier, too!

Your slow cooker already makes weeknight meals a snap. Why not rely on the same ease and convenience to help you feed your party guests?

Staying home to raise little ones is often rewarding, but it comes at a financial price. Make sure you do it right!

As many as three in four Americans suffer from chronic dehydration, which can have serious health effects. Are you getting your daily water ration?

Baking's great but sometimes you need a break, too. Let the oven sit one out and make crowd pleasing desserts without all the fuss.

Staying home with the kids means less income — and big savings, too. Find out how stay-at-home tops 9-to-5 when it comes to spending less.

Spring is in the air and that means home repair. Welcome the warmer days with these must-do maintenance projects.

Cheap, healthy, delicious — bananas have it all. Go beyond banana bread and enjoy them sweet and savory, baked, roasted, fried, or whipped.

Summer's around the corner, which means extra hours in the day for home improvement. Spruce up your backyard with a spiffy and affordable project.

For some DIY beauty treatment, pest control, cleaning, or decorating — check the pantry. These delicious foods serve double duty.

Before your next shopping trip, check if you can save some coin with these price-matching policies.