Posted 2 weeks 1 day ago by Paul Michael
My recent post about reusing old plastic bottles inspired me to look around at other ways to use, well, garbage. And I found a site that really made me think twice about the contents of my own garbage can.
Posted 6 weeks 1 day ago by Xin Lu
The main reason that people don't drink water is that it is tasteless and not very "fun" to drink. On the other hand, water is considered more healthy than sodas so now there is a entire category of packaged drinks such as VitaminWater that is basically bottled water with coloring,vitamins,and flavor. Instead of buying these drinks, read on for ways you can make your water more exciting to drink.
Posted 7 weeks 1 day ago by Xin Lu
My husband and I often search online for fixes to our electronics problems because if a gadget is out of warranty it often costs quite a bit to get it fixed. When we find a solution that is not hard to implement we figure we might as well try it, and we have been able to fix many things including computers and handhelds. Read on for some tips on finding solutions online to your gadget problems.
Posted 15 weeks 18 hours ago by Xin Lu
Are you a super cheapskate with an affinity for making everything yourself? Here are some Instructables that will tickle your fancy! Learn to furnish your home, gather food, and finally protect your possessions with alarms and weapons all for less than $10.
Posted 15 weeks 2 days ago by Paul Michael
This may sound like a tech-heavy article but trust me, it's not. My own technophobic dad could do this one (and he'd better after I tell him). All you need is the goold old Notepad accessory and, let's say, about 30 seconds of your time. Ready? Let's begin.
Posted 15 weeks 4 days ago by Xin Lu
Origami is a Japanese word that means "fold paper", and it is a very popular pastime around the world. I enjoy origami because it is a very cheap hobby that requires only your hands and paper. I like to reuse magazine paper and left over wrapping paper to make my projects, but origami techniques can be applied to anything that is foldable to create amazing results. Here are some fun and frugal ideas for using origami in your life that goes beyond folding a simple crane!
Posted 15 weeks 5 days ago by Thursday Bram
One of my fondest memories from my childhood is the time I spent helping my grandmother bake challah . The woman is still an artist in the kitchen and her recipe is the basis that my aunts, cousins and I all use. If you haven’t had challah before, it’s a sweet braided bread, although not so sweet as to be a dessert. This is a fairly simple challah recipe. I started baking my own in college — after I found out that, at least in the Midwest, the few bakeries which made challah managed to charge almost double than it would cost me to pick up the ingredients.
Posted 17 weeks 1 day ago by Thursday Bram
It’s turning into quite the snow day here in Maryland, so I pulled out all of my “keep kids amused and out of trouble” recipes, to share with parents who are facing cooped up kiddos. I’ve stuck to those recipes with simple ingredient lists. We're talking cheap, easy fun, that doesn't involve having to listen to fights over the TV remote all day long, and a chance to introduce kids to a little DIY fun. The ingredients lists are all fairly basic and rely on pantry staples.
Posted 17 weeks 3 days ago by Myscha Theriault
Got a few old ratty ones kicking around? Accidentally shrink your favorite cashmere? Are the kids outgrowing Grandma’s home knit creations faster than she can keep clicking her needles? Or maybe you have a few with sentimental value you’d like to hang on to. Here's a list of ideas from around the web.
Posted 19 weeks 6 days ago by Myscha Theriault
The big night is just around the corner. Don’t have plans yet? Here are five simple celebrations to suit nearly every situation.
Posted 22 weeks 2 days ago by Paul Michael
Anyone with a cell phone has suffered from those “no signal” or “service lost” moments. And they usually happen when your car has broken down or someone’s chasing you through the forest with a large axe. As I live in snowy Colorado and have a Virgin Mobile (weak reception) I have been researching and testing methods to boost my phone in case of emergencies. Here are the five methods that worked, with varying success, for me.
Posted 22 weeks 6 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Handmade gifts are becoming cool again (even if you’re not talented enough to try.) Kids, however, don’t often appreciate the time and effort that goes into a gift crafted by the hands of the giver. Whether you do it because you’re frugal, or you do it because you care, here are five gifts for smaller children that will be loved long after the season is over.
Posted 23 weeks 4 days ago by Myscha Theriault
Many of us will be on the road this holiday season, which means needing strategies for including pets in the holiday events without stressing them or ourselves out. Here are ten of my favorite pet hacks for taking the dogs on the road.
Posted 23 weeks 5 days ago by Myscha Theriault
Bar beverages get much attention this time of year. What restaurant has the greatest hot cider concoction? Who serves the sexiest martini? If you’re looking for some yummy seasonal beverages, check out this list of simple yet stylish cocktails you can try out at your next gathering.
Posted 26 weeks 23 hours ago by Myscha Theriault
We’ve all been there at one time or another. Living in a not so glamorous place can be a choice, a necessity, or for some, an investment opportunity. If you’re currently residing in budget accommodations that are well, a bit dumpy, here is a list of affordable strategies you can put to work this weekend, no matter what your budget.
Posted 26 weeks 1 day ago by Philip Brewer
Have you ever eaten an egg from a chicken that lives outside, eating bugs and worms and grubs instead of just chicken feed? You notice the difference as soon as you crack the shell--it's twice as strong as a regular grocery store egg. The difference is visible, as well--the yokes are firmer and stand up better. I won't even bother trying to compare the taste in words--I'll just say, find a farmer who sells eggs from grass-fed chickens and eat some yourself.
Posted 27 weeks 1 day ago by Philip Brewer
Doing for yourself--cooking your own meals, making your own clothes, growing your own vegetables, playing your own music, baking your own bread--is sometimes justified on the grounds of being frugal. This often leads to an analysis as to just how frugal it really is. I don't think that analysis is very useful, primarily because doing for yourself is often a wise choice whether it's frugal or not.
Posted 27 weeks 5 days ago by Myscha Theriault
For many people, powdered milk is a dirty turn of phrase. Even if you can’t bring yourself to drink it as your beverage of choice, there are numerous ways to incorporate it into your cooking repertoire that will save you major bucks, especially with the holiday baking season coming on.
Posted 28 weeks 2 days ago by Myscha Theriault
I seem to be obsessed with the various uses for household gadgets lately, and safety pins are no exception. Following are several ideas, ranging from the practical to the unexpected.
Posted 28 weeks 2 days ago by Linsey Knerl
I’ll admit that my family is the “cobbling” kind of people. Our depression-era farm house was slapped together in a sturdy, but irregular fashion. So when it comes time to replace windows, doors, or other basic components, we try to do it as cheaply as possible. Last week I discovered ReStore (a project of Habitat for Humanity), and I will never shop for home improvements supplies the same way again!
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| Nora Dunn | 3 | 5 |
| Paul Michael | 10 | 21 |
| Philip Brewer | 12 | 66 |
| Xin Lu | 10 | 31 |
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