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7 Things You Should Borrow (Not Buy)

Americans just love to buy things. In a recent survey, six out of 10 Americans admitted that they’re ready to make purchases that they’ve put on hold during the past five years. If you’re one of these people, you might want to slow down and think about your spending for a few minutes. Owning things … Read more

Categories Budgeting, Cheap Thrills, Earth Friendly, Frugal Living, Home Decor

5 DIY Kid’s Projects Made With Recycled Materials

Are you ready to get creative? These five D.I.Y kid’s projects involve cutting, gluing, painting — all of those fun and messy things that kids and crafty moms enjoy! These five projects are all made with recycled materials like cereal boxes, newspapers, cardboard tubes, and pizza boxes.  1. Recycled Neighborhood Paint over cereal boxes, paper … Read more

Categories Earth Friendly, Family Fun, Frugal Living

DIY Potted Herb Garden: Save Money On Fresh Herbs

Do you love to cook with fresh herbs, but hate how expensive they can be? You don’t have to resort to cooking with dried herbs. Make your own potted herb garden; it is easy and a fun project for kids to join in on. Enjoy adding fresh basil, parsley, mint, rosemary and chives to your dishes, … Read more

Categories Budgeting, Earth Friendly, Family Fun, Frugal Living, Grocery, Home & Garden

How To Build Your Own Mini Greenhouse And Extend The Growing Season

Even a beginner can take these steps and use them to create a small container that can produce plants much longer than an uncovered crop could. Starting with a mini greenhouse is a great way to learn more about green house gardening. Mini green houses can be made with little cost out of recycled materials. … Read more

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8 Foods You Can Regrow from Kitchen Scraps

I don’t know about you, but I like knowing what is in my food–and what isn’t, namely that it has not been genetically altered or covered with chemicals between field and store before landing in my kitchen. Well, Mom and some of my friends regrow produce from kitchen scraps, and my niece brings home classroom … Read more

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8 Vegetables That Are Easy to Grow

My green thumb is lacking, but growing my own garden vegetables is a low-cost way to get fresh, nutritious foods into my family’s diet. That’s why I rely on planting vegetables that are easy to grow. These veggies produce abundantly even though I’m no expert gardener, and they keep our plates piled high with fresh … Read more

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8 Frugal Reasons to Start Bike Commuting Today

Since 2000, there has been a steady rise in the number of bicycle commuters across the United States. The movement is catching on, and you may have already seen your coworkers commuting by bicycles. This may leave you wondering if biking to work is worth its weight in gold. Check out these eight reasons why biking … Read more

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The Ultimate Guide to Giving Back to Your Community

As much as I’d like to solve all of the world’s problems, my wallet allows me to do only so much. What I can do is make a difference in my immediate community. I’ve learned that there are small acts of kindness and long-term undertakings that we each can do to make our communities better … Read more

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10 All-Natural DIY Makeup Recipes

Like most women, I enjoy wearing makeup every now and then. What I don’t enjoy is the cost; some of the most basic cosmetics cost as much as a new outfit. Being a history buff, I knew women made their own makeup for many years before the cosmetics industry became a thing. I wondered how … Read more

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The Ultimate Guide to Cleaning Your Home on a Budget

Most of the cleaning solutions we use at home are filled with harmful chemicals. It’s also not good to expose little ones to these chemicals, as most are poisonous especially when eaten or absorbed through the skin, Plus, these commercial products are expensive to boot. Do you want healthier alternatives are also easier on your budget? Grandma … Read more

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