When my husband asked me what I wanted for Christmas, I said a gym membership. I found a gym that had a monthly fee of $12.95, free daycare, and no long term commitments. I have really enjoyed the Pilates and yoga classes. I occasionally go to a zumba class, even though I am not entirelyRead More
How to Tie-Bleach a T-Shirt
Andrew was invited to a ’60’s party. The mom who invited us encouraged the kids to wear tie-dyed t-shirts. Andrew did not have a tie-dyed t-shirt or anything else in his wardrobe that would pass for ’60’s attire, so I looked for dye when I went grocery store. I could not find any dye at my localRead More
Review: Clearly Fresh Bags
I was contacted this summer by Clearly Fresh Bags and asked if I would like to review their Clearly Fresh 1 Gallon Re-Closable Zip Bags. I researched their bags online and was please with what I read. A package of ten 1 gallon bags sells for $3.99, most of the bag is recyleable, and theRead More
Repurposing a Water Bottle to Create a Vase
My intent in repurposing water bottles was not just to create a vase, but to create a childproof vase because this little guy will not stop picking my daffodils: Every time I open the back door Andrew shoots out and quickly returns with flowers for me. I made several attempts to redirect him early in daffodilRead More
Frugal Fun Tip: Turn a Kiddie Pool into a Sand Box with a Cover
My friend, Shana, often shares pictures of her adorable little boy, Blaze. In one of those pictures I saw what I thought was a brilliant, beyond brilliant idea and asked her to share it with you, as well as a little bit about herself. This last week here in GA we have had some beautifulRead More
4 Ways to Minimise Household Waste
Mrs. Green is guest posting today. In the picture to the left she is holding all of their household waste for the entire year of 2010! Mrs Green runs My Zero Waste which gives tips and advise on reducing household waste – find out how to reduce, reuse, recycle AND save money! I’m honoured toRead More
DIY Non-Slip Socks
I really think it was easier last year when I was on The compact and not buying anything new. I didn’t have to worry about comparison shopping to find the best deal – if Goodwill had it I did a little happy dance and if not, I did without. I also didn’t have to worryRead More
Washing a Scouring Pad in the Dishwasher
My husband likes to use a green scouring pad when he does the dishes. I am not the biggest fan of scouring pads because keeping them clean is troublesome. I don’t feel like I can get them completely clean when I hand wash them and when I put them in the washing machine they becomeRead More
Stretching the Budget Further While Buying Non-Consumer Gifts
Last year I announced that we were joining The Compact and not buying anything new for a year. My biggest worry was gift giving and it did prove to be the hardest part. I am just not as talented as Angela Barton at coming up with non-consumer gifts. I am going share my experiences onRead More
Green Gift Wrap Ideas, Bow Tutorial, and Tips for Making Gift Wrap Last
I was not going to repost last year’s post on gift wrapping, but every time I go on Facebook another friend is complaining about wrapping presents. They have expressed frustration over the cost, the waste, and the difficulty of wrapping presents (though alcohol may have been a factor in the last complaint because I detectedRead More
Attic Find Featured on Thrifty Threads
Earlier this year, I shared how we went shopping in the attic for my youngest son’s birthday. I also went shopping in the attic when I wanted to redecorate. I found some pictures that had been damaged in a move and then forgotten in the attic. I brought them down, repaired them and they areRead More
Minimizing Food Waste by Freezing and Frugal Glass Storage
My tomatoes are straggling in from the garden. I wanted to make salsa, but I didn’t have enough ripe tomatoes. So I left some sitting on the counter, along with the peppers, waiting for more tomatoes to ripen. Unfortunately, a couple tomatoes and one pepper went bad before I had enough tomatoes to make salsa.Read More
Repurposing Onion Bags
A few days ago my daughter asked for a scouring pad. I asked her why and she said she was going to clean the bathroom. I didn’t have a scouring pad, but I wasn’t about to let that stop my daughter from cleaning! I remembered that I had some mesh onion bags and decided toRead More
Using the Internet to Repair Appliances and Vehicles
Last night I watched the premiere of No Ordinary Family on ABC.com and I was reminded of how the internet came through for me when my super powers failed. Two summers ago while my husband was deployed our washing machine broke. Without thinking I tried using my super powers to find a solution. No, IRead More
Repurposing Banana Peels
I am participating in Food Waste Friday hosted by The Frugal Girl. Monitoring my food waste, and documenting it with a picture, keeps me accountable and motivates me to remain vigilant in my goal to minimize, if not eliminate, food waste in my household. We had a little bit of waste this week. I forgotRead More
Free From the Garden
I am participating in Food Waste Friday hosted by The Frugal Girl. Monitoring my food waste, and documenting it with a picture, keeps me accountable and motivates me to remain vigilant in my goal to minimize, if not eliminate, food waste in my household. I haven’t participate in Food Waste Friday in a while becauseRead More
How to Remove Permanent Marker from Wood
Permanent Marker Can be Removed with an Eraser! Don’t Believe me? I didn’t think you would, so I took pictures. On Saturday a permanent marker that had been left out in the sun leaked onto a table. A neighbor, who had stopped by and viewed what happened said, “You can’t wash it off, but youRead More
Using Vinegar on Mildewed Towels
This is a reprint of a previously published post. It seems appropriate to share it today as we are headed off to the lake and I may be using this tip soon. It is summer and in our house that means mildew. Somebody forgets a wet towel in a hot car or bunches it upRead More
Frugal Family Fun
This morning when I woke up, I found that my husband had made all of the preparations for a family hike. We spent the late morning/early afternoon enjoying a pleasant hike around the Mount Rose Meadows. My kids were exhausted when we came home, so the teens and I watched the last episode of EurekaRead More
Proud Renter or Why Renting Works For Me
So often I hear people almost apologize as they admit they are renters. Perhaps that is because they know most people hear the word renter and visualize this:I refuse to apologize; I am a proud renter! But perhaps that is because I know rentals can look like this:If we bought our house when we movedRead More
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