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My Frugal Kitchen VLOG #2 – Making Dried Apples and Applesauce
Hi friends! I was able to post a new My Frugal Kitchen VLOG this week over on my YouTube channel. I think I'm really going to enjoy making videos like these because they keep me accountable to get … Read More...
My Frugal Kitchen VLOG #1: Freezing Peppers and Making Broth
Hey friends! I haven't been as consistent with blogging lately as I'm taking a break from my regular "crank out a post every Monday" schedule, but I've been continuing to upload new videos to … Read More...
6 Reasons You Should Cook From Scratch
I'm a huge advocate of cooking from scratch for the many reasons that you'll read below, but I'm not here to make anyone feel guilty. I know life gets busy. I know sometimes it's just better to eat … Read More...
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As many of you know we purchased a fixer-upper last year and completely remodeled the inside. It totally consumed us and we had little time/money leftover for the outside. Now that spring is here … Read More...
15 Products that I Make at Home or Simply Go Without
In our consumer culture, we have the ability to buy a plethora of convenience items, but does that mean that we should? Being able to go without some things or make your own versions at home will … Read More...
10 Ways to Reduce Food Waste
© WavebreakMediaMicro / Dollar Photo Club Americans waste a staggering 1/3 of their food. That's like purchasing six bags of groceries and leaving two in the parking lot to go to waste. … Read More...
15 Ways Going Green Saves You Money
OZMedia ® / Dollar Photo Club Most of us want to do our part in making the world a cleaner, greener place for the next generation. However there is a misconception that "going green" is … Read More...
25 Ways to Cook with Beans
© stevecuk / Dollar Photo Club Did you know that I love to cook with beans?? Not only are they one of the most frugal sources of protein, but they're also filled with fiber and nutrients. … Read More...
20 Creative Ways to Use Kitchen Scraps
® highwaystarz / Dollar Photo Club Did you know that Americans throw away an estimated 30-40 percent of their food each year? That equals more than 20 lbs of food per person per month. … Read More...
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© arinahabich / Dollar Photo Club Buying healthy food can be expensive if you're purchasing a lot of out-of-season, exotic or convenience items. However, if you have a list of inexpensive … Read More...
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As 2015 comes to a close, I can tell you one thing for sure, my readers LOVE frugal living tips, especially if they have an old-fashioned spin on them. My top post for the year was by … Read More...
7 Ways to Make Money Using Your Smartphone
© michaeljung / Dollar Photo Club This post contains affiliate links. See our Disclosure Policy for more information. I love finding new ways to bring in a little extra money each month … Read More...
Personalized Gifts on a Budget – CYBER MONDAY DEAL!!
This post contains affiliate links. See our Disclosure Policy for more information. I absolutely LOVE giving personalized gifts, but sometimes they can be pricey which is why one of my … Read More...
Frugal Things I Did Last Month – September 2015
Contains affiliate links. See disclosure policy for more information. Join me here each month as I share some of the ways I saved money in hopes of inspiring your frugal … Read More...
How to Preserve Pumpkins for Décor or Storage
We recently moved to the country, which means my garden almost tripled in size. Gardening is a passion of mine and I love growing all kinds of new things. I knew I wanted to grow pumpkins this year … Read More...
How to Use Your Freezer to Save Money
© Sergey Chayko / Dollar Photo Club With all of the freezer recipes that I share here, it's no secret how much I LOVE my freezer. I use it on a daily basis (almost as much as my slow … Read More...
How to Meal Plan on a Tight Budget + FREE WEEKLY MEAL PLAN PRINTABLE
© BillionPhotos.com / Dollar Photo Club Contains affiliate links. See disclosure policy for more information. One of the best ways to save money on your grocery bill is to plan your … Read More...
Frugal Things I Did Last Month – August 2015
I found some great deals this month on books, clothes and meat. Check out the list below for all of the details. Bought Used Magazines I kind of have a magazine obsession. I … Read More...
Frugal Lessons From The Amish Lifestyle
© hemantha_sl / Dollar Photo Club This posts contains affiliate links. See our disclosure policy for more information. Frugal Lessons From the Amish Lifestyle The Amish aren't writing books … Read More...