Have Fun Frugally

You don’t need to cut out entertainment completely in order to live a frugal life.  Below, I have listed some very inexpensive ways to save money and still have fun. * If you live in a city, just try walking around. In New York, I have found impromptu concerts by street musicians or just sat in the park and people watched. You’d be amazed how much fun you can have! * Instead ... READ MORE

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Frugal Recipes Using a Basic Baking Mix

Below I have listed several recipes that can be made with a basic baking mix.  Once you see how much you can do with this mix, you’ll never spend the money for prepared mixes again. Biscuits Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Combine 1 1/2 cups Master Baking Mix and 1/3 cup milk in a bowl. Add milk and stir. Knead lightly on floured board. Roll 1/2-inch thick; cut and place on ... READ MORE

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Frugal Pest Control

Ants Vinegar. Wash countertops, cabinets, and floor with equal parts vinegar and water to deter ant infestations. Flour and Borax. Mix 1 cup flour and 2 cups borax in a quart jar. Punch holes in the jar lid and sprinkle the contents around the house foundation. Keep borax out of the reach of children and pets. Bone meal or powdered charcoal or lemon. Set up barriers where ants are entering. They will generally ... READ MORE

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Is Being Frugal Worth It?

Frugality is simply the practice of looking for the less expensive alternatives. Frugality doesn’t have to mean being a scrooge or living without comfort.  Is it really worth the time and effort you put into things like homemade cleaners and clipping coupons?    Search the Sunday paper for coupons and clip them out. Make a list of things on sale that you can stock up on in order to get your average ... READ MORE

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The design of the new iPod video

The design of the new iPod video is similar to the previous editions, but it is thinner and has a slimmer build. The design was not surprising as it resembles a lot the others, but the new features and the improved once from the previous models were the ones who ensured the great success. The amazing feature is the dimension and the great capacities and features.       The new iPod video is ... READ MORE

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Being Paid to Shop

Always use items that are reusable rather than throw away. You’ll find that doing these little things like using real cups and plates instead of paper or plastic throw away, and recycling containers for storage or even to use in craft projects, you can save a lot of money. Each by itself may seem minor, but when put together they can amount to tremendous savings over time. Don’t buy it if ... READ MORE

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Frugal Indoor Kid’s Activities

Keep your kids busy indoors on cold or rainy days with the following inexpensive activities: * Mister Grass Head Materials Needed: nylon knee stocking, Grass Seeds, Potting Soil, Baby Food Jar, Wiggle Eyes or glass paint/markers Using hosiery, place some grass seeds in the toe.  The hosiery is the head and the excess will be placed in the baby food jar to soak up water. The toe of the hose is the head ... READ MORE

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Frugal Gifts for the Cook

Everybody has to cook.  Some love it and others just cook out of necessity.  It is very likely someone on your gift list belongs to the first category.   Below are two ideas for perfect gift baskets for the cooks on your list.  Don’t allow yourself to be limited by just these suggestions, use your creativity and throw in whatever seems suitable. Cook’s Basket: Fill a large stock pot or basket with ... READ MORE

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