A kitchen that operates with frugality in mind is a great way to keep your household expenses down while creating some fantastic meals. To run a frugal kitchen, there are a few items you want to keep on hand. By keeping these 7 things every frugal kitchen should have in stock, you’ll be more successful at keeping your meal costs down on a regular basis. Here is what you need to know to get started. 7 Things Every Frugal Kitchen Should Have 1. A basic crockpot. My #1 thing that every frugal kitchen should have is a crockpot slow cooker! One… [Read More]
14 Things To Make Using Fresh Mint
Mint is one of the easiest plants to grow, and packs some of the biggest benefits. For example, this sweet smelling herb freshens breath and acts as a deterrent for mice. It can also be used fresh from the garden in many different recipes and DIYs. I’ve collected 14 Things to Make Using Fresh Mint, because I have so much of it growing in a container! I have to find a way to use it all! If you don’t grow it, you can usually buy fresh mint leaves in most grocery stores (by the prepackaged salad or in the produce section)… [Read More]
3 Budgeting Styles – Which Budget Is Best For You?
Let’s be honest; if we could all have an unlimited amount of money, budgeting would probably be much easier for most of us! However, since only a small percentage of the population has that much money, budgeting is pretty much a necessity for everyone. Although most people must have a budgeting system, not all budgeting methods are a one size fits all type of strategy. When it comes to how to actually make a budget for your household, you have to find the personal budgeting technique that works for YOU! Did you know that there’s more than one way to make… [Read More]
50 Things You Can Do To Save Money On Groceries
Whether you have a big family or small, saving money on groceries is important to most people. Especially when you need to cut back on expenses (for whatever reasons). Here are my top 50 tips to save money on groceries when you’re shopping with a budget. Implement one of these savings tips a week and you will definitely save a large amount of money on your groceries! Groceries are the one area where we have the most control as far as spending goes! I use many of these tips to save money on our grocery bill and I hope they help you too. 50… [Read More]
Fall Cleaning Checklist & Free Printable
Fall cleaning checklist? I know everyone is always talking about spring cleaning. But since I’m a gardener I’ve always been more partial to fall cleaning than spring cleaning. Since in spring I’m usually busy getting my garden ready! Plus I like knowing that I’m going into the holidays with my home clean, tidy, and ready for guests. So before you start putting out your fall decor items and getting your home nice and cozy for the cooler weather ahead, give your home a deep clean with this fall cleaning checklist. A printable version is available for your convenience at the… [Read More]
15 DIY Fall Dollar Store Home Decor Projects
Fall is probably the perfect time for crafting. The colors are inspiring, the cooler temperatures are energizing, and the overall feeling of change just leads to decorating and fluffing the nest! And while the thought of that can be overwhelming and expensive, you can usually pack a big punch with just a smallish craft or home decor project, like any of these amazing 15 DIY Fall Dollar Store Home Decor Projects that we’ve collected for you! These are a great way to decorate on a dime! From some really simple spray painting projects to some really fun wreaths, there are lots… [Read More]
17 Brilliant Garage Organization Ideas
Everyone loves an organized home, but what about the garage? It’s the space you see every day when coming and going for the day. Not to mention that it’s a valuable space as far as providing storage. So you definitely want the space set up so that it’s easy to find things. I personally hate it when I can’t find the rake or shovel I need, and don’t get me started on looking for a hammer and nails! Get your garage in shape with these brilliant garage organization ideas that I’ve collected. Using these should make going into your garage… [Read More]
Vintage Skills Frugal Homemakers Still Need
Once upon a time homemaking was all about “Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without.” Back in those days homemakers needed to have a very extensive skill set in order for their homes to run smoothly and their families to thrive. Yes, our lives have become quite a bit easier with innovation and technology (I’m happy to have a washing machine and vacuum), but old-fashioned homemaking skills are still important in maintaining a frugal home. Regardless of technology and the busy lives that have accompanied it, let’s bring back some of the old ways. There are some… [Read More]
