My Frugal Accomplishments This Past Week
My gel manicure that I got cheaply I had such a hectic day yesterday that I didn’t manage to write what should be my weekly post, where I write up my frugal accomplishments to keep me accountable, whether or not I have so many things to share. This is a week where, to he honest, […]
Everything You Should Know About Addiction Treatment on a Low Cost
If you or someone you love are struggling with addiction and want to get better, but cost is an impediment, here’s some important information about how you can get help at low cost and sometimes even for free! Beating any addiction requires determination. But, money is also required to pay for addiction treatment. Unfortunately, many […]
New Thermostat Technology
As a homeowner, I have more expenses than a renter, as well as more responsibility. But with that comes the benefit that I can invest in money saving technology. This post, sent in by a reader, offers some insight about how investing in good thermostat technology can help save you money. You may already know […]
Homemade Copycat Sprite Recipe — Easy, Frugal
I don’t usually get so ridiculously excited by a post, let alone a recipe, but then again, I don’t usually end up with something so perfect that it’s pretty much better than the original. So soda. I like it. My kids like it. But I rarely buy it, because I find it too overpriced. (Not […]
Frugal Thanksgiving Recipe Roundup — Mostly Gluten Free, Vegan, and Healthy
Thanksgiving is almost here! Some of you may have prepared your menu and did all your shopping already, while others of you more last minute types may not have your menu together yet. So for those of you who haven’t already prepared, I’ve put together a round up of Thanksgiving dinner type recipes from my […]
5 Ways to Keep Your Home Insect Free
Bugs are tolerable, in my opinion, but the second they’re in my house, they lose that tolerability. Here’s some ways to make sure your home remains insect free. There’s nothing worse than discovering that you have an infestation problem in your home. It can bring bacteria and diseases and can sometimes be very difficult to […]
Online Shopping, How it Saves Money, and Common Pitfalls to Avoid
Amazon just took off in my country. It’s practically exploding. People are getting so excited about it, because at least for now Amazon is offering free international shipping on many items if you spend over $49 on your total shipment. Facebook groups have sprung up left, right, and center, everyone sharing their deals that they […]
Try a Few Things Before You Call in a Professional for Boiler Repair
I strongly value DIYing things when possible, or at least doing what you can first, and if that doesn’t work, then calling in a professional. While I don’t have a boiler in my house (I have solar water heating and the system that goes along with that), these tips from a reader hopefully will be […]
Our Early Thanksgiving Dinner Menu — Gluten Free and Dairy Free
I don’t live in the USA, but I have very fond memories of Thanksgiving dinner with family and friends. Since moving abroad and marrying a non American, Thanksgiving sort of fell by the wayside other than one or two times. However, because of the nostalgia, I’ve wanted to have Thanksgiving dinner, if only just to […]
What should I buy my boyfriend for Christmas?
When it comes to gifting, there are different approaches. Some people feel the need to give gifts to everyone, no matter how much money they have available, and then do whatever they can to keep down the costs of those gifts, often giving generalized frugal gifts to everyone. Other people’s approach to gift giving is […]
