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From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogAugust 9, 2020 at 1:02 am ET
It's hard to believe how many items you can make yourself. While some make-it-yourself projects can be complex, most are quick and painless. Try a few and you might never go back to your ready-made ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogAugust 8, 2020 at 12:31 am ET
I'm often asked how to reuse baby-food jars. I make homemade baby food, so I never have an abundance of jars, but I do agree that it's a shame to simply toss them. Baby food ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogAugust 7, 2020 at 5:09 pm ET
Some recipes are so good that you want to keep them a secret. Maybe you or someone you know makes the absolute best desserts. There's never any extra, and they're lick-the-bowl delicious. They can work ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogAugust 4, 2020 at 10:54 pm ET
DEAR SARA: I have a son in full-day school (snack and lunch needed) and one son in morning preschool (only snack needed). Both are in a peanut-free schools. I just found out that they can't ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogAugust 3, 2020 at 10:05 pm ET
Many people practice frugality and don't realize it. It's just a way of life. Some tips are practical, while others seem extreme or too time-consuming. ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogAugust 3, 2020 at 1:01 am ET
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I was once interviewed and featured in an article in the Saginaw (Mich.) News. One section of the article, written by reporter Cathy Heng, states, “As editor, she works on the simplicity site ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogAugust 1, 2020 at 3:58 am ET
Many parents are concerned with how to launder their baby’s clothing so they can fight stains but not irritate their baby’s skin. Some baby laundry detergents claim to be gentle on skin, but they might ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 30, 2020 at 3:55 am ET
Cool treats are one of the highlights of summer. With fresh fruit coming into season throughout the summer, each month can offer something new and refreshing. Set aside the high-calorie ice cream, and have your ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 28, 2020 at 4:53 pm ET
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DEAR SARA: We purchased a new camper this year and have been camping twice with it. Fun! However, we are climbing over our clothes and different items every time we go in ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 27, 2020 at 4:54 pm ET
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My kids go through a ton of frozen juice pops during summer. Sometimes I buy them, and other times I make my own. I really like the first tip that uses silicone muffin ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 26, 2020 at 12:41 am ET
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Part of being frugal is finding ways to use things that most people would throw away. Not only are you less wasteful; you end up saving money by not buying new products that ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 25, 2020 at 9:51 pm ET
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Every little thing, everywhere you look, is going up in price. Have you prepared your family for the fact that this year could be different from last year? Maybe you’ve broken the bad ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 21, 2020 at 2:49 am ET
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DEAR SARA: We buy Super Pretzels in bulk. Each box comes with a huge cinnamon/sugar pack that we never use on our pretzels. Now I have about three pounds of it and no ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 20, 2020 at 2:35 am ET
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Our yard gets a lot of mosquitoes. The city sprays to control them, but it’s a losing battle when we get heavy rain. I burn citronella candles to combat them so family ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 19, 2020 at 2:23 am ET
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Cloth versus paper: Which do you use for napkins and cleaning towels? It’s common for newly frugal people to question whether they should switch from paper to cloth. For some people, it’s an ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 18, 2020 at 7:56 pm ET
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It’s summer, and I’m surrounded by people going on vacation. I’m receiving automated e-mail replies that tell me so. My community forums are filled with members going on cruises, camping, cross-country trips and ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 17, 2020 at 4:14 pm ET
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The following cakes are quick to mix and perfect for covering all types of summer entertaining. They’re not sickeningly sweet, and all are fail-proof. Whether you’re baking for a friend swinging by for ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 14, 2020 at 3:11 pm ET
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DEAR SARA: I had a recipe for a plant spray that was comprised of garlic, water and maybe soap or vinegar. I can’t find it. It was very effective and kept the ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 13, 2020 at 3:01 pm ET
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In my house, my husband is the master jar and bottle opener. Sometimes, I don’t even have a chance to try to open one. If he sees a jar on the counter ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 11, 2020 at 2:29 pm ET
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We were at the park, and a young boy played with my kids for over an hour. I kept looking for any sign of a parent. He was alone. Within minutes, I knew ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 11, 2020 at 2:06 pm ET
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You can’t always get what you want. Sometimes you have to make do and be flexible. If you’re cooking and suddenly realize that you’re out of an ingredient, it might be ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 10, 2020 at 2:14 am ET
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Yogurt is refreshing for all seasons. When it goes on sale, you might tend to buy more than usual. The small cups sometimes get shoved to the back of the fridge. Next ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 7, 2020 at 12:40 am ET
DEAR SARA: I’m wondering how much of a stockpile you have on hand. For how long do you think you could feed your family? — Sherri, West Virginia
DEAR SHERRI: I don’t stock up like ... ( more)
From Frugal Village - view blog entries - visit this blogJuly 6, 2020 at 7:15 pm ET
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The first tip I’m sharing is a new one for me. I usually let my frozen fruit thaw in the bag, or I use it frozen. I hope there’s a new one today ... ( more)
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