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20 Things Not To Buy Used

April 26, 2013
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Consignment stores, garage sales, eBay and Craigslist are all great ways to save money, provided you know the things not to buy used. When it comes to these items, it’s not just a matter of aesthetics or hygiene — in many cases it’s a matter of safety, too. Baby and Kids’ Things Not To Buy [...]

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20 Uses For Old Sweaters

April 11, 2013
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Once you’ve finished spring cleaning your closet, you may find yourself wondering about uses for old sweaters. Sure, donating them is one option, but what about those sweaters that even your local charity wouldn’t want? Try these creative ideas and turn your old sweaters into creative, fun and frugal projects for your house. No-Sew Uses [...]

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Easter Eggs: Boiling, Naturally Dyeing and Using What’s Left

March 7, 2013
Boiling, naturally dying and using Easter Eggs from HousewifeHowTos.com

There are still three weeks to go, but now’s the time to start thinking about Easter eggs: boiling, naturally dyeing and using what’s left so your Easter Egg Hunt doesn’t ruin your household budget. Why such an early start? Well, for one thing, you don’t want to get caught paying premium prices for eggs in [...]

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5 Ways To Save Money Shopping Online

February 28, 2013
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Knowing how to save money shopping online helps stretch the family budget. Whether you’re buying groceries, baby items, clothing or even furniture, there are easy ways to save money shopping online with just a few extra clicks. No, I’m not talking about spending hours comparing prices and setting up complicated (and annoying) price drop alerts. [...]

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How To Use Bread Heels

February 15, 2013

Not long ago, a friend came over while I was cleaning out the freezer. Ordinarily, that’s not a chore I’d do in front of anyone, but she did come by unannounced, and I already had the contents of the freezer piled on my kitchen counter. She got a chuckle out of my bag of bread [...]

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Ten Quick Ideas For Valentine’s Day

February 1, 2013

Need some quick, affordable ideas for Valentine’s Day decoration? I know I do! While I do enjoy shopping for Valentine’s Day gifts and baking love-themed goodies, after the grand spectacle that is Christmas in our house, I get a bit lazy. Fortunately, I’ve learned a few speedy, inexpensive ways to make the house look festive [...]

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How To Substitute Common Cooking Ingredients

January 30, 2013

It’s been a busy day, the kids are driving you nuts, and you’ve got to come up with something for dinner. You rummage around in your pantry and fridge and… Oh, no! You’re out of onions (or tomato sauce or fresh herbs or one of any number of ingredients). Don’t chuck your plans — and [...]

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Recipe: Make Your Own Mrs. Dash, Season Salt, and Old Bay

January 14, 2013

As you’ve probably figured out by now, I don’t like buying things I can make myself for much less. It’s not just about the money; I also don’t like fake ingredients, unnecessary preservatives, and excess packaging. So, after learning to make homemade taco seasoning mix, I started looking through my cupboards for other frequently used [...]

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5 Ways To Save On Heating Costs This Winter

November 5, 2012

We had a long, brutal summer in Kansas. Even now that the daytime temperatures are bearable and the mornings are downright chilly, it’s still hard to believe winter will ever arrive. I’m mentally ready for it, that’s for sure. Hot flashes and hot summer days are NOT a fun mix. But my budget is dreading [...]

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