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Sometimes Odd But New Uses for Old Stuff

There is a certain addiction in our household. I can almost say it is a competition sometimes. We all enjoy discovering new uses for items that are used for something else entirely. The stranger the use the better, though we all agree it must be practical too. I have written articles about lots of the things we reuse often, however I plan to write some new ones too. In honor of the new articles that are coming, I thought I would recap my favorite reusable items. A Clever and Very Frugal Way to Use Torn Panty Hose I am completely … Continue reading →

More Frugal Uses for Bricks

Bricks are one of those universal objects that have more uses than we are immediately aware of. First, they look gorgeous on a house, but there is so much more you can do with them. In Frugal Uses for Bricks, I gave you a couple of great ideas, and I am hoping this article will be filled with a few more that you might not have thought of. Organizer Caddy Those bricks that have the hollow centers work great as an organizer caddy. Paint them, apply some felt to the bottom to keep them from scratching the surface of where … Continue reading →

Frugal Uses for Bricks

You read that right, bricks – frugal uses for bricks. I chose to find uses for bricks based on two of my neighbors and their plentiful amount of leftover bricks from various projects that currently are sitting in their back yards. Bricks have a lot of great uses, including several that can seriously save you money. Bricks are also fairly inexpensive and often people are seriously wishing someone would just come and hall them away. Walkways Use them to create a path or walkway through your garden or in your front yard. Looks pretty and uses up those bricks. They … Continue reading →

Frugal Uses for Leftovers

Leftovers are a fact of life in most families. When you finish a meal, often there are things that can be claimed as leftovers. And I wouldn’t be surprised if there are even some food items that can be saved that you hadn’t even thought of before. This is the start of a new series on leftovers and ways to use them. I will cover everything from chicken and ham to noodles, steak and potatoes. Using leftovers to cook and create new meals, is a truly easy way to save money. That I can guarantee. I have almost become obsessed … Continue reading →

Frugal Uses For Club Soda

Club soda has many great uses beyond a delicious drink. It is also inexpensive and easy to find. Finding creative uses for products I have in my home regularly, is important to me. It helps me keep my frugal lifestyle and save money purchasing several separate products that can do the same thing. Cleaning Club soda can be used to help keep porcelain sinks and fixtures clean. Pour it right over the mess and use a paper towel to wipe it up. It cleans quickly and effectively. Also cleans counters, and other surfaces easily. Club soda can remove rust stains … Continue reading →

Frugal Uses for Shaving Cream

Shaving cream has so many uses, besides just leaving your legs silky and smooth. And it happens to be relatively inexpensive anyway. Do you have a stash of shaving cream that you need to find uses for? Well I’ve got some terrific frugal uses for shaving cream that are bound to surprise you, and leave your home smelling great at the same time. Kids Crafts Shaving cream can be used as finger paint for children. Just spray it right onto the table and let them have fun. Use it as is, or add a few drops of food coloring for … Continue reading →

More Frugal Uses for Vinegar

There are still loads of ways you can use vinegar around your house. I’ve already given you a bunch. I’m often asked, what’s the best type of vinegar to use. Well, I always use a white distilled vinegar. I’ve never tried anything else, so I have no idea what the other kinds would do. But I do know that a white distilled vinegar works wonders! Here are a few more of my favorite uses: Brass Polish Dissolve 1 teaspoon of salt in 1 cup of vinegar and stir in flour until it becomes a paste. Apply the paste to the … Continue reading →