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Home Blog Month in Review: October

As I sit here looking out my window at the backyard, the birds are hovering in the pine tree against a strong wind and steady rain. The temperature is chilly today, and the calendar reminds me that we have left October behind. October 1st Buy a Home for $1.75 It seems that the housing crisis has made some interesting news lately. Home Month in Review: September 2008 Has the weather turned cooler now that September has passed? Pretty soon, it will be time to get that heat turned back on! Meanwhile, check out all of the articles that were posted … Continue reading →

Frugal Month in Review: October 2008

“Delicious autumn! My very soul is wedded to it, and if I were a bird I would fly about the earth seeking the successive autumns.” – George Eliot October has come and gone, but we can still enjoy fall and the celebration of Thanksgiving and all of the great joys of the season. Take a look back at all of the ways to save money that were featured last month. October 1st Frugal Halloween Costumes It is fall and Halloween is approaching fast, are you ready? What do the kids want to be? You can make some great homemade costumes … Continue reading →

Scrapbooking Week in Review for January 28-February 4, 2008

I hope after the seemingly endless hustle and bustle of the holiday season, things are finally settling down for you. Hopefully you are able to steal away a few moments here and there to work on your layouts and get organized. Perhaps you could even learn some new techniques and try out some new products. What’s been going on around here lately? Let’s find out. Designing With Stamps On Your Scrapbook Layouts Have you ever found that you don’t have the right embellishment for a page, or perhaps your background isn’t to your liking? Maybe you have an idea in … Continue reading →

Cold Weather Comfort

Just because you are following a frugal lifestyle doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the cooler weather. And of course, the holidays are coming up. The frugal living blog has had some great ideas for enjoying this time of year. From keeping warm to having fun, here are some of the best articles for cold weather comfort. Frugal Food: Make Your Own Hot Chocolate Mix Last week the weather hit an unexpected cold spell and we all had the chills. it was just one of those cold dreary days. The kids were whiny and the adults were grumpy. I thought that … Continue reading →

Charity Giving

‘Tis the season for charity giving…. Fa, la la la la… Whatever your religion, the holidays are the time of year that charities receive the most donations. These months can truly make or break their budgets. Whether they are a good charity or bad, the fundraising department is on high gear during this time. Donating is a necessary part of a healthy society, but how do you know who should receive a piece of your limited budget? There are a few key points to remember before you hand over your holiday donation. 1. If the donation is to someone in … Continue reading →

Frugal Living Week in Review: July 23rd Through July 29th

We’ve covered a wide range of money saving subjects and frugal ideas this week. From summer travel to organizing your pantry, you’re sure to find some practical tips that will have you saving money right away! Missed an article or two or want to review? No problem. Here is your frugal living week in review for July 23rd through July 29th. July 23rd Find Your Reuse Inspiration I love it when I come across ideas for reusing unusual things. For example, this summer, I posted an article about reusing inflatable toys. I think it is so inspiring when these types … Continue reading →

Creative Celebrations: Home School Activities for July

Everyone knows that July 4th is American Independence Day, but did you know that the whole month of July is National Blueberry Month? Or that National Ice Cream Day is July 15th? It’s fun to add a little spice to your curriculum and daily routine by celebrating unusual events and holidays; and thus begins my Monthly Activity Calendar Blog. Peruse through to find interesting facts, unusual holidays to celebrate and even better: ideas, links and activities to go with these special days! July is National Blueberry Month!! Surely if blueberries get a whole month just to themselves they are worthy … Continue reading →