Frugal Living, Saving Money, Promoting Thrift
and Happy Homes

Frugal Recipes - Pistachio Chicken Recipe by Angela Frye

A fantastic recipe for a big gathering of friends or a simple night in with the family, this Pistachio Chicken will have your mouth watering and those eating it thanking you! Take a look and give it a shot. You won't be disappointed.

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Frugal Decorating - Affordable Ways to Update a Bathroom by Jessica Ackerman

It is very odd to note that one of the smallest rooms in your home can also be one of the most expensive to update. Finding affordable ways to update a bathroom can save you hundreds of dollars easily, and thousands in some cases, depending on the look you are hoping to accomplish.

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Frugal Decorating - How to Find a Great Deal on a Mattress By Veronica Smith

Shopping for a new mattress sounds like an easy task. Simply walk into a mattress wholesale store or outlet, pick the right size, and you are done. Right? Wrong. If you are not careful, you will pay much more than you really have to for a high quality mattress.

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Frugal Frugal Tips - Budget Decorating with Carpet Remnants, by Alyssa Davis

Carpeting can be one of the more expensive choices for flooring, especially for high-end brand names and textures. However, you can still get high quality carpeting for any room, even on a budget, by using carpet remnants for your flooring needs.

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Self Sustenance - Basics of Raising Chickens By Seymour Hodge

Raising chickens can be a rewarding and cost effective hobby. The money you'll save on eggs, meat, and even garden fertilizer makes raising chickens have quite a lot of economical sense.

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Frugal Living - Pamper Yourself For Five Dollars of Less, by Amanda Wilson

Just because you are on a budget doesn't mean that you can't pamper yourself. Over the years I've personally scouted out the best $5.00 deals possible in order to treat myself to something nice during tough times.

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Frugal Living - Your Financial Fitness, by Amanda Wilson

In our lives times of change and adjustment can bring us to thoughts of the future, putting our focus on the .what if's. of life. Finances engulf a vast majority of our thoughts while controlling how we respond to many situations.

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Frugal Living - Money For Moms By Amanda Wilson

When things get tough you may find yourself needing more help than ever. Single moms have enough on their plate as it is without the added stress of financial stresses. In today's society we live life at 100 miles per hour; between work, day care expenses, mealtimes, homework and play dates its hard enough just focusing on the little things.

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Home Remodeling - Creating a Budget for Redecorating a Teen's Room, by Alyssa Davis

As your child enters his or her teens, having a bedroom that is personalized to suit his or her tastes becomes more important. While younger kids may be content with a decorating style you choose for their room, teens want to express their individuality through their room decor.

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Decorating on a Budget - How to Figure out Your Remodeling Budget By Jessica Ackerman

Whether you wish to remodel your kitchen, bathroom, or second level of your home, you probably have been visualizing the new look for some time. The first step to making your remodeling dream a reality is to come up with a budget.

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Frugal Living - Living Within a Decorating Budget by Jessica Ackerman

If you enjoy having new and different looks for your home, living within a decorating budget might seem almost impossible. Although it can be a challenge, having a budget can help you make smart choices about your purchases. You will also feel better about saving for other expenses in life, as you find alternative ways to get new looks for a lower price tag.

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Frugal Living - 5 Tips for Frugal Entertaining Without Sacrificing Food Quality, by Liz Krause

There are various reasons why people choose to take on a more frugal lifestyle. One reason may be due to the economy, or perhaps it has to do with building up a savings account for a large purchase like a new home or car.

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Frugal Living - 6 Frugal yet Impressive Gifts from Homemade Gelato to the Gift of Time by Liz Krause

Giving gifts is not always an issue for everyone, but for those who are looking for ways to cut back on expenses, it is easy to stop the gift giving all together and just rely on delivering a thoughtful card.

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Frugal Recipes - Chicken and Dumplings Recipe By Angela Frye

If you're interested in a delicious, relatively hassle-free recipe that delivers in taste and cost-effectiveness, give this one a shot! You won't be disappointed.

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Frugal Health - Fitness on a Budget By Saymour Hodge

It can seem hard to stay physically fit when you don't have money for gym memberships, in-home workout equipment, yoga classes, or a personal trainer. However, those on a tight budget will be happy to hear that you do not need any of those things in order to be in great shape and have the body you desire.

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Budgeting - Is It Worth It? By Pam McClary

One reason why personal debt is so rampant in our society is that only rarely do any of us stop to ask, "is it worth it?" before making a purchase. Try to think of a dollar as a vote.

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Frugal Budget - Budget Decorating Ideas For The Great Room By Jessica Ackerman

Budget decorating offers more challenges, but those who are hooked on it capture a lot of happy memories. Are you in need of a few ideas for decorating your great room cheaply and stylishly?

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Frugal Budget - 10 Steps to Creating a Reasonable Home Remodeling Budget By Alyssa Davis

When getting ready to work on a home remodeling project, one of the first things you need to do is set an affordable budget for the project. This is important so that you don't overspend, and also so that you have some guidance regarding reasonable costs for materials or labor needed for your project. By following some simple steps...

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Frugal Budget - Stretching Your Decorating Dollars at Flea Markets and Discount Stores By Alyssa Davis

When decorating your home, it's important to keep your household budget in mind. There are many ways you can save money, as well as create a unique one-of-a-kind look, by shopping for decorating items and ideas at flea markets and discount stores.

 

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Frugal Footnotes   

                                  Winter 2010                                                       

Seasonal Sales -  Clearance on winter clothes; coats, boots, shoes, purses,
and other seasonal items.  Continued clearance on Holiday items and toys.
January White Sales - linens, towels, bedding, etc.

Seasonal Articles - 1 Step Program in Achieving Your New Year's Resolutions
A Dozen Ways to Pay Off Those Credit Cards in the New Year 
Jump Start Your New Year with 7 Smart Habits  A New Year, a New Beginning

Food -   Potato Pancakes   Crockpot Corned Beef and Cabbage   Microwave Meatloaf
Chicken Enchilada Casserole    How to Make a Delicious German Crumble Cake   Chocolate Chews   Fun Winter Cookie Pops


Winter  Produce  -   apples, artichokes, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, onions, oranges, pears, potatoes, squash

Frugal Inspiration - " Resolve to make at least one person happy every day,  and then in ten years you may
have made three thousand, six hundred and fifty persons happy, or brightened a small town by your
contribution to the fund of  general enjoyment."   Sydney Smith