If you know me, you probably know that I love my food vacuum sealer (my favorite is the FoodSaver). These are great for keeping foods super fresh in the freezer for way longer than traditional zipper bags. And since buying in bulk in generally the way to save the most on meats and produce, having […]
There are some kitchen appliances that are necessary (or at least super helpful) to a functioning kitchen, but there are some that simply take up space (and cost money you don’t necessarily need to spend). Here’s a list of kitchen appliances you don’t need and can probably do without. Kitchen Appliances You Don’t Need: 1. […]
Over the last 8 years I have met so many people trying to save money and a good majority of those folks are also trying to eat healthier. Many end up frustrated that they can’t save on organic products the way they can on traditional items and give up on coupons and deals all together. […]
If you’re in the market for a new crib, I’ve found a beautiful classic look from Restoration Hardware. Even better, I’ve found the look for less. Especially after you look at the expense of shipping, the frugal Wayfair option is the way to go. Frugal: Wayfair Abigail Convertible Crib ($399 + Free Shipping) More Frugal: […]
So many of us in the past few years have moved to high deductible health insurance plans. For my family of 7 it’s the only affordable option. A true high deductible plan (meaning you have to pay everything until you reach the deductible) has one large perk that many people over look. You may find that […]
A simple gift that is fun to make and fun to use is DIY Lip Balm. You can get as fancy as you want with this, or go simple. Either way, you have an organic gift that actually makes a number of gifts in a short time. Once you grab the ingredients you are set […]
Today’s DIY gifts idea is a super simple rope trivet. All you need is a few materials and about 15-20 minutes to make this beautiful and functional gift. This one’s so simple you could even get your kids involved in making it! Materials -Scissors -Glue (I used a hot glue gun, not good for kids) […]
The other night I found myself in a dilemma. I had just packed the dishwasher full of dirty dishes when I reached for the box of dishwasher tabs only to discover that the box was empty. I wasn’t going to undo that delicate, puzzle-like arrangement of dishes to do them by hand, but I really […]
It’s time for our DietBet to start! Are you ready to start your way towards a healthier lifestyle? If you’re like me, you’ve already started and you need a little push to keep you going. So far the community is already supportive, and as a frugal-minded person, the $30 is the motivation I need. I don’t look […]
