With my low buy year in full swing I thought I’d take some time to write about how it’s going. My low buy update is that so far it’s going so good. I have been to the thrift store twice and only bought two things. A book (I know but it was $1) and a…
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How to get rid of cable and still get the shows you want and be able to dvr the commercials away
We’ve been known to cut the cord when times are tough. Well my friends, times right now are very tough for us. We will be fine but we are tightening our budget everywhere we can. We started out looking at getting rid of Youtube Tv as it’s $90/month and when we started it was like…
How to start saving money in your pantry! These tips save me $2237 per year.
With the price of everything set to continue going up this year, I’m looking for all the ways to save money. If I can save money on food then that is what I’m going to do. Here’s how I plan on saving money in my pantry. I’m making my own mixes! If you buy brownie…
How to make your own cloth paper towels
I had asked my daughter in law to make me some cloth paper towels out of flannel for my birthday. She purchased a flannel shirt for herself and it was a bit too small so she set about to making my flannel cloth paper towels. She basically cut them into a square and then she…
How to Change Your Habits to Become an Underconsumer: A Practical Guide
What you need to know to be an underconsumer. In a world where consumerism is often equated with success and happiness, adopting a lifestyle of underconsumption can seem counterintuitive. However, shifting towards underconsumption—characterized by intentional spending, minimizing waste, and prioritizing essential needs—can lead to a more fulfilling and sustainable life. If you’re interested in making…
Top 15 items to buy at Aldi based on price
Discovering Value: Top 15 Items to Buy at Aldi Based on Price I have to admit I didn’t use to like shopping at Aldi, but I had to because their prices were so good. I wanted to shop somewhere else. But Aldi has wormed it’s way into my heart where it’s almost the only place…
15 Things to Stop Buying in 2024 for a More Eco-Friendly Lifestyle
15 Things to Stop Buying in 2024 for a More Eco-Friendly Lifestyle In our quest for a more sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle, it’s crucial to reevaluate our consumption habits regularly. As we step into 2024, here are 15 things to consider stopping buying to reduce waste, minimize environmental impact, and save money in the process….
Eco-Friendly Living on a Budget: Practical Tips for Sustainable Living
Eco-Friendly Living on a Budget: Practical Tips for Sustainable Living In today’s world, there’s a growing awareness of the importance of adopting eco-friendly practices to protect our environment. However, many people believe that sustainable living comes with a hefty price tag and that is simply not true. The good news is that you can embrace…
Reusable swaps to help you stay on track
I’m always trying to think of ways to be more sustainable. I’m not zero waste and never claimed to be but there are ways you can do things that have less effects on the environment. For instance, when we are running the water to warm up for the shower we keep a bucket in there…
5 tips to help give you the best mani/pedi at home
The inflation that is here is so unbelievably costly. I mean I used to spend $150/week for groceries for my family of 3 and now I’m spending over $200 each and every week. I know that’s probably cheap for some of you but we were a family of 5 so we were so excited when…
5 Ways I’m saving money right now with this inflation
Being frugal is something I have always done. But now a days we have no choice but to be frugal. You see, my dear husband just quit his job after 32 years…rightly so and I couldn’t be happier that he is done with that job. And we are now relying on just my income. So…
Kitchen Grocery List Free Printable
Are you a planner? Do you love to plan out all your weekly meals and snacks? Do you then also love to plan your trips to the grocery stores? I have a cute planner for you to use that is no cost to you! Check it out below! I just love how it’s broken down…
Fun (and cheap!) Ideas For Spring Break With Teens
The air is finally getting warmer, the sun is out longer, and we can see the home stretch of the end of the school year. That can only mean one thing, spring is finally here! After a LONG winter, we are all ready for some sunshine, and some fun! Spring Break is always a time…
The 7 Best places to buy vinyl (and the 3 worst)
The 7 Best places to buy vinyl (and the 3 worst) If there is one thing I have learned since getting my cutting machine, it’s how many places have vinyl for you to buy. Craft stores, big box stores, countless websites, and even a local vacuum repair place (yes, really!). At first it was very confusing…
