As usual, the Frugal Blog has been packed with all sorts of frugal ideas. I love discovering new ways of saving money. Of course, sometimes we can go too far, can’t we? I would love to hear all of your favorite ways to save money. Hmm, that sounds like a good excuse for a contest to come here soon. You heard it first!
And now, here is a review of all of last week’s frugal articles.
February 11th
Frugal Living Week in Review: February 4th Through February 10th
From storing apples and using alternatives to expensive “green bags” to saving money at work, this past week has some very interesting articles.
Three Frugal Ways to Remove Soap Scum
Bam, Pow, Wham! Don’t buy expensive soap scum cleaners when you have three frugal options that will do the job for a lot less.
A while back, I wrote all about the frugal art of darning socks. It is really a very easy process, one that can be done while watching television, talking on the phone, or as I sometimes do it, while supervising the kids in the bathtub.
February 12th
Got moths? Even if you don’t see the moths flying around, you know that you have them when you find holes in your clothes or their eggs. Yuck. Moths may be in your home even in the winter, since your home is heated. They need food and shelter and may just be taking advantage of your hospitality.
Although it sounds like something you might find at a futuristic movie, chances are that you have one in your house. In fact, you probably have more than one. Some folks have an entire invasion. What is the uni-tool and how is it costing you money? Read the following article to find out.
Don’t you hate it when everything clings to you in the winter? Whether it is your skirt or pants sticking to your legs, or your hair plastered to your head or hat, static cling is a nuisance.
February 13th
Frozen whipped dairy or non-diary products, such as Cool-Whip frozen topping can be a convenient way to add the right flourish to a desert. You can also use the Cool Whip in recipes to make mouses, pies and more. But we never buy the stuff. Instead, we make our own, which is not only much less expensive, but it is also without all of the chemicals you will find in those traditional frozen concoctions.
Beef may be what’s for dinner, but it is also what takes a big bite out of your grocery budget. With the price of gas going up, and the recent beef contamination scares, buying beef today is almost like buying caviar. Okay, it is not that bad, but it isn’t that good, either.
Make Your Own Sweetened Condensed Milk
Want a frugal substitute for a can of sweetened, condensed milk. This home made version will save you some pennies and prevent you from having to run to the store to stock up. As an added bonus, you can make only the amount that you need so that there is no waste. This is another savings right there.
February 14th
Did you know that certain sugar can cost twice as much but be basically the same thing? No, I’m not talking about raw sugar or exotic gourmet sugar, I am just talking about the stuff that you would normally find in the grocery store.
Even a casual coupon person can shave 15 percent off of their grocery bill without hardly trying. Real coupon geniuses can save 50 percent or more. Here are some tips to help you get the most out of those coupons.
Did you know that you can save up to 100 percent on food just by being a little late? It is true. The old saying that the early bird catches the worm might not be true in all cases. Sometimes the late worm can get some great bargains.
February 15th
Did you have a good Valentines Day? I hope you enjoyed it. Now, after all of the flowers, candy and jewelry has been given and received, you may find yourself with a flurry of leftover tissue paper. Don’t throw it out! Here are some great frugal uses for that tissue paper.
February 16th
I was talking with a checkout woman the other day while I was at the grocery store. One of the things she told me is that she can always spot someone who hasn’t eaten lunch or dinner. I thought she meant that the shopper would have some take out stuff from the deli counter. But no, she said the hungry shoppers always spend more.
Grocery Gift Cards Can Save You Money
Here is a quick idea that can help you stick to the tightest of budgets, especially when it comes to saving money on groceries.
Same Store, Different Neighborhood
When you see sales from one particular chain store, such as Acme, Shoprite or Krogers, do you assume that all of the prices are in same no matter which location you choose? You should think again. Just shopping on neighborhood over can save you as much as 10 percent on your grocery bill, even before clipping coupons!
February 17th
Spend More on Groceries to Save Money
A lot of us frugally-minded people can become obsessed with saving money, especially when it comes to buying groceries. Sometimes spending a little more money on groceries can actually save money. This came up a bit yesterday, when we went with some friends to a specialty shop in Lancaster, Pa.