When I was growing up, my parents were avid gardeners. They grew tomatoes, rows of sweet corn, radishes, rhubarb, and all sorts of other things which would get frozen, canned or simply eaten up at the end of the growing season. Even today, Dad can … [Read more...]
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Extreme Couponing’s Hidden Costs: Spaving Gone Wild
Extreme Couponing Hidden Costs The TLC show Extreme Couponing can be impressive for the first time-viewer. Who wouldn't want to scoop up carts full of groceries for only a few bucks, or better yet - have the store PAY you to take it home with … [Read more...]
Let’s Talk Frugal Gardening
As a frugal gardener with a somewhat brown thumb, I was pretty excited to see my very first ripe tomato today! I was so thrilled that I photographed it in all its glory. Mostly to show my dad, who grows the biggest, best tomatoes of anyone I know … [Read more...]
25 Funny Elf on the Shelf Ideas
These Funny Elf on the Shelf Ideas came from our very creative forum members. They were originally posted in our Elf on the Shelf Ideas Photo Gallery. Like these ideas? Pin them HERE and then follow our Elf on the Shelf Ideas Pinterest Board. … [Read more...]
Disney Photo Tips and Ideas + 50 Not-to-Miss Shots
When you travel to any of the Disney parks your best (and most frugal) souvenirs are your photos (see our Vacation Photo Scavenger Hunt Ideas post too). Disney is filled with wonderful scenery to use as photo backdrops. Make the most of them! … [Read more...]
The Frugal Family Hits New York City
New York City is probably the last city in the U.S. that I'd call frugal. Hotel prices are among the highest in the country, dining out, seeing a Broadway play -- all those typical New York experiences are very expensive. Still, after many trips … [Read more...]