Are you handy around the house? How do you know when it’s time to call a pro? Professionals like plumbers and electricians often have a minimum charge. Before calling a professional, think about how long it would take you to fix the problem. Handymen have minimums, as well. If you are planning to call aContinue reading “When To Call A Pro?”
Category Archives: Frugal Tips
The Energy Efficient Home
Utility bills are a boring and expensive fact of life. Depending on where you live, you may be paying for electricity, hot water, gas, phone, Internet or any combination of these! These things add up quickly and more often than not, the more you’re paying for your utilities, the more energy you’re wasting. Without resortingContinue reading “The Energy Efficient Home”
7 Simple Rules for Thrifty Grocery Shopping
We all want to save money and it seems like the costs at the grocery store increase every year! Here are a few tips to help you save money while grocery shopping. Never shop when you’re hungry. Everything looks good then, and you stop thinking about saving money or eating well. You’ll be likely toContinue reading “7 Simple Rules for Thrifty Grocery Shopping”
Killer Tips To Save More Of Your Income
I’m on the west coast this week spending time with my daughter and grandchildren. You may remember reading this post a year ago but I thought the advice was well worth repeating. Who doesn’t want to save more of their income! Did you know that according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, on average AmericansContinue reading “Killer Tips To Save More Of Your Income”
Your Spring Maintenance Checklist
Spring is a great time to take a look at your home. Keeping up with minor repairs and upkeep on your home’s exterior will prevent pricier professional jobs and delay those inevitable overhauls. Here’s a quick list of things that should be checked at least once a year to make sure they’re working properly. BeforeContinue reading “Your Spring Maintenance Checklist”
Making a Veggie Bag
Cut down on plastic bags with this simple cloth bag. It will help keep vegetables fresh, letting them breathe and absorbing excess moisture. I had some extra muslin from another project and it took me no time at all to sew this veggie bag! I now have two ideas for homemade Christmas gifts for next year;Continue reading “Making a Veggie Bag”
Fragrant Wood Cleaner
Do you have wood cabinets or wood furniture in your home? This fragrant formula will clear away sticky grime and is safe for most finishes. Always test wood-cleaning formulas on an inconspicuous area of your furniture, like the inside of a leg or a panel underneath, before treating the entire piece. This step is aContinue reading “Fragrant Wood Cleaner”
Essential Pantry Items: Baking Soda
Last week I mentioned that I consider Salt to be an essential pantry item. Two other items I consider essential are baking soda and vinegar. Odor, germ and bacteria removal, laundry softening, heavy duty scrubbing, they can do it all! Buy them in bulk because there are many ways to use them in your home!Continue reading “Essential Pantry Items: Baking Soda”
Saving Energy in your Home
One of the major expense in your home is probably your energy bill(s), with most of it going to heating and cooling your home. Here are several low cost solutions to help make your home more comfortable and energy efficient. Cover Drafty Windows Use a heavy-duty, clear plastic sheet on a frame or use aContinue reading “Saving Energy in your Home”
Frugal Tips: Riley Needs Dog Treats
When we had two dogs I made dog treats more often. Now that we only have one dog (my daughter’s Boston Terrier) I don’t make treats as often. However this week we were out of dog treats and Riley expects one when she comes in from doing her business. I really didn’t feel like making aContinue reading “Frugal Tips: Riley Needs Dog Treats”
Nancy on the Home Front 