Frugal Living

Cookery and kitchen advice to avoid discarding food unecessarily when it can still be used--even small steps will help to save our planet

Over the years, I've learned things (not fun things) to make ends meet. If you find yourself in the same situation, I hope that you can learn from my experience in some way. These items may seem random (because they are), but I've tried to limit myself to advice that can be as close to universal as

Sometimes a shirt gets tears, sometimes a pair of jeans gets rips. Iron-on patches to the rescue...

Attract bargains in the shoppers! How to find the good stuff at flea markets. Find flea markets & swap meets in the world. Swap, bargain or collectible excite!

Power goes out. No heat. Don't panic. Warmth with tea lights!!!

Have you gotten an e-mail one or more times promising you a $500.00 gift card from Walmart? Don't fall for it. It's a scam. Walmart is not in the business of giving away free stuff. Be on your guard at all times. Consumer fraud is everywhere.

Hot tubs are not just for rich people! But they are major appliances and like any other, they require maintenance, energy, and money! Here are some ways you can slash down the cost of owning and operating a hot tub.

We all love shopping and saving money at the same time. But are you really getting as good of a deal at the outlet as you think? Surprisingly, outlet prices are sometimes misleading. This article talks about the hidden facts and secrets of outlets. Let's learn how to really save money!

A year ago, I decided to do more with less. 2020 made me get creative.

Dollar Tree is a convenient store for those who are on a budget. This article outlines to top five reasons that you should be shopping at Dollar Tree.

This article discusses top four smart tips to reduce your gas bills, save costs and energy.

These tips will help you get going fast in your quest to sock some money away. Saving money does not have to be a long and arduous task after you've read this article.

Staying home is our new norm, but that does not mean you cannot score deals and bargains while shopping online. We still need stuff! Many sites offer deals, discounts ad promo codes to help you save money so if you are a bargain shopper I will tell you about a great place to save money.

These are 4 clever ways you can save money this holiday season!

Having difficulty controlling your online shopping expenditure? Are you tempted to buy something online as soon as you see a product you like? Here are some tips that worked for me.

Coupon Websites are working actively nowadays on the internet. It allows you to purchase whatever you want with a special discount. We have discussed the 10+ best online coupon websites for saving money in this article.

I grew up with very little but found ways to save in and invest and live a good life. Here's how I got ahead.

There are things you should absolutely buy from the Dollar Tree. Why overpay when you just don't have to!

A simple vinyl covering for the teeter totter seats...

Easter is a time where families come together to celebrate an occasion that symbolizes hope. It is therefore imperative that this event is carried out without creating an environmental mess.

In life we have wants and we have needs. Our desire for the "wants" sometimes overrides our senses and we become impulsive, and impulse buying leads to trouble.

Starting with these 32 ordinary ways to save extraordinary money on the homefront, you’ll see that saving money at home is as simple as ever.

I don't own a house or condo, and no, I'm not the proud owner of a yacht. To me, that's quite alright. As far as I'm concerned I've got all I need and I don't miss anything.

Pennies are the lowest denomination of American currency but believed to have health benefits other coins do not. Copper has also been shown to offer health benefits.

If you find it hard to make ends meet, there are a number of ways to have additional money in your hands. These methods won't make you a millionaire but will give you a little wiggle room and peace of mind.

What began as a hope became a reality and many wishes were fulfilled

My husband and I are avid coffee drinkers. We used to spend a lot of cash drinking coffee outside. Now that we moved to a new house, a coffee bar at home is one the best decision we ever made.

A simple rule to help with your finances and time management.

Using coupons and online promotional codes can save you 80% or more on many hot items. These are the top 5 social media groups that will have you saving money on your daily shopping needs.

Some frugal Ideas and tips to help you enjoy the perfect Valentine’s Day while sticking to your budget.

Dish Vs DirecTV. Which is the better value? Which has the cheapest add-on packages? Is the Hopper 3 better than the Genie" Which service is cheapest? Here are all the answers.

We all like to save a little extra money and after you make the big adjustments you need to start getting creative to live frugal. Here are 10 easy tips to save on everyday items and activities.

If you want to save money and start stockpiling you need to know when to buy items so you can save as much as possible. Use this month by month buying guide to find the best time to buy.

Part 10 of the series includes huge additions to the list, including professional sports teams! We are proud to present to you, the tenth edition of the best sticker request list on the web. Enjoy!

Twenty more companies that send out stickers to the consumers that supports them. Part 9 is full of some popular food/beverage, clothing, BMX, Motorsports, & Snow/Skateboarding brands. Enjoy!

Part 8 of the series has a rich variety, including one that sent me well over 300 stickers. Skateboarding, Bicycle, Skiing, Surfing, and more brands that will send you stickers absolutely free.

After contacting over 200 companies such as Harley-Davidson, GoPro, Volcom, Burton, & more, I have acquired over a thousand stickers, as well as two t-shirts, a beanie, lanyards, & much more!

This is a meal plan and grocery list, as well as how it all comes together to feed 2 people for 100 dollars a month.

Here on part six of an ongoing series, we have a bunch of exciting new entries from a huge variety of brands and the industries they compete in. Hope you enjoy, and don't forget to keep checking back!

You are one rich person now that you have inherited tons of money what do you do now?

I've contacted 200+ organizations and requested free stickers. I never imagined that I would receive free clothing, gear, and more on top of the 1,000+ stickers that were sent to me. Find out how!

I contacted 150+ organizations and requested free stickers. I never imagined that I would receive free clothing, gear, and more on top of the 1,000+ stickers that were sent to me. Find out how!

I contacted 150+ organizations and requested free stickers. I never imagined that I would receive free clothing, gear, and more on top of the 1,000+ stickers that were sent to me. Find out how!

Samples and trial sizes of health and beauty, fragrances, baby stuff, food, home and garden, books and other stuff offered free online! Try your favorite brands without spending a penny! Here's how to find free stuff!

Make Efficient Use of Space for Sleeping, Studying and Storage

Common sense would tell you that not everything that is donated to you is worth putting out on your sales floor. A set of guidelines should be set up in stockroom or donation processing center. Think

A 1-month meal plan for two people that requires only one grocery trip.

Learn how to get all the stickers you'll ever need, as well as what companies participate in this type of promotion, right here on Tough Nickel.