Living Frugally

8 Essential Oils That Repel Insects Naturally If there is one thing that can ruin a peaceful evening in the garden, it is insects. Mosquitoes buzzing around your ears, flies landing on your food, ants finding their way inside, and moths sneaking into cupboards can quickly become annoying. The good …

50 Practical Uses for Coca-cola Chris Nielsen via flickr Originally invented in the 19th century as a medicinal cure for hangovers, Coca Cola was simply named for two of its key ingredients, kola nuts and coca leaves (a source of cocaine). The modern formula is kept secret by the Coca Cola …

11 Places You Can Find Free Land In The USA The Homesteading Act of 1862 granted free tracts of land to would-be farmers, courtesy of the federal government, in an effort to bring settlers to certain areas. While those days are long gone, certain underpopulated states are now extending a …

20 Do It Yourself Nesting Box Ideas The Main reason to have nesting boxes is to make sure that your hens are happy to lay their eggs.The nesting boxes need to be clean an be a place to relax and give them privacy. A properly built nest assures that eggs are kept in …

3 Wines You Can Make at Home 3 Wines You Can Make Did you know that making wine at home isn’t as difficult as people and companies might make you think? Making homemade wine started thousands of years ago without fancy equipment, and you can do the same. It can …

How To Make A No Sew Sock Bunny Source: youtube:Handimania If you are a bit lost with craft ideas this Easter then you have to try and make a no sew sock bunny. Why not turn a sock into a great Easter Sock Bunny for a fun new friend for your kids …

13 Sewing Tips and Tricks Sewing Tips and Tricks Whether you’re a sewing expert, beginner or enthusiast, sewing is an activity with more than one approach to it. The truth is that while you may have been using one method to do things all this while, there’s probably an easier …

20 Insanely Creative Ways To Rejuvenate Old Jeans How much do you spend on a pair of blue jeans?  You can spend anything from 10 up to well sky is the limit. I spend around $30-$40.  Jeans do last a long time if you look after them but they will be …

12 Beautiful DIY Crochet Baby Blankets 12 Beautiful DIY Crochet Baby Blankets Crocheting baby blankets is a fantastic way to spend your evening. There are thousands of amazing patterns available that make ideal gifts for friends and family. If you are a parent, you might want to stock up on …

Grocery Sales Cycles – When Do Things Go on Sale? Grocery Sales Cycles Did you know that groceries go on sale following a cycle?  It’s a little known secret that those who are serious about couponing understand. Serious couponers create databases for their regular grocery prices to follow the sales …

15+ Frugal Tips from Grandma Frugal Tips from Grandma No one does frugal living better than a Grandma. Grandma lived through the Great Depression and the tough years afterward. She knows how to stretch a dollar and live within her means. Because of her life experiences, Grandma has frugal tips …

Crochet Ice Cream Cone Pattern: A Sweet Treat You Can Make Yourself Crochet Ice Cream Cone Pattern – Image by Michaela, from Pixabay Crocheting is a great way to unwind, relax and tap into your creative side. It’s also a lot of fun to make cute and whimsical items like crochet ice cream …