No Pooing
Tired of spending big bucks on chemical-laden shampoos and conditioners that never do what they promise? Ditch them and give no pooing (aka no shampooing) a try. Despite what the beauty companies want you to believe, baking soda and vinegar are all you really need to wash and condition your hair:
Are you already a no pooer? Tell us about your no-pooing experience (good or bad), and share any tips you have for beginners.
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How to Spot the Store Version of Your Favorite Products
Did you know that sometimes the store brand is made by the same company as the name brand? Learn how to spot when this is true, and you'll save big:
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Community Cannery Locations
Want to learn how to can or just need a big kitchen to do it in? See if there's a cannery near you:
Have you ever used a community cannery? Please share your experience.
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New Goodwill Outlet Locations
Looks like Goodwill Outlet stores are here to stay. I just added several new locations to the list. See if one of them is near you:
Know of another outlet location? Please tell me about it.
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Companion Plants
Want a more bountiful garden with fewer pests? Just plant the right things next to each other, and you'll be off to a great start:
Do you already use companion plantings in your garden? Tell us which plant combinations work well for you.
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Affordable Mother's Day Gifts
Mother's Day is almost here. Have you decided what to give your mom? If not, help is on the way. Come explore six fabulous and frugal Mother's Day gift ideas, and pick the one that's most likely to make your mom swoon.
Then, delight in knowing that the bill won't make you swoon. The frugal life is good!
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Mother's Day Idea: An Edible Arrangement
Tempt Mom's taste buds with an edible arrangement made by you. Who knew affordable could be this tasty?
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Homemade Beauty Products
Mother's Day is Sunday. That's plenty of time to whip up some homemade lotion, lip gloss or perfume to impress her:
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Printable Gardening Expenses Worksheet
Keep up with how much you're spending on your garden. This free printable makes it easy:
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Meat Coupons
There are several meat coupons available at the moment. Max out your prints, and fill your freezer while you can:
- $1 off any Jennie-O Turkey Burger product (2lb or larger)
- $.55 off two Jennie-O Turkey Franks products
- $1 off any Jennie-O Fully Cooked Sausage Links or Sausage Patties
- $.55 off Oscar Mayer Beef Franks
- $1.50 off two Market Pantry frozen chicken items
- $1 off any Jennie-O Turkey Breast Tenderloin product
- $.55 off two Jennie-O Turkey Franks products
- $1 off any Jennie-O Turkey Burger product (2lb or larger)
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