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Erin's Frugal Living Blog March 2008 Archive

By Erin Huffstetler, About.com Guide to Frugal Living

Simple Ways to Earn Extra Money

Monday March 31, 2008
Looking for ways to cover the rising cost of groceries and gas? Then, consider this idea: Bank for Profit Many banks–on and offline–offer cash incentives for opening a new account (anywhere from ... Read More

How to Have a Profitable Yard Sale

Thursday March 27, 2008
Weather permitting, I will be having a yard sale this weekend. And judging by the looks of my basement, it's not a moment too soon. But I've got to tell ... Read More

Clean Your Blinds

Wednesday March 26, 2008
Spring is the time to tackle all those seldom-thought-of cleaning tasks, like . . . say . . . cleaning your blinds. Boy, can they get dirty over the course ... Read More

Shop Seasonally for Savings

Tuesday March 25, 2008
Want to cut your grocery bill, without sacrificing flavor? Then, try shopping by the season. Molly Watson, our guide to Local Foods, has compiled a list of spring fruits and ... Read More

Get Rid of Ants

Monday March 24, 2008
Has the warmer weather brought ants into your home? Then, give this all natural, all frugal remedy a try: Herbs/Spices Spinkle cinnamon, mint, chili pepper, black pepper, cayenne pepper, cloves or garlic--whichever ... Read More

Frugal Easter Fun

Thursday March 20, 2008
Easter vacation offers the perfect opportunity to spend time with the kids. Check out these resources around the About network, and do it on the cheap: How to Dye Easter Eggs ... Read More

Protect Your Winter Clothes from Moths

Wednesday March 19, 2008
Has the warmer weather got you thinking (or at least dreaming) about putting your winter clothes away? If so, you should probably take a few precautions to protect your woolens ... Read More

A New Way to Coupon

Tuesday March 18, 2008
Like coupons, but hate all the clipping and sorting? Then, you'll love this new service. Shortcuts.com has recently launched a program that allows you to load grocery coupons onto your ... Read More

Homemade Stainless Steel Cleaner

Monday March 17, 2008
Fed up with fingerprints on your stainless steel appliances? Skip the pricey stainless steel cleaners, and head to your pantry for an easy fix: Homemade Stainless Steel Cleaner Photo Credit: kiny

Ways to Save on Gas

Friday March 14, 2008
If you're planning to travel over spring break or the Easter weekend, you needn't let the high gas prices put a crimp in your plans. Jeremy Vohwinkle, our guide to ... Read More

Homemade Shoe Polish

Thursday March 13, 2008
Planning to polish your dress shoes for Easter Sunday? Did you know a banana peel could do the job? It's true, but if that's too weird for you, here's a ... Read More

Get Your Garden Going

Wednesday March 12, 2008
Growing your own food is a great way to cut your grocery bill, and March is the time to get started. Marie Iannotti, our guide to Gardening, has everything you ... Read More

Get Paid to Take Surveys

Tuesday March 11, 2008
Gas prices are up. Grocery prices are up. Utilities are up. Is there anything that isn't going up in price? If you're left wondering how to cover the rising costs ... Read More

How Much is Your Time Worth?

Monday March 10, 2008
Being frugal often means devoting time to the task of saving money—cooking from scratch, bargain shopping, making your own cleaners . . . the list goes on and on. And the ... Read More

How to Get the Biggest Bargains at Flea Markets

Friday March 7, 2008
Flea market season has officially begun! Last weekend I hit two flea markets, and scored a never-worn wool sweater for 50-cents. Ahh . . . frugal bliss. Could there be a ... Read More

Cleaning with Lemons

Thursday March 6, 2008
It seems every cleaner manufacturer is rushing to get on the green band wagon these days. Clorox just released its new line, Green Works (TM), and you can be sure ... Read More

How to Get Free Food

Wednesday March 5, 2008
Free food—in a time when grocery prices are shooting up and up, it sounds like a wonderful dream. Fortunately, it's not an unobtainable dream. Here's one way to put free ... Read More

Save Money and Help Others

Tuesday March 4, 2008
Like to help others, but short on the cash to do it? Then, here's an idea to consider: Now through the end of April, Procter and Gamble will donate one liter ... Read More
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