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Erin's Frugal Living Blog July 2008 Archive

By Erin Huffstetler, About.com Guide to Frugal Living

How to Scent Vinegar

Wednesday July 30, 2008
I often hear from readers who say they love the cleaning power of vinegar, but hate the smell. Well, guess what? There's a fix for that. Learn how to infuse ... Read More

It's Blackberry Picking Time

Monday July 28, 2008
If you're a lover of that free fruit known as the blackberry, it's time to get picking. Blackberry season is well under way in the South, and is just getting ... Read More

The Biggest Bargains in a Down Economy

Friday July 25, 2008
A down economy isn't good for a lot of things, but it is good for finding bargains. Here's one to take advantage of: Second-hand Finds When times get tough people often turn ... Read More

Rain Barrels

Wednesday July 23, 2008
Last week I asked you guys to share what you wanted most right now – practical or not – and you had a lot of interesting answers; so, I thought ... Read More

What's in Your Lunch Box?

Monday July 21, 2008
Bringing your lunch to work is a great way to keep your food spending down, but it only works when you're excited about the food that you're packing. So . ... Read More

Are You Saving?

Thursday July 17, 2008
The weakened economy has you spending more – on food, gas, electricity and everything in between – but does it have you saving more? If not, it should. When money ... Read More

What Do You Want?

Monday July 14, 2008
Wants are sneaky little things. You're going about life trying to spend responsibly; putting a little money aside; and generally doing all the things that you should, when suddenly some ... Read More

Thrift Store Bargains for Crafters

Saturday July 12, 2008
Like to craft, but hate to spend on craft supplies? Then, start your next project with a trip to your favorite thrift store. Thrift Store Bargains for Crafters

Frugal Hobbies: Do You Have One?

Wednesday July 9, 2008
Hobbies have a reputation for being big money drains, but they aren't all that way. Some can actually be quite frugal – and some can even save you money. Looking ... Read More

Make Your Own Cloth Napkins

Monday July 7, 2008
With all of the attention that living green has gotten these days, you've no doubt heard that cloth napkins are better for the environment. But, what you may not have ... Read More

Watermelon Rind Pickles

Friday July 4, 2008
Plan to eat your fill of watermelon this Fourth of July weekend? Don't be too quick to toss out those rinds. They can be turned into tasty watermelon rind pickles. ... Read More

Have You Ditched Yard Sales?

Wednesday July 2, 2008
According to a Virginia newspaper, more people are ditching yard sales in favor of flea markets as the gas prices continue to soar. Are you a part of this growing ... Read More
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