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Erin's Frugal Living Blog June 2009 Archive

By Erin Huffstetler, About.com Guide to Frugal Living

Frugal Summer Grilling

Tuesday June 30, 2009
Have you gotten your grill out yet? If not, the Fourth of July weekend is the perfect time to do it. Keep your grilling costs down with these frugal recipes: Meat ... Read More

Get More Coupons Online

Monday June 29, 2009
Online coupons are making a huge comeback. If you swore them off years ago, now's the time to give them a second look. They can be loaded onto your grocery ... Read More

Get into National Parks Free

Friday June 26, 2009
Planning to visit a national park this summer? Then you may want to do it on one of the weekends that you can get in free. On July 18-19 and ... Read More

The World's Longest Yard Sale

Thursday June 25, 2009
I've wanted to go; I've had ever intention of going, but somehow I've never made it to the World's Longest Yard Sale. I'll tell ya, for someone as into yard ... Read More

Featured Reader: Frank, NC

Wednesday June 24, 2009
Name: Frank from North Carolina Your Favorite Source for Bargains: Yard sales - yard sales - yard sales! We are fortunate enough to live in a city with lots of neighborhood yard sales. ... Read More

Refashion Your Wardrobe

Tuesday June 23, 2009
Craving new clothes, but short on cash? Try refashioning the clothes that you already own: Turn Old Jeans into a Skirt Make a T-Shirt into a Tank Top Make a T-Shirt Sleeve into ... Read More

Summer Foraging

Monday June 22, 2009
While on a walk last night, I was thrilled to discover (and sample) the first ripe blackberries of the season. Yum. Better check on those berry patches before someone else ... Read More

Freebie Alert

Thursday June 18, 2009
Have you visited the Frugal Living forum recently? If not, you're missing out on some great freebie alerts. Here are some of the deals that forum members have uncovered this ... Read More

Featured Reader: Anna, MA

Wednesday June 17, 2009
Name: Anna from Massachusetts Forum Membername: Cheap Yankee Your Favorite Source for Bargains: I'm an avid thrift shopper because you keep goods out of the landfill, save a wad of cash and keep your ... Read More

Make Your Own Alcohol

Tuesday June 16, 2009
Learn how to make your own alcohol from basic ingredients, and enjoy a steady supply of low-cost wine, liqueur and beer: Homemade Alcohol Recipes Are you a veteran beer or wine maker? ... Read More

Dishwasher or No Dishwasher?

Monday June 15, 2009
Many people love dishwashers because they use less water and save time, but there are also plenty of people who write them off as an unnecessary contraption ("just give me ... Read More

How to Make Hand Sanitizer

Friday June 12, 2009
The Swine Flu scare caused a lot of stores to run out of hand sanitizer. Learn how to make your own (it's cheap and easy to do), and you'll always ... Read More

Rhubarb Recipes

Thursday June 11, 2009
Have more rhubarb than you know what to do with? Then, it's time to make rhubarb jam, rhubarb applesauce and other tasty treats: 18 Rhubarb Recipes Do you have a favorite way ... Read More

Featured Reader: Juli, IL

Wednesday June 10, 2009
Name: Juli from Illinois Forum Membername: JuleS Your Favorite Source for Bargains: thrift stores Your Best Bargain of All Time: There are five – I can't narrow it down – all from thrift stores: 1) A brand ... Read More

Save on Air Conditioning Costs

Tuesday June 9, 2009
Small changes around the house can significantly reduce your air conditioning costs. Get started with this tip: Keep lamps and other heat-producers away from the thermostat. They'll cause your air conditioner ... Read More

Eat Free on Your Birthday

Monday June 8, 2009
Free food is my favorite kind of food, which is why I was happy to learn that Ruby Tuesday now offers a free burger on your birthday when you sign ... Read More

Frugal Pest Control

Friday June 5, 2009
Planning to tackle an ant, flea or aphid problem this weekend? There are plenty of cheap and easy ways to tackle these and other pest problems: Ants Aphids Fleas Fruit Flies Moths Roaches Flickr user Jeff_Kubina

Frugal Parenting Do's and Don'ts

Thursday June 4, 2009
I'll happily dress my kids in second-hand clothes to save money, but you won't find me buying them second-hand car seats or bike helmets – their safety is worth more ... Read More

Featured Reader: Melissa, IN

Wednesday June 3, 2009
Name: Melissa from Indiana Your Favorite Source for Bargains I love going to auctions and flea markets. If I am looking for something I make sure it comes up in conversations with friends ... Read More

Keep Cool without Cranking Up the AC

Tuesday June 2, 2009
Dealing with hot temperatures, but not ready to turn on the air conditioning just yet? Then, try this: Remove your hat and shoes when you go indoors to give your ... Read More

Free and Cheap Movies Galore

Monday June 1, 2009
In the mood for a movie? Then you're going to love these deals: 9 theatre chains are offering free or deeply discounted tickets for kids' movies this summer Kozy Shack is offering ... Read More
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