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Erin's Frugal Living Blog July 2009 Archive

By Erin Huffstetler, About.com Guide to Frugal Living

Cash for Clunkers Scrapped?

Friday July 31, 2009
Yesterday a survey by the National Automobile Dealers Association suggested that the CARS program might already be out of money (shocking). Since then the news has been aswirl with rumors ... Read More

Cash for Clunkers

Thursday July 30, 2009
The Cash for Clunkers program is getting a lot of attention, but is it a good deal for consumers? Read up on the specifics of the program; then, weigh in ... Read More

Featured Reader: Kimberly, GA

Wednesday July 29, 2009
Name: Kimberly from Georgia Your Favorite Source for Bargains: Goodwill and Kroger (for marked down meat and produce) Your Best Bargain of All Time: I found a brand of cereal that my kids love marked ... Read More

Get Rid of Fruit Flies

Tuesday July 28, 2009
This morning I went to grab a banana from the fruit bowl and was met with a swarm of fruit flies. Yuck! Now, it's a few hours later, and my house ... Read More

Tax-Free Shopping Days

Monday July 27, 2009
Only one more week until the kids are back in school. If you're in the same boat, or soon will be, you may want to check to see if your ... Read More

Lowes: Free Kids Workshop

Friday July 24, 2009
Looking for something fun (and free) to do this weekend? Then, why not take the kids to the Build and Grow workshop at Lowes? This Saturday from 10-11am, they can ... Read More

Edible Weeds

Thursday July 23, 2009
Got weeds? Then, you've got dinner. Take a closer look at the weeds growing in your yard, and you'll find that many of them are edible, delicious and nutritious: 12 Weeds ... Read More

Featured Reader: Brenda, Alberta, CA

Wednesday July 22, 2009
Name: Brenda from Alberta, Canada Your Favorite Source for Bargains: I shop yard sales and thrift stores – especially on sale days – for clothing and household goods. For groceries, I research good ... Read More

Bargain Round-Up

Tuesday July 21, 2009
In need of a bargain pick-me-up? Then, check out these free and cheap deals from around the web: Arby's is offering a free Roastburger with the purchase of any soft drink ... Read More

Free Redbox Rental

Monday July 20, 2009
Getting behind on new release movies now that Redbox's Free Movie Monday promo is over? Well, here's your chance to catch up: purchase any two boxes of Post cereal at ... Read More

Make Your Own Seed Pots

Friday July 17, 2009
This weekend is the perfect time to get your fall lettuce and bean seeds planted. Spend a few minutes making seed pots out of newspaper, and you won't have to ... Read More

Use Up Your Garden's Bounty

Thursday July 16, 2009
Have more cucumbers, zucchini and tomatoes than you know what to do with? Put your garden's bounty to use with the following recipes, and you may just wish you had ... Read More

Featured Reader: James, IL

Wednesday July 15, 2009
Name: James from Illinois Your Favorite Source for Bargains: Aldi Food Store for groceries. The net for everything else – except for larger electronics because one return will cancel out any savings. Your Best ... Read More

Harry Potter and the Half-Price Tickets

Tuesday July 14, 2009
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince hits theatres tonight at 12:01 am. If you'd love to go, but don't want to fork over $8.50 (or more) for a seat, I've ... Read More

Kids Eat Free

Monday July 13, 2009
Planning to take your family out to eat this week? Then, you may want to check out one of the many restaurants with a kids-eat-free promotion. Donna Montaldo, our Guide ... Read More

Do You Use Rain Barrels?

Friday July 10, 2009
As the rain pours down outside, I am reminded once again that I could be collecting rain water, if only I had a few rain barrels. Looks like it's ... Read More

Homemade Salad Dressing Recipes

Thursday July 9, 2009
Salad makes a great cheap and healthy meal – especially when you grow your own ingredients. Whip up a different salad dressing each time, and you'll never tire of eating ... Read More

Featured Reader: Lynn, CO

Wednesday July 8, 2009
Name: Lynn from Colorado Your Favorite Source for Bargains: Yard sales Your Best Bargain of All Time: A vintage pair of jeans from the 50's in great condition that I purchased for 5O cents and ... Read More

Repair It and Save

Tuesday July 7, 2009
Repairing your broken belongings is a great way to save money – especially if you do the repair work yourself. Why not grab a tool box and put your fix-it ... Read More

Save Money with Sweepstakes

Monday July 6, 2009
The recession has caused a lot of people to give up vacations, trips to the movies and meals out. If you're sorely missing your bit of fun, sweepstakes could be ... Read More

Cold Food and Drink Recipes

Thursday July 2, 2009
Hot kitchens are great in the winter, but miserable in the summer. Work more cold meals into your menu, and you'll be rewarded with a cooler kitchen, a cooler you ... Read More

Featured Reader: Rachel, WA

Wednesday July 1, 2009
Name: Rachel from Washington Your Favorite Source for Bargains: Grocery Outlet has awesome prices on fancy cosmetics and organic shampoos and toiletries. When the season is right the farmers market is a cool ... Read More
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