I have been making my own laundry detergent for almost two decades. I switched to using a powdered version instead … More
Category: Do What you Can
Frugal Endeavors
November 9, 2015 – November 16, 2015 The week started with a warm sunny day encouraging us to spend the … More
Frugal Endeavors
October 20 – October 31 The second half of the month began with us sharpening our frugal skills as we … More
Getting Ready for Winter – crochet hats
Despite the warm, sun kissed days we have been experiencing, I know winter is on its way. As part of my … More
Frugal Endeavors
October 5 – 12 Another busy week but I managed a few frugal “wins.” On Tuesday, I took in the … More
Making an Infused Oil – Spice Oil from Good and Cheap
Making Spice Oil This recipe comes from Leanne Brown’s book Good and Cheap. This cookbook is an excellent resource for anyone … More
Fiesta Corn Relish
Some time during the summer, I can expect to see someone selling corn on the side of the road. … More
Frugal Endeavors
July 20 to July 26 Monday – leftovers for lunch and a load of laundry hung out to dry. Watched … More
Throw Back Thursday
Once upon a time we all used solar energy and evaporation to dry our clothes. I still do, as often … More
Frugal Endeavors
This is what I did this week to keep our household expenses under control. Monday – Cut out a … More