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Mint Recipes - Recipes that Use Mint
Has your mint spread like mad? Put it to use in these recipes.
Mirror
Mirror
Misto Gourmet Olive Oil Sprayer: Product Review
A review of the Misto Gourmet Olive Oil Sprayer.
Molasses Substitute Recipe
Looking for a molasses substitute? Here are five.
Money Management
Smart money management is a vital part of the frugal lifestyle. Learn how to take charge of your savings, investments, retirement planning and all other facets of your financial life.
Monthly Garden Chore List Printable
Use this free, printable to create a monthly garden chore list.
Monthly Meal Planner
Save money by planning your meals out a month at a time. Here's a printable calendar that you can use to get the job done: Monthly Meal Planner More
Monthly Spending Plan - How to Develop a Monthly Spending Plan
Customize your budget to each month's expenses in seven easy steps.
Monthly Spending Worksheet - Track Your Monthly Spending
Track where your money is going with this free printable worksheet.
More Gift Card Bonuses
Holiday gift card bonuses are very popular this year. In fact, six more businesses have announced bonuses in the last week. Check it out: Gift Card Bonuses
More Goodwill Outlet Locations
Itching to do some bargain shopping this weekend? Then, you're in luck. I've just added four more locations to the Goodwill Outlet Store Directory.
More Household Notebook Printables
Forget about forking over big bucks for a new fuel-efficient car. Here\'s how to get more MPG out of the car that you already have: 8 Ways to Get More MPG
More Shoppers "Trading Down" to Discount Stores
Donna Montaldo, our guide to Couponing, recently reported that more and more shoppers have
More Sources for Coupons
Coupons keep popping up in new places. Are you grabbing all the savings that you could be? Find out: Coupon Sources You May Not Have Thought Of
Morel Mushroom Recipes - Morel Recipes
Go foraging for morels. Then, enjoy your free food in one of these dishes:
Mortgage Prepayment: Good or Bad?
This week I've been busy with all the details of refinancing my home. The low interest rates have made it the perfect time for my husband and me to trade in our
Mother's Day
The perfect Mother's Day gift doesn't have to blow your budget. Check out these low-cost gift ideas:
Mother's Day Idea: An Edible Arrangement
Tempt Mom's taste buds with an edible arrangement made by you. Who knew affordable could be this tasty? How to Make an Edible Arrangement Related
Mother's Day Idea: An Indoor Herb Garden
Looking for a low-cost Mother's Day gift that will actually be used and appreciated? Then, consider giving Mom the start to an indoor herb garden. A little
Movie Coupons - Coupons for New Release DVDs and Blu-ray Discs
Build your movie library for less. Here are printable coupons for lots of new-release movies:
Movie Rebates - Current Movie Rebate Offers
Cut the cost of owning new-release movies with these movie rebates.
Movie Rebates and Coupons
Planning to give movies as gifts? Use rebates and coupons to dial down the cost. Here are the latest offers: Movie Rebates Movie Coupons Related Reading:
Mushroom Kit News
It's weeks behind schedule, but I'm happy to report that there are finally mushrooms growing in my mushroom kit! As soon as it started to warm up here, the
Mushroom Kit Update
Well, it's now 14 days into The Great Mushroom Adventure, and I'm still waiting for that first mushroom to sprout up. Over the last week, the mushroom
Mushroom Recipes - Recipes that Use Mushrooms
Go foraging for mushrooms, or try growing some from a kit. Then, put your harvest to use in one or more of these mushroom recipes.
Must-Have Cleaner Recipes
Add these cleaner recipes and tricks to your arsenal, and you'll be ready to tackle any cleaning task.
Must-Read Books About Frugal Living
Are there books about frugal living that you think everyone should read? Give us your list.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
Curb shopping can turn up all kinds of treasures. Here are some of the things that I've found over the years.
My Curb Finds
My Curb Finds
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
My Pom - :
Have you ever stumbled upon a real treasure while out yard-saling? Tell us about your all-time best find.
My TN52 Yard Sale Finds
The TN52 yard sale was as fun as I thought it would be. After visiting 95-miles of sales, here's what I brought home: My Finds Have you made a great
My TN52 Yard Sale Finds
Last weekend I hit the TN52 Yard sale (95 miles of yard sale goodness). See what I brought back: My TN52 Yard Sale Finds Related Reading: The Longest
My World's Longest Yard Sale Finds
I'm back from the 127 Corridor Sale, and I've posted pictures of all my finds. Check it out: World's Longest Yard Sale Finds Note: I purchased one
MyPoints - Earn Free Gift Cards through MyPoints
Find out what the MyPoints program is all about, and learn how to maximize your points earnings.
Mystery Shopping -What You've Always Wanted to Know About Mystery Shopping
All about mystery shopping.
National Food Holidays
National food holidays may be silly, but they can also be a source of savings. Use these food-focused days and months to save more on groceries.
Natural Bleach - Homemade Bleach Alternative
An inexpensive and non-toxic alternative to chlorine bleach.
Natural Weed Killer
Learn how to kill weeds without killing your budget.
Nearly-Free Stain Remover
Remove stains from clothing without the aid of commerical spot treatments.
Need to Up Your Frugal Efforts?
Join us on the forum for this week's Frugal Challenge, and get all the inspiration and nudges that you need to reach your financial goals: Frugal Challenge
Negotiate Medical Bills - How to Negotiate Medical Bills
Have a monster-size medical bill? Negotiate it down to a more manageable size. Here's how.
Negotiate Your Medical Bills
In life, everything is negotiable even medical bills: How to Negotiate Medical Bills Have you ever talked yourself into a smaller doctor's bill?
Nesco American Harvest Snackmaster Dehydrator FD-35: Product Review
A review of the Nesco American Harvest Snackmaster Dehydrator.
Net Worth Worksheet - Calculate Your Net Worth
Complete a free networth worksheet, and calculate your current net worth.
Network Your Way to Free Food
You can network your way to a better job, but did you know that you can also network your way to a lower grocery bill? You can indeed. Over the past couple
New Couponing Strategy
Think you know all of the couponing strategies in existence? Then, see if you know this one posted by Trent of Simple Dollar. He says that instead of clipping
New Credit Card Rules Take Effect Today
After decades of predatory credit card practices, the government has finally put an end to some of the worst. As of today, credit card issuers can no longer
New Frugal Recipes
Fire up the stove, and give these new recipes a try: Potato Soup from a Leftover Baked Potato Crockpot Chili Homemade Chocolate Pudding Homemade
New Gas Card Offer
Kellogg's just released a second gas card offer. Get $50 in gas cards from the first offer; then, move on to the new offer, and get a bunch more. Related
New Gas Card Offers
As gas prices continue to soar, more and more businesses are rolling out free gas card offers. The latest to join the list: CVS Pharmacy. Starting this week, if
New Goodwill Outlet Locations
New Goodwill Outlet Locations
New Goodwill Outlet Locations
The Goodwill Outlet Store concept is really catching on. I've added several new locations to the list this week. Check it out: Goodwill Outlet Store
New Household Notebook Printables
Fire up those printers! I've got another batch of printables ready for your household notebook: Get Printables Photo © Erin Huffstetler Follow
New Ingredient Substitutions
When you're trying to watch your grocery spending, substituting an ingredient that you don't have for one that you do have can be a big source of savings. Here
New Meal Planning Tool
I confess: As organized as I am, I'm lousy at keeping track of recipes (if you could only see my recipe drawer in the kitchen), which is why I'm thrilled with
New Reader Recipes
New Reader Recipes
New Rebate Offers
Trying to cut your grocery spending this year? Use these rebates to put some free food in your pantry: Current Rebates Related Reading: Save Money on
New Rebate Offers
I've just added six new rebate offers to the site. Are they all on your radar? Current Rebate Offers Related Reading: Find More Coupons Online Organic
New Rebates, Free Gas and Free Movie Tickets
New Rebates, Free Gas and Free Movie Tickets
New Savings for Seniors
Hey seniors, are you looking for new ways to save? Then, check out the latest additions to the Senior Discount Directory: AMC Theaters A discount of up to
New School Clothes without Shopping
New School Clothes without Shopping
New Senior Discounts
New Senior Discounts
New Use for Old Jeans
Old jeans are one thing (among many) that I can't bare to toss, so I'm always brainstorming new ways to repurpose them. My latest idea: turning an old pair
New Uses for ...
Discover clever new uses for things that you already own.
New Way to Save at CVS
Have you gotten a Green Bag Tag yet? If not, you've got some catching up to do because CVS has already added another savings tool to its offerings: a Twitter
New Way to Save at Target
If you have a cell phone, I've got good news for you: Target is now offering mobile coupons. Just opt into the program, and coupons will be sent to your phone
New Way to Save at Target
Know what's better than a Target clearance deal? A Target freebie. Cruise on over to Target.com, and check out the Sample Spot, a new spot for requesting free
New Ways to Save at CVS
Enjoy snagging free and close-to-free items at CVS? If so, you're going to love this: CVS has just launched a new website, cvstoday.com, which includes free
New Year's
Celebrate New Year's Eve with frugal flair. Then, get going on those resolutions!
New Year's Eve on the Cheap
Hosting a New Year's Eve party? Take advantage of these great resources from around the About network, for a night that's as fun as it is affordable:
New Year's Resolution: Learn Something New
Pick up a new frugal skill or two in the new year.
New Year's Resolution: Spend Less; Save More
Have you resolved to make this the year that you spend less and save more? Then, start taking steps to make it happen today:
New Year's Resolution: Spend Less; Save More
Have you resolved to make this the year that you spend less and save more? Then, start taking steps to make it happen today:
New Year's Resolutions
Working on your New Year's Resolutions? We've got the information that you need to get going on your goals.
New Year's Resolutions: How Are You Doing?
Well, it's official. . . the first month of '08 is coming to an end, so how are you doing with your financial resolutions? Not sure? Here are several tools to
New! Canning Inventory List
New! Canning Inventory List
New! Printable Garden Notebook
New! Printable Garden Notebook
New! Printable Household Notebook
Determined to get your home and your finances on track this year? Then, you need The Frugal Living Household Notebook. For the low cost of $0 it can be
Nine Ways to Cut Your Prescription Costs
Discover simple strategies to save on the medications that you need.
No More Second-Hand Kids' Items?
Like to save money by buying your kids clothes and toys at yard sales, thrift stores, and consignment shops? Then, brace yourself for a change. A new law,
No Mortgage Payments for a Year
It sounds like the stuff of dreams, but if you agree to let Adzookie paint an advertisement on your house, they'll foot your mortgage bill for as long as the ad
No-Fail Yeast Rolls
A no-frills, no-fail recipe for homemade yeast rolls.
Nut Recipes
Lucky enough to have nut trees in your yard or access to some? Here are some great ways to use up your harvest.
Nut Season has Begun
Better exercise a little caution when walking under nut-bearing trees because those nuts are starting to fall. Three cheers for free food! I just started
Nut Substitute
Nuts lend a nice texture to baked goods, but they also add to the cost of baking. Replace them with one of these cheap substitutes.
Nutmeg Substitute
All out of nutmeg? Use one of these substitutes as a fill in.
Oatmeal Recipes - Recipes that Use Oatmeal
An extensive collection of recipes that use oatmeal. Everything from breakfast foods to breads and desserts.
Old Cell Phone = Free Amazon Gift Card
Have an old cell phone or a pile of old cell phones just lying around? Then, trade them to Flip-Swap for an Amazon gift card. The process couldn't be
Old Family Photos - :
A reader shares how he reunited lost family photos with their owner.
Old Movie Posters - :
One reader shares how he scored big with some old movie posters that he found at a yard sale.
Old Seeds: Keep or Toss?
Old Seeds: Keep or Toss?
Old-Fashioned Fruitcake
Ready to dive into your holiday baking? Give this old-fashioned fruitcake recipe a try. Frugal Food Gifts: Refrigerator Cookie Dough Homemade Vanilla
Old-School By Choice
See that beast of a digital camera in the picture? That's a Sony Mavica, and it's nearly identical to the camera that I use the camera that I've used
Olympic Bell
Olympic Bell
Onion Powder - How to Make Onion Powder
Homemade onion powder in three easy steps.
Onion Salt - How to Make Onion Salt
Make your own onion salt in two minutes or less.
Online Surveys - How to Get Paid to Take Surveys
Learn the ins and outs of taking online surveys, and add to your income.
Only Four Months Til Christmas
Yep, it's official . . . Christmas is just four months away. Have you started planning yet? If not, now is a great time to start. Put a little thought into what
Open-Kettle Canning
Find out what the open-kettle canning method is, and why you shouldn't use it.
Oral Care Recipes
Keep your teeth in tip top shape with these recipes for toothpaste, mouthwash, teeth whitener and more.
Orange Recipes
Have a fruit bowl that's overloaded with oranges? Give these orange recipes a try.
Organic Coupons
Like organics, but prefer non-organic prices? Then, let coupons bridge the gap between the two. While you won't find many organic coupons in your Sunday
Organic Grocery and Food Coupons--Save on Organics
Here's how to get coupons for all of your favorite organic foods and products
Organic Grocery and Food Coupons--Save on Organics
Here's how to get coupons for all of your favorite organic foods and products
Organic Grocery and Food Coupons--Save on Organics
Here's how to get coupons for all of your favorite organic foods and products
Organize Your Finances
A step-by-step guide to smarter, more organized money management.
Organize Your Finances
Pop quiz: Can you list your financial goals? Do you know how much money you spend each month? Do you follow a budget? Do you know how much you're worth?
Organize Your Finances
Living frugally means living in control of your finances. Spend some time this week getting your finances in order. Then, get to work creating the financial
Oven Canning
Find out what oven canning is, and why it should be avoided.
Oven Fries
A healthy, tasty and low-cost side. Doesn't get much better than this.
Paid Survey Sites
Paid Survey Sites
Painless Ways to Cut Your Spending
Cut your costs the painless way.
Pantry Inventory List
Use this printable pantry inventory list to keep up with what's in your pantry, so you never run out of anything.
Pantry Master List
A well-stocked pantry will save you time and money. Use this pantry master list to get yours on track.
Pantry Master List
Pantry Master List
Paraffin Wax
An explanation of how paraffin wax used to be used in canning.
Parsnip Recipes - Recipes that Use Parsnips
Need to use up some parsnips? Try these ideas.
Participate in Consumer Test Panels
Earn free products, money and prizes by participating in consumer test panels. Here are several to join.
Pasta Recipe - Pasta with Sausage and Broccoli Rabe
A five-ingredient pasta dish featuring pasta, sausage, broccoli rabe, olive oil and garlic.
Pasta and Eggs
Sometimes the simplest dishes are the best. Give this reader-submitted recipe for pasta with eggs a try.
Patient Assistance Programs
Overwhelmed by prescription drug costs? See if you qualify for patient assistance.
Pay Off Mortgage Faster - How to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster
There's no freedom like the freedom of owning your own home. Use the following strategies to pay off your mortgage faster:
Pay Off Your Credit Card with Rewards
Earning gift cards and airline miles when you use your credit card is nice, but you know what's even nicer? Earning a reduction on your bill. Many of the top
Pay Off Your Mortgage
I pulled out the old amortization table this morning, and I have nine years and five months until my mortgage is paid off. That happens to be exactly nine years
Pay a Fair Price for Medical Care
When you buy a car, you have the Kelley Blue Book to help you determine a fair market value, but where do you turn when you need help determining a fair price
Pay-As-You-Drive Car Insurance
You've probably heard of pay-as-you-go cell phone service, but have you heard of pay-as-you-drive car insurance? According to an article on bankrate.com, it's
Pea Recipes - Recipes that Use Peas
Picking peas by the gazillion? Put them to use in these pea recipes.
Peach Recipes - Recipes that Use Peaches
Have peaches by the bushel? Here are recipes to help you use them up.
Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale - My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale - My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale - My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale - My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale - My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale - My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale - My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale - My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale - My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale - My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale - My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale - My Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale Finds
Thinking about going to the Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale? Here's what I found when I went.
Peaches, Peaches Everywhere
We all have our version of the perfect day. For me, it would include several hours of field work, followed by several more hours of canning and then at
Pear Butter Recipe - How to Make Pear Butter
Have more pears than you know what to do with? Pear butter is a tasty solution.
Pear Freezer Jam Recipe - No-Cook Pear Freezer Jam
A simple recipe for pear freezer jam with pure pear taste.
Pear Recipes - Recipes that Use Pears
Wondering how to use up a bumper crop of pears? Try these ideas:
Pear Sauce Recipe - How to Make Pear Sauce
Turn a big pile of pears into delicious pear sauce.
Pecan Recipes - Recipes that Use Pecans
Have access to a pecan tree or cheap pecans? Then, give these recipes a try.
Peppermint Sprinkles
Make your own peppermint sprinkles for holiday desserts or gift giving.
Perennial Foods
Want to enjoy home-grown food year after year without having to start your garden from scratch each spring? Then, it's time to discover the perennial food
Perennial Foods - Perennial Herbs, Vegetables, Fruits and Legumes
A list of perennial herbs, vegetables, fruits and legumes. Plant your garden once and you'll save time and money.
Personal Care Products - How Much Should You Use?
Constantly running out of shampoo and toothpaste? It may be a sign that you're using more than you need to. Find out how much product experts say you should be using. Then, adjust your usage to capture the savings.
Pesto Recipes - Make Your Own Pesto
A collection of traditional and not so traditional pesto recipes.
Pet Food Coupons
Cut your pet food costs with these pet food coupons.
Pet Reward Programs
Turn your pet supply purchases into rewards for you and your pet. Here's a list of pet reward programs to take advantage of.
Phantom Load - What is a Phantom Load?
A basic definition of phantom load.
Pick-Your-Own Produce
Interested in picking your own fruits and vegetables, but not sure when things are ready in your area? Pickyourown.org has a crop harvest calendar for every
Picked Any Pears?
Pears are ripe and ready for the picking. Get'em from a tree near you. Then, make some pear butter, pear sauce and other pear treats to put up for winter.
Pickle Recipes
Learn how to make the perfect cucumber pickles. Then, move on to pickles made from watermelon rinds, squash and other exotics.
Pickle Recipes
Learn how to make the perfect cucumber pickles. Then, move on to pickles made from watermelon rinds, squash and other exotics.
Pickles in a Bucket - Refrigerator Pickles
A recipe for making refrigerator pickles in an empty ice cream bucket.
Pickles/Pickled Foods
Pickling is a simple and delicious way to preserve foods. Surf through our collection of pickle, relish, and sauerkraut recipes for something new and exciting to try.
Pickling
A definition of pickling.
Pickling Lime
Find out what pickling lime is used for, and why its use is no longer recommended.
Pickling Salt
Find out what pickling salt is and what it's used for.
Pin Together
Pin together.
Pin the Mitten Pattern to the Sweater
Pin the mitten pattern to the sweater.
Pine Cone Fire Starters - How to Make Pine Cone Fire Starters
Learn how to make your own pine cone fire starters for use in your home or to give as gifts.
Pinwheel Pattern
Follow this pattern to make your own pinwheels.
Pizza Pan and Rollers
Pizza Pans and Roller
Pizza Recipe - Chicken Ranch Pizza
Tired of spending too much on take out pizza? Then, try this simple recipe for chicken ranch pizza.
Plan a Frightful (and Frugal) Halloween
Halloween is creeping closer; have you started planning yet? If not, there's still plenty of time to D-I-Y your way to a frightful celebration without a
Plan for a Frugal April
April is just a day away. Now's the time to plan how you're going to make it frugal: Monthly Spending Worksheet Meal Planning Worksheets April Foraging
Planning a Spring Break Trip?
Entertainment Books are on sale for $19.99 with free shipping this week only.
Planning a Spring Break Trip?
Head over to thethriftshopper.com to print out a list of thrift stores for the area that you'll be visiting. I just got back from Jacksonville, Florida, and
Planning to Use Layaway?
Planning to Use Layaway?
Planning to Yard Sale this Weekend?
You know I am. Be sure to stop in, and tell us about your finds. There's nothing like a good yard sale bargain! Related Reading: Goodwill Outlet Store
Plant Profile Printable
Use the plant profile printable to create a record for each plant in your garden.
Plant Tracker Printable
Use the plant tracker printable to measure the success of new transplants.
Plum Recipes - Recipes that Use Plums
Blessed with bushels of plums? Here are recipes to help you use them up:
Poll: Are You a Curb Shopper?
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Poll: Do You Bank Online?
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Poll: Do You Eat Dandelions?
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Poll: Do You Keep Chickens?
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Poll: Do You Plan to Get a Job for the Holidays?
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Poll: Do You Plan to Use Layaway?
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Poll: Do You Use Rain Barrels?
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Poll: Do You Use Rain Checks?
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Poll: Do You Use a Clothesline or a Dryer?
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Poll: Do You Use a Dishwasher?
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Poll: Do You Use a Dishwasher?
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Poll: Does Walmart Save You Money?
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Poll: Does You Prefer Coupons or Rebates?
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Poll: Have You Redboxed?
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Poll: Have You Switched to LED Christmas Lights?
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Poll: Have You Traded Down?
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Poll: Have You Tried TVP?
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Poll: How Do You Prefer to Pay for Purchases?
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Poll: How Much Do You Spend Each Week on Groceries?
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Poll: How Often Do You Eat Out?
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Poll: How are You Doing with Your Holiday Budget?
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Poll: What's Your 2011 Holiday Budget?
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Poll: Why are You Frugal?
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Popsicle Recipes - Homemade Popsicle Recipes
7 homemade popsicle recipes.
Potato Candy
Here's an old-fashioned recipe for potato candy that uses just three ingredients. Make it to bring to holiday parties or to give as a gift.
Potato Pancakes - Potato Pancake Recipe
A Depression-era recipe for potato pancakes.
Potato Recipes - Recipes that Use Potatoes
Potatoes are the ultimate frugal food. They're cheap, filling and versatile. Buy a bag of potatoes (or grown your own); then, give these recipes a try.
Potato Soup
Turn a leftover baked potato into a delicious and filling potato soup for two.
Poultry Seasoning Recipe - Recipe for Poultry Seasoning
Make your own poultry seasoning from spices you already have.
Pour the Wax into the Bundt Cake Mold
Fill the bundt cake mold with melted wax.
Powdered Buttermilk
Powdered Buttermilk
Prefill and Install the New Oil Filter
Prefill the new oil filter.
Prep the Candle Mold
Learn the proper way to insert wicks into a candle mold and other prep procedures.
Preparing Supporting Materials
Receipts and UPCs often have to be sent along with the rebate. Learn how to prepare these important supporting materials.
Prescription Drug Savings
Fed up with the price of your prescription medications? Who isn't! Discover simple ways to cut your prescription costs, and take the pain out of taking care of
Preserves
A definition of fruit preserves
Pressure Canner
Find out what a pressure canner is and what it looks like.
Print Your 2011 Calendar and Planner
Need a 2011 calendar or a refill for your planner? Choose one of our printable versions, and you won't have to buy one. We even have black and white options
Print a Free 2009 Calendar
In need of a 2009 calendar? Skip the trip to the store, and print a free one instead. With 21 designs to choose from, you're sure to find at least one that
Printable Address Pages
Use these free, printable address pages to keep up with important phone numbers and addresses.
Printable Budget Worksheet
A free printable budget worksheet.
Printable Calendars
Forget about paying for a calendar. All of these printable 2012 calendars are free.
Printable Calendars and Planners
Save money by printing your own calendars and planners.
Printable Canning Inventory List
Use this printable canning inventory list to track what you've canned and how much you have left.
Printable Canning Labels
Printable Canning Labels
Printable Chore Charts
Printable Chore Charts
Printable Coupon Binder
Use this free coupon binder to organize all of your coupons.
Printable Daily Garden Journal
Use this printable garden journal to keep a daily record of your garden.
Printable Fertilizing/Soil Amendment Record
Use this printable fertilizing/soil amendment record to track what works.
Printable Financial Goals Worksheets
Use these worksheets to identify and work towards your financial goals.
Printable Freezer Labels
Use these printable freezer labels to keep up with what's in your freezer.
Printable Freezer Labels
Printable Freezer Labels
Printable Garden Notebook
Use this free, printable garden notebook to organize all of your garden plans and records.
Printable Garden Planner
Use this printable garden planner to map out all of your garden beds.
Printable Garden Project Tracker
Use the printable garden project tracker to stay on top of big garden projects.
Printable Grocery Coupons
Get out of the grocery store for less. These printable grocery coupons can help you do it.
Printable Grocery Coupons
Printable Grocery Coupons
Printable Grocery Price Book
Track grocery sales with this printable price book.
Printable Holiday Gift Bag Toppers
Staple one of these bag toppers to the top of a paper lunch sack, and you have the perfect holiday gift wrap.
Printable Holiday Gift Tags
Print your own gift tags at home and save. Here are several designs to choose from.
Printable Holiday Gift Tags
Printable Holiday Gift Tags
Printable Home Maintenance Checklist
The weekend is a great time to catch up on all those home maintenance tasks that you've been putting off. If that sounds less than fun, consider this: every
Printable Labels
An ever-growing collection of labels for you to print and use.
Printable Lists
Use these printable lists to get organized.
Printable Net Worth Calculators
Worksheets to help you calculate your debt load and net worth.
Printable Pet Coupons
Looking for more coupons to cut down on the cost of pet food and supplies? Janet Tobiassen Crosby, our guide to Veterinary Medicine, has compiled a list of
Printable Recipe Binder
Cooking at home can be a huge money-saver, but let's face it: keeping all those recipes organized can be a challenge. That's where the Frugal Living Recipe
Printable Recipe Cards
Looking for printable recipes cards? You'll love these designs.
Printable Recipe Cards
Know what goes well with a free recipe binder? Free recipe cards. Here are four designs to choose from: Printable Recipe Cards Related Reading:
Printable Seed Harvest Tracker
Use this printable seed harvest worksheet to track your seed saving efforts.
Printable Seed Packets
Use these calico seed packets to share your seeds with friends.
Printable Spending Worksheets
Get a better handle on where your money goes with these spending worksheets.
Printable Square Foot Garden Planner
Use this printable square foot garden planner to design your garden.
Printable Stockpile List
Stockpiling groceries when they're on sale is a great way to keep your grocery spending down. Print out the Frugal Living stockpile list, and customize it to
Printable To-Do List
Use one of these free, printable to do lists to get organized. Three designs to choose from.
Printable Valentine Card - Free Valentine's day cards
Surprise your Valentine with one of these printable Valentine's Day cards.
Printable Valentine's Day Cards
Printable Valentine's Day Cards
Printable Weekly Garden Journal
Use this printable garden journal to keep a weekly record of the ongoings in your garden.
Printable Weekly Planner
Still need to buy a 2012 planner or a refill for your existing planner? Save yourself some money, and print one out instead:
Printer Ink Cartridges - How to Make Printer Ink Cartridges Last Longer
Tired of shelling out for printer cartridges? Employ these simple tricks and your ink cartridge will last longer:
Problem Solved: Stiff Line-Dried Clothes
Line drying clothes is much cheaper than drying clothes in a dryer. About $85 a year cheaper to be exact, but is the savings worth having to wear stiff,
Processing Time
Find out what processing time is and what it accomplishes.
Product Reviews
Find out if a product is worth buying before you spend money on it.
Prom Clothes on the Cheap
Scrambling to find affordable formal wear for your prom-bound Junior or Senior? Then, head to the closest thrift store. Rain Blanken, our guide to DIY
Protect Food During Power Outages
Protect Food During Power Outages
Protect Your Winter Clothes from Moths
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
Pudding Pops - Pudding Pops Recipe
A low-cost, low-fuss recipe for pudding pops.
Pudding in a Bag
Discover a cheap dessert that kids will love to help with.
Pumpkin Puree - How to Make Pumpkin Puree
Save money by making your own pumpkin puree in the fall when pumpkin prices are at their lowest.
Pumpkin Recipes - Recipes that Use Pumpkins
Pumpkins are packed full of flavor and nutrients. Buy several in October when they're plentiful (and cheap), and give some of these recipes a try:
Pumpkin Soup - Creamy Pumpkin Soup Recipe
A cheap and easy recipe for homemade pumpkin soup.
Purchase Half-Price Restaurant Certificates from Radio and TV Stations
Want to cut your restaurant spending in half? Then, it's time to tune in to your local radio and tv stations.
Put Thanksgiving Leftovers to Use
Have a fridge full of Thanksgiving leftovers? Find creative uses for everything from that last slice of turkey to that last dollop of sour cream: Uses for
Quiche Recipe - Crustless Quiche
Trying to eat gluten-free on the cheap? Give this recipe for crustless quiche a go.
Quick Ways to Earn Extra Cash
Being ready for the unexpected is an important part of the frugal lifestyle. Do you know how you'd raise extra money if you found yourself in a pinch? Share
Quickie Budget Printable
Take the hassle out of budgeting with this free budget printable.
Quinoa Recipe - One-Pot Quinoa Vegetable Dish
Whip up a low-cost meal from quinoa and whatever vegetables you happen to have on hand.
Quiz: Are You Freegan Material?
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Quiz: Are You Freegan Material?
When Oprah ran a show on freeganism less than a year ago, it seemed like an extreme lifestyle to most viewers. Fast forward to today, and the slow economy
Radish Recipes - Recipes that Use Radishes
Have loads of radishes on your hands? Here are some great ways to use them up.
Rain Barrels
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
Rain Barrels - Harvesting Rainwater with a Rain Barrel
Start harvesting rainwater, and cut your water bill.
Ranch Dressing Recipe - Super Easy Ranch Dressing
Try this cheap and easy recipe for ranch dressing, and you'll wonder why you ever bought bottled.
Raspberry Recipes - Uses for Raspberries
Growing raspberries in your garden (or have some that you got on the cheap)? Put them to use in these recipes:
Reader Stories: My Best Curb/Dumpster Find
Have you ever found something great while out curb shopping or dumpster diving? Tell us about it.
Reader Stories: My Best Yard Sale Find
Have you ever stumbled upon a real treasure while out yard-saling? Tell us about your all-time best find.
Reader Stories: My Grocery Stockpile
Do you have the stockpile of all stockpiles? Wow us with a picture and all the details.
Reader Tips and Advice
Share you best frugal tips and tricks. Then, explore the tips and tricks contributed by other Frugal Living readers.
Readers' Choice Awards Finalists
Readers' Choice Awards Finalists
Reasons to Line-Dry
Reasons to Line-Dry
Reasons to Line-Dry Clothes
Need a reason to line dry your clothes? Here are nine.
Reasons to Shop Second-Hand
There are lots of great reasons to shop second hand. Have you considered all of them?
Rebate Your Way to Free Christmas Gifts
Rebate Your Way to Free Christmas Gifts
Rebates
Free stuff is nice. So are rebate checks. Learn the ins and outs of rebating, and you can have both.
Rebating Tips - How to Rebate Like a Pro
Learn how to rebate your way to savings.
Recession-Proof Your Finances - How to Plan for and Survive a Recession
Nine things that you can do to plan for and survive a recession
Recipe Binder - Free Printable Recipe Binder
Use this free printable recipe binder to organize all of your recipes.
Recipe Submission Form
e mail address, time cook, tasty recipe, copyright ownership, cooking instructions, cook time, prep time, time number, sole owner, licensees, derivative works, nickname, damages, first name last name
Recipes by Ingredient
Keep your grocery costs down by planning meals around what you already have on hand.
Recipes that Use a Lot of Pears
I don't know if it's just a local phenomenon, but every pear tree that I've seen this year is absolutely bursting with fruit; and being the frugal girl that I
Recipes to Cool You Off - Cold Foods for Warm Weather
A collection of recipes for cold sandwiches, soups and desserts.
Recipes to Warm You Up
Staying warm this winter doesn't have to mean warming up to a large utility bill. Crank up your internal furnace with these warm-you-up foods and drinks:
Recipes to Warm You Up - Warm Foods for Cold Weather
Recipes to keep you warm, without cranking up the heat.
Recycle Your Christmas Cards
Turn a creative eye on them, and this year's Christmas cards could become next year's gifts and gift wrap: Christmas Card Placemats Christmas Card
Recycled Christmas Ornaments
Need a few ornaments to fill out your tree, or maybe just an activity to keep your kids busy? Then, check out Sherri Osborn's collection of recycled Christmas
Recycled Sweater Projects
Looking for something to keep you busy while the weather has you trapped indoors? Try one of these recycled sweater projects: Sweater Pillows Sweater
Recycling Craft: Denim Pocket Purse
Do the heat and gas prices have you stuck indoors? If so, now is a great time to get started on your Christmas gifts. Grab a pair of worn out jeans from your
Recycling Crafts
Take the cost out of crafting by working with recycled materials. Here are lots of fun projects to try:
Recycling Crafts
Looking for a way to bring down the cost of crafting? Then, skip the craft store; and take a trip around your house instead. You can create all sorts of clever
Red Cinnamon Fruit
Take advantage of fall's bounty with this reader-submitted recipe for red cinnamon pears or apples:
Red Wine Substitute
If you need a good substitute for red wine, try one of these non-alcoholic options:
Redbox: Get Two Free Rentals a Week
Have you been taking advantage of Redbox's Free Movie Mondays? If so, you're going to love this: for the month of March, Redbox is offering a second free
Refashion Your Wardrobe
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
Refill the Engine with Oil
Learn how to change your own oil, and skip the quick lube.
Refrigerator Efficiency - Increase the Efficiency of Your Refrigerator
New or old there's a way to increase the efficiency of every refrigerator. Here's how to do it:
Refrigerator Maintenance-How to Clean and Maintain Your Refrigerator
Learn what it takes to keep your fridge running efficiently.
Refrigerator Tea
Brew iced tea in the fridge.
Regifting: Yay or Nay?
Regifting--it seems to be one of those ideas that you either love or hate. I for one think it's okay, but only when it's done right. I wouldn't, for example,
Relish
A definition of relish.
Relish Recipes
Explore our collection of fruit and vegetable relishes, and discover new ways to use up your garden's bounty.
Remove Crayon - Use Vinegar to Remove Crayon
Learn how to remove crayon marks from your walls the frugal way.
Remove Permanent Marker - How to Remove Permanent Marker from Hard Plastics
Learn a simple trick for removing permanent marker from hard plastic yard sale finds.
Remove the Bundt Cake Candle from the Mold
Learn the proper procedure for removing a candle from a candle mold.
Remove the Old Oil Filter
How to locate and remove an oil filter.
Remove the Sleeves
Instructions for turning t-shirts into resusable shopping totes.