Frugally Sustainable
A Resource for All Things Frugal and Sustainable
Debt is like any other trap, easy enough to get into, but hard enough to get out of. -Henry Wheeler Shaw There are a multitude of financial traps that have become prevalent in our society today. And no matter if you’re working hard to pay off debt or struggling to pay the bills, I have a feeling that we are all …
Being the outdoorsy family that we are — gardening, camping, hiking, and the like — insect repellent is a nice thing to have around, especially during the spring and summer months. And as with nearly every other household item, this all-natural bug spray can be handmade at home — in a frugal and eco-friendly way. It’s always nice to save money, protect …
I recently received a letter from a reader asking about herbs and where to start when using them: Hi there! I have been reading your blog this year and really enjoying it. I bought the stuff to make laundry soap and it cost less than a jug of Tide. My question is where to …
I may be a work-at-home mom — busy with keeping the home, homeschooling the children, and trying hard to save my family as much money as possible — but I love a pretty hair style. Not that it happens that much…but when we venture out, I see my long hair is a great, frugal accessory. Lilla Rose clips have been a new …
Repurposing greywater has been heavily publicized as being one of the most environmentally-friendly activities for the modern home, but did you know…it’s actually budget-friendly too! Today I want to share with you several ways to save money on your utility bill by learning how to repurpose the greywater generated by your household. So what is greywater? Greywater …
Everyone knows how passionate I am about gardening and growing-your-own — but I am equally as passionate about keeping backyard hens. Growing up, I don’t think — no, I know — my parents never even considered raising chickens; therefore, everything I’ve learned about them has come from my own research and trial and error. Backyard hens have been …
