Whatever your reasons, you have come to the right place! I have learned a lot about saving money
during my lifetime, and I am eager to share my ideas with you. I would also love to hear your ideas and
share them with my other readers on this site.
Together we can learn how to live better on less!
Hi! My name is Holly, and my adult life has been one financial challenge after another! The benefit of this
is that I have learned a lot of ways to cut expenses and save money and still have a good life -
one in which I can afford the things that are truly important to me.
You, too, can master the art of frugal living and save money while still having the things in life that are
important to you.
Although most of the tips I am offering are things I have actually practiced,
there is no one-size-fits-all formula. You have to take the suggestions that suit
your personality and lifestyle.
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Frugal living ideas for saving money throughout your home: ways save water & ele
Frugal living ideas can save you more money than you can imagine! Learn how to spend less and live better!
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Cleaning with vinegar is inexpensive and environmentally friendly
Cleaning with vinegar: How to get your whole house clean without using harsh chemical cleansers
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Save electricity: Cut costs by lowering your electric bill with these green ener
Lots of ways to save electricity
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Laundry Tips: ways to cut your laundry expenses and still have dazzlingly clean
Laundry tips: money saving ideas for everyone
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Making homemade fabric softener is easy, saves money, and is environmentally fri
Make your own homemade fabric softener using inexpensive, all natural ingredients
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Best ideas for frugal food: whether at home or away
Tips for frugal food: creating menus, recipes for inexpensive meals, ways to use leftovers, and ways to save money when eating out.
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Frugal grocery shopping
Frugal grocery shopping can help you to cut what is likely one of your biggest monthly expenses!
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A frugal menu can help you to save money, eat healthier, and make your life easi
Your guide to planning a frugal menu; learn how to make use of what you have on hand to save money
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Learn about using leftovers to help you to save money, eat healthier, and make y
Your guide to using leftovers for great meals on a budget. Learn how to make use of what you have on hand to save money.
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Frugal recipes that make use of lower-cost ingredients such as tuna, potatoes,
Quick and easy frugal recipes that save time and money
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Crock pot meals: Save money and time with easy and healthful slow cooker meals
Crock pot meals made with these budget recipes are easy and tasty; less exepensive, tougher cuts of meat come out melt-in-your-mouth tender after a day in the slow cooker.
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Easiest lasagne recipe ever! Cooks in the crock pot while you work or play!
A lasagne recipe that is frugal and easy! Less than $2. per serving and it cooks in the crock pot!
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Crockpot Beef Stroganoff: an elegant meal but easy and inexpensive
Crockpot Beef Stroganoff couldn't be easier or more economical - made from stew meat in the crock pot!
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Vegetarian recipes: Meat is expensive! Try these frugal and healthy low-cost mea
Vegetarian recipes for those wanting to save money by eating meat less often
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Vegetarian chili: a fast and easy recipe when you are running short on ideas
vegetarian chili: Made from vegetable juice and canned goods that you have on hand
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Richly delicious lasagna recipe: frugal enough for every day; elegant enough for
A delicious mushroom lasagna recipe, you will never believe from the rich taste that has no meat!
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Bean and cheese burritos: a fast and easy recipe when you are running short on i
Bean and cheese burritos: a kid-friendly, quick and easy recipe
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White bean dip recipe: frugal enough for every day; elegant enough for company!
A delicious bean dip recipe; simple and inexpensive to make
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Thick vegetable Soup recipe: inexpensive warm and hearty dinner idea!
Low calorie vegetable Soup recipe: only 92 calories per serving!
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White bean soup with tomatoes, zucchini and basil
Hearty vegetarian white bean soup recipe
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Pasta E Fagioli recipe: hearty vegetarian soup with pasta
Pasta E Fagioli: traditional Italian soup with beans, vegetables, and pasta
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No-Crust Artichoke Quiche Recipe: easy vegetarian recipe for an inexpensive meal
Artichoke Quiche Recipe: Simple 4-ingredient recipe!
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Vegetarian Split Pea Soup recipe: inexpensive warm and hearty dinner idea!
Vegetarian Split Pea Soup recipe: only 200 calories
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Black Bean Enchilada Recipe: homemade vegetarian enchiladas hot from your oven!
Vegetarian enchilada recipe made with black beans and lot of gooey melty cheese!
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Homemade pancake recipe: Making your own pancakes from scratch is healthier and
Delicious Homemade Pancake Recipe to make your own pancakes using healthful ingredients without additives or preservatives
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Make your own homemade pizza - hot and fresh and just the way you like it!
How to make homemade pizza: Creative toppings pizza crust recipe, vegetable pizza, pizza sauce recipe
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Bread machine pizza dough / pizza crust recipe: How to make pizza easily at home
The best bread machine pizza dough! Closest to pizza parlor crust I have found!
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Grow your own Herbs: Even if you have no gardening skills, growing herbs inside
Grow your own Herbs: For a small investment you can easily grow fresh herbs to use all summer long!
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Frugal Holidays: Ways to save money on holiday entertaining, decorating, gifts,
Find ideas and suggestions for celebrating frugal holidays: decorating, recipes, holiday budgeting and more.
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Frugal gifts and Christmas gift ideas for everyone on your list
The best frugal gifts and homemade gift basket ideas for the holidays and other occasions
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Homemade presents, homemade food gifts, homemade gift baskets for holidays, bir
Homemade presents: The best easy homemade gifts YOU can make for the holidays or anytime!
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Homemade Candles in a teacup: how to make candles as homemade Christmas gifts
Homemade Candles in a teacup! Make these easy homemade gifts and delight your friends and family!
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Homemade hot cocoa mix or hot chocolate mix: Use this easy homemade recipe to ma
Homemade hot cocoa mix is one of the easiest homemade food gifts - warm and welcome by everyone!
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Favorite pumpkin bread recipe: healthy, moist and flavorful!
My award-winning pumpkin bread recipe; lower in sugar than most
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Creative gift wrapping ideas to give your gifts that personal touch and save mon
Creative gift wrapping ideas: the best ways to make your gifts look extra special
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Ideas for frugal moms: Saving on kids' stuff
Information for frugal moms everywhere! Want to save money on kid's clothes, activities, costumes, and more? Let's go!
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Baby Stuff: Saving Big on Little One's Things
Baby stuff: save money on feeding, clothing, and misc items for your baby
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Join a babysitting co-op or start your own: get free child care and make new fri
Joining a babysitting co-op can save you a lot of money and allow you to have some time for yourself
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Healthy snacks for kids: Snacking is a great way to add more nutrition to your c
Choose healthy snacks for kids to maintain even energy levels and manage hunger between meals
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Frugal entertainment - spending less on fun, relaxation, and time with friends.
Frugal entertainment: Family fun on a budget
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Frugal Fashion: How to look great without spending a fortune!
Tips and Frugal Fashion ideas to help you stretch your clothing budget
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Clothing consignment stores: The budget fashionista's guide to shopping consignm
Shopping clothing consignment stores is the best way to save money on your wardrobe
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Frugal beauty tips to help you spend less and look like a million!
Frugal beauty tips: save money on makeup, cosmetics, and looking good.
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Pedicure at home: Nicely groomed toenails and feet without the cost of going to
How to do a pedicure at home: Supplies needed and steps for doing
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Homemade beauty products: By following a few simple steps and using basic ingred
Homemade beauty products that you can make at home using common household products
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Frugal wedding ideas: how to afford the day of your dreams!
Lots of frugal wedding ideas for saving on the food, flowers, favors, and everything else.
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Making a Budget is essential for living well in tough economic times. Let's get
Making a Budget that works for you and sticking with it.
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Living on a budget: Creating a budget is the easy part. Now you have to figure o
Tips for living on a budget and sticking with it
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Lunch Ideas to save you money and help you to eat a healthier diet
Lunch Ideas: Eat healthier and save money by packing a lunch for work or school
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Nutritious granola cookies: a delicious breakfast to go or lunchbox addition
Applesauce granola cookies for a nutritious breakfast on the run or a lunchbox dessert
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E-cig: Benefits and explainations of the electronic cigarette
E-cig: what are electronic cigarettes and why would you use them?
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Extra income ideas: use your unique expertise to start your own at-home business
Extra income ideas for retirees, stay-at-home-moms, students and YOU!
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Want to make extra cash? Turn your hobby into a source of income and make money
Use your hobby to make extra cash doing what you love
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Declutter your home and your life: tips to help you free up physical space in yo
How to Declutter your home successfully
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Using consignment shops for selling your unwanted items: trash to treasure!
Consignment shops: how to choose the right one and prepare your items for sale
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Garage sale tips: Trash to treasure ideas to sell more stuff; bring in more mone
Garage Sale Tips: How to Plan and Carry Out a Successful Garage or Yard Sale
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Frugal Living Interviews
Frugal Living Interviews by experts in the fields of living frugally, organization, and more
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Interview with Stephanie O'Dea, Author of Totally Together Journal and Make it F
Stephanie O'Day shares her thoughts about her Totally Together Journal
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Interview with Paula Wethington, Author of Monroe on a Budget
The woman behind Monroe on a budget shares her thoughts about frugal living
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Talking Mummy Deals with Clair Boone: frugal tips, easy recipes, and freebies!
Interview with Mummy Deals' Clair Boone and tons of ways to save money in everyday life
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Interview with Darcy Cruwys, founder of Swap Mamas
Darcy Cruwys is the founder of Swap Mamas, a group of moms over 4000 strong whose motto is Smarter, Greener, and Kicking the Economy to the Curb!
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About me: How my life has influenced me to write about frugal living
About me: The author of Frugal Living Now talks about her frugal life
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Contact me with comments or suggestions, to ask questions, or to submit your own frugal ideas or tips you would like to share.
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Make a cardboard playhouse for hours of indoor fun!
How to make a homemade cardboard playhouse for your kids; diy playhouse
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Homemade wedding favors: craft ideas to help the frugal bride save money and exp
The best homemade wedding favors: express your appreciation to your wedding guests
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Shopping garagesales: what to look for in garage sale ads and other tips
8 tips for shopping garagesales for kids clothes and toys
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Homemade cleaning products: Make your own with natural and non-toxic household i
The best homemade cleaning products: save money with these green cleaning products!
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