Archives for Frugality - Page 20
Minimalist Living and You
I think that when you say you want to live a minimalist life to someone, they get this institutional picture of white walls and little or no furniture. Kind of…
Spontaneity and Money
Last week, my partner and I decided to take the car to the mountains for a drive to see the aspens changing. This was a decision based on what was…
Frugal Ways to Put Color On Your Walls
Having white walls or blank walls may keep your home simple and if that is the direction you want to go than more power to you. However, decorating your home…
Many Uses for Towels
It can be embarrassing to put out threadbare towels for guests, but your rag box will only hold so much. So what do you do with the other towels? Old…
An Aversion to Generic
What are some things that you would not buy generic or 2nd hand? For Myself: 1. Underwear! - This includes socks and bras. 2. Exercise shoes '“ I buy shoes…
Buy Local Foods and Reduce Carbon Footprint
'œIn the long term, the economy and the environment are the same thing. If it's unenvironmental it is uneconomical. That is the rule of nature.' '“ Mollie Beattie I admit…
Slang Words for American Money
I've always been curious about some of the origins of different slang words we use for money - here is what I found: Buck '“ Popular in 1856; this was…
Three Ideas For An Inexpensive Business Gathering
Wednesday afternoon was the celebration marking this month as the grand opening of Treading Together LLC a speaker bureau, consulting, and management services firm. There were door prizes, interesting conversation,…
Thrifty Tips for Odor Removal
Natural ways to remove odors or cut down on them; because you don't want a face like this when you come into your home. Homemade Airfreshener 1- Check your cupboard…
Dollar-Par Is An Alternative But Effective Budgeting Method
Here is a budgeting idea that I've used from time-to-time for short or extended periods. The basic concept is similar to golf. In golf a hole is classified according to…