Queercents Weekly Roundup: Arts and Crafts
Recently I talked about how to try and save money while going out, but if hitting up clubs and pubs isn’t your thing, I love picking up new hobbies as a way to keep busy and learn valuable skills. For instance, I’m working on learning to sew so I can customize my apparel and learning to tune bikes. With that in mind, here’s a round up with a hobby inclination.
I discovered this watching a video feed called Crank My Chain! on Miro, a free program that essentially turns your computer into a tv. It uses “upcycling,” to create an awesome looking messenger bag out of those plastic bags that collect everywhere. (Be warned, it takes a while to get the ironing bit down.) (Read it at 5.)
Trent has fifty ways to entertain yourself, with links to a few more. Excercise caution though if trying #2! (Read it at The Simple Dollar)
If you’re just looking to get in shape without spending the money on a gym membership or equipment, Leo has the answer for you. (Read it at Zen Habits)
This survey by Mr. Credit Card is absolutely fascinating, and illuminating for anyone who has a credit card. It even has graphs. (Read it at Ask Mr. Credit Card)
Chris Schonberger and Stuart Schultz over at Brazen Careerist have some good advice if you’re just starting a new job. (Read it at Brazen Careerist)
In the continuing trend of FDIC concerns, fivecentnickel, attempts to answer the question of what happens to your CDs when a bank fails? (Read it at FiveCentNickel)
Other items of note: If you’re in New York City, The Frugal Duchess will be chatting up her new book at a Sip ‘n Save book party at Starbucks on Park Avenue.
Queercents flashback: If you have an old hobby you’re no longer into (in this case, comic book collecting), Dawn has suggestions for making money from it.
Hi Elizabeth
Thanks for highlighting the survey. Much appreciated.
Mr Credit Card