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Frugal Living

Tips for saving money.

Zucchini Bread

October 29, 2020August 17, 2020 by dberlanda
Decorate plate with slices of freshly baked zucchini bread

This zucchini bread recipe is so good! The zucchini bread is moist, and full of yummy spices – perfect on its own or slathered with cream cheese – and it it really easy to make. Make this two-loaf recipe now, and pop one loaf in the freezer to enjoy later. Zucchini Bread Recipe Ingredients for … Read more

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The Easy Way to Bake Your Own Bread

February 16, 2020 by dberlanda
Loaf of homemade bread, wood cutting board and serrated bread knife

You can easily bake your own bread for under a dollar a loaf! Use these simple ingredients, and save money.

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Must-Have Small Appliances for the Kitchen

February 16, 2020February 15, 2020 by dberlanda
Bread machine, Bunn coffee maker and a KitchenAid stand mixer

If lack of time is the reason for not cooking at home, here are 6 small appliances for the kitchen that will speed up cooking time.

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Building a Capsule Wardrobe

February 11, 2020January 27, 2020 by dberlanda
Classic wardrobe pieces for a capsule wardrobe

How to Build a Capsule Wardrobe. Sharing the secrets of how you can build a timeless and classic capsule wardrobe.

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Shop Your Own Closet – save money and create new outfits!

February 11, 2020January 27, 2020 by dberlanda
Two closets of clothing and one of shoes

No need to go clothes shopping when you can shop your own closet! You will save money and create new outfits to wear.

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Secrets to Getting the Best Deals on Clothes & Shoes

February 11, 2020January 27, 2020 by dberlanda
Black pumps with silver studs, black & white floral scarf and tweed bag

Save money with these secrets to getting the best deals on clothes and shoes.

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Make a Shopping List and Save Money

October 16, 2020January 26, 2020 by dberlanda
Three page shopping list template

Making a shopping list will save you money. Here is a free 3-page template to get you started.

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Essential Tools for DIY Projects

February 11, 2020January 26, 2020 by dberlanda
Assorted hand tools that every do-it-yourselfer needs

Whether you live in an apartment or a house, having some simple tools are essential if you want to save money on repairs and do some DIY projects.

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Smart Uses for Citrus Peels

February 11, 2020January 25, 2020 by dberlanda
Half of a lemon

If you eat a lot of citrus fruits, you are going to end up with a ton of peels. Don’t toss them out, because there are smart uses for those citrus peels!

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20 Cheap & Easy Alternatives to Disposables

February 11, 2020January 25, 2020 by dberlanda
This Blue Heaven vintage plate, saucer and teacup, vintage napkin holder, cloth napkin and stainless flatware are all cheap alternatives to their disposable counterparts.

This Blue Heaven vintage plate, saucer and teacup, vintage napkin holder, cloth napkin and stainless flatware are all cheap alternatives to their disposable counterparts.

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Easy Ways to Reduce Your Laundry Costs

October 8, 2020January 23, 2020 by dberlanda
White towels hanging on a clothesline to reduce laundry costs

Reduce your laundry costs with these easy tips!

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How Much Can You Save by Bringing Your Lunch to Work?

January 20, 2020 by dberlanda
Lunch bag and apple to save you money when you bring your lunch to work

The deli across the street from where I used to work charged $8.00 for HALF a sandwich. And that was for one of the least expensive sandwiches on the menu. Just for the sandwich. Getting a small bottle of iced tea was another $2.00. Ugh. It killed me every time I had to run over there if … Read more

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How to Make Awesome Pizza at Home

August 14, 2020January 13, 2020 by dberlanda
Pepperoni pizza baked at home

Step-by-step instructions on how to make awesome pizza at home.

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4 Easy Steps to End Food Waste

August 14, 2020January 8, 2020 by dberlanda
Jar of food, marker and masking tape

Have you ever found a container at the back of the fridge that looked like a science project? Or that condiment that you couldn’t remember when it was opened? Easy steps to end food waste right in your own home Spoiled food and questionable stuff that gets tossed out is a real waste of money, isn’t … Read more

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Save Money by Cooking from Scratch

October 8, 2020January 8, 2020 by dberlanda
Food mill, wooden pestle, stock pot, tomato, parsley and bottle of red wine

Making marinara is just one way to save money by cooking from scratch

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Ultimate Guide to Saving Money on Groceries

August 14, 2020January 7, 2020 by dberlanda
Cans of store brand vegetables are a great way to save money on groceries

Buying food is a necessity, but we might as well save a ton of money while we shop, right? When I shop, my goal is to get out of there as fast as possible while spending as little as possible. Since I have been doing this for years and <ahem> years, let me share with … Read more

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What to do with Leftover Sauerkraut

November 23, 2020January 6, 2020 by dberlanda
Leftover sauerkraut in a red plastic ice cube tray

Why is opening up a small can of sauerkraut like opening up a huge can of WhoopAss? It’s like the stuff expands as soon as the air hits it!

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How to Create Wearable Art

April 23, 2021January 5, 2020 by dberlanda
Handmade tan cotton top with custom stamp design

Making your own wearable art is a great way to add custom pieces to your wardrobe and get the exact look you want to reflect your style.

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How to Cook Acorn Squash

October 28, 2020January 4, 2020 by dberlanda
How to prepare and cook acorn squash grown in the garden

It’s simple to prepare and cook acorn squash, and it’s such a great addition to a meal! Baked with butter and brown sugar, acorn squash is a tradition every year at my family’s Thanksgiving dinner. But you don’t have to wait until November to make this delicious treat!

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Easy DIY Tags to Make With Recycled Paint Chips

October 28, 2020January 3, 2020 by dberlanda
DIY gift or price tags in three different sizes using recycled paint chips

DIY gift or price tags in three different sizes using recycled paint chips

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