Have you all been to Dollar Tree lately? I know they have gone up on prices, but the upcharge hasn’t deterred me from shopping there. Honestly some of the stuff they have in stock you couldn’t get anywhere else for $1.25. I will probably always venture inside the store to see what they have. This […]
Frugal Tips
20 Tips for a Zero Waste Life
Recently I’ve been reading Anita Vandyke’s book “A Zero Waste Life in Thirty Days.” It suggests that you can reduce your waste by 80% using the tips in the book. However, it also offers realistic alternatives for people who want to reduce waste but aren’t going to hit those zero waste levels quite, yet. Reducing […]
Things I Got Cheap This Week
I know you guys love a good freebie. For this week, I’ve been scouring the web to see what I can get for the low. I found a few interesting and discounted deals, but I also got some freebies. Here are the things I got cheap this week. Shay HuntleyShatel Huntley has a Bachelor’s degree […]
Things I Do To Stay Frugal
I would say I am in the lower end of the middle class, but I do very well for myself. I can travel the world, drive a decent car, have a nice home, and eat out every day if I want to. Those are the things that matter to me. With that being said, there […]
6 Easy-To-Make Odor Eliminators for Frugal Cleaning
There are quite a few unpleasant smells in our homes, aren’t there? From stinky feet to pet accidents, things get stinky at home. And because we have lots of fabrics in our homes (bedding, upholstery, etc.), those smells can definitely linger if we don’t clean them up quickly. Luckily, there are lots of great easy-to-make […]
Frugal One-Day Vacation
I just got back from Jamaica yesterday. I had a fabulous time living high up on a mountainside in a luxe villa. There was car service, a private chef, and even turndown service. It was a thrill. I enjoyed the food, culture, and beautiful beaches. My favorite part was hanging out with friends to celebrate […]
My 5 Frugal Goals for January 2022
Some people make New Year’s Resolutions. Other people choose not to. I tend to land somewhere in between. I choose a word of the year to guide me. Then I move forward with monthly goals in various aspects of my life. I got a bit off track with my financial goals in the past couple […]
How To Save Money on Shaving
We have to take part in several everyday tasks. That includes showering, shopping, eating, and even taking a break. With those activities come expenses we must incur, some on more of a regular basis than others. One of the tasks we have to take part in regularly is shaving. Depending on the technique you use, […]
How to Decorate a Rental Bedroom on a Budget
You’ve rented a room in a house or you’re seeking to update the bedroom in your rental house. However, you don’t want to spend a lot of money upgrading a rental room. Luckily, you have a lot of affordable options. It’s truly possible to decorate a rental bedroom on a budget. Here are some top […]
After Holiday Sales
This is my favorite time of year. Yes, Christmas just ended, but the fun has just begun. Alongside New Year’s popping up around the corner, this is the best shopping season for next year. All of the holiday items at your favorite stores are probably on sale right now. Not to mention, some end-of-season sales […]