The Tuttles' Madcap Adventures: Project: Pallet Garden Bed
We mentioned earlier (here) that we’ll need raised beds for our garden. We accumulated some pallets from friends and successfully made one garden bed per pallet. Here’s how we did it:
The used pallets…
Rolled Ribbon Rosette Hair Accessory Tutorial | The Motherload
affordable Easter from Amy at Momadvice (who, incidentally, made Elise’s very first bows!)
How to Ditch Your Cable Bill | The Motherload
Amy explains all the devices and services you need to watch TV without cable or satellite.
We’ve never had cable at home (too expensive/content often objectionable) so I’m grateful to learn these strategies.
How to Reduce Grocery Spending (Reader Q&A)
I like how Jessica answers, “Do you need to spend less?” because there is no magic number that’s right for every family. We have seen a huge jump in eating as our kids grow, much more than the 1 adult portion they added up to earlier.
Finding Dolly Freed - Possum Living
What happened to the teenager who wrote the 70s frugality book, Possum Living?
Ordo Amoris: Four Moms (Plus 1): Clothing
I enjoy Cindy’s contrarian advice, and after a few years of various hand-me-down systems, believe me—I get it!
In the little kid ages, however, I find that the bins are still easier than another trip to Walmart.
Looks like we’ll be doing this for St. Valentine’s Day.
I enjoy this blog and especially the photos of this DIY wedding in a tent. Despite my love of fresh flowers, I think the colors of the lanterns, paper garland, and butterfly bouquet (all make ahead) are equally effective.
Kitchen Tip Tuesdays: Tips for cooking with cast iron | Tammy’s Recipes
Cast iron cookware as a frugal alternative to nonstick Teflon skillets
Managing Clothes for a Large Family: 4 Moms | Raising Olives
Good advice on hand-me-downs for children. Keeping them beyond 3 years is too long for my family, as well. It is fun to pass them along and see what comes your way when the need arises!
Which is Cheaper for Diapers Now? Amazon Mom or Shopping In-Store? | Baby Cheapskate
Of interest to anyone who buys diapers on Amazon.
I do find a big convenience factor in everything I order there, and there is no sales tax (at least for now) which is an almost 10% savings here in Tennessee. However, I’m still not sure if Prime shipping will be worth it for our family in the long run.
The most exciting thing that has ever happened to me as a blogger :: Money Saving Mom®
This may be the fullest expression of Dave Ramsey’s suggestion to live frugally and give generously. Congratulations to Crystal!
Interesting links about frugality, thrift, hospitality, home decorating and more.
Although I bookmark these items for my own reference, maybe this food for thought will encourage you, too.
Proverbs 31 says that the ideal woman "is like the merchant ships, getting her food from afar." You can read about my family's creative adventures in thrift at the archives of http://likemerchantships.org
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