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These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Slash Your Grocery Bill
13 tried-and-true grocery savings strategies.
Stockpile List
A free, printable list of what to stockpile.
Budget Worksheet
Take the pain out of creating a budget with this free budget form.
Save on Organics
Ten ways to squeeze organics into your budget.
Buttermilk Substitute
No need to buy buttermilk. This simple substitute works just as well, and it only takes five minutes to make.
Cheapest Produce By Month
A guide to when all of your favorite fruits and vegetables are in season--and cheapest.
Lower Electric Bill
Kiss that big electric bill good-bye.
Start Living the Frugal Life
Ease into the frugal life with these ten tips.
How to Get Free Food
Nine ways to eat for free.
Create a Bare Bones Budget
Take your spending down to the bare essentials, and get your finances back on track.
I Can Freeze That?
Learn how to freeze eggs, milk, whole tomatoes and more.
Create a Frugal Budget
Create a frugal budget to match your frugal lifestyle.
Save Money on Meat
11 ways to save money on meat (without going vegetarian).
Organic Grocery Coupons
Here's how to get coupons for all of your favorite organic foods and products
Printable Price Book
Track your grocery spending with a price book, and ensure you get the best deal every time.
Monthly Spending Worksheet
Track where your money is going with this free printable worksheet.
Monthly Spending Plan
Customize your budget to each month's expenses in seven easy steps.
Best Time to Buy Everything
A month-by-month guide to the biggest bargains
Yeast Substitute
Out of yeast or turned off by the price? Here's a simple yeast substitute to try.
Get Rid of Credit Card Debt
A step-by-step guide to getting out of debt.
How to Freeze Apples
Learn how to freeze apples, and you'll be able to freeze them when they're at their cheapest.
Advanced Couponing Strategies
Take couponing to the next level.
Earn Extra Money
Easy ways to increase your income.
Eating Healthy on a Budget
Eating healthy doesn't have to wreck your budget.
Painless Ways to Cut Spending
Cut your costs the painless way.
Frugal Living - QuickTips
An index of QuickTips for the Frugal Living guide site.
Baking Powder Recipe
Discover how easy it is to make your own baking powder.
Mystery Shopping
All about mystery shopping.
Frugal Hobbies
Hobbies that won't break the bank, and some that will even save you money.
Honey Substitute
Honey too pricey for your frugal tastes? Then, give this simple substitute a go.
What is Frugal Living?
Learn what frugal living is all about.
Recession-Proof Your Finances
Nine things that you can do to plan for and survive a recession
Bare Bones Budgeting
Strapped for cash? A bare-bones budget could be the fix you're looking for.
Clean with Vinegar
Vinegar-based cleaner recipes for use in the kitchen, bathroom and everywhere in between.
Household Savings
Does your household budget need a trim? Consider these seven sources for savings.
Pear Butter Recipe
Have more pears than you know what to do with? Pear butter is a tasty solution.
Powdered Sugar Recipe
No need to pay a premium for powdered sugar, you can make it yourself.
Calculate Your Debt Load
Calculate your total debt load, then form a plan to zap it.
Free/ Low-Cost Christmas Gifts
Eight free and low-cost Christmas gifts that you can make in a flash.
Save Money at Target
Seven ways to save more at Target. Do you know all of them?
Make Vegetable Broth
Learn how to make your own vegetable broth, and you'll never have to buy it again.
How to Stretch Ground Beef
Simple ways to make your ground beef go further.
How to Make Brown Sugar
Need brown sugar for a recipe? Make your own, and save a trip to the store.
Coupon Effectively
Learn the ins and outs of couponing.
Financial Goals Worksheet
Set financial goals, and take charge of your financial future.
Frugal Worksheets
Free, printable worksheets to get you started on the path to frugality.
Homemade Carpet Cleaner
Keep your carpets clean with two homemade carpet cleaning products: a cleaning solution for steam machines and a spot remover.
Cooking with TVP
Learn how to save money with TVP, and experiment with some meatless recipes.
Make Your Own Flea Spray
Keep the fleas off your pup for pennies a week.
Smart Debt Reduction Moves
Start your debt pay off with these smart money moves.
Six Ways to Eat Out for Less
Eating out can be a real pleasure when you know how to do it for less.
Break the Spending Habit
Ten ways to break the spending habit.
Homemade Gifts for Kids
A collection of free and cheap homemade gifts for kids.
Clever Uses for Ice Cube Trays
Find a new use for your long-forgotten ice cube trays
Uses for Newspaper Sleeves
4 Money-saving uses for plastic newspaper sleeves.
Italian Seasoning Recipe
Make your own Italian seasoning using spices that you already have on hand.
Frugal Living - HowTos
An index of HowTos for the Frugal Living guide site.
Get Rid of Roaches Naturally
Want to kill roaches naturally and affordably? Here's the answer!
Rust Remover Recipes
Zap rust without zapping your hard-earned dollars.
Foaming Soap Recipe
Have you purchased one of the new foaming hand soap dispensers? Learn how to make your own frugal refills.
The Envelope System
Take control of your spending with the envelope budgeting system.
Holiday Spending Worksheet
Learn how to budget holiday spending; and enjoy a debt-free, stress-free season.
Make Your Own Drain Cleaner
Clean stinky drains with this simple two-ingredient drain cleaner.
Refrigerator Maintenance
Learn what it takes to keep your fridge running efficiently.
Fix Stiff Line-Dried Clothes
Like Lined-drying, but hate stiff clothes? Here's the answer.
Scrap Soup
Transform your meal scraps into a tasty soup.
Homemade Flea Bath
Kill and repel fleas with this simple flea bath recipe
Frugal Food Gifts
Food gifts that are easy on the budget and the taste buds.
Senior Discount Directory
Loads of senior discounts for the taking.
Meat Tenderizer
Transform cheap cuts of meat into tender and juicy cuts with one simple trick.
Get Paid to Take Surveys
Learn the ins and outs of taking online surveys, and add to your income.
Wants vs. Needs
Learn how to tell distinguish between needs and wants, and you'll spend less.
Get Rid of Ants
Six proven home remedies for ants.
Uses for Vinegar
Vinegar-based recipes for cleaners, health and beauty products, pet supplies and more.
Organize Your Finances
A step-by-step guide to smarter, more organized money management.
Freeze Tomatoes
Freeze your homegrown tomatoes for use year round.
Lower Your Phone Bill
Seven ways to cut your phone costs.
What is Freeganism?
Find out what the freegan lifestyle is all about.
All-Purpose Cleaner Recipe
Make your own all-purpose cleaner, and enjoy a cleaner home for less.
Pear Sauce Recipe
Turn a big pile of pears into delicious pear sauce.
Save on Your Cell Phone Bill
Cut your cell phone bill down to size with these tips.
Save Money on Water Bill
Reduce your water bill with these water-saving tips.
Frugal Frittata
Recycle your leftovers into something exciting and new.
Make Crayons
Turn crayon stubs into colorful new crayons.
Frugal Debt Reduction Ideas
Discover frugal ways to banish your debts.
Vinegar: Laundry Stain Remover
How to remove 16 of your toughest laundry stains with vinegar.
Nearly-Free Stain Removers
Discover cheap alternatives to stain removal sprays.
Stainless Steel Cleaner
Are your stainless steel appliances covered in fingerprints? Here's how to clean them on the cheap.
Weekly Sales Ads
Find out what's on sale at all of your favorite stores, without having to buy a paper.
Stuffed Peppers
Go meatless and save.
Frugal Toilet Cleaner
The frugal and effective toilet bowl cleaner.
Start an Emergency Fund
Srart an emergency fund, and protect your finances from the unexpected.
Make Your Own Dog Shampoo
A dog shampoo recipe that'll do wonders for your dog's coat and your budget.
Get Serious About Saving
Not sure how to fit saving into your budget? Give these simple ideas a try.
Harvesting Tree Nuts
Learn how to identify and harvest tree nuts, and uncover a new source for free food.
Goodwill Outlet Locations
Addresses for all of the Goodwill Outlet Store locations.
Make a Sweater Bag
Turn your never-worn sweaters into fun sweater bags and totes.
Frugal Mold & Mildew Remover
Fight the mold and mildew in your bathroom the cheap and healthy way.
Cut Back on Extras
Find and trim the fat in your budget.
Annual Spending Worksheet
Learn how to build annual expenses into your monthly budget.
Homemade Bleach
An inexpensive and non-toxic alternative to chlorine bleach.
Homemade Fertilizer Recipes
Four homemade fertilzer recipes to make and try.
Acne Home Remedy
Treat acne for pennies a day.
Clean with Baking Soda
Baking soda-based cleaning recipes.
How to Make Beef Broth
Learn how to make your own beef broth, and you'll never need to buy canned again.
Harvest English Walnuts
Learn the ins and outs of harvesting English walnuts.
Frugal Kids' Crafts
Loads of frugal and fun projects for kids.
Vegetarian Calzone
Calzones are a easy and cheap to make at home.
Homemade Fabric Softener
Fight static cling with this ultra-cheap alternative to commerical fabric softener.
Frugal Sewing Projects
Use your sewing skills to save money.
Dandruff_Shampoo_Recipe
End your battle with dandruff once and for all with this frugal fix.
Earn Money from Hobbies
Turn your hobby into a source of income, and get paid to play.
Get Rid of Fruit Flies
Rid your home of fruit flies with a simple, homemade trap.
Tomato Juice Recipe
Turn some of your homegrown tomatoes into tomato juice, and you'll be set for soup season.
Homemade Butter in a Jar
Make your own butter and buttermilk at home.
Applesauce
Turn a big pile of apples into a big batch of homemade applesauce.
Make Freezer Jam
Freezer jam instructions and recipes.
Uses for Old Jeans
Fun projects that start with a pair of worn out jeans.
Homemade Deodorant
Store-bought deodorants have nothing on this homemade deodorant.
Dishwasher Detergent Recipe
Make your own dishwasher detergent for cheaper, healthier dishwashing.
Frugal Air Freshener
Freshen your home with the help of vinegar.
Frugal Dishwasher Rinse Agent
Try this substitute for pricey dishwasher rinse agents.
Bread Machine Wheat Bread
Enjoy wholesome wheat bread without all of the work.
Cut Holiday Spending
Twelve ways to cut your holiday costs.
Leave-In Conditioner Recipe
Make your own leave-in conditioner, and blast those tangles and frizzies away.
Homemade Hamburger Buns
Learn how to make your own hamburger buns, and you'll never want another fast food burger.
Uses for Borax
Borax-based recipes for cleaners, pesticides and more.
Pear Freezer Jam
A simple recipe for pear freezer jam with pure pear taste.
Gift Spending Worksheet
A free, printable holiday gift spending worksheet to help keep your holiday spending in check.
Frugal Teeth Whitener
Want whiter teeth without the hefty price tag? Here's the answer.
Rent College Textbooks
Switch from buying college textbooks to renting college textbooks and save.
Wine Cork Wreath
Recycle corks into a one-of-a-kind wreath.
Trim Your Budget
Trim the fat in your find, and use your money for more important things.
Hair Spray Recipe
Freeze that 'do in place with your own homemade hair spray.
Uses for Buttons
Clever craft uses for old buttons.
Uses for Baking Soda
Baking soda-based recipes for cleaners, health and beauty products, pet supplies and more.
How to Make Sweater Mittens
Don't throw out that old sweater! Turn it into a pair of mittens instead.
How to Care for Cast Iron
A guide to proper cast iron cleaning and maintenance.
How to Make Kettle Corn
Enjoy kettle corn without the carnival price.
Frugal Travel
A step-by-step guide to frugal travel.
Homemade Glass Cleaner
Make your own glass cleaner, and get streak-free windows for less.
Make Your Own Marinade
Mix together a few ingredients to create your own cheap, but flavorful marinade.
Make Magazine Storage Boxes
Turn cereal boxes into magazine storage boxes.
Bargain Craft Supplies
How to find cheap craft supplies at thrift stores.
How to Scent Vinegar
Learn how to give vinegar a more pleasant scent.
Sell Your Stuff for Cash
Find out who's willing to pay you the most for your used stuff.
Homemade Mouthwash
Use a pantry staple to make your own mouthwash.
Frugal Laundry Booster
Whiten your whites and remove your toughest laundry stains the frugal way.
Fruit and Veggie Wash
A recipe for fruit and vegetable wash.
How to Harvest Pecans
Learn how to get pecans from tree to table.

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