A Crunchy Baby Registry: Nursery

A Crunchy Baby Registry – Nursery: things you NEED (or should make) before baby comes. An alternative baby supply list for frugal moms, hippies, poor people, and mothers of oopsies.

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A Crunchy Baby Registry: 34 Things You NEED (or should make) Before Baby Comes

A Crunchy Baby Registry: 34 things you NEED (or should make) before baby comes. An alternative baby supply list for frugal moms, hippies, poor people, and mothers of oopsies.

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Use It Up Adage From World War II Free Printable

In World War II a poster was distributed that said the following:
USE IT UP – WEAR IT OUT – MAKE IT DO!
This is an adage that is near and dear to every frugal heart.
I have created a free printable PDF to help remind you.

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Teen Zombie Walk Makeup with Frugal Recipes

Recently my tweens participated in a zombie walk for the Buffalo Library (event on Facebook). I did a basic makeup job myself. I am by no means a makeup artist, but I did spend some time perusing the web and … Continue reading

Care Package for the Hard Times Kitchen – Calculating Price Per Serving

Here is a table listing some common ingredients and their prices per several different measurements. Your cost per serving will vary widely depending on many factors, but here are some numbers to start with. Ingredient prices per measurement Price Item … Continue reading

Care Package for the Hard Times Kitchen – Care Package

Items for your Care Package for the Hard Times Kitchen Most of these items are cheaper per unit in larger/bulk amounts, so those save you money in the long run. But if you have a limited amount of dollars to … Continue reading

Care Package for the Hard Times Kitchen – Shopping List

First priority $19.24: Frozen chubs of ground turkey (from Save a lot .69/lb) $2.80 for 4 lb Realistically 5 lb ground beef value pack for $9.45, or 2 3 lb whole chickens will give you 4 lb of meat you … Continue reading

Cleaning Secret Weapons – Frugal Tips

I have been cleaning houses for several years. I have worked in a pet boarding facility, and an assisted living facility. Between babies, pets, and old people, I’ve cleaned it all. What are my secret weapons for housecleaning? Tips for … Continue reading

Cleaning Secret Weapons – Frugal, Natural Cleaners

I have been cleaning houses for several years. I have worked in a pet boarding facility, and an assisted living facility. Between babies, pets, and old people, I’ve cleaned it all.
What are my secret weapons for housecleaning?

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