‘SIMPLE FRUGAL LIVING’ Archives
How to Keep Romance in Your Budget
How to Keep Romance in Your Budget Submitted by: Kira @ Tip Hero 04/21/2010 5:58 PM While trying to live a frugal life, there are undoubtedly some comforts that we learn to live without. Kevin over at perkstreet financial insists that romance not be one of those things that we let go. It is extremely important not to [...]
Treat Yourself to a New Compost Bin!
6 Easy Ways to Make Your Own Compost Bins Submitted by: Tip Hero 04/05/2010 5:10 PM Composting is a great way to recycle your food waste into a nutrient-rich soil for your yard and garden. Instead of going out and spending $100 or more on a store-bought compost barrel, you can make your own with a few tools and a few everyday items for a lot [...]
Good News: eBay Lifts Ban
We're happy to bring you good news about eBay purchases this morning! Well, apparently it isn't new "news" - it's more like news that has been kept secret since July. eBay Lifts Ban on Teachers' Manuals By Ina Steiner AuctionBytes.com March 17, 2010 Some online sellers were surprised to learn that eBay had lifted a ban on [...]
Top 50 Education Tech Blogs and More
Lots of interesting, education-related news and resources have hit over the last few days, so here’s a round-up of some of the most important for Parents at the Helm. TOP 50 EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY BLOGS From “The Learning Master,” 3.5.10 With so many to pick from, I hope you'll find something that makes your home learning experience [...]
Betsy McCall Print-and-Play Paper Dolls!
What fun - what nostalgia - what little girl could resist Betsy McCall paper dolls? Just click on the link and they're available to print-and-play online! The collection includes a doll (or two) plus a few outfits for every month of the years 1951 - 1961. I'll be wishing everyone snow so you have lots of times for these oldies-but-goodies. [...]