Using Plastic Containers for Frugal Summer Fun

This past winter, I wrote a post suggesting you save your plastic containers for the children to use this summer. If you have a collection of these plastic necessities, hand them over to your children and watch their imagination soar. My children helped me compile this list of ideas on how they like to use plastic containers in the summer. Grow your own mini garden. Make giant ice cubes for the pool. Use the bowls to hold paint and [+]

Using Peroxide as a Green and Frugal Cleaner

A while back, I heard about using hydrogen peroxide as a cleaner and gave it a shot.  I have to admit, it didn't work for me. However, last week I tried again and I love it! When I used this spray in our bathroom, I was pleased with the results. It tackled hairspray where some commercial cleaners will not and left a non-streak shine on the faucets and mirrors. I tried it in the kitchen [+]

Shopping for Free

I love going to my local consignment shop because I usually shop for free. Sound to good to be true? It's not and it just takes a little planning. At the beginning of each season, I am faithful to make my appointment to bring in the items I want to sell. I usually make two appointments since I have growing children and she has an item limit. Then, a few weeks later when I [+]