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To deal with higher food prices coming: Continue to improve overall budget skills and reduce debt Harvest and preserve from the garden Improve kitchen skills so we can eat from the freezer all winter long Learn to dehydrate food Learn to pressure-can, to expand my range of...

I hate to see stuff go to waste too. I was thinking about this thread the last couple of days as I was sorting through the last of the chard which is badly infested with leaf miners. It was drudgerous, and took a long time to pick out the infested leaves, then chop, blanche & freeze. DBF...

SporTees, preserving winter or summer squash? I know about preserving winter squash - it lasts almost the whole winter if you store it in a cool, dry place. I still have a Triamble and a Kirkuzu from last fall. You can cut the winter squash in half, remove seeds, brush w/ oil, and bake in...

I blanched and froze some chard for the first time, (before the aphids got the rest of of it), I put some in chicken soup, but other than that. I'm kind of clueless about what to do with it. Any suggestions would be appreciated. People have been sharing this list with me lately when I gripe...

Stupid cat! Oh man.....that image was funny. It's much better when it's just chicken poo, and it's on the OUTSIDE of the shoe! Good luck finding a comfortable new pair of shoes, HeatherLynn. I lucked out at the goodwill and found a $5 pair of work shoes and a cheap pair of cowgirl boots for...

I really admire those of you who take on upholstery. New furniture is so expensive, that is a super-practical skill. I'm trying to be cash based, but it feels so raw not being able to buy whatever I want, whenever I want. (Wow, that sounds SO spoiled! HAHA) I know it will get easier as I...

Happy New Year Frugal Folks! Property tax is almost due, so I'm feeling rather tight with my $. That's a good thing for the budget. I want that feeling to last all year..... A sewing maching for $8! That is awesome! We keep a wishlist for garage sales, but that's a good idea to keep a...

HeatherLynn wrote: Maybe a couple new goals will help me stay on track or looking at a list of what all has improved because of the changes we have made. I think it's really good to reflect on the positive changes we have made. It's empowering. and woohoo, free corn! That would make my day...

Chicmom and In His Service, WE support you.....keep plugging away. This is the thread to read to stay enouraged. One of these days reluctant family members will realize your wisdom, and thank you for showing them the way.

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this thread! Good job, everyone, gettin' your frugal on! Thank you chic mom, for encouraging me to pass up Mcdonalds and have an egg for dinner, instead. With Rooster Sauce. It's great for anyone on a budget. It's made by Huy Fong Foods in Rosemead, CA. The bottle has a...

I simply ADORE this thread. I've been reading it for months, and I feel like I need to start at the beginning again. I've found SO much more than just frugality tips......there are some really sweet comments about the truly meaningful things in life. I like what Weesy68 wrote: I walk past...