It’s time for another “Project Made Simple” by Walmart! If you remember from last time when I tried replacing a faucet–Walmart has a great new section on their website called “Projects Made Simple” with step by step videos breaking down a variety of different home improvement projects and making them simple and easy to do…. Keep Reading
Video Answer: Do You Start Seeds? Do Your Kids Complain?
The video response video was very popular, so here is another one from that same Q&A session. Enjoy! Leslie asks: Do you start your own seeds? How big is your garden? Ruthie & Leslie ask: Do your children ever complain about their frugal life? Since folks were wondering what Princess and Buddy thought of our… Keep Reading
DIY Halloween Projects from the Archive
I can’t believe that October is almost half over! Halloween will be here before you know it. Although I’ve got some great new projects up my sleeve, I wanted to take a few minutes to remind you and redirect you to two of the fun Halloween projects we’ve done here in the past on Frugal… Keep Reading
Frugal Update: 4-9-11
It’s been a long time since I’ve done a “Frugal Update” video blog-so here we go! (Note: if you get these post via email and the video doesn’t show up, click here: Frugal Update 4-9-11) Here are the notes to go with the video: I mentioned several books in the update that I have borrowed… Keep Reading
DIY Floor Lamp Remake
This month Walmart’s DIY Challenge was to do something to get ready for spring. Now, there are lots of great DIY projects out there to get ready for spring-gardening, spring cleaning, Easter, porch and patio decorations. . . but when it’s 30 degrees out and the kids keep having school canceled for snow days it’s… Keep Reading
Recipe & Video: Bourbon Chicken
Looking for a tasty meal your whole family will enjoy that doesn’t break the bank? Try this Bourbon Chicken! I recently used this recipe for my Walmart Mom Meal Challenge-and was able to make this restaurant style meal for just $2.21 a serving (see math & recipe below the video tutorial). $$$ Let’s talk money… Keep Reading
Shopping for Hunger
Walmart gave all of the Walmart Moms a challenge-How much food could we buy for their Fighting Hunger Drive for $50? I was happy to take my gift card and head on in to Walmart with all my little tips and tricks to see how well I could do. I documented the trip in a… Keep Reading
DIY: The Halloween Hand
Need a quick, cute and and frugal Halloween themed treat for your child’s classroom, a holiday party or just for fun? Try making Halloween Hands! Not only are these adorable, but they are also fairly low sugar-a fact that teachers and parents alike will appreciate. This video tutorial will show you how simple they are… Keep Reading
DIY: Frugal Halloween Trash Bag Wreath
Looking for a Halloween decorating project that is easy, inexpensive and looks great? Try making a frugal Halloween Trash Bag Wreath-not only is it “all of the above” it will also last for years! For those of you without the time (or patience) to watch a 3 minute video (*pthhth!*) here is the written tutorial:… Keep Reading
