Slow and steady is not so fashionable these days when it comes to creating and furnishing a comfortable home. But it is the more satisfying and economical approach.
frugal computing – upgrade your tech without downgrading your budget
Budgeting for and saving money on computers and other tech devices.
how to save money for your next big ticket purchase
Handing over cash for big ticket items rather than relying on debt is very satisfying. For most of us, it requires a little planning and saving. Here’s how to save for your your next big ticket item.
a household routine can save you money
Routines not only help you get the stuff done that needs to be done, saving you time and hassle, they can also save you money. Here’s how.
getting the most out of garage sales
If you think Boxing Day sales are a bargain hunter’s adrenalin rush, then wait ’til you start frequenting garage sales! I love a bargain and am loving my new garage sale hobby. These are a few tips I’ve learned on getting the most out of garage sales.
why facebook can save you money
Finding joy in the simple things in life is the cornerstone of frugality. Frugal people know that happiness can’t be purchased. But this idea goes against the grain of our modern consumer society. We are instead constantly told that life isn’t complete without X, Y or Z product. So in the face of constant advertising, […]
the last of the bottle
I was making Asian-style sticky drumsticks the other day (recipe to come), and I found myself with only the dregs of kekap manis. To get every last drop out of the bottle, I did my usual trick of watering down the kekap manis with soy sauce. This got me thinking about my obsession habit of […]