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New Uses for Old VHS Cases

We are slowly in the process of getting through our many VHS movies. Over the years, we’ve picked up quite a few of them from thrift stores and yard sales. Friends have given us their VHS tapes when they have upgraded to DVD because they knew that we would use them. We were one of the last hold outs in purchasing a DVD player. Some of the movies are starting to wear out and are so loved that we will have to attain the DVD versions. Others have been watched a few times but are not worthy of precious space … Continue reading →

New Uses for Old Inflatable Toys

Now that summer is here and in full swing, you are probably raiding your garage, closets, attics, shred and wherever else you store your summer swim toys. You know the types of toys I am talking about? Those inflatable tubes, mats, beds, dolphins, snakes, water wings, beach balls, etc. And chances are, when you go to blow them back up, at least a few will be flat as a pancake and unable to be used. Maybe the toys were split at the seams near the end of last summer, got thrown into storage and forgotten about. or maybe they got … Continue reading →

Toy Waste

Yesterday, I had a nice visit with a new friend and fellow mom. She is a great person, and I am glad to have met her. In the course of our conversation, we talked about how many toys our children have and the need to purge toys when the youngest of our broods outgrow them. My new friend told me that she was in a quandary. She wanted to recycle some of the toys but didn’t think that the hard plastic would be taken by the recycling center. Instead, she said, she was forced to throw the toys out. Well, … Continue reading →

Frugal Living Week in Review: July 23rd Through July 29th

We’ve covered a wide range of money saving subjects and frugal ideas this week. From summer travel to organizing your pantry, you’re sure to find some practical tips that will have you saving money right away! Missed an article or two or want to review? No problem. Here is your frugal living week in review for July 23rd through July 29th. July 23rd Find Your Reuse Inspiration I love it when I come across ideas for reusing unusual things. For example, this summer, I posted an article about reusing inflatable toys. I think it is so inspiring when these types … Continue reading →

Reuse Review: Baby and Kids Items

If you have children, you know how quickly their stuff adds up. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could get some extra use out of all of that stuff. Well, of course you can! Check out these articles for some great ideas on reusing baby and kids items. And be sure to check out the Reuse Review: Clothing and Linens, since you may be able to apply some of those tips and techniques to baby and kids clothing as well. Reusing What You Have: Baby Stuff – A Personal Account There are very few people I know who do not … Continue reading →

Frugal Living Week in Review: June 18th Through June 24th

There has been so much happening in the Frugal Living Blog lately, that we just can’t keep up on our reviews. I hope you will understand as we start to play catch up. Follow along and re-read your favorites or take a good luck at the articles that you missed. I am so sure that you’ll find at least one or to ideas that can save you money this month! And so, here is the Frugal Living week in review for the date range of June 18th through June 24th. June 18th Creating A Spending Journal Whether you are new … Continue reading →