Frugally Sustainable
A Resource for All Things Frugal and Sustainable
Let’s be honest — with the high level of urbanization in our world, growing seasonal fruits and vegetables just isn’t feasible for everyone. But the good news is…during the peak of harvest there are multiple ways to acquire fresh, home-grown produce without having to step foot in a grocery store or break the bank! Growing your …
Insect bites. Mosquitoes. Stings. Spring is here and summer is on it’s way. The children are loving the warmer weather and already enjoying more time outdoors. With all of that, the signs of biting insects — itchy arms and legs — are beginning to appear! The past few days, I’ve been hard at work preparing and re-stocking …
Is it something that is actually attainable? Can we make every effort to pursue it — by living frugally, working overtime, or making wise investments — and then finally come to the point where we can say…”This is it, I have arrived.” Or, is security as a whole better represented as an idea…something that exists only in the …
Dear Andrea, I need to understand what items should always be in the pantry. Do you have a suggested items list? -Shelly in Canada I definitely wasn’t ready for the response that was received earlier in the week when I published my thoughts on meal planning and keeping a stocked pantry! So many of you are discovering the freedom, …
When we moved into our home nearly four years ago, we committed to planting and maintaining an edible landscape. We currently only have enough space to grow things that we can eat; therefore, everything that grows in our tiny little yard has purpose and nutritional value. Thankfully this means we can grow beautiful flowers that are visually appealing, packed full of vitamins, and super …
Keeping a well-stocked pantry is an common homemaking practice that is, unfortunately, at risk of being lost in many homes today. You see, for generations upon generations families’ have understood the importance of buying and storing food when it’s on sale and during the peak of harvest. They didn’t do it necessarily based on a …
