Frugally Sustainable
A Resource for All Things Frugal and Sustainable
As far as I am concerned, enough has always been about a mind-set.Today, in our society, we live in the land of plenty. We’ve been conditioned to consume without consideration. “Don’t have the money right away, don’t worry, just use your credit card.” However, buying frivolous things has not only caused debt and added clutter in …
Ever since I began making this delicious cold and cough syrup last year, it has become a staple in my medicine chest. I usually prepare the first batch of the season around this time in anticipation of the days ahead. When making the switch to homemade remedies, forethought is key! There are very few “quick fixes” when …
It’s a cool day in November and the smell of warm honey fills my home because we’re in the kitchen hand dipping beeswax candles! This has become a seasonal tradition for me and children. I can’t even begin to tell you how much fun we have making these candles! Well, I take that back, I …
Probiotics. A buzzword within the natural health community. And rightfully so! Most health conscious individuals understand the positive effects on digestion that come from using probiotic foods and supplements. In fact, the benefits of ingesting probiotics have been well researched and the craze is taking over. If you haven’t already heard of fermented foods, kefir, and …
There is just something really cool about cleaning the house when I know I am using something that I made! It certainly doesn’t make the job easier, but it does add an element of fun and creativity. And, it’s a perfect way to bring the children into mix. I find that by allowing them to …
I’m always looking for inspiring ways to transform what I already have or purchase small, inexpensive items to make a big impact. I do this for dressing and for my home. So when I came across a vintage Good Housekeeping column written in 1941 by Dorothy Draper, the first female interior designer with her own …
