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Category: Going Green

A Whole New Level of Frugal

May 5, 2014July 29, 2015 Tracy Knutsen
A Whole New Level of Frugal

  I recall in clear detail, the recycled paper milk carton that my 3rd grade teacher opened at the top and sat in the corner of our classroom. It didn’t take long for all of us to learn that any… Read moreA Whole New Level of Frugal

Frugal Tips and Tricks, Going Green, Make A Difference, Reduce/Reuse/Recycle  frugal, frugal living, frugal tips, recycle  47 Comments

Canning Basics- Awesome Infographic!

April 28, 2014July 29, 2015 Tracy Knutsen
Using a Water Bath for Canning

I’m so excited! Our local berry farm opened for everyone to start picking strawberries this week. We love to go out to the farm and pick whatever’s growing in the field. Right now it’s strawberries.  In a few weeks it… Read moreCanning Basics- Awesome Infographic!

Canning and Preserving, Frugal Tips and Tricks, Going Green  canning, preserves  7 Comments

Back to Gardening Basics: Easy Composting

January 6, 2014July 29, 2015 Tracy Knutsen
Easy Composting

My DH is always complaining about how much garbage he takes out each week.  On a heavy cooking/cleaning weekend, he’ll take out a bag full each day.  There has to be a way to reduce what we toss, right?  Cue… Read moreBack to Gardening Basics: Easy Composting

Frugal Tips and Tricks, Gardening, Going Green, Reduce/Reuse/Recycle  2 Comments

Foods That Can Be Grown From Scraps

October 25, 2013July 29, 2015 Tracy Knutsen
Food That Can Be Grown From Scraps

One day while on the phone with my sister, we somehow got on the subject of green onions.  I don’t know how…it just happened.  She told me that she always has green onions growing in jars, ready to snip any… Read moreFoods That Can Be Grown From Scraps

Crafting and DIY, Frugal Tips and Tricks, Gardening, Going Green, Reduce/Reuse/Recycle  grow food, grow from Scrap  7 Comments

Eat Seasonally

October 7, 2013July 29, 2015 Tracy Knutsen

Here’s a great general guide to what fruits and vegetables are in season at what time of year- give or take a few weeks depending on where you live.  Save money, be healthy and support your local economy – eat… Read moreEat Seasonally

Diabetic Friendly, Diabetic Resources, Frugal Tips and Tricks, Going Green, Vegetarian-Vegan  eat seasonally, seasonal  54 Comments

Frugal Challenge: Homemade Laundry Detergent-Powder

August 20, 2013July 29, 2015 Tracy Knutsen
homemade laundry detergent

  The Challenge: Significantly reduce the cost of washing clothes. The Solution: Give up the wonderful smell and convenience of my favorite detergent and make one from scratch that will work just as well. OK, I’m not that thrilled about… Read moreFrugal Challenge: Homemade Laundry Detergent-Powder

Frugal Tips and Tricks, Going Green, Sustainable Home  4 Comments

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