Category Archives: Green Living

Another Use For: Dryer Sheets

Over the years we’ve collected tips on all sorts of other ways to use dryer sheets. They not only keep your clothes static-free and smelling fresh, they have all sorts of other alternate uses as well.  Among them: If you … Continue reading

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DIY: Homemade Liquid Soap

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Have you ever wondered what you can do with slivers of leftover soap or the tiny bars you grab out of hotel rooms?  Here’s an idea that will help you prevent waste and use every bit of soap easily and … Continue reading

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Homemade Natural Cleaners: Vinegar

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Vinegar wins our homemade frugal cleaners award, hands-down.  It’s got natural disinfecting properties, which make it safe to use around little ones and perhaps best of all – it’s really inexpensive!   Here are some of the ways it can be … Continue reading

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Frugal DIY: Homemade Laundry Detergent

What You'll Need to Make Homemade Laundry Detergent

One of the most popular threads on the Mommysavers Discussion Forums has been how to make homemade laundry detergent.   It’s a frugal DIY project that so many of our members have discovered to help save loads and loads of money (pun … Continue reading

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Don’t Throw Away the Pickle Juice! Repurposing Leftovers

Don’t throw away the pickle juice!  In this video, I show viewers how to re-use and repurpose some common leftovers you’d normally throw away.  Plus, I’ll show you some cute things you can do with leftover food packaging.  These tips … Continue reading

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Repurposing and Recycling: Greeting Cards to Gift Tags

Don’t throw away the old greeting cards you receive in the mail.  Instead, repurpose them to create attractive gift cards you can attach to any gift for a new recipient.  You’re not only recycling, you’re saving money too!    More great … Continue reading

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