A Few Frugal Ideas

Not a lot going on today. Thought I would throw a couple things out there that have saved me money and re-cycled things. Nothing exciting - but that is life. Not everything is momentous - but every little thing we can do to save or re-cycle is big!!!

Do you ever buy these containers of luncheon meat. There are usually ham, turkey and beef ones available. I get them now and then. KEEP those containers! They are great for refrigerator storage and great to send leftovers home with someone. You don't have to worry if you don't get the container back! Generally there are a couple different sizes available. Peel off the top label, wash it out and boom you have storage containers. (keeps out of landfill)

Do you have a sweatshirt that is a tiny bit snug? I have a few. Most are old and maybe a stain or two - so I don't really want to donate. I usually wear a t-shirt or tank top under them. I have figured a way to get a looser fit and use the sweatshirt for knocking around the house and yard.

Cut the bottom band off! That is it! It makes such a difference. No need to hem as the material won't fray. (Like I said these are for bumming around in). I keep that banding to maybe use in another project.

This would make great sleeve bands on another project or maybe even a waste band.

Valentines Day is right around the corner. I have never been big on this day or the celebration, but some are. If you want to make a cute and easy token gift for someone - try this.

Chocolate bars wrapped in white paper (printer paper will work) and draw on some faces and add a pair of gloves! Too cute. If you live in a warmer climate you could maybe wrap in brown paper (grocery bag) to look like sand and decorate accordingly. (glue on shells or add a cloth sweatband). Get creative.

Doesn't cost much, it's fun and frugal and it is yummy and useful!

Finally, a quick and easy way to make something new with leftovers. I think I have shown this before, but it is very handy. Love having alternatives to us those leftovers!