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Homemade Laundry Detergent

February 24, 2009 By Sage 6 Comments

Homemade Laundry Detergent

In the interest of spending less on something boring and consumable, I started making my own laundry detergent. At first I thought it sounded a little crazy, but now I can’t imagine handing over $10 in exchange for jug of soap. What a rip off! Especially when you can make your own for less than… Continue Reading

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DIY Homemade Vitamin C Serum

February 5, 2009 By Sage 6 Comments

DIY Homemade Vitamin C Serum

I first tried Vitamin C serum as anti-aging treatment last year. I loved the results but hated the price, so what’s a frugalista to do? Make my own, of course :) I’ve been making this for little over a year, mixing a fresh batch once every few weeks, and I still haven’t had to rebuy… Continue Reading

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Trash to Treasure

January 22, 2009 By Sage 4 Comments

Trash to Treasure

I found this bike at the curb on trash night and asked Jeff to show it some love. I’ve always wanted a black English bike, so he made me my very own rescued from the trash faux Pashley! Final cost was about $175; a new Pashley costs $1395.

Filed Under: diy, frugal living, green living, simple living, thrift shopping

Where I Play

January 21, 2009 By Sage 2 Comments

Where I Play

Two and a half years ago, my culinary repertoire was limited to Manwiches, Old El Paso Gordita Kits, and if I was feeling really fancy, manicotti. Then, we remodeled our ugly kitchen, and I found inspiration! It was an early 90’s cave! We did almost all of the work ourselves. We hired a tile guy… Continue Reading

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Once upon a time, I had the chance to move to the happiest country in the world!

My restless Aries spirit liked that idea, so I did what any girl in my position would do… I grabbed my cat, booked a one-way ticket to Denmark, and became an expat!

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