Topics in Lifestyle
Updated - Oct. 23, 2009


Flour Power
You'll be surprised at how easy it is! And, how much you'll save!

A Home Library
A master plan for building an inexpensive library.

Ho Ho Hold Holiday Debt
Celebrate the season in style without ending up in debt.

Natural Cleaners
Tips from our readers on natural floor cleaners safe for pets.

Cooking for One
Breaking the monotony of meals.

Simple Dehydrators and Other Ways to Dry Food
Drying vegetables and herbs the way Grandma used to do.

The Frugal Kitchen: Eggs
Eggs can help you do a lot for a little.

Homemade Christmas
Handcrafted gifts say something that purchased gifts cannot.

A Winter Wonderland Party
Creating a memorable winter themed party for less.

5 Frugal Fall Fix Ups for Your Home Decorating
Easy, inexpensive, and fun ideas to bring the season into your home!

My Story: Simple Organization
Save time, money and your sanity.

Inexpensive Wedding Gifts
Ideas for a nice, frugal wedding present.

The Waste not, Want not, Gift Giving Guide
Don't make returning your gift too hard.

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cheap Steak Sandwiches
Is there an alternative to a pricey rib eye or porterhouse?

Reduce Your Restaurant Bill
Eliminate unsuspected costs that will drive up your bill.

How to Decorate Your Kitchen on a Dime!
Easy ways to bring warmth and charm into your kitchen.




Insure the Vacation
A listener wants to know if Dave thinks it’s wise to buy trip insurance for a Hawaiian vacation.

Timeshares Make for Expensive Vacations
"Figuring about $12,000 total money spent on this rip-off, we spent $6,000 per vacation just to stay in a condo," Melissa said about the timeshare.

Overspending at the Grocery Store
Do you have money budgeted for food each time you go to the grocery store? If not, Amanda gives you a wake-up call! Read her short stupid tax story now!

Cut Your Lifestyle
Kevin and his wife make decent money and wonder what's the best way to use their big shovel to beat their debt!

Avoid headaches with this 5-step plan for traveling with credit cards
Most people don't consider their credit cards when they're traveling overseas. That's a mistake. These 5 steps will get you and your cards abroad and back safely.

Gift cards: Everything you need to know
A collection of stories and resources on gift card shopping -- from comparing gift cards to finding gift card discounts and presenting them with finesse.

Credit sin: Does credit save or condemn you?
Will using plastic land you in hot water with your almighty? Depending on the belief system, card use might require some repentance.



Saving on holiday shopping
The way to save money is to do what Santa does: make a list, check it twice.

Homemade HD antenna saves hundreds
Boost savings by cutting the cable and building an HD antenna.

21 ways to winterize your life
When the chilly winds blow, get your home, your car and your life ready.

Fame & Fortune: Gary Cole
Famous for his role as the evil boss in "Office Space," he's become the consummate character actor.

How to use Twitter to save cash
Twitter isn't just for chatting. The social networking site can also be a tool to find deals and discounts.

Best time to shop -- fall bargains
Instead of trawling stores all the time, shop at the right time to get the best deals.

Fame & Fortune: Donald Trump
While sharing his wisdom on reality TV, the Donald also tweets, blogs and charms Facebook friends.

Fame & Fortune: Alanis Morissette
After establishing herself as a pop music star, the singer has moved to acting and a role in "Weeds."

Readers' Tips
The smartest readers on the web share their frugal living ideas!


Decorating on a Dime: Bedrooms

The bedroom is the place we spend much of our downtime, yet we don't tend to give it the attention we do our more public spaces, especially if the budget is tight.

Budget Bedroom Decorating
Here are some great tips to bring more cool to your comfort space, on a budget!

An Affordable Luxury Bedroom
You can own a quality bed-in-a-bag at a fraction of the cost.

Decorating with Sheets
Yard per yard, sheets can be the best fabric buy for decoration projects.

A 5-Star Guestroom
You may be operating on a beer budget, but you can still create a guestroom with a style and elegance that says welcome.

Brighten Up Your Bedroom For Free!
Here are some great tips for brightening up your space with no money at all!