Save Electricity - Dry Clothes indoors (or outdoors)

An electric dryer is a fast and efficient way to get your clothes dry after washing. But...it can also get very expensive, especially if you have a large family! In good weather, opt to hang out those clothes on a clothesline and let the lovely fresh breezes naturally dry your clothing.

But...if you live in a small space (such as an apartment) and don't have a clothesline available (or it's not allowed on your balcony) - try an indoors clothes drying rack, such as:





A folding one like this is easy to store, even in tight spaces. You can hang a lot of clothes on this, and after a few hours your clothes will be ready to hang, fold or otherwise put away.

Save your money and let your clothes dry naturally!

Developing a Frugal Attitude - Having Frugal Friends Really Helps!

Some of my dearest friends (and many of my family members, thankfully!) are frugally minded. Do you have frugal friends? If not, you'll find that there are many frugality-type websites and message boards online where you can share frugal tips and ideas on how to make your money stretch further.

I find that when I'm spending time with my frugal friends, it just makes my adventures in frugality WAY more fun! Frugality really is a lifestyle choice, and it really is a lot of fun - especially when you have dear friends who help you live responsibly and within your means.

Frugal Fun and Frugal Gift Giving - Frugal Gift Wrapping Idea

Here's a simple and frugal gift giving idea - or rather, how to wrap up that gift in a frugal way! Try wrapping the gift with fabric. You might have some leftover fabric or material from a project you've finished...or, check the bargain bin at the fabric store near you. It can be an incredibly cheap way to beautifully wrap a gift!