Thrifty and Frugal Thursday

  Thrifty and Frugal

As this day draws to a close, it is time to try and remember the ways that I have been thrifty and frugal over the past week.

The usual frugal and thrifty happenings went on even with Bob here, which at times was a bit difficult.

1.  I washed some empty glass jars that I will be using for storage. I even did some clear plastic ones like the peanut butter jars. So while nothing new is entering the house, I am using items Harvey used to toss to store food. Kind of shocking to him.

2.  Harvey is using some of his lumber downstairs to make a couple of picture frames. One will be for something he made puzzle wise and one will be for me and my cross stitch picture (if I ever get the angel done). 

3.  Mended the tablecloth (the one Bob decided he should claw a hole in), a pair of eldest son's boxers, and a seam on a pillow case. 

4.  Found $0.35 in the washing machine and that is now in the change jars. 

5.  So far have had 20 no spend days this month and keeping my fingers crossed that we can finish of this month with two more.

6.  Planned the projects for next month and made sure that what I have planned will use up things from my stashes. 

7.  Once again made sure to combine errands so as to not waste fuel. 

8.  Saved water for watering the few inside plants I have.

9.  Saved the small container that the cherry tomatoes came in. I think it will make a wonderful starter container for plants. 

10.  Doing more big batch cooking and using the molds to freeze. Once frozen I am using my Food Saver to extend the length of time the meals can be stored.

11.  Went through the fridge freezer and planned meals to use up the bits and bobs next month. Should end up with a fairly clean fridge freezer very soon.

I was asked what yellow stickers were, and that is what people call marked down items in the grocery store. I think it is because in most cases a yellow tag with the new price is used.

Everybody have a wonderful evening.

God bless.