LED Bulbs at Dollar TreeSomeone posted about LED bulbs at Dollar Tree last week. At that time, they were $1.00 per bulb. I see that some Dollar Tree stores have quantity 2 60w LED equivalent bulbs packaged for $1.00 per package ($.50 per bulb).
Replacing Small Appliances InexpensivelyI am always on the lookout for inexpensive small appliances. If you wait until it breaks, you will pay top dollar for a new one. I have found new items at thrift shops and family-run estate sales. Today I found this new Hamilton Beach convection toaster oven for $10.
Ensuring That You Have Nice TowelsMy husband goes to visit other people's homes and finds their towels to be either rag like or thin. For years, at least once a month, he buys a medium sized towel when doing grocery shopping.
Watch for Discarded FurnitureFind out when large item garbage pick-up is happening around you. In the days before that date, inspect furniture sitting at roadside. Explore the alleys and dumpsters behind places of business. Sometimes businesses discard slightly worn furniture that is still useable.
Sign Up for Local FreecycleI sign up for the freecycle yahoo posting in our area. I received some really nice furniture this way. Also in Florida, what people don't want they put on the curb, and you are free to take it. We look at the piece to see if it is good or worth redoing.
Save Money on PlantsPlants and shrubs for the garden seem to get more expensive every year. I use a little trick when I plant new items. Some plants that are bound together in pots can be separated and you can get two or sometime three plants from one pot.
Saving Money on Drapes, Blinds and Window TreatmentsTips for saving money on Drapes, Blinds and Window Treatments from the ThriftyFun community. Do you have any tips to share? Please post them below!
Watching HDTV For "Free"We finally broke down and replaced our television with a new HD flat screen TV. As soon as we got it home, my husband started bugging me to get the dish reactivated or sign up for cable.
Saving Money on FurnitureIt's great to have useful, durable and attractive furniture but even low quality furniture can be expensive. Here are some tips for saving money on furniture.
Saving Money on ToolsA good set of tools can save you time and money by doing your own repairs but good tools can be expensive. What are your tips for saving money on tools?
