Category: Frugal

A DIY Welding Trick You’ve Got to See!

Some posts may contain affiliate links. A DIY Welding Trick You’ve Got to See! I am not a welder, but I am aware that it is a skill that will be quite valuable after just about any SHTF event. I hope that its true that an old dog can indeed learn new tricks and one …

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DIY Electric Bike

Some posts may contain affiliate links. DIY Electric Bike The exercise provided by a bike is undisputed. But if you are looking more for easily maneuverable small transportation then an electric bike is just the ticket! I checked into a manufactured store bought electric bike about a year ago and was blown away by the …

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Transform Disposable Containers

disposable containers

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Transform Disposable Containers Why add to the landfills and your expenses?? Transform those used disposable containers into everyday items you can use without adding to your budget and while showing your creativity!  I have noted the items on the shelf at our markets that say disposable container are less …

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Storing Potatoes Long Term

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Storing Potatoes Long Term I know, I know, you already know how to store potatoes. Cool dark room and all. But there actually is more to it than that when you are talking a longer term! Things that I frankly had not thought of! An easy, nutritious, and very …

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17 Reasons You Need Clove Oil in Your Kit : Updated to 28

Some posts may contain affiliate links. 17 Reasons You Need Clove Oil in Your Kit : Updated to 28 I am always amazed by the wonders of what mother earth has given us to use for good health! Clove oil is just another of those wonders. I knew it helped with tooth pain and that …

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16 Survival & Self-Reliance Uses For Sticky Pine Sap

16 Survival & Self-Reliance Uses For Sticky Pine Sap

Some posts may contain affiliate links. 16 Survival & Self-Reliance Uses For Sticky Pine Sap I knew about using pine sap as pine pitch. I had not thought of the other 15 uses! It can be a bit difficult to harvest and thank goodness the featured article also give advice on how to do that …

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15 PVC Pipe Projects

Some posts may contain affiliate links. 15 PVC Pipe Projects I enjoy PCV pipe projects! The material is light weight and easy to use. It’s versatile enough that there is almost nothing you can’t make with it! And when you are done, it is so easy to pick up and carry away with you or for …

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MIY Echinacea Tincture

Some posts may contain affiliate links. MIY Echinacea Tincture I love Echinacea! It is my favorite herbal remedy. In the featured article from Reformation Acres talks about making your own tincture for the primary reason of boosting your immune system and helping you recover from colds quicker. However, I am of the opinion (from my …

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DIY Fishing Limb Line Float + How to Use for Catfish

Some posts may contain affiliate links. DIY Fishing Limb Line Float Updated to Add How to Use for Catfish A great way to get some passive fishing done while you are busy doing other activities. Particularly important if it is post SHTF. You will be so busy staying alive that taking time to catch dinner …

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Tan a Rabbit Hide

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Tan a Rabbit Hide I know that rabbit and squirrel hides are not the tanner’s dream hide. They are indeed small. Add them together however and you can use them for tons of things particularly post SHTF. Squirrel and rabbit are both more plentiful than larger game in most parts …

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