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Never Shop When You’re Hungry
Grocery shopping can be expensive, especially when you go hungry. Check out some useful tips on ways to save money when you shop.
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Ask Handy Andi: Replacing Spark Plug Wires
Replacing your own spark plug wires is easy and inexpensive. Learn how!
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Fix It Yourself!
Before you call a repairman, don’t miss these helpful, money-saving do-it-yourself tips!
Read More »Decorating on a Dime!
Furnishing a house or apartment can be a major expense. Don’t miss out on these cost-saving tips!
Read More »Kill the Clutter with Multipurpose Cleaners!
Don’t buy extra cleaning products! These old standbys can do double duty!
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Make Your Own Laundry Detergent
Save money and protect your family from harsh chemicals!
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If you notice a hole in the upper left-hand corner of your Farmers' Almanac, don't return it to the store! That hole isn't a defect; it's a part of history. Starting with the first edition of the Farmers' Almanac in 1818, readers used to nail holes into the corners to hang it up in their homes, barns, and outhouses (to provide both reading material and toilet paper). In 1910, the Almanac's publishers began pre-drilling holes in the corners to make it even easier for readers to keep all of that invaluable information (and paper) handy.
