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Ask Handy Andi: Fixing Leaky Faucets
Don’t let money slip down the drain! Fix that drippy faucet for pennies!
Read More »Ask Handy Andi: How to Change Your Oil
Don’t take your car to the shop for oil changes! Save money – do it yourself!
Read More »Eco Blocks
Don’t have a woodlot? Try this economical, Earth-friendly fuel source.
Read More »Home Heating, Nature’s Way
Burning firewood is a cost-effective, and environmentally-friendly, way to heat your home. Learn more!
Read More »Get Ready for Winter: From Deck to Roof
Don’t let winter catch you unprepared! This handy guide will help you get your home ready for the worst!
Read More »Cooperative Living
October is National Cooperative Month. Learn more about cooperative living.
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Remodel for Less
Learn where you can skimp, where you shouldn’t, and get some creative do-it-yourself ideas!
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Make Your Own Baby Food!
Save money and promote healthy eating by making your own baby food. It’s easy!
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Are Fans a Good Idea?
Are fans any cheaper to run or better for the environment than air conditioners? Find out!
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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.
