Archive for the 'Frugality' Category

Remembering Why We Do What We Do

My dog Luwi (”loo-vee” short for Ludwig) loves movies. Ever since he was a puppy, he has been fascinated with the television, especially scenes with animals or action. He would jump up on the TV and lick or bite the screen when he saw something exciting. Naturally, he was equally if not more captivated by [...]

DIY Step Stool Cupboard

Quite a few years ago, when P. Pince and I were starting out, we rented a tiny studio apartment. To make a little more space, we built a free standing loft over our beds where we had a computer, some little shelves and cabinets and one of those pouffes for a chair.
After moving into a [...]

Make It Do: Frugal Forever

Frugality isn’t all about buying the cheapest product or not spending money, but spending it wisely on products that will last a long time.

Frugal Thermodymics Part II: A Simple Cooling System

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A Simple Cooling System
Heat naturally diffuses from areas of higher concentration to areas of lower concentration. And cold being the absence of energy, a block of ice literally draws heat out of the air.
As was mentioned in P. Pince’s recent article, our air conditioning system is on holiday at this [...]

Frugal Thermodymics Part I: Limiting Sources of Heat in the Home

How to keep your home cool with basic scientific principles and thermodynamics. Save money on utilities and air conditioning with logical and simple methods.

DIM (Did-it-Myself!) Country Kitchen Storage Shelf

Our new DIY country kitchen shelf and frugal kitchen storage solutions for under $10.



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