A 100 THINGS YOU CAN MAKE YOURSELF!!!

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100 Things you can make yourself

by Deborah Ng on August 15th, 2007

Convenience is certainly…well…convenient. Take a trip to just about any type of store and notice how everything is packaged and prepared. It seems the more we advance, the more stuff is done for us. I don’t mind letting someone else do all the work for me, the problem is of course, that convenience is expensive and we’re getting really lazy. I started thinking about all the things we can make ourselves if we put forth a little effort and found lots of cool instructions online.

My fellow cheapskates, I give you:

100 Things You can Make Yourself

 

1. Applesauce
2. Spaghetti sauce
3. Barbecue sauce
4. Maple syrup
5. Jelly
6. Peanut butter
7. Mayonnaise
8. Bacon
9. Guacamole
10. Pesto
11. Salsa
12. Mango salsa
13. Vanilla extract
14. Hummus
15. Coffee
16. Tofu
17. Gravy
18. Chocolate kisses
19. Wedding cake
20. Stuffing
21. Rootbeer
22. Ginger Ale
23. Pancake mix
24. Pudding pops
25. Ice cream
26. Chicken Nuggets
27. Pizza
28. Pasta
29. Pickles
30. Wine
31. Beer
32. Whiskey
33. Dog treats
34. Playdough
35. Fingerpaint
36. Bubbles
37. Books
38. Laundry detergent
39. All purpose household cleaner
40. Soap
41. Shampoo
42. Hair conditioner
43. Moisturizer
44. Mouthwash
45. Baskets
46. Incense
47. Paper
48. Rubber stamps
49. Jewelry
50. Curtains
51. Rugs
52. Candles
53. Camera
54. CD Cases
55. Bookshelves
56. Couches
57. Tables
58. Stool
59. Sweater
60. Skirt
61. Poncho
62. Coat
63. Blouse
64. Shorts
65. Gloves
66. Socks
67. Tree fort
68. Back yard shed
69. Gazebo
70. Windmill
71. Birdhouse
72. Compost
73. Biodiesel
74. Solar power generator
75. House
    
76. Snowshoes
77. Sun clock
78. Bread
79. Potato chips
80. Pretzels
81. Donuts
82. Sausages
83. Bagels
84. A pinata
85. Crayons
86. Gnocchi
87. A guitar
88. 4th of July sparklers
89. A lava lamp
90. Tortillas
91. Kimchi
92. A hula hoop
93. A loofah
94. Cheese
95. 3D glasses
96. A Kite
97. An igloo
98. Modeling clay
99. Crossword puzzles
100. Cuff links

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Introduction

Hi Everyone,

 My name is Debbie, not Martha.  I am creating a Weblog to share simple solutions for a terrific life that I believe to be realistic. 

If you are like me entertaining, cooking, finance, beauty, shopping, housekeeping may need to be done on a dime instead of a quarter.  I may never have $100 to spend on beauty products (nor would I think I would want to).  I may not have curly endive in my fridge, today or any other day.  I know I can’t go to 3 stores and purchase a bunch of items for a party I am going to throw.  And time and energy, for all those sleep deprived, may not allow for making my own purse.

 Most of the people I know are on a limited budget (money and time) and need helpful ideas to save money, throw a party on the cheap, save the planet-without having to purchase a new energy efficient appliance, shopping smart, when to really splurge and spend money on an item, menu planning, easy craft ideas, etc.  I get lots of questions from my friends and would like to help others and learn more ideas from you too!

I am so excited to start this blog so here comes my first item- SHOPPING:

When you feel the need to go out clothes shopping, first step into your closet.  *Even better invite a friend or two over to help with style.  A friend who’s style you admire will bring a great perspective on your closet!  Put some music on and have a little food (don’t get any stains though).  Now start mix and matching.  Try those accessories!!!!  Accessories are your best friend because they are cheap and can be seasonal without a big hit to the pocketbook.  Put items together you have never tried before.  You may also want to go through a magazine (at the library you can check out some -FREE) and look for the latest styles for inspirations (if you like the recent styles).  Give away or consign what you can’t use and jot down a few items you can shop for when you go shopping next.  Keep a little notebook so you know what you are looking for when you do go out. 

I have also thrown a clothing swap that was fun.  A great way to get clothes that someone else just can’t use anymore.

My next entry will share info about the shopping trip out.    Please let me know what you do to save money or things you would like to here about. 

Best Wishes,

Debbie