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Fence It In!

DIY Fence Ideas

Thinking about DIY fencing? Here are traditional fence types made of natural materials. Whether you...
Saving Stuff for New Uses

Upcycling Ideas: Reuse and Repurpose

Here are some tips for upcycling, reusing, and repurposing old items, with everything from paper...
Laundry

Make Your Own Laundry Products

“After the ecstasy, the laundry.”  I’d say that famous zen saying also holds for agony. Yes, the...
Coffee Cup

10 New Uses for Coffee!

I’ll admit to a lifelong coffee addiction. I drink it strong, black, and unsweetened. We buy ours...
Homemade Vinegar

Thanksgiving Cleaning with Vinegar, Lemons, and Salt

It’s time to clean the house for Thanksgiving, so find out how to use the natural ingredients of...
Wallet

How to Save Money in the Kitchen

In the kitchen, we tend to waste a lot of food, water, and supplies. Here are some ways to save...
Hang Out Your Laundry

Get Out and Hang Out (Your Laundry)

I don’t own a clothes dryer, which means using sturdy indoor and outdoor drying equipment. The year...
Money in Your Pocket

How to Keep More Money in Your Pocket

How to keep more money in your pocket? Here are ten money-saving ideas from The Old Farmer's...
Recycle

Reuse, Renew, and Refresh: In the Home

Don’t throw that away! Here are many ways to take something old and give it a second life. Give new...
Rethink What You Drink, Water

What's in Bottled Drinks?

What exactly is in bottled drinks? Many bottled drinks advertise that they are good for you, but...
Chicken Coop

Spring-Cleaning the (Hen)House

April is the beginning of the busy season for me. The snow is gone and the garden beckons, but the...

How To Start a Fire With a Hand Drill

Notch a V in the edge of the softwood base (the fireboard) and rest the softwood on the ground. At...
Paper Clutter

Getting Rid of Paper Clutter

Getting rid of clutter makes your life a little easier. Doing away with paper clutter is so easy;...
curtains

Decorating With Curtains

Do you want to make a room in your house look fresh with a whole new look? One of the most...
A happy dog

Pet Proofing Your Home

You can't teach an old dog new tricks, but he can certainly teach you some. You have to pet-proof...
toothbrush

Uses for an Old Toothbrush

Before throwing the old toothbrush out, take a look at what it can do to improve the small things...
Clean House with Tropical Plants

Clean House with Tropical Plants

NASA calls it Sick Building Syndrome. I know it as a stuffy house that needs a good airing, as my...
wallpaper

How Much Do You Need: Wallpaper

If you want to put wallpaper in your room, but aren’t sure where to begin, follow our easy steps to...
tiles

How Much Do You Need: Tile and Vinyl Flooring

Use our handy tricks and tips for finding out how much you need to do your home’s tile flooring....

Plastics Recycling Chart

This plastics identification chart should make recycling and sorting your plastic a little easier...
tools

Organize and Clean Your Toolbox

Check out our tips for organizing your toolbox. You will never have to search for that handy...
Barn Roof

How to Find a Good Roofer

Need a roofer? Follow these ten steps to make sure you find a good one! Ask at least three...
Kitchen

Kitchen Cleaning: Dishwasher, Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator, Sinks

Check out our easy solutions for cleaning your kitchen. If you have any great tips, please post...
Concrete

How to Fix Those Little Cracks in Drywall, Plaster, Concrete, and Brick

Cracks, depending on where in the house they are, the material involved, and their size, can be...
For Sale

Tips for a Speedy House Sale

Looking to put your house on the market? Here are tips for a speedy house sale. Eliminate...
soap

Household Uses for Soap

A bar of soap serves more purpose than just cleaning us! Here are some of our favorite uses for...
Starting to Seed!

Blog: Budget-Friendly Gardening

I have made a decision this year to have a small, thriving vegetable garden but to try to save...
Sponges!

Homemade Cleaners: For Carpet, Floor, Glass, Drains

Here is advice on how to make homemade cleaners and stain removers for your home. If you have any...
How to Buy a Hammer

How to Use a Hammer

Here are a few hints on how to use a hammer. Don’t get nailed! Don’t buy a hammer with a visible...
Scrubbing

Make Your Own Cleaners

Make your own cleaning products. Homemade cleaners are simple and a great way to save money....
Coffee Pot

Tips for Common Household Problems

At the Almanac, we've discovered some good tricks to cure those annoyng but common household...
Vinyl Siding Maintenance

Maintaining Your Vinyl Siding

I can hear it now: “Hey! What is this? I bought this vinyl siding because it’s not supposed to need...
Front of House

Homeowner's Glossary

In your home you are surrounded by items with obscure names as arcane as any you’ll find on a...
Money Jar

Blog: Saving Money

Since moving to New Hampshire a few years ago, I have been amazed by so-called Yankee frugality—and...
Washing machines

How to Buy Appliances Wisely

Appliances are often big-ticket items. If you're looking to save money, here are some tips on...
Clothing

Saving With The Salvation Army

When you’re looking to save money, thrift shops are a good place to start. At The Salvation Army...
Shirts in a row

How to Buy Clothes Wisely

We’d all prefer to have some money left in our wallets after paying for clothing. These handy tips...
Bag full of Groceries

How to Buy Groceries Wisely

Looking for ways to save money at the grocery store? Here are some practical money-saving tips that...
Repainting: Preparing the Surface

Repainting: Preparing the Surface

Proper preparation for repainting depends on preparing the surface properly. Here are some tips: To...
Carpet Styles and Where to Use Them

Carpet Types and Their Uses

Look to this handy chart for some expert advice on choosing types of carpets. Ready to spruce up...

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