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Our favorite articles about frugality, saving money & budgeting posted on TexasHomesteader.com

Rising Prices, Rising Concerns: Reasons To Plant A Victory Garden In Uncertain Times

by Texas Homesteader ~ 

The news is pretty scary out there. The threat of food shortages abound from tariffs, recalls, food contaminations, chemicals, price spikes & more. What to do?

One simple answer to your family’s food security might be: Grow your OWN food! Even starting on a very small level can make a difference. Healthier food and YOU are in control! I’m sharing the easiest things for a beginner to start as well as quick tips to get started. 

Tariffs, pathogens, factory farm practices and chemicals make growing your own food more important. #TexasHomesteader

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Minimalist or Self-Sufficient Family & Friends: Gifts They REALLY Want!

by Texas Homesteader ~ 

Minimalists strive for less consumption and simplicity in their lives & homes. So shopping for the minimalist on your gift list can sometimes be a challenge.  But have no fear, I’ve got some great gift ideas for your minimalist or self-sufficient friends & family. 

Christmas gift ideas for minimalist self-sufficient friends and family - TexasHomesteader - pixabay by giftpundits

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What To Leave In Your Fall Garden To Provide For Wildlife All Winter Long

by Texas Homesteader ~ 

You can embrace the beauty of autumn while still promoting biodiversity in your garden. When the gardening season comes to a close, there’s still a way your garden can provide… for wildlife!

It’s not what you add, but what you leave that provides so well for birds & beneficial insects when the cold wind blows. I’m sharing things you can leave in your garden to provide for wildlife and create vibrant biodiversity in your garden. 

Fall gardening - What to leave in your garden to provide for wildlife over winter. #TexasHomesteader

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Grandma’s Kitchen: Old Fashioned Tips For Zero-Waste Living!

by Texas Homesteader ~ 

How would grandma have done things in her kitchen? I’ve been seeing this question a lot on social media lately.

But it’s interesting food for thought, especially for those striving to reduce waste and save a little money too in their own kitchens. Let’s see how grandma would have done it.

Did you ever stop and wonder "How would grandma do this?" Oh yeah, grandma was the queen of "Use Whatcha Got"! She got by fine without plastic & disposables. #TexasHomesteader

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5 Frugal Things: Discounts on Travel, Gifts, Food and Repairs!

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Today I’m sharing 5 Frugal Things I did to easily save some cold hard cash this week. Everything from discounts on travel, gifts, food and more. 

We all could use to save a few bucks these days, #amiright??! If you need a little inspiration yourself, check it out! 

Come see this week's 5 frugal things to save money. #TexasHomesteader

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