As I've traversed the blogosphere I've discovered so many incredible resources that have helped me along my frugalonomical journey. This is an assortment of those links that will be updated from time to time as I find more hidden gems. Some won't be a surprise to you, but some will open up a whole new world as they did for me.
Enjoy your blogosphering adventures!!
www.mealsmatter.org - I know there are a ton of great meal planning websites out there, but several are fee based and I had a rough time finding one that worked for me that was also free. MealsMatter.org fit the bill and then some. Not only do they have great recipes that you can add to your meal plans, you can add certain meals to your shopping list, print out recipe cards and lists, and move things around on the calendar for easy on-the-go planning. I can't say enough great things about this site!
www.moneysavingmom.com- This is the site that started it all...my quest for frugal and simple living. Crystal is a real inspiration and always has great ideas for using our resources more resourcefully. I'm inspired by her story of how she paid cash for a house (hard work, saving, and sacrifice...but so worth it), and she always has great ideas for living under your means while providing for your family.
www.instructables.com- Every DIY enthusiast needs a few ideas, tips, and tricks, and this is the first place I go when figuring out how to make a self-watering planter, build a worm composter, or make cake pops. The tutorials or typically very well laid out and executed (at least the ones I've looked at) and there are so many great ideas when I'm in a rut and need to get my creative juices flowing.
www.etsy.com- duh!
www.craftster.org- Another great site for getting ideas and connecting with other creative types.
I'll continue adding to this page so check back from time to time as I consolidate my faves into one place.
