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A Nifty Thrifty Start to Summerby Jan Ahhh, Summer! Once you turn the calendar page to June and the weather turns more reliably nice, the days magically fill up with things to do: concerts, festivals, vacations, barbecues, weddings, and trips to the beach. Properly preparing for all the season's activities can really take a bite out of the ol' bank account, what with tickets and entrance fees, dishes to pass, gifts to buy, and new outfits to wear. What to do? Well, don't panic and take on a second job yet! This month's issue of craftygal is jam-packed with ideas for our frugal friends. If it's wedding or party decor that you're looking for, join Christy at the Table to see how she recycled some dried roses she'd had kicking around into a beautiful topiary. Looking for a new outfit on the cheap? Our latest Travels lead us out to the local thrift and consignment shops in an attempt to put more bang in our wardrobes for less bucks. Taryn's at the Stump with some thoughts about how her mom’s concern over backward masking once kept her record budget in check. And, if you're tired of forking over your music-buying dollars to giant corporations, you'll be glad to meet Renee Bessette, Amie's guest on the Porch. This music-loving gal has started her own indie record label, which promotes a variety of intriguing artists. Special guest author Faith Heinauer's in the craftygal Fridge this month, putting together a simple summer supper. If you get the whole gang to pitch in on this tasty menu, you'll have an incredible meal for much less than you'd spend eating out. So don't let your lack of cash tap out your fun this summer. We'll look for you on the garage sale circuit, whether it's our house or yours, and in the meantime, enjoy this issue! |
Craftygal's Top 8 ways to make some quick cash Participate in medical study Return recyclables with deposits for lazy friends Sell your old clothes at a consignment shop Find a sugar daddy |
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