Oct 24, 2017
Build a Thrifty Halloween Costume
For the do-it-yourselfer, there is no better place to source a Halloween costume than the local thrift store, says Parade magazine. Combine clothing you already have with thrifted items such as a wig and tiara to transform your toddler into a princess, it says. Or buy a lightly-used puffy shirt at the thrift, add a […]
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Oct 23, 2017
Shop Thrift to Save on Halloween Decor
Local thrift and resale stores — many of which are supplied by generous donations to ClothingDonations.org — are great places to shop for Halloween decorations, says Social Moms. Many of your neighbors donate seasonal items such as fake cobwebs, orange-and-black party goods, and plastic tombstones throughout the year as they clean their closets; you can […]
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Oct 12, 2017
Take Home Winterizing to the Next Level
Now that you’ve bought a programmable thermostat and replaced the furnace filters, it’s time to take your winterization to the next level. If you plan on using your fireplace, get it swept and stockpile wood, says The Balance blog; if not, install a chimney balloon to block downdrafts. Remember to get winter-specific equipment such as […]
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Oct 11, 2017
Winterizing for When You’re Away
If you’re planning on getting away for a week or more during the winter, you should take extra steps to winterize you home and ensure that it is safe and secure while vacant, says Travelers Insurance. If you plan to be gone for an extended period, protect your pipes from freezing and bursting by turning […]
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Oct 10, 2017
Inexpensive Ways to Winterize the Home
You can winterize your home without spending a lot of money, according to renovation expert Bob Vila. Clean your gutters and flush your water heater to make it run more efficiently; you can also lower its settings to slash utility consumption or switch to environomentally-friendly solar heat. If you can’t afford new windows, get an […]
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