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Making Money Shopping
When we’re kids, shopping seems easy. Mom or Dad go to the store and get things. You ask them for something that looks delicious, and they either say yes or no. You don’t really understand everything that goes into it, especially if you’re a family on a budget. Back in the '90s and even the early '00s it was all about the coupons. A show had even been made called Extreme Couponing. Now, they have apps for that, and several of these apps are extremely useful.
By Kristen Knight7 years ago in Lifehack
Baking Soda and Vinegar Science
I hate when the rubber on my shoes gets all dirty. Clorox helps, but is toxic to the environment. I thought, "What can I use that will clean the dirt off and not harm the environment?" I decided to try something different: a vinegar and water mixture.
By Holly Leatherman7 years ago in Lifehack
Reduce Your Waste!
Hi everyone, my name is Wohali and I am proud to say I live a zero waste life style. I look around at my community and see how much change we can make if we just do a small few changes to our daily routine! Now the first thing I would like to mention that is a key to start making a change is awareness. Awareness about all the small trash that’s accumulating in your day to day lives. Things like plastic straws and to-go containers. (Styrofoam is the WORST.)
By Wohali Stevenson7 years ago in Lifehack
How To Say No
We all know somebody who never takes no for an answer. Or, maybe you're just not that great at saying no. Below are 75 different ways you can say no, ranging from polite for your boss to firmly declining for that telemarketer to mildly offensive when that jerk on the street won't leave you alone.
By Samantha De Yarman7 years ago in Lifehack
5 Homemade Christmas Decorations!
Alright, you guys! So there are those who absolutely LOVE Christmas and just want to put up Christmas everything as soon as Thanksgiving hits. I am one of those people. I ABSOLUTELY love Christmas and it's my favorite holiday ever. I always have to fight the urge before Thanksgiving to put up Christmas decorations. So here are a few ideas on DIY decorations for Christmas.
By Alix Nicole7 years ago in Lifehack
Important DIY Tips Every Homeowner Should Know
Owning your own place, or even renting your own place, is expensive. Like, really expensive. While affording rent alone can be a feat for some, the truth is that most people will panic the moment they discover that they need something repaired in their home. It's understandable; repairs are not cheap!
By Mackenzie Lu7 years ago in Lifehack
10 Holiday Gifts for the Weirdos in Your Life
Picking the right holiday gifts for the people in your life can be a challenge. Some people want practical items, others want gift cards or cash, and then there are the people who need something a bit more specific. You know which friends or family members these are; the ones who go hunting for Bigfoot, can't help bringing up "fun facts" about serial killers during family events, or maybe claim to have seen a UFO once or twice. Just remember that even the weirdos in your life deserve appropriate gifts during the season of giving that they will love. Best of all, every one of these items is super affordable at $20 or less!
By Austyn Castelli7 years ago in Lifehack
4 Gift Ideas for the Picky Ones in your Family!. Top Story - November 2017.
So around Christmas time or birthday time, there is always that loved one that is either very hard to shop for or they are picky and will more than likely turn their nose up at whatever you give them. And when you ask them what do they want, it's like picking teeth to get it out of them that you just want to rip your hair out. I have a couple of those in my family and have devised ways to get them something for Christmas or birthday and save myself the headache and make them happy. I am also the same way once it comes to gifts so these tips are coming from a picky one. So here are a few tips and hopefully one of these will help you out on birthdays and holidays!
By Alix Nicole7 years ago in Lifehack
Don't Just Shop, Be Smart at It!
With the economy fluctuating like a roller-coaster ride over the past few years, the inflation rates are huge and the prices for everything are going up by the day. That holds true for the stuff we use on a daily basis like groceries, toiletries, baby products, stationery, medicines, etc. Even when it comes to travelling or taking loans, things have become a bit on the steeper side for the average earner. In such a scenario, how can one help himself and his pocket? Does he stop buying the stuff that he needs? Does he stop stepping out of the house for an occasional vacation?
By Sukriti Taneja7 years ago in Lifehack