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The Problem with Homemade Laundry Detergent (and other unpopular laundry facts)

By Brandi / July 27, 2018 January 27, 2023

Woman holding a stack of freshly laundered bath towels in front of her.

Does DIY laundry soap qualify as detergent? I love a good frugal substitution, but there are good reasons to stay away from these recipes.

Cloth Diapers vs Disposables: 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Decide

By Brandi / June 16, 2018 January 6, 2023

stack of cloth diapers next to a stack of disposable diapers.

How much can you save on cloth diapers? Is it even practical? Weigh the pros and cons of cloth diapers versus disposables by asking these 7 questions first.

Thrifty Homemade Sandwich Bread Recipe

By Brandi / January 21, 2018 February 25, 2023

Thrifty Sandwich Bread Loaf on a white platter.

After a lot of trial and error, I’ve settled on this 5-ingredient recipe as my FAVORITE homemade bread recipe. It’ll be your new favorite, too.