As hard as some people try to argue against them, cloth diapers are definitely the ecothrifty choice for babies. Disposable diapers will cost $1,500 to $2,000 by the time a child is using the toilet, and if you use disposables … Read More
 In my quest to find an ecothrifty shaving alternative for my husband, I began looking for a non-disposable razor online. First I searched for straight razors, which can be sharpened and honed and with good care will outlive the … Read More
by Alison Jones Did you know there are reusable alternatives to disposable feminine products? They are ecofriendly and in the long run will save you money. Instead of using disposable menstrual items such as pads and tampons, there are reusable pads, sponges, and cups! There … Read More
The original diesel engine was made to run on peanut oil. Petroleum-based diesel became the fuel of choice in the early twentieth century because it was abundant. It is possible, however, to use plant-based diesel in a diesel engine with … Read More
Homemade electric vehicles are becoming more common. Although it may sound intimidating, the idea of building your own electric vehicle is gaining popularity. You can find a multitude of blogs and videos online about building your own bicycle, motorcycle, and … Read More
Here is a simple recipe from EcoThrifty. If you are new to cooking, make this on the weekend when you are feeling rushed. If you have a large family, you can double or triple this. Even if you don’t have … Read More
To help you with this month’s goal of cooking at home, here is a soup recipe from EcoThrifty: For years, split pea soup was one of our favorite dinners in the winter. When I worked full time, I would start … Read More
Happy New Year! A new year really is a great time to make plans for a new life. Whether you routinely make resolutions every January 1 or you swore them off years ago as impossible, I hope you’ll at least … Read More
The short answer is no. But what about all those ads that say mouthwash is awesome and does awesome things for your teeth and gums? Well, they’re ads. They’re trying to sell mouthwash. Unfortunately, mouthwash is worse than simply useless. … Read More
One of my pet peeves is, “You have to consider the value of your time when you make something yourself.” I’m sure that idea was originally pushed by some marketing executive who wanted to sell something. The simple fact is … Read More
Thrifty Homesteader is about creating a more sustainable life, but what exactly does that mean? It means making choices that will make you healthier...
