Everyday Cheapskate

Everyday Cheapskate

Everyday Cheapskate

From household tips to money saving strategies, Mary Hunt shares her secrets with her readers in an attempt to make guilt-free living a little bit easier and a little bit more fun! Each column answers readers' questions and includes a recipe of sorts -- whether it be for a homemade cleaning solution or a dessert to reward yourself with once your work is done. 

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Homemade Febreze? I Tried It So You Don't Have To. Feb 23, 2026

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