It seems that we are all trying to save money, but it is even more true when you are striving to be self sufficient. That is where little money saving tricks come in handy every little bit counts. In today's commercial world it seems like the best option costs more money and penny pinching often means a less effective solution. I am excited to say that this old time window cleaning trick works so well, that you will wonder why you ever did it any other way. 

Cleaning windows with newspapers isn't new, most of my readers will say "oh yeah", instead of "oh wow" when they read this. I'm sure this method has been around nearly as long as newspaper. There are also great benefits. Newspaper doesn't leave streaks or lint on the glass like paper towels but it is just as disposable. It is also really cheap compared to paper towels, and when you are done washing windows you can can dry the newspaper and toss it in the recycle bin, or compost depending on the cleaner that you use. 

by Jared Neibaur

Fire is a crucial and terrible discovery in the history of man. It is also a powerful tool on the modern homestead as long as it is used correctly and with respect. This lesson is taught to me each year about this time as I clean the property and use fire as I do so. I hope some of my mistakes and successes can help you.