The Good Life for Less: Launch Issue (Collector's Edition)

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Cheap & Chic: 2008, The Year of the Private Sale Site >>

Today is an historic day, for the country as a whole and for the team here at Shoestring in particular.

Like the Democratic party, for just under a decade we've been dreaming of this day, of launching this resource, offering valuable tips and advice for the way we really live—regardless of station or salary, creed or credit score. Finally, the time for Shoestring is now.

So, whether frugality is in your blood, and the thrill of being thrifty is a family tradition, or you're just looking for ways to save a few bucks until the economy turns around, we hope you'll share your support for Shoestring with your friends by shouting it from the rooftops (or just Facebook and Twitter.)

Email us, comment on our articles, add us to your bookmarks or feeds, and, most of all, enjoy!

~ Melissa
Stealfinder-in-Chief

Little Ones

Secondhand is in, but what are The Rules for giving vintage, hand-me-downs, or regifting to our friends (or their kids). Christine Koh from BostonMamas helps you stay classy.

(Starving) Arts

How much does it actually cost to make a "low budget" movie? Read our interview with Dave McLaughlin, director of On Broadway, starring Joey McIntyre and Eliza Dushku.

DIY

Create an affordable, eco-friendly herb garden in even a shoebox apartment (and no green thumb) with these tips from Makeover Maven Kara Butterfield. Save on food and space!

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Cheap & Chic: 2008, The Year of the Private Sale Site >> Today is an historic day, for the country as a whole and for the team here at Shoestring in particular. Like the Democratic party, for just under a decade we've been dreaming of this day, of launching this resource, offering valuable tips and advice for the way we really live—regardless of station or salary, creed or credit score. Finally, the time for Shoestring is now. So, whether frugality is in your blood, and the thrill of being thrifty is a family tradition, or you're just looking for ways to save a few bucks until the economy turns around, we hope you'll share your support for Shoestring with your friends by shouting it from the rooftops (or just Facebook and Twitter.) Email us, comment on our articles, add us to your bookmarks or feeds, and, most of all, enjoy! ~ Melissa Stealfinder-in-Chief	Little Ones Secondhand is in, but what are The Rules for giving vintage, hand-me-downs, or regifting to our friends (or their kids). Christine Koh from BostonMamas helps you stay classy. (Starving) Arts How much does it actually cost to make a "low budget" movie? Read our interview with Dave McLaughlin, director of On Broadway, starring Joey McIntyre and Eliza Dushku. DIY Create an affordable, eco-friendly herb garden in even a shoebox apartment (and no green thumb) with these tips from Makeover Maven Kara Butterfield. Save on food and space!