The Learning Channel's "Extreme Couponing" show clued me into a new hobby: Dumpster diving for coupons. Of course, it takes a bit of finesse to make the most of your adventure, so here are a few basic rules.

A frugal friend had bought a dual-flush toilet conversion kit to offset an the expected increase in his water bill. It cost about $20 and he planned to install it the next morning. I had to admit this was a great idea, but would it really save money?

It amazes me how quickly a house with only four people goes through TP. Such quick turnaround means plenty of empty, unloved and seemingly useless cardboard tubes. The entire situation reeks of waste (no pun intended).

Today's earthquake in Japan and the resulting Pacific Ocean tsunami are brutal reminders of the importance of being prepared. If you haven't already created a comprehensive kit for just such emergencies, here's what you'll need.

Many people shy away from planning an environmentally responsible wedding, assuming green products and services will blow their budgets.

Consumer reviews are an indispensable limb of the online body. Yet some user reviews read more like advertisements than advice. To better handle the process of dissecting a sketchy comment, know these 17 symptoms of a fake consumer review.

Winter storms have set in for much of the country but -- every now and then -- temps warm up enough for a good car cleaning.

Do you bury shopping-spree purchases in the backyard; pretend they came from Goodwill or hide them amidst groceries so your partner won't see them? Then you may be a closet shopper

Horrendous airport delays make headlines every holiday travel season. Sadly, not even the most carefully planned travel itinerary can help you survive flight delays, cancellations and other snow-induced shenanigans. Until now.

We asked Shawna Martell six questions about her blog "Coupon Lady Online" and she very kindly agreed to answer them.