From the Publisher: "Waste not, want not" with this guide to saving money, taking heart, and enjoying the simple pleasures of life..."

Introduction -- Meet the grandmothers -- 1: Cooking -- Wake up happy: How to make blueberry pancakes -- Be a strong chick: How to roast a whole chicken -- Get sauced: How to make gravy -- Talk turkey: How to carve a roasted bird -- Be a good catch: How to fillet a fish -- Rise up and save dough: How to bake bread -- Find a slice of heaven: How to make a pie -- Drink to your health: How to make a smoothie with fruit or veggies -- Save your bacon: How to use grease as flavoring -- Stay sharp: How to hone a knife -- Fill your plate: How to plan a week's menu -- 2: Gardening -- Grow your own: How to plant a vegetable garden -- Keep away pests: How to naturally protect your garden from no-good insects -- Keep out critters: How to repel furry friends from your garden -- Beat the grass: How to chase a snake out of your garden -- Make no waste: How to compost -- Spice up your life: How to start a windowsill herb garden -- Preserve knowledge: How to dry apples -- Stash your bounty: How to can your own fruits and veggies -- Sweeten your day: How to make (and can) strawberry jam -- Buy locally: How to shop at the farm -- 3: Cleaning -- Cure wrinkles: How to properly fold a fitted sheet -- Catch some Z's: How to make a bed -- Save your silkies: How to hand wash delicates -- Harness the wind: How to install a clothesline -- Get hot and fresh: How to clean an oven -- Get your sparkle on: How to properly hand wash dishes -- Shine on: How to mop -- Get a clean slate: How to kill mildew -- Take the cheese: How to rid your house of mice -- Freshen up: How to spring clean -- Clean naturally: How to use vinegar to clean almost anything -- Clean more stuff naturally: How to use baking soda around the house -- Save your shirt: How to sew a button -- Measure up: How to hem your fancy pants -- Smooth things over: How to iron a shirt -- Toast your tootsies: How to darn wool socks -- Tie one on: How to knot a winter scarf -- Get crafty: How to make an apron -- Make a mends: How to patch a hole -- Omit oopsies: How to remove most stains -- Polish your image: How to shine your shoes -- Be seamly: How to buy quality clothing -- Get on a roll: How to pack a suitcase -- 5: Nesting -- Get stoked: How to build a fire -- Stay toasty: How to knit a scarf -- Be a material girl: How to make a crazy quilt -- Nail it: How to hang a picture -- Find comfort: How to make a pillow -- Stay buff: How to remove scuffs from hardwood floors -- Bloom on: How to make a centerpiece -- Use your imagination: How to make art out of pressed flowers -- Breathe deep: How to scent your home without candles -- Go with the flow: How to unclog a drain -- Cut the crap: How to unclog a toilet -- 6: Thriving -- Soothe a cold: How to make a hot tea toddy -- Plant one on: How to soothe a minor burn with a plant -- Sniffle-proof your allergy season: How to ease your sneezes -- Get fit for free: How to build a walking regimen -- Get a natural glow: How to give yourself a facial -- Take the cake: How to remove makeup -- Be a perfect 10: How to give yourself a manicure (or pedicure) -- Stand tall: How to perfect your posture -- Know your assets: How to love your body at any size -- Get refreshed: How to get a good night's sleep -- Feel invincible: How to protect yourself from danger -- Feel glamorous: How to wear red lipstick -- 7: Loving -- Calm your babe: How to swaddle a newborn baby -- Spark imagination: How to make a baby toy -- Make sweet dreams: How to read a bedtime story -- Send some love: How to pack a lunch -- Teach responsibility: How to delegate chores -- Urge action: How to raise a good citizen -- Dress 'em up: How to tie a necktie -- Shoulder up: How to be a strong partner -- Kindle romance: How to make the most of a night in -- Welcome your honey home: How to heal a hard day -- 8: Saving -- Count your beans: How to make a budget -- Banish debt: How to stop without credit -- Find balance: How to reconcile your checkbook -- Chill out: How to save on energy costs -- Conquer cravings: How to grocery shop -- Drive a bargain: How to negotiate a better price -- Spot a deal: How to clip coupons -- Make change: How to throw a yard sale -- Save for later: How to start a rainy day fund -- Live a richer life: How to share your good fortune (even when times are tight) -- Shop for free: How to barter -- 9: Joining -- Be neighborly: How to enjoy the folks next door -- Keep the peace: How to deal with a problem in your neighborhood -- Expand your circle: How to make friends -- Summon support: How to ask for help -- Cultivate culture: How to start a book club -- Lend a hand: How to volunteer -- Say it with a smile: How to win an utterly silly argument (without saying much at all) -- Get heard: How to speak your mind at a town hall meeting -- Write for your rights: How to write a letter to your representative -- 10: Entertaining -- Get better with age: How to make dandelion wine -- Quench your thirst: How to brew your own beer -- Toast to you: How to mix the perfect cocktail -- Put your stamp on it: How to properly extend an invitation -- Party on: How to host a potluck dinner party -- Make connections: How to introduce people -- Express gratitude: How to write a thank-you note -- Get a laugh: How to play charades -- Raise your voice: How to sing in harmony -- Play your cards right: How to play crazy eights -- You might as well dance: How to do a basic waltz -- Acknowledgments.