Of course, getting things for free is even better. If you haven’t already, sign up for our local freecycle group. (Find your local group at freecycle.org). I have given and received things such as landscaping stones, silver maple saplings, seed starting kits, baby supplies, and even a full-size mattress set. Freecycle can save you a lot of money on the home and garden odds and ends that really can add dollars to a project, but you have to respond to offers very quickly.

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