Saving on the heating bill the poor mans way!

I know that being poor costs more. We can't afford certain things that help cut costs for others. Things that cut down on heating bills for instance. Things such as shrink-wrap window coverings, winter storm windows, weather stripping, energy saving blinds, insulated curtains, etc....
Tip #1 I use blankets as curtains (we will call them Blankurtains), it helps to insulate the windows so less cold air gets in. Another way to do it, is to tape up black trash bags to the windows, the dark color attracts the heat and helps to warm your home. Or do both. Try to keep the trash bags off the windows that get the most sun during the day, you will want to be able to open the curtains to help let the sun's heat in, plus you don't want your electric bill to go up from having to use your lights during the day. Using a blankurtain in the hallway can help keep rooms you use the most from losing their heat.
Tip #2 Use an old pair of pants or a shirt that you won't wear anymore, cut the leg/arm off to the length of the base of your front/back door leave room for sewing/knotting the ends, stuff with old pillow stuffing, other old clothes, newspapers, etc... close up the other end and place inside in front of the door. This will help keep cold air from coming in under door.
Tip #3 Keep your heater set at 68 degrees and when you are not home turn it down, but not below 62 degrees, it takes longer to heat your home back up and the things in it, thus costing you more.
Tip #4 Buy a small electric heater, they can cost as little as 15 dollars, and use it in your bathroom on a low setting, it is THE room in your house used the least you shouldn't have to heat it 24/7, and safely cover the heating vent for that room. A small piece of wood or something. You might consider using tip2 for this door as well.
Tip #5 If you have a dryer in your home. Block the vent going outside. Get a vacuum bag and tape or clamp it on to the end of your dryer's vent pipe. Make sure that you check it at least 2 per month. An alternative to the vacuum bag is panty hose. Make sure you check it often and clean it out to avoid fire hazard.
Tip #6 Cook more meals that require the use of your oven, like casseroles. This is a good way to add extra heat to your home without buying extra heaters and turning up your thermostat.
Tip #7 Keep heater vents free from furniture and other obstructions.
Tip #8 If you have a ceiling fan use it to circulate your heat down to where you need it. Heat rises, cool air falls keep the heat circulating. The fan should be kept on the lowest setting in reverse, or it defeats the purpose.
Tip #9 Keep your furnace and vents clean. A lot of people can't afford to hire someone to clean out their furnace and vents. But that is OK. A regular vacuum with detachable cleaning hose will do just fine for you. If you need extra length for the vents just use your garden hose. Using duct tape, simply attach the hose to your vacuum hose and feed it into your vents a little bit at a time work your way in going by the sound of the dust you are sucking up when it sounds like you aren't sucking up anymore move in a little bit further. Pretty easy and doesn't cost you a thing. It shouldn't hurt your garden hose or your vacuum any unless your kids are like mine and hide things in the vent. When you are done just run some water through your garden hose to clean it out if you are worried about the dust. Roll up the hose and put it in storage.
Tip #10 Check your heater vents for cracks. Using duct tape might seem like it costs less but it will wear and fall off quicker. Instead use a metallic adhesive tape. It costs less than $10 and can help save you a bundle!
Well, there you go. Ten things you can do to save on your home heating bill that cost less than ten dollars. Living in these hard times we need to save money anywhere we can. For some of us it means the difference between a starving belly and a warm place to sleep. Hopefully my tips can help some have both. Good luck and check back for tips that can help you save money in other areas as well.