It has been awhile since I shared any of my frugal living tips, so I thought I would do so today. Some I have probably shared before, so forgive the repeat.
1. Create a budget. You can use a notebook or like myself a spreadsheet on my computer.
2. Buy generic brands when shopping, or at least try a few out. I purchase generic frozen veggies, generic freezer bags, generic mushrooms and am pretty much willing to give other generic items a try. Some generic brands can save you up to 40%, especially when they are on sale.
3. Stick to your shopping list. That is unless you see something that you use, that was not advertised at a super discount. Then stock up if you are able.
4. Do batch cooking when you can, or even just make larger batches of things like chili, soups, or stews (probably more but just can't think of them right now).
5. Watch your water and electrical usage. Fix those leaky faucets and use LED lightbulbs to save on electrical costs. If you need to use the oven make sure it is full. The same with using your washer make sure it is a full load, and if possible hang clothing to dry.
6. Cook at home. One can make most of what a person orders for take out in your own home and for a lot less money.
7. Drink water instead of sugar laden drinks. Make your own to go coffee.
8. Make your own cleaning products for just pennies.
9. Learn to sew as then you can repair your clothing instead of discarding them and purchasing new. Make your own clothing, or upcycle old clothing into something new.
10. As all of you know I make most of my gifts to give at Christmas. Pretty sure I have saved a bundle doing so.
So there are a few of the tips I have used over the years to save money. More will be shared in later posts.
Everybody have a wonderful evening.
God bless.
P.S.
Got our vehicle back about an hour earlier than they had told us. The bill was about 1/2 of the first estimate, and because they made me wait an extra day.... I was only charged 1 hour for labour. Love my dealership.
Up next is Harvey's partial plate and then we will work on getting our friend to look at the oven.
