26 Frugal Tips To help you Spend less money

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Looking to save money and adopt frugal living habits? Check out these 26 tips to help you spend less money and live a more budget-friendly lifestyle! From grocery shopping hacks to easy ways to cut costs, these frugal tips will help you keep more money in your pocket. Start saving today!
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[@smokeykitty6023]

The number one tip for saving money is to stop caring and worrying what other people think...

[@kathyressler4764]

We don't buy or use paper towel. We use dishcloths. We also have a basket full of rags. Your videos are always informative. Thank you.

[@somebodycomelistentothispo7217]

Get a bidet

[@guerre7102]

Wtf, get a bidet

[@CalebTheOwlBoy]

​@somebodycomelistentothispo7217 I too misread this as toilet paper😂😂. Rest assured, my friend. They are talking about the kitchen. .... Right!? 👀

[@jbalconi9903]

"If it's stinky, we no drinky" has to be the best tip! :)

[@frugalcreativeliving]

😁

[@susanaalves6934]

Hi from Portugal great vídeo 😊 my tip is : Always be prepared. My son's birthday is 3 weeks from today and i am already checking lowest prices on groceries for the party😊

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Absolutely!

[@robertagivenslovett6991]

I love waiting until the end to give my shoppers card and coupons!!! Seeing how much I save brings the biggest smile to my face😊😊

[@frugalcreativeliving]

I know! I love it!

[@Loretta_C]

I use masking tape to label food. Its $1.25 a roll at the dollar store, lasts forever and peels off easily!

[@mr.a.]

Wow I love the snack central idea! Our family will open up a box, eat one item and open another box and before the end of the week you have 7 different snacks opened losing their freshness. You showed a clever and simple idea. I’m definitely doing that

[@frugalcreativeliving]

So glad you found that useful!

[@Genie519]

Great tips! When my husband lost his job we used a lot of these tips and they helped so much. Especially buying food that everyone will eat. Less waste and more value! Also I love that colour on you!

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Thank you so much!

[@whatwilliwatch3405]

5:46 "If it's stinky, we don't drinky!" 🤣 I definitely agree on the dates thing. If there's no noticeable degradation of quality, why waste it? That said, if it looks/smells funny or its efficacy is reduced (i.e. a leavening agent that doesn't activate), throwing it out is justified.

[@t_n_rasberry8387]

Just beware as I forgot to notice it one time when I was drinking milk and throughout the whole work day I was releasing gas nonstop, even when my coworker was around because it was uncontrollable

[@CarlaQuattlebaum]

I like the idea of the cardboard grocery lists cut from cereal boxes. I end up finding a crumpled paper in my purse a week later that was one of my grocery lists. I might have to cut my cardboard pieces a little wider, though. As far as thinking if you really need to buy a certain item, a couple of times, I realized I have something at home that will serve the same purpose as the thing I ALMOST bought.

[@rayjoseph2086]

I have been couponing for years.. I am a couponer!!!! I save so much..rewards are the best

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Yes!!

[@joyswenson7941]

Great tips! Something I do with my kids’ pants is that when I see that the knee is wearing out, I turn them into shorts. That way we buy pants in the fall that they can wear all winter, then they’ll be ready to turn into shorts for the summer. Win/win. 😊

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Makes so much sense! Thanks for commenting!

[@danicegewiss862]

We have been weeding items from our grocery list. Almost nothing I buy is moderately to heavily processed. I use bank envelopes for my grocery lists. Coupons are unnecessary when most of your groceries are fruits and vegetables. I make my own cleaning products. Thats about as processed as it gets (generic Dawn mixed with vinegar, e.g.).

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@kellykersten8828]

Yes they don't make coupons for the products I buy, ever.

[@MsButterflyJan1976]

They have coupons for household items as well, not just food.

[@sandiellett1786]

@@kellykersten8828 Kroger sends me coupons for bulk onions, apples and some free items. Best part, they only send coupons for things you buy.

[@Halfwaythere807]

Always enjoy your tips and ideas! I’m with you when it comes to expiration dates!! I’ll often buy at a deep discount if meat or dairy on sale because they are close to expiration and freeze them for use in recipes at a later date…I’m happy to report I’ve not gotten sick and I’m still alive after consuming😂😂😂 thank you for sharing!!!

[@HeronCoyote1234]

I’ve started using bar shampoos and conditioners because I have arthritic hands, and squeezing or shaking the heavy plastic bottles is painful. Yes, they cost more initially (I get mine at CVS when I have a 35-40% coupon), but they last a lot longer, and work well.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Interesting! I've never used a bar shampoo or conditioner. I'm not sure I've ever seen it before!

[@Adventuresawait68]

Another tip I’d like to share is based off of tip #1 that I do all the time and it has reduced my grocery bill tremendously! As I’m shopping, if I see a product I like, I say to myself “can I make this?” If the answer is yes (and most of the time it is), then I just buy the raw ingredients to make it. For example, I don’t buy any bread or bread products any more. Instead I buy wheat berries and mill my own flour (I started out buying flour and then graduated to milling my own 😊) and use mostly sourdough but also keep some dry active yeast on hand. I make regular bread, sandwich bread, bagels, crackers, biscuits, etc. same with jams and nut butters (just buy fruit (fresh or frozen) and nuts), gummies, marshmallows, snacks, sauces, gravy, bone broth, yogurt, cheese, and so much more. Same with hygiene and household items. I make bar soap, shampoo, hair rinse, body butter, dish soap, all purpose cleaner, etc. I know it sounds like a lot of work but it really isn’t if you do a little at a time and most of the time it’s the “waiting “ that takes the most. For example when I make yogurt, it takes me maybe 20 mins of active time and 20 hours of just waiting for it to incubate and set which I don’t need to do anything for or when I make bar soap, takes about 30 mins of active time and 4-6 months of curing time. I work a full time job and have been able to do all this too so it’s not impossible. As for the “how to”…. I just do my own research and test different recipes to see which I like best. There is SO much on KZbin, but do your research and use common sense because not all KZbinrs put out good material. So just pay attention to the raw materials being used (healthy vs chemicals and toxic) and do your own research.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

That's dedication!

[@AhHyn]

😂 Yesterday I was about to run some errands, just about time to leave the house, I realized I had not eaten. I loudly said to myself, "Shussss, I'm not about to feel hungry out there and end up buying food". I quickly microwaved some rice and stew, it had me going for a long time.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

😄You definitely can't be hungry runnin' these streets! Good job!

[@kimberlygarrison4529]

Outdated milk can be used to bake with! Making pancakes, muffins, breads, etc are quick and easy ways to use up sour milk. 🥛

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Good to know!

[@samanthafreeman4315]

I also have baked with "sour" milk. Never been sick and doesn't taste any different.

[@tattletalez3858]

Yes I throw a splash in coffee cant taste the difference 😊

[@HeronCoyote1234]

Make sure the cashier gets your paper coupons, especially the coupons that are attached to food. I got milk, with a 55¢ coupon attached. I was so busy packing the groceries, I didn’t notice it was still on the milk till I got home. I even deliberately placed the item so the UPC and coupon were facing her.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

That just happened to me last week! Great reminder! Thanks!

[@kenyonbissett3512]

My store will accept coupons with the receipt showing I bought the product if it’s within a week. I would take the coupon off the milk and as I shop I watch for when the counter isn’t busy and ask for the money. Worth a try.

[@t_n_rasberry8387]

We have split the grocery items we buy from Costco with other people from different households to prevent throwing away food as some items comes in certain amounts.

[@carolgrund4802]

I have learned so much from your channel. Thank you!

[@frugalcreativeliving]

So glad to know I can help in some way!

[@samanthafreeman4315]

With the cereal box/grocery list idea, I like to use remnant paper for writing down lists. Ill cut off sizeable parts of junk mail or old papers that have no writing on them and use that later for lists of things to do or buy.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Absolutely!

[@sjchan3199]

Yh GUILTY, i do this too

[@candy2325]

My credit union has a counting coin machine for free for members, so I never paid a fee thankfully

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Always take advantage of free services when they're offered!

[@mssmiles0503]

I love your videos 😃 For me though, I'm just not willing to give my info to apps. Our data is immeasurable in money but we trade it for so little. Once I took graduate privacy law classes I stopped using all that stuff. People don't realize how much they are losing.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Thanks for watching the video and sharing your experience!

[@Pattyanyana6064]

Nonsense. The companies already have your information. You have a phone and you are on yt (Google).

[@user-ow3li8ci8f]

Hello ❤ I was so happy you made a new video. I thougt I already know everything about decluttering and money saving, but no. Everytime I learn something new from your videos. I'm a subscriber and always give you thumbs up😊 (this is from Finland)

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Wonderful! Thank you so much!

[@dyoung2739]

If I’m buying something online,I Google for coupons before I check out. I,also,look at my grocery store receipt after I get home & make a mental note of what I could’ve done without even if I shopped w/a list. It really helps me on future purchases. Reusable silicone is an excellent idea. Buying prescription eyeglasses online saves me tons of money. Tfs❤️these excellent tips.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Someone at my church just told me about the prescription glasses she got online! They were SUPER inexpensive! I have to get the details from her and probably share it in a future video!

[@dyoung2739]

@@frugalcreativeliving I’ve always worn eyeglasses and/or contacts but in recent years have switched to only wearing glasses. I could’ve saved so much money back in the day. I played my coupons and holiday discounts right & got 2 pair for $20 a couple of years ago. I usually save stuff I like to my wish list and purchase only if the frames go down to $1 - $3. Something the frames go down to $0. I’ve ordered from Zenni, Zeelool and Vooglam. Vooglam even has sunglasses that fit over your prescription eyeglasses alleviating the need to spend money on prescription sunglasses but you can order prescription sunglasses from those sites.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Thank you so much for the info! I recently mentioned to someone I know that it would be cheaper to switch to glasses instead of spending about $75 every 4 months on contacts. But I guess for some people, it's worth the extra expense not to have to keep up with the glasses.

[@dyoung2739]

@@frugalcreativeliving I liked contacts when I lived in a major U.S. city because I felt safer that I was able to see at all angles in heavy traffic. So I’d wear eyeglasses if I was driving somewhere near my house but if I was taking the long commute to work,to an event,etc, I’d wear contacts. Now that I’ve moved to a smaller town,it’s 100% eyeglasses.

[@katherinerichardson1767]

Good advice! Thanks for sharing.

[@mccolk]

Love these tips! My grandparents did the same thing. They always rented out a room to a college student (they lived in a college town) and it supplemented their income. Definitely a win-win situation for both parties.

[@KashaiMadison]

I love this you are promoting bartering and community with frugalness and resourceful approaches. Thank you for your channel. Cleanse used goods with ❤ Florida water/ sage and a prayer to remove the energy that owned them before and those that have interacted with them since. Cleanse them well before taking ownership is a good to add😅 but just a thought

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Thanks so much for sharing!

[@hollylaws3110]

In another of your videos you talked about soap pieces in a sealable mesh bag for batheing. I found some of those mesh bags at my local Dollar Tree. I have been using the same mesh bag for about a year & I love the way my skin feels.👍😘

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Nice!

[@lenaharris1065]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@KathyJacksonSanDiegoRealEstate]

Great ideas.. I love the creative bartering.

[@arthurmantzouris4413]

It is so nice to make a video that helps us to save some money in so many different ways....the silicone trays I'm going to get them from Amazon...thanks for that tip...!! 😊😊😊

[@frugalcreativeliving]

You are so welcome!

[@dredayful]

Thank you ❤

[@GenericAccountVLR]

Totally agree re bar soap! I do same.

[@ssance]

Tip for digital coupons: clip ALL of them because you can make surprise savings. I usually shop for other people and I’ve gotten surprise cash back and ofc regular savings on a handful of store trips. I used to work at a store with these digital coupons and sometimes I’d use my own coupons to help customers out and when they’d get their discount I’d sometimes get $1-$5 in cash back for a different product they were buying! I’d consider it my tip lol

[@frugalcreativeliving]

I love it! Great tip!

[@AbdulazizAlAzmi-pu7ns]

Thank you so much for this video. Super helpful and well-presented. Your time and effort is most appreciated!

[@conniekelly5186]

I have started doing that making sure I need it first

[@chrisk4053]

Love your blue sweater! I never knew about the sandwich bags ! Great tip !

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Thanks!

[@MJ-hc9pk]

These are such great ideas. I love the snack center! Thanks!!!

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@susanpeterson7570]

Good tips! Thanks!

[@frugalcreativeliving]

No problem!

[@judyland-obrien4259]

EXCELLENT variety of tips!

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Glad you like them!

[@emeraldc.8796]

Thank you for all of your extremely helpful tips & info. You're a true Blessing✝️🙏🏽💖

[@frugalcreativeliving]

I appreciate that! Thank you!

[@phxfarmer4844]

You have so many good ideas thank you for the video

[@milnaortega-qi1dr]

Still great reminders for all of us... Be bless

[@frugalcreativeliving]

I appreciate that! Thank you!

[@LeticiaUrbach-xp3yo]

Thankyou

[@frugalcreativeliving]

You’re welcome 😊

[@anneard1674]

I use backs of envelopes for my lists which I open by tearing the ends and put coupons inside

[@gildalim1763]

I plan and cook our meals using ingredients on sale that week.

[@LL-pq5uo]

I used to use bar soap but the bar soap residue definitely clogs my drains... Also, instead of constantly rewashing Ziploc bags that aren't made to be rewashed, there are reusable sandwich bags that you can buy for low cost and never have to use plastic sandwich bags again. It's better for the environment also.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Good tip on the reusable sandwich bags.

[@cynthiajudkins2250]

Great tips, TFS ❤

[@frugalcreativeliving]

You are so welcome!

[@user-jn5to2im9y]

Hi I love your suggestions. As a single mom for many years, I had to cut many corners. So, when I cooked dinner, I would cook an extra piece of meat. Then add that with the extra veggies to make my daughter homemade tv dinners. She would squall and stomp her feet ( only at home) that she wanted the store bought tv dinners her friends had. Just about a year ago ( when she turned 40) she actually admitted to missing easy dinners that were so good.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Awww...😊

[@user-ng2gf4ox9q]

I used to buy my own coffee when I had a coffee maker, but I noticed since my coffee maker broke I brought a box of instant coffee but I go to Dunkin donuts every morning now to get a small hot coffee. I honestly don't know why I am doing this now. I think I am doing it because it makes me sleep longer and because Dunkin donuts coffee tastes better, maybe that's why I am buying their coffee daily.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

If it's not getting in the way of any other financial goals you have, then it might just be one of those little pleasures you allow for yourself. But if it's contributing to you not being able to save enough money or have enough for more important things, then just grab a $10 coffee maker from Walmart along with the Dunkin Donuts coffee grounds and get back to making it yourself. That's the coffee I use in my Keurig along with a reusable k-cup.

[@user-jn5to2im9y]

I have one more, as a business major, with a minor in economics, I learned a lot about how things were placed in the store. The racks up front, the end caps and stuff in your way always costs the most. Still, you don’t have to go to college to figure out the easiest to reach Items are the most expensive. I go by what I call the “ Up, down and middle rule”. Simply put the stuff at eye level is going to cost the most. Next is the stuff on top to get a better value, while the stuff on the lower shelves are going to be where you find the best deals.

[@somebodycomelistentothispo7217]

Thank u! I’m always at Sprouts and Natural grocers, im budgeting but not good enough. Trying to save up to move to Costa Rica and hopefully retire early. Even if it does say it’s expired We eat it depending on what it is

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Oooo! I hope it all comes together for you!

[@stacistaci6657]

Great tips! I'm gonna see if I can be a hair model for.a beauty school. 😄

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Absolutely! Give it a try!

[@bren8652]

Ask your bank if they charge for counting coins you are depositing. Our credit union doesn't, saves me a lot of time and frustration rolling coins.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Great point! Thanks!

[@kenyonbissett3512]

My husband liked to carry cash and no coins. Everyday, he came home and put the change on a tray and I collected it. When my son was in elementary school, I would have him help me count it and put it into rolls. This helped him learn 4 quarters equal $1, 10 dimes equal $1, 20 nickels equal $1 and 100 pennies equal a $1. Yes, it took time but once he owned that skill, then I dropped the coins off at a bank branch that counted the coins for me.

[@renus6015]

useful.....my father used to do most of these things,very frugal....

[@frugalcreativeliving]

😊

[@redwoodoakrainforest4527]

Kroger will give you produce coupons in the mail but you have to buy bulk fruits and vegetables. No coupons for bagged produce.

[@paulascheib5347]

If you color you can take the finished pages you really like and frame them for home decor as well.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

That's true! And I love to color! Thanks!

[@curlyb4c95]

Bout a freezer, stocked it, now groceries are not that much. I shop every 2 weeks IF we need anything.

[@barrymitchell4424]

Ok . You ready ? Make as much money as you possibly can! And spend the least as possible. MM for over 10 years

[@Andrea_Make-it-your-own]

❤

[@t_n_rasberry8387]

Or you can just slowly use up your change each time you go somehere and during each of those moments just ask change for a few bills (only small quantities so you don’t overload the cashier)

[@SouthernFrugalMama]

I don’t use paper towels. We use rags. My bank also doesn’t accept coins except through the coin machine. If we are members of the credit union, it’s free. If not, they charge.

[@kenyonbissett3512]

My grocery store offers points. The point do expire after a couple of months. The points can be cashed for products, gasoline or dollars of my grocery total. This week I had 1111 points. I got $4 off, 1 dz eggs free, 1 gallon of milk free and 1 (30oz) rotisserie chicken free for 1100 points. The savings on the “free” products was $6.99 + $3.99 + $3.99=$14.97, I used 700 points for an additional savings of $7.97. My sister shops the same store, spends more than I do and just lets her points expire. 🤦‍♀️ it takes 2 mins to log in, click and send to card. That is like seeing a $20 bill on the ground and not bothering to pick it up.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Exactly!

[@HeronCoyote1234]

Is there an app that will tell you not only how long unopened goods last, but how long opened goods last in the fridge? The usual stuff (milk, butter, bread), and the unusual (like flour, yeast, hemp, flax seed and chia seeds).

[@lindagbukvic9441]

Routingly add baking soda and hot vinegar to your drains. That way you are "Preparing not Reparing".

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Very true! Great tip!

[@buckeyedav1]

On labels look in the canning section off the store for freezer tape it last forever just use a sharpie mark what it is and tape it the container. Anna In Ohio

[@madisonkai]

If there are places that have condiments and napkins and spoons and such out in the open when you’re buying take a couple more or ask for a couple more and you have to go sandwich condiments and forks when you pack lunch. Dollar tree has brand items, follow Instagram accounts instead of stopping by the stores to check. These dollar tree centric accounts show you what’s new. There is always brand name shampoo, face creams, cleaning products, dental hygiene, baby clothes, tshirts, belts, toys, fruit cocktails, oats, cereal. There is also shelf stable milk at the dollar tree.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Great idea! Thanks for commenting.

[@madisonkai]

@@frugalcreativeliving Thanks Sis! I Stan a frugal 👸🏿queen! 🩷

[@kenyonbissett3512]

Want a huge Disney Character wall art? Use a fabric style shower curtain. You will get a 72”x72” beautiful, color character that will be gorgeous for about $21 + tax and command strips or frame to hold it in place.

[@frugalcreativeliving]

What a great idea!

[@angelmiguel133]

”Anyone who is not investing now is missing a tremendous opportunity." I purchased my second house in September last year, and I am on track to retire next year. I owe a huge thanks to Maya Payson for her invaluable help in making this possible. She changed my life

[@katemorrison5444]

This lady called Maya Payson must be very good for people to talk about her this much. she also manages the investments of one of my colleagues. I'm impressed that you are aware of her as well.

[@angelmiguel133]

Yes Kate she's very good, she is straightforward and one of the best so far. People who don't know her or those that haven't invested with her. would say otherwise but the honest truth is that she has helped more people than i can count and that has to stand for something.

[@Richardwilly-gc5oz]

I must say, she is definitely one of the best out there. Her expertise as a registered investment advisor is unparalleled and she is well-versed in the financial market. I had the pleasure of meeting her once during a trading conference in Oklahoma, and it was clear that she knows her stuff.

[@ThaliahBailey]

I'm not here to speak for her, but to testify to what I'm sure of, she’s the best broker i know who is sincere, trustworthy and reliable. kudos! Maya

[@Amaryllis-4U]

Trading services is called bartering (good tip) 🙂

[@somebodycomelistentothispo7217]

I eat healthier than everyone in my house so their dad buys their food and I buy my own 😂

[@frugalcreativeliving]

That's how it was in my house for a while, but thankfully they're starting to come to the healthy side a little more!

[@sonyaberry9805]

I would advise people who are single and or child free to get an overnight sleep job. Check in the area you live & see if they have any positions available for sleep positions. These jobs are primarily in the health care field but it’s extra money for something you are doing anyway

[@hollylaws3110]

You know you are in the South if there are 15 butter bowls in the fridge & only 1 has butter😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@frugalcreativeliving]

😂😂

[@jsimp4050]

My bank won’t take rolled coins anymore. 😢

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Will they take them unrolled and put them through their own counter?

[@curtish9499]

Butter has a lot of saturated fat. It's best to consume less butter. Add in some olive oil, it is a healthier alternative 🫒

[@frugalcreativeliving]

Thanks! I actually use olive oil for all of my cooking and a vegetable oil "butter" spread for toast, pancakes, baking cookies and flavoring my veggies. Thanks for the advice!

[@kenyonbissett3512]

It’s only better if the olive oil is cold pressed during processing.

[@awlfaxx249]

New viewer , whats a good email to reach you? URGENT question!

[@t_n_rasberry8387]

We have split the grocery items we buy from Costco with other people from different households to prevent throwing away food as some items comes in certain amounts.

[@HeronCoyote1234]

Is there an app that will tell you not only how long unopened goods last, but how long opened goods last in the fridge? The usual stuff (milk, butter, bread), and the unusual (like flour, yeast, hemp, flax seed and chia seeds).

[@frugalcreativeliving]

I dont know about an app, but I've used these two resources for refrigerated/frozen/cooked foods. REFRIGERATOR & FREEZER STORAGE CHART www.fda.gov/media/74435/download HOW TO STORE COOKED FOOD www.thespruceeats.com/how-to-store-cooked-food-leftovers-6746490 For unopened foods, I don't have a site I reference regularly, but I would imagine you could find something online.