50 Things I Stopped Buying | Minimalism & Saving Money

These are some things i have stopped buying to save money and live more simply as i start to move more towards a minimalist lifestyle.
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[@MeredithBult]

What are some things you have stopped by in? And why?

[@JayHora]

Have you looked into color Street for your nails pretty cool product doesn't take much practice to get good at it nice clear coat over top makes it last up to a month depending on how physical you are

[@melissalee1709]

I love seeing how you live frugally but not as an extreme minimalist, especially as Gabe is more minimalistic. I'm trying to live with much less clutter and let my husband keep his sports memorabilia. Compromise is key. Can't wait to hear more from your viewpoint.

[@MeredithBult]

Compromise is definitely important! Gabe lets me have my books but other than that, I really try to keep things minimal. Definitely frugal!! You can have things without going broke!

[@JustSoNso]

Checking out books at the library is free. Our library has many books available on Kindle or other apps. The nice thing about the digital check-outs is that they return automatically when they are due.

[@mariadiehl6684]

You seem so lovely Meredith! I have watched your husband’s channel for probably about 4 years, but as a wife and mama, have always loved when we got to see some of you and your daughter though his channel. Best wishes with the channel!!

[@MeredithBult]

Thank you for supporting his channel and now mine!! Merry Christmas 😊

[@ferlinecarldalupan8752]

Hi Meredith! I'm a viewer from your husband's channel, and I just want to commend you for your effort to become more frugal. I am kind of a hoarder myself and I'm trying my best to become as frugal and minimalist as possible since having a baby. I'm with you in this journey.

[@MadisonBriggsArtchick]

I came to your channel because Gabe mentioned you were starting one. This is super cute. I am a long ways out from being a young mom and in fact my oldest grandchild is 17 right now. I subscribed because I want to support your new adventure!

[@MeredithBult]

Thank you! I appreciate it! I’ll take all the support I can get. This does not come naturally to me 😂

[@JennGalbreath]

Try your local library! E books . . . And so much more.

[@traciewade6368]

Excellent! I'm decluttering and doing a no spend Jan- March. I don't want to bring in other stuff. Thanks for sharing!

[@ashleythompson8530]

Hi Meredith! I've watched Gabe for so long, so I'm a subscriber through him! I love how comfortable you were discussing periods. A lot of these videos, the women lose confidence when they talk about pads or tampons, as though it's something cringeworthy. I love that you didn't. And I can relate so much to how having children evens things out. My periods were so crazy and erratic when I was a teen. Sometimes they were light, sometimes I'd bleed through everything. Sometimes they were 11 days long, sometimes I'd go a month without. But after my first son was born, they finally got regular and I could finally plan for it each month.

[@MeredithBult]

Hahah! Periods are so normal and I think it’s silly the taboo around them! Mine have always been a wreck too.

[@priscillamaclean6074]

I made my own pads for most of my adult life out of old tshirts and flannel shirts. My daughters also used cloth pads or a menstrual cup.

[@Annooof90016]

Agree with the cleaning supplies. I was spending so much money on them and now I save a lot by using alcohol/ vinegar. I don’t buy supplements and I’ve invested in a good coffee machine so I can make my own coffee at home.

[@dead91alive]

Same! Just add a few drops of essential oil to alcohol solution and works better too.

[@ashshopalot]

You should get a library card. You can get ebooks and audiobooks and you don't have to spend any money and you get to support your community library.

[@sailormoon784]

Subscriber 500 here! 🎉 I love Gabes videos and look forward to watching yours!

[@MeredithBult]

I just looked at the subscriber count for the first time! I’m shocked!! Thank you for being #500!!!

[@sailormoon784]

You've done an excellent job for being brand new to this. I used to get Ipsy also because I love makeup, but I canceled for the same exact reason. It was fun to try new makeup but it started creating clutter that I just wasn't using. One note for everyone on the ebooks. I find almost every book I ever want on my library's website. They let you download ebooks and audio books without even going to the library!

[@jaclyndougherty3271]

Yes! I do a lot of this as well. I also make my cleaning stuff, make up, hygiene stuff, face serums and toners, hand soap, body wash. It's just so much easier and I know what's in it. Great video!

[@marthaannesweat4676]

Great tips! This year I worked on decluttering and saving money which has resulted in a more minimalistic lifestyle. I found out about your channel from Gabe’s channel. Would love to hear the story of how you met! Would also love a video of what toys were your favorite purchases!

[@justine835]

Great list, it's fun to learn a bit more about you through it 🙂

[@MeredithBult]

I'll definitely be sharing more personal stuff in the next couple of videos!

[@lauraatterbury]

Yes on the planners!! I hate to mess them up by writing in them!!

[@MeredithBult]

It’s so sad!!! 😂

[@theoriginaltunnelfox]

LOL the notebook anxiety is so real 😅 it’s so pretty, I have to write something worthy in it 😂

[@kbs7583]

Interesting take on so many things. I hadn't really considered not using a planner! Just FYI, Tupperware is its own brand. Those other items are actually their own brands of containers for food storage, etc. Good luck with your channel.

[@MeredithBult]

That’s true! You’re right about the brands. Where I’m from, everything is just called whatever the top brand is so I forget!!!

[@CoffeePlantsRepeat]

Socks: I buy all the same wool black socks. They last, they don’t stain and they never have a mismatch. Each family member has their make/model color so we benefit. I do need to keep work socks and winter work socks.. again all the same color make and model.

[@autobotdiva9268]

ive been decluttering, coats, jackets, old sweaters with holes in the sleeves from the office chair days. i didnt even buy a expensive ham for christmas this year. were having bbq chicken legs! lovevery toys are wonderful.

[@MeredithBult]

I like the sound of chicken legs!!! Sounds good 👌

[@priscillamaclean6074]

I love Modelones! I use Revel dips and have some Modelones gels when I need a quick change. 👍 I also cut my own hair and shop at thrift stores, although that is a problem for me. 😬

[@tiashadae1143]

Long time subscriber of Gabe's channel, here to support yours as well ❤❤❤

[@j.nickel3244]

I was listening to Gabe and when he mentioned you started a channel, I hopped over here. You have a great voice for this- easy to listen to. Congratulations on your soon to be here son. Your daughter is adorable

[@MeredithBult]

Thanks for coming over!!! I’m glad it’s easy to listen to, I definitely need to work on it!!

[@aliceroseduerr3089]

I read several books a month. If it’s a series I creat a list and note if they can be found at the library or the library’s digital, then used books, or kindle.

[@MeredithBult]

Kindle is a life saver!!!

[@susanmarden3081]

I watch your husband and was excited when he said you have a channel! I am watching you from the Isle of Wight in 🇬🇧 UK.❤️

[@MeredithBult]

Awesome!! Thank you 😊

[@anitaluevano9643]

I love getting books from thrift stores and my library

[@MeredithBult]

I live for the thrift stores!!!

[@azsubie3177]

Hi Meredith! I'm a bit past the child rearing years but I do love what you and Gabe are doing on YT. I grew up with a mom and grandmother who were frugal and minimal in how they decorated, the things they purchased, etc and they never would have known a name brand if they even stumbled upon it in a thrift shop. I write my own blog about simple living and decluttering as I am on a journey to get back to basics and trim my consumerism. Thank you for sharing!

[@MeredithBult]

Oh awesome! What is your blog??

[@azsubie3177]

@@MeredithBult It's a work in progress. 2024 will be spent learning how to blog properly, get my links set up, categories, and user experience dialed in, lol!

[@jessicaerickson8813]

I think I just found my new favorite channel! I’m so excited to get to know you, from what I just binged we have alot in common!

[@carmenalabat8425]

Néw subscriber here from Gabe’s channel. Great information and tips Thankyou 😊

[@MeredithBult]

Thanks for coming over!

[@madeleinevonwielligh5931]

We also have one colour towels now 😁👍 ... but we had coloured towels when my 3 kids were teenagers... then I know who's towels were on the floor 😂😂😂 ... so much easier to find the culprit 😉

[@MeredithBult]

I can see why That would be useful!

[@laurav484]

Love your video!! Very relatable!

[@catherineaube2367]

I agree with you on a lot of things! I cut my hair once a year, I color them myself (hate grey hair), no makeup, no nails by a professional, no new clothes for a long time…

[@MeredithBult]

I like make up so I do buy some but usually just once or twice a year!

[@KathyJacksonSanDiegoRealEstate]

Iced coffee. Easy to make. Cup off coffee, 3/4 cup almond milk, ice, choc protein powder and blend. Cool whip os good on it too.

[@MeredithBult]

I’ve never tried protein powder in it! It sounds good though ☺️

[@user-gu4ux8cq3i]

I am watching your channel for the first time, having been watching your husband’s for several years. Nice to see the another perspective in the same household 🙂 Being on a minimalist path and from Europe, I am surprised to see what kind of subscriptions you can get in the U.S. - now I see what minimalist KZbinrs actually mean. It’s not just netflix or phone, it seems you can subscribe to everything and anything!! Toys, make-up, pregnancy-stuff… OMG!

[@MeredithBult]

Yes! You can get way too many subscriptions. It gets overwhelming when you look at all the different ones! That’s why I avoid them entirely.

[@chanelmindyabusiness4947]

I'm pretty new to the reusable pad life. I love them, and have grown to prefer them.

[@thatcollegeguy914]

Just here to support you because of your husband ❤❤❤keep going

[@MeredithBult]

Thank you!!

[@Nicole-zv7ee]

I buy a giant tub of coconut oil, at Sam's Club, for $9, and I use that as my eye makeup remover, hair conditioner, body oil, eye cream, and mouthwash.

[@Kristenoyinbo]

You and your husband are amazing. I love both your channels I just found u both today. Much love from Australia 🇦🇺❤️

[@MeredithBult]

Hello!!! Thank you!! Glad you’re here ❤️

[@vivicadesign]

I've stopped buying new clothes as I have two friends who love shopping for clothes and give their 'old' ones to me (they're still pretty new and awesome) 😊

[@MeredithBult]

That's awesome! I share a ton of clothes with my friends as well

[@user-bz1wn3qz7m]

I'd love a list of 📚!

[@MeredithBult]

🔥

[@heatherpurvis2792]

I stopped buying earrings as I have too many and find I only rotate through a dozen of them. I am considering decluttering. same with books, I stopped buying them, library's are great. I decluttered my books and I only have 12, mostly work related books that I use.

[@MeredithBult]

Earrings are a good one to stop buying! Like I mentioned, I only wear the same ones every day and have a single pair that are dressier for weddings and such. Books are another good one! Kindle and libraries are great alternatives

[@veronicacampbell7]

Be very careful with these at home gel nail polish, let your nails breathe from time to time. I developed a bad allergy to gel, it was one of the worst pain I have had so far. Great video, I am looking forward to seeing more money saving tips ❤

[@Missgorgeous-p3c]

Hello Meredith, I look forward to more of your content. Subscribed

[@user-cy6xf7jq8p]

I'm excited to keep watching your channel, and since you're just getting started, wanted to ask if you are able to make the video not zoom in and out. I can't watch it when it does that and have to just listen. Ditto on all these positive comments. You're doing great!

[@MeredithBult]

I’m so sorry! I thought all those got taken out. I hated the zoom in/ours too! Very hard to watch. I will triple check next time!!! Thank you for bringing that up!

[@neosoulwriter]

I love the nail polish organizer ❤

[@Kittenmom2]

Hi I watch Gabe’s channel I’m so excited you’re here

[@MeredithBult]

Thank you! Looking forward to it!!

[@joelenethiele8309]

Try elf cosmetics. It is very reasonable and they are cruelty free

[@user-ns9fh7bn4q]

Cottage cheese I like in my lasagna. Give baby Thomas a hug for me. I can't wait to meet him.

[@jaclyndougherty3271]

Oh and towels are another thing. I bought 2 Norwex towels and they have been going strong for 3 years now. We just don't buy them, no need.

[@MeredithBult]

My mom uses norwex! I don’t love them for my family but they’re definitely a good brand if they work for you!!

[@prisc.l4051]

Hi Meredith! i also stopped buying baby clothes, our kids have cousins, or I buy 2d hand

[@melann6791]

I also don't go to the hair dresser Any more and do it at home. I also thrift all mine and kids clothes. Alot of these things I also don't do

[@amitasharmagynec]

Till the last 2 Perfume/deo/soaps/shampoo/body wash are over,I have stopped buying them new now.inhave 6 bottles of diff fragrances and certainly don't need a new one..same for body washes...so till the last ones are over,am not getting new ones

[@falaniaae1835]

Hi can you share the name of the Landry soap you use? Thank you. I like being a minimslist and bring free from clutter and spending money on "stuff" I really don't need,

[@MeredithBult]

MollySuds is the brand!

[@brandymoran9646]

Where did you get the boxes you’re holding your nail polish in?

[@MeredithBult]

Amazon!

[@KathyJacksonSanDiegoRealEstate]

Nice video Meredith.

[@lawra89]

Saalt period products are good. They have underwear, menstrual cups and discs. I highly recommend them. Their customer service is so good and they have a lot of helpful videos on their KZbin channel. They are a little bit of an investment, but when you think of the thousands of dollars you'll save in your lifetime and how much waste you're not creating, it's definitely worth it.

[@MeredithBult]

Never heard of that brand! I’ll look into it!

[@lawra89]

They also give 2% back to girls that would otherwise miss school during their periods and educate them. @@MeredithBult

[@marykimble5214]

I would be interested in a video of books you've read in 2023 (sounds like it might be a two or three video thing)(give details what book was about and what you thought of it). Would you be up for that?

[@MeredithBult]

Maybe I’ll get to that in the future! I’m not sure if I’ll make any book content. I really enjoyed “One dark window” though from last year!

[@Cthomas2119]

What laundry detergent do you use?

[@MeredithBult]

Molly suds! They have an unscented version that I’ll use for the baby and I use the lavender one for the rest of us.

[@anitaluevano9643]

Since I stopped drinking i save a lot of money

[@judithalb]

Wow I can’t believe you’ve read over 80 books in less than a year📚 good job 👏🏻

[@MeredithBult]

Pregnancy insomnia is good for something 😂

[@christinegonzalez7976]

What laundry detergent do you like?

[@MeredithBult]

Molly suds!

[@ask_why000]

The nail polish case is no joke... Where did you get it?

[@MeredithBult]

Amazon!

[@staceypennington919]

Meredith where do you buy your gel polish? I am taking my nails off when I go to my next appt and I am trying to find a polish that will stay on.

[@MeredithBult]

Amazon! Modelones is my favorite brand!

[@glacyneyla-lifestyle]

Hi 😊 I'm confused a little bit... You said you were pregnant (or nursing) since you were 20. It's your 2nd pregnancy, isn't it? Are you so young?? 22? 😮 I'm 32 years old and here in Germany it's common to start pregnancy at about 35 or older (or never!) because of the tough job and rent situation. 😅 I know, living in USA is way cheaper, but...having two kids with 22 sounds soooo crazy (in an confusing way) to me 😮

[@MeredithBult]

Yep! Pregnant since 20 is correct! Our oldest passed away when I was almost half way through pregnancy with him and then I got pregnant with our daughter and now our second son 😊

[@glacyneyla-lifestyle]

@@MeredithBult Wooooow 🤯

[@aug07broken]

Oh my gosh, will u share the story when u accidentally donated his suit??? Sounds like good content 😊

[@MeredithBult]

It’s not a very exciting story! Maybe I’ll do a short on it

[@mzabs1871]

Hi there. I highly recommend not thrifting shoes unless they have never been used. I used to wear my daughters shoes. I ended up with plantar fascietis. I am 50. Ive spent my entire life wearing respknsible shoes and yet i still screwed up my feet. So much regret.

[@MeredithBult]

I always find ones that haven’t been worn or lightly been worn! I would never thrift shoes for my kids though for that same reason!!

[@ashleythompson8530]

Thrifting shoes is definitely only for shoes that get worn very few times. Something like tennis shoes or running shoes that get worn a lot conform to the feet, and definitely are not worth thrift shopping. But your young daughter has a daddy daughter dance at school and that's basically the one time she'll need fancy dress shoes that year? Definitely thrift.

[@grannyprepper1181]

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[@MrGilperc]

Hi Meredith. It will be fun to follow your ying to Gabe's yang. I noticed that you spelled Thrift wrong in your video. Both you and Gabe should spell check everything you post. I've noticed it his companion video and others. I want your channel to be the best that it can be. Just a constructive suggestion. I'm following you as of today.

[@MeredithBult]

Generally I do spellcheck, just ran out of time 🙂

[@aggiesart6]

yeah go moms! i cut my own hair, first time is was horrible :) 2e time much better. Just like anything else you learn.

[@christalehnen9203]

Buying books??? Maybe checkout your local library.

[@MeredithBult]

I just use my kindle!

[@elizabethdurden2824]

Library is a great idea for ebooks. I get books from my library on the kindle all the time. Also, bookbub shares free Kindle books daily.

[@ZeroWasteFamily]

I don’t buy cleaning supplies, zip lock bags or bread

[@MeredithBult]

What do you use instead of ziplocks?? I’ve been looking for an alternative.

[@Goddees]

Мередит, ты очень милая девушка

[@becca1325]

Who’s Thomas? 🤔

[@MeredithBult]

That is what our little boy’s name is/will be once he’s arrived!

[@cmarie2458]

goog video but the constant zooming in and out was just unnecessary and bothersome

[@MeredithBult]

Yeah we won't be doing that going forward I agree.

[@Darin08]

Put your husband's KZbin channel in the channel subscriptions thing

[@MeredithBult]

Part 2 on his channel is in the description

[@Darin08]

no link his channel on your channel

[@clusmanfamily1155]

Definitely stay away from Lovevery. They’ll break your mom brain.

[@arianamansouri9275]

It says minimalism but you keep sayin in your videos you're not a minimalist.

[@MeredithBult]

I’m married to one so it’s ingrained in my brain to try to be one 😂

[@fireupthesky]

How much it cost where you live to cut and dye your hair?300 to 600 dollars.omg. I don't blame you you do it yourself.

[@MeredithBult]

It’s crazy! If you get just a cut it can be $100-150 but if you add dye or any other kind of highlight or treatment, it jacks it up a couple hundred.

[@tanisemmello]

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