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[@AnnMitt]

The biggest savings for women will come from stop buying clothes and shoes. You have enough. Stop going to the salons for manicures and monthly hair cuts. Just get your hair cut a few times per year. And color your grey roots at home. All that will save you hundreds per month.

[@raineedaytinyfilms]

Even better yet, stop worrying about those grays and go natural! That’s what I did and only wish I’d done it 15 years sooner! 😭

[@ingetnamn-de9fc]

@@raineedaytinyfilms Yes, hair colors and bleach ooze cancer. Avoiding them is better for the health and we all know health is wealth.

[@sarahgrooms5606]

@@AnnMitt I don't do any of those things. I don't have the money. I wear my clothes until they are wore thin. I don't color my hair because I am allergic to it. I just live with the gray. I trim my hair myself. Guess I am saving a lot.

[@ChristopherEvans-650]

Through the end of May, I am at $3039 for expenses this year. $590 of it, is food. Walk or hike everywhere, so I have on spent $45 on gasoline since late February. I will eventually be spending more money as I am working on the yard. Planning on planting fruit bearing trees and grow some vegetables. Being frugal is like a game to me, so I never really feel like I am being deprived.

[@ragdollpreppers2648]

That’s awesome !!

[@BrianK-zz4fk]

fruit tough can wait many years before fruit 👍

[@bberdan6603]

Wow. Inspiring

[@tbunnyshy1]

I love this!

[@karengrice2303]

@@BrianK-zz4fkThat is true for fruit trees but berries produce pretty quickly. I planted dwarf raspberries bushes, blueberries and thornless dwarf blackberries. They were producing after the second year. I planted an apple and pear tree four years ago. We are still waiting for fruit.

[@heatherwillis8891]

I got some new shampoo on sale and it was terrible on my hair. I decided to use it as toilet cleaner. My bathroom smells nice when I use it. Soap is soap.

[@danielleterry2331]

Thank you now I know what to do with that 1.00 body wash that broke me out

[@JanetFisher-mg5jb]

Lol

[@littleiodine9480]

I grew up with a “RagBag!” Worn out things got cut up a put in. We ALWAYS had rags for what we needed. 😊

[@LauraMacMillan-el2kc]

@@littleiodine9480 Oh My Gosh! I had forgotten all about Mom's rag bag! It was so much fun ( for us kids; maybe not for her 😏) "helping" her look for just the right piece. Same thing with her Button Jar.

[@Nottallblonde]

I used VO5 once on my hair a few years ago, and my hair looked like someone running in the woods being chased by a bear….. absolutely horrible with static cling and frizz forever

[@lizh1988]

No Pantene. Someone gave me an almost full bottle, she said it was to harsh for her, ir something. I didnt believe her then, but learned to say no to Pantene. I use suave kids body wash and shampoo in one, my skin is no longer very oily, so it works great.

[@catherinehall2072]

Oh the visual, but I am familiar with that look.

[@tinamarienelson8469]

I had to stop my trash pickup. I take my trash to my sister’s house or to work with me. I use dog food bags for trash bags. I buy 20 lbs of dog food and they fit in my trash can perfectly. I don’t have stinky trash , no food and I rinse and dry any cans I use. I use cloth napkins and don’t buy paper towels. I have a bidet and buy very little toilet paper. I got it from Amazon for about $40. A friend of mine installed it very easily. I’m recently divorced after 18 years of marriage. My life has changed drastically lately and I’m really trying to get a handle on things.

[@PrepperPrincess]

Dog bags are really sturdy and don’t leak. That was/is a good idea.

[@LauraMacMillan-el2kc]

My daughter does this too. It all helps!

[@lindadorman2869]

I made a list of all my expenses and vowed to trim at least 10% off every single one of them. It became a game to see how much I could cut without actually sacrificing the item. I didn't try to lower my rent but my landlord hasn't raised it since I moved in 6 years ago so I call that a win. I shopped around and found better prices on insurance, phone, internet, utilities and food. I learned to cook, mend clothes and do home maintenance myself. When you cut a little off of everything, it doesn't even seem like such a big change.

[@jerrychetty2524]

Carpenter's golden rule, "measure twice and cut once". Plumbers dictum, "water flows downward, do not lick your fingers"!

[@cherylawitherell1800]

I dry my clothes on dry racks and outside on the line..i put regular fans on the indoor racks and i can dry a load in about 4 hours. My clothes dryer broke last fall, and i refused to buy another one. My electric bill was reduced by $100 each month . Winning.

[@michellesunshinestar]

LOL, I'm in a studio. I'm very happy here. I had a reinspect because I didn't pass last week. My parents helped me get rid of so much stuff. But the property manager was so happy, and the one casae manager said "I've never seen your apartment look like this". It looks like I just moved in. You know, I don't really need that much. My entertainment is mostly on the computer. I love NetFlix and Disney+. I don't have cable either. I get digital books too. My prized possession though is my large print, Bible. It's very nice, and I can still read it.

[@ninnymuggins5159]

Intermittent fasting and eating less carbs and eating smaller portions all help you save your money and your health.

[@magicmax6623]

“When i need to pretend to have manners” LOL😂🤣😂🤣

[@prettybullet7728]

The dogs are so cute lying there together. I remember when you first got Nala and how hard you worked to help Rocky adjust to her being a part of the family.

[@fina4040]

I just love how you include a little chat with your dogs at the end of your videos. They are beautiful babies!

[@katiel3457]

Thank you! I have oily hair and use the cheap, Clarifying Suave shampoo and conditioner. I think they were $1.25 each at Walmart. My friend cuts hair and said to use less shampoo, think of it as washing your scalp, not your hair. Use only a little mixed with water to scrub your scalp on the oilier areas. When you rinse, the suds is more than adequate to clean the rest of your hair. Those bottles have lasted me 5 months and there's still some left. My hair looks great too. I was so dang nervous to wash it less frequently, but I'm so glad I listened to you and did it because now it's less oily. Your hair really does adjust. I was washing it too much before. If it's a day I'm not washing, I might use a sprinkle of cornstarch or generic baby powder and that freshens it up well, but I'm having to do that less and less.

[@Loretta_C]

Great tips however please stay away from margarine it’s not the same as butter and it’s garbage for your body.

[@ellenjolenewilkins6511]

I watch you on my cell phone.

[@deedeesmith3073]

I buy my clothes at thrift stores and garage sales but can’t believe how much they smell like laundry detergent !!! Yes people use to much it’s shocking . I actually have to often soak the clothes in water and vinegar to get the smell out! I use unscented laundry soap since my daughter was a baby 37 years ago she had infantile eczema.

[@FlaGrown1955]

As I stated before. I burn my cardboard, compost , wash out food containers and recycled those. Then with what is left I take it to the land fill myself. I have a neighbor who let's me put 2 bags a week in their can. I get them a gas card once every 5 or 6 months.

[@bettinak.4]

Burning is not an option for everyone. In my country you brake the law if you burn anything. Which is ok because they take everything and it's like 5 dollars a month.

[@FlaGrown1955]

@bettinak.4 I only burn cardboard in a firepit in my backyard. Our trash pickup without recycling is 30.00 per month. I am lucky my neighbor let's me put 2 bags a week in her can. I give her a gas card once or twice a year for 25.00 dollars. I save a lot of money this way.

[@annabanana50]

Growing up in an Asian family we just washed ourselves after using the bathroom. We just use a bucket of water and a cup, not fancy at all. Growing up in the United States and first went to preschool, I was surprised there was no way to wash.

[@stevestewart007]

I would love to abolish paper towels, but we have a septic sytstem. We can't have grease going down the sink or through the washer. Plus we have a well. So it is cheaper and better for our systems to use paper towels for cleaning up grease. We use them sparingly, though. Cloth napkins, cloth DRYING wipes for the bidet, and cloth handkerchiefs rather than Kleenex.

[@ingetnamn-de9fc]

Yes, always get rid of the grease and oil before you wash. My neighbor did not do it and was forced to pay $600 and that was years ago. Now it is probably double that price. 🥺

[@rosemarie3908]

when we lived in houses that had a septic. i would wipe all pots pans and dishes with newspaper. and when we had our meals for napkins we used material napkins. as for silverware ibwould rinse them (wiping them down if needed with the newspapers). then soak in hot sudsy water with a drop of bleach. just a small pindrop any way incould save money i did it. inwatered down all soaps and shampoos and detergents. i cleaned with vinegar and baking soda if i couldnt get toothpaste until payday. we used baking soda.

[@jenniferschwabauer4508]

Entertainment is also another expense category that people could reduce or eliminate all together with free things. For some reason Americans think they’re not being entertained if they’re not paying money. During the recession my daughter and I found so many free things to do that were super fun, from concerts in the park, street fairs, free museum days, free festivals, programs at the library, etc. and then there is also hiking, biking, beachcombing or wandering around the lake picking up treasures, things like that. Be creative. Be a hometown tourist in your own town or your own county. As one reader said, make it fun, make it a game.

[@nt6719]

I have a partial roll of paper towels that has lasted me over a year, probably over 2 years. Most of what I've used has been used to clean up messes when my cat has gotten sick. I have a bidet bottle. I use 1 teaspoon of laundry per load. There's a repair person who says that too much laundry detergent is bad for washing machines. My hair is dry so I can go fairly long between shampoos. I only wear makeup if I'm leaving the house. I use very little,. My laundry goes on a drying rack and on towel bars. It also goes on plastic hangers and gets hung on the shower rod. I use butter instead of margarine. I buy it when it's on sale and put it in the freezer. I average $75 per month per adult for groceries. I use baking soda and white vinegar for cleaning. I use old T-shirts cut up and microfiber clothes for cleaning. I've bought one new sweater on sale this year. I was filling in a gap I had. I had been looking for awhile. I go to the grocery store once every 10 days-2 weeks. Thanks to a tip from you I just got my internet bill cut form $60 to $35 per month. That's good for a year. I'm paying $20 for my cell phone bill with the same company.

[@Frugal_fitchic]

Excellent tips😊

[@judithann1570]

If you want spreadable butter just get a Butter Bell. It's what they use in France, especially in the French countryside "peasant" homes. Look for one at garage sales. You can keep butter soft on your counter for days without it spoiling. You just have to change the water in the bottom of the jar so that the butter does not spoil. It's great. The American version is called a Butter Boat.

[@kysmik8214]

Or you can just go to the dollar store, get one of those plastic butter dishes with a snap on lid and let it sit out on the counter. Because air cannot get to the butter, it never goes rancid. I've done this for years.

[@karenherring8883]

We own our home, like you I think our biggest bill is our heath insurance. We are in Australia our groceries for everything in the house foods, cat food, detergents, shampoo whatever we spend $280.00 a month for two oldies and a fat cat. I don't know how that compares to in the USA . I know people can't believe that is all we spend a month and we don't go without anything.

[@gogogardener]

I use cheap shampoo and conditioner. Sometimes I brave a new scent. If I don't like the conditioner scent, it gets used for cleaning paint brushes. I had to share since you're frequently remodeling. I was surprised to learn to use conditioner in art classes. It really helps make paint brushes last for years of projects.... if it's cleaned before the paint dries.

[@sjchan3199]

Great idea im gonna try that cheers

[@GrannyLinn]

I didn’t know that!

[@pinkiesmum]

I have marble floors and clean with only water. No detergents of any kind. We have been warned by the manufacturer to never use anything on it. Water cleans well on its own.

[@kimmy6639]

I have to share with you that I recently used one of your tips. Now I don't have to, however I always hated the waste of liquid soaps so when the bathrooms hand wash hit half way gone, I filled with water and shook. My husband used it and told me not to buy that brand again, it was too thin, lol. I told him they are all that way now so he would have to get used to it! Doing the same with all the other liquid cleaners now but going to buy a big brand name container of it so he won't blame me for being cheap!!

[@bettyadkisson1681]

Yes I gifted 3 of my nieces the washable snap diapers and even pads for over nights. And the niece's reusable Femine pads too. It saved them thousands of dollars for multiple children. Put it this way 3kids for one and 1 child for the other 2 niece's the 2 niece's mother was so pleased and thanked for the gifts. Because she only had 3 fingers on one hand too snap them shut and I also bought fasteners the regular clothe diapers. I use microfiber towels for paper towels because they pick up liquid up faster wring rinse and greasy the area clean.

[@karengerow9557]

I seriously wish there was someone here and Ontario that was like you and could help

[@SusieBound4Heaven]

Re: the bidet water doesn't come from the toilet bowl! (For those that are confused😊) It comes from the water supply pipe...same principle as your shower! You can even buy the "heated" bidets! Honestly, you get used to it if you DO NOT use a heated bidet. 😂 And they aren't that expensive. Just shop for one in your budget.

[@patdavey2690]

When I was growing up, we only got paper bags at the grocery. My mom would double bag, put it in a small bin, and once it was full, she'd slide another paper bag over the top, and secure it with twine. We never, ever just dumped our garbage into the outside bin. Rhode Island recently enacted a law that stores can't use plastic anymore so we get paper if we don't bring our own bags. I'm thinking of going back to the old way and using paper bags for trash.

[@lateshachurney5965]

At Winco one roll of paper towels is $.43.

[@dizziemom867]

I stay out of Walmart as much as possible. I hate checking myself out and being stopped at the door.

[@aurorasanchez7922]

Walmart should give discount for pay people paying by itself. I prefer dollar tree.

[@guykenniker9498]

I use washcloths for coasters spills clean up. I use paper towels for greasy foods like bacon

[@aimeevargas4016]

Use vinegar as a conditioner. Dilute it in water and it softens hair and clothes.

[@cynthiaweathers6979]

I'm not giving up my toilet paper and paper towels. Removing grease with paper towels is going to be much cheaper than repairing a clogged up septic system. And I have Crohn's disease and toilet paper is my good friend. 😂

[@catseyes8377]

Bidet would actually help you. You won't get soreness from frequent bathroom trips. I suggest you try it. Try a portable bidet

[@cynthiaweathers6979]

@@catseyes8377 I didn't know such a thing as a portable bidet exists. I might try that. But for soreness, for viewers that have the problem, I keep a jar of original noxema in the fridge. A dollop vif nice cold noxema really heals and soothes.

[@toosexy7955]

@@cynthiaweathers6979 Try "CORN STARCH" on a powder puff, Back in the day people used it for baby powder....!

[@metoo5004]

😂😂😂 I probably have enough soap until I'm gone....... truth

[@magomago7819]

Once a week I wash my hair with half cup apple cider vinegar and half cup water. I add shampoo, a bit and wash my hair once a week. I can go almost 4 to 5 days without washing my hair as it leaves it so squeaky clean stripping all the residue from oils, mousse, gels. I recommend it a lot.

[@joycejackson9315]

I use lots of rags and old clothes for cleaning up. And I, too, have napkins for dining. I have been doing it for many years. I used to find them for pennies years ago at thrift stores. Now they are becoming very popular so hard to find. I'll make my own if need be.

[@3beltwesty]

I just use my old towels and T shirts. Way cheaper to clean up a spilled beer with an old towel than a bucks worth of paper towels. lol They I throw the towel in the washer or use the tub to wash it.

[@tacmason]

For the last three years.. I have been reconditioning myself to drink my morning Coffee, with out CREAM, or Milk. Just to see if I could brew a drinkable cup of Coffee - and learn to enjoy it - with out having creamer. I have substituted Butter, and Salt, Honey, and cinnamon for commercial Creamers. with real success . Oddly, I can refrigerate 2 left over cups of Black Coffee , ( with no added anything ) and drink it in the afternoon - after I have eaten my main meal of the day. as my customary "afternoon - pick me up", and it does not bother my stomach - which it would on an empty stomach . Dark circles - under your eyes may indicate a pre - Diabetic condition. You are "Preaching to the Choir" with this perpetual Economic struggle !

[@marycrandles4682]

Great idea!!!

[@lizh1988]

Cold brew made in a mason jar for me! Makes two cups of thick coffee that I have to water down with creamer or water.

[@TinyHomeCooking-tk4mc]

Thank you PP! We are NOT fancy in our home either! I don’t think anyone can afford to be “fancy” anymore. 😉

[@ingetnamn-de9fc]

Millionaire politicians sure can.

[@TinyHomeCooking-tk4mc]

@@ingetnamn-de9fc Yes but that’s because they scandalize everyone else. We are honest about our living, therefore we have peace in our conscience in regards to not ripping people off. That’s something they don’t have. In the end of it all, they’ll have to give account to their deceit and evil practices.

[@melindaoa8668]

Our municipality will not allow binned trash to be unbagged. We are only allowed to put recyclables unbagged into the recycle bin. I reuse and recycle as much as possible. We no longer get plastic bags from the stores, and have to pay for paper bags. I do use those paper bags for trash and put them into the larger trash bags.

[@justtennessee2652]

Love your videos, but that description of the “common sense” explanation of how a bidet works, had me rolling😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Leah20048]

Your videos are always so helpful. I really appreciate you making them. I’ve saved so much money putting your advice into practice.

[@lateshachurney5965]

I think there are a few reasons people are not giving up cable. 1. Sports, 2. News, 3. They are older people and don’t want to learn the technology, 4. They would rather complain then do the research to make their situation better and don’t want to change their ways. These are the only things I can come up with. I haven’t had cable for at least 14 years but I do have three streaming services and have Prime. That’s enough for me. And I love finding all the stuff I can watch for free.

[@LeighChambers-de7cp]

I grew up poor, so a lot of money saving "tips" just come naturally. I got rid of cable AND my TV in 2007 and haven't looked back.

[@ellenjolenewilkins6511]

Pluto TV has news, and many movies and shows. Free. Also rabbit ears on TV get local news and shows. Free

[@GrannyLinn]

I have oily, stringy hair. The only thing that works is baking soda… a tablespoon in a cup of warm water.

[@kimberlylholt]

I hate going shopping!!!

[@beesting7679]

your ceiling and removal of the inner posts has been completed!

[@RWCLtd3]

I've been following you for quite awhile, but I don't remember, or can't find what got you into debt in the first place, and what was the rock bottom that made you change your habits? My mom lived during the Great Depression, so I grew up being frugal, and hubby and I retired early because we're savers. I also prepped at the beginning of the pandemic, so i pretty much need nothing, except for fresh fruits and veggies. We don't eat out as much anymore, and we spend our money on experiences. We take advantage of free things and discounts. Being from NYC, I've been able to experience all the culture that others around the world would love to do, but can't. I'm proud of myself for making it to my 60s without being poor.

[@ingetnamn-de9fc]

The debt was for the education.

[@TheDowntownHermit-xj6rq]

I only use soap for two reasons: The clothing is heavily soiled The clothing is new to my household. I don't worry about smelling special. I have dry sensitive skin and suffer contact dermatitis if I use the wrong soap or too much soap.

[@vixxcottage]

I use farm feed bags for trash. Here people reuse feed bags and not purchase trash bags. Recycling center 2 miles from my house.

[@agnessymon8869]

I agree with you about using too much laundry soap. I use as little as possible.

[@thesweetestbear]

Im so sad that dollar tree is starting to close a ton of locations, i found such gems there!

[@lizh1988]

Same for Family Dollar

[@janicehunter3976]

I'm in AZ and it's my understanding that all garbage that goes into the green can needs to be in a bag and tied up. I wish I could just throw the garbage out without the bags, but this is my experience.

[@Boobotz53]

I am required to use bags also. The can would be even more gross without bags. But for recycle I do use her method

[@janicehunter3976]

@@Boobotz53 Agree, no bags needed for recycle (blue can). I love PP ideas and use those that I can!!!

[@carolavant3778]

Our trash service must have stock in the trash bag companies. We have to put our trash in the kitchen can size bags, and put those bags in the trash container. And yes, they will get after you if you don't use bags. I've always been a fan of cloth napkins, cloth handkerchiefs, and bidet towels. All are washable and reusable. I took your advice on the bidet - Best decision ever! Second best decision - Bidet towels. I use them not to wipe, because the water cleans perfectly, but to dry myself. I just don't like having a wet bottom! Laundry? Yes, use less soap! Detergent and fabric softeners are designed to destroy your clothing. Use less and your clothes will last longer. Also, I can't stand the smell of those heavy, artificial scents. I quit using fabric softener when I found out how toxic it is! Buy the large felted wool dryer balls in your dryer - cheap, no scent, and no static. Cheaper shampoo works just fine for me, too. I also make my own bath salts and add either theraputic or pretty smelling essential oils. Get a ceramic butter bell - Butter keeps just fine out of the fridge, and a butter bell keeps it clean. That way, you always have spreadable, room temperature butter.

[@Pondapple]

I'm gonna start marking my buy date on the bottom of my shampoo bottles. A little game for me.

[@FlaGrown1955]

As for paper towels, I use dish cloths. I make my own laundry soap that cost 1.00 per gallon. Look on line for recipes with Phelps Naptha,washing soda, and 20 mule team borax. I also wear my clothes more than once except for underwear, and wash clothes by hand and line dry.

[@mcanultymichelle]

TIP. When you bring your vegetables home, wash them in the sink with water and a little bit of vinegar and then cut them and keep them in glass jars with lids .They will last way longer than the plastic bags that they come in.

[@maryrenaud6732]

Do you cover the cut and washed veggies with water, or?

[@mcanultymichelle]

@@maryrenaud6732 no you dry them off before you put them in the jar. The vinegar water is to kill any bacteria that is on the vegetables that helps keep them longer and the airtight jar helps keep them longer too. It really does work.

[@SewingBoxDesigns]

The glass jar trick works for micro greens and sprouts, too.

[@LauraMacMillan-el2kc]

Plus the vinegar slows down the browning process. Big plus.

[@tamervin]

I get laundry soap at Dollar Tree for $1.25. I even started buying the laundry sheets instead of liquid. You get 10 sheets for $1.25, you can even tear them in half if you want. DT is great for laundry needs. It's also very different for families as opposed to 1 person. Vinegar is great for cleaning, and most times I can find a big jug at Dollar Tree for $1.25. They have spray bottles are there too.

[@srice3571]

Dollar tree is great! Our local Walmart will have the exact same thing / size for$ 3-4 + plus.

[@deeandrews7051]

Dollar Tree's are great, they have lots and lots of stuff and food too.

[@user-ns5kc1vx1o]

I fell flat on my face this week. Bought a charger and three batteries for some tools. I waited a year to get them. I really need to use the battery powered chain saw that I got for $15 at a yard sale. Got a circular saw, hedge trimmer and sawzall in the deal. Did get a good deal at Home Depot for the charger and 3 batteries. Bought Neem oil, too, and potting soil for someone else and pumpkin seeds. Gardening is my downfall.

[@ElizabethLipscomb-xh9of]

Try estate sales for gardening supplies and half full fertilizer bags. Ten cents on the dollar❤

[@Nottallblonde]

Hi, love your videos. Can you please do a video on being frugal and dating? How would you take women out if you’re extremely frugal? Do you ask them to pay for everything? if they come to your house, do you let them know in advance that you have very little food and perhaps ask them to bring their own food? I’m genuinely curious.

[@ingetnamn-de9fc]

Bring your own food... Is that not a turnoff?!

[@melody8604]

Rocky and Nala are just precious in that pose on the couch! First time I smiled today.

[@BriarCottage]

I got 10 bags of clothes from different places mostly free or for $10 or less a bag. I wont have to buy kid clothes for almost 2 years. I have been going to the food bank, then my aunt goes to the food bank to get extra for me. We have been pay check to pay check with bills. I am worried for buying oil heating the end of this year. I already have 2 jobs and my fiance works almost 12 hours. I am trying to squeeze a 3rd. Living cost for basic needs is ridiculous

[@rosemarie3908]

my friend pays $2000 yes $2k for an apt and thats just the rent. now add all the other bills as well. housing prices r insane 😊

[@minkademko2335]

I love Tubi ❤️

[@dw9416]

We buy paper towels (because my husband still uses paper towels) and trash bags at Dollar Tree. And we use a bidet and cloth wipes instead of toilet paper.

[@jeannelejeune1983]

I love your common sense approach. Unfortunately, not many ppl have any these days.

[@evasochocki5209]

I use handi wipes in place of paper towels They are basically reusable paper towels You rinse them out, then hang up to dry. They dry quickly, so they never smell. One lasts 2 to 3 weeks. The pack of 72 lasts me 3 years. They're great for washing dishes and counters so you never have slimy, smelly rags sitting around until laundry day BJ's has a price that's way less than everywhere else.

[@patwilder1340]

A word of caution-while using the disposal I forgot one was in the water and it wrapped around the motor and burned it up. No more for me! Expensive lesson!

[@gerigowers8318]

When I was a kid in the city, we had the metal trash cans and my parents used paper bags for the trash. Now, we're back to paper bags for groceries and we just recycle them (do we really recycle?) These days, with all the extra packaging material, I have a 30 gallon garbage can. They play a game with the packaging too, # of rolls = this # of rolls and each type of store is different, so you can't compare. I barely put a splash of laundry soap in the washer anymore and if I open the lid, the water is still very soapy. So that tip is spot on. After spending mega bucks on shampoo and conditioner and finding no miracle products, I'm going back to VO-5. It's $1.14 at WalMart (cheaper than Dollar Tree) and they've added more in the bottle AND they're now sulfate and paraben free. Good enough for me. Love the pups at the end. Rocky said "this is MY Nala".

[@tanyalalonde733]

Pluto, Tubi are also free streaming services, I have done away with tissues, napkins, paper towels, toilet paper, I've made all of them with leftover cotton from old clothes plus I have a bidet. I dilute my laundry soap, then use the recommended. My clothes are clean and cost me pennies I do this with my shampoo and conditioner. Make all my own cleaners (dish soap and vinegar and lots a water). I rarely buy clothing either it's been at least 5 years. I have managed to do groceries once a month it saves me have my grocery bill.

[@jonnaborosky8836]

AAA is not the cheapest in PA either. Trash can liners: ditto. Decades ago, when I was in college, I had a professor who got a bidet because his wife wanted one. He used to call it "Old Faceful!" 😁 Laundry detergent: first, I dilute it with 50% water, and then use the instructions amount. Otherwise, it leaves a residue on fabric. In front loaders, a repairman once said that if you can see soap bubbles, you've put in too much soap. Not only does it leave a residue on your clothes, it leaves gunk that ruins your washing machine, too.

[@peanutcampbell]

AAA can’t beat Stare Farm here in Ga, sad to say! I need cheaper insurance

[@susanburchett9597]

Thank you for this video! It gave me some great savings ideas. I had bought some shampoo that I don't like and thanks to your video I will use it for soft soap instead to wash my hands. I love Vo5 and I've finally realized that I don't ever need to buy another brand. I also loved the idea about watering down dish detergent. I actually paused your video, went and watered down the dish soap and then returned to watching! 😂

[@aurorasanchez7922]

I always measure 1tespoon each time.

[@ninnymuggins5159]

Grocery bags fit in a small can. Try to notice what you are throwing away, and buy things that have less wasteful packaging. You can use washcloths or rags instead of lots of napkins and paper towels. Unless it's very stinky, try not to throw out the bag until it's full. Try composting things like produce peels.

[@jbalconi9903]

Here's another way to save some bucks: Look up the user manuals for appliances you own. My toaster oven is also an air fryer which I can use to "sun-dry" tomatoes. A family member had a box of small attachments for a broken vacuum; a quick search showed they'd work with mine. I have been able to detail my car so the interior looks newer.

[@thriftytowers7160]

I have saved so much ££ by following the tips on this channel, am v grateful. I now use scrunched-up newspaper (from the free local newspaper) to wipe up any yucky messes, instead of paper towel. I make sure the washing machine & dishwasher is as full as poss before using. I dilute washing-liquids once i've used 1/4 of the bottle. I add 2 spoonfuls of instant coffee to my bag of roast coffee; no noticeable change to taste.

[@isabelkassan5244]

Super video! Need a reminder from time to time or maybe I don’t but enjoy Princess and watch her as often as possible because she is an inspiration!

[@Maurice1151]

Love your advice. Been implementing your ideas as my habits change. Growing food is my big contribution to minimising my food costs. Paper towels are out now 👍 Keep up the good work.

[@ingetnamn-de9fc]

Grow as much as you possible can. You can't eat the grass. Unless you have a bunny, guinea pig or a hamster there is no use to grow grass in the amount most people do.

[@gonefishing3644]

Prepare your meals at home instead of buying meals someone else has prepared and you will save at least 50% on the cost of each meal. Save even more if you avoid frozen pizzas, microwave meals, canned soups and other partially prepared grocery store foods and learn to cook from scratch using basic, minimally processed ingredients. You can make a sandwich or toast a bagel or put together a raw salad or eat a piece of fresh fruit if you have zero cooking skills and are not willing to learn. Bring a homemade lunch to work (sandwich or microwaveable container of leftovers) instead of buying a deli sandwich or a burger meal near work. No time to cook meals every day? Cook multi-serving batches during the weekend or do your cooking a few evenings after work. Then package the meals into individual serving size containers and chill or freeze until needed. Bring a flask of home brewed coffee or home brewed tea to work. Never ever pay for coffee shop drinks -- they are way too expensive. If you cannot do without those sugary, milky, coffee flavored drinks from a coffee shop -- learn to make your own. You can get a single serving size Keurig machine, many different kinds of flavored k-cups (look for Amazon Warehouse deals), a bottle of your favorite flavor of Torani syrup and your choice of milk or milk-like liquids to add (almond milk, soy milk, rice milk, coconut milk...). You can even keep a can of whipped cream in your refrigerator to add a quick topping to your mug of coffee. And you can keep that large serving of home brewed milky, sugary, coffee-flavored drink under $1.00. My favorite coffee shop drink is a pumpkin spice latte. I have a home brewed one of these most mornings using some type of pumpkin spice flavored k-cup (bought on sale from Amazon Warehouse for under 35 cents per k-cup), Skinny Syrups or Torani brand pumpkin flavored syrup (or whichever brand costs the least from Amazon), a dash each of ground cinnamon and turmeric (bought on sale) and a dash of milk-like product (currently using a carton of coconut milk from Costco). My double serving size morning coffee costs me less than 75 cents. And I also have decaffeinated versions of pumpkin spice k-cups if I want to drink my favorite beverage in the evening. Do not buy bottled water. Keep a Brita water filter pitcher in your refrigerator and fill it with tap water. Drink that filtered tap water instead of expensive bottled water. Put some in a reusable bottle and bring it to work to keep hydrated at very low cost. Do not buy fruit juice -- it is expensive and full of sugar. Instead, eat a piece of fresh fruit and drink filtered tap water or some coffee or tea that you brewed at home. This will cost a lot less than fruit juice and be better for your waistline. Do not buy packaged salty snacks such as potato chips, pretzels and corn chips. They cost more per ounce than steak or shrimp. Instead, use an air popper machine to cook popcorn which you then spray with a little cooking spray and season with salt or cheese powder. Or keep some individually wrapped mozzarella sticks in the refrigerator for a low carb savory snack (still costs less per serving than chips). Packaged, sugary breakfast cereals are very expensive per serving. So is refrigerated cow's milk. So is bottled orange juice. Save money on breakfast by eating two pieces of buttered toast and two scrambled eggs prepared at home for a lower cost, high protein breakfast. Or make plain instant grits and then add butter and grated Cheddar cheese and serve along with a piece of fresh fruit. Or make plain instant oatmeal and add powdered milk, raisins and powdered cinnamon. Or toast some slices of whole wheat bread, spread with peanut butter and drizzle with honey. Serve with home brewed coffee or tea. Don't have time in the morning to make a nutritious, inexpensive breakfast? Manage your morning routine like a responsible adult instead of like a child. Go to bed earlier, use an alarm clock and get up at least an hour before you have to leave for work. This will give you plenty of time to get showered and groomed, put on the outfit you laid out the night before, make your bed and cook yourself a frugal and nutritious breakfast. Manage your time wisely to save money. And be careful about how much you eat -- multiple servings and too large portion sizes are expensive and cause weight gain once you are past your twenties. Be mindful of your calorie consumption and your portion sizes. Avoid second and third helpings -- do not over-feed yourself. Over-eating costs money. Save money by sticking to modest size meals that you have made at home. Chose to increase your activity level instead of increasing your calorie consumption. Never snack for pleasure or when bored or when upset -- find something else to do.

[@desireesalas5820]

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[@catseyes8377]

Thank you

[@thevanhyfte]

I live in Iowa. Our town used to allow us to have loose trash in our cans. Then the city got the bright idea to get cans we rent from them with wheels on them. They said they hold more and people could just throw trash in anyone we see since no one owns them. We rent them. Then the city changed their minds and says no loose trash. It all has to be bagged or they won't pick it up. Because of the design they hold less even though they are taller. And even if we decide to use a different company for trash we still have to pay the city

[@barb8452]

I was raised in Iowa. Where in Iowa are you from?

[@thevanhyfte]

I was raised in Oelwein. Live in Burlington now

[@thevanhyfte]

​@@rjdavis7503Burlington

[@seewaage]

I took your advice and bought a cheap bidet and I love it! It cost me literally like $30.

[@MichelleBrack]

I use a little medicine cup for my laundry measuring. I have a front loader & too much soap can break their soap pumps & too much suds will cause poor wash performance. For the largest loads, I never use more than 40ml. For tiny loads, I use 10ml and for most of my larger loads, I use 30ml. I do a lot of laundry in our house & our detergent lasts forever!😉

[@tammyhoushour8070]

I love to get something different to wear so i go to theift stores and garage sales too. **Put a little bit of alcohol-the topical kind in your bottle of your cleaner you make it disinfects.** Thank you for more ideas ...🤗

[@gypsyqueen411]

Thank you for all of your money saving tips, especially right now when we are running low on money.

[@KellyWeyd]

I bought a bidet attachment, about $25......years ago. One of the best purchases ever. Once I am done I dry my hiney with old cut up t-shirt rags. It really is awesome to not have to buy toilet paper.

[@amydecker6207]

I have considered doing this. My bidet alone is life changing.

[@dlbriley]

I was at the laundromat ( don't judge me). A lady put a pod or 2 in each washer plus the same brand scent beads. The she used the same brand/scent dryer sheets. 😮 Also one of my washer i didn't put detergent in. And it still suds up. Cant wait for my replacement washer/dryer.

[@marciabutler987]

(Don't judge HER)

[@kaythegardener]

That's why I always run the 1 minute machine rinse cycle before washing my clothes in a laundromat, due to no machines in my home...

[@HazelCotton]

My trash company makes us use trash sacks. As for paper towels, I haven't bought them since '14. We bought shop cloths and use them for almost everything.

[@melindalancaster9648]

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[@Woodcrafts562]

I notice your t.v. Is on in the background. That’s one thing I try to save on not using unnecessary electricity.

[@anoodono1841]

Yeah dont understand that -is it t relax the dogs?

[@KS-dx5ln]

She uses solar.

[@SassySue67]

She has solar so no electric bill.

[@swithers00]

Make your own foaming hand soaps by putting a 1/4 inch of dish soap in your foaming hand soap pump bottle and then fill with water, leaving room for the pump mechanism obviously. Put the top back on and mix gently by turning the bottle upside down and right-side up several times. Wala, foaming hand soap at a fraction of the cost.

[@aurorasanchez7922]

You buy once foamy and then refill.

[@swithers00]

@@aurorasanchez7922 Yep! Been doing it for years now.

[@bettyadkisson1681]

Me and my son was just talking about that last night. How can someone go throughout a 5 gallon bucket of laundry soap within 3 weeks. Hell the bucket I bought lasted me almost 2 years. But that's for I person. And sometimes I don't put soap in if my son washed his clothes first. Cause he uses a full cap and his clothes have been through attics and crawl spaces under houses. And yes I've been going throughout all my clothes and donating 3 bags so far. And yes I did buy a few sets that fitted perfectly .

[@aureliaglenn2220]

A full cap of detergent for only one load of clothes actually wears out your washing machine prematurely! (It's too much for the machine, and can build up.)

[@CozySideBiz]

Love how straight forward you are with that bidet lesson! I’ll never forget first time I tried one. Had no idea what to expect. Quite the surprise! Thanks for enlightening people with all your great tips. 👍

[@christiegaras3543]

Many towns are now requiring garbage to be bagged. Big problem with loose garbage all over the street so we are now required to bag

[@arizonamonarch]

Another informative video and I so enjoy the fur babies at the end. Rocky is so good with his sister. I love seeing them like this and watching them play.

[@danielleterry2331]

As a rual garbage truck driver we don’t care it’s the off grid people putting their s**t into the garbage that just grosses us out!! Dig a hole or build a out house but yeah people can just be disgusting!

[@PrepperPrincess]

Off-gridders should Be doing it Properly and turning it into humanure and rotating. Anyone that throws Human waste into a garbage can is lazy and gross

[@jenmaclean3774]

90% of households with babies and toddlers use disposable diapers. Human waste has been in the garbage for 50 years. I agree it is gross. Exactly why we chose to cloth diaper.

[@PrepperPrincess]

I didn’t mean diapers, that’s a given but if a grown adult is pooping In a bucket then dumping it in a garbage can, that’s different

[@ingetnamn-de9fc]

People are gross and crazy. If I were you I would talk to the ones in charge and tell them to get a law/rule that forbids it or it will be penalty. If you don't act they will just keep doing it. I recommend the book TRASHED by Backderf.

[@deborahlozano7134]

@@PrepperPrincess The van lifers do that. Ewwe

[@onmyway7363]

Thank You for your tips. You validate my own peculiar lil ways! 😅

[@cry2boys]

I find it funny that you talk about the bidet BUT for those of us with extra junk in the trunk… I’m wondering if it works quite the same as those who have a big less junk 😆 I always wondered if they would work for me.

[@user-le7jg6rd4i]

We use the paper bags from Trader Joe’s as our garbage bags. I make coffee ice cubes from some of my husband’s leftover coffee and then add them to half and half - instant iced coffee ☕️

[@cherylT321]

I buy toilet paper that has 20 in a pack. I’ve been re-using the bag the toilet paper comes in as garbage bags. I just pour it in there and wait for it to fill up, tie it up and throw it out. It’s just me so it takes a while for it to get there!

[@dixiebell7011]

Only thing I don't agree on is un bagged trash. It isn't allowed in my area and when people do it it results in litter. It really annoys me when neighbors don't order big enough trash receptacles, the lids don't close and that also results in litter. But overall another great video.

[@ingetnamn-de9fc]

It is not allowed where I live either.

[@DeniseODaniels]

xumo...i just discovered. wow. tons and tons of channels and shows for free. no sign up or anything. we dont use creamer anymore...we have 100 boxes of tea from our son. we might be drinking that and not buying coffee anymore.i go to the friends of the library and buy books for ten cents each. i love not having to worry about when the book are due as when i go to the library. Tomorrow we go to the free produce distribution place to get free fruits and veggies. We dont buy paper towels. if a flannel sheet rips from wear...i cut up tons of rags from the sheet and use those.

[@suredeydo]

Ohhhhh the DOGGOS!! ❤🥰 I died of cuteness 😭

[@ColleenHarriganStaver]

Love your videos, the highlight is always when you show the pups 🐶 😊

[@JenniferDerr-wy8ih]

Oh my goodness…the CUTENESS of the pups at the end of the video!!! So sweet!! Great video! Always love hearing your tips!