OUR TOP 12 WAYS TO LIVE BELOW YOUR MEANS AND SAVE MONEY! FRUGAL LIVING! BUDGET LIVING! Dutch Pancake

[@FrugalHappyVegan]

"Home is the nicest word there is." ~~ Laura Ingalls Wilder

[@tgayer1]

Love it!

[@cherylawitherell1800]

I absolutely love being home ❤

[@angielay3313]

Home is my favorite place to be. And I’m currently reading her book series!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Absolutely right!

[@GretchenBostrom]

❤

[@elliejellie22]

We saw the local drive in theater was having a dusk to dawn movie event. It was such a nice evening, so we took our TV and DVD player out to our gazebo. Set up some comfy chairs with blankets and watched 4 dvds that we already had and watched the movies outside til 2 a.m. We also had snacks on hand that could be used up. I can't tell you how fun that was. It did not cost us a movie entrance fee, snack fee and we didn't use any gasoline to drive anywhere.

[@tgayer1]

How fun!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

OH MY GOSH! How much do I love that! Brilliant!

[@juliemoore6957]

@@elliejellie22 I love that idea!

[@GretchenBostrom]

That sounds absolutely AWESOME! What a creative idea!

[@tonifloerchinger3462]

I wrote a saying on my fridge magnet...There is always enough, even though you don't think so.

[@lindawarren171]

My go to saying is “ enough is plenty”

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Toni, that is perfect and so true!

[@GretchenBostrom]

I love that. ❤

[@gretelwhite8088]

My mother says that no tramp would want the clothes that I get rid of! That was supposed to shame me, but I take it as a badge of honour! My number one way of living below my means is not caring what other people think and sharing what I have.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks for sharing! You have a great attitude!

[@helenkathrynhoover7298]

Before fast food and Door Dash existed people woukd just have eggs and toast on night when things were wonky.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You are absolutely right, Helen!

[@GretchenBostrom]

The best! Breakfast for dinner.

[@laurawarren7795]

Love eggs and toast. Sometimes a bowl of cereal makes a good lunch or dinner

[@HerAeolianHarp]

Exactly. We call it “Eggy Night” in our house though our kids prefer “Frozens Night”. I recommend a dish called “Eggs in Purgatory”-eggs simmered in a spicy tomato sauce.

[@bchompoo]

​@@GretchenBostromI'm going to have one tonight.

[@WiseWomanLola]

We practice generosity. We give to those in need, and God provides what we need, plus more to share.

[@veronicwbrennan4002]

I found if you give you get.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, HE does!

[@loisfromohio3109]

Excellent

[@rough-hewnhomestead5737]

I've said it before and I'll say it again....staying home is my biggest money saver. We enjoy time out and about once in a while, but mainly we entertain ourselves at home. We have designed a.life we don't need a break from very often.

[@pspears2153]

This, right here! 👆👆

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Well said! Very true! That's so important!

[@tubeyou2184]

Would love to hear how you entertain yourselves at home (especially if you have kids!)

[@mrskimmieg]

To piggy back on your “Boredom Busters” list, create a list of several meals that are prepared quickly and easily and keep the necessary ingredients on hand. This can serve as a backup for those nights when you haven’t planned anything for a meal or are running short on time.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, I have that list in my control journal as well! So helpful!

[@AM-lw6kl]

​@FrugalMoneySaver I would love to know what some of those quick and easy meal ideas are!

[@Judith-b3t]

The one thing I do that allows me to continually save money is: I tithe! Additionally today I was able to save money two ways. #1 I used a self service car wash. I live in an apt so can not wash the car at home. My car wash is normally $12. Today it was $6.50. Should be able to lower that even more with a little practice. #2 I was considering a mail order clothing purchase but even with a sale and a coupon for $20 off, the shipping would have been 25% of the order ( gasp!). I stopped by a garage sale on the way home from the car wash. My favorite style and quality of blouses/t-shirts mostly brand new with tags were $3.00 each. Bought five plus a jacket also at $3.00. Yeah! Bragging rights with my fellow frugalistas!

[@pspears2153]

Wow, what a treasure! The mail order catalog shipping costs are crazy!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Absolutely those are wonderful bargains to brag about! So happy for you!

[@barbarabarber4485]

​@@pspears2153😅

[@debbienewton909]

Tithing!! It's the answer!! You cannot out-give God!! ❤

[@Rita_60]

I cook from scratch, use leftovers and make a new dish, use clothes over and over again when they are of good material….

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Rita, that's great!

[@patriciaboyle7411]

Good , better, best. Never let it rest till the good is better and the better best!

[@pspears2153]

That's easy for you to say...🤭😉

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love that! So true!

[@janetstonerook4552]

I have been doing intermittent fasting for almost a year now. It has saved me so much money in so many different ways! 1.) I grocery shop and eat much less! 2.) Can get back in my one and two size smaller clothes items from a few years back so didn't buy any clothes this year and 3.) Feel.so much happier and healthier so have more energy to do things for myself i used to hire others to do. And i get sick less and require less medication. It's been a wonderful blessing to me to learn a healthy, inexpensive lifestyle that is good for my physical, emotional and financial well being! 👍🍪😻 .

[@tgayer1]

Awesome!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's so wonderful! Good for you!

[@jane6517]

I just made your lasagna recipe from a few years ago. Its great and easy lol. My first try at lasagna and I am 74. You can teach this old dog new tricks! Thanks

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

YAY! How I love to read that! So happy you enjoyed it!

[@marym.8234]

I live below my means by bringing my breakfast and lunch to work daily. Almost everyone at work buys food there and spends at least $20 a day!! Also meal planning for the week so that my dinners are done to avoid take out. The cost of food is so crazy now I feel that’s where we have to be so careful!! Enjoy your week off!

[@princessdumbarton9877]

If they spend $20 a day buying food there, they are spending about $5,000 a year. It adds up.

[@d.parisi]

I did that when I was working too. I was amazed at how few people packed a lunch.

[@conniechuha3113]

@marym.8234 I do the same.

[@conniechuha3113]

I'm currently doing a no spend September and doing a ruthless declutter of my house. I had a donation pickup and donated a car load to my neighbor's church. I have another pickup scheduled next week. Garage is next. I also sold a wet dry vacuum for $65.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks, Mary! Great savings too!

[@patbethea111]

Since I'm sick I'm so glad that I have food already here and don't have to go out.

[@happycook6737]

A home cooked meal in the freezer is gold! Hope you feel better soon.

[@cathyb3790]

I get this, I hope you feel better soon,😊 I on occasion get sick,due to a chronic illness,and have to take time off work ( work is very understanding,which is rare ) I have “home made”chicken soup in the freezer and saving account for these medical days.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh no, Pat! So sorry to hear that! Prayers for a quick recovery!

[@elliejellie22]

PA weather has been great lately, so we have turned off the air conditioner and opened windows. The fresh air throughout the house is wonderful.

[@annehoyle3581]

I'm in PA also and did the same with turning off the AC !!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wonderful! We took our a/c's out of our windows too!

[@Stephanie-ew8lw]

Number one thing I do to live below our means is budget and use cash envelopes!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Very smart!

[@barbchumbley9142]

One huge frugal tip for us, is putting leftovers in containers we can see through!! Clear containers with lids, or putting the clear with elastic band cover ups over solid containers so you can see into the bowls. I get them at Dollar Tree and there are 3 sizes and 17 total. We use the food because it is right there when you check the fridge "staring at you"😂 When I used butter dishes or cool whip bowls I was always throwing bad food out. Not anymore.💰

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That is brilliant! Thanks!

[@cathyb3790]

Great tip 👍 I can relate to this ,I have a special spot in my fridge for leftovers ,and I only thaw out enough food for 3 main meals for work ,,, hardly waste anything ,,, 😊😊

[@janejdough2230]

I did the same .. made a big difference. Out of sight out of mind,

[@bchompoo]

Same here! 😊

[@joyswenson7941]

To live below our means, I shop loss leaders all the way, cook from scratch, avoid eating out, air dry clothes, have movie night from home (thanks Netflix & library!). 😊. AND we acknowledge that the Lord has provided for us and continues to do so. ❤

[@happycook6737]

You are correct, many loss leaders are ridiculous at ANY price. Example potato chips currently buy 4 bags pay $2/bag. That's $8 lost on air and health destroying food. How much popcorn can I make for $8? Name branded cookies were also a recent loss leader. But I did buy 2 of the the $1.37 five pound bag of potatoes and 3 of the $2.32 gallons of milk (can freeze them in the plastic jug).😂

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So well said! Thank you for sharing that!

[@juliemoore6957]

@@joyswenson7941 amen!

[@kittyfarmer9567]

Amen!

[@edithjohnson6835]

I made soup and cornbread for dinner.: go to frig, get five wrinkled garden tomatoes, one fourth head of cabbage chopped, one lonely ear of corn, nibbled, one large chopped onion. Place in big boiler, pour one can Swansons chicken broth, plus more water to cook down soup, salt pepper, garlic salt to taste, onion powder to taste, adobe seasonings salt. Dash of sugar, squirt of tomato paste to enhance tomatoes. Boil until done, for me that is over an hour. Oh my goodness delicious soup! Serve with buttered cornbread!

[@pspears2153]

Ha!! Love it!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Edith, now that is being thrifty and creative! BRAVO!

[@judymc4213]

I'm a scrounger! I wanted a barn door style door to cover my laundry room opening. It's an odd measurement, so not just any door would fit. I waited and watched FB marketplace until I found some free bifold closet doors that will fit. A little paint,[that I already have] and some barndoor hardware[ I have a gift card]. and a $300 barn door is now about $50

[@jbalconi9903]

Terrificnuse your creativity!

[@Judith-b3t]

Great job. Very good price! From another Judy 😊

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love that, Judy! That's the way to do it!

[@QuiltingCrow]

Four yearrs ago, when Covid hit, my husband and I decided to live frugally, because we were stuck in a bad situation. Next year, we will get to our saving-goal. Now loooking for a new home! I'm so thankful for your channel, Emmy and Paul! You taught us more money-wise than our parents! ❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

What a beautiful comment! Thank you so much!

[@vickilandtiser2511]

The Dutch pancake looked delicious. I save money by shopping lost leaders, making meal plans by using what I have in the pantry and freezers, stocking up when things are on sale, and cooking from scratch. We only eat out on birthday and anniversary and we save for those special occasions. We also grow a garden and I can the bounty that God gives us. Living within your means is not rocket science, it is all about choices. You can choose to keep up with the Jone's or you can be debt free and be happy with what you have.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Well said, Vicki! Thank you!

[@mysteryreader1]

I have never used credit. I don’t eat fast or restaurant food. I don’t eat prepared food. I shop used clothing.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So smart!

[@sheilafreisthler4421]

I cook from scratch, wash clothes every two weeks and hang them out, cook in bulk and freeze in individual portions, set the thermostat a bit higher or lower depending on the season, and dress accordingly. I do a lot of reading and have joined a local gym using Silver Sneakers. And to keep myself busy, I volunteer a couple of times a month at two different organizations.

[@cathyb3790]

That’s awesome,,👏

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sheila, sounds wonderful!

[@stevestewart007]

I always save the liquid from canned vegetables. We either use it in soups or casseroles to replace the water, or we pour it on top of our dogs' food. Why through out the nutrition from the vegetables? We also use peach juice from canned peaches to make jelly. The liquid from 3 regular cans of whole corn will make about 3 1/2 to 4 pints of jelly. It tastes a little like honey and apple; we call it faux apple honey jelly.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That’s a great idea! We buy canned vegetables with no salt added so that water is not filled with sodium.

[@marywatkins6798]

My #1: I buy pre-owned whenever I can, and have for years.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So smart!

[@KateBurt-b4e]

We always enjoy the free entertainment in our community. We look for things to do at our Sr. center, library, local town festivities and walks around our town and in nature. We also plant a garden. There is always something to do if you just peak around the corner :)

[@lynnhensley4326]

There are so many free things from local libraries. Libraries seem underutilized since the covid pandemic.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

There is sure is! So much free fun!

[@ruth1996]

I have always believed that one of the most loving ways we can show God our thankfulness is by taking care of what He has given us for stewardship. Our abode, our food, our clothing, our money, our everything He has given us. Taking loving care says Thank you God for supplying all my needs. The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want...Love Ruthie

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Ruche, well said! Thank you!

[@joanncole9603]

AMEN!

[@blackfootdaisy]

Eating out was a real budget buster for us. Now that we hardly every do it, we save more money and it makes eating out a truly special occasion. Enjoy your week off! Love you guys!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, we feel the same! Thank you!

[@terryhenderson424]

Always check current fashion trends on-line and at least peek at what's being displayed in stores; run way and NYC fashions can take a while to get to rural malls. Dont pay attention to "age appropriate" outside the workplace and more formal occasions. On the other hand, you might find that neon sequins are a little too much. Once you figure out what's hot turn to your closet with a fresh eye. Throw potential combinations on the bed to do what is called auditioning; once they are on the body, its called "styling". When the economy dips or people are feeling pinched, there is almost akways a layered, worn clothing, or an "it" accessory item look. Formal clothing becomes more classic in nuetral colors. In 2016 i peeked at a couple of local stores to see what was popular for jeans before heading to the thrift store after a summer roofing project. I realized that i had a gold mine sitting at home. This year, i looked on line at 2024 fashion trends for hoodies and tops in about July to discover that short and cropped hoodies that do not look new with knit tee type tops sticking out below the hoodie hem were popular .... mmm, I just so happen to already have some wardrobe items that fit the bill. Again, i think i can be fast fashion with my slow fashion wardrobe.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I do that with Pinterest! So many wonderful inexpensive ways to dress ourselves!

[@karlinebohne789]

My grandmother from Switzerland was frugal! I don’t think they had a choice but she always cooked at home and my dad would boast about their Sunday dinners being a smorgasbord of their weekly left overs made into a feast ! They drove around on Sunday morning looking for wild berries, and apple drops from the farmers left over harvest ( with permission ) and my Nanny would make a fancy dessert. I tend to be a left over queen, but a lack the grace of my nanny, as she even served a cookie on a fancy china plate on Sundays.

[@pspears2153]

What wonderful memories were passed down to you!

[@stevestewart007]

We have always had "Grab Night" where we drag out all the leftovers from the week. Never waste food. Make a feast out of everything. 😊

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Karline, what a great comment! Thank you!

[@ViolaOgrady]

I dry my clothes on the clothes line. I haven't owned a dryer for about six years. I don't miss it.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, so smart!

[@terryhenderson424]

We got more serious about an outdoor clothes line installation in 2020 then more serious about using it in 2022. We get a lot of rai nand damp so its a summer thing. Ive been told it costs $2 to dry a load of laundry but that was before we had the 17% and then the 24% electricity rate hike; this of course depends upon a number of fsctors. But at $2/ load, every 5 loads saves $10. I believe weve more than recouped our construction and clothes pin costs.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Terry, absolutely!

[@christie.d]

Amazing the prices that have gone up that the loss leaders don’t seem great anymore

[@pspears2153]

Sad, but true.

[@annehoyle3581]

I agree...my store hasn't had a good loss leader in months.

[@lindabudzik9583]

A pretty upscale breakfast place in the Chicago suburbs serves Dutch Babies and they charge $17.95 for them and they don’t come with any sides. I haven’t been there in years, but I remember (maybe wrongly) them always being baked with Granny Smith apple slices and cinnamon on top. Apparently they now serve them topped with butter, lemon, and powdered sugar added when they come out of the oven to make "your own special lemony syrup". Now that you know you like them, that’s two more versions for you to try!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, exactly, Linda! So yummy!

[@Dollcan]

I just popped some apple muffins in the oven. We get a subscript produce box which includes imperfect fruit and veg. Lots of apples this time so…muffins 😉 the house smells so yummy

[@catseyes8377]

Whats the subscript box?

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds perfect!

[@Dollcan]

@catseyes8377 I get a small box of fruit and vegetables each week delivered. I'm In Ontario Canada. It's the most reasonably priced delivery box I've found.

[@canadianjaneoriginal]

Dead or alive, I have cooked from scratch. I have, fresh from 2 surgeries in 2022, had to cook the same evening I came home. I have a sibling I am responsible for. So I have wanted a day off believe me. Just one day to do takeout. I try to cook for at least 2 days at a time but it doesn’t work out with protein involved as its so expensive. Only if a casserole, or pasta is involved. It was possible before the coof, to go out once in a while for a break. But not anymore. Breakfast out is the price of what it cost to have a meat or fish dinner out or a rib dinner. Its just eggs and toast! I am grateful for everything. I have had a lot of unfortunate events, and chronic issues. But each day im ok, I am so grateful. I think of what I will craft, my garden, or a book I want to read, journaling, collecting recipes, watching your videos and I am content. I do not need much for happiness. The only burdens are not making ends meet financially, and my health. Everyone in 🇨🇦 except high class is not making it anymore so I am not alone. My way to save is to shop at home first. “I need an ink spray for crafting”. I know they cost $17.99 EACH for 30ml. I DIY my own using a marker and alcohol in a spray bottle and get 2x 100ml bottles for $2-$4 instead. I crave those muffins I used to buy that were buttery and with apple streusel topping. I learned to make them at home and that saved me $9 per week for 4x muffins! I make 12x muffins every 2 weeks. That was my only splurge really aside yogurt. But $9 for 4 muffins? I make waffles for several days at once. They can be frozen. That saves $8 a box of eggos. I use 2 eggs and minimal ingredients for 8 giant waffles I cut in half so 16x portions! I trim my own hair and dye it now once a year, that saved me $45 every 2-3 months for last 7 years. I will go get a nice cut one day though. I am looking to make my own shampoo/dish soap bars. Its the same recipe. That will save me even more and its natural. I need to source beef tallow to do it. That has been holding me back. Everyone can make their own soap if they wanted. Lye and tallow are the only ingredients uncommon to have. All else is in your pantry! And an emersion blender. A mold of choice even an old bread pan is fine. An old muffin tin! I dye clothes that faded. It makes them new again. I Research everything I can and try to buy things wholesale instead of retail. My wheelbarrow handle broke sadly due to all the rain. I contacted a wholesaler and I got 2 handles for less than one handle on Amazon. I will repaint and assemble my very vintage barrow to new condition. Saving me $249 plus taxes purchased new. The handles were $43.99. Amazon has them $160. It is unreasonable. Hardware stores do not carry them so you buy a new wheel barrow! Your baby dutch looked great! I have not tried making it yet nor bananas foster! they are on my to make list. Oh! I make my own mock honey. It is sooo delicious you must try it. Its called dandelion honey. It blew my mind when I started making it 2 years ago. I used to destroy these before. We now eat the greens with lemon oil and pepper. You can make it from just fruit like oranges, lemon, or extracts too, but using dandelion heads only u harvest in your yard or a field away from traffic and pesticides, is amazing. Beats any store bought syrups. And if honey is not available this is a great alternative. Honey has tripled in price here so this is the best I can do. The dandelions have a lot of benefits for your liver health, detox, antioxidents and potassium. Im allergic to everything nearly but cooked down, I have no issues with this honey. I also take blood thinners. Do not drink dandelion teas if you are on blood thinners. Or have kidney or liver issues. The honey is safe unless you are diabetic.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Jane, you never cease to amaze me! You persevere and are so creative! Blessings to you my friend!

[@canadianjaneoriginal]

@@FrugalMoneySaver I talk too much! I end up writing alot I know. But no one shares these interests in my life except for you guys and your followers. Thank you for being gracious and patient with me lol🙏❤️

[@melodylewis1354]

Eat home and saves tons of money. Only shop when necessary. Have a blessed week off but know you will be missed. Love your channel ❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you! You too!

[@W3ndyPearc3]

There are a few things that I do to cut our expenses....My husband and I only have one car between us. We work from home and live on a rural property so we coordinate our journeys. I shop at the op shop and recycle our clothes that way. We also don't have a TV so we borrow DVDs from the library. There's still so much more we should be doing, but we'll get there.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds like you are doing great!

[@d.parisi]

I can't wait for the next video especially after that teaser you put out there😂Probably the number one thing I do to save money is: I do not put anything in my dryer except sheets and one dry towel (the towel helps soak up some of the moisture) so the dryer doesn't run as long. I started hanging up my clothes to dry when I began my career in the laundry and dry cleaning industry in the 1980s. It really does help your clothes last longer and saves you money on electricity. It's definitely a win-win. Have a great week!

[@bhallmark3390]

By doing this, do you have to iron more?

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's great D! A dry towel definitely helps!

[@EllenEdwards-hb2fh]

I wash in cold water and I use my two clothes lines, . We have a garden and an herb garden dry all my herbs. Cook and bake from scratch. Save change in a jar it's painless and adds up. My husband collects brass and copper and brings it to the scrap mill. We use that Mooney fur fun activities

[@rachelkmac]

We were getting into a habit of eating out or takeout 3-4 times a week. I created a budget/expense tracker in excel a few months ago. Since then, we have been eating out only once or twice per month. I’ve been making pizza at home, crunch wrap supreme (taco bell copy cat) and lots of other great food. My husband asked me how much the pizza costs to make, I estimated around $3 per pizza, even with using the “good” “00” flour. 😊 since we like to have a drink or glass of wine or two with dinner, it really drives the bill up. I can buy a bottle of wine for the price of one glass at a restaurant.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, exactly! That's the way to do it!

[@marrykardux1812]

I cook from scratch. We just did our groceries and we picked up groundbeef. When we came home I right away made hamburger patties and ready made meat balls. Put them in containers in the freezer. Easy for those days that you quickly want to make a meal.

[@sjordan7085]

A Plant-based whole foods, organic where possible, diet is far healthier and costs a lot less. Dr. Valter Longo is an expert on human longevity. He suggests eating wild caught fish twice a week.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wonderful idea to make ahead those items!

[@DebraMorris-q6r]

I can alot we were given 130 pounds of the most amazing pears! A family member didn’t want to pick and can the green beans so I jumped on them , I go crazy when i see waste and all organic, these were such a blessing❤

[@pspears2153]

Oh, what huge blessings!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh how wonderful! Great!

[@ClassyFrugality]

Two words: Slow cooker. There are so many advantages. If you don’t have cooking skills, you can just dump it in and turn it on! It will do the work for you. Cooking in the summertime? A slow cooker will not heat up the kitchen and uses very little electricity. Finally, cheaper, tougher cuts of meat, turn out, tender from the slow cooker.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes! So very true!

[@janejdough2230]

I have a" collection" I picked up cheap at garage / estate sales... a large one for big batch cooking / two small ones for cooking a protein & starch. eg, rice and pot roast. I have a back up one " just in case" haha.

[@ClassyFrugality]

@@janejdough2230 that is a great idea!

[@beckyshell4649]

I always have a quick meal in my freezer when I don’t want to cook. I make a double batch of meals that freeze well. When I find a deal on ground beef I make chili,taco soup, meatloaf and taco meat I then freeze in individual portion containers. I also make fettuccine Alfredo,BBQ,and broccoli cheese soup. I also keep small frozen pizzas to have I am tired of my cooking. Eating out is only for a treat usually with a friend ,not an everyday thing. I usually get something a restaurant does better than me.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's what we do too when we eat out. Order something I usually don't cook.

[@TonyaApplegate]

I have a laundry room which used to be a garage at one point. They left the garage door in place and added a screen. On nice days I open it and hang clothes on the tracks.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh wow that’s a great idea!

[@maryclarke9894]

Your advice is always so wise and thought-provoking. I try to take advantage of "natural" heat and air conditiong. Closing out the sun on hot days by drawing the blinds & curtains in whatever rooms it's hitting and opening the windows later on to catch the evening breeze, sometimes with a fan in front of them. In the winter, it's the reverse. Enjoy your vacation!!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much, Mary!

[@EH-oz7ic]

Rarely use the dryer...always hang clothes to dry. Takes more time bit it is worked into the routine and I think it helps clothes last longer:)

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I agree!

[@GretchenBostrom]

Number one thing to save $-use the library. 😊 Books, DVDs, free museum passes, music, events, heck at ours you can go to the Hive and use sewing machines for free, podcasting and video equipment for free, 3D printers for free, and a whole host of other stuff. It’s incredible.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, thanks!

[@jonnaborosky8836]

I keep utilities low. I mend clothing. I try not to buy any paper products, but use cloth because it's washable, reusable. I barely drive anywhere. I go to food banks and farmers' markets. I do what I can to keep from having to hire people to do things like cleaning, yard work, etc. I can't do very much, but I do what I can. I use every service the city, county and state have for which I qualify. I negotiate, haggle, ask for discounts everywhere. I've negotiated discounts in the grocery store, mechanic's shop, clothing stores when I bought more clothing.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Good for you, Jonna! Never hurts to ask!

[@kimmyfox726]

Hi Emmy and Paul I just wanted to remind everyone that the library is a great resource to check out, I have some dry racks as well can’t have clothes line, I bought some of the wool dryer balls they help with not needing dryer sheets, I also have two little weight towels that are used to help to cut drying time down, use rags for cleaning instead of throwaway cleaning items, get a soap pump that way we don’t use to much liquid dishes detergent, and measuring spoons in the powdered dish detergent as most of us are using we too have, the same with laundry detergent small measuring cups that way we don’t use too much when doing the laundry, get a carpet sweeper that away it doesn’t use and electricity to use it and it will help keep things clean with out need to vacuum every other day. Save your vegetable scrap to make vegetables both just like saving chicken bones, time to get the extra blankets ready for the bed, broad/card game ready some of your favourite CD player ready , find a good book today read. I drink lots of water, I get haircuts from my roommate, I use my bus pass and walk, when get groceries ,save my bacon fat to cook with later

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

All wonderful frugal tips, Kimmy! Thank you!

[@MsLisaBrooks]

I enjoy trying new frugal recipes. It’s a hobby! Try new things to spice up life!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, so fun too!

[@sheliakellett9821]

I always enjoy your videos. I've done most of these suggestions for years. Early in our marriage I happened on to The Tightwad Gazzette and I could really relate to her.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@HerAeolianHarp]

Great book! The first frugality classic to show how to live simply.

[@lisaremy4817]

Hi Emmy, cooking 90% of our meals at home…we are retired and we eat breakfast, lunch and dinner at home the majority of time. I’ve been married almost 39 years and know how to cook from scratch and a very big variety of meals. 😘

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love that! I bet you are a wonderful cook!

[@socorro6476]

Great ideas, I ran errands most of the day, was getting hungry, instead of eating out, I came home, made 3 delicious bean tostadas with the left overs I had the other day. All turned out delicious and healthier.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Great job! That’s the way they do it

[@debbiejones8345]

We hand wash our dishes. We got rid of the dishwasher. It uses too much water. I fix mine and my husband's lunch every night to take to work the next day. My husband fixes our fruit salad for both of us for lunch the day. It saves so much money. We also shop at Thift stores, reuse and repurpose that we can. I pressure can our food. Make my our Yogart, cook most everything from scratch, eat leftovers and make my own salad dressing. We rarely eat out and when we do we always bring 1/2 of it home for lunch the next day.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

All wonderful hints and tips!

[@MichelleL22]

I cook all meals at home. And on a rare occasion I find I forgot to get something out, that is when I call on ice cream for dinner, or cereal, or breakfast just like the Dutch baby! My kids always loved those nights!! I also use the library or free streaming channels when I want to watch something. I am having a retro moment and thoroughly enjoying 90s movies I used to love. I also find I forgot how much I loved our clothes!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So fun! We love the 80's and 90's movies lol!

[@rachelkieffer8707]

I love streaming services and do not want to miss out on many shows so I alternate between them, one at a time, I'll have Hulu for a few months, catch up on my shows and cancel, then have Netflix and so on. The great thing is that they give you offers to come back, right now I have a year of Hulu for 99 cents a month! And I always do the cheapest offers that include ads.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So smart! Great way to see a variety of shows!

[@chira1126]

Meal prepping is the key word for me, that helps eating economically and healthy too. Bring a snack or a drink when you are out and about. When I come home I have something nice to eat and all is good, at least starving isn't the problem then. LOL! I am happy to say that home is my center and magnet when I am out and about. Totally understand your point. Cheers!❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wonderful! Bringing a snack really does help!

[@terryhenderson424]

I attempt to bake 2 items in succession and/ or at the same time. Half of the oven cost for baking one item is in getting the oven pre-heated. Some times ill pop something in the oven after dinner comes out and then set a timer so it can bake while we are eating. We were 94F yesterday so we're not using the oven right now but come fall and winter we use the oven off-heating to reduce our heater use too.

[@happycook6737]

I bought a Breville "toaster" oven. It performs better than my wall oven. I carry it outside for summer baking and then bring it back in after oven is cooled off. I also crockpot and Instapot outside in the summer. We get extreme heat May to October.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, cooking 2 items at once is a money saver!

[@terryhenderson424]

@@happycook6737 We've been cooking a lot of things on the BBQ this summer including things not traditionally BBQ'd.

[@witsonsmom729]

I enjoy gardening, the vegetables and fruit save on my grocery bill, and I enjoy the task. I home can, dehydrate, and freeze my harvest and also take advantage of lost leader sales that I preserve. A good attitude is everything, I try to make a game with myself to make saving money fun, for example, one game is to see how far into fall I can go before turning the heater on (I won't let my house go below a certain temperature). I enjoy nature, and every year I purchase a state park pass instead of paying by the visit. The pass pays for itself and more with the number of visits I use.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love those money saving ideas! That pass is brilliant!

[@bhallmark3390]

Ever since you talked about your expense tracker last time, I went to the website and downloaded that same one. I’m tracking everything for a year so I can have a clear picture of our finances. I buy most of my clothes at thrift stores but I buy new shoes because my feet HAVE to be comfortable or I’m in agony. Our stores tend to have the same loss leaders for months and months….☹️ Thanks for this video and I’ll be keeping an eye out for the secret one coming next week…😉 ❤-Brenda

[@pspears2153]

New, good quality shoes are high on my priority list! Foot pain is absolutely misery!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Brenda, yes good shoes are so important! Thanks for. watching!

[@janetroberts9126]

Thank you again for sharing this video. The "loss leader" information really has opened my eyes. I have a shopping trip planned for tomorrow and I am going to go take a good look at the sales papers to see the loss leaders and see what I can do.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

YAY! Hope your shopping trip went well!

[@heathermoses6183]

Hi Emmy and Paul! I'm canning peach butter while watching! 😊

[@happycook6737]

I never heard of peach butter but it sure sounds delicious.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh how wonderful!

[@heathermoses6183]

@@happycook6737 I think it's more delicious than apple butter, especially on a homemade biscuit 😋

[@AngelaSeaman]

I make a budget and stick to it. If something comes up in one area that costs more, I decrease my budget in another area.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Smart, Angela!

[@patbethea111]

On Friday our local grocery store puts a free item

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Pat, that's great!

[@lorikrafft8197]

I absolutely do all the things you’re talking about. I take great pride and being extremely frugal but every once in a while something happens my door knob broke. I have a situation where I now have to put a privacy fence around my property and it’s going to cost me $12,000and my car also needs work. I drive my car as a little as possible and I make do and still things happen. It stresses me out so much.

[@pspears2153]

Life just crashes down on us sometimes. Prayers for peace!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, sometimes those big expenses do happen. So sorry you are going through this...

[@jennifershaw4756]

Thank you for this video. I always check back in with you guys when I feel that I need to jumpstart the frugality again. I am making a list of these tips in my journal for quick reference. ♥

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wonderful, Jennifer! Thank you!

[@NatachaKemp]

I cook from scratch and freeze leftovers.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So smart!

[@sueg.k.6377]

Emmy, I was so excited to find a Happy Planner at my local craft store on clearance for $7. It's an 18 month planner - I've missed July-August but it's good until Dec. 2025. I'm so excited to use this organizational tool.!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yay!!! You will absolutely love it!

[@fayeshultz4069]

This might sound odd but I cook a bit more indulgently. I used to only cook the healthiest meals at home. I still do, but I have learned some of my familys favorite things to order at restaurants. Tacos, Alfredo, Beef Dips. Event homemade pizza. Not every night, but we dont need to go to a restaurant to indulge.

[@happycook6737]

Very good advice otherwise home cooking can be seen as punishment instead of something fun and yummy.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes! I always encourage people to learn to make their favorite takeout or restaurant meals at home

[@joannapatterson4625]

Rice, salsa, canned corn, soy sauce. So good! Cheap. Easy. Add black beans, veg, whatever you want. Finding contentment is SO important. Yes.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks, Joanna!

[@kimkramarski-smith774]

All my life I worked hard & many years 2 jobs. Hubby & I are beyond blessed that we lived frugally & built a life where we retired early & maintain a life we don't have to escape from. Our 9 acres is our slice of Heaven on Earth ! It can be done . Keep watching this channel !!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That is awesome! so happy for you! Yes, it really can be done!

[@SharonGreen-gc3ym]

I’m in the uk and my monthly budget is £150 including dog food and I’ve managed to get it all this month for £100 😊 yay

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's amazing!

[@laurakuehlke1320]

Took your advice yesterday and got out the 1949 cookbook my grandmother gave me to make some banana bread. Since we also used up the last of the homemade pizza dough mixes I had on the shelf, I'll be making more of those today. It's so convenient to have them made ahead of time and in the pantry.😊

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's great!

[@elisabethkalkman]

You are both such an inspiration! Have a great holiday week!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much!

[@brg2743]

Our old car needs about $1,800 to repair it. It only has 100,000 miles on it so we decided to repair and make it go a little further. It has new tires, new transmission, new brakes and we are hoping it lasts awhile longer. Gives us time to save and see what is out there.

[@lindabudzik9583]

My car is just getting ready to turn over to 200,000 miles. We’ve always done all the regular maintenance suggested by the manufacturer and it still runs well and looks good. 🙏🏻

[@patriciacerwin6266]

Plus you will be surprised if you take care of the car you can get 200,000 to 300,000 miles. I think the car industry made us think 100,000 miles means new car needed. Nope, no way José.

[@katherinetyrrell8810]

My van has 214k miles. Is it perfect? No, but it gets me to my destination frugally, and safely. ❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, that's still cheaper than a new car! Long as it's safe of course!

[@HoneyBee-pc3xi]

My 18 year old car has 306,000 km on it. I maintain it well and it purrs like a kitten.

[@TeresaOwen-rt1sb]

I make a practice of being content with what I have. It’s very easy to become infatuated with newer, brighter, shinier things. But when I look around I realize I have more than I need already. Side note- we have the same stove! That made me happy!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love that! What a great attitude you have!

[@juliequick5526]

My best money saving tip would be to conquer those spending addictions. Look at the why and it will it will make sense. Not an easy option but very rewarding! Love from an ex shopping addict x

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Love that! You have a great attitude!

[@juliequick5526]

@@FrugalMoneySaver thank you x

[@sandraboose3686]

We were going to order food I said no I can make tacos. Thats a big savings!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

It sure is, Sandra!

[@TracyOwen-y9t]

Great video as always 😊

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you 🤗

[@mizg1595]

That Dutch Baby is basically a big popover, it’s important to not open the oven door the first 20 minutes so it “puffs” properly. Better to not open till done if you can watch it through the oven window.

[@pspears2153]

That's a good tip!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Which is what we did! So yummy!

[@juliemoore6957]

Dutch babies are easy and super delicious!! Top with your favorite pie filling and whipped cream...heaven!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh yes, Julie!

[@buntysvintageemporium3632]

I love your boredom buster. Such a good idea. That banana thingy looks delicious. I made homemade Falafel last week, think it needs work but so much cheaper than buying it. Hope you have a lovely week off and Thank you so much for making our Fridays so lovely.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So kind! Thank you! I adore falafels!

[@Crochetlady3-l1o]

Hi Emmy and Paul! The main way we always save $ is to buy the loss leaders (usually at our favorite Food Lion), and cook at home! As I may have told you before, my husband is a chef and can cook almost anything! I am not bad myself having cooked for 3 boys (now young men ) for 25 years. We had a lovely and delicious meal last night of bbq pork chops, succotash, and an antipasto salad All purchased on sale, all prepared in the comfort of our beautiful new home. We will be here a year already in November. So grateful Enjoy your week off! Hi from MB.💕😊🏝️

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds like a perfect meal!

[@kittyfarmer9567]

We take water and snacks from home if we run errands. We are very lucky in that our neighbors have chickens and we get eggs free!! I make cakes for them once a month. Always hang my clothes out to dry and cook from scratch. As other people have said, staying home is a great way to save, that's the hardest habit to break for me. I'm working on it!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds like you are doing great!

[@OnemorethingK]

Congratulations on the growth of your Channel! I always look forward to each of your videos.

[@tawnaparko3388]

Cooking at home has saved me the most. One thing I use often when cooking at home is an electric roaster as my oven most of the time. I put a small cooling rack in the bottom and put my 13X9 on top to bake. It fits 2 loaf pans or a casserole. Usually, I don't need to preheat it because it comes to heat very quickly. Saves not heating the big oven and for me toaster ovens are too small for most jobs.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's great, Tawna!

[@carolynmaves503]

I love your idea for seasonal Boredom Busters. Thanks!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You are so welcome!

[@maureenmurphy8176]

The hints on this video to save money was very informative. By the way, your blouse that you are wearing is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for Great videos. God Bless you, Paul, your boy and Dixie.❤️

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That blouse was a Goodwill find! I found it at the beginning of summer and put it away till now LOL!

[@arthurmantzouris4413]

1 Timothy 6:8😊😊😊

[@pspears2153]

Amen!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

YES! WONDERFUL true verse!

[@patbethea111]

Hello Sweet Couple ❤️❤️. Feeling under the weather but wanting to see y'all ❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Good Afternoon Dear Pat! Hope you are feeling better today!

[@patbethea111]

@@FrugalMoneySaver No I'm not but it's going to be alright 🤗

[@lindaeliis8239]

I really liked this video. I love buying high quality used items. My home is furnished with most of these lovely items.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's wonderful, Linda!

[@margieangel]

Unless there are repairs needed where people from the outside are coming in, I do not change my thermometer. I live in Arizona. In the summer, I keep the thermostat at 80° and in the winter I keep the thermostat at 68°. When I get cold, I wear four layers of clothes and cover my legs with a blanket. When I get hot, I can turn on the fan for a while. This has really dropped my energy usage a lot! Something very simple. I am also very good at turning out the lights. I learned that from my dad. Excellent video as always! You are both very inspirational!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wonderful! Thanks so much, Margie!

[@phyllissupa85]

I rather eat home

[@faithboothman9496]

Definitely, me too!

[@Nic-du6xe]

Buy against the current season I would call it stock on up on essential items you know you need well before that season starts you get heaters, emergency supplies, craft items, Xmas stuff winter clothes much cheaper in the summer, I got a tonne of school revision books when kids had just finished school for free just as school holiday hit and you get great summer items and things for DIY and building projects now as people prepare for the winter for relatively cheap or free. Storage and getting only essentials on your yearly list are important though with this to avoid clutter. Also my tip for those days when you feel the blues on no spending when everyone around you does, keep a really nice food storage or fancy paper bag and beautiful bottle storage or sparkly glass, pack in your sandwich or cake in a nice sanwhich wrapper, maybe seal it with a nice sticker you have left around for the authentic deli experience "homemade by me". And don't forget your thermos or pic nic basket as below poster said ❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds like a very creative and fun idea! Thanks!

[@debraschroyer1878]

Enjoy your channel Thanks. Love your hair.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

so kind! Thanks, Debra!

[@ThankfulQue]

65K!🎉❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

YAY! YES!

[@michellemybelle22]

Have a great break!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks, Michelle!