So we've never been big spenders or attempted to live outside our means. But here lately we've had to figure out how to stretch our dollars REALLY far. As in how to make less than $100 last two weeks for a family of four. It can work but it has to be done carefully especially when essentials are needed. But we're making it. Here's a brief breakdown of it.
We had a stock supply of toothbrushes and toothpaste, no need for anymore. We also have bought tissues in bulk, and previously when the cash has been available have bought a small supply of diapers wipes and formula so the baby has her needs met for the next two weeks. Same with shampoos I frequent the bargains after Christmas, so we have plenty for 2-3 months.
I recently noticed the cleaning supply was running low, so instead of buying cleaners, I used the bulk cleaners, and Diluted them into empty spray bottles which roughly costs anywhere from 3-11 cents per bottle. However the bulk cleaners were also previous purchases.
Laundry I found a good deal on powder detergent and the spread cost is 12.5 cents per load.
We made our way and found low cost food. That left us with enough for gas in one car, and a weekly purchase of fresh produce.
I'm considering looking into canning our own vegetables, I think that way I can use the farmers market in bulk during the summer months and not have to purchase any vegetables and fruits in the fall or winter.
What is it that y'all do for money saving?
We had a stock supply of toothbrushes and toothpaste, no need for anymore. We also have bought tissues in bulk, and previously when the cash has been available have bought a small supply of diapers wipes and formula so the baby has her needs met for the next two weeks. Same with shampoos I frequent the bargains after Christmas, so we have plenty for 2-3 months.
I recently noticed the cleaning supply was running low, so instead of buying cleaners, I used the bulk cleaners, and Diluted them into empty spray bottles which roughly costs anywhere from 3-11 cents per bottle. However the bulk cleaners were also previous purchases.
Laundry I found a good deal on powder detergent and the spread cost is 12.5 cents per load.
We made our way and found low cost food. That left us with enough for gas in one car, and a weekly purchase of fresh produce.
I'm considering looking into canning our own vegetables, I think that way I can use the farmers market in bulk during the summer months and not have to purchase any vegetables and fruits in the fall or winter.
What is it that y'all do for money saving?
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