Items Around Our Home That Save and Make Us Money!!

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  • @jenlown4640
    @jenlown4640 15 днів тому +7

    That's good making meals at home is a lot cheaper than eating out

  • @MsArtistwannabe
    @MsArtistwannabe 17 днів тому +35

    Cooking at home is one of the best ways to save money for sure. Making my own coffee as well.

    • @cjhoward409
      @cjhoward409 17 днів тому +3

      Groceries for us is our highest expense but it would be so much higher if we ate out

  • @marthaC495
    @marthaC495 17 днів тому +29

    I bought a bunch of wash cloths in a package at Wal Mart years ago, I use them for every cleaning job (except the toilet) and wash them in a load of laundry. It saves me from buying paper towels. Or cut up old clothes into rags to use for cleaning.

  • @ceciliaperales8466
    @ceciliaperales8466 17 днів тому +29

    Yes , I love entertainment at home. It can be so nice and cozy. Especially , in the Winter time, on the couch with a bunch of blankets .😊

  • @cjhoward409
    @cjhoward409 17 днів тому +25

    I used to be a nurse, and I have my own blood pressure cuff and stethoscope and I check my husband’s BP regularly! 👍🏻
    We have kept most of our dvd movies that we love. If dishnet goes out, we can watch those movies.
    I always make coffee from home and tomorrow, am having friends over for a breakfast brunch. So much cheaper than eating out and we’re not rushed out of a restaurant. 2 evenings a week I go over to an elderly friends’ home (1/4 mile away) and we work puzzles and share frugal ways. 😊 She finds puzzles at thrift stores and yard sales for $1 each. I pick up some too when I’m out and about.

    • @CentsibleLivingWithMoneyMom
      @CentsibleLivingWithMoneyMom  16 днів тому +2

      I really need you as a neighbor

    • @cjhoward409
      @cjhoward409 16 днів тому +1

      @@CentsibleLivingWithMoneyMom
      Love to have a morning coffee with you Dawn on my front porch 😊

  • @Sheryl777
    @Sheryl777 17 днів тому +20

    I personally haven't done this, but I heard someone say that once you get your car paid off, use the payment (or even a portion of the payment you were previously making on the car) to start saving to pay cash for the next car that you may need in the future.

  • @aliceforlano3887
    @aliceforlano3887 16 днів тому +8

    I wear a sweater ready to keep the heat at 69 . This saves alot

  • @Smooshes786
    @Smooshes786 17 днів тому +23

    Ceiling fans- good reminder- time to reverse them for winter! Thank you.

  • @zippiedippie9702
    @zippiedippie9702 17 днів тому +11

    I love the TIGHTWAD GAZETTE. All 3 volumes of it are great and I managed to find all 3 in one volume at a thrift shop . I often read it excerpts of it. Yes there are some things that may be outdated but still it is chocked full of great tips. I first saw the author on the Phil Donahue show many years ago and she was so informative. I was very impressed with her.

  • @marielle2066
    @marielle2066 12 днів тому +1

    Hello Dawn,
    Excellent video. To answer your question, we don’t have a tv. Instead we have a projector and we use it with our electronic devices. That way, we don’t pay for cable. I have an iPhone 8 that we purchased in 2018. I had the battery replaced at the Apple Store for $49 in 2022 and it still works fine for my needs.

  • @Calliegrls1
    @Calliegrls1 17 днів тому +21

    We don’t go out to eat, don’t pay for cable, don’t buy coffee out and happily stay home most of the time! We want to eliminate bills so this is how we choose to live to achieve our goals

  • @janesmith5871
    @janesmith5871 17 днів тому +11

    We almost never buy coffee away from home. Got rid of cable a few years ago and went to antenna for the local channels and I do a ton of UA-cam streaming. During COVID I got into jigsaw puzzles and mostly buy them at thrift stores or on super closeout because new ones are stupid expensive. My dishwasher quit a couple years ago and I haven't looked back because washing by hand doesn't bother me. I use an outside line for sheets and heavy stuff, and a wooden clothes rack for things I don't put in the dryer. I buy very little packaged food and do a lot of cooking with almost no waste. We are all doing our part if we're watching channels like yours. :)

  • @rachelekelly1161
    @rachelekelly1161 17 днів тому +9

    Hi, Dawn-I have my own exercise equipment including a treadmill. My “gym” is open 24 hours, 7 days a week and I never have to wait in line to use a piece of equipment. I have just made my my 1st sourdough starter and that will save me money by adding to my “homemaking skills.” I am also teaching myself to sew and will be making my Christmas gifts with a large amount of fabric that I have inherited. I love being frugal and enjoy my life very much.

  • @christines2787
    @christines2787 17 днів тому +13

    For at home entertainment, we have a lot of options for free and low cost entertainment
    An extensive board game collection. We have about 60, and rotate what we bring to the table regularly.
    Puzzles, and audio books. We regularly listen to audio books and work on a puzzle. Great shared experience. Always ready to pause and discuss.
    Outdoor movies. We made a drive in movie screen in our yard. I make popcorn on the burner of the grill and we stream something. Comfortable patio furniture and warm clothes. We can use it all year thanks to a fan and a propane heater.
    Bird watching - Amazing. The abundance of wildlife in our area is astounding.
    Teaching the dogs something. Builds strong bonds between us and them. They love agility and even my oldest girl at 14 can still do the tunnel and chute. You have to drop everything and clap though or she gets mad.😂

  • @pauletteturner8728
    @pauletteturner8728 16 днів тому +4

    I get books from the library along with movies. I return water bottles and my pop bottles, I use my CVS card for coupon to save on personal item, I also hadn’t made any unnecessary purchases over the last three months. I enjoy listening to your show and other you tube shows on how to live a frugal life.

  • @misskaren1679
    @misskaren1679 14 днів тому +2

    I love libby ! I still buy one or two books a year. Yes cooking at home, fans, I only drink coffee at the office now and tea. At home.
    Doctor bills are difficult- shopping the 3 day sales, using a spreadsheet for my inventory and work through it, fixing things myself. Only seeing one movie at the theater- which I do miss. Extreme cut backs on luxuries of all varieties, candy, sweets, makeup, no magazines
    Gas, something you just can’t get around. Keep the heater at 63 I wear a good wool sweater and a good blanket on the beds. Drink water

  • @Chutney1luv
    @Chutney1luv 16 днів тому +4

    Dawn, you got a good deal on that ground beef! Good place to store it! You're a great saver! I save my frozen vegetables & items in my small deep freezer!
    But, what I truly saved money on is my electricity! I donate and purchase items from Habitate For Humanity Restore Place.
    About 8 years ago, I purched a box of Max Lite Home Spiral Lites, for $5.00. There are 4 lights in each package. That blessing of 60 watts lights gives off 900 watts.
    I also gave out lights to family, friends and neighbors! Each lights last for 5 years.
    Also Dawn, I thank you for telling me about those Stone bathroom mats. I was at Sams a couple of months ago and they had the Members Mark Anti Fatigue mats on sale half off for $7.00! They had different colors. I purchased some for bathroom, kitchen and laundry room! They're so comfortable to stand on and easy to clean! I've replaced my rugs in my bathroom! I saved money by not washing them every week.
    I also use a foldable grabber to for things around my home too! It's easier to pick up things with and to reach the high shelfs! Until next time!!💡🤗❤

  • @off-gridsimplyhappyrodriguez
    @off-gridsimplyhappyrodriguez 17 днів тому +14

    I wish we were neighbors 😊😅❤
    I have a old book that belonged to my grandma "Living on a shoestring" by the Tightwad twins.
    I reread it every 6 months to a year.
    I'm going to pass it down to my daughter eventually ❤

  • @pom-momtina6254
    @pom-momtina6254 16 днів тому +5

    I save by owning a carpet cleaner, which is handy (especially with pets) and MUCH cheaper than paying a company to do them, especially since our whole house is carpeted. It even has an upholstery attachment for furniture and stairs. I do my own yard work/landscaping, so have a lawnmower, garden tools, an electric hedge trimmer and sawz-all, as well as a powerwasher for the siding, deck and driveway and a leaf blower for the fall leaves. Various tools for small repairs around the house (and free u-tube videos) save on a LOT of projects and maintenance. Buying a 16' ladder means I can clean my own gutters (a 15 minute job) and saves $100 every time I do it! Just wish I had a garage to store all of it - LOL!

  • @monikamarsollek3493
    @monikamarsollek3493 16 днів тому +4

    Hi, Dawn, 1. my freezer, I get lots of veggies and fruit from our garden and some from neighbors 2. my 'dryer' for fruit, herbs and veggies 3. my library ( big bookworm here📚🐛). 4. Thrift shop for clothes. 5. Cooking from scratch, using my cook books. Love, Monika ❣

  • @joanwyatt9945
    @joanwyatt9945 8 днів тому +1

    I put everything on plug strips and turn them off when not using them, including the TV as we don’t watch it often. The TV and the microwave especially, use phantom power when turned off. I hang my clothes outside as often as possible. It uses less power and my clothes smell wonderful and don’t wear out as fast. Our cars are five speeds so I take off from stops gently and anticipate stops and coast as often as I can do it safely. It saves a ton of gas. I tried to plan my errands to save time and money. I use lots of fans in the summer and dress warm in the winter. We have a water filter that we hooked up to the faucet so we don’t have to buy bottled water. It was less than $100 on Amazon and pay for itself. I find replacement heads for my Oral-B electric toothbrush at places like Marshalls or TJ Maxx for a fraction of the brand name and they work just as well. They also have replacement heads for sonicare sometimes.

  • @halloweenbarbara
    @halloweenbarbara 17 днів тому +7

    Sonicare toothbrush is life changing. I was able to get replacement when mine died at Bed Bath and Beyond on a Black Friday sale for $15. This was the original model. I never have plaque or tartar at the dentist. Plus I floss religiously. You can find cheap sonicare toothbrushes. The heads are cheapest at Costco and this is worth the membership alone. Good luck! Be careful with dental tools. You can damage your teeth. I enjoy your channel!

  • @coffeecupconversations
    @coffeecupconversations 15 днів тому +3

    I have the same blood pressure kit! I have had it for so long that the container broke, but the BP cuff is perfect, so we keep going!

  • @doloreswilson6698
    @doloreswilson6698 16 днів тому +6

    I love the 4 ingredients cookbook

  • @whoeverwhoever9220
    @whoeverwhoever9220 17 днів тому +7

    I enjoyed this video! I save by making my own coffee, eating at home, when I do eat out,I ask for a senior discount and only buy a small cheeseburger,use the ceiling fan and other fans,watch movies on the phone, use the microwave, and cut my hair myself.

  • @msr1116
    @msr1116 8 днів тому +1

    I scope out clearance sections in grocery and other stores like Target and Walmart. In summer I p!ace a small fan about six feet away from me, set on low, to circulate cool air and so I can feel a slight breeze. This keeps me from getting cranky since I'm very sensitive to heat and humidity.
    My money savers are coffee at home, no subscription TV services, making my own muffin and waffle mixes, using a small space heater in winter to keep the general heat set lower. I use the internet to shop sales and compare prices, plan meals, get recipes and access tutorials or product reviews. I opted out of having a home printer because my library allows me ten free pages per day. Ink is astronomically expensive to replace and cheap printers get junked soon anyway.
    My Fire 10 tablet stores books, has internet access and is compact enough to bring with me while waiting for appointments. Much easier on the eyes than peering into a tiny phone screen.

  • @terriensberg5487
    @terriensberg5487 16 днів тому +5

    Having a comfortable and well-stocked home is a tremendous money-saver. I save a lot by subscribing to kindle unlimited, and I almost never buy books that aren’t covered by my kindle unlimited subscription.

  • @donnaclinton5578
    @donnaclinton5578 17 днів тому +7

    The grabber comes in handy for when I drop things in hard to reach places. And I can actually use items I have to store on the higher shelves.

  • @9liveslisa
    @9liveslisa 17 днів тому +6

    I have fans when it is hot in the summer and they do help me save on electricity. Last year I bought a room heater for the cold winter and it helps me save on gas. I've been listening to audio books on UA-cam for free when I go to bed. I used to buy audio books.

  • @lindadorman2869
    @lindadorman2869 15 днів тому +2

    My Wonder Lint fabric shaver saves me money because I buy a lot of clothes at thrift stores or estate sales. It’s dual power and can run on A/C electricity or batteries which is great for camping or when the power goes out. Sweaters, coats, bedding, pillows, furniture and other items just need a good cleaning and a shave to look brand new. I spend a lot less by taking care of my clothes and home furnishings so they last longer.

  • @CristinaEvans-w2m
    @CristinaEvans-w2m 17 днів тому +5

    I love the heart shaped bowl..really beautiful 🎉

  • @kathleenallen7498
    @kathleenallen7498 16 днів тому +4

    I really like my instant pot, electric pressure cooker. I can cook dried beans ( without soaking) in 45 minutes. Rice, veggies and stews cook up in mere minutes. Home cooked meals for the win!

  • @DisneyMom21
    @DisneyMom21 17 днів тому +6

    Thank you Money Mom! I love all of these. I’m slowly teaching my family about frugality. ❤

  • @tamsondarland8951
    @tamsondarland8951 17 днів тому +5

    Owning a 2005 Vehicle that was purchased used and was well maintained before we purchased - no car payment. Purchasing both used @ $200.00 excellent treadmill & excellent condition recumbent stationary bike - no gym fees. When we eat out thru drive thru, we bring our own beverages from home and use restaurant coupons BOGO sandwiches and purchase one order fries to share. I use boxed hair coloring instead of going to beauty shop to have hair dyed do at home. I attend free fun workshops offered through my public county library and county extension office.

  • @nancywells5626
    @nancywells5626 17 днів тому +6

    Hello Dawn,
    I use the grabber for picking and throwing cat toy mice. I use it for picking up and throwing the dog's ball. I like grabbing hard to reach small tree debris in the middle of the plant beds.

    • @pom-momtina6254
      @pom-momtina6254 16 днів тому +1

      I was on the fence about getting a grabber, but your comment about using it to get debris out of the plant beds sold me! I'm buying one :) Thank you!

    • @deloresfishwick594
      @deloresfishwick594 15 днів тому +1

      I use my grabber to open and close my drapes that have a couch in front of them. Also great for picking up things that fall behind furniture.

    • @deloresfishwick594
      @deloresfishwick594 15 днів тому

      ​@@pom-momtina6254grabbers are indispensable, they're so good for everything!

  • @lisaparrish1241
    @lisaparrish1241 8 днів тому +1

    My small coffee maker that I use to make iced coffee.

  • @Susan-hr5qj
    @Susan-hr5qj 17 днів тому +5

    I love books from the library. Movies also

  • @bevcampbell4301
    @bevcampbell4301 16 днів тому +5

    Our deep fryer saves us money because we fry our own fish and French fries from potatoes at home. we have not eaten out in a restaurant for 3 years. This way our fries are hot for the meal and not cold by the time you do take out.

  • @unamary57
    @unamary57 17 днів тому +10

    I save money by hanging my laundry to dry outside on the clothesline,weather permitting, or inside on my clothes horse.

    • @cjhoward409
      @cjhoward409 17 днів тому +3

      I do too. The average dryer uses .75 cents per load in electric. That’s a $250 a year savings for us in our electric bill. A penny saved is a penny earned ! And they add up

    • @Joce123
      @Joce123 17 днів тому +2

      I hang all of my laundry straight from the washer to plastic hangers.
      And then I hang those either in my basement or on my shower curtain rod...

    • @deloresfishwick594
      @deloresfishwick594 15 днів тому

      ​@@Joce123 I hate it when clothes shrink and don't fit. I hang my wearable clothes to dry straight from the washer. Then to remove the wrinkles throw them in the dryer on low half way with a wet cloth and a dryer sheet and remove right away when done.

  • @giddythings
    @giddythings 17 днів тому +5

    Love the Libby App and love you, Dawn! 💜🤩

  • @lynnhensley4326
    @lynnhensley4326 17 днів тому +4

    Ways we save is by making coffee at home, cable because we very rarely do other entertainments, Libby app., library card, Grocery apps,digital newspaper rather than printed one, credit cards that give rewards, Harris Teeter rewards card that gives points,$, off their gas and using local thrift shops.
    💙 Thanks, Dawn, for your tips. 💙

  • @tammy9964
    @tammy9964 17 днів тому +8

    Thanks for sharing. Love your videos ❤

  • @Joce123
    @Joce123 17 днів тому +5

    I hand wash my clothes every night.. I only have to run my washing machine about once every 5 weeks... During the cold weather I wear light weight clothes in layers because it makes it easier to wash the clothes by hand..

    • @janesmith5871
      @janesmith5871 17 днів тому +2

      Wow, you win! :)

    • @CentsibleLivingWithMoneyMom
      @CentsibleLivingWithMoneyMom  16 днів тому +1

      That is awesome!

    • @stitcher4729
      @stitcher4729 16 днів тому +3

      You are using more water by handwashing everything than if you ran the machine.

    • @janesmith5871
      @janesmith5871 16 днів тому +1

      @@stitcher4729 Some places have cheaper water than electricity. I get that. We have unlimited water here but electricity is a bit high.

  • @theripleyeffect5203
    @theripleyeffect5203 16 днів тому +2

    Great ideas! We love board games. It's interactive fun that's not necessarily provided by t.v.

  • @off-gridsimplyhappyrodriguez
    @off-gridsimplyhappyrodriguez 17 днів тому +13

    I love my grabber.

  • @coffeecupconversations
    @coffeecupconversations 17 днів тому +5

    I can't remember if I already mentioned it, but you can ask or tell, lol, your dentist about once a year cleanings if you have good teeth with little tartar buildup. Run if your dentist gets offended. I heard my dentist offer that to someone.

  • @lauracaron3873
    @lauracaron3873 16 днів тому +3

    I was just gifted a brand new bread maker from my daughter. No more store bought bread for me!

  • @patriciadonaldson7265
    @patriciadonaldson7265 17 днів тому +6

    I love the idea of the stone bath mat. I need to buy two. Where can I get it

  • @denisestathatos7537
    @denisestathatos7537 16 днів тому +3

    I actually have a Keurig and I buy the coffee capsules that I take to work and they have a single serve coffee maker there and I make a cup of coffee there as well! Keeps me away from the barista shops

  • @ilovemusic1974
    @ilovemusic1974 17 днів тому +3

    Since me and my husband only eat out maybe 1 time a week because of work..but cooking at home and using cast iron Dutch oven pots and my instant pot I save since I can buy cheaper cuts of meat n they always come out juicy and delicious 😊 even better then eating out and my favorite one would be I use my old dirty dish water that I use to wash dishes at work sites to water my plant I always use biodegradable dish soap

  • @ruthcopely7695
    @ruthcopely7695 17 днів тому +4

    You look very pretty today. 😊

  • @HelenGross-sv5sf
    @HelenGross-sv5sf 16 днів тому +3

    Filling up drink bottles with water when we are going out, so we don't have to buy bottled water when we are out and about.

  • @susansigsworth8730
    @susansigsworth8730 8 днів тому +1

    I have friends who smoke , drink alcohol and are constantly on holiday , they always complain they are broke , I know not doing these things save money , I am not bothered about doing any of these things

  • @TheLongRunwithJoelandChristy
    @TheLongRunwithJoelandChristy 16 днів тому +2

    Love it! ❤

  • @bethbeckermeyer1732
    @bethbeckermeyer1732 16 днів тому +3

    Working on turning lights off when not needed

  • @suecook8379
    @suecook8379 17 днів тому +2

    I bought the dental floss you recommended the other day. I have to go empty my pumpkin bread loaves from the pans. :)

  • @RuthParsil
    @RuthParsil 17 днів тому +3

    I have a grabber. I use it to get rhings off high shelves.

  • @pamelaking4414
    @pamelaking4414 13 днів тому +1

    I’m a license beautician don’t work at kept my license and buy my hair dye and products through beauty store ! A tube of dye last 2 hair dyes just roots ! I started to trim my hair because I pay $60 I hate how they cut my hair and don’t listen. I don’t walk my two chihuahuas they don’t get attacked or pick up any diseases . Not real frugal but I love are home together no cable just Roku apps and if promotion app like Disney or Roku special. I work from home no eat out no extra spending on lunch hour no gas no wear on my car. I have a big drying rack for clothes last much longer except jeans and towels in dryer and do laundry every other week full loads. Use a tablespoon of laundry soap and light on temperature of washer the machine . Hang my clothes also on hangers on shower curtain rod. Live in Flordia temperature 79 or 80 in the house we have 2 stage heat pump my husband put in! We keep are new wood fence stain others don’t stain in Flordia they just rot

  • @maryprincipe8200
    @maryprincipe8200 16 днів тому +2

    When I see first 80 degree day I turn off air ... no air/heat for a while. Finally, electric bill half. It's been exorbitant!

  • @off-gridsimplyhappyrodriguez
    @off-gridsimplyhappyrodriguez 17 днів тому +7

    You said "Stone mat"? In the bathroom? I need to check them out 😮

    • @CentsibleLivingWithMoneyMom
      @CentsibleLivingWithMoneyMom  17 днів тому +2

      I love it

    • @suecook8379
      @suecook8379 17 днів тому +1

      @@CentsibleLivingWithMoneyMom Would they scratch tile flooring and where did you get them?

    • @christines2787
      @christines2787 17 днів тому +4

      We have one under the dog water bowl because my 5 collies are slobs and let the last mouthful fall out vs swallowing it. They are twits sometimes. 😂

    • @suecook8379
      @suecook8379 17 днів тому +3

      @@christines2787 Cherish them and their faults. My lil dogs are gone and what I would give for 5 minutes.

    • @christines2787
      @christines2787 17 днів тому +2

      @suecook8379 - We do! They are wonderful family members. They are all related, cousins or half sibs. They had a grandfather with the water dropping trait and it appeared to be genetic.

  • @KerryJames-l6z
    @KerryJames-l6z 16 днів тому +1

    Slow cooker meal prepping making coffee at home hanging washing out on line to dry walking or catching the bus in our neighbourhood needs verses wants switching electricals of not on stand bye when not in use

  • @helenmak5663
    @helenmak5663 16 днів тому +1

    I have a hot water thermo pot that keeps my water hot whenever I need it. I only need to refill it once a day.

  • @pamelaking4414
    @pamelaking4414 13 днів тому +1

    I’m a license beautician don’t work at kept my license and buy my hair dye and products through beauty store ! A tube of dye last 2 hair dyes just roots ! I started to trim my hair because I pay $60 I hate how they cut my hair and don’t listen. I don’t walk my two chihuahuas they don’t get attacked or pick up any diseases . Not real frugal but I love are home together no cable just Roku apps and if promotion app like Disney or Roku special. I work from home no eat out no extra spending on lunch hour no gas no wear on my car.

  • @cremebrulee4759
    @cremebrulee4759 17 днів тому +3

    Sadly, they do not make VCR / DVD players anymore, and mine is broken. I'm leery of buying a refurbished one, but that's the only choice I have.

  • @pennykeller3048
    @pennykeller3048 17 днів тому +2

    Where did you get your bathroom mat?

  • @angielee-c1u
    @angielee-c1u 13 днів тому

    having a extra large freezer for extra.food

  • @janeswire8351
    @janeswire8351 17 днів тому +2

    ❤❤❤❤

  • @suecook8087
    @suecook8087 16 днів тому +1

    Cute shirt

  • @Sususudio
    @Sususudio 16 днів тому +1

    What is your total monthly budget? Not including extraordinary expenses

  • @cremebrulee4759
    @cremebrulee4759 17 днів тому +1

    How do you make money with the Jet app?

  • @Joce123
    @Joce123 17 днів тому

    If I see ways that you could be saving more at your home.
    I do not tell you but I incorporateit my house.

  • @donnalackey989
    @donnalackey989 17 днів тому +1

    Where didyougetthetightwaud gazette

  • @marylynch2510
    @marylynch2510 17 днів тому +1

    ❤❤❤