This is a list of ways I've learned where I can save money. You may pick and choose where and how you wish to save but as a stay-at-home Mom the possibilities are limitless. I've found that being a family on one income, my job is learning to save the money my husband provides so that it can be stretched as far as possible.
- Paper Products (I buy only toilet paper - use clothe napkins and microfiber towels for cleaning and messes, toilet paper for kleenix and stay away from paper towels and plates) - Saving about $32 month
- Make your own laundry detergent (takes only 20 minutes) - Savings $20 month
- Make your own cleaners (takes only 1 minute) - Savings $8-15 month
- Make your own hygiene products (minus shampoo or conditioner)-it's easier and faster than it sounds and of course always better for you (recipes found in my blog and favorite sites) - Savings more than you can imagine.
- Use clothe wipes and diapers - Savings $20-30 month
- Every 6 months make a point to call up on everything you pay monthly to and see if they have promotions or idea's for lowering your bills.
- Keep a compost pile to put trash to use
- Gardening and canning (don't forget herbs) anything you can grown, even one tomato plant will save you money
- Save rain water - best for gardening and saves a lot
- Always buy used or refurbished- Savings limitless
