20 LOW INCOME FRUGAL HACKS TO SAVE 50% ON EVERYTHING

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@magicmax6623 13 күн бұрын

“My face has never rotted off” 🤣🤣

@winkfinkerstien1957 11 күн бұрын

Now THERE'S a tee shirt I would pay money for. 😂👍🏻

@jacquethirlkel3001 9 күн бұрын

Best cheap cleaner- one part vinegar to one part water. Done.

@dianalynn8781 13 күн бұрын

I'm 76, and you're right on. So many things can be stretched with water or using your imagination! Great you made this video for those who do not know.Oh, I almost forgot. I wash out my zip lock baggies and use them again. My Mom used to have a whole wash line full of them indoors.

@conniebrister7229 10 күн бұрын

I was worried you were going to add water to your oil change 😂😂😂

@margarettickle9659 9 күн бұрын

😅😅😅😅😅😅

@mjrdedhed 13 күн бұрын

Liquid foundation + moisturizer = tinted moisturizer. You'll save $ on both.

@anitagorse9204 13 күн бұрын

Best frugal advice help is: use what you already have till the last bit and than use what others don't want and discard. We use old cotton clothes to make rags for wiping machine oil, get tons of kitchen scraps for composting pile from the nearby festival, get designer clothes at clothes swaps that I tailor and fix, we get unsold bread from a large supermarket, bran from the mill, potatos that can't be sold because of their shape, all for pennies for chicken feed, we get hens others don't want to bother to slaughter, waste wax and excess oils that are made into candles and soap, kitchen and household machines that we fix, we grow a vegetable garden, orchard and cook and bake our own food....the list is nearly endless as well as the amount of money saved. All because we are willing to put knowledge and some elbow grease in it. Most people, at least here around, are lazy, ignorant and embittered, complaining how hard their financial situation is while munching on delivery pizza. Yeah, right.

@Revert2017 13 күн бұрын

I hear people say that cooking takes too much time. For me, it is a big bunch of time to get in my car, drive somewhere and get food. I have learned how to make my own pasta, my own bread, my own pizza and my own tortillas. I use up pretty much everything but flour, sugar and spices before I shop now. This year, I have started cooking “favorite meals” for people for their birthdays. It is fun to hear what people request. I cook for however many people show up to celebrate. It is usually something no one has had in a while and everyone enjoys it. It is a VERY personal gift and I learn new recipes.

@LauraMacMillan-el2kc 13 күн бұрын

I feel the same. I can make a couple of burgers in the frying pan and two large servings of home cut potatoes from fresh in my air fryer almost as fast as driving to the fast food place, waiting for them to do it for me, and driving back home. Plus mine are less greasy and a LOT less salty; and taste much better.

@TiredEmpath 13 күн бұрын

My family tradition growing up is mom would make us whatever dinner we wanted on our birthday. Thanks for the great memories!

@TiredEmpath 13 күн бұрын

@@LauraMacMillan-el2kc I make my own burgers and fries too! So delicious! I started that last year.

@Revert2017 12 күн бұрын

@@TiredEmpath ❤️

@robinblack3865 9 күн бұрын

I used to be a hardcore lipton tea drinker, now I discovered it was just the black tea I craved . It costs between 4 and 5 dollars a box. Now I found another brand I like for 1.99!!❤❤

@mariluna7359 12 күн бұрын

My eyes opened wide when I saw the Basmati Rice pillow at the end! I saw a video recently from the Appalachian Storyteller about how a looooong time back, the Appalachians would make dresses out of the bags that products came in. This was so popular that the companies actually hired artists to come up with the nicest designs for their bags. They knew the customer was not only purchasing the bag for the product needed, but also selecting one that would make a pretty dress.

@dorisemone6778 12 күн бұрын

I just love this!

@pennyinprescott1487 9 күн бұрын

Good suggestions. I used to teach a Live below your means class. It was always shocking to me how many people would sign up, but then scoff at every idea. It was not a class on "you have to do this too", but a class on "think outside of the box and see how you can change your own life."

@dorisemone6778 12 күн бұрын

PP! I am totally with you on this one. The only thing "extreme" is that you have managed to resist the multi-million dollar marketing (brainwashing) tactics and strategies that most Americans fall for. My hat is off to you! I used to be a loyal customer to brand name products and began to try less expensive alternative products, instead of store brand names and have never gone back. I began to notice that companies keep changing the labels, claiming the "new" and "improved" version, which of course is more expensive. Stay well, be safe and strong! Thanks for being you.

@sahwheel5932 13 күн бұрын

I have specific hand towels, too. My husband was going through $100s of dollars a year in paper towels and napkins! I put the hand towel over the paper towel holder. It's now habit for him to use it. I have delicate skin. I make my own detergent of borax, washing soda and Zote soap. For roughly $.05, per load, including a fancy, non gmo, organic scented oil, hubby must have a scent, I get about 130 loads from one bar of Zote and I didn't do the math on the borax and washing soda, but it's an awesome number! I also use old socks as dog toys and wipe cloths😁

@sharonsmith9040 9 күн бұрын

And if you have hard water, adding a teaspoon of baking soda to laundry soap, shampoo, dish soap, or hand soap will make them stretch even farther, and for just pennies. Also, adding a couple of tablespoons of rubbing alcohol to your all-purpose cleaner for windows and surfaces will make it clean better and dry faster without streaking.

@sharongenco3716 13 күн бұрын

The worst thing about having a bidet, is having to go somewhere now where they don’t!

@stevestewart007 13 күн бұрын

So true! I hate using toilet paper now! Besides saving my septic tank and only having to have it pumped every 2-3 years (there are just three of us), I can't stand that nasty feeling of having not washed every time!

@Revert2017 13 күн бұрын

I am a travel nurse. I travel with a bidet and install it. I have installed it in apartments, homes and even an extended stay hotel.

@kb1236 13 күн бұрын

They make travel ones, they are just silcone bottles you fill with water and squeeze.

@lonelinessinmilan6486 13 күн бұрын

I live in bidet headquarters, Italy. I have one, I never use it. Although, Italians couldn't live without it, but Italians still buy toilet paper, nonetheless.

@sharongenco3716 13 күн бұрын

@@lonelinessinmilan6486 i’m actually coming to Italy for the very first time this summer. Interesting that you have one and don’t use it!

@Cfrancis1968 13 күн бұрын

Great video PP. Still getting by on less than $600 a month, here in NorCal. Just retired last Saturday on my 56th birthday and 37th anniversary with the company. Goal is to keep expenses under $1,200 a month for this year. Did all the big ticket expenses back in 2020 and have money set aside for future large expenses.

@NoName-yy3wt 5 күн бұрын

A tip on dish soap, shampoo and hand soap. If you don't like how thin it feels after dilution, you can add a little bit of salt. It would thicken it up.

@SRose-vp6ew 2 күн бұрын

I reuse the foaming hand soap bottles and you can then do 50% water

@suefleming 13 күн бұрын

Hi Princess!! I'm a frugal minimalist too!! Eating less is one of my favorite frugal hacks!! Love Nala and Rocky too !! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

@colleenheither9532 13 күн бұрын

I enjoy your channel but im 75 and don't need much now. No debt

@Karen-tr8jo 13 күн бұрын

I reuse my plastic baggies , just clean them and dry over a cup . I’ve been adding about 40-50% extra noodles to mac n cheese for over 30 years , I put water into shampoo, body wash, dish liquid and my store bought juice and lemon ade (on sale ofcourse).

@lizh1988 11 күн бұрын

Same, I save a lot of plastic. I just realized I should use a rubber band with plastic I've cleaned & cut from frozen veggie bags from the store.

@hardywifesweetlife1746 13 күн бұрын

I love doing these things around the house, it's fun to me. But my family hates it!!! They say I'm a cheapo and that I'm weird. I just like saving money and also I think we just consume way too much, lol. Thankful I have your channel to relate to❤️

@elizabeth.torres5206 13 күн бұрын

Yes my family says the same thing about me calling me cheap. I just like to save money wherever I can. Lol I still gotta buy paper towels and toilet paper unfortunately since they are not on my team for being more frugal.

@anitagorse9204 13 күн бұрын

All our granparents and for some of us probably parents too were cheapos. 😊 Except for them frugality, reusing everything , stretching everything was a way of living and the only way of survival. If you dare to live the same way these days, you're a total freak and the worst cheapskate. No it's just a common sense. We have to leave earth for next generations.

@hardywifesweetlife1746 13 күн бұрын

Exactly!! 💯💯 😅

@jomomma1512 13 күн бұрын

“Don’t Twist My Words, Ppl”!!! 😂 We all love you so much!!

@jillybean15894 12 күн бұрын

I'm watching this as I trim my own hair, so these aren't extreme, lol!

@danicegewiss862 12 күн бұрын

I cut my own hair, too.

@ewaj.6260 12 күн бұрын

My husband cut my hair for years

@jeaniewalters4709 10 күн бұрын

I just wanted to say thank you for sharing the knowledge you have. I love watching you. I don’t have any debt either. I live just under the poverty line by about $$40 🙄. I don’t have a safety net unfortunately and I am a senior citizen. But I do try and incorporate things you have taught me over the years. I may not be able/or choose to do everything you do but I do listen closely and I have learned many things from you that I incorporate into my daily life. Having everything I own paid for and having a comfortably stocked pantry are where I’ve made the biggest changes simply by listening and learning from you. That has made my living circumstances much more comfortable and manageable. So once again thanks for sharing your knowledge with me/us.

@mariahsmom9457 13 күн бұрын

I use vinegar for fabric softener. It rem9ves soap residue and also makes towels more absorbent. It's super cheap and also earth friendly. I also hang my laundry outside to dry. I need to try the oat milk trick. Thanks for the ideas!!

@perfectlyriveratposh8584 3 күн бұрын

The cleaning lady I follow recommended this recipe for household cleaner: Dish soap, vinegar, and water.

@dbruce5760 3 күн бұрын

My late mom taught me to add water to soap. She was frugal also.

@oakshillelagh4339 13 күн бұрын

Common sense is not very common any more for a lot of people!! So keep up your great videos 👍

@elizabethbesco4758 13 күн бұрын

If you grind your coffee finer it gives great coffee, tip from when I lived in germany. Also lemon or orange rinds in a jar filled with vinegar become a wonderful cleaning spray in kitchen or bathroom.

@bettinak.4 13 күн бұрын

I also use the citrus vinegar combo, it's great

@lynnehopwood834 13 күн бұрын

Me too

@lizh1988 11 күн бұрын

You get a little more caffeine that way!

@macylouwho1187 7 күн бұрын

My daughter works at a dollar store while attending university for a degree in tech and she brings home so many things destined for the dumpster because it’s either slightly out of date or about to be. (9 times out of 10 we are able to use these items before they go bad so it has saved us a lot of money). She brought home an entire box of hand sanitizers and I have been adding a bottle to my slightly watered down dish soap which further liquifies it and makes it go on forever it seems. The hand sanitizer disinfects the dishes as I wash them. They are always clean. So basically one large bottle of knockoff Dawn from Sam’s club plus water and hand sanitizer is going to last me forever at this rate. I’ve been using it for a year easily and hardly made a dent in the original knockoff bottle.

@elizabethcoates3024 13 күн бұрын

This is what living frugally is all about. My grandmother's did these types of things 60 years ago, and it was what everyone did, just to get by, especially after the depression. I wouldn't know how to live any other way. I have orange peels soaking in a jar with a cup of white vinegar, which is my next bottle of cleaning product brewing. Bidets are such a cost savings.

@elizabethbesco4758 13 күн бұрын

A church member gave me the empty gallon OJ containers with spout lids. I soaked off the labels and have free water/ lemonade containers for fridge.

@pamp212 12 күн бұрын

Not only GREAT tips but also the mind-shift inspiration. Dividing products and food does not mean deprivation. ❤

@patriciacerwin6266 11 күн бұрын

Great tips. I try to use less chemicals and since you have tons of oranges and lemons, put the peels in a jar (such as a mason jar), stuff it with peels and then add apple cidar vinegar or regular vinegar and let it steep for a week or ten days. Drain liquid into a spay bottle and you have a wonderful smelling cleaner that is also a disinfectant.

@GrannyLinn 13 күн бұрын

Hard vs soft water matters, too. If your water is hard, it will take MUCH more soap, shampoo, laundry detergent, etc to get things clean.

@loydacoulombe1397 13 күн бұрын

That is a fact. And I hate it !!

@TiredEmpath 13 күн бұрын

I have hard water and white vinegar comes in handy for most cleaning jobs where needed for water deposits.

@karenanderson7067 11 күн бұрын

I add vegetables to my packet pasta. Bulks it out and extra veges are always good 👍

@kenyonbissett3512 9 күн бұрын

Gives it a cream sauce also.

@user-rf1zf5jb9c 13 күн бұрын

I don't wear makeup or use nail polish and never really did. I would buy some once in a while and put it on, only to let it sit in the cabinet for years. One day I threw it all away and never bought it again. Why do women think they need makeup? Who told us that?

@barbarabruce7648 13 күн бұрын

Agree 💯

@kittycat888 13 күн бұрын

Not wearing make up or using nail polish is a great one!! Look at all the savings right there!!

@Pondapple 13 күн бұрын

Scientists have found a harmful chemical from nail polish in the blood of women who wear nail polish. I think the chemical's name is tolulene.

@gailruckle8183 12 күн бұрын

We shouldn’t have to put an artificial ‘mask’ to be presentable to the world. Makeup is fine if you like wearing it but no one should feel obligated to just because society expects it.

@omathougts63 12 күн бұрын

Loved the laundry pod one. I found it out accidentally. It was raining really hard and the legs on my jeans started bubbling after they got soaked !

@cgt6497 13 күн бұрын

During the C-word shutdowns, I took your advice and watered down my 986 ml (less than 1 quart) bottle of shampoo. It lasted me two years. No kidding! I've been doing that ever since. I make my own spray cleaners using a similar recipe - I just add about 2 tsp. rubbing alcohol. It helps it to dry faster, more streak free and kills germs more completely. I used to pay $5 for windex all purpose spray. I don't think I've paid that much for all of my cleaners in the past 5 years!

@TiredEmpath 13 күн бұрын

I put rubbing alcohol in my homemade “all purpose cleaner” too. It’s easy to use and so cheap.

@isabelleg.5842 11 күн бұрын

I make my own all-purpose spray to clean the kitchen and bathroom; a spray bottle with 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol, about 10 drops of tea tree oil, and the rest with water. Cleans, disinfects, smells nice. A bottle of rubbing alcohol ($1 at dollar tree) lasts me a year worth of cleaning, and I always ask family for tea tree oil for christmas for my stocking so that's free.

@ibislife 13 күн бұрын

I dont dilute the washing up liquid in its bottle, but I do use a spraybottle, I put 20% of soap, and rest hot water. And the spray is perfect for everything from washing up to washing the countertop etc. I have changed from liquid bodywash to bar soaps. They last so much longer. I use washing powder in the washing machine, but under half the recommended amount of product, and I use vinegar for the rinse cycle. I hang my clothes, never owned a dryer. Towards the end of every month, I do the inventory of fridge, freezer and pantry, and mealplan out of what I have in the house. This week i will only top up of milk and fresh vegetables.

@Radiance70 4 күн бұрын

I just don't drink coffee... it saves me money and time, and space, at times I make tea, but for the most part I just drink water

@luciaimparato9390 13 күн бұрын

Can i mention that i have small garbage can in bathroom and living room, i have bought small garbage bags, but i use small shopping bags for my cans to save money!

@hollynauss6359 13 күн бұрын

I buy the real Dawn dish soap BUT put a couple of DROPS on a dish washing sponge. A tiny bottle lasts a very long time

@GrannyLinn 13 күн бұрын

Huh. Gonna try that.

@LuckyCharms_4 13 күн бұрын

Make your own Dawn Powerwash :-). U can find the recipe online. It is mostly water, some rubbing alcohol, and a little Dawn.

@karinamartinez9441 13 күн бұрын

I skip on the room deodorizers. I use a spay bottle (with fine mist) full of water and add a few drops of essential oils that were gifted to me, boom! I got my self a free room deodorizer!

@nasirb3914 13 күн бұрын

That stuff is poison anyway.

@Missi-Forensic-Astrology 13 күн бұрын

I like that❤

@tryingndoing 9 күн бұрын

Thank you. I do some (rags, cleaning) you showed. But since my goal is to free myself from the slavery of debt, I liked the many ways you explained for saving cash. Blessings!

@janetpinnick4867 9 күн бұрын

I thank you prepper princess for all the knowledge you have given me since my husband passed away, i do everything you share, and it has saved me hundreds of dollars and it helps me not to stress out so much . I am truly grateful for you and your videos, I've learned so much for you ❤❤❤

@Brendabrenda1942 9 күн бұрын

Costco half n half is the cheapest for me so far. We are a big family so for us it makes sense to have the Costco membership that gives us back a percentage so it pays itself. I have to have my half n half. Our persimmon, lemon and orange and loquat trees keep our fruit cravings satisfied. Cactus grows easily too and is very healthy, we love eating cactus.

@donnahall3902 10 күн бұрын

That's a good idea with that pasta roni.I I've never thought of it but there is plenty of flavoring and sauce to go farther With more noodles.

@51Springfield 13 күн бұрын

Thank you for helping us save money!! I have a roll of paper towels that have pretty cotton napkins sitting on top that I got from a thrift store so using paper towels is pretty rare for me. No need to use chemicals to clean or buy furniture polish!! Cheaper furniture polish that works great: In a small container: 1/4 cup white vinegar + a few drops of mineral oil (or olive oil) + a few drops of lemon essential oil (optional) clean cloths Cheaper Glass Cleaner that works great: Wipe glass with cotton rag or microfiber to remove surface dirt. Use a 50:50 mix of white vinegar and water (1/2 C water + 1/2 C White Vinegar in a spray bottle) works better at a fraction of the price and is 100% food-safe.

@susielansford9500 2 күн бұрын

Girl! Yes to the bidet! We haven't purchased TP in 2 years! It's so much cleaner too.

@erikaletty 13 күн бұрын

I buy that giant bag of Foca laundry soap and I use very little per load, clothes get clean and soap last forever.

@bonniebrown1305 13 күн бұрын

I make my own laundry detergent: equal parts washing soda and Oxyclean, powder, 1 tbsp per load. I've used this for many years and I'm 67!

@idunablack2592 13 күн бұрын

That pillow case is super cute

@isidoravujosevic 13 күн бұрын

I never buy mouthwash, I consider it totaly useless. Brushing teeth and floss is enough (and eating + drinking water regularly to avoid bad breath).

@lynhanna917 11 күн бұрын

After covid i find you don't get close enough to people to be offended by bad breath so i skip mouthwash

@jeannelejeune1983 13 күн бұрын

P.P. I’m confused about something. Most of the prepper channels I follow say to stock up on everything because of an apocalypse, war, depression, etc. Like u, I want to live a more minimalist lifestyle. Clutter stresses me out. Could u do a video expressing your thoughts on this pls?

@TheVikingblonde 13 күн бұрын

I believe her early video's from years ago discussed prepping. She does do a lot of reviews on solar generators, which are used for preparedness. You can search her videos for preparedness if curious.

@wandahall4435 13 күн бұрын

PP and Rocky and Nala ❤❤😮😮😮😊😊😊

@RebeccaMarie-js3fp 13 күн бұрын

She's said in older videos she doesn't store large amounts of pepper food anymore. I believe she said the freeze dried stuff tasted bad for the most part and as far as other food she can't consume it fast enough and it would spoil. I believe she still eats once a day and she does grow her own food , has excess to wild grown food and fishing.

@user-mc4cl3kr1r 13 күн бұрын

PP videos is more about how to live on less by living below your means and taking advantage of sales and opportunities. When she can and finds a good sale she will stock up on meat or whatever. She gives examples how she makes certain food stuffs go farther. And, yes, she talks about how to focus on financial security and less on stuff. None of her videos have to do deal with preparing for an apocolypse, etc. They are about choosing to live day to day on less money than you have coming in. It's about financial survival in the world we live in now. Not preparing for the end of the world as we know it. She has the things she needs, but has learned to define not only what she can live without, but what makes her comfortable. By the way, as I have grown older, I find more and more how much I detest clutter. It kind of comes down to how much stuff do you really need and do you own what you need and really want, or does your stuff own you--money, maintenance, etc. I don't need to prepare for the end of civilization as we know it. I just want to live an ok life while I'm here. 🙂

@fourdayhomestead2839 13 күн бұрын

I don't think she does, but depends on where you live. I'm not a prepper for the end of the worlds, but do storage based on my childhood teachings, long cold winters, & lack on shopping choices.

@kimhill8475 13 күн бұрын

When Covid hit and toilet paper was hard to find I started cutting receiving blankets into 4x4 squares and used them for pee. Since I drink tons of water and go about every hr to hr and half, I saved tons. I put the clothes in a laundry bag/Laguerra bag and throw in the wash. I had about 18 mths of TP on the shelf but it made to where I could provide TP for friends and family that couldn't find it and I didn't mind the cloth.

@alanbirkner1958 13 күн бұрын

Lol. Been cutting and watering down for over 50 years. My kids did fine. Neighbors moved and left me cleaning products. Our clothes last forever. Near O'Hare airport. Tina, Al's wife

@mariatorrini2293 13 күн бұрын

I use a lot of vinegar and lemon juice to clean. Cuts grease, I use baking soda for teeth, putting out fires on my stove, to cut grease in clothes before pretreating with dawn that has been halved with water. I use dry milk for creamer, or to liquify, add water to all of my liquid make up in winter, and use dry blush, eye shadow with water in summer for eye liner, blusher that lasts even in high heat and humidity,

@karengrice2303 13 күн бұрын

Plain old vinegar with mostly water in a spray bottle is also a great cleaner. It is an natural antimicrobial and will kill germs throughout the house. It’s much safer than commercial cleaners. You can add a few drops of lavender oil to make it smell pretty. Thanks for all the great tips. I agree about the paper towels. It is so much better for the environment to reuse old cloths instead of paper towels. If you have ever lived by a paper mill you quickly discover how polluting they are to air and water so use your old rags!😊

@ritarichardson3881 Күн бұрын

We collect cans in the trash at the car wash and always find good cleaning cloths in there.Bring then home and wash.perfect.

@PrepperPrincess 10 сағат бұрын

Yep one of the best places to find stuff

@valleyglenify 12 күн бұрын

My mother never bought paper towels when I was growing up !

@winnie2379 8 сағат бұрын

White vinegar & water mixture makes a good floor cleaning solution.

@user-wj3yr7xr2f 12 күн бұрын

Funny! Yesterday, I stood in my kitchen reflecting on the new (very) cheap coffebrand I tried. Whether or not I should start using that instead. Its ok, but no where neer my regular coffee when it comes to flavor. And I thought, wonder what prepper prepper princess would do? And I had it, you would "water it down" with the cheaper brand. But how much? And here you are telling me 20%!! 😍😍 Its like you heard my need for help. The universe is a funny thing. Thank you for your videos. Never stop, I love them. ❤️❤️⭐🦋🌿🦋🥰

@KarinaRodriguez-wh5mn 13 күн бұрын

Those juices are what us Hispanics call aguas frescas. They look delicious 😋 also!!! The Nido! Its one if the best milks in Mexico. ❤❤❤

@sonyabowman5221 12 күн бұрын

The bidet is the best...cleaner behind, better for the environment, and money saving! Here's a tip if you go to your local laundromat you can pickup detergent bottles that customers have thrown away and use the remainder of the detergent. I haven't paid for detergent in forever!

@PrepperPrincess 12 күн бұрын

I have done that. And car washes are the best place to find free money, gift cards and clothing….and cans to recycle for money.

@cicic.3640 12 күн бұрын

I'm not seeing a link for the bidet?

@sherryhackney4930 9 күн бұрын

I don’t know how I found you, but I’m glad I did! It seems like you have a great supportive community here. I’m enjoying reading the comments and getting more ideas😀 Thanks for what you do!

@Alan-bj9nb 13 күн бұрын

In addition to watering down the dish soap, it actually works better if you use the watered down soap with a foaming soap dispenser.

@maryjanegreen7601 13 күн бұрын

Add a few drops of alcohol (not too much) to make it foam better

@anitagorse9204 13 күн бұрын

I use foam dispenser for washing hands. We used to go through giant bottles of liquid soap in no time. Not any more. Just dillute liquid hand wash to 1/3 hand wash and 2/3 water.

@eileenlorb 12 күн бұрын

I buy a cheap container of bubble bath from the dollar store and fill it with just a tablespoon of soap and the rest water and it works great!!

@Amym0011 2 күн бұрын

You can buy reusable papertowels that can be put on a roll as well... They work well. I also have a bidet 😅

@brizaksmommy 13 күн бұрын

So many frugal channels and I keep coming back to you. Love your personality. Bought your book a few years back. (Irritated the family watering the shampoo down. 🤭)

@sonjacapo9244 4 күн бұрын

For 20 years, I've stretched thinned my mascara by adding 1-2 drops of dollar store eye drops.

@KittyMama61 11 күн бұрын

If Top Ramen is your thing, you can use one packet of the seasoning for two of the bags of ramen, then add whatever meat and veggies you have to the mix. I use one cup of water for each packet, so I don't have to drain it. Put the other seasoning packet away for another use. I found this mix and have used it forever for the dishwasher: 2:1 baking soda and kosher salt. That's it. I buy a 3-lb box of salt and two 64-oz boxes of baking soda. Weigh 6 lbs of baking soda. Mix it all up very well, put it in a plastic creamer container or other large container, and keep a spoon in there. When you get ready to use it, fill the cup and put in a few drops of Dawn. Run as usual. You don't save very much over the cheap stuff but this mix lasts a long time. I make it because it's easier on my silverware and other items and it won't strip anything.

@SYoung-sd4ub 13 күн бұрын

Omg i thought you were going to say you water down your oil! You got me on that one lol. Love everything you teach me! Thank you!

@FranfromFL 13 күн бұрын

I like foaming hand soap. I have foaming hand soap dispensers. I use 1/4 cup regular liquid handsoap and add 1 cup of water to make foaming hand soap.

@margarettickle9659 9 күн бұрын

If kids complain about watering down juice start with a little water. Next time and more and so much n they will get use to it.

@happydays1336 7 күн бұрын

I did this a long time ago to wean my husband off of salt when it came to hot cereal. It tastes absolutely gross to me now with salt added. I never salt anything while I'm cooking because my husband still uses a lot of salt no matter how much I put in dishes.

@sandrathompson971 8 күн бұрын

I clean my hair with baking soda and water and neutralize it with ac vinegar and water. I also make my own all-purpose cleaner by soaking citrus peels in white vinegar. It smells so good when you clean with it. I add it full strength to mop water and dilute it with water in a spray bottle. I also make my own Dawn power wash and refill the spray bottle.

@Lisa-sf4fy 6 күн бұрын

I live in a party of the country that doesn't have the abundance of fruit you have. But I do something that saves money and makes me happy - sign up for the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) from the farmer's market. You pay up front which gives farmers money to buy seeds, etc. and in exchange you get a weekly bag of vegetables for several weeks. Not only is buying this separately at the farmers market much more expensive, you get beautiful abundant produce and help the local economy. I share with a friend, so it's even cheaper. Yes, I occasionally get something I don't like (like arugula) but I give that to my neighbor who loves everything. I freeze anything I didn't get to. It costs me about $15/wk, which is more than your budget, but an OK price for me here.

@amg9163 2 күн бұрын

@Lisa-sf4fy That sounds like a great idea! Wish it were available in more towns.

@seewaage 13 күн бұрын

I agree with you. I dilute most of these products, not to save money but because they are simply too concentrated if you ask me.

@charlotte241000 13 күн бұрын

I don't think any of that was extreme the only thing I wouldn't do personally is water down the mascara only because I know someone who did that and mould grew in it and rather than add water to the foundation just wet your foundation brush you'll use less product and it's apply to you skin nicer

@cherilewis2899 13 күн бұрын

Use water that has boiled and coolest in dried out baby wipes

@simplelivingwithconniekeen9485 3 күн бұрын

PP, ever since you mentioned using less laundry detergent, I have been practicing that tip. Amazing how far it goes. Also, I use cheapie wash rags for cleaning instead of paper towels. You can wash them and even the cheapies last, but they are inexpensive to replace, too. Appreciate you always ❤

@solegonz762 2 күн бұрын

Thank you for all your super helpful tips!! Very inspirational. I'm taking a job that doesn't pay well & I know I have to get even more creative with the dollar.

@lisapitts9518 13 күн бұрын

I don't add water to anything, i just use less than what is recommended.

@ingetnamn-de9fc 13 күн бұрын

If one add water don't the bacteria grow in the bottle?

@anitagorse9204 13 күн бұрын

@@ingetnamn-de9fcIt has to be distilled water. I use only distilled water for soapmaking.

@ipekbilecen2984 10 күн бұрын

On top of everything, it is an excellent contribution to the environment. Thank you, Prepper Princess.

@jenniferbaucom9769 8 күн бұрын

Just a thought regarding using toilet paper to blow your nose- why not invest in men's handkerchiefs and wash them? You use old rags instead of paper towels. I do too. But my husband is addicted to papers towels, i have to hide them, or clean something up before he sees it LOL

@elle-roseanddimischannel2827 8 күн бұрын

I watch all your videos. You are certainly something I’m trying to inspire to. We live in Australia and rent here alone is 2100 a month :( every thing has tripled in price including food :(

@PrepperPrincess 8 күн бұрын

I have heard it’s really bad there and there is a housing shortage

@soliel8999 8 күн бұрын

Leave. The west is dying.

@Roseanneimp 9 күн бұрын

I had every intention of making a pillow out of that same rice bag... it's perfect!!

@Stephen_A. 13 күн бұрын

I'm a make at home coffee person too. I buy Starbuck beans at Costco when they are on sale and the Kirkland french roast beans and mix them 50-50 and grind them myself. I haven't missed going to Starbucks in 20 years. 😍

@wandacarr668 12 күн бұрын

I use Kirk's bar soap as a shampoo, and now I no longer need to use conditioner. I have natural wavy/curly hair. It used to be dry and I had to use expensive conditioner. Not any more. My hair is so soft. Wish I would have known about this sooner.

@sasy7830 13 күн бұрын

Love the rice pillow

@jenniferw1595 13 күн бұрын

Why did I actually take a big inhale when you said “ take a whiff “?!? I swear I can smell the hazelnut coffee through the iPad. Favorite part of my day is coffee ☕

@rileyj5491 13 күн бұрын

It would be very fun to watch you. Live your life the complete opposite way for one week. Treat yourself out to a few meals, wash your hair more than once, have coffee out every morning maybe spend the night in a hotel for A little fun. And then at the end of the video, give us your thoughts and feelings about what luxuries you enjoyed or what just felt completely silly.

@bumblebee7922 13 күн бұрын

You are SO right about the soap staying in our laundry! I use about a tsp. of liquid and it's still hard to get it all rinsed out. Now I just use about a Tablepoon of baking soda to wash my clothes and rinse with white vinegar, I also soak them for hours or overnight. Works great! You have a lot of great ideas to save money. Love your videos. Also love when you share the dogs with us. You are SO right! Nala IS SO stinkin' cute!

@PrettyGoodLookin 13 күн бұрын

I make coffee on the stove using two SS pots and a SS Strainer +Coffee filters. Saves on appliances.

@TiredEmpath 13 күн бұрын

I was wondering how to make coffee without a coffee maker or French press. Thanks!!

@user-do4gf5rn1e 12 сағат бұрын

That dog IS absolutely adorable ❤

@janicerose1676 13 күн бұрын

I also water down my liquid laundry detergent. Clothes still get clean!

@vickielewandowski3558 13 күн бұрын

I have been using 2/3 pump squirts of Dr. Bronner's pure-castile soap to wash my long hair, then rise my hair with 1/2 cup of white vinegar and warm water. Not only is my hair clean but the knots/tangles gone. Yes people are going to say Dr. Bronner's soap is costly, this is what I have to say. When I am ask what would you like for Christmas/birthday/holiday etc. gift. I answer a large bottle of Dr. Bronner's soap.

@sewpeaceful1906 3 күн бұрын

I have my Basmati bag, and I could not decide on a purse or rug center, but your pillow is the best idea for mine!!! Thanks! ❤❤❤

@stephanieturner5931 3 күн бұрын

I add lotion to my foundation, or really I add a drop of foundation to my lotion and it gives me full coverage and color with my moisturizer. I use Fruit of the Earth Vitamin E cream, it’s really inexpensive and it’s good for my skin. So you could also do that if you’re concerned about skincare but also still want to wear makeup.

@SRose-vp6ew 2 күн бұрын

I do the same thing, but I never thought how it was also saving money. I do it because it adds moisture to the skin and it simply makes it work and look better.

@stephanieturner5931 2 күн бұрын

@@SRose-vp6ew I didn’t do it to save money either, I learned it from another girl because I was trying to reduce caking in my fine lines. But it has saved me a lot on foundation costs, so I thought I’d mention it because it helps with that and skincare, win win right!! ❤️

@soliel8999 8 күн бұрын

Baking soda and vinegar.... I brush my teeth with baking soda and wash my hair woth baking soda and vinegar. I make my own laundry soap. 1 part Epsom salt and 1 part baking soda plus 2 parts washing soda. I add a little of this powder mix and about 2 tbs of Dr Bronners. This is way cheaper and way healthier than regular detergent. Also, soda and vinegar for your house cleaning products.

@Narbyful 8 күн бұрын

Your advice from that previous video about laundry detergent was right on target. You need a very small amount of actual detergent to get the dirt to release from the fibers in your average load and yes, it's the movement of the clothing that largely cleans them. Oh, and the other day, my husband needed a kitchen towel, and picked up one from the pile with more frayed edges than sewn ones. LOL He said, what's up with this? I said that it was my favorite practical towel, because it was thick and absorbent - my last of the old guard of my towels that were from the days where towels were made to LAST. It's true. My newer ones are pretty, pretty but you know they were made to fall apart sooner...than later. :(

@martinemjt 8 күн бұрын

i bought oranges three weeks ago. 1.99 an orange. lucky you have an orange tree in the yard.

@amberreed6289 13 күн бұрын

For anyone who's trying to replace coffee because caffeine isn't agreeing with them I highly suggest dandelion tea. It keeps you regular like coffee and has a bitter taste like coffee while being cheaper if you get it online. I'm not knocking coffee, it has great health benefits it just messes with some of us unfortunately

@kycatrescue7305 12 күн бұрын

Just be careful not to consume too much Dandelion tea. I swapped it for coffee a few years ago, and after a few months of drinking 5-6 cups of dandelion tea a day I developed an allergy to anything in the dandelion family. Now I cannot even eat honey because of the allergens in it. I always had honey in black tea, and now I have to drink black tea plain.