5 PRACTICAL TIPS to LIVE BELOW YOUR MEANS (even during the holidays!)

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FRUGAL LIVING COLLAB WITH FRUGAL MONEY SAVER! Today I'm sharing 5 tips to to live below your means even when the holidays arrive! I'm SO happy to collabing with FRUGAL MONEY SAVER this week! Thank you Emmy and Paul! Frugal living has changed our lives and we're so happy to share our tips and stories with you. We are also sharing one more CROCKPOT MEAL to wrap up CROCKTOBER!
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@tinaelliott8029 Жыл бұрын

My husband and I have always lived as if we only had one income. Our friends and family never understood why we were the way we were. Now we are in our mid fifties, I am retired, we have no bills, our mortgage is paid off and we are able to help our family when needed. 😉 I won’t be changing a thing and plan to continue living like this!!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Love this Tina!!!!

@tennesseenana4838 Жыл бұрын

It's possible your friends and family who never understood why, now see your wisdom in living like that, and wish they'd done the same. A big super good for you!!!

@momof2momof2 Жыл бұрын

My husband and I were the same. I still continue this practice even though he passed on in 2009

@beckycrockett9055 Жыл бұрын

Same ❤

@jasminereynolds3196 Жыл бұрын

Did he make 6 figures?

@colleenmadden1306 Жыл бұрын

My husband and I told our large family...no gifts this year....they are all adults-our grandchildren are all almost adults...we will buy for the great grandsons...but we all help eachother out thru the year...we will all get together and have Christmas dinner...but theres no reason for them to buy gifts when really nobody needs anything at all🙂

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Hi Colleen!!! Thanks so much for watching and sharing with us! I'm so glad you're here!

@reginafisher9919 Жыл бұрын

Exactly we are doing the same thing no more gifts for anyone over the age of 18 it's done

@hikerhobby1204 Жыл бұрын

Very smart of all of you!

@lindadorman2869 Жыл бұрын

I'm a professional chef so I rarely eat out or get takeout, unless a friend invites me to their place for free. I can cook whatever I want at home and have more control over the ingredients and quality of the food. I splurge and get takeout at the most once every few months. Once you know how to cook and have the right tools, it's more satisfying and way cheaper to make it yourself and eat at home.

@kathymaher2377 Жыл бұрын

I eat at home always and bring lunch, and coffee. I shop at 2nd hand stores, reporpose, make due just can't make ends meet! Food and utilities and a roof over my head are so hard.

@vickywilliams727 Жыл бұрын

I have found that over gifting also puts extra stress on others to return a gift of equal or greater value when they really can not afford to do so. Instead of encouraging spending we now do a simple gift exchange, sometimes with things we make ourselves, and than enjoy a beautiful meal together where everyone brings some kind of dish. So much more relaxing. It also keeps our focus on why we actually celebrate. Thanks for all your ideas.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

SO TRUE VICKY!!!! THANK YOUUU!!!!!!

@Julie-si3hi Жыл бұрын

My budget is so tight ,there isn't money for eating out in the first place! That's a luxury ✨️ friends are always welcome,we love a get together.. everyone brings a food dish to share,their plate and a chair! Nothing matches and no one minds at all.💕

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

LOVE THIS JULIE! A warm, loving home!!!!!

@MisterEman Жыл бұрын

I always buy wrapping paper 50% off after Christmas for the next year sometimes 75% off and save it. Always pays off 100% worth it!

@jennie9 Жыл бұрын

I do the same thing with wrapping paper, ribbons, bows, cards, decorations, etc. To make sure I don't buy too much, I decided that I have to love whatever it is I'm buying and also that I need it for next year. For instance, some years I buy a lot of wrapping paper and then don't buy any for the next year or two even if I see some I love. At this point, I don't buy many decorations since I already have enough.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Love this!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

YASSS!

@susanf4857 Жыл бұрын

@@jennie9 I do the same. I love finding great wrapping paper and gift bags for 75% off or more! I reuse gift bags for several years.

@MattMathesonFamilyMoneySchool Жыл бұрын

Eating out is an absolute KILLER! The average household spends $300 a month on it. That said, I kind of love it. To do it on the cheap my wife and I order appy's instead of mains and we often skip the expensive drinks and no alcohol! I can't completely say no but we can really cut down on the costs! Kate, I'd love to partner with you to help parents raise kids that NEVER go into debt! Could I touch base with you via email?

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Hi Matt, I'm so sorry, I've seen your name before and I just haven't been in contact yet. Yes, please email me. :)

@MattMathesonFamilyMoneySchool Жыл бұрын

@@KateKaden That is awesome Kate!! I just emailed you!! Can't wait to be in touch!! Happy Friday!!

@luanngates4982 Жыл бұрын

@teresahassell286 Жыл бұрын

Eating out is literally killing us, not just killing our budget.

@carolc2574 Жыл бұрын

I bought cloth bags in different sizes with lovely different but matching patterns. After the exchange of gifts my family gives me back the cloth bags because they know I love them. Absolutely eco friendly: no paper or energy in making them goes to waste 🤭

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Oooh nice Carol! Thanks for sharing with us!

@jeffreyphillips4182 Жыл бұрын

Excellent

@jeannehunter5344 Жыл бұрын

I have always lived frugally, and when things were good, I could live below my means. Friends who were splurging with holidays and overseas trips are now desperate, being on the brink of retirement. I will simply continue living frugally.

@tinagoodman7256 Жыл бұрын

I'm amazed what people spend on eating out. I hate to eat out! I don't know who coughed or sneezed while prepping my food, they could even intentionally spit in it! I know how many times I wash my hands while I'm cooking. Guess maybe I'm paranoid!

@annsmith7207 Жыл бұрын

Over-gifting is a form of people-pleasing and “if I give you this gift will you love me / like me !” Over-gifting is the external manifestation of inadequacy. Painful realization but true. Once you are aware of feeling inadequate- the behavior around that will change - to a much better …healthier way of gift giving.

@grannyprepper1181 Жыл бұрын

I WAS an over gifter. Christmas of 2017 I ended the holiday about $600 in EZ pay debt, QVC and HSN! I started my gift savings and haven’t had gift debt since. Feels so much better. My Christmas gifts are all bought, not wrapped yet lol.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

YASSS GRANNY PREPPER! AMAZZZING!

@tennesseenana4838 Жыл бұрын

I would add - Try doing something different out of the traditional box and/or start a new tradition. Thankfully my daughter had taken over the holiday meals at their home several years ago. The other year, we discussed the wisdom of having a large meal both at Thanksgiving and also at Christmas. We decided to have the big holiday meal on Thanksgiving, and then just have snack/finger foods available during the day on Christmas. We've done this twice with total success. The girls are still young enough to just want to play with their new toys from Santa more than enduring another big, fancy sit down dinner. It's a much more enjoyable and relaxed day for everyone and there's more than enough food to snack on during the day. A total win-win all around!

@hanab837 Жыл бұрын

I love this idea!!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

LOVE THIS TENNESSEE NANA!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

me too!

@susanf4857 Жыл бұрын

We have done this too! I host a Thanksgiving meal but we go to my mom's for Christmas. We really enjoy just snacking throughout the day on Christmas and eating cookies.

@GoldenGirl12345 Жыл бұрын

I love using brown paper to wrap my gifts! I pair it with striped holiday string and birch slice name tags 😁

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

LOVE THIS Cindy!

@letinhsong8024 Жыл бұрын

also like to use stamps (like inked picture stamps, not postage stamps!)

@deborahcaldwell9775 Жыл бұрын

We use paper bags and if they are too heavy I iron them so that they’re nice and flat and malleable, and then use the wonderful ribbons

@brandi8040 Жыл бұрын

We do this, too!! The kids love to decorate them, too! I love how they can be used for any occasion!

@Cleaningfairy1970 Жыл бұрын

I only eat out twice per month and meal plan everything else. I get together with a group of friends too and swap casseroles for freezing and rarely buy junk foods. There's always a way to save money. Thanks for the great tips!! ☺️

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

LOVE THIS!!! Thank you so much!

@donnalackey989 Жыл бұрын

I would love someone to clean my oven for Christmas this is something I can't do anymore

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

OOOH! Put it on your list and share with the family! :):)

@kokoMi4 Жыл бұрын

Money Mom sent me. My family does a Christmas breakfast potluck and someone always brings a dozen donuts from a local bakery, they are always a huge hit. I love Crocktober ❤️ I want to do this all year 🤣

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Hi Korrie! OH I LOVE THAT MONEY MOM!!! She is so great! OMG CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST POTLUCK!? YES PLEASSSE!!!!!!!!!!

@luanngates4982 Жыл бұрын

@melissaguevara724 Жыл бұрын

Yaaaay!! Such a fun video. We spend about $30 a month eating out. It’s only for my son as a treat. My husband and I have health issues and we cook all our meals at home. It forces us to eat at home which saves us so much money. We used to spend $800 eating out! No joke! Great video!!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness! What a shift! Way to go Melissa!

@lynniel3266 Жыл бұрын

Happy Frugal Friday Kate! Great saving tips! That crockpot recipe looks delicious!!!!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Lynnie!

@kristinolan7240 Жыл бұрын

I love your energy ✨️ Great and useful tips as always ❤️

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Thank you sooo much Kristi!!!!

@metoo5004 Жыл бұрын

Happy Friday 🎉😁

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

HAPPY FRIDAY ME TOO!

@marylandmonroe Жыл бұрын

Thanks for that wonderful crock pot recipe!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

My pleasure 😊 I just had the rest for lunch and now I am sad! LOL!

@nilanisiriwardena5019 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU SO MUCH KATE.

@roismcanulty Жыл бұрын

Aww Happy Frugal Friday, Kate and KSquad!! I love Emmy and Paul too, they are the sweetest ❤ I need all the inspiration this week as we had a few financial blows and unexpected costs but I’m just moving forward! Thank you for the inspiration as always xxx

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! YESSS LOVE Emmy and Paul!!!

@Lulu-he9dp Жыл бұрын

I came over from Emmy & Paul's (I'm crazy about them!!!) and so glad they recommended your channel. I've subscribed and hope to catch up watching some of your past videos too. That recipe looks so delicious and easy - just my style! Thank you so much for the valuable tips. I was very wordy on their channel so will just say here that we love to do open house now for holidays with two or three soups, salad, toppings, & a few baked goods, allows us to enjoy the food but have time to visit with family and friends more than a sit-down meal and clean up. Thank you!!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Lulu!!! WELCOME TO THE FAMILY! I LOVE Emmy and Paul and I'm SO glad you are here! I hope you get tons of value from my videos:) I try to keep it fun, but helpful:):) Hope to see you lots more soon!

@maireahernofs6682 Жыл бұрын

That crockpot recipe looks so good! I would have to eat it with some tortilla chips ;-) I also follow Frugal Money Saver and am so happy you two collaborated. Emmy is the sweetest!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

She IS the sweetest!!! Thank you so so much! And I definitely LOVED it with the tortilla chips!!!!

@michelehendrix Жыл бұрын

Happy Frugal Friday, Kate! What a great video packed with lots of great money saving tips and a yummy recipe. I absolutely loved the Autumn backdrop!! Have a wonderful weekend!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Michele thank you SO SO MUCH!

@janfromnycsavesmoney8723 Жыл бұрын

So on board with these great tips! TFS!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Jan!!!

@Ladygrace-sw8iz Жыл бұрын

Hi Kate! I also love Emmy and Paul! They are the sweetest! I was thrilled to see your crockpot meal this week and definitely will be making it this weekend. Thank you for all the helpful money saving tips! I have been a bit naughty the last 2 weeks with buying breakfast sandwiches on the go, but I am going to start making my breakfasts for work like I normally do; it's a huge money saver!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Ladygrace, thank you so so so much! OOOOH! Yes breakfasts for work! YAY!

@libbysworld7649 Жыл бұрын

Great tips... This has been a year of learning all of these things. I am setting myself up for future success.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

LOVE THIS LIBBY!

@laurieadams5328 Жыл бұрын

So happy to see this collab. I love Emmy and Paul. Your crocktober idea is fantastic!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

I love them tooooo!!! Thanks so much Laurie!

@katherinerichardson1767 Жыл бұрын

Came to your channel because of Emmie and Paul. Yes, the Chicken taco crockpot is great! Thanks for sharing.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Katherine I'm so glad you are here! LOVE THEM!!!!! Welcome welcome! Hope you enjoy the channel.

@MrsHawkinsHouse Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this video. I’ve lost my frugal enthusiasm lately but I think I’m cured after that video. I love Emmy and Paul’s videos too they are so encouraging. This year we are not doing adult present giving amongst siblings/ friends etc. We are putting a firm budget on the rest and beginning to buy the Christmas food now such as a turkey crown for the freezer and various jars and other non perishables. Thank you for the motivating video today 🙏

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

You are soooo welcome!!!😍😍😍 Yassss!!!!!

@FrugalMoneySaver Жыл бұрын

KATE!! What a great video! That recipe looks delicious! Thanks so much for collabing with us! You are the BEST!!! Most definitely will we hang out!! Big hug and thank you again!!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

EMMY AND PAUL! I absolutely LOVED collabing with you! Thank you so much! YOU ROCK!!!!!!

@carolynb2457 Жыл бұрын

Yes also came over from Emmy and Paul. Both your channels are so smart , positive and uplifting. Also Under The Median is another frugal channel. Thank you all for your wonderful videos!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Thank you so so much! Oh I love both of them too🥰🥰🥰🥰

@TheRealAngelGrace Жыл бұрын

I shopped for all my gifts throughout the year and last year when the boxes and wrapping went on super sale I picked up a little so I have everything I already need for holiday gifts. I'm going to miss crocktober! Excited for whats coming to the channel

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

LOVE THIS ANGEL! Oooooh!!! THANK YOU!!!! Me tooooo!!!

@mksugerman1500 Жыл бұрын

We are older so we wait until the after Christmas sales for our gifts

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

NICE MK!

@berrystuffarts1607 Жыл бұрын

For the present wrapping. My husband and I decided to start using cloth drawstring bags for gifts. Its not as pretty as the paper, but we buy them once and can reuse them every year from now on. We have also saved regular gift bags that havent been written on to reuse if we can when giving gifts to others outside the house.

@dawnita8 Жыл бұрын

I love your spunky personality and I learned a lot! Thanks so much for all the great tips!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Dawn, thank you so much! I'm so glad you're here!!!

@juliescheidler7763 Жыл бұрын

This is great advice, as a single mom I've been able to pay off my house & pay cash for cars because I'm frugal. It makes everything less stressful when a person lives like this.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

🙏❤️🙏❤️

@rhondawiggins5728 Жыл бұрын

Newspaper in the funny papers make great Christmas gift wrap. Used it for years and years. Everybody always seem to like it.😊

@cathyjackson8021 Жыл бұрын

I love Emmy and Paul. Such a sweet couple. Love this chicken taco recipe! Definitely going to make it this week!! Thanks for another great video!

@julieannbailey9505 Жыл бұрын

I love Emmie and Paul! I actually found you through their channel. My husband and I don't eat out more than once a month, honestly. It helps in this regard that I am vegan and there haven't been a lot of choices for me out there. How do I keep on track during the holidays? I make a lot of the things we give as gifts, including the Christmas cards, which I only mail to those people who don't live close enough to hand them to. By "make" I don't just mean cooking or baking, I can, knit, crochet, sew, grow and do various paper crafts and mixed media. These are things I can be working on all year so I'm not spending money on supplies all at once.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

AHHH! Hi Julie! Oooh I keep a spreadsheet! Yup I'm that girl! Check this out if you haven't watched yet. Might be helpful this year in keeping track:) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hKt_dM6Ss9KWqaM.html And way to go on your creativity!!! Wow you've got lots of skills! LOVE IT!

@juliemann6628 Жыл бұрын

Love this. For sure eating food I make is a wonderful way to save.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

YASSS Julie!

@janefoley5184 Жыл бұрын

We have lived below our means for years. So I do most things already but I may try your cockpot recipe and the gift wrapping ideas!

@lauriekuhlmann3381 Жыл бұрын

We have done potluck meals for ages for all holidays. A few years back my family started doing Christmas Eve brunch instead of a dinner. We usually do some kind of breakfast casserole, fruit, French toast or pancakes and of course Christmas cookies because, you know, Christmas😂 Much more economical and it’s nice that those who travel a ways can head home earlier and prepare for Christmas Day. On Christmas Day, we do a lunch potluck with my husband’s side of the family. Soups are the main dish along with salads, rolls, snacky foods and, of course, cookies! We try to keep it simple, but always delicious😊

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

LOVE THIS LAURIE!

@grumylynn Жыл бұрын

Thank you Kate! I put these in my google task list to keep in front of me. 😇 I over-gift. I'm glad to hear you say don't over-gift. I need to rethink this year and be more moderate. I tried your potato soup, delicious!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Cathy!! YAYYY! I'm so glad you tried it! OOOH and yes over-gifting! I was notorious! Trying to strategize better each year:)

@celestehusband1685 Жыл бұрын

I give gifts in reusable bags. It’s something extra they can get and not have to worry about throwing away.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Oooh, yes very useful!!! Thanks for watching and sharing with us Celeste!

Жыл бұрын

One year I took some old red curtains I had, and cut them in squares. I wrapped my gifts that way with some nice ribbons I already had from previous years, I also had some extra battery powered lights, so that's how I wrapped my gifts. Everyone loved it, and these curtains are still used by everyone year after year ;)

@dianadugenia8662 Жыл бұрын

All of this hits home for me

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

🙌🙏❤️

@donnanorris4733 Жыл бұрын

One frugal thing I do for gift giving, I decide early in the year how much I am going to spend for birthdays and Christmas - I save up all year long. I don't stray too much from the plan because I have already decided how much to spend. Somehow that is freeing to know the spending boundaries. I have 8 grandchildren, plus the grown children, and the dollars add up quick!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

LOVE THIS DONNA!!!!! Way to think ahead.

@nancyryan6529 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kate ! I've used many of Emmy's recipes, they're easy and delicious. Have to try chicken 🌮 Yum.Happy Frugal Friday to all! 😊

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

LOVE EMMY!!! Thanks Nancy!

@annkrull9894 Жыл бұрын

Use brown paper bags for wrapping along with kids stickers for their gifts. Super cute

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Love it!

@marynienhouse6143 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Very sound advice. Kate, your energy is contagious! Thank you I’ve been a fan of both you and Frugal Money saver for awhile now. You guys are my team to keep me on track with my financial journey. So enjoy your channel ❤️

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Mary!!!!!!!!! Love this!

@Nikita-wh8wl Жыл бұрын

Dear Kate. I love Frugal Money Saver ... and love you of course!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU NIKITA!!!!!!! AHHHH! Love them. AND YOU!!!!!!!!

@jillmaeder6606 Жыл бұрын

I will dig into my Christmas wrapping and gift bags and not buy new wrapping paper. I am happy to not have to spend money when I can reuse. Love Frugal Money Saver as well as you!!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Thank you so so much Jill!!!

@stephanieg2000 Жыл бұрын

You don't have to stop talking with your hands! It is truly not a problem. LOVE YOU!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! LOVE YOU MORE!!! (I could feel them escalating!)

@victoriajohnson3034 Жыл бұрын

I have cancelled all holiday restraunt meals and all gift giving events!!! Done with it. Gonna do fun free holiday stuff!

@ericschmiedl7791 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great video, Kate! As for living below my means for the holidays, I'm trying to spread Christmas shopping over a couple of months to prevent it all coming together in December.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

LOVE IT ERIC! Good one!

@Nisa-gm5wg Жыл бұрын

Very smart idea. I do this as well, but I start shopping around January and continue throughout the year. I usually get all of my gifts at 75% or more marked down. Make sure you write down what you get and where you placed it so when it’s time to wrap those gifts you won’t forget them. I’m usually finished with all of my gifts by October and can stay out of the hustle and bustle during the holidays. It’s not as safe to shop during Christmas time. Good luck and stay safe

@debradavid929 Жыл бұрын

Lol, I was already following Emy and Paul…. Great colab choice Kate! Love the connection and agree with the Living frugal…this videos was so fun and full of frugal! Thank you! ❤

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Yay! Thank you so so much!!!!!!!! Appreciate you Debra for supporting our channels and your positive vibes! I can feel em! THANK YOU!

@alisonmartin6482 Жыл бұрын

I always buy Christmas wrapping and cards in the January sales 😄

@heathermc5557 Жыл бұрын

Great video and can't wait to try this last crockpot meal!! I will not be an over gifter this year and I have wrapping stuff saved from the last few years, won't get anything new. Thanks for the video

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and sharing with us Heather!

@jodieupton4000 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Kate. I am going to try that recipe.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome Jodi! It was so easy! Hope you enjoy it! Of course sour cream on everything makes my life happier! LOL!

@sadieesther9721 Жыл бұрын

You popped up in my recommended! Love that you filmed this outside 🍁 🍂 🍃

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Thank you much Sadie 🙏 I’m so glad you’re here!

@callieduval3000 Жыл бұрын

Going to the grocery store every week is my problem because I am not a meal planner but I will start so I can save money. Thanks for the tips.

@annlink8265 Жыл бұрын

I rarely eat out but this month I have extra birthdays in my family and friend group. So this is the time of year that I spend more on eating out. I do intend to plan my holiday baking better than in years past. It is so hard to see ALL THE RECIPES and not want to do it all, but post holiday food hangover is real for me. I would prefer a much simpler offering, for my budget and my tummy. I will make one or two of the staples (7 layer cookies and peppermint bark) and add one or two others. Then I will STOP!!! Thanks for your enthusiastic video. You are a doll (By the way, I am totally guilty of overgifting! A source of joy and stress all mixed together. As a mom of four adult children and four grandchildren, I need an intervention!)

@pigletsbank437 Жыл бұрын

🎄Thanx mum!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Hee hee:) :)

@msaxon98 Жыл бұрын

Great tips & another great meal! It's also an easy way to get in healthy, real, whole foods without loads of fake ingredients & additives.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

YASSSS Maria! Absolutely!

@grannyprepper1181 Жыл бұрын

I watch Frugal Money $avers too. Love them and Miss Dixie!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

LOVE THEM! :) :)

@christophervogt7456 Жыл бұрын

New subscriber here from Emmy & Paul's channel, Frugal Money Saver! Love your energy & positivity Kate! 👍

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Welcome Christopher! Love Emmy & Paul! So glad you are here🙏☺️

@afrugallittlelife Жыл бұрын

I’m an overgifter 😂 this year I’m simplifying it so much!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

YASSS! AHHH! That was my word of the year...I'm going to have to reflect if I made that happen or in fact did the OPPOSITE! LOL!

@Reina623 Жыл бұрын

My eating out is 2 times over 3 months. I have lent out ornaments to family when they want a different colour theme. I wrap gifts in new tea towels, brown paper and decorate with a ribbon because my cats will eat the stringy ribbons and I don't want a vet bill due to this. Happy frugal friday Kate and K Squad.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Ooooh so creative! Love this!!!!

@crymurphy Жыл бұрын

I have a extended pantry. I can too. So I didn’t have to buy much for the Thanksgiving and Christmas meals. It saved me so much money.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Love this Crystal!

@dreasbudgetlife1879 Жыл бұрын

Oh, this is so good! Great tips!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 🙏🙏

@rg-mi5hh Жыл бұрын

Heard on one channel where a lady made her own gift wrap out of fabric. She would then store it for the next year. That really makes sense. Tbought this was a really good idea.

@raethibodeau9604 Жыл бұрын

Paul and Emmy sent me. I enjoyed your video and your enthusiasm. The first thing I need to do this year is to have a budget. I've never had a Christmas budget. I had no idea how much I spent until the credit card statements started coming in. Throughout the year I'm frugal, but for some reason I go crazy at Christmas. I lose all self control.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

RAE! 1) WELCOME WELCOME TO THE CHANNEL! We are so glad you are here. 2) Emmy and Paul ROCK! Loved collabing with them this week. What great people! 3) Your FIRST CHRISTMAS BUDGET! I am SO SO SO stinkin proud of you! In my experience it has changed EVERYTHING for me and made the finances a lot less stressful ESPECIALLY during the holidays! Let me know how it goes! So excited for you! Love, Kate

@jenniferschmitt7938 Жыл бұрын

I love Emmy & Paul!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Me toooo!!!

@cristiaangulo7032 Жыл бұрын

Great tips

@chrisoulalakkas7935 Жыл бұрын

Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Love this:)

@rachellee.9389 Жыл бұрын

Try the local library for things you are going to use only once. My library has a free lending program - mainly tools and kitchen appliances - where patrons can take out an item for a week or two. Who knows, they might have a library table that can be borrowed? Gift Giving: Make it! Crochet it, knit it, macrame it, write it (I once gave a co-worker a story I had written about the office), whatever you do. When my twins were born 28 years ago I made a vow to myself that I would make them something every Yule. Wrapping: I use the same holiday bags every year and have for probably 15 years. Bigger gifts are wrapped in brown paper.

@sharonlugone5955 Жыл бұрын

I've been using the Every Dollar FREE budgeting app for over two years, and it's made such a positive change in my life. My frugal tip is to stop shopping for entertainment. My best friend came to spend the night a couple days ago and instead of going shopping, I showed her how to make homemade bagels. Then we ate a home cooked meal with a bottle of champagne that she brought. We had so much fun and I spent less than $10. Keep up the good work! ❤️❤️❤️

@kayhutson7577 Жыл бұрын

Going to have to try that recipe.

@jillpruett4772 Жыл бұрын

Love the way you use recycled deli containers for lunches. I am always filling mine with chili's, soups, curries for my hubby's lunch at work. And I NEVER eat out unless we are travelling and not even then if I can find quarters with kitchen privileges.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

YESSSS!!!!!!!! Thanks Jill!

@catladylife Жыл бұрын

I don't have a long Christmas present list these days. But I do pick up things throughout the year and I have a small linen closet in the hallway and I put things in there that I find throughout the year that would make great gifts. Sometimes I'm thinking of a particular person. By the time the holidays come around or birthdays or other occasions I often already have something on hand. I pick up some gifts that are on sale, and some that I pick up on out of town trips like to the Smoky mountains. I also make pottery and often give Pottery gifts.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Love this!!!! Thank you!!! You make pottery? That's so awesome.

@catladylife Жыл бұрын

@@KateKaden yes. Mostly cat pottery. There's a store out in Tennessee that sells pottery that I make and I have a craft show here next weekend that I'm getting ready for

@sandrafromscotland Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kate 👍 Happy frugal Friday & live below your means 👏 Lovely autumnal background for Crocktober 🍂🍁🎶 Tis the season to be cosy 🎶

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

YASSSS!!!!! Thank you Sandra! Have an amazing weekend!

@letinhsong8024 Жыл бұрын

Kate, about extra ornaments…string them on a ribbon or whatever and hang across the wall like streamers or wreathwork-or incorporate into the greenery. I’ve just got a very small artificial tree now that the kids are grown, but yes, the ornaments ate still important!!!

@jennymeier3018 Жыл бұрын

We are really starting to slash eating out!!!! That money is going to some of our debt 💕

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

WAY TO GO JENNY!!!!!!!!! WOOOOHOOOOOOO!!! YASSSSSSSSSS!

@jennymeier3018 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Kate! we are trying!!

@mollyeason8795 Жыл бұрын

I bought Christmas themed cookie boxes on Amazon (cardboard) and I will be making multiple batches of different types of cookies and giving those boxes as gifts. Who doesn't love homemade cookies? AND a variety?! I absolutely love receiving consumable gifts.

@nicolewilliams2468 Жыл бұрын

I’m making a lot of gifts for Christmas - dehydrated fruit in pretty glass containers I bought on sale; vanilla salt & sugar; vanilla paste; bath salts; colloidal silver I made at home (VERY expensive if you buy large quantities!); & teas / candles I’ve purchased from either charities or farmers’ markets.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

OOOOOH NICE NICOLE!!! Love this!

@amiradeshon5501 Жыл бұрын

I will start using the smallest shopping cart in the Grocery store :)

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Hey there's a strategy!

@netamorton4832 Жыл бұрын

I just was over with Emmy and Paul and they suggested your channel. I must say I’m not disappointed! Thank you so much for being so creative and s sweet!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Neta, WELCOME! I love Emmy and Paul and I'm SO GLAD you're here! Hope to see you more soon!

@maryritchie2137 Жыл бұрын

New too this,thank. You I’m going to not spend on expensive meats!

@jonitadonque9255 Жыл бұрын

I love your channel. Thank you.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Jonita, thank you so so much!!! I'm so happy to see you today. Have an amazing weekend!

@sandrabryan9106 Жыл бұрын

For Crocktober, I was able to eat homemade granola, loaves of bread using Emmy's slow cooker recipes that lasted all month, as well as my own banana bread. Must try this chicken taco recipe. Thanks for the great tips.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! THANK YOUUU Sandra!!!!!

@lindamcdermott9980 Жыл бұрын

I have been using brown craft paper and jute twine for Christmas gift wrapping for years. I put a sprig of greens on the bow. Always looks great. ($Tree garland cut up). I also give a jar of Hershey Kisses, (everyone needs kisses). This year I have several Ball jars, a piece of fabric and more jute twine…. Voila! One friend/recipient gives me the jar back so I can refill it for next year! Of all the frugal gifts I give, that one gets the most excitement! My grown children and special friends look forward to this one.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Linda, I LOVE THSI! YES evvvvveryone needs KISSES!!!! YASSS!

@mary-qc3rf Жыл бұрын

Never eating out...getting only the bday treat at dunkin

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Oooh! Good place for a bday treat!!!

@brendaroca1049 Жыл бұрын

We love Amy and paul

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

They are the best!

@joanncole9603 Жыл бұрын

Hi, I’m from Alabama. Sent over to this channel from Paul & Emmy. Loved that simple recipe.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

JoAnn!!! Welcome to the family! So glad you came over from Paul & Emmy! Hope you visit often! So happy you are here!

@Lizbeth120 Жыл бұрын

Kate's never going to chipotle again! All the best things in that crocktober meal and you'll ALWAYS have your onions and peppers 🌮. Love these tips, gifts are definitely not my love language so I'm always a fan of reducing gifting 😆 Another wrapping tip - buy your paper after Christmas for the following year 🎁 I've actually been buying clearance Christmas fabric and making reusable drawstring bags to use every year. Eventually we will have enough to use those exclusively. Have a safe and joyous holiday season k-squad!

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU SO MUCH ELIZABETH!

@kittmiller2212 Жыл бұрын

Thank You for a lovely vlog, over from Emmy, & Paul's love decorating brown paper creatively and using beautiful ribbon. I have been here before but years.... ago.

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

Kitt, welcome welcome! I'm so glad you are here. LOVE EMMY AND PAUL!!!! Oooh yes I love that wrapping style also! Thanks so much for watching and joining us. Hope to see you again soon!

@mikomasterson3319 Жыл бұрын

I'm subscribed to both of your channels, and I'm glad you've found each other! One thing I'm going to do to be frugal this holiday season is I'm going to try to stay away from all of the decorating channels this year. Last year I watched a lot because I was just starting out and I needed some inspiration, but when you're shopping for decor, you're done and any more adds discontent. Another idea I got from this video is I think I will try to use brown paper for my gifts and beautiful ribbon. That's a good idea. Thanks, Kate Kadden! Miko from Maryland

@KateKaden Жыл бұрын

GREAT IDEA MIKO!!!! Love this!