·Use only half of a dishwasher tablet at a time.
·Use rechargeable batteries for electronics and toys.
·Store batteries in the refrigerator. They last longer.
·Do repairs (paint touch ups, sewing, etc) one day a week. If you keep things in good working order, they last longer.
·Accept hand-me-downs. You can donate them if you can’t use them.
·Do home repairs yourself.
·Reuse things. An example: Plastic grocery bags can be reused as lunch bags, shoe bags, or laundry bags on vacation.
·Email for free samples. You can get some good stuff!
·Wash and re-use Ziplock bags.
·Make your own Christmas cards by making a collage from the fronts of Christmas cards you received the previous year.
·See if your local dump or transfer station offers free firewood or garden mulch. Take advantage of it.
·Use water from boiling eggs or pasta to water your plants.
Read more: Frugal Tips to Survive a Recession beingfrugal.net - http://beingfrugal.net/2008/04/03/frugal-tips-to-survive-a-recession/#ixzz0BdW2vQPq
1 comment:
Great idea...I also think those green bags that keep produce fresh longer are worth the investment during these tough times!
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