Adventures In Frugal Land

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What You’ve Always Wanted to Know about Cloth Pads

If you are anything like me, the first time you heard about cloth pads, you thought “Ew, gross. I will NEVER do that.” I surprised myself when I decided to try them out. I didn’t jump into using cloth pads with both feet at first. I slowly crept in.

A few months ago, I was preparing a busy few months at work. Knowing that I was already in extreme pain from endometriosis and adenomyosis, I visited my gynecologist to find out what I could temporarily do to try to ease the pain. I knew I couldn’t afford to take off time to have a surgery done then, so, I opted to try a round of the depo-vera shot. I regretted that decision within a week. TMI Alert: I began to bleed and continued to spot for three straight months. Which meant I had to use disposable pads and panty liners. This led to some unpleasant side effects. Like ahem…chafing. (I was not able to use tampons or a cup due to the pain during that time).

Desperate for some sort of relief, I turned to the internet. And after diagnosing myself with all sorts of diseases, I kept reading about women who used cloth pads. I thought they were crazy but I decided to give it a try. I honestly thought that I would try one, write a review here about the horrible experience and never look back.

I started out by ordering a sample panty liner from Party In My Pants Pads. When I tested it out, I was shocked. Ladies….it was so different than disposables! I quickly ordered more from a variety of companies. I will be reviewing each company one at a time in the following days. I picked four of the more well-known companies, four of the cheaper ones from China (ordered on Wish and Aliexpress) and four from Etsy.

Before I get into the reviews, I want to answer some questions I’m sure you have. These are the questions I had when I started.

Isn’t It Gross?

Honestly, no grosser than dealing with a period any other way. At some point, a woman will have to wash blood out of her panties. It’s just part of being a woman. Dealing with cloth pads is not any grosser than that.

How Do You Wash Cloth Pads?

It’s really up to you. You can rinse them out and soak in a pail till wash day. Or, you can just throw into the washing machine without soaking. That option is more likely to result in staining, though.  Some women (like me) prefer to wash a small load of just pads rather than mixing with the other laundry. Some pads are able to be dried in the dryer but I prefer to hang them up to dry, this helps them last even longer.

Where Do You Store Cloth Pads?

Anywhere you normally store menstrual supplies. I have mine in a drawer in the bathroom.

How Many Cloth Pads Do I Need?

This all depends on your unique flow, how often you change your pad and how many times you want to do laundry in a week. I don’t mind having to wash them so, I bought enough for 3 full days. Other women like to have enough pads to get through their entire cycle. I didn’t choose this option because I wasn’t sure how they would work for me. Take note of how many disposables you use and purchase the same amount of cloth pads.

Will They Leak?

Cloth pads are just as, if not more, absorbent than disposables. They shouldn’t leak if used properly. Common sense plays a part here. You need to be aware of how heavy your cycle is and plan accordingly. Obviously, you don’t want use a light day pad as an overnight pad. Not all pads are made the same way. You will find that different companies/sellers have different standards. This is one of the reasons I chose to review different companies.

Isn’t It More Expensive?

You can offset some of the initial cost by looking for clearance deals or seconds. Also, many companies allow you to get a free sample pad to test out (you usually have to pay the shipping fees).

Longterm wise, it’s actually cheaper to buy cloth pads than disposables. The initial cost can be expensive but they should last 3-5 years.

What are Seconds? Are They Used Pads?

Seconds are just pads or pantyliners that have a slight cosmetic defect that shouldn’t affect usage at all. They are definitely not used pads! They are priced lower than other pads/liners. This is a great way to build your stash while on a budget!

What are the Best Ones?

I can’t answer that question as it depends on what you want, what’s important to you in a pad and several other variables. I did try to help you all out by testing and reviewing several different cloth pads. I will be posting several reviews (12!) of different cloth pad companies and Etsy shops in the next two weeks. All of the pads I review went through the same review process.

About My Cloth Pad Review Process:

I tested the absorbency of all of the pads the same way to be able to accurately give these reviews. I used water as it is easier to measure than menstrual blood. I based it on the amount I typically have in my cup on a normal cycle day. I’m sure there is a more scientific way of testing but this worked for me.

I laid each pad out one by one with a piece of paper underneath to catch any water that might leak through. Then, I put about a 1/4 oz of water onto each one and let it soak for 10 minutes.

I did NOT perform an absorbency test on any of the pantyliners.

Notes About These Reviews:

I did want to make sure you all are aware that NONE of these companies were aware that I was going to be reviewing their pads before they were shipped to me. I wanted to make these reviews honest and fair. I know that sometimes, companies pay “extra, special attention” to bloggers who are writing reviews and I didn’t want that. I was determined to get the “real” experience of each company to be able to pass along that knowledge to my reader.

I did contact some of the companies after my testing process to see if they would be willing to pass along any discounts or savings to you. Some of the links in the reviews are affiliate links but I was not compensated for my review at all. All of the products were bought with my own money. Sometimes as a blogger, I am blessed to receive products to test but that was not the case with these reviews. I am not opposed to the idea of free cloth pads to test out though if any company/seller is reading! LOL 🙂

Come back tomorrow to read my review on Party In My Pants Pads, also known as PIMP pads. I find the name quite funny! Plus, I’ll tell you how to save 10% off your order!

Do you have any other questions about cloth pads? Feel free to ask me them!

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That Time I Maxed out My Credit Cards and Didn’t Regret It

Credit cards are evil. That’s what everyone says, right? I’ve even said it myself. I would hear about “those people” with thousands of dollars of credit card debt and immediately jump to the conclusion that they must not be good at managing their money.  Or, they were shopaholics, living far beyond their means. Well, life has a funny way of showing you when you’ve been a judgmental dingbat.

That’ll Teach Me to Judge Someone Else’s Financial Situation

Last winter, I was in a bad place financially. Brandon, my other half, had major surgery with several complications. While he was in the hospital, our only vehicle completely and utterly died on us. After the hospital stay, he required home nursing and several doctor’s appointments with costly co-pays. At that time, I was unable to find a steady job. I had costly prescriptions of my own to pay for. Not to mention, bills still needed to be paid.

What About Savings?

Everyone should have an emergency fund, right? It’s great if you have one but know that it is possible to quickly go through the fund when an emergency strikes. It got to the point where we wiped through all our savings, even after cutting every possible expense. It was then that I decided to start using my credit cards. This is the part of the story where I should tell you what a horrible idea that was and how much I regret it. But, I can’t do that because I don’t regret it.Having access to the cards allowed me to get the prescriptions I needed, helped to put food on the table, paid for co-pays and kept the lights on. For a few months, we were pretty much living off of credit cards until I was able to find a job.

That Time I Maxed out My Credit Cards

Why I Don’t Regret the Credit Card Debt

I don’t regret having the credit card debt. I can’t, knowing what how much it helped us. That being said, I want it gone. We are now in a better position and have been aggressively paying down the debt. My goal is to have it paid off by the end of the year. When I added up the total amount, I was shocked. Not at how much it was. No, I was shocked that I didn’t regret it. I see the debt as something that truly helped my family when we needed it the most. And for that, I’m thankful. (and for the fact that I didn’t have interest until the last few months!)

Why Am I Sharing This?

I’m not sharing this to encourage you to take on huge amount of credit card debt. I am sharing this to let you know that sometimes, it’s ok to have to use credit cards when there is no other choice. I can blog about emergency funds and savings accounts (and I do encourage that) but the truth is, not everyone is able to live that way. Sometimes, it’s impossible to build an emergency fund when you are barely able to keep food on the table. If that is where you are at right now, know that you aren’t alone. You will pull through this. Do what you need to do for your family and ignore what everyone else (even me!) has to say about saving money.

 

Have you ever had to use credit cards to survive? Were you able to pay off the debt?

 

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Tried It: DIY Wool Dryer Balls

On Sunday, I shared that wool dryer balls are one of my favorite things to use as a fabric softener alternative. When I first learned that they existed, I didn’t have the money to purchase any. So, I decided I would make them myself as I had some wool skeins already. I didn’t have high hopes as I am not very crafty. But, they turned out pretty well. Read on to learn how you can make your own.

Supplies:

1 Skein of wool yarn, or more if you want. You will need about 1 skein per ball.

Old pantyhose. This is only going to be used to wash the balls.

Crochet needle.

Patience. This is not a DIY for someone without patience.

Instructions:

You can start your ball by either wrapping your yard around a piece of wool or by “balling up” some of the yarn. I used the “balling up” method. Either way, you’ll want to have about a finger length of starter material for the beginning of the ball.

Then, start to wrap your yard around the starter until a ball shape begins to form.

Once you have the shape, begin to criss-cross the yard lines over one another. This helps the ball from unraveling when you use it.

Make sure you are wrapping the yard VERY tightly.

Here’s the hard part, keep wrapping the yarn around and around until the desired size is reached. Can you tell I don’t have much patience?

To finish the ball, use your crochet needle to push the yard under a few layers and back out into a knot. Wrap the yarn around a few times and repeat until it’s secure. There’s really no right or wrong way to do this as long as the yarn is tightly secured into itself.

After you are done with your ball, put it into a panty hose leg, knot the leg and throw it into your next load of laundry. If you are doing more than one at a time, make sure there is a knot between each ball. Do not take the ball out of the pantyhose when you dry it.

You are going to repeat the wash/dry step a couple of time. Keep the pantyhose ball in your laundry for the next few loads. I believe I washed mine five times or so before I started using them. The washing and drying helps the ball really conform to itself so it doesn’t unravel in the dryer later on.

To find out if your ball is ready to use, untie (or cut) the pantyhose and remove the ball. It should look smoother than before. As if the yarn is molded together almost. Run your fingernail lightly over the top. Do the strings easily separate? If not, the balls are ready to be used!

To Use:

Simply throw the balls into your dryer with a load of wet clothes. You can add a few drops of essential oils to the balls if you want your laundry to be scented.

My Thoughts:

They did hold up pretty well, one of them had an unfortunate end when it met a hook on a sweater. The whole ball unraveled! But, other than that one ball, I am impressed with how well they held up. That being said, I found making my own to be tedious. I think I will stick to purchasing them in the future.

 

Have you ever used wool dryer balls? What is your opinion of them?

 

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From Toxic to Healthy: Finding a Laundry Detergent

Do you struggle with finding a laundry detergent that doesn’t break your skin out? I do. I’ve spent a fortune of different itch creams and prescriptions until I figured out that my laundry detergent could be the problem! (along with other things that we will discuss in the weeks to come).

I thought that by using the “free of (dyes, perfumes, ect)” options the name brand companies marketed, I was doing all I could to help my skin. It really wasn’t until my daughter began to suffer from eczema that I started doing research and found that most of the “free of” detergents I was using were just as irritating and toxic as any other detergent.

 

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My “hunt” for the perfect detergent has been a long one. This is based on my personal research, preferences, and experience. Not all the options I’ve found are necessarily “perfect” but they are good enough for me. I picked four different options of laundry detergents to test out. I picked each of these based on their ingredients, reviews, and cost.

I did consider the ratings from the EWG but I didn’t follow their ratings too much. Many products receive an “F” rating from for lack of information, not necessarily what is in the bottle. I may have to write a post about my thoughts on the EWG “scoring system”. I’m very thankful for the information they provide but the way they score has serious flaws. For example, sodium metasilicate is listed as an ingredient below. On the EWG, it has an “F” rating. But, the “F” is for other types of cleaners such as
oven cleaner, spray and drain cleaners. All things that have the potential to be inhaled. There are no listed issues with using it in laundry detergent but the rating is still the same. Use your own judgment and common sense when evaluating different products.

I would love to zero toxins in my home but that just is impossible with my budget. All of us should come to our own conclusions about different toxins. My personal philosophy is to avoid what I can and not stress about what I can’t. I could drive myself crazy if I sat down and read every single article about this chemical or that chemical. I am a natural worrier so I avoid doing that as much as possible.

 

Onto the list of options:

DIY Laundry Detergent

Last week, I posted my experiences using a DIY laundry detergent recipe.

Ingredients:

Washing soda, baking soda, essential oils, soap.

Cost Per Load:

Unable to calculate. Very cheap.

Skin Irritation:

This DIY option did still irritate my skin slightly but didn’t bother my daughter’s skin.

My Rating:

4/5

 

Mrs. Meyers Clean Day Lavender Laundry Detergent


I was able to get a really great deal on this detergent a few months ago from The Grove Collaborative. (affiliate link)

Ingredients:

Water, decyl glucoside, laureth – 7, sodium methyl 2-sulfolaurate, glycerin, coconut acid, propylene glycol, fragrance, sodium citrate, citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) peel oil, substilisin (protease), amylase.

Cost Per load:

$0.25

Skin Irritation:

Irritated my skin and my daughter’s. I will not be using this one again. It did smell very nice but it didn’t help our skin issues at all.

My Rating:

2/5

 

Vitacost The Clean Collection Fragrance-Free

I added this to my monthly Vitacost order to test out. (affiliate link)

Ingredients:

Water, laureth-7, sodium methyl-2 sulfolaurate, disodium 2-sulfolaurate, sodium bicarbonate, methyl soyate, sodium chloride, cocamidopropyl betaine and sodium propionate.

Cost Per load:

$0.17

Skin Irritation:

I was pleasantly surprised to figure out that this brand doesn’t irritate my daughter’s skin at all. I did still have a slight skin rash after using this but it was not as much as normal!

My Rating:

4/5

 

Charlie’s Soap Powder Laundry Detergent

This is my new “go-to” detergent. I love this stuff.

Ingredients:

Sodium carbonate (washing soda), C12-15 pareth-2 (detergent), sodium metasilicate (drying agent).

Cost Per load:

$0.13 – $0.16

Skin Irritation:

Skin irritation almost all cleared up for both of us! Full review of this detergent coming Tuesday.

My Rating:

5/5

 

 

Do you use a non-toxic laundry detergent? Which one is your favorite?

 

 

 

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Tried It Tuesday: DIY Laundry Soap

There are a countless number of DIY laundry soap ideas floating around the web. I decided to go with a very basic one. The simpler the better for me! I tweaked a few recipes and after some experimentation, I found this option works the best for my needs:

Note: I did not include Borax into this recipe as I haven’t had the time to research the healthiness of using it in laundry soap yet.

I Tried It: DIY Laundry Soap

Ingredients:

If you follow the links, they will take you to the Amazon listing for these ingredients. You may want to check your local grocery store or Walmart as some of the items are usually cheaper there.

2 Bar Soap (I opted for Zote but a bar castile soap would be a great choice too)

7 Cups Washing Soda

30 Drops Lemon Essential Oil (Optional but the lemon smells great and it helps remove stains! Lavender would be another great option.)

1 Cup Baking Soda

Vinegar (do not mix this in with your soap!)

 

Instructions:

Grate the soap.

Mix everything (except the vinegar) together.

Put into a container.

Yes, it is really that easy.

You only need to use 1 – 1.5 Tablespoon per load of laundry.

 

If you use cold water, I recommend letting the water run first and adding the detergent before your clothes to give it a chance to dissolve. Also, add a few tablespoons of vinegar to the water. I’ve found that this helps remove any odors that may linger on the clothes and it also softens your clothes!

I did attempt to make a liquid version of laundry soap. But that ended with a huge mess in the kitchen and a failed experiment. I will leave the liquid soaps to the professionals!

Overall, this experiment was a success. My clothes were clean and the soap was not hard to make. I did find the grating part to be tedious. I’m not sure if I will do this again or not. I have another commercially made natural laundry soap that I use and love (full review coming later) but I’m glad to have this recipe to keep on hand if I ever need it.

 

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Avoid This Sneaky Trick K-Mart Uses to Get You to Spend More Money

Just a quick post today.

 

Ever shopped online (or even in store) and find a really great deal but wonder if it’s actually a great deal? That happened to me this week. I was looking for new boots for my daughter and found out that Kmart had a buy 1 get 1 for $1 deal going on.

 

Sounds great, right?

 

Not exactly.

 

Take this Piper Toddler Girl’s ankle boot for example.

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On “sale” it is priced at $21.99. You get another one for $1 so it’s $22.99 for both or $11.50 each.

 

Here’s where they get you,

 

If you go into another item you can see “suggested items”. These items show the normal price. I chose to look at their rain boots for this example. As you can see, the same boot (2nd on the list) that is on “sale for $21.99 is normally priced at $10.00!

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What does this mean?

 

That by doing their “deal”, you’ll actually pay almost $2.00 more!

 

Pretty sneaky Kmart!

Avoid This Sneaky Trick K-Mart Uses To Get You To Spend More Money

 

Are you upset by this trick? I know I am!

Please share so other people do not fall for this.

 

 

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How To Rest When You Just Can’t Afford It

 

It seems to be a common theme today among bloggers and authors…”Slow Down, Rest, Simple Living, Being In The Moment”. They often give great reasons why they are taking time off or why you should do. Some blame it on adrenal fatigue, others on their busy schedules and some don’t give any reason.

I don’t know about you but this drove me nuts for a while. Here I was struggling to make ends meet and here’s this author or blogger telling me to slow down and smell the roses. I took their advice in an all or nothing capacity. Which is how I take most things. I figured that since I cannot possibly spend every second of every day resting, I couldn’t do it at all. Nor could I afford to do some of the things they recommended.

I feel that many of these authors and bloggers have their hearts in the right place with their recommendations but many of us just can’t afford do it the way they do. And that’s ok. Resting IS important. Our bodies and mind do need a chance to rejuvenate themselves. Fortunately, this doesn’t have to be complicated or add even more stress to your day. Yes, I am the person who stressed while I’m supposed to be relaxing.

There are a few things I found that makes it easier to incorporate rest into my daily life, without spending a fortune on a traditional spa. (I wouldn’t be opposed if anyone wanted to treat to a spa day though…just saying)

 

Weekly Planning Session

Some people hate the thought of planning. If that is you, skip to the next idea. For me, I adore planning. It relaxes me to have everything wrote down and thought out. I set aside an hour every week for my planning session. It truly helps me feel on top of my game during the week.

At Home Spa

I sometimes have a home spa day with my daughter. We paint nails, make our own face masks, take detox baths and talk. It’s a great way to treat yourself (and daughters!) without spending a lot of money.

Reading

Reading is a great way to rest. Whether you are into fiction or non-fiction, a good book is a great way to force yourself to stop and rest your body while entertaining your mind.

Mindless Television

I’m not a big TV watcher. I can go weeks without watching a show. But, when I do decide to watch TV, I binge watch an entire season of something at once. Sometimes, I need the physical and mental rest. I suffer from severe endometriosis and I’m usually bedridden for the first day or two of my cycle. I now use some of that time to watch TV guilt free.

Board Games

I find it relaxing to play a board game with my daughter. Plus, it’s quality time! Win win!

Creating More Time In The Day

While you can’t actually add more hours to your day, you can create more time. Do this by using tools and shortcuts.

Like everything else in life, moderation is the key when it comes to resting. Just like you can overdo productivity, it’s possible to overdo resting. Find a healthy balance between the two (when possible).

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How do you make sure you incorporate rest into your daily life?

 

 

 

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Start Saving With Class Action Lawsuits

Have you ever received a product or service only to be dissatisfied later with it? I know I have. Sometimes, these problems are my own personal taste and opinion. Other times, the manufacturer is at fault for providing a faulty product. If the manufacturer is at fault, people can file a class action lawsuit against them. Usually, after it goes to court, the settlement check is split between anyone who made an eligible claim.

While, you aren’t likely to become rich, you should be able to recoup some or all of your cost on a defective product or service. It only takes a few minutes of your time to check if you are eligible to receive any class action lawsuit settlements.

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Look Online

Check online to see what existing class action lawsuits are accepting claims.

Always Register Products

You know that little post card stuck in your box or package urging you to register your product? Always do that. That is often how companies will contact you if there is a class action lawsuit.

Read Eligibly Requirements Carefully

Please, if you are going to submit for class action rebates, make sure you are eligible to receive it. Eligibility should be clearly listed on the claim form.

Submit Claim

Most of the time, you can submit a claim online. If the claim requires proof of purchase, instructions on how to submit it should be listed on the claim form.

Make Copies

Always make copies of every receipt and claim you submit. I recommend digital to cut down on the paper clutter.

Be Prepared To Wait

Class action lawsuits take a long time for a settlement to be reached and claims to be processed. In most cases, you will not see your check for a few weeks to a few months after submitting the claim.

 

 

Have you ever submitted a class action claim before? How long did it take for you to receive your settlement check?

 

 

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I Tried It: Castille Soap For Fleas

Welcome to my latest series: Tried It Tuesdays. Here, I will share the latest tips, tricks, home remedies and other things I’ve tried. 

 

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I hate fleas. I cannot think of why they are on this planet. Really, what good do they do?

I also have a dog who despises baths. I mean she hates them worse than most cats do.

I decided to try out different flea treatments this summer to see what worked the best. I’m just now writing this because, well, I forgot to write it before now.

After looking at the price tag for the normal flea treatments, I decided to try a natural route first. I researched different options and decided to try castille soap. I had some on hand and it was easy enough to try (except for the dog trying to escape!)

 

The Results:

I am extremely happy with the results. Since using castille soap on my dog, I’ve only seen a few fleas. And those were in the summer months. As an added bonus, her coat is so shiny and strong.

Are you not willing to fork over a lot of cash to buy castile soap? I don’t blame you. It can be expensive when you purchase through a store. I buy mine from Vitacost and have it shipped directly to my house. Their off brand castille soap is under $7 a bottle (32 oz) vs. the $15 I’ve seen it in stores.

Sign up for Vitacost and check out their selection of castille soaps. You can get $10 off your first order through Vitacost and your own affiliate link to share with your friends to earn credits for free products!

 

Have you ever tried to treat fleas with castille soap before?

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How To Ease Back Into Couponing

I used to be a coupon queen. Then, I slowly just stopped. Sure, I’d use a coupon if I happened to come across one but I didn’t actively seek out deals. While this has been fine for groceries (thank you ALDI!!!), I realized I was spending way too much money on other products.

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Do you want to ease back into couponing but don’t know how to get started?

 

Realize You Can’t Always Do It All

For so long, I thought that couponing was an “all or nothing” game. It drove me bonkers to find out later that I could have saved an extra $1 if I only would have printed that coupon or used that savings app. This line of thinking caused me to shy away from couponing for far too long. Now, I believe I have a much easier system that works for me and my family for right now.

 

If you are not interested in couponing, that’s perfectly fine. There are so many other ways you can save on groceries without coupons.

 

Sign Up For A New Email Address

Do you already have an email address for samples and coupons? If not, go sign up for one right now. You do not want all of the advertisements junking up your regular inbox.

How To Ease Back Into Couponing

Pick Only One Store

Trust me, trying to catch every deal at every store is not the way you want to start. Learn one store at a time. Or, if you like a bit more of a challenge, pick one grocery store and one drug store. Learn the rules of each store before attempting to shop at another.

 

Pick Only One Savings Program

Do not sign up for every savings program, coupon app or rewards programs out there. Pick only one to focus on. Add on to that a small amount at a time until you reach your mental coupon limit. I highly recommend starting with Swagbucks (you can print your coupons from them!) and Ibotta.

 

Use Printable Coupons

Printable coupons are so much easier to handle than newspaper ones. You only print out the ones you need and you don’t have to run to the store to get them! I save on the cost of ink and paper by using a laser printer, off brand ink and scrap paper.

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Visit Blogs

There are several blogs dedicated to providing matchups to your favorite stores. My favorites are ForTheMommas and MoneySavingMom. Their matchups save me countless hours of looking through sale ads!

 

Set Limits

When you are just starting out (or even when you are a seasoned couponer), setting limits can save you a lot of stress and money. This might mean that you only buy X amount of shampoo and skip deals until you are under that limit. Or, this might mean that you only spend $10 a week on stock up products. Find what works for you and your family and stick with it.

 

Don’t Compare

Don’t compare your shopping trip to the person who has a whole shopping cart of stuff that cost pennies. You will just drive yourself nuts.

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Avoid Stress

I don’t have the time or energy to do multiple transactions or shop every sale at every store. There was a time in my life where I was able to do this but that is not the season I am in now. I try to avoid stress by only going after the deals I REALLY want or could use. By not trying to catch every single deal that comes my way, I avoid a lot of stress. (Please know that 99% of the time, you will see the same exact sale within a month or two. Don’t stress if you miss a sale. It will cycle back again).

 

Have Fun

Having fun while saving money is what I love the most about couponing. To me, couponing is a game. While you are out hunting down deals, try to have fun!

 

Have you stopped couponing for a time? Was it hard to pick it back up again?

 

 

 

 

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