Survey Results! Hello frugal friends! This week, we asked you to share your favorite frugal things that you do. Here are a few of the responses we received:
Diane in Texas: "We bought cases of toilet paper and paper towels (among other things) from an auction. Auctions are great if you work them correctly."
Sharon in Arizona: "Everyone thinks I'm nuts. But I get the paper towel rolls that you can tear off a half-sheet. When I wash my hands I take half a sheet, double it over, dry my hands and lay it on the counter to dry.
Billy in North Carolina: "I subscribe to Clark's razor blade challenge and try to use the same blade for as long as possible. Currently going on almost two years with the same blade!"
Celeste in Georgia: "Don't buy ketchup and mustard from the store. Request additional packets when you go through your favorite drive-thru. Works great if you're single!"
Ginger in Arkansas: "I re-use the plastic bread bags that store-bought loaves come in. I give 'em a few shakes once the bread's used up and BOOM! No need for Ziplocks! As if that weren't frugal enough, I re-use tinfoil as long as it's not dirty. My mother always did this and I was horrified. But it's true when they say you turn into your parents! Oh well."
Jo Ann in California: "I place a Home Depot bucket in the shower to capture the beginning water, which I then use in my planter."
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