I can't believe that a newsletter on frugal living would suggest buying beauty products on subscription, especially as the #1 tip. I understand that subscription models of business are appealing to millennials, but most people end up getting a pile up of too much product and delay or forget to cancel, running up unnecessary expense. For the most part, beauty products don't work as advertised, and expensive products don't work any better than cheaper versions. My tip #1 is don't buy the hype. Tip #2 is edit--for example, pick one decent generic drugstore moisturizer, instead of a bunch of special purpose creams with silly long marketing names. For hair, there are many "no shampoo" regimens you can find on line. Washing with baking soda and finishing with a rinse of 2 tsp of cider vinegar, with 2 drops lemon essential oil, in glass of water works just fine for me. In fact my hair dresser asked me what I use because my hair seems thicker and healthier. Baking soda is good for exfoliating too. I've also found very satisfactory lower cost makeup options (a lip crayon at $9, instead of a high-end lipstick at $25 to $50.)
Our family used to take a picture in the same position in front of the tree each year. We did this for over 20 years. It's very cool because you can actually see my sister and I grow up right before your very eyes each year :)
I went into Nielo after confirming on the phone a car I wanted was available. Salesman said it was on the lot. He was gone when I got there, but had another intercept me. Marched me around the lot looking for it- couldn't find it. Went inside and checked the computer- not there! Then they tried to sell me something else. I'll curse salesmen for the rest of my life. I don't envy you. You have your work cut out for you!
Every year on the Saturday before Christmas, I host a charity sit down dinner at my property. First comes a day of fun and games and then we share a big mid-day meal together. This year 40 people will be attending. It's a lot of work and tons of fun.
If I won the $1000 I would invest it! I have had great turn around in the past with investments and ended up needing to use it. I'm ready to do it all over again!
Just for fun, even though there are no children in the house, I like to leave a glass of milk and plate of home made, decorated cookies near the Christmas tree on Christmas Eve. I take a photo of it, then put the milk and cookies in the fridge overnight (because I have cats). In the morning, I drink the milk and eat the cookies, deliberately leaving cookie crumbs and a half eaten cookie on the plate, and put the glass and plate back out near the tree, and take another photo. One year I even left a fresh carrot out (for the reindeer), and included that in my "before" photo, too. In the morning, the carrot was put back in the fridge before I took the "after" photo. I use different glasses and plates each year, and just have fun with this idea.
We're expecting our first in short order here, and while we're doing a decent job of keeping costs down, we'll be looking down the barrel of quite a lot of new costs (diapering! whatever else babies need!) and this would really come in handy defraying that since we're also taking care of a new dog that has a tough medical condition.
If I won the $1,000 Amazon gift card I would spend $300 on food and then I would buy my husband and son new coats and boots and I would take the rest and buy myself a laptop because the one I have is old and slow that I want to throw it out the window.
I would buy a new computer because my old netbook is freezing up after 10 minutes or so. It's always random and at the worst times! Thank you so much for the chance. I'm crossing my fingers! Good luck everyone! :)
I can't believe that a newsletter on frugal living would suggest buying beauty products on subscription, especially as the #1 tip. I understand that subscription models of business are appealing to millennials, but most people end up getting a pile up of too much product and delay or forget to cancel, running up unnecessary expense. For the most part, beauty products don't work as advertised, and expensive products don't work any better than cheaper versions. My tip #1 is don't buy the hype. Tip #2 is edit--for example, pick one decent generic drugstore moisturizer, instead of a bunch of special purpose creams with silly long marketing names. For hair, there are many "no shampoo" regimens you can find on line. Washing with baking soda and finishing with a rinse of 2 tsp of cider vinegar, with 2 drops lemon essential oil, in glass of water works just fine for me. In fact my hair dresser asked me what I use because my hair seems thicker and healthier. Baking soda is good for exfoliating too. I've also found very satisfactory lower cost makeup options (a lip crayon at $9, instead of a high-end lipstick at $25 to $50.)
Our family used to take a picture in the same position in front of the tree each year. We did this for over 20 years. It's very cool because you can actually see my sister and I grow up right before your very eyes each year :)
If I won, I would get a great camera so I can start a side business.
I went into Nielo after confirming on the phone a car I wanted was available. Salesman said it was on the lot. He was gone when I got there, but had another intercept me. Marched me around the lot looking for it- couldn't find it. Went inside and checked the computer- not there! Then they tried to sell me something else. I'll curse salesmen for the rest of my life. I don't envy you. You have your work cut out for you!
I am well into my 30s and still find my advent calendar incredibly exciting. And my tree all lit up makes me giddy every time.
I would use it on bills and Christmas presents
Number 3 is my favorite. It's all about layering up. Great list. Thanks for sharing.
We always make a few new ornaments each year and remember making ones from previous years as we decorate the Christmas tree.
Every year on the Saturday before Christmas, I host a charity sit down dinner at my property. First comes a day of fun and games and then we share a big mid-day meal together. This year 40 people will be attending. It's a lot of work and tons of fun.
my favorite holiday tradition is a cookie exchange between the cousins.
If I won the $1000 I would invest it! I have had great turn around in the past with investments and ended up needing to use it. I'm ready to do it all over again!
Just for fun, even though there are no children in the house, I like to leave a glass of milk and plate of home made, decorated cookies near the Christmas tree on Christmas Eve. I take a photo of it, then put the milk and cookies in the fridge overnight (because I have cats). In the morning, I drink the milk and eat the cookies, deliberately leaving cookie crumbs and a half eaten cookie on the plate, and put the glass and plate back out near the tree, and take another photo. One year I even left a fresh carrot out (for the reindeer), and included that in my "before" photo, too. In the morning, the carrot was put back in the fridge before I took the "after" photo. I use different glasses and plates each year, and just have fun with this idea.
We're expecting our first in short order here, and while we're doing a decent job of keeping costs down, we'll be looking down the barrel of quite a lot of new costs (diapering! whatever else babies need!) and this would really come in handy defraying that since we're also taking care of a new dog that has a tough medical condition.
If I won the $1,000 Amazon gift card I would spend $300 on food and then I would buy my husband and son new coats and boots and I would take the rest and buy myself a laptop because the one I have is old and slow that I want to throw it out the window.
If I won the $1,000, I would put it towards paying off my student loans. I'm trying to be debt free in the next four years!
I'd probably use the money to do some upgrades around the house. We want a couple of new light fixtures and need a new door for our AC closet.
I am a hoarder of documents. Piles of bills, mail and much more. I just feel like I will need it at some point. I guess it is the teacher in me.
I would buy a new computer because my old netbook is freezing up after 10 minutes or so. It's always random and at the worst times! Thank you so much for the chance. I'm crossing my fingers! Good luck everyone! :)
I would use it to buy things we need and things we want. $1000 could go a long way.
I would be able to get so much, diapers, wipes, toiletries and clothes!
Baking cookies is my favorite.
Great contest - thanks for the info!
I would save it in my house down payment fund!
I would pay it forward!
I would build up my pantry.