47 PROVEN WAYS TO ECONOMIZE AT HOME EVERY DAY

1.   Wash and reuse foil wrap.
2.   Save "junk mail" reply envelopes for filing recipes, 
     receipts, etc.
3.   Trade things you don't want with friends, neighbors, 
     relatives.
4.   Restrict family between-meal snacks to inexpensive 
     and healthful in-season fruit and vegetables, home-popped 
     corn, raisins, etc.
5.   Become a "brown bagger". Take your lunch to work.
6.   Save and reuse plastic sandwich bags and  paper lunch 
     bags.
7.   Tie soap remnants in a piece of nylon net and use as 
     a body sponge.
8.   Crumpled up used aluminum foil is ideal for scouring 
     pots and pans.
9.   Paper towels are expensive.  Use washable cloth dish 
     towels instead.
10.  Wash and reuse transparent plastic wrap.
11.  Save empty plastic food containers for storing 
     leftovers & freezer use.
12.  Don't throw away anything.  Save everything for a 
     future garage sale.
13.  Attend movies early when prices are generally lower.
14.  Don't buy expensive gifts.  Give exotic home grown 
     plants or bake a cake.
15.  Give yourself a home permanent instead of paying top 
     prices at a salon.
16.  Consider cutting your family's hair yourself.
17.  Use plastic bread wrappers and produce bags for 
     freezer use.
18.  Use washable cloth handkerchiefs instead of expensive 
     facial tissues.
19.  Organize a baby-sitting club with friends & 
     neighbors.  Take turns.
20.  Think in terms of doing it yourself rather than 
     hiring someone to do it, such as home repairs, painting, 
     garden work, cutting the lawn, etc.
21.  Swap services with friends and neighbors who can do 
     things you can't.
22.  Take advantage of free recreation, such as picnic 
     areas, libraries, public tennis courts, swimming areas, 
     parks, zoos, etc.
23.  If you're not going out to shop, leave your credit 
     cards at home.
24.  Learn about the many bargains at "no frills" discount 
     stores.
25.  Avoid spending on "throwaway" items such as 
     disposable razors, flashlights, pens, toothbrushes, paper 
     cups & plates, diapers, cigarette lighters, etc.
26.  For parties, use reusable plates, cups, glasses, 
     utensils, napkins-instead of expensive paper and plastic 
     disposables.
27.  Pay credit card charges when they become due so 
     interest isn't added.
28.  When buying big-ticket items, learn all about them 
     from consumer magazines and guides before you buy.  You 
     will be less apt to make a bad choice.
29.  Garage sales and flea markets are excellent for both 
     selling and buying.
30.  Start your children earning money at an early age.
31.  When buying insurance, pay the premium annually.  
     It's less expensive in the long run than paying monthly, 
     quarterly or even semi-annually.
32.  Check all monthly bills closely, including your bank 
     balance.  Big companies can and do make mistakes.
33.  Examine your check at restaurants to make sure no 
     error has been make.
34.  Buy things out of season for big savings, such as 
     after Christmas.
35.  Grow your own herbs and spices in window-sill flower 
     pots.
36.  Coffee is expensive.  Brew only as much as your 
     family will drink.
37.  Save and sell recyclable materials such as aluminum, 
     paper, etc.
38.  Don't spend for extra ice cubes.  Store them in 
     plastic bags in the freezer.
39.  Bread becomes stale more quickly in the refrigerator.  
     Store it at room temperature or in the freezer.
40.  Learn about auto upkeep and how to do minor repairs 
     yourself.
41.  Don't look for a new apartment until after the peak 
     renting season is over.
42.  Instead of buying gorgeous house plants, get cuttings 
     from friends.
43.  If you need a lawyer, carefully investigate his fees 
     in advance.
44.  Be wary of banking gimmicks.  Be sure you get the   
     best deal in town.
45.  Shop at discount and variety stores for biggest 
     savings on cosmetics.
46.  Dilute your shampoo with small amount of water - for 
     easier rinsing.
47.  Before buying anything new, ask yourself if you 
     really need it.