Penny Saving Household Helper
Money Saving Household Tips for Food, Decor, Travel, Entertainment
Aug 1, 2009
Saving money on life's necessities is just smart, no matter the economic outlook. Learning to penny pinch in a few painless ways can contribute to much bigger rewards, such as a luxurious vacation or new purchase. The Penny Saving Household Helper, by Rebecca DeLiberto, suggests 500 little ways to save big.
Best Ways to Save Money in the Kitchen: Pantry, Cooking Tips & Tricks
The kitchen is probably the easiest place to save money. Household Helper covers kitchen basics such as ways to save at the grocery store, tips for cooking complete meals, how to save on coffee, tea and other beverages and good advice for growing food at home.
Sample Kitchen Tips:
- Buy flash-frozen fish, which is the same quality as fresh at a much better price.
- Save butter wrappers, folded in the fridge, and use to grease a baking sheet or oil a sauté pan before cooking.
Penny Pinching Tips for Cleaning, Decorating, and Reducing Energy Costs
Learn easy ways to save around the house with tips for cleaning supplies, laundry tips and pest control. Household Helper has some ingenious suggestions for home fragrance, as well as wall, window, floor maintenance and décor.
Sample Household Tips:
- Scrub baked-on food with half a raw potato dipped in powdered detergent.
- Try a bowl of charcoal briquettes on the floor of a closet to prevent odors.
Lifestyle: Spend Less on Beauty & Fashion, Wellness, Personal Finance & Budgeting
No need to spend extra cash on cosmetic, clothing care, shoes, accessories or jewelry. The wellness chapter has great tips for money-saving remedies as well as discount ideas for sports and fitness.
Sample Lifestyle Tips:
- Instead of silicone frizz-control hair products, rube a few drops of olive oil into damp hair.
- Restore bounce to tennis balls by storing them in a gas oven overnight.
Fun & Leisure: Affordable Vacations and Entertainment
Learn to eat out on a tight budget, and enjoy shopping, crafts, gardening and even travel through lean times. Prepare for, or simply avoid, holidays while reserving cash with these smart tips.
Sample Fun & Leisure Tips:
- Join a movie theater's loyalty program to earn free tickets and snacks.
- Buy holiday cards at half price after the season and use next year.
Summary
It's hard not to be drawn in by this little hardback book. The 500 tips come in short numbered paragraphs so it's easy to fit in a few money-saving tricks while enjoying a snack or during TV commercials. While not all the tips may work for every household, there are so many included in different categories that it is sure to be worth the purchase price for anyone. A fun gift.
Title: Penny Saving Household Helper
Author: Rebecca DiLiberto
Publisher: Chronicle Books, 2009, 195 pgs., $12.95
ISBN: 978-0-8118-7021-4
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