Comments on: What would you do to survive? http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/ Save money with coupons, deals, and inspiration! Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:08:11 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: bargainbabe http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/comment-page-1/#comment-6826 bargainbabe Mon, 24 Aug 2009 14:33:10 +0000 http://www.bargainbabe.com/?p=7075#comment-6826 Jenny, you are still using paper towels? Oh my! Please try buying a quick-drying towelette. I paid about $3 for 2 of them at Trader Joe's more than a year ago and have not bought any sponges or paper towels since. They are great for wiping counter tops, dishes, and a lot more. When they get dirty toss them in the washer machine and they come out fresh smelling. Not like sponges that start to disintegrate and smell in a few weeks. Jenny, you are still using paper towels? Oh my! Please try buying a quick-drying towelette. I paid about $3 for 2 of them at Trader Joe’s more than a year ago and have not bought any sponges or paper towels since. They are great for wiping counter tops, dishes, and a lot more. When they get dirty toss them in the washer machine and they come out fresh smelling. Not like sponges that start to disintegrate and smell in a few weeks.

]]> By: Jenny http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/comment-page-1/#comment-6801 Jenny Sat, 22 Aug 2009 19:51:39 +0000 http://www.bargainbabe.com/?p=7075#comment-6801 Iwas just watching how fast my paper towels disappear. These are going away rather fast because they were the cheapest on the shelf when i was in need and so bought just lowest price. But no matter what paper towels i get even if they are the pick your size that have perforations in smaller increments.. I still use the option of tearing THAT piece in half also. I turn it so the perforations are at the top and tear. I use the smallest amount that will do the job. wiping up a spill that is minimal that might not need a whole towel. I feel so frugal when doing this . And you would be so surprised how many things that you use towels for can be taken care of by a minimally sized piece. Also when it comes to buying toilet paper I went and priced every brand. I priced by unit price. that is with X brand the unit price may be .o5 cents per unit (one square of paper). So went around and squinted and did the math. it all added up to Scott brand 1000 sheets /single thickness being the best price per unit. So I just paid the price though it looked to cost a little higher STILL it was lowest price PER UNIT. And at that time i learned to live with single sheet TP. The other brands that are two sheets thick ARE nicer, softer. Now you will notice that places like CVS and food market have their own generic brand of the 1000 single sheets. Apparently others were doing as I was and noticing the most frugal way to go. At that time Scott was the only one that had that kind of TP available. Now take your pick. Iwas just watching how fast my paper towels disappear.
These are going away rather fast because they were the cheapest on the shelf when i was in need and so bought just lowest price. But no matter what paper towels i get even if they are the pick your size that
have perforations in smaller increments.. I still use
the option of tearing THAT piece in half also. I turn
it so the perforations are at the top and tear. I use
the smallest amount that will do the job. wiping up a
spill that is minimal that might not need a whole towel.
I feel so frugal when doing this . And you would
be so surprised how many things that you use
towels for can be taken care of by a minimally
sized piece.
Also when it comes to buying toilet paper I went
and priced every brand. I priced by unit price. that
is with X brand the unit price may be .o5 cents per
unit (one square of paper).
So went around and squinted and did the math.
it all added up to Scott brand 1000 sheets /single
thickness being the best price per unit. So I just
paid the price though it looked to cost a little higher
STILL it was lowest price PER UNIT. And at that time
i learned to live with single sheet TP. The other
brands that are two sheets thick ARE nicer, softer.
Now you will notice that places like CVS and food market have their own generic brand of the 1000
single sheets. Apparently others were doing as I was
and noticing the most frugal way to go. At that time
Scott was the only one that had that kind of TP available. Now take your pick.

]]> By: Jed http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/comment-page-1/#comment-6379 Jed Sat, 08 Aug 2009 08:39:13 +0000 http://www.bargainbabe.com/?p=7075#comment-6379 The Academy in Pasadena has $2 matinees and $3 evening movies. The Academy in Pasadena has $2 matinees and $3 evening movies.

]]> By: Chris http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/comment-page-1/#comment-6368 Chris Fri, 07 Aug 2009 20:58:19 +0000 http://www.bargainbabe.com/?p=7075#comment-6368 Where are the $2 movies?! Where are the $2 movies?!

]]> By: di http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/comment-page-1/#comment-6347 di Fri, 07 Aug 2009 15:27:45 +0000 http://www.bargainbabe.com/?p=7075#comment-6347 Eat lots of fruit/veggies and at home mostly for lunches. I splurge every other week with a dinner out and go to the $2 movies (if there is a good one) I go to outlets for clothing, and raide the clearance racks, and Goodwill, found anew pair of shoes for $5 I brew my own coffeee, and take my teabags wherever I go, I love tea. Also switched form Perrier (1.50 bottle) to the grocery store (.68 bottle) but I will splurge on Perrier every other week too. Eat lots of fruit/veggies and at home mostly for lunches. I splurge every other week with a dinner out and go to the $2 movies (if there is a good one) I go to outlets for clothing, and raide the clearance racks, and Goodwill, found anew pair of shoes for $5 I brew my own coffeee, and take my teabags wherever I go, I love tea. Also switched form Perrier (1.50 bottle) to the grocery store (.68 bottle) but I will splurge on Perrier every other week too.

]]> By: Philip http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/comment-page-1/#comment-6345 Philip Fri, 07 Aug 2009 13:57:14 +0000 http://www.bargainbabe.com/?p=7075#comment-6345 Our income is based on one full time job and one part time job for a family of four. Instead of focusing on * lack *, we are always looking at the ABUNDANCE in our lives that is not tied to $$$. I've learned a lot of new skills that may come in handy when the economy improves. Recently I learned that vehicle parts are available online to everyday folks like myself and I do all the parts replacement rather than taking it to the shop. Also, we keep a list of BLESSINGS, like health, family, friends, family that clearly cannot be replaced by $$$. Thanks, Julie, for enhancing our life with your great website and commentary! Our income is based on one full time job
and one part time job for a family of four.
Instead of focusing on * lack *, we are always looking at the ABUNDANCE in our lives that is not tied to $$$. I’ve learned a lot of new skills that may come in handy when the economy improves. Recently I learned that vehicle parts are available online to everyday folks like myself and I do all the parts replacement rather than taking it to the shop. Also, we keep a list of BLESSINGS, like health, family, friends, family that clearly cannot be replaced by $$$. Thanks, Julie, for enhancing our life with your great website and commentary!

]]> By: Frugal Urbanite http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/comment-page-1/#comment-6343 Frugal Urbanite Fri, 07 Aug 2009 11:48:07 +0000 http://www.bargainbabe.com/?p=7075#comment-6343 I picked up several freelance gigs in addition to running my costume/clothing business. I'm also actively seeking more freelance work. I picked up several freelance gigs in addition to running my costume/clothing business. I’m also actively seeking more freelance work.

]]> By: Meital http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/comment-page-1/#comment-6340 Meital Fri, 07 Aug 2009 08:43:08 +0000 http://www.bargainbabe.com/?p=7075#comment-6340 Cute comment Steven- props to all you jugglers! Julia, I love the idea of duct taping your bike seat- no matter what color it is! V, i totally agree with you. Eating healthier, is the way to go! It may seem more expensive, but try it. You'll save on your doctor bill, health, toilet paper, gym membership, etc. Even though I divide up my 'some-what of an income' into different categories (necc, charity, play, long term, educ., etc.), I've been writing down every purchase I make as part of my August moratorium. It forces me to really cut back and think twice about what I really want and need to spend my money on. Cute comment Steven- props to all you jugglers!

Julia, I love the idea of duct taping your bike seat- no matter what color it is!

V, i totally agree with you. Eating healthier, is the way to go! It may seem more expensive, but try it. You’ll save on your doctor bill, health, toilet paper, gym membership, etc.

Even though I divide up my ‘some-what of an income’ into different categories (necc, charity, play, long term, educ., etc.), I’ve been writing down every purchase I make as part of my August moratorium. It forces me to really cut back and think twice about what I really want and need to spend my money on.

]]> By: Steven Rosenberg http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/comment-page-1/#comment-6328 Steven Rosenberg Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:45:31 +0000 http://www.bargainbabe.com/?p=7075#comment-6328 Good tips, everybody. Just wanted to point out that the girl in the picture is juggling to make ends meet. And call her meek, but she's juggling SIX clubs there. Probably the most marketable skill I learned in college was juggling (and yes, I learned from an actual circus performer ... long story), and juggling 3 balls is hard, but going to 4 is just impossible, for me anyway. Guess I needed to go to graduate school for that one. But SIX clubs? Very impressive. And I've noticed that jugglers are among the most popular street performers. Thank God for gravity, I say. Good tips, everybody.

Just wanted to point out that the girl in the picture is juggling to make ends meet.

And call her meek, but she’s juggling SIX clubs there. Probably the most marketable skill I learned in college was juggling (and yes, I learned from an actual circus performer … long story), and juggling 3 balls is hard, but going to 4 is just impossible, for me anyway. Guess I needed to go to graduate school for that one.

But SIX clubs? Very impressive. And I’ve noticed that jugglers are among the most popular street performers. Thank God for gravity, I say.

]]> By: loveandhatela http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/comment-page-1/#comment-6325 loveandhatela Thu, 06 Aug 2009 23:52:39 +0000 http://www.bargainbabe.com/?p=7075#comment-6325 Lets see im a guy...and ive started to charge for babysitting my nephew too. So when my brother and his wife want to go out to dinner and a movie (they can afford it, they rent, as in their apt. as opposed to owning a home and make six figures). Hey they have a need and time is money. I also switched to prepaid for cell service- and i only now use it for emergencies or text..so a $10 tmobile card can last me 6 to 8 weeks. I am also recycling my plastic bottles and aluminum cans. And im eating out less and when i do its either lunch or coffee with friends. Because those dinners were really hurting my wallet. Also got rid of the cable- now use the digital tv converter box and get about 66 FREE broadcast channels. I stopped subscribing to new magazines (will not renew either) and have almost completely made the digital switch and it also saves trees and the environment. Trying to keep it simple and focusing on my NEEDS and not my WANTS..or else id want everything! :) Lets see im a guy…and ive started to charge for babysitting my nephew too. So when my brother and his wife want to go out to dinner and a movie (they can afford it, they rent, as in their apt. as opposed to owning a home and make six figures).
Hey they have a need and time is money.
I also switched to prepaid for cell service- and i only now use it for emergencies or text..so a $10 tmobile card can last me 6 to 8 weeks.
I am also recycling my plastic bottles and aluminum cans.
And im eating out less and when i do its either lunch or coffee with friends.
Because those dinners were really hurting my wallet.
Also got rid of the cable- now use the digital tv converter box and get about 66 FREE broadcast channels.
I stopped subscribing to new magazines (will not renew either) and have almost completely made the digital switch and it also saves trees and the environment.
Trying to keep it simple and focusing on my NEEDS and not my WANTS..or else id want everything! :)

]]> By: bargainbabe http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/comment-page-1/#comment-6323 bargainbabe Thu, 06 Aug 2009 22:26:20 +0000 http://www.bargainbabe.com/?p=7075#comment-6323 Love your frugal pride, Jenny! Love your frugal pride, Jenny!

]]> By: Jenny http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/comment-page-1/#comment-6322 Jenny Thu, 06 Aug 2009 22:24:46 +0000 http://www.bargainbabe.com/?p=7075#comment-6322 bargainbabe, maybe the dollar store has your pink duct tape?? :-) I am drinking instant coffee to save money. I went from purchasing my lattes, to brewing my own at home, to crashing on peoples couches who don't have a coffee pot... so it's a slow and progressive penny-saving slope I ride! I told myself I would go out for a "proper drink" once a week, but i just can't do it knowing how much I could save. Call it pride. bargainbabe, maybe the dollar store has your pink duct tape?? :-)

I am drinking instant coffee to save money. I went from purchasing my lattes, to brewing my own at home, to crashing on peoples couches who don’t have a coffee pot… so it’s a slow and progressive penny-saving slope I ride!

I told myself I would go out for a “proper drink” once a week, but i just can’t do it knowing how much I could save. Call it pride.

]]> By: bargainbabe http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/comment-page-1/#comment-6320 bargainbabe Thu, 06 Aug 2009 21:42:40 +0000 http://www.bargainbabe.com/?p=7075#comment-6320 Ohmygosh, I just realized I could probably get PINK duct tape. LOL. But then I'd have to shell out for a massive roll, when I already have silver at home. Hmmm... Ohmygosh, I just realized I could probably get PINK duct tape. LOL. But then I’d have to shell out for a massive roll, when I already have silver at home. Hmmm…

]]> By: Naomi http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/comment-page-1/#comment-6319 Naomi Thu, 06 Aug 2009 21:35:47 +0000 http://www.bargainbabe.com/?p=7075#comment-6319 your bicycle seat doesn't have to be silver, duct tape comes in tons of colors! your bicycle seat doesn’t have to be silver, duct tape comes in tons of colors!

]]> By: V http://bargainbabe.com/2009/08/06/what-would-you-do-to-survive/comment-page-1/#comment-6316 V Thu, 06 Aug 2009 20:17:25 +0000 http://www.bargainbabe.com/?p=7075#comment-6316 Started eating healthier which in turn is keeping my weight down so I can continue wearing last years clothes :) Started eating healthier which in turn is keeping my weight down so I can continue wearing last years clothes :)

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