I use the library instead of renting movies or buying books. (Except books used for my freelance business which are tax deductible.)
I use cell phone minutes instead of paying long distance charges.
I use vinegar to clean just about everything in my home.
My husband brings his lunch to work instead of buying. (I did too before leaving my job.)
I use coupons and stock up on loss leaders at the supermarket.
I do a lot of things home made — for instance I make Christmas gifts, ornaments, and instead of purchasing expensive gift wrap, I let my son color and paint on a giant roll of white paper or paper bags and use that.
Reuse ziplocks and plastic takeout containers.
I don’t buy “convenience” products.
There’s so much more. I write a weekly Frugal Living column, so it’s always nice to read other people’s tips and ideas.
Deb