Stretch Your Budget With Clever Depression-Era Hacks

If you are looking for frugal tips from the past that can help you save money today, you’ve come to the right place.

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Here are some frugal living tips from the Great Depression era that are still valid in today’s hard times.

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It’s highly practical to grow your own herbs instead of buying overpriced herbs from the market. They’re even easier to maintain than most home plants.

Grow your own herbs

Make use of kitchen scraps

Most people in the Depression era had scrap jars, which they filled with any food leftovers or scraps they could use for different purposes.

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You can save some of the money you would pay a repairman by learning how to do simple repairs around the house.

Learn to make simple repairs around the house

Conserve your electricity usage

One of the ways our family saves a large amount of money on electricity is by not having a dryer. We haven’t had one for over 3 years now, and don’t miss it!

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Make your own gifts

Making your own gifts can save you a lot of money, and for many people, handmade gifts can carry more sentimental value than expensive gifts.

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