100 things you will never need to buy again.
Everything is more and more expensive!
But wages, they do not increase ...
So how do you go about living without being in the red at the end of the month?
The solution is to replace the maximum of things that we buy every day with homemade ...
... but also to use recycling whenever possible!
This method has all the advantages: it's cheaper, it's better for your health and what's more, it's good for the planet!
here is 100 things you'll never need to buy again :
100. Shampoo
Try one of these 10 natural alternatives to shampooing. You are bound to find the one that suits you. No more buying shampoos that cost an arm and make room for 100% natural! Check out the trick here.
99. Toothpaste
This toothpaste is homemade and it only takes a few minutes to make it. Try it, you will tell me the news. My kids love it. And with that, exit the tube that ends up in the trash. Check out the trick here.
98. Deodorant
Make yours with ... surprise ... baking soda! Nothing else ! Check out the trick here.
97. Rinse aid for dishwasher
It is not good for the environment and in addition it is expensive. White vinegar has exactly the same action and costs 4 times less. Check out the trick here.
96. Home air freshener
No need to buy those things with chemical colors and scents. Instead, try coffee grounds as a deodorant and air freshener. In addition, it helps not to spoil it. Put some in a small dish that you will place in the room of your choice. No more bad smells. You can also use coffee beans, tea leaves and orange peels.
To discover : 18 Surprising Uses Of Coffee Grind You Didn't Know About.
95. Pencils and pens
Collect promotional pens, especially at events. There are also restaurants that distribute colored pencils to children to keep them waiting. Do not hesitate to collect them at the end of the meal.
94. Dust remover
Why buy products full of chemicals when you can make your own 100% natural dust suppressant? Do not buy more O'Cedar is made your anti-dust for three francs six sous with our recipe here.
93. Anti-wrinkle
Commercial anti-wrinkle products are overpriced and cost an arm and a leg! Instead of going to the checkout, make your own homemade anti-wrinkle treatment with this recipe here that works by God’s fire.
92. Decongestant
Do you have a stuffy nose? No need to run to the pharmacy to buy products full of toxic products for your health! Try this super effective homemade decongestant recipe instead. Check out the trick here.
91. Envelopes
Tired of buying envelopes? You don't even have to go to the post office! Here is a tip for making your envelopes from a single A4 sheet. Think about it for your Christmas and New Years greeting cards. Check out the trick here.
90. Storage boxes
To store everything in your home, do you use shoe boxes? Great ideas! But you don't have to buy new shoes to get them. You can pick it up for free at shoe stores or when you place orders on the Internet.
To discover : 17 Clever Ways To Reuse Cardboard Boxes.
89. Detangling
Ah long hair! I'm sure you know that screaming and crying after the shampoo that got your daughter's hair tangled. If you haven't tried our secret detangling recipe yet, then let me know! Check out the trick here.
To discover : 12 Home Remedies To Make Hair Grow Faster.
88. Soap dispenser
No need to buy a soap dispenser to put dishwashing liquid or hand soap! Just do it yourself by following this tip in # 9 here.
87. Bookmarks
Use a piece of used wrapping paper, a pretty piece of paper, a piece of string or a paper clip. In fact, almost anything can be used as a bookmark.
86. Advent Calendar
Again, one can get creative to make a cute, original Advent calendar. You don't even have to buy one. Check out the trick here.
85. Paper towels
Why keep buying tons of disposable paper towels every month when cloth towels are endlessly reusable? Just put a few in a basket on the table to always have them on hand. You can also replace them with a simple sponge as shown in this tip.
84. Ice blocks
No need to buy ice packs. Simply make them with a Ziploc bag, water, and washing up liquid. Dishwashing liquid freezes perfectly and slows down the melting of the ice. So the block stays cold longer! Find out how to do it here.
83. Floor cleaner
No more buying floor cleaners that leave marks and cost an arm and a leg! Make it yourself easily by following the best recipe I know of here.
82. Dog toys
Does your dog tend to chew everything around the house? Prepare a chew toy for her without breaking your budget from old jeans. Check out the trick here in # 15.
81. Food storage box
Photo source: clementinelamandarine
All glass jars are easy to recycle to keep all your food you buy in bulk. In particular the jars of the pickles. Check out the trick in # 2 here.
To discover : Buy in Bulk, A Virtuous Gesture For the Wallet (and the Planet)
80. Jewelry box
You can improvise a jewelry box or a pretty display with almost any recycled object. Like for example an absorbent paper unwinder. Check out the trick here.
79. Christmas Cards
You can save your money by taking a digital photo and emailing it to your friends and family. Or, reuse cards from the previous year to create new ones. Here is a very simple video tutorial. You can also use your imagination like here with green sewing thread to make a Christmas tree.
78. Halloween costumes
Use your old clothes and items to create a terrifying Halloween costume your kids will love!
77. Plastic cutlery
We think they are disposable ... but why not wash them and reuse them? After use, I simply put them in the dishwasher. Then, they will be there at the next picnic.
76. Pencils, markers and markers
If you don't mind using a pencil that is a little short, then contact schools that regularly throw out pencils that are no longer usable by children. Hundreds of pencils are thrown away every year while they can still be used. As for felt-tip pens and markers, children often let them dry without doing anything on purpose. Instead of throwing them away and buying them back, give them a second life with this tip here.
75. Wood wax
If you like to take care of your wooden furniture, you will love this 100% natural wood wax recipe! No chemicals and you can do it yourself. Find out how here.
74. Bubble wrap
Do not buy it on purpose, but collect it in the packages you receive, or from companies that would like to get rid of it.
To discover : Never Throw Bubble Wrap Again! You Could Save A Lot Of Money!
73. Library
Ladders, guitars, gutters, and even bike frames can turn into great book shelves. Here are 28 amazing ideas for making a bookcase.
72. Canned beans
If you like canned beans, but want to avoid the bisphenol-A in the cans, go for dry beans in bulk instead. It's easy to cook in a slow cooker. Check out the trick here.
71. Freezer bags
You don't need to buy freezer bags because there are a lot of easily resealable bags: by buying grated cheese for example. Brand name freezer bags are just a little thicker. Double the bags if necessary before putting food in them.
70. Pots for seedlings
There are many items that can be used to start seedlings. Boxes of eggs, citrus peels, eggshells or plastic pastry boxes are perfect. And for the former, you can even plant them directly in the garden since they are biodegradable. Check out the trick here.
69. Tissues
Make your handkerchiefs from an old T-shirt or unused sheets. It's much more economical and just as hygienic if you machine wash them after use.
68. Coat rack
If you're not too fussy and a little creative, there are plenty of items you can turn into coat racks. Find out how here.
67. Terrariums
To make a pretty terrarium with succulents in it, you can recycle a bunch of objects: glass jar, old aquarium, light bulb or even a glass coffee maker. All you have to do is put soil in it.
66. Bottles of water
Unless you really have to, don't buy plastic water bottles. Provide a small glass gourd in your bag that you can fill as many times as you want with tap water. In France, tap water is of very good quality. Let's take advantage of it!
65. Perfume
Why pay a fortune for a perfume when you can make your own easily with essential oils? It's still better than paying to subsidize perfume ads on TV! Do like me by making your custom perfume by following our recipe here.
64. Gift wrap
There are so many wonderful alternatives to replace traditional gift wrap including newspaper. Check them out here. In addition, it also works for gift bags! Look here.
63. Fly paper
No more fly paper that you buy at the supermarket. Now, I do it myself and without chemicals thanks to this tutorial.
62. Scouring sponge
I no longer want to use an aluminum scouring pad. So I found this solution to replace them while reusing the fillets that contain the citrus fruits. Here is the technique with this tutorial. Also remember to cut your sponges in half to buy less.
61. Butter
I don't know about you, but at home we eat a lot of butter! So I decided to do it myself. Result of the races, I save money and I have fun! Find out how to make yours here.
60. Christmas balls
I love Christmas decorations! But no need to buy decorations made in China for all that. You can do them easily in just 10 min of your time. See how to do it here.
59. Litter for chickens
To make bedding for my chickens, I use cut grass, dried leaves, grass on the roadsides, and - my favorite - free shredded newspaper.
58. Yogurt maker
You haven't found a yogurt maker on second-hand sales sites? Forget the yogurt maker and make your own yogurt in glass jars with a simple pressure cooker. It's easy. Check out the trick here. You can take your yogurt for picnics or in a lunch bag without any problem.
57. Window cleaner
Mix white vinegar and water. It works perfectly well especially with newspaper rather than microfiber cloths or paper towels. Check out the trick here.
56. Laundry
Never buy laundry again while doing your own laundry with this super easy, 100% natural laundry powder recipe.
55. Dishwashing liquid
Here is a homemade dishwashing liquid recipe that will surprise you with its effectiveness and ease. At least you know what's in it and it doesn't hurt your hands. Check out the recipe here.
54. Dressing
Are you used to buying ready-made salad dressings at the supermarket? Not only does it cost a blind, but it's far from 100% natural. Make your own dressing easily by following our 4 dressing recipes.
53. Fire starter
Ultra easy to do with empty toilet paper rolls. And hop, less waste! Find out how to do it here.
To discover : 13 Surprising Uses of Toilet Rolls.
52. Conservation film
No need to buy plastic food packaging anymore. You can now make your own food film. It keeps food perfectly and it is much more economical because it can be reused. Check out the trick here.
51. Tags for gifts
Turn cards from the previous year into gift tags. You can even do it with all the pretty cards you receive in the year. Cut out pretty shapes to make gift tags.
50. Bubble envelopes
We receive a lot of them throughout the year, and I reuse them of course! Cross out the address (or stick a white label) and resend! Economical and easy, right?
49. Christmas decorations
Christmas decorations are however easy to make, especially with recycled materials. So why spend the money on this? Here are 35 Christmas decorating ideas to make yourself without spending a dollar.
48. Multi-purpose cleaner
No need to break the bank with multi-purpose cleaner at the supermarket! Make it yourself with just 3 ingredients. It is ultra effective and 100% natural. Check out the recipe here.
47. Fruit vinegar
With leftover fruit you can make vinegar. Especially with leftover apples or apples that are a little too ripe. I make better apple cider vinegar, red wine vinegar, or blackberry vinegar than I find in the store. Check out the trick here.
46. Potatoes
If you're a gardener, you know this old grandma's trick. When you inadvertently leave a potato or two in your garden, they will grow back the following year. The same goes for arugula which always goes to seed, and is reseeded. No more buying them because in our garden, it grows back on its own. Check out the trick here.
45. Garlic press
Use the blade of a wide knife to crush your garlic cloves. You can also use a simple fork to crush the garlic easily. Or, like the caveman, find a big stone to crush him ;-)
44. Anti-scratch pads for parquet
There are a lot of things that can be used to protect your floors from scratches from furniture legs. The soles of an old thong, for example, do the trick. You can also use pieces of cork stoppers. Discover the trick here in n ° 23.
43. Silica gel
In the packages that we receive at home, there are often plenty of small sachets of silica gel. Do not throw them away for reuse. For example, you can use them in shoe boxes that you store in the cellar. It prevents them from taking moisture. But there are plenty of other amazing uses to be discovered here.
42. Beach toys
To avoid buying beach toys, there are 2 solutions: wait until the end of the season because there are plenty of them washed up on the beach ... You just have to get them back for next year. Or recycle old boxes, cake tins and other containers. It works just as well for making beautiful sandcastles with children!
To discover : 20 Great Beach Tips to Make the Most of the Holidays!
41. Eyeglass cleaner
If like me you have glasses, no need to buy a lens cleaner for your glasses. You can keep your glasses clean for much longer by using this tip here.
40. Stops for doors
A nice pot, a trinket, boots or just a cork stopper work very well as a door stopper.You just need to be a little creative to convert an object into a doorstop. Check out the trick here.
39. Cleaning wipes
No more buying wipes that cost a fortune and are an ecological disaster! Instead, use this recipe here to make your own washable, endlessly reusable wipes.
38. Hair ties
You just have to look on the ground, you will inevitably find elastic bands and other lost scrunchies that you will be able to recover. Then you just have to machine them if they are too dirty.
37. Ziploc bags
Instead of buying back Ziploc bags, consider washing them so you can reuse them just like new.
36. Plastic toys
Find them for free on donation sites like here. Any parent will be happy to give it to you if they no longer need it. You can also make toys yourself out of wood or with recycled objects.
To discover : The Easy Way To Wash And Disinfect Your Children's Toys.
35. Books
Don't buy books, go to your city library and borrow them for free!
To discover : This Adorable Rolling Bookcase Bring Books to Children in Italy.
34. Lighters
Too often, plastic lighters replace matches which are biodegradable. Stop buying lighters and always take matchboxes from bars or restaurants when you go out.
33. Hot water bottle
Instead of buying a plastic microwave hot water bottle, you can easily make it yourself with cloth and rice. Find out how here.
32. Brush for animal hair
No need to buy a specific brush to remove animal hair, just use a washing-up glove. It is much cheaper and just as effective. Check out the trick here.
31. Boxes
Are you going to move and need cardboard boxes to transport your belongings? No need to buy it! We have listed for you the 14 places where you can pick it up for free. Find out where here.
30. Drying balls
Dryer balls are super handy for drying your laundry faster. Instead of buying them, make them easily with this quick and easy tutorial.
29. Perfume Diffuser
Do you like it to smell good at home? Me too ! Especially when I come home from work. I used to spend a fortune on a perfume diffuser. Today I do it myself and it costs a lot less and it's 100% natural. Check out the recipe here.
28. Cloths
Cut old sheets, clothes or towels into rags. Check out the trick here.
27. K2r stain remover
No more need for these expensive chemicals at home, because you can make your own stain remover, with only 4 ingredients. Check out the trick here.
26. Baking powder
No yeast to make your favorite cake? Simply replace it with baking soda. In addition, it is so useful at home that this product alone will be useful for many recipes for household or cosmetic products. Check out the trick here.
25. Destop unblocker
Destop is an aberration because it is very expensive, dangerous for animals and humans. The solution ? Use these 3 super effective tips to unclog your pipes naturally.
24. Ketchup
Why eat ketchup full of questionable things when you can cook it yourself? You'll see, it only takes a few minutes with this quick and easy recipe.
23. Bread
4 ingredients and only 5 minutes to make your own bread, who could say better? Good bread that crisp and which, in addition, keeps very well. Check out the recipe here.
22. Scented candles
I love scented candles, but I no longer buy them. Why ? Because they are expensive and their scent is not natural at all. In addition, they can be made very easily at home using this technique.
21. Dry shampoo
If you don't want to wash your hair every day, use a dry shampoo. But you don't have to buy a ready-made one. Because it is really very easy to do with cornstarch, cocoa powder and 2 drops of essential oils. Check out the trick here.
20. Oasis drink
Do your children love the Oasis? It's true that it's good, but the Oasis gets the worst nutritional score with sugar, additives and colorings. Why not make it yourself with this 100% natural recipe? You will tell us the news!
19. Vicks VapoRub
It is one of the most effective balms for treating colds. Especially to decongest the nose and calm the cough. The concern is that the Vicks VapoRub is sometimes badly supported, especially by children. My advice is to do it yourself with ingredients you can trust.
18. Blush
A natural blush without chemicals in it, you dream of it? Well, you've come to the right place, because you can make a 100% natural blush very easily with this recipe. And that, in just a few minutes!
17. WC gel
Want to have an impeccable toilet? No need to buy a toilet gel like the Harpic! Not only is it not cheap ... it's also stuffed with chemicals and bleach. Especially since you can do it yourself with just 3 ingredients, and it's just as effective.
16. Febreze
When you look at the list of ingredients in Febreze, it chills your spine ... it's anything but natural. And we breathe that all day! That's why I decided to make it myself. It's easy, natural and just as effective. Check out the trick here.
15. Shower gel
Tired of spending your money on chemical-filled shower gels? If you are looking for an easy to make natural moisturizing shower gel recipe, you have come to the right place. You will love this homemade moisturizing shower gel for clean, revitalized skin.
14. Floor cleaner
Are you looking for a homemade product for washing the floor? An effective product, but without substances harmful to your health and that of your children? So I have exactly the recipe for you. It's very simple, it eliminates 95% of bacteria! Check out the recipe here.
13. Fabric softener
Here is a homemade fabric softener with natural ingredients! My laundry is even softer to the touch, and all without leaving a layer of chemicals on my clothes… Check out the trick here.
12. Dishwasher tablets
I finally found an easy way to make dishwasher tablets very easily. And it really works, it's really effective and without harmful products. Check out the trick here.
11. Twix
I don't know about you, but the Twix is one of my favorite candy bars. To be able to make them when I want, the size I want (tiny or downright giant), the best is to have a homemade recipe. Well, this recipe exists, here it is.
10. Chantilly
Looking for a quick and easy whipped cream recipe? I have what you need. Here is the natural recipe that you will not be able to do without with each dessert!
9. Lollipops
Lollipops, everyone loves them. The big ones, like the little ones! It is arguably the most popular confectionery in the world. To get everyone to agree and instead of buying some, here is the recipe here.
8. Pizza dough
If you love pizza, you can make it yourself! The recipe is really easy to make in a matter of minutes. Check out the trick here.
7. Breadcrumbs
Do you need a good homemade breadcrumbs for your meals? If you have any pieces of bread left over from yesterday, you've got what you need. Check out the trick here.
6. Bath pebbles
Do you want to enjoy a hot bath to relax? But, above all, don't spend money on industrial products! I suggest you make your own natural and economical effervescent bath pebbles. Check out the trick here.
5. Tiger balm
No more buying tiger balm when you can do it yourself with only natural ingredients. Here is the simple recipe.
4. Plasticine
Here is a great recipe for making play dough for your children. It's quick and easy to make, check out the recipe.
3. Sponges
No need to buy sponges anymore, because you can grow them at home. And you'll never run out of it again. Check out the trick here.
2. Lipstick
When you see the products that make up lipsticks, it dissuades you from wearing them. Fortunately, you can make your own lipstick with healthy ingredients. Check out the trick here.
1. Laundry
Are you fed up with expensive commercial detergents stuffed with polluting chemicals? Here is an ultra efficient laundry recipe easy to make with horse chestnuts. Plus, it's 100% free. Check out the trick here.
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