Save Like The Amish: 29 Frugal Hacks

In this video, we're diving deep into the incredible world of Amish frugality, sharing with you 29 money-saving hacks that have been passed down through generations.

The Amish community is renowned for their ability to thrive on simplicity and resourcefulness, and these time-tested tips can help anyone save more, spend less, and achieve financial freedom.

In "Save Like The Amish: 29 Frugal Hacks," we'll explore practical strategies for cutting costs without sacrificing quality of life. From smart home maintenance to budget-friendly home cooking, you'll discover a treasure trove of ideas that can be implemented in your daily routine.

Whether you want to reduce debt, build savings, or adopt a more sustainable lifestyle, these Amish-inspired hacks are packed with wisdom and practicality.

Join us on this money-saving journey and let's embrace the Amish way of life for a more prosperous future.

Let's start saving like the Amish! 🌾💰

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[r.s.]

The rest of the quotation: Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without. My grandparents taught me that. Love the hair!!

[gin-ginhauls]

People who have never worked on a farm dont realize how dirty and hard the work is nothing about farming is simple.

[kodomotachi]

No. 30 - don't send the kids to a college you have to borrow for, particularly if they don't really love learning and/or don't really know what they want from their future.

[cherirowden]

The Amish also operate 20 percent of the puppy mills in the United States, primarily in Pennsylvania and Ohio. These dogs are treated like any other livestock and are routinely allowed to freeze to death in their cages during the winter. I used to deeply admire the Amish until I learned about this.

[cynthiamurphy]

I used to be fascinated by the Amish and Mennonite lifestyle here in Ohio. I have a second cousin who married into a Mennonite family, and she's done fine. When I was married, we had a Mennonite family down the road from where I lived in New Carlisle, Ohio. I found out they do have their problems just like the rest of us, otherwise, there'd be no ex-Amish/ex-Mennonite channels, lol. But I get where you're coming from.

[margiesoapyhairbillian]

I went there as a child myself. When i was 21 years old : i read a wonderful book called : "Living More With Less". I took this book out of the library 5 plus times!! It was written by a Mennonite woman. As life turns out!!!! My special needs son is bring served by a Mennonite organization. I HAVE loved being a part of a Mennonite organization. Hugs

[gubbieu]

My parents have lived in Lancaster for many years and when I visit, I notice that the Amish have adjusted their ways somewhat. They have cell phones, a few families will go in on purchasing a car, then share it. They sell at the Central Market and use the cars and cell phones mainly for their business there. They train their children from a young age to work their stall at the Market. It's encouraging to see the kids chipping in.

[andersonomo]

OMG!! Your hair! LOVE IT! I can imagine it was a big decision, but it was a good one - you look lovely, it's cute and perky.

[jeanfitzsimmons]

I buy both flour and oatmeal in bulk, a year’s supply at a time. I make bread, pastry and quick breads, and because of a heart issue use Oatmeal in most things i make, from bread to low cholesterol cookies. I keep the flour and oatmeal in food grade buckets, and have applied screw type lids for them. It takes two buckets and a 10# canister for the flour, but the oatmeal fits in two buckets. I also have one closet i use for a pantry (this is a two bedroom apartment, with no garage, no storage and no basement, in a small town.) also mend clothes and try to buy with a good cotton content so that clothes last longer, can be mended, and when beyond mending can be used as rags, great subs for paper towels, old socks fit on a Swiffer, and are washable. I buy large roasts on sale and cut them into two or three chunks that i make into pot roasts or soups to freeze. I have been buying good quality pre roasted chickens and freeze the breasts ( which i dislike) and scraps, for soup, consuming the thigh and leg portions for special meals. I do keep my panty well supplied with foods bulk purchased for longer storage, including powdered eggs which are very handy between grocery trips for perishable items like milk, fresh vegetables and fresh fruit. I use food delivery service about every 6 to 8 weeks.
My water and heat are paid, and because of climate change, i do use AC when the temps are in the high 80’s and 90’s, though this building is cement block and easy to keep cool because the nights are generally cool where i live in the midwest. I do keep the heat low in the winter because i prefer to dress for the season, and am not overly fond of excess heat. The second bedroom is a multi purpose room with bed, sewing area, and computer, as well as having a closet i use for seasonal storage. I sew, crochet and sometimes embroider ( mostly fancy patching or embellishing boring, old, or repurposed clothing.)
Normally, i keep an extensive porch garden for vegetables, and in winter do a lot of sprouting for fresh greens.
I do ok, but always fear the dreaded lease which may, or may not (like this year) contain a rise in rent. This year, no raise, but i will hire driveway snow removal or perhaps more economically store my car for the winter, and sign up for Senior Center transportation. I can’t have pets here, so i am proxy parent to various family pets when i visit them. I do have internet only, but that serves iPad communication and some streaming entertainment. I’m frugal, and there is a small savings. I go out with friends occasionally, visit my children a couple trips per year, and my son stays here a few times a month when he needs to be at his office down here. I chose to be content, though we live in a rather un stable world. Right now, i’m good. Tomorrow? It will be what it is.

[joannerandolph]

We live by Amish country in Ohio. I used to work with some of them and learned a lot about their lifestyle. I've always been fascinated by the Amish. I love how they come together during crisis too.

[stevehartman]

I am Amish it takes a lot of work to make a farm look like that and its much more romantic looking in at them than it is to be Amish looking out.

[acraftersstory]

Trading (bartering) didn't occur to me. That's brilliant. I like to make my own gifts and always make my own gift tags and greeting cards.

[wandacarr]

Mending socks is easy and worth it. My grandma put an orange inside the sock when mending it. Both my parents and their siblings were born at home. Blessed that no babies died.

[charlettenitzsche]

Love the new hairdo! We have some Amish in our area as well, and I had them construct a cabin addition to my 1890s farmhouse. The workmanship was great. We have both a bulk and an outlet store run by the Amish. Fun to visit and great bargains.

[julieemig]

I live near the Amish. They don’t always treat their animals well.. They do manage their money well.

[lauribennett]

Oh my goodness you cut your hair.!! That is so cute. Great videos by the way, lots of great tips.

[amykell]

I was raised around the Amish and spent A LOT of time with them, especially one extended family. Ironically, my boss is a member from that family. I am an administrative assistant for his pallet brokerage company. One of his aunts babysat my brother and I one summer. I was raised around the pallet manufacturing mostly due to his grandfather and uncles since my dad and several uncles worked with them. Wonderful memories!

[jenniferkohler]

I am from Lancaster County. The new order Amish and Mennonite are more likely to have a car. Old order are strictly horse and buggy. On the topic of mason jars, use the ones that your food already comes in instead of buying new. Amish and Mennonites do a lot of Goodwill shopping for things so thrift stores are money saving for sure! The library is a money saver. Cool video. Love hearing about Amish even though I already live among them!

[MargaretShephard]

Hello love the hair. Love the videos Thank you x .I am 75 . I am lifelong minimalist and always on the look out for tips to make life simpler.

[hollytaylor]

the Amish like Aldi to shop as well.Their vegetable gardens are beautiful!They have so nuch knowledge on how to survive and thrive.