I have a story for you when we went to Cuba couple years ago a friend said to take some extra things with us to help tip the locals he said things like pens and paper, tooth brushes and tooth paste, Wrenches, screwdriver kits, things that we would normally not really think to much about, so we purchased a few items from the dollar store, when we were down there we met this really great guy. He was kind of showing us around, and besides given him some extra cash for all the amazing hidden gems to see, we tipped him with a screwdriver kit and tooth last and brush’s for his five children and cash He actually started crying when we gave this gift, we were quite baffled by it then we realized when he told us that he had a fan in his house and how it was a thing that was very needed on very hot days, for we have air conditioners and do take these things for granted, and he didn’t have anything to fix it with and his family was suffering from the smouldering heat, and a simple thing as a screwdriver made his life so much easier and it really showed us we are blessed and take advantage of what we have in our own country and maybe in the future. A hard lesson to make you really think.
@joankelley3772
Жыл бұрын
the stuff we take for granite every day! they would be so happy to have that rusty screwdriver we throw away.
@katrinkaperkins1852
Жыл бұрын
Love this.
@dplck8872
Жыл бұрын
Liberals about to find out, were gonna have it way worst Because.its the design by the government to kill and divide and dismantle and separate every family and person... key word "equally" liberals know this word? Yea you wNt treated equal and racist democrats said they'll treat you equal. That's what they mean kill us all equal if you don't want to work 20 hours a day and can't run away no medicine no energy drinks nothing at all if you can't be a man you will get killed. The .01% ain't got no room for lbgtq any races anything but the tyrant leaders that will kill us all
@chickenfeet9558
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful!
@Bullybugger
Жыл бұрын
I’m 62 year old disabled lady that lives alone. I have tools, power tools and buckets of extra supplies. I can plumb a sink!
@cliffmintzer4110
Жыл бұрын
Will be praying for you .
@NoMoreTears64
Жыл бұрын
I dont need all of that. I'm 63 and live in an apartment
@southsidecarly7427
Жыл бұрын
Great job!👍
@brookescott9598
Жыл бұрын
Girl! So proud of you! Can you feel me giving you a couple pat pats on your back! 😍
@obbiebeal3060
Жыл бұрын
👍👍👍👍
@deborahc.9869
Жыл бұрын
My Mom never called it "Hoarding", she called it stocking up for a rainy day.
@binathere2574
Жыл бұрын
Yeah stockpiling.
@mariayates3027
Жыл бұрын
I am in SW Florida, when hurricane Ian came through we had no power for days. I was prepared with extra food, batteries, etc. I cannot believe how many people came to me for stuff. Now I don't mind helping, but when I ran out of batteries, a couole of people became annoyed with me. I put a sign on my door that read. " You all knew it was coming, and yet you didn't prepare".
@yellownightjar
Жыл бұрын
Amen
@Fanta....
Жыл бұрын
@istillbetalkin Next time tell them to piss off.
@k8barkley
Жыл бұрын
I ve experienced the same thing n like your sign idea. What annoys me most is that people think that what you have thats extra is expected to be free like you got it free.
@moxiemama
Жыл бұрын
@@k8barkley it’s the old story of the Ant & The Grasshopper.
@ellet4103
Жыл бұрын
My sister went through Ian; I feel it changed her. She couldn't get out in time, thanks to the screwy weather forecasting. She will be even better prepared next time, I'm guessing.
@realfreshfood4575
Жыл бұрын
I took up welding 4 years ago, because you never know when you'll need it. Fast forward almost 5 years later, many tools, welding rods and rolls of wire, I can fix just about anything I need to. For a 56 yr. old woman, I think that's a pretty good skill to barter with.
@jonjacobjingleheimerschmid3798
Жыл бұрын
Good on you! As a man it is just common skills.. And like common sense.... It's not so common...
@realfreshfood4575
Жыл бұрын
@@jonjacobjingleheimerschmid3798 Thank you! And no, common sense is not common at all now! 😂 Also, why did I just sing the song that your screen name comes from?😂
@jonjacobjingleheimerschmid3798
Жыл бұрын
@@realfreshfood4575 eeh It's a common name.....?
@obbiebeal3060
Жыл бұрын
👍👍👍👍 10,000 Times.
@Bullybugger
Жыл бұрын
Yes! You go girl. I’m the same!
@longdogt6724
Жыл бұрын
My Poppop had a wife and children during the Great Depression. I remember he saved everything in his “shop,” which was a converted garage in the back yard. He even pulled nails from boards and hammered them straight. If you asked for just about any hardware, it was in that shop! We need to take up that habit again.
@Fanta....
Жыл бұрын
I have a mate that loves smoking crystal meth and hoarding stuff that people throw away on verge collections. His house is my hardware store lol.
@anonymousone2843
Жыл бұрын
My grandmother was born in 1912, so when the depression came around she was a young woman. She would use her aluminum foil very carefully. Only scrunched the sides, measured it just so etc. She would cut off the ends after she used it to save the bulk after each use. Only discarded the crunched up pieces that went around the rim of the dishes. My grandfather, who was also a young man when the depression came, used to carefully open birthday and Christmas presents, trim off torn areas to use the paper again later. He would measure precisely when he wrapped gifts so there was absolutely zero waste. They hated to use paper towels because a dishrag could be used, rinsed and used for decades for literally a penny in water and dishsoap to clean it! Little soap slivers were saved in an old butter dish and when there were enough slivers they would make them a little wet and squeeze them together to make a "new bar". This all sounds foolish to most Americans these days, but for them it was how they had to live or go without. Many are in for a rude awakening in the years to come. God Bless 🥰
@sharonbateman3974
Жыл бұрын
Yes we surely do,agreed 100 percent
@elsie5642
Жыл бұрын
@@anonymousone2843 yep ❤
@janb6065
Жыл бұрын
Except when you live with someone that will not let you 😪
@WindyGardener
Жыл бұрын
Do not forget sewing notions~ thread, needles, safety pins, scissors, stick pins, threader, buttons, zippers, snaps. All the things to repair or even remake.
@sherrylyon5530
Жыл бұрын
I already have enough in my sewing room to open up my own store. Lol.
@elizadawne3896
Жыл бұрын
@@sherrylyon5530 same here. My husband says I have enough to last more than one lifetime
@nancyivey8966
Жыл бұрын
Where We Roam Is Home, KZitem. Don't forget knitting needles and crochet hooks. You can always cut up old clothes and knit or hook rugs or clothes.
@lizf506
Жыл бұрын
Yes, I've been thinking about this too. I don't have as much as I used to but I'm slowly starting to collect these things again. So important! I would add to your excellent list elastic. Sometimes I save those little elastic pieces with the buttons and button holes out of kids pants as they seem very handy!
@NewEnglandgardening
Жыл бұрын
I was going to leave a comment on this but saw you addressed it. I'm not a prepper but watch a lot of homesteading videos and prepper videos and noticed that no one every talks about clothing. If there is an apocalypse you are not going to be able to just order some clothes off of Amazon. What about patching you jeans or cloths. I have a bunch of old levi jeans and was thinking about getting rid of them but then thought I should put them to use. My mother had great skills knitting and sewing but I don't really have any skill with that.
@dianegrindheim1578
Жыл бұрын
Super glue. It was invented in WWII to replace stitches. It is illegal in the USA to use instead of stitches but legal in Canada. When you get a cut, it doesn't matter if it's bloody etc. Put super glue on it and it seals right up.
@bigbob16
Жыл бұрын
Years ago I used to purchase small bottles of something called New Skin... I'm pretty sure it was basically Super glue... It worked the exact same way
@sharonbateman3974
Жыл бұрын
If you can't get that you can get skin bandaid at store....stockpile on it,vaseline,neosporin,Vaseline,, etc...
@sandracollins4225
Жыл бұрын
I've done this
@TheWynch
Жыл бұрын
We used it in the ER for suturing mild wounds. It is not illegal as long as you get the sterile brand, Nu Skin.
@brookescott9598
Жыл бұрын
ER in US does stock super glue and use for " stitching" where appropriate. Buy your Superglue tubes in first aid kits but buy THE TINY TUBES . FAR LESS WASTE.
Thank you and blessings to you and your loved ones!
@juicejuice11550
Жыл бұрын
You forgot Ammunition!
@ladydhayney3700
Жыл бұрын
Beans to grow sprouts.
@elizajayne2757
Жыл бұрын
I'm doing good. I've been preparing for years. When "the virus" landed me in critical care I was ordered on bed rest when I got discharged. I used my preps for everything I needed. No stores needed and couldn't go if I needed to anyway for a couple of months. People prep for many reasons, but I never dreamed I'd be using them for a major illness for 2 months!
@joankelley3772
Жыл бұрын
And there ya go folks! The reason we prep wrapped up in one simple statement. Can I get an AMEN! Praying that you have a full recovery. Thanking God you now have natural immunity!
@denisfrancine3221
Жыл бұрын
As an 80 year old person, I have ALL of these things hoarded. Don't forget the candles and matches. Stovewood is a definete MUST HAVE!
@henryottis295
Жыл бұрын
And kerosene lamps.
@yellownightjar
Жыл бұрын
Prayers & blessings
@blackmason4373
Жыл бұрын
How about a few solar motion sensors, you can use them in the house.never have to worry about batteries or the candles going down.
@toniafolven
Жыл бұрын
Bless your heart. Thanks for sharing with me. Makes me think of my grandma.
@lynntenney4851
Жыл бұрын
good for you
@sharonsopczynski1192
Жыл бұрын
When I grew up my grandparents would say Put your staples up. Then my mom was called a pack rat putting stables away. My generation was either a horder or OCD AND now prepping sounds like the new word which sounds great to me. I was very blessed growing up on a farm with my grandparents I was also raised with great , great and great great Aunts, Uncles great grandparents I learned a lot for those times. And always learning something new these days for gardening, canning and dehydrating . I’m the only one left and none of my children are interested in prepping. Hopefully that changes thanks for posting God bless everyone
@watchandpray8918
Жыл бұрын
What kind of stables are you speaking of?
@sharonsopczynski1192
Жыл бұрын
@@watchandpray8918 my grandma always said flour, sugar, beans, powdered milk macaroni, salt is what I remember
@craigmahan5185
Жыл бұрын
So Miss Sharon... ma'am are you single?
@commonsence8223
Жыл бұрын
The word you meant is "staples" the common items of flour, eggs, milk, bread, sugar, etc.
@watchandpray8918
Жыл бұрын
@@commonsence8223 aahhh...thanks. 😊
@grandmabear9069
Жыл бұрын
Coffee filters are also great for draining grease off fried potatoes, bacon, sausage . . . as well as cleaning windows/glass!
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
Hello Grandma,, Can I ask you a question?
@BarstoolProphet
Жыл бұрын
I was born a thrifter, yard saler, auction goer, basically a hoarder,lol. It got worse when we opened a thrift store,lol. Some other good cheap handy items I would add... Bulk lighters, mechanics wire, duct tape, electrical tape, various sizes of rope/twine, cookware that can be used on open fire situation.... All of which I've gotten from yard sales and auctions. Enjoying the videos... cheers 🍺
@bluewaters3100
Жыл бұрын
Bic disposable lighters have been hard to find. People are hoarding them. I bought some long matches.
@janejdough2230
Жыл бұрын
Garage sales are such a good source. At the end of the school year you would be shocked at the amount of school supplies the students toss in the garbage, I collect buckets full of crayons, pens, pencils erasers and the like. That is my "emergency supply" for the next year.
@bethhayes8427
Жыл бұрын
No I would not be surprised lol. I was a school custodian and every year after school was out I cleaned lockers in the high and middle schools. I filled up several of our large trash cans on wheels with mostly new school supplies the kids left in lockers. Then I distributed to teachers rooms. They often had to buy paper, pens and other supplies. I knew most of my teachers well and could custom care packages to their needs. In the middle school they had a supply closet for teacher supplies and I would put all that I found in the middle school there.
@Fanta....
Жыл бұрын
@@bethhayes8427 legend.
@constancefaulkner1351
Жыл бұрын
When my kids were in school, I would always hit the real sales for supplies to hopefully last the whole year. I always did. By the time the next year rolled around, I had forgotten where the previous years stash was. When my youngest went off to college, I found all of those supplies. We took all of it up to the elementary school my kids had gone to. They were so happy to receive it.
@bernicebaker2596
Жыл бұрын
Goodwill's too..lots of old school items..get a radio that takes batteries...
@janejdough2230
Жыл бұрын
@@bernicebaker2596 great idea
@cavymomma
Жыл бұрын
I have LOTS of coffee filters! Perfect for lining plastic plant pots when I'm stepping up seedlings; helps hold the root ball together when it's time to transplant to the garden too. I save downed limbs for 'hugelkulture' filling raised beds, and have a wood chipper for the smaller branches to make my own wood chips. Anytime something breaks beyond repair - whether a wall clock, box fan, whatever, I strip it down for screws, bolts, etc. Save plastic fan screens for temporary fencing, will probably start saving the cords for emergency tie-downs. (And yes, I have crayons .. well .. colored pencils really ... for my grown-up coloring books LOL). I reckon there's a fine line between crazy-person hoarding and practical prepping/recycling. :-)
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
Hello Sandra Can I ask you a question?
@witchhunt5781
Жыл бұрын
I run across people who do not understand that your feet are really important. You have to buy high end quality shoes/boots. They last longer & keep your feet more comfortable so that when you're older you don't have feet problems & that you can walk. I am retired military. And they would give me the most cheapest boots available. I intentionally would buy my own military boots specifically for snow & ice (safety) & the insides are soft like slippers. I lived in them. Retired military & federal always in my uniform. At 63 I am still working and plan to until I no longer can. Your feet have to be protected at all times.
@PaEMT_FF9
Жыл бұрын
A couple tractor trailer steel rims. Can usually pick them up dirt cheap, or free, at a truckstop. Fire rings that will last you many years. Mine is approximately 18 years old and still functions just fine. Grill grate for on top of it. Cooking over a wood fire is a favorite of mine.
@roguegypsy7827
Жыл бұрын
I have an old washing machine barrel for a fire pit
@Fanta....
Жыл бұрын
When i was a courier I did a pickup from a company that had a bunch of rims for mining vehicles. Managed to snag some super thick rims for free that will outlive me, the stuff is out there, and you don't need to buy chinese made garbage that won't last one season. repurpose other things to save money.
@tacticalmattfoley
Жыл бұрын
Foxfire is a fantastic book series if you're looking for something about pioneering/homesteading. It describes in detail how the people of Appalachia survived off the land and includes everything from log cabin building to making moonshine--that's just volume 1.
@lisabibby6274
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the information, it's much appreciated.
@jeremygarbisch5194
Жыл бұрын
Tear mender, is great for fixing work clothes.
@swaters5127
Жыл бұрын
I have book 2. Remember, he was a pedo.
@tacticalmattfoley
Жыл бұрын
@@swaters5127 If I need to teach myself how to churn butter or build a log cabin, I'm not going to worry about the writer. I just want the info to be correct.
@susancook1448
Жыл бұрын
My goodness -remember when people went blind from moonshine? Doesn’t seem like a diy project for most ppl
@vstapleton1921
Жыл бұрын
I remember back in the 70's in South Carolina there were some popular books called the Foxfire series that taught basic survival/homestead skills. Great books
@TerriJ.316
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for more valuable info! I'm 59 and solo apt. living with my ESA. I had a BOB, but I'm no longer able to drive. Started prepping seriously (for bug in) when I found The Mac's on KZitem last year. I've started picking up kindling while walking my dog as apt. is total electric w/o fireplace. I have a tabletop grill that I'd use for cooking. I save paper grocery bags and boxes that come in the mail. *I'll also start picking up free newspapers when I see them. Barely make it check-to-check with SSD as only income so I try to buy something to add every month. I truly appreciate all the videos you take the time to make to help everyone. May God bless and keep you & your family.
@kellysouter4381
Жыл бұрын
Bless you too, good luck with it.
@user-mm6xi3er5u
Жыл бұрын
Great advice. I keep all scrape pex , pvc, nails, screws, nail guards, lumber, block whatever off the homes I managed. Subcontractors throw away thousands of dollars a year, my gain.
@maryschrier651
Жыл бұрын
When something breaks--like a canopy-- deconstruct it and save the nuts, screws, bolts, washers, metal rods and the waterproof material from the top. I used a screw to fix my brake bleeder, replaced a missing washer, covered my pulled onions, so they could dry properly, covered the fire pit to keep a prepped fire dry, and the metal rods to brace the boards and logs around my raised beds. And one of my raised beds is framed by our old water bed sides.
@rachaelm.9516
Жыл бұрын
My husband hoards screws, nuts, bolts etc and anything to “ fix” stuff. I will no longer give him a hard time about it
@darlenecarter7859
Жыл бұрын
We use our ash from wood stove, we fill up all the holes in our yard where our 1 yr old big dog digs holes everywhere...lol
@jameschristopherson654
Жыл бұрын
For dry hands and skin I use bag balm. Sometimes I put a green pea size daub of bag balm in my palm and a bit of skin moisturizer. Mix and rub it in. Also put a thin film on a healing cut where new skin is tender. The stuff in the green can at the feed store.
@tott3457
Жыл бұрын
I finally convinced my hubby to buy two pairs of laced up boots! Especially since the brand he usually buys was No where to be found! 1 is non 2 is 1 …. Great list of items to have !!!
@dianegunion7794
Жыл бұрын
For those of you living 'down south' when some of our northern weather heads your way- leave your faucets drip. If the water is flowing slightly it helps prevent pipes from freezing up. Take it from one who's learned the hard way!
@sherrylyon5530
Жыл бұрын
Me to. Lol
@jessegrider5301
Жыл бұрын
We've been doing that for years, some years it gets to almost zero here in Texas
@kibblenbits
Жыл бұрын
Better yet, if it's going to get even close to freezing, and you have little to no heat, have stored water on hand. If you're on city water, turn it off at the meter and leave all the taps wide open. If the weather gets cold enough, water can still freeze in pipes and burst, even with the water dripping, I've seen it happen. If you're on a well, turn it off at the breaker (even if the electric is already out) and leave all taps wide open (don't turn it back on until your electric comes on and your home is warm). I'm in rural Northern Michigan (born and bred here), in my 70's, have lived with both city and well water, and have never had frozen or burst pipes.
@geniajacobs789
Жыл бұрын
And i also open the cabinet door so the heat will keep the heat going in
@Swearengen1980
Жыл бұрын
@@jessegrider5301 We do it down in Florida, always have (if you're on a well). This isn't some big secret. It's basic common knowledge for virtually everyone who isn't Gen Z or maybe lower Millennials. The other comment about turning off city water if it gets close to freezing is a bit extreme. "Close" to freezing isn't harming anything and your city infrastructure would have to be very, very old for that to be a real concern. It's always funny when yanks act like it never gets cold down south. It was just 25 on Christmas in Florida. It doesn't stick around long in parts of the South, but it gets cold. And our cold can be worse than some areas for the same reason our heat is so much worse: Humidity. 55 in Florida is colder than 30 at my parents cabin in the Appalachians.
@TheLadybiker
Жыл бұрын
You can save your used coffee grounds to put in your potting soil
@bigbob16
Жыл бұрын
Yes I use them all the time and also egg shells... Both very beneficial to the garden
@ladydhayney3700
Жыл бұрын
Add banana peels that have been oven dried and ground up in blender etc. To the coffee grounds and egg shells that have been washed and dried in the oven.
@pamlawrence3406
Жыл бұрын
I use all of those in my worm bin Over winter them in a tub in the basement. Start them fresh every spring with a couple of blocks of coconut coir. Have tons of worms now in my garden . I used to find one in every couple of shovels.
@brookescott9598
Жыл бұрын
Grounds sprinkled around planters at base plus, on top of soil in container helps keep slugs away.
@phild8095
Жыл бұрын
1, Health get it better 2 relationships, don't burn bridges 3, tools, keep them in good condition 4, supplies, keep them free of rodents, insects, rust and rot.
@teresaweathers6389
Жыл бұрын
I pick up tools at yard sales. I also buy nuts and bolts and washers there also. My Dad taught me that a very long time ago. I'm going to be 60 years old in February, and he taught all his kids that. And how to fix things from wiring, plumbing, to fixing cars, trucks, and tractors. I taught my children that too. My children know how to make a garden, change oil in a car, and things my Dad taught me. Hunt, fish, and camping out. And I am making sure that my grandson knows all this also. I worked as a mechanic for a shop for over 3 years. I pulpwood, operated a skitter, and a loader for about 4 years. So I guess to sum it all up, I am true country girl. My Dad had a son, and 2 girls. But in his mind, he had 3 boys. Lol! God bless you and thank you for sharing all this information with us.
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
Hello Teresa, Can I ask you a question?
@elizajayne2757
Жыл бұрын
Buying a cheap Kindle and storing every medicinal, herb, prepping, gardening, vet care, how-to books, recipe books, and then storing it in a Faraday cage is a good way to carry hundreds of books in a small "package". There's no other way to carry my library in a bug out situation.
@toniafolven
Жыл бұрын
What a great "minimalist" idea for "hoarding"! Get this, I found a bag with a tablet inside. I took it to my daughter and she fixed it so that I can use it . Can I store books on it and if so, would you mind sending me a list/link of your book selection? please.
@moxiemama
Жыл бұрын
Can you use an old microwave as a faraday cage? I have a 9 year old one that just broke and was thinking about it.
@ms.nikkicole
Жыл бұрын
But if power goes down, how would you charge it?
@gaildrake1208
Жыл бұрын
What awesome information! Never thought of crayons as candles or all that I can use ash for! My husband and I are in our mid-late sixties... just last year started prepping. It can be overwhelming. Now, we are looking for a efficient wood (maybe even cook) stove... not sure what type. Knowing now that we can utilize the potash will help with our gardening! Thank you so much for the valuable information to help us and so many people! You are a blessing! 🙏🇺🇸
@watchandpray8918
Жыл бұрын
Ash can be used medicinally. White ash if you're constipated will loosen you up. If you have diarrhea use the black charcoal. This is the old saying: White ➡️ tight Black ➡️ slack.
@gaildrake1208
Жыл бұрын
@WatchAndPlay Great info! Thank you!
@loriturcotte1007
Жыл бұрын
Use chapstick as a candle. Cut piece of q-tip and insert into lip balm.
@watchandpray8918
Жыл бұрын
@@loriturcotte1007 you could do this but I think it will burn quickly because it's really soft wax.
@jeanieclaghorn3573
Жыл бұрын
I had firewood in my back yard. Someone stole it,
@tiptopgirl4124
Жыл бұрын
Think. Homemade bread. When off grid, you’re gonna need a manual/chronometer KITCHEN TIMER for baking. A few vintage brands to search for….MIRRO, LUX, FARBERWARE, WESTCLOX, PRESTO. Good luck!! Another thought….Your WRIST WATCH when batteries are gone…. Citizen makes both motion activated and light/solar powered wrist watches. Lastly, when nutrition is lacking, one of the first things to fail is your eyesight. EYEGLASSES. You lose them. They break. DOLLAR TREE. All strengths. Much appreciated barter item.
@chrisniner8772
Жыл бұрын
I went off grid in 1997. Solar and wind run everything. I have pretty much every tool I could ever need from building everything on site. I keep a few years of supplies for each vehicle too.
@jeffday2574
Жыл бұрын
Got any power tools to clear out lol
@chrisniner8772
Жыл бұрын
@@jeffday2574 is that a statement or a question?
@jeffday2574
Жыл бұрын
@@chrisniner8772 just being a wiseass lol solar and wind takes you out of power tools by the most part. I have a friend up here trying to live with solar and he is crapped out again 2nd time in a month with a smoked inverter.
@chrisniner8772
Жыл бұрын
@@jeffday2574 I have been using the trace inverter for running everything from an electric razor to my 40 gallon air compressor. I have a cement mixer and most every other tool that cuts or drills. I also have a deep freeze and a fridge/ freezer.... vacuum cleaner, etc. Don't tell me how it don't work. Ask me how it does work. I used to go out and try to fix messes like your friends. It was like swimming up Niagara falls. There are a lot of knuckleheads out there.
@jeffday2574
Жыл бұрын
@@chrisniner8772 I'm working on a reciprocal genset to run off h2 I am doing a different type of h2 generation that is looking promising. I worked in power plants alot now I'm retired and trying to replace the feed I have
@pinschrunner
Жыл бұрын
If some type A preppers would organize my stuff, our home would look less like a hoarder house 😂. @The Mac's
@susanmcarthur9135
Жыл бұрын
I have a tool box that contains so many things l need to take care of things that need work done around my home and outside. I gave my sister one for her birthday year before last.I also have several books l have on hand that have taught me repair work and from laundry to Canning info because l hoard jars because l do Canning. And yard work is important to me because l grow tomatoes and have a fig tree and coffee filters and newspapers are my go to.lm so glad l found this channel. I truly have learned so many very useful things from you . I feel a little wiser because l listen to you.Thank you so much.Being more prepared because we don't know what our future will hold. Thanks for sharing.l'm learning to be more self sufficient from these clips.
@nicholsceramiccoating8284
Жыл бұрын
Smearing Vaseline over a cotton ball is one of the best fire starters, lasts over 5minutes
@juliabrown5948
Жыл бұрын
Whenever we finally finish a container of Vaseline I leave the dregs and then fill it with cotton balls. Great practically free fire starter!
@bigbob16
Жыл бұрын
Bonus... They can be lit with just a ferro rod...save those matches
@Fanta....
Жыл бұрын
@@bigbob16 save that ferro rod, just use a lighter.
@ostrobogulous1
Жыл бұрын
@@Fanta.... Even if the lighter is empty [of lighter fluid] rolling the striking mechanism can still make a spark that will ignite a Vaseline coated cotton ball or other fine tinder material.
@lourdespaz7890
Жыл бұрын
So true😁
@robertfarrow5853
Жыл бұрын
Crotchet and knit. I learnt to make rag rugs, old-time sacks, but old manmade fibre cloth works. You can unpick old clothes,wash yarn, knit it new. Make soap,easy and good for skin
@darlenecarter7859
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for keeping us updated 🤠🙂😊
@sectureverothoughtcriminal7734
Жыл бұрын
I have a lot of little things about, jars of random screws, sorted by type, nuts, bolts by size and thread... They have saved the day more than I can count. Little scraps of wood and saw dust. Sometimes I use old news papers to make piñata's, paper mache masks for my children...now grandchildren...cheap easy and they love them more than store bought items. Best one was a "Bob the Builder" hard hat piñata for a nephew...damn thing was almost unbreakable!
@snakebyte7271
Жыл бұрын
Great advice, To be honest if something is not repairable , I always save the nuts /bolts & washers.
@ericakrueger8438
Жыл бұрын
If a garment is beyond repair I take the buttons and zippers off before putting it in the donate pile. Clothes not wearable most if the time will be turned into recycled fabrics. Charities get more money from recycling than selling donated clothes.
@jeremygarbisch5194
Жыл бұрын
Tear mender is great for fixing work clothes.. without sewing.
@robertfarrow5853
Жыл бұрын
Goose grease. Render and strain it. Books on how to.
@marykuhn7510
Жыл бұрын
I had a biopsy on my neck . The Dr. got it all and the only thing he put on it was vaseline. He gave me some in little pkgs> to use. That is all I used and you can't find the place where it was removed. MK
@genieking6191
Жыл бұрын
Coffee filters are great for seed saving. Easy to peel the seeds off
@clarkcrawford7744
Жыл бұрын
I just watched this video and loved it, I have everything on that list of 10 things but one and it was color crayons, and I may have a few but I'm going out to get more tomorrow thanks, I'm not a prepper never will be, but I was taught this from my Mother because she came from the 1930s, even though my mother's family had money, she always told us to have except, most people only buy for a week or two, well when the toilet paper scarcity, I went to both my neighbors and told them if they needed any I could help, they laugh and said they were fine. It's not hard to have except all we have to do is buy 3 or 6 months ahead like you are out now.
@judithhopper1368
Жыл бұрын
Hi! I'm a new subscriber. I enjoyed your messages and prepped tips. I'm a 70 yr old grandmother in NC. I'm not sure where you live but your place is beautiful. I live in an apt but love the countryside. Its the best way to bring up your kids. I'll continue to watch your channel. Stay well and safe and may God bless you and your family.
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
Hello, Can I ask you a question?
@shirleyamyx5594
Жыл бұрын
Some of my first memories was as a child helping to cut buttons and zippers and snaps. Out of old clothes and then cutting into strips the fabric we would brain the fabric and roll into ball to later make rugs.
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
Hello Shirley, Can I ask you a question?
@joanlaufnick9135
Жыл бұрын
I still do that.
@stevelee4240
Жыл бұрын
Thank you macs love your channel. A friend of mine has solar panels and batteries in the winter it doesn't produce all electricity he needs so he tops off.his batteries with a generator. Every time i do a home project I buy a little extra hardware and store it away
@juliahanson5482
Жыл бұрын
My mother used ash to make lye for soaps and cleaners. Dad put it around tomatoes because it is for acidic foods.
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
Hello Julia,Can I ask you a question?
@amydavidson6315
Жыл бұрын
Excellent ideas. Having nails, screws, of all sizes.. hadn't thought of having tiny sized screws and nails. Thank you!
@glennitaharrison5330
Жыл бұрын
I save not only newspapers but paper sacks, all cardboard, grocery/ cereal boxes, etc, also “dryer lint” for fire a starter, T.P. Rolls, What about all paper We shred at home!?
@brookescott9598
Жыл бұрын
As end of Elementary school year approaches, touch base with teachers to ask them to give you used crayons they are throwing away, when cleaning out classroom readying it for summer school or fall. Rescued crayons for candle colorings, melting small pieces side by side or in a small mound or inside metal cookie cutter mold to make multicolor crayons for family and friends or, as you say, mini candles. Ask away! Happy preparedness! Oh! I go to thrift stores for WHITE ALL COTTON SHEETS. I wash them. Then rip into strips of various widths. Next, roll them up like a roll of duct tape and then store in plastic ziplock. or plastic covered container. These I store with first aid supplies. Think Civil War/WW1 and WW2 with nurses rolled up clean bandages!.
@pennykling1999
Жыл бұрын
Add a boot jack-helps to remove shoes without doing the circus balance act
@joankelley3772
Жыл бұрын
The stuff we take for granted everyday. I keep pill bottles, they're usually air tight and you can store things you want to keep dry or herbs/spices.
@DaMartyr
Жыл бұрын
The items from the list we're already hoarding builds confidence we're doing something right, the others are great suggestions where we can step up our game.
@NewYorkJennifer
Жыл бұрын
For Vaseline, remember that coconut oil works great for that,too. Or, think diaper rash salves. I grew up with my mother using A&D ointment for anything rash/sore/skin related. Put that on a sore, slap a band-aid in it and you are good to go. Along with shoes/boots/socks, remember gloves. Vinyl for really messy work or medical uses, and ones you might use in the garden that are lightweight. Also, heavy duty ones for cold weather or for working barbed wire fencing in the spring. Remember that in a shtf situation, what are minor infections today could kill you if they can't be treated properly. Best to avoid them if you can and keeping your hands protected is important. BTW, consider getting a tetanus booster if it has been awhile. They are good for ten years, if I remember correctly.
@04DynaGlyde
Жыл бұрын
I just ordered two A&D ointment jars the other day. You can use it for pets and live stock as well. Put it on dogs ears, paws, chicken comb and wattles to protect fron frost bite.
@brookescott9598
Жыл бұрын
Tetanus Booster? Excellent advise! Thank you!🥰
@brookescott9598
Жыл бұрын
Don't forget BAG BALM. GREEN SQUARE TIN. Our Dr. told us to always keep some in house. OH! Pedialyte too! At 70, I have been to ER twice in last 2 months. Different reasons. Yet, both caused dehydration. Staff said to ALWAYS KEEP some on hand. I was told it is as good as the plain IV. I found Berry to taste much better than orange. And I am not a huge fan of mixed berry drinks. But it was good. At least, I didn't gag!🤮
@lyndarina9839
Жыл бұрын
Excellent comments NewYorkJennifer. And thanks for the reminder about the tetanus booster.
@chrispavlich9656
Жыл бұрын
If you are on Medicare, all of your shots are now cost free. Your Tetanus, Pneumococcal, Shingrix, Hepatitis, etc.
@shayg9802
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all you share,God bless you and your family
@gardengrowinmawmaw8642
Жыл бұрын
Great info!! I have found sites that will let you download books for free. I mean, any kind of book. I downloaded what I wanted and printed them out to have in my hand. Cardboard is another good thing to hoard. I also hoard all the glass jars (no matter what kind) I can get my hands on.
@Swearengen1980
Жыл бұрын
Not going to share any of those sites?
@anonymousone2843
Жыл бұрын
I have a rooster screaming at me currently because he thinks he needs more food, you have a cow giving you some lip. . .boy oh boy what a day🤣. God Bless 🥰
@paulagoforth6576
Жыл бұрын
Lovin' your expanded Podcasts. So much "stuff" I have not thought about. Thanks. Also Love your frequent words about our God and Savior.
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
Hello Paula, Can I ask you a question?
@Grannyhanna
Жыл бұрын
Thank you as always for the very informative video. I really do enjoy them and appreciate all the time you put into them. I really love the way you made the chore of chopping firewood into family time with a picnic by the lake. Awesome time. Thanks again
@lauraIngleswilder74
Жыл бұрын
Ash is also great for slick spots. I am from Alaska and had a hill on my driveway that would get very slick. I would spread ash on the hill and it was no longer slick
@robertfarrow5853
Жыл бұрын
Stale bread&crusts save and dry, hang in linen bag. Soak in spiced water, sugar, mix in bit of grated fat add dried fruit . Press into loaf tin and bake. Called bread pudding in UK. Good cold or hot.
@pattyflaherty9545
Жыл бұрын
I live on six acres. Last year we put in a geothermal gh to extend growing season and citrus. Gets cold here in Maine. Also have everything you mentioned plus lots to barter. Love your post keep it up. God bless us all.
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
Hello Patty, Can I ask you a question?
@lshank6437
Жыл бұрын
Some items I didn't already see listed (or may have missed): Chain saw, extra chains, manuka honey, generator, seeds, salt & spices, essential oils, full propane tanks, water purification filters and purification supplies, pet meds, tea, sugar, tooth repair, extra eye glasses
@Manifesting_Secret_Sketchbook
Жыл бұрын
Eyesight can be REVERSED by eye yoga/ eye exercises, eat carrots each day
@FreezeDriedIceCreamPrepper
Жыл бұрын
Fireplace ash also is a good ice melt, for those of us that live in snowy regions. If you can't afford to buy ice-melt, ash can help with that scary driveway ice!
@janetstonerook4552
Жыл бұрын
And it's not harmful to the lawn where it ends up by spring.
@Avengedsevenfoldrocks
Жыл бұрын
Yeah if you've noticed the price of all of the washers and nuts and bolts lately and you mentioned wire oh my God. A lot of things have doubled in price. I'm a handyman painter and spray cans of primer gone from $4.98 to 10.98 in one year
@glorybound7599
Жыл бұрын
Dryer lent in ziplock bags for emergency fire starter. Brass garden hose connectors, male and female. Duct tape. Matches and other fire starting materials. Hurricane lamps and kerosene. Alternative camp stoves for cooking. Flashlights 🔦. Rain gear.
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
Hello Glory,Can I ask you a question?
@darthnexus9570
Жыл бұрын
New subscriber here, young enough to start, old enough to know better, and wise enough to read the signs... An I'm very glad your channel was recommended...
@TheMacs1
Жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@mymerrill8496
Жыл бұрын
We are always saving screw and washers etc! We’ve reused a lot of them!
@lisabibby6274
Жыл бұрын
Very helpful ideas, thank you so much for sharing. It's very helpful as well as appreciated.
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
Hello Lisa, Can I ask you a question?
@SheLightsUptheDark
Жыл бұрын
One that might be good to start thinking about if your homeschooling or plan to.. get some preps for comp books, binders, notebook paper, pencils, any colors supplies for your kids as well.. we haven’t started yet for homeschooling but my baby girls is going to be 2 soon and is learning to hold coloring tools so Iv been anticipating the homeschooling days .. we working on our little family right now but homeschooling is the long term plan so it’s been on my mind to prepare a little just in case.. as former teacher too it’s way to keep those things on a back burner for what’s needed yearly.. ie curriculum and the tools for either making your own worksheets, crafts and projects.. and have them in stock and properly stored so they’re available when needed :) just a few thoughts
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
Hello jenine, Can I ask you a question?
@lynnearias9665
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for great ideas. And always read the comments- such helpful advice. Thanks everyone for helpful tips.
@bamasher4384
Жыл бұрын
Excellent info. Thank you for tirelessly making these helpful videos. Something to have is wicks. Wicks for oil lamps, mm asking candles out of crayons. I buy ugly old candles at the thrift store for cheap and melt them down.
@kathyhedlund1992
Жыл бұрын
You can collect new mops for wicks…
@rdm3939
Жыл бұрын
I'm moving in a few months on a couple of acres of land with its own water. I'm a retired single lady. Been a semi pepper for several years, little gardening etc. I KNOW we need more now. Thanks for your tips.
@forsomenotreally
Жыл бұрын
paper towels and plastic bags are also useful to hoard.
@RetireAbroadInvesting
Жыл бұрын
Or stock up on HUCK towels, they are link free and can be cleaned. Use in place of paper towels & are RE-usable.
@lyndarina9839
Жыл бұрын
I use cheap microfiber hand towels as a paper towel substitute because they are washable and pick up more mess than paper towels do. Good point about stashing away a supply of plastic bags in case they become scarce or too expensive to buy. There is no end to the uses for plastic bags.
@forsomenotreally
Жыл бұрын
@@lyndarina9839 Also, having a rag bag and cut old towels into wash cloths...
@FarmFreshIB
Жыл бұрын
Grandma had a button box and a sewing kit. Both were wisdom. When a shirt or pair of pants wore out she cut off buttons and into the box they went, while the fabric went into rags or even quilts. Having thread and needle can stop an embarrassing situation as well as keep some clothing item usable. A horde of sewing needles takes little space and is something not easily made yourself.
@Theire1
Жыл бұрын
coffee filter is a plate then a napkin then tinder :) crayons are also cheap way of adding color to home made candles
@windsonghillranch4306
Жыл бұрын
Instant coffee. Canned milk, creamer, sugar. Instant hot cocoa. A cup of comfort when things get bleak. Also, good for barter.
@reneebrown2968
Жыл бұрын
Heck if you love cutting up fire wood you can get paid on both ends after a hurricane. People will pay you to cut and remove their downed trees and you get plenty of firewood. It's a win/win for you and the people who need that tree removed
@bigbob16
Жыл бұрын
I have done that in my neighborhood after a storm... I am just as much appreciative of the wood as they are to get rid of it... I don't even charge to cut and haul it away
@Wolfie1038
Жыл бұрын
Rope, paracord, string, jute. MANY uses!
@NannyD61
Жыл бұрын
Thank You ! Great information
@lizf506
Жыл бұрын
I thought this was an excellent video. I've been collecting tennis shoes for my kids and boots and things from thrift stores and garage sales. I also think bag balm is excellent to have around. We use it for our skin and our lips. It takes a little getting used to as it's "stickier" than lotion or chapstick but it works better and lasts longer.
@cydneypfeiffer1573
Жыл бұрын
Every single thing you can imagine in the Great Depression was utilized by the people who lived through it, we can all learn so much about how to make do with what you have by being frugal and doing it yourself ! God Bless 😇🇺🇸
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
Hello Cydney,Can I ask you a question?
@charlenewesley4641
Жыл бұрын
God is so Good i shop every other month got plenty CAN Good just have to shop FOR meats Eggs BREAD have coloring book reading books sewing machine batties fl
@ctfreesteader
Жыл бұрын
We Always enjoy your video messages ! Thank - You from CT !
@cindyridgeway3631
Жыл бұрын
Save your dryer, lint out of your dryer, put them in a egg carton when they’re full, cover them with wax great fire starters
@sharonsalyer4912
Жыл бұрын
We use the ashes put in a low tub in our chicken coop mixed with diatomaceous earth in the winter months for them to dust in. They love it.
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
Hello Sharon, Can I ask you a question?
@sharonsalyer4912
Жыл бұрын
@@dannymiller44 yes
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
@@sharonsalyer4912 where are you from?
@sharonsalyer4912
Жыл бұрын
@@dannymiller44 I live in NW Montana
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
@@sharonsalyer4912 Nice place to live, I'm from Dallas Texas... Nice meeting you 🤝
@gordonbone3689
Жыл бұрын
Last year I went to the Salvation Army store in Bangor, Maine. There were over 50 blister packs of nuts, 1/4" bolts ranging from 1" to 8", 1/3 and 3/8 washers, etc. for about 25 cents to 50 cents each. Over $30.00 worth. I took ALL of it and have used some of them so far. It's just good to have that supply. Last month I found a plastic sandwich container filled with assorted small screwdrivers, Alan wrenches, springs and various odds and ends for $5.00. I doubt, within reason, I can have on hand, too many items as these. There are so many projects I have listed for the next three years that all the things listed will be well used.
@TDog188
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for always sharing. Been stocking up for a couple years now. But you always seem to give a couple items I didn’t think of. So thank you for that. I subscribed just a week ago and I’m enjoying all your videos and taking heed to stock up more. Much love from North Carolina😊
@joannesharp1157
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all you do. I live in an apartment, and I have been making small storage areas.
@robertafunkhouser7535
Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU FOR THE LIST
@denniscleveland669
Жыл бұрын
My favorite socks for cold/wet weather, is Darn Tough Vermont Socks. They have a real lifetime warranty.
@ladydhayney3700
Жыл бұрын
Are they bulky? Where can you buy them?
@rachelparmater892
Жыл бұрын
Check on line. eBay or Amazon.
@jessicafrost4222
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the information on this video. I think one important thing to to think about in the pot ash is to keep some of it dry so that you can use it on those plants need this when they are planted. Keep up the good work and I enjoy your videos very much.
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
Hello Jessica,Can I ask you a question?
@petroonajourney3503
Жыл бұрын
@TheMac's thank you for your channel, I really appreciate that you share your experiences, tips, knowledge with us. Love, blessings and support from South Africa 🇿🇦 ♥️.
@ostrobogulous1
Жыл бұрын
When riding in the car...think about what you would do if an EMP struck right then. The car would stop. If you have to try to get back to your home, are you wearing comfortable shoes or boots that you could walk in for a few days?. Ladies? Be honest. Do you have a few water bottles, granola bars, etc. to keep your energy up? If it's winter, did you remember to throw gloves, scarves, a hat and maybe a heavier coat in the car just in case? Paper road maps? A lighter to make a fire if you're cold? A compact umbrella for rain or to use as a wind break? Bug (mosquito/tick) spray for warmer weather? It's better to be prepared and not need it, than to need it and not have it. It can be scary to think of these things, but with our unbelievably weak leadership in the U.S. right now, who knows what will happen. Just sayin'...
@goingsouth2156
Жыл бұрын
Good Ideas! I live in a rural area and grew up that way. Most of this stuff can be found at thrift stores, Goodwill, etc. Estate auctions......I have buckets of screws, nails, pipe, and fittings. A lot of folks give the stuff away! Bibles.......I have collected and given away for years, So Much Wisdom! I was a combat medic also at one time and Boy Scout.......Be Prepared
@ChipsAplentyBand
Жыл бұрын
Just wanted to send thanks and blessings in the Lord Jesus Christ to all the Macs.
@kathrynbynum5
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all that you do. I enjoy your videos and I write down things that I especially hadn’t thought of. I live by myself but I’m thinking about my children and grandchildren and great grandchildren and trying to prepare for them. I think they think I’m crazy when I try to talk about be prepared for the future. But that’s ok that’s what a momma,grandma and great-grandma dies fir their family.❤️
@dannymiller44
Жыл бұрын
Hello, Can I ask you a question?
@arriannabarela2573
Жыл бұрын
My husband is always prepping and stocking up I catch him in his room always watching your show lol
@TheMacs1
Жыл бұрын
Lol thanks!
@lylehardy9989
Жыл бұрын
Global Unity convoy 2023 feb 17th 4 day event. Stand with Canadians world wide in UNITY against the WEF. WHO,no digital currency, no 15 min city’s. no control over the people. Freedom!!!!!! Country/world wide demonstrations and convoy going to Winnipeg :)
@earlshaner4441
Жыл бұрын
Good evening from Syracuse NY brother and thank you for sharing this fact and truth which I agree with you brother
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