Whilst we’re in lockdown, you might be looking for ways to save money. You can save money as well as actually getting things done, by doing them yourself. There are many things that we take for granted that suddenly we’re not being able to do. Having a DIY option up your sleeve is beneficial. So if you’re asking questions like how to cut your own hair, read on for some top tips.
How To Cut Your Own Hair
Maybe being in lockdown, you’ve missed your usual hairdresser appointment? Maybe you’re considering cutting your own hair? If you usually get your head shaved, a close cut is fairly easy to do at home if you have some clippers. This could save you £10. If you need to buy some clippers, they’ll pay for themselves after a few chops. For those of us with longer hair and specific styles, it can be tricky to do. Giving yourself a trim can go so wrong so easily, but there are some great how to cut your own hair videos on YouTube which can help.
Alter Your Own Clothes
This can be a great passer of time. Maybe you have a pile of clothes you were going to take your local seamstress? Why not try and alter them yourself? From sewing on buttons to turning up trouser legs, these are things that you can do at home. It will save you a few quid and you can get them down today.
Grow Your Own Food
If, like the rest of the country, you’ve been struggling to get an online delivery slot, how much easier would it be if you could go out to your own vegetable patch? Whilst you might not have masses of outside space for a allotment style area, you can make use of whatever you’ve got outdoors. From fruit and vegetables to herbs, you can start to become a little self sustainable by growing your own produce. Loads of people keep chickens too. How would you like fresh eggs every day?
Batch Cook
Spend less time in the kitchen and make sure you always have something in the freezer, by batch cooking. Cook more than you need and make individual portions you can freeze and use at a later date. You’ll cut back on the takeaways by being able to pop to your freezer and grabbing a curry, lasagne or fish pie on a Friday night.
Make Your Own Cleaning Products
If cleaning products have become few and far between at your local supermarket, or you’ve noticed an increase in price, why not try and make your own? There’s some fantastic information online about how to make your own cleaning stuff with basic ingredients. Many of them work better than shop bought things and include less nasties. Get your house in fantastic shape whilst you’re stuck in it. Mrs Hinch would be proud!
Create Gifts & Cards
Rather than spending money on cards and gifts, use your skills to make your own. A hand crafted card or creation from the kids is much more personal than something bought from a shop. If you have a hobby which lends itself to perfect gifting, use it! Make your own cards and presents to save money, give yourself something to do and send love.
Wash Your Own Car
Maybe you usually get your vehicle washed at the local hand car wash or by a team when you’re doing your supermarket shopping? Perhaps you go through the car wash at the petrol station? Save yourself that cash and look after your set of wheels by washing it yourself during lockdown. You’ll use a bit of elbow grease, keep yourself active and enjoy plenty of fresh air. Washing and detailing your own car can be fun and you’ll be pleased and proud of the results.
Odd Jobs You Might Have Paid Someone Else To Do
As well as washing your car, there might be other odd jobs around the home you would usually get a tradesman in to do. Use this self isolation time to accomplish some DIY. Rehang that garden gate, paint the fences, power wash the drive, which is possibly the most therapeutic thing going! If you’re not sur how to do some of the things, check YouTube videos which will certainly help. Just don’t tackle things like electrics!
Learn, Learn, Learn
There are so many ways to learn something new in this time of lockdown. Rosetta Stone have made language lessons free and there are plenty of online courses you can try. Why not switch off the TV and read a book instead? Use this as an opportunity to further your skills and boost your brainpower.
Now you know how to cut your own hair and do some other awesome things around the home. Keep yourself busy, smash some DIY goals and stay safe.
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