During the year 2010 I have often pulled from my grocery stockpile that I worked to build the year before. At this point the stash is getting low so one of my goals for this year is to rebuild it!
I could go out & drop lots of money to build it quickly, but I don’t want to do that. I’d rather take my time building it slowly based on sale items each week. That way I can build a great reserve while spending little money and with little impact to my weekly bottom line. I plan to document it all here on my blog so you guys can follow along & join me if you’d like. Each Friday I will post a list of the items I’ll add to my stockpile each week along with the stores & coupons to use.
Ready to get started? Let’s go!
3 Must do’s for building a Grocery Stockpile!
- You’ll Need Coupons – Many of you already have this down, but just in case you don’t you’ll need several copies of the Sunday Paper Each week. I get 10. That way I’ll have the coupons I need to purchase a large quantity of something if it’s super cheap or free with coupons.
- Get those coupons organized – I use a file box with hanging folders for mine. I don’t clip the coupons each week, but organize them in my file box by insert date. Keep an eye out for a post on just that topic later. This is crucial for making this a stress-free activity.
- Plan Your Space – I have a fairly large pantry with shelf space to put my groceries. You’ll also need a place for health & beauty items like Toothbrushes, soap, toothpaste, deodorant, razors, etc. Also, don’t forget to scope out where you’ll keep your cleaning products and freezer items(the freezer, maybe?)
Disclaimer: Just thought I’d point out that I’m not talking hoarding here. I just plan to stock up on things that my family will actually use at a reasonable amount:)
This post is a part of We Are That Family’s Works For Me Wednesday!
Thanks for this. I will be following you and trying to do the same thing . I just started with the coupons and am loving the savings!!!
I’m definitely ready to hear about not clipping coupons. I’m so far behind I’m feeling really stressed about the whole thing! Hope you have some great ideas!!
I was SO glad I had a stockpile to draw from when I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. For 6 months made withdrawals and I could do much of my “staples” shopping from my pantry. Now I’m feeling better and it is time to coupon and stockpile once again!
Hmmm…. I need to do this. Thanks!
I’m really inspired with your writing skills and also with the layout on your blog.
Is that this a paid topic or did you customize it yourself?
Either way keep up the nice high quality writing,
it’s uncommon to see a nice blog like this one these days..
Very gold article. I am going through many of thesse issues as well..
Great information. Lucky me I discovered your blog
by accident (stumbleupon). I have saved as a favorite for later!