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Organizing a shopping list is a great way to save time, gain practicality, and control household expenses. Whether for that first purchase for the home or for routine purchases, see the tips below and suggestions for making your own.
5 tips for organizing the shopping list
A shopping list must take into account your family's consumption needs and the demands of your home. And to help you manage the household routine, here are some tips:
Keep the list in a visible place
Store your shopping list in a visible place, such as on the refrigerator door, so you can update it whenever necessary or when you notice something missing from the pantry. This will also help you remember to take it with you when you go to the supermarket.
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By defining the menu of the week, with the main meals of the day, it is much easier to establish the items that cannot be missing from your shopping list. Besides making everything more practical, you buy only what you are going to use and avoid waste and unnecessary expenses.
Organize categories
When making your list, divide the products into categories such as food, cleaning, hygiene, etc., so your shopping becomes much easier and you don't waste time inside the supermarket.
Set the quantity of items
Observe the items you use most in your home and the quantity that is needed for a certain period according to how often you shop. This way you have better control of your pantry and decrease the risks of suffering from a lack or excess of some product.
Prioritize essential items
When making your list, give preference to writing down items that are really necessary and that you are sure to use on a daily basis, especially if money is tight and the desire is to save money. When organizing a couple's list, for example, take into consideration the tastes of both of you and your individual needs to weigh up what you can't do without.
With all these tips, planning your routine is much more uncomplicated and you can optimize your shopping! Take a look at the next topic for lists to print or save and take with you whenever you go to the market!
Complete shopping list for the house
In the first purchase for the house, it is essential to include everything from basic everyday items to products that will help in routine housekeeping and cleaning, and that will not need to be purchased frequently. Write down all the necessary items:
Grocery Store
- Rice
- Beans
- Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vinegar
- Sugar
- Popcorn
- Wheat flour
- Baking powder
- Oats
- Cereals
- Cornstarch
- Cassava flour
- Tomato Extract
- Noodles
- Grated cheese
- Canned goods
- Canned food
- Wafers
- Snacks
- Breads
- Mayonnaise
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Cold cuts
- Butter
- Curd
- Jellies or pasty sweets
- Honey
- Salt
- Dry Seasonings
- Spices
Fair
- Eggs
- Vegetables
- Vegetables
- Assorted Vegetables
- Seasonal fruits
- Onion
- Garlic
- Fresh herbs and spices
Butcher Shop
- Steaks
- Minced meat
- Chicken meat
- Fish fillets
- Bacon
- Burgers
- Sausages
- Sausages
Drinks
- Coffee
- Teas
- Juices
- Yogurts
- Milk
- Chocolate
- Mineral water
- Soft Drinks
- Alcoholic beverages of your choice
Personal Hygiene
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Soaps
- Liquid soap
- Swabs
- Cotton
- Toilet paper
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrush
- Dental floss
- Mouthwash
- Toothbrush holder
- Soap dish
- Bath Sponge
- Deodorant
- Bandages
Cleaning
- Detergent
- Degreaser
- Dish sponge
- Steel wool
- Cleaning Brush
- Bar Soap
- Bucket and Basin
- Squeegee, broom, shovel
- Cleaning cloths and flannels
- Powder or liquid laundry soap
- Softener
- Sanitary water
- Clothes basket
- Large and small trash can
- Trash garbage can for bathroom
- Sanitary brush
- Garbage Bags
- Disinfectant
- Glass cleaner
- Floor cleaner
- Multi-Purpose Cleaner
- Alcohol
- Furniture polish
Utilities
- Paper napkins
- Paper towel
- Aluminum foil
- Plastic food bags
- Film paper
- Coffee filter
- Clothesline
- Preachers
- Lamps
- Matches
- Candles
- Batteries
- Insecticide
Remember that you can adapt the list according to your needs and tastes, after all you need to make sure that the house is ready and equipped to become a new home.
Basic shopping list
On a daily basis, it is necessary to replenish the basic items that are used daily or quite frequently in the house routine. Here is the list:
Grocery Store
- Sugar
- Rice
- Beans
- Oil
- Noodles
- Sugar
- Wheat flour
- Wafers
- Breads
- Cold cuts
- Butter
Fair
- Eggs
- Vegetables
- Potatoes
- Carrot
- Tomato
- Onion
- Fruit
Butchery
- Meat
- Chicken
Drinks
- Coffee
- Cold drinks
- Yogurts
- Milk
Personal Hygiene
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Toothpaste
- Deodorant
Cleaning
- Detergent
- Liquid or powder soap
- Softener
- Sanitary water
- Multi-Purpose Cleaner
- Alcohol
- Garbage Bags
Utilities
- Coffee filter
- Paper towel
- Insecticide
And to save even more, check out the tips below.
How to save on the shopping list
Market expenses often compromise a large part of a family's budget. Here's how to save on your shopping list:
- Start with the basic items: List in order of need and the quantity you really need until the next purchase.
- Take advantage of the promotions: When shopping, take advantage of promotions, especially for items with a long shelf life, such as hygiene and cleaning products. After all, these items make a difference in the final value of the purchase, and you don't need to pick them up every time you go to the market.
- Prefer seasonal fruits and vegetables: Generally, out of season products and imported fruits are much more expensive. Research and take the opportunity to plan meals with these items, and thus, save money.
Always check the cupboards and the refrigerator before going to the supermarket and add whatever is missing. See also tips on how to organize the pantry and good shopping!
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