Re: how much money have you saved, from freebies?
If we are talking from the manufacturer freebies, very little, maybe $10 to $20 over the years. Tampons are the only freebies that I would definitely buy if I didn't get the sample; the shampoos and stuff are not significant in that I buy very cheap shampoo and conditioner. (I'm lucky enough to have good hair, I guess). I used to get lots of samples; now I generally get cleaning products and bathing products only.
If we are taking freebie from hand-me-downs, then I've saved quite a bit. People have shared things form cereal to underwear (never worn) to wallets to clothes with me. In turn I have passed on a lot of items. It's a part of my never be ashamed of frugality lifestyle.
And then there is freecyle....love it. Got a huge bag of clothes and accessories once, very usable, and it inlcuded a sterling silver ring I wear all the time. Got some peanut butter and oatmeal. Have also given away books and plants.
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