Summer Savings

I love spending money. Honestly, who doesn't? But the fact is; I'm a broke college student and can't afford anything.
Here are 5 tips I use that hopefully will help you save up or earn some money on the side.

1. Sell your Clothes 

You know that neon green circle skirt that was trendy for like 3 seconds and you only wore once? Sell it. Places like Plato's Closet and consignment shops will often give you money right on the spot for your unwanted clothes. After I go to one store, I'll take the clothes that didn't sell to another store. When I have around 3 unwanted pieces left, then I will finally donate them. These stores don't give you tons of money, but at least you're getting something for it! This brings me to...

2. Thrift stores

I have been a die hard thrifter ever since I was in high school. I get compliments on my thrifted stuff all the time! No one knows that I only paid 8 dollars for that amazing romper originally 60 dollars at Hollister. The key is to be patient and go to thrift and consignment stores in wealthy neighborhoods. Sometimes it feels like you're sifting through racks and racks and racks, but then you find that one piece that makes it all worth it.

3. Collect that Change 

I have always been appalled at people that literally throw away their change. That stuff adds up man! Keep a cute little cup or jar somewhere and put all your change in it. Look in cushions, pockets, old purses, your mom's old purses... You won't believe where those coins can be hiding. Once you have a substantial amount, go to the bank and some real cash.

4. Eat Less at Restaurants 

This is a money saving tip I recently found out about and I don't know why I didn't think of it earlier. Eat a little bit of food from your fridge before you go out to a restaurant with friends. This way you won't be as hungry. You can either get just an appetizer, which is usually half the price of an entree or buy an entree and save half of it for dinner. Two meals for the price of one!

5. Etsy Account

If you're somewhat crafty you might want to consider selling some super simple DIY things on Etsy. My mom gave me her button collection when I was little and I used to make these button bracelets for all my friends in middle school. I still have about two pounds of buttons left so I decided to make something out of them that I can sell. I'm thinking about letters covered in buttons that you can hang in a kid's room. When I get that up and going I will definitely share the link for my shop!

I'm kind of a crazy person when it comes to saving money, but I think these are some pretty simple tips anyone can try.