It is easy to find containers for saving money, holding hair accessories, school supplies and food items around your home. Some containers can be reused so that you can save money in more than one way and to practice green living.

Make Your Own Piggy Bank

Be encouraged to save both bills and coins because the quantity adds up over time. Dollar bills can be saved for bus fare, and quarters can be saved for laundry. Of course, the money saved in the containers can be deposited into a savings account, and that is additional savings.

The main thing with reusing jars or cans for piggy banks is to clean the container thoroughly and let it dry. Also be sure to use containers that coins or a folded dollar can fit in and also be removed safely. I use a variety of containers that consist of metal, glass or plastic. The containers are a variety of eight-ounce apple cider bottles and plastic jars with covers that can screw off.