Is your weekly shopping list costing you time and money? Find out how to organise it now!
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We could all use a little help when it comes to getting our weekly grocery shopping done. No matter how many times we go over what we need in our heads, it seems like we always end up forgetting something – and spending more money than we intended to!
If this sounds familiar, don't worry – you're not alone. In fact, there's a very simple solution that can help you get your groceries sorted once and for all: an organised shopping list!
Now, the format you use to keep your list organised is entirely up to you. You can do it old-school with a pen and paper, or go high-tech with a digital app on your phone. Either way, there are a few general tips that all good grocery lists have in common. Read on to find out what they are!
Keep a running list in the kitchen
The best place to keep track of what you need from the store is right where you do your cooking – in the kitchen! That way, you (or another household member) can jot down whatever items you run out of as soon as they're used up. Keep the list somewhere visible like on the countertop, fridge door or corkboard, so everyone in the family knows where to find it and can add their own items as needed.
Use the store's catalogue
Most stores these days will send out weekly sales flyers either online or in print form. These are gold mines when it comes to planning your grocery trips! Not only will they let you know what items are on sale that week (helpful for meal planning), but they'll also usually mention if there are any digital vouchers available that you can download onto your loyalty card (Eg. Woolworths Rewards App). We also publish the best deals on Coles & Woolies in every Wednesday newsletter.
Organise your list by aisle
A good grocery list should be organised according to how most stores are set up i.,e., with fresh produce/deli/bakery items together first; then meat/seafood/dairy; followed by frozen goods, and finally things like packaged snacks and health/beauty products situated along the inner aisle walls. This may seem like a lot of work at first, but it'll save you a ton of time (and frustration!) when you're actually at the store since you can just zip up and down the aisles without having to backtrack.
Going into the supermarket with a plan can save both time and money. Source: OpenAI
Make a master list
Over time, you'll probably find that you're buying the same items week after week with just a few changes here and there. To save yourself some time (and paper!), create a ‘master list’ of all the items you typically need and just circle or highlight the things you need to add each week. This is also a great way to spot patterns in your shopping habits so you can cut down on unnecessary purchases.
Note down what you don't use
Just as important as knowing what items you need to buy each week is knowing what you don't need. If you find that you're regularly buying things that you never actually use, make a note of it on your list so you can avoid purchasing them again in the future. This is a great way to save money and declutter your pantry at the same time!
By following these simple tips, you'll be well on your way to streamlining your grocery shopping and saving yourself time and money in the process. So what are you waiting for? Get organised today!
If this sounds familiar, don't worry – you're not alone. In fact, there's a very simple solution that can help you get your groceries sorted once and for all: an organised shopping list!
Now, the format you use to keep your list organised is entirely up to you. You can do it old-school with a pen and paper, or go high-tech with a digital app on your phone. Either way, there are a few general tips that all good grocery lists have in common. Read on to find out what they are!
Keep a running list in the kitchen
The best place to keep track of what you need from the store is right where you do your cooking – in the kitchen! That way, you (or another household member) can jot down whatever items you run out of as soon as they're used up. Keep the list somewhere visible like on the countertop, fridge door or corkboard, so everyone in the family knows where to find it and can add their own items as needed.
Use the store's catalogue
Most stores these days will send out weekly sales flyers either online or in print form. These are gold mines when it comes to planning your grocery trips! Not only will they let you know what items are on sale that week (helpful for meal planning), but they'll also usually mention if there are any digital vouchers available that you can download onto your loyalty card (Eg. Woolworths Rewards App). We also publish the best deals on Coles & Woolies in every Wednesday newsletter.
Organise your list by aisle
A good grocery list should be organised according to how most stores are set up i.,e., with fresh produce/deli/bakery items together first; then meat/seafood/dairy; followed by frozen goods, and finally things like packaged snacks and health/beauty products situated along the inner aisle walls. This may seem like a lot of work at first, but it'll save you a ton of time (and frustration!) when you're actually at the store since you can just zip up and down the aisles without having to backtrack.
Going into the supermarket with a plan can save both time and money. Source: OpenAI
Make a master list
Over time, you'll probably find that you're buying the same items week after week with just a few changes here and there. To save yourself some time (and paper!), create a ‘master list’ of all the items you typically need and just circle or highlight the things you need to add each week. This is also a great way to spot patterns in your shopping habits so you can cut down on unnecessary purchases.
Note down what you don't use
Just as important as knowing what items you need to buy each week is knowing what you don't need. If you find that you're regularly buying things that you never actually use, make a note of it on your list so you can avoid purchasing them again in the future. This is a great way to save money and declutter your pantry at the same time!
By following these simple tips, you'll be well on your way to streamlining your grocery shopping and saving yourself time and money in the process. So what are you waiting for? Get organised today!
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