Why keep buying what you can make better, cheaper, and faster at home? Make It, Don’t Buy It is your no-nonsense guide to breaking the store-bought cycle and building practical DIY systems that actually work. Whether you’re done with overpriced cleaners, tired of processed pantry staples, or fed up with single-use tools that end up in the junk drawer, this book shows you how to replace all of it—with clarity, not clutter.

Inside, you’ll learn how to mix your own laundry detergent, bake foolproof bread, create custom spice blends, make skin care essentials, and patch or repair just about anything. You’ll even build a low-cost coffee bar, homemade air fresheners, and pet-safe cleaners—without needing expensive ingredients or fancy tools. Each chapter is obsessively practical, cutting straight to what works and what’s worth skipping. No fluff, no preaching—just smart, repeatable systems you’ll actually use.

Designed for busy households, this book teaches how to set up your space, shift your mindset, and bring your family or housemates into the DIY fold without drama. You’ll stop relying on impulse buys and start using what you already have to solve everyday problems more efficiently.

This isn’t a craft book or a prepper manual. It’s a practical field guide to living smarter—one homemade win at a time.