Comments on: The Minimalist Wallet – Seven Ways to Slim It Down http://www.missminimalist.com/2010/01/the-minimalist-wallet-%e2%80%93-seven-ways-to-slim-it-down/ living a beautiful life with less stuff Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:23:44 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1 By: RB http://www.missminimalist.com/2010/01/the-minimalist-wallet-%e2%80%93-seven-ways-to-slim-it-down/comment-page-1/#comment-182005 RB Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:37:09 +0000 http://www.missminimalist.com/?p=461#comment-182005 Check out minimalistos for a sick minimalist leather wallet: https://minimalistos.wordpress.com/ Check out minimalistos for a sick minimalist leather wallet:
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]]> By: Mims http://www.missminimalist.com/2010/01/the-minimalist-wallet-%e2%80%93-seven-ways-to-slim-it-down/comment-page-1/#comment-177974 Mims Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:54:48 +0000 http://www.missminimalist.com/?p=461#comment-177974 Ever since I lived 7 months in Peru, I have carried a very small coin purse when I'm in countries where coins are worth a lot. That way I don't have to get my wallet out every time I need to pay for something (unless I'm out of coins) and I actually use the coins I get. I have also noticed that it minimizes the risk of theft, the thieves see your little coin purse and can steal that, but they don't usually see your wallet, so they can't steal it. Having two types od wallets may not be minimalistic, but it can sometimes simplify things, even my minimalistic stepfather has taken to carry a separate coin purse when he's in euro countries. Ever since I lived 7 months in Peru, I have carried a very small coin purse when I’m in countries where coins are worth a lot. That way I don’t have to get my wallet out every time I need to pay for something (unless I’m out of coins) and I actually use the coins I get. I have also noticed that it minimizes the risk of theft, the thieves see your little coin purse and can steal that, but they don’t usually see your wallet, so they can’t steal it. Having two types od wallets may not be minimalistic, but it can sometimes simplify things, even my minimalistic stepfather has taken to carry a separate coin purse when he’s in euro countries.

]]> By: Penny http://www.missminimalist.com/2010/01/the-minimalist-wallet-%e2%80%93-seven-ways-to-slim-it-down/comment-page-1/#comment-96092 Penny Tue, 21 Jun 2011 10:45:17 +0000 http://www.missminimalist.com/?p=461#comment-96092 great comment Sarah. January being in the new year is always a great time to get on track with things like this new mindset. I have just come across Miss Minimalist this week, and I'm really loving the blogs too. I'm ABOUT to get the book...I think. :) I've been on a de-cluttering mission of sorts for several years (try more than 5, of and on), but only the past few months have I really gotten on a rampage. Still lots to work on, but yes, isn't it freeing!!?? thanks for the terrific ideas and inspirations from both Miss Minimalist and your contributors/followers. Fabulous website design too. I always feel so refreshed when I click-off. :) great comment Sarah. January being in the new year is always a great time to get on track with things like this new mindset.

I have just come across Miss Minimalist this week, and I’m really loving the blogs too.
I’m ABOUT to get the book…I think. :)

I’ve been on a de-cluttering mission of sorts for several years (try more than 5, of and on), but only the past few months have I really gotten on a rampage.

Still lots to work on, but yes, isn’t it freeing!!??

thanks for the terrific ideas and inspirations from both Miss Minimalist and your contributors/followers.
Fabulous website design too. I always feel so refreshed when I click-off. :)

]]> By: Andrew http://www.missminimalist.com/2010/01/the-minimalist-wallet-%e2%80%93-seven-ways-to-slim-it-down/comment-page-1/#comment-54945 Andrew Tue, 01 Mar 2011 18:35:00 +0000 http://www.missminimalist.com/?p=461#comment-54945 I've been a minimalist for around 5 years now, and I've owned a couple of Jimi Wallets, which can be found at www.thejimi.com. I have both the one with a money clip and the one without a money clip. I oscillate back and forth between the two, but for the last couple of months, I've been using the one with the money clip. The Jimi without the money clip only fits about 4 bills and 5 credit cards, and the one with the money clip fits tons of bills and about 5 cards as well. Only $15 and is very durable, as I've had both of them for about 3 or 4 years. Just don't overstuff them or you could run into some problems. I’ve been a minimalist for around 5 years now, and I’ve owned a couple of Jimi Wallets, which can be found at http://www.thejimi.com. I have both the one with a money clip and the one without a money clip. I oscillate back and forth between the two, but for the last couple of months, I’ve been using the one with the money clip. The Jimi without the money clip only fits about 4 bills and 5 credit cards, and the one with the money clip fits tons of bills and about 5 cards as well. Only $15 and is very durable, as I’ve had both of them for about 3 or 4 years. Just don’t overstuff them or you could run into some problems.

]]> By: runi http://www.missminimalist.com/2010/01/the-minimalist-wallet-%e2%80%93-seven-ways-to-slim-it-down/comment-page-1/#comment-54657 runi Mon, 28 Feb 2011 21:12:03 +0000 http://www.missminimalist.com/?p=461#comment-54657 For years, I have used a "neck pouch". It is like thin lightweight wallet on a strap that goes around your neck. (You can find them in travel and survival gear company catalogs--but check around because I have found them cheaper.) I'm vegan, so these have always been made out of strong nylonish material. No need for pockets or to carry a purse. Leaves your hands free, and if you feel kind of squeamish about being pickpocketed (is that a word?), the thing can hide under your shirt or coat. There are a few compartments in mine--how many depends on the model. I carry a pen and a cheap basic comb. There is a thin "photo" section, but it usually contains just a couple of "deaf" business cards, non-driver's license, a credit card (my only one), two medical insurance cards, and a library card. There is still room for a few bills and coins. For years, I have used a “neck pouch”. It is like thin lightweight wallet on a strap that goes around your neck. (You can find them in travel and survival gear company catalogs–but check around because I have found them cheaper.) I’m vegan, so these have always been made out of strong nylonish material. No need for pockets or to carry a purse. Leaves your hands free, and if you feel kind of squeamish about being pickpocketed (is that a word?), the thing can hide under your shirt or coat.

There are a few compartments in mine–how many depends on the model. I carry a pen and a cheap basic comb. There is a thin “photo” section, but it usually contains just a couple of “deaf” business cards, non-driver’s license, a credit card (my only one), two medical insurance cards, and a library card. There is still room for a few bills and coins.

]]> By: Jay http://www.missminimalist.com/2010/01/the-minimalist-wallet-%e2%80%93-seven-ways-to-slim-it-down/comment-page-1/#comment-47889 Jay Wed, 09 Feb 2011 12:18:43 +0000 http://www.missminimalist.com/?p=461#comment-47889 I used to keep a few hundred dollars and 3 credit cards, and bank atm together with a thick rubber band. Never lost it, but would not do that again, realizing the huge potential hassle if lost. Later I modified my credit cards and atm card to hang very neatly on my keychain. Looked neat... But I did lose that sliding out of my pocket in a relative's car found long after I cancelled them all. For awhile, a few bills and my Debit card, cutting down easily on spending as a result. Now, I carry a $100 Dollar Bill in my shoe everywhere regardless, and a SENA walletbook for my iPhone, which is ultra handy for keeping a couple cards at tge ready, and 3 other spaces for an extra key, another $100 dollar bill and a thin stash spot for whatever. The iPhone Wallet is ideal for me, as I am ever mindful of where it is always, and actually use my Iphone to make my living (trading futures) anywhere I want. Talk about freedom! So much so that the only thing I am working on "Mobilizing" for myself is buying food with no hassle, anywhere I may be, anytime I want. Looking for sites that sell bulk foods online for the best price cheaper than bulkfoods dot com. Any help would have my gratitude forever :) I used to keep a few hundred dollars and 3 credit cards, and bank atm together with a thick rubber band. Never lost it, but would not do that again, realizing the huge potential hassle if lost. Later I modified my credit cards and atm card to hang very neatly on my keychain. Looked neat… But I did lose that sliding out of my pocket in a relative’s car found long after I cancelled them all. For awhile, a few bills and my Debit card, cutting down easily on spending as a result. Now, I carry a $100 Dollar Bill in my shoe everywhere regardless, and a SENA walletbook for my iPhone, which is ultra handy for keeping a couple cards at tge ready, and 3 other spaces for an extra key, another $100 dollar bill and a thin stash spot for whatever. The iPhone Wallet is ideal for me, as I am ever mindful of where it is always, and actually use my Iphone to make my living (trading futures) anywhere I want. Talk about freedom! So much so that the only thing I am working on “Mobilizing” for myself is buying food with no hassle, anywhere I may be, anytime I want. Looking for sites that sell bulk foods online for the best price cheaper than bulkfoods dot com. Any help would have my gratitude forever :)

]]> By: miss minimalist http://www.missminimalist.com/2010/01/the-minimalist-wallet-%e2%80%93-seven-ways-to-slim-it-down/comment-page-1/#comment-46140 miss minimalist Thu, 03 Feb 2011 21:17:57 +0000 http://www.missminimalist.com/?p=461#comment-46140 Sarah, I'm thrilled that you liked my book -- thanks so much for spreading the word, I appreciate that! Sarah, I’m thrilled that you liked my book — thanks so much for spreading the word, I appreciate that!

]]> By: Anna-Lisa http://www.missminimalist.com/2010/01/the-minimalist-wallet-%e2%80%93-seven-ways-to-slim-it-down/comment-page-1/#comment-45229 Anna-Lisa Mon, 31 Jan 2011 16:36:01 +0000 http://www.missminimalist.com/?p=461#comment-45229 These are all great ideas! Last time I bought a wallet, I got it into my head that I needed to carry my checkbook and it gets so annoying when I'm carrying a small purse -once my huge wallet's in there, I barely have room for my cell phone/chapstick/keys! Next time, I'm getting the smallest wallet I can find, and just folding a check or two and tucking them in there in case I need them for some emergency. So much more efficient! An even more minimalist idea - my dad stopped carrying a wallet years ago, and instead uses a binder clip to hold his driver's license/credit card/debit card, with his cash wrapped around the outside. It works great for him. These are all great ideas! Last time I bought a wallet, I got it into my head that I needed to carry my checkbook and it gets so annoying when I’m carrying a small purse -once my huge wallet’s in there, I barely have room for my cell phone/chapstick/keys! Next time, I’m getting the smallest wallet I can find, and just folding a check or two and tucking them in there in case I need them for some emergency. So much more efficient!

An even more minimalist idea – my dad stopped carrying a wallet years ago, and instead uses a binder clip to hold his driver’s license/credit card/debit card, with his cash wrapped around the outside. It works great for him.

]]> By: Simple Zen http://www.missminimalist.com/2010/01/the-minimalist-wallet-%e2%80%93-seven-ways-to-slim-it-down/comment-page-1/#comment-44215 Simple Zen Thu, 27 Jan 2011 21:03:41 +0000 http://www.missminimalist.com/?p=461#comment-44215 Use a plastic bank money bag to carry your change. It keeps it all together so you dont lose it under the car seat and stops it from wearing holes in your pockets so your trousers last longer too. I wear rohans or Kiwis with the zip pockets When it gets dirty get a new one free from the bank or the supermarket. At a pinch you can keep notes and cards in one. Use a plastic bank money bag to carry your change. It keeps it all together so you dont lose it under the car seat and stops it from wearing holes in your pockets so your trousers last longer too. I wear rohans or Kiwis with the zip pockets

When it gets dirty get a new one free from the bank or the supermarket.

At a pinch you can keep notes and cards in one.

]]> By: Ses http://www.missminimalist.com/2010/01/the-minimalist-wallet-%e2%80%93-seven-ways-to-slim-it-down/comment-page-1/#comment-44084 Ses Thu, 27 Jan 2011 13:33:51 +0000 http://www.missminimalist.com/?p=461#comment-44084 One way I get around wallet bulk is to not carry any change smaller than a £1 coin. At the end of each day all the 50ps and under go in a change pot - it's also a good way of saving a bit of extra pin money. I also don't stash receipts in there, they go straight into the right folder when I go home. I should check the loyalty cards though, I'm sure I have way too many of them in there! One way I get around wallet bulk is to not carry any change smaller than a £1 coin. At the end of each day all the 50ps and under go in a change pot – it’s also a good way of saving a bit of extra pin money. I also don’t stash receipts in there, they go straight into the right folder when I go home.

I should check the loyalty cards though, I’m sure I have way too many of them in there!

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