Best Items to Stockpile That Most People Overlook?

[AquaFern1028]

Curious what overlooked stockpile items folks swear by. For me, I always stash extra canning lids and seeds, since they can be hard to get in a pinch. What unusual or underappreciated supplies do you all make sure to keep on hand?

 

[ChrysanthiDream]

Curious what overlooked stockpile items folks swear by. For me, I always stash extra canning lids and seeds, since they can be hard to get in a pinch. What unusual or underappreciated supplies do you all make sure to keep on hand?

Extra canning lids are so smart—I’ve kicked myself more than once for not having enough in late summer. One thing I’d add is old-fashioned bar soap, not just the liquid stuff, since it stores forever and comes in handy for both cleaning and barter. I also keep a stash of sturdy twine and cloth scraps for garden ties or repairs. Seeds are a must, but storing heir