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A frugal family: Meet the Reader case study

In the latest in my Meet the Reader series, Bethan Oliver, a stay at home mum of three from Cwmbran, South Wales, shares her hints and tips for frugal, sustainable living with children. Meet this … [Read more...]

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My Second Hand Year 2021: How did it go?

A year ago I was pondering my impact on the planet, wondering what, if anything, I could do to tread more gently and live more sustainably. Also, of course, I am always looking for ways to save money … [Read more...]

Black Friday: Five frugal things to do instead of shopping

It's that time of year again, when the TV and social media ads are urging us to splurge the cash in their Black Friday sales. It's not even one day any more; it seems to go on for weeks! I think there … [Read more...]

zero waste Christmas gifts

Best zero waste Christmas gifts #lowwastelifestyle

This post contains affiliate links, clearly marked with *. If you click through and make a purchase, I will earn a small commission. Forget a white Christmas, I want a green one! I have been … [Read more...]

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Eco friendly ways to do laundry plus a new product to try!

Here at Shoestring Cottage, we have long been looking for eco friendly ways to do laundry. We have tried many ways to reduce chemicals and cut out plastic whilst washing our clothing. Some have been … [Read more...]

A frugal lifestyle, and just as well!

Hello and welcome to another round up of my thrifty and frugal week, where I tell you about our frugal lifestyle and what we do to save money. The news has been alarming and worrying this week. We … [Read more...]

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About Me

Would you like to take control of your finances, pay off your debts and save for the future? At Shoestring Cottage we aim to show you that you can live a good and happy life on less than you think, you can get off the consumer treadmill and you can live more simply and healthily and not feel deprived.
We are also moving toward a less wasteful, more sustainable lifestyle and believe frugality and sustainability go hand in hand. Read More…

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