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take up yoga

8 Reasons to take up Yoga

Some of you will know that I trained many years ago as a teacher of yoga. Here are my thoughts around why you should take up yoga. Yoga is an ancient practice to promote physical and mental health. … [Read more...]

eat more plants

Eat more plants! Healthy meal plan to lose weight

We are fresh back from a week away in Norfolk, so a trip to Aldi was necessary as there was no fresh food in the house at all. Because we have both put on a bit of weight recently, we have decided to … [Read more...]

frugally healthy

Frugally healthy: being organised is the key

This is a collaborative post. I really don't take my good health for granted. Being fit and able means that I can work to earn my living. I can keep the house and garden in good order, and do the … [Read more...]

blogs for slimming world inspiration

Six of the best Slimming World blogs to give you inspiration

Stuffed yourself over lock down and need to lose a few pounds? Here are some of the best Slimming World blogs to give you inspiration. As a member of Slimming World, I find the extra access you can … [Read more...]

home made coffee scrub

Home made coffee scrub for face & body

I am continuing my experiments making my own frugal and sustainable toiletries and cosmetics. This time, as my lodger has access to endless used coffee grounds in the café she works in, I thought I … [Read more...]

no poo method

I tried the ‘no poo’ method & here’s how I got on

So, why did I try the 'no poo' method to keep my hair clean in the first place? Can you really get by without washing your hair? I gave it a try, and here's how I got on. What is the no poo … [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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