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Focus on frugality: Why the little things do matter

I recently read a finance blogger who said he wasn't into frugality. He could help you become wealthy but not by telling you to forego your daily takeout coffee. But I feel that a focus on frugality … [Read more...]

Frugal wins for March

Welcome to my blog, where I write about all things thrifty, frugal and money saving. Every few weeks, I like to tell you about some of my frugal wins for the week. I believe that the small things … [Read more...]

ALDI VS LIDL

Aldi vs Lidl: which is the best discount supermarket?

The discount supermarkets are here to stay, but which is best? Here is my take on the Aldi vs Lidl debate. When I first started shopping in Aldi and Lidl, back in 2008, some of my friends were … [Read more...]

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Five Frugal Things for February!

After my no spend January, I have certainly not had a spend free month. I have been shopping for clothing actually, mainly second hand on Vinted, but also in the sales. Yes, some of them were still … [Read more...]

Our new home, three months on

I can’t believe it has been only three months since we moved into our new home! It seems as though we have been here much longer. I feel very settled, even though there are lots of renovations and … [Read more...]

unusual uses for common household items

Ten unusual uses for common household items to save you money

Something happened recently that made me think about unusual uses for common household items. Regular readers will know that I love my cats. Lately, however, they have been driving me crazy by … [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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