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Five Frugal Things I have achieved this week, 30th June 2017

Thanks for all the comments on my last post about frugal holidays. I loved the idea of a monastic retreat, as suggested by Kirrie, and Julia's information about university accommodation. I can see … [Read more...]

How I Lived a Year on Just a Pound a day: Book Review

<br /> Another one for My Frugal Bookshelf! I have just finished re-reading Kath Kelly's wonderful book, How I Lived a Year on Just a Pound a Day. It was just as inspiring as the first time … [Read more...]

What would make you recycle more?

How much do you recycle? Most of us recycle some of the time. Probably easy stuff like newspapers and cans. Maybe plastic bottles if your local authority collects them. There is lots more that can be … [Read more...]

The power of self esteem

We went to see a friend's daughter, who is not quite 14, sing at an open mic night in a pub the other night. As she stood alone on the stage looking entirely self composed, I envied her incredible … [Read more...]

budget beauty

Beauty on a Budget Revisited

In The Art of Being Gorgeous on a Budget  I touched on the subject of frugal style and beauty, so I thought I would explore this subject a little more.  I know you can spend a fortune on looking good, … [Read more...]

The best garden in Suffolk? A trip to Helmingham Hall 

I'm not a gardening expert but I  know what I like. Of all the gardens I have visited - and there have been many - I like Helmingham Hall Gardens in Suffolk the best! Everything in the garden is … [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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