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How to stop wasting money: Frugal Fran vs. Spendthrift Sue – which are you?

Which money personality are you most like - Frugal Fran or Spendthrift Sue? I am going to guess that, as you are reading my blog, you are all Frugal Frans! But maybe you are you spending too much? If … [Read more...]

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Extreme frugality in 2022: my plan for the year of the squeeze

The news seems to be mostly relentlessly gloomy at the moment. With the highest rate of inflation for a decade and warnings that energy prices may go up as much as £600 a year for the average … [Read more...]

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How to develop a frugal mindset

Frugal living is not about living in poverty; it is about being mindful with your money to create the best life that you can without getting into debt or spending just for the sake of it.  But … [Read more...]

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How to get the best deal on your pet insurance

This is a sponsored post, but all opinions expressed are my own. Prices and information are correct as of October 2021.  Like any other comparison site, Quidco Compare will find you … [Read more...]

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The Best Ways To Earn Long Term Passive Income

This is a collaborative post. If you want to improve your finances and make your life easier, passive income is the key. Passive income is money that you earn every month without having to go to … [Read more...]

Eight ways frugality will enrich your life

I originally called this post 'Eight ways frugality will ruin your life'. It was intended to be ironic! However, it was certainly an odd title on a blog that follows a frugal living philosophy.  … [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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