What does frugal living look like? Well, it's not living miserably, being poor or malnourished, walking round in rags and never having fun. It's making the best of the resources you have, wasting … [Read more...]
Five frugal things to kick off October
It's been a wild week of weather, with lots of wind and rain punctuated by spurts of warm sunshine. Cardigan on, cardigan off, leave the house with a coat and umbrella or just go out in a T shirt? … [Read more...]
Aldi vs Lidl: which is the best discount supermarket?
When I first started shopping in Aldi and Lidl, way back in 2008, my friends were snooty. With prices so low, the quality had to be inferior. Now, I think they realise that is not the case at all and … [Read more...]
Cheapest healthy meal ideas
It can feel hard to eat well on a tight budget, but it's not as difficult as you might think. When you are looking for the cheapest healthy meal ideas, it helps if you have some basic cooking skills … [Read more...]
The joys of a well stocked larder
I first published this post a couple of years ago and it proved really popular. The message is the same today. Keeping a well-stocked larder is a good idea at the best of times. However, in the UK, at … [Read more...]
Zero Waste Week Giveaway: Win a Copy of Eco Thrifty Living
I thought we could celebrate Zero Waste Week with an appropriate giveaway. Zoe Morrison, the woman behind the excellent Eco Thrifty Living blog, has published her first book. I have two copies up for … [Read more...]
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