I wasn't surprised to read in Good Housekeeping that the average UK woman spends around £600 a year on clothes. I know quite a few who spend a lot more than that! I was quite shocked to find in the … [Read more...]
Not buying it: Fifteen things I don’t spend my cash on
I'm frugal, not a cheapskate, but there are some things I just won't spend my money on any more. They may be cleverly marketed as essential, but I'm not buying it (or them)! I don't miss them! … [Read more...]
Showing love on a budget ❤️
A friend told me proudly how her lovely son had taken her to London on Mother's Day, with tea in a posh hotel, followed by some sightseeing and a meal in the evening. He is clearly a kind and generous … [Read more...]
Frugal habits to keep up with the cost of living
I heard on the news today that the cost of living in the uk has risen by 2.3% in the past year. Food itself has gone up by 1%. This is ok if your salary keeps up with it, but I have had a paltry 1% … [Read more...]
What are your best money saving ideas?
I belong to a few Facebook groups whose focus is frugality and the question that comes up time and again when people join is 'How can I save money? Where do I start?' It seems many people are still … [Read more...]
Lidl or Aldi? Which is best?
I have been using Lidl for my weekly grocery shop recently, mainly because they built a brand new store five minutes from Shoestring Cottage with plenty of parking. However, I have been shopping in … [Read more...]
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