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Things I have done to save money this week

As I write this, it is a beautiful, sunny September evening. The weather has been odd this week - really chilly and wet one day, warm and dry the next. One of my five frugal things should be that I … [Read more...]

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How to be a Frugal Family

Being frugal as a family is much easier than saving money alone. Encouraging your partner and children along on the journey will help you on your quest. As a mother of three on a limited income, I … [Read more...]

Small actions to cope with price hikes

Everyone seems to be anxious about the rapidly rising cost of living right now. I know I am! We can't control inflation, but we can take control of our household budgets to make sure we are making the … [Read more...]

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Second hand shopping to save lots of money!

Having kept myself out of charity shops this month, I couldn't resist popping into a new one this week. I took my parents into their main town to visit their bank and do a little shopping. Whilst they … [Read more...]

Slash your food bill! Ideas to save money on groceries

Food can be expensive. You may well be looking for ways to save money on your food bill if you have a hungry family to feed. I am sure you want to give your family good, nutritious food, but … [Read more...]

Five easy plants to grow for food #fivefrugalthings

Feel like tending your garden and becoming a bit more self-sufficient? It's not as hard as you think. Here are some ideas for easy plants to grow for food here in the UK. Like baking, gardening has … [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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