If you have to buy work clothes it can cost a lot and be far from frugal living. That said, it is not impossible and by switching to a minimalistic wardrobe you can easily save money and live a frugal lifestyle whilst working in a professional role where you are expected to always look smart.
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When we think about make-up, there are two main approaches. The first approach is to buy a foundation, concealer, lipstick, and start experimenting with different shades. The second approach is to buy only one product and use it as everything. The latter could be a cheaper option for those who are just starting out with […]
Continue ReadingThis is a sponsored post If there is one thing that I haven’t missed during the lockdown, it’s kids birthday parties. Both attending them and putting them on for my kids. But I am nervous about what birthday parties might look like for my kids next year if we are still looking at social distancing […]
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We all have to clean our home. If you‘ve got kids then the chances are you cleaning it even more often. The cost of cleaning products and tools can soon mount up, especially when you start buying all kinds of specialist products. Think kitchen cleaner, bathroom cleaner and shower spray. When you’ve committed to extreme […]
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What is the furthest you would go to save money? All of us have a limit and some are willing to take it further than others. But if you want to save more money than ever, then you might need to push yourself out of your comfort zone and try something new. In this list, […]
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When you need to stretch your money then you need some cheap meals ready to go with minimal effort. It is about balance though. You want to create cheap and easy meals but without the loss of quality. Therefore, I like to keep a few recipes in the back of my mind for flexible mealtimes […]
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It is hard to entertain young children especially if you are trying to do it whilst saving money. Everything, even TV, costs money. It is impossible to take young children to the park without needing to pack more snacks than you can carry then fending off the demands for ice cream on the way home.
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Toilet roll. With the recent scarcity around toilet roll, it might have had you thinking about the alternatives. Particularly the cheaper alternatives. We switched to family cloth a couple of years ago. If you don’t know what family cloth is, then let me explain. It’s reusable toilet paper. It is squares of fabric that you […]
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If you are starting at your budget and wondering where else you can save, then you likely want to start extreme frugal living. But making the transition isn’t always the easiest. Plus, going in too hard can often lead to rebellion and you spending too much again. These simple steps will help you make the […]
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We spend a lot of time in our homes, so it makes sense to make it a hub of frugal living. With a few simple additions, your home can become a powerful ally on your money-saving journey. These are some frugal must haves I recommend! This isn’t a list of things that I am urging […]
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