The Diary of a Frugal Family

Have you considered staying in a youth hostel with kids? Me neither but we did last week and it was a great experience!For the last few years we've been camping in the Lake District And we've had a great time despite the inevitable rain that always starts up as soon as we get the tent down from the loft.I know I've mentioned it on here before, but we have a great campaign setup with a huge eight man tent that  we bought from Facebook marketplace, a porch extension extension to the tent and a big gazebo that gives us even more space. It does take a little while to set … [Read more...]

Contact lenses are very important for people who love the convenience and all-around vision improvement they provide. That's why, according to the British Contact Lens Association, there are about 3.7 million people who wear contacts in the UK.However, contact lenses can be expensive. In one study published on Optician Online, contact lens wearers spend £28.37 monthly on daily disposable spherical lenses. Still, the researchers found that after letting contact lens wearers try soft toric lenses, they would much prefer these over traditional spherical lenses, as the cheaper toric lenses … [Read more...]

 University is the first step in your adult life. All of a sudden, you are in charge of your destiny. It comes with great responsibility – the chief one being money handling. Building a good budgeting habit from the beginning of your university journey can smooth the path to reaching your academic and life goals earlier while feeling less stressed over your spending. Below are five top budgeting tips for a fantastic university life.1. Understand Your Financial Situation Step one is a simple matter of getting a handle on where you stand financially. Put together a list of all … [Read more...]

Making a family cookbook is a labour of love that brings the family together, strengthens bonds, and celebrates your shared culinary heritage. This project offers a unique opportunity to document the flavours and traditions that have shaped your family's identity. By capturing these recipes in a beautifully designed book, you preserve a legacy that your children, grandchildren, and future descendants can cherish and continue.This comprehensive guide will walk you through each step of making your family cookbook.Step 1: Gathering Family Recipes Start by contacting your relatives … [Read more...]