Every week (ish) I share five frugal things that I've done during the previous week just to show you that the small things you do all add up to a great frugal lifestyle where you can learn to live a fabulously frugal life. Hey! 👐1) Anyone who has stuck with me and read these weekly posts for a while now, knows that my favourite way to start one is with a bunch of bargain flowers and these beauties were probably my biggest bargain yet.It was definitely a case of right place, right time for this one as I was in the queue at Asda when a member of staff … [Read more...]
How Does Water Damage Impact Your Home’s Energy Efficiency?
Water damage can significantly reduce your home's energy efficiency and result in increased utility bills. Whether it's a consequence of natural disasters or the fault of leaky pipes, it's essential to promptly address these issues.Not only does water damage physically deteriorate your house, but its insidious effects on energy efficiency can slip under the radar - proper insulation is critical for controlling thermal energy flow, and saturation compromises how good it does it's job so take my advice and don't let unnoticed water damage drain your finances—consider reaching … [Read more...]
Extreme Day Trips – the truth….
Have you heard of an extreme day trip?It's basically a day trip that's a little bit further afield then the average day trip and usually involves an aeroplane to get there. It’s perfectly possible to visit many places in a day, going out on the first flight of the day and coming back on one of the last flights. And not only is it possible, it can actually be ridiculously cheap to do this as well because of all the low cost airlines competing for business now. I first heard about the idea of an extreme day trip a couple of months ago when a group popped up in my Facebook feed which … [Read more...]
Five Frugal Things we did this week {13 December 2024}….
Every week (ish) I share five frugal things that I've done during the previous week just to show you that the small things you do all add up to a great frugal lifestyle where you can learn to live a fabulously frugal life. Hey! 👐1) Our tree is up.I've read that it takes around 20 years for a fake Christmas tree to become more sustainable than buying a real one each year and although this one isn't 20 years old, it's about half way there and I love it so much that I can't imagine it not lasting another 10.We did consider a real tree this year but … [Read more...]
Gearing Up for the UK’s Housing Season as Prices Tipped to Rise Again….
Traditionally, the coldest months of the year are the worst for the UK housing market. December and January are particularly poor for people looking to sell. So, referring to the knowledge we have readily available online, many won’t list until the warmer seasons come around.The best time to sell, it’s said, is in March. Late February, April, May, and June are also down as good times to sell. Whether you’re looking to upgrade or downsize, given the direction of the UK housing market, early 2025 looks to be a prime window to get involved. Promising Figures for UK Housing There has … [Read more...]
What Kind of Perfume Is an Eau de Parfum?
When it comes to choosing a fragrance, understanding the different types of perfumes and their compositions can make a world of difference in selecting the right scent for you. Among the most popular categories of perfume is Eau de Parfum, often abbreviated as EDP. But what exactly is an Eau de Parfum, and how does it differ from other fragrances like Eau de Toilette (EDT) or Eau de Cologne (EDC)? In this article, we’ll explore what Eau de Parfum is, its characteristics, and why it may be the perfect option for your fragrance wardrobe.Understanding the Basics: What Is Eau de Parfum? Eau … [Read more...]
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