10 Thrifty Ways to Reuse Plastic Bottles
Plastic pollution is a real problem for the planet. Twenty million metric tonnes of plastic are dumped into the environment every year. Whilst we are […]
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Online Surveys – Are They Worth The Time And Effort?
Online surveys have a mixed reputation. They are a way to earn extra money for some and a source of frustration for others. Anyone who […]
Ten Ways To Reuse Coffee Grounds
While we are still a nation of tea drinkers, we Brits love our coffee, too. We drink approximately 95 million cups of coffee each day, […]
Homemade Laundry Detergent and Fabric Softener
Until recently, I didn’t even realise that homemade laundry detergent was a thing! I was aware of some alternatives to traditional laundry products, such as […]
Living Off-Grid In The UK – Is It Possible?
Many of us dream of disconnecting from everyday life and living a simpler, more sustainable life. Living off-grid is appealing, driven by considerable rises in […]
Help For Debt – The UK Breathing Space Scheme
Since the pandemic threw the country into chaos, many of us have experienced the financial fallout. The cost of living has soared, and rising energy […]
How to Save Money on NHS Prescriptions
We are so lucky in the UK to have excellent free healthcare and subsidised medicines through the NHS. It costs £9.90 ( June 2024) for […]
Use By and Best Before Dates: Saving Money on Groceries
Many of us automatically throw away any food past its Best Before date. But did you know that much of it is still safe to […]
The Olio Food Sharing App
Yesterday, we looked at the Too Good To Go app, which allows customers to purchase surplus food from shops, restaurants and cafes. Today, we are looking […]
The 50/30/20 Rule And How It Can Help You Budget
Have you heard about the 50/30/20 rule? I must admit that until recently, it was a new one to me. But now I understand the […]