Ten Ideas for Thrifty Family Fun

Thrifty Family Fun When I think about some of the best fun we have had as a family, shell collecting and strawberry picking, plane watching…

Make your Blog a Commercial Success

If you run a blog your internet reputation and presence are of utmost importance. It’s no use having a fabulous site, full of great ideas,…

Adding value to your home

 Today we are going to look at adding value to your home As you may know if you are a regular reader of family budgeting…

The Frugal Friday Fashion Show: Buttons!

I had an operation yesterday to correct my vision so my good friend Amanda has stepped up to the breech and allowed me to showcase…

The Thrifty Families Blog Carnival: February

Well it’s time again for the Thrifty Families Blog Carnival and do we have some treats in store for you! Handy Tips These fabulous frugalistas…

Save time, money and energy with efficient appliances

Todays guest post is about how to Save time, money and energy with efficient appliances Cheap kitchen appliances may seem like the bargain of the…

Wood Art in Val Gardena

Wood Art in Val Gardena is something special. Yesterday I met a designer called Danielle Proud who gave me a slice of wood carved from…

What I Didn’t Know About Voucher Codes

Today – What I Didn’t Know About Voucher Codes I have been talking a lot about my home since we began our home makeover on…

10 ways you can help your child buy their first property

today – ways you can help your child buy their first property Property investor Vicki Wusche, author of ‘Property for the Next Generation’ has taught…

Green Deal To The Rescue

Todays guest posts is all about saving energy… The cost of energy bills for family homes are increasing rapidly, with most of the major energy…

Budget Fashion Tips from Gok Wan

Budget Fashion Tips from Gok Wan No outfits to show you this week. instead this week I spent my small fashion allowance on a Gok…

Last Minute Holidays

Last Minute Holidays My weight loss in not on track and the wind  has blown my fence off. How rubbish! My bones are achy I’m…

Home Makeover Inspiration on Pinterest

Today – Home Makeover Inspiration on Pinterest Are you on Pinterest?   Home Makeover Inspiration on Pinterest Pinterest is an amazing FREE resource to help…

Let’s Talk about Sex

Lets NOT talk about sex I know lots people find it easy to talk, giggle, discuss even analyse sex but I am not one of…

Funeral Plans: Which is the Best for Me?

Todays guest post is on funeral plans. From the finer details such as the flowers and the cars to broader questions about whether you want…

Homemade gifts: thoughtful or stingy?

Guest post – Homemade gifts: thoughtful or stingy? Homemade gifts can be a great way of showing someone you care without breaking the bank. But…

5 Top Tips for Frugal Fashion

I want to share my 5 top tips to frugal fashion with you. These are taken from my latest eBook . It is available on…

4 Inspiring Resources for your Home Makeover on a Budget

Whilst undertaking our home makeover on a budget I have come across some inspirational resources that I am keen to share with you. Books.. A…

iPhone Apps to Manage Home Chores

Guest post – iPhone Apps to Manage Home Chores In today’s busy world anything that can help you run your household more efficiently as well…

How to Have a Special Valentine’s Day on a …

Special Valentine’s Day on a Budget   I have been thinking about Valentines Day romance and wondering what I can do for my partner that’s cheap and…