frugal living Archives

Reflections. Shifting Perspective From A Me Centred World

Thoughts on changing attitudes.

The Little Things In Life Making Cents

Saving a few cents here and there can add up.

Why Frugal and Thriving

Photo by Thai Jasmine   What does ‘thriving’ have to do with being frugal? If anything, being frugal seems the opposite to ‘thriving’. Before the credit crunch, being frugal had a bad name. It was sneered at. In an age of consumerism we strived for bigger houses, better cars, more stuff and higher capital gains [...]

24 Creative Ways to Recycle Cardboard Milk Cartons

Save money and the enviromnent with these creative ways to recycle cardboard milk cartons.

Save Money On Cookware At Your Local Army Disposals Store

Save money on quality cookware by buying cast iron cookware at your local army disposals store.

Will Duct Tape Fix All The Problems In The World?

Being frugal calls for some creative outside the box thinking to solve everyday problems without spending any money.

Can Your Hobbies Save You Money?

Hobbies can save money by having the skills to make yourself what you would normally have to buy.

goal setting part two – making it happen

Once you have brainstormed and written down your goals, small action steps are the key to achieving them.

what does it mean to be fugal?

What are the characteristics of a frugal person? Maybe you have a picture of scrooge in your mind? Maybe you’re thinking chickens and homemade soap? Here is a definition of frugality that you can slip into, no matter where you are in life.