Category Archives: Frugal Living

Frugal Gifts Part II

Posted on August 28, 2010 by Frugal Trenches

In Part I I shared 10 ways to save money on gifts! Now onto Part II. 11. Make your own cards or buy a box of assorted charity cards, I buy mine from Toybox Charity - such an inexpensive way to … Continue reading →

Posted in Frugal Living, Frugal Parenting, Giving | 13 Comments

Financially Savvy Friday – Apartment Living

Posted on August 20, 2010 by Frugal Trenches

I have to say, I don’t often think about living in an apartment/condo but lately I’ve been reminded that it may be a frugal choice for many people. Currently in the city I am in (for now), a 2 bedroom … Continue reading →

Posted in Financially Savvy Fridays, Frugal Living | 9 Comments

Be Humble and See It From Other’s Experiences…

Posted on August 18, 2010 by Frugal Trenches

Over the last little while I witnessed two couples mention that they are in such a sound financial position because they made good choices; while I do agree to a point that we can certainly make good financial choices and … Continue reading →

Posted in Being Gentle and Kind, Frugal Living, It's Not About Self | 38 Comments

Blueberries Galore

Posted on August 12, 2010 by Frugal Trenches

Photo credit – Melystu There are 29 pounds worth of blueberries sitting in the kitchen, any ideas/recipes/suggestions as to what to do with them? Right now, I’m just eating them fresh from the basket…

Posted in Frugal Food, Frugal Living | 21 Comments

Q & A Wednesdays

Posted on August 11, 2010 by Frugal Trenches

Photo credit Harneis – Flickr  Question: I spend a lot of money on various lotions, cleanser, toner and moisturizer and make-up! I wondered what your beauty regime is?” This one made me laugh a lot! The truth is, I pretty much rely on drinking … Continue reading →

Posted in Frugal Living, Questions and Answers | 9 Comments

Very Few Things Are Actually Free…

Posted on August 3, 2010 by Frugal Trenches

I help many friends with their finances, or more specifically, I help them budget. Last night I met up with one of these friends and she told me she had booked another holiday. I was quite surprised since she had … Continue reading →

Posted in Frugal Living, Frugal Travel, Personal Responsibility | 7 Comments

Frugal Gift Ideas Part I

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Frugal Trenches

Recently I helped a friend slash her budget for gifts by about 90%. I’ve already shared some ways I do this in the 100 Ways To Save Series, but thought I’d tackle a few ideas in-depth here. 1. Budget for … Continue reading →

Posted in Family Life, Frugal Living, Giving | 21 Comments

One Hundred Ways To Save Money Part X

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Frugal Trenches

This is the final installment of the series and I hope that this last part has some tougher but long lasting tips which can really change your life! For parts 1-90 please see here! 91. Get over your sense of … Continue reading →

Posted in 100 Ways To Save Money, Downshifting, Faith, Frugal Living, Oh so Blessed, Personal Responsibility | 17 Comments

Cost Of Being Single £254,082 ($400,000 US)

Posted on July 22, 2010 by Frugal Trenches

The Telegraph has an article on the added costs of being single and how that adds up over a lifetime! This does not take into account the loss of an extra income, the cost of childcare on one income (if you … Continue reading →

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One Hundred Ways To Save Money Part IX

Posted on July 21, 2010 by Frugal Trenches

For Tips 1-80 see here 81. Become a member of Birthday clubs – see if your local restaurants, coffee shops and ice cream parlours have free food on your birthday! 82.  Pay cash for everything! If you don’t have cash … Continue reading →

Posted in 100 Ways To Save Money, Frugal Living | 11 Comments