Practical Tips that Helped Cut the Cost of my Washing Powder by MORE THAN HALF …

January 22, 2018

  If you’re on a mission to save money and reduce your household budget, one place to start is in the laundry. As washing powder will be an essential item on most household shopping lists, I’ve put together a list of practical tips which will help cut its cost by at least half, if not more. Not only will you save cash but most of these tips will be kinder to the environment because less product used also means less packaging and transporting of the final product. And the savings won’t just stop there, because if you buy and use less powder and also do fewer … read more

How to Budget for the Cost of Christmas Next Year …

January 8, 2016

  Christmas can be one of the most expensive times of the year but with a well thought-out plan, a positive attitude and a solid budget, there’s no reason not to survive and to sail into the New Year without a financial hangover. But what few people realise is that the best time to start planning and budgeting for Christmas is just after the previous one has finished … so , in other words, RIGHT NOW! I learned this lesson a long time ago. After years of frustration, stress and maxing out the credit card, I decided there had to be a better way, so this is what I … read more

How to Save a Small Fortune on the Cost of Hair Care …

August 10, 2014

I am regularly complimented on the shine and condition of my hair and, while I’m always surprised, I also have to giggle at the “shock” that registers on peoples’ faces when I explain how little attention I give my hair and how little it costs. On the other hand, I have a very dear friend, who is mortified by my casual treatment of my locks and feels that my attitude is totally disrespectful to the “Hair Gods” and every hairdresser that’s ever walked the planet! She chooses the full service treatment from her hairdresser and, while I completely respect her choices, I … read more

How to Save Money on Gift Wrapping …

July 23, 2014

Many times throughout the year, we all find the need to give gifts for all kinds of events such as birthdays, weddings, engagements, anniversaries, special days like Mothers Day and Fathers Day, Christmas and so on. And while sticking to a budget to purchase these gifts, the cost of wrapping paper, gift bags, ribbons, bows, boxes and cards is often overlooked. These extra items can be quite expensive and can significantly add up of the space of one year. Here are some tips and suggestions that I use to help reduce the cost: Buy your wrapping paper from a … read more