Earlier this week my husband and I asked my mum if she would like to go to a local carvery for lunch and before she could reply I stated ITS FREE!

The six-week summer holiday is almost over and parents all around the country are counting down the days until they can get some peace and quiet again – but first they have to tackle the back to school shop.

The school holidays are whizzing by, and at the start the thought of a whole six weeks to fill with entertaining activities seemed like an impossible mission.

Redecorating a room can make a big impact but it can also cost big bucks. But there are always ways you can create a fantastic new space without the hefty price tag that comes with it.

It can be an expensive few weeks, but it doesn’t have to cost you the earth. Here are a few tips you can use to keep the kids entertained and your bank balance happy.

Anyone with kids of school age will know the panic of a last-minute party invite – and I had just that when dropping my son off at playschool on Friday.

Sometimes the idea of budgeting can seem incredibly daunting from the start and so many of us stumble before we have begun. We have decided to simplify the idea of a budget, so you can enjoy pain free saving with a tool you can use!

One of my most requested topics is an updated stockpile post or video. For me it’s one of the easiest ways to save my family money and I’m going to tell you how you can do it to.

Now we all know I love a good DIY project and my mum’s no exception, I think that’s where I get it from, but when you swap shopping for making and actually save yourself some money there’s nothing better.

The sun’s out and everyone is enjoying the warm weather. All around the country BBQs are being wheeled out of the garage and dusted off and paddling pools are being inflated.

A few weeks ago I started my journey into the world of reselling, luckily for me I had enough stuff from around the house after doing a mass clear-out that I didn’t need to go and source any stock.

I am not sure why I decided to have a break. I think the lack of coupons and the hassle you get in store, along with switching to reduce to clear items seemed to just take me down a different path but that is all going to change and I have found my couponing mojo again.

I LOVE car boots with a capital L. There are no end to the deals and bargains that can be found. Whether it is rummaging through boxes or spotting that item you have been after for ages but did not want to pay the price tag, there really is something for everyone.


Summer holidays are fun and exciting, but paying for them is a different story. Take a look at some of our favorite money-saving tips to plan the perfect holiday for less!

With being a stay at home mum, I am always looking for ways I can make a few extra pennies. This can come in many forms from weighing in old clothes to collecting coupons and using cash backs sites but there is something else I’ve been interested in.