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Five Fabulously Frugal Things I’ve Done This Week

October 27, 2017 by EmmaB 3 Comments

Friday is here again and it has been difficult to be frugal this week.  It has been half term and that means more days out and the children wanting to do things.  I have had to replace some school uniform as Dyl refuses to stop growing but it looks ridiculous when his jumper is so short on him!
One thing I have done this week is really look into what I am doing with my money long term.  As a self employed person I have money just sitting in my current account.  It is easy just to leave it there but honestly that is just not clever.  It is earning me next to nothing.  I have put more into premium bonds whilst I decide on its long term future.
Another way we have been frugal is by getting in some craft supplies from The Works, Erin’s favourite shop!! We stocked up on cards and wooden decorations which Erin will turn into lovely homemade presents. With this in mind I thought I’d share Five ways that you can be frugal this Christmas.
  • How to make a rag wreath for under £5, this is a super popular post and can easily be made in just a few hours.
  • How to make a chocolate card if you are looking for a frugal and unique present idea this is fun and looks much better than giving a selection box.
  • Fingerprint Christmas card ideas, money saving and perssonalised – this activity kept Erin busy. Generally she makes all her own cards as it is something she loves doing.
  • homemade Christmas decorations using natural products,  one for the more nimble crafters but children can get involved by decorating pinecones.

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  1. Lee says

    October 27, 2017 at 9:07 am

    We’re always popping into The Works as well, I love mooching around the stationery and everything’s so cheap!
    Lee recently posted…Five Frugal Things We’ve Done This Fortnight – 27/10/17My Profile

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  2. Becky says

    October 28, 2017 at 8:18 am

    Oh yes I love the WORKS too! will be checking out your other posts
    Becky recently posted…Bonfire night party foodMy Profile

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  3. Faith A. says

    October 28, 2017 at 11:57 am

    Lovely Christmas present ideas. I need to get started soon if I’m going to make anything, so I don’t run out of time.

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