Why Paint by Numbers is the Ultimate Budget-Friendly Decor Solution Walk into any home decor store or art gallery, and you’ll quickly discover that quality wall art carries a hefty price tag. A single framed print or canvas painting can easily strain your budget, while custom artwork from professional artists remains out of reach for most households. This is where paint […]
If you love yellow sticker shopping, this post will help you find the best times to pick up reduced food at UK supermarkets, including Sainsbury’s, Aldi, Lidl, Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, Waitrose and Co-op. There’s no exact universal time for reductions, but most supermarkets follow a fairly predictable pattern throughout the day.
Farmfoods is one of those supermarkets that people either forget about completely… or swear by.
If you’ve ever picked up a pack of cooking bacon, you’ll know what I mean, it’s cheap, often a bit of a mixed bag, and not the prettiest rashers. But don’t write it off! These packs are full of flavour and can be turned into some really tasty meals without breaking the bank.
As we enter January, many of us will be looking for ways to book a holiday without spending too much money. Here are some budget short break ideas for 2026.
Are you looking to make some extra money? Here are 10 ways to make extra cash in 2026.
Teen girls can be tricky to buy for. Their interests are wide-ranging and can change almost overnight, which makes finding the right gift a challenge, especially if you don’t know them particularly well.
Each day I see more and more people on falling for these Facebook Scams – here’s what to look out for and keep yourself and your money safe.
If you’re looking to make some extra cash but are fed up of the usual car boot sales and survey sites why not try one of these 60 unusual ways to make money. If you need to make some extra cash there are plenty of ways to go about it. The most obvious are selling unwanted items on eBay or […]
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Christmas can be an extremely expensive time of year for most families. With the cost of food, gifts, decorations and lots of social occasions too it can be very easy to overspend, and even end up getting into debt. Often the best ways to show we care come with spending time and making an extra effort rather than spending lots […]
With the increase in energy prices looming as well as the cost of pretty much everything else going up, here are some ideas for things to do instead of exchanging gifts this Christmas.
Whether you’re new to Vinted or a seasoned seller, you might be wondering how best to price your items. This post takes a look at whether it’s worth pricing items as low as £1 or whether you should be charging more if you want to a better time spent to profit ratio.
After meeting with a friend last week, we decided we should do something with fun with the children during half-term week. She mentioned how much her son was looking forward to dressing up for Halloween so we decided a mini Halloween party was in order. It will be a little bit early, but hopefully still lots of fun. Throwing a […]
Pumpkin carving is one of those activities that has grown hugely in popularity recent years and with most of the supermarkets offering them at bargain prices, often the whole family will get involved and have a pumpkin each.
Buying second hand baby clothes is both great for the environment and for the purse strings! I’ve put together this post full of tips for finding the best deals on second-hand baby clothes to help you stretch your budget as far as possible.
If you’re looking to reduce food waste this is the post for you. Forty hints, tips and tricks to save as much food as possible from ending up in the food waste which is both great for the environment and good for saving money too.
Do you love going to the cinema? I really enjoy catching the latest movies but a trip cinema can be expensive. Here’s how you can get cheap cinema tickets for as little as £3 per person.
Are you wondering how to make money on Vinted? If you’ve heard friends and family talking about making money on Vinted, but aren’t sure how to do it yourself, this post contains everything you need to know.
As summer approaches and lockdown is looking like it will finally end, I’m sure there are lots of people out there that will be keen to get back to doing Car Boot Sales. After all, many of us have had lots of extra time to declutter and find bits and bobs to sell. Here are my Car Boot Sale Tips […]
Looking to find cheap clothes? Vinted is great for finding cheap clothes and lessening fast fashion’s impact on the environment. In this post, I take a look at some foolproof ways to find cheap clothes on Vinted.
There are lots of good reasons to get groceries delivered – it saves time, you’re less inclined to buy food you don’t need and you can easily see how much you’ve spent as you go along. However, it can also be easy to miss out on special offers and yellow sticker bargains. Here are my grocery delivery hacks to help […]
Flights are often the most expensive part of a holiday, especially if you’re travelling further afield such as the USA or Australia. Booking your own flights and accommodation isn’t always to cheapest way to travel but it can give you a lot more flexibility when it comes to dates, times and airline choices.
If you’ve been looking at Center Parcs breaks but been shocked by the prices, you’re not alone. Luckily, there are plenty of cheap Center Parcs alternatives that give you a similar family holiday experience without the hefty price tag. In this post, I’ve rounded up seven options that are perfect for a budget-friendly UK staycation.
Hi, I’m Fiona and Savvy in Somerset is my award winning Personal Finance blog where I cover all things money saving, side hustles and getting the most out of the cash you have.
From saving on staycations to finding the best times for yellow stickers, I encourage readers to think more positively when it comes to their finances.
Winner of Best Frugal and Thrift Blog at the 2018 and 2019 SHOMO Awards.
