Household emergencies aren’t just irritating – they’re expensive, too. Suddenly finding yourself without hot water or a working toilet is bad enough, but depending on how tight your monthly budget tends to be, the cost of fixing these unforeseen problems can be just as disruptive. This is why it’s such a good idea to invest …
It can be eye-watering how much contact lenses cost every year, but by doing a few simple things, you can slash your annual bill. This is all about getting your lenses, made by the same company for a much lower cost. Buy your Contacts Online to Slash Costs You can save hundreds of pounds by …
Anytime after September, I switch into a hermit and stay indoors. I’d stay in all day if I could, but, annoyingly, my kids aren’t. I found out very quickly that when we’re out the house the kids are better behaved, even if it’s for just a tiny part of the day. That’s fine during the …
I love cake, especially when it’s easy to cook and cheap to make. Last weeks caramel Bake Off episode inspired me to find out if I could make my very own caramel cake. Not just any caramel cake I’d like to add, but a big celebration type cake that would normally cost over £10 in …
Unless you’ve been living in a cave somewhere, you would have noticed your grocery bill slowly rising. All the basics have been hit, leaving us shoppers sandwiched anywhere between high prices and fewer wages. We’ve all been feeling the pinch, but there are a few simple tips and tricks you can use to help you …
With soaring line rental costs and out of contract pricing, many of us are being hit hard with soaring broadband bills. Research has found that when our contract ends, 15 million of us in the UK are unintentionally paying an average of £113 a year more of our broadband after the introductory deal ends. First …
We all know how important it is to save money for a ‘rainy day’, but it’s equally important to put aside some money to allow us to get away (albeit temporarily) from those rainy days. The perfect holiday doesn’t come cheap though. Deciding on your destination is only the beginning, you also need to work …
If you’re all about saving money on your energy bills, the chances are that you have already heard about the benefits of LED lighting. However, if you haven’t, or if you’re wondering exactly how LED lighting can save you money, don’t worry – we’re here to tell you! What are LEDs? LED stands for Light …
I hate spending money, go figure, which is why I love the idea of up cycling. You can get a modern day individual look for almost nothing; now that’s a win in my book. When it comes to lifestyle furniture, the best pieces are the ones with the most history and those of a quirkier …
During the school holidays your kids are going to need something to do, if only to spare your furniture and walls. There are plenty of activities to do both inside and out, dependent on the weather, and Rossall have a few tips to keep them entertained during those long days. Crafts One for when it’s a wet …