I talk an awful lot about what I don't buy. But of course there are things that I do buy. Last Tuesday I had a batch-errand day. When I do shop I try to do all the purchases in one outing. This keeps the mind focused on what I need rather than browsing and being tempted to buy things I want. I don't allow a huge amount of time for such shopping trips. Last ...
make do and mend
To Buy Or Not To Buy – That Is The Question
It's that time of year again. My boot's have had their annual make-over. Last Spring it was new soles at a cost of £12.50. This year new insoles at a cost of £2.99. The heels will soon need replacing adding a further cost of £7-£10. Not bad for a pair of boots that I originally bought off eBay 3 years ago second-hand for £35. This will be the second year ...
SuperScrimping – Patching It Up And Polishing It Out
This post was originally planned for yesterday but I'm glad I delayed it, as last night I watched SuperScrimpers on Channel 4. It would appear that the subject of this post is becoming popular once more. Patching it up, polishing it out, making do and mending. And of course reducing what we waste, be that food, cloth or just items that we would once have ...