Minimalist cards have a simple design and generally feature subdued colors, neutrals or even black and white. Preference is given to hand made cards with natural materials but many mainstream card brands have options that fit the minimalist aesthetic too. Who doesn’t love getting a card in the mail from a loved one. Especially this […] Read more…
Year: 2019
Is Couponing Worth It?
There is such a hype about couponing in the frugal world, but is couponing really worth it? How much time will you spend to save a buck? Being a frugal minimalist, there is always this pull between saving money and trying to simplify my life and routines. In my experience, coupons are one of those […] Read more…
Get Motivated to Clean When Overwhelmed by Mess!
Overwhelmed by the mess? No motivation to clean house? When you need to clean but have no motivation, sometimes you just want a step by step process. Unfortunately, there is no universal step by step process that will work the same for everyone. But believe me, this is actually a good thing! Lots of naturally […] Read more…
The Difference Between Frugal & Cheap (Thrifty & Stingy)
Do you know the difference between frugal and cheap? I know a lot of people who use frugal and cheap interchangeably, as if they’re two different words for the same thing. Newsflash: They’re not. The main difference between frugal and cheap is the focus and intention behind the desire to save money. Frugal people focus […] Read more…
Top Frugal Minimalist Blogs & YouTubers
Looking for frugal minimalist blogs and videos? This list will guide you to the top resources on living like a frugal minimalist! In this list I’ve included blog posts and YouTube videos that talk about frugal minimalism. Some focus completely on frugal minimalism, while others mention frugal minimalism while focusing on the synonyms, simple or […] Read more…
Your Guide to Frugal Minimalist Living
Frugality and minimalism are sometimes thought to be opposites. How can you save money if you don’t stock up on sales? How can you keep minimal possessions without spending extra when you need to buy something you got rid of last month?? BUT there are a lot of places where they overlap. In fact, I’d […] Read more…
11 Best Canadian Coupon & Grocery Apps
For the longest time I’ve been on the lookout for the best coupon and grocery apps in Canada. Sometimes it’s hard to find Canadian coupon apps because most reviews are written by Americans so I always have to go digging to find out if the program is available in Canada too. Since I had such […] Read more…
How to Eat Healthier on a Budget (11 Completely Free Ways!)
Wondering how to eat healthier on a budget? Healthy eating is notoriously difficult to describe nowadays, with all the different wellness “gurus”, celebrity detoxes and fad diets all making conflicting claims about what constitutes as “healthy”. Not only are their recommendations confusing, but they are often expensive! They can leave you feeling like […] Read more…
How to Remove Labels From Jars the Easy Way
If you’re anything like me, there’s nothing more pleasing than a cupboard full of pretty, matching glass jars filled with food. That minimalist kitchen design look is so popular right now and it’s hard not to want to go out and splurge on a matching set of storage containers! Those containers can be so expensive […] Read more…
24+ Proven Ways to Get Dinner on the Table in Half the Time
Feeling frustrated about how long it takes to get dinner on the table every night? I hear you! With recipes labelled “30 minute meals” often taking 45 minutes or more, it gets exhausting to even try to get dinner on the table sometimes. But resorting to takeout or instant noodles often doesn’t help us in […] Read more…