Shoestring Jane, Author at Mouthy Money

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What debt does to your self-esteem

Tolu Frimpong reveals how debt can crush confidence but inspires with tips to reclaim self-worth…

What to do to help a loved one in debt

Tolu Frimpong shares how to support loved ones in debt with care, offering encouragement, resources,…

Make extra money renting a room

Nick Daws explains how you can make extra money by renting a room Today I’m…

How to check your tax code and correct it if necessary

Nick Daws highlights the importance of checking your tax code to avoid overpaying or underpaying…

Love on a Budget: Will you be my (Frugal) Valentine?

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, but love doesn’t have to cost a fortune!…

Striking the balance between paying off debt and enjoying life

Tolu Frimpong offers a quick guide on how to strike the perfect balance between paying…

Travelling to Europe this year? Here’s why you need a GHIC card

If you’re planning a trip around Europe this year, Nick Daws recommends bringing a Global…

AI market rout – I’m doing my part (nothing!)

DeepSeek has scared the bejesus out of markets this week. Mouthy Money editor Edmund Greaves…

Mouthy Blogger

Shoestring Jane is a full-time self-employed mum of three daughters. Her frugal partner in crime is handyman extraordinaire, Mr Shoestring. They are constantly on the look out for ways to save and make extra money. Read more on her blog, Shoestring Cottage.

Love on a Budget: Will you be my (Frugal) Valentine?

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, but love doesn’t have to cost a fortune!…

16 ways to be more frugal and save money in 2025

Shoestring Jane shares 16 smart and practical ways to live frugally and save more money…

The Instagram home illusion: why you shouldn’t follow trends to create a home you love

Shoestring Jane talks about Instagram home illusions and explains that following trends to create a…

The rise of the anti-consumer #underconsumptioncore

Shoestring Jane explores the rise of #UnderconsumptionCore, where simplicity, sustainability, and mindful living challenge consumerism.…

How to buy Christmas gifts people actually want

Shoestring Jane is your go-to for finding Christmas gifts your loved ones will actually want…

How to sell your stuff online for free: eBay gets rid of fees for private sellers

Shoestring Jane walks us through the latest updates in online selling, including how eBay fees…

How to prepare for a frugal winter

Shoestring Jane suggests practical tips on how to prepare for a frugal winter We have…

How to help charities when you don’t have much money

Shoestring Jane gives some practical tips on how you can help charities when you don’t…

Secondhand September: good for your purse and the planet

Shoestring Jane looks at Secondhand September and how pre-loved items can be good for the…

Eight money makers to put towards your Christmas spending

Shoestring Jane give eight quick money-making tips to put towards your Christmas spending I know…

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The Mouthy Money Podcast

Mouthy Money Competitions

What is the trading allowance and how can you profit from it?

What debt does to your self-esteem

What to do to help a loved one in debt

Make extra money renting a room

How to check your tax code and correct it if necessary

Love on a Budget: Will you be my (Frugal) Valentine?

Striking the balance between paying off debt and enjoying life

Travelling to Europe this year? Here’s why you need a GHIC card

AI market rout – I’m doing my part (nothing!)

Shoestring Jane

Mouthy Blogger

Love on a Budget: Will you be my (Frugal) Valentine?

16 ways to be more frugal and save money in 2025

The Instagram home illusion: why you shouldn’t follow trends to create a home you love

The rise of the anti-consumer #underconsumptioncore

How to buy Christmas gifts people actually want

How to sell your stuff online for free: eBay gets rid of fees for private sellers

How to prepare for a frugal winter

How to help charities when you don’t have much money

Secondhand September: good for your purse and the planet

Eight money makers to put towards your Christmas spending

What is the trading allowance and how can you profit from it?

What debt does to your self-esteem

What to do to help a loved one in debt

Make extra money renting a room

How to check your tax code and correct it if necessary