Shoestring Jane, Author at Mouthy Money

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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.

How to make extra income from your home

Shoestring Jane explains how you can make extra income from your home Our homes are…

Where to find the best money-saving resources in 2025

Shoestring Jane is here to help you find the best money-saving resources available online! There…

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…

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The Mouthy Money Podcast

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When it comes to couples finances, I’m a socialist at heart

What Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs mean for your finances

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Get ready for the stealth Brit ISA

Spring Statement 2025: Rachel Reeves’s key announcements

Going to miss the Stamp Duty deadline? You could be £4,000 better for it

What do you want to do in retirement? I’m buying a chicken patch

Key things to consider before selling an investment

Trump tariffs: time to flee to an investment safe haven?

Shoestring Jane

Mouthy Blogger

How to make extra income from your home

Where to find the best money-saving resources in 2025

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

When it comes to couples finances, I’m a socialist at heart

What Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs mean for your finances

Investment trusts: everything you need to know

The Mouthy Money Podcast

Get ready for the stealth Brit ISA