Special occasions with a thrifty twist

Thrifty venue decor & wedding planning hacks

Easy DIY party decor projects

Party ideas & yummy cakes

Theme ideas & DIY decoration projects

Fun day trips on a budget

Fun with your friends – decor, drinks & games

Romantic date night ideas & homemade gifts

Money-saving tips for stay-at-home parties

Low-cost present ideas handmade with love

Spring projects & Easter bakes

Festive fun for Xmas + New Years

Spooky decorations & ghostly gatherings

Need inspiration for a fun yet thrifty party? Want to add a crafty DIY touch to your special event? Are you planning your wedding day but don’t want to blow the budget? Have a look though these categories above or blog posts below to find frugal inspiration for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, hen nights, parties, festive celebrations and all kinds of special occasions!

PARTIES, DIYs, WEDDINGS & MORE…

Charity fundraising ideas – How to plan an event to remember

If you're planning a fundraising event this year, here are some handy ideas that'll help you plan an event that you, your guests and your chosen charity will remember ...
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Guest Post – How to make a personalised baby onesie

Want to put some love and effort into creating a 'welcome to the world' gift for the baby in your life? Today's guest DIY project by Naomi shows you how to hand make a personalised onesie for the little one... ...
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4 Unique ways to cut costs on your wedding day

When it comes to their wedding day every bride to be wants to make their day as memorable as possible, so I'm sharing some of the unique ways you can make your day special without it costing a small fortune ...
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5 Things every fun outdoor party needs

Hosting a big outdoor party is what summer is all about for many people and I can't wait to get into the garden this year. Here are 5 easy ideas to help you plan a fun outdoor party ...
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10 Dos and don’ts for an amazing hen party

Are you that notorious maid-of-honour who is supposed to plan the most thrilling and fabulous hen do for your favourite girl? A hen’s party should be memorable, and the best night of the bride-to-be’s single life. I can feel your ...
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Giant Creme Egg cheesecake recipe for Easter

Do you love creme eggs? Are you a fan of cheesecake? Well today's your lucky day because I'm sharing a recipe to make a giant creme egg cheesecake for Easter..! ...
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Weddings on a budget – How to find a low-cost cake

A wedding cake is an important part of a traditional wedding reception, but that doesn't mean you have to spend a small fortune on something you're going to eat! Here's how to find a low-cost cake for your celebration ...
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How to throw a frugal yet fabulous wedding

Most couples don’t have a blank cheque to spend on making their wedding dreams become reality, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a breathtaking big day, even if you're sticking to a tight budget ...
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Budget gift ideas for your other half

Whether your relationship is new and still blossoming or you have been with each other for years, gift giving within a relationship can be a tricky process – especially if you are on a budget ...
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Thrifty Mother’s Day ideas to suit all budgets

Mother's day is coming up on 11th March so I thought I'd share some thrifty tips for ways to celebrate with mum that'll suit all budgets ...
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My blog is in the Top 30 DIY Blogs in the UK! + Valentine’s Day decor

FANTASTIC NEWS! I've just found out that My Thrifty Life is one of the Top 30 DIY blogs in the UK and I really can't believe my eyes..! ...
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Valentines treats for all the family

Valentine's day isn't just about new couples or married folk; if you've got family and friends you want to celebrate with, go ahead and give them a treat this Valentine's day with these alternative gift suggestions ...
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3 Beautiful winter wedding themes

If you're planning a winter wedding, here are three classy themes that look great with a backdrop of snow and frost at this time of year ...
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How to choose a special occasion outfit that you’ll wear again

Shopping for special occasions. It's something that I really don't like to do. Sure, I love buying the happy couple a wedding present, and it's wonderful to watch the youngsters heading off to their first prom. But it's the concept ...
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Happy New Year everyone!

Here's to a fantastic 2018 for all! ...
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How to decorate cocktail glasses for a party

Great news - my project on prettifying glassware for New Year's Eve was published in Reloved magazine this month! Check out Issue 50 for the step-by-step guide to creating these decorated cocktail glasses ...
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Merry Christmas everyone!

Recipe video – My festive mulled cider (or apple juice!) recipe

Everyone loves a hot mulled drink at Christmas, am I right? Wrapping your hands around a steaming cup of mulled cider, wine or apple juice is just what you need after coming in from a cold winters walk ...
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Festive Pieday Friday Recipe – Hubby’s maple glazed ham

Now, I really can't take credit for today's festive recipe. In fact, the only input I had was telling my husband that we had a bottle of maple syrup in the cupboard. Yes, really, that's it! Hubby created this festive ...
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Top ideas for last-minute Christmas gifts

Yes, you may have been rather disorganised and got into the Christmas spirit too early this year – but even if you haven’t done all your present shopping, there’s no need to panic. The Christmas countdown is well and truly ...
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How to DIY a Christmas tree wall unit

It can be difficult to fit a big bushy Christmas tree into your home, can't it? Especially if you're living in a flat (how do you even get it up the stairs?!) or a cosy terrace with Victorian proportions. If ...
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6 Homemade gifts for the Emmaus Second Hand Santa Challenge

I've been DIYing again, and this time I'm making Christmas gifts. After the fun I had making my Christmas jumper bunting for Emmaus, I jumped at the chance to join in with their Second Hand Santa Challenge again during gift ...
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The best New Year’s Eve displays in the UK

December brings Christmas, a very special and magical period, though it also brings the end of 2017, with the start of a new year dawning upon us. With that in mind, it’s time to plan your New Year’s countdown to ...
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A Fool Proof Guide to Festive Entertaining

Today I'm sharing some expert advice from i heart Wines to get your guests ‘rioja-ing’ around the Christmas tree (excuse the awesome pun!) I've already shared my favourite mulled wine recipe using i heart Rosé earlier this week so that's one warming ...
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