tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post5979707594512660874..comments2024-03-29T16:21:59.295+11:00Comments on My Abundant Life: This Week's Frugal Tasks 31st January 2015Wendy Gowerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-46037126553868982202015-02-11T14:55:20.426+11:002015-02-11T14:55:20.426+11:00Thankyou.Thankyou.Wendy Gowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-49438008526888234162015-02-11T09:44:24.650+11:002015-02-11T09:44:24.650+11:00Wendy you answered anon with such grace. Kudos.Wendy you answered anon with such grace. Kudos.Theresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00948148571415167380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-89218799985464993812015-02-05T15:26:09.269+11:002015-02-05T15:26:09.269+11:00Well said !!!Well said !!!Wendy Gowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-90682915837100059942015-02-05T15:15:58.476+11:002015-02-05T15:15:58.476+11:00Oh dear I feel so sorry for you that you can't...Oh dear I feel so sorry for you that you can't see life as a gift and feel blessed with love and goodness around you anon. No I am not a Christian but a Buddhist. Who believes that by being kind of heart then kindness and love will surround you even in hard times. Please don't join this forum if all you do in bag out the people on it. The world is not always a fun place to be but we are all just trying to tread a little lighter on it.Janine 16https://www.blogger.com/profile/12355965470722258834noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-91123765187019525622015-02-05T14:27:47.681+11:002015-02-05T14:27:47.681+11:00I use seasonel on my wedges. It's an orange s...I use seasonel on my wedges. It's an orange seasoning that was the Hoyts brand, Now I just refilll the container with something similar from Hindustan. I also spray the wedges with olive oil.Wendy Gowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-24478482095744476882015-02-04T19:23:04.592+11:002015-02-04T19:23:04.592+11:00I have had a good look at the website you recommen...I have had a good look at the website you recommended and it looks really good. Unfortunately I don't live in Melbourne. However I am lucky that there are lots of asian and indian grocers a few suburbs away and they are quite competitive and goid with their prices (very similar to the website you gave).<br />I was quite shocked by the quote i was given for a cake! I'll definitely send you a picture of the cake once made. I'm lucky that I will have help and will have access to cake decorating tools.<br />What herbs and spices do you use to coat your wedges (if any)? <br /><br />Amy Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-9575635294058245422015-02-02T21:12:58.223+11:002015-02-02T21:12:58.223+11:00Thankyou for the info Stella. I'll have to gi...Thankyou for the info Stella. I'll have to give it a go with the goodies my chooks leave in the pen.Wendy Gowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-83082766982217113192015-02-02T20:59:48.391+11:002015-02-02T20:59:48.391+11:00Hi Wendy, my name is Stella.
I started the soup...Hi Wendy, my name is Stella. <br /><br />I started the soup with a very compacted lump of chook poo and just covered it with water and let it sit for a day, then diluted and used the water on my plants. Over time the compacted lump is slowly breaking down to a murky sludge but I'm still getting lots of goodness out of it and it hasn't completely disappeared yet.<br /><br />I dilute it as it can be a bit strong for the plants and burn them if the concentration is too much.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-36243432457670143192015-02-02T20:40:53.797+11:002015-02-02T20:40:53.797+11:00Thanks, I've got a little time up my sleeve.Thanks, I've got a little time up my sleeve.Wendy Gowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-12816358534435867812015-02-02T19:58:05.714+11:002015-02-02T19:58:05.714+11:00Hi Wendy,
They are great gifts! Thanks for the t...Hi Wendy, <br /><br />They are great gifts! Thanks for the tips :) Our wedding is on the 16th of April next year! <br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-20619098594525736812015-02-02T17:12:16.326+11:002015-02-02T17:12:16.326+11:00That's a great list. What is your name so I c...That's a great list. What is your name so I can address you properly ? <br /><br />How long do your let the chook poo soup sit for ?Wendy Gowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-13893740123817014132015-02-02T17:10:29.134+11:002015-02-02T17:10:29.134+11:00We gave Megan some new canvas prints for her bedro...We gave Megan some new canvas prints for her bedroom walls, Sims computer games ( bought from Savers op shop ), cushion covers, Dymo labeller tape ( she got one for Christmas ), deod, Macaroon cooking set.<br /><br />Perfume is always good if you know what she likes. Or movie tickets.<br /><br />When is the date for your wedding so I can post something before then ?Wendy Gowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-91947110134801595492015-02-02T17:05:48.128+11:002015-02-02T17:05:48.128+11:00When you mend an item you get better dollar value....When you mend an item you get better dollar value.Wendy Gowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-63381963646185505102015-02-02T12:06:28.096+11:002015-02-02T12:06:28.096+11:00Hello Wendy. What a great week you had. I am awed ...Hello Wendy. What a great week you had. I am awed by your garden. What a success! I had a lovely productive week and baked to save money on school lunches, sewed and knitted some gifts and altered and mended some clothing. All things that many families don't do any more and which save us hundreds if not thousands, as you would know. Have a lovely week! Mimi...xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-74479772216946402792015-02-02T12:02:26.281+11:002015-02-02T12:02:26.281+11:00Hi Wendy,
You've had a very frugal week! You...Hi Wendy, <br /><br />You've had a very frugal week! Your peach jam looks so good and love Megan's birthday cake idea, what a cute suprise! What did she get for her birthday? It's my nieces 17th birthday this week and was hoping i could get some pressie ideas from you! <br /><br />I am wondering whether you could suggest a few tips on keep wedding costs down to a minimum - the wedding day and all that goes with it, the bridal shower and hens shower. <br />I'm currently in the middle of planning my wedding, and everything is so expensive! <br /><br />Many thanks, <br />Kelly Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-43799000937330872932015-02-01T21:41:12.114+11:002015-02-01T21:41:12.114+11:00Hi Wendy,
I'm only just starting my frugal li...Hi Wendy,<br /><br />I'm only just starting my frugal living journey but I'm learning so much from your blog and your readers who kindly share their tips as well.<br /><br />This week I have :<br /><br />* picked fresh basil to freeze for use later in the year<br />* used my kids bathwater to make chook poo soup for my pot plants<br />* used my chook poo for the poo soup<br />* clipped some overgrown grass around my house to feed the chooks and use less grain for their food<br />* made a massive basic mince pot and bulked it out with finely grated zucchini and carrot and finely chopped mushrooms then turned half into bolognaise and the other half into chilli con carne. I got 9 meals out of it for the freezer.<br />* cut some lovely roses and brought them inside to brighten up my table<br /><br />Tomorrow I'll turn 4 brown bananas into muffins for the school lunches and go through the fridge to make sure I use up things before they need to be thrown out.<br /><br />Have a lovely week and I look forward to next weeks list for more inspiration!<br /> Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-75061479555351694072015-02-01T21:17:01.994+11:002015-02-01T21:17:01.994+11:00Amy, I live in Melbourne and buy all my herbs, s...Amy, I live in Melbourne and buy all my herbs, spices, nuts and dried fruit from Hindustan Imports in Dandenong. You can shop online and if you spend over $90 and live in Melbourne metro, it's free delivery.<br /><br />$280 for a cake. Oh my goodness. I could feed my family for a month on that. When you make the cake, could you please send me a message through my facebook page. I'll give you my email address as I'd love to see a photo<br /><br />It doesn't matter how big or small your frugal list is as long as you've done something frugal during the week.Wendy Gowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-35900341758546380792015-02-01T21:09:46.760+11:002015-02-01T21:09:46.760+11:00That was thoughtful of your neighbour.
Yes the ex...That was thoughtful of your neighbour.<br /><br />Yes the extra shirf counts especially if the money is put to good use.Wendy Gowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-79166857964330649892015-02-01T21:07:12.148+11:002015-02-01T21:07:12.148+11:00How exciting Jill, a free sewing machine. Just s...How exciting Jill, a free sewing machine. Just start with straight sewing and you'll get the hang of it. Maybe start with a library bag using scrap material. The face washers I featured on a post are very easy too and make great presents.Wendy Gowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-76096197828304475392015-02-01T20:08:03.213+11:002015-02-01T20:08:03.213+11:00Hi Wendy, that cake looks delicious! I'll be ...Hi Wendy, that cake looks delicious! I'll be making a cake myself soon as well. I inquired at a local cake shop on how much a cake for a baby shower would cost and they quoted me about $280 (!!!!). Certainly something I could not afford, especially since the cake I want is quite simple. I've only done a few frugal tasks this week since we've had lots going on:<br />- gluten free cereal was selling for $2 a box a coles (this NEVER happens), so I bought as many boxes possible. I saved over $40 in cereal and have enough to last me a long time.<br />- Adding shredded carrots to my bolognese sauce to stretch it that little bit further<br />- froze left over corned beef for sandwiches<br />- made more GF bread<br />- gratefully accepted a bag of apples from a neighbour, will take these to work during the week.<br />- saved money by not going to the cinema, instead stayed at home and enjoyed a movie with hubby with homemade popcorn (not the microwave stuff) and fresh fruit. Saving us a good $40.<br />- bought dried herbs and spices from the local asian grocer. These are so much cheaper to buy from an asian grocer than a supermarket (some spices are more than half the price) and the quality is actually very good <br /><br />I hope you have a great week. I look forward to your next blog!<br /><br />AmyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-18216764797271983952015-02-01T17:39:30.030+11:002015-02-01T17:39:30.030+11:00Hi Wendy,
You have been busy!!! The cake looks gre...Hi Wendy,<br />You have been busy!!! The cake looks great.<br />My frugal tasks this week are:<br />- Made bulk biscuit dough and froze<br />- Made bulk meat sauce and froze<br />- Was gifted …2 Doz eggs at use by date, so made Whole Orange cake with 1 doz, then froze in portions. Made a couple of loaf tin fruit cakes and froze. Made a large quiche which was used for 2 dinners and a lunch for hubby.<br />- All washing dried outside or on clothes horse in garage.<br />- Worked extra shift to add money to Slush Fund.(Don't know if this counts Wendy)<br />-All meals except one made from scratch at home.(Fish and Chips takeaway, it was a nice change)<br />-Walked to work a couple of days this week saved on petrol.<br />So fortunate this week, neighbour left basket of plums, tomatoes and zucchinis from her garden at my front door. It was a lovely surprise to come home to.<br />Have a good weeks.<br />Warm regards<br />Kathryn🙋Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-73717856148118276322015-02-01T17:19:11.851+11:002015-02-01T17:19:11.851+11:00Hi Wendy.
I had a great week as I scored a free se...Hi Wendy.<br />I had a great week as I scored a free sewing machine. Admittedly, I do not know how to sew yet, but this will be my goal for the coming year. My daughter starts school next year, so I figure if I can learn to do hems, then I will save myself a small fortune. I just hate paying someone $10-15 to take up a pair of pants!!<br />This week I also cooked all my meals from scratch and baked a chocolate cake. I am also starting to grow a few vegies/herbs. So far I have rosemary, chives, parsley, basil and lettuce. <br />Did my grocery shopping for this coming week and only spent about $50. Saw a few good 1/2 price specials on a few pantry items, so I stocked up.<br />Continuely love reading your blog!Jillnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-6844208058596281762015-02-01T15:14:15.630+11:002015-02-01T15:14:15.630+11:00I'm glad you've found my blog too Deb. I ...I'm glad you've found my blog too Deb. I appreciate everyone who comments as it builds a great community. I love hearing how everyone saves money. It inspires me to try harder.Wendy Gowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-54427233561558016222015-02-01T15:12:18.228+11:002015-02-01T15:12:18.228+11:00Hi Liz, I've had a lot of no spend days this ...Hi Liz, I've had a lot of no spend days this week and it feels great. I was too busy at homebeing frugal to go out and spend.Wendy Gowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7122163157306498894.post-5211424712900086842015-02-01T15:10:56.834+11:002015-02-01T15:10:56.834+11:00Tania, the mild weather is great because we are n...Tania, the mild weather is great because we are not using the cooling and heating. But it's not good for ripening tomatoes.<br /><br />It sounds like your husband is very industrious.Wendy Gowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01079131126381265901noreply@blogger.com