The winter chill is setting in so it’s not surprising oily raggers are turning their attention to cheaper heating costs. Last winter we received lots of tips recommending bubble wrap as window insulation, like this one from Lisa in Whakatane. “In response to your article about keeping warm in winter I would like to […]
The oily rag mail bags are full to over flowing, so this week we take a dip and share some of the creative suggestions sent in by our frugal friends on how to live well for less cost. Here’s a tip for buying clothes at second hand shops. Always check the clothing labels to […]
This week the Government released its Budget, so we thought this week we would deliver our Oily Rag Budget! While the number of zeros attached to the numbers is not up to the size of government, the principles are the same: spend less than you earn so you have money left over at the […]
This week we take a lucky dip into the oily rag mail bag to share some of the many money saving tips we have received by email and post. Here’s a great tip your dogs and cats will love: “I made a great dog bed by cutting up an old foam mattress. This required […]
Last week we asked readers to help out with a couple of questions. True to form the oily rag community rallied around with suggestions. Viv from Masteron asked, “I have an excess of Nashi pears. Has anyone got some good tips? I thought about jam but not sure what to put with them.” […]