Save Money With Some Low-Cost Ideas For Your Weekends
Finding ways to save during a cost-of-living crisis isn’t easy. For many people, cutting back will mean limiting treats like going out for dinner or to the movies on the weekend. And while these sacrifices might be necessary right now, that doesn’t mean your weekends must be boring. In fact, there are still plenty of fun things you can do on the weekend without having to spend a lot of money. Take a look at some low-cost weekend ideas that will keep you busy, and give you a chance to relax, too.
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Walks were a big activity during the pandemic, and if you’re walking a little less now that things have eased off, it may be time to pick it back up again. Walking has many benefits for your mental health, and is a great excuse to socialize and catch up with friends and family. Best of all, it costs nothing, so you can easily fill your weekends with walking get-togethers to give your body and mind a boost.
All moms deserve a treat, and on the weekend, it’s important to try and take some time for yourself. An at-home spa day could be one of the ways you can de-stress and give yourself a bit of a treat. Start with a nice bath and a playlist of spa music to get you in the mood, then follow up with some of your favorite treatments like a face mask, foot bath, or hair treatment. Taking a little time to yourself can be a real treat, leaving you feeling much more refreshed.
Baking is another fun and affordable activity that can put you in a great mood, and it’s something that the kids can get involved in too. Baking some sweet treats can make up for not heading out for a coffee or ice cream, and might even uncover a hidden talent too. Check out some recipes for desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth and fall in love with baking. It could end up being your new weekend hobby! Want to save money on baking supplies? Try using this Ibotta referral code on your next grocery tip!
Want to enjoy the night out but without the cost? Why not have a night out at home instead? You can invite friends over, get dressed up and get ready for a night of music and dancing, karaoke, games – whatever you love to do on a night out. A ‘night out’ at home can be a lot of fun and much cheaper than going out – plus you can take your shoes off whenever you feel like it! Who says you have to miss out on the fun because you’re trying to save?
Finding budget-friendly ways to have fun on the weekend is tough, but if you start thinking creatively – you can do it. Even if you mix up some of your usual weekend activities with some ‘no-spend’ weekends, you can still save some extra money while keeping your weekends busy.
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