A No Spend activity is exactly what it says on the tin. It is something you can do (alone or with someone else) which won’t break the bank. I’m a huge fan of these, especially when I’m on a tight budget in the month or just fancying something a little lowkey.
During this Cost of Living crisis, I think more and more people are becoming understanding of the money pressures we’re all facing and are keen to cut their own costs where possible. So don’t feel ashamed or embarrassed to suggest a cheaper or budget-friendly option! Meeting a friend and swapping out the fancy restaurant for a coffee and cake can still have the same impact but not blow your budget.
To help you get started, I’ve created a list of 50 No Spend Ideas. So let’s take a look.
- Netflix marathon
- Plan a future holiday
- Read a book
- Re-organise a room
- Switch out seasonal clothes
- Crochet or knit
- Visit a free museum
- Try a new recipe
- Start a scrapbook
- Build a blanket fort
- Family talent show
- Make your own candles
- Practice mindfulness
- Write a letter to yourself
- Bake some cookies
- Create a time capsule
- Random act of kindness
- Experiment with make-up
- Create a playlist
- Make a vision board
- Clean a corner in your house
- Fill a bag for charity
- Go for a long walk
- Paint your nails
- Journal what you’re grateful for
- At home yoga
- Potter in the garden
- Trip to the beach
- Go on a bike ride
- Crafts with the kids
- Mindmap your long term goals
- Come dine with me with friends
- Learn a TikTok dance
- Play board games
- Sing karaoke
- At home gym session
- Start a new DIY project
- At home pamper session
- Do a favour for a friend
- Cook your partners favourite meal
- Create a budget
- Trip to a free museum
- Explore a new part of town
- List your clothes to sell
- Clean your car
- Have a luxurious bath
- Gather items for a car boot sale
- Rewatch a childhood classic film
- Write a poem
- Try a new hairstyle
I hope this has given you some food for thought and got those creative juices flowing!
Because I don’t know about you but I usually spend money when I’m either bored or hungry. So keeping my hands or mind busy is the best way to keep costs down.
If you’re raring to go and would like to keep yourself accountable, why not check out my No Spend Tracker here.
If keeping costs down is a priority for you so you can save more, head over to my blog post where I share my top tips to save money here.
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