Getting Started Again

...because 32nd time lucky, right? I guess I never really gave The Student Budget a decent go, so here I am. Again. Hoping beyond hope that more than just a handful of my friends are going to read or share a post. Ideally someone who doesn't’ feel sickeningly obliged to throw half-hearted compliments at me because they owe me $5. TSB was originally created with the idea that it could be a hub where fellow-minded students would share tips, tricks and links on how to get through life without spending (dumping) half our income or devoting (wasting) our spare time. I soon realised that the majority of the followers on Facebook were not students. This got me thinking... 

Buyinvite.com.au: 80% off designer brands

More and more people are taking advantage of these online shops - and for good reason. This Australian site offers a huge variety of products (clothing, shoes, accessories, perfumes, cosmetics) for men, women and children. Don't waste money on items you can get for at least half price online. Do your research and you can save. Buyinvite.com.au offers up to 80% off designer brands, AND offers free delivery within Australia and "easy returns". Whether they're easy or not, we can't say, but here's hoping.

Brittany Balyn: DIY Magnetic Chalkboard Wall

We LOVE creative DIYs! Save on space and resources by converting a wall into a magnetic chalkboard.

Healthy Recipes: 2 Minute Parfait

HANDY TIP: Get cheaper fruits and vegetables at end of day/week sales! Produce can be up to 70% cheaper!

BeyondBeautyStar: Raw & Organic Protein Bar Recipe!

This girl knows what she's doing. And so can you.

Hacks for Simplifying

Everyone loves a good hack. Or a good series of hacks. Or pages of hacks. And these days they come in various shapes and sizes: so check out Twisted Sifter's 40 hacks that will make your life easier. Or at least entertain you for the next 5 minutes.