Five ways to mark ‘May The Fourth’ aka Star Wars Day

IN a galaxy not very far away, there are some great buys to mark “May The Fourth”, aka Star Wars Day. If you are a fan of the sci-fi franchise, follow these tips for some deals that are out of this world.  7 Star Wars fans can follow these tips for some out-of-this-world deals . . .Credit: Shutterstock GET IT FREE: Head to lego.com, as the brand launches the Star Wars Luke Skywalker Landspeeder…

Six tips to save on soaring food bills by growing your own fruit and veg

GROWING fruit and veg is all the rage as families try to save on soaring grocery bills. But not everyone has the time, space and cash to get started. Jack Sutcliffe, from Yorkshire-based firm Power Sheds, shares his tips . . .  6 Six tips to save on soaring food bills by growing your own fruit and vegCredit: Getty ROOT CAUSE: Regrow veg such as onions, garlic, leeks and shallots. Also do it with…

Five tips to revive classic playtime for kids as the weather warms up

TURN off the tech when the weather warms up and show the family some good old-fashioned fun. Three in five kids have never flown a kite and a third have never played “tag”, according to Persil’s Dirt Is Good campaign. 6 Reinvent old classic games with your family and start some outdoor traditions of your ownCredit: Getty So reinvent the old classics and start some outdoor traditions of your…

Four easy ways to save loads of money on your skincare routine

MANY of us have a set skincare routine using a lot of products. But keeping your face in tip-top condition can end up costing a packet. 7 Keeping your face in tip-top condition can end up costing a packetCredit: Getty We’ve got some of the best dupes for high-end beauty brands, and some other simple ways to save. CLEAN UP: Aldi is a great place to start, with its popular Lacura own brand. If you…

Six car maintenance tips to save you an expensive trip to the garage

THE COST of keeping your car on the road can cause a breakdown in your bank balance. Just one in six drivers is confident to carry out simple car maintenance, and only half could refill the oil or check a tyre tread, according to a Green Flag survey. 7 Here are tips for keeping your car maintenance costs ticking overCredit: Getty If more people knew how to do these simple checks, along with…

Five ways to cut your food shopping bill as the cost of living rockets

WITH prices at supermarket tills soaring, do you dread the cost of dinner? It was revealed last month that global food prices have increased by as much as 20 per cent. 7 Cut your shopping bill with some simple subs, swaps and tricksCredit: Shutterstock But you can cut your shopping bill with some simple subs, swaps and tricks . . .  ROAST THOSE TOMATOES: Cherry, plum and vine tomatoes all taste…

Five common DIY mistakes to avoid when sprucing up your home this bank holiday

ARE you a dab hand with a paintbrush – or a DIY disaster waiting to happen? Tonight is the final of Interior Design Masters (BBC1, 9pm), with Alan Carr hosting as our best amateur designers battle it out. 8 If you have grand designs for the coming bank holiday don’t let common mistakes cost youCredit: Image Bank – Getty If you have grand designs for the coming bank holiday, don’t let common…

Six tricks to save money by sharing with neighbours – from car pooling to garden tools

NEIGHBOURHOODS are getting together to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in June. But you can share costs and resources with your community in other ways, for your mutual benefit . . .  6 Seven tips so you AND your neighbours can save money and share resourcesCredit: Getty WHAT A GIVEAWAY: Neighbourhood WhatsApp groups are great for giving away items, such as kids’ clothes, toys, old furniture…