The Crafty Budgeteer

Hello, I'm Ms Lou
I began my financial journey in 2017 during one of the most difficult seasons of my life. After experiencing severe burnout and a chronic illness, I retired from teaching at 38, during that time, I learned a life-changing truth: if you don’t have your health, nothing else really matters.
On this channel, I share my journey of budgeting a limited income, saving, and investing while continuing to nurture a creative life rooted in art, crafting, and intentional living. I live a simple lifestyle, with a dash of frugal living, and a bit of minimalism.My goal isn’t to chase wealth — it’s to build security, protect peace, and create options.
If you’re rebuilding, learning later in life, or simply wanting to feel more confident with your money, you’re in the right place.
I’d love for you to subscribe and follow along on this little adventure...

“If you have a garden and a library, you have
everything you need.” Cicero.

The Crafty Budgeteer

Currently reading…👍🏽

2 months ago | [YT] | 1

View 0 replies

The Crafty Budgeteer

I have $800 leftover from Frugal Friday where should it go?

2 months ago | [YT] | 1

View 0 replies

The Crafty Budgeteer

How was Frugal February? I’m going to close out my budget tomorrow and share how much I spent and saved this month. Hope your budget and savings goals are going well.

2 months ago | [YT] | 0

View 0 replies

The Crafty Budgeteer

Do you prefer to budget in a book planner or an app for budget planning?