Save & Prosper! Money-saving tips

1 Turning your hobby into a job is a great way of meeting people and passing on

your talent. ever thought about teaching knitting or giving music lessons? is flat-pack furniture your best friend? know your dahlias from your daffodils? your talents are in demand. most gardening jobs (even leaf removal) and craft tutoring can start at £10 per hour, music lessons from £25 an hour and furniture building from £15 per hour. starting a new career is great if you're already working, as you can judge the demand for your idea without worrying about your income.

2 Your friends and family will be your biggest critics and supporters, so listen

to their feedback! sometimes when you’re creating something new, you might miss an opportunity or an idea. With a new venture, a few extra hands are always needed, and if you need tools or equipment, you may be able to borrow them from someone before splashing the cash.

3 When it comes to turning your hobby into a dream job, you need to set aside time to concentrate on getting your name

around – at least 30 minutes a day. set up an instagram page and Facebook site, and take as many pictures as you can of all the things you do or make, so you can post them online. you need to post at least once a day and get clients to build up your ratings and reviews. social media will let you view other similar sites and help with guide prices. So how about it? You’ll never know unless you try! Let us know how you get on…