A day in the life of frugal couple in France.

[@loriar1027]

I really enjoy these kinds of videos, just seeing your normal daily routines. I really admire how active and productive you both are. 😅

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

We try and stay purposeful

[@juliejj2651]

I'm retiring July 2025, I'll be 62 and have no debt. Worked hard my whole life and looking forward to visiting w/friends and family members and working on my quilting projects! Can't wait. You inspire me. Love your channel.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

I wish you well

[@Amanda-pv9kz]

The home-brewed coffee and strawberry tart looked amazing! I enjoy videos of "village life." The quilts, as usual, are just gorgeous.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Oh thank you! So kind of you

[@normamaher9901]

Really enjoyed your video Jane & Mike❤

[@adoptedscot]

Totally agree - what a contented life.

[@buffypearce4735]

That furniture looks good and heavy. Worth painting!! Beautiful quilts!!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@buffypearce4735 thanks

[@Judith-b3t]

I forgot to mention that cost per use, such as the coffee, is so important to keep up with. Very good. You two have inspired me to constantly watch my written budget for ways to improve.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Our pleasure! Our coffee bags have increased in price

[@baillysmom]

Loved the peak at your sweet companion dogs!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

You’re welcome

[@sheenathomson2367]

We bought our coffee machine during Covid in 2020 as here in Melbourne Australia we were one of the most locked down cities in the world, so having our daily cappuccino and latte helped keep us sane. Love your videos you are very motivating.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

They keep me going, we look forward to our morning latte/ café crème

[@lindamcconnell1653]

Bonjour from Quebec, When I remember your first videos and the challenges you and Mike were going through, I am so amazed by the lifestyle you have built for yourselves. There was a book called Simple Abundance that was published some years ago. I think you both embody that concept and even more. Thank you for inspiring us. Oh!! and that strawberry pie!! I bet Mike enjoyed it; he seems to enjoy his sweets:)

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you so much!😊

[@roz.russell8122]

I am a coffee drinker and I could almost smell and taste that coffee x

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

It makes a fantastic cup

[@kace907]

So enjoyed seeing all the comings and goings of your day! The town square there is delightful! All of those quilts are turning out beautifully! :)

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for watching

[@jodieupton4000]

I love the song you chose for the background music halfway through the video when you're in the garden. Nice choice!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

You're welcome

[@margaretgreen9062]

One of my favourite things to do is to sit and have a coffee and watch the world go by, so pleased you treated yourselves. ❤️

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks we do it once a month

[@debbiegnagey2095]

Enjoyed your video! The quilts are beautiful! I love seeing your pups! ❤️👍

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you so much!

[@NC-dv8yf]

Looks like a lot of fun! I love the picture of the dogs looking at the cyclists.. too cute! ☺️ have a good day!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for watching and commenting

[@lisadawson2652]

What a nice friendly server I love it your videos always make me smile it’s good to be up lifted by people around the world 🌎 ❤️🇺🇸👍🏾

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

We know him well, he's very welcoming

[@traceyelliott2902]

Oh, a veggie fritter sounds delicious! I'm definitely going to have to try that.😊

[@dawnmorandin541]

I also painted our chairs black and bought new cushions, I paid a little bit more for really good ones and I know they will last at least 10 years, we got the chairs second hand for free when our neighbors bought a new set, so I've had 8 years already and hope to get more, I bought a new cover for winter to help prolong their life.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

That’s the way

[@clairegould8704]

Lovely video.I was lucky enough to go to France a couple of weeks ago .we went to Normandy ,and ewe had a really lovely time . ❤ 🙏🏻🙂Thank you

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@clairegould8704 so glad that you enjoyed your trip

[@NadineTouzet]

Your garden chairs are gorgeous, you must keep them, if I may say so 😍. Happy August.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

We will as long as they last

[@barbarawatson691]

I love your videos. Your pie and quiche look absolutely mouthwatering. You manage to fit so many projects into your days. Many thanks❤

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@barbarawatson691 thank you for your kindness

[@Judith-b3t]

The quilts are beautiful as always. You two work so hard. You are producing and not just consuming like so many of us. Inspiring. Also the strawberry pie looks delicious.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you so much! I love to make them

[@kathywolfe6606]

Enjoyed the video!

[@tinkerbell9399]

Hi Jane and Mike. Wow you have been busy! It’s lovely getting jobs done in the garden. Husband getting over surgery, so I’ve been busy in the garden weeding, and pruning, trying to keep on top of things! Quilts are gorgeous as always, and that strawberry tart would go very well with a cup of tea! Thanks for sharing ❤️🇬🇧

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Get well soon

[@Barneysma]

What beautiful quilts! Thank you for such an interesting vlog, loved seeing the market 😁

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@SharonMcGee-b2i]

Love watching your market trips. The buildings remind me of our visit to old Quebec City, Quebec

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Glad you enjoyed

[@trudicarter3139]

I really enjoy your wonderful content Jane and Mike. I’m in Australia and coming to the end of winter here. We had several frosts and are really enjoying the colder weather. Not looking forward to the humidity we get here in Queensland to come though. We love seeing your garden work. We had a big day in ours yesterday as it was sunny and warm outside. Hubby is getting a large bed ready to plant sweet potato, pumpkins, tomatoes etc down the track. I’ve had a huge tomato harvest this winter so I had better get to preserving them.Thanks again for your videos and much love from us here in Oz.❤

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks so much

[@christinemorhac6272]

Your coffee was still cheaper than a coffee shop here in the US. People here spend as much as $15 a day at a Starbucks for example! Your coffee looked delicious and the day outside looked absolutely beautiful!

[@lynngudgeon9416]

Thank You Mike and Jane for another fantastic video. Hello to the girls and have a wonderful week!😊 Very inspiring ❤

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Our pleasure!

[@jeannebowes2898]

That strawberry pie is brilliant ❤!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Tarte aux fraises does sound posher but yes, it's a strawberry pie

[@lynnoorman2144]

Your village looks beautiful. While not quite as cute where i live i try to use the local market on a Friday here. Money ( what little I do spend) into the local economy.

[@carolinehayes3212]

great to see what youve been up to really enjoyed food looks lovely as always !

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

It was! Thanks

[@beverlyanntaylor9652]

Your show is so refreshing, thank you 😊💜

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

That's so kind of you

[@Larissa-iw5wy]

A lovely week! Plenty of work to keep you busy along with the fun market stroll. Those quilts are gorgeous

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@Larissa-iw5wy thanks so much for your reply

[@donnaclinton5578]

You made a nice cup of coffee. The patio set came out beautiful!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

It’s so cheap to make coffee at home.

[@sheila1013]

Hi Jane and Mike. Summer has arrived at last! 😃 Coffee looked delicious, as did all of your prepared meals. 😋 The quilts as usual are outstanding. Some beautiful colours and patterns going on there. Very original. You did a great job on the patio set too. What a difference a lick of paint makes. I really like the contrasting parasol which finishes the look perfectly.👌 Nice now the weather has finally warmed up. It's also been warmer here in north west England; around 22 degrees. Not so hot as down south, but just right for me. Yes, there's been some good drying days. Makes clothes washing so much easier. Great video. Thank you for sharing. 🤗

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Shelia, I live for a bit of heat. I'm not warm until it hit 30°c

[@sheila1013]

@@FrugalQueeninFrance 😆

[@FriedaMoscoso-ss4jj]

Hi there from Texas! I enjoy watching every videos you both put up! I love how practical, frugal and no-nonsense your contents are. You’re my new gal in KZbin. ❤

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@FriedaMoscoso-ss4jj thank you so much for your feedback

[@jamesnbrenda8960]

I absolutely love the quilts you make. Take care ♥️

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you! You too!

[@bjoyp7463]

I love when you show your quilts! It’s late here but you sure made me want a piece of pie with coffee😍

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks so much

[@judyland-obrien4259]

sweet glimpse into a fun and frugal day

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@bunnobear]

I really enjoyed that video, thank you from Australia ❤

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@pammentzer3584]

Simply lovely, summer living!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Yes indeed! Thank you

[@karo.de.m]

What a lovely life! I adore this type of videos from you… my warmest regards!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@andreagillan7372]

The quilts are beautiful, Jane! Bright and cheerful!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you so much!

[@lindajacquot5391]

If you aren't subscribing, you are missing out! Hit the button! ❤

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

You're the best!

[@Sandra-s3p]

Enjoyed very much. Thank you for sharing Jane Mike and puppies.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

You’re welcome

[@elizabethbertsch3066]

Loved the video! And the quilts are wonderful!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks so much!

[@johnwilliams6900]

Evening Jane and Mike what a lovely varied video and ending with those beautiful quilts and of course the cuties minus the horn - great

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@johnwilliams6900 thanks so very much for watching and leaving a comment

[@loriella6250]

As always, Jane and Mike, an inspirational video. Thank you!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@judygilbert9628]

The markets in France are the best !

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

They're fun but twice the price of a supermarket

[@loydacoulombe1397]

What a beautiful day! And you are so talented! Love all the quilts.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you so much!

[@juliemoore6957]

That string quilt looks very intricate! Beautiful job, Jane!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you! 😊it's such fun to make

[@andreaskokandich6454]

August is our low spend month. We are constantly working to lower our debt. As I’m baking more as convenience food is expensive, people are starting to ask who I’m baking for as there is only 2 in my house. It gets frozen to eat later in month.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@andreaskokandich6454 great idea

[@BrittanyLucy]

Very professional paint job on the garden furniture Jane! Fiddly job with all those ins and outs. I wrap beetroot in baking paper and cook it in the slow cooker, but I have to remember to do it in advance. We grow it at the jardin solidaire, so it's free for volunteering, but the people at the food banks we supply don't care for it much, some say they were put off it in school lunches, or that it takes too long to cook and isn't worth the price of the energy. French don't seem to know about slow cookers, though I have seen them at Lidl here.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@BrittanyLucy I have an instant pot, I usually cook the lot in 30 minutes on high

[@muttersmenu2422]

Love the fabulous quilts and assisting a charity is wonderful 💐😁and thoughtful. The garden 🪴 is looking lovely, must be the summer weather. The coffee ☕️ bags are a bargain as a customer in an Australian 🇦🇺cafe would be $5+. Enjoy the coffee market with the locals 😁 Lunch looked yummy. Thank you Jane and Mike for another good video and pats to the pooches.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you so much 😊 we love our coffee here in France

[@Izzyandiyanahstepsisters185]

It was nice to see you have a treat while you were out

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Once a month

[@rena4220]

I think the patio set looks very nice. I've figured out it costs me less than 25 cents to make a cup of coffee at home. (US) Includes creamer. Price for a 12 ounce cup at a coffee shop is a few cents shy of $3.00

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Sounds great!

[@bria2596]

Wow, what a nice way to start off the video with that very beautiful blue yellow white quilt! Thanks! * My thoughts on the patio set - I know people who have managed to keep their metal patio sets going for more than 20 years! I think a fairly soft round wire brush that fits on a cordless drill lightly used on the furniture, followed by a very good washing and dry to remove all of the dust, followed by a primer that is for bare metal (like for cars) would make your final job not only look great, but last several years (so you wouldn't be doing it every year). Cleaning and polishing the set with car wax, will greatly extend the life of your hard work in painting the set. I think it is charming and if it is comfortable, that would be the most important thing to me! Thanks for sharing. I am actually doing my patio set, so that is where those suggestions are coming from. Best wishes!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

The patio set is a cheap modern copy that we bought it second hand for 50€ , it's not well paid

[@Cheryl-gu1hv]

Another great video Jane. The quilts are so beautiful. 😊

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Cheryl

[@smiley9987]

Very productive time! 👍🏻 First for the donation- super. Your good heart,time and passion would serve again the cause greatly. Coffee looks great. The brand coffee you mentioned is a quality,put the compact and efficient machine that you are using and your Mike's satisfaction wasn't a surprise. I was waiting for the garden furnitures transformation. I love it. Looks amazing now. Why do you say another year of using it or something similar? They look like they can last many more. The dogs watching the cyclists 🤭 But the last seconds with them front of the window were cute and cozy. Like living plush toys. Adorable. I'd like to get solars myself. I will rely on your experience with this brand. They are many out there. Confusing.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

We hope they can last for many years although the bolts holding them together are weakening. One chair already fell apart and couldn't be fixed.

[@smiley9987]

@@FrugalQueeninFrance Hmm....I see..well,let's hope the rest will have longer life,because they are beautiful. Old school. Always thought these kind ( iron furnitures) are forever with a proper maintenance. Use them with pleasure then till you can :). Stay well

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@smiley9987 thanks, they're just cheap modern copies that we bought second hand for 50€

[@smiley9987]

@@FrugalQueeninFrance What a steal! 🥳 We all love a steal when we got lucky 🍀😊

[@rebacarmack8335]

Beautiful quilts, great low cost enjoyment on your outing.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks so much

[@kellydickie8941]

Your strawberry pie looked delicious. I wish there was a market for you to sell your quilts in France. In the US you would have a very profitable hobby. You are very talented and the quilts are gorgeous.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for your kind words

[@lynnestait8011]

those quilts are stunning, as always, I like how all of your walls in the home are white(or off white) and the colour in the home is from your beautiful quilts and pictures etc, even the M&S bag in your sewing room is a splash of colour - I have wondered, when you planned to retire early was it always with the intention of moving to France or did that just evolve naturally?

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Natural evolution. As we got older, we soon realized our we’d lived longer than we had left to live.

[@DaphneALS]

Hi Jane , I love the table and chairs 😀👍

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you! 🤗 we like to fix things up

[@lindalomax5448]

My husband doesn’t like pod coffee and made a point of buying a coffee maker not unlike yours. He too rates Lavazza coffee and makes it to his preference. I sadly can only appreciate the smell, as fresh coffee makes my asthma go mad. I do envy him being able to drink it though.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for sharing

[@toviedineen1557]

Jane! Our Lavazza coffee here in Ireland is up to 6 EUROS a pack!!! Absolutely robbery!!! I've switched to tea mostly now and enjoy a coffee rarely 🙃

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@toviedineen1557 try lidl's own espresso, people recommend it

[@lifewithava7308]

Hi Jane, we used to use Lavazza but it’s now £3.90 here in the uk. After trying many different supermarket coffees we found Lidl’s Rosso Ground Coffee and this is a great alternative and is only £2.19 per pack. Not sure if this available in France but a great saving if you can.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

We pay 2.75€ for lavazza

[@nastienastieful]

This month you could make a video about how you do spend your extra money when you don't have a no spend month, so that we can see you guys treat yourself a bit too.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@nastienastieful you'd be surprised how little we spend

[@belindacopson2390]

Your strawberry dessert looks delicious! I like to make strawberry shortcake in season.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

It's so good!

[@elizaC3024]

Your timing is great, because we are looking at espresso machines, because we are tired of the waste from pods here in the US. The very cheapest we can find is 30 cents a cup, and that is 8 ounce. If you make 10-12 ounce cup, it gets bitter. We are not coffee snobs, but we want a non acidic, non-bitter cup of coffee. 😊

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

An espresso machine is the easy economical way forward. We left a link if you're interested in taking a look at the one we have.

[@maryjothompson4578]

I have done well with Dunkin Donuts bagged ground coffee and my little lo e 5 cup pot. I have one large cup in the morning, and once in a while I stir ice cream into a half cup of cold coffee in the afternoon.

[@lynnoorman2144]

I use a French press and buy my beans ready ground (for a cafetiere) from a local company in Truro, Cornwall. They roast their own and have a fabulous range of teas and coffees. They also do delivery ( if I'm not going to Truro that month). Brilliant- uses no electricity at all! 😂

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@lynnoorman2144 absolutely not for me, espresso every time, you can buy no electricity espresso machines however I will not engage in the march for frugal purity

[@2ndchancecatrescue398]

Had a goog giggle about your strawberry tart. It's easy to slip up when you made this delicious looking tomato quiche. Had to rewind to check. I did hear right. What a great start to my morning to have a giggle. Can’t wait till spring has sprung in a few weeks here in Australia. Cheers Daniela Ps love watching all the vlogs.❤

[@sophiawolthof1238]

👍👍👍

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you

[@Essexbird]

I bought some paint from Action, labelled as cream coloured water based paint. When I got it home and opened it, it was white, oil based gloss!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Oh dear,

[@cindiblazer8621]

Wonderful video, as always

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks again!

[@LimousinLife]

Thanks for another great video both of you

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Our pleasure!

[@preppernut]

I miss my outdoor table, we used to lie on it in the summer and watch the northern lights. What were you potting up? Your plates are always so pretty, my mother used to say "One eats with the eyes first."

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

I potted up buddleia, or summer lilac. It grows prolifically and pheasant berry

[@jonnaborosky8836]

What a lovely life!😊

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you Jonna

[@ninajohnson6578]

Lovely Lovely Lovely❤

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks 🤗 glad you enjoyed it

[@teresaearl5688]

Great to Power up your chargers, love your positive videos, makes me happy , thank you from Brisbane Australia. ❤

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Glad you like them!

[@TracyOwen-y9t]

Love the videos 😊

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Glad you like them!

[@TracyOwen-y9t]

@@FrugalQueeninFrance ❤️

[@KristiaLudwick]

Is there a video where you talk about why you settled in France rather than the UK where you are from.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

No big epiphany we like it here and quality of life, no big story

[@rachealselvaranijames3547]

The quilts are beautiful

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@rachealselvaranijames3547 thank you so much

[@juliethompson5301]

Beautiful house Jane and Mike 🫶and arent the most simple things in life the best 😊

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you and yes they are indeed

[@suesugarireland9303]

Your Quits are absolutely beautiful. Do you sell them online or anywhere. I love watching your channel. Greetings from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Hi Sue, I don't sell them, people won't pay what they're worth. I donate most of them to charities for fund raising

[@suesugarireland9303]

@@FrugalQueeninFrance omg you are so good to that. They are Amazing❤️ forgive my typing error I was writing quilts. Well you have amazing hands, they are absolutely beautiful❤️ thank you for the reply. Enjoy the rest of your weekend. You too Mike

[@tbee2653]

How far are from the village? Is it walkable or do you have to drive? Also I love the music you put on your videos

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

We’re about one mile and very walkable.

[@JennTheFrugalMom]

Jane, Is your water Heater And Refrigerator Also powered by the Solar Boxes? If so do you have a video on how you set it all up? Im scared to have all of the power cords running throughout the house. Jenn

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@JennTheFrugalMom the fridge freezer is the water heater isn't as it draws too many Kw, thanks for watching

[@dominicabollig1918]

Fabulous video- I am visiting Paris this Fall, any suggestions for transit outside the city?

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

My advice is to avoid Paris completely. It’s a poor representation of France.

[@CreamPuff-ek8fd]

I have been to Paris almost a dozen times. There are many day trips that are easy to do using the trains or the RER. Look up day trips from Paris using train and you will find several.

[@CreamPuff-ek8fd]

@@FrugalQueeninFrancebut great if you love art like I do. I still have not been to all the museums! Great video as always!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@CreamPuff-ek8fd I don’t like noise, dirt, traffic, crime, crowds, over priced hype and tourists. Paris has all of them too.

[@CreamPuff-ek8fd]

@@FrugalQueeninFrance yes like most big urban cities but there are a few pockets of tranquil beauty if you know where to look. But I love so many areas of France. I have enjoyed exploring Provence, Burgundy, Lyon and Brittany. Frugality helps me indulge my passion for travel for which I am very grateful. Today I processed veggies from my garden for ratatouille and made a courgette crustless quiche. So yummy. Have a great week!

[@JennTheFrugalMom]

Ps Jane When you sold your other home Did you use that Money/profit To buy your 2nd house? Did you pay cash for your 2nd home?

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

@@JennTheFrugalMom we sold our UK home and bought this out right, no mortgages in France

[@S-K.456]

What a beautiful bit of land you have. My dream when I retire 😊

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you, we are so lucky

[@janetstonerook4552]

A piece of advice is to retire early, like Mike and Jane did. That way, you will still have the stamina and drive to put in the effort to make your dream home come true. I didn't retire until my mid 60s and had health issues by then. So stalled out after a few years of redoing the old family homestead. I still live here but a lot of my big dream redos have faded. My front porch needs sanding down and repainted and my lawn furniture is a bit rusty. 😢 It will take me weeks just to do these two projects! But I still do what I can for myself to save money. I just do it v-e-r-y slowly!😂

[@kimpatterson8741]

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