We Jam True Econo: Spend Less & Still Live a Happy Life offers a refreshing take on frugality—one rooted in creativity, community, and long-term sustainability rather than guilt or deprivation.
Published by Microcosm Publishing, this zine is written by longtime budget-living advocates Joe Biel and Elly Blue, who bring humor, honesty, and real-world experience to the topic of money. Instead of outdated or unrealistic financial advice, the zine focuses on developing a frugal mindset that centers abundance, agency, and joy.
Inside, readers will find practical strategies for managing personal finances and household economies in ways that are realistic and sustainable over time. The emphasis is on spending less so you can focus more energy on the creative life, relationships, and everyday pleasures that matter most.
A thoughtful read for artists, makers, students, and anyone navigating modern life on a budget, this zine encourages resourcefulness, flexibility, and having more fun with less.
