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So many beauty products, so little time. The Frugal Diva is a bit late finding out about this terrific site ADiscountBeauty.com already recommended by several budget guides and magazines. Stock up on some Orly Nail Products or buy gifts at the bath and beauty products page or find oodles of beauty accessories. Emerge refreshed without leaving the house or spending a fortune. Ship gifts from this site and never set foot in a crowded mall again For organic and natural shoppers they carry oodles of products including Alba Botanic, the Bio Bio Baby organic line of shampoos, henna hair…
What a great opportunity to eat candy and go on a week long sugar high. However The Frugal Diva is going to step in and offer you some healthy options. Check out Eat Well for great party recipes and treats that have a bit less sugar and a bit more nutrition. Lindsay Olives has gone overboard on their Pinterest Page with cute ideas for scary snacks. The Food Network always come through with party ideas and yummy recipes. Have fun and post some pictures on my Facebook page in your costumes…
If you’ve been putting off back-to-school shopping, you’re not alone. According to a recent study released by the National Retail Federation, nearly half of families with school-aged kids have yet to purchase classroom essentials. As consumers, we’ve become accustomed to lengthy promotional periods and procrastinating may help you save more in the long run. However, you don’t want to be stressed and make poor purchasing decisions to ensure your kids are prepared on their first day. Follow these tips for getting the most value out of late-season back…
The Frugal Diva wants to share a great guide for fall shopping tips. Who knew that wine was a good buy in early fall. I like this guide because it not only tells you what is a good buy, it tells you why. Let me know if your experience bears this out. FreeShipping.org’s “Best Time to Buy Guide” Some August highlights from the complete list: Best time to buy computers, MP3 players, lawn movers, and seasonal produce including great prices on cucumbers, corn, eggplant, tomatoes, summer squash, green beans, strawberries, cantaloupe, lettuce, watermelon, peaches, apricots…
The Fourth of July is all about red, white and blue… so why does it end up costing so much green? From patriotic clothing to yummy picnic treats to parking fees, there are hidden expenses around every corner. BeFrugal.com has some great ideas. 1. Take advantage of free summer outdoor activities to have fun. Some ideas include face paint, sidewalk chalk, hula hooping, running through the sprinkler, having a water balloon toss, and tossing the ball around at your nearby neighborhood park or school field. 2. Attend a free event. Listen for activities held at parks and attractions near…