Category: Miscellaneous

Sales Shopping Tips

It seems the whole world is on sale all the time and you can’t go wrong. That is if you follow the Frugal Diva rules. 1. The most expensive item in your closet is the one you never wear – even if it’s reduced by 50% with another 30% off and you have an extra 10% off coupon.  Anything not in your size, in a color you never wear, or for a sport you never play is a reminder that “on sale” doesn’t always mean saving money. 2. Do you really need…

Back to Basics

Staying organized is the key to staying sane, saving money, and making the most of your time. That is a pretty big promise. There are those who hire people, buy expensive organizers, and mourn the fact that they can never get it together. No need to read further if you are among that number. We know all the excuses. “I have no time.” Putting things in their place saves you time. No need to know if you have enough underwear to last till the end of the week. Just count the number neatly folded in your drawer. Yes…

New Ways to Save

After a bit of an interlude, the Frugal Diva is back. Times have changed and so have ways to save. Supply chains are down, weather is always a factor, and readiness for the future is a little more up in the air. Being thrifty means a variety of things and it behooves us to keep stock of items that might disappear from shelves. However Frugal Divas are nothing if not resourceful. We will be exploring the ways to save and thrive in these new times. The pioneers did it without the internet and made it across the country. Some of…

Vita Cost

There are so many fantastic deals on the Vita Cost site I don’t know where to begin. Vitamins, shampoos, organic foods, protein powders, herbs, and homeopathy are just a few of the items covered. You can order all the non-produce ingredients in this lentil soup with one click. Let’s start with organic products – 22 ounces of  Raw Honey for $6.99, organic! (all prices subject to change, please check with website) And Aubreys, Alba Botanica, Burts Bees, Jason, Zia! So many types of vitamins and herbs that you are going to have to see…

Recipes That Make Camping Feel Like Glamping

From food and drinks to accommodation and entertainment, there are various things that can turn your regular camping trip into a luxury experience full of comfort and fun. So, what is the recipe for organizing a perfect “glamping” trip? Take a look! Boost your comfort We all know those tiny tents that make you crawl to your uncomfy bed. Well, forget all about that nightmare and invest in a glamping tent or a yurt that allows you to stand up all the way around! Also, get a model that’s twice as big as you actually need (if there’s…

6 Ways to Get Ahead Financially and Overcome Living Paycheck to Paycheck

Living from one paycheck to another can be very trying. You may feel you’re tapping in one place, unable to make any sort of financial progress, all the while struggling to maintain your dignity and live a normal life. If you work hard and can still barely make ends meet, try some of these six ways to manage your income and your spending, to finally advance. Lose your debt Owing money to a bank is easy. There’s nobody you have to look in the eye and nobody to call you and ask when you’ll be able to…

My New Printer

It has a bold concept, an eco-friendly printer that used ink bottles instead of cartridges. A bit higher initial investment but it turned out to be soooo worthwhile. Though most of us have given up any paper printing, there is still the occasional need. Plus it means that there is a copier and scanner in the house. Those teensy little cartridges were only good for a few sheets and then it was back to Staples. The cartridges where the bane of my existence.  At times it seemed cheaper to buy a new printer then pay for a new set…