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Today’s guest post is by Gabrielle Greene who co-blogs on TipsOnHowToSaveMoney. Her friends often refer to her as “Gaby Gabs A lot,” especially if it has anything to do with freebies and saving money! Thanksgiving Day is fast approaching and Black Friday shopping is right on its heels. And, this year, the deals are starting even earlier with some retail stores opening at 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving. There are two types of people those that love Black Friday and those that hate it! If you fall into the group that loves it and is counting down…
That is the question. For the Frugal Diva the answer is sometimes yes and sometimes no. Now what happens when it’s a chilly afternoon and you want have a cozy cup of something however it has wandered into the no caffeine portion of the day. Meaning that I will be up way past my bed time if I indulge. In steps Teeccino Herbal Coffees with some very tempting flavors for that afternoon break. While many think of these drinks as a coffee replacement, I prefer to think of them as a separate category. A lovely mellow warm drink…
When The Frugal Diva bought the red Geo Prism, it never occurred to me that it would be in my possession for 20 years. Let’s get this straight, I don’t drive a lot (actually it came down to about 5,ooo miles a year) since work has always been close to home or at home, so my attitude toward cars is the easier and cheaper, the better. This translates into my car buying strategy. I’m always looking for a brand that is trying to win it’s way into the American market by…
Today we have a guest post. Mike Freiberg is a staff writer for HomeDaddys, a resource for stay-at-home dads, work-at-home dads, and everything in between. He’s a handyman, an amateur astronomer, and a tech junkie, who loves being home with his two kids. He lives in Austin. If you’re on a tight budget, tweaking your décor can be a great way to make your home feel new without an expensive shopping spree. Here are a few simple changes that will make your home look great on a shoestring. 1. A fresh coat…
We have a guest post from Tara Wagner. The Frugal Diva just wanted to add that this goes for Work-At-Home Dads, also. One of the biggest perks of working from home is that you keep more of what you earn—spending less on gas, and having more free time to focus on what’s most important. With a few simple life-hacks, you can make your home office even more cost-effective. Here are some of the simplest ways for work-at-home moms to save around the house. 1. Get a desktop computer Especially if your business…
As The Frugal Diva leafs through fashions magazines, the question always pops up – who are these people modeling the clothes? At 365Hangers.com, you don’t have to ask because the models look like someone you would see at work, shopping, or in your own mirror. A size 10 dress most likely will be on a size 10 model. So no more wondering if that style would look good on your body. 365 Hangers carries brand names such as DVF, I.N.C., Marc Jacobs, and French Connection and they guarantee 70% off on every designer label on…
The Frugal Diva loves to buy online – better prices, no parking problems, product reviews- however there are ways to cut the price even further. Here is a list of sites that give coupons, money back, or shipping reductions. BeFrugal.com has lots of cash back and coupons plus a bio of The Frugal Diva. Fat Wallet gives you coupons and cash back. Register and Click through from their site and start seeing dividends for your shopping forays. Coupon Cabin is a reliable site for both online and printable coupons. The $5 off at Target is for $50 which is…