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Super Bowl Savings Tips

When did the Super Bowl become a national holiday?  It seems like you must be either attending a party or throwing a party to not be considered a total social reject. Here are some great ideas for savings. Super Bowl tips from coupon site BeFrugal.com founder Jon Lal: If you are throwing a party: o Use an online service like Eventrbrite for free invitations & tickets. o Go with a potluck style party – where attendees each bring a dish – to reduce the expense of throwing a party. o Purchase supplies like decorations and paper plates in advance. Plan ahead…

Extra, extra!

Sure there are no newsboys anymore (and now they would include newsgirls) but The Frugal Diva is still a sucker for the printed page. How lovely to sit with a cup of coffee and gently turn pages. First the entertainment section for movie reviews, then the business section for new products, then the local information, and the world at large. You can get it on your computer or iPad however it’s just not the same.  The newspaper is quiet no clicking noises, no ads wandering over your copy, and when you return with that second cup it&#8217…

Lindsay Olives Season of Hope

This is an easy way to donate to a good cause during the holidays. Lindsay Olives is helping to raise cancer awareness by launching the “Season of Hope” campaign, which will donate up to $10,000 to City of Hope, a leading research, treatment and education center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. The online campaign, which begins today, allows fans to share a holiday greeting with friends and family. For each message received, Lindsay will donate $1 to City of Hope. The campaign will run throughout the month of December. “The Lindsay Olives family gets excited every…

Deals On Meals

Eating at restaurants is inherently expensive however there are ways to whittle down the costs.  Restaurants.com is a big help in this area. They offer discounts in the form of prepurchased gift certificates. Now the most important part is to make sure this includes restaurants that you frequent or would like to try.  Read the restrictions which sometimes include minimum purchase prices and other fine print. One of the best ways to use this site is for special occasions. You know you are going out for a birthday, anniversary, or to impress your new in-laws. Purchase a $50…

Beauty Without Cruelty

Never has the word “no” been so welcome.  No dimethicone, no paraben, no mineral oil, no animal testing or products make the BWC Hand & Body Lotion worth trying.  Vitacost had sent me a bottle to review and this is The Frugal Diva’s very unscientific report.  After one week of usage, I like it for the following reasons – it did not upset my sensitive skin, it absorbed quickly, left no filmy residue and my skin felt softer immediately after application. All these things would be immaterial to The Frugal Diva for a high priced bottle…

Green America Twofer

There is an easy way to give your loved ones a meaningful gift — even on the thriftiest budget! Give the gift of Green America membership! Respond today to this limited-time offer and you can take advantage of big savings: Your first membership will cost just $20 and the second is absolutely free. With their gift, your friends and loved ones will receive: • Green America ‘s 2013 National Green Pages™— a directory of thousands of eco-friendly, socially responsible products and services in your area and online. Businesses are CERTIFIED with our strict screens.  No greenwashing here. • Guide to…

Tuesday Morning All Day Shopping

How to describe Tuesday Morning? The most interesting yard sale in the world, going through the home of an eclectic shopper, or a surprise every time you shop. All of the above applies. There are not many places that have Chantal cookware, a pet stroller for your puppy, electric patio heater, and an iPod music system for your listening pleasure.  All at a sizable discount. They shop the world for discontinued brands, colors, and styles so that  you can wander among the goodies and find what you need. This is truly treasure hunting. One time you might find a vortex…