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Holidays are a great time to catch up and reach out to friends that you haven’t seen all year. From Thursday, Nov. 15th to Nov. 18th from 2 to 5 PM, Starbucks has a great twofer going. Buy one drink and a second one of equal or lesser value is FREE. Enjoy this even more if you are a Starbucks Rewards Member. The Frugal Diva loves loyalty programs and this one rewards you with a free drink after every twelfth beverage and your birthday, free refills on coffee and tea, and special offers. You’re buying the…
There is one thing that makes anyone feel truly rich-doing an act of kindness. Now I’m not going to get all preachy on you. Just think when someone asks you for directions how good you feel helping them out. When someone drops a package and you help them pick it up. When you give a few canned goods to the local food drive. I know we all want bright and shiny new things for the holidays. Maybe what we really want is to feel part of the community that we live in, maybe we want to help…
The Frugal Diva has a few rules: 1. Remember this is a holiday not a death march. 2. Make a list with budgets and options for everyone. Those who shop Black Friday, stores will run out of certain items. You and your loved ones have lived this long without them, you will live even longer if you don’t stress about losing a bargain. 3. Do not leave home without googling stores and brand names with the word “discount” or “coupon” or “offer.” You never know what will pop up. 4. Do not…
If you have the time to deliver these yourself locally, they will very appreciated. Gift baskets are best when they have a theme. So here are some ideas. All you have to do is pick up a few baskets, ribbon, and cellophane at Michaels. Proceed to the grocery store and you have the perfect gift. For the BBQ Dad – Mustard, ketchup, BBQ sauces, spices (maybe add in team paper plates and napkins as an option) Wine lover – Wine, cheese that is shelf stable, crackers, nuts, dried fruits, salami Dessert lover – Muffin mix, cookies, chocolate, candy, Starbucks or…
UNIQLO started in Japan with well priced, well made clothes and accessories for men, women, kids, and toddlers. In San Francisco, the line was blocks long when they debuted. With only five brick and mortar stores in the USA, they have finally opened an online shopping site. Light weight cold weather vests and jackets in a variety of colors are one of their specialties. They have all the basics covered and then some choices of eye popping yellows, pinks, and oranges for a total of 17 colors. They look slim cut however there is a chart that goes up to…
In order to boost their online sales, Nordstroms is going to a free standard shipping/free returns policy (this does not apply to the Nordstrom’s Rack or international shipping). While usually pricey, there are bargains to be had at Nordstroms. When the sale happens, look for well made basics and classics that will last for many seasons to come. Outerwear that those of us in Los Angeles can keep forever and that basic dress you need a few times a year. Check out the children’s department for cute bags and hair accessories that work for adults…
The Frugal Diva loves to keep up on all the latest news for saving money and saving the planet. Many times these two coincide and what better place to find out the Green Festival LA on Nov. 17 and 18 at the Convention Center. The best ticket value looks to be the weekend pass for $15 which includes $5 to spend at the Green Festival. FREE AT DOOR —————- • Youth 18 and under • Bicyclist using bike valet • Green America and Global Exchange members • Union members with card • Sierra Club members with card These festivals are also…