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The process of purchasing glasses seems to be an inevitable daunting task, as prescription eyewear can have shoppers forking over hundreds of dollars. With no overhead charges, such as rent for a brick-and-mortar store or licensing fees for designer frames, online glasses websites are alleviating customers’ fears (and pockets) by providing affordable, high quality eyewear options. First here are the tips to “what you need to know before purchasing gasses online”: 1. Get your prescription (RX) from a doctor or eye care professional a. Please note that in the USA it is federal law that a prescription must…
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…
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is a great place to visit, shop, and explore an interesting area of downtown LA. Now for the Diva it’s always more fun if there is some discount shopping involved and FIDM has a wonderful Scholarship Store with some of the best deals in town (brides pay particular attention when they have gowns available). For those not in LA, there is an online store, prices are not as good however these are original and unique items. All the merchandise sold in the Scholarship Store is donated by over 400 successful manufacturers, retailers…
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…
Today’s guest post hits the spot with information about staying hydrated. Your body relies on water for functioning; water is the key element to our survival. Water makes up more than half of your body weight. Each and every cell, tissue and organ in your body depends on the powerful properties of water to function properly, your body uses water to maintain its Homeostasis, remove waste and lubricate joints. Water is a core ingredient for optimum health. When going about our daily routines, our bodies rids itself of water each and every day. When use the bathroom, sweat…