Frugalista Tips

Do You Have Tech Budget? RIM/BlackBerry Edition

July 25, 2011

Hello. My name is Natalie. And I have cell phone shame. I feel the need to confess this to you all. I use a BlackBerry phone. Yes, I know the President loves the Blackberry, but among bloggers, having a Blackberry is akin to rocking a Treo (which was my last phone). It’s not cool. If [...]

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Extreme Makeovers

July 21, 2011

Hello, my Frugalistas! So I ran across this article about how restaurants like Red Lobster and regular grocery stores are undergoing big time facelifts to stay competitive. In the case of the grocery stores, you may go into one and start thinking you are in Whole Foods with the upgrades. Wi-Fi cafes in the local [...]

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Rue La La Sale, Today!

July 14, 2011

Hello, my Frugalistas! If you are in the market for some new gear, Rue La La is holding a final sale, today. You have to sign up to the private sale site to access the goods. I’ve already seen a black Calvin Klein business suit on sale for $59.99. A super steal. Stuff moves fast [...]

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Free Slurpee at 7-Eleven *today*

July 11, 2011

Hello, my Frugalistas! Today, you can get a

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Free Cat Food at PETCO

July 7, 2011

Meow! Go to so many people are leaving their pets behind after eviction. My poor apartment complex has so many stray cats, I can barely walk down my steps without coming across a ball of fur napping in the shade. Poor kitties! I’ll be glad when the market picks up and people are able to [...]

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Affordable Beauty Tips!

June 15, 2011

Hello! When I was in Chicago, I did an interview with NBC’s Chicago Nonstop cable station about The Frugalista Files book and affordable beauty tips. Please check out the goods in the video below! Also, here’s a old vintage post I did on affordable make up tips. It’s still a fave! What are your favorite [...]

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Best Apps for Saving Money

June 14, 2011

Hello, my Frugalistas! I had an awesome time at the Chicago Tribune Printers Row Literary Fest, I got to do a TV hit, discussing some phone apps that help you save money. I want to share my appearance on WGN, discussing the saving money apps with you and share with you links to the sites. [...]

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Earth Day Deals

April 22, 2011

Happy Earth Day! I found this article about Earth Day freebies and deals. You know I’m in love. My blog about greenbacks is also all about being green. I try to be environmentally conscious.. I do think I can remember to bring a cloth reusable shopping more. I am forgetful at times. Forgive me, Mama [...]

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Frugalista’s Money Speech Recap

April 20, 2011

Hello, Everyone! I did a day-and-a-half trip to Nashville to speak at Belmont University this week, and I had a ball! I was invited to the campus by Greta Crouch, was a champion andbankrate.com let’s you know what deals are out there on interest rates on credit cards. Question: I’m graduating soon and I have [...]

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No-Buy Month: Best Birthday Gifts Ever!

February 23, 2011

Cherrio! We are in the final stretch of No-Buy Month and I’m pretty excited. A) It’s my birthday today. B) I’ve gotten some great comments from people who have done No-Buy Month. My master plan has worked!!! *evil grin* So, I wanted to share some of the feedback/quotes from the awesome people who took the [...]

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