The Frugal Housewife offers frugal living tips on meal planning, money management, home decorating, decorating for the holidays, and family time.
This picture was not taken at our Albertson's, but this is what the store will soon look like this when it closes in February! It is shocking to hear when a company announces that it is closing its doors. It's especially shocking to hear that a grocery store is closing its doors -- especially when it's one that you frequent. Sadly I read in our … [Read more...]
Have you heard about the Fourth Edition of Bloggiesta? I hadn't heard about it until today! The Fourth Edition of Bloggiesta is scheduled to take place on January 21st, 22nd, and 23rd. It is hosted by Maw Books Blog. According to Natasha at Maw Books Blog, Bloggiesta is a "a blogging marathon. A opportunity to cross those nagging items … [Read more...]
3 lessons learned today -- 1) Go early to buy newspapers. By going early in the day, I can have the afternoon to make my grocery lists and plan my shopping trips more effectively. Plus, I don't risk my favorite store running out of papers. 2) Don't buy newspapers from the outside metal stands. We bought a newspaper from a metal outside stand … [Read more...]
Many thanks to Corrie at "Cents"able Momma for the heads up on the Free Lavasoft Ad-Aware Pro for a year! CNet and Lavasoft have teamed up to offer this free 1 year license to Ad-Aware Pro, normally priced at $29.95. This "free" deal is only available until December 28th, 2010 at 8 am CST. You will need to sign up for a CNET membership … [Read more...]
Looking for a special dessert to make for the kids for Christmas? Want to make a Festive Yule Log but not sure how? Or maybe you want to make a Drummer Boy cake or a Christmas Ornament cake! These are just a few of the great recipes that you can find over at Kraft Delicious Days! And what's even better is that there are videos that go … [Read more...]
As always, The Frugal Housewife is always on the lookout for news about food recalls that could affect you or your pets. This recall involves Kroger's pet food and a possible toxic chemical by-product. Kroger's has issued a recall of "select packages of pet food sold in some of its retail stores because the products may contain aflatoxin, … [Read more...]
There's only 8, yes 8, days until Christmas! Can you believe it? Where has all the time gone? Christmas shopping, decorating and baking! Have you got it all done? What are some things you can do to help ease your holiday baking woes? 1. Visit product websites for recipe ideas, product coupons, and party hosting tips. One of the … [Read more...]
Can you believe it's already December 8th? That means there are 17 days until Christmas!!! Have you started your Christmas shopping? Are you looking for stocking gifts but just don't have the time to go to the stores? One of my favorite things to use as a stocking stuffer is DVD's and Amazon.com is a great place to find some great deals on … [Read more...]
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