Our ShopGala Pinterest Giveaway has ended and we have a winner! Congratulations to Rachel Travis who had 409 followers on her ShopGala Dreaming Pinterest board (check out her board below!). Rachel has won a HD Flip Video Cam! Stay tuned for our exciting news later this week and details on our next ShopGala Giveaway!

Tis the season…for Home Brew Kits! With Saint Patrick’s Day looming around the corner, the time is now to get your home brew kit up and ready. Mr. Beer is one of the most respected names in the home brewing business, and their home brew kits come complete with everything you need to brew your first 2 gallon batch of great tasting beer in as little as 14 days. Most home brew kits require a PhD in Chemistry to understand, but not Mr. Beer Kits. Their process is simple, fun and most important of all – inexpensive. The Mr. … Read More »

I’ll admit it…I’m a sucker for late night infomercials. Maybe it’s the amazing product demonstrations, maybe it’s the unbelievable “Buy one, get three free!” deals they offer, or maybe that it’s simply that there’s nothing else to watch when I’m hit with a bout of insomnia. I’m consistently lured in by the idea of collapsible clothes hangers, spinning hair straighteners and ShamWows. Needless to say, I have countless 3:00 a.m. charges on my credit card and a closet full of useless products to show for it!

Except one.

One sleepless night, I found myself engrossed in an infomercial … Read More »

Even with one small dog, my veterinary bills can get ugly very quickly. Her annual visits, before I even consider purchasing any of her prescriptions for the year, are between $200 and $300. So, obviously, the last thing I like to hear is the cost of her Heartworm pills, Flea & Tick protection, special hypoallergenic shampoo, or doggie toothpaste. In fact, finding an easier way to manage those expenses had become a year-long quest.

This year, things got even more complicated when my little dog was diagnosed with allergies. And not the kind she could cope with easily. She’s itchy … Read More »

Planning on that old-standby Valentine’s Day gift this year? Flowers can say a lot to someone you care about and almost everyone loves them. Unfortunately, buying a fresh bouquet or specialty arrangement can really run up your gift-giving bill. However, with online coupons, deal hunting, and a couple of fresh ideas, you don’t have to spend a fortune this Valentine’s Day to say “I love you.”

Shopping ahead of time to cash in on deals is a great way to save some money this year. Also, choosing a brand name retailer that offers nation-wide delivery from local florists can … Read More »

Being frugal equates to having more money for the things that you really desire in life. While being cheap with others often ricochets into situations that make you unhappy, watching your wallet is another matter. Shopping smart can also mean shopping well and getting multiple presents for your significant other for the price a less observant person would have spent on only one.

When it comes to gift giving, the trick is to look for the exact present that you would give to your loved one if you weren’t on a budget, then seeking a good deal on the product. … Read More »