Category Archives: Fitness and Health

FREE Printable Cooks Helps from Martha Stewart

Posted on April 3, 2012 | 1 comment

When you’re making that quick bread, can you swap a muffin tin for a loaf pan? How many tablespoons are in a cup? These handy (and FREE!) kitchen charts from Martha Stewart have all the answers.

Go here to get 3 free printables which include: baking pan substitutions, measuring equivalents, and candy-making temperatures.

To make them even more handy, we suggest you take the printouts to your favorite office supply store and have them laminated. You can then always have them at your fingertips by turning them into refrigerator magnets (glue a magnet to the back) or bookmarks for your favorite cookbook.

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HOT! 50% OFF At Overstock.com ~ LivingSocial National Deal

Posted on February 2, 2012 | 1 comment

Worthy of passing along…

LivingSocial introduced a fantastic daily deal today: For $10 you get $20 towards a purchase at Overstock.com! Overstock.com is already a terrific place to look for discounts on brand name clothes, toys, and housewares (even tools and hardware!), so purchasing with this voucher could make for a really great bargain! The LivingSocial voucher is valid until May 4, 2012.

Find out more details here.

Easy steps for getting this great deal:

If you are new to Living Social, be sure to first sign up for FREE here. After you’ve signed up, click the link in step #2 to go directly to the deal.
Signed up with LivingSocial already? Hurry over to this link (before the end of the day Saturday) which takes you to the offer and other details to make your purchase.
Pop over to Overstock.com and have fun shopping! Be sure to use your voucher before May 4, 2012.
That’s it! Easy-breezy, right?

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Tagged Cheap, Coupon Savings, DFW, Fort Worth, Frugal Living, LivingSocial, LivingSocial FortWorth, Overstock.com

50% OFF At The Body Shop ~ LivingSocial National Deal

Posted on January 25, 2012 | Leave a comment

LivingSocial has a fantastic daily deal today! For $10 you get $20 worth of any bath, body, or beauty merchandise at The Body Shop. This deal can even be used towards sale and promotional items! You have to buy this offer by Friday, but the LivingSocial voucher is valid until April 14, 2012 and usable at any of the 4 DFW locations (or any U.S. store location).

Find out more about this great deal here.

Here are the easy steps for getting this great deal:

If you are new to Living Social, be sure to first sign up for FREE here. After you’ve signed up, click the link in step #2 to go directly to the deal.
Signed up with LivingSocial already? Hurry over to this link (before the end of the day Friday!) which takes you to the 50% OFF Body Shop Offer and other details to make your purchase.
Pop by any U.S. located Body shop location and have fun shopping! There are four locations in Fort Worth & Dallas. You have until April 14, 2012 to use this voucher.
That’s it! Easy-breezy, right?

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Up to 65% OFF Select Refrigerator Water Filters ~ Whirlpool, Kitchenaid, Kenmore, Maytag & More (No Coupon Needed)

Posted on January 25, 2012 | Leave a comment

Here’s a great deal if that pesky time-to-change-your-water-filter light is blinking on your refrigerator (or about to be)…

It is ~~way past~~ time for us to replace the water filters on our refrigerator, so it was a nice discovery to find that through January 31, Amazon is giving an extra 20% OFF refrigerator filter replacements for select Whirlpool, Kitchenaid, Kenmore, Maytag, and Amana refrigerators. That savings is on top of the current discounted price you’ll see from Amazon, bringing some of the filters to 65% OFF the retail price you would normally pay!

For my purchase, that meant I received from Amazon, 2 Water Filters for the same price as 1 from Sears (that’s even after Sears discounted price!).

Buying Tip: Do note, that you won’t see the extra 20% discount subtracted from the selling price until you get to the final “Review Your Order”/Order Summary confirmation page (which is the last page you’ll see after you input your shipping and credit card details) ~ right before you actually approve the order to be placed. It will look something like this (click picture to make it bigger):

Go here to view all the water filters that qualify for the extra 20% OFF sale. The extra savings sale does expire January 31, 2012.

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TODAY ONLY: $50 Gets You A Gift Certificate for an Eye Exam and $150 towards Prescription Glasses at Eyes Nouveau (Southlake or Hulen)

Posted on December 2, 2011 | Leave a comment

LivingSocial has a great offer today if you are in need of new glasses. For $50 you get an Eye Exam and $150 towards Prescription Glasses at Eyes Nouveau. You have to buy this offer today, but the LivingSocial voucher is valid for a year (through December 3, 2012) ~ use at either of 2 locations in Southlake or in Fort Worth off Hulen Street.

I just bought this deal, as I used Eyes Nouveau for my last pair of specs (and was very happy!). I’m way past due for getting my eyes checked and am looking forward to some new frames.

Here are the easy steps for getting this great deal:

If you are new to Living Social, be sure to first sign up for FREE here. After you’ve signed up, click the link in step #2 to go directly to the deal.
Signed up with LivingSocial already? Hurry over to this link (expires today!) which takes you to the $50 Eyes Nouveau offer and other details to make your purchase.
Make your appointment with Eyes Nouveau. You have a year to use this voucher and order your new specs (voucher expires December 3, 2012).
That’s it! Easy-breezy, right?

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Runners, Don’t Miss Out On Today’s Groupon ~ 50% OFF Fort Worth Running Company

Posted on May 12, 2011 | Leave a comment

I just purchased this groupon, and wanted to make sure my readers saw this, too (a pretty rare savings deal for a great running store)…

50% OFF At the Ft Worth Running Company Store!

Groupon has launched a savings offer of 50% OFF Running Apparel and Accessories at the Fort Worth Running Company. When you buy today’s Groupon for $25, you will get a $50 gift certificate valid in-store and usable on just about anything.

Get fitted for exercise shoes for FREE, too! If you have never been fitted properly for running/walking shoes, this is a good time to have that done. Fort Worth Running Company employs real-time, slow-motion video analysis to dissect individual gaits before fitting you for shoes. The analysis is FREE, so when you combine that with today’s groupon, it’s really a great deal and an investment in injury prevention.

There is a limited quantity of these gift certificates available, so you might not want to wait if you plan to take advantage of this.

Use the certificate anytime through August 14th, 2011.

How to get the Offer:

Go here to sign up for today’s 50% OFF deal.
Select Fort Worth as Your Groupon City
Buy your Groupon before the end of the day.
You do have until August 14th to use your Groupon, but since
there is a limited quantity of these certificates available, I would
recommend not waiting too long to make your purchase.

New to Groupon? You are in for a treat!

A few months ago, Groupon launched its Fort Worth site (AND we
did the happy dance at Frugal in Fort Worth!). If you are not familiar with
Groupon, definitely take a moment to check them out.

Groupon offers a daily deal on local goods, services and cultural events
across the country. I’ve seen their local offers include everything from
50% Off Cowboys Stadium Tour, 50% Off Nordstrom Rack to 75% Off
window cleaning ~ and seemingly everything in between! I’ve even bought
Groupon deals in other cities as a way to save on restaurant dining and
entertainment when we travel.

Here’s how it works:

1. Each day Groupon features a great deal at an unbeatable price.

2. You have to sign up for the offer that day, and only get the deal
if the minimum number of people join that day (so pass this along
to your friends)!

3. Check back the next day to discover the next Groupon offer (or sign up for their emails to have them delivered to your inbox)!

Taking advantage of this deal supports Frugal in Fort Worth.

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (Feb 25-27) ~ FREE Garden, Cooking, and Craft Workshops, Cowtown Marathon, and More!

Posted on February 25, 2011 | 1 comment

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Fridays, we post ideas for FREE (or really cheap) weekend entertainment
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This weekend’s highlights include:

FREE Gardenfest Workshops at Calloway’s ~ Join Calloway’s for a day of garden design talks presented by local and national experts.
FREE Cowtown Marathon ~ Cheer on runners from all over the world at Fort Worth’s premier running event.
Wizard of Oz Live & Onstage ~ See Dorothy, the Tinman, and the Lion at this inexpensive and fun family-friendly production.
FREE Williams Sonoma Cooking Class ~ Get fresh ideas for cooking new dishes at home. This weeks demo highlights hearty soups.
FREE Woodworking Kids Clinic at Lowe’s ~ Help your kids learn a new woodworking skill.
FREE Science Craft Event at Michael’s ~ Your kids will have fun learning about science!

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:: FREE! Gain New Garden Skills at Calloway’s Gardenfest!
Saturday, February 26th

Calloway’s is offering a FREE all day workshop at 4 of their store locations. Hear from local and national garden experts who will share gardening tips, show you how to use color effectively in the garden, teach you about some of the best trees and shrubs to plant in Texas, explain how to grow delicious herbs, fruits and berries in your garden, and more!

Featured speakers include: Mariana Greene from The Dallas Morning News, Chris Wiesinger, The Bulb Hunter, and many more (See the full line up of Garden speakers, here). Get there early, as workshops and materials are offered on a first come, first serve basis. Learn more, here.

While at Calloway’s on Saturday, use this 30% Off Coupon, valid all day!

Details, details
When: Saturday, February 26, 2011 ~ 9:00AM to 5:00PM. See the full
schedule of speakers, here (varies by location).
Where: Takes place at the following Calloway’s locations in DFW
~ Fort Worth Calloway’s Nursery, 2651 S. Hulen
~ Southlake Calloway’s Nursery, 291 E. Southlake Blvd.
~ North Plano Calloway’s Nursery, 2460 St. Hwy 121
~ Plano Calloway’s Nursery, 1000 Preston Road
Cost: FREE

:: FREE! Cheer on the Runners at the Cowtown Marathon
Saturday and Sunday, February 26 & 27, 2011

The Cowtown Marathon, Fort Worth’s most well-known running event, takes place this weekend and includes a marathon, half marathon, ultra marathon, 10K, adult 5K and a kids’ 5K. You can watch and cheer on the runners at the starting line, located at Will Rogers Memorial Center (or for the more ambitious, you can still register in person).

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday and Sunday, February 26 and 27, 7:00AM.
Where: Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3401 W. Lancaster Ave. Go to
the cowtownmarathon.org website for more recommended spots
to view the race.
Cost: FREE for spectators! Park for free at the UNT Health Science
Center on Camp Bowie Blvd.

:: Wizard of Oz ~ Live and Onstage at Artisans Theater
Now through March 12, 2011

The classic story of Wizard of Oz is brought to life onstage at Artisan Theater. Spunky Dorothy finds herself over the rainbow and in plenty of trouble as she tries to find her way back home to Kansas. As Munchkins, children in the audience are invited to oil the Tin Man, stuff the Scarecrow and hide Dorothy and her dog, Toto, from the Wicked Witch of the West!

Details, details
What: For more info about the live theater production, click here.
When: Tuesdays and Saturdays, now through March 12
Where: Artisan Theater, 418 E. Pipeline Road, Hurst
Cost: $5, all ages

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Saturday and Sunday, February 26 & 27, 2011

Learn New Cooking Techniques!
Williams-Sonoma will show how to prepare hearty soup dishes as well as prepare simple sandwiches that satisfy. Plus, if you attend this class, you can enjoy 10% OFF savings on same-day purchases from their stores.

Note: You’ll want to call to reserve your spot since class size is limited.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday & Sunday, February 26 & 27, 2011 ~ Note: 1 hour class
times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact times & date.
Where: Click here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE. Call your local store to RSVP.

:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Build a Race Car
Saturday, February 26, 2011

This Saturday, bring your child to a Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinic to help them learn a new woodworking skill and make a FREE project to take home.

All workshops are FREE, but you should probably show up early to insure you have a kit for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For more information and to register, click here.
When: Saturday, February 26, 2011 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE

:: FREE Michael’s Arts & Crafts Stores Event for Kids
Saturday, February 26th

If your child loves to be creative and is interested in science, pop by Michael’s this weekend for a fun event and demonstration from “My First Science Kit.” For ages 3 and up.

This event is FREE, but you should probably show up early to insure you have supplies for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, February 26th ~ 10:00AM-Noon
Where: All Michael’s Craft Stores. Go here to find a store near you.
Cost: FREE

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TODAY ONLY ~ Hot Groupon Deal for 50% OFF Bath & Body Works (Valid Until April 27th & Just in Time for Valentines)!

Posted on January 27, 2011 | Leave a comment

Incredible Deal at Groupon today!

Groupon has launched a national savings offer of 50% OFF at Bath & Body Works Online Store. When you buy today’s Groupon, you will get a choice of $10 for a $20 gift certificate OR $15 for a $30 gift certificate valid for a Bath & Body Works online Purchase.

There is a limited quantity of these gift certificates available, so you might not want to wait if you plan to take advantage of this.

Note that you do need to buy the gift certificate TODAY (the offer expires
at midnight EST), however you can use the certificate anytime online, through April 27, 2011.