Looking Good in Buffalo ...From head to toe Feb 24, 2006 – Fantastic Sam's has locations all over Western New York, offering cuts, perms, and hair care products for the whole family at reasonable prices. Andre's Hair Salon at 2616 Main Street,... Read the rest
Great For The Earth, And Your Wallet, Too Feb 2, 2006 – It is important to me that when I spend money, my purchases are aligned with my values. I am particularly interested in issues surrounding organic and/or union made clothing. The... Read the rest
Fit For Less Dec 1, 2005 – It is nearing that time again, when millions of people make New Year's resolutions. Some resolutions will be broken the very next day, while others will stick for a lifetime.... Read the rest
How To Get Dressed For Bed On The Cheap Sep 15, 2005 – If you have the money, then it's really nice to invest in bedtime clothes. There are all kinds of beautiful things you can wear to bed, like silk, satin or... Read the rest
Finding Frugal Fall Clothing Sep 9, 2005 – The best deal I ever got for fall was one time when I was in Sudbury (Ontario) shopping with the mother of a friend of mine. I was up there... Read the rest
Ear-resistible Earrings Aug 9, 2005 – I grew up surrounded by jewelry. My Dad was an amateur lapidarist, cutting diamonds, rubies, sapphires, topaz, emeralds and opals on his workbench. My Mom and I were the frequent... Read the rest
Two Tips To Save You Bundles On Your Meds Jul 26, 2005 – Less than a year ago, I took a new job because of medical insurance. I had been a contractor for the state of Maryland, and was watching my insurance premiums... Read the rest
Fashionably Frugal May 25, 2005 – My family, friends and co-workers often compliment me on my clothes. They marvel at seemingly brand-new outfits and unique pieces. Do I spend thousands on new clothes and designer labels... Read the rest
Don’t Flush Away Money On Toiletries May 25, 2005 – We already have to worry about bad hair days, wrinkles, aging skin and our overall appearance. Now we're supposed to worry if our teeth are white enough? What is next,... Read the rest
Consignment Cinderella Apr 20, 2005 – After five years as a stay-home Mom with my children, Erica and Alex, I was ready to rejoin the workforce. We could use the money and frankly I needed to... Read the rest
How To Save Money On Kid's Clothes Feb 13, 2005 – Keeping a kid in clothes can be an expensive undertaking. Whether it's a pair of pants that gets destroyed at recess or a shirt that is outgrown after just a... Read the rest
Pampered On The Cheap Jul 14, 2004 – Now all of us want to be pampered and doted upon, but don't want to shell out the hundreds of dollars it typically takes to get such service. However there... Read the rest
The Top Ten Kitchen Cosmetics (Plus Bonus Recipes!) Jun 29, 2004 – Why bother buying overpriced cosmetics full of mysterious ingredients when you could use the all-natural astringents, exfoliants, and moisturizers already sitting in your fridge? The 10 common food items below... Read the rest
Free Paths To Serenity Jun 17, 2004 – If being poor gets you down, and those who purvey spiritual wellbeing are asking for way too many of your pennies, don't despair. The path to serenity and a Buddha... Read the rest
Cheap Clothes, Without The Itch Jun 15, 2004 – In my twenty-odd years of shopping for clothes, and I mean desperately shopping, as in clothes to, as a friend says, "cover my ass," not no Seventh on Sixth-Oscar de... Read the rest
Dressing Poor, With Style Jun 15, 2004 – As a friend who spent her student years in Paris once put it, "Just because you're poor, you don't have to act poor." Now, a grad student myself and living... Read the rest
Salon-Feee: Sexy Summer Feet Jun 13, 2004 – If you're anything like me, after months of pointy-toed boots your feet need some TLC. If you've been delaying your foray into less serious footwear, toss your socks into your... Read the rest
Sailing In The Big Apple Jun 11, 2004 – New Yorkers looking to relive a bit of the city's maritime history can check out The Schooner Pioneer, a 102-ft. two-masted topsail schooner built in 1885. Since arriving at South... Read the rest
Urban Angling In Central Park Jun 11, 2004 – On any given day, fifty to seventy-five people can be spotted fishing somewhere within the confines of Central Park. Spin casters and flyfishers stand at the banks of the Harlem... Read the rest
Good Clean Fun: Ice Skating! Feb 8, 2003 – As this winter shapes up to be one of the snowiest in years, we search for ways to divert our attention from grey skies and blustery winds. Rather than hibernate,... Read the rest
Salon... on a dime! Feb 8, 2003 – Want to get your hair done at a great salon for a great price? Attend any of the training sessions listed below. Paul Labrecque East Cutting and coloring classes are... Read the rest
Cheap Health Clubs Nov 29, 2002 – This city has every type of gym and exercise class you can think of. Unfortunately, the prohibitive costs keep many of the curious from joining. So, if you give an... Read the rest
