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Walmart Eleven Moms (11Moms) Chat Today!

October 9, 2008 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 1 Comment

Be there or be square!! Remember, it’s at 12-2 central time! Hope to see lots of you there (for full details read my full 11Moms chat post) I’m sitting in my lovely room at the Embassy suites-it’s all done in burgundy and golds, which I love. Walmart actually changed out all of the linens on… Keep Reading

Halloween Litewear Giveaway

October 6, 2008 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 13 Comments

Interested in getting something for nothing? Watch my video and then enter the Halloween Litewear giveaway! I am giving away 2 pieces of “LiteWear”*, a women’s medium t-shirt, and a Youth (teen) 7-8 hooded t-shirt that looks as if it would fit a small woman as well. The contest runs from 10/6/08 to noon 10/13/08…. Keep Reading

What do you get out of the Walmart 11 Moms?

October 4, 2008 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 6 Comments

I know, you’ve all been wondering it- What do WE get out of Jenn being part of Walmart’s 11 Moms. I mean sure, she got to attend a cool blogging conference, and is traveling next week to Bentonville Arkansas to attend the famous “Walmart Saturday Morning Meeting“-where Harrison Ford and Paula Dean will also be… Keep Reading

Free-2 Years of “ReadyMade Magazine”

October 4, 2008 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 2 Comments

********OOOPPPSSS*********** Apparently this offer has already expired. I’m sorry-I just found out about it yesterday and posted it today. . . and then it’s gone! I’ll let you know if I ever receive notification of it going for free again. Sorry. ******************************* For the hip craftsters out there, here is a link to 2 free… Keep Reading

Chat with the 11 Moms on October 9th

October 2, 2008 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 2 Comments

As part of it’s online money saving mom’s initiative, Walmart is hosting a live chat! I’m one of the six “Elevenmoms” who was available to participate. To assist moms now searching the web for advice on smart spending this season, Walmart is helping them stretch their dollars with an Online Chat on October 9 on… Keep Reading

Making Laundry Detergent

September 12, 2008 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 39 Comments

Here is my second vlog! You can also read my directions on how to make laundry detergent and the post that discusses “Is making your own laundry detergent worth it?” ( includes the formula to figure out the cost per load). A few other notes: 1. This laundry detergent won’t bubble and foam up like… Keep Reading

And the Winner IS . . . ..

September 10, 2008 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 3 Comments

There were an amazing 127 ideas entered in the Flip Video Giveaway Contest, and over 340 folks took the time to read all those entries and vote. Thanks everyone! But now to the part you’ve been waiting for. The winner is. . .. Photo by Scubadive67 Lauren with #79-Thrifty thanksgiving tips-table setting, decorations, turkey day… Keep Reading

Putting it all on the Line-How to Hang Laundry

September 5, 2008 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 41 Comments

Here is my first Vlog folks-be gentle. And know that I usually don’t look QUITE that chubby-what an icky muffin top. . . **********edited to add the following**************** Since several folks have mentioned my tip of hanging socks in pairs, I wanted to make sure I clarify. I hang the socks in a pair, but… Keep Reading

Flip Video Camera Contest

August 30, 2008 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 177 Comments

As part of the Walmart “11 Moms” national campaign,I was sent a very cool little camcorder by the nice people at Flip Digital in order to make video blogs (vlog). But that’s not all, I also have one to give away to you, my loyal readers! The Flip Ultra is tiny-the size of your average… Keep Reading

Keeping Stuff Hot for Lunch

August 29, 2008 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 10 Comments

In the comments of yesterday’s post on Lunchbox Planning for School, one NH Mom of 3 asked: Do your kids eat the Ramen Noodles, Mac N Cheese, etc cold? I’m wondering how we can successfully add that to the rotation. I have to admit I’m not there when Princess opens her lunchbox,so I don’t know… Keep Reading

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About Frugal Upstate

About Frugal Upstate

I’m Jenn –an Upstate NY wife, mom, blogger and veteran. I talk very fast, read constantly, take on too much and make plenty of mistakes. I’m a real person, not perfection. I love to talk about the frugal lifestyle, “Village Homesteading”, living a more sustainable lifestyle and being prepared for all the curves life throws at you.

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