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Save Time, Money and Effort with Walmart’s Savings Catcher!

July 30, 2014 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 1 Comment

I am so, so, so excited about Walmart’s new Savings Catcher.  SO. EXCITED.  Seriously.  Are you getting the idea I’m excited? This is something we got a presentation and demo on this spring when we were at the Walmart HQ, then last week we got sneak peek and the opportunity to try using it locally–it’s… Keep Reading

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus and Wild Oats Organics!

July 30, 2014 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 2 Comments

Hummus is a quick, easy, tasty and healthy snack that you can whip up in no time at all.  And now with Wild Oats Marketplace Organic Chickpeas (Garbonzo Beans–same thing) at Walmart, you can make it both organic AND inexpensively. Remember how I told you a few months ago that more affordable organics were on… Keep Reading

Cedar Plank Grilling ~~ Shrimp and Queso Fresco

July 24, 2014 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate Leave a Comment

Dinner just tastes better when it’s done on the grill–doesn’t it?  It seems simple–just light fire, add seasoned or marinated meat and go.  You can do that and wind up with a good meal–but with the appropriate equipment (like cedar planks) and a bit of technique you can create something truly exceptional. I was lucky… Keep Reading

Healthy Essentials for Summer from Johnson and Johnson

July 15, 2014 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate Leave a Comment

There really are some essential supplies in our house for summer, things that I we just use more of when the kids are home and spending lots of time outside.  Items like sunscreen (for all that time in the sun-at least if it ever stops raining), bandages, antibiotic ointment (the number of cuts, scrapes, bruises,… Keep Reading

Cell Phone Meets Water. . . ( #SprintMom )

July 10, 2014 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate Leave a Comment

I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting (#MC) for Sprint. I received a product sample to facilitate my review and to thank me for participating. Recently I was selected as a Sprint Ambassador, which means over the next few I get to play with some really great new phones and accessories! … Keep Reading

Summer Nailpolish

June 30, 2014 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate Leave a Comment

I’m not a nailpolish kind of gal.  Between digging in the garden and having my hands in a sink full of water for regular dishes, canning and preserving, and all sorts of other things, even the strongest polish seems to chip off in no time.  And I may or may not have a slight habit… Keep Reading

Red White and Blue Jello

June 27, 2014 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate Leave a Comment

Searching for a patriotic themed treat to wow your family and friends?  Look no further than this adorable and tasty Red White & Blue Jello!  Walmart asked me to share a Fourth of July treat and I knew this dessert fit the bill.  After all, Walmart’s moto is “Save Money, Live Better”–and this striped Jello is inexpensive… Keep Reading

Men’s Polo Shirts and Shorts at Walmart

June 24, 2014 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 3 Comments

Have you checked out the clothes at Walmart recently?  As a Walmart mom, I’ve had a lot of reason to pay attention and I can tell you, they really have come a long way in the last several years..  When we go down to Bentonville AR (home of Walmart) we usually get a chance to… Keep Reading

Is your Backyard an Outdoor Oasis?

June 17, 2014 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 4 Comments

I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting (#MC) for Pier 1 Imports. I received a gift card to facilitate my post and to thank me for participating. What do you think of when you hear the phrase “Outdoor Oasis”?  Do you envision a beautiful turquois beach with a hammock strung between… Keep Reading

Buy Johnson’s Baby Products at Walmart, Give $1 to Children’s Miracle Network.

June 15, 2014 By Jenn @ Frugal Upstate 1 Comment

I love an opportunity to buy things that I use and need anyway, and have money donated to a cause I support.  With Johnson & Johnson’ Baby Cares program you have the chance to do just that in the month of June at Walmart!  During the month of June, Johnson & Johnson will donate $1… 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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