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  • Summer Pasta with a No Cook Sauce

    Now that it’s warming up and our fresh veggies and herbs are planted, it reminds us that’s it’s just about the time we like to take out one of our favorite go-to summertime recipes. We hope you like it as much as we do. It’s a super easy to make pasta dish that’s light and… [Continue Reading]

    Summer Pasta with a No Cook Sauce
  • DIY Succulent Pumpkins

    This is so exciting!! It’s FrugElegance-Style Fall decor that we are totally in love with. DIY Succulent pumpkins are so popular and we just couldn’t wait to try for ourselves. They are easy to make, with a little bit of mess but well worth it. The supplies are reasonable and the finish product comes out… [Continue Reading]

    DIY Succulent Pumpkins
  • Skinny Frozen Yogurt Sandwiches

    OMGoodness, these skinny frozen yogurt sandwiches are so easy to make and even better, they are super sweet and satisfying! The original recipe is from weight watchers but we tweaked it a bit and made it into our own. Haven’t had the need to buy bought store-bought ice cream in the 6 months. You might… [Continue Reading]

    Skinny Frozen Yogurt Sandwiches
  • Easy Homemade Bagels

    While we are doing our part and spending more time at home, we are cooking more. The stores can’t seem to restock bread fast enough, so this easy-to-make dough comes in real handy. How easy? The dough recipe only needs 2 ingredients. It’s perfect for making rolls, pizza crust, breadsticks and like the instructions in… [Continue Reading]

    Easy Homemade Bagels
  • DIY Brick Fireplace Update

    Home Improvement projects really can be as easy as simply painting on a new and updated look. Like our Easy Brick Fireplace Update. The project does require a little more labor than actual handywoman (or handyman) skills. But it’s easy enough that you can do it with a friend or with the family. And if… [Continue Reading]

    DIY Brick Fireplace Update
  • Prize Filled Plastic Wrap Ball Game

    If you are Looking for a super fun game, the whole family can play together, we have a winner for you! Have you heard of the “Plastic Wrap Ball Game” (aka Saran Wrap Ball Game)? We came across some funny viral videos online and knew we had to give it a try.  It was an… [Continue Reading]

    Prize Filled Plastic Wrap Ball Game

Home Decor & Staging ~ Frugal & Elegant

04/04/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Yesterday was an entire day of staging! Towels, Baskets, Candles, Flowers, Ribbon & so much more. All these items were purchased at discount decor stores we love. So many pictures to choose from since it was the whole house. More to come…

Wreath in Under 10 Minutes!

04/01/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Fast & Easy Wreath | FrugElegance | www.frugelegance.com

Such an easy Home Decor project that can be used just about any time of the year. Add & change per season or just leave it simple & frug-elegant. We found this Boxwood Wreath at our local Tuesday Morning and we knew it would be a great staple for a front door. Plus, we could decorate so many […]

Matzo Ball Soup Recipe

03/30/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Best Matzah Ball Soup Recipe | FrugElegance | www.frugelegance.com

Matzo Ball Soup Recipe – This recipe can be changed in so many ways so have fun! Here’s my version that I have been making for over 20 years (from my mother’s recipe). Enjoy during the holidays or any time! Double the recipe & freeze several containers! Soup Ingredients: 1 pkg cut up chicken (I […]

Spring Decor ~ Sunflowers & Vase

03/28/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Besides the obvious art supplies, arts & craft stores are GREAT for DECOR items! These are from Beverly’s which I go into regularly to use my 40% off coupons. Love the high end look at a discounted price- This is perfect Frug-Elegance!

Teen Bedroom Makeover – with discounted decor & diy projects

03/25/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Time for a little girls room to change into a room for a young lady. Bye bye to the toys & stuffed animals ~hello to make up, infinite colors of nail polish & fashion jewelry. Tons of little details that go into redoing a room a teenage girl. You can visit our Pinterest Board for […]

Teacher Appreciation Gift – Flower Pot Pen Holder

03/19/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com 3 Comments

Flower Pot Pen Holder | FrugElegance | www..frugelegance.com

This project not only decorates the teachers desk- it will keep their pens from getting lost! This is a fast, easy & very affordable project. I bought almost all the supplies at The Dollar Tree. This can also be made in so many ways you can do whatever you like to decorate the pot or […]

Storage In Small Spaces (Apartment Living)

03/18/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

When helping my daughters decorate their city apartment, not only is choosing the right scale furniture important, but also having enough storage. Here, you can see the ottoman is a great multipurpose piece~a place to rest your feet, occasionally an additional seat & great source for storage. Sofa, footrest & chair are all from IKEA & […]

St. Patty’s Day Dinner

03/12/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

YUM – Corned Beef! You can make this easy meal for a crowd or just a small group. This year it’s just my husband and I for our annual corned beef & cabbage dinner. But I still always make this once a year even if my girls aren’t home or I’m not having guests over. I […]

Spring Bunny Decor!

03/10/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

I found these cute bunny sticks at Pier One~I wasn’t sure where I was going to use them but knew they were cute and under $3! I was deciding how I would use them So staying with my Spring neutrals this season I thought they would complement the topiary by my kitchen window, and the […]

Home Decor with Spring Neutrals~

03/07/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

I decided to put some spring decor around my home without taking down my Easter decor boxes~full of spring colors and pastels, but add a lighter feel around the house that reminds me of spring.  This is my kitchen table, a nest and some eggs perched on a small cake stand, a candle with some […]

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