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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

Designer Wedding Dresses at Glamour Closet

02/19/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

With all the love this season I thought I would share our shopping experience for a wedding dress, in the FrugElegant style of course! Our visit started when the store opened, we were first in line, they do not take appointments and the first four brides waiting have the first slots to try on dresses. […]

Best Hummingbird Cake Recipe

02/16/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com 2 Comments

Starting to think about freshening up the house with some spring decor. Which made me start thinking about our families favorite springtime cake.   BEST HUMMINGBIRD CAKE RECIPE! We enjoy this every springtime. Our Easter tradition, my future son in~law likes its so much I made the recipe into mini cupcakes for their engagement party. I’m […]

Easiest Treats!

02/14/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Only easy & simple recipes for me. The cooking gene definitely skipped me because my mom is an excellent cook & my brother is a chef! This is one of my favorites & it came about last year because my daughter remembered late one night that she forgot she had to bring treats to share […]

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles

02/13/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

My daughter and I made these for Valentine gifts. It’s cookie dough that substitutes applesauce for eggs, so you can eat the dough. I also used mini chocolate chips. Form into small balls, freeze 30 minutes. Then dip in chocolate. I found a package of chocolate at the grocery store that was for candy and […]

DIY: Print & Frame Easy Art (from your home computer)

02/12/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Art doesn’t have to cost a lot. And you sure don’t have to give up style either. I always keep a lookout when shopping for frames marked on clearance. This group of frames were at a wholesale warehouse, Gator Bobs. Prices were $1.75-$2.95 per frame! These are not cheap frames. They are fantastic quality & […]

Easy Update Stairway Entryway for only under $75!

02/10/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com 2 Comments

Home Improvement on a Budget, Staircase Makeover by FrugElegance.com

Easy Stairway Update on a budget – for only $75 A home entry is the first impression that a visitor gets when they are inside your home. An easy update to can be some fresh paint: contrasting hues of ivory and deep chocolate are modern yet classic at the same time. My home was built in 1989~white wash and brass! […]

Makeup Drawer Organizing

02/08/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Frug-Inspired friend Justine, sent these pictures of her newly organized make-up drawer. Organizers from Marshall’s were $5.99-$6.99 each. Love those frugelegant projects. Check out Justine’s beautiful artwork at LemonZebra.com or on her Facebook page- Lemon Zebra Designs.

02/07/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

DIY: Spinning Make-Up Brush Holder (or Pen/Pencil Holder) I found these spinning holders at Marshall’s for $6.99. Last year I bought a few because my teenage daughter wanted a make up brush holder. It was a hit! We gave a few out as gifts & I sold a few on ebay. As I shopped, if […]

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02/06/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Mirror Decor Mirrors can be a great frugal home decor item that looks like you spent a fortune. Large, Small, all sizes. You can find them in every discount store. See our Pinterest Mirror Board -we have a lot of beautiful Frug-Elegant Mirrors to share with you.

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Quiche Lorraine Recipe

02/06/2014 By frugelegance@aol.com Leave a Comment

Quiche Lorraine Recipe~I received a Joy of Cooking book for a wedding gift more than 30 years ago! The classic quiche recipe in that book has been my go to for many occasions. From the elegant engagement brunch I posted, to my office meeting that I made these for yesterday. I have modified as seen […]

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