frugal fashion

Frugal Fashion: Look Chic All Year Long with Post Season Holiday Wear

Posted January 8, 2009 - 06:00 by Myscha Theriault

Health and Beauty

Ever taken an objective look at the holiday wear items that hit the market starting in October?The truth is many of them are a decent deal even before the clearance sales start. In fact, I once scored a fantastic flouncy crepe tank sheath for ten bucks by combining a department store pseudo sale with an exceptional newspaper coupon to the same store. Right now though, the clearance deals still going on at many of the major first run stores just may be too good to pass up. What if you miss out? Well they should be hitting the Marshall's, Ross and TJ Max circuit shortly thereafter. Want a peek at my ten favorite “use them all year long” items? Read on.

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New Ideas for Old Neckties

Posted June 2, 2008 - 04:36 by Myscha Theriault

DIY, Green Living

Recently, at an open mic night event my husband and I attended with friends, I noticed an interesting use of a recycled necktie. Seeing this reminded me of a skirt I saw years ago in the same medium. So I got to thinking, what else can you create from old neckties?

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