FRUGAL LUXURIES: FACT SHEET

WHO:

Tracey McBride: Lifestyle Philosophy; Voluntary Simplicity and Frugality Expert

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WHAT THEY'RE SAYING:

• "Think of Tracey McBride as the Martha Stewart of the cheapskate set." --Chicago Tribune

• "This isn't just a great idea Tracey had--this is how she lives. She's committed to creating a home and family that celebrate what she calls "intangible". Her philosophy reminds us to embrace the here and now." --Publisher's Weekly

• "There is an incredible amount of wisdom between the covers of [Tracey's] book on how to live a totally fulfilling life no matter how much money you have." --Jack Canfield, co-author, Chicken Soup for the Soul

• "Frugal Luxuries is a sourcebook for all of us who strive to live with a sense of luxury no matter how tight our budgets." --Publisher's Weekly

• "Tracey McBride is a goddess of frugality." --Orange County Register

• "McBride revels in her spiritual and quietly celebratory "Home Graces"....in this lovely....book." --Publisher's Weekly

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BOOKS:
Frugal Luxuries by the Seasons: Celebrate the Holidays With Elegance and Simplicity--On Any Income . Written by Tracey McBride. Published by Bantam Books, NY, November 2000.
Frugal Luxuries: Simple Pleasures to Enhance Your Life and Comfort Your Soul . Written by Tracey McBride. Published by Bantam Books, NY, October 1997.
NOTE: Both of Tracey's books HAVE NEVER BEEN OUT OF PRINT and are more relevant today than ever.
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TELEVISION APPEARANCES:

• LIFETIME Real Women: Bradley Bijou's Operation Style. Showcasing her resourcefulness and creativity, Tracey helped plan a craft/bookclub party and made charming no-sew slipcovers for co-workers and friends. NOTE: This episode aired recently on 9/25/08.

• DIY Network: Tracey appears as a semi-regular guest on DIY television and shares her unique vision for re-purposing, re-cycling and re-creating in a variety of ways. You can find her often on Crafts as well as holiday specials.

• HGTV Network: Tracey has appeared more than a dozen times on HGTV as a regular guest on The Carol Duvall Show and Smart Solutions .

• ABC NEWS Los Angeles affiliate: Tracey has assisted ABC news multiple times, appearing as an expert on various topics such as "Simple Strategies for Frugal Holiday Shopping" and "Secrets of Southern California Tag/Yard sale Shopping".

• The FAMILY Channel: Tracey appeared as an expert, mutiple times on the LIVE TV series, Home and Family, giving expert advice on topics such as saving money; re-purposing; recycling; clothing care; as well as unique ways to enjoy mundane tasks.