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The "Frugal" Frog? More Like a Pricey Puddle for DIY Disasters

Shoppers looking for genuine bargains at The Frugal Frog on North Street in Ripley might leave feeling more fleeced than frugal. The store's name seems a misnomer, as patrons report that the owner appears to have missed the memo on what "frugal" truly means, particularly when it comes to the price tags on their merchandise.

Criticism centers on the perceived outrageous prices for items that appear to be mass-produced декоративні pieces, allegedly sourced from China. Customers have expressed disappointment, suggesting that much of the inventory carries a homemade, almost child-like assembly quality. "It looks like a kid put them together," one disgruntled visitor might say, highlighting a stark contrast between the cost and the apparent craftsmanship.

The sentiment is that many of the items sold—ranging from primitive decor to furniture—could not only be easily replicated at home by someone with basic crafting skills but would likely result in a more polished and aesthetically pleasing product. This has led to frustration among those who enter expecting quality finds at reasonable prices, only to discover what they describe as overpriced, poorly constructed goods. While the store boasts a selection of Amish-made products and primitive furniture, the presence of these other items at inflated prices seems to overshadow any potential for a truly "frugal"...

I was so disappointed! My sister lives in Ripley, while visiting her I made a point of finding this store. When I walked in there was no salutation or even a hello let alone can I help you find something. Instead, several people were having a loud conversation behind the checkout desk so i didn't feel comfortable asking for help.

This store is dark and dingey. with furniture stacked on top of one another which makes it very hard to see what is actually being offered. They do not have actual primitive furniture they have thrown together, stapled pine junk! The wood has some kind of latex paint in primitive colors with no kind of finish on them. Everything in this store is brown and red, red and tan, or mustard ! Actual primitive antiques I have paid a fortune for are a wide variety of colors. It reminded me of a cheap crafters mall with ridiculous prices. I would not recommend this store. But on the up side as I was driving back the other way to Fairplain I saw a tiny sign out by the road called Primitives and More and decided to stop in because it couldn't be as bad as the last store I tried. What a difference! real primitives with classic finishes. Now I'm drooling over a beautiful blue cabinet I cant get in my car...

I bought 2 of the gliding rockers that were made by the Amish. They are beautiful and very comfortable to sit in! Monica was so friendly and helpful! This was my first visit and will not be my last, a lot of beautiful Amish furniture. If you love Primitive decor at great prices...