I always wondered how people got to be members of Mensa which is an organization of people with high IQ’s. And this week I found out when I saw an ad in our local paper announcing that prospective members can show up and take a test to qualify. I guess it’s like an audition—-only not quite American Idol. I would be curious to be a fly on the wall and see who shows up. Meanwhile as far as I know no one in our house has ever been a member—but if you’re interested, you might want to start with this home kit before showing up at tryouts. (Mensa…
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Courage
29 Jun 2009 | 12:39 amThese bracelets by Stella Pace were really popular awhile back—each bracelet is made of beads that are believed to carry special significance. I was recovering from cancer treatment and I bought all the bracelets I thought I could use and I wore all of them. All the time. I thought I needed all the help I could get. This one, Courage, is made of tiger’s eye beads. At the time, courage was so important to me that I bought an extra one. Just in case mine broke. But mine held up just fine—both the bracelet and my courage. Maybe someone else can use… -
This week’s catchers
28 Jun 2009 | 1:08 amJune is the most popular month for weddings, and appropriately,this week is all-white: White scarf: Ruth When I received the e-mail and I saw this scarf, I fell in love with it. I wear scarfs all the time and they are my signature piece of clothing . Even though I am well past the bride stage of life I would love to receive and own this scarf. White top: Vicki The only thing I REALLY miss (having moved from Carmel to Ashland 5 years ago) is the summer drives down to Big Sur in my little blue convertible with the top down and Reggae blasting on the cassette player…. I was on pins… -
Kids love clutter too!
26 Jun 2009 | 12:54 amThe creepy crawlers are happily ensconsced in the classroom with Akemi’s twin boys and their pre-school teacher. Boys will be boys. Girls are happier with this kind of clutter: Minnie’s granddaughter very happily adopted Flounder. And the whole family is happy with their new picture frame —-showing Wendy Brewer’s children. Special appreciation and thanks to everyone who sends pictures!!! -
Birthdays and Big Sur
24 Jun 2009 | 2:28 amThis week I’ve had birthdays on my mind and on my blog, since my son just turned 21. He wasn’t home and on his birthday I was in Big Sur, which is about an hour from where I live. Coincidentally, I spent my 21st birthday in Big Sur, too– only it took me the whole summer to get there— driving from the east coast where I lived back then. The wonderful thing about Big Sur is that in many ways it hasn’t changed from the time of my birthday to my son’s. Which is why I thought about this top–because this is a special item and Big Sur is a…
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Festival of Frugality
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Festival of Frugality Is On An Adventure
30 Jun 2009 | 12:36 pmA Frugal Adventure, of course! This week the festival travels to My Frugal Adventures, where the editor-selected highlights include: MoneyNing presents Side Hustle, Self Employed, Entrepreneurship. Todd at Personal Finance Playbook presents Should You Refinance? Monevator says “Borrow now and have less later” in The Really Obvious Thing We All Forget When Borrowing Money Thanks for hosting! Next week the festival travels to Money Relationship, so get those frugal entries in! -
Frugal Tip: Do You Hulu?
25 Jun 2009 | 8:01 amI used to watch a lot of TV. Not a lot of TV compared to the average American, but still to me, a lot of TV. I watch a lot less TV now but I do still enjoy a few hours a week of programming. But instead of fitting my life around TV, I prefer to fit TV around my lifestyle. I don’t want to choose when to watch what, and I don’t want to be forced to pay significant money for premium programming. That, for me, is where Hulu comes in. Hulu is a website that has programming on demand so to speak – I can open it up and watch clips from shows I might be interested in, or… -
On the Highway to the Honeymoon Edition of the Festival!
23 Jun 2009 | 6:16 pmThe festival of Frugality travels to Financial Highway this week, presenting on the road to the Honeymoon Destination edition! It is chock full of frugal insights and tips, including these editor’s picks: Fabulously Broke presents The three levels of frugality posted at Fabulously Broke ….in the City. Lazy Man and Money presents Save Money on Groceries posted at Lazy Man and Money. Thanks for hosting! Next week the festival travels to My Frugal Adventures so get those entries in! -
Frugal Tip: Pile the Kid’s Sauce
18 Jun 2009 | 8:57 pmToday is a silly little frugal tip I use on my four year old. He likes to eat some things with sauce (generally barbeque sauce) and he seems to spread the sauce all over his entire plate in the process of dipping. And then he complains that he doesn’t have any sauce. Because he can’t dip any longer. So I take a butter knife and scrape all the suace up into a pile and have him use that, versus putting more sauce onto his plate. It is a silly little thing but it works for him, and saves me from using up an entire bottle of barbeque sauce a week. Sometimes frugality is a big… -
Festival of Frugality – Transformer?
16 Jun 2009 | 6:04 pmIt’s the Revenge of the Fallen edition of the festival today at Stupid Cents, which is a Transformers reference. I’m not up on Transformers lingo but I do know these editors picks are more than meets the eye! Peter presents 7 Common Questions About The 2009 New Car Sales Tax Deduction posted at Bible Money Matters. FMF presents Four Home Upgrades Worth the Tax Break posted at Free Money Finance. FFB presents Go To The Museum For Free posted at Free From Broke. J. Money presents Bring Lunch or Buy Lunch? I Say a Little of Each. posted at Budgets are Sexy. DR presents Say Goodbye…
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Our New Mortgage
24 Jun 2009 | 10:06 pmWe’ve been tying up loose ends all week, getting ready to sell our current house and buy our new home. Our closing is set for Friday morning, and then the closing on the new house is on Monday. It feels like we’re never going to get everything packed up and moved out of her by Saturday, but I suppose we will. We’ve got our final numbers on both sales now. We’ll net just over $42,000 from the sale of our house, and we need to show up at closing for the new house with about $45,000. So that works out just about perfectly. We decided to go with a 15 year… -
A Good Omen
20 Jun 2009 | 2:07 pmWe have been using the same garden trowel ever since we moved into our house in 2003. Somewhere around 2007, the handle broke. It’s a metal handle with a soft plastic grip around it, and the metal inside snapped in half. All that was holding the handle to the trowel was the plastic sheathing on the handle. And yet we continued to use it. I don’t know why we didn’t just get another trowel. I guess we always forgot when we’re out and about. Last night, we were at Marshalls, and my husband found a garden trowel and fork set - with a ten year warranty! - for… -
Not Paying For Our Buyer’s Low Interest Rate
18 Jun 2009 | 4:18 pmWe think we’re finally past most of the speed bumps on the road to selling one house and buying another. The appraisal was the last hurdle for selling our house, and unfortunately it came in $5000 lower than our asking price. We knew this was going to be an issue even before we listed our house. We discussed it at length with our realtor, and she even took us around the neighborhood to check out other houses that we for sale before we set our price. We knew that the highest price any house in our neighborhood had sold for recently was $205k. And the lowest was $135k. So we… -
A New Washing Machine… Thrift Stores Rule!
14 Jun 2009 | 2:02 pmOur new house doesn’t have a washer and dryer. Well, it does now, but they aren’t included with the house. I knew that I wanted to get a front loading washing machine once we moved. I love that they use far less water, and the ones I’ve used (at friends’ houses) seem to spin things out much better than my top loader, so that clothes don’t take as long to dry. I had been checking out Craigs List, but the few front loaders that I found were usually at least $500. New, they typically start at $800, although I sometimes see sales where they get down around… -
One More Hurdle To Jump Before We Sell Our House
11 Jun 2009 | 2:09 pmOur home appraisal is tomorrow. My husband and I are both on pins and needles about the appraisal. Our house was listed for $214,900, and got two offers for the asking price, one after three days on the market, and the other after five days. We had tons of showings in the few days before it was under contract, and lots of interest even after we stopped showing it. So we know that it was priced correctly for the market. But the appraiser has to agree. And the problem is that the comps in our neighborhood aren’t really all that comparable. Our house backs to open space, and…
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Jun 20, Consignment-Consign and buy Children's items. There is no better sale than resale.
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Jun 19, Saving money buy shopping at consignment stores
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Jun 17, Apple Crumble Recipe
17 Jun 2009 | 5:31 amApple Crumble recipe
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Take a Vacation from High Prices on Travel
1 Jul 2009 | 7:17 amThis is a guest post from Sok Verdery, CEO of CouponShack.com. CouponShack.com, a leading coupon site that helps consumers save money and get the best deals in their favorite stores, recently completed a survey to determine consumer’s vacation travel plans this summer. Interestingly, the survey demonstrated that the majority of people (66%) are continuing to plan summer vacations despite the economic downturn. That’s good news considering that most of us are feeling the need for a change of pace and a little summer fun. While Americans are still planning to travel, the majority (68%) of… -
The Psychology of Cash Management: How Large Bills Can Help You Spend Less
29 Jun 2009 | 3:00 amVik Tantry’s video blog, kanjoh.com, is dedicated to teaching people about personal finance. Small bills are very convenient to carry around. After all, they do make it easy to pay in exact change. But according to a recent study published in the Journal of Consumer Research, carrying small bills can actually cause you to spend more on impulse than you otherwise would. This phenomenon is called the “denomination effect,” and has a lot to do with the ease of making a purchase. For example, let’s say that I walk into a souvenir shop and see a baseball cap I just have… -
Weekly Round-Up: It’s Hot
28 Jun 2009 | 4:27 amGasp. Pant. Lounge… it’s hot here! Seriously- the crickets are out in full force. Time for some serious couch time. But before I collapse with a bucket of ice cubes, here are some favorite reads from this week. The Laundry List: Best Washers, Dryers and Detergents – ABC News Can you ever afford to have children? By Jeanne Sager for Babble.com. I also participated in the following carnivals: The Carnival of Debt Reduction, with my post (your post, really) on the envelope method of budgeting. The Carnival of Pecuniarities with, appropriately, my post on cooling my house… -
Q&A: Overwhelming Medical Bills
25 Jun 2009 | 11:39 pmEdited to add: The suggestions, ideas and support that people have left in the comments are amazing- I’m so proud of the community here! Ellen left this comment on the envelope system post. I thought it was so important that I turned it into a post of its own- I just know you guys will have good suggestions for her! I struggle to pay all our bills which are mostly medical. The costs keep going up as we are dealing with a lifetime medical need. Right now I am paying $15 to each medical bill. Last month one hospital sent us to collections and another Dr. is threatening to with only… -
How Do You Judge Success?
24 Jun 2009 | 5:43 amHow do you judge success? When can you say that enough is enough, that you’ve accomplished your goal, and that now, you can move onto something else? These are questions that I’ve been thinking about lately, in several different areas. Of course, sometimes success is easy to judge: you reach your goal weight or emergency fund balance. Other times, success is more difficult to quantify. In regards to my work, for example, I’ve been trying to figure out how to judge a project’s success. Is it when enough people sales go up, and by a certain percentage? Is it when the…
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pick me.
30 Jun 2009 | 8:30 amI am completely aware of the ridiculousness of a 32-almost-33 year-old boy-man writing about strawberries. I am. I am completely aware that you know what strawberries look like so I won’t put a photo up. I am also aware of the irony that this time last year I was working on a respectable opium habit. that being said, I had a great time in a strawberry patch today. see, I woke up and I walked poppy down fields of bright yellow - the same walk I did two years ago around this same time - to the little country pub. poppy likes this pub ’cause there’s a pond in the back where she… -
oliver’s army…on rough sundays
26 Jun 2009 | 6:25 amwould you let this man loose on the microphone of a popular podcast? me neither. thankfully, it’s not that popular. ollie likes music. ollie likes England. ollie thought combining the both would make for a ratings boost. so he’s in charge this week. it’s ‘rough sundays 13′ - hope you like. [and please don't leave us.] -
oh. shit.
24 Jun 2009 | 7:16 amI have a friend called Mimi. she actually has helped in setting up this blog. I just saw her in Austin for SXSW. she was also due to be in Europe in a few weeks and I owed her a beer or two. her persistence is what makes her a successful lady. her persistence is what makes her a very funky lady. her persistence may have just saved her life. Click here to view the embedded video. -
public housing.
23 Jun 2009 | 5:28 amthere are lots of people in this pub I see them come-and-go from my little back seat the ladies and their Pimms to my left with complaints about the neighborhood [and also the humidity] straight ahead are the suits trying hard not to look like suits what with their sunglasses on their heads unbuttoned shirts and their suits to the right is the door to the kitchen and the landlord who lives up there it wasn’t that long ago that I worked on those cups it wasn’t that long ago that I didn’t care and then, behind the casks and ales and crisps in front of the measured pours that I… -
you. [o]kay.
22 Jun 2009 | 6:05 amthis is why I came. it’s not even been a week and it’s been a month’s worth of stories. some good, some bad, and the fact that I don’t have internet access at the house is probably a good thing, or I might. just. go. in-fucking-sane. there’s been cricket and thursdays like the one you see above. there’s been walks and thoughts and escapes and sausages. I might stay here for a bit. I might not. I might go to Europe to see friends. I might not. I could go back. I just don’t know. and that’s the most exciting and frightening thing you can ever…
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Uncommon Cents
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Review: The Age of Turbulence CD Audiobook
1 Jul 2009 | 2:30 pmAnother audiobook on compact disc I was able to borrow from the fabulous Hawai’i State Public Library System, The Age of Turbulence, a monstrous 16 CD set that retails for $44.95. Somewhat autobiographical (it is, after all, written by Alan Greenspan himself) and narrated by Robertson Dean, Greenspan offers his own personal history of himself, discussions of working with presidents from Nixon to the second George Bush, and his views on the economies of both the U.S. and other countries. The narrator himself has a very professional voice and is easy to listen to; it’s quite… -
What’s in My Portfolio: Vanguard Small Cap Exchange Traded Fund
30 Jun 2009 | 2:59 pmYes, another ETF in my Roth IRA from Vanguard. I’m not sure but there may be a few more of these, but I’ll go one at a time. This is the Vanguard Small Cap Exchange Traded Fund (VB). This is a small cap index fund, tracking the MCSI US Small Cap 1750 Index, and is the ETF equivalent of the Vanguard Small Cap Index Fund (NAESX). Since this is in my Roth IRA, I have no tax concerns (notice a theme? I own almost everything in tax advantaged accounts, and the few things I do are either individual stocks I plan on owning for a long time or I series Savings Bonds which can have tax… -
Ask the Readers: Fourteen Percent–Could You Cut Your Budget That Much?
29 Jun 2009 | 2:19 pmA few weeks ago, the Governor of Hawai’i (the state I live in) ordered furloughs of most state employees of three days a month for two years, and ordered departments that were exempt from her being able to order furloughs (Office of Hawaiian Affairs and the Department of Education) to cut their budgets by an equivalent amount of money–roughly 14%. Needless to say, there’s been much uproar about this. The unions representing government employees are challenging the orders in court, and departments are considering their options, many choosing to close three Fridays a month. -
Does Someone Really “Deserve it”?
28 Jun 2009 | 2:12 pmI recently had a discussion with one of my friends who had told his girlfriend to go ahead and buy herself an iPhone because, “she deserved it.” Similarly, this week at work when I discussed my thoughts about attending the Maui Photo Festival, namely that while I thought the festival itself was costly but worth it, and the airfare for me would not be a big deal (a 20 minute flight is not a big deal, really), housing and a rental car might be the real killers in terms of going. “Just spend the money, Ryan,” I was told. “You deserve it.” While I certainly… -
What’s in my Portfolio: Vanguard REIT Index ETF
27 Jun 2009 | 2:18 pmWe talked about Real Estate Investment Trusts not long ago, and we talked about Exchange Traded Funds awhile back. Now combine the two and we get one of my very small holdings, the Vanguard REIT Index ETF (VNQ). This is a tiny holding in my Roth IRA; when I say tiny, I mean .14% of my total portfolio. That’s right, not even close to a single percent. Like real estate, this fund hasn’t done all that well, but since it’s from Vanguard, I get the low costs I would expect, and the ETF pays a nice dividend of 9.13%. As usual, in a tax advantaged account, I have no real tax…
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The Frugal Life News
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Personal Finance Info
30 Jun 2009 | 11:07 amBen at MoneySmartLife.com says:Who doesn’t like to snack? When I snack it’s usually because I don’t have time to make a meal or just have a craving for a small taste of something. Our new baby hasn’t left us with much spare time this last month so I’ve been doing a lot of snacking in the kitchen. I’ve also been snacking on personal finance articles, squeezing one in here and there between tasks during the workday or a crying baby in the evenings. Here are some of the tasty money snacks I’ve run across recently. Visit the blog website. Sponsored by The Herbs Place: What's On… -
Freezer Meals
30 Jun 2009 | 9:30 amThe secret to saving money on food Four years ago when our family took a pay cut to move closer to our extended family, we needed to trim the budget. We did not have a lot of areas to cut spending but I did notice that we spent hundreds of dollars each month on feeding our family of 4. I had I had heard about freezer cooking and did some searching for recipes online. Most of what I found, called for cooking multiple dishes simultaneously, (I was having a hard enough time cooking a side dish with a main course so I knew this wouldn't work for me). I decided to modify my recipes into meals that… -
Department of Motor Vehicles
30 Jun 2009 | 9:19 amFind information on driver's license, auto insurance and warranties, vehicle registration, traffic schools, order DMV and vehicle history reports, get DMV forms, and more. Access the Site. Visit the blog website. Sponsored by The Herbs Place: What's On Sale? Online Catalog For Kids -
Eat At Home, Cut Cost and Pounds
29 Jun 2009 | 11:18 amFrom Consumer ReportsEat at home lose weight save money I’m always on the go, so eating out is a convenient, and often, the only, solution to the "what’s for dinner" dilemma. But this weekend I got a fiscal wake-up call when I took a close look at how much I’ve spent on restaurant and delivery meals in the past month. Twenty bucks here, another $30 there, and before I knew it, I’d spent over $500 on dine-out meals in a month’s time. Read the entire article and read comments by those who are doing it. Visit the blog website. Sponsored by The Herbs Place: What's On Sale? Online… -
Cheap Summer Activites
29 Jun 2009 | 11:05 amWant to have fun this summer but you really don’t have much money thanks to last semester’s tuition and textbook fees? Don’t worry this article will provide you some low cost options for having fun without going broke this summer.1. Spend the day relaxing at the beach. Plain and simple, no more to add.2. Go hiking. For those of you that like a little more adventure than beach lounging you can try out going for a hike. Even if you’re in the city there’s usually a big park where you can get out and tromp around. Not only is it free, it’s good exercise.3. Sporting events. I’m not…
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Garage Sale Supplies: Shopping
2 Jul 2009 | 11:13 amHaving the right supplies on hand when you are out shopping the garage sales can actually make a difference in how much you save and the deals that you can get. Being prepared can really make a difference. Make sure that you have the following items on hand before you make your garage sale rounds. -
Garage Sale Supplies
2 Jul 2009 | 7:02 amWhether you want to have a successful garage sale or clean up by shopping at one, there are several supplies that you should have on hand. These supplies will help you do well and save money. Let us start with the supplies that you will need when hosting a garage sale. -
Frugal Guide to Helping Others in Need
1 Jul 2009 | 2:29 pmHelping others in need is a difficult concept when you you count your pennies yourself. It is especially difficult when you know that the person in need of help is quite wasteful with money normally. You will feel it is their fault for ending up in dire straits and not want to help at all. -
Save Money on Landscaping
30 Jun 2009 | 9:05 amThe nice weather may have you looking at your yard with a critical eye. Do you need to make some improvements to your landscape? How can you do this inexpensively? Here are some ideas. Free materials All sorts of free materials can be had if you look around an ask. -
Paying Off Your Debt for the Summer
30 Jun 2009 | 5:07 amWhether you have a large mortgage payment or owe your best friend $50, paying off your debt can be satisfying, not only for your financial well being, but for your self esteem as well. But how can you pay off debt when you are overwhelmed? Summer is a great time to pay off some debt.
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Weekly Roundup: When You Were A Kid Edition
2 Jul 2009 | 3:00 amShort on time again this week as my company goes through its fiscal year end. It’s a busy time, which makes the days go by fast, but I’m finding out I don’t do 12-hour days as well as I used to! When not working I did manage to find a few great articles around the web, including an intriguing video. I occasionally share small business (or side hustle, as I like to call them) ideas here with you, and found the following video inspiring. Remember when you were a kid? What did you want to be when you grew up? What got in your way? Yourself? It’s never too late to chase… -
Department Store Credit Card Approvals Spark Celebration
1 Jul 2009 | 3:00 amLast weekend my wife and I took the kids to a local department store for a little back-to-school shopping a couple months early. I recently cashed in some very old credit card rewards from a card we paid off recently in exchange for a gift card to a well-known department store. Combined with a 30% store sales flier we figured we could snag a couple deals before school starts at the end of summer. I consider myself a fairly patient dad when it comes to shopping. During most shopping excursions my son and I take up our post outside the girl’s dressing room and hold “buy” and… -
How To Survive Being Laid Off
30 Jun 2009 | 3:00 amThe following article contains condensed excerpts from $100K to Nothing - Layoff: My journey from a six figure income to the unemployment line in the worst economy of our time by Dan Holt. You can find out more about the book at www.100ktonothing.com. Hi, I’m Dan and I’m unemployed. But it wasn’t always this way…I used to be employed, borderline overworked, and well compensated for my effort and effectiveness. One pleasant spring afternoon, while enjoying lunch with my then 4 year old son, I received a phone call from my boss. I was not alarmed, because my boss resides… -
A New Perspective On Meeting Basic Needs
29 Jun 2009 | 3:00 amLast week I mentioned that I was reading the book Scratch Beginnings: Me, $25, and the Search for the American Dream, by Adam Shepard. The book chronicles the real-life journey of Shepard, who upon finishing college turned over all his worldly possessions to his brother, and began a social experiment of his own. Armed with only $25 and a mostly empty gym bag, he hit the streets of Charleston, SC to try to make it out of poverty in one year or less. In the first 25 pages of the book you are instantly reminded of what it is like to have nothing but the clothes on your back. Actually, I… -
Marriage And Money: Do You And Your Spouse Differ On Finances?
28 Jun 2009 | 3:00 amMy wife and I have been married for over eleven years now. When we first married we were complete opposites on all things financial. I am, by nature, a saver. My wife is the free spirit, or the spender, in our relationship. In an effort to keep things civil those first few years I spent a little more than I was used to, and she sacrificed a little more than she was used to. We were convinced our compromise of financial personalities was for the greater good of marital harmony. However, over the years our natural tendencies were overridden by circumstances - circumstances we created for…
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About.com Frugal Living
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Cold Food and Drink Recipes
2 Jul 2009 | 2:00 amHot kitchens are great in the winter, but miserable in the summer. Work more cold meals into your menu, and you'll be rewarded with a cooler kitchen, a cooler you... -
Featured Reader: Rachel, WA
1 Jul 2009 | 2:00 amName: Rachel from Washington Your Favorite Source for Bargains: Grocery Outlet has awesome prices on fancy cosmetics and organic shampoos and toiletries. When the season is right the farmers market is a cool... -
Frugal Summer Grilling
29 Jun 2009 | 5:00 pmHave you gotten your grill out yet? If not, the Fourth of July weekend is the perfect time to do it. Keep your grilling costs down with these frugal recipes: Meat... -
Get More Coupons Online
29 Jun 2009 | 2:00 amOnline coupons are making a huge comeback. If you swore them off years ago, now's the time to give them a second look. They can be loaded onto your grocery... -
Get into National Parks Free
26 Jun 2009 | 5:59 amPlanning to visit a national park this summer? Then you may want to do it on one of the weekends that you can get in free. On July 18-19 and...
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Frugal Simplicity
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FREE sample pack Kotex
2 Jul 2009 | 2:27 pmFREE sample pack Kotex. Sign up to get your free sample of Kotex Ultra Thin Overnight Pads with Wings. http://partners.mysavings.com/z/3076/CD86 addthis_url = 'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.frugalsimplicity.com%2F2009%2F07%2F02%2Ffree-sample-pack-kotex%2F'; addthis_title = 'FREE+sample+pack+Kotex'; addthis_pub = ''; Share and Enjoy: -
FREE Tango Red Samsung Washer and Dryer, Test and Keep
26 Jun 2009 | 3:46 pmProduct testers: FREE Tango Red Samsung Washer and Dryer, Test and Keep Test and Keep a Red Samsung Washer & Dryer! Get it Fast with FedEx! addthis_url = 'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.frugalsimplicity.com%2F2009%2F06%2F26%2Ffree-tango-red-samsung-washer-and-dryer-test-and-keep-2%2F'; addthis_title = 'FREE+Tango+Red+Samsung+Washer+and+Dryer%2C+Test+and+Keep'; addthis_pub = ''; Share and Enjoy: -
Saving Money Club
25 Jun 2009 | 12:01 pmAre you sick and tired of not having enough money to pay your bills, not having enough money to buy food and medicine? Are you tired of running out of money before you get another paycheck? Are you living on one income when you previously lived on two? Did you recently get [...] -
Stay Cooler During the Summer the Frugal Way
23 Jun 2009 | 3:29 pmIt can take a lot of money to stay cool but there are ways to stay cool without busting your budget. There are many ways to beat the heat during the summer without spending too much money. Stay cool and frugal at the same time. All you have to do is look for ways to [...] -
Getting the Home You Want at a Price You Can Afford
23 Jun 2009 | 3:26 pmThe topic of real estate can be very tricky as the market continually shifts. Sometimes it is a buyer’s market out there with plenty of homes to choose from. Other times the seller’s have the upper hand as more people are looking for quality homes than there are available in the area. Getting the home [...]
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Frugal Village
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Dip into summer cooking
2 Jul 2009 | 8:10 amSummer dips are delicious to serve at backyard barbecues, parties and potlucks. They're easy to make, can be served with most anything, transport well and are kid-friendly, too. Hot dips can be kept warm in a slow cooker, and cold dips can be placed on a container of ice. Homemade dip is going to outshine the tub of ranch-style veggie dip. There's just one rule: No double-dipping. Pizza Dip 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated 8 ounces pizza sauce 2 tablespoons green pepper, chopped -
Summer gift-buying on a shoestring
1 Jul 2009 | 9:59 pmphoto by myartfullife Summer can cost a fortune. For some families, many weekends are already accounted for. There are baby showers, weddings and anniversaries, reunions, birthdays, work and family picnics, and various other parties to attend. Cha-ching. You don’t want to look like a cheapskate, but affording it all can be tough on your budget. Here are a few gift ideas to help you get through your summer without going broke. HOUSEWARMING: ... -
Bulk condiment storage: Stop playing ketchup
29 Jun 2009 | 10:13 amphoto by Lance Fisher DEAR SARA: What is the best way to store opened containers of ketchup? I buy my ketchup in the club pack. I did the math, and the club pack is extremely cheap compared to the regular size. It also helps save the environment because it’s less plastic being sold and put into this household. I am having an issue with ketchup cans, primarily. I bought a club-pack-size ... -
Put baking supplies in one place
26 Jun 2009 | 11:50 pmphoto by petit hiboux Gathering your baking supplies can be time-consuming. Sometimes measuring cups and spoons get separated or pans get shoved far back into the cabinets. It can end up a real workout before you’ve even started mixing ingredients. You might end up buying replacements for supplies you’ve misplaced. The first tip is a wonderful way to organize your baking supplies. It will create fond memories for children, too. ORGANIZE ... -
How to buy cheap produce
25 Jun 2009 | 9:06 pmphoto by Ellie Vanhoutte Produce can be expensive. Fortunately, there are frugal ways to keep it low-cost. First, find out what is grown locally at your state department of agriculture Web site. Or visit www.localharvest.org/csa to find community-supported agriculture in your area. CSAs allow you to buy produce directly from a local farmer. You pay to be a subscriber or shareholder and receive produce throughout the season. Here are a few more ...
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Glassy Eyes
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39DollarGlasses Discount Link Center
1 Jul 2009 | 7:42 amUPDATED: 7/1/200939DollarGlasses has issued some excellent new promo links and they appear to be at least semi-permanent (which is awesome for me not having to keep updating this). Here are the latest coupons and descriptions of the deals.Let me know if any of these stop working.Here is the general link to 39DollarGlassesClick Here for $10 Off Any Eyeglasses Purchase!Click Here for $15 on all orders of $125 or more plus free shipping!Click Here for $20 on all orders of $175 or more plus free shipping!Those last two links (for multiple pairs or nice progressives) end up at roughly 15% off… -
EyeBuyDirect Special -- Altea!
30 Jun 2009 | 2:20 pmEvery now and then EyeBuyDirect has a frame on special that I have to talk about -- something unusual, but cool. This is one of those moments.Altea is a bit on the conservative side in the front, but it's all party in the back -- not unlike a mullet. But let's put all mullet comparisons out of our minds for a moment. The temples are clear but feature a black outline. They're on the longer side (at 140mm), so they'll work for those of us with larger heads too. This is a unique frame, that will look good on everyone -- except, oddly enough, those sporting a mullet.Altea is on sale until Sunday,… -
New Progressive Lenses at 39 Dollar Glasses -- and they're HIGH TECH!
19 Jun 2009 | 8:39 amI don't need multi-focal lenses (yet), but mom does, mom-in-law does and so does almost everyone I know over the age of 50. This is a huge section of the population that will never have laser eye surgery. It intrigued me when I heard a rumor from Dr. Marc at 39DollarGlasses about a new progressive lens that 39$ was about to start offering. This lens, which I assumed would be a premium option turned out to be Optical Dynamics' clearLight progressive lenses.We've added a new progressive lens option to our site. It is made using a digital free form lens molding technology and is manufactured by… -
Online Eyewear: The "codgers" and "curmudgeons" will get it -- one day.
11 Jun 2009 | 6:45 amI really like EyeOverheard. Lily does a bang-up job of gathering up all of the industry gossip and making it interesting. It's also a great place to keep the pulse of optical industry employees without having to deal with a certain optical forum's overwhelming cast of illiterates (usually).Anyway, a post from a week ago struck me as interesting and even more so when I read a response by "Barry".The story can be found here. It's about how Essilor, "The World's Leader in Ophthalmic Lenses" has decided that independent eyeglasses stores need to move some of their business online. Read the… -
Coastal Contacts Discount Promo Code Center
1 Jun 2009 | 10:50 amUPDATED: 7/1/2009Coastal Contacts has a boatload of promo codes and they seem to update them monthly. Here are the latest coupons and descriptions of the deals.I'll try to keep this up to date, but drop me a line if things go stale.Here is the general link to Coastal Contacts EyeglassesGLASSYEYESCOASTALOFFER: 10% Off Any Eyeglasses at Coastal Contacts. ('til 7/31)GLASSYEXCLUSIVEDEAL: 16% Off Any Ltede, Kam Dhillon, or Joseph Marc eyeglasses. ('til 7/31)GLASSYJULYNEW: For first-time buyers only. 15% off your order, plus free priority shipping - over $99. ('til 7/31)GLASSY110EXCLUSIVE: 12% Off…
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Bargain Briana
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Old Navy: No $1 Flag Shirts
2 Jul 2009 | 1:56 pmSeveral folks have alerted me that not all Old Navy stores are participating in the $1 T-shirt sale on 7/3/2009 as they may not have received sufficient stock. So please check with your Old Navy location before heading out. I don’t want you to make an unncessary trip and be disappointed! Some are reporting that the Canadian Old Navy locations are the only ones participating. Interesting! Thanks Mama Cheaps! ©2009 BargainBriana.com. Thanks for reading. Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are viewing this article on any other site, it is possible this is… -
New Printable Coupons for July 2009
2 Jul 2009 | 5:25 amJuly means it is time to start stocking up on school supplies! Yes, in July! Watch for some great sales starting on those back to school essentials. So with the new month, we get new coupons from coupons.com. You will want to print out coupons you know you will need from coupons.com before they disappear. These coupons have individual print limits as well as total print limits. Hot Coupons.com Printables: $1.10/1 Romano’s Macaroni Grill $1.00/1 Pillsbury Savorings $1.00/1 Eggo Bakeshop Product $1.00/2 - 3 oz or Larger Bags of Burger King Snacks $1.00/1 Special K Crackers $1.25/1… -
Upromise: New July eCoupons
2 Jul 2009 | 5:24 amNew month, new coupons! Upromise’s eCoupons have been reset. So make sure to activate all your eCoupons with Upromise. There is over $37 in Upromise eCoupon Savings for July 2009! Remember eCoupons don’t come off your total bill. Any eCoupons earned are put in your Upromise account. I just activate all of them each month just in case I buy one of the products. If you have a young one in diapers or using formula your potential is much greater because of the savings with these items. If you haven’t signed up for Upromise yet, please read my past posts on this FREE and easy to use… -
Cellfire Coupons 6/30/2009 **NEW**
2 Jul 2009 | 4:56 amNew coupons on 6/30 from Cellfire. Go ahead and load these eCoupons to your loyalty card! Looks like some good opportunities for some deals Looks like some good opportunities for some deals at Kroger, Tom Thumb (or here), and Randalls! Make sure to save these by 7/13! Save $.40 when you buy any flavor 17.5 OZ. OR LARGER Betty Crocker® Cookie Mix. Save $.40 when you buy ONE BOX any flavor/variety Nature Valley® Granola Bars. Save $.50 when you buy any flavor/variety Fiber One ™ Box Muffin Mix. Save $.50 when you buy Nature Valley® Cranberry and Pomegranate Bars OR Nature Valley® Dark… -
Save-A-Lot: Sign up for the Smart Shopper Club and Save $5
1 Jul 2009 | 8:10 pmSign up for Save-A-Lot’s Smart Shopper Club and you will receive a $5 instant online coupon. Use it at any participating Save-A-Lot store! Totally random but while waiting for my flight yesterday I met a gentleman who does business with Save-A-Lot. I’ve never shopped there before but it is a store I’m going to have to try out. My readers tell me that they have name brand items as well as private brand labels. You can also use manufacturer’s coupons! Thanks Money Saving Madness! ©2009 BargainBriana.com. Thanks for reading. Use of this feed is for personal…
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The Mother Load
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The Art of Stockpiling
2 Jul 2009 | 5:45 amPhoto Credit: aonekoThere are many ways to begin tackling the grocery budget and one of the most popular ways is the art of stockpiling items when doing your grocery trips. This method, also known as the “pantry principle” by loyal Tightwad Gazette readers, is a method of shopping that is meant to give you the best bang for your buck.Let’s begin by discussing the methods that are commonly used -
Notebook Experiments: Will My Family Love Oven Baked Drumsticks?
1 Jul 2009 | 4:05 amExperiment: Will my family love oven fried drumsticks?Experiment Taken From: Notebook Entry 06.03.09Materials Needed: Please see Simply Recipes for the full instructions on this task. I followed the recipe except for using Italian breadcrumbs instead of regular and I omitted the chives. Results: I was looking forward to having a picnic night with the family since we had that on our summer list of -
Amy's Notebook 07.01.09
1 Jul 2009 | 4:00 amOne last request for a quick vote for me today! I feel as though I am borderline harassing people, but have a strange desire to win. Will you bear with my silly whining? The BlogLuxe Blog Awards end on July 6th and I would so appreciate your vote of confidence for, "The Cleanest Blog" and/or "The Blog You Learned the Most From." It would truly mean the world to me and I have greatly appreciated -
MomAdvice Monthly Recap: June '09
1 Jul 2009 | 3:55 amI just want to say a special thank you to each of you for visiting my website and sharing it with your friends, family, and your own readers. We had another great month and it is all thanks to you. I hope to continue offering support through our site, lots of giveaways for our readers, and a place where you feel valued and cared for. If there is anything you would like to see on here, please -
Fun Ways to Make Outdoor Living a Family Priority
30 Jun 2009 | 4:00 amI love nothing more than lounging around in our backyard all summer long. I will do anything to stay outside with my kids and hibernate in our big backyard. Indiana winters are so long and our summers here are far too short. I really try to make the most of every moment of sunshine.Wouldn't we all love to just lounge around in the backyard all day with our feet kicked up? While I can't say it
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The Frugal Duchess
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How I Use Calendars & Notebooks to Reach Savings Goals
1 Jul 2009 | 7:38 pmYesterday, I mentioned that a new 18-month calendar is helping me to save money. One reader asked how. Here's the agenda:The Composition NotebookIn late April, I attended a very private goal-setting conference. I was alone with a pen and a clean notebook. I spent large blocks of time thinking about where I wanted to be in April 2014. The five-year financial plan included:fully funded college savings plans for my kids.a retirement savings target.an emergency fund with 3-6 months of savings.a debt-free goal.The CountdownFor each category, I created a plan that included:a goal for May of 2014.an… -
My Summer Fitness Plan: Lifting Weights & Pumping Fiscal Goals
30 Jun 2009 | 6:55 pmSummer is a great time for physical fitness, and I am lifting weights twice a week. But beyond the beach-ready body, we should also think about boosting our fiscal fitness.To beef up my finances, I purchased a July 2009 - December 2010 calendar last week. The calendar -- 20 percent off -- is designated for tracking my financial goals, which include saving money for my kids college education, retirement and the all-important emergency fund. The new calendar, even has a built-in pocket for receipts and other papers.Goal-setting is just one of several fiscal fitness tips recommended by the folks… -
Finding Money & Spotting Financial Errors in the Mail
28 Jun 2009 | 11:54 amIt's possible to make or save money by just opening the mail. Bills, pay stub statements and even junk mail can be a source of savings. Within the last two weeks, a careful review of bills and statements has led to a savings of more than $200 in my home.• Phone and utility bills: My husband Avi recently spotted two mistakes totaling $110 on our monthly phone bill. We were billed $80 for a home repair of our wireless network. The repair did not happen. We challenged both charges and were given credit for the errors.• Magazine renewal fees: Through a special promotion, we had ordered… -
Michael Jackson: RIP & Currency for Peace
26 Jun 2009 | 3:59 pmMonetary hits have limits and a language of loss. But there are few words to express bankruptcies and losses of the heart. Therefore, cliches become the currency of pain and, we just say:"Rest in Peace" Michael Jackson.May your wealth, poverty, moon-walking leaps, talent and fame in this world pay real dividends of peace in the World to Come. Shalom! -
Black Holes in Relationships: What Spouses May Not Know About Money
23 Jun 2009 | 6:33 pmYou could fill a vault with the things men and women don’t know about their and the spouse’s money. That's the word from the folks at MassMutual. Here's a list of five great questions to ask."Who 'owns' the assets? Is anyone cheating on the budget? Will each spouse have to fight for what’s his or hers? And, are they putting their lives, homes, and assets at risk by not asking the right questions?“Through death or divorce, many women will be alone at some point in their lives; they should be aware of their husband’s financial plan because someday they may have to live with it,”…
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Mighty Bargain Hunter
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Carnival of Debt Reduction: Waffle Iron Day edition
29 Jun 2009 | 11:25 pmThere is still time on the West Coast for celebration of Waffle Iron Day. My apologies for posting this so late in the evening. Please don’t batter me. This Carnival of Debt Reduction will feature fun facts regarding the humble waffle iron and the scrumptious breakfast treats it produces. Personal debt reduction stories Crapped Out on Credit shares a very personal story of the toll that a gambling addiction can have on one’s finances. The waffle is old. It dates back to 14th-century Greece! The Greeks at that time topped their waffles with cheese and herbs instead of… -
Wegmans is open in our area now
27 Jun 2009 | 11:22 pmMy wife had been counting down the days until Wegmans opened in town, and the time has come. I grew up with Wegmans in upstate NY so we had the chance to shop there when we visited my parents. The new Wegmans just blows away any experience I had with it growing up. It’s insane what we can buy there now. More options for grocery shopping is a Very Good Thing. Ukrop’s has been wonderful, and they’ve treated us very well, but the selection and price at Wegman’s is going to be hard to ignore. It still remains to be seen whether we can buy everything we need there… -
Private mortgage insurance companies to the rescue
27 Jun 2009 | 1:17 amThe real estate mess is hurting not only homeowners, but businesses as well. Bad things happen at both ends when the mortgage payments stop coming in. The homeowner of course loses his house and his good credit rating, but the businesses that were involved in lending the money lose out as well. Banks may get the house back but this is an expensive procedure, and house prices are falling across the country. Home equity lines of credit get sacked, too. Private mortgage insurers have to pay as well. These are the companies that underwrite insurance, usually purchased by the homeowner… -
My CashCrate sign-up story
25 Jun 2009 | 12:44 amI saw that Five Cent Nickel recently received his CashCrate check. I didn’t earn quite as much as he did but I do remember reaching the $10 threshold including the signup bonus in under a couple of hours, without signing up for any free trials that I might forget to cancel. Not too shabby. (The payout threshold has since gone up to $20.) The reason I signed up initially was because I heard on Plurk that Bible Money Matters had his car broken into, and had a bunch of rather expensive stuff stolen, including an iPod, a camera, and a GPS receiver. Not fun. Well, I signed up for… -
PayPal has gotten rid of the bother screen
18 Jun 2009 | 10:44 pmA fairly well-traveled post of mine, “Why PayPal makes it a chore to pay by credit card,” needs an update. I bought some replacement batteries for our wireless phones off of eBay last night (how I can get two of them from Hong Kong, shipped, for under $6, I’ll never know) but when I logged into PayPal to pay, it was a little different. It actually has been for a while, but I just noticed it. I still had to change the payment type from “withdraw from my linked checking account” to “charge my credit card,” but the bother screen was gone. That’s…
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so you wannabee a Domestik Goddess?
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Canada Day in the Wild East & I’m Not Dead Yet
1 Jul 2009 | 5:00 pmCopyright © 2009 domestikgoddess.com Canada Day in the Wild East & I’m Not Dead Yet Happy Canada Day! Photo: Phillie Casablanca We’ll get to the low-key-Canadian-patriotic celebrating stuff in a minute. First, I want to say thanks to all you lovely Internet People who sent emails, noticing that the Domestik Goddess was uncharacteristically quiet and wondering if I’d died… got me all misty-eyed, some of you! “Rumours of my death are greatly exaggerated,” to crib from Mark Twain. The truth is that I’ve been working super-long hours on a big… -
Braised Asian Lemon Seitan
30 Mar 2009 | 3:54 amCopyright © 2009 domestikgoddess.com Braised Asian Lemon Seitan Mmmm… Chris Perrin is back this month with his recipe for Braised Asian Lemon Seitan to make you tastebuds do a Happy Dance, while you feel all healthy and full of nutritional virtue! When our favourite certified cook isnt busy serving up veg*n goodies at DomestikGoddess.com, Chris writes for BIAO Magazine, food-blogs at Blog Well Done, and is working on his own vegan cookbook. Enjoy! ~ Jen Braised Asian Lemon Seitan Braising is one of my favorite cooking techniques. It’s a wonderful way to get a bunch of… -
5 Tutorials to Make a Zig-Zag Quilt
19 Mar 2009 | 2:36 pmCopyright © 2009 domestikgoddess.com 5 Tutorials to Make a Zig-Zag Quilt If you’ve seen a zig-zag quilt, you’ll immediately see the fascination. It looks like giant bands of rick-rack trim sewn into a quilt — but really, the zig-zag effect is achieved with a series of triangles and a trick of the eye. Now, you might look at a zig-zag quilt and figure it’s pretty straightforward to make — but it turns out there are a couple of different ways to cut your triangle pieces and a couple of different ways to assemble them, too. Check out these quilt tutorials for… -
A Handkerchief Bunny for Easter
4 Mar 2009 | 4:08 amCopyright © 2009 domestikgoddess.com A Handkerchief Bunny for Easter Remember when hankies were made of fabric — for every day use, not just “for show” or for special occasions like weddings? When I discovered the handkerchief craft tutorials at Bumblebee Linens, it was an instant trip down Memory Lane… As a small child, I learned to iron (a skill I seldom practice these days!) on Dad’s big cotton handkerchiefs. More interesting, however, were the hankie dolls and animals that my mother showed me how to make when I was confined to bed with chicken pox (or… -
Say Hello to SpongeBob Camera Pants
22 Feb 2009 | 3:10 pmCopyright © 2009 domestikgoddess.com Say Hello to SpongeBob Camera Pants I saw a promo for this SpongeBob SquarePants camera on a CNet video round-up of new tech toys, and the guy had it hanging around his neck on a cord. Hey, I thought, who couldn’t use a camera on a cord (less fumbling for a camera in a pocket, for those spur-of-the-moment candid shots)? But I’ve looked and looked and looked, and I don’t see a cord mentioned anywhere in the specs or ads. Disappointment! More second thoughts — a bright yellow camera in the form of a cartoon character might be a…
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Frugal Village
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Dip into summer cooking
2 Jul 2009 | 8:10 amSummer dips are delicious to serve at backyard barbecues, parties and potlucks. They're easy to make, can be served with most anything, transport well and are kid-friendly, too. Hot dips can be kept warm in a slow cooker, and cold dips can be placed on a container of ice. Homemade dip is going to outshine the tub of ranch-style veggie dip. There's just one rule: No double-dipping. Pizza Dip 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated 8 ounces pizza sauce 2 tablespoons green pepper, chopped -
Summer gift-buying on a shoestring
1 Jul 2009 | 9:59 pmphoto by myartfullife Summer can cost a fortune. For some families, many weekends are already accounted for. There are baby showers, weddings and anniversaries, reunions, birthdays, work and family picnics, and various other parties to attend. Cha-ching. You don’t want to look like a cheapskate, but affording it all can be tough on your budget. Here are a few gift ideas to help you get through your summer without going broke. HOUSEWARMING: ... -
Bulk condiment storage: Stop playing ketchup
29 Jun 2009 | 10:13 amphoto by Lance Fisher DEAR SARA: What is the best way to store opened containers of ketchup? I buy my ketchup in the club pack. I did the math, and the club pack is extremely cheap compared to the regular size. It also helps save the environment because it’s less plastic being sold and put into this household. I am having an issue with ketchup cans, primarily. I bought a club-pack-size ... -
Put baking supplies in one place
26 Jun 2009 | 11:50 pmphoto by petit hiboux Gathering your baking supplies can be time-consuming. Sometimes measuring cups and spoons get separated or pans get shoved far back into the cabinets. It can end up a real workout before you’ve even started mixing ingredients. You might end up buying replacements for supplies you’ve misplaced. The first tip is a wonderful way to organize your baking supplies. It will create fond memories for children, too. ORGANIZE ... -
How to buy cheap produce
25 Jun 2009 | 9:06 pmphoto by Ellie Vanhoutte Produce can be expensive. Fortunately, there are frugal ways to keep it low-cost. First, find out what is grown locally at your state department of agriculture Web site. Or visit www.localharvest.org/csa to find community-supported agriculture in your area. CSAs allow you to buy produce directly from a local farmer. You pay to be a subscriber or shareholder and receive produce throughout the season. Here are a few more ...
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Thrifty Mommy
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30 Deal Hunters to Follow on Twitter
2 Jul 2009 | 10:09 amI try not to toot my own horn, but I have to let you all know that it was such an honor to be on the list of the 30 Deal Hunters to Follow on Twitter. This list was compiled by Savings.com. You can follow me (thriftymommy) on twitter @thriftymommy, Jennifer Chait @jenniferchait, and you can also follow Savings.com @Savings. Post from: Thrifty Mommy -
Xen-Tan Sunless Tanning Coupon Code
2 Jul 2009 | 8:43 amIf you’d like some color this summer, a sunless tanner is the safest way to go, and right now you can score some Xen-Tan sunless tanner for less with the code below. Why go with an Xen-Tan sunless tanner… It actually works - read my review of Xen-Ten Self Tanner. Xen-Tan smells nice, like melon, not typical cocoa butter. No orange coloring, and no staining your skin or clothes. It’s way safer than allowing your skin to get toasted by the sun and harmful UV rays. Learn about sun dangers. The deal: Visit Xen-Tan and get 15% off purchases with coupon code VACATION09 - good for… -
Printable Coupon & Free Shipping at Belk
2 Jul 2009 | 6:15 amBelk is offering free shipping on orders of $75 or more. Just place $75.00 of qualifying merchandise in your shopping cart and free shipping will automatically apply. The free shipping offer is good July 2-5, 2009. Belk is also offering $10 off your first $50 order, $20 off your $100, and $30 your $150 order. This offer is good July 2-5, 2009 and includes regular and sale priced merchandise. You can use printable coupons in the store or use a savings code online or over the phone. Belk has 60% off select men’s shorts, 50% off boys’ tops and shorts, and women’s and… -
Stockpile Opportunity: Tuna and Soup
1 Jul 2009 | 8:30 amCVS is having a great sale on tuna fish and soup. Right now, you can get cans of Bumble Bee tuna fish, Campbell’s chicken noodle soup, and Campbell’s tomato soup for only $.50/can. I stopped by earlier this week and picked up about 12 cans or so, but I’m thinking of getting a few more. Stockpiling foods when they’re at their lowest prices can really save a lot of money. What foods are you stockpiling this week? Post from: Thrifty Mommy -
Free Song Download: Anuhea
1 Jul 2009 | 8:12 amThis week’s Wal-Mart free song download is by Anuhea. It’s Right Love Wrong Time. The free song downloads provide and easy and low cost way to build up your song collection. Enjoy! image from Wal-Mart Post from: Thrifty Mommy
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Pat Veretto's Frugal Living Blog
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Looking forward to harvest
22 Jun 2009 | 1:55 pmI'm still in the gardening mode, but now I'm looking forward to harvest. I even went so far as to count my canning jars, lids and rings and make a list (very short!) of what I will need this year. A couple of years ago I looked for lids and rings and had a hard time finding them, but this year, I see them everywhere. Maybe more people are interested? "The economy" is to blame for a lot of things, -
Old recipes: prepared mustard
15 Jun 2009 | 1:34 pmYesterday was an almost rainy, quiet Sunday afternoon and I found myself going through some old recipes. I hate to throw recipes out, even though I've had them for years and have never (yet!) got around to trying them... be that as it may, I rediscovered a few that I really, really should have tried a long time ago. They would have saved me some money and been fun, too.One of them is how to make -
New rhubarb, old beans... and Jerusalem artichokes
12 Jun 2009 | 3:52 pmThis is a rhubarb plant I set out just before all the rain began to hit (about a month ago and counting). I wasn't at all sure it was going to make it; it seemed so little when I put it in this great bare spot. And this is the result of some old red beans I planted last year; about six of them. It was one of those things I kept intending to throw away but never did, so come planting time I got -
Pictures
7 Jun 2009 | 8:13 pmI finally took some pictures! The first one is a climbing rose that was here when I moved it. It perks things up when it blooms, and it blooms all summer and sometimes very late into the winter. This is the east raised bed. Onions in the foreground with beets in the background. They're both doing well with all our rain and cool weather. And this is the west raised bed. Corn, beans and squash -
A hundred years ago...
2 Jun 2009 | 5:32 pmIf people living a hundred years ago suddenly could see the "things" even the poorest of us have now, their eyes would pop out! I'm not just talking about technology, although that's mind boggling, but every day, "normal" kinds of things. People weren't consciously frugal, that was just the way life was. Take clothes. Most people used to only own two or maybe three changes of clothing. Go ahead,
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Frugal Upstate
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Recipe: Tuscan Linguine
2 Jul 2009 | 12:00 amThe summer is a time for lighter meals. Although I’m of Italian descent (my maternal great grandmother was straight off the boat from Italy) and love pasta, somehow heavy hot red sauces full of meat just don’t sound appealing in the heat of the summer. Last summer I found this unusual light recipe for Tuscan Linguine. It is not only healthy but frugal-the Tuna packed in Oil and Cannelini beans are both very inexpensive but healthy sources of protien, not to mention the benefit of the fiber in the beans. Tuscan Linguine 12oz Linguine 15oz Can Cannellin Beans (drained) 60z… -
Frugal Summer Fun for Kids Part II
1 Jul 2009 | 7:05 amAh summer! There are so many fantastic things for kids can do in the summer. As I talked about in in Frugal Summer Fun for Kids Part I the backyard can be a wonderful place full of inexpensive fun. . . . Until it rains and you all are stuck inside for a week. Or like my sister you live in the south where the weather is over 100 for days on end. Sometimes you need some exciting activities that take you out of the house, but into the air conditioning! Photo by KOMU News Read a Book! Take kids of all ages to the library and check out some new books, videos or games. See what kind of summer… -
Flip Video Camera Winner!
30 Jun 2009 | 6:56 amNichole is the lucky winner of the Flip Video Camera! Thanks to everyone who entered with their wonderful “Ask the Frugal Chicks” questions. We were able to answer over half of the questions asked on the air, and we’ll be answering the rest in a few weeks. If you missed the show, please go back and listen! It was full of a variety of good tips & tricks. Related Posts:Frugal Coast2Coast Tonight: Frugal Backyard BBQ'sFrugal Coast2Coast Premier Episode Tonight!!!Frugal Coast2CoastFrugal Coast2Coast: Ask the Frugal ChicksThe Budget Fashionista on Frugal Coast2Coast Share… -
Menu Plan: 6/29
30 Jun 2009 | 6:36 amI started writing this post yesterday-but with dentist appointments, kids home for the summer (yet summer camp not begun), grocery shopping and such. . . it never got finished. So here it is! Monday: Create a Pasta Ok-we got home from appointments and the park way later than I planned, and hubs and I both had meetings so I had to whip up something quickly. I used some frozen steak strips kindly provided by Conagra foods back when I went to SXSW conference in March, defrosted them and mixed them with cooked hot pasta, frozen cooked broccoli and a white sauce I made and liberally pumped up… -
Ask the Frugal Chicks & Win a Flip
27 Jun 2009 | 9:21 amThis coming Monday’s topic on Frugal Coast2Coast is “Ask the Frugal Chicks“. In order to round up some fantastic questions, we are entering everyone who asks a question into a giveaway for a Flip Video Camera ! Here’s how it works! You will get one entry per original question about frugal living posted in the comment here on Frugal Upstate. YES-THAT MEANS YOU NEED TO READ ALL THE OTHER QUESTIONS-DUPLICATE QUESTIONS WILL BE THROWN OUT. You can get ONE extra entry by tweeting about the giveaway (use this URL: http://budurl.com/25hf ) You will get 5 entries per question…
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Boston Gal's Open Wallet
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107 year old VA man outlives money - twice!
2 Jul 2009 | 5:50 pmThis Washington Post story: Va. Man, 107, Finds Blessings And Burdens In Longevity about Larry Haubner, who at 107 years of age is once again running out of money while seeming to have plenty of... [Head on over to Boston Gal's Open Wallet to read the rest!] -
Mobile-Shredding Events
2 Jul 2009 | 5:59 amThe WSJ article: A Town That Shreds Together ... reports that community shredding events are gaining in popularity. Local governments, corporations and small businesses around the country are... [Head on over to Boston Gal's Open Wallet to read the rest!] -
Daily Show: 150 Years of Solitude
1 Jul 2009 | 7:26 amWarning - may not be safe to listen at work where others can hear. [Head on over to Boston Gal's Open Wallet to read the rest!] -
Update from Boston Gal's HQ
29 Jun 2009 | 5:41 amOnce again I have been spaving (spending to save). This time I splashed out on two new toilets for Boston Gal's HQ. When I acquired my 50's something home in 2004 it came complete with original... [Head on over to Boston Gal's Open Wallet to read the rest!] -
Amazon.com Friday Sale
26 Jun 2009 | 5:38 amAnother Friday, another sale! My pick this fine sunny Friday? The UV HAWK Ultraviolet Sunlight Meter - perfect gift for the melanin-deficient or any sun worshiper.Search for your own bargain at the... [Head on over to Boston Gal's Open Wallet to read the rest!]
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Frugal Cuisine
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White Beans and Tomatoes
25 Jun 2009 | 4:21 amOne of the great things about Italian cooking is there are so many simple methods and combinations that result in something amazing. I made these beans twice in a week, once for company with the stuffed peppers. I didn't have any sage, which is traditional, so I used oregano. Warm two to four cloves of crushed garlic in three tablespoons of olive oil (can use less if you want) until garlic is -
Stuffed Peppers
17 Jun 2009 | 12:12 amThis recipe eliminates everything I disliked about stuffed peppers as a kid. Instead of large, bland bell peppers the smaller, spicy green chilies (like a hatch chili) are used, which have a chance to soften and char in the oven. Milk soaked bread crumbs instead of rice round out the filling. Ground pork is used instead of ground beef, which is cheaper where I am. These peppers are are a great -
Chunky Apricot Sauce
27 May 2009 | 7:25 amA few apricots on my counter were getting soft - I'd bought them dead ripe - so I made them into a sauce to eat with my morning oatmeal. The flavour of apricots is very distinct, but they pick up other seasonings well. A couple of slices of fresh ginger would work really well in this sauce. The flavour of cinnamon would have been great, but I only had powdered and wanted a seasoning that would -
Mini Brownies
14 May 2009 | 3:41 amI recently taught a Chinese friend to make these brownies. She was very excited to watch them bake through the door of my little toaster oven. "They're expanding, and giving off the most amazing smell! So wondrous!" I asked her why Chinese people don't often eat sweet things. She told me that people are concerned about weight problems, but added sweet things make people feel happy. It's -
Fresh Soybean Dip
26 Apr 2009 | 11:32 pmThis is a thick, spreadable dip with a great mild colour and flavour. It is very good with chips, bread, vegetables, and crackers. I used to make a version with feta, but feta is really expensive here and I thought I would try a similar recipe using cream cheese.Bring 1 1/2 cups fresh shelled soybeans to a boil with 3 cloves garlic. Boil together til mostly tender and pour drained soybeans and
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The Frugal Oenophile's Wine of the Week
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Wine of the Week for June 22, 2009
23 Jun 2009 | 10:43 amPascual Toso Malbec Rosé 2008 - $11.95Style: RoséArgentinaWell, summer has finally arrived, so let’s roll out the some seasonal refreshment. The colour on this one is a rich candy apple red -- rather dark by rosé standards. The nose is subtle, but yields up spice, apple skins and perfume. There's also an impression of hotness, which the label bears out: 13% alcohol. The palate is, therefore, substantial, with tree fruit flavours alongside berries and sour cherry. Very good body and a rich, zingy close. Powerful, with plenty of flavour, it would stand up to anything off the grill. (LCBO… -
Wine of the Week for June 8, 2009
10 Jun 2009 | 8:21 amRamos Loios 2007 - $9.95Style: W2PortugalThis indigenous grape seems to cross categories, with alternating allusions to chard, sauv blanc, and pinot gris. Pale straw with a touch of platinum, it shows lush aromas of ripe green apple with subtle citrus and peach. Quite nice, slightly tart, on the palate, with a soft acidity, subtle apple, citrus and white plum, and good body. Try with flavourful, ham or chicken salad. (LCBO 92114) -
Wine of the Week for June 1, 2009
3 Jun 2009 | 6:12 amSibling Rivalry Red VQA - $13.95 Style: R3 Canada: NiagaraThe colour here is deep black cherry. The nose suggests right off that this may be a meritage style, with black currant, dark plum, subtle spice, and vanilla all wrapped up in sweet oak. The palate is soft and smooth, with plum and blackberry flavour and firm, youngish tannins. Very good body and length it is, in fact, merlot plus the 2 Cabs. I found it a bit young and am sure it will show even better in 2-3 years, but go ahead and serve it with burgers or BBQ ribs. (LCBO 126151) -
Wine of the Week for May 25, 2009
27 May 2009 | 5:13 pmSauvion Cart d'Or Muscadet 2007 - $11.50 (12/25/2008)Style: W2France: Loire Maybe if we turn to lighter wines the weather will warm up. This medium golden straw rendering shows light apple, pear, honey and lemon aromas and just a hint of toast. The palate is lean and crisp, with tart apple and lemon flavours. Good body and length; nicely done, and would work with rich fish or surf & turf. (LCBO 143016) -
Wine of the Week for May 18, 2009
20 May 2009 | 11:51 amLindemans Bin 50 Shiraz 2007 - $11.95AustraliaStyle: R2Deep red currant colour. Aromas of raspberry, leather, with traces of spice, vanilla and dark chocolate. Rich and juicy with firm tannins, good acid spine, dried berry flavours and a nicely tart finish. Very good body and length, it's a bit young yet, but sprightly and would suit chili, pizza or cheese fondue. (LCBO 145367)
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Squawkfox
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Best of the Money Blogs 2009: Vote for Squawkfox!
29 Jun 2009 | 3:37 pmThe annual Globe and Mail Best of the Money Blogs Poll has landed and this year (pinch me please) Squawkfox has been nominated! Thud. I’ve been mentioned in the Globe and Mail a few times this year so I am very honoured (Canadian spelling) to be selected amongst an amazing field of talented bloggers. I would love to thank Chaya Cooperberg, the Globe and Mail’s Home Cents blogger, for nominating Squawkfox as one of her top picks. Thank you Chaya! This year there are many blogs nominated and the choices span across the American and Canadian border. So if you love money blogs and you… -
8 Stealth Ways to Uncover Big Savings with Secret Online Coupons
28 Jun 2009 | 2:06 pmPaying full price for anything kind of sucks, especially when a better deal is just a click away. A few years ago I developed some stealth shopping strategies for finding deep discounts on everyday items like groceries, books, electronics, and clothing. I’ve even discovered ways to fly away with some cheap flights found online. Finding deep discounts when online shopping or uncovering savings on in-store purchases is easy. The secret is to go online before going shopping and search out the savings with online coupons and promotional codes. Try any of these 8 stealth shopping tactics to… -
DIY: Getting Dirty with Square Foot Gardening
25 Jun 2009 | 8:04 pmWant to know a dirty little secret? It’s kind of filthy, promise. I’ve been busy building raised garden beds and giving a green thumbs up to square foot gardening. Square foot gardening is a growing (smirk) movement where budding gardeners build boxes that hold soil and grow vegetables above ground. Growing up in an urban city environment I never bothered with conventional vegetable gardening since space was at a premium and land almost nonexistent. But planting several small raised garden beds is a possibility for many families with a modest plot. Raised beds just don’t… -
Win My Book! 397 Ways To Save Money
23 Jun 2009 | 2:58 pmI’m doing something a little bit different today. OK, I do things differently most days. But today is special because I want you to win my book 397 Ways To Save Money. I’ve got a couple of copies sitting on my kitchen table and I think they need a better home. There’s a catch though, you have to earn it. To win one of two giveaway copies here’s what you’ve gotta do: Share your best money saving tip by commenting on this post. Feel free to get creative or be serious. The point is to comment and share YOUR BEST idea - so don’t tell me to cut off the end of a… -
Printable Travel Checklist and Packing List
21 Jun 2009 | 11:36 pmIt’s that time of year when individuals and families plan for travel, holidays, and vacation. Whether you’re planning to get away for a romantic weekend with your partner or take the kids on a family vacation, chances are you’ll need to pack for your trip. Packing for a trip can be a pain, especially when you’re on the plane in a panic because you’ve forgotten something important. And leaving behind an essential item like your visa or passport can cost you. So to help you get away with more fun and less pain, I’ve put together the Free Printable Travel…
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Northern Cheapskate
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Utility Usage Blues
2 Jul 2009 | 5:02 amMy local utility company recently sent me a letter saying that I was one of 10,000 randomly selected customers chosen to receive a "Personalized Home Electricity Report." The report contains information and analysis about our electricity consumption and includes comparisons to my neighbors' electricity usage. The report also contains tips to make my home more effecient and to help me "make smart choices to reduce [my] electricity use and bills." When I got this little note in my mailbox, I was excited about it because I thought I would be able to find new ways to save on my electric… -
Now Earn Cash with Swagbucks
1 Jul 2009 | 6:08 pmNow you can earn cash from Swagbucks!Swagbucks is an internet search engine that rewards you with "swagbucks" for searching the web. You can trade your Swagbucks in for all kinds of things such as gift cards, electronics and sports memorabilia.And now you can trade them in for cash via Paypal! You only need 80 Swagbucks to earn $5 cash. This is a great alternative to the other swag you can earn because there's no temptation to spend money above and beyond your gift card amount. Use your Swagbucks to pay bills or beef up your savings. All you need is a paypal account!Earning Swagbucks is easy. -
YoBaby Yogurt Giveaway Winner
1 Jul 2009 | 12:42 pmIt sure has been fun having lots of giveaways lately! I hope you have been enjoying them, too!Today I get to select one lucky winner of a YoBaby Yogurt Gift pack. The winner will receive a YoBaby big, bowl with lid, and five coupons for FREE YoBaby yogurt!I used the random number generator from Random.org to select my winner.Here are your random numbers:9 Timestamp: 2009-07-01 19:33:37 UTCAnd the winner is..... Leann B!!!How do you know if you've won? I've sent Leann an e-mail telling her how to claim her prize. If I don't hear back from her within 48 hours, I'll pick another winner.Thanks to… -
Month in Review: The Splurge and Purge Edition
1 Jul 2009 | 5:00 amJune went by so fast. It feels like I blinked and it was gone. This month was quite a bit different from other months for me. At the beginning of the month I gave myself permission to shop. This was also the first time my husband and I spent a night away from our kids out of town, and so we splurged a bit more than we normally do. We stayed in a whirlpool suite, ate all our meals out, took in a baseball game, and did some shopping. It was a much needed mini-vacation and we came back feeling relaxed and recharged. And while it was fun to deviate from our… -
Free Wild Cooler from Caribou Coffee
30 Jun 2009 | 7:01 pmBecome a fan of Caribou Coffee on Facebook and try out their new "Wild it Up" photo application.When you create a silly picture of yourself using the "Wild It Up" application, you'll be able to print out a coupon for a free medium Wild Cooler from Caribou Coffee. Check out my funny profile picture on the right! You can add everything from antlers to tattoos to any photo you choose!My coupon says it expires on July 6 - not sure if that's the standard or if it's based on when you create your "wild" photo.The Wild Cooler comes in 8 different flavors - Vanilla White Chocolate Mocha, Campfire…
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Remodeling This Life
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This is Me
30 Jun 2009 | 8:59 amI am a girl, a mama, a wife. I am learning as I go, trying to figure out this life. I don’t claim to have all the answers. I don’t claim to know it all about how to live life well. I do know that this space, for me, has changed. I don’t write as much as I used to. I don’t use words to explain it all. I take more pictures, and I think they sometimes can express better than I can how beautiful life is. I shifted this blog to be a place where I can share small fragments of my life as I flail my way through, trying to find serenity, beauty, peace and inspiration. I… -
Making the World More Beautiful
29 Jun 2009 | 11:00 amA favorite book of ours right now is Miss Rumphius. The story tells the life of Miss Rumphius from the time she is a little girl until she’s old and gray. When she was little, she told her grandfather of her desire to travel the world and live by the sea. He reminds her that she must also do one other thing: make the world more beautiful. She travels the world, lives by the sea and then in her later years struggles with how she can make the world more beautiful. She spreads lupine seeds and is delighted many months later when she discovers that lupines have grown throughout her… -
Some Things
29 Jun 2009 | 3:00 amSome of you asked about these chairs. They are plain old adirondack chairs that have been at the cottage forever. They are painted Benjamin Moore Blue Danube. Same color as all the doors to the cottage. I made a mistake when I posted the red clawfoot tub. My hubby painted it. I said my mom did. Who knew my hubby could refinish and make fabulous old clawfoot tubs? Now that I know, I have added a project to the list for our house! He also painted the interior of this entire cottage - more of which I will be sharing with you soon! A bunch of you have commented or emailed asking what camera I am… -
Sunday Link Love
28 Jun 2009 | 7:35 amBefore getting to the links I loved this week, I want to say thank you. Thank you for visiting, commenting, and sharing. I really appreciate it. Some of you asked some questions this week, in the comments and over email. In an attempt to have my vacation be a vacation, I haven’t responded to all of you. But I will, I promise. Soon! Here are some simple, frugal and fabulous reads that I found this week. Enjoy! On Slowing Down and Enjoying Life Our Bathroom Decor Pottery Barn Style on a Grocery Store Budget The Clutter You Can’t See Homemade Wendy’s Frosty A fabulous read: A… -
Go Outside
24 Jun 2009 | 3:00 amFind a cozy chair There are plenty to choose from Then sit back and enjoy the view and watching kids be kids. There’s no better way to spend the long days of summer. I am adding this to Melissa’s Beautiful Life Party. Please visit Remodeling This Life to read more great content or to leave a comment! Go Outside Similar Posts:How We Vacation Cottage Garden I’m Hooked On… Procrastination At Its Finest Fall Front Porch Inspiration
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Deal Seeking Mom
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FREE Sample Kotex Ultra Thin Overnight Pads With Wings
2 Jul 2009 | 2:51 pmSign up to get your free sample of Kotex Ultra Thin Overnight Pads with Wings. You can also get a second sample on Walmart.com! I just recently had the opportunity to try these, and they work really well! Share or bookmark this post: Related posts:Yet Another Aveeno Nourish+ FREE SampleHawaiian Tropic Body Butter or Sheer Touch Lotion FREE [...] Check out DealSeekingMom.com for complete details. -
Swag Bucks: Now Earn Cash Via PayPal
2 Jul 2009 | 10:31 amFantastic news – now you can redeem your Swag Bucks for PayPal! Just 80 Swag Bucks will earn you a $5 cash payment sent to your Paypal account. I recently purchased an Amazon Kindle with GCs that I earned from Swag Bucks, and now I’m planning to start banking them for Christmas shopping. What a great [...] Check out DealSeekingMom.com for complete details. -
Baby Formula Samples: Enfamil, Similac, Nestle Good Start + More
2 Jul 2009 | 7:32 amGet free Enfamil product samples just for printing the following certificates and taking them to your next doctor appointment. No registration necessary! FREE Enfamil Breastfeeding Support Kit FREE Enfamil Formula Samples You can also request samples of the following: Nestle Good Start Formula sample Member’s Mark Formula sample Parent’s Choice Formula sample Similac Formula sample Many of these companies will continue to send... Check out DealSeekingMom.com for complete details. -
Old Navy Weekly: Refresh Tonight?
1 Jul 2009 | 9:57 pmSo the current OldNavyWeekly.com coupons are expiring today, so surely they’re going to refresh the site soon. My hunch is that they will be refreshing late tonight or very early Friday morning. What do you all think? Here’s the latest from Nicole at the M80 Newsroom: This week at OldNavyWeekly.com, we’ve got a little change we know [...] Check out DealSeekingMom.com for complete details. -
FREE Chiquita Fruit Bites Printable Coupon
1 Jul 2009 | 8:36 pmWow – lots of great coupons today! Here’s a new one for a FREE Single Pack of Chiquita Fruit Bites or $1 off a family pack. Be sure to hit your back button to print two, and hurry – I’m sure these won’t last long! If you purchase these at a store that participates in the [...] Check out DealSeekingMom.com for complete details.
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Frugalize
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Avoiding mortgage modification scams.
29 Jun 2009 | 8:18 pmPosted By PaulA friend of mine got a letter in the mail giving a contact number and suggesting that they could help lower his mortgage payment.He decided to call and they essentially said they were lawyers who would re-negotiate his mortgage at a lower rate. This service would cost $3000. They asked him who his mortgage was with and when he said bank X they said that they had worked with them before to negotiate 30 year fixed mortgages at a great rate.Being smart, he called his bank next and asked if they had ever heard of this law firm. They essentially said:1) They had never heard of this… -
Article: Do the right thing in a recession
26 Jun 2009 | 6:04 pmPosted By PaulThis is an article I found on CNN Money that I thought did a great job of addressing the "moral hazards" of money. There is lots of info out there on how best to deal with your money from a fiscal standpoint, but this article addresses what you should do from a moral standpoint.I liked the fact that the article highlights the idea that you shouldn't feel too guilty about the financial impact of dropping a service (housekeeper, landscaper, etc.) if it's a service that you can't afford right now. I also liked the fact that it specifically calls out that when making choices your… -
Article: Car Dealer Tricks to Watch For
24 Jun 2009 | 6:40 pmPosted By PaulI read this article and thought it was interesting. I thought the one about Eavesdropping was actually kind of clever.Car Dealer Tricks to Watch ForHas anyone caught a dealer trying any of these?For a related article see an earlier posting:Article: 6 Things You Should Never Tell A Car Salesman -
Article: Get your spouse to stop overspending
1 Jun 2009 | 7:19 pmPosted By PaulHere is an article I enjoyed that was talking about managing a spouse who is more free with spending than you would like.It's a short article but it reminds me of what one married couple I know did as a way to manage their money. They had a fairly common system where one spouse (in this case the wife) handled most of the day to day money issues (she wrote the checks for the utility bills and mortgage, etc.). The husband was sometimes prone to overspending and that frustrated her.What she did was that she made sure that the husband helped with the check-writing (she wrote the… -
Cash incentives for saving water
28 May 2009 | 8:00 amPosted by MattThis post is targeted to my local readers; if you're not a customer of Tualatin Valley Water District, you can stop reading here or check with your own local water provider to see if they offer a similar program.Tualatin Valley Water District has several rebate programs designed to provide additional incentives for their customers to reduce their water usage (assuming you haven't been swept up by the "green" wave already). I discovered that the lawn aeration that we were considering is encouraged by the water district because it allows you to use less water on your lawn. If…
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Mommy Snacks.net
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FREE Kotex Sample
2 Jul 2009 | 2:41 pmRequest your FREE Kotex Sample today! This sample is for the Kotex Ultra Thin Overnight Pad with Wings. You can also get Kotex products cheap at Walmart (thanks, Deal Seeking Mom) $1 Kotex LightDays Pads $1 in the 6/14 SS Insert (exp 8/8) $1.50 on 2 in the June All You (exp 7/31) Net Price FREE - $.25 each $1 Kotex Pantiliners (14, 16 and 18-ct.) $.75 in the 6/14 SS Insert (exp 8/8) $1.50 on 2 in the June All You (exp 7/31) Net Price $.25 each I always cut out the Kotex coupons and keep them in the Walmart section of my Coupon Folder (this Coupon Organization is not to be confused with a… -
All You Magazine | Blogger Panel
2 Jul 2009 | 10:38 amI had a blast during my trip to NYC and meeting with All You! Again, I got to enjoy this trip with Mercedes @ Common Sense with Money, Erin @ Coupon Cravings and Briana @ Bargain Briana. I arrived early on Monday afternoon so I could enjoy the city a bit with Briana (since our flights arrived around the same time). Later, Mercedes and Erin arrived so we got to go do some more exploring and enjoying Manhattan! The hotel we stayed in was right next to a restaurant that had a mechanical bull. I did NOT re-live my bull-riding days though :) Monday evening we spent time with PR Director, Jen… -
Begin to Blog | Content Schedule
2 Jul 2009 | 10:00 amContent is KING! Seriously, whatever niche you are in, quality content is a MUST! After you understand what you will be writing, see if there is an opportunity to schedule posts throughout the week. Having this schedule will give your readers some predictability for your site. It also allows you to create impromptu posts or engaging discussions throughout the week. If you are working in a time-sensitive posting environment (i.e., deals, politics, entertainment news, etc), you could work out a schedule each day you commit to publishing. This will help you set your personal limits and YOU… -
New Month | New Printable and eCoupons Available
2 Jul 2009 | 9:19 amNew Month, New Coupons! YES! There are so many coupon goodies to bring to your attention given the new month for coupons! With the printable coupons, be sure to print them right away if you think you will use them! Not only do you have a limit of two printable coupons per IP address, but the printable coupon companies have limits too. Once those print limits are met, the coupons are removed from the sites. No more can be printed whether you got it already or not! Coupons.comhas several new printables too which can be printed in the Coupons.comwidget in my right side bar! Some coupons… -
CVS Snack: Sale Week of July 5
2 Jul 2009 | 6:00 amNote: There is a print link embedded within this post, please visit this post to print it. Here are a few highlights this week. Be sure to scan your ad for complete sale/ad information in case there is something else you may need! You can still get in on the 50 FREE Photos too! ECB Deals $1.49 Caliber or CVS Transparent or Invisible Tape: $1.49 ECB. LIMIT 3 *Sunday/Monday ONLY* $.99 Caliber or CVS Pencils 20 pk or Double Blade Pencil Sharpener: $.99 ECB. LIMIT 3 $.89 CVS Brand Pantiliners 22 ct: $.89 ECB. LIMIT 1 | FREE after ECB! $3.33 Post Cereals: $5 ECB (purchase 3). LIMIT…
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Moms Need To Know
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Walgreens: FREE Goody Ouchless Hairbands!
2 Jul 2009 | 4:33 pmAccording to Erin, a mail-in rebate form will print at checkout (for the full price) when you buy a Goody Ouchless Headband at Walgreens. Use this $1 coupon to make it a slight moneymaker! -
Old Navy $1 Flag Shirt Sale: Possibly cancelled!
2 Jul 2009 | 2:42 pmAccording to one commenter on this post and this post at Money Saving Mom, Old Navy may have pulled the plug on the $1 Flag Shirt Sale scheduled for tomorrow (July 3rd). There are even reports that some stores will be having it and others won’t! If you were planning on going, I would definately call your local store before making a special trip! -
Kotex Overnight: FREE Sample!
2 Jul 2009 | 2:28 pmSign up to get your free sample of Kotex Ultra Thin Overnight Pads with Wings. Click Here -
Giant Eagle: 7/2 to 7/8/09
2 Jul 2009 | 2:17 pmHere are the best deals that I see at Giant Eagle this week: Giant Eagle Eggs: $.75/dozen Sweet Corn: $.20/ear Cherries: $1.29/lb Chi Chi’s Salsa: 2 for $5 (use the $.55 from the 5/17 SS) Kashi Cereal, TLC Granola Bars or Cereal Bars: 2 for $6 (use the $1.50 from here) Jack Daniels Grilling Sauce: 2 for $3 (use the $.55 or the $1/2 from the 5/17 SS) Yoplait Yogurt Cups: 20 for $10 (use the $.40/6 from the 6/7 SS or the $.50/6 from here) Pillsbury Savorings: 3 for $10 (use the $.55 from the 4/26 SS or the $1 from here) Edy’s Ice Cream: 4 for $10 and Get $5 OYNO wyb… -
New Upromise Coupons for July
2 Jul 2009 | 1:47 pmLike Coupons.com and Smartsource, the beginning of the month means new coupons at UPromise.com! If you are unfamiliar with UPromise and their coupons, you simply log in to your Uprmoise account (or sign up and register your grocery/drug store loyalty cards), activate your coupons and then go shopping as normal(remember, the coupons don’t come off your total bill, but are deposited in to your Upromise account instead!). There are over $37 in UPromise.com coupons this month! Some of my favorites: Buy 1 Wacky Mac & Cheese Dinner, save $0.50 for college. Buy any (2) packages of BIC®…
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Girls Just Wanna Have Funds
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Save The Personality And Sass For Happy Hour Not Your Boss
28 Jun 2009 | 9:17 amHouston, we might have another Cisco Fatty on our hands! I belong to a few online/email groups and came across an email from a young lady who’d gotten into some hot water because she tweeted about a potential job offer after snagging and acing the interview. One problem. She tweeted the company’s name and possibly that the person in the current position might be getting fired. Yes, she said all of this on Twitter. Ouch. *shudder* Imagine her surprise when she got an email from the HR manager telling stating she was bothered by the applicant’s decision to tweet company… -
Avon Tweetup With Suze Orman Was Fabulous!
22 Jun 2009 | 8:21 pmLast Friday, I was invited to the AvonTweetup with the fabulous Suze Orman in New York City along with other women who blog about various topics. One thing we all shared in common is our desire to see our businesses and personal finances succeed. First, I think you all should know, if you have ever questioned whether or not Suze is for real—>she is every bit of electric, magnetic, passionate-whatever you want to call it in person as she is on TV. Her authenticity permeates the room and you just know that she cares about every person to whom she gives advice. But make no… -
Suze Orman #AvonTweetup and Girls Just Wanna Have Funds!
18 Jun 2009 | 10:50 amTomorrow I’ll be having breakfast with the one and only Suze Orman in New York City!! The folks at Meetup will tell you that this has been something on my wish list for a while now. I totally admire Suze for all her work around women and personal finance so I am incredibly honored that I was invited to this event. Have questions about personal finance issues? Debt? Saving? Spending? 401k? Post them in the comments and I will be sure to ask her tomorrow! If you’re on Twitter, please follow the hashtag #avontweetup or you can follow it here. Looking forward to chatting… -
Suze Orman #AvonTweetup and Girls Just Wanna Have Funds!
18 Jun 2009 | 10:47 amTomorrow I’ll be having breakfast with the one and only Suze Orman in New York City!! The folks at Meetup will tell you that this has been something on my wish list for a while now. I totally admire Suze for all her work around women and personal finance so I am incredibly honored that I was invited to this event. Have questions about personal finance issues? Debt? Saving? Spending? 401k? Post them in the comments and I will be sure to ask her tomorrow! If you’re on Twitter, please follow the hashtag #avontweetup or you can follow it here. Looking forward to chatting… -
Kelis To Nas: “Nas Left Me High and Dry”- My Advice To Kelis
17 Jun 2009 | 8:51 amI usually don’t post celebrity stuff here but for some reason this, this right here just tickles me to no end. Kelis claims estranged hubby Nas has left her high and dry … not offering her a penny in the wake of her impending birth … and she says she’s broke — “I have run out of money.” Kelis filed legal papers claiming Nas isn’t paying her support, pre-natal expenses — nothing, even though she claims he is filthy rich. Kelis is asking the judge to order Nas to pay spousal support, child support, all pregnancy-related expenses, and…
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Homemaker Barbi
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5 Things You Can Do Right Now to Live a Frugal Life
2 Jul 2009 | 12:15 amLive a frugal life, live below your means, save more money, spend less money, save money on household expenses… we hear and read about these things all the time. If you’re just getting started with budgets and thriftiness, it can be hard to know where to begin. Or maybe you’re a frugalista already and could just use a little reminder of little things that make a big impact on our budgets. No matter which scenario best describes you, here are 5 things you can do right now to live a frugal life (and cut unnecessary spending): 1. Don’t Pay for Things You Can Get for Free. We… -
Winner: Flip Video Camera Giveaway From Lever 2000!
1 Jul 2009 | 2:53 pmThe winner of the drawing for our Flip video camera giveaway (thanks to our generous sponsor, Lever 2000) is… #87 – Katrina V for an entry on Twitter Congratulations, Katrina! Thanks to everyone who entered this awesome giveaway for this cool portable Flip video camera. We draw 10 numbers in a contest like this, to be sure that if the winning entry is disqualified for not following the rules, we have valid entries from runners up. Below is the random number drawing, provided by Research Randomizer. If for any reason the winner does not respond within 3 days of… -
4th of July Tablescapes- Red White & Blue Picnic Table
1 Jul 2009 | 2:57 am4th of July tablescapes for the picnic table from my front yard, perfect for Independence Day! I hope you love the photos of our Fourth of July tablescape and seeing the many elements broken down simply. Red, white, and blue patriotic accessories adorn this (mostly) child-friendly table setting with plastic dishes, including plates, chargers, and stemware. This table was set up for a dessert-only meal late one night prior to the Fourth of July. You can see that the only foods on the table are sugar-free fruit popsicles, bowls of red and blue M&Ms, and red… -
Dream Gardens: Overgrown Garden Party
30 Jun 2009 | 4:30 pmWhen we think of garden parties, we probably envision having our friends over to a perfectly manicured dream garden, teeming with roses and perfect combinations of colors. We don’t all have the time or resources to create the garden we may want, which is why we bring you the most gorgeous pictures each week of dream gardens that we wish were our own! Dream Garden of the Week This week’s dream garden is tall enough to have a garden party inside! Thanks for the dream garden photo, taken by hortulus_aptus. Aren’t those pinks the most perfect shade? We hope you’ll… -
4th of July Holiday Housekeeping
30 Jun 2009 | 2:57 amOn her website, Homemaker Hero, Courtney keeps things simple by blending the 1950s housewife with the modern housewife. She features tips and tricks of how things were done “back then” and applies them to modern living. You can also find Courtney on Twitter @HomemakerHero. Housekeeping Heaven: 4th of July Holiday Housekeeping While your family is boasting over 4th of July parades, bonfires and fireworks, you might be silently praying that they’ll all agree to go somewhere public rather than invite over your friends and family on the 4th. Holiday housekeeping is at the top of the “most…
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Sustainablog
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Looking for Green Business Ideas? Check Out Gil Friend’s “The Truth about Green Business”
2 Jul 2009 | 10:18 amAnother book on green business? You may be tempted to wonder if we need another one. After all, there are already numerous classics on the subject (The Ecology of Commerce, Natural Capitalism, Mid-Course Correction), as well as more recent books that bring the subject of sustainable business into the 21st century (Green to Gold, Strategies for the Green Economy). What can Gil Friend, founder and CEO of consulting firm Natural Logic, add to the subject with his new book The Truth About Green Business? (Note: that paragraph’s brimming to the gills with affiliate links…) The short… -
Green Talk Radio: Green Blogger Series David Anderson Co-Founder of Green Options Media
2 Jul 2009 | 6:00 amGreenTalk Radio show host Sean Daily speaks with David Anderson, co-founder of Green Options Media about the story behind Green Options and their post-Virgance acquisition future. [Courtesy of our friends at GreenLivingIdeas.com] Click Play Below,or This post contains additional media. Click here to view the full post. -
July 4: How are you celebrating Independence Day?
1 Jul 2009 | 7:27 pmLike millions of Americans, we’re celebrating July 4th, Independence Day. However, we’re celebrating this national holiday by focusing on the many aspects of our life that, in various ways, have led us to quite a different vision for a sustainable tomorrow – complete with local, renewable energy and lots of delicious meals harvested within ten miles of where we live – if not from our own kitchen garden. Sometimes we even celebrate July 4th with a rainbow. Here’s how our Independence Day is different — and yours can be too: • Be energy independent by generating all our… -
More Revelations about the Conflict Materials in your Cell Phone
30 Jun 2009 | 1:07 pmTwo weeks ago, we took a look at news from the Congo involving “conflict minerals”: armed groups have exploited the mining of materials such as tin, tungsten, gold, and tantalum, and the people who live near these resources, to fund their fighting. Since then, I’ve had a chance to communicate with David Sullivan, a research associate with the Enough Project, about the issues surrounding the situation in the Congo. David addresses the multiple atrocities — human and environmental — surrounding the trade of these materials, and the actions you can take to ensure… -
Environmental Defense Fund: Climate Report - Life in a Very Different United States
30 Jun 2009 | 12:21 pmToday’s post is by Lisa Moore, a climate scientist at EDF. NOAA recently released a terrific scientific report that explains, in plain English, the current and projected effects of climate change on the U.S. The nonpartisan report, prepared by the 13-agency U.S. Global Change Research Program, tells a grim but important story, clearly and with lots of powerful maps and charts. I encourage you to check it out to see how climate change will affect your area of the country. Here are some of the “business-as-usual” projections that my colleagues and I find most striking and…
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Green and Natural Parenting
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Is Summer for Learning or Fun?
2 Jul 2009 | 5:43 pmI have gotten tons of emails lately from people offering resources that will supposedly help my kids stay up to snuff academically while they navigate their summer vacation. I also know several parents that are consumed with using the summer months to “homeschool” so that their public... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
Waterfun - Nearly Wordless Wednesday
1 Jul 2009 | 8:57 amI am so mean and green that I make my kids play in a ten gallon tub of water so as not to waste our precious resources. Muaahwaaa! And of course I am just kidding… give the kids a big water slide and they will want to play in a plastic storage tub. Kids! Copyright 2008 NatureMoms.com. [...] [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
Attachment Parenting International offers free issue of its magazine
1 Jul 2009 | 7:59 amBelow is some news from API… an organization that I really like. Attachment Parenting International Rita Brhel, Editor Samantha Gray, Executive Director editor@attachmentparenting.org ... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
Tips for Healthy Summertime Snacks
29 Jun 2009 | 6:09 amGuest post by Lisa Cain, co-founder SnackSnoop, a website devoted to healthy snacking. Feeding children snacks on a daily basis is a really big challenge. Since they are home from school, they seem to always be in the kitchen asking you for something to eat. They can really drive you nuts. So... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
Nowali Moccasins - Cool Shoes Alert!
26 Jun 2009 | 12:01 pmAttn: Giveaway at the end of this post! As parents we may have been taught that hard sole shoes offer the best support for growing feet but research has actually shown that this may not be true. A child’s foot is soft and pliable and pressure from the wrong shoe may actually impede proper foot... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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$5 Dinners
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July 4th Potato Salad
2 Jul 2009 | 2:30 pmSo I added an ingredient to my “all-time favorite” potato salad recipe. Chopped pickles! Maybe it’s because I’m pregnant. Or maybe it’s because I just happened to see them when grabbing the dijon mustard and miracle whip. Hmmm…wonder how this would taste mixed in??? Verdict: Delicious. Ingredients 6 medium potatoes ($.80) 1 small onion ($.15) 2 garlic cloves, crushed ($.05) 1 dill pickle, chopped ($.10) 1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp miracle whip, divided ($.20) 2-3 Tbsp dijon mustard ($.10) 2 eggs ($.20) Cracked pepper, to taste Salt,… -
July 4th Smoothie
2 Jul 2009 | 10:09 amHere’s a Red White and Blue smoothie for you all to try this holiday weekend! It turns a magnificant purple color when blended! Ingredients 1 banana 1 cup of milk, rice milk or yogurt 6 large strawberries About 1 cup blueberries 2 Tbsp ground flaxseed (optional) 2 Tbsp favorite sweetener, like honey, agave syrup or sugar (I used agave) Enough water to cover all the fruit (about 3-4 cups) Directions 1. Add all ingredients and blend until smooth. 2. Drink! -
Raspberry Coconut Milk Ice Cream
2 Jul 2009 | 8:17 amThe beginning of the summer is just not the best time to learn about a dairy allergy! Hello, ice cream??? I have made the boys some homemade popsicles using fresh juice, but I really wanted them to be able to enjoy some ice cream for the 4th of July, as well as for my oldest’s upcoming birthday! A pint of coconut or rice milk ice cream at the store hovers around $5. I simply can’t justify that! For so little! I can make double that for a fraction of that cost with my ice cream maker. I thought that rice milk wouldn’t work as well because it is… -
$5 Dinners Featured on WDTN
2 Jul 2009 | 5:57 amHey all, Just thought I’d point you to the segment on WDTN (NBC2) that aired last night! Click on the link below to watch the video! http://www.wdtn.com/dpp/money/5_dollar_dinners_wdtn Plus, if you look close enough, you’ll get a peek at the baby bump! I almost to 20 weeks and will find out on Monday afternoon if we are having a boy or a girl! And no, it won’t be a secret! And with that, I’m off to the grocery store! I’ll share about our “big decision” about grocery shopping with you all next week! Enjoy… -
Balsamic Chicken Pasta Salad
1 Jul 2009 | 3:40 pmI love pasta salads…because pretty much, “anything goes!” I used a package of marked down chicken tenderloins ($2.52 for the package), balsamic vinaigrette dressing that I got on sale matched with a $1 coupons (total of $.50 for the bottle), carrots that were $.08 for the bag (sign up for Earthbound coupons here), and veggies that were on sale last week! I also like to buy pasta salad noodles (rotini and shells) “in bulk” to bring down the cost of the pasta! Ingredients 3 cups rotini pasta noodles ($.75) 1 package chicken tenderloins ($2.52) 1 cup balsamic…
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The Centsible Sawyer
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Kraft's First Taste
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More Freebies and Coupons!
1 Jul 2009 | 6:27 amGet a free medium Wild Cooler from Caribou Coffee when you use the Wild It Up application on their facebook page!Thanks to Northern Cheapskate!Hyland's, the maker of one of my favorite products, Hyland's Teething Tablets, is offering a free baby calendar right now. All you have to do is sign up here and fill out a short survey. I'm hoping there's coupons included with the calendar!After you sign -
Publix Deals 7/1 - 7/7
1 Jul 2009 | 6:18 amThere are some of Hot Publix Deals this week! Thanks to Sarah at Fiddledeedee here are some highlights! To see all the Publix deals this week visit the posts HERE and HERE and HERE:: BOGOSKraft or Seven Seas Dressing (Or Good Seasons, 14 or 16-oz bot., Excluding South Beach Living): $3.07 $1/1: HERE= $1.07 for 2($.53/each - save 83%)Oscar Mayer Lunchables (4.15 to 4.5-oz pkg.): $2.00 $1/2: HERE= -
$1 T-shirts at Old Navy Friday
1 Jul 2009 | 6:12 amThis Friday, July 3rd, you can score your whole family t-shirts for Independence Day for just a buck a piece! Woot! What a great deal! -
Wateroos $0.47 for 4 (6 packs)
1 Jul 2009 | 6:02 amHot Deal! Wateroos - natural (no artificial colors/sweeteners) fruit flavored purified water for kids (in juice box containers) are nearly free after rebate at Babies R Us!If you've not tried these before, this week is the time to do so because you can get 4 6-packs of them for $0.47 at Babies R' Us.Here's how:Buy 4 6-packs of Wateroos for $3.49 each--on sale Buy One, Get One 50% off (prices
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Stretching a Buck
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New UPromise eCoupons: July
2 Jul 2009 | 8:00 amIn the past I have shared information with you about Upromise and the fact that they offer eCoupons. I wanted to let you know that with a new month comes an updated list of eCoupons. There are 38 new offers for the month of July!Among my favorites:- Buy any one (1) Bounty Paper Towels six (6) count or larger, save $0.50 for college- Buy 1 Wacky Mac Pasta, save $0.75 for college- Buy 1 No Yolks Egg White Pasta, save $0.50 for college- Buy 1 Little Debbie 100 Calorie Cakes, save $0.45 for college- Buy any 1 package of HUGGIES or HUGGIES Supreme Diapers, save $1.50 for college- Buy 1 Similac… -
New Printable Coupons from Smartsource.com
2 Jul 2009 | 3:30 amIn additon to all of the new printable coupons available at Coupons.com, Smartsource.com also updated their printable coupon list yesterday! Some of my favorites:* B1G1 Free Velveeta Shells & Cheese Cups* $0.55/1 Land O Lakes Spreadable Butter with Olive Oil* $0.55/1 Banana Nut and regular Cheerios Cereal* $0.50/1 Fiber One Muffin Mix* $2/1 Huggies Overnights DiapersPrint these plus tons of other valuable manufactuer's coupons hereFor those of you who are new to printable coupons, most can be printed twice. You can either hit "back" on your browser to print again, or go back to the… -
Free KraftMaid Kitchen Idea Book
1 Jul 2009 | 10:14 amThe KraftMaid Kitchen Idea book offer is back! Click here to request yours. In my experience the book arrives in the mail quickly and is full of great ideas! This offer always goes fast, so if you are interested, you should jump on it. :-)Update: This offer is no longer available. -
More Savings from Kraft
1 Jul 2009 | 8:42 amKraft has been extremely generous with product coupons over the last couple of months, and I'm excited to share yet another great offer with you! Register with Nabisco World and receive a Kraft coupon booklet and free calendar while supplies last! (Thanks, Money Saving Mom!)Don't forget that you can also sign up for KraftFoods.com to take advantage of promotional offers and printable coupons. And if you like to sample new products when they are first introduced, sign up for Kraft First Taste.I have personally signed up for/have participated in all of these offers and I have been very… -
Enfamil Freebies
1 Jul 2009 | 8:41 amHere are two new freebies being offered by Enfamil. No registration is required, just print these certificate and take them to your baby's doctor:* Free Sample of Enfamil Baby Formula * Free Breastfeeding Support Kit----------------------------------------------------------------------If you find this information useful, please consider subscribing to my RSS feed or email newsletter.
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"Deal"icious Mom
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Update: $1 Old Navy 4th of July Flag Shirts on July 3rd (Friday)...Maybe
2 Jul 2009 | 11:15 am***Update: Please call ahead to see if Old Navy is holding this sale. Word is they may not be holding this sale after all. At the last minute Old Navy may have decided to call off the sale. I will let you know if I here more. Sorry for my lack of info...Check out this post by Mama Cheaps to see what interesting info she found out!***Friday, July 3rd - Old Navy is offering $1 Flag Tees. There is a limit of 5 per person. If you really want a certain color or size I would head over there extra early. I was surprised how many people showed up for the $2 tank top sale a couple weeks ago – not… -
Swagbucks Now Offers Paypal as a Reward Plus 5 Free Swagbucks for New Members!
2 Jul 2009 | 8:40 amSo you all know by now that when you get 45 Swagbucks for searching here you can redeem them for a $5 Amazon e-gift card BUT now you can also cash in 80 Swagbucks to get $5 dollars sent to your Paypal account as well! I still think Amazon is the way to go since for me it is a better deal. I use Amazon a lot for gifts and other basics but if you need the extra cash for bills, gas or other expenses then Paypal may be the way to go for your family. You can sign up for a Paypal account here. You can sign up for Swagbucks here. Plus right now if you sign up as a new member and … -
Reminder: YouData's PayDay is Tomorrow! Start Clicking those Ads...
2 Jul 2009 | 8:00 amThis a reminder for both you and me that tomorrow (Friday) is YouData's payday so if you haven't gone over to YouData yet this week to click on your websites to earn your money then you should go today to ensure you get some money tomorrow in your PayPal account. If you are a member of YouData you can sign in here. If you want to join you can join here. Here is my original post on YouData for those of you who are interested in learning more.Keep in mind that you probably will only be making a few cents or dollars a week but every cent counts right. I usually have a couple ads to click a week… -
Free Chiquita Apple Bites
2 Jul 2009 | 7:59 amMoney Saving Madness posted about a great coupon for free Chiquita Apple Bites Singles here. Make sure to print two. Also, make sure to add the Upromise e-coupon for the Chiquita bites to your account and you will get $1.00 added to your Upromise savings account when you use your coupon to buy these! -
$.50 Eggo Bakeshop Items at Target
2 Jul 2009 | 7:40 amAgain this week Target has Eggo Bakeshop products on sale for $1.50. If you use one of the $1 off 1 coupons below you can score a box for $.50 cents! Remember to print 2 coupons from all of the different links so you can get as many boxes as you want. You can get $1 off 1 coupons here and here to print four coupons per computer. Also, you can also print out two more here and here (or here)
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Couponing 101
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Coupon Preview 7/5
2 Jul 2009 | 2:42 pmThere will be ONE insert in this weekend’s paper – Procter & Gamble (P&G). There normally aren’t any coupons on holiday weekends, so thank P&G for saving us from a couponless week! Head over to The Coupon Clippers to see a complete list of the coupons coming out! Click on Tracker at the top, select June from the drop-down menu and click on each insert to see all the coupons. While you’re there you can order a few extras of your favorite coupons for just a small handling fee! Here are the top 10 Hottest Coupons I see: 1. 25¢/1 Bounty Towels or Napkins 2. $1/1… -
FREE Chiquita Bites Printable Coupon
2 Jul 2009 | 2:25 pmGo HERE to print a coupon for a Free Chiquita Bites single pack. If you can’t find the singles at your store, the coupon can also be used to save $1 on the family pack. Thanks Bargain Briana! Related posts:$4 Pace Printable Coupon!Printable Coupon Round-Up – Huggies, Kraft Cheese, $6 off PorkBOGO Purex Printable Coupon -
Albertson’s Deals 6/24 – 6/30
2 Jul 2009 | 1:25 pmThese are the Albertson’s Deals for the North East Texas area. Prices may vary by region. My Albertson’s policy is to triple coupons up to 35¢ and double coupons up 50¢. My Albertson’s will double/triple up to 4 like coupons per transaction. If you need help with abbreviations, please reference this post: Couponing Terms & Abbreviations. Here are the best deals I see from Happy Couponing’s list: Hefty Plates or Bowls $1 - 50¢/1 Q (5/17 RP) = Free Chinet Dinner Napkins $1 - $1/1 Printable Coupon = Free Kraft BBQ Sauce 99¢ - 75¢/1 Q (6/14 SS) = 24¢ Hefty Easy Grip Cups $1 -… -
Melting Pot: DFW Blogger Meet-up Event
2 Jul 2009 | 10:40 amThis past Sunday I attended a local blogger meet up at the Melting Pot restaurant in Southlake, Texas. I had an absolutely fabulous time! I had never been to the Melting Pot before, so I was quite impressed! We were served a four course fondue dinner that lasted several hours. My favorite course was dessert (obviously). We had three different chocolates to dip a variety of sweets in. My favorite was strawberries dipped in raspberry dark chocolate – oh my, it was heavenly! The restaurant was very accommodating and the staff was fantastic. Our waitress, Sara, was a perfect… -
New Look for Couponing 101!
1 Jul 2009 | 8:42 pmCouponing 101 has a brand new look! I am always trying to make my site better for my readers! I want to make it easy for you to find the deals and coupons you are looking for! I hope you will come on over to the site (if you are reading in a feed reader) and browse around – you may find something you didn’t know was there! Related posts:New Look for Couponing 101Changes at Couponing 101!Update + Feed Issues
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Grocery Price Blog
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Freebie: Sample Kotex Overnight Pads
2 Jul 2009 | 2:39 pmThese are going to go pretty fast (they usually do!) so sign up to get your free sample of Kotex Ultra Thin Overnight Pads with Wings. Click Here Other posts you might like:Freebie: Yoplait Whips! SampleFree Sample Kotex Ultra Thin Overnight Other posts you might like:Freebie: Yoplait Whips! SampleFree Sample Kotex Ultra Thin Overnight -
Land O’ Lakes Simple Rewards Club
2 Jul 2009 | 12:34 pmThe LAND O LAKES® Simple Rewards® Club gives you recipes, free newsletters, special offers and access to special site features like My Recipe Box. Membership is free. Save on select LAND O LAKES® Products! Print money-saving coupons for LAND O LAKES® Products. Other posts you might like:FREEBIE: Arm & Hammer Cat ClubBetter Homes and [...] Other posts you might like:FREEBIE: Arm & Hammer Cat ClubBetter Homes and Garden Cookie Swap House Party!! -
Coupons: $55 in Savings from Nabisco by Mail
2 Jul 2009 | 11:24 amGet (2) $20 Rebates and $15 in Coupons on Kraft Favorites including Nabisco, Planters Capri Sun, Ritz Bitz and Easy Cheese. Get your booklet by Visiting Nabisco World Other posts you might like:Snail Mail – Purina ONE CouponsBetty Crocker Coupons in the mail today Other posts you might like:Snail Mail – Purina ONE CouponsBetty Crocker Coupons in the mail today -
Giveaway: General Mills Turtle Chex Mix Bars (3 winners) (Ends 7/16)
2 Jul 2009 | 5:00 amThis delicious snack combines crunchy Chex pieces, pretzels and peanuts with chewy and indulgent ingredients like caramel and chocolate. And if that´s not enough, they have less than 150 calories per bar and provide at least 8 grams of whole grain per serving (48 grams recommended daily)! A great combination of the ingredients you [...] Other posts you might like:Review & Giveaway: Kiss My Face Organic Shimmers (Ends 6/21)Free Sample – Chocolate Turtle Chex Mix -
Signing up for Email RSS vs Email “Updates”
1 Jul 2009 | 4:39 pmI have been getting a lot of emails from people asking why they are not getting updates via email email on my blog. There are 2 ways to get information from me. #1 Sign up for My RSS Feed via email: This will send you 1 email a day showing you all of the new additions [...] Other posts you might like:Freebie: Juicy Juice Water Bottle and Sippy CupDeal: Target $5 GC when you buy Pampers
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Surviving The Stores
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Free sample pack of Kotex Ultra Overnight
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More Free Magazines!
2 Jul 2009 | 2:15 pmThese subscriptions went quickly the last time they were up, so I would grab them while you can!Get a FREE subscription to Business Week magazine HERE.Get a FREE subscription to Golf Digest HERE. (Thanks, Coupon Cravings!)Get a FREE subscription to Sherman's Travel Magazine HERE.Get a FREE subscription to Remedy Life magazine HERE.----------------------------****Be sure to sign up to receive free updates from Surviving The Stores in your inbox or your blog reader -
Best of D/FW Grocery Deals - 7/1 - 7/7
2 Jul 2009 | 1:23 pmKroger: (TX/LA/OK)These are the best deals that I see this week. You will be able to price match almost all of these at Walmart if Walmart is closer to you than Kroger.Driscoll’s Strawberries - 99¢ ea.Beef Brisket - 99¢/lbVidalia Sweet Onions - 88¢/lbZucchini or Yellow Squash - 88¢/lbImperial Sugar 3.4 – 4lb - $1.50McCormick Grinders or Grill Mates - $150¢/1 coupon from the 4/19 or 5/3 RPFREE after couponKroger is also having a buy 10 participating items get $3 off instantly sale. You can view the match-ups for that sale over at Couponing 101 HERE.Albertsons: (DFW and surrounding… -
July Easybakeware
2 Jul 2009 | 12:49 pmIt's July already, and you can order a new silicone pan or other kitchen item from Easy Bakeware for only $1! Make sure you read all of the directions on how to do it and not get charged extra HERE. Also remember that it typically takes a 1 - 1 1/2 months to receive your pan, so don't worry if it doesn't come within 2 weeks like the site says it should. If you reach the 1 1/2 mark and still haven't received your pan, you can email them at customerservice@easybakeware.comEven if you haven't received your pan from June yet, you can still order your pan for July.If you aren't good with… -
B1G1 Free Entree at Ruby Tuesday on July 4th!
2 Jul 2009 | 12:37 pmI just got an email from Ruby Tuesday with a coupon for a B1G1 Entree on Saturday July 4th ONLY. We LOVE the salad bar at Ruby Tuesday. To get the most for our money we usually get the "Ruby Minis" lunch special (our RT lets us get it any time of day) for $8.99. You get the salad bar, two mini-burgers and fries (or whatever you would like instead of fries).You can print your coupon HERE.You can view all of the restaurant deals currently available HERE.----------------------------****Be sure to sign up to receive free updates from Surviving The Stores in your inbox or your blog reader
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This Side of Eternity
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Freebie: Build A Bear Website July 1-31
2 Jul 2009 | 3:26 amNormally you need to enter a special code that you get from purchasing a stuffed animal from Build A Bear in order to access the website. But for the entire month of July this website is free and open to anyone.When you get to BuildaBearville.com click on the big red PLAY Button. This will immediately take you to the set up for your character. -
Freebie: Amazon Patriotic Music Sampler
1 Jul 2009 | 6:43 amYou can get a FREE Patriotic Music Sampler just in time for the Fourth of July!I think this will be a great addition at my barbecue for the Fourth of July. Are you having a barbecue too? Then this might be a great addition for you party as well.Here is what you can expect to find on the sampler:1. God Bless America The Sun Harbor's Chorus-Documentary Recordings 2. Battle Hymn Of The Republic The Sun Harbor's Chorus-Documentary Recordings 3. America The Beautiful The Sun Harbor's Chorus-Documentary Recordings 4. Star Spangled Banner The Sun Harbor's Chorus-Documentary Recordings 5. Everywhere… -
New Printable Coupons!
1 Jul 2009 | 3:33 amToday marks the beginning of July, and the release of brand new coupons!Here are some of the best coupons I see this morning:$1.25 off DiGiorno Flatbread Pizza$1.00 off Smithfield Ham$1.00 off Keebler Fudge Shoppe Cookies$1.10 off Macaroni Grill$1.00 off Yoplait Fiber One Yogurt$1.00 off Fast Fixins$1.00 off DeLallo Whole Wheat Organic Pasta$1.00 off Caribou Coffee$1.50 off Rosetto Frozen Pasta$5.00 off Pictureka (Only $1.64 after coupon at Target - use on Pictureka Card Game!)This is just a sample of the coupons that are ready to print today! There are only a certain amount of coupons… -
How to Get a 4th of July Outfit for $10.00
30 Jun 2009 | 9:21 pmIn honor of the Fourth of July, Old Navy is making their flag t-shirts available for $1.00!Just head to Old Navy early on July 3rd to pick yours up. There is a limit of 5 per customer. But I have found in past promotions that were similar, as long as your children pay with cash, they are each considered a customer.Also, don't forget to check for any current Old Navy coupons here to make the deal even sweeter! The current coupons on the site expire 7/2, so hopefully they'll release new ones in time to use with this sale.Thanks "Cents"able Momma!Old Navy is also running a "Weekend Wonders" sale… -
WFMW: Best Summer Recipes
30 Jun 2009 | 4:17 pmThe Works for me Wednesday Meme had a theme this week. We are supposed to share our favorite summertime recipes. Since there are a ton of them on my list I have decide that I'll share the menu I have planned for our Fourth of July Party this year.Grilled Lemon Pepper ChickenI just add a lemon pepper seasoning blend to the chicken while it is grillingFruit Salad & Fruit DipDip: 1 (8 oz.) cream cheese1/4 c. orange juice1/4 tsp. cinnamon1/8 tsp. ginger1/8 tsp. nutmeg1 (7 oz.) marshmallow cremeUse whichever fruits you like.Noodle Salad1 box noodles2-3 tomatoes1/2 - 1 c. olives2-3 green…
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Craving the Savings
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Coupons & Samples
2 Jul 2009 | 2:47 pmA few coupons and samples… Sign up to get your free sample of Kotex Ultra Thin Overnight Pads with Wings. Saw this on Slickdeals… get $2.00 off 1 Angel Soft toilet paper (any size) and 1 Sparkle paper towels. I don’t know how much Sparkle usually costs, but you can get $1.00 Angel Soft at [...] To read the full post, please click the title link. -
Sprouts (DFW) Deals through 7/8
1 Jul 2009 | 11:58 pmBesides the cherries, this week’s Sprouts ad is disappointing. Here are the best deals at Sprouts, good through Wednesday, July 8: PRODUCE Washington Cherries - $0.99/lb. Yellow Peaches - $0.99/lb. Red or Black Plums - $0.99/lb. Broccoli Crowns - $0.99/lb. MEAT Extra Lean Ground Beef - $1.99/lb. To read the full post, please click the title link. -
Cheap Pictureka Game at Target
1 Jul 2009 | 6:04 pmGet the Pictureka! card game at Target for only $1.64 when you use the $5.00/1 coupon at Coupons.com. You can print two coupons. When you get to Coupons.com, click on the “Entertainment” link on the left side of the page to get to the coupon quickly. You can also page through until [...] To read the full post, please click the title link. -
Free sample of Zunspot
1 Jul 2009 | 11:30 amSign up to receive a free sample of Zunspot to eliminate skin spots and blotches. To read the full post, please click the title link. -
Free Luna Cookie
1 Jul 2009 | 11:16 amTry the new Luna Bar Cookie for free. Sign up here before supplies run out. To read the full post, please click the title link.
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THINGS I FOUND (at the thrift store)
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Let’s Take It To The Polls
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Shrimp Boils, Owls, and BBQ’s.
28 Jun 2009 | 3:08 pmSorry for the lack of posts folks. Here in the upper-middle-western states we get approximately 23 days of tolerable weather, so I’ve been taking full advantage of all the BBQ’s, bonfires, and drinkies that I can. Check in all week because we have a HUGE post coming tomorrow or Wednesday at the latest - I swear to gawd. We spent the entire weekend lurking the thrift shops. Lots of great found treasures. In the meantime, the shots from above are a glimpse of how we’ve been spending some of our summer evenings. Looks good does it not? Oh and all of you owl fanatics out… -
Upcycling – Vintage hardware recycling for your home. I even like the sound of it.
17 Jun 2009 | 6:54 amFound this great article on a duo that recycles old house hardwares, on an Etsy page via a Tweet. Yea, I said it. I tweet the twitters. Add me on Twitter @Jpeddycoart. Minneapolis is slowwwly catching wind to the great re-use stores we have available around here. I’m trying to get my sister to go to the massive one off of Hiawatha to help her find some vintage door knobs and tiles to re-tile her bathroom floor. http://www.etsy.com/storque/handmade-life/upcycle-this-with-reclaimed-home-4044/ -
13 Things Your Thrift Store Isn’t Telling You.
5 Jun 2009 | 7:13 pmIn response to my last post I’ll post this quick but informative article I came across, here. Also, stay tuned for the next batch of Things We Found At The Thrift Store videos. An entire new batch of weirdos have been invited and accepted requests to star in them. Lovable characters each and every one of them. -
THRIFT STORES… OF DOOM
29 May 2009 | 8:11 pmTake a glance at this Karl Rove-esque fear mongering article here. How many people out there (whom do not have kids) will actually think twice about having a garage sale or buying an item from a thrift store that could be from pre-1985? My guess is not too many, and I sure won’t think twice. A more fitting question would be what type of jackass uniforms would the TSGSTF of “Thrift Store & Garage Sale Task Force” wear? Thoughts?
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2 Jul 2009 | 6:54 amNow is the time to join Swagbucks / Swag bucks and get paid to search online, if you haven't already joined. It's free to sign up, and from now through July 6, you can get $5 free in Swagbucks / Swag bucks just to sign up, with a new sign up swagcode from Swagbucks!I love Swagbucks. I have earned enough free Amazon gift cards through Swagbucks to get a laptop totally free from Amazon!When you search online with Swagbucks, you can get free gift cards from places like Amazon, Target, Starbucks, Barnes and Noble, Subway, and Macy's, just to name a few! And now, you can even get free money… -
Sunday July 5 (7/5) coupon inserts preview: Proctor and Gamble / P&G
2 Jul 2009 | 5:33 amSunday July 5 (7/5) coupon inserts preview: Proctor and Gamble / P>he 7/5/09 (July 5) coupons preview is now available at www.thecouponclippers.com. To preview upcoming coupons for 7/5/09, go to www.thecouponclippers.com and click on "Tracker". You will see a calendar with the coupon inserts for each weekend. Click on the calendar to see the coupons that will be in that weekend's inserts! It tells you the dollar amount, the product name, and the expiration date of the coupons! If there is a particular coupon you want extras of, you can order some from www.thecouponclippers.comYou can… -
Taco Del Mar - free kids meals during July!
2 Jul 2009 | 4:59 amTaco Del Mar is giving FREE kids meals during July! After 5 p.m., kids 12 and under receive a free kids meal with the purchase of an adult meal. Kids meal choices are: cheese quesadillas, bean and cheese burritos, tacos, rice and beans, or chips and cheese, (all served with a side of tortilla chips and a small drink). Find a Taco Del Mar location near you here.Want more freebies & money saving tips? Subscribe to our free blog updates and follow us on Twitter -
New swagcode (new swag code) at Swagbucks... get the new Swag bucks code / new Swagbucks code in a swagcode hunt / swag code hunt 7/1/09 (July 1)
1 Jul 2009 | 1:13 pmNew swagcode (new swag code) at Swagbucks... get the new Swag bucks code / new Swagbucks code! There is a new swagcode / new swag code at Swagbucks / Swag bucks on 7/1/09 (July 1) in a swag code hunt / swagcode hunt!A new swag code / swagcode = FREE MONEY FOR YOU! You need to join Swagbucks if you haven't yet! Get 3 bucks just for signing up!Are you new to Swagbucks / Swag Bucks, a site where you can get paid to search online, for the Google searches you already do? Read more about Swagbucks here! Learn what a swag code is and how to use it here! As you know, we love to get paid to search… -
FREE Enfamil samples - print Enfamil formula coupon / certificate
1 Jul 2009 | 12:31 pmWow, the FREE Enfamil samples are back again. Hurry and print the Enfamil formula coupon / certificate that will allow you to get free Enfamil formula. This one will go quickly again!!!Enfamil LIPIL® Formulas. Free sample Click HereWant more freebies, coupons, & money saving tips? Subscribe to our free blog updates and follow us on Twitter
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Freebies and Much More...
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Free Sample of Boss Orange Cologne for Women
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Free Samples and Coupons from P&G (Iams, Charmin, PUR, Tide, etc)
2 Jul 2009 | 2:14 pmFollow the link below and then sign-in or register...http://www.pgeverydaysolutions.com/pgeds/en_US/jsp/EDS_Page.jsp?pageID=UMLP&brand=eds_brandsamplerP&G Samples and Coupons available:Head & ShouldersPrilosec*Metamucil*CharminTide Stain ReleaseTide w/DownyCrest WhitestripsPURIAMS'*Must qualify for these samples/coupons -
Free Magazine Subscription to Car and Driver (One Year)
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Join Mambo Sprouts for Coupons, Samples, and More
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Join the TNT Fireworks Club (Free Samples and more)
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Frugal In Virginia
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New Printable Coupons!
1 Jul 2009 | 8:51 amIt’s the beginning of a new month, and that means the coupons at coupons.com have been reset. To print, just look over to the right sidebar for the pink coupons.com, and click “see all” to get the full list of available coupons. Some of my favorites currently available: $1/1 Starbucks Ice Cream $1/1 Kellogg’s Special K Blueberry Cereal $1/1 Kellogg’s Special K Crackers $1/1 Smithfield Boneless Ham .75/1 MultiGrain Cheerios .50/6 Yoplait Yogurts, single serve cups $1/1 Dream Frozen Dessert Post from: Frugal in Virginia -
Arm & Hammer Coupons
30 Jun 2009 | 3:27 pmNew Arm & Hammer coupons are currently available here with a total value of $11.50 Some of these reached their print limit very quickly the last time they were available, so I suggest printing them soon. Post from: Frugal in Virginia -
Kellogg’s Cares
30 Jun 2009 | 10:30 amKellogg’s has partnered with Feeding America, America’s leading hunger relief organization, to help feed those in need through a coupon program. Currently, when you donate $5 or more to Feeding America through the designated sites, Kellogg’s will send you $5 in cereal coupons. What a great way to help neighbors in need while feeding your family for less! This coupon program will run for the next 3 months, or until the goal of $1 million in donations is reached. You can donate here or here. Post from: Frugal in Virginia -
New Cellfire Coupons
30 Jun 2009 | 10:14 amGood news! The Cellfire e-coupons program has been extended to include Safeway stores. You can now use Cellfire coupons while shopping at Kroger family stores, Tom Thumb, Randalls, Carrs, Dominick’s, Genuardi’s, Pavillions, Safeway, and Vons. The new coupons added to Cellfire must be loaded to your card by July 13th. It is important to note that these will not double, and they can only be used once each. If you aren’t familiar with Cellfire, it’s a coupon program that allows you to load clipless coupons onto your customer store cards. When you check out using your store card, the… -
Veggie Tales DVD: $2.99
30 Jun 2009 | 9:50 amSign up here for the Big Idea e-newsletter and you can order one of three Veggie Tales DVDs for free plus $2.99 shipping. This could be a great birthday or Christmas gift! Thanks, Keeping the Kingdom First! Post from: Frugal in Virginia
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Young and Frugal
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The Party Always Ends
16 Jun 2009 | 6:31 pmIn the midst of what seems like endless economic chaos, I work for a company that is doing exceptionally well right now. So well that many people are getting caught up in it. Private equity firms are constantly knocking on the door, and it seems like I frequently hear talk of an IPO. As the Treasury Manager of the company, and the writer of this blog, I try my hardest not to get caught up in it, though I admit it’s hard. As a personal finance writer, I preach to be conservative with your money: save, invest prudently, and keep an emergency fund; and as a financial professional in… -
Entrepreneurship: Just Do It!
21 May 2009 | 1:44 pmI have a passion for entrepreneurship. There is something grand about the spirit of bucking the curve, going against the norm and taking your employment into your own hands. To go along with my passion, I have a scatterbrain. I get a great idea and I jump in head first, only to realize I’m diving in to the shallow end; then before I have time to lick my wounds, I’ve got another great idea, something innovative that will change the way the world does business. All of my ideas end up spiraling into these grand visions before they are off the ground, and thus they fizzle out. -
Why Is Money Taboo?
17 May 2009 | 1:57 pmToday my wife told me that she gets embarrassed when she is around and I try to haggle. I guess I can understand, I used to be like that too, and only over time have I grown bolder. With this in mind, I have to ask why is it that in America, money seems to be taboo? In other cultures around the world, you are considered stupid or odd if you don’t talk money. In most parts of the world if you buy something without haggling the salesman will probably make fun of you for being a sucker as soon as you walk away. In America haggling is only considered acceptable in 3 scenarios. The first… -
Failing Is Quitting Before You Give Yourself The Chance to Succeed
4 May 2009 | 6:00 pmIt is a common belief that failure is the opposite of success, you either succeed or you fail, and there isn’t much of an in between. But is this really true? Thomas Edison is credited with creating the filament in light bulbs that made them feasible for average americans to buy (no he did not invent the lightbulb). In order to find the correct filament he tried over 2,000 times before getting it right. If he stopped trying after the first few times, or even the first 1,999 times it would have been deemed a failure, but he didn’t, and thus it is considered successful. I wish… -
An Open Farewell Letter To My Co-Workers
20 Apr 2009 | 8:47 pmI’ve never been much for the “standard” way of doing things, because I know if I put my own style behind it it’ll be more memorable. So this post is a blend of a standard blog post and a parting or “keep in touch” letter to my colleagues, in which I out myself as a blogger. Today is the last day of my first job out of college. As I have written before (elsewhere on the site), I graduated 2 years ago as a cocky know-it-all, but I honestly don’t know if I learned as much in my four years of college as I have in my 18 months of work at a Fortune 500…
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CouponDivas.com
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Finish Line Coupon Code July 2009
2 Jul 2009 | 12:47 pmHere are current online coupon codes for Finish Line. Use them in combination with the great sales and save big. See website for terms of use. Coupon Codes valid during time frame specified: Other Coupon Codes: Coupon Code: SUMMER1060 $10 Off of Orders $60+ expires: 12/31/09 Coupon Code: JULY15P90 15% off $90 valid: 07/06/09 - 07/10/09 Coupon Code: JULYSHIP50 Free Shipping on $50+ expires: 07/31/09 Finish Line Fourth of July Clearance expires: 07/05/09 Free Shipping on Select Styles expires: 07/11/09 -
4th of July Sale at Kmart
2 Jul 2009 | 12:34 pmEnjoy incredible savings this 4th of July at Kmart. You don't even have to go to the store to shop, just click on the link below and take advantage of great offers: Save $5 off $50 with coupon code KMART5OFF50 at Kmart.com Save $10 off Apparel purchases over $100 or more 7/3-7/4 -
Vista Print Summer Clearance Sale
2 Jul 2009 | 12:27 pmThe Vista Print Summer Clearance Sale is going on now. Save up to 90% on your order - Offer Expires 8/31/09. Just use the links below and save today! -
Express Coupon Code July 2009
2 Jul 2009 | 12:22 pmExpress is having a great Summer Sale right now! Sale - $9.99 and up plus take an additional 30% off clearance items. You can also get a coupon for 15% Off when you sign up for their newsletter. In addition to all of that. Below is an online coupon code that saves you $15 off a $60 purchase. Just click on the link below and enter promo code 7266 at checkout. -
Children’s Place Printable Coupon July 2009
2 Jul 2009 | 12:15 pmHere is the printable coupon for Children's Place for July 2009. Coupon is valid at participating stores through 7/31/09. See coupon for details and/or restrictions. Happy Shopping! 15% Off Your Purchase (Expires 7/31/09)
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Cha Ching Queen
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Gap Stores 20% off $75 printable coupon
2 Jul 2009 | 2:46 pmSave 20% off your purchase of $75 or more at Gap or Gap Factory Outlet Stores through July 9th with this printable GAP coupon. -
25% off at Borders Coupon - printable and online
2 Jul 2009 | 2:44 pmSave 25% off at Borders with this coupon now through July 5th. Use promo code SLB7001G to save 25% online as well. -
Sherman's Travel (discount travel) free Magazine Subscription
2 Jul 2009 | 2:31 pmSherman's Travel is a great website dedicated to finding travel bargains and values. They have in-depth reviews of top deals. There's even a quick search where you can find the best price from multiple air and hotel providers at once.Sherman's Travel now has Sherman's Travel Magazine, the first magazine for travelers seeking smart-luxury values. And, you can get it for free here. It's $9.95 at Amazon now. Another free magazine to add to your collection! -
Free Kotex Sample
2 Jul 2009 | 2:26 pmHere's another Kotex sample... Kotex Ultra Overnight Pads - Sign up here to receive your FREE sample packcomplete with a Kotex® Ultra Overnight Pads with Wings. -
Free Mag. Subscriptions: Business Week and Golf Digest
2 Jul 2009 | 2:23 pmMore free magazines... click here for a free subscription to Business Week and click here for a free subscription to Golf Digest.Thanks Saving With Shellie
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Attention Target Shoppers
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VIP and Exciting News & Opportunities
1 Jul 2009 | 10:34 pmA lot is going on here at ATS. One thing you should be aware of is that Blogger is behaving poorly. I am scheduling posts only to find they aren't posting. My posts are formatting oddly at times. Now on to some very important and exciting news and opportunities. Be sure to take the time to explore every link for all of the great opportunities to earn, save and enjoy what each have to... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
HUGE All You Magazine Subscription Giveaway Contest!
1 Jul 2009 | 8:15 pmAttention Targeteers! I'm giving away one of the 10 issue subscriptions contest style! Possibly MORE! I made a post about the deal I got with Time, Inc. HERE. If you want to just purchase the magazine, here is the link where you place your order. Here are the rules: Contest starts at 10pm on 7/1/09. Contest ends at 10pm on 7/12/09. Twelve ways to earn. I am leaving the contest... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
Peelie Coupon Alerts for Target
1 Jul 2009 | 7:39 pmBrandy over at $aving Cents with Brandy's Bargains found a couple of coupons you just may have an interest in when going to Target shopping this week. Be on the look-out for peelies on .... Senseo $2.00/3 (peelie on product) I had a $1.00/1 printable in my email too! Finish Liquid Dish Detergent $.50/1 (peelie on product) If you want printables, there are some at... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
Hot Deal Alert
1 Jul 2009 | 6:01 pmI have one hot deal alerts for you today. They come by way of Charlene from My Frugal Adventures. She was kind enough to send me an email alert about this for all of you. :) Coppertone Nutrashield 70 SPF - $8.99 - Use $5.00/1 printable - Stack with $1.00/1 Target coupon in 6/28 RP Final = $2.99 NOTE: Look for the package with a bonus small facial sunscreen that is included. I... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
Cellfire Coupons Update!!!!
1 Jul 2009 | 5:00 pmCellfire clipless e-coupons are updated! Be sure to take a fast minute to load yours onto your loyalty card. $0.50/2 boxes - any flavor Betty Crocker Fruit by the Foot, Fruit Gushers, Fruit Roll-Ups OR Fruit Roll-Ups Fruit Stickerz Fruit Snack. $0.40/1 box - any flavor/variety Nature Valley Granola Bars $0.75/1 - any flavor/variety Total cereal $0.50/1 tub - any flavor/variety... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Being More Through Having Less
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Some Decluttering Links :)
29 Jun 2009 | 2:46 pmA random photo I found when I searched for the term "piles of makeup"Tiff from a Simple Family has written a great post about decluttering. I could relate to the things she said and it gave me food for thought about buying things because they are cheap.Kitty from Dehoarding Diary always has great links to other blogs- I particularly like yesterday´s recommendation, it was as inspiring as she said.You will be amazed at the openness and energy you gain after you clear out some piles and shelves and unused stuff and things.This morning my sister and I gave the flat a thorough clean in between… -
Edit, Add and Appreciate Sunday
28 Jun 2009 | 2:16 pmIt’s Sunday…time to edit, add, and appreciate one thing in your life that will help you be a better you. Edit one thing–material objects, negative thoughts, bad habits, or activities that don’t reflect who you are as a person. It doesn’t have to be a physical thing; Sometimes bad habits and negative thoughts are more detrimental than physical clutter.Add something. Bring in something or reinvent one thing in your life–thoughts, habits, activities, clothing, objects…Add something that will help you be a better person; And yes, sometimes a new pair of jeans can help!Appreciate… -
Signature Style Friday - Bangles and Bracelets
26 Jun 2009 | 2:00 amMy "Persian Cuff", an ebay buy about five years ago- silver with citrineI am someone who loves wearing jewellery - I always have earrings on and either a necklace OR bangles/bracelet - for some reason never both.I like to leave one area bare (and that includes wearing a watch). And if I have something on my wrist, then it´s the opposite hand that has the rings...Does anyone else feel the same way or I am just weird?When I was growing up I was given three silver bangles by an aunt, I still have them. I love the way thin bangles slide up and down my wrist when my hand moves. So, it´s a toss… -
Jeans and Jackets
24 Jun 2009 | 1:19 pmJust a quickie post - I lost half a kilo this week, but I think I have lost focus on the weight loss again. Sitting around the house waiting for the rain to stop is doing me little good :(However, spent the day with my sister and baby out in the rain shopping, was really fun. I bought nothing, but she bought jeans, three t-shirts and a beautiful white dressy blazer/jacket from Zara. All of it was needed and carefully considered.To get to her one perfect pair of jeans, she tried on about 20 pairs in three different stores. I played the role of stylist, bringing her different styles and sizes… -
Rainy Day Violets
23 Jun 2009 | 2:37 amI didn´t want to title this post Rainy Days Blues, because I´m not blue, however it´s been raining consistently for quite a while now and it means I´m spending a lot more time inside than I would like.Of course I have LOTS of things I could be doing - my to-do list is a mile long. However I find myself just wishing to cuddle with baby and hang out with my sister.I find this weather somewhat unsettling and am a lot more motivated in sunny weather. I think it has something to do with my body temperature - cold weather makes me want to hibernate!So today I just want to say that I am going to…
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Everyone's Blog Posts - SWAP MAMAS
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JULY '09 GIVEAWAY: GADBaby Cloth Diaper + Absorbant Hemp Insert!
Not only does Mama Nature love GADBaby Cloth Diapers, so does the Giveaway Mama! From fun, fashion forward colors to baby-friendly fabrics, these things are bullet proof. Leaks don't stand a chance. And speaking of chances, here's YOURS! First, head over to the GADBaby site and check these babies out. Then, come back, reply to the GADBaby Discussion in the CLOTH DIAPERS, ETC. group and you'll be entered to win a pair -- your choice of size and color -- coupled with a trim, hemp insert inside. That's a super-absorbent pocket diaper that will turn heads, Baby! Good luck Mama! ENTRY DEADLINE:… -
JULY '09 GIVEAWAY: Baby Signs Pop-Up Book + $50 Babies 'R' Us Gift Card
We think Swap Mamas is pretty cool. We're betting you think so too. This month, there's another reason to tell everyone you know. CLICK HERE, tell all your friends to join you here on Swap Mamas, and come August 1st, if you have the most referrals in July, you'll win this: GRAND PRIZE (One winner) • One (1) copy of the new Pop-Up Book, Baby Signs ($25.99 value) Baby Signs is based on American Sign Language and will help encourage the use of non-verbal gestures to communicate. Research has proven that babies who are taught to use signs to express their basic ideas before they can say words… -
Getting started...
Well, this is my first day on SwapMamas and I just wanted to say hello to all the other members. I have lots of stuff to swap, but I'm still new at this. I'll try to post some pics of my items asap. In the mean time any suggestions on how all this works would be great. Thanks and hope to start swapping soon! -
Wanted: Jewlery, bead magazines/books
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Trade house in Lake Arrowhead for house in San Diego - last weekend in July
We have a beautiful big house in Jamul - San Diego County. We are going to a family reunion at Lake Arrowhead the last weekend in July and would love a trade instead of spending money on a hotel. Our house has a firepit, jacuzzi, 2 acres with a beautiful view. We are looking for anything in Lake Arrowhead since we'll be spending most of our time at our cousin's cabin.
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Lighter Footstep
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Time Is Running Out to Spend a Buck for Charity
1 Jul 2009 | 4:45 pmHey — it’s the final week! Thanks to everyone who has reached into their pocket and kicked-in a buck for charity. Hundreds of you have responded (many with more than a dollar) as eleven environmental websites team up to make the world a better place. Together, we’re supporting some great charities. And you get to help choose the two from this list which will receive 100 percent of the collected donations: Sustainable Harvest: Helping farmers and communities in tropical regions Kiva: The revolutionary microloan agency Healthy Child, Healthy… -
Cheap, Quick, Easy: Spring Vegetable Rice with Shrimp
1 Jul 2009 | 10:49 amHere’s an inexpensive dish that’s ready in less than 30 minutes and won’t heat up your summer kitchen. Best of all, preparation time is only about 5 minutes — or just a little longer, if you choose the vegetarian option. What you’ll need: 1 1/2 cups of your favorite rice 3 1/2 cups water 1 package Knorr Spring Vegetable recipe mix 4 ounces frozen cocktail shrimp (See vegetarian option below) Preparation: We’ll be using a rice cooker to make this a true one-pot meal. Rice cookers are amazingly efficient, and… -
Please Give Just $1 For The Charities That You Help To Choose
23 Jun 2009 | 10:05 pmAs environmental publishers, we know that part of good stewardship is sharing information, but even the most intelligent among us can not make change without doing something. So Lighter Footstep, along with The Good Human, Twilight Earth, Grass Stain Guru, My Green Side, The Smart Mama, A Little Greener Every Day, Fake Plastic Fish Allie’s Answers, and Natural Papa have teamed up to carry our message with one strong and united voice. The message is that there are great organizations out there which are suffering in this economic downturn through decreased donations … and… -
Authorities Seek Killer of Endangered Florida Panther
11 Jun 2009 | 12:24 pmFlorida game and conservation groups are offering a $15,200 reward for the conviction of whoever shot and killed one of the state’s endangered panthers. The young female panther — one of perhaps a hundred still remaining in the wild — was killed on private property in rural Hendry County, between Ft. Myers and Lake Okeechobee. Investigators believe the breeding-age cat was shot sometime in late April. The carcass was found about a week later. Florida panthers were once plentiful in the state. Early Florida settlers considered the panther… -
Lighter Footstep’s New Look: A Quick Tour
10 Jun 2009 | 7:04 pmIf you’re a regular visitor to Lighter Footstep, you’ve probably noticed our new look. We rolled out a major revision to our layout over the weekend. After a few days of tuning, most of the elements are in place. Welcome to the new Lighter Footstep: simpler, cleaner, and easier to read. It’s the first phase of some exciting changes we have planned for the summer. Please browse around and tell us what you think. If you’re reading this through our RSS feed, please pop over to the site and have a look. We’re particularly interested in bug reports, so if…
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Kim's Shopping Blog
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Celebrating a Celebridemic?
30 Jun 2009 | 2:05 pmMany people believe the “people die in three’s” theory, and there certainly has been a Celebridemic going on with two sets of three celebrities dying within the last week. In case you have been trapped in a closet and aren’t up to par on the news, here’s who everyone is grieving… Ed McMahon - Most notorious for being Johnny Carson’s sidekick on The Tonight Show, his last gig was the Cash4Gold.com commercial that aired during the Super Bowl. Have you requested a Free Refiners Return Pak from Cash4Gold yet? It’s totally free, with no… -
Free Food for Kraft First Taste Members
28 Jun 2009 | 11:01 amAre a Kraft First Taste Member yet? If not, click above banner to join now for free! You receive coupons for new products to be among the first to test them out! I just got a coupon in the mail yesterday try the new DiGiorno Flatbread Melt for FREE! And last month I received a coupon to try Velveeta Shells & Cheese cups for FREE! Who can resist free food?! -
All Me / All You
24 Jun 2009 | 4:42 pmIf you follow me on Twitter or are my friend on Facebook (or have just noticed the lack of updates here), you’ll know that I’ve MIA for a few days. I posted an update of house happenings. And now I am currently recovering at home after having a total hysterectomy to remove a uterian fibroid tumor. The nurses call hysterectomy patients “hysters” - the term kind of reminds me of ”spinsters” - let’s hope the similarity stops there! I’ve been sneaking out of bed and into the computer room to check emails (and write this quick update), and… -
Red Plum Coupons / Muffin Recipe
12 Jun 2009 | 10:10 amWe’ve recently added RedPlum.com to our list of favorite printable coupon sites (in the right hand sidebar), along with Coupons.com and SmartSource.com. I just printed some great coupons… $1.50 off 2 Kellogg’s Frosted Mini-Wheats 55¢ off Kretschmar Deli Product $1.50 off Degree Deodorant $1 off Eggo Bake Shop $5 off WrinkleFree Eyes 20 minute eye lift system $1 off Caltrate B1G1F Meaty Bone Dog Biscuits $1 off Del Monte Fruit Chillers $1 off Marzetti Produce Dressing $1 off Kellogg’s Raisin Bran Cereal (Watch for “Try Me Free” Specially Marked… -
The Checks In My Mail
8 Jun 2009 | 2:30 pmThis week my mailbox has been overflowing with refund checks and free coupons as seen above. I thought I’d compile a list of current hot rebate offers so you can fill your mailbox up with cash as well - sure beats bills! I recommend printing out the forms before you actually buy the item, as sometimes the manufacturer will take the link down before it expires, but it’s still valid. Find/Print off coupons to combine with purchases to ultimately make a profit. Then when you make your purchases, ask for separate receipts. I usually do the self-checkout at Walmart and check each…
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Retire at 40
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Spending Your Way Out of a Recession
18 Jun 2009 | 3:57 amI know people were talking about this a few months ago but finally I found some common sense. By a bank of all things. Earlier this year, I saw people interviewed on the TV and they said things like: I'm spending our way out of the recession or Yeah, it [the recession] is not affecting me. I just keep spending And I would think "wow, these people have no idea". Trying to Change the World One Person at a Time Sometimes, changing the world one person at a time can work but pretending that your spending will help us get out of the recession is a bit silly. The amount of money that you… -
Paying off my Mortgage in the Current Economic Climate
16 Jun 2009 | 2:22 amAt the moment, the economy doesn't seem to be too great. Of course, many people are saying that they haven't felt any impact at all ... but these are the lucky ones who's jobs are relatively stable. So far, I'd say that I was one of the lucky ones. To me all of four things has happened in the past year: I got a pay-riseI cut my spendingthere has been tax cutsthere has been interest rate cutsTherefore, with all these things going on, I am able to pay off more of my mortgage since I am currently on a floating rate. The Plan Since I have split my mortgage into a revolving and a repayment… -
Paying Bills per Month Rather than per Year
12 May 2009 | 2:18 amThere are two trails of thought in my head these days. Firstly, the idea that I will retire at 40 once I am financially independent. The second is that of simplifying and downsizing my life and my needs. The funny thing is, sometimes these ideas aren't quite orthogonal and one influences the other, sometimes to it's detriment. Paying Bills per Month Recently, I changed banks. I did it for a few reasons, one of which was that I could do more of my banking online or over the phone. I rarely - if ever - need to go to the bank now and in fact they don't even have premises since they are… -
Shaving those Expenses: 10 Things to Think About Cutting Down
24 Mar 2009 | 1:57 amAfter a few weeks trying to cut a number of expenses, I hereby offer you 10 things you can think about where you might be able to cut your bills or your monthly outgoings. 1) Lowering your Cable TV/Satellite Subscription Or indeed, cutting it out completely. Think about it, how much time do you watch TV anyway. Not much? Then you don't need either Cable or Satellite. Watch it alot, then you probably need to cut down anyway. I used to have Cable TV in a previous house which was about $60 a month, now saved. 2) Monthly Insurances House insurance, contents insurance, life insurance, car… -
Guest Post on Lazy Man and Money
27 Feb 2009 | 12:40 pmFirstly, welcome to all the Lazy Man and Money readers wandering over here to take a look round. Remember to subscribe to my RSS feed so you can keep coming back. And to all my readers, go and take a look at Lazy's blog (yes, he doesn't mind being called that) - it's a great read. Short Term Sacrifices for Long Term Gain Photo: alphaducentaure My post over at Lazy's blog was originally called Short Term Sacrifices for Long Term Gain but in conjunction with Lazy we changed it to Sacrificing the Little Things for Early Retirement so his readers could get more of a taste of my background, why I…
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Bargain Babe
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Drumroll please….here comes BargainBabeLA.com!
2 Jul 2009 | 8:21 amToday I am unveiling an exciting new website - BargainBabeLA.com! This site helps people save money in their neighborhood using Google maps. Current deals on the site include free yoga classes on the Santa Monica beach, a $1 grocery sale in Buena Park, and $6 Angels tickets. Wahoo! The most exciting part about BargainBabeLA.com is that EVERYONE can share a deal, be it a clothing sale they spot on their drive to work, a restaurant discount they come across while ordering take out, or a free event coming up nearby. The goal is for everyone to be able to get the deal you saw! After you register… -
Share deals on BargainBabeLA.com = get free stuff
2 Jul 2009 | 7:52 amAlong with the new site, we’re rolling out incentives to become a Bargain Buddy. Buddies are core members of BargainBabeLA.com and have greater access to the site. They can publish deals immediately, moderate comments, and monitor deals being added by regular members. Bargain Buddies are trusted members of the Bargain Babe LA community. Soon, Bargain Buddies will be able to create a profile on the site by uploading a picture and tracking their deals. We’d also like to feature a Bargain Buddy deal of the day on the homepage! Bargain Buddies will receive a free BargainBabe.com… -
Riding the Microwaves: How to Get the Best Performance From Your Microwave
2 Jul 2009 | 3:54 amDon't Panic. This is a post by Alex, BargainBabe.com’s intern. In addition to being a fantastic intern, he knows things about microwaves that only a college student would know. To anyone like me who cooks at home or eats Chinese food, leftovers are your best friend. A well-cooked meal never quite reaches its previous glory after being refrigerated, but with the help of a microwave and a few nifty tricks, we can come close. No need to waste food - and money - ever again. 1. Rotate That MealMicrowave ovens are basically all the same: they use a certain kind of wave to heat your food. -
VIDEO: BB hits LA’s fashion district
1 Jul 2009 | 9:59 amWe just wrapped up our latest video. It’s 2.5 minutes of me scrounging for bargains in Los Angeles’ famed Fashion District, the all cash, no dressing room shopping experience. Plus Really. Good. Prices.Watch it here. If you like it, rate it from 1 to 5 stars. Thanks! -
Big announcement is coming Thursday!!
1 Jul 2009 | 9:26 amThe big surprise I let on about a few weeks back is nearly ready for its grand debut. If all goes according to plan I will unveil the surprise on BargainBabe.com first thing tomorrow. The surprise is going to help you save more money, look very snazzy, and be fun to use. Need more clues?! Hmmm…what can I tell you without giving it away? You’ll just have to wait! (Guesses that the surprise is $2 Subway gift cards for every reader are incorrect. Sorry to burst your bubble.)
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Diva on a Dime
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Everything (makeup) is a dollar
1 Jul 2009 | 11:06 amWhy Nordstrom's latest makeover to one brand may save you tons on your makeover-- or makeup-- needs. Nordstrom has recently bought the makeup line ELF (eyes-lips-face) and has plans to repackage the the product with their own name and label. As a result, makeup with ELF packaging is getting the boot, and most of the items are available for $1 on ELF's web site.For orders over $15, enter CAROLINA to save $7.50. For Divas who spend over $75, free shipping is included. -
Got the Tuesday blues?
9 Jun 2009 | 5:12 pmI've got just the remedy: Sushi, tequila, and salsa dancin'.Beginning tonight, and EVERY TUESDAY through August 24, Sushi-Teq (510 Atlantic Ave., Theatre District) will have complimentary tequila tastings (one of its 69 varieties) and free salsa dancing lessons. It's from 6-8 PM. And did I mention there's outdoor (and waterfront) seating? -
A few words of wine-buying wisdom...
3 Jun 2009 | 6:27 pm...From some of Shoestring's finest bargainistasEat & Drink: Bargain Booze Buying BasicsTue, Jun 2, 2009 1:59 PMShoestring MagazineFrom perfectly timing your purchases to working it at your local wine shop, take this guide to the bank with our tips for buying — and saving on — all your adult beverages this summer.read more -
What's in store this week
1 Jun 2009 | 3:16 pmSay hello to June with some stellar deals this week that won't break your bank account. 1. $10 Wine Crash Course: Summer Sippers in Wine. Need I explain more? Tuesday, June 2, 7PM at the Wine Gallery (375 Boylston St., Brookline).2. Join GrouponYou're e-mailed a different offer in the Boston-area each day and, if the minimum amount of people required for this deal sign up, you all receive the discounted rate; if not enough people sign up, the deal is null-and-void (the special offers rely on a group rate-- hence groupon-- and differ depending on what the offer entails). Some recent offers… -
Stay in shape on a Dime
26 May 2009 | 7:06 pmBecause, hey, before you know it we'll be gym-rats again!The ever-anticipated Memorial Day weekend has come and gone, and for those of us Divas in the Northeast it means three key things:1. We can finally wear white without worrying about that fashion-faux-pas, which was ingrained into our minds long ago.2. Our tanlines are no longer non-existent.3. It's "summer."My point here is this: Take advantage of the next few months of beautiful weather and consider taking your workout routine outside. As a frequenter to the gym for as long as I can remember, I never thought I'd be one to say, "I'll be…
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