It’s been a weird week here at the Frugal Upstate village homestead. . . First Princess was home sick, now Buddy is home sick. I’ve had to cancel and rearrange various appointments, errands and whatnot because I can’t seem to get everyone up, moving and well at the same time! But things are looking up. I woke up this morning without my back hurting for the first time in about 2 months-so I’m trying to stay off the computer (which I think is aggravating it) and avoid heavy lifting today to see if I can actually be better! So to keep it easy today rather than…
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320th Festival of Frugality
Festival of Frugality25 Jan 2012 | 12:06 pmWelcome to this weeks announcement for the newest Festival of Frugality. This week is hosted by our long time friends at Squirrlers. Thanks so much for the great weather reports. Here is my hometown climate. Bayfield WI: Located in Northern WI on the shores of Lake Superior, this small town features January average low temperatures of 6 degrees (-14 celsius)! This is a place filled with sadness and cold form November to April…Glad I am not there anymore. Editors Picks: KT presents Is Outsourcing Household Chores a Luxury or a Smart Money Move? posted atPersonal Finance Journey. I… -
More Improvised Exercise Equipment
Frugal Babe22 Jan 2012 | 6:20 pmRemember when I told you about the walker I started using as a dip station for my Bodyrock workouts? Well, I have another inexpensive, DIY piece of workout equipment to share with you. They use sandbags as weights on Bodyrock all the time. The one they use sells for about $100. Of course there was no way I was going to spend that sort of money on one. So I’ve been using the dumbbells that we’ve had for years, and they work ok most of the time. But heavy metal dumbbells aren’t the most comfortable thing to have stuck behind your neck while doing lunges and squats. They’re… -
Jan 24, Valentine Gifts On A Thrifty Budget For Romantic Frugal Fun day
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tuesdays with tara – volume forty-nine
aric with an a24 Jan 2012 | 11:37 am“Even when the love’s gone, don’t I know it? Even when the love’s gone, don’t I show it?” The end of romantic love is such a private affair. It is a room big enough for only two. When two mature adults have decided to put an end to what they’ve had, to go their separate ways, it is a deeply painful experience, unique in its ability to go straight to our core. It is an exercise in nostalgia and a fragile understanding cobbled out of battered emotions and the will to press on. There is no such thing as a clean end, either. Love goes on. It may take…
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320th Festival of Frugality
25 Jan 2012 | 12:06 pmWelcome to this weeks announcement for the newest Festival of Frugality. This week is hosted by our long time friends at Squirrlers. Thanks so much for the great weather reports. Here is my hometown climate. Bayfield WI: Located in Northern WI on the shores of Lake Superior, this small town features January average low temperatures of 6 degrees (-14 celsius)! This is a place filled with sadness and cold form November to April…Glad I am not there anymore. Editors Picks: KT presents Is Outsourcing Household Chores a Luxury or a Smart Money Move? posted atPersonal Finance Journey. I… -
Festival of Frugality #319
17 Jan 2012 | 2:56 pmThere is no better remedy for cold weather than saving extra funds to afford turning up the heat. Check out this weeks great Festival of Frugality hosted by The Frugal Toad. It is complete with some great picks from the editor as well as blizzard of additional resources (see picks below). Mrs. SPF presents Why Use Cloth Diapers posted at Sustainable Personal Finance. We have now been using cloth diapers for nearly over 3 months and so far we are really happy about using them. What follows are my thoughts on why cloth is more sustainable, not only for the planet but also for your… -
Festival of Frugality #318
10 Jan 2012 | 8:37 pmHere we are again for another great Festival. This one is brought to us by Adam from Magical Penny…but are pennies magical? We can never know. Either way, head on over to his site for a great post. Check out his picks for this week for the best of the best. #1 – Have you ever seen a frugal celebrity? posted atCanadian Personal Finance. #2 – 4 Reasons You Should Set Unrealistically High Goals posted at Watson Inc. #3 - Kitchen Gardening, the Accidental Side Gig posted at 101 Centavos #4 - The basics of charitable contributions posted at Tax on Tax Of #5 - One Piece… -
317th Festival of Frugality
3 Jan 2012 | 3:11 pmHappy New Year and welcome to this weeks Festival! This weeks New Years edition is brought to you by our friends at Funny About Money. Head over there for some great frugal resources and check out the great editors picks below. My University Money The Smith Manoeuvre: Make Your Mortgage Tax Deductible This post is extremely interesting. In Canada, home mortgages are not tax-deductible. Teacher Man describes a strategy to make a mortgage deductible with a roundabout little juggling act, and in the course of advocating it stirs up some controversy. The Penny Hoarder Where Should I Sell My Gift… -
Home Savings Tips: The Eco-Friendly Edition
31 Dec 2011 | 6:27 pmBefore you try and reduce monthly expenditures by figuring out how to make the right decision about refinancing your home, you should always make a conscious effort to exhaust all forms of cost-cutting. There could always be an extra $50 or more being wasted every month that you could easily collect if you just went about your finances with slightly more stringency. In this article, we’ll focus on ways to cut energy costs from your home and other eco-friendly ways to save some green. Such measures may save you pennies, or they may save you a fortune. Either way, they’ll save you…
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More Improvised Exercise Equipment
22 Jan 2012 | 6:20 pmRemember when I told you about the walker I started using as a dip station for my Bodyrock workouts? Well, I have another inexpensive, DIY piece of workout equipment to share with you. They use sandbags as weights on Bodyrock all the time. The one they use sells for about $100. Of course there was no way I was going to spend that sort of money on one. So I’ve been using the dumbbells that we’ve had for years, and they work ok most of the time. But heavy metal dumbbells aren’t the most comfortable thing to have stuck behind your neck while doing lunges and squats. They’re… -
Too Much Inspiration
18 Jan 2012 | 2:06 pmEDIT – just discovered the fitness and food sections on Pinterest. I might have to up my time limit from five minutes to fifteen. I have been purposely avoiding Pinterest for quite some time. From what I had heard, I knew that it could be the sort of site that could suck me in and turn into a major time waster, so I just avoiding going there in the first place. I don’t remember what convinced me to finally go check it out a few weeks ago, but I did. And sure enough, half an hour later I was still browsing around. Damn you, Pinterest. I loved looking at wide-open,… -
Give New Life To Empty Glass Jars
16 Jan 2012 | 12:04 pmSeveral years ago, I got rid of nearly all of my plastic food storage containers. I have several pyrex dishes with lids and lidded casserole dishes that I use to store large quantities of leftovers. But most of the time, I use empty glass jars. My freezer is full of repurposed glass jars holding things like flax seeds, chia seeds, and hemp protein. I order stuff like that online in bulk and it comes in big plastic bags that can be a bit unwieldy. So when it arrives, I dump the bags into several jars and stash them in the freezer. Much easier to dump chia… -
Saying No – So That You Can Say Yes To What Matters
10 Jan 2012 | 4:32 pmI’m a people pleaser. Always have been, probably always will be. I want to make people around me happy, and that means that saying no is not my strong suit. If people ask me to do something or go somewhere or help them with something, I usually say yes. That’s fine most of the time, but sometimes I’d prefer to say no. And that’s harder than it sounds. My husband is very good at saying no, and very good at putting his family first above all else. If something is going to interfere with his time with us, he says no, and it doesn’t bother him at all. -
Kitchen Decluttering
5 Jan 2012 | 1:28 pmIf you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you know that I’ve done a lot of decluttering over the past couple years. I’ve taken numerous carloads of stuff to Goodwill, and have (except for last month when I was on a mission to find stuff for our son’s play kitchen) mostly stopped going in to shop when I drop stuff off. I got rid of about half of my craft supplies, and I’ve cleared out closets and cupboards all through the house, tossing or recycling or donating stuff that we didn’t need anymore. I had already made one pass through the kitchen a year or so ago,…
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Jan 24, Valentine Gifts On A Thrifty Budget For Romantic Frugal Fun day
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Jan 9, Sale Time
9 Jan 2012 | 3:38 pmWell it's that time f year again. everyone as eaten too much, spent too much and basically over done it. Now its time to put those frugal ahts on and make the most of those sales. Get out there and buy next years Christmas cards as half the price or less. Look out for gifts which are in the sales and which can be use as extras or stocking fillers. But remember just because it's in the sale doesn't mean you have to buy it. Only buy what you need and will use. Happy shopping -
Dec 21, Calendars - Everyday Frugal Tips and Uses
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Dec 20, Christmas frugal gifts For Fun Frugal Christmas
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Dec 2, Frugal Living Tips To Save Money Everyday
2 Dec 2011 | 7:13 amFrugal Living is all about living a simpler less wasteful life whilst keeping more money in your pocket. Find out how to live a frugal life and how to avoid those money worries.
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tuesdays with tara – volume forty-nine
24 Jan 2012 | 11:37 am“Even when the love’s gone, don’t I know it? Even when the love’s gone, don’t I show it?” The end of romantic love is such a private affair. It is a room big enough for only two. When two mature adults have decided to put an end to what they’ve had, to go their separate ways, it is a deeply painful experience, unique in its ability to go straight to our core. It is an exercise in nostalgia and a fragile understanding cobbled out of battered emotions and the will to press on. There is no such thing as a clean end, either. Love goes on. It may take… -
messy marvin
17 Jan 2012 | 6:09 pmright. so this site’s design changed. it’s for the best, and will work best with the other site/project. hopefully you’ll like it and say ‘ahhhhhh, nice’ or something to that effect. problem is we’re all busy working on getting the other one launched right now, so all the messiness and tweaking we need to do to this one… so click around, read some stuff and forgive another mess I’ve begun before cleaning up the previous one. there’s a new TwT coming as soon as I can figure this new stuff out, as well as some other amazing entries. I… -
missing the boat.
16 Jan 2012 | 7:01 amdear elizabeth/liz/beth. I don’t know if that’s your name, but it was the song that was playing on my iPod when I saw you and, well… once you read below, you’ll know why I needed to give you a name. it’s a long story, so I thought I’d throw it [the song] in here while you read. if you read. it’s a good song. [Bon Iver - 'Beth'] anyway. I just wanted to say… [text deleted] [text deleted] [text deleted] damn it. I’m no good at this… you can probably tell by my ill-advised posting of your photo that this is not my area of expertise. I… -
alllllllllmost there.
13 Jan 2012 | 4:16 pmhi. I’m sorry things have been so quiet. trust it’s for a reason. a few reasons, actually. this new project is taking longer than I expected, but that might have something to do with me being a control freak and having no money. whatever it is, it’s very, very close and I’m very, very excited to show it to you. there’s some other stuff happening as well that I hope to be able to share with you soon, but because I’ve been bad about stopping by here [thank you, Tara for carrying the load], I’ll give you a little peek into happenings. this is for someone… -
tuesdays with tara – volume fourty eight
3 Jan 2012 | 10:07 am“Something must be wrong. You give me emotional artifacts that can find no purchase.” You were never going to stick. You just weren’t one of those. You were a temporary salve for me: a way to hastily dress a wound so as not to be bothered by it. You were cold and hungry on the side of the road. I was a blanket; a hot meal. For a time, it was sustenance. It would do. And it did. Until it didn’t. There are so many ways to hide. We can thrust ourselves headlong into certain disaster. It’s a chilling prospect, the inevitability of failure. How big can we make this…
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25 Frugal Changes You Can Make
23 Jan 2012 | 3:45 amFrom WiseBread.com Frugal living does not have to involve drastic changes; a few simple everyday changes can go a long way. Here are 25 changes you can make today and start living a frugal life without taking frugality too far. Read on .... This Website is Sponsored by The Herbs Place - Wholesale Prices Always On Sale Now * Online Catalog * Women * Men * Children * Essential Oils -
Finding Auto Service
23 Jan 2012 | 3:28 amFrom PTMoney.com One of my least favorite things to do in life is deal with my car. Not because of the car itself. Because of the people I have to deal with when it comes to buying or repairing cars. Car salesmen and mechanics are two of the least trusted professions. I just have a hard time placing my full trust in them. It’s also possible that I have an unreasonable understanding of what it should cost to maintain a car past 100,000 miles. So when our car’s maintenance light came on the other day, I prayed that it would just be an oil change needed. Read on .... This Website is… -
9 Ways to Help Clothes Last Longer
23 Jan 2012 | 2:57 amFrom MSN Money As an avid thrift shopper, I see firsthand the wreckage that bad laundry habits cause. The extra large virgin wool sweater that barely survives the dryer as size 3T, the nice white cotton shirt that met an early death from a red wine stain -- these are all preventable tragedies. Since we spend some serious cash on our clothes from time to time, let's make them last by exploring a few defensive measures we can take in the laundry room. Read the entire article. This Website is Sponsored by The Herbs Place - Wholesale Prices Always On Sale Now * Online Catalog * Women * Men *… -
USPS Postal Rate Increase
17 Jan 2012 | 9:33 amGet those Forever Stamps purchased before January 22nd! First class postage goes up a cent, but that's nothing compared to shipping rates: The U.S. Postal Service has proposed new 2012 shipping rates that are expected to start on January 22, 2012. The average increase for all shipping classes is 4.6%. Private carriers such as UPS and FedEx have already announced price increases for 2012. UPS announced they are increasing prices on ground and air shipments by an average of 4.9%. In September, FedEx announced it would increase rates by an average of 3.9%. The Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC)… -
4 Reasons to Stop Saving for Retirement
17 Jan 2012 | 3:49 amFrom Stretcher.com This introduction may run contrary to the title of this post, but I cannot overemphasize the importance of saving for retirement. If you are saving now, consider saving more. If you haven't started yet, you'd better get going. You can't start too early, and for the most part, you can't save too much. You may, however, be in a specific financial circumstance that justifies temporarily or permanently ceasing your retirement contributions. If you're in one of these four situations, then it may make sense to give your retirement account a break. 4 Reasons to Stop Saving for…
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How to Make Your Haircut Last Longer
27 Jan 2012 | 10:50 amSave money on your haircuts by making them last longer. With fewer cuts in the year, you can save money, from $20-$60, depending on the going prices in your area. For years, my husband and I got our hair cuts at less expensive places. -
Cute and Frugal Valentine Idea
26 Jan 2012 | 9:34 amYou can make Valentine's special without spending a lot of money on candy and trinkets. It really is the thought that counts, and you can make those thoughts shine and stand out this Valentine's Day. -
Inspiring Fiction for Frugal Living
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Gas Prices Go Up Again: How to Save on Gas
23 Jan 2012 | 8:16 amThree weeks ago, gas prices went up by 12-cents. Now, the news agency Reuters just released more discouraging news: The average price of gasoline in the United States rose again in the past two weeks, gaining nearly 3.5 cents to about $3. -
How to Eliminate Monthly Fees
20 Jan 2012 | 10:02 amSome monthly fees are a necessity, such as paying your rent or mortgage, while others can be eliminated without a great change in your lifestyle. Some necessary fees, such as insurance, may be able to be reduced with some research or a phone call.
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Toying with the World (Infographic)
26 Jan 2012 | 12:23 pmOf course it’s important to treat kids occasionally with the newest toy or the latest game. But as the economy sinks and money gets tighter, it seems to me these types of purchases are also some of the first to cut back on. So I’m extremely surprised that even as families would reduce spending on groceries and school supplies, our toy budgets swell: Americans reduced average supermarket spending by about .5% from 2009 to 2010 while in the same period, toy industry sales grew by 2%. I’m familiar with the temptation to overspend on kid’s toys. And I know the problem with… -
A Shift in Perspective: Micro-Budgeting to Big-Picture Finances
24 Jan 2012 | 3:00 amOne of my New Year’s resolutions was to simplify the way I budget. Over the years I have grown consistently obsessive over every aspect of my finances. It was beginning to become a problem. So after many months in a row of daily updates, fretting over the categorization of expenses (should paper towels purchased at the grocery store go under Household, or Food, or should I create a new Paper Products category – ugh!), I have decided on a new approach. Using Two Checking Accounts to Manage Big-Picture Household Finances From now on, I will simply have my paycheck split into two… -
America’s Pawn Empire (Infographic)
23 Jan 2012 | 1:15 pmIt’s hard for me to shake my prejudices against pawnshops. I can’t help but alternately associate them with George Lucas’ Watto and those Frontline episodes labeling pawnshops as your neighborhood drug money repository. Still, recession-era shifts in consumer attitudes are reinvigorating America’s formerly underground pawn economy and it’s worthwhile to take note of the swelling pawn empire: who’s borrowing, who’s buying and why? We all know that charging high interest rates on brokered loans allow pawnshops to cut great deals on just about anything, from high quality jewelry… -
The Anatomy of A Cupcake (Infographic)
18 Jan 2012 | 11:21 amWhen this gourmet cupcake boom took off a couple of years ago, I couldn’t believe it. The cupcakes I’m used to are home-baked, hastily frosted and pocked with thumbprints. And before my family discovered a local cupcake café, the idea of shelling $4 dollar for a lavender lemon verbena cupcake would have made all of us laugh. Now, we do occasionally find each other lingering on the Food Network’s “Cupcake Wars” (now into it’s 4th season). And I’ve only softened somewhat to the idea of cupcakes-for-purchase, but I’m definitely done holding my breathe for the cupcake bubble to… -
Save Money on Groceries by Being an Intentional Shopper
17 Jan 2012 | 7:11 amOver the weekend I stopped by the grocery store to pick up a few things. Since we were set on meats and produce, I found myself wandering the aisles more than usual – seeing what was on sale and checking prices of a few of our favorites. Before I knew it, my shopping cart was half-full, and I knew my trip to the store to “pick up a couple things” would likely cost much more than the mission name implied. So it goes when shopping without a list. $38! I spent $38 essentially on junk. Well, it wasn’t all junk, but the very large majority of it was junk. And by junk in…
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Target Photo Coupon - 20 FREE Prints
2 Jan 2012 | 10:07 pmGet 20 FREE prints right now at Target ! 4×6 prints are on sale for $0.10, PLUS use the new $2 off Target Photo Printable Coupon below: Buy 20 4×6 Digital Prints, $2.00 - (1) $2/20 Target Photo Coupon (photo category) = FREE Check out www.SavingQueen.com for complete details. -
Flintstones Gummies or Chewables - as low as $.32 at Target w/ Printable Coupons
2 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pmTarget Deal Scenario Buy 3 Flintstones Gummies or Chewables, $5.99 each - Use the (3) $2/1 Flintstones Vitamins 60ct+ Target store coupon found click here - AND use (3) $1/1 Flintstone Vitamins click here or click here or (3) $2/1 coupons found in the 1/1 SS insert = $9.97 Receive a $5 Target gift card from the cashier (unadvertised gift card deal - runs through 2/4/12) = as low as $.32 each with gift card Check out www.SavingQueen.com for complete details. -
Target - FREE Market Pantry Macaroni & Cheese
2 Jan 2012 | 9:48 pmMarket Pantry 6oz Box, Macaroni and Cheese, $0.59 - Target.com Printable Coupon $1/1 Market Pantry Macaroni and Cheese = FREE! Check out www.SavingQueen.com for complete details. -
Gaylord National's ICE! featuring DreamWorks' Merry Madagascar Review and $3 Off Promo Codes
27 Dec 2011 | 3:43 amIf you live in DC Metro area or want to get away for a quick trip, I highly recommend taking your family to see Gaylord National's ICE! featuring DreamWorks' Merry Madagascar. From Nov. 18 to Jan. 8, the DreamWorks Animation holiday TV special will be brought to life in an interactive world of colorful ice sculptures carved entirely from TWO-MILLION pounds of ice. Relive the story as you stroll through this amazing attraction featuring scenes such as how Santa and his reindeer crash-landed onto the island of Madagascar, and why Alex, Marty, Gloria, Melman and the wacky penguins must… -
Target - As Low As FREE Up & Up Cleaning Products
26 Dec 2011 | 9:27 pmClick here to print this new Target store coupon for $1/1 off of an Up & Up Cleaning Item (household category) Then head over to Target for one of these deals: -Up and Up Scrubbers, $.99 -Up and Up Ammonia, $1.19 -Up and Up Bleach, $1.64 (96 oz.) Minus Use the $1/1 Target Printable Coupon = As low as Free to $0.64 Check out www.SavingQueen.com for complete details.
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Suffering from Yard Sale Withdrawl?
27 Jan 2012 | 3:00 amYou can't do anything to speed up the arrival of spring, but you can start planning your 2012 yard sale adventures. Here are some sales that you'll want to put on your calendar: The Longest Yard Sales in the US Related Reading: My World's Longest Yard Sale Finds My TN52 Yard Sale Finds My Curb Finds Share Your Best Yard Sale Finds Photo © Flickr user jbcurio Follow on Facebook | Follow on Twitter -
Stop Making Excuses
26 Jan 2012 | 11:33 amSaving is an important part of the frugal lifestyle, but it's easy to put off. You don't have enough money; you have too much debt; you don't know where to start. There are lots of excuses that you could make, but none of them will put more money in the bank. So why not make this the year that you stop making excuses, and start saving? What's Keeping You from Saving? Photo © Erin Huffstetler Follow on Facebook | Follow on Twitter -
Blast Away the Winter Blahs
25 Jan 2012 | 10:14 amTired of the cold weather and long days indoors? Lift your spirits with one (or more) of these inexpensive activites: 1. Whip up a tasty dessert. 2. Start planning your garden. 3. Get more exercise. 4. Learn something new. 5. Plan your summer yard sale adventures. 6. Go after some freebies. 7. Set new goals for yourself. Follow on Facebook | Follow on Twitter -
Magazines Subscriptions for Less
24 Jan 2012 | 11:43 amGet your magazine fill without spending a ton (or anything at all). Here's how: 11 Ways to Save on Magazine Subscriptions Related Reading: Save Money on Books Get Free eBooks How to Make Magazine Storage Boxes Photo © Flickr user WordRidden Follow on Facebook | Follow on Twitter -
Meatless Monday
23 Jan 2012 | 4:25 amMeat prices keep going up, but that doesn't mean your grocery bill has to. Commit to going meatless on Mondays. Then, find other ways to save on meat: Meatless Meals How to Stretch Ground Beef More Ways to Save on Meat Follow on Facebook | Follow on Twitter
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Coupon Clipper Club – Get Coupons to Save Money
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Diabetes Clinical Study Opportunity
27 Jan 2012 | 4:54 pmDiabetes Clinical Study Opportunity If you qualify for a local research study, you may receive: Compensation up to $1,000 Free study-related diabetes medication Free confidential care from a local doctor Diet and exercise counseling See if you qualify for a clinical research study on diabetes. If you qualify, you may receive monetary compensation, free medication, [...] -
Cash for Gold and Diamonds
25 Jan 2012 | 11:38 pmCash for Gold and Diamonds Get the money you deserve for the jewelry you don’t need or want. Earn up to 2x more for your valuables. Shipping by Federal Express is safe and secure and paid for by them. Get your cash in as little as 48hrs after accepting their offer! Get all the details [...] -
Free Photo Editor
25 Jan 2012 | 1:48 amFree Photo Editor GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) is a freely distributed piece of software suitable for such tasks as photo retouching, image composition, and image authoring. It is a powerful piece of software with capabilities not found in any other free software product. It can be used as a simple paint program, an expert-quality [...] -
100 Free Business Cards
24 Jan 2012 | 7:37 pm100 Free Business Cards Use Coupon Code: – 100FREE for one sided cards and 100FREE2 for two sided cards Share this:
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Take a crack at using eggshells
5 Jan 2012 | 1:19 pmKeep or toss? You make this decision many times each week with a wide variety of items. Clearly, you can’t and shouldn’t save everything simply because it can be reused sometime later. A handful of bread bag twist-ties neatly contained with an intended purpose? Good. Dozens of plastic milk jugs shoved in the garage and saved without any specific purpose? A fine hoarding mess. It can be helpful to both your wallet and the environment to reduce waste. For example, during the holiday season, you probably bake and cook more with eggs. How often have you simply thrown away the… -
Use up leftover candy canes
5 Jan 2012 | 12:12 pmCandy canes are popular during the Christmas season. But once the holiday is over, these festively striped candy leftovers tend to get thrown away or sit untouched. With candy canes now being made available in a wide variety of flavors, rather than pitching them in the trash, put them to good use throughout the winter season. Here are a few suggestions: Baked goods: Crush them and simply toss them into your favorite cookie doughs. One reader, C.H. from Kansas, shares: “I threw mine into a batch of sugar cookies. Yummy! I didn’t change the recipe or time at all. Break the canes up… -
Seek out alternative uses for products
5 Jan 2012 | 12:05 pmLean toward buying products that offer alternate and multiple purposes. A few examples include vinegar, rubbing alcohol, witch hazel, baking soda and Fels-Naptha. This mindset can help you consider other household items that have alternative uses, so you can save money and be less wasteful. The first three reader tips share ideas for another multi-use product: Glad Press’n Seal nonfood use: My dad is recovering from knee replacement surgery and can’t get his knee wet in the bath. My mom says she has been wrapping it with the Glad Press’n Seal and it works like a charm. I… -
Be thoughtful when giving secondhand gifts
5 Jan 2012 | 11:54 amD ear Sara: What are your thoughts on giving secondhand gifts? I see many things my friends and family would like at thrift stores and I’m tempted to give some as gifts, but I’m afraid I’ll appear tacky or cheap. — Paula H., New York Dear Paula: It depends on what you’re giving and the person to whom you’re giving the gift. I give secondhand gifts to my immediate family because I know they will enjoy them just the same as brand-new gifts. Sometimes, I couple a secondhand gift with something new. You have to have the same thoughtful consideration when giving… -
Reuse egg cartons
5 Jan 2012 | 11:37 amEgg cartons are sturdy containers. If you’re used to throwing them away, save one or two and put them to use in your home, use them for gifts or donate them. Here’s how: Gift: Money can be placed in an empty egg carton (you can reuse plastic Easter eggs, too). You can use an egg carton to wrap other gifts, such as soft headbands or hair ties. One reader, Denise from Illinois, shares: “Give a year of socks to kids! January: White socks for starting the year fresh February: Valentine’s or red socks March: St. Patty’s or green socks April: Easter or spring pastel…
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Ripped from the forums...
31 Dec 2011 | 8:23 amI've been doing some work on catching up with the site over the holidays and I came across a bit of a rant in the forums from what I can only guess is an optician or the mom of an optician.Here it is:Free advice? Bad advice. If you only wear glasses at night, if you only use glasses for a computer or you can buy your glasses from walgreens then by all means buy them online. But if it's a prescription, for the love of god, get it filled by someone who is knowledgeable about the trade. If you don't heed this advice also do us a favor and don't bother going to a local optician to have your… -
Great Ongoing Deals are Back
30 Dec 2011 | 7:49 amWe've had a couple of our better ongoing deals go dark over the past few weeks.They're baaack!After a bit of housekeeping yesterday and helping a couple people get their orders straightened out, I got in touch with 39DollarGlasses and EyeBuyDirect about renewing their exclusive long-term discounts.Both were more than happy to do it.As you see over to the left, they're back in their rightful places. For those of you reading this on a smart phone, you'll need to click the "View Web Version" link at the bottom of the page to see.Here they are...With these available at GlassyEyes, there never is… -
50%-off Gift Vouchers at EyeBuyDirect
22 Dec 2011 | 1:53 pmI always love this sale. Getting a dollar for fifty-cents is always a good deal, and this one is better because the prices are so low and there are no headaches associated with whether or not thin or tinted lenses are included in the sale. These are the final days of the sale. Take a look!Holiday Gift Vouchers 50% OFF - spend $20 for a $40 voucher at EyeBuyDirect.com!ENDS SATURDAY! -
Thursday Deal Roundup
1 Dec 2011 | 10:09 amIs it December already? There are a number of sales this week and rather than post about each of them each day -- and have people unsubscribe, I figured it might make sense to aggregate things a bit.Here are the current sales today -- which may be added to as the day goes on.EyeBuyDirect has a 20%-off sale on frames. Click here and use code 'Day7'.Goggles4U continues to run two deals: $29.95 of designer frames, and a collection of free frames with highly discounted lenses. Click here and choose your deal.39DollarGlasses has a free shipping option -- that they've been running for weeks. You're… -
20 Percent off Progressives and Bifocals Today!
30 Nov 2011 | 9:56 amEyeBuyDirect continues the sales today with a decent deal on progressive and bifocal lenses. Today's my birthday, and I'm definitely getting closer and closer to having to pull the trigger on progressives. Hoping to get another 5 years out of the old eyes before that day though!For those of you already there, this is a great deal. I've set up a number of my relatives with bifocals and progressives through EyeBuyDirect. They've all been surprised and thrilled at the price and quality.Click here to check out this deal! Use code 'Day6'.If you're in the market for a pair, today is a great…
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One Year Subscription Budget Travel Magazine $4.17
27 Jan 2012 | 8:00 pmYou can score a deal on a one year subscription to Budget Travel magazine. Purchase this today at DiscountMags for just $4.17 when you use coupon code BARGAINBRIANA at checkout. You can get up to 3 years at this price. This offer expires at midnight 1/29/2012. Create your own Deal: Save up to 20% on almost every order at DiscountMags with coupon code BARGAINBRIANA at checkout. Magazines, especially at these prices, make excellent holiday gifts! Looking for a different magazine? Find additional magazine deals. One Year Subscription Budget Travel Magazine $4.17 is a post from… -
Free LEGO Club Magazine Subscription
27 Jan 2012 | 7:00 pmSign up to get a FREE LEGO Club magazine subscription for your child. LEGO Club Jr. Magazine will be sent to children who are under the age of seven or the LEGO Club Magazine will be sent to members age 7 and up. Check out the FREE Samples and Offers Page to find even more freebies. This page is continually being updated! Free LEGO Club Magazine Subscription is a post from BargainBriana. Check out this online and in-store Black Friday Deals! -
Get Fit Friday: Behavior Change Project (Week 4)- Try This!
27 Jan 2012 | 5:10 pmWeek Four Behavior Change Project Here are three things you can try this week: Journal: How do you feel right after your workout? And how do you feel after you clean up and have a chance to rest? Then, how to do you feel the next day? How is this different from the days when you don’t work out? - Try answering these right after you actually work out instead of how you ‘think you feel.’ You might be surprised! Ever heard of ‘Runner’s High?’ Ever experienced it? I never thought this would be something I would experience during my workouts… -
Maggiano’s: $5 Off Any Little Italy Entree (Printable Coupon)
27 Jan 2012 | 5:00 pmTake this printable coupon with you to Maggiano’s and you can get $5 off any Little Italy Entree Purchase. This offer not valid with any other coupon or promotional offer. Some restrictions apply. Only valid for dine-in or carryout orders. Coupon expires Wednesday, February 1, 2012. Craving more restaurant savings? Be sure to check out the rest of the Restaurant Deals for more savings! Maggiano’s: $5 Off Any Little Italy Entree (Printable Coupon) is a post from BargainBriana. Check out this online and in-store Black Friday Deals! -
Top Retail & Restaurant Coupons: Corner Bakery, Fazoli’s, Dress Barn, Kohl’s + More
27 Jan 2012 | 4:30 pmThe Top Restaurant and Retail coupons are brought to you from Surviving the Stores. You can find more Restaurant and Retail Coupons in past posts. Top Restaurant Coupons Bakers Square Coupon $2 Off Any Whole Pie (exp: 1/28/2012) Chevy’s Coupons $5 Off Lunch Purchase (exp: 1/31/2012) Cinemark Coupon Free Small Popcorn WYB 1 Large Fountain or Frozen Drink (exp: 2/1/2012) Corner Bakery Coupon FREE Power Panini (exp: 2/2/2012) Fazolis Coupon Free Baked Spaghetti WYB 1 Side Chopped Salad and Drink (exp: 1/30/2012) Quiznos Coupon $4.99 for 1 Small Sub, Cup of Soup, and Regular…
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Mighty Bargain Hunter
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How to save money on gifts for your spouse
26 Jan 2012 | 1:53 amNext week I’ll have been married ten years to the best woman in the world. (Yeah, I know — I’m biased.) We’ve gotten into the habit of letting each other know before we’re about to purchase something big — something that costs in the neighborhood of $150 or more. When I tipped my plans to get a rather expensive 10th anniversary gift, my wife thought that we had better uses for the money at this time. This leniency extends to other gift-giving occasions like Christmas, birthdays, and even Valentine’s Day. She lets me off the hook. But… -
Reusing paper towels?! Hmmmm …
16 Jan 2012 | 1:50 amWe don’t watch a whole lot of TV — and we only have basic cable anyway — so I’m not a regular watcher of Extreme Cheapskates on TLC. The first time I had heard of the show was through a video on MSN.com. This particular one-minute clip features four extreme cheapskate tactics: Cutting open toothpaste tubes to get at the last bit of toothpaste Sharpening the blades from disposable razors on the striking surface of a box of matches Pulling apart two-ply toilet paper to get two one-ply rolls Hanging up paper towels to dry Life is a giant exercise in opportunity cost… -
My two cents on Suze Orman and her prepaid card
11 Jan 2012 | 2:03 amSuze Orman needed to upgrade her leather jacket to a flak jacket tonight in a personal finance scrap match with personal finance bloggers over her new self-branded prepaid debit card. The Approved Card is her own personally-branded prepaid debit card with what appears to be a decent package of tools and features. The downsides, as pointed out by PT Money, are a $36/year minimum fee and a less-than-clear path to using it for building or rebuilding credit. Some of the more outspoken posters got tweets back from Orman’s Twitter account. 20 and Engaged has a history of the… -
Yet another reason that lottery tickets are a waste of money
7 Jan 2012 | 2:08 pmIt’s often said that the lottery is a tax on people who can’t do math. It’s virtually guaranteed that you’ll lose money playing the lottery regularly, because the more you buy, the closer you’ll be statistically to the intended winning probabilities (i.e., losing more than winning). Even casting lottery tickets as an investment is flawed; Powerball tickets generate about am 80% loss, which dwarfs any year-over-year loss of the S&P 500 or the Dow. Let’s throw good financial sense to the breeze Let’s say that for whatever reason, you still buy… -
How much is my gold chain worth?
28 Dec 2011 | 10:46 amI received a question in a comment on one of my more popular posts that describes how to figure out how much gold jewelry is worth. Here’s the question: What is the dollar worth of an 18″, 14-karat, 14.38 gram weight gold chain? No formulas please. Before working out the answer, it’s important first to discuss the sentence that follows her question. She doesn’t want me to giver her formulas. She just wants an answer to her question. Customers in general are more than welcome to ask for whatever they want. I don’t fault her for just wanting an answer. I…
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so you wannabee a Domestik Goddess?
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Futurama Amigurumi
10 Jan 2012 | 11:07 pmFuturama and amigurumi go together like… like mac and cheese… like Sheldon and Leonard… like a rose tatt and advanced calculus, baby! Just take a look at some of these (free) original crochet patterns by crafty Futurama fans, and see how long you can resist grabbing a hook and yarn to make your own! Bender Bending Rodríguez – Amigurumi Bending Unit 22 Futurama’s cranky robot Bender is not an easy character to capture in crochet — appropriately enough — but this free Bender amigurumi pattern from Stitch is well worth the challenge. It would be fun to… -
Driftwood Horses
28 Nov 2011 | 9:23 amBeachcombing, a few years back, my friend found a piece of driftwood that looked exactly like three horses’ heads rising from the waves. Very cool. But that’s nothing compared to the driftwood horses of artists Matt Torrens, Heather Jansch, and Deborah Butterfield. The differences between the artists’ interpretations of “driftwood horse” are striking, but all have achieved a remarkable combination of driftwood’s naturally weathered graceful lines with the powerful majesty of the equine form. Matt Torrens Born and raised in Calgary, Alberta (“Cow… -
Weird Kitchen Science and Dancing Dinners
25 Nov 2011 | 1:25 pmFood is an adventure in science, as any intuitive cook well knows. But sometimes the science can get just a teensy bit weird, as in the Japanese seafood delicacy known as Odori-Don, or “dancing squid bowl,” a trendy variation on a traditional dish of Hakodate, Japan. If you haven’t seen the action-packed video, here you go — Dancing Squid Bowl a.k.a. Dancing Zombie Squid: No worries, the squid is not alive. It’s not even merely among the undead… sort of… Food Japan.net shares this tasty tidbit of background: Although standard ika-don (squid rice bowl)… -
Build Your Block in Pillows
17 Nov 2011 | 2:30 pmPicture your living space. OK? Now picture this: Photographs of real buildings, printed on throw pillows. Line ‘em up along the back of your couch, on a windowseat, or on your day bed (fantastic dorm decor!). There! You’ve got a one-of-a-kind streetscape to style up an uninspiring urban vista. I love love love all of the imaginative architecture-photo pillows from BuildYourBlock.And the Brooklyn-based company just dropped word they’ve just come out with a Christmas theme collection, all little wreaths and Park Avenue glamour with a touch of nostalgia. (OK, imagine if a throw… -
25 Ways to Wear a Scarf
11 Nov 2011 | 11:48 pmNothing can jazz up a simple outfit like the perfect scarf. And now we’re into the chilly season, the creatively flipped or knotted scarf is more than a mere fashion accessory. Even a filmy little nothing of a 50s-style chiffon scarf can keep those unpleasant drafts off your neck, while it’s pulling your look together. Ah, but how do you wear a scarf right — so the local fashionistas don’t point and laugh? Solution: A quick instructional video that shows you how to wear a scarf 25 different ways… Yes, twenty-five. Granted, an argument could be made that three or…
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Zlittle Saving with Style
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Fashion By The Creek
26 Jan 2012 | 8:00 amOutfit Details: - Merona ( Sleeveless): $4.94 (GWS) - Banana Republic (Long Sleeves):$4.94 (GWS) - Forever 21 (Capri): $4.94 (GWS) - Rudolf Dassler by Puma (Boots): $4.94 (GWS) - Old Navy (Sweater): $15 - Necklace (gift from my sister in-law) - Candies (bangles) : $10 (for both) note: GWS (Goodwill Store) There’s a river not far away from our house and a creek leading in called Sope Creek. Located in by a certain area of the creek is the ruins of an old paper mill. It was run by Marietta Paper Mills, incorporated on December 19, 1859. This mill used to supply paper for Confederate… -
Birthday On Chinese New Year 2012
23 Jan 2012 | 9:00 amToday is my birthday and it coincides with the Chinese New Year 2012. It’s the year of the Dragon. I’m not Chinese but because today is my birthday, why not celebrate it as well? I found this dragon long sleeved shirt at Goodwill and I think it would be perfect for my birthday for the Dragon Year. It seemed like it was meant to be. I hope this year will be my lucky year :) -We stopped by the Chinese Mall after church and snapped this pic. Instead of the girl with the dragon tattoo, I officially said I’m a girl with the dragon shirt Happy Birthday To Me! Happy Birthday… -
Birthday From Frugal Eyes
23 Jan 2012 | 8:00 amToday is my birthday! For me, a birthday is not something I celebrate too commercially. I love it when people remember my birthday. Don’t you feel good when people think about you on your birthday? I’m not a gift-demanding person either. I just don’t like to make other people feel obligated to give me a surprise or to stress out thinking of what the best gift is to give me. Especially for men, deciding what gift to give can be challenging right? You give the wrong gift, your woman will be offended. You give a cheap gift, your woman thinks you are not valuing her. -
Frugal Odd Way to Get A Free Camera
19 Jan 2012 | 7:00 amYou just can’t imagine how open your life is to the world in this information age. Once you access the Internet and share your information a bit, it seems to spread. I am sad to think of how easy it is for someone to get access to your personal data and dance all over your life without you knowing it-all your information, your credit card number, address, etc. This is my story… A week before last Christmas, I got a package at my door. It was addressed to me through amazon.com. I do have an account with Amazon and I had ordered a few things in the weeks earlier. I can guess but I… -
Summer Over Winter
16 Jan 2012 | 8:05 amOutfit Details: Kohl’s Personalize Necklace: $5 Forever 21 Sleeveless Top: $12 Victoria Secret Orange Long Sleeves : $10 Planet Gold Skirt: $4.94 (Goodwill) Aldo Chelini Mary Jane Shoes:$4.94 (Goodwill) Scarf (forgot the price) Don’t just stick to heavy and dark colored outfits in the winter. Make you winter outfit fun by mixing and matching with your summer outfit. That way it will seem like you have tons of clothes. Back to my country origin, Indonesia. We only have 2 seasons there, dry and rainy. We wear summer outfits all year long. There are no rules in fashion, right? As…
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ConsumerQueen.com- Oklahoma's Coupon Queen
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Want To Stay Up To Date With Save A Lot Ads Check Us Out Here
28 Jan 2012 | 3:47 amOK Here is the up to date scoop If you live in these states you are covered for Save A Lot Ad #1 The states listed will cover the cities with in the state. OK here we go Oklahoma,Texas,Mo so far we have the same ad. Now I am going to work on a Save A Lot #2 Different ad that will cover other states. Thanks and have fun shopping at Save A Lot.Princess Theresa -
Dollar General Weekly Ad 1/29-2/4
28 Jan 2012 | 1:56 amCheck out this weeks deals at Dollar General. This weeks ad is small Velveeta Cheese 16 oz $3.50 Use $.55/1 Velveeta Cheese 1lb or Larger SS 1/22 exp 2/25 Final Price: $2.95 Nestle Coffee Mate Creamer 15 oz 3.75 Use $.55/1 Nestle Coffee Mate Creamer Printable Final Price: $3.20 Tombstone Original Pizza 12in 21.6-23 oz $3.50 Cover Girl Lipstick $4.00 Use $1.00/1 Cover Girl Product P&G 1/29 exp 2/29 Final Price: $3.00 Clairol Nice 'n Easy Hair Color $6.00 Use $2.00/1 Clairol Nice'n Easy Hair Product P&G 1/29 exp 2/29 Final Price: $4.00 Bounty Paper Towel 1 Roll $2.00 Use $.25/1 Bounty… -
18th Street Deli Brand Recalls Julienne Salad
27 Jan 2012 | 6:13 pm18th Street Deli Inc., a Hamtramck, Mich., establishment, is recalling approximately 118 pounds of julienne salad products with turkey, ham and hard-boiled eggs. The salads contain eggs that are the subject of an FDA recall due to contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The salad products were produced on Jan. 20, 2012 and then distributed to retail stores in Michigan and vending companies in Indiana, Michigan and Ohio. The following products are subject to recall: [View Label] 9.25-ounce… -
ACME Fresh Markets 2 Day Sale (1/29 and 1/29)
27 Jan 2012 | 5:54 pmHere is their Coupon Policy Kraft 14-16oz Salad Dressings 2/$3 Use $0.75/2 Kraft Dressing Coupon from the 1/22/12 SS Final Price 2/$2.25 or $1.12 each Lean Cuisine 3/$5 Use $1/5 Lean Cuisine Entrees from the 1/1/12 SS Final Price $7.30/5 or $1.46 each Manwich $0.88 Use Save $1 when you buy Hunt's Manwich and Sara Lee Whole Grain White Wheat Buns from 1/8/12 RP Final Price varies depending on the cost of Sara Lee Buns (If you shop at this store tell me in the comments please!) -
Walgreens: Thermacare $8.00 money maker after rebate!
27 Jan 2012 | 4:22 pmPhoto Op: Thanks Wild For Wags! Understanding Register Rewards (RR) * Walgreens Coupon Policy Check your inserts this Sunday for a new rebate form from Pfizer. You’ll get a $10 Rebate When You Buy (3) Participating Pfizer products. Offer is good thru 2-29. The qualifying products are: Centrum, Centrum Silver, Centrum Specialist 60-ct or larger ProNutrients Omega or Fruits & Veggies 50-ct or larger ProNutrients Probiotic 14-ct or larger Caltrate Soft Chews 60-ct or larger Advil 40-ct or larger Advil PM 16-ct or larger Children’s Advil 4-oz or larger ThermaCare 2-ct or…
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Afternoon Links: Prep A Quick And Healthy Dinner
27 Jan 2012 | 2:29 pm• Master the art of resilience. (HuffPost Fitness) • Ways to prep a quick, healthy dinner. (fitsugar) • A quick fix for feeling down in the dumps. (The Stir) • Can you make your husband change? (YourTango) • How to handle your debt. (HuffPost Women • How to handle difficult people. (YouBeauty) • Vegetable cocktails you should try. (Organic Authority) • Health and fitness books you should buy. (Well + Good) Post from: Blisstree -
6 Reasons Why Your Period Might Be Irregular
27 Jan 2012 | 2:00 pmContrary to what you may be inclined to believe by the period-shaming media, your monthly flow is not embarrassing, not blue, not consistant, and often, not monthly at all. In fact, for most women, at some point in their lives, unusual menstruation is the norm–and that perfect, 28-day cycle is an illusive creature, like a hormonal unicorn leaping over rainbows of body-positive tampon ads off on the horizon. But even with that knowledge, when your period does something unpredicted, it can still be worrisome. I asked Heather Corinna, Founder and Executive Director of… -
Why Snooki Should Promote Exercise And Diet Instead of Zantrex3
27 Jan 2012 | 12:15 pmI’ve already written about how amazing it is that Snooki‘s new Zantrex commercial features the same music as Jessie Spano‘s caffeine pill breakdown. Now it’s time for me to have a serious talk about her new body and why I’m so bummed that she’s peddling diet drugs instead of focusing on all the other hard work she’s been doing to get healthy. Snooki has been showing off her newly toned (albeit badly photoshopped) body on Twitter since December, and she even appeared on Ellen reporting on her new—dare I say it?—healthy habits, like working out… -
Anti-Obesity Program Horrors: They May Cause Eating Disorders
27 Jan 2012 | 10:40 amA new poll says 30% of parents have seen at least one worrisome behavior in their children that could be associated with an eating disorder—and they’re blaming it on school-based anti-obesity programs. Of course, lowering childhood obesity rates is a good thing, but it seems a lot of school programs are taking a dangerous approach: Instead of teaching kids how to life a happy, healthy lifestyle through positive role models, they teach them how not to be obese. The difference—inspiration vs. fear—makes all the difference between controlling obesity and, it appears, eating… -
Obese Docs Less Likely To Diagnose Obese Patients
27 Jan 2012 | 9:50 amWhether a doctor’s weight interferes with his or her ability to diagnose patients is a question I would normally consider stupid and insulting. But new research shows this actually might be the case—at least when that diagnosis is obesity. According to a study published this month in the journal Obesity, doctors who were overweight or obese were far less likely to diagnose obesity than docs in the normal weight range. The study, conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins University, surveyed 500 doctors across the United States. Researchers found doctors with a ‘normal’…
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Frugal Upstate
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Frugal Skill List part 2
27 Jan 2012 | 10:18 amIt’s been a weird week here at the Frugal Upstate village homestead. . . First Princess was home sick, now Buddy is home sick. I’ve had to cancel and rearrange various appointments, errands and whatnot because I can’t seem to get everyone up, moving and well at the same time! But things are looking up. I woke up this morning without my back hurting for the first time in about 2 months-so I’m trying to stay off the computer (which I think is aggravating it) and avoid heavy lifting today to see if I can actually be better! So to keep it easy today rather than… -
Quick Tip: Powdered Gatorade
24 Jan 2012 | 3:20 pmI woke up this morning to find out that Princess was sick. She stayed home from school and, well, suffice it to say that after a while I decided that she needed to rehydrate! Now I didn’t want her just to drink plain water because she needed to replace electrolytes as well as the actual fluid. I also didn’t want to be gone for long since she wasn’t feeling well-so that meant a trip to the more expensive local “Great American” grocery store. (It’s about 6 aisles-and each of them is only about 200 yards long. Really) I bought this container of Gatorade… -
Menu Plan 1/23
23 Jan 2012 | 8:51 pmIt’s time for another Meal Plan! Let’s plan ahead, cut our chaos and make sure there’s tasty meals on the table for the family! This week is especially busy here at the Frugal Upstate “Village Homestead” 1. There is some sort of big appointment every day this week. I’ve got funeral luncheons to bake for, a social media club meeting to cook for and attend, a shift at the food pantry, a half day school for the kids (in the middle of the week. WTH?), a Dr. appt with a specialist an hour away, and a couple of client meetings. There’s dance… -
Don’t Let the Journey Get You Down.
20 Jan 2012 | 2:21 pmI am a woman full of plans. I have so many things that I want, need and would like to do every single day. I want to be a good wife, a good mom and a good friend. I want to grow more of my own food, cook from scratch and have a homey, attractive, organized and clean home. I want to help more at church, be active in my community and learn new things. I want to do crafts and projects just for the sheer joy of them. I want to, I want to, I want to. And yet some days I feel like I’m slogging through jello. I get to the end of the day and think “Dang! I didn’t get… -
January Grocery Benchmark
19 Jan 2012 | 1:05 pmWell despite the fact that I never published it last month I have still been tracking grocery prices for our Grocery Benchmark Report. I’ve decided to improve my format a bit. Each month I show the last two month’s prices on a set basket of “staple” grocery items. I price all items at my local ALDI store to keep things simple. These price columns are followed by a “Change, Year to Date” column (right now I’m just using my data from when I started recording in August. Once we are a couple months into the year I’ll switch it over to a true…
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Squawkfox
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Squawkfox on Reality TV: Million Dollar Neighbourhood
25 Jan 2012 | 12:59 pmIt was a hot summer’s day when I was invited to be a ‘Money Saving Expert’ on the new reality TV series, Million Dollar Neighbourhood. Set in Aldergrove B.C., Million Dollar Neighbourhood challenges 100 families and encourages the community to come together to raise their collective net worth by a stunning one million dollars. The show shares the real life struggles we all face when it comes to finances and family. The first episode called ‘Hidden Money’, aired January 22 on OWN Canada, and I was in it! You can catch all of Episode 1 online at OWN Canada |… -
Millionaire Teacher by Andrew Hallam
23 Jan 2012 | 5:29 pmThis is a review of Millionaire Teacher: The Nine Rules of Wealth You Should Have Learned in School by Andrew Hallam. I met Andrew Hallam by accident in my email’s spam folder. It’s a bad day when a notable financial writer (and a super nice guy) gets banned from my inbox along with thousands of cheap Viagra offerings. I have nothing against Viagra ads. Every month I spend a whack of time sifting through dubious drug company prices in the hopes I’ll find the golden email that got away. In Hallam’s case, I found three. THREE REAL EMAILS! That’s like a million… -
Beware of shrinking products with increasing price tags
12 Jan 2012 | 10:50 amBack in the 80s I had a strange fascination with Shrinky Dinks — the toy, not ‘the deflating disappointment’. Sigh. If you were a kid during the late 70s and early 80s, you too probably couldn’t avoid these plastic pieces shaped like Smurfs or superheros hiding in your cereal boxes and under your peanut butter jar lids. If you have no idea what I’m squawking about, I’ll briefly bring back the magic. Basically, you take your Shrinky Dink character, color it with a marker, and then oven bake it for like two minutes. The magic happens when that Dink shrinks to… -
Best of 2011: Top 10 Squawks of the Year
28 Dec 2011 | 8:36 amIt’s nearly time to close the books on another year of saving, spending, and money mumbling. Over the past 12 months I’ve squawked some serious (and silly) financial stuff, shared several sensible money saving ideas, and done my bestest to post things you’d (hopefully) like to read. It worked. After four years of blogging about money, Squawkfox.com has grown to over 31,000 readers and is now one of the bigger personal finance blogs on the internet. This is kinda scary, but mostly cool. Scary ’cause it’s just me over here writing, and cool ’cause so many… -
11 Last minute holiday survival tips for the stressed
22 Dec 2011 | 10:18 amThe malls are a mess and I find myself in the precarious position of needing a few more presents for under the tree. Translation: I’m a little freaked out. Now, I normally have all my holiday gift shopping planned and done by early fall thanks to my handy Holiday Expense Tracking Spreadsheet and a little thoughtful pre-planning. But after getting married, packing my suitcase, and heading off to Europe on a honeymoon (with Carl), I’m seriously behind this year. Maybe you are too. So I’m going through my holiday archives and sharing the most popular posts for those facing a…
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Northern Cheapskate
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Taking Steps to Get Back on Track
27 Jan 2012 | 6:10 amI’ve gotten sloppy. I haven’t been very careful watching my pennies (or dollars). I’ve been buying things without coupons. I’ve been eating out way too much. I’ve been lazy about my finances. I haven’t been doing many of the basic things that I talk about here at Northern Cheapskate. I believe the word “hypocrite” comes to mind. I owe it to my family and I owe it to all of you to be a better steward our money. I want to be the good example that you all expect me to be. So I’m taking steps to get back on track. I’ve been… -
Win a Progresso Souper You Prize Pack
26 Jan 2012 | 7:30 amOne of the things I struggle with when I’m trying to lose weight is lunch. I live in northern Minnesota, so I like a warm lunch. But I also need one that isn’t a gazillion calories. I’ve recently discovered Progresso Soups. There are 40 delicious soups with 100 calories or less, and they’re packed with hearty ingredients like pasta, beans, rice, meat and vegetables to help keep me full. It makes the long winters a bit more bearable when you have a yummy lunch to look forward to! And this year, Progresso is doing a little bit more to help you reinvent yourself in… -
Getting It Done: Creating A ‘Just in Case’ File
25 Jan 2012 | 7:30 amAs a stay-at-home mom, I tend to take care of the majority of the household duties. I carry the burden of knowing more than I ever wanted to know about my family’s bill paying, banking, and household operations. Late last year, my husband and I had a discussion about our finances, and our current arrangement. He told me that he wanted to know more about how the household was run… not just because it is smart to be involved with your partner when it comes to finances, but because if something ever happened to me, it would be tremendously difficult for him to figure everything… -
Start Organizing and Start Saving
24 Jan 2012 | 7:30 amThe following is a guest post written by James Lander Couponing.com. Our modern lives are fast-paced, frenetic, and chock-full of distractions. Eat, sleep, work, play, shop, sell—it’s all too easy to lose control of yourself (and break the bank in the process!) in this wild whirlwind. But if you put a little effort into keeping organized, you can save some serious money and mold your lifestyle into a much more manageable form. Here are some tips and tricks for organizing yourself rich: Reuse, repurpose, recycle. Get in the habit of using recycled containers to organize the items that… -
Free Lowe’s Build & Grow Clinic: Build-A-Saurus
24 Jan 2012 | 6:30 amYour child can make a cool dinosaur for free at the next Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinic. The free workshop will be held on Saturday, January 28 at 10 a.m. at participating Lowe’s stores. The first 50 kids to sign up for each workshop will get a kit, work apron, and safety goggles for free. Kids also get a badge and certificate when they complete their project. A parent must be present at the workshop with the child. Each workshop runs about an hour and is geared toward kids in first through fifth grade. Many of the projects are completed in much less than an hour. My boys have gone…
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remodeling this life
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2011: A Look Back
31 Dec 2011 | 7:31 amWith all the excitement about Christmas, there is no big day that sneaks up on me more each year than the last day of it. I woke up this morning to my 4 year old’s face pressed up to mine and he said in a very concerned and serious voice, “Mommy! Wake up! You have 4 eyes!!” And so began the last day of this year – a “year of dreams” we’ve called it around this house. A year that like all others was full of hard stuff, sad stuff, but lots of good stuff too. This year, my kids turned 4 and 7, I hit the big 33 and hubs is now on the downhill slide to 40. -
Don’t Try This At Home
28 Dec 2011 | 12:56 pmI had every intention of sharing some sort of year end wrap up post with you this week. I probably still will, but I can think of nothing at the moment but this, so that will have to wait. Yesterday, I almost burned my house down. My kids and I were readying ourselves to leave the house and I had eggs boiling on the stove. We have more backyard eggs at the moment than I know what to do with so I figured I’d boil 6 of them to make a big egg salad later in the day. As I helped my daughter with something in the kitchen (I still can’t remember what it was), I said to her “I need… -
Merry & Bright
22 Dec 2011 | 11:32 amOn a whim I decided to do a craft with my kids a couple of days ago. Doing a craft with my kids really ended up meaning I did the craft while they played outside then when I was done, they came in and showed off “their” craft to their daddy like they’d done all the work. The circle banner garland thingy was really fun and easy. Just paper circles sewn together to make a big long tangly twisted garland that I hung as best I could considering the tangly twisted part. Such is life, you do one little project that takes a few minutes and suddenly another project emerges. With our… -
On Messy Tables and Favorite Things
7 Dec 2011 | 8:12 amYesterday, I was honored to have been invited by Melissa at 320 Sycamore – one of my favorite blogs – to share my favorite things. You can find them here. While you are there – you have to also check out her kitchen remodel. But her post today is just awesome – you want diy reality?. I love seeing the real of our homes and lives. I always feel like I am the only one with insane messes all around my house while everyone else has a home ready for a photoshoot at any second. Speaking of messy – I am at Simple Mom today sharing about The Messy Table. Happy Wednesday! -
The 2nd Annual Christmas of Yes
5 Dec 2011 | 8:06 pmDo you remember last year’s Christmas of Yes? I’m doing it again. It is December 5th. My house is decorated, meaning my kids put up the fake tree that I bought for $11 5 years ago and say every year that I will get rid of it this year and we’ll get a new real or at least big tree but still haven’t done it. Every year, the kids take that ratty little tree out and they put the ornaments they made in preschool on there and some lights and some shiny balls and their eyes are full of wonder. And so a newer, bigger, real-er tree will have to wait. We also strung up some…
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Printable Coupons | Deal Seeking Mom™
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Kroger: Better Than FREE Kleenex Cool Touch
27 Jan 2012 | 8:30 pmKleenex facial tissue is part of the Mega Event at Kroger this week. There is also a coupon and catalina offer out that makes for free or better than free Kleenex. Kleenex Cool Touch, $1.49 Get $1 OYNO wyb 5 Get $1.50 OYNO wyb 6 Get $2 OYNO wyb 7 Get $0.50 off instantly wyb 10 participating items $0.50/1 Kleenex Cool Touch, exp. 1/29/12 (SS 01/01/12) $0.50/3 Kleenex Boxes or Bundle Pack, exp. 1/29/12 (SS 01/01/12) Better than FREE after double coupon, catalina and instant savings! Remember the Kroger prices vary by region. Check the prices in your store before purchasing. Renae is the Deal… -
FREE Crabtree & Evelyn 50ml Body Lotion Coupon
27 Jan 2012 | 8:00 pmVisit your local Crabtree & Evelyn store on February 15th to receive your FREE Advocado, Olive & Basil Body Lotion! Offer valid on 50ml sizes only, while supplies last. FREE Crabtree & Evelyn 50ml Body Lotion Coupon was first posted on January 27, 2012 at 9:00 pm. ©2008-11 Deal Seeking Mom™. All rights reserved. Use of this feed is for personal, non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact me at admin@dealseekingmom.com. -
Walgreens: Blink Money Maker and More Starting Sunday
27 Jan 2012 | 7:30 pmHere's a peek at what's FREE starting Sunday at Walgreens. Blink Tears Eye Care (.33 or .5 oz.) Get $8 RRs $1/1 Blink Tears Lubricating Eye Drops printable $1/1 Blink Tears or Geltears Lubricating Eye Drops, exp. 2/20/12 (SS 01/15/12) Better than FREE after coupon and RRs! Pur-Absorb Iron Supplement (28 pkts.), $10 Get $10 RRs FREE after RRs! St. Joseph Enteric Aspirin (36 ct.), $2 Get $2 RRs FREE after RRs! Stacy from Saving in Akron is the Deal Seeking Mom Store Expert for Walgreens. At Saving in Akron, she teaches her readers how to save more so they can live better. Walgreens: Blink Money… -
Market Pantry Frozen Vegetables $0.72 at Target!
27 Jan 2012 | 7:00 pmHere's a new coupon available that makes for a great deal on Market Pantry frozen veggies at Target this week! Market Pantry Frozen Vegetables (16 oz.), $0.97 $1/4 Market Pantry or Archer Farms frozen vegetable items Target printable coupons $0.72 each wyb 4 after coupon! (Thanks, My Frugal Adventures!) Market Pantry Frozen Vegetables $0.72 at Target! was first posted on January 27, 2012 at 8:00 pm. ©2008-11 Deal Seeking Mom™. All rights reserved. Use of this feed is for personal, non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of… -
Store Deals Updated: Albertsons, Dominicks + More
27 Jan 2012 | 6:30 pmThe Deal Seeking Mom Grocery Grab features the hottest deals from more than 50 grocery stores around the country. The following weekly matchups were posted today. Click on any store to see the best deals and follow the link at the end for the full list! The Home Depot Deals Week of 01/26/12 Albertsons Deals Week of 1/26/12 Dominick's Deals Week of 1/26/12 Festival Deals Week of 1/26/12 Jewel-Osco Deals Week of 1/26/12 Looking for another store? Click here for the alphabetical Grocery Grab list. Do you cover a store that's not on our list? Click here to apply as a Grocery Grab Contributor.
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Printable Grocery Coupons Blog 2012 | Savings Lifestyle
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Walgreens Deals: Sale Week of January 29
27 Jan 2012 | 10:15 pmNote: There is a print link embedded within this post, please visit this post to print it. There are several freebies this week as well as some other great deals! Be sure to scan your ad for complete sale/ad information in case there is something else you may need! Please let me know if you see any other deals, advertised or unadvertised. I will update readers as other deals are shared in the comments. The Walgreens Instant Value Coupons (IVC’s) are listed in the Coupon Database. From the Coupon Source dropdown, select “Walgreens Instant Value Coupons” and click search. You… -
Star Wars Sandwich Cutters with Tin, $9.99 Shipped!
27 Jan 2012 | 7:14 pmRight now, Willians-Sonoma has Star Wars Sandwich Cutters with Vintage Style Tin for only $9.99 shipped! (Regularly $29.99). Use Item Code 2489540 which includes two shapes and a vintage style lunchbox. Free Shipping is included. If you would prefer, you can get 4 Star Wars Vehicle Cookie Cutters for $9.99. Use Item Code 2920254 and it includes Free Shipping. My boys love Star Wars and these would be fun to cut their sandwiches or for making cookies. Disclaimer: This post contains a link to an affiliate. See my Disclaimer Policy for additional information. -
Free Kids Nook Book Downloads
27 Jan 2012 | 6:38 pmHere are a few Free Kids Nook Books that I found and downloaded to my iPad for my kids. I thought I would share so you can snag these freebies, too! Alex the Truck: Rocky Road by JD Riley Fun Facts About Pets by Seymour Simon Garbage, Monster, Burp by Tom Watson The Elephant’s Child: How the Elephant Got His Trunk by Rudyard Kipling When Cows Fly by Tom Watson Remember, with these downloads, you don’t need a Kindle or NOOK to read them. You can read on any eReading device or even a PDF reader! You can also download free software to read Kindle books or NOOK books on your… -
Lean Cuisine Catalina
27 Jan 2012 | 5:30 pmThere is yet another Catalina valid for Kroger stores! I just recently updated the Kroger Catalina + Promotion offers page. Wow, are there ever a lot of current Catalina offers! The details on the Lean Cuisine Catalina is as follows: Lean Cuisine Products ::: Valid 1/29/2012 – 2/11/2012 ::: Buy 4 and receive a $1 Catalina; Buy 6 and receive a $2 Catalina; Buy 8 and receive a $3 Catalina. Review What is a Catalina to understand how these coupons that print at the register can be even greater savings on your grocery budget! -
Taste of Home Magazine: One Year Subscription $3.99
27 Jan 2012 | 5:00 pmYou can pick up a 1-year Taste of Home Magazine subscription for $3.99 today on DiscountMags.com. It is on sale for $16.99 but drops down to $3.99 when you apply coupon code SAVESL. This subscription comes with 8 issues. I used to get this magazine several years ago and loved all the recipes. At this price, I may to subscribe again! You can always save 20% on MANY magazine titles at DiscountMags.com you can always save 20% off MANY magazines titles with code SAVESL too! I still have the deal on All You Magazine to pick up 24 issues for $30! Disclaimer: This post contains a link to an…
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GQ Magazine: 1 Year for $4.99
27 Jan 2012 | 11:06 pmOh – I love the deals where you can get a full year of a magazine for less than the cost of a single issue! Through 11:59pm (EST) January 28, 2012, you can get a 1 year subscription to GQ Magazine for just $4.99. Just head to Discount Mags and use the code: MOMSNEEDTOKNOW at checkout! You can also save 20% off almost all other titles at Discount Mags when you use coupon code: MOMSNEEDTOKNOW Get all the codes you need for your online shopping at my Online Coupon Database!Coupons.com l SmartSource Coupons l Red Plum Coupons l Drug Store Deals l Grocery Store DealsGQ Magazine: 1 Year for… -
Organic Coupon Roundup: January 27, 2012
27 Jan 2012 | 10:26 pmLooking for coupons for natural and organic foods? Here is a roundup of the best coupons available: :: Baking Hodgson Mill – 60¢/2 Baking Mixes (zip code 77062) Filippo Berio- $1/1 Olive Oil Fleischmann’s – 40¢/1 Pizza Crust Yeast Strip Steviacane – $2/1 Steviacane Canister Truvia - 80¢/1 Sweetener :: Beverages Melitta - $1.50/1 Coffee and $1/1 Filters Sambazon- $2/1 Superfood Drink Seattle’s Best Coffee- $1.50/1 12 oz bag :: Breakfast Great Grains - $1/2 Cereal Nature’s Path – $1/2 Waffles mix n’match or Granola Bars :: Dairy Goodbelly – $2/2 Quarts… -
Weight Watchers Magazine: As Low As $3 Per Year! (today only!)
27 Jan 2012 | 12:52 pmThrough 11:59pm (EST) TONIGHT (January 27, 20121), you can get a subscription to Weight Watchers magazine for as low as $3 per year. 1 Year subscription for only $4.00 with coupon code:MOMSNEEDTOKNOW 2 Year Subscription for only $8.00 with coupon code:MOMSNEEDTOKNOW 3 Year Subscription for only $11.00 with coupon code:MOMSNEEDTOKNOW 4 Year Subscription for only $12.00 with coupon code: MOMSNEEDTOKNOW You can also save 20% off almost all other titles at Discount Mags when you use coupon code: MOMSNEEDTOKNOW Get all the codes you need for your online shopping at my Online Coupon… -
Pepperoni Pizza Monkey Bread
27 Jan 2012 | 12:00 pmHere’s a easy to make bite size pizza bites! This would make a fun supper or a good Superbowl party snack! 2 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced 4 Tbsp butter 2 lbs pizza dough 6 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes (you’ll need ~48 pieces) 48 slices of Turkey pepperoni (from 1 package) 2-3 cups marinara sauce, warmed, for serving Head over to Blog Hungry to get the recipe and instructions. Get all the codes you need for your online shopping at my Online Coupon Database!Coupons.com l SmartSource Coupons l Red Plum Coupons l Drug Store Deals l Grocery Store DealsPepperoni Pizza… -
Shaw’s: Week of January 27, 2012
27 Jan 2012 | 11:39 amHere are the best deals and coupon matchups that I see at Shaw’s this week. Make sure that you check out Coupons.com, SmartSource and RedPlum for any printable coupons that you may need! New to using coupons or don’t understand the lingo? Get all the information you need to rock the deals on my New? Start Here! page. Bumble Bee Tuna, $1 $1/2 Bumble Bee Product (Recyclebank) Final price: As low as $0.50 each after coupon Chef Boyardee Pasta, $1 $0.50/4 Chef Boyardee, exp. 2/5/12 (SS 01/01/12 R) Final price: $0.75 each after coupon doubles Ken’s Dressing (8-9oz), $1 $1/2…
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Avon Regional Sales Executive Interview: Maria Sutej
27 Jan 2012 | 9:54 amMaria Sutej A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of interviewing Maria Sutej- Regional Vice President, Sales with Avon Products, Inc. Maria Sutej is a Regional Vice President in Sales at Avon Products, Inc. Maria leads a team of professionals with cross-functional skills and experience focused on defining short and long term measures related to achieving annual sales goals, and provides stewardship in the implementation of global business strategies. Maria began her career in 1983 joining Avon as a District Sales Manager. She quickly ascended through the sales ranks holding… -
21 Days To Rock Your Finances: Day 13: Creating An Emergency Fund
26 Jan 2012 | 8:26 amCreating an emergency fund is critical in being able to maintain financial stability. We often hear and read that creating an emergency fund is important but what’s hardly discussed is how to go about doing so. Let’s look at a few ways to create your emergency fund. Now if you’re thinking to yourself, how on earth will I do this if I am in debt or having financial issues? Let’s take a look at that: Getting Started: Cut back on spending-drastically. Everything that you do not need is extra and you don’t need the extra while creating the emergency… -
Is Graduate School Worth It? 6 Things To Consider Before Taking The Plunge
24 Jan 2012 | 9:36 pmI consider myself to be a student of life, however there comes a time when you realize that maybe going back to school may be the best thing for your career. A great education is priceless but for our purposes, let’s discuss a few things you should look at when deciding to take the plunge and enter graduate school. Cost This one is obvious. How much will it cost you to return to school for the total time in school? Will you take out loans or have you saved to cover all costs associated with returning to graduate school. Make sure that you understand the real cost of… -
21 Days to Rock Your Finances: Day 12 -Contact Your Creditors
22 Jan 2012 | 10:37 pmToday’s post in the Rock Your Finances series addresses taking yet another baby step around setting up your debts on paper or on a spreadsheet. The rationale for this is to to prepare yourself for the call to your creditors after you’ve devised a plan to get current and get out of debt. By listing your debts, you gain concrete information about your debts such as balances, interest rates and while devising a plan to become current if applicable. Then once you’ve laid out this information, you will then call your creditors to discuss your plan to get current when ready. -
21 Days to Rock Your Finances: Day 11 -Get Out And Stay Out Of Debt
19 Jan 2012 | 10:21 pmToday’s post gives you soup to nuts as it relates to getting out of debt! So if you’re in debt and need a strategy? Pull up a seat! Before we get started, it’s important to underscore the importance of this step. If you’ve been in debt for some time, you’re clearly reading this post because you want to get out, right? Ok, good! So let’s not sabotage your efforts by keeping those credit cards available to you. This is what I need you to do, and you can do one or all, it’s up to you. Cut up your credit cards and throw them away Put them all…
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Nature Moms Blog
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Emani Minerals Makeup
25 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pmI am not much for wearing makeup. I can count on one hand how many times I wear it in a year’s time. Mostly this is because I just don’t care for the feel of it on my face and also because the skin is a penetrable organ that can easily absorb any chemicals we put on it. Makeup is generally pretty nasty stuff, hence my reluctance to wear it. I am also so used to not wearing any that I cannot get over how “clownish” I appear to myself when I do. My resolution for 2012 to have more fun has meant going out more though… to places that require something other than a… -
30 Day Clean & Green Kitchen Plan
24 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pmCleaning the kitchen is one of those things that I know needs to be broken down into daily tasks but an actual plan of action seems to elude me. I always seem to get the bare minimum done… aka cleaning the counters so I can prepare the day’s meals or loading/unloading the dishwasher so we have clean dishes to eat off of. But cleaning the spray off the backsplash and stove, wiping down the walls, or cleaning up stray peas underneath the kitchen table… forget it! This year I totally planned to hire someone to clean the kitchen for me 2-3 times a month but contributing to our… -
Health Benefits And Uses Of Ginger
24 Jan 2012 | 11:40 amMost people think of ginger as the spice that is used in baked goods or Asian soups for it’s wonderful almost woodsy flavor. But, people in other countries have not only used ginger as a spice in their food for centuries, but for its medicinal benefits as well. While some of the health benefits of ginger are well known throughout the world new benefits of this incredible spice is being discovered all of the time. Here are some of the health benefits and uses of ginger. Ginger Tea For A Variety Of Ills Ginger is a wonderful digestive aid and tea made with ginger is used to help… -
Choosing Green Baby Gear for a Healthy, Happy Baby
22 Jan 2012 | 2:29 pmWhen bringing home a new baby, parents want to create a warm, loving and safe home where their child can grow and flourish. One way that new parents can help ensure the safety of their precious little ones is by choosing environmentally friendly products, which are free of toxins and hazardous substances. Bringing a new baby home can be a powerful motivator to go green and natural. Many parents decide to seek the greenest products they can find for their baby and look for organic cotton baby clothing, foods, and bathing supplies, since their baby is in such close contact with those products. -
January Conscious Box
20 Jan 2012 | 1:34 pmJanuary ‘s Conscious Box arrived this week. The theme is “Renew Your Intentions”. I guess it is fitting that so many of the products seek to provide help with health and wellness goals since that is usually tops on our list! I enjoyed this box but have to admit that several things in it did not interest me. Here is what it contained: Raw Rev 100 Chocolate & Coconut Bar – This was the first thing to be touched in the box and it was divine. It is raw, vegan gluten free and dairy free. It’s made up of fruit, seeds, nuts, and cocoa so it is grain free and…
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$5 Dinners
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Chili with Cheddar Biscuits {Smitten Kitchen}
27 Jan 2012 | 2:00 pmGenius photo. Genius concept. Genius recipe from Smitten Kitchen.Beef Chili with Cheddar Biscuits Click to learn how to spend less on groceries in 2012 with Erin's favorite money saving tools!Chili with Cheddar Biscuits {Smitten Kitchen} was first posted on January 27, 2012 at 3:00 pm. Related Recipes, Coupons and DealsBaked Chili-Cheese Dogs {On the Woodside}Lentil Chili {Butcher, Baker}It’s Chili Week!!! -
Sweet Potato Chili {Perry’s Plate}
27 Jan 2012 | 11:20 amPhoto Credit: Perry’s PlateOur family would l.o.v.e. this chili. We love all the ingredients…and combined it would be perfect! And easy, vegetarian one dish dinner Sweet Potato Chili Click to learn how to spend less on groceries in 2012 with Erin's favorite money saving tools!Sweet Potato Chili {Perry’s Plate} was first posted on January 27, 2012 at 12:20 pm. Related Recipes, Coupons and DealsChili with Cheddar Biscuits {Smitten Kitchen}Baked Chili-Cheese Dogs {On the Woodside}Quinoa Chili {Feed Your Family} -
Peanut Butter and Honey Popcorn-Sweet Winter Treat
27 Jan 2012 | 9:00 amAre you having a movie night and need a new spin on popcorn? Try this Peanut Butter and Honey Popcorn found over at Real Mom Kitchen. Click to learn how to spend less on groceries in 2012 with Erin's favorite money saving tools!Peanut Butter and Honey Popcorn-Sweet Winter Treat was first posted on January 27, 2012 at 10:00 am. Related Recipes, Coupons and DealsPeanut Butter Cup Krispies- Sweet Winter TreatOne Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie – New on OneDishDinners.comToffee Pear Sticky Pudding- Sweet Winter Treat -
Chocolate Chip Chili {Simple Bites}
27 Jan 2012 | 8:20 amPhoto Credit: Simple BitesI think this is one I’m going to have to try to believe it works! I’m ready and willing for anything if chocolate chips are involved Chocolate Chip Chili Click to learn how to spend less on groceries in 2012 with Erin's favorite money saving tools!Chocolate Chip Chili {Simple Bites} was first posted on January 27, 2012 at 9:20 am. -
Sunday Coupon Preview – January 29
27 Jan 2012 | 6:53 amWant a sneak peak at what coupons are in this Sunday’s paper?There is scheduled to be 1 Smart Source, 1 Red Plum, and 1 P&G in this weekend’s paper.$0.50/2 Dole Pineapple Cans 01/29/2012 RP Insert (exp 04/30/2012)$0.50/1 Eggland’s Best Eggs 01/29/2012 SS Insert (exp 06/30/2012)$1.50/2 Emerald Nuts, 9 0z+ 01/29/2012 RP Insert (exp 03/11/2012)$0.50/1 Fiber One Cereal 01/29/2012 SS Insert (exp 03/10/2012)$0.55/1 Hillshire Farm Rope Smoked Sausage 01/29/2012 RP Insert (exp 03/24/2012)$1/1 Kettle Chips, 4 oz+ 01/29/2012 RP Insert (exp 03/11/2012)$0.50.2 Knorr Rice and Pasta Sides…
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Menu Plan 1.23.12
23 Jan 2012 | 9:42 pmAnother day another dollar… I’m still finding my groove if you’ve been missing my {frequent} posts. I’ve slowed down on my blogging a bit while I figure out how to coordinate everything. Between my two part time jobs, two kids, and keeping the house from falling down and the laundry pile from growing taller than me, I just haven’t figured out how to stay awake long enough to get my posts on the interwebs. (: I’ve got lots of ideas and I think I have a plan in place this week for getting few typed up… so stay tuned. Need a planner? Use my printable… -
Wolfgang Puck’s Pasta Sauce – Review
18 Jan 2012 | 7:20 amYou know that when it comes to feeding my family I like to cook it from scratch. I buy very little food that would be considered processed. I don’t make my own cheese, crackers, and I still buy canned tomatoes and beans. I like to cook beans from dried and I have canned tomatoes from the garden with my mom, and I KNOW HOW to make crackers from scratch but time isn’t always on my side. I work away from home, and I like to make time to just play with my children. That is not to say that I don’t try to choose wisely when I do purchase pre-made items. I buy organic… -
Menu Plan Monday 1.16.12
16 Jan 2012 | 9:52 pmAn other week is underway. This one is a busy one! I have three days of work at the elementary school and a day of observations and meeting with my student teachers. That leaves one day – today to get this house in order and spend a little special time with my littles. I am tired just thinking about it! But, our meal plan is made and there are several quick meals planned so there will be dinner! Need a planner? Use my printable 2 week plan here} :: Monday Homemade Pizza with artichokes, grass fed hamburger, onions, & mushrooms :: Tuesday Beef Stew :: Wednesday Marinated… -
Menu Plan 1.9.12
9 Jan 2012 | 6:45 amWell, my first week back to work is under my belt. It is taking some adjusting. I’m more than exhausted after working away from home and still trying to maintain the blog and my household duties. It is do-able, I just have to find my rhythm. This is when having a meal plan is a life saver and an absolute must! I just don’t have time to think about it in the morning or worse, at 5 pm! Being organized helps me put a wholesome meal on the table even when the days get hectic! Need a planner? Use my printable 2 week plan here} :: Monday Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin Pot of White… -
Orange Cinnamon Waffles
5 Jan 2012 | 6:54 amThis was my last week of maternity leave and my first week back at work. On Tuesday, my last day home, I wanted to savor every moment I had with my littles. So, to get things started, Judah and I made some special waffles. My little guy loves to help me in the kitchen and one of his favorite foods happens to be waffles. I tweaked it a little substituting some of the self rising flour for whole wheat flour and you can’t even tell (but it is much healthier)! I’m trying to do more of this to get healthier grains in us. :: Orange Cinnamon Waffles 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1/2 cups…
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At The Point Of A Gun
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Video: "Turn This Ship Around"
24 Jan 2012 | 8:39 pmMark Oxner makes his political ad debut with this (Hat tip to The Other McCain):He's running against Alan "Gumby" Grayson in Florida's newly created 27th Congressional District. And any chance to keep Gumby out of the public sector, the better. P.S. I'm not saying it is but I'm not not saying it looks like a work of art by Film Ladd. -
Video: Zo And Libertarian or Liberal-tarian?
14 Jan 2012 | 2:16 pmZo hits the nail on the head with his video about Capitol 'L' Libertarians. I think many conservatives have a strong libertarian streak to them (small 'l'). Which is to say, "Stay out of my wallet and my bedroom". But the Large 'L' folks seem more about the free sex and drugs-atarian rather than someone who wants a smaller government.Thanks to Deborah. -
Video: DEA Agent Shows How To Unload A Weapon
8 Jan 2012 | 9:36 pmSure it might be the wrong way to unload a weapon in a crowded classroom but its the fast way. Not sure how he was able to carry on with the class after A): Shooting himself in the leg and B): With any semblance of authority on firearms. I think I might know how it happened. He cleared the cartridge in the chamber first by racking the slide (hence, re-loading the gun with the next cartridge) then he dropped the magazine out of the gun. Instead of taking out the magazine first then clearing the chamber. -
Top Five Worst Christmas Songs
24 Dec 2011 | 9:56 pmThe consensus is in, there is no arguing with it. The science is settled as Al Gore is fond of saying. Brought to you by the home office in Frankenmuth, Michigan.Number Five: Last Christmas by Wham.Last Christmas, she broke George Micheal's heart so this Christmas he is giving it to someone special. Someone special apparently is whoever it is that shuffles his feet in the bathroom stall next to him. Number Four: Grandma Got Ran Over By A Reindeer. It's just silly, sad and-- after the second time-- annoying as Rosie O'Donnell, Roseanne Barr and Joy Behar merged into one horrific creature who… -
Video: Trailer For The Hobbit
21 Dec 2011 | 1:21 amAn Unexpected Journey. Coming to theaters in December. Of 2012. I think most people should look up who exactly the dwarfs are before checking out the the movie. There are 13 of them, it would help to track of who is who.
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Stretching a Buck
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Canvas People | Free 8×10 Photo Canvas (You Pay Shipping)
27 Jan 2012 | 3:27 pmTurn your favorite photo into a FREE 8 x 10 canvas OR get $35 off toward any size canvas + free shipping. For the free canvas you do have to pay shipping, which appears to be around $15. Even with the high shipping, this price beats most other canvas companies I have looked at. Learn more and create your canvas here. Find more great freebies here. Coupons.com l SmartSource Coupons l Red Plum Coupons l Drug Store Deals l Grocery Store Deals Canvas People | Free 8×10 Photo Canvas (You Pay Shipping) is a post from: Stretching a Buck ©2011 Stretching a Buck℠ Media, LLC. Use of this feed… -
Gap Coupon Code | Extra 30% Off Clearance or Sale Items Today (1/27/12)
27 Jan 2012 | 1:43 pmToday only (1/27/2012) on Gap.com you can get an extra 30% off sale prices when you use code GAPFUN at checkout. Plus shipping is free on orders over $50. Thanks, Koupon Karen! Coupons.com l SmartSource Coupons l Red Plum Coupons l Drug Store Deals l Grocery Store Deals Gap Coupon Code | Extra 30% Off Clearance or Sale Items Today (1/27/12) is a post from: Stretching a Buck ©2011 Stretching a Buck℠ Media, LLC. Use of this feed is for personal, non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please… -
Kohl’s Coupon Code | Extra 20% Off Yes Pass
27 Jan 2012 | 1:28 pmToday and tomorrow you can get an extra 20% off your purchase at Kohl’s with their 20% Off Yes Pass coupon available here. Use code EXCLUSIVE20 to shop online. Valid through 1/28/2012. Thanks, Penny Pinchin Mom! Coupons.com l SmartSource Coupons l Red Plum Coupons l Drug Store Deals l Grocery Store Deals Kohl’s Coupon Code | Extra 20% Off Yes Pass is a post from: Stretching a Buck ©2011 Stretching a Buck℠ Media, LLC. Use of this feed is for personal, non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright… -
It’s Mega Swag Bucks Friday!
27 Jan 2012 | 1:13 pmToday is Friday which means it is Mega Swag Bucks Day! That means Swag Bucks is giving away upwards of 400,000 Swag Bucks today – and you can earn anywhere from 30-1000 for one search. What are Swag Bucks, exactly? They are electronic bucks that you earn for searching the web – something that most of us do every day right? You can then redeem these for items such as Amazon.com gift cards, Starbucks gift cards, Southwest Airlines credits plus more. Further increase your chances of earning bucks by referring friends, using the Swag Bucks toolbar, following the Swag Bucks Twitter… -
All You Magazine Subscription Deal | 6 Issues for $6!
27 Jan 2012 | 1:12 pmRight now you can try 6 issues of All You Magazine for just $6. That is only $1 per issue! I love All You Magazine and feel that the coupons found in the magazine each month more than pays for the subscription! I find All You to be full of practical tips and advice – all with your budget in mind. Learn more and take advantage of 6 Months of All You Magazine for $6 here. This offer is valid through 1/31/12. The February 2012 issue of All You has over $50 in coupons! Check out all of the great All You Magazine Coupons available in My Coupon Database! Coupons.com l SmartSource Coupons l…
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Sweethearts Candy Box Frame
27 Jan 2012 | 2:31 pmHere is a simple and sweet craft for your little ones just in time for Valentine’s Day. My son made me one of these last year and it has a permanent spot on the fridge. I cherish it and think it such a creative gift. Materials: Individual Sweetheart conversation heart boxes with clear, cellophane heart cut-out on front; enough for each child small photo of each child, strip of self adhesive magnets tape Simple Steps for Making a Sweethearts Candy Frame: Start with an empty box of conversation hearts (w/ the clear heart on the front) Take individual pictures of each child or have a… -
Freebies for January 27th
27 Jan 2012 | 8:30 amHere are your daily freebies: - Free Active Cell Renewal Night Serum at Bare Escentuals 1/27-29 – print this page and take it with you. - Yet another Tena sample is available. - Free Olay Regenerist Wrinkle Revolution sample today on Facebook to 10,000 of their fans. Not sure when this one will start… - The Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Facebook page will be giving out more free product coupons again today at noon ET. This will continue each day through 3/4/12. Limit 3 per household. Check out my previous freebies posts here. All freebies are while supplies last and… -
M&M Pretzel Coupon – Hot Deals at CVS & Walgreens
26 Jan 2012 | 8:56 pm$1.00 off one bag of M&M’S Pretzel. (9.9 oz. or larger) Use this coupon to get these for $1 a bag at CVS or Walgreens! I am sure this one will go fast… Pin itM&M Pretzel Coupon – Hot Deals at CVS & Walgreens is a post by "Deal"icious Mom -
Treasure Buddies DVD Coupon $5 Off
26 Jan 2012 | 8:43 pmThere is a new Treasure Buddies DVD Coupon available for $5 off the Treasure Buddies Blu-Ray DVD Combo Pack. Treasure Buddies is not released until 1/ 31/12 Pin itTreasure Buddies DVD Coupon $5 Off is a post by "Deal"icious Mom -
Snapple Coupon
26 Jan 2012 | 2:49 pmPick up a coupon for $1.00 off ONE 6-pack Snapple Tea Do you have a favorite flavor? Pin itSnapple Coupon is a post by "Deal"icious Mom
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Coupon Preview 1/29
27 Jan 2012 | 2:00 pmThere will be FOUR inserts in this Sunday’s newspaper – 1 Smartsource (SS), 2 Redplum (RP), and 1 Procter & Gamble (P&G). Head over to Sunday Coupon Preview to see a complete list of the coupons coming out! Some great coupons to look forward to: $2/1 Downy or Gain Unstopables or Fireworks $1/1 Hebrew National Beef Franks In A Blanket $1/1 Irish Spring Deodorant $1/2 Mars Valentine’s Day Product $1/1 Olay Bar, Body Wash or In-Shower Body Lotion $1.50/1 Pampers Diapers or Pants 40¢/1 Softsoap Hand Soap Pump or Refill Remember, not all areas will receive the exact same… -
Shutterfly: $10 Off a $10 Purchase + Free Card!
27 Jan 2012 | 1:00 pmShutterfly is currently offering $10 off a $10 purchase when you use the coupon code “HAIR10” at checkout! They are also having a huge 50% off sale until February 1st, so this is a great time to save money on customized Valentine’s cards and gifts. Plus, if your order total is $30 or more, you get free shipping with the code SHIP30 (offer ends February 1st). Additionally, if you are new to Shutterfly, you can get 50 Free 4×6 Prints when you sign up! Shutterfly is also offering a Free 5×7 Custom Greeting Card! Select the 5×7 card of your choice and use code… -
Free Kid’s Activities – Weekend of 1/28
27 Jan 2012 | 12:30 pmCheck out all the fun activities that you and your children can do for FREE this weekend! Groupon – Save up to 90% at restaurants and entertainment venues with Groupon! Recently there was an awesome deal on Laser Tag at Shenanaginz Bowling Center! Lakeshore Learning – Create a Cute Groundhog Puppet at Lakeshore Learning Store this Saturday (1/28) between 11 am – 3pm. Lowe’s – Build a Dinosaur at the Lowe’s Build & Grow clinic this Saturday (1/28) at 10 am. Walmart – Enjoy Free Samples at Walmart this weekend – enter your zip code to see which samples are available at… -
Amazon: Pop Chips Single-Serving Bags 24 pack for $11.33 Shipped!
27 Jan 2012 | 12:00 pmAmazon has a great deal on Pop Chips today – you can get Pop Chips 24-Pack of Single-Serving Bags in 6 Flavors for only $13.33. These are normally $31.99, so this is a great deal! You can get an additional 15% off when you choose subscribe and save, bringing the cost down to only $11.33 shipped. That means you’re only paying 47¢ per bag! It’s really easy to cancel subscribe & save. Once your order ships, go back to Amazon and click on “your account” in the top right corner, then “manage subscribe and save items.” Then you can cancel your subscriptions with a… -
Top Ten Restaurant and Retail Coupons this Weekend (1/27)
27 Jan 2012 | 11:30 amHere are the Top Ten Restaurant and Retail Coupons this weekend provided by Rachel at Surviving the Stores: Top Restaurant Coupons: 1. Cinemark Coupon Free Small Popcorn WYB 1 Large Fountain or Frozen Drink (exp: 2/1/2012) 2. Corner Bakery Coupon FREE Power Panini (exp: 2/2/2012) 3. Fazolis Coupon Free Baked Spaghetti WYB 1 Side Chopped Salad and Drink (exp: 1/30/2012) 4. Smokey Bones Coupon $5 Off $15 Purchase (exp: 1/29/2012) 5. Taco Johns Coupon Free Potato Oles WYB 1/2 Pound of TJ Baja Boneless Wings (exp: 1/30/2012) Top Retail Coupons: 1. Barnes & Noble Coupon 15% Off 1 Item (exp:…
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Friday Freebie Round-up (1/27/12)
27 Jan 2012 | 8:02 pm**NOTE: For all freebies offers, I recommend using a special “deals-only” email address and a FREE phone number from Google Voice :: FREE SAMPLES :: FREE 2 oz. Benjamin Moore Color Sample FREE Sample of Eucerin Calming Itch-Relief Lotion (after you watch video) FREE Sample of Carefree Acti-Fresh Liners FREE Sample of AcneFree Therapeutic Sulfur Mask FREE Sample of BiProUSA Whey Protein FREE Sample Pack of Invati by Aveda FREE Sample of TENA Pads FREE Sample Saturdays from Nordstrom FREE Sample of Marietta Max Drain Opener FREE Sample of Prilosec OTC FREE Sample of BCAA Stack Grape… -
Win Up To $100 Bonus Groupon Bucks When you Spin The Wheel!!
27 Jan 2012 | 2:18 pmI was just on Groupon this afternoon looking through the deals here in Dallas and I saw that they have a fairly new feature where you can “spin the wheel” to earn bonus Groupon bucks! Obviously it’s rigged so that only a percentage of people earn the bucks, but after 5 tries (you get 1 spin each day + 5 spins when you like their Facebook page) I got a $5 credit on the 6th try!! Keep in mind that you have to use the bucks that you win that same day and there are only certain deals that you can use it on (so make sure you are on your city’s page when you click to spin… -
Pet Coupons, Freebies & Deals Weekly Round-up! (1/27/12)
27 Jan 2012 | 1:53 pmHere is your round-up of the best pet coupons, freebies, and deals we have found from around the web this week. Just click each link below to view and print the coupon! : Cat Food Coupons : Blue Buffalo Coupon - $3/1 Blue Buffalo Cat Food Bag (when you compare your current food) Halo Cat Coupon - $3/1 Halo Grain-Free Spot’s Stew Bag for Cats Fancy Feast Dry Food Coupon- $1/1 Fancy Feast Gourmet Dry Cat Food 3 lb. bag or larger Fancy Feast Trays Coupon - $1/4 Fancy Feast Appetizers for Cats 2 oz. Trays Fancy Feast Medleys Coupon - $1/18 Fancy Feast Elegant Medleys 3 oz. Cans Fancy… -
Printable Coupon Round-Up: Snapple, Dole, Yoplait & More!
27 Jan 2012 | 11:55 amHere is a round-up of some of the best printable coupons that I’ve seen so far today: Evamor Coupon – Buy 1 Evamor Natural Artisan Water 32 oz. Get 1 Free Snapple Coupon – $1/1 Snapple Tea or Juice Glass Bottles 6 pk. Hubert’s Coupon – $1/1 Hubert’s Lemonade (when you ‘Like’ them on Facebook) Nescafe Coupon – $1.50/2 Nescafe Taster’s Choice 20 ct. or 22 ct. Sticks Packs, 7 oz. or larger Canisters, or Nescafe Clasico Dole Coupons – 75¢/1 Dole Fruit Jar + More Healthy Choice Coupons – $1/2 Healthy Choice 100% Natural… -
iPad 2 Case with Keyboard $24.98 Shipped! (Ret. $109) + Jawbone Bluetooth Headset for only $9.99!
27 Jan 2012 | 11:44 amIf you have an iPad 2 or know someone who does here is a great looking iPad 2 case and keyboard combo at 1SaleADay.com for only $19.99 + $4.99 shipping! The list price on this is $109, but I have a feeling that’s a just a tiny bit inflated. This does look like a great price though compared to what is on Amazon right now (there is only one that comes close at $29.97 with decent reviews). To view the deal head over to 1 Sale a Day here: iPad 2 Case with Keyboard Deal. Also, they have a great deal on a Jawbone Aliph Bluetooth Headset as well for only $9.99! ($49.99 on Amazon!) Both of…
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Duncan Hines Bakers Club (Special Surprise When You Join)!
27 Jan 2012 | 4:59 pmSign up for the Duncan Hines Bakers Club and receive a special surprise from Duncan Hines! This is according to Duncan Himes Facebook Wall: “We have a special surprise invitation we’re emailing out to all Duncan Hines Baker’s Club members in less than a week. It’s a secret, so we can’t say anymore. Join up now so you can get in on it! This could be some exclusive high value coupons or even an exclusive freebie offer. Sign up for Duncan Hines Baker’s Club so that you don’t miss out on this! Make sure to confirm your email address after you’ve signed up” I’m not… -
I’m Giving $75 To A DonorsChoose.org School Project! Will You Please Help Me Choose Which One?
27 Jan 2012 | 2:07 pmI am really excited to share a new project that I am working on with you! I am partnering with Savings.com and DonorsChoose.org to donate $75 to one of the projects listed over on the Donors Choose site. We are each going to put $25 into the pot and give it to the project that you and I will choose together. Trust me when I say there are plenty of really great and well deserving projects to choose from which is why I am asking for your help. After spending some time on the Donors Choose site I realized that I couldn’t make this choice alone. What is DonorsChoose.org? Approximately… -
Great Valentine’s Day Deal With FREE Credits! Custom Valentine’s Cards With Organic Lollipops!
27 Jan 2012 | 12:13 pmMy Litter has come up with a great way to use your FREE credits at Vitacost & Minted to get personalized Valentine’s Day cards & organic Lollipops! There are two really great deals available that we can combine today to get some very cool Valentine’s Day Cards! If you still have your $10 Vitacost credit I shared, you can use it to buy organic lollipops. Don’t have the $10 credit yet? You can still get a $10 credit if you are new from Vitacost! Buy the lollipops using your credit and then add them to the personalized Valentines cards you can get with your FREE $25… -
HOT Children’s Book Sale Returns!
27 Jan 2012 | 11:03 amYou can get this set of Classic children’s books for only $14.99, a savings of 55%! This children’s book sale was so popular last time it came around that it was sold out within just a few short ours! It’s back again but I can’t guarantee how long it will last. It says available through February 2nd or supplies last only. I have the most wonderful memories from the days when we would have a family read aloud! In fact I am seeing several books in this list that read in our home over the years. Includes: Mike Mulligan & the Steam Shovel Lyle Lyle Crocodile… -
FREE Food & Wine Favorite Italian Recipes!
27 Jan 2012 | 10:06 amYou can get a FREE copy of Food & Wine Favorite Italian Recipes!
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MAJOR Toy Manufacturer: looking for moms {earn up to $240 a month + possible FREEBIES}!
27 Jan 2012 | 4:44 pmGreat news! This sign up link is still working, GO NOW! ***MAJOR Toy Manufacturer: moms panel {earn up to $240 a month + possible FREEBIES}! Woo hoo, Valued Opinions is accepting new sign ups! In past months, they sent invites for a panel sponsored by a MAJOR toy manufacturer! The community is ongoing with monthly rewards (possible Amazon gift cards, cash) & the possibility to try new products! Amanda said: I’m already a member of this community. I was paid $60 by them this week alone! Don’t miss your chance for this or other opportunities! ***IMPORTANT: Be sure to click the… -
KRUSH: FREE products! Rate new apparel & earn free gear!
27 Jan 2012 | 4:15 pmLots of folks having fun with this site, & I must admit I love it too! ***Here’s a fun chance to score some free gear & apparel! Sign up for KRUSH (it’s FREE!) to preview & rate next year’s lines of gear and apparel from the HOTTEST brands! Predict what will be most popular & you can earn FREE gear & apparel! You’ll also be able to reserve and buy the hottest items months before they’re available in stores! ***Please note they are targeting folks between ages 18 – 30 only at this time, so please only sign up if you are 18 –… -
HUGE toy sales: Crayola, Melissa & Doug, Mega Bloks, Mattel & more starting at $4.99!
27 Jan 2012 | 3:55 pmHUGE toy sales: Crayola, Melissa & Doug, Mega Bloks, Mattel & more starting at $4.99! Some great deals on popular toy brands today! Prices start at $4.99 & there are lots of popular toys kiddos love! Head to Beyond the Rack (a daily deal site like Hautelook & Groupon) for their toy clearance! Hurry, go here: Beyond the Rack HUGE toy sales: Crayola, Melissa & Doug, Mega Bloks, Mattel & more starting at $4.99! is a post from Coupons and Freebies Mom ***Enter to win $100 Amazon gift card & brand new KINDLE FIRE! Click HERE! See our huge list of FREEBIES - click here! -
FREE $50 8×10 Custom-made Canvas Print (plan ahead for Valentine’s Day + perfect for your holiday photos)!
27 Jan 2012 | 3:25 pmPerfect for gifts (plan ahead for Valentine’s Day), snag a FREE 8×10 Custom-made Canvas Print ($50 value)! Great for grandparents! I have personally ordered this freebie & was impressed with the quality! It comes ready to hang! We’ve heard rave reviews from other fans who got this too! Shipping is $12.99 or $14.99 TOTAL to your house, which is amazing considering the normal price of this deal is $65 SHIPPED! Get the deal here: Canvas People FREE $50 8×10 Custom-made Canvas Print (plan ahead for Valentine’s Day + perfect for your holiday photos)! is a post from… -
FREE Swag Code #2 today!
27 Jan 2012 | 3:07 pmFREE Swag Bucks Swag Codes #2 today! Check the Swag Bucks swag codes page on our site to find the swagcode #2 location! Sign up for Swagbucks today & get 30 FREE bucks when you sign up here! Learn about new free swag codes when you follow us on Facebook & Twitter! ***Do you like Swagbucks? Try Surveyhead! Get $5 FREE to sign up FREE Swag Code #2 today! is a post from Coupons and Freebies Mom ***Enter to win $100 Amazon gift card & brand new KINDLE FIRE! Click HERE! See our huge list of FREEBIES - click here! Related posts: FREE SWAG CODE January 13 {8 swag codes today}! FREE Swag…
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Add or Enter Giveaways at our Tuesday #Giveaway Linky (01/17 - 01/23)
17 Jan 2012 | 9:06 amIt's that time again...Tuesday Giveaway Roundup Time! Come list your giveaways, contests, and sweeps for free...or...sign-up for some wonderful giveaways, contests, and sweeps!Don't forget to visit the other Tuesday Giveaway Linky's by clicking here!Or...use the list below to go directly to the various Tuesday Giveaway Linky's...CakeblastFrom PDX with LoveFrugal For My FriendsGiving & Sharing Reviews and GiveawaysGrammy Janet's PlaceHip Mama's PlaceHome Grown FamiliesMommy Has to WorkMoney Saving Tips & Offers by UFLMrs Nespy's Frugal WorldOutnumbered 3 to 1Reviews From the… -
January 16th Coupon Alert: Glade, Hormel, Smuckers, Nabisco, Athenos, Nivea, Colgate, and More
16 Jan 2012 | 4:53 pmGlade® - $3.00 off Glade® PlugIns® Lasting Impressions Glade® - $1.00 off on any Glade® Press & Spray starter kit Glade® - $1.00 off any Glade® Scented Oil Candle holder Glade® - $2.00 off Glade® Expressions Oil Diffuser Glade® - $0.55 off Glade® Premium Room Spray (9.7-oz) Glade® - $1.00 off on any Glade® Automatic Spray refill Glade® - $1.50 off TWO Glade® Scented Oil Candle refills Glade® - $0.55 off Glade® Carpet & Room Odor Eliminator Glade® - $3.50 off Glade® Sense & Spray starter kit Glade® - $1.00 off Glade® Expressions Fragrance Mist Glade® - $1.00… -
Tallahassee Coupon Alert: $5 Off Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Barnum Bash January 26th - January 29th
10 Jan 2012 | 5:46 pmRingling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Barnum Bash plays the Tallahassee-Leon County Civic Center January 26-29, 2012. All of our amazing acts are tricked-out for the circus party and are ready to perform wild feats of wonder and strength. The fun begins with a rockin' All Access Pre-show Party where party goers can learn fresh dance moves from Ringling Bros. clown DJ Dean, style in glitzy costumes, learn balancing and juggling skills, take photos with circus stars and get an exclusive backstage look at our exotic animals, only at Barnum Bash. Get your tickets today at… -
Product Review: Add Vitalicious Banana Choco Chip VitaTops to Your Christmas Wish List
14 Dec 2011 | 1:54 pmMy family is moving in the upcoming weeks and it has been complete chaos. I'm not complaining because I enjoy chaos, but my time has been dedicated to packing, packing, and more packing. In all the hustle and bustle of packing, I've been enjoying healthy snacks throughout my busy days and thanks to Vitalicious, I've also been completely satisfied after eating my healthy snacks.I was sent the new Banana Choco Chip VitaTops to review and this flavor was the best one the company sells. I've had almost every flavor and I've always loved the chocolate flavors...call me a sweet toothed person. Come… -
Got Inflammation this Winter? Try Natural Rx-Free Inflammation Relief from Nopalea
13 Dec 2011 | 10:58 amWinter is here folks and it sure is taking over the entire US quite quickly. Here in North Florida, the weather has been hovering in the 40's and 50's. This is cold for us! I could tell Winter was coming because my joints start telling me. Waking up is harder the colder it gets.Do you or someone you know suffer from inflammation and its related health problems like I do? I'm thankful it's just during the Winter months...and thanks to Florida, we don't have but a few. I recently came across a new product that helps with inflammation and joint related issues. It's called Nopalea.Nopalea…
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Giant Coupon Matchups: 1/27-2/2
27 Jan 2012 | 10:34 amThanks to Laura at Beltway Bargain Mom for bringing us this week’s Giant coupon matchups. Below are the highlights-click here for the full list. Heluva Good! Dip, 12 oz – $1.67 Use $0.50/1* Printable Coupon or buy 2 and use $1.00/2 coupon from the 1/22/12 SmartSource insert Final Price: $0.67 Yoplait Yogurt (excludes Greek), 4-6 oz – $0.60 Use $0.30/1* Yoplait Lactose Free Printable Coupon or Buy 6 and use $0.40/6* Printable Coupon or this Printable Coupon Final Price: FREE Friendship Cottage Cheese Fit to Go, 5 oz – $1.00 Use $0.55/1* Printable Coupon or $0.55/1… -
Free Cinnamon From Prepared Pantry-Just Pay Shipping
27 Jan 2012 | 10:25 amThis is a great deal! The Prepared Pantry is offering 4 ounces (about one cup) of free Korintje Cassia Cinnamon. Just pay shipping of $2.99. This is excellent quality cinnamon and usually sells for $6.49, plus shipping. It truly transforms baking with its rich and complex taste. Click Here to request your free cinnamon. Be sure to use code FreeCinn125 at checkout. The information is at the top of the page, and while you’re there, get two free e-books on how to make your own pancake mix, and their most popular “How to Bake” 250-page e-book. Free Cinnamon From Prepared… -
Retail Coupons: Ulta, Old Navy, Kohl’s, Rue 21 JoAnn, Barnes & Noble
27 Jan 2012 | 10:17 amBarnes & Noble Coupon 15% Off 1 Item (exp: 1/29/2012) Build A Bear Coupon $5 Off $25 Purchase (exp: 2/14/2012) Cache Coupon $25 Off $125 Purchase (exp: 1/30/2012) Dress Barn Coupon 20% Off Items Reduced 50% or More (exp: 1/29/2012) Fashion Bug Coupon $5 Off $30 Purchase When You Play Flutterbuy Game (exp: 1/29/2012) JoAnn Coupon 20% Off Entire Purchase (exp: 1/28/2012) Kohl’s Coupon 20% Off Entire Purchase (exp: 1/28/2012) New York & Company Coupon $30 Off $75 Purchase (exp: 1/29/2012) Old Navy Coupon 20% Off 1 Item (exp: 2/2/2012) Rue 21 Coupon 20% Off Entire… -
Restaurant Coupons: Quiznos, Smokey Bones, Taco Johns, Tumbleweed
27 Jan 2012 | 10:16 amBakers Square Coupon $2 Off Any Whole Pie (exp: 1/28/2012) Chevy’s Coupons $5 Off Lunch Purchase (exp: 1/31/2012) Cinemark Coupon Free Small Popcorn WYB 1 Large Fountain or Frozen Drink (exp: 2/1/2012) Corner Bakery Coupon FREE Power Panini (exp: 2/2/2012) Fazolis Coupon Free Baked Spaghetti WYB 1 Side Chopped Salad and Drink (exp: 1/30/2012) Quiznos Coupon $4.99 for 1 Small Sub, Cup of Soup, and Regular Fountain Drink (exp: 2/1/2012) Restaurant Gift Cards - 80% Off Restaurant.com Gift Cards – $25 Gift Cards for $2 (exp: 1/31/2012) Smokey Bones Coupon $5 Off $15 Purchase… -
Sunday Coupon Preview
27 Jan 2012 | 8:48 amYou can look for 3 coupon inserts this week: 1-RedPlum, 1 SmartSource and 1-Procter & Gamble. Inserts do vary from region to region, but this is what you can look for. Click here to see a detailed list of coupons to be included in the inserts. Sunday Coupon Preview is a post from: Mrs. Moneysaver
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Today’s $6 Target Trip: 1/23/12
23 Jan 2012 | 6:05 pmOh Target how I’ve missed you! I apologize for the lack of Target deals, but some days life and the kids get the best of me. And I recently took a trip to Las Vegas since my last Target trip where I won an award, so that definitely took precedence over my Target ventures. But I went shopping at Target today, and here’s the Target deals I got: Up&Up Paper Towels 99¢ - $1 off Target coupon = FREE Band-Aids 97¢ (trial size) - $1 off printable coupon (Facebook) = FREE Pop Secret Popcorn $3 sale - Free Coupon from Disney Movie Rewards = FREE Up&Up Dryer Sheets $1.37 - 75¢… -
Who else has a Vintage Merlin Game?
20 Jan 2012 | 5:30 pmI remember I was so jealous of my cousin London who had one of the first Merlin electronic games which came out back in 1978. I remember pouting because I wanted to play with her new toy so bad, but she told me (or so I thought she said) that they were meant “for a lonely child”. “I’m lonely,” I replied. “Only child,” she corrected me. Right then and there, I resented and wanted to kill my little brother. But I eventually saved enough money and invested in my own Merlin game. I loved playing Tic-Tac-Toe over and over and over again, probably because… -
Today’s $6 Target Trip: 1/04/12
4 Jan 2012 | 7:22 pmI ran into Target today while the kids were at the dentist getting their teeth cleaned, and this is what I came away with on my first Target trip of the 2012 new year! Market Pantry Mac & Cheese 57¢ - $1 off Target coupon (took off 57¢ on receipt) = FREE Oral B Power Toothbrush $2.48 clearance - $3 off coupon (P&G 1/1/12) = FREE plus overage Mentos Up2U single pack $1.29 - $1 off coupon (SS 1/1/12) = 29¢ Up & Up Drinking Straws 99¢ - 50¢ off Disposable Paper Goods Target coupon = 49¢ Glade Candle $1.48 clearance - $1.50 off 2 printable coupon =73¢ each when you buy two… -
200+ New Printable Manufacturer Coupons for January 2012
3 Jan 2012 | 3:46 pmNot only is it a new month, but a it’s a new year for lots of new printable coupons! Here are my top picks of the best new coupons from the major coupon sites for January 2012 – Be sure to print off any coupons that appeal to you right away, as most coupons have a print limit and may not be available to print if you procrastinate! Coupons.com (currently 130 different coupons) - 75¢ off Wet Ones (works on single packs) - 75¢ off Cheerios (several coupons for different varieties) - $1 off Totino’s Pizza Stuffers - 40¢ off Campbell’s Condensed Soup - 50¢ off All You… -
Kim’s Tweets of Treats this Week
29 Dec 2011 | 1:00 pmNew: 5 Money Saving Tips For Christmas http://t.co/UycqykRi 02:15:46, 2011-12-22 I just accidentally printed new printable coupons on Precious Moments stationary paper! http://t.co/4pQF9kAA Hope the stores take them! 07:21:06, 2011-12-22 Join DSW Rewards Program for Freebies from DSW http://t.co/NWS2uvDR 07:30:22, 2011-12-22 Kim Recommends: Amazon One for the Money Sweeps http://t.co/Cv095U79 via @eonlinesweeps 07:58:54, 2011-12-22 Got new satin bed sheets. Feel like I slept on a Slip ‘n Slide. 07:59:41, 2011-12-22 Are you a mommy-to-be or a new mom? Get your FREE @AmericanBabyMag…
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H&M sale, Dollar General coupon, and more!
27 Jan 2012 | 10:38 amDon't miss out on the HOT H&M sale!!! SimonQ錫濛è™ï£¿ / Flickr There are 29 coupons and freebies today. If you shop online, get a cash back rebate on every purchase through Ebates. Free to join! Don’t miss exclusive coupons we share on the BargainBabe.com Facebook page. “Like” us today! Freebie - Get a free sample of AcneFree Therapeutic Sulfur Mask by liking their Facebook page. This free is back! Freebie – Request a free sample of Hero Nutritionals Yummi Bears Sugar-Free Multi-Vitamin Gummies. Freebie – TODAY ONLY! Starting at 1 p.m. -
Friday Fun: Bargain Babe shows you how to fix your credit
27 Jan 2012 | 5:00 amThis is Bargain Babe’s – um – Captain Credit’s latest video with CreditCards.com. This time around, she shows you how to fix your credit in just three easy steps. She’s in full superhero costume! -
Boredom Busters, Travel Deals, and Reduce Your Rent
27 Jan 2012 | 4:00 amJim Bahn / Flickr I share five must read blog posts about saving money every Friday. Asset protection strategies – How to protect your wealth from lawsuits. (MoneyCrashers) Beat monotony – Fifteen frugal ways to battle boredom. (Wisebread) Shrink your rent – How to negotiate lower rent in your current apartment. (Free From Broke) Bargain traveling – How to book cheap flight and air travel deals. (The Digerati Life) Money matters - Setting financial goals for couples. (20 and Engaged) New airline rules – A new federal law allows consumers to cancel a flight… -
Ugg boot sale, Restaurant.com $25 gc for $2, and more!
26 Jan 2012 | 10:33 amUgg boots are on sale!!! UggBoy♥UggGirl / Flickr There are 33 coupons and freebies today. If you shop online, get a cash back rebate on every purchase through Ebates. Free to join! Don’t miss exclusive coupons we share on the BargainBabe.com Facebook page. “Like” us today! Freebie – Request the Atkins Quick-Start Kit and three free samples of Atkins Bars. Blockbuster – Get a $1 off any two movie rentals from Blockbuster Express. Enter promo code WINTERMOVIE through Jan. 29! Petco sale – ENDS TODAY! Get 20-40% off at Petco online. Discount on food, litter,… -
Reader gloat: Pier 1 Imports score!
26 Jan 2012 | 7:00 amReader Dianna scored big at Pier 1 Imports!!! mysudbury.ca - ouisudbury.ca / Flickr Reader Dianna scored big at Pier 1 Imports after using a coupon we shared last week on clearance items. She writes: Honestly, I felt like a kid in a candy store at Pier 1 last weekend. My girlfriend met me, and we roamed the aisles, several times. Most were on clearance. I was looking mainly for shell décor. This is what I got and the price I paid. The original price is not listed on the receipt, but I think I remember though. Handmade birthday card orig. $6.00 paid $2.80 Multi gem stones to scatter round a…
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Thrifty Baby Says Hello…
24 Jan 2012 | 4:07 pmWell, here he is: the reason for my silence these past weeks. (Although I’m sure it won’t surprise you to learn that the volume level in this house has been anything but silent…) Thrifty Baby was born on 3 January 2012, weighed in at 8lb 14oz and I fell in love with him immediately. I’ll write out his birth story in all its gory glory at a later date – right now he’s having one of his rare sleeps and I’m tapping away madly on this keyboard in a frantic bid to get this post written and published before he wakes up and begins yelling the place down… -
Happy Thrifty Christmas!
24 Dec 2011 | 2:34 pmWell, it’s a funny old Christmas here. If you are wondering why I’ve been a little quiet in recent weeks, it’s because Thrifty Baby’s arrival is imminent… late, in fact. This also meant that a few weeks ago it dawned on us (again, somewhat late – can you spot a theme developing here?) that we didn’t have much baby prep time left. So instead of making the house look nice for Christmas, we’ve been making the house look like this: DIY everywhere and lots and lots of laundry, as we rush to get everything ready in time. My giant bag of soap nuts from… -
Win an iPad 2 with CouponCroc.co.uk
21 Dec 2011 | 5:13 amI’d noticed that a few of my friends on Facebook had signed up to the CouponCroc.co.uk Facebook page and now I know why: the discount vouchers site has been giving away some fancy prizes. Last week it was a 42″ 3D plasma TV; now an iPad 2 has gone up for grabs: Apparently, as a blogger writing about this competition CouponCroc.co.uk will enter me into a special bloggers’ prize draw. Sounds good to me! In all honesty, to date there have been around 700 entries, which gives relatively good odds for a competition of this type, so if you’re on Facebook, the comp is… -
WINNERS: Cadbury’s Chocolate Hamper competition
15 Dec 2011 | 12:41 pmThanks to everyone who entered this week’s competition to win a Cadbury’s chocolate hamper and other goodies from Cadbury Gifts Direct. There were almost 900 of you! I wanted to announce the four winners as quickly as possible, so that Cadbury can get their prizes out in time for Christmas… The winners were picked using a random number generator. There were three winners who commented on the blog, and one winner who commented on the Miss Thrifty Facebook page. First Prize: Cadbury’s Chocolate Hamper The winner: Runner-Up Prizes: Christmas Treasure Boxes The winners:… -
COMPETITION: Win a Cadbury’s chocolate hamper – and other goodies
12 Dec 2011 | 5:40 pmThis short but sweet Christmas giveaway comes courtesy of Cadbury Gifts Direct, and the first prize is one of these giant Cadbury Christmas Selection Box Hampers: The hamper contains: 1 x Large Christmas Selection Stocking, 1 x Medium Santa Selection Box, 2 x Cadbury Treatsize Reindeer & Santa Character Cartons, 1 x Large Team GB Selection Box, 1 x Large Reindeer Selection Pack, 1 x Medium Snowman Selection Pack. But that’s not all… There are also three runners-up prizes: Two of these Christmas Treasure Boxes… …Plus a set of two Christmas Selection Stockings. To…
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MomsWhoSave.com Blog
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Valentine's Day Offers -- Custom Photo Cards and Photo Mugs
24 Jan 2012 | 1:21 pmHere are a couple of offers for custom Valentine's Day cards you can personalize with your photos and text. Also check out a custom photo mug offer. I recently made one for my son with a photo of his dog on it that he loved! Buy10 Valentine's Day cards, receive 10 cards FREE from Mixbook with code 10FREECARDS at checkout. Choose from Dozens of Fully CustomizableDesigns -- Then Add Your Photos and Text! Some of these designs may be suitable for things other than Valentines too. To redeem this offer, add 20 (or more) cards to your cart. Offer is good through 1/27/2012 (11:59 pm… -
Shape $2.99 a Year, EveryDay With Rachael Ray Magazine $4.99 a Year, and More Popular Magazines Under $5 a Year
23 Jan 2012 | 6:04 pmThis one has expired. Here's a quick special good only through January 25th: EveryDay with Rachael Ray Magazine Subscription, $4.99 with Coupon Code: 'EVERYDAY': (Up To 4 Years!) - Click Here Don't forget to enter coupon code EVERYDAY at checkout! I get this magazine, and it is full of great information--and not only about food! You can also get Shape magazine for just $2.99 a year with coupon code SAVINGS at checkout through January 26th. For more popular magazine subscriptions under $5 a year, visit Best Deal magazines. Subscriptions include Parents, Fitness, Better Homes &… -
Do Your Taxes, File Online, & Set up Direct Deposit of Your Refund FREE
21 Jan 2012 | 4:41 pmThinking about starting your taxes? Check out these two FREE programs. They'll walk you through everything to help you get your maximum refund (or pay the least amount possible to the IRS). They'll also e-file for you and set up direct deposit of your refund. Even if you haven't quite gathered all of your information, you can start with what you have and save it as you go, adding more until that April 15th deadline. (Note that more complicated tax returns will have a cost.) _______________________________________________________ For more great offers every day, check out my… -
$3 to $8 Off Children's DVDs and Toys with Printable Coupons -- Nerf, Baby Alive, Elmo, More
18 Jan 2012 | 10:29 pmMomsWhoSave always has hundreds of printable coupons here from Coupons.com, SmartSource, RedPlum, Coupon Network, Target and more!They always include coupons for groceries, baby items, and drugstore items from the most popular brands, but today there are also some valuable coupons for toys I thought you might want to print while they're still available.If you have birthday parties to attend in the coming months, these might be a good way to save on some gifts. Or, may-be you'll want to pick up one or more of these for Easter basket goodies. $8.00 off when you buy one PLAYSKOOL SESAME STREET… -
Personalized Greeting Cards 99¢ with Free Shipping from American Greetings (They'll Even Buy Your Stamp and Mail Them For You)
17 Jan 2012 | 9:44 pmHere's a great chance to get organized for the coming year and save money. American Greetings is offering all personalized paper greeting cards for just 99¢ with free shipping through 1/18/12. These are high-quality cards you can personalize with your text and includes some photo cards too. For much less than the cost of drugstore cards, you can create personalized cards for upcoming birthdays, Valentine's Day, anniversaries, graduations, and more. You can have them sent to yourself for free or have your cards stamped and mailed to your recipients--American Greetings will even pay for…
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Frugal & Fabulous
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Link Up Your Giveaways!
24 Jan 2012 | 4:30 amHave a giveaway going on at your blog? Link it up here! Feel free to come back every Tuesday and Link up at Frugal & Fab!Looking for more places to promote your giveaway? Click here for a list of giveaway link up sites -
How to Shop for Vintage Jewelry
19 Jan 2012 | 7:03 pmThere is no doubt that vintage is in. If we don't actually find vintage clothes, we find resemblances of such styles in new clothing handing in big box or department stores. Known for their clean lines, fun colors and patterns, and timeless beauty, vintage pieces simply make a wardrobe. In addition to vintage clothing, vintage jewelry has become incredibly popular. Due to their uniqueness and generally less expensive pricing, vintage jewelry pieces are a great way to jazz up any wardrobe in a cheaper way. Couples seeking to get married have even begun choosing to buy vintage. Whether it be an… -
Recipe Test Drive: Panera's Ultimate Mac & Cheese!
19 Jan 2012 | 6:38 pmI love mac and cheese so I was super psyched when Panera posted their recipe on their web site. I've never made a mac and cheese with American Cheese before, but it was really really good. As in, start boiling your water, you're making this tonight good :)Recipe (copied from their site):Panera Bread’s Signature Macaroni & CheeseAdapted by Head Chef Dan KishIngredients1 (16-ounce) package of rigati pasta (or other small pasta shells)¼ cup butter½ cup all-purpose flour2½ cups 2% reduced fat milk (or cream)6 slices white American cheese, chopped1 cup (8 ounces) shredded extra-sharp… -
More CVS Deals
19 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pmCVS Deal for this week: buy 3 Hallmark cards, get $3 ECB!What I Bought:3 - Hallmark Cards (@ $.99 ea) used B2G1F CVS coupon (from coupon machine) = $1.981 - Canister of Chocolate wafers (filler) = $.99Total: $3.21, paid with a $2.49 ECB and a $.75 ECB (adj to $.73), total oop= $0Received $3 ECB for buying Hallmark cards! -
Quick CVS Deals
19 Jan 2012 | 5:20 amHave you stopped in at CVS this week? Scan your card at the coupon machine to get these great deals:1 - Almay Mascara (@$5.99) use $3/1 Cvs Coupon = $2.99 (Free after ECBs)1 - Sally Hansen Quick Cleanup Pen (many others on sale) marked down to $2.62, used $2/1 CVS Coupon = $.62Tax: $.16Total: $3.77 (Used $3 ECB) total = $.77Received $3 ECB for buying Almay product!
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Domestic Cents
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Reflecting: 2011
31 Dec 2011 | 3:58 pmThis year, for Christmas, I made a gift for David and Chloe. We take many, many pictures but rarely print them – the curse of the digital camera. So I decided to make a 2011 album as a gift from me to them. It took many carefully planned hours of sneaking around to finish it. In those hours, with photos spread all over my kitchen … I got to relive 2011. More than once, tears welled up in my eyes as I remembered the many small moments of the past year. I saw beautiful moments between my daughter and husband and remembered the fancy dresses and wild tights Chloe insisted on wearing… -
Frugal Holiday Decorating
21 Nov 2011 | 4:58 amI am right in the holiday spirit. I love decorating and I’m already thinking about what I’d like to do this year. Two new ideas I’m looking forward to trying out: Popcorn-Cranberry Garland and a Balsam Door Swag. They aren’t new ideas but they are new for our family because we haven’t tried them yet. I’m excited to! As far as frugal goes – the popcorn-cranberry garland is only frugal if you don’t care that it is perishable, which I don’t. I have a hot air popcorn popper, so I can make lots of popcorn on the cheap. Cranberries are on sale… -
Fall Projects
3 Oct 2011 | 6:35 amWhen Fall rolls around I fall back in love with sweatpants, cuddle blankets, hot tea … and everything else cozy. I gladly set aside my flip flops for my cozy slippers as the floors begin to feel cold in the morning. All of the snuggling starts to get me in the mood for some knitting and crocheting. I don’t typically do either one during the Spring and Summer months. It’s not a rule or anything, I just usually don’t feel like it. But when Fall rolls around I start searching for my needles and hooks and scrounging whatever yarn is leftover from last winter. So I did just… -
Starting New Things
12 Sep 2011 | 6:00 amChloe is now in kindergarten. What a week and a half it has been. Many of you out there are remembering the first day you sent your first child to school and you’re nodding your knowing nod in my direction. Starting new things is exciting … and scary. For Chloe – all of this has been exciting. For me, it’s been scary. My house seems quiet while she’s gone and her toys don’t get scattered through our apartment. I miss her constant chatter and wonder what she’s up to many times per day. I’ve told myself over and over – I won’t be… -
Home Remedies
18 Aug 2011 | 7:21 amFrugal or not, I’m a fan of home remedies. I’d much rather run to my pantry than wait in a doctor’s office when one of us is sick. I’m not foolish – we make the trip to see the doctor when necessary and I don’t experiment with anything that could possibly be risky. That said. There’s not much that beats snuggling on the couch with a cup of hot tea when you don’t feel well – in my opinion. The cold and flu season is approaching. My husband was actually sick with a virus of some sort just this week. So I thought we could talk about some home…
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Frugal Luxuries by the Seasons
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Homespun Alchemy ™: Creative Re~Use and Garden Magic...Sort of.
11 Jan 2012 | 3:33 pmWe're sprouting new ideas all the time...." -Richard Cook Click HERE for full post! -
Abundant Wishes for a Happy and Blessed New Year to All! xxx000xxx
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Frugal Luxuries for the Freezer and...I'll be on a Radio Show Today (Saturday)...Call Me!
29 Dec 2011 | 11:04 pmClick HERE to read full post!OH!!! I almost forgot to tell you, tomorrow, Friday (12/30/11) and Saturday (12/31/11) I'll be a guest on Positive Living Radio show(s)!!! I would just love it if you could call in and talk with us! Here's the exact information about the shows that I stole from Patricia's website.Listen to Tracey McBride on Patricia Raskin Positive Living on Saturday December 31st 3:30-4:00PM ET on 630WPRO AM & 99.7 FM. Listeners can call in to the show at (401) 438-W-P-R-O (401-438-9776) or toll free at 1 (800) 321-W-P-R-O (1-800-321-9776) and listen live on… -
Kindling a Simple Christmas
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Day Four: Thanksgiving Progressive Dinner~Blog Style~Remains of a Thanksgiving Feast
6 Nov 2011 | 12:38 pmRemains of a Thanksgiving Feast: Classic Turkey~Noodle Soup!Click HERE to read the entire post!
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Frugal Luxuries™: Food
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Homespun Alchemy ™: Creative Re~Use and Garden Magic...Sort of.
11 Jan 2012 | 3:36 pm" We're sprouting new ideas all the time...." -Richard CookClick HERE for full post! -
Abundant Wishes for a Happy and Blessed New Year to All! xxx000xxx
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Frugal Luxuries for the Freezer
29 Dec 2011 | 11:11 pmClick HERE to read full post!OH!!! I almost forgot to tell you, tomorrow, Friday (12/30/11) and Saturday (12/31/11) I'll be a guest on Positive Living Radio show(s)!!! I would just love it if you could call in and talk with us! Here's the exact information about the shows that I stole from Patricia's website.Listen to Tracey McBride on Patricia Raskin Positive Living on Saturday December 31st 3:30-4:00PM ET on 630WPRO AM & 99.7 FM. Listeners can call in to the show at (401) 438-W-P-R-O (401-438-9776) or toll free at 1 (800) 321-W-P-R-O (1-800-321-9776) and listen live on… -
Kindling a Simple Christmas
23 Dec 2011 | 12:26 amI'm feeling very simple this Christmas...Please click HERE to read the full post. -
Thanksgiving Progressive Dinner~Blog Style~Remains of a Thanksgiving Feast
10 Nov 2011 | 9:47 amClick HERE to see how easy it is to use the remains of your holiday feast to create a delicious, nutritious...Classic Turkey~Noodle Soup!
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The Negotiation Board
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5 Biggest Negotiation Mistakes
4 Jan 2012 | 3:38 pmThe definition of negotiate is to reach an agreement or compromise through discussions. Negotiating can be applied to nearly every aspect of our life. Many times we don’t even know we’re doing it. Yet there are some very basic principles that if done incorrectly, will yield undesirable results. Don’t make the mistake of falling into these bad habits. 1. Being Unprepared. If you are going into a scheduled negotiation, you have to be prepared. Otherwise you will fluster easily, can lose sight of your goal and become easily duped. Take the time to write down what you… -
Negotiating With Your…..Dog
29 Dec 2011 | 4:02 pmYes you read that right. How to successfully negotiate with your dog. You don’t have to speak English (or be human for that matter) to be able to negotiate. In fact, it’s said that only 7% of the words we use in negotiations have effect. 38% is our tone and a whopping 56% is our facial and body language. Our canine companions will respond most heavily to tone and body language. Below are examples of basic negotiating terms and how they apply to successfully bargaining with your pup. COMMON GOALS The first thing to realize is that you and your dog generally have the same goals. … -
Negotiating an Insurance Claim
26 Dec 2011 | 2:19 pmYou never saw it coming, that SUV running the red light. And now you have a totaled car, a stiff neck and mounting medical bills. Then, the letter comes: The insurance settlement letter. And let’s face it, it’s low. What do you do now? What can you do? There are some things to keep in mind while negotiating with an insurance adjuster. HAVE A REASONABLE AMOUNT IN MIND What do I mean by reasonable? If you totaled your Mazda and are asking to replace it with a Mercedes, that’s what I would call unreasonable. On the other hand, if you sustained an injury that left you out of… -
Negotiating a Lower Cell Phone Bill
20 Dec 2011 | 3:54 pmWhat do texting fees, usage fees, data plan fees and minute fees have in common? The ability to give you a headache! Well, that can be true but I was thinking more along the lines of a cell phone. With so many plans out there and phone companies advertising like it’s going out of style, it can be hard to know if you’re being ripped off or getting a deal (especially when you’re looking at your own cell bill and seeing all the fees racking up to gigantic proportions). Surprisingly, you can negotiate with your current phone carrier. There are a few things to keep in mind when… -
How To Negotiate On Craigslist
15 Dec 2011 | 12:38 pmYou’d have to be living under a rock (or in Amish country) to never have heard of Craigslist. Craigslist is a great platform to find jobs, houses, people and buy/sell items. Especially now, when times are tough, getting a deal is incredibly important. And with an estimated 40.8 million users every month, there’s really no better place to peruse. So how do you negotiate with an unseen seller? There are many ways to go about it. Think of it as a 3-phase process. Phase 1- Before The Offer *Do your research. See what other people are offering your desired item for. This gives…
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Stretching the One Income Dollar
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What Does Your Future Hold?
27 Jan 2012 | 7:36 pmMany of us have a great interest in the mysteries of our future. Psychic Source is a group of screened and verified psychic readers, who are best in their area of expertise. There are numerous types of psychic readings available such as tarot readings, runes, astrology and more. The site features the various psychics’ specialities, so you can choose the one that matches your need.I was very happy with my experience and based on the introductions I listened to, I connected with psychic of my choice. I was surprised that I could ask questions about my health, money, family and so much more… -
5 Ways To Say “I Love You” For Less
27 Jan 2012 | 9:02 amValentine's Day is only days away, and many of us are probably still scrambling around trying to find the right way to say “I love you” to those who mean so much to us. However, roses, fine candies, and fine jewelry can all come with a steep price tag – ones so steep that they aren't always feasible. So instead of looking at the latest in men's rings or purchasing $100 worth of red roses, consider doing some of the following for an inexpensive Valentine's Day treat:Homemade CardsYou may think that homemade cards are for kiddos, but they can mean a lot to your significant other as… -
DiGiorno Countdown to Greatness Sweepstakes ( US only)
26 Jan 2012 | 4:30 pmI wanted to tell you about the DiGiorno Countdown to Greatness Sweepstakes on Facebook.The sweeps is a great opportunity to win some awesome prizes!Only a few more days left to enter for your chance to win a 65" TV, $5,000 in cash, a surround-sound package, a stainless steel fridge and free DIGIORNO® Pizza for a year. Now, get in there and enter for a chance to win before it's too late, the sweepstake ends at 11:59 PM 1/28! -
Valentine's Day Gift Guide:Gourmet Gift Baskets Plus a Giveaway
26 Jan 2012 | 2:06 pmShopping for your valentine for Valentine’s Day can be a difficult task, sometimes you just can’t decide what to get.Why not get it all with a Gourmet Gift Basket filled with their favourite treats- it is the perfect way to show your love. Give the gift of decadence or elegance with Champagne and chocolate suitcase filled with Moet & Chandon White Star Champagne, two champagne tumblers and many gourmet indulgences in a keepsake, sophisticated black suitcase. If your Valentine dreams of visiting the most romantic city in the world a Day in Paris gift basket featuring all the Parisian… -
Let Your Child's Imagination Soar With Wuggle Pets
26 Jan 2012 | 8:34 amWuggle Pets are winning the hearts of children and parents alike. Kids can create, personalize, collect and trade their Wuggle Pets to their hearts content. There are eight Wuggles to collect, each pet comes with a birth certificate, magic dust, personality charms, the zipper tool and fluffy softness, and, each order includes one fun filled factory to bring your Wuggle Pets to life. For birthdays, holidays or any other fun events the party pack, offering the full collection of Wuggle Pets offers the best value for the parents and kids. Alternatively a starter kit is a great idea for those…
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Cheapism Blog
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Weekly Update: Chocolate Recommendations, Cheap Birthday Parties, and more.
27 Jan 2012 | 11:10 amIf your post-holiday credit card bill came as an unwelcome surprise, check out the tips we posted this week on how to hop back on the frugal bandwagon. Learn about money-saving strategies and smart ways to plan for upcoming events (think Valentine's Day, birthday parties) that can help keep your spending on track. New Articles. Photo by John LooChocolate. Chocolate possesses qualities that many people find hard to resist -- and living on a budget is no reason to forego this indulgence. Our hunt for the best cheap chocolate turned up several high quality products, in bar and bonbon or truffle… -
10 Ways to Cut Costs on a Kids Birthday Party
27 Jan 2012 | 10:45 amIf you've ever seen the MTV show My Super Sweet 16, then you know about the parents who spare no expense to indulge their child's every desire for one birthday party extravaganza. And judging from our research, this kind of out-of-control spending doesn't break out just for the Sweet 16, but for every birthday party leading up to it. Yep, we read about a themed birthday party for a child turning five that included pony rides, a rented merry-go-round, giant inflatables, hired magicians, and, well, more, for a total cost that reached upwards of $6,000. Umm, as frugal consumers, we'll pass. -
January 27th Daily Deals - Women's Jewelry Deals, Retail Coupons, and more.
27 Jan 2012 | 10:15 amToday's daily deals include women's jewelry, retail store coupons, and more. Groupon: Groupon just released several new deals, including chocolates and jewelry for Valentine's day. Here are some of our favorites: Superbowl Party Platter ($49; $129 value) Swarovski Crystal Earrings ($19; $69.99 value) Personalized Love Coupon Book ($10; $15 value) See All Groupon Deals Best Buy: Casio Commando Mobile Phone ($0 with two year contract, $99.99 value) See All Best Buy Deals Ebay: Ladies Thermal Insulated Genuine Leather Gloves with Faux Fur Trim ($8.99; $29.50) 2.06 Ct Heart Shape Red Garnet… -
January 26th Daily Deals - Sony eReader Deal, Cheap Movie Tickets, HP Laptop, and more.
26 Jan 2012 | 10:29 amToday we found daily deals for a Sony eReader, movie tickets, a refurbished HP Laptop, a 10 piece bakeware set, and more. Ebay: Sony 6" eReader ($115; $150) Traveler's Choice 21" Expandable Carry-on ($29.99; $79.99 value) See All Ebay Deals Groupon: TY KU Premium Sake and Spirits ($65; up to 33% off) Movie Tickets to "One For the Money" ($6 for one, $12 for two) Noise Cancelling Headphones ($49; $129 value) See All Groupon Deals Best Buy: HP Pavillion Laptop (Refurbished; $339.99, $549 value) See All Best Buy Deals Amazon: Pioneer 5.1 Home Theater Receiver ($137.99; $189.99 value) Kaiser… -
Take the Frugal Month Challenge
25 Jan 2012 | 11:52 amIn this economy, most everyone is on a budget and looking for ways to save money. And while the holidays provided a festive reprieve from the daily grind, as a rule of thumb they aren't good for your wallet. With January comes the return to real life, which often means living on a tight budget. So here's our New Year's offering to you: The Frugal Month Challenge. Frugal Month. An article in The Washington Post: The Root DC that suggested a No Buy/No Spend Month to help clear out credit card debt sparked this idea. Here's how it works: Save money by going an entire month without buying…
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More With Less Today
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Coupons for Dog and Cat Products
27 Jan 2012 | 11:11 pmMy blog partner-taking a break Here are some coupons for dog and cat products for Fancy Feast and Purina pet food products from Coupons.com. Once you get to the website, you can sort by the type of coupons that you want to print from the list on the left side. There are many other great coupons available now. Get them now as the best ones can reach their print quantity quickly. Shopping for your pet online? At Petsmart.com, get 15% off your $100 order with coupon code 12P1EM3 now through 1/30/12.If you ever shop at Amazon.com, I would be grateful if you would use the search box to… -
What is BeautyMint? Is It Right for You?
27 Jan 2012 | 10:14 pmThis is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of BeautyMint for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. BeautyMint is a collaboration between Jessica Simpson and celebrity skincare expert Nerida Joy. BeautyMint asses your skin care needs via an online assessment with a questionnaire and then sends you a monthly skin care system customized for your skin issues and goals. This personalized unique approach to skincare was launched in October of 2011. Nerida Joy has over 30 years experience in the skincare industry, has been profiled in over 60 publications, is on the editorial board… -
Free T-shirt – Design One Today
27 Jan 2012 | 10:05 pmVistaprint has brought back their free customized T-Shirt offer. Just pay shipping and handling and a small fee if you want to upload a photo. You can really get creative with these T-shirts for gifts, teams, family gatherings, and even as an advertisement for your business, 1 FREE Customized T-Shirt! The T-Shirt is FREE, just pay for Shipping and Processing! Click Here to see your choices.If you ever shop at Amazon.com, I would be grateful if you would use the search box to find what you need.I earn a small commission which helps me to maintain this free site. You never pay more to… -
Restaurant Coupons and Deals for This Weekend
27 Jan 2012 | 9:36 pmGoing out to eat this weekend? Be sure and check this list of coupons and deals from Heather at BeADandelion! Bakers Square Coupon $2 Off Any Whole Pie (exp: 1/28/2012) Chevy’s Coupons $5 Off Lunch Purchase (exp: 1/31/2012) Cinemark Coupon Free Small Popcorn WYB 1 Large Fountain or Frozen Drink (exp: 2/1/2012) Corner Bakery Coupon FREE Power Panini (exp: 2/2/2012) Fazolis Coupon Free Baked Spaghetti WYB 1 Side Chopped Salad and Drink (exp: 1/30/2012) Quiznos Coupon $4.99 for 1 Small Sub, Cup of Soup, and Regular Fountain Drink (exp: 2/1/2012) Restaurant Gift Cards – 80% Off Restaurant.com… -
Coupons for the Mall and More Retail Coupons for This Weekend
27 Jan 2012 | 9:31 pmGoing shopping at the mall this weekend? Your Retail Helper has retail coupons to use to help save you more money! Ace Hardware – Facebook Exclusive Free bucket with $25 purchase Exp 1/31 Banana Republic Factory Outlet - 15% off $100+ purchase Exp 2/29/12 Barnes & Noble - 15% off one item Exp 1/29 Bath & Body Works - 20% off purchase Exp 1/29 Build-A-Bear – $5 off $25 Exp 2/14 Cacique - $25 off $75 Exp 1/31 Carter’s – Facebook Exclusive 20% off $40+ Exp 2/1 Children’s Place – 25% off purchase Exp 1/28 Children’s Place - 15% off…
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Common Cents Mom
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Tackling the Job Hunt
24 Jan 2012 | 9:57 amHelp Wanted © by 91st Customs™ 2012 This week I am tackling the job hunt. Last week my childcare services for the families I worked with all of a sudden were no longer needed as their place of employment was hit with large layoffs. So all of a sudden my source of income is gone. So this week I hit the job hunting trail running. I am treating my fulltime job hunt as a fulltime job, and if you are a job hunting so should you. What else am I doing, and how can you my readers possibly help me? 1. Attitude is everything. I am starting my day with gratitude for the small things that I do… -
Saving Money on Beauty: The Color and Cut
23 Jan 2012 | 6:30 amOn Friday I had my last day at work. I have been doing childcare since August, and then layoffs hit the families I worked with, meaning I am job hunting. To get my job hunt off with a great start I decided a new look would be good, because change is always good right? I had dark roots, as I hadn’t cut or colored my hair since October, so I was long overdue. I needed to do it on a budget. I think most of like to save but love to pamper ourselves still. So I saw a sale at Walmart on the Belle Color on just the shade I wanted to give a try. It only cost me $4.96 for the color which I did… -
Thrifting Thursday: The Perfect Winter Coat
19 Jan 2012 | 10:15 amLast week we began a series on secondhand shopping, thrifting. Today a reader shares her thrifting find. Christy found the perfect winter coat, and here is her post: a winter coat for $7 There isn’t a parent out there that wouldn’t agree that kids are expensive. There are always things to pay for and stuff to buy. And that is especially true when it comes to clothes. Kids never seem to stop growing. I have two girls. They are two years apart and so I have been able to recycle clothes. There are a lot of hand-me-downs for my youngest daughter. I try to keep budget in mind when I buy… -
Making and Keeping a Budget
18 Jan 2012 | 8:55 amBudgeting © by RambergMediaImages One of best things I ever did for myself was learn what a budget was and how it could help me. A budget got me on track and moving towards my goals. A budget today keeps me on track. So where to begin. Begin where I began. Know where you are at. You have to know what you have and don’t have. When I had to sit down and face my reality, it helped me to be more realistic. Track your habit for 30 days, gather up those bank statements, and look at what they are showing you. Do you notice any trends. If you are bouncing checks, not saving, not paying the… -
How Often Do You Quit?
13 Jan 2012 | 4:40 amHow often do you quit? Do you have that stick to it muscle no matter what? I have a confession. I am a quitter. The working hard on me muscle is something I havent used well in years. It is weak and it needs a lot of work. Recently another blogger talked about being healthy physically was just like being healthy fiscally. Boy were they right. Many of you who have followed my journey know I am trying hard to be fit, fiscally and physically. I have my 3 words for 2012: create, connect and cultivate. Part of the creating in the deep down desire to be healthier physically and fiscally. I am…
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Make it and Mend it
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Thinking outside the bin – the joys of upcycling
24 Jan 2012 | 12:52 pmI recently went to see Billy Elliott at the theatre. It’s a great play and there were some amazing performances, but one thing kept distracting me – the size of the bin in the kitchen. I’m not talking a super-duper stainless steel job that you can fit an entire family in as well as their rubbish, I’m talking a small bin not even as big as a wastepaper bin. What struck me about this tiny bin was how our habits have changed. Back in the 1970s when Billy Elliott was set, small bins were the norm. We didn’t have large bins because we didn’t have lots of packaging, and more… -
Create more space in the kitchen
23 Jan 2012 | 9:17 amA lot of DIY projects go on the back burner in winter because we feel cold, miserable and uninspired. But it’s the ideal time of year to give that kitchen a makeover and create more space so you enjoy creating those hearty winter meals… or getting the top off the red wine if you prefer. And the nice thing about getting rid of kitchen clutter is that you don’t have to be a DIY mastermind. Hang it all Declutter cupboard and surfaces by hanging things up. One of the most stylish hanging options is actually designed as a clothes airer. See the Lakeland option on the left. -
Get creative with old CDs and DVDs
23 Jan 2012 | 7:43 amWhether it’s their shiny underside or the diverse artwork found on each disc, your old CDs and DVDs are beckoning you to get creative. Here’s our Top 5 Alternative Ideas for those shiny discs that are no longer part of your viewing or listening pleasure. 1. Make a CD or DVD clock If you’re sick of looking at a boring black and white clock with the same boring numbers, spice up your day with a remodeled CD or DVD clock. The process is simple and you can buy small battery operated clock mechanisms online for as little as £4. Alternatively, you may have an old clock you’re prepared… -
Cutting the cost of health insurance
20 Jan 2012 | 11:00 amIf you’re looking to buy health insurance, keep in mind that the healthier you are, the cheaper you are to insure. And nothing keeps you healthy like a Make it and Mend it lifestyle. Whether you’re looking at private health cover because you have to – the US model – or you want some additional benefits on top of state provision – more likely in the UK – the cost will reflect how healthy (or unhealthy) you are, as well other factors such as age. Raised blood pressure, being overweight, pre-existing conditions – can all impact premiums, alongside… -
How to de-clutter your head
10 Jan 2012 | 2:08 pmThere’s always loads of advice at this time of year on how to de-clutter your house or your desk, but this New Year how about de-cluttering your head? That would make a good New Year resolution. XX One of the most common things people moan about is having way too much to do and not enough time to do it in. But all you need to do is a bit of mental de-cluttering. Just as unwanted clothes, books, bags and boxes can make your home feel messy and oppressive, so too can the weight of a lengthy and neglected To Do list. 1. Achieve more by doing less The magic formula for tackling this…
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Canning Made Easy: Apple Pie Filling Recipe for Quick Pies, Apple Crisp, Turnovers and More!
27 Jan 2012 | 6:58 amCanning. The thought of preserving fruits and vegetables in a way that doesn’t take up freezer real estate truly makes me happy. Canning also scares me a little bit. The thought that I could make my family very ill by a small error or omission on my part makes me tread very carefully when I decide to break out the Ball jars. I’ve been canning for about 5 years, but I’ve limited myself to time-tested and well-instructed recipes for tomato salsa, grape jelly, strawberry jam and, after I was presented with a big box of apples from a neighbor’s tree and a… -
Saving for Education, The Gerber College Plan & a $100 Target Gift Card Giveaway!
26 Jan 2012 | 6:00 amOur family’s finances are at the core of many of my thoughts every day. I feel that keeping a good handle on our money situation is big portion of my number one responsibility: to care for our two little ones. Some people may not fully agree with that philosophy, but following that principle keeps us out of debt, keeps our bills paid and motivates me to save money for our family’s future. My husband and I have an automated system that funnels a certain amount of money into our savings account each week. Just last year, however, it hit me that time slips away quickly, and we needed… -
10 Great Ways to Repurpose Baby Food Jars :: Storage, Crafts, Treats, Toys and More!
25 Jan 2012 | 10:08 amStarting a baby on solid foods can mean lots of baby food containers in the home. All those uniformly small jars just beg for something useful to be done to them! I found 10 ways to put those baby food jars to use again. These DIY projects range from crafty to tasty: The Rocket Globes shown above is a project that kids can do with an adult’s help. Make some homemade play dough, drop a few colors into several jars and make baby food jar party favors for a kid’s birthday! Put your homemade sugar scrub into baby food jars to give away as gifts. These small snow globes in baby food… -
10 Tips for Traveling and Flying with a Baby
25 Jan 2012 | 8:00 amWhile my most recent travels have been with a 2 and a 3 year old, I do have a little experience flying with a baby. I’ve heard horror stories, but, honestly, traveling with an infant was far more pleasant than I ever thought it would be. In a quick summary, the best part was everyone cooing and fawning over my baby while he slept peacefully in my arms. The worst part was hauling and keeping track of all the necessary gear while making sure baby was safe and happy. My own experience and the input of a few other moms prompted me to make a quick list of tips for traveling with a baby:… -
Giveaway! Shout Color Catcher with Oxi: How to Keep Red Dyes from Bleeding in Your Laundry
24 Jan 2012 | 10:31 pmBefore I had kids I thought I knew everything about laundry. I always sorted out our white clothes and washed those separately. My more delicate items and work clothes would get special treatment, and almost everything else could get washed together without any issues. Then I had a baby boy. A baby boy who looked fabulous in bright red clothing. I don’t know if it’s all red clothes, or just all the red clothes Haiden happened to wear in his first year, but it seemed that every.single.time I washed any red items from his wardrobe the dye would bleed onto other clothes in the same…
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Reader Interview: Katherine Martinelli
22 Jan 2012 | 8:00 pmSince starting this blog I’ve enjoyed interviewing a wide range of home cooks about their family memories and everyday cooking. Today I’d like to welcome food writer Katherine Martinelli. Introduce yourself! My name is Katherine Martinelli and I am from New York City, where I have lived most of my life. My husband and I moved to Be’er Sheva, Israel in the summer of 2010 so that he can attend medical school at Ben Gurion University. I am a food and travel writer and photographer and have fallen in love with Israeli ingredients and foods. I write about what I cook and eat… -
Tips on Baking with Whole Wheat Flour
18 Jan 2012 | 4:43 amWelcome to new readers who arrived from Grist.org’s excellent post by Jane Mountain on 5 Foods You’ll Never Have to Buy Again. Have you ever tried cooking with whole-wheat flour, only to find the results didn’t turn out as well as you hoped? Cooking with whole wheat requires some adjustments in planning and expectations. The first thing to keep in mind is that whole-wheat grains contain oil, which can get rancid. So check the date on the package, and always store all whole grains in the refrigerator or freezer. By the way, this is why whole grains are sometimes more… -
Peeling, Nothing More than Peeling
9 Jan 2012 | 2:32 pmThere’s nothing I love more, dear readers, than finding out a kitchen task can be skipped. And my favorite chore to skip is peeling vegetables. At least for now. The only vegetables my peeler has seen in recent months are carrots and the odd potato. (I know I could skip peeling carrots, but I don’t like the taste of carrot peels. Fortunately, my kids do the peeling. ) Peeling raw vegetables means throwing out a large percentage of your food, since the vegetable comes off with the peel. Try weighing a pound of potatoes before and after peeling. Un-peeling saves time and money. -
Lentil and Squash Casserole
3 Jan 2012 | 3:42 amLast week, I had to run out suddenly to bring my son somewhere right during dinner preparation hour. Fortunately my teens were home to take over. This recipe can be easily halved, but like most recipes with legumes, it improves on the second or third day so don’t be afraid of leftovers. I first learned about not peeling squash from Lorna Sass’s cookbook, Vegetarian Cooking Under Pressure. If you don’t have a pressure cooker, add an extra half-cup of water and cook for 45 minutes. This works in the slow-cooker as well, cooked on low for 5-7 hours. Here’s how to do it:… -
Top 10 Tips for a Great Pot-Luck Party
27 Dec 2011 | 4:01 pmPeople today have less and less time to entertain. The thought of shopping, cooking and getting your house ready for a crowd is daunting! And that’s without the clearing up afterward. Pot luck might be the answer. You, the host, still have to organize the food and do the groundwork, but your guests do most of the cooking. And you get to taste some dishes that you wouldn’t try yourself. Here are my favorite tips for organizing a pot-luck dinner or party: Make it clear when you invite that this is a pot-luck event. People might resent getting asked for a contribution after…
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6 Free Firefly Mason Jars
27 Jan 2012 | 9:00 pmUpdate: I’m not sure if they will honor the 6, they changed it on their Facebook page. However if you sign up for the Friends of the Fly you will still get one jar. “There is a problem in our online store where a set of six jars is being advertised for $0.00. This is inaccurate. We apologize for any confusion this may have caused. We are working diligently to resolve this problem. Friends of the Fly is where the party is happening.” Here is a hot freebie that I don’t think will last long! Get 6 free Firefly Mason Jars. Simply click this link and add them to your cart. -
Free 8×10 Photo Canvas
27 Jan 2012 | 6:43 pmThis one expired at the end of 2010, but it’s been available for a while now. Get a free 8×10 photo Canvas. Every person that joins Canvas People will get a $50 credit which makes a photo canvas free. You do have to pay a shipping and handling fee, but it’s still a great deal. Shipping should be about $14.95, but the value is great for something like this. I haven’t heard any complaints about this one, everyone seems to like theirs! Did you get one? Some of our readers shared pics of their photo canvas: Tom’s Car Picture Christina’s Scenery Picture -
Free Fries at Wendy’s
27 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pmWendy’s has a new offer where you can send a text message for free fries! Get a coupon valid for free small fries at Wendy’s. Just text FRIES to 81229 to get a unique coupon that you can display for your free fries. It will be valid for 7 days from the date of the message. Standard text message rates apply. -
Amazon DVD Deal
27 Jan 2012 | 3:49 pmAre you a fan of What Happens in Vegas with Ashton Kutcher and Cameron Diaz? Amazon has a hot deal on it! Get What Happens in Vegas on Amazon for just $2.89. Just click here to put it in your cart! It will ship free for Amazon Prime members or if you spend $25 or more. -
Free Edition of Turbo Tax and H&R Block
27 Jan 2012 | 3:35 pmWe just shared the one for Turbo Tax, now HR Block has an offer. Get your free edition of H&R Block. Sign-up for a new account and it’s free to prepare, print, and e-file! Get the free edition of Turbo Tax. Click this link and you can do the free edition. Free to prepare, print, and efile. How are you filing your taxes?
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Ocean Spray Fruit Flavored Snacks Review and Reader Giveaway - Ends 2/16/12
27 Jan 2012 | 6:30 amAre you currently looking for a snack that your kids will love? With the new Ocean Spray Fruit Flavored Snacks, you need not look any further! These bite-sized fruit snacks will quickly become a family favorite as they are delicious. Your kids will leave the table raving and wanting more as it's extremely hard to want just one. Currently these are available in two scrumptious varieties - Assorted Fruit and Berries and Cherries. Ocean Spray Fruit Flavored Snacks provide kids with the great tasting snacks they crave and parents with the confidence they come from a good place. My kids… -
Progresso "Souper You" Prize Pack Reader Giveaway - Ends 2/13/12
27 Jan 2012 | 4:36 amYou can do it!! Let's drop those unwanted pounds! Are you ready for a new super-fabulous look this year? The wonderful folks over at Progresso would like to help you get a jump start on your new look by giving you the opportunity to enter to win an incredible makeover! Entering is super easy - all you will need to do is tell Progresso why you deserve a makeover and what you love about their wonderful soups, you can have the chance to win an ultimate makeover experience in Hollywood this Spring! Super cool huh? Now that we've entered into 2012, it's time to consider how you'll stick to your… -
$1.00 off on any (1) New Schick Xtreme3 Eco 4ct
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Gerber Life College Plan Info and $25 Snapfish Gift Certificate Giveaway - Ends 2/10/12
26 Jan 2012 | 4:40 amThe Gerber Life College Plan was created to help parents like yourself save for tomorrow both safely and easily - without worries on your part. With guaranteed growth, life insurance protection, flexibility, and fixed monthly premium payments, this program is an extremely smart choice for your child's future. You can learn more about the Gerber Life College Plan by visiting www.gerberlife.com for more information. Also you can head over to the Gerber Life Insurance Company Facebook http://on.fb.me/wonrpR now for your chance to contribute your baby’s photos to the Project Open Book… -
Finding Nemo returns to theatres for the first time in 3D September 14th, 2012!
23 Jan 2012 | 6:34 pmAcademy Award-winning Best Animated Feature “Finding Nemo” returns to the big screen for the first time ever in thrilling Disney Digital 3D. In this stunning underwater adventure, with memorable characters, humor and heartfelt emotion, “Finding Nemo” follows the comedic and momentous journey of an overly protective clownfish named Marlin (voice by Albert Brooks) and his son Nemo (voice by Alexander Gould)––who become separated in the Great Barrier Reef when Nemo is unexpectedly taken far from his ocean home and dumped into a fish tank in a dentist’s office. Buoyed by the…
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Sweethearts Candy Box Frame
27 Jan 2012 | 2:31 pmHere is a simple and sweet craft for your little ones just in time for Valentine’s Day. My son made me one of these last year and it has a permanent spot on the fridge. I cherish it and think it such a creative gift. Materials: Individual Sweetheart conversation heart boxes with clear, cellophane heart cut-out on front; enough for each child small photo of each child, strip of self adhesive magnets tape Simple Steps for Making a Sweethearts Candy Frame: Start with an empty box of conversation hearts (w/ the clear heart on the front) Take individual pictures of each child or have a… -
Freebies for January 27th
27 Jan 2012 | 8:30 amHere are your daily freebies: - Free Active Cell Renewal Night Serum at Bare Escentuals 1/27-29 – print this page and take it with you. - Yet another Tena sample is available. - Free Olay Regenerist Wrinkle Revolution sample today on Facebook to 10,000 of their fans. Not sure when this one will start… - The Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Facebook page will be giving out more free product coupons again today at noon ET. This will continue each day through 3/4/12. Limit 3 per household. Check out my previous freebies posts here. All freebies are while supplies last and… -
M&M Pretzel Coupon – Hot Deals at CVS & Walgreens
26 Jan 2012 | 8:56 pm$1.00 off one bag of M&M’S Pretzel. (9.9 oz. or larger) Use this coupon to get these for $1 a bag at CVS or Walgreens! I am sure this one will go fast… Pin itM&M Pretzel Coupon – Hot Deals at CVS & Walgreens is a post by "Deal"icious Mom -
Treasure Buddies DVD Coupon $5 Off
26 Jan 2012 | 8:43 pmThere is a new Treasure Buddies DVD Coupon available for $5 off the Treasure Buddies Blu-Ray DVD Combo Pack. Treasure Buddies is not released until 1/ 31/12 Pin itTreasure Buddies DVD Coupon $5 Off is a post by "Deal"icious Mom -
Snapple Coupon
26 Jan 2012 | 2:49 pmPick up a coupon for $1.00 off ONE 6-pack Snapple Tea Do you have a favorite flavor? Pin itSnapple Coupon is a post by "Deal"icious Mom
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Big Savings on Stylish Outerwear
17 Jan 2012 | 7:52 pmAccording to the calendar (and the weather in most places), winter isn’t anywhere near over yet. But retailers are already marking down winter items in order to make room for the new spring collections. That means it’s an excellent time to buy that awesome coat you’ve had your eye on. Haven’t seen anything that caught your eye yet? Check DJPremium..com. They have a very nice selection of coats and jackets for men and women from hot brands such as True Religion, Diesel, BB Dakota, Betsey Johnson, Members Only, Leather Lounge and more. (That’s where you can find… -
Fight Winter’s Chill With Your Favorite Hot Drink
13 Jan 2012 | 9:48 pmWinter is really making its presence known this weekend in my neck of the woods, and in much of the rest of the country as well. Times like these aren’t so good for getting out and about, but they’re absolutely perfect for curling up in your favorite chair with a mug of your favorite hot beverage. So what’s your hot drink of choice? Are you a die-hard coffee drinker? Is a hot cup of tea your cup of tea? Does your inner child crave a giant cup of hot chocolate with extra marshmallows? Do you revel in the spicy goodness of apple cider? Whatever your favorite may be, here are… -
Random New Year Savings
10 Jan 2012 | 7:47 pmWe’re ten days into 2012, and that means there are still new year savings to be had. But the newness will wear off soon, so go ahead and grab them while you can! Here are some that might be of interest: - Have you bought a 2012 calendar yet? If not, check out the deals at Calendars.com. They’ve got funny calendars, inspirational calenders, artsy calendars – any kind of calendar you can think of. And since the year has already started, they’ve got some great prices on them. - Pampering yourself more is a great goal for the new year. If you need some top quality spa… -
New Year Deals for Your Small Business
6 Jan 2012 | 9:51 pmFor small business owners, a new year is a time to step back and see how things are going. How were your profits last year? Are there any new products and services you’d like to introduce this year? Do you need to purchase new equipment or revamp your marketing campaigns? The new year is a good time to find deals on the products and services you need to succeed in business. For example, building or overhauling your website. Right now you can save 20% on a year’s subscription to the Yola Silver package, which includes private domain registration, an easy to use site creator and… -
A New You for the New Year
5 Jan 2012 | 10:17 pm2012 is finally here! Have you gotten to work on your resolutions yet? One of the most common New Year’s resolutions by far is to lose weight and get in shape. Those are certainly admirable goals, but if you want to succeed, you need the right tools for the job. This post is all about helping you save on those tools. If you plan to start exercising, a good pair of shoes is absolutely essential. If you need a new pair, you’ll want to check out the current New Balance sale. They have clearance items marked down as much as 50%, and if you order by 1/23 you’ll get free shipping…
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Walmart Deal | Ocean Spray Fruit Snacks Just $1
27 Jan 2012 | 11:59 pmWhen I was picking up a few things at Walmart tonight, there was a random cart of grocery items around the yogurt/dairy aisle. They had a ton of these Ocean Spray fruit snacks with $1 off peelie coupons attached to them! They were on sale for $2, so they were only $1 per box after the peelie coupon. This is certainly something I wouldn’t make a special trip for, but next time you shop at Walmart it wouldn’t hurt to take a look around for these! Download the Dealicious Finds toolbar for FREE! Tweet -
What’s FREE This Week | Freebie Friday 1/27
27 Jan 2012 | 2:09 pmWe all love freebies, so every Friday we will be posting a round up of great free deals you can currently pick up! Alaska Travel Guide Very Hungry Caterpillar Preschool Printables Printable Valentine Cards Hamster Habitat (Game) Depends Sample Beech – Nut Stage 4 Toddler Welcome Pack Leading at a Higher Level, Revised and Expanded Edition: Blanchard on Leadership and Creating High Performing Organizations by Ken Blanchard Ultimate Leadership: Winning Executive Strategies for Your Situation by Russell E Palmer How To Sew: Basics Quick and Easy Family Dinner Cookbook by Gooseberry… -
Pet Printable Coupon Round Up | Mighty Dog, Purina, Fancy Feast, + More
27 Jan 2012 | 1:57 pmA bunch of new printable coupons for our furry friends just popped up. Click which coupons you want below: Download the Dealicious Finds toolbar for FREE! Tweet -
American Greetings | $0.99 Valentine’s Day Greeting Cards
27 Jan 2012 | 1:35 pmAmerican Greetings is doing another $0.99 sale today! Use code AGVAL99 at checkout for $0.99 Valentine’s Day Cards. This includes the envelope AND the stamp because they mail it for you! You can also personalize your cards with no additional cost. Download the Dealicious Finds toolbar for FREE! Tweet -
XBox Live 12-Month Gold Membership Just $35.99 ($60 Value)
27 Jan 2012 | 1:09 pmRight now you can pick up an XBox LIVE 12 month gold membership for only $35.99. This is a $60 value! You can choose between a physcial card (will be shipped for free) or an instant online game code. If you don’t know what an XBox Live membership is, it’s basically what allows you to be “online” with your XBox. If you want to use the XBox for Netflix, HuluPlus, or playing games with other people online, you need one of these. Download the Dealicious Finds toolbar for FREE! Tweet
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Inexpensively Frugal Blog Network
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#Blissdom Conference Ticket Giveaway
23 Jan 2012 | 12:26 pmI absolutely love to attend conferences—it’s a great way to meet like-minded people, learn new skills, and brainstorm fabulous ideas to bring you the money saving ideas you need. And, Blissdom is one of my favorites! Last year at Blissdom, I had the opportunity to meet the delightful J$ from Budgets Are Sexy, hang out with Denise from Shopper Strategy and Kay Lynn from Bucksome Boomer, and lead some fabulous discussions on the state of frugal blogging. And, I am honored once again to have been invited to Blissdom as a Community Leader. Which is how I happen to have an extra… -
Indianapolis: FREE Superbowl Village Events
23 Jan 2012 | 9:08 amIn just 13 days, Indy plays host to the biggest sports event of the year. With Superbowl XLVI right here in our city, I’m super excited about the fan activities we’ll get to experience! Superbowl Village is an interactive festival from Capitol Avenue to Pennsylvania—and most of it is completely free. Including transportation! IndyGo’s fixed, local routes will be free from February 2nd through February 5th. I’m also hearing teases about free shuttles outside of the city, but I have not yet found detailed schedule information. There is also food available for… -
{The New Home Ec} How to Save Money on Groceries Without Clipping Coupons
21 Jan 2012 | 4:43 pmEvery time I share coupon tips for beginners or discuss extreme couponing strategies, someone always tells me coupons are just too much trouble. And, I get it. I do. But, it doesn't have to be all or nothing — you can save money at the grocery, even without them. [Continue reading on Babble.com...] -
Parents Magazine Subscription: 2 Years for $5
20 Jan 2012 | 10:10 amI love reading magazines—bite-sized info that I can flip through when I have a few minutes here or there. Of course, that time is few and far between, so I never pay much of anything for my magazines. Just in case I never get around to reading it. We have a handful of subscriptions that arrive each month, but my Parents magazine subscription has expired. That’s why I was thrilled to see this week’s Eversave deal—two years of Parents magazine for $5! That’s just $.50 an issue! It would also make a great gift for a new mom. Plus, you can use it to renew, even if… -
Flirty Aprons Coupon Code: Scarlet Blossom Apron 30% Off
18 Jan 2012 | 6:08 amI love a good sale, and I totally adore Flirty Aprons! So, today’s deal is absolutely perfect. The Scarlet Blossom apron is functional, spunky and 30% off with coupon code SCARLET30 today only! I’m pretty sure every woman needs one—especially with Valentine’s Day right around the corner. Get yourself this hot little number, and stay home to cook together. You’ll save a ton of money, skip the crowded restaurants, and enjoy a fabulously flirty celebration all your own. You can also get a red or black apron for him, if you really want to coordinate. The men’s…
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What I Didn't Buy at the Thrift Store: Damn You and Your Prices!
27 Jan 2012 | 7:50 amAfter being been spoiled by flea market prices, thrift store is intense. Visiting the thrift store last week was torture. I was dying to fill my cart with treasures, but I came home with only three items. I'll show you what I got for $2.25 at the flea market on Monday, but 'til then, here are the pleas from my abandoned quarry: Damn, I really wanted that red wagon for store displays. And those cups! And, hell, everything! But I'm glad I held out and spend less and got more at the flea market. Oh, and about that Raggedy Ann doll. My mom bought me a life-sized one. I was so terrified of… -
Freelancer Life Update + What to do When You Hate Your Job
26 Jan 2012 | 8:45 amDoes your day job fill you with deep loathing? Is every moment you spend at the office sheer torture? If you hate your job, you need to quit! Don't subject yourself to conditions you hate every day. I haven't looked back at the time I spent working in a cubicle as a writer. I love my flexible schedule and using my creative energy on my own projects- instead of my boss's. Of course, there are challenges that come with being a Freelancer as well. You have to stay inspired and motivated to survive, and you can never stop innovating. Being accountable for yourself isn't easy and it's not for… -
Which Vintage Owl Do You Like Better? Before or After?
25 Jan 2012 | 9:16 amSelling antiques is unpredictable. Sometimes a piece you think will fly off the shelves will stagnant for months, waiting for its vintage-loving soul mate. I predicted this owl would be seized quickly, but failed. Luckily, a little creative reconfiguring will sometimes make the sale. I'll be spray painting several vintage pieces to see if that helps them sell this week. Spray painting vintage items a solid color is a big trend right now. You definitely have to find the right piece to pull it off. Bold shapes work best. Which owl do you like better? The original, or my white spray… -
Chalkboard Toolbox DIY: For Your Tools....or a Zombie Apocalypse
24 Jan 2012 | 7:38 amWhether you're building a new bookshelf or defending yourself against hoards flesh-hungry zombies, it helps to know what's inside your toolbox at-a-glance. Besides being useful, these chalkboard toolboxes are delicious to behold. The smooth black of the chalkboard surface brings out the texture of the chipping paint and chalk markings. This is a fun way to really make your vintage piece tell a story! Supplies Needed: 1) Chalkboard paint 2) Painter's Tape 3) Vintage toolbox 3) Colorful chalk // Optional: White spray paint or acrylic paint, primer, and stencils. I've heard bad reviews of… -
Increase Traffic: Advertise on Thrift Core this February
23 Jan 2012 | 12:09 pmI still have Ad Space available for February! Thrift Core sponsors will be introduced on the blog for maximum exposure. You get hundreds of eyes on your site and of course, I respond quickly if you have any questions. :) No Banner? No problem. I'll make the perfect one for you free of charge. Free Marketing Tips and Advice: Thrift Core sponsors also receive a monthly web marketing tips newsletter and specific tips for improving your site and increasing traffic/sales. [Embarrassing sampling of nerdy sites I've been making since I was 11...Oh my! I've made dozens!]…
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The Thrifty Mommy
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Free Printable Calendar: How to Pray for Your Children
16 Jan 2012 | 10:01 amMany years before I had my children there was one thing I prayed — that they would know Jesus and have a personal relationship with Him. Now that they have been with me for a few years there are other things I pray for them. I pray that they will find a Godly spouse, that they will be a good wife/husband, a good father/mother, that they will always follow God, etc. Source: inspiredtoaction.com via Diana on Pinterest Today while I was searching around on Pinterest I found this free calendar. Each day has a topic, prayer, and verse so that you can pray something specific for your… -
BBF Kid-Friendly Webisode 2: Tasty Tomato Basil English Muffin Pizza
27 Nov 2011 | 2:10 pmChef Scott Liebfried has created another kid-friendly recipe using Bumble Bee tuna. This recipe uses simple ingredients such as English muffins, cheese, basil, and tomato sauce. It also uses the Bumble Bee Foods sun dried tomato and basil tuna. You might to try this healthier version when making pizza. I’m thinking this would make a nice lunch or easy weeknight dinner idea. Enjoy! Disclaimer: I am a member of the Bumble Bee Foods Bee Squad. FacebookTwitterDiggItTechnoratiDel.icio.usreddit -
10 Reasons I Am Thankful (Plus an Update)
25 Nov 2011 | 3:47 pmWhat a year it has been! During this year I experienced a reduction in workforce in the public schools. Both of my parents had major surgery. My family moved across the state and thankfully we are closer to my parents. I am employed again, working 9-10 hour days, and commuting two hours each day. If you’re wondering why you haven’t seen me around here, it’s because of these things. Sometimes in life it’s just best to step back from a few things so that you can survive and/or put first the things that are most important to you. Through all of these things I can… -
Get $25 Gift Certificates for Only $2!
29 Oct 2011 | 3:54 pmRestaurant.com is having another 80% off sale. Get $25 dining gift certificates for only $2. Simply enter the savings code PUMPKIN at the checkout and hit “apply”. This offer ends Monday, October 31, 2011. If you are new to Restaurant.com: Restaurant.com is a service that provides printable dining certificates to restaurants. You can type in your local zip code (or the zip code of your vacation destination) and browse the available restaurant certificates for that area. There is usually a minimum purchase required when using the certificates. For example, if you purchase a… -
It’s Time to Save on Outdoor Furniture and Accessories
23 Sep 2011 | 12:30 pmFall is one of my favorite times of year. It cools off a little and makes outdoor time comfortable. There’s a crisp smell in the air and it makes me long for hayrides, pumpkin patches, and beautiful fall colors. Along with fall comes end of summer sales. It’s a good thing I had a little money set aside because I have found some great deals lately. Monday I went to Lowe’s Home Improvement to see if their patio furniture was 75% off yet. It was only 50% off but they only had three tables left of the one I wanted so I went ahead and purchased the table for $23. I heard…
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Passion for Savings ℠
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25 Free Recyclebank Rewards Points from Hellmann’s!
27 Jan 2012 | 6:30 pmHere’s another easy way to earn 25 Free Recyclebank Rewards Points. You can just take this Hellmann’s Quiz and earn an easy 25 points. Plus, don’t miss the other great Recyclebank Rewards Points that I posted the other day. Plus, Don’t miss all the other Freebies I have posted Recently! -
Custom T-Shirts only $2 + Shipping!
27 Jan 2012 | 6:30 pmVistaprint is running an offer right now where you can choose from over 100 T-Shirt Designs and pay just $2 + Shipping! I heard this cute quote one time and I always thought it would make a cute T-Shirt “I Paid Full Price Once, and it still Haunts Me” :) You can really get creative and make a shirt for just about anything. I think it would be really fun to make one supporting your Kids Sports Team. Or there are a few Valentines Day Designs if you want to make a Holiday Themed Shirt. You can also get a FREE T-Shirt from Vistaprint but there are Limited Designs to Choose From! You… -
What Happens In Vegas DVD only $2.98
27 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pmHere’s a cheap movie deal. I haven’t seen this movie, but if you like Cameron Dias you can grab What Happens In Vegas for just $2.98 on Amazon.com right now. Shipping is Free if you have Amazon Prime or when you spend $25 on Amazon.com purchases. Plus, don’t forget to checkout the Amazon Deals Page for all the latest Amazon Deals! Thanks, Hip 2 Save -
Check Your Emails | Free Photo Mug from Shutterfly
27 Jan 2012 | 5:30 pmI have told you several times that you can get 100 Free Points when you join the Pampers Gifts to Grow Program, then you can collect points and redeem them for awesome prizes! Well if you have signed up for this in the past make sure you check your emails. I just got an email with a Coupon Code for a FREE Shutterfly Photo Mug! You do have to pay shipping, but This is a great offer you don’t want to miss so make sure you search your Spam filters. If you haven’t joined Pampers Gifts to Grow yet, you can Sign Up Here and get 100 Free Rewards Points! -
Free Kindle Books: Quick and Easy Family Dinners and Muffin Recipes!
27 Jan 2012 | 5:00 pmIf you Love Free Kindle Books make sure you check out some of these titles available now. Sometimes the prices jump back up, so make sure you download them while they are free. Quick and Easy Family Dinners Cookbook by Gooseberry Patch Muffin Recipes – How to Bake Muffins Like A Pro by Judith Stone Plus, don’t forget you don’t actually have to have a Kindle to download these books. You can get the Kindle Download for your iPhone, Blackberry, iPad, PC Computer or Mac Computer! It’s Free Software and a great way to take advantage of these Free Kindle Books!
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Frugal Living Buyer's Guide
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Some New Guidelines On Crucial Elements Of Get Your Ex Back
14 Jan 2012 | 8:48 amPerhaps yоu hаve just latеlу experienced a break up, and уou arе wondering "how to get your ex lover back again cost-free suggestions? You mау wаnt tо score your еx partner back immediately, and this is a common feeling that everyone еlse experiences. It reаllу іѕ іn letting go of anyone physically, emotionally, and sentimentally that gіvеs уou added capabilities of relationship self-confidence, reciprocal trust, and the non-stop longing to meet uр, border, and… -
frugal shopping strategies
11 Oct 2011 | 9:52 amEverybody’s gotta buy stuff. But using frugal shopping strategies can help you both save money and get more for your money when you shop for goods and services. Buy on sale. Buying things when they’re on sale is the easiest way to get the things you want for less. Watch store circulars both for items on your shopping list and for items you use a lot, and stock up on frequently used products. Clothes, appliances, etc. tend to go on sale around holidays or as seasons change, and grocery stores constantly run sales on certain items. Some states also host “tax-free shopping… -
The Tech Museum of Innovation
15 Aug 2011 | 8:00 amThis wonderful museum can be found in Silicon Valley, California. If you are more interested by the field of technology, industries and how stuff works in general, you will be amazed by the number of exhibits and curiosities you can find at the Tech. Some of the fields that are explored through their main exhibits include the energy efficiency, G-force (the force of gravity related interesting exhibits), contraptions, and they even have an interesting earthquake simulator. The field of Genetics and the mysteries of the DNA are also explored deeply here at the museum, offering hands-on… -
Oggi Pro Stainless-Steel 10-Piece Cocktail Shaker and Bar Tool Set
13 Aug 2011 | 8:46 amIf you enjoy different cocktails and fruity shakes especially now during the hot summer, you don’t have to spend anymore hefty money at those special cocktail bars. All you need is to purchase one such pro cocktail shaker set and you can enjoy the best homemade cocktails. This is the best cocktail 10-piece set for home use You’ll get a professional lemon slicing knife Professional bottle opener Stirrer + tongs A cocktail strainer A double jigger + 2-piece glass + stainless shaker set for mixing perfectly those drinks Includes the cutting board A stylish black stand for storage All of… -
Busch Gardens- Williamsburg, VA
12 Aug 2011 | 8:23 am“Busch gardens” is an amusement park which basically has two locations: one in Williamsburg Virginia and the other in Tampa Florida. The park in Williamsburg has opened as early as 1975, and ever since it is one of the most favored theme parks of America. You’ll see here a totally unique design all throughout the park, with beautiful landscaping and plenty of curiosities. The park is basically split into 10 sections, each of them being dedicated to one European country. The shows that you can watch here are country specific, and you’ll get to know a little bit of the traditions and…
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FREE Versace Perfume Sample!
27 Jan 2012 | 8:45 pmFill your mailbox with more Freebies! Hurry over to request your FREE Versace Perfume Sample when you ‘Like’ their Facebook page! {on the ‘Versace Yellow Diamond’ tab} While you’re on Facebook… come join The Frugal Girls, too! See Also: More New Freebies! -
Dole Frozen Fruits Coupon: 95c off 2!
27 Jan 2012 | 8:44 pmSave $$ with this new 95c off 2 Dole Frozen Fruits Coupon! Let us know if you find a store price or sale to match this with. Don’t forget through 1/31 you can score an ALL YOU Magazine Subscription deal for $1.00 per issue! -
StarKist Selects Coupon: $1.00 off 4!
27 Jan 2012 | 8:43 pmHead on over and score a $1.00 off 4 StarKist Selects Coupon! Let us know if you find a store price or sale to match this with! Then… find more coupons to match with your store sales using The Frugal Girls Coupon Database! -
Walgreens Deals {1/29 – 2/4}
27 Jan 2012 | 8:30 pmWalgreens Deals This Week Check out this weeks Walgreens Weekly Ad, then review the Walgreens Coupon Policy to review how to use your Register Rewards (RRs) and coupons. Deals may vary slightly by region, so check your local ad to verify pricing! New to couponing or have questions about how deals work? Check out The Frugal Girls Couponology! Don’t get the Sunday Newspaper? Get your Discounted Newspaper Subscription! Need extra Sunday Newspaper Coupons? Use The Frugal Girls Coupon Database to find even more deals, then leave a Comment to share! A BIG thanks to Saving in Akron for… -
10 Hardcover Classic Kids Books: $14.99 + $1.99 s/h {thru 2/2}
27 Jan 2012 | 2:34 pmYay ~ right now you can score 10 Hardcover Kids Classic Books for $14.99 + $1.99 s/h! {through 11/27} You could even split these up ~ save a few for home… stash a few away as birthday gifts… or maybe even give some as a teacher gift for your child’s classroom! The 10 Classic Books will include The Berenstain Bears in the Dark, Curious George Gets a Medal, Goodnight Moon, Paddington Bear at the Circus + more! Go to Taste of Home At checkout enter promo code: LS105 Shipping will be $1.99 Then… be sure to check out these Educational Freebies!
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Retail Round-Up (January 27)
27 Jan 2012 | 2:58 pmHere are some great coupons/deals for some of your favorite stores so that you can save a lot while shopping this weekend! If you are using any of these coupons while doing online shopping be sure to check out zuuzs.com, Ebates.com, or ShopAtHome.com as well, to see if you can get cash back on your purchase(s)! Ace Hardware – Facebook Exclusive Free bucket with $25 purchase Exp 1/31 All You Magazine – Tons of printable Grocery, Personal Care & Retail Coupons $1 Per Issue Exp 1/31 Banana Republic Factory Outlet – 15% off $100+ purchase Exp 2/29/12 Barnes & Noble… -
Sunday Paper Coupon Inserts (January 29): 4 Inserts Scheduled!
27 Jan 2012 | 2:51 pmThis Sunday, four inserts are scheduled to be in the newspaper: a P&G, 2 RedPlums, and a SmartSource! Here are some of the coupons you may find: P&G $1.50/1 Bounce/Gain Dryer Bars $2/1 Clairol Hair Color $2.50/2 Covergirl Product $1/2 Crest Toothpastes or Liquid Gel $2/1 Downy/Gain Unstopables or Fireworks $1/1 Duracell Ultra Power $2/1 Febreze Home Collection Diffuser or Candle $1/1 Gillette Body Wash $1/2 Head & Shoulders Shampoos or Conditioners $1/1 Metamucil $5/1 Olay Pro-X Facial Moisturizer $0.75/1 Oral-B Floss or Floss Picks $5/1 Oral-B Replacement Brush Heads $1/2… -
Blockbuster Express: FREE Rental Code – Valid Today (1/27) Only!
27 Jan 2012 | 11:23 amHere is a new Blockbuster Express code good for a free one night dollar rental: LOVE2RENT. This code is valid today only! This code should work everywhere, but occasionally certain codes do not work in certain areas or may or may not depending on which store the kiosk is at. You can always reserve each movie online and then pick it up at a local kiosk – that way you can type in the code online and see if it works for you. I also want to remind you that codes work once per card used. So if you and your spouse, for example, each have a debit card, you could use the code… -
New Coupons: Alpo, Fancy Feast, Schick, M&M’s, and More!
27 Jan 2012 | 10:38 amHere are some great, new coupons for you! $2.00 off twelve Mighty Dog cans or pack $1.50 off ten cans of Purina ALPO Dog Food $1.00 off four Fancy Feast Appetizers for Cats $1.00 off twenty-four cans of Fancy Feast $1.00 off eighteen cans of Elegant Medleys $1.00 off one bag Fancy Feast Dry Cat Food $2.00 off any one (1) Clearasil PerfectaWash™ $1.00 off on any (1) New Schick Xtreme3 Eco 4ct $1.00 off one bag of M&M’S Pretzel -
New SavingStar Coupons: InStyle Magazine, Aleve, Cottonelle, and Trop50!
27 Jan 2012 | 10:25 amCheck out this great list of new SavingStar coupons available. Remember that SavingStar coupons are attached to store loyalty cards, so these coupons can be used IN ADDITION to regular manufacturer and store coupons that we use at the store. For more information, check out Save On Groceries with SavingStar. Buy any 1 issue of InStyle Magazine, Save $2.00.Expires 3/10/2012.One time use only. Buy any 1 Aleve Product 20 ct or higher, Save $1.00.Expires 2/29/2012.One time use only. Buy TWO (2) COTTONELLE® Bathroom Tissue 4-pack or larger, Save 50¢.Expires 2/15/2012.One time use only. Buy ONE…
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What To Expect When You Are Expecting #WhatToExpect
27 Jan 2012 | 11:28 pmInspired by the perennial New York Times bestseller of the same name, WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING is a hilarious and heartfelt big screen comedy about five couples whose intertwined lives are turned upside down by the challenges of impending parenthood. Over the moon about starting a family, TV fitness guru Jules and dance show star Evan find that their high-octane celebrity lives don’t stand a chance against the surprise demands of pregnancy. Baby-crazy author and advocate Wendy gets a taste of her own militant mommy advice when pregnancy hormones ravage her body; while… -
Review & Giveaway: Socks4Life
27 Jan 2012 | 8:28 pmABOUT THE COMPANY: "We carry only the best brands and models of socks on the market. If you're shopping online for quality socks, we definitely have what you're looking for. We are committed to offering you the finest socks at great prices while providing exceptional customer service." I was in desperate need of some new socks. I probably had ten socks that didn't have a match and five pairs that had holes in them. I'm happy to say that now I can throw those in the trash, finally! I searched around online looking at knee socks, novelty socks and low cut socks. It took… -
Review: #PerfectSense
27 Jan 2012 | 6:07 pmSYNOPSIS: Susan is a scientist searching for answers to important questions. So important that she has given up on other things, like love - until she meets Michael. Susan and Michael find themselves embarking on a sensual adventure while the world around them seems to be falling apart. MY THOUGHTS I love watching a loving romance with an intriguing plot. I watched Perfect Sense the other day and I was so moved by it! I enjoyed watching Michael and Susan fall hopelessly in love with each other. When a pandemic occurs that robs people of their senses, they are faced with problems… -
Review & Giveaway: Tylers Coffee
27 Jan 2012 | 2:30 pmABOUT TYLERS COFFEE: "Tyler’s Coffee uses a “Z-Roasting” process that optimizes the time the coffee beans are cooked; the result is high levels of caffeine and free of acid. Benefits of an acid free coffee are tooth enamel is protected and teeth are stronger leading to fewer cavities." When it is cold outside, my body literally craves a nice, hot cup of coffee. It's soothing, relaxing and hits the spot every time. After taking my dog Reese out this morning, I came inside with a coffee craving. I decided to try out a new brand, Tylers Coffee. When I first heard about… -
Transformers Prime: Complete First Season
27 Jan 2012 | 12:43 amPrepare to experience the world of TRANSFORMERS PRIME like never before with perfect picture visuals and the purest digital sound available when the entire first season of the award-winning CGI animated series TRANSFORMERS PRIME arrives in stores everywhere in North America on March 6, 2012 in a deluxe 4-DVD set and a Limited Edition 4-Disc Blu-ray™ collection from Shout! Factory, in collaboration with Hasbro Studios. Both the DVD and Blu-ray collections of TRANSFORMERS PRIME: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON boast all 26 action-packed episodes (including the 5-part miniseries Darkness Rising) and…
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Bookit Promotion Code
27 Jan 2012 | 7:12 pmTraveling doesn’t need to burn a hole in a person’s wallet. Bookit.com offers bookit promotion code on their website which avid travelers can enjoy. These bookit promo codes may be used anytime of the year, depending on whether or not they have expiration dates. Discounts on existing packages or trips with longer stay are just [...] -
Altrec Coupons – Winter Clearance Sale
27 Jan 2012 | 9:50 amGet Altrec coupon codes and Altrec coupons to save on outdoor gear and clothing from The North Face, Mountain Hardwear, Burton, Marmot, Patagonia, Nike, Arcteryx and more. Winter Clearance Sale – Up to 60% off Save up to 60% off jackets, shirts, sweatshirts, pants, shoes and accessories. Sorel Winter Boot Sale – Up to 30% [...] -
Foot Locker Coupon – Free Shipping
27 Jan 2012 | 9:07 amGet discount on shoes and clothing with Foot Locker Coupons and Foot Locker Coupon Code. Foot Locker provides all the latest athletic shoes and sports apparel which includes top brands such as Adidas, Asics, Converse, Jordan, Mizuno, New balance, Nike Puma, Reebok, Timberland and more at discounted prices. Foot Locker is also known for offering [...] -
Verizon Promo Code
26 Jan 2012 | 10:30 pmUse Verizon promotional code and Verizon promo code to get discount on Verizon Wireless cell phone plans, packages or services on top selling phones like iPhone, Droid, HTC Thunderbolt, Blackberry, and more. Whether you’re looking for a simple phone for a family member or you’re looking for an internationally compatible phone with email, video and [...] -
Expedia Coupons
26 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pmFor a cheaper travel experience without risks, Expedia offers Expedia Coupons. Get your Expedia Promo Codes to get discounts on flights, hotels and vacation packages. We update this page with the latest travel deals and promotions so you can save on your next trip or family vacation. Expedia Top Deals: 50% Off Romantic Getaway! – [...]
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Hot Pet Items Coupon Printables
28 Jan 2012 | 3:19 amHere’s the latest list of pet item essentials. Can’t forget about them $2.00 off twelve Mighty Dog cans or pack $1.50 off ten cans of Purina ALPO Dog Food $1.00 off four Fancy Feast Appetizers for Cats $1.00 off twenty-four cans of Fancy Feast $1.00 off eighteen cans of Elegant Medleys $1.00 off one bag Fancy Feast Dry Cat Food $1.00 off Cat’s Pride cat litter Share this on Facebook Tweet This! Stumble upon something good? Share it on StumbleUpon Digg this! Post on Google Buzz Subscribe to the comments for this post? Share this on del.icio.us Add this to Mister Wong Share… -
$2 Custom T-Shirt
28 Jan 2012 | 1:15 amHot deal from Vistaprint. Go here to order your $2 Custom T-Shirt Share this on Facebook Tweet This! Stumble upon something good? Share it on StumbleUpon Digg this! Post on Google Buzz Subscribe to the comments for this post? Share this on del.icio.us Add this to Mister Wong Share this on LinkedIn Email this to a friend? Get Shareaholic -
Sunday Coupon Preview January 29th
27 Jan 2012 | 8:58 amJust 1 insert week Here is just a bit of what you will find but if you need the entire list click the link below… Breathe Right Save $1.50/1 12ct or smaller (3/15) Breathe Right Save $2/1 26ct+ (3/15) Caress Save $.75/1 12oz+ body wash or 6 bar pack+ ets (2/26) Citrucel Save $1.50/1 Fiber product (4/30) Degree Save $1/1 Men Adrenaline Series anti-perspirant & deodoratn ets (2/26) Degree Save $1/1 Women Premium anti-perspirant & deodorant or body mist ets (2/26) Dove Save $.75/1 go sleeveless or go fresh anti-perspirant/deodorant excludes trial size, multi-packs and Men+Care… -
Don’t Forget to Use Swagbucks Today for Searches
27 Jan 2012 | 12:40 amEvery Friday is Mega Swag Bucks Day, which means better odds of winning BIG Swag Bucks denominations – up to 10,000 in one search! It’s completely Free and Swag bucks can be traded in for rewards such as gift cards, electronics, apparel, household goods and much more! I try to remind you because its an easy way to rack up gift cards and other prizes. The great thing about Swagbucks searches is that they are the same as just doing any type of internet search. You can still find all of the great information that you are looking for. It is not slanted in any way. And you… -
Savings Star Round Up of Coupon This Week of January 26th
26 Jan 2012 | 11:49 amThere is a new batch of Savings Star coupons ready for you to load up on loyalty cards! Remember you only need $5 to cash out on these savings either through a direct deposit or paypal. Use it like a savings account. Sign up here to get started or just sign in. Heard About Savings Star? If you haven’t heard about Savings Star you are in for a special treat. Savings Star is a great way to make money back on making your regular grocery purchases. Go here to find out more about Savings Star and get started. Coupons Ready to Load Here’s a list that’s ready for you. Just…
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Free Kindle book Hall of Fame Super Bowl Snacks
27 Jan 2012 | 3:20 pmGet the Hall of Fame Super Bowl Snacks book FREE for your Kindle!! ©2012 Free Sample Freak. All Rights Reserved.. -
3 Free Atkins bars plus a free weight loss kit
27 Jan 2012 | 10:30 amGet 3 FREE Atkins bars plus a FREE weight loss kit!!! ©2012 Free Sample Freak. All Rights Reserved.. -
Free sample AcneFree Therapeutic Sulfur mask
26 Jan 2012 | 4:55 pmGet a FREE Therapeutic Sulfur Mask from AcneFree! ©2012 Free Sample Freak. All Rights Reserved.. -
Free sample of Shout Color Catcher
26 Jan 2012 | 1:09 pmGet a FREE sample of Shout Color Catcher!! ©2012 Free Sample Freak. All Rights Reserved.. -
Free Pet Safety Pack from ASPCA
26 Jan 2012 | 8:53 amGet a free Pet Safety Pack from ASPCA! ©2012 Free Sample Freak. All Rights Reserved..
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Nordstrom: FREE Sample of Prada Candy Eau de Parfum on 1/28
27 Jan 2012 | 10:44 pmGet a FREE Sample of Prada Candy Eau de Parfum at Nordstrom on Saturday January 28th. No Coupon Required and no purchase necessary. Nordstrom Locator. Related Freebie: • FREE Stuff Events For This Weekend 1/28-1/29 Nordstrom: FREE Sample of Prada Candy Eau de Parfum on 1/28 is a post from: Hunt4Freebies Follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Google+ -
Possible: FREE Bottle Of Pantene – Coming Soon
27 Jan 2012 | 9:36 pmPossibly get a FREE Bottle of Pantene! Pantene just announced on their Facebook page that next week they will have another exciting announcement! As soon as we get more details about this offer we will post updates. From Pantene on Facebook: We could not be more thrilled about giving away 10,000 bottles this week! Refreshed Ice Shine, Silver Expressions, and Anti-Dandruff are officially back on the shelf for purchase. And the fun doesn’t end here. Stay tuned for another exciting announcement next week… You can also Follow Us On Facebook to never miss a freebie! Possible: FREE Bottle Of… -
FREE Nescafe Taster’s Choice Sample Packs
27 Jan 2012 | 7:52 pmGet a FREE Nescafe Taster’s Choice Sample Packthis offer is still available for those who may have missed this. Limit is 2 sample packs Per Household. **If you signed up for this already, it may not let you sign up again. FREE Nescafe Taster’s Choice Sample Packs is a post from: Hunt4Freebies Follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Google+ -
FREE 2012 Maseca Recipe Wall Calendar
27 Jan 2012 | 7:30 pmGet a FREE 2012 Maseca Recipe Wall Calendar! They mentioned this offer on their Facebook Page here. FREE 2012 Maseca Recipe Wall Calendar is a post from: Hunt4Freebies Follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Google+ -
110 FREE Kindle Ebook Downloads
27 Jan 2012 | 7:11 pmThese Kindle Ebooks can be read on the Kindle, but also you can read Kindle ebooks on your Personal Computer, Mac, IPhone, Android, Blackberry, iPad, Windows 7 Phone, etc. with the FREE Kindle Application Here. Click here to see a bunch more FREE Kindle Ebook Downloads! Be sure when you add the Kindle to your cart that it is $0.00 as these prices do change frequently. Also the books that say (FREE with Prime) are only Free for Amazon Prime members. You can also Enter to WIN a FREE Kindle Fire RUNNING by Patrice Fitzgerald India’s Summer by Therese An End by Paul Hughes Guardian of Time by…
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The New Hockey Arena is coming…. Check out the progress!
25 Jan 2012 | 8:56 pmLots of changes in Allentown… First the hockey arena plans and then the announcement that Jaindl will be heading up the waterfront project. There are a lot of exciting things in store for Allentown. Our family is particularly excited about the hockey arena. We are big fans and hubs and I have already started saving [...] -
Google Axes Picnik…. Here are Some FREE Photo Editing Software Alternatives
24 Jan 2012 | 9:22 pmHave you been using Picnik for your free photo-editing? If so, April 19th will be your last day to use their services. Google has purchased them and will be offering other services (although I’m confused where?). The good news is they are refunding the premium users and there will be an easy way to load [...] -
Grocery Deals, Drustore Deals and Target Deals – Oh My!
23 Jan 2012 | 1:55 pmIt’s a great and cheap week at the drugstores and target this week!! If you are in the Lehigh Valley, here are some links where to find the coupon matchups! ShopRite, Stop and Shop, CVS, Target, Walgreens, RiteAid – www.livingrichwithcoupons.com Redners, Giant, Weis – www.forthemommas.com Target – www.totallytarget.com There are some great freebies! I’ll post [...] -
Heading Out Shopping this Weekend? Take these printable coupons with you
20 Jan 2012 | 9:29 pmThis list was from Your Retail Helper - check out her blog for all your retail needs! Ace Hardware – Facebook Exclusive Free bucket with $25 purchase Exp 1/31 Banana Republic Factory Outlet - 15% off $100+ purchase Exp 2/29/12 Barnes & Noble – 30% off select titles Exp 1/23 Bath & Body Works - 20% off purchase Exp 1/29 Cacique [...] -
20 Jan 2012 | 1:57 pm
20 Jan 2012 | 1:57 pmToday when little man went to his Playdays program, I decided to venture out and check out the West End of Allentown. I headed to the Farmers Market to pick up something to make for dinner at the Culinary Experts stand. While driing through town, I went down 19th street and realized that I haven’t [...]
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The Really Good Life
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An example of extreme minimalism?
26 Jan 2012 | 5:54 amLast week, my t’other half John sent me a link to a quite old article by a guy who has pared down his possessions to just “15 things”. (John came across the article on a geeky news-sharing site and the discussion on there is more interesting than the comments on the blog itself – albeit a lot more longwinded/bitchy now than when I first looked at it last week.) There are a few people pointing out that he’s not got 15 things – one thing is a “toiletry kit” and he also says he has “couple things not on the list – like socks and underwear… -
Chicken having a (saw)dust bath
25 Jan 2012 | 8:25 amEvery time I clean out the chicken coop, I marvel at how they’ve managed to get wood shavings EVERYWHERE. Now I know why: Related posts: Chicken coop to-dos Chicken update: one month in One down – Minnie the Black Minorca chicken died overnight :( -
If you go down to the woods today…
24 Jan 2012 | 10:56 amYou might find a pretty much brand new collapsible garden bin. That’s what I found on my walk with Lily-dog today. When I first saw it a little way up the hill from the path, I thought it was one of ours but when I got closer, I saw it was bigger and frankly better quality than the ones I use. That part of the woods, which isn’t very popular with dogwalkers but is very popular with Lily-dog, isn’t really near any houses so I didn’t know who it could belong to so … yoink! Coincidentally, the one I use for cleaning out the chicken coop (carrying the wood shavings… -
In my life
23 Jan 2012 | 9:37 amI have a giant to-do list today – work stuff, voluntary work stuff and stuff at home – so I think I need a brief take-stock breather :) Outside my window is just so lovely right now. It has been raining on and off all morning but right now there’s bright sunshine, an equally bright blue sky and the bottle-green leaves of the holly bush are shining. Someone really supped up the colour levels out there today. I am thinking about the mega to-do list of doom, about new projects & old stalwarts and how I’m going to make something fun & geeky in a few days when my… -
Do you darn?
20 Jan 2012 | 5:49 amThese are the socks I’m wearing today: (Well, the “undersocks” I’m wearing today – I’ve got some big fluffy ones on top – I feel nude if I’m wearing less than two pairs of socks in winter :) ) I’m good at stitching up small holes in socks but when it comes to threadbare patches like these … well, there’s a reason why these threadbare bits are so big! I’m always more inclined to fix thick socks than this thin sort as I don’t think my needle skillz could manage a very good job on these. But a whole load of my socks…
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Shopper Strategy
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Frugal Friday – Show Off Your Shops!
27 Jan 2012 | 2:30 pmThis week I bought a total of $164.21 worth of groceries and toiletries for $39.69, or 76% off. I love to see the deals that other frugal shoppers come up with because it’s so inspiring and I really dig having a visual way that we can all share our deals and Show Off Our Shops! Please post a link below to any or all of the deals that you’d like to show off this week. If you don’t have a blog to link up, just leave a comment and tell us all about your deals or upload a picture to Flickr or PhotoBucket and link to that My 1/25 Publix Trip – $81.09 for $18.12 or 78% Off My 1/23… -
Restaurant Coupons for the Weekend
27 Jan 2012 | 8:39 amThere is a $5/$15 T.G.I.Friday’s coupon out that expires soon so we’ll likely head over there and take advantage of that. It’s one of our favorite restaurants and I really dig their Give Me More Stripes rewards program. My husband and I plan a Friday date night dinner out every week and even though we’re usually home pretty early and then right back to work, it is so nice to have some quiet time together without the kids underfoot and dessert on a dish I don’t have to wash! We usually check out the available coupons for our favorite local restaurants before… -
Search and Win – It’s Mega Swagbucks Friday!
27 Jan 2012 | 5:26 amEvery Friday is Mega Swagbucks Day where your odds of winning BIG Swagbucks is even better than any other day of the week. You can win 10, 20, 50 or more than 100 Swagbucks just for searching on any day of the week, but on Mega Swagbucks Day you can possibly win up to 1,000 or even 2,000 Swagbucks just for doing a simple search. You can redeem your Swagbucks for all sorts of prizes, but my favorite thing to do is trade 450 Swagbucks for a $5 Amazon gift card, then I save up the gift cards to buy birthday or Christmas gifts! So go ahead and sign up at Swagbucks if you haven’t already… -
Sunday Newspaper Coupon Insert Preview for 1/29
26 Jan 2012 | 10:15 amThere will be TWO coupon inserts this Sunday – two Red Plums. Click here to see all of coupons that are reported to be in this Sunday’s paper! Here are some of my favorites that I’ll be looking for in the local paper (keep in mind that they vary by location): Red Plum (RP) #1 Bertoli Save $1/1 frozen meal or meal soup (2/26) Caress Save $.75/1 12oz+ body wash or 6 bar pack+ ets (2/26) Degree Save $1/1 Men Adrenaline Series anti-perspirant & deodoratn ets (2/26) Degree Save $1/1 Women Premium anti-perspirant & deodorant or body mist ets (2/26) Dove Save $1/1 Beauty Bar 6 pack+… -
Saving While Eating Well
26 Jan 2012 | 7:03 amFood and drinks are an interesting struggle when trying to save money. Everyone eats, multiple times throughout the day, and there is no way of getting around it. I find that, especially as a working adult, it is incredibly easy to fall into the habit of skipping breakfast, grabbing a quick lunch, then picking up a late dinner. Not only is this a really unhealthy way to live, it’s also very expensive! Here are a few ways to improve your diet AND your bank account when it comes to your day-to-day dining: Always, Always, ALWAYS Pack your Lunch Remember when you were a kid and wanted hot lunch…
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Keeping the Kingdom First
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Retail and Restaurant Coupons Round-Up {Weekend of 1/28}
27 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pmA huge thanks to Rachel at Surviving the Stores for providing this round-up! Be sure to check out her huge database of Retail and Restaurant coupons. Here are my favorite coupons for this weekend: Retail Coupons Barnes & Noble Coupon 15% Off 1 Item (exp: 1/29/2012) Build A Bear Coupon $5 Off $25 Purchase (exp: 2/14/2012) Cache Coupon $25 Off $125 Purchase (exp: 1/30/2012) Dress Barn Coupon 20% Off Items Reduced 50% or More (exp: 1/29/2012) Fashion Bug Coupon $5 Off $30 Purchase When You Play Flutterbuy Game (exp: 1/29/2012) JoAnn Coupon 20% Off Entire Purchase (exp: 1/28/2012)… -
Eat Well and Spend Less: Saving Money on Healthier Foods
27 Jan 2012 | 3:27 pmSource: savorysweetlife.com via Amy on Pinterest When I started on my living healthier journey, food was a big part of what I wanted to change. It was a bit discouraging at first, as it seems eating healthier means you spend a lot more money! I didn’t give up, though, and as I continued, I realized that while eating better did cost more, you can still save money when it comes to eating healthier. Decide what your priorities are. Are you looking to simply reduce your eating out expenses and cook at home more? Or, are you wanting to spend your money on organic produce? Wherever you… -
Organic and Natural Printable Coupon Round-Up: Justin’s, Maranatha, Newman’s Own, and More!
27 Jan 2012 | 9:00 amWelcome to our newest roundup of the latest Organic and Natural Printable Coupons! A huge thanks to Sarah of Renaissance Mama for putting this list together. Grab some scissors, fire up your printers and get ready to save! Baking Hodgson Mill – $0.60/2 Baking Mixes (zip code 77062) Filippo Berio – $1.00/1 Olive Oil Fleischmann’s – $0.40/1 Pizza Crust Yeast Strip Steviacane – $2.00/1 Steviacane Canister Truvia – 80¢/1 Sweetener Beverages Melitta - $1.50/1 Coffee and $1.00/1 Filters Sambazon – $2.00/1 Superfood Drink Seattle’s Best Coffee – $1.50/1 12 oz… -
Freebie Friday: NeilMed Neti Pot, Turbo Tax, Yummi Bear Vitamins, and More!
27 Jan 2012 | 6:30 amHappy Freebie Friday! Here are several fun freebies to kick off your weekend: Get 10 free Note Cards from Vistaprint. You can upload your own picture, and then cut the cards into 3’s to Make 30 FREE Personalized Kid’s Valentines! Add a personal message and create a unique valentine for your child to hand out in class. This offer is valid through midnight tonight, 1/27. Create a free membership on Walmart.com and get 25 free 4×6 Photos! Request a free sample of gluten-free BiPro Whey Protein. If you have a BJ’s Wholesale near you, you can see what it is all about with a free one… -
Mega Swag Bucks Day
27 Jan 2012 | 6:00 amThis is just a reminder that today is Mega Swag Bucks Day! Every Friday is Mega Swag Bucks Day, which means you have a better chance of winning the big Swag Bucks! You can snag from 30 to 1,000 Swag Bucks with just one search! What are Swagbucks? Swagbucks is an online search and win site, powered by Ask.com and Google. You will periodically earn Swag Bucks or, “digital dollars” as you search the web, which you can then redeem for prizes. My personal favorite is trading in my “bucks” for Amazon gift cards! Swagbucks also now allows more than one account per household, so be…
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Saving with Shellie
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Tilex Coupon | $2 off Tilex Mold & Mildew
27 Jan 2012 | 4:00 pmThere’s a great new Tilex coupon on Facebook right now good for $2 off Tilex Mold & Mildew Remover. You will need to watch a quick video in order to print the coupon. This should make for some very inexpensive cleaner at most stores. Find more hot printable coupons I’ve posted recently. Plus, you can search the Saving with Shellie Coupon Database for more great coupons. Happy Saving! DEAL ALERT: Check out today's freebie from No More Rack! Plus don't forget you get $10 off your first $20 purchase. Have you "liked" Saving with Shellie on Facebook yet? You'll find even more… -
Regal Cinema Coupon | $2 Off Any Popcorn
27 Jan 2012 | 3:30 pmIf you’re headed to the movies this weekend, you might want to choose a Regal Cinema. They are offering a $2 off any popcorn coupon on their Facebook page. The coupon is valid through 1/29. Have you seen any good movies lately? DEAL ALERT: Check out today's freebie from No More Rack! Plus don't forget you get $10 off your first $20 purchase. Have you "liked" Saving with Shellie on Facebook yet? You'll find even more deals and steals. -
Kohl’s: 20% Off Coupon
27 Jan 2012 | 3:00 pmThere’s a new Kohl’s Coupon to help you save this weekend. Use this new coupon to save 20% off your purchase at Kohl’s through 1/28. You can also shop Kohl’s online using coupon code EXCLUSIVE20 at checkout. Find more Retail Coupons available this weekend. Happy Shopping! DEAL ALERT: Check out today's freebie from No More Rack! Plus don't forget you get $10 off your first $20 purchase. Have you "liked" Saving with Shellie on Facebook yet? You'll find even more deals and steals. -
$.99 Greeting Cards + FREE Shipping
27 Jan 2012 | 2:30 pmAmerican Greetings has reduced the price on their greeting cards. Get them for just $.99 each. Plus American Greetings will even mail them to your recipient for free! Grab some for Valentine’s Day, upcoming birthdays or send someone a card just because. Use coupon code AGVAL99 to get the discount. Need Valentines for a whole class full of kids? Don’t miss this Valentine Card idea. It’s cheap AND really cute! Happy Creating! DEAL ALERT: Check out today's freebie from No More Rack! Plus don't forget you get $10 off your first $20 purchase. Have you "liked" Saving with Shellie… -
FREE Android App: Router
27 Jan 2012 | 2:00 pmAmazon offers a free Android App everyday and today’s free App is Router. This App is only free today (1/26) so be sure you download it before the price goes back up! Here’s the Description: Test your mental might with Router, a circuit puzzle game that’s fun for the whole family. Your goal is to connect identically colored points with continuous lines without any of the lines overlapping each other. Game controls are easy to master, but some of the puzzles will have you quite perplexed until you find the right solution to connect the dots. With multiple challenging chapters…
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Pocket Your Dollars®
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Freebies: Free Can of Red Gold Tomatoes, Free Weight Watchers Recipes, Free Colbie Caillet MP3 + more
26 Jan 2012 | 2:27 pmGet a coupon for a free can of tomatoes, peruse lots of free Weight Watchers-friendly recipes, and download a free Colbie Caillet song with the latest freebies! Your turn: Are you following the Weight Watchers program? How do you like the recipes? Freebie Free Can of Red Gold Tomatoes “Like” Red Gold Tomatoes on Facebook and get a coupon for a free can of Red Gold tomatoes. They have exceeded their goal of 40,000 likes, so it appears they will be emailing coupons soon. Free eBooks Free Children’s eBook: The Sneezy Wheezy Day Download a free children’s ebook, The Sneezy… -
Open Mic 1/26/12
26 Jan 2012 | 7:00 amOpen Mic is a post every Thursday that is a mini-version of a discussion board. You can leave a comment with whatever coupon, money-saving or debt reduction tips or questions you have and other readers chime in and answer. When you leave a comment on this post, you’ll be able to choose whether you’d like to be emailed follow-up comments or not. Getting comments via email is a great way to stay connected without having to visit the site a bazillion times (although I don’t mind if you come a bazillion times). As always, I look forward to hearing the voice of the Pocket Your Dollars… -
Local Deals: $1 Haircuts, Free $5 Gift Card at North Branch Outlets, Date Night at the Weisman + more
25 Jan 2012 | 4:32 pmTwin Cities folks can celebrate the season with the Saint Paul Winter Carnival, score a free $5 at North Branch Outlets, see a moon rock at the mall and more with these local deals. Your turn: What is your favorite Winter Carnival event? Saint Paul Winter Carnival Saint Paul comes alive as the Winter Carnival officially begins tomorrow, 1/26. Events take place throughout Saint Paul over the next couple of weeks, including parades, a medallion hunt, art shows, an orchid show, geocaching, ice skating, ice sculptures, music performances and more. Many events are free or low-cost, and most are… -
Earn 65 Recyclebank Points + 5 Pampers Gifts to Grow Points
24 Jan 2012 | 9:54 pmFour new activities are available on Recyclebank for you to earn a total of 65 points. Plus, Pampers has released a new 5-point Pampers Gifts to Grow code. Pampers Gifts to Grow Login to your Pampers Gifts to Grow account and enter code TWIT9PGYETBPA12 to earn 5 free points. If you would rather not have to log into your online account, you can also text this code to 726777 after you’ve linked your mobile device to your account. If you are unfamiliar with Pampers Gifts to Grow, it is a rewards program that rewards you for purchasing Pampers products. The program also regularly… -
Cub Foods Football Party Pack + $25 Gift Card Giveaway (Ends 1/25)
24 Jan 2012 | 7:17 pmThe Super Bowl is coming up, and with it comes time to stock up on snacks for the big game. Chips and salsa, pretzels, peanuts – all of these may be necessities for you if you’re going to spend three hours sitting in front of the TV, whether you’re actually watching the game or just paying attention to the commercials. :) One lucky Pocket Your Dollars’ reader will receive a football party pack courtesy of Cub Foods filled with everything you need for the ultimate party spread. This football party pack comes packed in a reusable full-size cooler and contains: $25 Cub Foods Store…
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Frugal Follies
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Publix: Recyclebank scores again!
27 Jan 2012 | 12:24 pmHave I mentioned how much I love the coupons available at Recyclebank? (Surely I have!) (Don't call me Shirley.) I saved twice on this Publix trip: first with a 60¢ off coupon for Q-tips (30 Recyclebank points) and then with a $2 off $25 Doris Italian Market coupon (20 points), which my Publix takes as a competitor coupon. Here's what I got: 4 Kellogg's Special K granola bars @ $2.50 = $10.00 - 2 $0.75/2 Kellogg's Special K Cereal Bars, Fruit Crisps, or Granola Bars, exp. 3/18/12 (RP 01/22/12 R) - 2 $1/2 Kellogg's Special K Granola Bars or Cracker Chips Target printable = $6.50 for… -
Veggie deals at Western Beef
27 Jan 2012 | 11:55 amNow that my produce store has gone out of business, I usually go to Western Beef to get deals on vegetables. Their stock is better than ALDI's, and their sale prices are pretty low. One down side is that the area dedicated to produce is tiny; it is always difficult to navigate the shopping cart around. While at Western Beef, I also found packages of frozen ravioli and gnocchi on sale for $1.50 each. There were only 4 packages left, and I bought them all. I hate buying the last of an item - sorry to my fellow shoppers. But I wish there had been more in stock. Here's what I got: 2 strawberries… -
ALDI: Peanut brittle and cookie dough deals
27 Jan 2012 | 11:31 amI made two trips to ALDI this week. The first trip was just for the usual dairy and veggie items, as well as a few cans of beans and mushrooms. But on the second, I found some good deals. The first one was peanut brittle, left over from their Christmas merchandise. A box of peanut brittle was only 25¢! I bought two, since we're not that big fans of peanut brittle, but it'll be a fun treat. And then I found cookie dough in the refrigerated case for 75¢. I didn't go too crazy there, either, and just picked up two packages. It's always fun to find unexpected deals at ALDI! Here are the two… -
Free iced coffee and more!
26 Jan 2012 | 8:00 pmHere's are some of the great product samples listed right now at MySavings - go check them out! Receive a Free Fragrance Sample of Versace Yellow Diamond Free International Delight Iced Coffee Sample Giveaway Possible Free Large Papa John's Pizza & Pepsi with Prediction Register with Walmart for 25 Free 4x6 Prints Grab a Free Sample of Hydroponix MX Clone Gel Click here to see all the deals at MySavings. (This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my disclosure policy for more information.) -
Swagbucks games
26 Jan 2012 | 7:00 pmFriday is Mega Swagbucks Day, where you can get lots of Swagbucks just for doing searches! (Do searches the easy way with the Swagbucks toolbar, or use your Android phone.) You can also earn Swagbucks for finding Swagcodes, answering polls and surveys, filling out profiles, watching videos and Swagbucks TV (on the site or on your Android phone), trading in media items, doing tasks, and considering special offers and no-obligation special offers. Did you know that Swagbucks has games? They're lots of fun. And periodically as you play, you can be rewarded with Swag Bucks! Or,…
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A Few Short Cuts
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“Snack”urday: 2 Ingredient Strawberry Fudge
27 Jan 2012 | 7:53 pmI am on a Valentine’s Kick this year. I was sitting here just minding my own business the other day flipping through a cookbook and it hit me. Well, it didn’t really hit me but I saw this recipe for 2 ingredient fudge. I had never heard of such a thing, but whoever came up with it is pure genius! I decided I would try to make Strawberry fudge, since strawberries are one of my most favorite things in the world. I love this recipe even more because my dairy free oldest daughter can actually eat it! Not this strawberry variety, but you can mix and match to make whatever flavor you… -
My Target Savings: $106.82 or 60%
27 Jan 2012 | 6:22 pmI ran into target because I could not let the ketchup and the kcup deal pass me by. I also had to see the shoe clearance. Here is what I bought today. I also got lucky and snagged my daughter some clothes on clearance for her birthday! 2 Keurig Cups $11.99 each -$4/2 Target Catalina Coupon -$1/2 K-cups: Green Mountain, Newman’s Own, Tully’s, Caribou Coffee, Cafe Escapes, Celestial Earned $5 GC 6 Heinz Ketchup $1.99 each -$5/6 Target Coupon 2 Market Pantry Shredded Cheese $2.49 -$1 Market Pantry Cheese Target COupon 2 Hersheys Syrup with Calcium was $2.08 PC $1.04 Silk… -
365 Short Cuts to Share the Love: Day 26
27 Jan 2012 | 4:00 pmJoin me to share the love this year. Small acts of kindness and caring go a long way. Here is today’s Today’s Short Cut to Share the Love:#26: Leave anonymous thank you notes to teachers. Just write a little thank you for being such a great teacher note and a treat. Don’t tell them who it is from. It adds a little bit of excitement to the whole thing. It will make their day! For all the Share the love posts go here -
$10 off $30 at Advance Auto Parts & More
27 Jan 2012 | 3:30 pmI love finding new an inventive ways to save money. We save a ton of money every year by doing small maintenance on our vehicles ourselves. Things like replacing windshield wiper blades, changing our own oil, and replacing air filters. Right now you can get some great deals at AdvanceAutoParts.com with code A123. It will take… $10 off $30, $20 off $50 $30 off $100 This great offer expires 1/31/12 -
Free Hardcover Photo Book from MyPublisher
27 Jan 2012 | 3:00 pmI love this freebie! You won’t want to miss it! Get a Free Hardcover Photo Book from Mypublisher! You can’t beat freebies! I love photo books! They are a great way to document the kids growing up without spending hours scrapbooking! They also make fabulous gifts! Don’t miss these other photo deals and freebies!
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I Love To Gossip
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FREE Mason Jar from Firefly Vodka!
27 Jan 2012 | 12:23 pmPin it Firefly Vodka just sent out the tweet you see above! Head on over and sign up for their community to receive a FREE Mason Jar! P.S. Are you on Twitter? You can follow me @ccmaine or follow @ilovetogossip Thanks FreeStuffTimes! -
*HOT* Enfamil Ready To Serve as low as $1.76 at Walmart!
27 Jan 2012 | 12:03 pmPin it Attention all new mommas! There is a $5.00 off any Enfamil product coupon available on the Enfamil website. You can take that coupon right over to Walmart and pick up the Enfamil Ready to Serve cans for only $1.96 with this coupon! Pro Tip: Get everyone you know, friends & family to print out this coupon for you! Buy (1) Enfamil Ready To Serve Can $5.76 Use (1) $5/1 Enfamil Product printable coupon Final Price = $1.76 Thanks, I Heart the Mart -
FREE Prilosec OTC Heartburn Sample
27 Jan 2012 | 11:26 amPin it The Prilosec OTC Free Sample is baack! You can head over here and request a free sample. -
Possible Thermacare MoneyMaker at Walgreens!
27 Jan 2012 | 11:20 amPin it It appears as though we are scheduled to receive a rebate in the upcoming Sunday coupon insert good for: $10 back when we purchase (3) Pfizer products. (Please note coupon inserts vary by region) The purchase date on the rebate starts on 1/24, which means you can run out today or tomorrow and grab this moneymaking deal and then mail in the rebate later. Buy 3 Thermacare Heat Wraps (2-3 ct) – $5.99 each = $17.97 Use (3) $3/1 Thermacare Product printable (will need access to 2 computers) Pay $8.97 & get $5 RR wyb 2 + Submit for $10 Pfizer Rebate Final Price = FREE + $6.03… -
*HOT* $1.25 off Frosted Toast Crunch Coupon
27 Jan 2012 | 10:58 amPin it Hurry over and print off this high value $1.25 off (1) Frosted Toast Crunch cereal coupon! These sometimes come on sale for as low as $2.00, so only $.75 cents after coupon! Thanks Coupon Pro!
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Ultimate Money Blog- Save Money and Live Green!
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Gluten Free Pancake Recipe
11 Jan 2012 | 5:37 amOne of my favorite breakfast foods is pancakes. Since going gluten free, I’ve had pancakes less often than usual. For awhile, we were buying Pamela’s Ultimate Baking and Pancake Mix but it got to be too expensive. I just couldn’t justify adding that into our food budget. I had to come up with some recipes that would be gluten free using items we normally had on hand. I have an awesome gluten free pancake recipe that has been tested and endorsed by those who are not even gluten free! Gluten Free Pancake Recipe (serves at least 2 people) -2 cups ground oats (you can use… -
Our 2012 Budget
9 Jan 2012 | 5:10 amFor 2012, I wanted to come up with a more accurate budget, seeing that our baby would be born this year and hopefully we’ll be able to control our spending without worrying too much about it. I figured if I budget better, then I’ll hopefully be less stressed about where our money is going. Of course, I’ve also decided I’m not going to be so darn hard on myself because I’ll have a baby and have no clue how that’s going to impact our budget. If it costs us more money than I anticipated, then it does, and I’ll adjust our budget accordingly. Here’s… -
2012 Financial and Life Goals
6 Jan 2012 | 5:56 am2012 is already here, and I’m a little behind on our financial and life goals. I’m a little uncertain about what I should aim for, as we’re going to have a brand new baby and will have to adjust to the new expenses and life with a child. My goals this year will be attainable (I hope!) and I am crossing my fingers for the best year ever. It certainly will be interesting and a lot different than past years! Here are some of the goals I’d like for us to accomplish: 1. Set up a savings account for the baby. The baby has not even been born yet and already has a… -
I’m Quitting my Job to be a Stay at Home Mom
4 Jan 2012 | 5:18 amFriday, January 6 is my last day of employment with the bank. I’ve been an employee there for over seven years, and it’s been a really tough decision, but I’ve decided that I’m going to quit and be a stay at home mom. I’ve always wanted to do that, so this is the path I’m going to take. I can always return to work if I have to. When considering being a working versus stay at home mom, I considered many factors. 1. If I kept working, I’d have to pay daycare. Full time day care is expensive, costing anywhere from $600-$800 a month! That… -
2011 Financial and Life Goals Recap
2 Jan 2012 | 5:04 amAt the beginning of 2011, I set some financial and life goals for myself and Mr. Money. Here’s how 2011 played out for us: 1. Keep up with the clutter and declutter 365 items from our house this year. SUCCESS. I know I decluttered and donated a lot more than 365 items from our house this year. 2. Pay at least $3,000 down on the principal of our mortgage. FAIL. We did pay off $2679 off our mortgage prinicpal, so I think that’s pretty good! Our extra money this year went to our savings account. Honestly, I’m not too concerned with paying down our mortgage aggressively at…
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Frugal Beautiful
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Pet Food Delivery Service Review & Giveaway with Mr. Chewy
27 Jan 2012 | 3:48 pmThis was my first time using a pet food delivery service in Chicago. With Mr. Chewy I was able to find name brand dog food that Ralphie-pug loves cheaper than the local pet store and best of all? I didn’t have to lug it 10 blocks home! I found all of my favorite brands of dog food and dog treats and got a good deal on canned dog food too with free shipping! From now on, I want to use dog food delivery! Carrying a back pack full of Ralph’s special canned dog food in the snow is a real drag, so I think I’ll save the hassle and go with Mr. Chewy. I can’t believe… -
Spending…& Other Things That Scare Me (Like Using A Mac & Starting A Podcast)
26 Jan 2012 | 8:00 amDo you ever do things that completely scare you, push your boundaries and make you tremble inside? You know that even when you’re all shaken up on the inside, when you’re scared but totally smiling about it- you’ve made the right call. I can tell you from experience that it’s easy to mistake the inner tremblings as the shakings of fear- but what it really is is the stirring of your soul inside. I’m sitting here right now, fumbling on a new MacBook Pro (Nope, I do *not* know how to use it either!) which I just paid for with more of my own hard-earned cash than I… -
Good Words For Wednesday {01.25.2012}
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How Sweet! A Chocolate Handbag Satchel Giveaway
20 Jan 2012 | 1:48 pmThis unique Chocolate Handbags satchel is part of their Spring 2012 collection & is selling out fast- be excited you can win one here at FrugalBeautiful! Having the right handbag is not only essential to looking fab but also makes life a lot simpler when out and about! How many times have you struggled to make a purse work with a bulky winter coat or be safe & secure when travelling about? Having a gorgeous satchel that looks great but is also practical for fun & adventure is ideal! So, are you ready to win? It’s amazing how a simple handbag can represent all… -
Is Birchbox Worth It? A Birchbox Review For a (frugal) Makeup Addict
20 Jan 2012 | 12:00 pmIf you haven’t heard of Birchbox, let me formally introduce you: For $10 a month you get a snazzy little surprise box full of brand name makeup and beauty samples. Each box is gorgeously wrapped with fabulous things to try inside. I have been using one brand of makeup for eons, and after getting sucked into the world of beauty bloggers, I have been wanting to expand the palette in my makeup bag. One problem- how do you experiment with beauty when you’re broke? Palling around Sephora hoping to stumble upon the next product you’ll fall in love with can…
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SheBudgets
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Super Bowl Snacks: Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe
27 Jan 2012 | 11:00 amI don’t know about you, but even though what my football team is not in the Super Bowl I am really excited for the big game! This year is an East Coast, red white and blue Super Bowl! There are so many things that we think about making and I always try to go with [...] -
Your Life: Your New Bedroom, Toys! Toys! Toys!, A Mom’s Input On Snacks, Make Your Cover letter Amazing, Sibling Rivalry Solutions, WD-40 Power, and Finally Making Up Your Mind!
27 Jan 2012 | 8:00 amLife is filled with many decisions; What to pay? When to pay? Either? Or? Here is some great advice on how to balance the either/or situations. Looking for ideas to give your bedroom a makeover? Here are some great ideas! [Real Simple] Despite a worldwide recession the toy industry just keeps on getting bigger. [Frugal [...] -
Fun Ways To Help a Child Learn
25 Jan 2012 | 8:00 amGrowing up in the 70′s and 80′s it seems as if learning was not nearly as fun as it is today. A prime example of learning when I was a kid? In kindergarten they taught us how important oral hygiene was buy dispensing small white fluoride pills! Do you remember those? It nearly tasted like [...] -
How To Prepare For the Next Winter Storm
24 Jan 2012 | 8:00 amI was watching Jimmy Kimmel LIVE and he was showing clips of cars sliding down streets in a massive snowstorm in Utah. Though comedians have a way of taking scary situations and making them funny, in real life there is nothing funny about winter accidents. Though this winter has been a bit gentle in the [...] -
Superbowl Snacks Made Simple: Easy Cheesy Dip
23 Jan 2012 | 2:00 pmOne of the best parts of watching football is the food! This past weekend while still recovering from bronchitis (ugh!), nothing that was going to stop me from making a favorite cheese dip for the playoffs. Though I was not able to attend some of the playoff parties that were going on I still found [...]
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SavingStar
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Toilet Paper Roll Artwork And Other Uses for TP Tubes
27 Jan 2012 | 2:52 pmI recently volunteered to work on a craft project with multiple classes at my girls’ school. As part of Operation Marionettes, I started collecting toilet paper rolls that the kids can paint to use as the marionettes’ legs and arms. It was only once I started putting all these rolls in a separate box that I realized that we go through a LOT of toilet paper, and my guess is, most families with kids do. I decided to try to see what else these rolls might be usable for before making their way into the recycle bin. (If you’re in the market for some tubes, or the toilet… -
It’s Quiz Time! Cereal Taglines
25 Jan 2012 | 1:26 pmAre you a lover of breakfast cereal? Take our quiz and see how well your brain has stored past and present taglines for some of your favorite cereal brands… and, don’t forget to take advantage of the eCoupon to save $1 when you buy 3 Kellogg’s cereals! Take the quiz! Having any flashbacks of Saturday mornings spent in front of the TV, clad in PJs, watching cartoons? Take a look at this old school Froot Loops commercial starring “before they were stars” versions of Seth Green and Giovanni Ribisi. If nothing else, it merits watching for the hairstyles… -
5 Simple Cracker Topper Ideas
21 Jan 2012 | 6:34 amI’m pretty sure my kids would starve if it weren’t for crackers. Somehow, despite being sourced from two very, very energetic eaters, my kids just aren’t into eating. A bite here, a nibble there, a few coerced spoonfuls, and then they proclaim themselves far too full to possibly eat any more. At least, this is the story at mealtime. But put a plate of crackers out mid-afternoon in front of the football game, and they’re piranhas. With one exciting weekend of playoff football behind us, and one rapidly approaching, I thought it be a good time to remind folks of… -
Win 6 Months of Free Groceries
13 Jan 2012 | 12:27 amupdate: The sweepstakes is now closed. We’ve selected our winner! Congratulations to Vickie from Winchester, VA!! Enter to win 6 months of free groceries! We’re celebrating SavingStar reaching 1 million users by giving away groceries to one lucky winner for 6 months (a $2500 value). Step 1: Click the green Enter button to start. Step 2: You’ll receive a personal link you can share with your friends to let them know about SavingStar. For each friend who you refer to SavingStar, you’ll receive an extra entry! You can track how many friends you referred by clicking on the… -
It’s Quiz Time! Celebrity Baby Names
11 Jan 2012 | 1:54 pmThis is exactly what the silhouette of my post-baby body looked like. Promise. So, as mentioned in the first minutes of nearly every single US newscast over the weekend, Beyonce Knowles and Jay-Z welcomed their first baby into the world, a little girl who they named Blue Ivy. Apparently, once you hit celebritydom, there is enormous pressure (or maybe it’s just an overly zealous sense of creative license?) to name your children things that are “off the beaten path” a bit… sometimes WAY off. Here are some notable examples of the kids whose parents decided to…
