I’ve been holding out on you for a few weeks. It has taken me that long to tell my family and to wrap my head around how to explain what exactly has happened. Let’s start on May 3, 2013. That’s the day that I received a phone call from my principal, where I work as a second grade teacher {and have worked full and part time for the past 10 years}. I was just finishing up a conference in Jekyll Island where I learned A TON of information about how to further this blog and gleaned just what I needed to make my vision come alive. I was on a high! I know God has been…
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Frugal Shopping: Six Ways to Save at the Grocery Store
Mama of 3 Munchkins15 May 2013 | 2:50 pmGrocery trips can save money, as long as you plan the right way! Here are six tactics to meeting your budget and saving money when out on food-buying trips! 1. Ban Unplanned Trips: Casual, spur-of-the-moment grocery store visits are trouble. You are more likely to buy only one or two items, which makes it easier to make unnecessary, extra purchases, and the tiny shopping trips like this can also waste gas and driving time. You are also more likely to be hungry on an unplanned shopping trip, which can also encourage unnecessary purchases without regard to current budgets. To save money, make… -
Even More Tips To Save Money – Daily
Girls Just Wanna Have Funds2 May 2013 | 5:00 amYou may be under the impression that you are surrounded with temptations and money-spending occasions. Why not take things the other way? Your daily life is packed with dozens of money saving opportunities. Grab 10 easy tips that will help you put a halt on overspending: 1. Plan in Advance And Go Grocery Shopping Only Once a Week You might not realize it just yet, but all those little extra things you buy everyday for your meals represent a whole lot of money. Not to mention that a half-empty fridge may lead you to go out to a restaurant for lunch or dinner, which is costly. So… -
Community Cannery Locations
About.com Frugal Living14 May 2013 | 2:00 amWant to learn how to can or just need a big kitchen to do it in? See if there's a cannery near you: Community Cannery Locations Have you ever used a community cannery? Please share your experience. Related Reading: What You Need to Get Started Canning FAQs About Home Canning Canning Glossary Save Money on Canning Jars Free Canning Jar Labels Photo © Flickr user thebittenword Follow on Facebook | Follow on Twitter | Follow on Pinterest -
10 Vital Steps to Freeing Yourself from the Burden of Debt
Girls Just Wanna Have Funds14 May 2013 | 5:31 amRecent economic difficulties being experienced throughout the world have created a number of problems for hard-working people, and one of the most significant is the problem of consumer debt. Faced with stagnant wages, rising costs of living and an increased risk of unemployment, many are being forced to turn to short-term loan-providers for financial relief. However, thousands of consumers are becoming reliant on debt, and that is having a profound effect on their lives. Breaking free from debt is never easy, but taking these ten important steps will certainly help. 1. Don’t Ignore the…
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Festival of Frugality #388
15 May 2013 | 6:20 amWelcome back to the Festival of Frugality – your weekly roundup of the web’s best articles and blogs on saving money and living a rich life! This week, we fire up the TARDIS with our companion – The Frugal Toad. In addition to the week’s best submissions from our readers, you’ll get a list of the top ten episodes of Doctor Who! Thank you to all who submitted articles, please keep them coming! Summer is coming, which means plenty of opportunities to write about ways to save money. If you would like to become a guest host for an upcoming festival please send us an… -
Festival of Frugality #387
7 May 2013 | 6:25 amWelcome back to the Festival of Frugality – your weekly roundup of the web’s best articles and blogs on saving money and living a rich life! This week, we welcome back Lance from Money Life and More; be sure to dig deep into this blog, it is a treasure trove of frugality resources! Thank you to all who submitted articles, please keep them coming! If you would like to become a guest host for an upcoming festival please send us an email so we can learn more about you. Until then, please keep submitting your frugality and personal finance articles to us! -
Festival #386
30 Apr 2013 | 7:26 amWelcome back to the Festival of Frugality – your weekly roundup of the web’s best articles and blogs on saving money and living a rich life! This week, we once again climb into the sprouting branches of Dewey’s Treehouse, where Mama Squirrel has laid out the rules to living like a millionaire! Thank you to all who submitted articles, please keep them coming! If you would like to become a guest host for an upcoming festival please send us an email so we can learn more about you. Until then, please keep submitting your frugality and personal finance articles to us! -
Festival #385
23 Apr 2013 | 7:32 amWelcome back to the Festival of Frugality – your weekly roundup of the web’s best articles and blogs on saving money and living a rich life! This week, we have a new host over at Moms Are Frugal – Blogger-in-Chief Michelle has curated our best submissions that work for families, individuals, and more! Thank you to all who submitted articles, can’t wait to get started on this week’s batch! If you would like to become a guest host for an upcoming festival please send us an email so we can learn more about you. Until then, please keep submitting your frugality and… -
Festival #384
16 Apr 2013 | 7:20 amWelcome back to the Festival of Frugality – your weekly roundup of the web’s best articles and blogs on saving money and living a rich life! This week, we welcome back Evolving Personal Finance – Emily has collected all of the best submissions for you to enjoy while waiting for your tax refund! Thank you to all who submitted articles, keep them coming! If you would like to become a guest host for Summer 2013 please send us an email so we can learn more about you. Until then, please keep submitting your frugality and personal finance articles to us!
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Going Out On The Town, Goodwill-Style
15 May 2013 | 10:43 pmMy husband and I are going to a fancy work reception next week. I looked through my closet and realized that the only even slightly dressy shoes I owned were a pair of flat sandals, and they pretty casual-looking. I am not a fan of heels, because I like to be able to walk without my feet hurting. But I decided to scout around Goodwill last week to see what I could find. For $15, I got a pair of Dansko heels that look like they have hardly ever been worn. I have a friend and a sister who swear by Dansko, and I knew they were good quality shoes (so did Goodwill,… -
Frugal Wall Art With Engineering Prints
8 May 2013 | 11:04 amA few months ago, I decided I wanted to blow up some photos for our walls. I had ordered some poster-size enlargements a few years ago for our living room, and although we love how they look, they definitely weren’t cheap. This time around, I went looking for a way to get some personalized wall art without spending big bucks. I discovered – thanks to Pinterest – that you can have “engineering prints" made from a picture, for just a few dollars. They’re supposed to be for blue prints, but you can print whatever you like, as long as you’re ok with blue… -
A Kitchen Cabinet Turned Into Shoe Storage
29 Apr 2013 | 2:23 pmFor a long time, we’ve had a tiny little set of shelves by our back door to hold shoes. We put the whole family’s shoes on it, and space was a bit tight. Plus, it always looked cluttered, since it had four people’s shoes crammed onto it and no doors or drawers to conceal them. I started looking for solutions at Goodwill and on Craigslist, but it wasn’t easy. The main factor was space: There’s only 30 inches between the wall and the door, and I also had to make sure that whatever I put there left room for the door to open and didn’t obscure the light… -
Decluttering Made Easy Giveaway Winner
25 Apr 2013 | 8:54 amAnd the winner is… comment number six! Congratulations to Victoria, who was comment number six on the Decluttering Made Easy giveaway. Victoria, I’ll send your info over to Tiffany so that she can get you set up with your subscription and you can get going with the videos. Best of luck with conquering the clutter. And many thanks to Tiffany for giving my readers a chance to win such a really cool (and clutter-free!) prize. -
Decluttering Made Easy – Enter To Win A Subscription!
18 Apr 2013 | 12:13 pmFor the last few years, I’ve been writing about getting rid of clutter and our efforts to have “just enough” stuff. It’s an ongoing process, because clutter always seems to make its way back in. But we’ve got a pretty good habit of “out with the old, in with the new” (secondhand new, of course!) that keeps our house reasonably presentable most of the time (we’ve got two little boys who are currently creating all sorts of play dough masterpieces on our kitchen floor, since I just made them a big batch of play dough this morning –…
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Puppy FAQs
18 May 2013 | 7:30 amFrom Dr. Jane Bicks At Life’s Abundance, we’re celebrating puppyhood. This is partly because we just launched our brand new Large Breed Puppy Food, but mostly because WE LOVE PUPPIES. Dr. Jane is tackling some frequently asked questions when it comes to baby dogs. Dr. Jane applies her considerable talent and demonstrates her insider’s knowledge in the review of just a handful of commonly posed queries, like … Why does my puppy have hiccups? What sorts of vaccinations does my puppy need? How common a medical problem are worms? Do what’s best for your pups, now and in the future,… -
DIY Repair Tips Save You Money
18 May 2013 | 5:30 amFrom Family Handyman There are some household repairs that are so simple that even the pros feel bad about charging for them (really!). Many of these plumbing, heating, electrical, air conditioning, and appliance repairs are simple things that homeowners overlook. Other solutions in this collection are less obvious, but all of these repairs can save you a big chunk of change the next time something goes wrong. Low water pressure at the faucet? Your toilet's not a garbage can Got a leak? No hot water? Refrigerator not cooling? No flame at the gas burners? Electric stove burner not heating? An… -
15 Ways to Upcycle Pillowcases
18 May 2013 | 2:29 amFrom Care2.com My favorite pillowcase crafts work with the design of the pillowcase. You’ve got that wide seam around the opening and all of the sturdy, serged side seams, and often instead of cutting apart the whole pillowcase, you can make those already-stitched parts work for you. You’ll see some of this in the selected projects on the next few pages. Read the entire article Sponsored by The Herbs Place - Wholesale Prices Always What's on Sale Now? * Women * Men * Children * Essential Oils * Cleansing * Weight… -
12 Surprising Uses for Garlic
11 May 2013 | 7:32 amFrom Care2.com There’s so much more to garlic than cooking and vampire slaying. From treating cold sores and athlete’s foot to repelling mosquitoes and repairing glass, click through for some clever ways to use garlic. Read the entire article. If you don't want to work with fresh garlic, it's also available as garlic oil gel caps, high-potency odor-controlled tablets, and powdered garlic capsules. Sponsored by The Herbs Place - Wholesale Prices Always What's on Sale Now? * Women * Men * Children * Essential Oils * Cleansing * Weight… -
How to Build a Self-watering Planter System
11 May 2013 | 4:30 amIf you like fresh vegetables and herbs from the garden but don't think you can have a garden of your own, this is the project for you. The Family Handyman editor, Elisa Bernick shows you how to build a sub irrigated planter (also called a self-watering planter) that will allow you to grow your veggies without having to water continually. You can take that summer vacation and all will be well when you return. Watch the how-to video now ... Sponsored by The Herbs Place - Wholesale Prices Always What's on Sale…
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Colleges Take Back No-Loan Promises
20 May 2013 | 11:04 amClaremont McKenna College (CMC) announced it will end its “No Package Loan” financial-aid policy beginning next fall for incoming freshmen, demonstrating the uphill struggle some colleges face in providing access to some of the neediest students. “The policy change represents a movement among a lot of colleges toward more merit-based and less need-based aid,” CMC junior Carly Lenderts told Campus Progress. “That shift harms low-income students more than this specific loan policy. As a middle-class student at a private college, I’m obviously biased toward need-based aid… -
Financial Aid News Roundup
19 May 2013 | 2:00 amThis week, news regarding financial aid and paying for college has really focused on student debt — both how to avoid and how it’s not really a good thing to have too much of it. We’ve banged the drum about avoiding debt whenever possible but also understand that it’s at best difficult not to go to college and incur at least some student loan debt. In fact, one of the best ways to maximize the value of your education is to not borrow more than you absolutely need to. Savings, scholarships, grants, credit by examination, income from a job – all of these things should… -
Private Colleges Propogate Wealth Gap
16 May 2013 | 2:00 amA recently released report found that private colleges are keeping the poor in debt while giving wealthier students a leg up with “merit” aid. The reasoning behind the policies that have resulted in this imbalance is somewhat counterintuitive: the economy. So, if you’re a poor student paying top dollar to attend a secondary institution, you’re not alone—and your wealthier classmates might be going on the cheap. Campus Progress reports that a recent white paper from the New America Foundation, a nonprofit public policy institute, notes an increase in merit aid awarded to… -
Maximize Your Summer Savings
15 May 2013 | 2:00 amIt’s summer and you want to have some fun. But you also need to work and try to hang on to some of that cash for school. It can be challenging for frugal scholars who are suddenly on their own for the first time – faced with all the variety and temptations that semi-adult life has to offer – and who have to figure out how to stretch those hard earned and saved dollars so that they don’t get a reputation as some kind of campus shut-in: like a Miss Havisham of the Quad. Fortunately, there are several ways you can make your money go farther without sacrificing all the fun and… -
Paying to Study Abroad: Tips for Funding Your International Education, part 2
14 May 2013 | 2:00 amIf you don’t win a scholarship or land a portable gig, paying to study overseas can be a little trickier. As I mentioned before, some schools will allow you to port their financial aid to an affiliated college abroad; but what if the program in which you’re interested isn’t affiliated with your school? The task of finding aid can be a little more daunting. While the financial situation is looking a little grim for U.S. citizens studying at overseas schools that are not approved by the Department of Education, it is not entirely hopeless. Students who are willing to transfer,…
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Strawberry Recipes
20 May 2013 | 4:10 amDig out the strawberry hullers and the canning jars; strawberry season has arrived. I'll be making loads of strawberry freezer jam with my berries. What will you be making? Strawberry Recipes Find a U-Pick Farm: pickyourown.org Photo © Krassy_Can_Do_It Follow on Facebook | Follow on Twitter | Follow on Pinterest -
No Pooing
16 May 2013 | 10:17 amTired of spending big bucks on chemical-laden shampoos and conditioners that never do what they promise? Ditch them and give no pooing (aka no shampooing) a try. Despite what the beauty companies want you to believe, baking soda and vinegar are all you really need to wash and condition your hair: Baking Soda Shampoo Vinegar Conditioner Are you already a no pooer? Tell us about your no-pooing experience (good or bad), and share any tips you have for beginners. Related Reading: Uses for Baking Soda More Uses for Vinegar Follow on Facebook | Follow on Twitter | Follow on Pinterest -
How to Spot the Store Version of Your Favorite Products
15 May 2013 | 8:31 amDid you know that sometimes the store brand is made by the same company as the name brand? Learn how to spot when this is true, and you'll save big: 5 Ways to Tell When the Store Brand is Identical to the Name Brand...Read Full Post -
Community Cannery Locations
14 May 2013 | 2:00 amWant to learn how to can or just need a big kitchen to do it in? See if there's a cannery near you: Community Cannery Locations Have you ever used a community cannery? Please share your experience. Related Reading: What You Need to Get Started Canning FAQs About Home Canning Canning Glossary Save Money on Canning Jars Free Canning Jar Labels Photo © Flickr user thebittenword Follow on Facebook | Follow on Twitter | Follow on Pinterest -
New Goodwill Outlet Locations
13 May 2013 | 2:00 amLooks like Goodwill Outlet stores are here to stay. I just added several new locations to the list. See if one of them is near you: Goodwill Outlet Locations Know of another outlet location? Please tell me about it. Related Reading: Goodwill Outlet Stores: What to Expect Save More at Thrift Stores How to Find Estate Sales Follow on Facebook | Follow on Twitter | Follow on Pinterest
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10 FREE Graduation Cards
7 May 2013 | 10:10 am10 FREE Graduation Cards Use Coupon Code: MYGRADUATION to grab your 10 free graduation cards. Hurry, this freebie expires June 2. Order your 10 FREE Graduation Cards from York Photo plus receive 40 Free Prints. Save 20% Larabar Save 25% Chex Gluten Free cereals Save $10.00 Netgear N300 Wireless Router with... Share this: -
Free 30 Day Organizer
6 May 2013 | 11:55 amFree 30 Day Organizer Sign up and receive a Free 30 Day Organizer and newsletter packed with recipes, craft ideas, and tips and advice for your home. Save 20% Larabar Save 25% Chex Gluten Free cereals Save $10.00 Netgear N300 Wireless Router with... Share this: -
Free Disney Parks Vacation Planning DVD – HURRY!
3 May 2013 | 4:17 pmFree Disney Parks Vacation Planning DVD – HURRY! Get Your Free Disney Parks Vacation Planning DVD. Save 20% Larabar Save 25% Chex Gluten Free cereals Save $10.00 Netgear N300 Wireless Router with... Share this: -
Homemade Play Dough Recipe
28 Apr 2013 | 4:12 pmHomemade Play Dough Recipe ~~>> Paleo Recipe Book – Brand New Paleo Cookbook ~~>> Over 370 Recipes plus FREE bonuses http://www.totallyrecipes.com/paleo-recipe-book-brand-new-paleo-cookbook/ Save money on play time and fun time with this homemade play dough recipe. 1 1/2 cups of flour 3/4 cups of salt 1 1/2 cups water 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/2 tablespoon cream [...] -
Walmart – Deal of the Day – HURRY!
27 Apr 2013 | 3:46 pmWalmart – Deal of the Day – HURRY! Click on banner and receive Walmart’s Value of the Day. Save 20% Larabar Save 25% Chex Gluten Free cereals Save $10.00 Netgear N300 Wireless Router with... Share this:
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Uses for witch hazel
17 May 2013 | 10:07 amWitch hazel is a cheap product that has multiple uses. Many people use it for sunburn or bug-bite relief, apply after shaving or use as deodorant. Use it to clean chrome, glass and mirrors or to clean jewelry, too. In a spray bottle, combine 1/2 cup witch hazel, 1 cup of water and about 15 drops of lavender, grapefruit, eucalyptus or cedar essential oil and use the mixture as an air freshener or to clean countertops. The first reader tip shares another idea: Use witch hazel to reduce irritation: I love witch hazel. I use it for a daily astringent and after I get my eyebrows waxed! I run home… -
Remove odors from luggage
17 May 2013 | 9:58 amDear Sara: My relative just gave me a nice set of cloth luggage, but the cases have a musty odor. Do you have any suggestions for removing it? — Kay G., email Dear Kay: I would leave it open outside on a porch to air out. Next, use an odor absorber, such as kitty litter, baking soda, coffee grounds, charcoal (which you can find in the fish section at the pet store) or newspaper. Place one or more of these absorbers in the luggage and close it tight. After a few days you can remove the absorber and the smell will be much better. In the future, place some crumpled newspaper in the luggage… -
Pack lightly when traveling
7 May 2013 | 12:42 pmDear Sara: My friend informed me that although she and her husband are beyond tight with money, they are going on a trip to Europe. She just spent the past year slowly updating her wardrobe, swapping all of her items for newer versions. But even with her new wardrobe, she says she MUST go buy more clothes to wear while away. I’m just baffled why she can’t pack what she’s already got in her closet. Do you shop for new outfit(s)/wardrobe just for travel? — Libby, Canada Dear Libby: I wouldn’t buy much for a trip anywhere. I wouldn’t want to look too flashy… -
Use free product samples
7 May 2013 | 12:29 pmFree product samples let you try before you buy. While some samples are full-sized, many are trial-sized or single-use. They’re the perfect size for travel, and they make nice add-on gifts or donation items, too. They work well to supplement the products you normally buy. A few product samples can help in a pinch if you run out of something such as soap or shampoo; they can save you a trip to the store. The first reader tip shares how samples help her budget: Sign up for samples: Get all the free samples you can find online, then actually use them! I am always using shampoo and… -
Save money with a toaster oven
7 May 2013 | 12:05 pmToaster ovens are a great alternative to regular ovens. They cost less to operate and won’t heat up your kitchen as much. You can cook or bake most anything in it that you would in a regular oven, but in smaller portions. Using a toaster is still your cheapest option for toast and bagels, but you can bake, broil, roast or reheat foods such as sandwiches, appetizers, mini pizzas, fish, beef, poultry, desserts, etc., in a toaster oven, too. They work well during holidays if your regular oven is full. Visit your local library and look for toaster oven cookbooks, or search online to find…
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Huge Discount on Le Creuset Cast Iron French Oven Cookware!
20 May 2013 | 11:46 amI’ve found a deal on Le Creuset Cast-Iron French Oven Cookware! I compared the prices to Amazon and these seem like a huge discount! Tanga is offering three sizes today in granite. This updated kitchen classic enhances the cooking process by evenly distributing heat and locking in the optimal amount of moisture. With ergonomic handles and an advanced interior enamel that resists chipping and cleans easily, Le Creuset’s French ovens – also known as Dutch ovens – blend the best of the past with the latest innovations in comfort and functionality. * Color: Granite Le Creuset… -
Walmart: Lloyd’s Barbecue Pork Tubs – $0.75
20 May 2013 | 11:35 amHere’s a great Walmart deal for you: Lloyd’s Barbecue Pork Tubs, 2 pk – $2.50 Use $1/1 Lloyd’s Barbecue Product Coupon Final Price $1.50 for a 2 pk or $0.75/each! Thanks Thrifty Jinxy! Walmart doesn’t double coupons but they will price match the exact same item. Just take your ad with you and let them know at checkout the competitor’s ad price. (Some Walmart’s showcase competitor ads at the front of the store and already have it programmed into their system.) Prices could vary by region. I also highly suggesting printing out the Walmart coupon… -
Printable Coupon Roundup: Dole, Softsoap, Windex, DoveBar, and Many more!
20 May 2013 | 10:57 amHere’s several new printable coupons worth printing. Print these while you can! Pet Care B2G2 Free Purina Pro Plan cat food, 3oz cans $3.00 off one Purina Pro Plan dry Cat Food, 7 lb $5.00 off Any Two (2) PetArmor products Hormel + BBQ! $1.00 off any 1 LLOYD’S Barbeque product $1.00 off any two HORMEL Bacon Toppings $1.00 off HORMEL ALWAYS TENDER meat $1.00 off 2 HORMEL NATURAL CHOICE products $1.00 off 2 HORMEL Pepperoni packages $3.00 off one HORMEL Party Tray product $1.00 off 2 HORMEL Chicken Breast products Cleaning, Scrubbing + Body Care $1.50 off on any Windex Touch-Up… -
New Pampers Gifts to Grow Free Code {20 Points Total}
20 May 2013 | 10:55 amAre you member of the Pampers Gifts to Grow Program? You can get 100 FREE points just by signing up. Enter code NLMAYFLOWER2013to get an additional 10 points and TWITB5T17PAEM13 for another 10 points! Sign up here —>>> Pampers Gifts to Grow Program If you are not a Gifts to Grow member, you will want to sign up for this completely free program. You don’t even have to have a child in diapers because there is often free codes you will find! Find more free codes. Related StoriesPampers Gifts to Grow Free Code {10 Points}{New… -
Weight Watchers Magazine Deal $4.49/year
20 May 2013 | 10:00 amToday only, subscribe to Weight Watchers Magazine for only $4.49 per year (67% off)! You can order up to 4 years at this price! Just enter coupon code BARGAINBRIANA This offer expires at Monday 05/20/13 11:59 PM EST 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 gifts! Looking for a different magazine? Find additional magazine deals. Related StoriesFitness Magazine Subscription Deal $4.99/yearMagazine Deal: Car &…
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How to get more rides at Disney for less?
15 May 2013 | 11:58 pmAmusement parks can be a great vacation, especially if you like rides that test your ability to hold your lunch. The more popular amusement parks, like the Disney family of parks, are busy much of the year. And busy can mean long wait times on the rides. Since time is far more valuable than money, it would make sense that there would be a way to buy less time in line for those who value their time with their family highly enough. And indeed there is: the Disney VIP Tour Services. For between $300 and $400 per hour, a Disney VIP Tour Guide will give your family five-star treatment,… -
Price-check guarantees are a great bargain … for businesses?
27 Apr 2013 | 12:21 amI was chatting with a coworker a few days ago, and the topic of price-check guarantees came up. A price-check guarantee at a grocery store says something like this: “If an item rings up for more than the price on the shelf, we’ll knock $3 off of the lower price. If the item is less than $3, you get it free.” I’ve caught errors like this before, and I’ve been more than happy to get the mis-priced items for next to nothing. My line of reasoning was that this was a whip to keep their prices accurate, and to provide a good customer experience if they didn’t. -
Extremely low-tech greywater toilet flushing system
30 Mar 2013 | 10:41 pmUtilities make up a dependable expense in a family’s budget. Along with grocery expenses, it’s also a place that usually has a bit of slop that can be removed if things get tight. And if cleanliness is next to godliness, certainly we all take regular showers or baths. The extent to which we do this directly affects our utility bills. A typical shower or bath consumes on the order of 30 to 40 gallons of water. It’s easy to estimate this: Start filling the tub. Note the time. Grab a pitcher — we used a gallon pitcher — and measure how long it takes to fill the… -
Five ways to use loyalty cards effectively
23 Mar 2013 | 11:36 pmMany stores offer loyalty cards. These plastic cards often come in pairs: one for your wallet, and a smaller one with a hole in it for your keychain. Presenting the loyalty card at checkout entitles you to special prices on particular products, as well as other periodic perks like announcements of special sales, follow-on coupons, etc. Stores don’t provide loyalty programs out of the goodness of their hearts. Providing the customer loyalty program costs them money, and they want to profit by it. They get their money back either by targeted advertising that others pay for, or by… -
Don’t believe the “replace toner cartridge” warning
20 Mar 2013 | 6:47 amPrinters have sure come a long way. I fondly remember by Commodore MPS-801 dot matrix printer with 42 pixels — total — for each letter. It used continuous fanfold paper and only printed in one direction. Fast forward thirty years. (Yikes!) Now our current printer does full color, two-sided, in pretty much any font I want. The Brother HL-4070CDW printer cost us about the same, in current dollars, as my MPS-801 did back in the mid 1980s. I still think the cost of ownership for our Brother printer is less, but the toner cartridges are expensive. A full set of…
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Walmart: Lloyd’s BBQ Lunch Size Tubs Just 75¢!
20 May 2013 | 2:02 pmWalmart Coupon Policy * Price Matching Policy * Current Walmart Deals Remember Walmart prices may differ but check yours for these money savers! Items listed may not be found at all stores. Check out the deal at Walmart on the Lloyd’s BBQ lunch size tubs! Lloyd’s BBQ Lunch Size Twin Pack $2.50 Use $1.00 off any 1 LLOYD’S Barbeque product Final price: Final price: $1.50 (.75 per tub) You just finished reading Walmart: Lloyd’s BBQ Lunch Size Tubs Just 75¢!! Consider leaving a comment! Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook! You might want to check out our… -
Sign Up For FedEx Delivery Manager – Get packages Delivered On Your Time!
20 May 2013 | 1:49 pmFedEx Delivery Manager – Deliveries on your schedule. Built to make your life easier, FedEx Delivery Manager gives you the power to customize your home deliveries to fit your busy life. Get alerts via email and text message! Click the above banner to get started. You just finished reading Sign Up For FedEx Delivery Manager – Get packages Delivered On Your Time!! Consider leaving a comment! Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook! You might want to check out our other sites MyRoyalKitchen & RedCarpetMamas. Helpful Links: Printable Coupons | Online Shopping Codes |How to… -
Wash away the rainy day blues with these activities
20 May 2013 | 1:35 pmI am always looking for something to keep my kids busy when it is raining and yucky outside. Here are a few things I do with my kids and they actually look forward to rainy days now! Our rainy day activity kit changes each time but this gives you an idea of some fun things to keep around for those days you are always hearing the kids say “I’m bored!” Check out these offers and keep your rainy days interesting! NOTICE: Amazon prices are subject to change at any time. We cannot guarantee that this price will be the same price when you attempt to… -
Oneida Bakeware as Low as $1.99 With FREE Shipping!
20 May 2013 | 1:07 pmToday only, you can score FREE Shipping at Oneida.com with NO minimum purchase required! Just use code: FREESHIP at checkout! You’ll want to check out the awesome deals on bakeware which is up to 70% off (as low as $1.99) in their sale section. Click the “sale” link at the top right side of their homepage to check them all out! You just finished reading Oneida Bakeware as Low as $1.99 With FREE Shipping!! Consider leaving a comment! Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook! You might want to check out our other sites MyRoyalKitchen & RedCarpetMamas. Helpful… -
GFF Red Hot Deals Thru 5/21
20 May 2013 | 12:03 pmGFF doubles coupons every day EXCEPT Monday, Wed. & Fridays! They do not take printables and will only double 1 “like” coupon per day up to $1.00. Here’s your red hot deals good thru 5/21: Super Pack Ground Chuck -2.49 LB Best Choice Drinking Water 24-pk 2.49 (.10 per bottle) LIMIT 2 Jenos Pizzas.75 Always Save Soda 2-liters .67 Produce: Hass Avocados 3/$1.00 Yellow Squash .49/lb. Eggplant .49 ea. Fresh Blueberries 6-oz. $1.50 Vidalia Onions 3-lb bag $2.99 Jonagold Apples .99/lb. Braeburn Apples .99/lb. You just finished reading GFF Red Hot Deals Thru 5/21! Consider leaving a…
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I'm Still Learning: Plumbing Lesson
16 May 2013 | 2:12 pmNew Plumber in the House is a post I wrote after (successfully!) fixing a toilet valve that wouldn't shut off. I'm not much of a plumber and don't intend to be at this stage of life, but I did feel good about that. I don't know about teaching old dogs new tricks, but if you're an... um... older person like me, you can learn new things, too. As a matter of fact, the more new things we learn, the -
Natural resource: cardboard boxes
29 Mar 2013 | 12:10 pmOne of those "natural resources" of modern living is cardboard. Cardboard boxes are so common that we often don't even notice them. Almost every product we buy - even some groceries - come in cardboard boxes. What do we do with them? Many of them are thrown away with no other use at all. What CAN we do with them? A lot. Here are a few ideas: As a receptacle for branches, grass, weeds and -
Water Savings
15 Mar 2013 | 12:45 amWith the drought continuing in many places, using fresh, treated water from the tap for everything is beginning to seem very wasteful. If you want to save water and save money, too, there are a lot of ways to do it. For instance, at any given time you walk into my kitchen, there will be a glass or glasses set back on the counter with varying levels of water in them. I fill each one as water -
Here Comes Peter Cottontail! It's Nearly Easter
6 Mar 2013 | 11:00 pmHopping down the bunny trail...Hippety, hoppety, Easter's on its way! And so it is. Easter is early this year, so if you'd like to do something a little different, it's time to get started. I'm making Easter baskets and remembering those nights before Easter when the kids were little when we used to color eggs. What a mess it made! It was fun, though. I didn't realize at the time how much more -
Teach Others to Yearn For What You Have
21 Feb 2013 | 8:57 am"If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work, and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea." - Antoine St Exupery There is wisdom in this quote. We can put it to good frugal use if we think just a little bit. Is there someone you know who could benefit from learning to save money or controlling expenses? Don't try to teach
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Frugal Upstate
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Finger Lakes Chicken Marinade
16 May 2013 | 6:24 amHere’s an great chicken marinade that I’ve had for years. I’m not sure how “Finger Lakes” it really is–but that’s what it was called when the recipe was given to me. The unusual combination of mayonnaise and vinegar in the marinade helps to both tenderize and moisten the chicken. The acid in the vinegar is the tenderizer and the mayonnaise adds moisture. While you’ll get a good flavor at the minimum marination time of 2 hours, I think it’s far better at 4 or more! Print Finger Lakes Chicken Marinade Ingredients2/3 C Mayonnaise 1 C… -
Thanks Dove for the Mom 2.0 Summit!
15 May 2013 | 10:10 amI wasn’t planning on attending the Mom 2.o Summit this year. Earlier in the year when the tickets first went on sale I had considered it–it’s a stellar conference (I attended the inaugural one in Houston years back) and lots of fantastic folks I knew were going. Not only that, but it was being held at the Ritz Carlton in Laguna California. I mean seriously!!! But I just couldn’t plan my life out that far–the spring is a busy time (kids, gardening, work) and I was pretty sure that I’d be heading down to Walmart Headquarters in Bentonville in June… -
How to Tune Up Your Bike for Spring
13 May 2013 | 1:39 pmThis is my bicycle. I bought it in Bel Air Maryland in 1990 shortly after I arrived at my Officer Basic Course for the US Army at Aberdeen Proving Grounds. It’s a Gary Fisher 13″ Marlin and I believe it cost me $400–making it (at the time) the most costly thing I had ever purchased for myself. It was never ridden particularly hard, but I have used it over the years. It’s a well traveled bike–it’s been in Maryland, Germany, Virginia, Alabama, Tennessee, Virginia (again) and finally New York. It is now (ack!) 23 years old. I think in that time… -
Walmart’s Great Value Brand Gets a Makeover
9 May 2013 | 6:38 pmI think by now all of you know that the Walmart house brand is called “Great Value”. And if I asked any of you what the Great Value brand looks like–you’d say “A white package with blue lettering and a photo of the item on it”. Except now it’s not! Great Value has had a makeover. They’ve changed up the packaging to look a whole lot less like the the black and white “generic” brand stuff of the 1980′s (any of you old enough to remember that?) and more like a, well, brand. Now these changes are slowly being rolled… -
Buying Local: Eggs
9 May 2013 | 6:11 amIn the last year or so I’ve become very interested in buying more locally when possible–especially locally produced food items. I grow my own veggies–which is about as local as you can get. I purchase additional vegetables and fruits from preserving at our local farmers market (the ones not purchased from farmers themselves come from a vegetable “auction” up in Syracuse–all from w/in NY and PA). Our venison is obviously local (go Yankee Bill!) and I purchase a 1/2 pig from a local organic CSA. (note: Yes, obviously I still buy a lot of…
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Squawkfox
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What I really want for Mother’s Day
26 Apr 2013 | 7:41 pmHaving trouble viewing this? CLICK HERE Recipes Shopping Holidays Travel Budget Downloads New? Start Here! Holidays, Saving What I really want for Mother's Day The perfect Mother's Day gift doesn't have to cost anything at all. Read More » Like Squawkfox Follow @squawkfox Google+ Squawkfox The Squawkfox Frugal Living Blog is by Kerry K. Taylor Web: www.squawkfox.com | Facebook: facebook.com/squawkfox Copyright © 2013 Squawkfox.com. All rights reserved. -
Find $100, pick it up?
20 Apr 2013 | 8:23 pmHaving trouble viewing this? CLICK HERE Recipes Shopping Holidays Travel Budget Downloads New? Start Here! Saving Find $100, pick it up? Finding a one hundred dollar bill is awesome fun. But should you keep it? Read More » 50 Ways to Save $1,000 a Year Fifty (nearly) painless ways to stash some extra cash. Read More » The real reason you're broke Are you broke? Well, stop whining about it and find out why. Read More » Like Squawkfox Follow @squawkfox Google+ Squawkfox The Squawkfox Frugal Living Blog is by Kerry K. Taylor… -
8 Ways to celebrate Easter for under $5
29 Mar 2013 | 12:41 pmHaving trouble viewing this? CLICK HERE Recipes Shopping Holidays Travel Budget Downloads New? Start Here! Holidays 8 Ways to celebrate Easter for under $5 How to dye Easter eggs, play egg games, and crack the egging consumerism. Read More » Make a banned Kinder Surprise Egg for 80% less Can't buy a Kinder Surprise Egg due to the border ban? Make a safer and cheaper surprise egg with this frugal project. Read More » Like Squawkfox Follow @squawkfox Google+ Squawkfox The Squawkfox Frugal Living Blog is by Kerry K. Taylor Web:… -
Make a healthier McDonald’s Egg McMuffin for 65% less
23 Mar 2013 | 7:52 amHaving trouble viewing this? CLICK HERE Recipes Shopping Holidays Travel Budget Downloads New? Start Here! Food, Saving Make a healthier McDonald's Egg McMuffin for 65% less A tasty and easy recipe for making a homemade Egg McMuffin. Yes, the photos are fun. Read More » Like Squawkfox Follow @squawkfox Google+ Squawkfox The Squawkfox Frugal Living Blog is by Kerry K. Taylor Web: www.squawkfox.com | Facebook: facebook.com/squawkfox Copyright © 2013 Squawkfox.com. All rights reserved. -
Call Me Maybe: Why my $783 unlocked iPhone is a ringin’ deal
2 Mar 2013 | 8:21 pmHaving trouble viewing this? CLICK HERE Recipes Shopping Holidays Travel Budget Downloads New? Start Here! Saving Call Me Maybe: Why my $783 unlocked iPhone is a ringin' deal Can you save money with an unlocked cell phone? I show you how! Read More » Compare cell phone plans to save money Save money with this easy-to-use spreadsheet. Read More » Do you really need that upgrade? Stop and think before upgrading to that new device. Read More » Like Squawkfox Follow @squawkfox Google+ Squawkfox The Squawkfox Frugal Living Blog…
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Printable Coupons | Deal Seeking Mom™
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Kashi Cereal $1.01 at Target
20 May 2013 | 12:00 pmHere's a new $2/2 Kashi Cereals printable coupon that makes for a great deal at Target this week. You can pick up two boxes of Kashi Cereal for as low as $1.01 each with your coupon and a Target Cartwheel discount. (You can search the 'foods' category to find this coupon quickly.) Here's the deal: Kashi Berry Fruitful Cereal, $2.23 ea. 10% off Kashi Cereal (Target Cartwheel) $2/2 Kashi Cereals printable coupon $1.01 each wyb 2 after coupons! Check out more great Target deals before you go. Thanks, My Frugal Adventures! Kashi Cereal $1.01 at Target was first posted on May 20, 2013 at… -
Hormel Pepperoni $0.50 at Dollar Tree
20 May 2013 | 11:50 amHere are some new Hormel printable coupons that make for great deals, especially at Dollar Tree this week. You may find the 1.75 oz. pack of pepperoni on sale for $1 - which means you could pick up a pack for as low as $0.50! Here's the deal: Hormel Pepperoni (1.75 oz.), $1 ea. $1/2 Hormel Pepperoni Package printable As low as $0.50 after coupon! Check out the Coupon Database for more great Hormel product printable coupons. Don't miss more great Dollar Tree deals. Thanks, For The Mommas! Hormel Pepperoni $0.50 at Dollar Tree was first posted on May 20, 2013 at 2:50 pm. ©2008-12 Deal Seeking… -
Fresh Sweet Corn FREE at Target
20 May 2013 | 11:45 amHere's a new $1 off Fresh Vegetable purchase of $1 or more Target printable coupon that makes for some FREE Corn on the Cob at Target this week! Here's the deal: Fresh Sweet Corn in the Husk, 4/$1 $1 off Fresh Vegetable Purchase of $1+ Target Mobile Coupon (text SPRING to 827438) exp 5/22/13 $1 Off Fresh Vegetable Purchase of $1 or more Target Mobile Coupon (text PICNIC to 827438) exp 6/12/13 FREE after coupon! Check out more great Target deals before you go. Thanks, Common Sense with Money! Fresh Sweet Corn FREE at Target was first posted on May 20, 2013 at 2:45 pm. ©2008-12 Deal Seeking… -
Monday Mail-In Rebates: P&G, Fekkai, Dr. Scholl’s + More!
20 May 2013 | 11:30 amMonday MIRs are brought to you by Christina from Northern Cheapskate. Her passion is helping people take control of their finances through coupon-clipping, freebie-finding and frugal living strategies. P&G. Get a $10 prepaid card by mail wyb $30 worth of participating P&G products at select retailers before 6/30/13. Kellogg's. Collect codes from inside specially marked packages of Kellogg's cereals and get FREE movie tickets, Monster University music downloads, or a Monsters University pillow case. Offer ends 12/31/13. Fekkai. Get a $20 prepaid card by mail wyb $50 worth of Fekkai… -
FREE Pocket Father’s Day Photo Book
20 May 2013 | 11:15 amFather's Day is fast approaching, and finding the perfect gift doesn't need to be a frenzied feat! There's no better or easier way to say, "thanks" than with a personalized photo book of favorite moments and happy memories shared with Dad, and right now new customers can score a FREE photo book from My Publisher! Here's how to get your FREE photo book: Visit MyPublisher and enter your email address You'll be sent a custom code for your FREE photo book This promotion ends soon (5/30) This promotion entitles new MyPublisher customers to one (1) FREE 20-page Photo Finish Pocketbook OR $19.99 off…
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Printable Manufacturer Grocery Coupons 2012 | Savings Lifestyle
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Meijer Deals: New mPerks Coupons – May 20
20 May 2013 | 2:00 pmThere are several new Meijer mPerks coupons available this evening. As always, be sure to check the mPerks site for a full list, but here are my favorites: $0.25/1 Barilla Pasta $0.75/1 Meijer String Cheese, 20 – 24 oz $1/4 Meijer Boxed Cereals, 11 – 24 oz $0.25/1 Meijer Natural Tomatoes, 14.5 oz $1.25/1 Arm & Hammer Ultra Power 4x Detergent $1/4 Meijer Classic Pizza, 20.5 – 22.9 oz If you’ve not yet signed up for Meijer mPerks – it is an electronic coupon savings program recently developed by Meijer. When you checkout, just select the mPerks logo on the… -
*NEW* Softsoap Body Wash Coupon = $2 at Meijer
20 May 2013 | 1:00 pmPrint a Softsoap coupon to save $0.75 on (1) Softsoap Body Wash, 15 oz or Larger. You can grab a nice deal at Meijer (and probably most stores) with this coupon! Here are the details: $3 Softsoap Body Wash, 15 oz $0.75/1 Softsoap Body Wash Coupon Net Price $2 each Print $0.75/1 Softsoap Body Wash Coupon here. Click on “Personal Care” to find it quickly. Find more great coupons in the Coupon Database! Disclaimer: This post contains a link to an affiliate. See my Disclaimer Policy for additional information. -
How to Earn Money as a General Transcriptionist
20 May 2013 | 12:45 pmThree years ago my husband decided to go back to school for an MBA. I was great at saving money, but now I needed to find a way to earn money. None of the income-earning ideas that I read about online intrigued me until I stumbled upon something called general transcription. What is Transcription? Transcription is turning audio or video into a written, typed format. A general transcriptionist works on interviews, podcasts, speeches, forums, sermons, financial calls, etc. There is also legal and medical transcription, but those require either prior legal experience or taking a medical… -
Free Stuff: Traditional Medicinals Organic Teas, Sandy Wipes, Superfoods + More
20 May 2013 | 12:00 pmThe Free Stuff page has been updated with some great freebies! Here are a few highlights for your convenience: Traditonal Medicinals Organic Teas (10,000 available) Sandy Wipes MIO Fit Sample Superfoods by Ashley Reiss The Buggy List by Courtney Rice Gager Several more! Search the Free Stuff page to see a comprehensive list of active Freebies! Disclaimer: This post contains a link to an affiliate. By using the links above, you are supporting the site at no cost to you. See my Disclaimer Policy for additional information. -
Staples Deal: 100 Glad Kitchen Trash Bags, $9.99
20 May 2013 | 11:30 amThis week, Staples is offering an awesome deal on 100 Glad Kitchen Trash Bags for only $9.99. It is on sale for $12.99 but you will save an additional $3 off instant savings during online checkout which will drop the price to $9.99. This will make each bag $0.09/each and this beats the 40 Glad Trash Bag deals that are normally $5.99 on sale at the grocery. I snagged this deal last year and was really excited to see it bag again! You can save on shipping by picking up in-store. Disclaimer: This post contains a link to an affiliate. See my Disclaimer Policy for additional information.
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Moms Need To Know ™
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Free At The Drug Stores | Week of May 19, 2013
20 May 2013 | 9:15 amHeading to the drug stores this week and missed the weekly drug store posts? Here are the best deals this week at CVS, Rite Aid and Walgreens! Rite Aid Coupon Deals – Week of May 19, 2013 CVS Coupon Deals – Week of May 19, 2013 Walgreens Coupon Deals – Week of May 19, 2013 Shopping somewhere else this week? Check out the rest of the coupon matchups that I have posted! Request a Moms Need To Know Coupon Class in your area!Coupons.com l SmartSource Coupons l Red Plum Coupons l Drug Store Deals l Grocery Store DealsFree At The Drug Stores | Week of May 19, 2013 is a post from:… -
Free Book Downloads For Children
20 May 2013 | 9:09 amPlease note that Free Kindle Downloads are “limited time only” and we usually have no notice when the offer will be over. If you are interested in getting these books, I highly suggest doing so now! Don’t have a Kindle? Amazon has free apps that will let you read these books on your your Smartphone, computer or iPad/tablet! Here are the most popular Free ebooks for children that you can download from Amazon for the day Tongue Twisters for Kids Riley Weber (Author, Illustrator) (1610) Download: $0.00 (Visit the Top Free in Children’s eBooks list for authoritative… -
30 New Points From Recyclebank!
20 May 2013 | 8:16 amRecyclebank has released another 30 points that you can easily earn! Description: Find out how to save energy and get energized outdoors this summer for 30 Recyclebank Points. Just head to Recyclebank (and make sure that you are logged in to your account) to get your points! Recyclebank points can be redeemed for high-value coupons for organic and healthy items, magazine subscriptions and even gift cards to some of your favorite stores! Want more freebies? Check out the other recent freebies that I have posted. Make sure that you also check out my Getting Freebies the Smart Way post to avoid… -
Free Samples of Airborne
20 May 2013 | 7:38 amWhile supplies last, you can request 4 free samples of Airborne! Limit 1 per household; allow 6-8 weeks for delivery. Want more freebies? Check out the other recent freebies that I have posted. Make sure that you also check out my Getting Freebies the Smart Way post to avoid having your email inundated with spam! Thanks Cha-Ching on a Shoestring! Request a Moms Need To Know Coupon Class in your area!Coupons.com l SmartSource Coupons l Red Plum Coupons l Drug Store Deals l Grocery Store DealsFree Samples of Airborne is a post from: Moms Need To Know™. Use of this feed is for personal… -
Top Free Kindle Downloads of the Day
20 May 2013 | 7:20 amPlease note that Free Kindle Downloads are “limited time only” and we usually have no notice when the offer will be over. If you are interested in getting these books, I highly suggest doing so now! Don’t have a Kindle? Amazon has free apps that will let you read these books on your your Smartphone, computer or iPad/tablet! Here are the most popular Free ebooks that you can download from Amazon for the day After the Ashes Cheryl Howe (Author) (31) Download: $0.00 (Visit the Top Free in Kindle eBooks list for authoritative information on this product’s current rank.) #1:…
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Girls Just Wanna Have Funds
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10 Vital Steps to Freeing Yourself from the Burden of Debt
14 May 2013 | 5:31 amRecent economic difficulties being experienced throughout the world have created a number of problems for hard-working people, and one of the most significant is the problem of consumer debt. Faced with stagnant wages, rising costs of living and an increased risk of unemployment, many are being forced to turn to short-term loan-providers for financial relief. However, thousands of consumers are becoming reliant on debt, and that is having a profound effect on their lives. Breaking free from debt is never easy, but taking these ten important steps will certainly help. 1. Don’t Ignore the… -
Float Announces New Planned Spending Program to Build Interest-free Credit Line
6 May 2013 | 7:12 amFloat Money (www.floatmoney.com) first appeared on this blog a while back when they were beginning to build awareness for their very unique interest-free loan service. Now, they’re back to announce the Float Planned Spending Program launch. The Planned Spending Program (or PSP) is designed to appeal to budget-conscious people trying to find a way to create a budget cushion or a “rainy day” fund via Float’s no-interest and no-fees credit line. The PSP system automatically delivers gift cards on a schedule the user creates so they can do their local shopping. You set up your recurring… -
Even More Tips To Save Money – Daily
2 May 2013 | 5:00 amYou may be under the impression that you are surrounded with temptations and money-spending occasions. Why not take things the other way? Your daily life is packed with dozens of money saving opportunities. Grab 10 easy tips that will help you put a halt on overspending: 1. Plan in Advance And Go Grocery Shopping Only Once a Week You might not realize it just yet, but all those little extra things you buy everyday for your meals represent a whole lot of money. Not to mention that a half-empty fridge may lead you to go out to a restaurant for lunch or dinner, which is costly. So… -
Identity Theft: Ain’t Nobody Got Time For That
1 May 2013 | 5:46 amIdentity theft has exploded over the last decade with the advent of the Internet and increasingly stealthy methods to gain access to your financial information. If gone undetected, months if illicit activity could lead to years to financial devastation. And, because we’re all about keeping our money in check, ain’t nobody got time for that! Here are some simple, practical tips on how to prevent ID theft: Monitor your accounts daily. Make an effort to monitor your credit accounts. The reason is that a single case of identity theft could spiral into months of abuse on your… -
Free Flights + Hotel Stays: Get Your Southwest Air Rewards Card Here!
30 Apr 2013 | 5:00 amSouthwest Air is hands down my favorite airline, second only to Jet Blue. When I came across the Southwest Rewards card I jumped on the deal because I have quite a few trips planned this year. And earning free airline tickets via the Rapid Rewards program can’t hurt! If you travel a lot then you know expenses racks up quickly and anything you can do to get a few freebies and perks makes it easier on your wallet. You’ll love Southwest Air for the following reasons: No baggage fees Great customer service Always on time (flights are rarely late in my experiences with…
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Sustainablog
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How to Buy an Energy Efficient Water Heater [Infographic]
20 May 2013 | 10:47 amAccording to the US Energy Information Administration, heating water doesn’t consume quite as much energy as it did twenty years ago. It does still represent over 17% of the average home’s energy consumption, though, so any increases in efficiency will make a difference in energy use and electricity bills. There are a lot of different types of water heaters on the market, though, so how do you know which one will work most efficiently for your living environment? Our friends at The Home Depot put together this infographic to give you all the information you need on water heaters… -
Ten Ways to Conserve Water and Paper
20 May 2013 | 10:07 amWater and forests are among the most precious natural resources on the planet. Unfortunately, they are consumed at an increasingly fast pace. Learning to reduce our consumption is crucial to the preservation of these vital resources. Here are a few simple tips to help you save on water and paper daily. Saving Water Take a shower instead of a bath. If you don’t linger in the shower for a half hour, it is the most ecological option. A five-minute showers will use between 30 and 80 liters of water, while a bath needs about 175. Don’t leave the water running when you wash your hands or your… -
Recycling: Kinda’ Like Punching Hitler in the Nose
17 May 2013 | 10:46 amRemember the song “Let’s Do It for Our Country” from Grease 2? It turns out such persuasive approaches really work (and for more than sexual conquest): Robert Long at The New Republic points to a few studies showing that conservatives are more likely to recycle when such activity is tied to values like patriotism. That’s interesting, but what I really enjoyed in his post were past efforts to tie waste collection and reuse to national pride. For instance, during World War II, paper recycling was portrayed as key to defeating Hitler: The Office of War Information and… -
Harvesting Justice 14: A Penny a Pound, Plus Power – the Coalition of Immokalee Workers Changes History
16 May 2013 | 8:58 amBy Tory Field and Beverly Bell Part 14 of the Harvesting Justice series As Wendy’s shareholders convene their annual meeting in New York, farm workers from the Coalition of Immokalee Workers (CIW) are calling on the remaining, hold-out, major fast food corporation to commit to workers’ rights and fair wages. On Saturday, May 18th, farm workers and their allies will gather in Manhattan’s Union Square (14th St.) at 2pm for a rally and march to a nearby Wendy’s. “The tomato industry is an enormous industry. First we have to move this giant because if we don’t move the… -
What’s the Return on Investment (ROI) for Sustainability?
15 May 2013 | 2:20 pmIf you’ve ever read articles on Sustainablog before (or other sites like this one), Google probably knows that you’re interested in sustainability, and therefore, you’ve probably seen ads in your sidebar for green masters’ programs. The rise of so-called “green MBA” programs is a welcome addition to the business landscape. The “jobs vs. the environment” debate is over (both won, since they seemed to have negotiated a merger), and it’s pretty clear that business, in general, is on board with sustainability. As a professor in an MBA…
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Nature Moms Blog
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Great Gifts for Dad
20 May 2013 | 4:36 amA guest post by Sam Peters Even though my husband set me up with an amazing aromatherapy massage and seaweed wrap for Mother’s Day, he insists that all he wants for Father’s Day is the laughter of his little girls. Sweet sentiment, but he’s still getting gifts. I went to my daughters for their ideas: my youngest insisted that we get him a tiger and my oldest swore up and down that he told her that he wanted a tuutuu, bless her little lying heart. My girls are a trip. My husband, the father of the year in my opinion, who takes time off work to be a room “mother”… -
It’s National Clean Out Your Purse Day!
15 May 2013 | 8:47 amDid you know that there was a National Clean Out Your Purse Day? Neither did I, until I saw a few tweets about it this morning. Ever the joiner I decided to get busy with the purse cleaning outing. It probably would have been far more useful to me if it were national scrub your kitchen floor day since mine is currently sticky as all get out but I guess perhaps I need to drum up the motivation for that one on my own today. Anyway my purse is actually in pretty decent condition. Its part of my dedication to minimalism that I carry a very small purse. It only has room for a wallet, phone, keys,… -
Sponsored Video: Silence Won’t Finish the Fight Against Cancer
14 May 2013 | 9:59 amThe big C. Cancer. I have quite a bit to say about cancer actually because it became a big part of my life 6 years ago next month. I clearly remember the moment when they told me it was cancer that had been making so sick for he previous months. I was so relieved to finally KNOW why I was so sick that I think my doctors thought I was not facing up to facts. I had stage three cancer for sure and they feared that it might have spread to my liver. I went under the knife knowing that I might wake up to hear that it had and my cancer would be fatal. The news was ultimately good though. They… -
5 Ways to eco-enhance your bedroom for more natural sleep
13 May 2013 | 7:17 amIt’s incredible to think that we spend about a third of our lives in bed. This makes it all the more important to ensure you get a good night’s sleep every night, aiding your mood, attention levels and appetite for the next day. However, if you’re struggling to drift off or stay asleep, then it’s time to rejuvenate your sleeping space. Here are a few tips to go eco and help create a healthier you and a healthier planet, so you can sleep easy: 1.) Perfect Furnish: De-cluttering over-crowded surfaces is a great way to freshen up your bedroom. To still create a warm, cozy feel adorn your… -
Natural Fertility eBook Bundle
9 May 2013 | 9:24 amJust sharing another amazing ebook bundle. This is one is super focused…it is all about fertility. I have no need for it personally because my baby making days are long behind me but I think I would have loved to have this resource way back when. If you struggle with fertility, and a lot of people do, then it has lots of info for you. Even if you are super fertile (like I am/was) there is still lots of great info on being healthy before you get preggo and on healthy childbirth. It’s a great collection so be sure to check it out! DEAL NOW CLOSED.
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$5 Dinners
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Perfect Recipes for Your Memorial Day Gathering
20 May 2013 | 2:00 pmSummer is here. It seemed to come out of nowhere this year. I know the weather has been wonky all over…but just last week we were enjoying what was to be the last of some late spring weather. Then I went to LA for some meetings, then to Houston for LegoKidsFest, returning last night to San Antonio…and oy, hotness! It’s supposed to be 95 today, and I’m going to do my best to keep from melting…because I feel like I’m going to melt. HAWT. HOT. HAUT. (Can you tell we’ve been working on spelling after school around here?) We’re planning some fun… -
Ball Park Lean Hot Dogs, Brew Over Ice K-Cups, Gerber + More Printable Coupons
20 May 2013 | 5:05 amHere are some of the latest and hottest printable coupons: Food $0.75/1 Ball Park Lean Hot Dogs (exp 06/03/2013) $2.25/2 Brew Over Ice K-Cup Packs, 16 ct+ (exp 07/14/2013) $0.75/4 Gerber Graduates Grabbers (exp 06/16/2013) $1.10/5 Gerber Graduates Lil Entrees (exp 06/16/2013) $1.35/4 Gerber Graduates Snacks (exp 06/16/2013) $0.55/1 Great Day Farms Hard-Boiled Eggs, 2 or 6 pk (exp 06/03/2013) $1.50/1 Green Mountian Brew Over Ice K-Cup Packs (exp 06/03/2013) $0.30/1 Hairbo Product, 4 oz+ (exp 06/03/2013) $1.10/1 Hawaiian Punch Aloha Morning, 10 oz 6 pk or gallon sizes (exp 07/08/2013) $1/2… -
Free Weekly Meal Plan with Printable Grocery List – 5/20
19 May 2013 | 3:30 pmThe $5 Dinners Weekly Meal Plan with Printable Grocery List Every week I will post 5 links to archived recipes, plus an additional 1 or 2 recipes for breakfast, snacks or batch cooking recipes. You can click through to see the original recipe and print that recipe if you like. (Or go green and just come back to this post to get to the recipe.) If you want to try French Onion Soup in sandwich form, then you’ve got got got to make the Caramelized Onion Grilled cheese. Like, today. And the crunchy spaghetti is a fun way to mix things up on “pasta night” too! Enjoy… The… -
Updated! Grocery Coupon Match-Ups – Week of May 19
19 May 2013 | 10:30 am{Pin by clicking the Pinterest Button below!} This is your weekly (and friendly) reminder to check out the latest coupon matchups for the following grocery stores and Target…click on each link to find the current deals, coupon matchups and extra savings offers! Grocery Stores Aldi Giant Eagle Kroger – Cincinnati Region Kroger – Great Lakes Region Meijer – Indiana Meijer – Ohio Big Box Stores – Nationwide Target (Learn more about the Grocery Nation coupon matchup mobile app.) Head on over and get the latest deals, and enjoy watching as you shave dollars and dollars off your… -
Drugstore Coupon Matchups & Best Deals – Week of May 19
18 May 2013 | 9:04 amEvery week I’ll be posting the best deals and coupon match-ups for all products at the different national drug stores. Here are a few highlights, and links to the complete list of deals. {View the Complete CVS Coupon Match-up} {View the Complete Walgreens Coupon Match-up} {View the Complete Rite Aid Coupon Match-up} I hope this helps you decide whether or not to bop into the drugstore this next week to pick up any staples! Sale prices valid, starting this Sunday. Visit the $5 Dinners Coupon Match-Ups page for a complete list of the all coupon matchups. . Related…
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Wholesome Mommy :: by the Centsible Sawyer
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Big News
19 May 2013 | 9:43 pmI’ve been holding out on you for a few weeks. It has taken me that long to tell my family and to wrap my head around how to explain what exactly has happened. Let’s start on May 3, 2013. That’s the day that I received a phone call from my principal, where I work as a second grade teacher {and have worked full and part time for the past 10 years}. I was just finishing up a conference in Jekyll Island where I learned A TON of information about how to further this blog and gleaned just what I needed to make my vision come alive. I was on a high! I know God has been… -
Crayola Makes Summer Time Breezy
16 May 2013 | 8:34 pmAs a child there was nothing that thrilled me more than a box of new art supplies: stickers, crayons, markers, colored pencils…I loved them all! And, still as an adult new stationary makes giddy. So, I want to bring those memories of my childhood to my own children. So, ever since Judah could hold a chubby toddler crayon I’ve been doing projects with him and buying new art supplies. And now that Eliana is getting a little bigger she’s been dying to get in on the action. So, when we received a big box of Crayola Color Wonder products and Sidewalk Chalk I knew… -
Moroccan Flatbread with Rockin’ Raisin Marinara
14 May 2013 | 8:35 pmWhen I was faced with making a new appetizer recipe incorporating raisins I immediately thought of all the sweet foods I enjoy raisins in: cookies, pastries, pies, and charoseth. But, I wanted something different. My brain went to a Moroccan dish that a friend made for me once: Moroccan Chicken Stew. I remembered this dish had golden raisins and tomatoes, along with beans and peppers, and chicken and I loved the sweet and spice together. I thought about how to spin this dish into something more portable. Something a guest could hold while sipping a glass of wine. Pizza! … -
Homemade Whole Wheat Pita or Flatbread
14 May 2013 | 8:33 pmSince my family finally made the switch to fresh milled wheat {I bought a mill and I guy whole wheat berries} I have been converting some of my most loved recipes to whole wheat. So far, I’ve made baguette {still working on this one}, loaf bread with hazlenuts {this one is a winner! Recipe coming soon.}, tortillas, biscuits, and now pita. My original recipe called for all purpose flour. They are delicious with all purpose flour, but even with this white flour, the pitas puff up only about 1/3 of the time. Its fine though. You end up with a really delicious flatbread if the… -
This Week’s Plan 5.13.13
14 May 2013 | 8:01 amI am going to be cooking from my pantry/freezer this week. The only thing I need to pick up is some corn from the farmer’s market. This month is crazy busy for us…I’m just trying to figure out how to get it all done! I’ve got lots of trips planned, work to wrap up, baseball games, and the usual busy-ness of family life! So bear with me as I may seem scattered {as you may notice this post is a day late!} My life is drastically changing in a few short weeks {stay tuned for a post} and I am just trying to “keep swimming” as I go through this transition…
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New Banana Boat Sun Care Coupon | Save $3.25/2
20 May 2013 | 1:00 pmThere is a great new $3.25/2 Banana Boat Sun Care coupon available here. Just in time for summer! Most printable coupons can be printed twice per computer, and when they reach their print limit are no longer available. Learn more about printable coupons in my Printable Coupon Tutorial. Find more product coupons in My Coupon Database. Coupons.com l SmartSource Coupons l Red Plum Coupons l Drug Store Deals l Grocery Store Deals New Banana Boat Sun Care Coupon | Save $3.25/2 is a post from: Stretching a Buck ©2013 Stretching a Buck℠ Media, LLC. Use of this feed is for personal,… -
Angel Soft Bath Tissue Deal | $0.43 Per Double Roll Shipped
20 May 2013 | 12:00 pmOn Amazon right now you can get Angel Soft, Double Rolls, [4 Rolls*12 Pack] = 48 Total Count for only $20.50! First clip the $1 off coupon found below the item description. Second choose the Subscribe & Save Option. This works out to just $0.43 per double roll PLUS shipping is FREE! Find more great Amazon Deals here. Note: Amazon prices and promotions can change at any time. The price(s) listed in this post is/are subject to change. Coupons.com l SmartSource Coupons l Red Plum Coupons l Drug Store Deals l Grocery Store Deals Angel Soft Bath Tissue Deal | $0.43 Per Double Roll Shipped is a… -
New Softsoap Body Wash Coupon | Save $0.75/1
20 May 2013 | 11:00 amThere is a great new $0.75/1 Softsoap Body Wash coupon available here. Most printable coupons can be printed twice per computer, and when they reach their print limit are no longer available. Learn more about printable coupons in my Printable Coupon Tutorial. Find more product coupons in My Coupon Database. Coupons.com l SmartSource Coupons l Red Plum Coupons l Drug Store Deals l Grocery Store Deals New Softsoap Body Wash Coupon | Save $0.75/1 is a post from: Stretching a Buck ©2013 Stretching a Buck℠ Media, LLC. Use of this feed is for personal, non-commercial use only. If you are not… -
Wipe Out 3 Video Game for XBox 360, Wii, or Nintendo 3DS for $19.99
20 May 2013 | 10:15 amOn Amazon right now you can get this Wipeout 3 game for XBox 360 for only $19.99. You can also get it for the following systems for the same price: Wipeout 3 for Wii Wipeout 3 for Nintendo 3DS All games qualify for FREE Super Saver Shipping with a $25 purchase. Find more great Amazon Deals here. Note: Amazon prices and promotions can change at any time. The price(s) listed in this post is/are subject to change. Coupons.com l SmartSource Coupons l Red Plum Coupons l Drug Store Deals l Grocery Store Deals Wipe Out 3 Video Game for XBox 360, Wii, or Nintendo 3DS for $19.99 is a post from:… -
Weight Watchers Magazine Subscription Deal | 1 Year for $4.49
20 May 2013 | 9:30 amToday you can purchase a 1-year subscription to Weight Watchers Magazine for just $4.49 with coupon code STRETCHINGABUCK at checkout. This offer is valid through 11:59 pm ET tonight! (5/20/13) Coupons.com l SmartSource Coupons l Red Plum Coupons l Drug Store Deals l Grocery Store Deals Weight Watchers Magazine Subscription Deal | 1 Year for $4.49 is a post from: Stretching a Buck ©2013 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…
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"Deal"icious Mom
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Coupons You May Have Missed
20 May 2013 | 11:24 amDid you miss yesterday’s coupons? Well here’s your chance to get them all in one place. Most coupons go pretty quick so be sure to print them while you can. Remember, you should be able to hit the back button on your browser and print 2 coupons!! $1.00 off any (1) DOVEBAR Ice Cream Multi-Pack $1.00 off HORMEL ALWAYS TENDER meat $3.00 off one HORMEL Party Tray product $1.00 off any two HORMEL Bacon Toppings $1.00 off 2 HORMEL Chicken Breast products $1.00 off 2 HORMEL NATURAL CHOICE products $1.00 off 2 HORMEL Pepperoni packages $1.00 off… -
Spring Time Recipes from Fisher Nuts and Alex Guarnaschelli (Baking Prize Pack Giveaway)
20 May 2013 | 9:38 amSpring is here, which means that it is time to get outside and enjoy the change in weather. Nothing says springtime like fresh, new recipes for cooking and baking. Fisher Nuts is continuing to partner with Food Network Chef Alex Guarnaschelli, a recent winner on Food Network’s Iron Chef and a regular judge on Chopped, to offer you a fresh twist on spring recipes. Using seasonal ingredients like fresh nuts and produce can help bring your recipes to life and Chef Alex has recommendations for taking your spring cuisine to a new level. Check out some of Alex’s recipes and tips for… -
My Kids Bowl Free This Summer… Do Yours?
20 May 2013 | 8:29 amI have some exciting money saving news for you all! Have you heard of the Kids Bowl Free program. There is no doubt in my mind that you are going to love it!! Kids Bowl Free is a great way to get active without spending a ton of money! Now your listening right?!? The Kids Bowl Free program is designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer. Families can get two free games for up to six children per day, and family packs for the whole summer start at $24.95. Want more info? Luckily we have a… -
Amazon Deal: Ravensburger Farm 24-Piece Puzzleball $5.55
20 May 2013 | 7:52 amRavensburger Farm 24-Piece Puzzleball is only $5.55 on Amazon! Great addition to your present closet! price went up to $10.07. Still half off but not as good! The post Amazon Deal: Ravensburger Farm 24-Piece Puzzleball $5.55 appeared first on "Deal"icious Mom. -
Freebies for May 20th
20 May 2013 | 5:30 amHere are the hottest daily freebies and free samples I found: - FREE $5 Zinio Digital Magazine Voucher Claim your US $5 Zinio voucher. Coupon expires June 30, 2013 at 10:29 am (EDT). - Watch 10 Family Movies for FREE at Wehrenberg Theatres Starting June 5, 2013 through August 15, 2013, watch 10 family movies for FREE at Wehrenberg Theatres. See the offer page for movies listing and locations. - 10 FREE Pampers Gifts to Grow Points Enter promotion code NLMAYFLOWER2013 to earn 10 FREE Pampers Gifts to Grow points. ____________ Still available: - B1G1 FREE Breakfast Entree at Bob…
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Couponing 101
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Target Coupon Matchups and Deals 5/19 – 5/25
20 May 2013 | 2:00 pmRemember, you can use 1 Manufacturer Coupon AND 1 Target Coupon PER ITEM! It might be beneficial to print and carry a copy of Target’s Coupon Policy with you to the store. Here are the best deals this week: Fresh Sweet Corn in the Husk 4/$1- $1/1+ Fresh Vegetable Purchase Target Mobile Coupon (text SPRING to 827438) (expires 5/22) OR- $1/1+ Fresh Vegetable Purchase Target Mobile Coupon (text PICNIC to 827438)= 4 FreeWomen’s Flip Flops $2- $2/1 Women's Flip Flops or Sandals Target Printable Coupon= FreeUp & Up Baby Lotion, Body Wash, Shampoo and Detanglers… -
Free eBook: Weight Watchers 360 Plan Amazingly Delicious Italian, Spanish and Cuban Points Plus Recipes Cookbook
20 May 2013 | 12:03 pmHurry and download your FREE copy of Weight Watchers 360 Plan Amazingly Delicious Italian, Spanish and Cuban Points Plus Recipes Cookbook by The Healthy American Culinary Institute Cooperative (reg. $9.97)! “Make this your year to lose weight, feel great, get healthy and start living the amazing life you’ve always dreamed of! The new Weight Watchers 360 plan is here and losing weight has never been easier! Eat real food and lose weight. Really! If you’re looking for new and exciting Weight Watchers recipes, you’re in the right place. Within these pages you will find amazingly… -
Fuego Element Portable Gas Grill Only $74.99 Shipped (Reg. $199.99)!
20 May 2013 | 11:00 amRight now you can get a HOT deal on this Fuego Element Portable Gas Grill for just $69.99 (reg. $199.99)! Shipping is a flat $5. Sleek, modern design with unbeatable portability and convenient solution for grilling on-the-go The grill’s locking legs conveniently fold into carry handles that connect with a red travel band for compact and secure transport Grill up a feast for the whole gang with a generous 159 square inches of grill space on an enamel-coated cast iron grate Featuring a roaring 8000 btu/hr stainless steel burner that heats up to 650° The variable control valve keeps control… -
CVS: Huggies Pull-Ups Only $3.33 Each!
20 May 2013 | 10:00 amYay! There is a new CVS coupon available today that makes the Huggies CVS Deal even better!! Here’s how the deal will look: Buy 3 Huggies Pull-Ups $10 ea., Earn $10 in ECBs with a $30 Huggies Purchase (Limit 1) - (2) $2/1 Huggies Pull-Ups CVS Printable Coupon AND - (3) $2/1 Huggies Pull-Ups Training Pants Coupon (5/19 SS) OR - (3) $2/1 Huggies Pull-Ups Training Pants Printable Coupon = $3.33 ea. This is a smokin’ HOT price on diapers of any kind! Make your CVS shopping list before you head out. Thanks, Common Sense with Money! Don’t miss out on these HOT offers! Sign up for the… -
Amazon: Maxell AAA Batteries (36-Count) Only $6.84 Shipped!
20 May 2013 | 9:37 amRight now Amazon has an awesome deal on Maxell AAA Batteries (36-count). You can get it for only $6.84 shipped. Here’s how: Head over to the Maxell AAA Batteries (36-count) page Choose the Subscribe & Save option for $6.84 Checkout. Shipping is FREE! That’s only 23¢ per battery, which is a GREAT price. I love that you can stock up at a great price and not think about it for a while. No coupons required, and it’s shipped to your door! My kind of deal! It’s really easy to cancel subscribe & save if you don’t want to keep buying this product on a regular basis. Once…
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Printable Coupon Round-Up: Alexia, Dove, Hormel & More!
20 May 2013 | 2:30 pmHere is a round-up of some of the best printable coupons that I’ve seen so far today: Yucatan Guacamole Coupon – $3/1 Yucatan Guacamole product (when you Like them on Facebook) Brew Over Ice Coupon – $1.55/1 Brew Over Ice K-Cup Pack Alexia Coupon – $1/1 Alexia product Farmer’s Garden Coupon – $1/1 Farmer’s Garden Pickle product Dove Coupon – $1/1 DoveBar Ice Cream Multipack International Delight Coupon – 75¢/1 International Delight Coffee Creamer GoGo Squeez Coupon – 60¢/1 GoGo Squeez product 4 or 12 ct. Land O Frost Coupon –… -
FREE In Stores This Week! (5/20/13)
20 May 2013 | 2:11 pmHere’s this week’s list of all the great in-store items you can get for FREE at Dollar Tree, Walgreens and Walmart for the week of 5/20/13 – 5/26/13! Dollar Tree: 24 Dollar Tree Freebies this Week! Walmart: Neutrogena Acne Wash, travel size – 97¢ Use $1/1 Neutrogena Facial Cleanser or Moisturizer coupon from the 5/5 SS(amount varies by location) or Printable Coupon (printable coupon excludes trial/travel size) 3¢ Moneymaker after coupon! Folgers Coffee, single – $1 Use $1.50/1 Folgers Product Printable Coupon Or use $1/2 Folgers Item coupon from the 4/14 RP(exp. -
Restaurant Coupons & Retail Coupons Round-up (5/20)
20 May 2013 | 2:00 pmNew Restaurant Coupons: Baskin Robbins Coupons – Buy 1 Cone Get 1 for 99¢ (exp: 5/22/2013) Biggby Coffee Coupons – $1 Off Any Grande/Super Specialty Beverage (exp: 5/21/2013) Bob Evans Coupons – 20% Off Online Order (exp: 5/26/2013) Chilis Coupons – Free Appetizer or Dessert WYB 1 Entree (exp: 5/23/2013) Quick Chek Coupons – $5 Off $30 Catering Purchase (exp: 5/27/2013) New Retail Store Coupons: A.C. Moore Coupons – 40% Off 1 Regularly Priced Item (exp: 5/25/2013) A.C. Moore Coupons – 60% Off Full Custom Framing Order (exp: 5/25/2013) Aaron Brothers… -
Trader Joe’s Coupon Matchups – 5/20/13 – 5/26/13
20 May 2013 | 12:17 pmThis week’s Trader Joe’s Coupon Match-ups have been posted! Head over here to see the deals and create your shopping list: :: Trader Joe’s Coupon Match-ups :: Looking for a different store? Head over to the Coupon Matchups page to find matchups and deals for your local grocery and drug stores! Coupons.com Coupons | RedPlum Coupons | Smartsource Coupons | Coupon Network Coupons Have you checked out No More Rack yet? It's a great daily deals site with only $2 flat rate shipping!! -
Starbucks Coffee Coupons = Starbucks K-Cups 45¢/K-Cup at CVS! *Print Coupon Now*
20 May 2013 | 12:15 pmStarbucks Coffee Coupons Just a reminder that you can use the Starbucks Coffee coupon for $1.50 off any 1 box of Starbucks 10-16 ct K-cups to get an awesome deal at CVS! Starting this Sunday, 5/26, they will have Starbucks K-cups 10-packs on sale for $6.99 with a $1 ECB deal. Add the $1.50/1 coupon into the mix and it makes them only $4.49/box after the coupon and ECB! That comes out to 45¢ per cup, which is just about the best price you are going to find out there on Starbucks k-cups! Be sure to print the coupon now is it probably will not be available when the deal comes around next week.
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Father’s Day Canvas Print Deal 80% Off ALL!
20 May 2013 | 12:07 pmFather’s Day is coming fast! It seems like we just celebrated the mother’s in our lives doesn’t it? Canvas People is offering 80% off ALL canvases no matter the size! These make really nice gifts, and I have not seen them offer a better price on the larger sizes. We ordered one several years ago and absolutely LOVED it! My daughter took this picture while we were on a vacation to Wisconsin and it is one of my favorite things. Be sure to order by June 1st for standard Father’s Day delivery. Order yours here. The post Father’s Day Canvas Print Deal 80% Off ALL! -
ShopPerk Shopping App Early Invite!
20 May 2013 | 8:34 amYou can get an early invite to the brand new shopping app, ShopPerk! What is ShopPerk? ShopPerk makes smart shopping easy. Every day. For everyone. Get great deals on the things you need most. Compare stores in your area to find the best selection and the biggest savings. Find recipes and ideas that leave you more time, more money and more energy to spend on what you truly love. What I love most about this app, is that it will take the grocery deals for the week and come up with recipes using what is on sale! How does it work? Get inspired: Discover new recipes and find fun food ideas to add… -
Walgreens Deals 5/19-5/25
20 May 2013 | 8:09 amIf you are new to Walgreens Register Rewards Program you might want to read Walgreens 101to familiarize yourself with all of their policies. 2/$6 Clorox Clean-Up, Formula 409 or Tilex Spray Buy 2, Get 1,000 Points $1.50 Clorox Clean-Up, Formula 409 or Tilex Spray Products printable $1 ea. wyb 2 after coupons and Points! $3.49 Crest Toothpaste Buy 2, Get 3,000 Points $1 Crest Toothpaste printable $1 Crest Toothpaste, exp. 5/31/13 (P&G 04/28/13) As low as $.99 ea. wyb 2 after coupons and Points! $3.49 Oral-B Toothbrushes Buy 2, Get 3,000 Points $1 Oral-B Pulsar, 3D White, Pro-Health or… -
FREE MiO Fit!
20 May 2013 | 8:08 amYou can request a free sample of Mio Fit! Be sure to check out all the other freebies I have posted recently! Some may still be available! Thanks She Saved! The post FREE MiO Fit! appeared first on Saving Dollars & Sense | Coupon & Review Blog. -
CVS Deals 5/19-5/25
20 May 2013 | 7:33 amIf you are new to playing the CVS Extra Care Program please take a moment to read CVS 101to get familiar with how it works. $.99 Coke 2 Liters $.25 Coke 2 Liters CVS Coupon Machine $.74 after coupon! 2/$4 Keebler Cookies Buy 2, Get $1 Extra Care Bucks (Limit 1) $.50 off 2 Keebler Cookies, exp. 7/7/13 (RP 05/12/13 R) $.50 Keebler Chips Deluxe Triple Chocolate Chip Cookies, exp. 8/31/13 (RP 05/12/13 R) As low as $1 ea. wyb 2 after coupons and ECB! $4.49 Revlon ColorSilk Buttercream Hair Color Buy 1, Get $2 Extra Care Bucks (Limit 1) $.75 Revlon ColorSilk Buttercream Hair Color printable $1 off…
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HURRY! 500 Moms needed! FREE Amazon Gift Cards each month from Major Toy Manufacturer Research Panel!
20 May 2013 | 2:15 pmHURRY! 500 Moms needed: FREE Amazon Gift Certificates each month from Major Toy Manufacturer Research Panel! Wow, we just learned Survey Savvy sent out emails that a MAJOR TOY MANUFACTURER is looking for 500 moms to join an exclusive research panel! As part of the free panel, you will receive FREE Amazon gift certificates each month, in exchange for your participation via surveys, discussions, or online chats! This is a MAJOR TOY COMPANY hosting the panel, and I’m sure that almost all of you probably already have toys from this company in your home! So be sure to check your emails ASAP… -
FREE $10 credit: food, shoes, kitchen items, jewelry, more starting at $1!
20 May 2013 | 1:45 pmYay, you can get a FREE $10 credit to a FREE women’s auction site, Tophatter, featuring discounted food, kitchen items, jewelry, crafts, antiques & LOTS more! You can use your FREE credit on a total of $11 or more, and some items have FREE shipping! That means you can snag stuff for $1 SHIPPED total with your free $10 credit! I’ve purchased several items from this site & LOVE it! HURRY, get your FREE credit before it’s gone! Go here: Tophatter FREE $10 credit The post FREE $10 credit: food, shoes, kitchen items, jewelry, more starting at $1! appeared first on Coupons… -
GIFT CARD WINNERS today are….
20 May 2013 | 1:15 pmGIFT CARD WINNERS TODAY ARE…. Check out today’s SURPRISE Amazon Gift Card Winners! You have a chance to WIN a Surprise Gift Card from Coupons and Freebies Mom every day! We’re giving away SURPRISE gift cards to folks who are signed up for our daily freebie email newsletter! (If you’re already signed up, you’ll be entered!) Winners will be selected randomly from all subscribers, with new winners drawn daily (and throughout the day!) ***To see if you’re a winner, check our winners list daily here! If you are a winner, please contact us within 24 hours to… -
Fisher Price Laugh & Learn Crawl Along Puppy 50% Off!
20 May 2013 | 1:01 pmHere’s a great toy for your little one or a nice shower gift! Right now on Amazon you can pick up this Fisher Price Laugh & Learn Crawl Along Puppy for only $7.52! The regular price of this puppy is $14.99 so it’s currently over 50% off, now is the time to grab this deal! Encourages physical development while teaching letters, opposites, greetings, first words and more The large mirror encourages self-exploration during tummy-time play for the youngest babies Babies can bat-at the adorable Puppy character to unlock fun sing-along songs, while developing fine motor skills… -
FREE Food Samples from Pillsbury every month!
20 May 2013 | 12:45 pmWould you love some FREE Pillsbury food samples every month? The Pillsbury free food samples recently went live this week for the first 10,000 folks who were already signed up for the free Pillsbury newsletter! If you haven’t signed up yet and love Pillsbury freebies and recipes, sign up ASAP so you won’t miss next month’s samples! You’ll also snag up to $250 worth of coupons! You must be signed up before these free samples go live every month, so make sure you sign up ASAP! Go here: Pillsbury FREE Samples ***For more FREE SAMPLES, be sure to sign up for our free email…
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DealChicken – weekly travel deals
20 May 2013 | 2:00 pmSign up for DealChicken weekly email and receive discounts on travel from quaint bed & breakfasts to tropical escapes. DealChicken – weekly travel deals is a post from: Mrs. Moneysaver Don't see the coupon you are looking for, try our database of thousands of coupons at Coupon Database. -
Free Baby Sling from Seven Slings
20 May 2013 | 12:30 pmGet a Free Baby Carrier from Seven Slings. Just use promo code: “BABYSAVINGS” at checkout. Click “Shop Now”, select any baby carrier you would like (be sure to go to their sizing page so you can get the right size carrier for you). Once you have selected your size, you will automatically be directed to the “shopping bag” where you can enter the promo code “BABYSAVINGS” This promo code will take off 100% of the baby carrier purchase and all you are required to pay are the shipping fees. You can use the code more than once – you just have to… -
SavingStar Grocery eCoupons: Ellio’s, Venus, Pantene
20 May 2013 | 9:00 amSavingStar Grocery eCoupons: Ellio’s, Venus, Pantene is a post from: Mrs. Moneysaver Don't see the coupon you are looking for, try our database of thousands of coupons at Coupon Database. -
Zulily Deal: French Kiss & Mario Corti Sandals
20 May 2013 | 7:00 amZulily If you are looking for some cute summer sandals at a great price then click below to visit Zulily. Until Wednesday you can get French Kiss & Mario Corti sandals up to 45% off, starting at $11.99. Zulily Deal: French Kiss & Mario Corti Sandals is a post from: Mrs. Moneysaver Don't see the coupon you are looking for, try our database of thousands of coupons at Coupon Database. -
Printable Coupon Roundup: ThermaCare, Advil, Sunlight
20 May 2013 | 6:00 amPrintable Coupon Roundup: ThermaCare, Advil, Sunlight is a post from: Mrs. Moneysaver Don't see the coupon you are looking for, try our database of thousands of coupons at Coupon Database.
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Shopping Kim» Kim Rowley
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My Big Fat Rebate Check from Ebates
13 May 2013 | 5:05 pmI have been a member of Ebates.com* since the year 2000, the same year that I started sharing online deals and freebies at ShoppingBookmarks.com. Ebates offers cash back on purchases from over one thousand online stores in the form of a monthly rebate “big fat check”. And I’m proof that they do pay, as here is a photo of the check I received in the mail just today for $57.10. I would’ve made the online purchases anyway whether or not I was getting cash back, so I consider this a rebate check a bonus that I use to splurge on myself! My favorite stores that I shop… -
Kim’s $6 Target Trip: 4/25/13
25 Apr 2013 | 5:52 pmLots of good deals at Target this week! I went a tad over my $6 budget, but all of the deals were worth it! Here’s how you can get the same Target deals with printable coupons! Yoplait Simplait Yogurt 50¢ sale - 40¢ off printable coupon here or here = 10¢ Almay Makeup $4.99 - $4 off coupon (SS 4/14) - $2 off Target coupon = FREE Flip Flops $2.50 - $2 off Target Sandal coupon = 50¢ Coca-Cola 20 oz $1.59 - 99¢ off printable coupon (this may no longer be available) - 50¢ off Ibotta coupon = 10¢ Chobani Bite Yogurt 4-pack $2 price cut - $1 off printable coupon = 25¢ each Ortego… -
Easy Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole Recipe
23 Apr 2013 | 4:02 amThose of you that know me well, know that I’m not much of a cook. Now I love to bake, but baking and cooking are completely different in my eyes. Probably because baking involves sweets… my weakness. My poor children have learned to cook for themselves at young ages after getting tired of boxed frozen foods and takeout. So when I do cook, I like to keep things simple and easy to make. When Velveeta asked if I’d participate in their Liquid Gold campaign, I think the kids were more ecstatic about my cooking than me! Have you seen Velveeta’s awesomely funny… -
Throwback Thursday: Potholder Loom
18 Apr 2013 | 3:28 pmI wasn’t aware of the “Throwback Thursday” fad until my daughter posted this photo of me at age fifteen to Instagram. Gotta love the 80′s big bangs and Sun-In highlights! Since then I’ve seen lots of other reminiscing days past with the #TT hashtag, including my son being a smartass. So when I found my old potholder maker loom thingie when cleaning out my dad’s house after he died, I thought I should blog about this vintage craft maker. And it’s Thursday, so hey! Who else remembers these? I was surprised to find all the parts, including the metal… -
Kim’s $6 Target Trip: 4/9/13
9 Apr 2013 | 10:04 amI didn’t have a lot of time to shop today as it’s my Grandma Betty’s 89th birthday, so I had to hurry back for cake and Busch Light at the nursing home! But here’s the deals I got today and how you can get the same. And have you entered to win a Target Gift Card on our site yet? Ortego Taco Seasoning 71¢ price cut - $1/2 printable coupon = 21¢ each when you buy two Up&Up Facial Tissue 99¢ - 50¢ off Target printable coupon = 49¢ Market Pantry Eggs – Price Cut said 99¢, but they rang up for only 50¢ (maybe considered Easter clearance?) Annie’s…
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Monday Freebies – Free Fixodent Denture Adhesive
20 May 2013 | 7:03 amScore a sample of Fixodent Denture Adhesive! Via Shutterstock There are 13 freebies today. Let us know in the comments if you learn of any more freebies, deals, or discounts. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @BargainBabe to snag more freebies. Follow us today! Free Wipes – Score a FREE Sandy Wipes Sample Pack! Free Denture Adhesive – Request a FREE sample of Fixodent Denture Adhesive! Simply LIKE their Facebook page to grab your sample and a $1 off coupon. This should arrive within 4 to 6 weeks! Not valid in AZ, CT, DC, IA, KS, MA, NY, ND, OH, RI, VT. Free Cabinet Latch… -
14 Ways to Get a Job Quick!
20 May 2013 | 4:00 amLand a job – now! Via Shutterstock Our economy is getting better, but I’m still hearing so much about people having a hard time finding a job. Saying you are unemployed can give the impression that you are, somehow, undesirable. So I brainstormed this list of 14 ways to “take on extra work,” and quick! How do you find jobs? 1. Volunteer your services. I know a graphic designer who is constantly offering her “non-profit” rate to groups that need help with a quick design. She meets so many people through her volunteer work that her paid work schedule is… -
Target, CVS, Rite Aid, Walgreens Coupon Matchups
20 May 2013 | 3:00 amTarget, CVS, Rite Aid, Walgreens coupon matchups are here! Get coupon matchups for Target, CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid, and Staples below for the week of May 20-26, 2013! Slash your grocery bill with Grocery University, a set of audio lessons crafted to save a lot more than you think you can on groceries. More coupon resources following this week’s matchups. Rite Aid - Common Sense with Money has the Rite Aid coupon matchups this week. CVS – Bargain Briana has all the CVS coupon deals for this week. Walgreens - Get all the Walgreens coupon matchups for this week. Target - This… -
Saturday Freebies – Free MiO Fit Sample
18 May 2013 | 8:15 amGet all of today’s freebies! Via Shutterstock There are 14 freebies today. Let us know in the comments if you learn of any more freebies, deals, or discounts. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @BargainBabe to snag more freebies. Follow us today! Free MiO Fit Sample – Hurry on over to the MiO Facebook page and click on the link posted to request a FREE MiO FIT sample! Allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery. Free Aveda Sample – Head on over to the Aveda Facebook page and click on the “Invati Samples” tab to enter to possibly win 1 of 10,000 FREE Invati 10ml Duo-Pack Shampoo and… -
Friday Freebies – FREE Summer Reading Books
17 May 2013 | 6:41 amCheck out the FREE summer reading programs for kids! Via Shutterstock There are 17 freebies today. Let us know in the comments if you learn of any more freebies, deals, or discounts. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @BargainBabe to snag more freebies. Follow us today! Kotex Sample Pack – Request a FREE ‘U By Kotex’ Sample Pack. Just select a sample pack you’d like to receive, then click the pink “Order Sample” button. Allow 6 to 8 weeks for delivery. Free Poise Sample – There are 2 FREE Poise Sample kits that appear to still be available if you haven’t yet…
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Miss Thrifty
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WIN supermarket vouchers with Compare My Spend
12 May 2013 | 4:56 pmHave you taken a look at Compare My Spend yet? It’s the brand spanking new phone app – although you can use it on your computer, too – which analyses your spending habits, compares them to the spending habits of other people like you, and suggests areas for improvement. I posted about Compare My Spend a couple of weeks ago, and had some good feedback from thrifty readers who loved the concept and were planning to check out this free app. So the nice people at Compare My Spend have come up with another good idea: a competition, exclusive to Miss Thrifty readers, to win… -
PiP Studio Bedding Sale: up to 45% off
6 May 2013 | 4:01 amPsst! A PiP Studio bedding sale went live on ACHICA this morning, with discounts of up to 45% on PiP Studio bedlinen sets, duvet covers, pillowcases, cushions and more. You can shop the sale here. The PiP Studio stuff is so pretty. It also has a cult following. Last time ACHICA ran a PiP Studio sale, I posted about it although I wasn’t sure how it would go down – it isn’t the cheapest bedlinen! But it turned out to be super-popular. If you are new to PiP Studio: it’s like Cath Kidston, but louder and not quite so Enid Blyton. If you are new to ACHICA: it’s a… -
Holed up at Frugal Grandma’s
2 May 2013 | 5:16 pmWith the May bank holiday looming, I’ve taken some time to recharge batteries this week. Thrifty Baby and I went to see Frugal Grandma and Frugal Grandad. We were completely spoilt, of course. There is much to be said for good food… Good beaches… Good weather… …And good company! With days like these, who needs spa breaks? -
33% off all Jessops Photo Products
30 Apr 2013 | 7:11 pmAs you may have seen, the collapsed camera chain Jessops has been taken over by Peter Jones of Dragons’ Den fame. Recently there has been plenty of publicity about some of the closed branches opening up again, but I would like to draw your attention to some good discount deals on the Jessops Photo website. The relaunched website focuses on photo products, rather than camera products. Think prints, canvas wall art, calendars, photo books and the like. Right now, if you register on the site you will get a voucher code for 40 free 6″ x 4″ prints, and £10 off a large photo… -
FREE all week: Marilyn Stowe’s bestselling divorce book
30 Apr 2013 | 6:23 pmMarilyn Stowe is the senior partner at Stowe Family Law LLP, is one of the country’s best known divorce lawyers and is also known to viewers as the resident legal expert on ITV This Morning. Her guide to divorce, Divorce & Splitting Up: Advice From a Top Divorce Lawyer has become an Amazon bestseller since being published as a Kindle book earlier this year. Why am I telling you about it? Well, should you or a loved one need it, you can get the Stowe Family Law LLP book FREE from now until 23:59 on Friday 3 May 2013. Divorce is expensive, but this book is filled with tips for…
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MomsWhoSave
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Get up to $250 in Coupons from Live Better America + Recipes & More
18 May 2013 | 12:06 amSign up for Live Better America's FREE newsletter for coupon savings of up to $250 per year, plus recipes for healthy living, and ideas for staying active. I get these emails (they don't send too many), and there are lots of good coupons in them from General Mills and other popular brands. ______________________________________________________ You might also like this post...Get Free Samples, up to $250 in Coupons, Recipes, and More From Betty Crocker ______________________________________________________ For more deals and coupons, check out my main deals page at MomsWhoSave.com… -
FREE $20 Gift Card of Your Choice When You Spend $20 at Old Navy or Gap (New Plink Members)
17 May 2013 | 11:43 pmHere's another great offer you can use if you haven't signed up with Plink yet! When you sign up for Plink today and make a minimum $20 in-store purchase at Old Navy or Gap, you'll get 2,000 Plink Points. That's enough to redeem for a $20 gift card of your choice at places like Amazon, Target, Walmart, Kohls, Starbucks, and more! Hurry, you need to sign up and make your $20 Old Navy or Gap purchase by Sunday, 5/26 at 11:59 EST. This is basically a freebie, so don't miss it! Click to get started here. Offer Details: - New Plink members only, one sign-up bonus per person - Plink Member… -
Enter to Win a $200 Sephora Gift Card
17 May 2013 | 10:24 pmSavingStar is hosting a sweepstakes to give away a $200 Sephora gift card! Simply login to the Rafflecopter widget at the bottom of this post to enter and vote for which SavingStar eCoupon is your favorite. You can receive extra entries for following SavingStar on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest, and for tweeting about the contest. If you aren't using SavingStar, you're missing some good savings! SavingStar is a free service that links grocery deals to your grocery and drugstore loyalty cards. There's nothing to clip or print. Over 100 chains participate in SavingStar, making it so easy to… -
Create Your Custom Tote Bag for Just $3.99 Shipped + Get 40 FREE Photo Prints
16 May 2013 | 9:26 pmYork's tote bag offer is back! If you missed your chance last time to make your own custom tote bag, here's another chance from York Photo. New customers can create a customized reusable grocery or tote bag FREE with code MYTOTE. (This is an $9.99 value.) You'll just pay shipping of approximately $3.99. This offer also comes with 40 FREE photo prints! You can customize your bag by choosing from lots of fun themes and designs, and then uploading your own photos and art if you'd like. You can even change the artwork and colors to give the design a whole new look. You… -
Print Your Famous Footwear Coupon for an Extra 20% Off + Combine With Sale for More Savings!
16 May 2013 | 2:13 pmPrint your coupon now for an extra 20% off your purchase at Famous Footwear. The coupon will be good in stores May 23 through 27. If you're shopping online, you can use coupon code FLAG13 at checkout at Famous Footwear here to get this deal. Stack your coupon with sale items to save even more! _______________________________________________________ For more deals and coupons, check out my homepage at MomsWhoSave.com. You can also find me on Facebook and join me on Twitter, along with more than 113,000 other bargain hunters for daily deal updates! Don't miss a freebie,…
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Frugal & Fabulous
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Link Up Your Giveaways!
14 May 2013 | 2:30 amHave a giveaway going on at your blog? Link it up here! Feel free to come back every Tuesday & link up at Frugal & Fabulous! Looking for more places to promote your giveaway? Click here for a list of giveaway link up sites! -
Make Your Jeans Brand New Again!
13 May 2013 | 5:35 pmLove super dark denim? Me too! But I hate when it starts to fade. If your jeans are looking a little worn out, try this trick my husband and I just tested! Our jeans look brand new again! Purchase two packages of Rit Fabric Dye (available at Walmart & most craft stores for around $2.20 a box) You want to get a box of Denim (or Navy) and a box of Black. Get a large bucket or rubbermaid bin and fill with about three gallons of very hot water (enough to cover whatever you are dyeing.) Add a cup a salt and empty the two Rit packages in the bin. Stir everything up and add a… -
Menu Plan Monday!
13 May 2013 | 4:44 pmHere's what's on this week's menu plan: Monday: Leftovers! Tuesday: Rotisserie Chicken Sandwiches & Chips Wednesday: Corn & Cheddar Chowder Thursday: Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas Friday: Pizza night! What's on your menu plan this week? View more menu plans at orgjunkie.com! -
Link Up Your Giveaways!
7 May 2013 | 1:08 pmHave a giveaway going on at your blog? Link it up here! Feel free to come back every Tuesday & link up at Frugal & Fabulous! Looking for more places to promote your giveaway? Click here for a list of giveaway link up sites! -
Link Up Your Giveaways!
30 Apr 2013 | 3:42 amHave a giveaway going on at your blog? Link it up here! Feel free to come back every Tuesday & link up at Frugal & Fabulous! Looking for more places to promote your giveaway? Click here for a list of giveaway link up sites!
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Franklin McMahon
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How to Learn Photoshop CC and Graphic Design
17 May 2013 | 4:46 amWhere do you start? One question I get constantly is how to learn Photoshop and how to learn graphic design. I’ve seen a lot of people take the incorrect route with this and I’ve decided to do a short video explaining the process. Especially if you are using Photoshop CS6 or the new Photoshop CC via Adobe Creative Cloud, or going through tutorials, these tips can help. It can make you better at the tool and better at graphic design, particularly if you are just starting out. Watch on YouTube: Ask Franklin – How to Learn Photoshop CC and Graphic Design -
How Can You Market Your Business To Be Different?
29 Apr 2013 | 6:51 amWhen you start your business and begin offering services, chances are you are offering a lot of the same things your competition is. There is much common ground, similar options, services and features. The hardest thing to do is also the most important, which is be different. Being different gives you leverage. It sets you apart from the competition. You begin to offer something that can’t be had anywhere else. It does take some time with a pencil and sketchpad to really map out what you can offer that cannot be found elsewhere, but it’s one of the most important brainstorming sessions… -
How to Use Emotion and Market Pleasure for Your Creative Business
17 Apr 2013 | 5:14 amHow you market yourself has a big impact on perception by a potential client. Often your creative business grows not because your skills get better (although that always helps) but because you start to rethink how you position what you are offering. This typically happens in three steps: 1. Services We all start out this way. When you first set up shop and provide services, you almost always list them in very basic terms. Web design, photography, music creation, marketing, social media, graphic design, etc. You list just what you do. I take photos of your event. I will design a website for… -
Generate Some Mystery In Your Creative Career – Andy Warhol
11 Apr 2013 | 8:16 amAndy Warhol was famous, and infamous, for saying very little. In the press, on TV, during interviews. But instead of the public losing interest because he was boring, the opposite happened, they became more and more intrigued. It’s hard not to be chatty these days, with so many digital ways to get your words out there. But having an element of mystery can really help you rise higher in people’s minds. You can often leave them wanting more. Warhol was an extreme part of the spectrum obviously. It would be difficult to have a televised interview or web feature and answer in either one word… -
Ask Franklin: How Do I Get My Big Project Started?
9 Apr 2013 | 5:20 amAll of us have a lot of projects we want to get to. Creative, business, personal. What does it take to get it rolling? That is the topic of today’s episode of Ask Franklin..how to finally get that big project up and rolling. Watch on YouTube - Ask Franklin: How Do I Get My Big Project Started?
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Stretching the One Income Dollar
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Kick Off Summer without Emptying Your Wallet
18 May 2013 | 8:56 pmKick Off Summer without Emptying Your Wallet -
Today's Quick Tip
15 May 2013 | 2:59 pmReview your cable tv bill. Can you switch to a cheaper plan?Maybe just get the basic plan?I did away with my Super Channel today and that alone took another $16 off my monthly bill. I really don't feel we used/watched much of it anyway. -
May's Guilt Free Shopping Sale With Orangefish
15 May 2013 | 5:51 amGood things come to those who wait, and now is finally the time.Orangefish is having its thrice yearly sale starting May 10 and running until May 24. The company provides busy moms and fashionistas a great online shopping experience. They have some excellent and unique gift ideas as well as items that you may just want to treat yourself with.For the next week over 200 exciting items will be on sale at a price to suit every budget. But beware there are limited quantities of each item available so you have to get a jump on the sale while you can. The items will ship at the end… -
Thinking About Trying Contact Lenses?
13 May 2013 | 1:03 pmThere comes a time in every glass wearer’s life that they wonder about trying out contacts for the very first time. Many people are afraid to try contacts for the very first time, but they shouldn't be. Here are some reasons why you should try out contacts, even if you never have before.They are comfortable: There is a great variety of contacts out there these days. If you look at places such as Clearly Contacts you will be impressed with the selection. You can choose from a vast array of contacts that are designed to fit many eye conditions, including astigmatism and sensitivity. They are… -
Happy Mother's Day Moms Everywhere!
12 May 2013 | 9:44 amTo all moms everywhere- Happy Mothers Day! May you share a special day with all your loved ones.I was spoiled again this year. Gerry gave me a very nice silver chain this year. I had been wearing one he gave me about 6 years or more ago, day and night.. and it was just not pretty anymore.Very dull looking. So am quite happy with the new one.The girls got me flowers, chocolates, scratch off tickets and a couple of gift cards- so all and all a very nice Mothers Day. Plus the fact that my girls live here is a nice gift in itself.Gerry is doing some moving around with re-organizing the…
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Cheapism Blog
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Best Cheap Meats for Grilling
20 May 2013 | 10:25 amCooking al fresco is one of the great delights of summer and cries out for cheap meats for grilling. Although you can cook just about anything over the coals, the centerpiece is usually a piece of meat. Rib steak and T-bone are made for grilling but priced above many consumers' budget constraint. Cheaper cuts of beef, along with budget-friendly pork and poultry, are not only fine but potentially glorious. In a search for the best cheap meats for grilling we informally surveyed a random group of butchers and ardent outdoor cooks who pointed us to cuts that please the palate and reduce the cost… -
May 20th Daily Deals: Technology & Entertainment Deals
20 May 2013 | 7:35 amThis week's picks for top technology and entertainment deals are an Amazon Kindle Fire ereader tablet, a Logitech PC peripherals sale and an unlocked Google Nexus 4 smartphone. 1. Amazon Kindle Fire eReader Tablet 54% Off This second generation Kindle Fire eReader has 8GB of memory, WiFi-connectivity and a 7-inch screen for a comfortable reading experience. Shipping is free. Amazon Kindle Fire eReader Tablet (eBay $109.95, 54% off from $239.99 - $130.04 savings, 4.2 out of 5 stars at Amazon) 2. Save up to 60% on Select Logitech PC Peripherals Today only: get select Logitech PC peripherals… -
Weekly Update: Price-Matching Policies Overview, Cheap Beach Gear and More
17 May 2013 | 12:17 pmMid-May is the perfect time to hunt for an apartment or a temp job. Learn to unlock the mysteries of price matching and use it to your advantage. Beach season is almost here so get ready with cheap beach gear and while away the hours with the ebook of your choice. Photo by Yellowj/Shutterstock New Article: Price-Matching Policies. For shoppers curious about price matching, trying to decipher the often cryptic fine print can be daunting. But don't be discouraged. We researched the policies of eight popular nationwide retailers and unveil the mysteries of how to price-match. New Blog Posts: The… -
May 17th Daily Deals: Top Travel Deals
17 May 2013 | 10:18 amThis week's picks for top travel deals include a London & Paris vacation, a beachfront resort in Jamaica and a Spain escape. 1. London & Paris Vacation 41% Off This eight-day vacation includes roundtrip airfare, sightseeing and hotel accommodations. Choose from 27 available options including customized departure dates and locations. London & Paris Vacation (Groupon $1,699, 41% off from $2,888 - $1,189 savings) 2. Beachfront Resort in Jamaica 49% Off Choice of a four or five-night stay for two with an option for up to a ten-night stay on a beachfront resort in Jamaica. Deal… -
Can Readers Save by Switching to Digital?
17 May 2013 | 8:08 amPrint books may not be dead yet, but ebooks are undoubtedly the future. They're space-saving, environmentally friendly, and often cheaper than their dead-tree counterparts. Ereaders and tablets are more affordable than ever. So, is it time for budget-conscious consumers to dump print and go all digital? Probably not. Photo by Willy Deganello/Shutterstock The price point for ebooks has been in flux. Apple, one of the largest ebook sellers, is headed to court in June over an alleged price-fixing scheme. A Justice Department lawsuit accuses Apple of conspiring with publishers to put pressure on…
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More With Less Today
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New Grocery and Pet Care Coupons for May 20th
20 May 2013 | 11:29 amHere are some new grocery and pet care coupons for May 20th. Print out the ones you will use, as I never know how many prints are allowed for each coupon! Pet Care B2G2 Free Purina Pro Plan cat food, 3oz cans $3.00 off one Purina Pro Plan dry Cat Food, 7 lb $5.00 off Any Two (2) PetArmor products Hormel + BBQ! $1.00 off any 1 LLOYD’S Barbeque product $1.00 off any two HORMEL Bacon Toppings $1.00 off HORMEL ALWAYS TENDER meat $1.00 off 2 HORMEL NATURAL CHOICE products $1.00 off 2 HORMEL Pepperoni packages $3.00 off one HORMEL Party Tray product $1.00 off 2 HORMEL Chicken Breast… -
Discounts and Offers from MedSpas and on Beauty Products
20 May 2013 | 11:12 amMy “Day Job” (I am on the right) Many of my readers know that my “day job” is working as an aesthetic practice coordinator at a MedSpa in Southern California. I just returned from the Aesthetic Show in Las Vegas and my head is spinning with all the information I learned on the newest lasers, aesthetic devices, cosmeceuticals, procedures and more. If you are trying to sort out all the choices available to you, I invite you to follow my blog as I am adding a beauty savings category to the mix along with all of the other ways to save you money that I find each day. I help… -
Today’s Hot Deals for May 20th
20 May 2013 | 9:58 amHappy Monday! I am struggling to get moving this morning after attending a convention in Las Vegas this weekend. Back to reality is tough! Here are Today’s Hot deals, coupons and freebies that I found for today, May 20th and the week ahead. Come back Tuesday for an updated list! 50 FREE MP3 songs from Amazon.com. :: Retail Deals Thank you to Your Retail Helper for your help! Amazon Mom Appreciation Event- 20% off baby items Amazon-promo code for 20% off clothing and shoes Aeropostale - $10 off $50 Exp 5/31 Banana Republic Factory Store - 10% off $100+ purchase Exp 5/21… -
Target Deals and Gift Card with Purchase Deals Through May 25th
20 May 2013 | 9:52 amGoing to Target this week? There are over 100 Target coupons available to help save you some money. You can view them here. MommySaves Big put together a list of Target deals that come with a Target Gift Card with purchase. You can view those here: Women’s Flip Flops $2.00 $2.00/1 Select Women’s Sandals – Target Coupon: Coupon - Final Price: Free Sonos Play3 Wireless Speaker $299.99 *Buy 1, Receive $30.00 Target Gift Card **Pay $299.99, Receive $30.00 Target Gift Card - Final Price: $269.99 iPod Touch 4, 16 GB $195.00 *Buy 1, Receive $20.00 Target Gift Card **Pay $195.00, Receive… -
Ten Best Moisturizers Under $20
20 May 2013 | 9:52 amTen Best Moisturizers Under $20 – put together by Allure Magazine. Here is a helpful list of moisturizers for many skin types tested by the beauty editors of Allure Magazine: BASIC DAYTIME CeraVe Facial Moisturizing Lotion AM($13.47; walmart.com) is a hydrating powerhouse: It contains ceramides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid to draw in moisture, strengthening and plumping skin, plus SPF 30 to protect it from the sun. Yet it still feels light and silky, and it won’t clog your pores. BASIC NIGHTTIME With a peptide-B3 complex, niacinamide, and powerful antioxidants like vitamin E…
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Common Cents Mom
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Misura Giveaway to Celebrate the End of School
12 May 2013 | 2:14 pmIt is that time of year again, another school year will soon be coming to a close. Here at our house we care preparing for the end of year camp that my teen will attend with her school, and all the other end of the year school activities. In the midst of doing this though we have been trying to get healthier and in doing so are choosing healthier snacks and cookies for our summer treats. One of the treats we recently got to snacking on were Misura Pomegranate Biscuits. They were light and yummy and a healthy choice, which is always good right. They are imported from Italy which makes them… -
Mother’s Day and a Netflix Giveaway
10 May 2013 | 12:28 pmHow will you be spending your Mother’s Day? If you are anything like me you will wake up to breakfast made by your kids. For me my teen has made this a tradition, then it is time for whatever gift she has made that year, and then we spend the day together. What better way to spend the day together especially if it is rainy, but then with a great movie and a bowl of popcorn. We love our Netflix for this. We have been using Netflix for over a year now and love watching movies together. It is great family time. This year there is a great line up of movies on Netflix all with… -
Twilight Tea at the Windsor Arms
10 May 2013 | 4:53 amThis week my teen daughter and I took some time to spend it together by going to the Twilight Tea at The Windsor Arms Hotel. This fine 4 star hotel that housed the original TIFF is like stepping back in time in many ways. It truly is a bit of Toronto history which is one of the reasons I love it so. Our tea started with choosing the perfect hat to wear as we enjoyed tea. There is a wonderful selection and the $5 you spend to wear one goes to Look Good Feel Better, a wonderful charity that helps those going through cancer look good and feel better. Then it was time for tea. If you… -
Children’s Mental Health Week in Canada
5 May 2013 | 8:36 pmToday starts Children’s Mental Health Week in Canada. Last year I wrote about the Canadian statics and the wait times. I even made an infographic to try and raise awareness. The Canadian statics scare me and to be honest they should scare any Canadian parent. How does it impact youth? It is estimated that 10-20% of Canadian youth are affected by a mental illness or disorder – the single most disabling group of disorders worldwide. Today, approximately 5% of male youth and 12% of female youth, age 12 to 19, have experienced a major depressive episode. The total number of 12-19 year… -
What Does $100 Buy At Walmart Canada?
5 May 2013 | 4:15 pmOn Thursday May 2nd, Walmart Canada declared it the national day of savings for stores across Canada and they challenged a group of us bloggers from across Canada to see what we could buy for $100. Well I shop quite regularly at Walmart as it is the store at the end of my street. Really it is my corner store. So what was my challenge since I am job hunting I decided to get outfits I could wear for work and since I work in Social Media I need everything from a dress to casual pants and tops. I took part in the challenge at the Dufferin Mall Walmart. As soon as I got to the store I noticed…
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Baby Savers!
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Walmart Deals: Gerber Graduates Sippy Cup for $0.97 after Printable Coupon!
20 May 2013 | 11:59 amIf you’re heading to Walmart you can get a great deal on Gerber Sippy Cups with this easy scenario using printable coupons! Here’s how to get the deal: :: Buy Gerber Sippy Cup = $2.97 :: Use $2/1 ANY Gerber Graduates Sippy Cup coupon(use zip 84042) Final cost: $0.97 each! Visit my printable coupon page to find more of the latest and greatest coupons! Thanks TheWallyWorldWoman for photo! The post Walmart Deals: Gerber Graduates Sippy Cup for $0.97 after Printable Coupon! appeared first on Baby Savers!. -
Zulily Deals on Melissa & Doug Toys and More: Save Up to 50%!
20 May 2013 | 11:48 amIf you’re new to Zulily, please sign up here! Zulily just opened up a great sale on Melissa & Doug toys, playsets, and more. Prices start at just $7.99! Here are a few items that I found . . . The Band-in-a-Box Set is priced at $18.99. That’s 24% off the list price of $25! The Bella Butterfly or Scootin’ Turtle Mealtime Set is priced at $9.99. That’s 50% off the list price of $20! The Farm Blocks 36-Piece Set is priced at $19.99. That’s 33% off the list price of $30! Other brands on sale at Zulily today include Happy Family snacks, Playhut, and Kolcraft. See… -
Save 69% on the Boxed Set Children’s Blu-ray Movies, Free Shipping Eligible!
20 May 2013 | 11:24 amThe Diary of a Wimpy Kid 1, 2 & 3 [Blu-ray] ison sale right now for $21.99 at Amazon. That’s 69% off the list price of $69.99! Also available for the same deal are . . . Robots, Horton Hears a Who, & Rio 3-Movie Collection [Blu-ray] Alvin and the Chipmunks 1, 2 & 3 [Blu-ray] Ice Age Trilogy [Blu-ray] Shipping is free with Amazon Prime or if you spend $25 or more. See all posted Amazon deals for more savings opportunities! Remember, Amazon prices flip fast. If you see something you like at a price that works for you, you may want to buy it in case the cost goes up. -
Top Things to Do and the Best Condo Rentals in Destin, Florida! #Brandcation
20 May 2013 | 11:15 amLast week I went on a Brandcation with a handful of other influential mom bloggers. We stayed at the best condo rentals in Destin, Florida: the Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village. The Emerald Grande resort was nice enough to cover a good portion of the accomodation costs to make it possible for the entire group to stay in the condos at the resort. Groups of four were assigned to a condo and we were set to move in for a long weekend. I walked into the luxury condominium and knew that we were staying in the best condo rental in Destin Florida! We could have fit twice as many mom bloggers into… -
Save 69% on The Sweet Dreams Nite Light Musical Turtle!
20 May 2013 | 10:47 amThe The Sweet Dreams Nite Light Musical Turtle is on sale for $8.99 at Tanga.com right now. That’s 69% off the retail price of $29.95! Product information: Available in Pink or Brown Projection Lighting Modes: Constant Glow and Gentle Pulsing Glow Night Light Modes: Red, Blue, Yellow, Green 4 Musical Selections Requires 3 AAA Batteries (not included) Dimensions: 12 × 7.25 × 4.25 inches Includes Retail Packaging Makes for a fun “stuffed animal” to be played with during the day! Shipping is just $3.99 for this item! Shop the Tanga’s Daily Deals, Top Sellers section, and…
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Its All Free Online - Free Samples
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Free 30 Contact Lense Trial
20 May 2013 | 2:18 pmNew lenses every day, and refreshing comfort all day long with every blink. Sign up for a 30-day Trial offer. To get your free contact lens trial follow the steps below. 1. Click this link 2. Click on one of the banners 3. On the left side click the get a free trial 4. Enter your email address and complete your profile -
Free Sample of Biotrue
20 May 2013 | 2:16 pmUpdate: It’s working again! Contact solution freebies or deals are always a must for me. I have been wearing contacts since I was 12, so I am ALWAYS buying solution. Get a free sample of Biotrue. Go to this page and make sure you click NO, otherwise you will just get a coupon and not a sample. Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery, available wile supplies last. -
Free Disney Custom Printed Map
20 May 2013 | 2:09 pmClick the banner below to get your free Disney Custom Printed Map! -
Free Fedex Delivery Manager
20 May 2013 | 1:58 pmGet the FedEx Delivery Manager Free! You can get deliveries on your schedule. Built to make your life easier, FedEx Delivery Manager gives you the power to customize your home deliveries to fit your busy life. Get alerts via email and text message! Click the banner below to join: -
Free Sample of Emergen-C Vitamin Drink Mix
20 May 2013 | 1:55 pmGet a free sample of Emergen-C vitamin drink mix. Fill out the easy form to get your free sample. You may get more than one, because after you complete the form it says “free samples will be shipped shortly”. Available for US and CAN residents. Click here to get your free sample. You can also visit their Facebook page to request a free sample.
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Mama of 3 Munchkins
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Chocolate Mint Profiteroles
20 May 2013 | 11:59 amThis Memorial Day Weekend, enjoy a more sophisticated spin on the classic ice cream sandwich by serving up some delectable Chocolate Mint Profiteroles, by “Top Chef” judge Gail Simmons. This easy-to-make snack features a variety of ice cream flavors sandwiched between flaky puff pastry, resulting in a treat that is guaranteed to be a hit all summer long! Chocolate Mint Profiteroles Prep: 15 minutes Bake: 15 minutes Cool: 10 minutes Makes: 12 servings Ingredients All-purpose flour 1/2 of a 17.3-ounce package Pepperidge Farm Puff Pastry Sheets (1 sheet), thawed 1 cup chocolate chip… -
Manage the Chaos of Family Life with LivingTree
20 May 2013 | 3:00 amThis is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of LivingTree. Let's face it — As parents we know too well the daily chaos of coordinating our family schedules. Coordinating our own schedules between spouses, among all the events in our kid’ lives (class schedules, school events, game schedules, field trips, ballet, swim meets- It can get a bit hectic. For those of us needing a way to tame the chaos, a new platform called LivingTree has just launched. LivingTree offers a web and mobile (iOS and Android) service, a cutting-edge system that aims to make it easy for busy parents… -
Frugal Shopping: Six Ways to Save at the Grocery Store
15 May 2013 | 2:50 pmGrocery trips can save money, as long as you plan the right way! Here are six tactics to meeting your budget and saving money when out on food-buying trips! 1. Ban Unplanned Trips: Casual, spur-of-the-moment grocery store visits are trouble. You are more likely to buy only one or two items, which makes it easier to make unnecessary, extra purchases, and the tiny shopping trips like this can also waste gas and driving time. You are also more likely to be hungry on an unplanned shopping trip, which can also encourage unnecessary purchases without regard to current budgets. To save money, make… -
What's Next: A Quick Look at the Coolest Upcoming Smartphones
13 May 2013 | 6:00 amWho doesn’t like toys? We all like toys. If we didn’t like to have the coolest most fun toys then the phone in your pocket would still be a boring old phone able to do nothing but make boring old phone calls. But the fact of the matter is that practically since the leap of the cell phone into the consumer marketplace with the debut of Snake and Tetris in the old school phones, people have made on thing clear – We like toys and the devices with the most cool and most high tech toys are the ones that people will want the most. So take heart grown up kids with money for toys, 2013 is a… -
Still Looking for the Perfect Gift for Mom? Consider the 10 Inch Paris Fry Pan from GreenPan
11 May 2013 | 5:54 pmStill looking for the perfect Mother's Day Gift for Mom? Still stumped for ideas? No worries! We're here to help you find the perfect gift for Mom! There's still time to get mom the perfect gift! Does mom love to cook? Does mom want something easy and fun, that's healthy AND green? The GreenPan 10 inch Paris Fry Pan will most definitely help mom cook healthier meals with delectation and enjoyment. And, this beautiful fry pan would make the perfect accent to any mom's kitchen. This amazing fry pan is super easy-to clean, which means care and maintenance is effortless. We received an fry pan in…
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Coupons You May Have Missed
20 May 2013 | 11:24 amDid you miss yesterday’s coupons? Well here’s your chance to get them all in one place. Most coupons go pretty quick so be sure to print them while you can. Remember, you should be able to hit the back button on your browser and print 2 coupons!! $1.00 off any (1) DOVEBAR Ice Cream Multi-Pack $1.00 off HORMEL ALWAYS TENDER meat $3.00 off one HORMEL Party Tray product $1.00 off any two HORMEL Bacon Toppings $1.00 off 2 HORMEL Chicken Breast products $1.00 off 2 HORMEL NATURAL CHOICE products $1.00 off 2 HORMEL Pepperoni packages $1.00 off… -
Spring Time Recipes from Fisher Nuts and Alex Guarnaschelli (Baking Prize Pack Giveaway)
20 May 2013 | 9:38 amSpring is here, which means that it is time to get outside and enjoy the change in weather. Nothing says springtime like fresh, new recipes for cooking and baking. Fisher Nuts is continuing to partner with Food Network Chef Alex Guarnaschelli, a recent winner on Food Network’s Iron Chef and a regular judge on Chopped, to offer you a fresh twist on spring recipes. Using seasonal ingredients like fresh nuts and produce can help bring your recipes to life and Chef Alex has recommendations for taking your spring cuisine to a new level. Check out some of Alex’s recipes and tips for… -
My Kids Bowl Free This Summer… Do Yours?
20 May 2013 | 8:29 amI have some exciting money saving news for you all! Have you heard of the Kids Bowl Free program. There is no doubt in my mind that you are going to love it!! Kids Bowl Free is a great way to get active without spending a ton of money! Now your listening right?!? The Kids Bowl Free program is designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer. Families can get two free games for up to six children per day, and family packs for the whole summer start at $24.95. Want more info? Luckily we have a… -
Amazon Deal: Ravensburger Farm 24-Piece Puzzleball $5.55
20 May 2013 | 7:52 amRavensburger Farm 24-Piece Puzzleball is only $5.55 on Amazon! Great addition to your present closet! price went up to $10.07. Still half off but not as good! The post Amazon Deal: Ravensburger Farm 24-Piece Puzzleball $5.55 appeared first on "Deal"icious Mom. -
Freebies for May 20th
20 May 2013 | 5:30 amHere are the hottest daily freebies and free samples I found: - FREE $5 Zinio Digital Magazine Voucher Claim your US $5 Zinio voucher. Coupon expires June 30, 2013 at 10:29 am (EDT). - Watch 10 Family Movies for FREE at Wehrenberg Theatres Starting June 5, 2013 through August 15, 2013, watch 10 family movies for FREE at Wehrenberg Theatres. See the offer page for movies listing and locations. - 10 FREE Pampers Gifts to Grow Points Enter promotion code NLMAYFLOWER2013 to earn 10 FREE Pampers Gifts to Grow points. ____________ Still available: - B1G1 FREE Breakfast Entree at Bob…
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More Graduation Deals
18 May 2013 | 12:02 pmI hope you’ve enjoyed the graduation sales and discounts we’ve been sharing the past couple of days. But we’re not done yet! Here are some more savings on graduation cards, gifts and more. – CVS Photo has set up some nice deals with graduation in mind. You can save 20% on their photo cards (great for invitations or congratulation cards) with coupon code 20CARD. You can also save 30% on photo mugs, photo panels and easel art with coupon code 30GIFT. – Personalized stationery makes a wonderful gift for any graduate. And with Expressionery coupon code GRAD13, you… -
Great Deals on Graduation Gifts
17 May 2013 | 8:50 amGraduation is the culmination of years of study and hard work. It’s the end of one’s time at school, but it’s also a new beginning. Whether the graduate is going on to further studies or joining the workforce, it’s certainly an occasion to celebrate. If there’s a recent or upcoming graduate in your life, you can commemorate the occasion with a thoughtful gift. Here are a few ideas. – Personalized items make lovely graduation presents. You can find plenty to choose from at Things Remembered, including the spinning photo frame shown here. And if you order it… -
Got Graduation Cards?
16 May 2013 | 9:09 amGraduation season is one of the most profitable times of the year for invitation and greeting card companies. Students send out invitations to those who they would like to see in the audience on their big day. The invitees in return send notes of congratulation (perhaps containing some cash or a gift card). The grateful graduate responds with a thank you card. As you can see, it’s big business! Most graduates have the option of ordering invitations and thank you notes from their schools. These are usually very nice, but they also tend to be quite expensive. And since they’re all… -
Top 5 Mother’s Day Flower Deals
7 May 2013 | 5:23 pmMother’s Day is coming up on Sunday, May 12th. If you’re planning on sending flowers, time is running out. While it’s true that most companies offer next-day delivery, the longer you wait, the less you’ll have to choose from. So without further ado, here are the top five flower deals for Mother’s Day 2013. 5. FloraQueen has lots of beautiful bouquets to choose from. Use FloraQueen coupon code MDAYOFF to save 10% on your order. 4. 1-800-Flowers is offering a twofer deal for Mother’s Day this year. When you buy two items, you can use coupon code MOM79 to save… -
Not Your Typical Mother’s Day Gifts
2 May 2013 | 4:00 pmFlowers and jewelry are your standard Mother’s Day gifts, and in most cases these things will make Mom a very happy lady. But some moms just aren’t really into those kinds of things. And even for those who are, a change of pace is nice sometimes. So I thought I’d share some deals on atypical Mother’s Day gifts for 2013. If your mom is a fan of professional wrestling, you’ll be happy to know about the current WWE Shop sale. In honor of Mother’s Day, they’re offering a 20% discount on orders of $50 or more with coupon code MOM20. Does your mom love…
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Top 10 Budget Saving Books
6 May 2013 | 8:16 amI am a voracious reader—it has always been that way. From devouring an entire series of books in elementary school to spending my junior high spring break on the beach reading the Diary of Anne Frank & Flowers for Algernon, books have always been a part of my life. Our oldest daughter is quite a book worm herself, and I couldn’t be more thrilled. It will serve her well through the years. There is just so much you can learn from books! It’s time to start making my summer reading list, so I was inspired again to share this one with you! This list includes the 10 books that… -
Free Bowling All Summer
3 May 2013 | 1:36 pmSummer is almost here, and you know what that means — free bowling all season long! Bowling is a great way to have fun indoors when it’s too hot to play outside. And, with 2 free pass options this year, you’re sure to find a participating bowling center in your area. Here’s how it works: Register your kids for either Kids Bowl Free or AMF Free Summer Bowling (or both!). Check your email each week for vouchers. Bowl up to two games per kid everyday, all summer! Pay only for shoes, unless you bring your own. (Check yard sales & resale shops for deals!) If everyone… -
Dollar General: Save $10 on $50 or more
29 Jan 2013 | 8:32 am$10 off $50 or more Save $10 on any order of $50 or more at Dollar General. Coupon Code: None Required Expiration Date: 2/28/13 Related posts: CorpNet Incorporation Services: Save $49 (Basic Service FREE) PacSun: Save 15% Love Drop – Spend a Dollar, Change a Life -
How to Set SMART Financial Goals for the New Year
8 Jan 2013 | 10:31 amBetween New Year’s resolutions and a fresh tax year, it’s time for all new financial goals. Since we started a new business last year, our goals are primarily related to new contracts, products and increasing revenue. Which all sounds well and good, but we’re going to have be smart about it. Really SMART. As in, Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and within a Time Limit. Open-ended goals just weren’t working for us. We need to have a timeline and a plan for measuring success. It’s like that for all goals or resolutions, really. Are you setting goals for… -
Christmas Clearance: Beyond Trees and Lights
26 Dec 2012 | 5:23 amThere are only 364 days until Christmas—it’s time to stockup on wrapping paper, greeting cards and stocking stuffers. Of course, I’m only partly kidding. Holiday clearance deals begin now, and the prices will continue to drop all week. This is when I purchase my wrapping paper, gift tags and holiday trinkets to use in next year’s stockings. Most stores are at 50% off for all Christmas products. This includes not just decorations, wrapping supplies and other obviously Christmas items but great deals on products you can use all year long. Christmas is the best time to…
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Thrift Haul: Back to the Flea Market with Pacman, Boozing, Mod Lamps & More
20 May 2013 | 5:57 amI hit up my favorite flea market for the first time in months this Wednesday and went crazy. The booths needed fresh merch and the new finds were inspiring. It took a couple of days to clean and process it all, but 'twas worth it! Holy Ash Tray Nirvana, Batman! Okay that made no sense, but god damn, these were too beautiful. I've never puffed on smoke from tobacky of the non or wacky variety but man do I have an affinity for ash trays. See the sets I made out of them on Etsy. This huge atomic style red beast is a pretty piece for daily use or display. I'm selling it for $15.00. ---> On… -
Damn, I Made it Look too Easy: Getting Real about Leaving the Day Job
17 May 2013 | 6:28 amEvery time I write a creative biz tip post I get at least one e-mail that looks a lot like this: I wrote a timeline to show people it was a slow, gradual process that took years. I'll break it down some more here. The basic answer: the brand I've built is the result of sleepless nights, HARD-ASS-WORK and perseverance over three years. 1) Passion: I started Thrift Core soon after I landed my copywriting job, I was ghost writing and wanted a space where I could write with my real voice. Early posts were BAD due to very limited time and lack of practice, but it was the necessary start. -
Thrifty Must-Have Kitchen Staples: My Essentials for Cleaning, Eats, & More
15 May 2013 | 6:00 amI remember reading articles about families that lived "trash free" by keeping only natural, whole/unprocessed product stocked in their pantries and making all their food and essentials from scratch. It was inspirational, but seemed impossible three years ago Now here I am living the same way, it was a natural evolution that came along with slowly switching to eating raw vegan and making my own personal and household cleaning concoctions: Keeping the following on hand I can make all of my favorite eats, body products, and household essentials. It's easy, effective, and cheap!: Baking… -
Thrift Haul: Barware, Magazines and Swinging Sixties Goodness Abounds
13 May 2013 | 6:13 amI was off to the nursery this weekend to pick out colorful succulents for my vintage pots, but I ended up stopping at four different yard sales along the way. My favorite two were held at historic homes shaded by gigantic trees dripping with Spanish moss. One sale was hosted by a mod collector and another by a reseller. I stayed too long and spent too much, but I love the mostly 1960s scores I came home with: First witness a find that was on my wish list, a matching set of mod lamps. I'd love any information on these lamps if you have them. You can use them three ways,… -
Ultimate Blogging FAQ: How to Get Readers, Traffic, Advertisers, & More!
9 May 2013 | 7:21 amI've written thousands of words to help small businesses and creatives. I'd say: Mission Accomplished! I'll report on breaking news in the field when I encounter them but until then, I'm wrapping up the small business series and focusing on inspiration. I'm finishing it off with a helpful FAQ Series, starting with the questions I get the most on blogging: 1. What's the #1 thing you did to get your blog to where it is now? Working hard on the content to make it as helpful and entertaining as possible for the reader. Content is paramount! When your content is good people will read, come…
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Aktuelle Themen •
18 May 2013 | 9:51 amDas sind alles schöne Worte, aber wirklich! Solche Situationen passieren doch in den Filmen, ich denke nicht, dass es so sein kann, sonst wäre sie selbst darauf gekommen. Also ich denke, dass es leider etwas im Busch ist – ich würde dir aus gutem Herzen diesen link empfehlen – da kannst du manches tolle Equipment finden, mit welchem du die bedien ausspionieren kannst. Trotzdem hoffe ich für das beste und dass ich mich irre! Statistik: Verfasst von leffelero — Sa 18. Mai 2013, 16:51 -
Aktuelle Themen •
18 May 2013 | 2:41 amGibt es denn keine andere Erklärung? Hast du nicht Geburtstag oder so was in nächster Zeit? Vielleicht hat er das geplant mit deiner Mitbewohnerin? Oder er wollte, dass sie ihm hilft, einen Verlobungsring auszusuchen? Was meinst du? Statistik: Verfasst von xkindlorows — Sa 18. Mai 2013, 09:41 -
Aktuelle Themen • Er besucht meine Mitbewohnerin!
17 May 2013 | 2:32 amLeute ist das zu fassen? Also ich habe den tollen Freund, mit dem ich immer Spaß habe, der mir immer sagt, dass er mich liebt und so, und ich dachte, dass ich einen Volltreffer mit ihm gelandet habe, aber leider sehe ich jetzt, dass es nicht stimmt! Es ist doch so – mein Freund betrügt mich! Er besucht heimlich meine Mitbewohnerin, wenn ich an der Uni oder bei der Arbeit bin, und das kann ich nicht fassen! ich hatte mal eine Vorlesung weniger und ich wollte schneller nach Hause, weil ich so hungrig war und da habe ich von weitem gesehen, wie er aus der Wohnung kam, da rief ich ihn schnell… -
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12 May 2013 | 8:51 amVieles hängt davon ab, was denn für dich billig bedeutet. Somit wird für den einen ein Zahnersatz in Polen einfach billig sein und für den anderen nur ein bisschen günstiger. Egal aber wie man es sieht und was man alles dazu rechnet, es lohnt sich.Statistik: Verfasst von Cialis Pas Cher — So 12. Mai 2013, 15:51 -
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11 May 2013 | 7:58 amIch habe auch die Zusatzkosten mir dazu gerechnet und es war für mich immer noch günstiger, also denke ich, dass da nichts übertrieben ist.Statistik: Verfasst von Hefsweereeger — Sa 11. Mai 2013, 14:58
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Cascade Dishwasher Detergent Coupon | ActionPacs $0.17 Each Shipped!
20 May 2013 | 2:38 pmGrab this Cascade Coupon Now! Go If you are looking for a Cascade Dishwasher Detergent Coupon, make sure you check out this Amazon Coupon that is available now! Clip this $0.50 off Cascade Dishwasher Detergent Coupon for extra savings on Cascade ActionPacs. Get this 85-Count container of Cascade ActionPacs (Fresh Scent) for $15.46. Shop through Subscribe and Save and receive an additional 5% off + Free Shipping! That drops your price to $14.19, or $0.17 each Shipped when you combine the Amazon Coupon with Subscribe and Save! You can also get this price on the 60-Count Cascade ActionPacs… -
Welch’s Coupons | Buy 3, Get FREE Nalgene Water Bottle!
20 May 2013 | 2:35 pmWelch’s CouponsGo We have Welch’s Coupons for $1 off 1 Welch’s Juice Cocktails (Zip Code 30303) that you can use with a hot new Welch’s Rebate for a FREE Nalgene Water Bottle when you buy 3 Welch’s Refrigerated Cocktails! Walmart has the Refrigerated Juice for $2 and if you use the $1 off Welch’s Coupons you will get each for $1 and if you buy 3 you can get a FREE Water Bottle! Get this week’s best Walmart Deals, Coupons, and Freebies at our Walmart Page! Welch’s Refrigerated Juice Cocktail-$2 $1/1 Welch’s Refrigerated Juice printable Buy… -
FREE Sample of Origins GinZing (First 100,000)
20 May 2013 | 2:30 pmHere’s a great new Free Samples offer from Origins. You can get a FREE Sample of Origins GinZing Energy Boosting Moisturizer! This sample is available for the first 100,000 people so hopefully you have a good chance at getting one! Let me know if this works for you! Plus, Don’t miss all the other Free Stuff I have posted Recently. You can also sign up for our New Email Alerts! You’ll be notified by email when New Coupons, Free Samples and Deals that won’t last long are posted. It’s a great way to stay up to date all day long, just keep in mind you will get… -
Sundown Naturals Coupons | $0.34 Calcium at Rite Aid!
20 May 2013 | 2:24 pmSundown Naturals CouponsGo Here is another good deal you can get at Rite Aid with the Sundown Naturals Coupons and a Buy 1, Get 1 FREE Deal this week AND monthly +Up Rewards at Rite Aid! The have the Sundown Calcium plus Vita D3 for $11.69 and you will get a $5 on 1 so you can get 2 $5 +Ups when you buy 2! With 1 of the Sundown Naturals Coupons, each bottle will be only $0.34! For more Rite Aid freebies, coupons, and more, check out our Rite Aid Store Page! Here are some deal scenarios: Sundown Calcium plus Vita D3- $11.69Buy 1, Get 1 FREE Buy 1, Get $5 +Up Reward $1/1 Sundown Naturals… -
Target Coupons | FREE Corn and $0.04 Bananas!
20 May 2013 | 2:12 pmTarget CouponsGo Make sure you get the Target Coupons sent to your phone because if you have a Super Target with a Produce Section you will be able to snag FREE Corn and Super Cheap Bananas! You can text SPRING to 827438 to get the Target Mobile Coupons for $1 off Fresh Fruit and $1 off Fresh Vegetables or text PICNIC to 827438! You will get a link with the coupons sent right to your phone :) Get more Target Deals, coupons, and freebies at our Target Page! Ears of Corn-$0.25 (Buy 4) $1/1 Fresh Vegetables of $1 or more Target Mobile FREE after coupon! Bananas-$0.24 (Buy 5) $1/1 Fresh Fruit of…
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Yellow Box Flip Flops and Sandals ~ up to 50% off!
20 May 2013 | 1:21 pmCould you use some cute new flip flops or sandals? Check out these deals today on Yellow Box Flip Flops and Sandals ~ up to 50%! Go to Zulily to sign in or sign up to view this and other deals for today! Find them on the front page, or on the ‘Best Sellers’ tab under ‘Yellow Box Shoes’. Thanks for supporting The Frugal Girls! -
Andes Mint Dark Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies
20 May 2013 | 9:00 amLike it? Pin it! Have you hopped on the Cake Mix Cookies craze?? They take only a few ingredients, and you have yourself some delicious cookies… with hardly any effort! As I was standing in the grocery store scanning all of the fabulous flavors of cake mix, a tasty little thought popped into my head… dark chocolate mint cookies ~ how could you go wrong with that combination?!? Andes Mint Dark Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies {just 4 ingredients!} What You’ll Need: 1 box Betty Crocker Super Moist Dark Chocolate Cake Mix {15.25 oz.} 1/2 cup Vegetable or Canola Oil 2 eggs 1 bag Andes… -
Weight Watchers Magazine: 1-yr for $4.49! {thru 5/20}
20 May 2013 | 6:30 amNeed some inspiration and motivation to get ready for summer? Right now you can score a 1-yr subscription {6 issues} to Weight Watchers Magazine for $4.49/yr! Go to DiscountMags At checkout, enter discount code: FRUGALGIRLS Save More $$ when you purchase up to a 4-yr subscription at the discounted rate! Allow 8-14 weeks for your first magazine to arrive Looking for a deal on another magazine? Use code FRUGALGIRLS to take 20% off your entire order at DiscountMags! {some magazines may be excluded} Thanks for supporting The Frugal Girls! See Also: -
FREE Fancy Nancy Printable Paper Dolls!
20 May 2013 | 5:00 amDo you know a little someone who would love some Printable Paper Dolls? Go print this fun Fancy Nancy Printable Paper Doll! See Also: -
FREE Disney Story App! {iPhone or iPad}
20 May 2013 | 4:00 amWho needs PowerPoint? Use the FREE Disney Story App to make a fun story to share out of your everyday life! See Also: FREE Bloglovin’ Droid and iPhone Apps!
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Old Town Trolley Tour Coupon Code – DC, Boston, Savannah
20 May 2013 | 1:18 amOld Town Trolley Tour Coupon Code, Trusted Tours Coupons for 2013. Check out the latest Washington DC trolley tours coupons for Monuments by Moonlight, Boston trolley tours coupons, Old Savannah Tours, New Orleans trolley tours coupons, San Diego Trolley tours and more. Trusted Tours offers discounted tickets for the best sightseeing tours via Old Town [...] -
Weight Watchers Online Coupons
19 May 2013 | 6:16 pmIf you’re looking for options to help you lose weight, look no further. Weight Watchers is offering Weight Watchers Online Coupons and promotional code to help you eat right and live healthy. Weight watchers provides you with the tools you need to succeed and support system that’s available in person or online. Check out recent [...] -
Boost Mobile Coupons
19 May 2013 | 2:33 pmBoost Mobile is one of Sprint’s prepaid brands offering wireless phones and services with no long-term contracts. Boost Mobile provides value for wireless consumers with their innovative voice and data services which features Monthly Unlimited with reduce rates as low as $40/month for unlimited talk, text, web, email and 411. Get $30 off the Samsung [...] -
Paragon Sports – 20% OFF North Face Promotion
19 May 2013 | 2:33 pmParagon Sports is your ultimate online resource for sporting goods, providing you clothing, footwear, sporting equipment and more. Paragon carries a variety of name brands including The North Face, Nike, New Balance, Patagonia, Adidas, Asics, Marmot, Swiss Army, Jansport, Champion, Prince, Rollerblade, Reebok, Under Armour, Victorinox-Swiss Army, Merrell, Teva, Salomon, Burton, Arc’teryx, Columbia Sportswear, Speedo, [...] -
Banana Republic Coupon Code
19 May 2013 | 12:30 pmSave on today’s fashion with Banana Republic promotion code and discount code. Banana Republic delivers an elevated design with luxurious fabrications that make runway style more accessible at reasonable prices. Banana Republic offers sophisticated seasonal collections of accessories, shoes, personal care products, intimate apparel and gifts for the home. Whether you’re looking for work outfits, [...]
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Father’s Day Gift Guide – Dr. Jimz Concentrated Compost Factor
20 May 2013 | 5:47 pmName of the Product Dr. Jimz Concentrated Compost Factor Price of Product $45.99 Where it can be purchased Dr. Jimz Website Description Encourages larger and more abundant fruits, Increased tree seedling growth, Larger and more flowers, Increases size and quality of fruits, Promotes recovery of stressed plants from frost, fungus, bacteria, nematodes, insect damage, and old age. Environmentally responsible and biodegradable. • Increase Crop Yield and Farm Profitability • More Crops Per Year in Less Acreage • Faster Cropping Time • Increases Size and Weight of Vegetables OR… -
Father’s Day Gift Guide – Photo Collage Men’s Neck Tie
20 May 2013 | 5:49 amName of the Product Photo Collage Men’s Neck Tie Price of Product $22.95 Where it can be purchased Gifts.com Description Give your Dad, Grandpa, Uncle, Step dad, or any special someone, a gift they will be proud to wear! It is the perfect dress code for that one-of-a-kind guy!Our handsome tie features a snapshot of his photogenic sweetheart(s) repeated throughout the tie, a gift made just for him!Send us any vertical or horizontal color or black & white photo (wallet size to 8 x 10). -
Father’s Day Gift Guide – Emily’s Edibles
19 May 2013 | 5:46 pmName of the Product Emily’s Edibles Price of Product from $36.00 Where it can be purchased www.emilys-edibles.com Description Emily’s Edibles® is a collection of confections prepared to perfection. These timeless desserts contain only the finest all natural ingredients. The chocolate delight, marbled fudge and chocolate chip are more than delicious pastries – they are Pastries With A Purpose! ® Emily Greenwald has been baking since the age of seven. Her long battle with epilepsy has prevented her from starting a culinary enterprise. Jo Ann Greenwald, Emily’s… -
Father’s Day Gift Guide – Multi Tool Flashlight from Things Remembered
19 May 2013 | 5:48 amName of the Product Multi Tool Flashlight from Things Remembered Price of Product $25.00 Where it can be purchased Things Remembered Description With this valuable multipurpose tool, help is always close at hand. The flashlight features a stylish, brushed stainless steel chassis you can engrave with his name or initials. Inside, he’ll find valuable tools, such as a large blade, scissors, can opener, saw, standard screwdriver, Phillips screwdriver, nail file and more. There’s something to help in just about any situation, which is why he’ll be so thankful to get it. -
Make Money with Your Tweets
18 May 2013 | 5:47 pmDo you make money with Twitter? If you are like me and looking for ways to make extra money check out Sponsored Tweets. They will send you offers based on the keywords you use. You decide which ones you use. It’s easy. Go here to check it out.
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Summer Printable Beverage Coupons!
20 May 2013 | 1:05 pm$1.00 off any Welch’s Juice Cocktail $1.50 off one (1) Brew Over Ice K-Cup packs 12 ct $0.75 off Any One DOLE Fruit Smoothie Shakers $1.00 off any ONE (1) Mott’s For Tots Juice $1.00 off TWO Bottles of Welch’s Summer Sparkling $1.50 off any Starbucks VIA Refreshers™ beverage $1.50 off any ONE (1) bag of Seattle’s Best Coffee $1.50 off any one (1) Starbucks K-Cup pack $0.35 off 1 bottle of Gold Peak Lemonade Iced Tea $1.00 off ONE Green Mountain Coffee K-Cup packs $1.50 off any Folgers Gourmet Selections K-Cup $0.75 off ONE Welch’s Light Juice Beverage $1.00… -
Printable Coupons on a bunch daily needs!
17 May 2013 | 5:56 amThis is a list of coupons that expire in 7 days so we thought we would post them again. Original article: Printable Coupons on a bunch daily needs!©2013 Free Sample Freak. All Rights Reserved.The post Printable Coupons on a bunch daily needs! appeared first on Free Sample Freak. -
Travel – Bed & Breakfast deals !
16 May 2013 | 3:24 pmSign-up and get savings on travel and cool bed & breakfasts! Original article: Travel – Bed & Breakfast deals !©2013 Free Sample Freak. All Rights Reserved.The post Travel – Bed & Breakfast deals ! appeared first on Free Sample Freak. -
Link was bad last time…Join the club… the Pillsbury club!
15 May 2013 | 10:55 amThis is a sign up to get your coupons direct from Pillsbury. It’s their FREE newsletter & become a member of their club. You’ll get coupon savings up to $250 per year, exclusive club member offers, our best recipes, & more! Original article: Link was bad last time…Join the club… the Pillsbury club!©2013 Free Sample Freak. All Rights Reserved.The post Link was bad last time…Join the club… the Pillsbury club! appeared first on Free Sample Freak. -
Heatwave! Free Coupons and Free Samples
14 May 2013 | 2:41 pmBeat the Heat w/Free Flys – Free Coupons and Free Samples Original article: Heatwave! Free Coupons and Free Samples©2013 Free Sample Freak. All Rights Reserved.The post Heatwave! Free Coupons and Free Samples appeared first on Free Sample Freak.
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FREE Origins GinZing Energy-Boosting Moisturizer Sample
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FREE Bausch + Lomb Biotrue Contact Lens Solution Sample
20 May 2013 | 1:44 pmUPDATE: This offer is currently available again. To get a FREE Bausch + Lomb Biotrue Multi-Purpose Contact Lens Solution Sample select ”NO” to get the sample form. You can do this again even If you did this last year. FREE Bausch + Lomb Biotrue Contact Lens Solution Sample is a post from: Hunt4Freebies Follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Google+ -
FREE Movies for Kids at Cinemaworld
20 May 2013 | 1:38 pmGet FREE Movies for Kids at Cinemaworld! Summer KidFest 2013 – free films, seven days a week, all summer long! Every day at 10am, Cinemaworld features a Family-Friendly G or PG rated film for your kids to enjoy, with new movies premiering on Fridays. Madagascar: Europe’s Most Wanted (June 7-13) Ice Age: Continental Drift (June 14-20) Despicable Me (June 21-27) The Smurfs (June 28-July 4) Rise of the Guardians (July 5-11) Annie 1982 (July 12-18) Hotel Transylvania (July 19-25) To Be Announced (July 26- Aug 1) FREE Movies for Kids at Cinemaworld is a post from: Hunt4Freebies Follow… -
FREE Krispy Kreme Doughnut on June 7th
20 May 2013 | 1:13 pmGet a FREE Krispy Kreme Doughnut on June 7th! Celebrate National Doughnut Day! Stop In For A Free Sweet Treat. Stop in to Krispy Kreme on June 7 for a FREE doughnut of any variety. No purchase necessary. FREE Krispy Kreme Doughnut on June 7th is a post from: Hunt4Freebies Follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Google+ -
FREE Philadelphia Jalapeño Cream Cheese for Military Commissary Shoppers
20 May 2013 | 12:48 pmGet FREE Philadelphia Jalapeño Cream Cheese for Military Commissary Shoppers! If you’re a Commissary Shopper you can load a coupon for free PHILADELPHIA Jalapeño Soft Cream Cheese, 8oz to your shopping card. FREE Philadelphia Jalapeño Cream Cheese for Military Commissary Shoppers is a post from: Hunt4Freebies Follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Google+
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Lehigh Valley Momma
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Freebie Alert: Print These Coloring Pages from Disney’s Planes
9 May 2013 | 1:25 pmI love to print my own coloring pages for little man:) Here are some great freebies to print for your little one as well! Just click on the picture of Dusty!!! -
Fun Outdoor Activities for Kids
22 Apr 2013 | 8:01 amNow that the weather is getting warmer and the days are getting longer, it’s the perfect time to start with some great outdoor activities that you can do with your kids during the evenings or on the weekends. Here are some ideas for fun outdoor activities your kids will love. 1. Build a fort. All kids (and even some adults) love forts andthey’re so easy to make it’s impossible not to play with one. It’s as easy as grabbing supplies from Tarp Surplus and setting up a tent or fort in your backyard. Furnish it with a few pieces of furniture or toys and you and your kids… -
Happy Easter
31 Mar 2013 | 7:36 amI hope that everyone is having a wonderful Easter with their families!!! Ok, so how many of you will be looking for clearance Peeps and Cadbury Eggs tomorrow??? This Girl!!! -
Spring Cleaning Series- Digital Decluttering
19 Mar 2013 | 11:05 amIt’s spring time and it’s not just time for house cleaning, but also cleaning and decluttering your digital files as well. Most of us have inboxes that are overflowing with subscriptions and hard drives overflowing with pictures and videos. Today, I wanted to share with you two ways that I organize some of my digital clutter from photos to my calendar. In future articles, we’ll go over other ways to get organized, but for today, we’ll hone in on just emails and photos:) www.smugmug.com I love using Smug Mug for all my digital photos and videos. I lost all of… -
Fun Celebrities Stroller Infographic
2 Mar 2013 | 5:53 pm
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Shopper Strategy
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Sunday Sweepstakes! Enter to Win Great Prizes
19 May 2013 | 9:43 amThe list below contains current, no purchase necessary sweepstakes with great prizes – all in one handy spot. Take a few minutes to enter some of the sweepstakes and contests below that sound interesting to you and you could win some fabulous prizes! Many of the sweepstakes and contests listed have daily prizes or take daily entries so come back and enter often. If you know of any great sweeps that are missing from this list, please feel free to enter them below using the following format….. Name of Sweepstakes ~ Grand Prize Information ~ End Date -
Frugal Friday – Show Off Your Shops!
17 May 2013 | 1:51 pmThis week I bought a total of $113.42 worth of groceries and toiletries for $47.92, or 58% 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 5/15 Publix Trip – $53.47 for $20.93 or 61% Off My 5/13… -
It’s Not Just the Journey, It’s the DESTINation!
15 May 2013 | 8:26 pmI spent last weekend at the Brandcation conference in Destin, Florida getting to know many of the local attractions and businesses and bonding with my blogger friends. We stayed at the beautiful Emerald Grande at Harbor Walk Village and there was so much to see and do there that we rarely rested. The rooms were gorgeous and had incredible views of the beach and the pool. There was a perfect spot for weddings or celebrations overlooking the beach and lighthouse shown above and we even witnessed two weddings during the weekend while we were there. So many restaurants are located in the Harbor… -
Get Garden Inspirations from Miracle-Gro’s Gro Project
15 May 2013 | 8:00 pmThis is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Miracle-Gro for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. The Gro Project from Miracle-Gro would like to help take you beyond the desktop so you can go from green to green thumb. The weather has turned so pretty lately that I'm more than ready to get out in the yard and get started on some fun garden projects. At The Gro Project Facebook page you'll find all sorts of fun ideas like the Toyrarium shown here, an Origami Garden, Ukulele Garden and lots of others. My five kiddos would have a blast building their own… -
Winning Wednesday ~ Low Entry Giveaways!
15 May 2013 | 10:50 amEnter these low entry giveaways and your odds of winning are much better since there aren’t a lot of other entries. So check out the list below and enter any that catch your eye, or add your low entry giveaway below for some extra traffic. Good luck! Low Entry Giveaway Linky (100 entries or less) Share your Giveaways and enter to win some great prizes! Please Use Format: Blog Name- Prize- end Date Bloggers – drop me a line at denise @ shopperstrategy.com if you’d like to post this fun linky on your blog and I’ll send you the code!
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Keeping the Kingdom First
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Menu Plan: Week of May 20
20 May 2013 | 11:00 amI *knew* I wouldn’t stick with making a menu. Ugh. We will try this again! Monday 5/20 Shrimp, baked sweet potato, salad Tuesday 5/21 Roast, potatoes, veggies Wednesday 5/22 Scrambled eggs, Aidells chicken & apple sausage, avocado, sautéed veggies Thursday 5/23 Almond flour breaded chicken, baked sweet potatoes, salad, avocado Friday 5/24 Leftovers! Saturday 5/25 Wedding Sunday 5/26 Memorial Day holiday with Family Linking up to Org Junkie’s Menu Plan Monday! CURRENT SPONSORS: Coupon Possible | The Ultimate Organizing System for Couponers! Young Living | Experience Better… -
eBook Bundle of the Week: Kitchen Stewardship
20 May 2013 | 6:00 amThanks to BundleoftheWeek.com, we’re bringing you a new ebook bundle each week that features 5 high-quality, related ebooks from well-known authors at the amazing price of just $7.40. Every week, a new bundle of eBooks will be released, making it easier and cheaper for you to purchase! Our next bundle is a set of Katie at Kitchen Stewardship’s books! Click the banner above or this linkto read more or to purchase this bundle: Healthy Snacks to Go (2nd Edition) by Katie Kimball With over 45 healthy snack recipes and ideas including traditional granola bars, iron-packed Popeye bars, and… -
Walgreens $5 Challenge: Week of May 19 – 25
18 May 2013 | 7:00 pmWelcome to the Walgreens $5 Challenge! Every Saturday night I will post my best scenario on how you can get great products at Walgreens for under five bucks. Want to participate? All you need is a Balance Rewards Card, a Walgreens ad, a printer, and coupons to get started. Use the new Ibotta app to save even more! Here’s how this works: Your budget: Start with $5 out-of-pocket cash. Your mission: To grow that $5 into even more Register Rewards (RR) to use in upcoming weeks. If this is your first time here, start by reading the rules here. Here is my scenario for this week’s… -
CVS $5 Challenge: Week of May 19 – 25
18 May 2013 | 1:30 pmWelcome to the CVS $5 Challenge! Every Saturday night I will post my best scenario on how you can get great products at CVS for under five bucks. Want to participate? All you need is an ExtraCare Card, a CVS ad, a printer, and coupons to get started. Be sure to register your CVS loyalty card with Upromise for extra college savings. You can also use the new Ibotta app to save even more! Here’s how this works: Your budget: Start with $5 out-of-pocket cash. Your mission: To grow that $5 into even more ECBs to use in upcoming weeks. If this is your first time here, start by reading… -
Free Summer Reading Programs
18 May 2013 | 11:00 amOne way to keep the learning going through the summer months is to participate in summer reading programs! There are usually several reading programs available, so be sure to check locally to see if there are any in addition to these: Kids can earn a free book when they participate in Barnes & Noble’s Imagination’s Destination Summer Reading Program: Read any 8 books and record them in the Reading Journal (PDF). Bring the completed Reading Journal to your local B&N store. Find a Store. Choose a FREE BOOK from our selection on the Reading Journal list at the store. Kids can…
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Saving with Shellie
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JCPenney: $1 Flip Flop Sale
20 May 2013 | 2:00 pmIn case you can’t make it to Target this week for the free flip flops or if you already used your coupons, head to JCPenney!. You can stock up on Flip Flops for summer for just $1 right now! For that price, you can get some for the whole family. Find more Great Deals happening now. Don’t miss any of these fabulous finds! Be sure you Follow me on Pinterest and check out my boards for recipes, craft ideas and other frugal living tips! The post JCPenney: $1 Flip Flop Sale appeared first on Saving with Shellie™. -
LeapFrog Coupons | Save on Tag Books
20 May 2013 | 1:30 pmDo you have a Leapfrog Tag or Tag Junior? Right now there are some Leapfrog coupons you can print to help you save on those books. Here are the coupons available: $3/1 Tag Book ($9.99+) coupon $2/1 Tag Jr Book ($7.99+) coupon $3/1 Any Tag and Tag Jr Books coupon We have a Tag Junior and Little J loves it. I often hear him playing with it in the mornings before I go get him out of bed. I can usually find these books at Target ranging from $8-$12. Find more fabulous Kid Deals happening now and snag some great bargains for your little ones. Be sure you Follow me on Pinterest and check out my… -
Yucatan Guacamole Coupon | High-Value $3 Off Coupon!
20 May 2013 | 1:00 pmThere is a hot new coupon for $3 off Yucatan Guacamole. With Memorial Day coming up you can never have too much guacamole! Hurry and print this before it’s gone. You should be able o find this brand at Walmart. Prefer to make your own? Feeding a crowd of people with guacamole can be expensive. If you find an awesome deal on store-bought guac, grab it and add to your homemade guac to stretch it. I find I usually have to adjust the seasoning a little when I do this but it takes much better than store bought and most people have no idea! Find more hot printable coupons I’ve posted… -
Osh Kosh Memorial Day Sale | 50% off Everything
20 May 2013 | 12:00 pmOsh Kosh is having an awesome Memorial Day Sale. You can get 50% off everything, excluding clearance, doorbusters and exclusives. They have some adorable patriotic outfits for your 4th of July celebrations. As well as lots of cute summer clothes. In addition, use this coupon in-stores and save an extra 20% off a $40 purchase. Offer expires 5/29. Find more fabulous Kid Deals happening now and snag some great bargains for your little ones. Be sure you Follow me on Pinterest and check out my boards for recipes, craft ideas and other frugal living tips! The post Osh Kosh Memorial Day Sale… -
Children’s Place Coupon Code | 20% off Your Purchase + Free Shipping
20 May 2013 | 11:30 amGet 20% off your purchases at The Children’s Place today. Stock up on adorable spring and summer outfits like this tye-dyed top, shorts and sandals. Use Coupon Code U8KFY313. Shipping is free today only (5/22) with no minimum. They are also having a Spring Clearance with prices up to 70% off. Lots of shoes and tees on sale for girls and boys. Find more fabulous Kid Deals happening now and snag some great bargains for your little ones. Be sure you Follow me on Pinterest and check out my boards for recipes, craft ideas and other frugal living tips! The post Children’s…
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Pocket Your Dollars®
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Six Questions About Money: An Interview With Financial Planner & Author Rachel McDonough
20 May 2013 | 1:18 pmWelcome to Six Questions! It is a new feature where we’ll ask different people from various walks of life the same six questions. I expect that each person will bring something unique to a standard set of questions. Today’s guest is Rachel McDonough. I’ll let Rachel introduce herself momentarily. As you read through this Six Questions interview and all the previous interviews, I hope your thinking is sparked. That as you hear new and different perspectives you will be prodded to think about your own relationship to money. The views of our guest do not necessarily reflect… -
Freebies: 10 Free Digital Movies, Free Tire Rotation, Free Samples + More
20 May 2013 | 11:43 amEnjoy 10 free digital movies from CinemaNow, get your tires rotated for free at Sears Auto Center, and grab a couple of new free samples with the latest in freebies. You can find more free offers and samples that may still be available by browsing our archives. Your turn: Which free movies did you choose from CinemaNow? Freebies 10 Free Digital Movies Best Buy’s CinemaNow is offering 10 digital movies for free when you link a CinemaNow account with an UltraViolet account (both are free). You get to choose the 10 movies from a short list of options that include drama, kids’… -
Menards Shopping List 5/19 – 5/27/13
20 May 2013 | 9:54 amFor the Menards rebate deals listed here, the rebate won’t come back to you in the form of cash, but rather a store credit for Menards. I explain all the ins and outs of Menards’ rebate program here so you can easily get started. Find a Menards near you to see where you can get in on these great deals. All deals are limited to stock on hand. Your turn: What other deals did you get at Menards this week? -
Twin Cities Deals: Star Tribune Subscription, Riverboat Ride, Donation & Recycling Resources + More
20 May 2013 | 7:26 amThe latest Twin Cities deals include a year’s subscription to the Star Tribune for $24 (Sunday-only), a 2-for-1 Mississippi riverboat ride, donation and recycling resources for spring cleaning, and more. Your turn: Which of these deals or offers are you planning to use? Star Tribune Subscription Spend $24 for 52 weeks of home delivery of the Sunday edition of the Star Tribune. This offer is available to purchase through 5/22 and must be redeemed by 8/23. Note that you must live in one of 150 eligible zip codes to qualify, and you can’t have had an active subscription in the past… -
Printable Coupons: Dovebar Ice Cream, Kotex, YoCrunch Yogurt + More
20 May 2013 | 6:40 amThe latest high-value and rare printable coupons include Dovebar ice cream, Kotex, YoCrunch yogurt, and more. We’ve also included several deal ideas at various stores to help you figure out where and when to use these coupons. Be sure to check out our previous printable coupon roundups for more that may still be available. Your turn: What other deals did you find to go along with any of these printable coupons? Dovebar Ice Cream Printable $1/1 Dovebar Ice Cream Multi-Pack printable ***Rainbow Foods/Copps/Pick ‘n Save deal idea*** Dove Ice Cream Bars (3 pk.) $3.49 $1/1 Dovebar Ice…
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Frugal Follies
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Amazon $75 Gift Card Giveaway
19 May 2013 | 9:03 pmAmazon gift card giveaways are definitely the most popular giveaways we have here on Frugal Follies, so whenever I see one that I can help promote, I sign up for it. Here's a new one for all of you! Learn more about PromotionCode.org, then enter for a chance to win an Amazon $75 gift card! Summer's almost here, and wouldn't a little extra cash or an Amazon gift card start it off right? Maybe you could use it toward your summer vacation, or even on a staycation. There's always something you can do with an extra $75! Well, now here's your chance! SmartySaver has teamed up with some fantastic… -
iPod Nano Giveaway
19 May 2013 | 9:02 pmFather's Day is just around the corner! Here's a great giveaway for something Dad would love! So what’s on your Dad’s wish list for Father’s Day??? Make sure you get EXACTLY what he wants by letting him create a personal registry on MyPerfectGift.com! MyPerfectGift.com lets you buy the gift your loved ones really want! Think Dad would like a new iPod Nano?? One lucky reader will receive an iPod Nano (MSRP $149)!! TO BE ELIGIBLE: Create a registry with at least 3 items on MyPerfectGift.com (or add an item to an existing registry if you already have an account). Use “MOMMY” in the… -
Coach Peyton Pocket Tote Giveaway
19 May 2013 | 9:01 pmI know that many of you love purse giveaways, so here's another one for you! Hosted by NYSavingSpecials and Your Fashion resource Co-hosted: My Devotional Thoughts, Simply At Home Mom, Simply Sherryl, Stay a Stay at Home Mom, Barbara's Beat, One Proud Momma. One lucky winner will win Coach PEYTON EMBOSSED PATENT POCKET TOTE Value $398 Signature embossed patent leather Inside zip, cell phone and multifunction pockets Zip-top closure, fabric lining Handles with 8 1/4" drop 12 1/2" (L) x 11" (H) x 5" (W) This is a signature product *The bag was removed from the… -
Lucy's Gluten-Free Cookies Giveaway
19 May 2013 | 4:00 pmIf you eat gluten-free, this giveaway is for you! (Be sure to enter my giveaway for Dei Fratelli gluten-free tomato soup as well!) And if you like cookies, this giveaway is for you, too! And who doesn't like cookies? May is National Celiac Awareness Month! Donna’s Deals and More and Robin’s Sweet Confessions have teamed together with Dr Lucy's and some fabulous bloggers to bring you an awesome giveaway! As an M.D. and mother of a child with severe food allergies, Dr. Lucy Gibney brings understanding and a first-hand knowledge of the importance of strict quality standards and how to… -
Dei Fratelli Gluten-Free Tomato Soup Review / Giveaway
17 May 2013 | 11:10 amThanks to Dei Fratelli for providing the soup for this review! Is there anything more comforting than a grilled cheese sandwich and a bowl of tomato soup? That's a meal I often find myself making on Saturday nights, when I need to make dinner but don't want to fuss. And it's a meal that I know all of my family members will enjoy. (Except for my eldest daughter, who won't touch anything with tomatoes in it. Even pizza. But that's her problem, more soup for the rest of us.) Plus, it's an affordable meal. I get bread at ALDI, and American cheese is bought on sale with coupons from…
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A Few Short Cuts
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Transformers Dark of the Moon Mech Tech Leader Sentinal Prime $19.99 (Was $54.99)
20 May 2013 | 2:00 pmI love that I didn’t find this deal. My son did. He just came running, “Hey Mom! This is over 50% off! Will you order it?” LOL Well, the boy knows how his mom thinks. Click over to Amazon where you will find this Transformers: Dark of the Moon – MechTech Leader – Sentinel Prime for $19.99 (Was $54.99). This would be great to stash for a birthday, even Christmas! This ships free with Super Saver ($25+) or Amazon Prime Shipping. Like all amazon deals the price can change at anytime! -
50% off Pizza at Papa John’s
20 May 2013 | 1:15 pmIs it pizza night?! Don’t pay full price! Papa John’s is offering 50% Off Any Large Pizza with code PIZZAGG from now until 5/27/13. This offer cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. This code may not work in every area so double check before you place your order. Don’ t miss these other great Restaurant Deals -
The Children’s Place: FREE SHIPPING & Addtional 20% off Today Only
20 May 2013 | 12:00 pmTime to shop! The Children’s Place is offering FREE shipping on ALL orders (no minimum!) TODAY ONLY & an additional 20% off everything when you use promo code U8KFY313 at checkout. I just got my kids some new shorts and tees. They have them marked down, with the 20% off and the Free Shipping I couldn’t pass up the deals! Don’t miss out! -
FREE Hardcover Photo Book
20 May 2013 | 11:00 amFather’s Day is creeping up on us, and Dad’s can be so hard to buy for. Right now you can get Dad a FREE hardcover photo book for Father’s Day! Just head over to MyPublisher to get started! -
7 FREE iTunes Apps for Kids: Guess How Much I Love You and MORE
20 May 2013 | 10:00 amI know you guys love FREE Apps! There are a few FREE children’s iTunes apps to share with you today! My kids love apps, and I love that they are FREE! Backyard at Twilight: A Stella and Sam Adventure Guess How Much I Love You Interactive Episodes (iPad only) Wombi Ice Cream (Make Your Own Ice Cream Cone) Sago Mini Sound Box (Fun Sounds for Infants, Toddler & Preschool Children) 123 Color HD: Premium Edition, Talking Coloring Book Starry 2 Zolo (iPad only) Thanks, Smart Apps for Kids!
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I Love To Gossip
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Save $.50 on Diamond Crystal Sea Salt = $.49 This Week at Market Basket!
20 May 2013 | 2:22 pmI just found an excellent coupon for us good for $.50/1 Diamond Crystal Sea Salt (zip code 77477). These just happen to be on sale this week at Market Basket: Buy (1) Diamond Crystal Sea Salt – $.99. On sale thru 5/25 Use $.50/1 Diamond Crystal Sea Salt coupon - zip code 77477 Final Price = $.49! -
Hefty Zoo Pals Plates Only $.90 Starting Friday, 5/24 @ Shaw’s!
20 May 2013 | 12:11 pmIf you haven’t printed your Hefty Zoo Pals coupon yet, then you’ll defintely want to and hang onto it for the sale starting this Friday, 5/24 at Shaw’s: Buy (1) Hefty Zoo Pals Plates – $2 Use $.55/1 Hefty Zoo Pals coupon Final Price = $.90! -
Angel Soft Bathroom Tissue Coupon + Family Dollar Deal!
20 May 2013 | 12:09 pmLooks like we can snag a decent deal on Angel Soft Big Roll toilet paper this week at Family Dollar! The 12 Big Roll packages are on sale for $5.00, plus you can use the $.55 printable coupon to pick these up for only $.37 per big roll! Buy (1) Angel Soft Bath Tissue 12 Big Rolls $5.00 Use (1) $0.55/1 Angel Soft Item printable $0.25/1 Angel Soft Bath Tissue Product printable $1/2 Angel Soft Item, exp. 6/5/13 (RP 05/05/13) $0.45/1 Angel Soft Item, exp. 6/5/13 (RP 05/05/13) Final Price = $4.45 or $.37 per big roll! -
Sargento Natural Blends Cheese as low as $1.98 @ Walmart!
20 May 2013 | 10:55 amYum. I love me some cheese and right now we can get a great deal on Sargento Natural Blends Cheese Slices at Walmart. Here’s the deal: Buy (1) Sargento Natural Slices Cheese or Snack Cheese – $2.48 Use $.50/1 Sargento® Natural Blends® Sliced or Snack Cheese coupon Final Price = $1.98! -
FREE Subscription to American Baby Magazine
20 May 2013 | 10:49 amSign up here to get a FREE subscription to American Baby Magazine! Don’t forget to come back tomorrow for Baby Deals Tuesday, where we share the best baby deals of the week!
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Frugal Beautiful
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How I Make A House A Home.
16 May 2013 | 5:00 amI’ve been in the new condo for about a month now and it’s finally starting to feel like home. I’ve come to notice that there are a few things that make a house feel like a home and not just a place you keep your stuff. After three years and four major cross country moves, I’ve come to realize that there are a few key essentials that make a house really feel like a place you can feel confident unpacking all the boxes- a true home. I’m excited to finally put down roots and invest in some personalization, home decor and general craftiness. 1. Bring your… -
How To Make Healthy Habits Stick…Tips From A Former Couch Potato
15 May 2013 | 5:00 amI’ve been notoriously unhealthy and even more notoriously demotivated around fitness all my life. When I was 18 I pretty much though Frappuchinos were a basic food group and I the most exercise I had done ever done was a requirement for gym class. Now that I’m a bit older, I realize that without health, you don’t have much! I’m older, wiser and more health conscious, but I’m busier than ever. Making positive changes in your life and implementing healthy habits doesn’t have to be a headache, but it will take some headspace. Change doesn’t… -
Some Runners Will Never Be Fast- Words of Encouragement From A Slow Runner.
13 May 2013 | 5:00 amI’ve been running for a year now and I really haven’t gotten much faster than when I started. On a good day, I’ll run a 11 minute mile. On a really good day, I’ll run a 10:30 mile. Most of the time though, especially if it’s cold or the lungs don’t cooperate, I run a 12-13 minute mile. I’ve done three half marathons, a dozen 10ks, and plenty of 5ks and I’m not fast. I’ve come to realize I’ll never fit the definition of fast and measuring my race success on pace alone was holding me back more than anything physical has. At… -
A Creepy Letter I Wrote To Myself Over A Year Ago and The Power of Attraction
9 May 2013 | 5:00 amMany people roll their eyes when they hear someone citing the “power of attraction,” or the importance of a positive mental attitude- ever since the commercialization of The Secret and the commercialization of self-help by what feels like a million “self help gurus,” many of us are rightfully annoyed by anyone piping up about all that “power of attraction” mumbo jumbo, I myself, am one. For the past year, my life has undergone a complete overhaul. This time last year, I was getting ready to graduate with my master’s degree in sociology and was… -
Frugal Fashion: What Should You Wear To A Wedding?
3 May 2013 | 5:00 amDeciding what you should wear to a wedding can be a daunting task indeed! Luckily though, there are ways to plan ahead and decode the formality of an event to make sure you’re dressed appropriate for the wedding’s look and feel while still looking classy and weather appropriate. Chances are, you already have items hanging in your wardrobe that could be worn to your next wedding if you know what to look for! Here are a few tips and tricks to figure out (without stressing out) what you should wear to your next big event or wedding! First, Take A Look At The…
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SheBudgets
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Make Your Girlfriend Getaway Great
20 May 2013 | 1:24 pmIt seems that girlfriend getaways are more popular than ever these days. Perhaps there are fewer women in the midst of relationships or maybe it’s just that more women are looking for a vacation that doesn’t include helping anyone – husband’s included – pack or do anything while away (you know what I mean; your [...] -
Learn to Taste Wine Like the Pros
20 May 2013 | 12:11 pmWine is a wonderful addition to any meal. It’s flavorful, decadent and something many people enjoy (myself included). I, however, am not a professional when it comes to wine. I like it. I drink it. My husband and I have traveled to Napa and enjoyed the vineyards and I’m completely comfortable ordering a bottle at [...] -
Strategies To Get You Through Your Period Without Pain
20 May 2013 | 11:39 amNobody enjoys having their period but there are those of us that suffer with period pain more than others. If you are one of those individuals, you can take heart in the fact that there are things you can do to get you through your period without being in misery the entire time. Heat can [...] -
Three Great At Home Date Night Ideas
20 May 2013 | 11:02 amNow that you have kids you might look back on life before and wonder why you took all those free nights and the ability to get up and go on a whim for granted. Sure, you can still do that with your kids, but let’s face it; date night isn’t as much fun when you’re [...] -
Oz The Great And Powerful Is A Must See For The Young And Old
17 May 2013 | 4:02 pmOz the Great and Powerful is a new movie out by Walt Disney Pictures. It is a story that tugs on all the charm the original Wizard of Oz held but with its own unique storyline that will have you as captivated as your children are. One difference from the very beginning is that there [...]
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SavingStar
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12 Un-Hair-Related Uses for Conditioner
2 May 2013 | 5:11 pmHello savers! In case you hadn’t seen it, a new SavingStar offer was just posted: Save $5.00 when you spend $25.00 on any Venus® and Pantene® products and Olay® bars, body washes or in-shower body lotion. The offer works for a variety of products, but for this post I thought I’d hone in on hair conditioner. In addition to being able to make your hair super-soft and smelling fantastic (if you haven’t ever smelled Pantene conditioner, do yourself a favor and treat yourself to a sniff the next time you’re in the Health and Beauty Aids section), Pantene can also be… -
15 Not-so-Ordinary Pizza Recipes
10 Apr 2013 | 11:56 amCan’t go wrong with pizza, right? The universal crowd pleaser. But if you’re bored of plain cheese and pepperoni, here are some, shall we say, more daring pizza options… including a few that are definitely more sweet than savory. Enjoy! 1. Creamy Spinach Artichoke Pizza. Take the inefficient chip-dipping step out of the equation and go handheld. (Original source: http://www.melskitchencafe.com/2012/07/chicken-spinach-artichoke-and-asiago-pizza.html) 2. BBQ Chicken Pizza. A favorite of mine from college. (Original source:… -
11 Fun Kids’ Activities
29 Mar 2013 | 11:29 amAh, Spring Break is upon us. If your family is not one of the thousands Orlando-bound over these next two weeks, then chances are you may be in need for some kid diversion techniques to help you and your children alike make it through spring break with minimal casualties. Luckily, the internet abounds with tons of kid-friendly project and activity ideas, ranging from super-simple to may-require-a-trip-to-the-store. Here are 11 that caught my eye. 1. DIY Temporary Tattoos using a gel pen. Nice and cheap and much more creative than just slapping on one from the dentist’s… -
10 Great DOLE Frozen Fruit Recipes
26 Mar 2013 | 9:21 amDid you know DOLE sells a wide variety of frozen fruit including blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, peaches, and more? You can check out all of DOLE’s frozen fruit products on their website. You may be less familiar with some of the great ways you can use frozen fruit, so we’ve gathered 10 of our favorite recipes for you. Quinoa Salad With Mango Chunks Blueberry Smoothie Angel Food Cake With Strawberry Glaze Banana Raspberry Smoothie Mango Chocolate Shortcake Strawberry Lemonade Banana Blueberry Coffee Ring Fruity Smoothie Peach and Blueberry Parfait Island Shake Grab all 10… -
10 Handy Tips & Tricks for Organizing Your Kitchen
19 Mar 2013 | 12:33 pmThe epicenter of most family homes is the kitchen. With 3 small kids, my epicenter usually looks like an exploded disaster – homework papers strewn about, fridge overrun with layers of posted art projects, countertops decorated with the “after” of an ambitious 3-year-old’s attempt to prepare her own chocolate milk. While the quest for an immaculate, organized kitchen may never be achieved in my house, I am still just delusional enough to continue searching for ways to try to get there. I’m guessing I’m not the only one. And so, I hereby offer to you…
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Frugalbits
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Romancing The Farm
17 May 2013 | 5:01 amThis new international magazine with a Vancouver connection is for anyone interested in where their food comes from. NEW NOW NEXT | While magazine publishers everywhere are getting out of print, Vancouver billionaire philanthropist Frank Guistra is jumping in. Last month, Modern Farmer, a new quarterly magazine on farming, which comes in both print and digital versions, launched in the U.S. with Guistra’s name listed prominently on the masthead as equity partner. Guistra is betting on the public growing ever more inquisitive about where their food comes from, how it’s produced, and… -
Beyond The Mask: Try Microdermabrasion
15 May 2013 | 4:20 amThe skinny on the most effective light-cosmetic way to improve your complexion. MONEY BETTER SPENT | As someone who subjected her face to a variety of professional spa treatments over the past six months in a one-time push to see if I could significantly improve my complexion, I can now report that of all the treatments I tried—steam, exfoliation, extraction, masks, scrubs and massage—not one of them brightened my skin tone the way microdermabrasion does.(...)Read the rest of Beyond The Mask: Try Microdermabrasion © Editor for Frugalbits, 2013. | Permalink | No comment | Add to… -
Skincare 101: How To Super Clean Your Face
13 May 2013 | 6:01 amThe easiest way to remove eye makeup; when not to wash your face; and how to apply toner cost effectively. SATURATE — When removing eye makeup or waterproof mascara, start with a good-quality makeup remover. Soak a cotton pad with the makeup remover and gently press and hold it against your eye for about 15 seconds—don’t rub right away!(...)Read the rest of Skincare 101: How To Super Clean Your Face © Allison for Frugalbits, 2013. | Permalink | 2 comments | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: Allison Emery, beauty, Lancome Bifacil Double-Action Eye Make-up Remover, Marcelle Essentials… -
Give Birds A Chance: Use Window Clings
9 May 2013 | 6:01 amEach year thousands of birds are killed when they crash into windows and glass doors. Here’s how to put an end to the slaughter. HOW TO SAVE A LIFE | I’d been meaning to do it for a few years, but it wasn’t until I experienced three horrible deaths in a single week, each one the result of a small bird crashing into the picture window in my home office and then dropping into the reflective pool directly below it and drowning, that I decided to make a preemptive move.(...)Read the rest of Give Birds A Chance: Use Window Clings © Editor for Frugalbits, 2013. | Permalink | No… -
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The Frugal Toad
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3 Fun and Frugal Summer Get-Togethers
20 May 2013 | 3:00 amStaying home during the summer doesn’t need to be boring. You don’t have to go away to have fun. Plan some fun family-friendly events that that you can look forward to throughout the summer. They don’t have to be extravagant to be a success. Pick up discount party supplies and decorations to get ready for your events. Invite some friends, neighbors and family members to stop by. Stay relaxed and connected. Here are three ideas for fun and frugal get-togethers to help you get started. Backyard Luau Aloha means hello and good-bye in Hawaiian. Say hello to the summer and… -
Festival of Frugality #388 – Dr. Who Favorite Episodes Edition
14 May 2013 | 4:07 pmGary presents Ways To Get Fast Money For Kids posted at Gajizmo. Enterprising youngsters can make money for the extras they want or to save and invest for their college education. How much money you can make depends on your talents, the amount of time you have to devote to work and how much effort you are willing to put into your projects. John S presents 5 Great Ways to Save Money When Buying a New Car posted at Frugal Rules. Buying a new or a new to you car can be a stressful time as you need to figure out how much you can afford as well as negotiating with the dealer. With a little… -
Go on an Adventure Vacation This Summer
13 May 2013 | 3:00 amWith summer just around the corner, it’s time to stop dreaming about that awesome vacation and actually start planning it. A summer vacation doesn’t have to be about sipping Pina Coladas on sandy beaches or bumping elbows with tourists in Europe—you can still get an adrenaline rush by coming up with fun and adventurous things to do. Explore Rapids with White Water Rafting These days, a lot of companies offer white water rafting trips centered around rivers and camping excursions. If you’re a newbie—as many are—you can start off with a less-intense river. Rapids vary from Class 1… -
Frugal Living with Children – Lessons from Mom
10 May 2013 | 3:00 amWith Mother’s Day fast approaching I am reminded of the many lessons my Mom taught me as a child. Be respectful always towards others, if you fall, pick yourself up and try again, and make the most of what you have. I was lucky to grow up in a family with six brothers and sisters, we learned to share and to be resourceful. It is this last lesson that I’d like to share some memories.. Eat At Home – A typical evening involved Mom in the kitchen and us kids doing homework or outside playing with friends. My Mom was a Nurse and went back to work once the youngest was in school…
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Thriftability
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How To Dress Your Bump – Maternity Clothes For the Modern Mom
28 Apr 2013 | 10:16 amBeing a Mum is a daunting, exhilarating and joyous experience. Likewise, being a Mum-to-Be has both its terrifying and wonderful moments. During this time, you are on a roller coaster ride, looking forward to meeting your little one. There’s so much going on, so many things to decide on. Do you tell your close friends and family straight away, or do you wait to the three month mark? Do you find out the sex of the baby or wait? What names do you like, where are you going to give birth… the list is endless. With so much on your mind, visiting your local department store to look at… -
The Side Hustle: Second Jobs To Make Extra Money
28 Apr 2013 | 9:34 amA side hustle is a part time job, a second job, or alternate way to earn money – outside of your 9 to 5 career. The economic downturn left many well-qualified adults scrambling to earn wages that would continue to put food on the table, with many taking on a second job just to make ends meet. According to FOX News and the U.S. Department of Labor, the U.S. job outlook remains dismal, with wage incomes improving by just 1.4%, and the economy expanded by only 1.9% during the first quarter of 2012. Whether you’re trying to pay off bills, add to your children’s college fund, or save for… -
Biggest Money Regrets – Don’t Get Caught Out
26 Apr 2013 | 4:58 pmAccording to research, those approaching retirement have a number of financial regrets, with the biggest being that they wished they had started saving for retirement sooner. For those currently in work, having an appropriate financial plan in place could be the difference between enjoying a comfortable retirement or struggling. It’s important now to make the effort to save and plan for your future; you’ll reap the benefits further down the line. Here are a couple of places you may wish to start to plan for your retirement. A pension plan Pensions were big news towards the end of last… -
Car Loans: Shop Smart When Financing Your Next Car
30 Mar 2013 | 7:00 amWhile it’s easy to begin looking for a new car at the dealership, wandering the showroom floor, lured by the promise of “no finance charges” or “zero percent down payment”, many shoppers could save money just by beginning their hunt for a new vehicle at the bank. The secret is to get approval for financing of the car loan before ever setting foot on the car lot. Bank Car Loans While most auto dealerships offer their own financing, they view these loans as a way to make extra money from the consumer. Car dealerships make a profit by charging finance rates that… -
Making Money From The Stuff Hidden In Your Garage
29 Mar 2013 | 4:00 amLet’s face it—we use the garage as a storage space for more than our cars. Garages now have entire histories shelved and boxed away, from old computer games like the Oregon Trail and Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego to our obsolete collections of tapes and CDs to photographs we have long since digitized. We may have managed to move things into boxes, but they’re still taking up space. Enter the cathartic act of de-cluttering: it’s the new detox. Simply by getting rid of all our old, unused things, we clear our minds as well as the spaces we live in. Common psychology tells us…
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Squawkfox
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What I really want for Mother’s Day
26 Apr 2013 | 7:41 pmHaving trouble viewing this? CLICK HERE Recipes Shopping Holidays Travel Budget Downloads New? Start Here! Holidays, Saving What I really want for Mother's Day The perfect Mother's Day gift doesn't have to cost anything at all. Read More » Like Squawkfox Follow @squawkfox Google+ Squawkfox The Squawkfox Frugal Living Blog is by Kerry K. Taylor Web: www.squawkfox.com | Facebook: facebook.com/squawkfox Copyright © 2013 Squawkfox.com. All rights reserved. -
Find $100, pick it up?
20 Apr 2013 | 8:23 pmHaving trouble viewing this? CLICK HERE Recipes Shopping Holidays Travel Budget Downloads New? Start Here! Saving Find $100, pick it up? Finding a one hundred dollar bill is awesome fun. But should you keep it? Read More » 50 Ways to Save $1,000 a Year Fifty (nearly) painless ways to stash some extra cash. Read More » The real reason you're broke Are you broke? Well, stop whining about it and find out why. Read More » Like Squawkfox Follow @squawkfox Google+ Squawkfox The Squawkfox Frugal Living Blog is by Kerry K. Taylor… -
8 Ways to celebrate Easter for under $5
29 Mar 2013 | 12:41 pmHaving trouble viewing this? CLICK HERE Recipes Shopping Holidays Travel Budget Downloads New? Start Here! Holidays 8 Ways to celebrate Easter for under $5 How to dye Easter eggs, play egg games, and crack the egging consumerism. Read More » Make a banned Kinder Surprise Egg for 80% less Can't buy a Kinder Surprise Egg due to the border ban? Make a safer and cheaper surprise egg with this frugal project. Read More » Like Squawkfox Follow @squawkfox Google+ Squawkfox The Squawkfox Frugal Living Blog is by Kerry K. Taylor Web:… -
Make a healthier McDonald’s Egg McMuffin for 65% less
23 Mar 2013 | 7:52 amHaving trouble viewing this? CLICK HERE Recipes Shopping Holidays Travel Budget Downloads New? Start Here! Food, Saving Make a healthier McDonald's Egg McMuffin for 65% less A tasty and easy recipe for making a homemade Egg McMuffin. Yes, the photos are fun. Read More » Like Squawkfox Follow @squawkfox Google+ Squawkfox The Squawkfox Frugal Living Blog is by Kerry K. Taylor Web: www.squawkfox.com | Facebook: facebook.com/squawkfox Copyright © 2013 Squawkfox.com. All rights reserved. -
Call Me Maybe: Why my $783 unlocked iPhone is a ringin’ deal
2 Mar 2013 | 8:21 pmHaving trouble viewing this? CLICK HERE Recipes Shopping Holidays Travel Budget Downloads New? Start Here! Saving Call Me Maybe: Why my $783 unlocked iPhone is a ringin' deal Can you save money with an unlocked cell phone? I show you how! Read More » Compare cell phone plans to save money Save money with this easy-to-use spreadsheet. Read More » Do you really need that upgrade? Stop and think before upgrading to that new device. Read More » Like Squawkfox Follow @squawkfox Google+ Squawkfox The Squawkfox Frugal Living Blog…
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Small Footprint Family
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Small Footprint Fridays #29 – A Sustainable Living Link-Up!
16 May 2013 | 10:52 pmWelcome back to another Small Footprint Friday—a blog link-up party about sustainable living. Every Friday, we come together to support and encourage each other in living greener, healthier more sustainable lives. By joining together and sharing our wisdom, we can turn the tide on our health and environmental crises, and create a better world for our children and grandchildren. There are so many things we can learn from each other, like how to: save energy, water, trees, gas, and other resources; grow, preserve and store food; avoid toxins and heal ourselves naturally; make our own… -
WINNER: Indulge! 70 Grain Free Dessert Recipes
16 May 2013 | 12:37 amIt’s time to announce the winner of my latest favorite cookbook, Indulge! 70 Grain Free Desserts. Carol Lovett of Ditch the Wheat has taken all the guesswork out of learning how to make scrumptious baked goods that are grain-free, dairy-free, cane sugar free, and Paleo/Primal friendly. I could have saved years of trial and error (not to mention a ton of money) if I had had this book when I first learned about my family’s food sensitivities. From doughnuts to cake to pie, everything I have made from Indulge! has been fabulous! If you love dessert as much as I do, but have… -
Small Footprint Fridays #28 – A Sustainable Living Link-Up!
9 May 2013 | 11:48 pmWelcome back to another Small Footprint Friday—a blog link-up party about sustainable living. Every Friday, we come together to support and encourage each other in living greener, healthier more sustainable lives. By joining together and sharing our wisdom, we can turn the tide on our health and environmental crises, and create a better world for our children and grandchildren. There are so many things we can learn from each other, like how to: save energy, water, trees, gas, and other resources; grow, preserve and store food; avoid toxins and heal ourselves naturally; make our own… -
Cherimoya Love (With 3 Recipes)
9 May 2013 | 12:07 amHere in Southern California, land of amazing food, grown year-round, there is a fruit in season now called the cherimoya. Being an East Coast native, I had never seen one before, because cherimoyas have a very short shelf-life and therefore aren’t successful in commercial production. The yummiest, healthiest foods usually aren’t. Sometimes called a custard apple, the cherimoya is related to the paw-paw, a yummy, rare fruit native to the Eastern U.S. (Pawpaws, I had seen!) Like the pawpaw, the unassuming, scaly-looking exterior of the cherimoya hides some of the most luscious,… -
GIVEAWAY: Indulge! 70 Grain Free Dessert Recipes
6 May 2013 | 9:39 pmIf you checked out the Chocolate Truffle Cake in my recipe section, then surely you know how much I adore my latest cookbook, Indulge! 70 Grain Free Desserts. Carol Lovett of Ditch the Wheat has taken all the guesswork out of learning how to make scrumptious baked goods that are grain-free, dairy-free, cane sugar free, and Paleo/Primal and GAPS-friendly. I could have saved years of trial and error (not to mention a ton of money) if I had had this book when I first learned about my family’s food sensitivities. I don’t know about you, but I have been often let down by gluten-free…
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Two Frugal Fairfielders
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A NEW & Unusual Money Quote That Will Get You Thinking…
30 Apr 2013 | 5:59 amMy goal as a blogger and author is to encourage us to use frugality as a way of living a more lovely, simple and fulfilled life--not one of desperation and lack. I truly believe that was the underlying message that Amy Dacyczyn was offering Tightwad Gazette readers all those years. Here's a new money quote to get us thinking a different way... -
TFF Kindle eBook #14 in Business Budgeting Category on Amazon!
27 Apr 2013 | 4:12 pmDress for Less reaches #14 in Business/Budgeting category during free promotion. Thank you everyone! -
Money Smart Week Freebie–Dress for Less Free Kindle eBook Monday Through Wednesday
22 Apr 2013 | 5:06 amCelebrate Money Smart Week by downloading a free Kindle eBook. Dress for Less: Learn to Buy quality New Clothing for You & Your Family is free Monday through Wednesday! Snag it while you can! -
Clothesline Infographic–How to Hang Your Clothes To Dry Outside
17 Apr 2013 | 2:58 pmTempted to have a clothesline but you are afraid of what the neighbors might think. Ha! Don't worry about that, just read this tutorial on how to hang your clothes on a line outdoors. You'll love this infographic full of how-do's and facts about the cost of drying clothes. -
I am a Swagbucks Failure, and I’m Not Sure Why
12 Apr 2013 | 12:34 pmSwagbucks is like a religion to the scores of frugal users. But I have had no luck with Swagbucks. Zero luck. I have had a total of 349 Swagbucks sitting in my account and that's ALL I've earned in two years! Yes, two years. What in the world am I doing wrong?
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Living Well Spending Less™
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Chalkboard Canvas Wall Art {DiY}
20 May 2013 | 5:00 amI loved having my niece visit a couple months ago, not only because she is a total sweetheart, but also because she loves a good DiY project almost as much as I do. In the week she was here we made several cool projects, including these ombre vases, monogrammed felt baskets, and these cute mason jar candy pedestals. But my favorite, by far, was this chalkboard canvas wall art. Did someone say Mod Podge and chalkboard paint? Seriously, what’s not to love? I’m a little bit of a commitment-phobe when it comes to home-decor–I have yet to actually hang something on this big… -
Weekend Wandering
19 May 2013 | 4:33 amI hope you all are having a wonderful weekend! I want to apologize for our technical difficulties with the link-up on Thursday. I know it was very frustrating for those of you who tried to link up and couldn’t. I am so sorry for any aggravation that may have caused! I’m so happy that many of you did come back when it was finally working to share your great posts again this week. It is always hard to pick my favorites, but here are a few of the links I really loved this week: First of all, this Crock Pot Dump Cake from Moms with Crockpots made me totally rethink the way… -
6 Things No One Told Us About Being a Caregiver
17 May 2013 | 5:45 amIt is incredible to me how one blink-of-an-eye moment can drastically impact your life. Since our car accident two weeks ago we have found ourselves dealing daily with the aftermath. Beyond the physical pain, there have been claims to file, insurance adjusters to talk to, paperwork to fill out, statements to make, prescriptions to fill, doctor visits to attend, and many, many conversations with our girls about what happened. My husband has led the charge, navigating this sometimes sticky process with wisdom and kindness and compassion. He is taking care of his girls, and we are all… -
Thrifty Thursday {Week 11}
16 May 2013 | 6:05 amHappy Thrifty Thursday everyone! It is once again time to link up your favorite budget friendly posts! Remember that you are welcome to share recipes, craft projects, decorating ideas, savings tips, or any other helpful household pointers. Linking up more than one article is fine too, just please don’t repeat any projects you’ve already shared! And don’t forget to check out a few other links while you’re here–it’s not much of a party if you don’t stay & mingle! Here are the most clicked links from last week: 1. Snails Pace Transformation… -
Quick & Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Oreo Pie {Recipe}
15 May 2013 | 5:00 amEver have one of those moments where you suddenly realize you were supposed to make a dessert and now you’ve only got a few minutes to whip something up or everyone will know you don’t actually have it all together? Yeah me neither. But in case you ever do, this recipe is the perfect solution! Not only is it SUPER yummy, (But not fattening at all. Nope. Not even a little bit.), it can be quickly whipped up in about 20 minutes, and uses ingredients you probably already have on hand. Here is what you need: 1 refrigerated rolled pie crust 1 small box chocolate pudding 2 cups…
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Quinn's Corner
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An Interview with J.D. Roth of Get Rich Slowly and More Than Money
6 May 2013 | 11:16 amThis is the third post in a series on money-saving mavens who’ve changed their lives by altering their spending and saving styles. Read the first interview with Money Saving Mom and the second from the $5 Dinner Mom. Stay tuned for more interviews with frugal living rock stars who’ll share tips and secrets on financial success. Name: J.D. Roth Occupation: Founder of Get Rich Slowly and author of Your Money: The Missing Manual. Websites: Get Rich Slowly and jdroth.com 1. What is your number one money-saving tip for frugal living beginners? My number one tip for people new to… -
Ring in Spring with Affordable Outdoor Furniture
17 Apr 2013 | 2:07 pmI’m in the market for some new patio furniture for two outdoor spaces of mine. The catch? I really don’t want to spend a lot. Especially because I live in a city and my patio furniture could realistically get stolen at any moment. I struck gold this weekend with two great finds at Costco and Target. You might want to pick up Target’s Patio Look Book (pictured at left) in store. Bistro Sets for Under $100 Check the floor of your local Costco for this unbelievable deal on outdoor furniture: $20 chairs and a $40 table. The black iron set is small but sturdy, and who can… -
A $99 Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0
3 Apr 2013 | 7:44 pmYou read that right, a BRAND NEW Galaxy Tablet for $99. BehindTheCounter will be offering an exclusive one day only $100 off coupon for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 at Wicked-Cheap. This means you can snag what may be the most popular tablet for under $100. This is the same ultra popular tablet that Amazon and Best Buy are offering for $179. Why is this tablet being sold so far below everyone else’s price? It’s a special promotion by Wicked-Cheap exclusively available here at BehindTheCounter. The coupon will be released on BehindTheCounter’s facebook page. The… -
An Interview with the $5 Dinner Mom
12 Mar 2013 | 10:17 amThis is the second post in a series on money-saving mavens who’ve changed their lives by altering their spending and saving styles. Read the first interview with Money Saving Mom. Stay tuned for more interviews with frugal living rock stars who’ll share tips and secrets on financial success. Name: Erin Chase Occupation: author, blogger, and mother of 3 Website: 5DollarDinners.com As the author of The $5 Dinner Mom Cookbook, what is your number one money-saving strategy or tip for frugal living beginners? The key to getting started in frugal living is taking one step at a time,… -
How to Cash In On Your Birthday
6 Mar 2013 | 12:11 pmNo one likes divulging personal information. I treat my email address as if it’s as top secret as my social security number. But there’s one set of numbers that I give out freely. What is it? My birthdate. Companies constantly send special coupons and discounts to birthday boys and girls and these deals are sometimes substantial. We’ve mentioned sneaky places to find discounts before, but this one is our fave. Here are just a few stores that offer birthday discounts. What’s your fave? 1. Anthropologie Get a 15% off coupon mailed to you complete with a nice little card…
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How to Save Money at Home
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Fortune Cookie Wisdom
17 May 2013 | 4:47 amIt’s not often that a fortune cookie provides financial advice, so I was tickled when I found this little tidbit. The reverse is true, too. Little savings build great ships! Filed under: Everything Else -
Making a Razor Last and Last
8 May 2013 | 5:15 pmTo make a razor last, be sure to dry it off after every use. Rust dulls a razor blade, not use of the razor. The razor you see pictured here is the razor I have been using daily since Christmas (so more than 4 months), and it works just as well now as it did when I first started using it. Filed under: Bathroom -
All-Natural, Multi-Purpose Cleaner
29 Apr 2013 | 10:23 amHere’s my go-to cleaner for the kitchen and bathrooms. It’s all-natural, easy to make, and effective! The “recipe” for this cleaner is also featured in my eBook (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A7DDSEK). Use to spray and clean countertops, sink, refrigerator, microwave and stovetop. Multi-purpose spray cuts through grease, disinfects, and eliminates odors, leaving surfaces clean and shiny. ½ cup dish soap, such as Dawn 1 ½ cups vinegar 1 ½ cups water Pour dish soap into clean spray bottle. Add vinegar and water. Shake well. Filed under: Bathroom, Kitchen -
Cut Remodeling Costs with a Refinished Tub
16 Apr 2013 | 10:51 amRecently I refinished my primary bathroom. I wrestled with the decision to replace or remodel my existing tub with Bath Fitters or bathtub refinishing. In the end, I decided to have my existing tub refinished, saving me between $400 and $600. Living in central Ohio, I selected American Bathtub Refinishers (http://savemybathtub.com/index.html) because the business has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and provides a 7-year refinishing warranty. So far I’m pleased with the decision and like that the tub looks as if it’s sparkling new! Filed under: Bathroom -
Key to Gardening is Digging In!
10 Apr 2013 | 2:04 pmFew activities in life are more frugal, healthy and rewarding than growing your own vegetables. Why not plant a family vegetable garden? You’ll inspire your loved ones to eat more nutritiously, increase their appreciation of nature and trim your grocery bill. Where I live in central Ohio, it’s the perfect time to plant cool-season vegetables, including lettuce, spinach and broccoli. Am I an expert? No! Just look at the shabby garden my munchkins and I put in this week. In my book (www.amazon.com/dp/B00A7DDSEK), I include information for the beginning gardener. Dig in, and learn…
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Northern Cheapskate
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Money-Saving Monday: Coupons, Freebies & Deals
20 May 2013 | 4:47 amI swear that the month of May is busier than any other month at our house! And there are so many great deals out there, too! Score some savings with this week’s edition of Money-Saving Monday! Freebies Get a free sample of Fixodent on Facebook. Get a free sample of U by Kotex. Get a free sample of MiO Fit water enhancer. Get a free sample of Gevalia House Blend coffee. Sam’s Club members can get a free sample of Glad ForceFlex OdorShield trash bags. Download a free copy of Deep-Fried Goodness by Hoppin’ John Martin Taylor. Get 5 bonus Box Tops for your school. Coupons Save… -
Popular Sports and Fitness Magazines for $5 Each
18 May 2013 | 6:34 amSorry, this offer is no longer available. DiscountMags is having a Sports and Fitness Magazine Sale this weekend. Get some of the most popular sports and fitness magazines for just $4.99 each through Sunday, May 19, 2013. Here are the deals: ESPN (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98) Fitness (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97, 4yrs: $19.96) Golf Digest (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97) Men’s Fitness (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97) Outside (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98) Running Times (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97, 4yrs: $19.96) Tennis (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs:… -
Get The $5 Dinner Mom Breakfast and Lunch Cookbook For $6
18 May 2013 | 5:51 amLooking for low-cost breakfast and lunch ideas? Get The $5 Dinner Mom Breakfast and Lunch Cookbook for just $6 at Amazon for a limited time. Written by savvy shopper and author Erin Chase of $5 Dinners fame, this book gives you the tips and tricks you need to create tasty, healthy, and quick meals for your family for less than $5 each. In addition to the 200 plus recipes for breakfast, lunch, and snacks, you also get advice on saving money on groceries, meal planning, and freezing meals. This is one of my favorite cookbooks and now that the kids will be home more this summer, I’ll be… -
Sunday Coupon Preview for 5/19/13
18 May 2013 | 5:30 amWe’re coming up on Memorial Day weekend and graduation party time. What does that mean for you? Plenty of coupons and savings! According to Sunday Coupon Preview, there will be three inserts in the Sunday, May 19, 2013, newspaper – two Smartsource inserts and a Red Plum insert. You’ll find savings on everything from Colgate to Coca-Cola and more. Visit Sunday Coupon Preview for more details. I’ve used Sunday Coupon Preview for quite awhile now, and I’ve found that while some coupon inserts and specific coupons listed may vary by region, the site offers a… -
Ten Money Lessons I Learned From My Kids
17 May 2013 | 7:00 amAs a parent, we’re often told that we are our children’s first teachers. We try our best to help our children become human beings – to avoid entitlement – and to enjoy the world around them. But to a certain extent, I think children are the teachers, too. There are so many things I learned about myself and my spouse that I never imagined when I first saw that little heartbeat on an ultrasound. So today, I share with you some of those lessons. Ten Money Lessons I Learned From My Kids Preparing to have kids makes you do smart things with your money. The thought of…
