Thursday, April 30, 2009
Free sample of Axe shampoo
Sign up HERE for a free sample of AXE shampoo, and a $2 coupon! It's through BJ's Wholesale Club, but no membership number is required.
Hallmark Mother's Day cards: FREE!
Get a Free Personalized Mother’s Day Card from Hallmark with code: CARD4MOM. Free shipping too! This offer expires 5/4/2009. UPDATE: You can also use the code APRILCARD in a separate transaction to get a second free card with free postage too! Thanks, Couponing 101!How to get your cards:
1. Choose a 5×7 Folded Paper Card (priced $3.49).
2. Personalize it! You can edit the text and photos on the front, inside and back of the card!
3. Select “Continue to address cards” when you are done. You will need to sign in to your Hallmark account or sign up for an account for free.
4. Select “I want Hallmark to mail this card for me” and enter the address you want the card to be mailed to.
5. Choose your arrival date - soonest is May 6. Add the card to your shopping bag.
6. Enter Code: CARD4MOM in the promotion code box. This will make your order total $0.
7. Check out and click “Submit Order Now.” No need to enter any payment information!
8. Cross “Buy Mother’s Day Card for Mom” off your To Do List!
For more Mother's Day freebies, check out my previous post.
FREE dinner for Mom at Carino's!
You may want to head to Carino’s next week and give yourself the night off. In honor of Mothers day, Mom’s will eat FREE May 4th-8th at Carino’s. With the purchase of one entree at regular price, Mom receives one 3-course meal FREE! You will have your own special menu to order from.The menu includes: unlimited soup or salad, choice of chef-select entrees, mini dessert, AND a beverage! Limit one free Mom’s meal per table, dine in only.
As always, check with your location to make sure they are participating in this promotion. Thanks, A Thrifty Mom!
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Ebates
Do you know about Ebates?
It's an online rebate program. When you shop online through Ebates, you get cash back on your purchases. Each time you order online, you can get up to 25% back, depending on the store you shop through!
I have been a member of Ebates since 2001. Just this past Christmas I got $15 back on my purchases, and I spent $23! I like to combine online sales, free shipping and other promos with the additional cash back with Ebates. Then I double or triple my savings! Nothing beats those prices...even Walmart!
What I like about Ebates:
1. They pay me via Paypal...quick and easy!
2. You only need a minimum of $5 in your account to get paid every 3 months.
3. They have fabulous customer service!
4. Your orders are really easy to track. Their website is really simple to understand and navigate.
SIGN UP HERE to get going with Ebates. It's easy, fast, and fun to see your savings add up!
PLUS, when you sign up and make your first online purchase you will get an extra $5 put into your account! Awesome!
Ebates also has some great promos going on right now. Several sites are offering double the cash back for Mother's Day.
It's an online rebate program. When you shop online through Ebates, you get cash back on your purchases. Each time you order online, you can get up to 25% back, depending on the store you shop through!
I have been a member of Ebates since 2001. Just this past Christmas I got $15 back on my purchases, and I spent $23! I like to combine online sales, free shipping and other promos with the additional cash back with Ebates. Then I double or triple my savings! Nothing beats those prices...even Walmart!
What I like about Ebates:
1. They pay me via Paypal...quick and easy!
2. You only need a minimum of $5 in your account to get paid every 3 months.
3. They have fabulous customer service!
4. Your orders are really easy to track. Their website is really simple to understand and navigate.
SIGN UP HERE to get going with Ebates. It's easy, fast, and fun to see your savings add up!
PLUS, when you sign up and make your first online purchase you will get an extra $5 put into your account! Awesome!
Ebates also has some great promos going on right now. Several sites are offering double the cash back for Mother's Day.
Free Dove Go Fresh Sample
Copy and paste this link: https://secure.startsampling.com/sm/100660/ for a Free Sample of Dove Go Fresh Deodorant. You do NOT need to be a Costco member. Thanks Couponing 101!
I have also updated my free sample links on the right sidebar of my blog. I put several new ones on there, so sign up for great goodies to come in your mailbox!
If you know of any free samples, please let me know!
I have also updated my free sample links on the right sidebar of my blog. I put several new ones on there, so sign up for great goodies to come in your mailbox!
If you know of any free samples, please let me know!
$1 Cheerios coupon
Here is a great coupon! All you have to do is sign up for the Cheerios Challenge and you will get 4 weekly emails in June with a $1 off Cheerios printable coupon.
Baby Formula Sample
CLICK HERE to get a free sample of Members Mark baby formula. Members Mark is the brand sold at Sam's Club. Thanks A Thrifty Mom!
Want more baby freebies? Check out my previous post with lots to choose from!
Want more baby freebies? Check out my previous post with lots to choose from!
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Summer Reading Program at Barnes and Noble
Have your child do the summer reading program at Barnes and Noble and they can earn a free book! Visit the website for more details, downloadable journal and activities.Here's How It Works:
1. Kids read any eight (8) books of their own choosing.
2. Kids use the Summer Reading Journal to tell us their favorite part of each book. A parent/guardian signs the journal when it's complete. You can also get a Spanish-language Reading Journal.
3. Children bring their completed Reading Journal to a Barnes & Noble store between May 26th & September 7th, 2009.
4. We'll give them a coupon for a FREE book! They choose from a list of exceptional paperback titles.*
* Eligible books will be listed on the coupon. Choices must be made from available stock. No special orders. Limit of one (1) form per school-age child (grades 1-6), please. Incomplete forms will be ineligible for free books.
Mother's Day Freebies
Don't forget to sign up with Kodak and get a free personalized Mother's Day photo card! There is .99 charge for shipping.
Other Mother's Day freebies to know about:
- TCBY is giving a free cone to moms on Mother's Day (at participating locations).
- Free dessert at Friday’s for Mom’s on Mother’s Day: Brownie Obsession, a warm and moist brownie topped with rich vanilla ice cream or Spiced Up Cupcakes, which features all of the sweetness and spice of pumpkin pie wrapped up in two pumpkin applesauce spice cupcakes .
- Hallmark Channel is giving viewers a whole week of mom-themed movies for Mother’s Day, as well as a chance to give free mammograms to women around the world from their website.
- Beautiful free Mother’s day cards to print out.
- Have your kids make mom a planter at Lowe's Build and Grow workshop on Saturday, May 9th at 10am. It's free!
Target 4/26-5/2
Are you a Target shopper like I am? Walmart is really starting to drive me crazy (not just as a couponer, either). But that is another post entirely...
Anyway, there are some FABULOUS deals at Target this week! Check out Rachel's post on the deals and even some shopping scenarios.
Happy Target shopping!
Sonic giveaway winners!
Here are the winners in the Sonic gift card giveaway!
WINNER #1
True Random Number Generator
Min: 1
Max: 163
Result: 79
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Susan Hackney said...
I subscribe.
April 21, 2009 11:19 AM
WINNER #2
True Random Number Generator
Min: 1
Max: 163
Result: 4
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Travis and Jenny Holloway said...
I love that breakfast sandwich too!
April 20, 2009 2:33 PM
CONGRATS TO THE WINNERS! Please email me your mailing address and I will get your $25 gift cards in the mail to you ASAP!
Thanks everyone for entering!
WINNER #1
True Random Number Generator
Min: 1
Max: 163
Result: 79
Powered by RANDOM.ORG
Susan Hackney said...
I subscribe.
April 21, 2009 11:19 AM
WINNER #2
True Random Number Generator
Min: 1
Max: 163
Result: 4
Powered by RANDOM.ORG
Travis and Jenny Holloway said...
I love that breakfast sandwich too!
April 20, 2009 2:33 PM
CONGRATS TO THE WINNERS! Please email me your mailing address and I will get your $25 gift cards in the mail to you ASAP!
Thanks everyone for entering!
Monday, April 27, 2009
Free Reusable Tote from Earthbound Farms
Earthbound Farms is offering a free reusable tote again to the first 10,000 people who take the Sustain Yourself, Sustain the Planet pledge each week in April.
Hurry! They won't last long.
Hurry! They won't last long.
Restaurant.com 80% off!
Restaurant.com is having another great sale!
They are offering 80% off their already discounted gift certificates with the code LUCKY. This makes a $25 certificate just $2 and a $10 certificate just $.60 cents!!! Hurry! The code expires 4/30/09. Each restaurant has different restrictions. You usually have to spend about $35 minimum purchase, and only one gift certificate is redeemable per visit.
Click on the banner to take you to their website.
Free Comic Book Day
Free Comic Book Day is a single day - the first Saturday in May - when participating comic book shops across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely FREE* to anyone who comes into their stores. *Check with your local shop for their participation and rules.
GO HERE for details.
Walgreens 4/26-5/2
Thanks to Wendi for these matchups!
Remember to check your local Walgreen's ad to make sure these same deals are being offered in your area. Also, remember that not all areas get the same coupons.
New to Walgreen's shopping? Read Walgreens FAQ and Get the lowdown on Walgreens Register Rewards.
Nivea body wash 16.9 oz $4.99
and earns $4.99 in Register Rewards
$1 off 4/19 RP
Free + profit after coupon and rewards!
Rembrandt Toothpaste or Mouthwash $5.99
and earns $5.99 in Register Rewards
Free after rewards!
Rimmel B1G1
Free Sexy Curves Mascara April All You Mag.
Get 2 for free after coupon!
Suave Hair Care 3/$5
and earns $2 in Register Rewards
$1.75/3 and $1/2 coupons 3/1 RP
As low as $0.42 each after coupon and rewards!
Visine$3.99 with in-ad coupon
$3 off A or AC 3/15 RP
Only $0.99 after both coupons
Bayer Breeze 2 or Contour Meter $14.99
and earns $5 in Register Rewards
Up to $30 off 3/22 SS
Free + profit after coupon and rewards!
Bayer Quick Release Crystals 4pk $2.49
and earns $2.49 in Register Rewards
$1 off 3/22 SS
Free + profit after coupon and rewards!
Ecotrin 45 ct Tablets $2
and earns $2 in Register Rewards
$2.25 printable, $1 off 1/25 SS
Free + profit after coupon and rewards!
Got2b Hair Care 2/$10
and earns $5 in Register Rewards (WYB 2)
$2 off printable
Only $0.50 each after 2 printables and rewards!
Listerine 2/$8
and earns $4 in Register Rewards (WYB 2)
$0.50 4/26 RP, $1.50 off 3/15 SS, $1.50/2 coupon 3/15 SS
As low as $0.50 each after coupons and rewards!
Neosporin ($4), Band-aid ($3), Benadryl ($3)
Buy $10 worth and earn $4 in Register Rewards
$1 off Band-aid 4/26 & 3/15 SS, $1 off Neosporin 3/15 & 2/08 SS, $1 off Benadryl, RP 4/26, Neosporin printables here and here
As low as $1 each after coupons and rewards!
Remember to check your local Walgreen's ad to make sure these same deals are being offered in your area. Also, remember that not all areas get the same coupons.
New to Walgreen's shopping? Read Walgreens FAQ and Get the lowdown on Walgreens Register Rewards.
Nivea body wash 16.9 oz $4.99
and earns $4.99 in Register Rewards
$1 off 4/19 RP
Free + profit after coupon and rewards!
Rembrandt Toothpaste or Mouthwash $5.99
and earns $5.99 in Register Rewards
Free after rewards!
Rimmel B1G1
Free Sexy Curves Mascara April All You Mag.
Get 2 for free after coupon!
Suave Hair Care 3/$5
and earns $2 in Register Rewards
$1.75/3 and $1/2 coupons 3/1 RP
As low as $0.42 each after coupon and rewards!
Visine$3.99 with in-ad coupon
$3 off A or AC 3/15 RP
Only $0.99 after both coupons
Bayer Breeze 2 or Contour Meter $14.99
and earns $5 in Register Rewards
Up to $30 off 3/22 SS
Free + profit after coupon and rewards!
Bayer Quick Release Crystals 4pk $2.49
and earns $2.49 in Register Rewards
$1 off 3/22 SS
Free + profit after coupon and rewards!
Ecotrin 45 ct Tablets $2
and earns $2 in Register Rewards
$2.25 printable, $1 off 1/25 SS
Free + profit after coupon and rewards!
Got2b Hair Care 2/$10
and earns $5 in Register Rewards (WYB 2)
$2 off printable
Only $0.50 each after 2 printables and rewards!
Listerine 2/$8
and earns $4 in Register Rewards (WYB 2)
$0.50 4/26 RP, $1.50 off 3/15 SS, $1.50/2 coupon 3/15 SS
As low as $0.50 each after coupons and rewards!
Neosporin ($4), Band-aid ($3), Benadryl ($3)
Buy $10 worth and earn $4 in Register Rewards
$1 off Band-aid 4/26 & 3/15 SS, $1 off Neosporin 3/15 & 2/08 SS, $1 off Benadryl, RP 4/26, Neosporin printables here and here
As low as $1 each after coupons and rewards!
Rite Aid 4/26-5/2
Thanks to Wendi for these match ups! If you find any other great deals, please comment!
Please check with your local Rite Aid about their coupon policy and your local ad to see if the same deals are being offered.
Electrasol/Finish Quantum Tabs 12ct $4.49 with a $1.50 SCR
$2.50 off 4/19 SS
Only $0.49 after coupon and rebate!
Listerine 2/$4 with in-ad coupon
$0.50 4/26 RP,
$1.50 off 3/15 SS,
$1.50/2 coupon 3/15 SS
As low as $0.50 after 2-$1.50 coupons and in-ad coupon!
Mini Drops Eye Therapy $6.49 with a $6.49 SCR
$1 off printable
Free + profit after coupon and rebate!
ProFootTriad or Miracle insoles, Sinovium Pain Relief Gel, Heat Rescue, or Flex-Tastic 3/$15 with a $10 SCR WYB 3
$1 Profoot Printables,
$2 off Sinovium Pain Relief Gel 10/26 SS
Free after rebate and 3 coupons! (at least 2 at $2)
SaltAire Sinus and Allergy Relief $6.99 with a $6.99 SCR
$1 off printable,
$1.50 off 1/25 SS
Free + profit after coupon and rebate!
Skintimate Shave Cream $2.99 with a $2.24 SCR
$0.75 or $1 off 4/26 RP
Free or profit after coupon and rebate!
VO5 Shampoo or Conditioner $0.69
$1 off 4 printable
Only $0.44 each after coupon!
Please check with your local Rite Aid about their coupon policy and your local ad to see if the same deals are being offered.
Electrasol/Finish Quantum Tabs 12ct $4.49 with a $1.50 SCR
$2.50 off 4/19 SS
Only $0.49 after coupon and rebate!
Listerine 2/$4 with in-ad coupon
$0.50 4/26 RP,
$1.50 off 3/15 SS,
$1.50/2 coupon 3/15 SS
As low as $0.50 after 2-$1.50 coupons and in-ad coupon!
Mini Drops Eye Therapy $6.49 with a $6.49 SCR
$1 off printable
Free + profit after coupon and rebate!
ProFootTriad or Miracle insoles, Sinovium Pain Relief Gel, Heat Rescue, or Flex-Tastic 3/$15 with a $10 SCR WYB 3
$1 Profoot Printables,
$2 off Sinovium Pain Relief Gel 10/26 SS
Free after rebate and 3 coupons! (at least 2 at $2)
SaltAire Sinus and Allergy Relief $6.99 with a $6.99 SCR
$1 off printable,
$1.50 off 1/25 SS
Free + profit after coupon and rebate!
Skintimate Shave Cream $2.99 with a $2.24 SCR
$0.75 or $1 off 4/26 RP
Free or profit after coupon and rebate!
VO5 Shampoo or Conditioner $0.69
$1 off 4 printable
Only $0.44 each after coupon!
A homemade coupon
I don't normally post personal stuff on this blog, but this has to do somewhat with couponing. :) My five year old made me this coupon last night at his desk when I thought he was asleep. Notice the Albertson's logo in the top corner. I love the barcode at the bottom, and his "$1 off" wording. So cute! Even my kids are into couponing!
Free bowling all summer for kids!
A few weeks ago I posted about how to get free bowling this summer for your kids. If you didn't see my post then, it's not too late to sign up! I got my first coupons in my email today. Free bowling starts this weekend!
If you haven't signed up yet, go to the website, KidsBowlFree.com and see if there is a participating bowling alley in your area. Your kids (up to age 12 I think) can bowl 2 free games, everyday, all summer long!
If you haven't signed up yet, go to the website, KidsBowlFree.com and see if there is a participating bowling alley in your area. Your kids (up to age 12 I think) can bowl 2 free games, everyday, all summer long!
Last day to enter Sonic giveaway!
Today is the last day to enter the giveaway for a $25 Sonic gift card! There will be two winners, each receiving one $25 gift card!
CLICK HERE to enter! Closes at 10pm MST today.
Friday, April 24, 2009
Free lip balm at Bath & Body Works
I got this coupon in my email this morning. It's only good through Monday the 26th, however. Get FREE lip balm, up to a $12 value, with any purchase at Bath and Body Works!
When I was visiting a friend last week she had the C.W. Bigelow lip balm and I love it now...it is addicting. You can purchase their $1-$1.99 soaps or trial size items then get the lip balm free!
CLICK HERE to print.
When I was visiting a friend last week she had the C.W. Bigelow lip balm and I love it now...it is addicting. You can purchase their $1-$1.99 soaps or trial size items then get the lip balm free!
CLICK HERE to print.
Winner of YouCanMakeThis.com giveaway!
True Random Number Generator
Min:1
Max: 49
Result: 3
Congrats to Family Fun who posted:
Family Fun said...
I would love to learn how to make the fun aprons. And I loved the ties you made!!!! So much fun!!!!
April 18, 2009 4:06 PM
Even if you didn't win, don't forget to sign up for their free newsletter and get several free patterns! Sign up by clicking on the banner:
Min:1
Max: 49
Result: 3
Congrats to Family Fun who posted:
Family Fun said...
I would love to learn how to make the fun aprons. And I loved the ties you made!!!! So much fun!!!!
April 18, 2009 4:06 PM
Even if you didn't win, don't forget to sign up for their free newsletter and get several free patterns! Sign up by clicking on the banner:
Frugal Living Friday: Fabric Softener Sheets
Welcome to Frugal Living Friday! Each week I will feature a tip that can help us stretch our budget and live more frugally! If you have a tip that you want shared on Frugal Living Friday, let me know and you could become a guest blogger for a day.
Do you buy fabric softener sheets like Bounce? I do. I like them better than using Downy in my washer. But did you know that there are so many more uses for fabric softener sheets besides using them in the dryer? Plus, each sheet is good for more than one use. Don't ever just use them once then throw them away. Here are some additional ways I use my fabric softener sheets to help me get more for my money!
1. I put them in the bottom of my garbage cans (under the liners) to keep them smelling fresh & keep odors at bay. It really works!
2. After I have used one sheet in the dryer a few times I use them to dust electronics...like the tv and clocks in my bedroom. It helps the dust stay away longer.
3. Using the used sheets as "swiffer dry cloths" when I sweep my floor. (mostly in the bathroom)
4. I always use my softener sheets at least 3 times in the dryer before using them on something else.
Check out these links for many more uses for dryer sheets!
More uses for fabric softener sheets
Extraordinary uses for fabric softener sheets
How do you stretch the life of fabric softener sheets? Have any of you made your own dryer sheets?
Do you buy fabric softener sheets like Bounce? I do. I like them better than using Downy in my washer. But did you know that there are so many more uses for fabric softener sheets besides using them in the dryer? Plus, each sheet is good for more than one use. Don't ever just use them once then throw them away. Here are some additional ways I use my fabric softener sheets to help me get more for my money!
1. I put them in the bottom of my garbage cans (under the liners) to keep them smelling fresh & keep odors at bay. It really works!
2. After I have used one sheet in the dryer a few times I use them to dust electronics...like the tv and clocks in my bedroom. It helps the dust stay away longer.
3. Using the used sheets as "swiffer dry cloths" when I sweep my floor. (mostly in the bathroom)
4. I always use my softener sheets at least 3 times in the dryer before using them on something else.
Check out these links for many more uses for dryer sheets!
More uses for fabric softener sheets
Extraordinary uses for fabric softener sheets
How do you stretch the life of fabric softener sheets? Have any of you made your own dryer sheets?
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Huggies Snug N Dry Sample
Sam's Club is offering a sample of Huggies Snug n Dry diapers. It does require a Sam's Club membership number.
Free Glade soy candles
Thanks to Rachel at Surviving the Stores for this post!
Get free Glade soy candles this week at either Target or Walgreens! Here is how:
Target:
Buy 2 Glade Fragrance Collection Soy Candles 4.9 oz @ $5.79 each, get a $5 Target Gift Card!
Use TWO $4/1 Glade Soy Candles printable coupons
Pay $3.58 out of pocket and get back a $5 Gift Card
Then if you can get more coupons, keep "rolling" the deal to get them for free (plus have some left on each gift card!)
Walgreens:
Glade Fragrance Collection Soy Candles 4.9oz - Regularly $5.99
Use the $4/1 printable coupon
AND use the $2/1 Walgreens Easy Saver coupon (on page 21)
FREE after coupons!
If you go to Walgreens today, you can also get an extra 15% off with this coupon HERE. (Don't forget to get your free reusable shopping bag while you are there today as well!)
Get free Glade soy candles this week at either Target or Walgreens! Here is how:
Target:
Buy 2 Glade Fragrance Collection Soy Candles 4.9 oz @ $5.79 each, get a $5 Target Gift Card!
Use TWO $4/1 Glade Soy Candles printable coupons
Pay $3.58 out of pocket and get back a $5 Gift Card
Then if you can get more coupons, keep "rolling" the deal to get them for free (plus have some left on each gift card!)
Walgreens:
Glade Fragrance Collection Soy Candles 4.9oz - Regularly $5.99
Use the $4/1 printable coupon
AND use the $2/1 Walgreens Easy Saver coupon (on page 21)
FREE after coupons!
If you go to Walgreens today, you can also get an extra 15% off with this coupon HERE. (Don't forget to get your free reusable shopping bag while you are there today as well!)
Albertson's 4/22-4/28
There is another good promo at Albertson's this week! Thanks to Pinching Your Pennies for laying it all out for us with the shopping list!
GO HERE for the printable shopping list (complete with a list of what coupons you need and your final price after coupons).
GO HERE for additional printable coupons and current catalina offers.
This is also a good sale to use those new Kashi coupons I told you about yesterday! You can get Kashi cereal for as low as $1.65 a box, depending on the variety. All the details are on the printable shopping list on PYP. Print the coupons directly from my coupon bar at the top of my blog.
Other sale highlights include some Kelloggs cereal for $1 per box Healthy Choice entrees for .70 and MORE! The Conagra promo is really good....so check it out! It's all on the printable shopping list for you.
GO HERE for the printable shopping list (complete with a list of what coupons you need and your final price after coupons).
GO HERE for additional printable coupons and current catalina offers.
This is also a good sale to use those new Kashi coupons I told you about yesterday! You can get Kashi cereal for as low as $1.65 a box, depending on the variety. All the details are on the printable shopping list on PYP. Print the coupons directly from my coupon bar at the top of my blog.
Other sale highlights include some Kelloggs cereal for $1 per box Healthy Choice entrees for .70 and MORE! The Conagra promo is really good....so check it out! It's all on the printable shopping list for you.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
10 free bags Food Saver
Do you have a Food Saver? I do! Here is a great freebie: sign up to receive 10 free Freeze ‘n Steam Bags directly from FoodSaver.
Only available until 5/31/09 or while supplies last.
Thanks Wendi!
Only available until 5/31/09 or while supplies last.
Thanks Wendi!
New Kashi coupons at Coupons.com
Monday, April 20, 2009
GIVEAWAY: Two $25 gift cards to Sonic Drive-In!
Here is a fun giveaway!
Sonic Drive-In is generously giving two readers each a $25 gift card!
Do you know about Sonic? It is one of my favorite places. I love their milkshakes, especially. But in this tight economy we are not eating out as much. That is why Sonic has a Value Menu!
The Everyday Value Menu includes new products such as the Chicken Strip Sandwich and new sizing on fan favorites such as the small Tater Tots and Jr. Frito Chili Cheese Wrap. All the menu items are $1 everyday, all day. Check out the full lineup of Everyday Value Menu products. Sonic also has Happy Hour every day from 2-4 p.m. Happy Hour includes ½ price drinks and slushes (excluding CreamSlush treats). Make the $25 gift card stretch by purchasing items from the Everyday Value Menu.
Do you want to win a $25 gift card to Sonic Drive-In? There will be TWO winners, each receiving one $25 My Sonic gift card!
There are 5 ways to enter. Please leave a separate comment for each entry!
1. Tell me your favorite menu item at Sonic.
2. Start following my blog or subscribe to my feed.
3. Add my button to your blog.
4. Email your friends and family about this giveaway, twitter about it, or advertise it on Facebook.
5. Blog about this giveaway and leave the link in your comment.
Sonic Drive-In is generously giving two readers each a $25 gift card!
Do you know about Sonic? It is one of my favorite places. I love their milkshakes, especially. But in this tight economy we are not eating out as much. That is why Sonic has a Value Menu!
The Everyday Value Menu includes new products such as the Chicken Strip Sandwich and new sizing on fan favorites such as the small Tater Tots and Jr. Frito Chili Cheese Wrap. All the menu items are $1 everyday, all day. Check out the full lineup of Everyday Value Menu products. Sonic also has Happy Hour every day from 2-4 p.m. Happy Hour includes ½ price drinks and slushes (excluding CreamSlush treats). Make the $25 gift card stretch by purchasing items from the Everyday Value Menu.
Do you want to win a $25 gift card to Sonic Drive-In? There will be TWO winners, each receiving one $25 My Sonic gift card!
There are 5 ways to enter. Please leave a separate comment for each entry!
1. Tell me your favorite menu item at Sonic.
2. Start following my blog or subscribe to my feed.
3. Add my button to your blog.
4. Email your friends and family about this giveaway, twitter about it, or advertise it on Facebook.
5. Blog about this giveaway and leave the link in your comment.
Guidelines:
Giveaway goes from April 20th-April 27 at 10pm MST. Giveaway is open to US residents only. You MUST leave your email address or another way to contact you in your comments unless your email is already listed in your profile. No anonymous comments, please. Winners will have 72 hours to respond or another winner will be chosen. Winners to be picked via random number generator.
Giveaway goes from April 20th-April 27 at 10pm MST. Giveaway is open to US residents only. You MUST leave your email address or another way to contact you in your comments unless your email is already listed in your profile. No anonymous comments, please. Winners will have 72 hours to respond or another winner will be chosen. Winners to be picked via random number generator.
Free Magazines for Publix Shoppers
Do you shop at Publix? If so, then you can get some free magazines! Thanks Coupon Cravings!Get a FREE one-year subscription to Publix FamilyStyle magazine, an upbeat and fun magazine for parents, if you live in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama or Tennessee. You’ll receive one issue each quarter – in February, May, August and November.
Publix shoppers can also sign up for a FREE one-year subscription to Publix GreenWise Market magazine, which focuses on the benefits of a natural and organic lifestyle. Your four free issues will arrive in January, April, July and October.
Free Gillette Razor Daily
Here is a great freebie: right now through May 16, 2009, Gillette is giving away free Fusion razors to the first 500 people who sign up each day. These will go QUICKLY each day, so sign up early or you will miss out.Thanks Money Saving Mom for the heads up!
40% off coupon at Michael's
Get a 40% printable coupon to use on any regular priced item at Michael's. Valid through this weekend, April 25th.
For more info on how to get Michael's coupon in your email, go HERE.
For more info on how to get Michael's coupon in your email, go HERE.
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Saturday, April 18, 2009
GIVEAWAY: You Can Make This.com...a $50 value!
YouCanMakeThis.com was created by a mom who wanted to provide downloadable instructions on how to make just about anything from children's boutique clothing and jewelry, to handbags, home decor and more. What makes the site unique is that these instructions are written by everyday moms who have an expertise in an area. They are written in a way that makes you feel you have a friend sitting right next to you, telling you what to do next. They all have detailed instructions and step-by-step full-color photos so even the most "craft-challenged" person can make these items for their homes and families.
In fact, if you'd like to try out some products for free, you can sign up for their FREE newsletter (click the banner above to take you to the sign-up page). After sign-up, you'll receive a link to your email inbox asking you to confirm subscription. Simply click on that link, and you'll receive all of these product instructions pictured here, plus an online video and digital scrapbooking frames.
In fact, if you'd like to try out some products for free, you can sign up for their FREE newsletter (click the banner above to take you to the sign-up page). After sign-up, you'll receive a link to your email inbox asking you to confirm subscription. Simply click on that link, and you'll receive all of these product instructions pictured here, plus an online video and digital scrapbooking frames.
Would you like to win a $50 bundle of even more DIY instructions? You can learn how to make a Child/Adult Apron Set, Women's Reversible Wrap Skirt, The "She Loves Me, She Loves Me KNOT" Handbag, The Reversible Patchwork Bucket Hat, Easy-Fit Pants, and Boys Ties. Remember, even if you've never sewn before, the site believes that you REALLY CAN make these things!
And yes, YOU REALLY CAN! I personally even tried out one of the patterns, the boys ties. And it was easy! I can be kinda dumb when it comes to stuff like this but if I can do it, anyone can! Didn't they turn out great? I want to make more matching ties for them now. I made these ties to match a dress my daughter had and we had photos taken. Great for Easter!
Here is what you need to do to enter. You can enter up to 6 times to improve your chances of winning!
1. Check out YouCanMakeThis.com and come back and post something you'd like to learn how to make.
2. Post about this giveaway on your blog and post the link.
3. Join my Facebook Group.
4. Twitter about this giveaway, or start following me on Twitter!
5. Add my button to your blog (or blogs).
6. Subscribe to my feed, email updates, or start following my blog.
For each entry, please leave a separate comment. So if you want all 6 entries, you will need to leave 6 comments.
Guidelines:
Giveaway goes from April 18th-April 23 at 10pm MST. Giveaway is open to US residents only. You MUST leave your email address or another way to contact you in your comments unless your email is already listed in your profile. No anonymous comments, please. Winner will have 72 hours to respond or another winner will be chosen. Winner to be picked via random number generator.
Friday, April 17, 2009
Frugal Living Friday: A clever way to use rotting citrus
Welcome to Frugal Living Friday! Each week I will feature a tip that can help us stretch our budget and live more frugally! If you have a tip that you want shared on Frugal Living Friday, let me know and you could become a guest blogger for a day.
Today's Frugal Living Friday post is a guest post from Sarah, over at A Thrifty Mom. Sarah is a blogger who lives in my area and always has great sales and tips to share. Thanks Sarah for sharing our Frugal Living Friday tip today!
Maybe it was the way I was raised, But I hate to waste food. Growing up we always made sure to eat our “leftovers” if the food did go bad, we would feed it to the dogs, cats, chickens, pigs, or anything else that was hungry. We would NEVER dream of throwing any kind of food away. Well now that I am off the farm, and live in a subdivision I can’t exactly throw my table scraps out the back door. My good friend Linda just came back from Arizona. She brought back a bunch or fresh oranges, they were delicious and my kids ate them every morning for breakfast. We left for spring break….we only had 2 oranges left. But they did not do so well while we were gone.
I learned this trick from a friend, she does it with the left over oranges she juices. Cut them up up into wedges or small cubes. Place them in a microwave bowl, add enough water to cover the oranges half way. Then place them in the microwave on high for 4-5 minutes. The water will start to boil and fill your microwave with a great orange smell ( to help get rid of the taco, meatloaf smell from the leftovers last week) Not only will you microwave smell great but it will also, get all steamy. Take a damp rag and wipe the inside down, the stuck on splatters will wipe right off.
Be care full taking it out, IT WILL BE HOT. Take the steaming hot water and orange pulp and dump it down your garbage disposal. I let it sit there just for a second, and let it steam. Then I turn my grinder on with the water running. It leaves your sink smelling nice and clean.
Today's Frugal Living Friday post is a guest post from Sarah, over at A Thrifty Mom. Sarah is a blogger who lives in my area and always has great sales and tips to share. Thanks Sarah for sharing our Frugal Living Friday tip today!
Maybe it was the way I was raised, But I hate to waste food. Growing up we always made sure to eat our “leftovers” if the food did go bad, we would feed it to the dogs, cats, chickens, pigs, or anything else that was hungry. We would NEVER dream of throwing any kind of food away. Well now that I am off the farm, and live in a subdivision I can’t exactly throw my table scraps out the back door. My good friend Linda just came back from Arizona. She brought back a bunch or fresh oranges, they were delicious and my kids ate them every morning for breakfast. We left for spring break….we only had 2 oranges left. But they did not do so well while we were gone. I learned this trick from a friend, she does it with the left over oranges she juices. Cut them up up into wedges or small cubes. Place them in a microwave bowl, add enough water to cover the oranges half way. Then place them in the microwave on high for 4-5 minutes. The water will start to boil and fill your microwave with a great orange smell ( to help get rid of the taco, meatloaf smell from the leftovers last week) Not only will you microwave smell great but it will also, get all steamy. Take a damp rag and wipe the inside down, the stuck on splatters will wipe right off. Be care full taking it out, IT WILL BE HOT. Take the steaming hot water and orange pulp and dump it down your garbage disposal. I let it sit there just for a second, and let it steam. Then I turn my grinder on with the water running. It leaves your sink smelling nice and clean.What do you do with old fruit?
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Great links to check out
I will be out of town for a few days so here are some links with some great info. I will still have my regular FLF post tomorrow, and a giveaway coming on Saturday! (as well as another next week!)
Get 8 free recipe booklets from Coupon Cravings
Book summary of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People from Couponing 101
Free Purex at CVS (select areas) from Surviving the Stores
Free family craft event at Michael's this Saturday from Simply Thrifty
Get 8 free recipe booklets from Coupon Cravings
Book summary of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People from Couponing 101
Free Purex at CVS (select areas) from Surviving the Stores
Free family craft event at Michael's this Saturday from Simply Thrifty
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Tax Day Freebies
Get some great freebies on tax day...TODAY, April 15th!
Free taco at Taco del Mar
Cinnabon Bakeries (located in malls) are offering free Cinnabites from 5-8 p.m.
Get a free scoop of Maggie Moo’s Ice Cream
Thanks to Money Saving Mom!
Free taco at Taco del Mar
Cinnabon Bakeries (located in malls) are offering free Cinnabites from 5-8 p.m.
Get a free scoop of Maggie Moo’s Ice Cream
Thanks to Money Saving Mom!
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Exclusive Offer: ALL YOU magazine subscription @ $17.99 for two years!
***OFFER IS CLOSED, BUT WATCH IN A FEW MONTHS I WILL DO IT AGAIN!***
What would you say if I told you I had an exclusive offer for a two year subscription to ALL YOU magazine?
I DO! Starting today through April 27th here from my blog, you can order a two year subscription to ALL YOU magazine for only $17.99!
NOT FAMILIAR WITH ALL YOU MAGAZINE?
I’m sure many of you are already familiar with the fabulous manufacturer coupons that are in every issue of ALL YOU magazine. Many times there are over $20 worth of manufacturer coupons you will not find anywhere else! Plus, many times there is a coupon for a free item. Last month it was a coupon for free mascara. I don't normally spend money on magazines, but this magazine is an exception, especially at this fantastic price!
As a brief summary, ALL YOU magazine is only carried in Walmart stores at a price of $2.24 after their 10% discount. The only other way to get ALL YOU is by subscription price, which is around $22 per year. HOWEVER, at this exclusive subscription price of 2 years for $17.99 (which includes no tax, no shipping), you’re getting it for just $0.75 an issue! You can easily recoup the cost of this subscription with just a couple issue's worth of coupons. Isn't that awesome????
Here are all the details. PLEASE read them all to make sure you understand how it works. I have done this and it is really simple. Thanks to Carmella Fryar for setting up this fantastic deal!
What would you say if I told you I had an exclusive offer for a two year subscription to ALL YOU magazine?
I DO! Starting today through April 27th here from my blog, you can order a two year subscription to ALL YOU magazine for only $17.99!
NOT FAMILIAR WITH ALL YOU MAGAZINE?
I’m sure many of you are already familiar with the fabulous manufacturer coupons that are in every issue of ALL YOU magazine. Many times there are over $20 worth of manufacturer coupons you will not find anywhere else! Plus, many times there is a coupon for a free item. Last month it was a coupon for free mascara. I don't normally spend money on magazines, but this magazine is an exception, especially at this fantastic price!
As a brief summary, ALL YOU magazine is only carried in Walmart stores at a price of $2.24 after their 10% discount. The only other way to get ALL YOU is by subscription price, which is around $22 per year. HOWEVER, at this exclusive subscription price of 2 years for $17.99 (which includes no tax, no shipping), you’re getting it for just $0.75 an issue! You can easily recoup the cost of this subscription with just a couple issue's worth of coupons. Isn't that awesome????
Here are all the details. PLEASE read them all to make sure you understand how it works. I have done this and it is really simple. Thanks to Carmella Fryar for setting up this fantastic deal!
To order, please visit Carmella’s personal Southern Living at Home website - you must use this link to get the discounted price!
1. Click on Our Products then How To Purchase
2. Type in Want in the hostess first name field then click Continue
3. Select Want It All
4. In the search box type 40776 then click Go
5. Click on All You Personal Subscription then Select this Item
6. Then just follow the screens through checkout!
7. It takes about 8 weeks to receive your first issue once you see your payment post.
DISCOUNT NOTE: The total will show $19.95 at checkout and on your invoice. Your discount adjustment will be made after you checkout but before your card is charged, and the final amount charged will be $17.95. This is because Carmella is offering the discount as an independent consultant. It is not at the corporate level, so the automatic response will not reflect the discount.
Answers to FAQ’s
1. This is for a 24-issue/2-year subscription to ALL YOU. To verify, you can BROWSE the full catalog from Our Products and turn to Page 79 for the full description.
2. The magazine will ship to the name/address you supply in the order. There are no additional shipping fees or taxes. Please DO NOT SELECT THE DIRECT SHIP OPTION during checkout.
3. If you want to order as a gift, please fill in the name address for the person to whom you are sending please email Carmella (j.fryar@comcast.net) to let her know your name and the name you are sending to so payment can be reconciled.
4. To renew a current subscription, follow order procedures and be sure to enter your name and address exactly as it appears on your current subscription.
5. Please pay with a credit card during checkout. Please do not click submit more than once as this can cause multiple charges.
6. After you see your payment post with your card issuer you should be able to track the status of your subscription shortly thereafter using ALL YOU online customer service at www.allyou.com/customerservice. Depending on– where ALL YOU is in their label printing process it can take 3 months to receive your first issue.
7. Because this is such a great offer, no refunds can be issued once the order has been submitted.
For questions or assistance with placing your order, please contact Carmella at j.fryar@comcast.net.
Remember: This deal is only valid through April 27th, so order today!
Great printable coupons
Here are some great printable coupons to know about!
$2/1 Aveeno
$1/1 Wholly Guacamole
$1/1 Mission Tortillas
$2 off Bic Soleil Razor or Cartridge Refill 4 pk.
Coupons.com (print from coupon bar above or below)
$1/1 McCormick Spice
B1G1 Free Welch's Aquajuice (up to $4)
$2/1 Dry Idea roll on deodorant
$1/1 Colgate toothpaste (only available in some zip codes)
lots of the $5/1 Hasbro games still available
Don't forget to sign up for the Simple and Delicious coupon booklet, which includes $10 in savings and a coupon for a FREE bottle of ketchup!
$2/1 Aveeno
$1/1 Wholly Guacamole
$1/1 Mission Tortillas
$2 off Bic Soleil Razor or Cartridge Refill 4 pk.
Coupons.com (print from coupon bar above or below)
$1/1 McCormick Spice
B1G1 Free Welch's Aquajuice (up to $4)
$2/1 Dry Idea roll on deodorant
$1/1 Colgate toothpaste (only available in some zip codes)
lots of the $5/1 Hasbro games still available
Don't forget to sign up for the Simple and Delicious coupon booklet, which includes $10 in savings and a coupon for a FREE bottle of ketchup!
Monday, April 13, 2009
Walgreens Trip
I love having a Walgreens right around the corner from my house! :) Here is what I picked up today in 4 different transactions.
(I was bummed because the Colgate toothbrushes were out and that messed up my plan for how I was going to buy stuff, so I had to refigure)
Total spent out of pocket: $6.55
RR I have left over: $4
Grand Total spent:$2.55 on everything!!
Transaction #1
2 bags Chex Mix: .99 each - two .50/1 coupons = .98 for both bags
Buy Chapstick Naturals or True Shimmer Lip Balm @ $1.99, get $2 Register Rewards
Buy Scunci hair elastics, 18 ct @ $2, get $2 Register Rewards
Used $3.50 in previous RR
Total spent: $1.83
Got back $4 in RR
Transaction #2
Fiber Choice tablets @ $2.49, get $2.50 Register Rewards
Chapstick-$1.99
Skintimate @ 2.99 get $3 Register Rewards
Used $5.50 in previous RR
Total spent: 2.42
Got back $7.50 in RR
Transaction #3
Chapstick- $1.99
Scunci- $2
Used $2.50 RR from Fiber Choice
Total spent: $1.73
Got back $4 in RR
Transaction #4
4 Chex Mix @ .99 each (I had no more coupons, but still a good deal since we love this stuff)
.35 caramel (filler item)
Used $4 in RR from previous purchases
Total spent: .57 cents
Get the lowdown on Walgreen's Register Rewards. Remember, you have to buy the same products (like Chapstick) in different transactions to get the RR each time.
LOVE Walgreens!
(I was bummed because the Colgate toothbrushes were out and that messed up my plan for how I was going to buy stuff, so I had to refigure)
Total spent out of pocket: $6.55RR I have left over: $4
Grand Total spent:$2.55 on everything!!
Transaction #1
2 bags Chex Mix: .99 each - two .50/1 coupons = .98 for both bags
Buy Chapstick Naturals or True Shimmer Lip Balm @ $1.99, get $2 Register Rewards
Buy Scunci hair elastics, 18 ct @ $2, get $2 Register Rewards
Used $3.50 in previous RR
Total spent: $1.83
Got back $4 in RR
Transaction #2
Fiber Choice tablets @ $2.49, get $2.50 Register Rewards
Chapstick-$1.99
Skintimate @ 2.99 get $3 Register Rewards
Used $5.50 in previous RR
Total spent: 2.42
Got back $7.50 in RR
Transaction #3
Chapstick- $1.99
Scunci- $2
Used $2.50 RR from Fiber Choice
Total spent: $1.73
Got back $4 in RR
Transaction #4
4 Chex Mix @ .99 each (I had no more coupons, but still a good deal since we love this stuff)
.35 caramel (filler item)
Used $4 in RR from previous purchases
Total spent: .57 cents
Get the lowdown on Walgreen's Register Rewards. Remember, you have to buy the same products (like Chapstick) in different transactions to get the RR each time.
LOVE Walgreens!
Earth Day Freebies
Earth Day is Wednesday April 22nd. To celebrate our earth and to take good care of it, go for these great freebies!- Home Depot is giving away 1 million CFL bulbs in support of our environment. Receive a free EcoSmart 14w CFL bulb from participating stores on April 19, 2009. Quantities may vary by store. Limit one per customer while quantities last. Click HERE to find a store new you. (thanks Wendi!)
- This Earth Day, try Reynolds Wrap Foil from 100% Recycled Aluminum Free with mail-in rebate (up to $3.99). Rebate available for download on Earth Day (April 22nd, 2009) starting at 4:22 am EDT. Quantities are limited! You can also sign up for an email reminder so you don’t forget to go back and print the form. How great is that?
- Origins is giving you a free sample with your old empties. The sample program is at ALL stores beginning Mar. 29th and you can bring in ANY brand empty to recycle. Check HERE for all the details and locations.
- Get a free shopping tote from Earthbound Farm. All you have to do is get 9 out of 10 answers correct on this quiz. The first 10,000 people who take the pledge every week in April will get one! Hint: all the answers can be found HERE.
- Sustainable seafood guide. Which seafood is best for you and environment? Download a wallet-sized card HERE and find out.
- Avoid pesticides in your food by choosing organic versions of the top 12 kinds of produce with the most chemical residue. Download a fold-out healthy produce card HERE and keep it with you when you shop.
- Tuesday, April 21st is Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry’s! Between noon to 8 p.m, go into any location and get a FREE scoop of any flavor! More details HERE.
- Amazon is celebrating Earth Day by offering up to 50% off selected nature Blu-ray titles, including the award winning Planet Earth series. Click the banner to take you to the sale!
Free 60 day membership to BJ's
For those of you near a BJ's Wholesale Club, take this printable coupon to get a FREE 60-day trial membership.Click here to find a BJ’s Wholesale Club near you. Plus, don’t forget that BJ’s accepts manufacturers’ coupons, unlike some of the other warehouse clubs. (I wish Costco did!) Thanks, Coupon Cravings!
150 Kids Songs downloaded for only .99!
Thanks Hilarie for emailing me about this deal!Click the link to get 150 kids songs for only .99 for the entire album!
150 Fun Songs For Kids
This is a great deal if you buy the entire album, considering each song is .89 cents individually.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Menu Plan Monday: April 13
This week I will only be around for 3 dinners! I am taking a trip to see a friend for three days...no kids! I have such a great hubby. :) My dear friend and I get together at least once a year for girl time. I am planning the meals for him while he is gone however...makes things easier. I only have 6 weeks until my baby comes (or sooner, I guess you never know) so this will be a nice trip for me. Anyway....here are my plans for the week:MONDAY: TBD
TUESDAY: Mexican Manicotti (I never got to this one last week)
WEDNESDAY: Tacos & veggies (dinner with family visiting)
THURSDAY: Homemade Pizza, carrot sticks
FRIDAY: Breakfast for dinner!
SATURDAY: Ravioli, hot dogs/sausages on the grill, smoothies
SUNDAY: TBD
Join Menu Plan Monday at OrgJunkie!
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Coming soon....
I will be offline until Monday spending a fun Easter weekend with my family.
In the meantime....just wanted to let you know that SOON there will be not one, but TWO fabulous & FUN giveaways coming up! Yes, two giveaways at the same time. Yay!
So stay tuned!
In the meantime, I don't have time to post all the Rite Aid and Walgreens deals next week. So here are the links to the previews for next week:
Walgreens
Rite Aid
Rite Aid #2
See you next week!
In the meantime....just wanted to let you know that SOON there will be not one, but TWO fabulous & FUN giveaways coming up! Yes, two giveaways at the same time. Yay!
So stay tuned!
In the meantime, I don't have time to post all the Rite Aid and Walgreens deals next week. So here are the links to the previews for next week:
Walgreens
Rite Aid
Rite Aid #2
See you next week!
Friday, April 10, 2009
Frugal Living Friday: Freezer Jam
Welcome to Frugal Living Friday! Each week I will feature a tip that can help us stretch our budget and live more frugally! If you have a tip that you want shared on Frugal Living Friday, let me know and you could become a guest blogger for a day.
I love freezer jam! Especially strawberry freezer jam. A few years ago I discovered a much easier way to make freezer jam instead of using box pectin. It's these pectin packets from Ball...no cook freezer jam pectin. I can literally make freezer jam in 15 minutes. I also love using this method because it takes less sugar. It's only 1 1/2 cups of sugar per pectin packet.
First, crush your fruit. Don't puree it, however or your jam will be runny. I like mine slightly chunky. For one packet of the freezer jam pectin, you will need 4 cups of crushed fruit. Also, you will need 1 1/2 cups of sugar and jars or containers for your jam. Notice my jars...they are recycled jars I have used over and over again for my freezer jam. I think it's a waste of money to buy those pretty jam containers in the store (unless you are giving them as gifts) so I use any empty jar I can find at home, a dressing jar, pickle jar, you name it. It's one way to be more frugal.
Then you mix your sugar and pectin together. (all these are the directions on the back of the pectin package, by the way.)
Put with your crushed fruit and stir for 3 minutes.
After stirring it will look like this. A little more runny. That's why you don't want to completely puree your fruit to begin with. Now you are ready to put the jam into your jars or containers.
After putting into the jam into the jars, let stand until jelled, for about 30 minutes. DONE! Label and put into your freezer. Easy and so yummy!
Do you have a favorite way to make freezer jam?
I love freezer jam! Especially strawberry freezer jam. A few years ago I discovered a much easier way to make freezer jam instead of using box pectin. It's these pectin packets from Ball...no cook freezer jam pectin. I can literally make freezer jam in 15 minutes. I also love using this method because it takes less sugar. It's only 1 1/2 cups of sugar per pectin packet.
First, crush your fruit. Don't puree it, however or your jam will be runny. I like mine slightly chunky. For one packet of the freezer jam pectin, you will need 4 cups of crushed fruit. Also, you will need 1 1/2 cups of sugar and jars or containers for your jam. Notice my jars...they are recycled jars I have used over and over again for my freezer jam. I think it's a waste of money to buy those pretty jam containers in the store (unless you are giving them as gifts) so I use any empty jar I can find at home, a dressing jar, pickle jar, you name it. It's one way to be more frugal.
Then you mix your sugar and pectin together. (all these are the directions on the back of the pectin package, by the way.)
Put with your crushed fruit and stir for 3 minutes.
After stirring it will look like this. A little more runny. That's why you don't want to completely puree your fruit to begin with. Now you are ready to put the jam into your jars or containers.
After putting into the jam into the jars, let stand until jelled, for about 30 minutes. DONE! Label and put into your freezer. Easy and so yummy!
Do you have a favorite way to make freezer jam?
Thursday, April 9, 2009
No coupons this weekend
Just a reminder: There will be no coupon inserts this weekend. There are never coupons in the Sunday paper on holiday weekends. Now we can all catch up on clipping the 5 inserts (or more) that we got this past weekend!Yes, we do know in advance! GO HERE to see the entire coupon schedule for 2009.
Free Precious Places DVD from Fisher Price!
Remember last year when I posted about a free Planet Heroes dvd from Fisher Price?
Now Fisher Price is offering a free dvd for girls ages 3 and up, called Precious Places! Even free shipping! Just click on the link HERE, and follow the instructions! It will come in about 2 months. You can also watch the episode online at the link before you order.
Now Fisher Price is offering a free dvd for girls ages 3 and up, called Precious Places! Even free shipping! Just click on the link HERE, and follow the instructions! It will come in about 2 months. You can also watch the episode online at the link before you order.
Offer is available only while supplies last, so order today!
Stockpiling Mistakes
Stockpiling or building a usable food storage is important for me and my family. However, in my ten years of marriage and avidly doing this, I have found there are many mistakes you don't want to make!1. Take note of certain items go on sale and plan accordingly.
In the past I have gotten really excited about great sales, only to find later on lots of what I had purchased was stale. So now I try to only buy as much as I know we will eat before the next sale hits. For example, Albertson's has a really good Quaker sale twice a year. That's when I stock up on my oatmeal. I buy enough to last us until the next sale, unless the expiration date is over a year away.
2. Only buy what you know your family will use.
It can be tempting to buy everything you see on sale, clearance, or free after rebate. But for me, I only have so much room in my house and I can only afford space for the items I know I will use. It is good to get those items for donations and charities though, I am just talking about storing them for my family. I have learned over the years certain things we just don't use so matter the price, and I leave them for others to get.
3. Try a new food item first before adding it to your stockpile.
I only made this mistake once, but I know people who do it all the time. I don't see the point in buying 20 boxes of a new kind of granola bar if we won't eat it. Buy one box on the sale, try it first, then go back for more if you like it.
4. Don't stockpile items too close to the expiration date.
Watch those expiration dates! Many times at cheap sales I have noticed in the store the expiration date is only a month away. No use buying 20 boxes to last a few months! No one likes stale food. Even deodorant and toothpaste lose their effectiveness after the expiration date. I personally stockpile items with an expiration date of at least 6 months in advance. I know approximately how much we use of everything we use so that helps.
5. Remember there is always another sale.
I have also learned not to go too crazy at sales. There will always be another sale! If you buy a ton of cereal at one sale you won't have much of a variety. Not that I don't stockpile a lot of cereal, because I do. I have just found we like variety so I try to balance it out between sales.
6. Don't let your food or other items go to waste.
Organize your stockpile or food storage. Know where everything is, and try to rotate it. My house is fairly small, but I know where every tube of toothpaste and every jar of salsa is. If you do find an item that is close to the expiration date or even past, don't throw it out! I use some canned food items at my local library to pay fines. Or donate food and hygiene items to the food bank. Many items will stay good for a small time after the expiration date, but some do go stale.
Here is agreat article I have in my file about food storage mistakes to avoid:The Seven Major Mistakes of Food Storage by Vicki Tate
What mistakes or pitfalls have you noticed that need to be avoided in food storage or stockpiling?
Free two year subscription to Shape Magazine
Rewards Gold is offering a TWO year subscription to Shape Magazine! Do a quick survey and you are set!
Click HERE to order.
(offer is already no longer available)
Click HERE to order.
(offer is already no longer available)
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Walmart Free Samples
I have mentioned before how Walmart has great free samples. They always come, and many times you can get more than one per household. Here are some of the free samples Walmart has right now:
Gillette shampoo/body wash
Metamucil
Crest Advanced Seal Whitestrips
Goodnights
Jergens Natural Glow
Super Premium Dog Food
Crest Enamel protection
Click on the link above or HERE to get your free Walmart samples!
I love getting free samples. They are perfect for 72 hour kits, emergencies, and traveling.
Don't forget to check my right sidebar for links to many more free samples. If you come across a free sample that I don't have listed, let me know about it!
Gillette shampoo/body wash
Metamucil
Crest Advanced Seal Whitestrips
Goodnights
Jergens Natural Glow
Super Premium Dog Food
Crest Enamel protection
Click on the link above or HERE to get your free Walmart samples!
I love getting free samples. They are perfect for 72 hour kits, emergencies, and traveling.
Don't forget to check my right sidebar for links to many more free samples. If you come across a free sample that I don't have listed, let me know about it!
Free Mother's Day card from Kodak
Albertson's shopping list 4/8-4/14
Pinching Your Pennies puts together a fantastic shopping list for Albertson's every week! All you have to do is print and you are ready to go! They line up all the coupons for you, tell you where you can find them (even the printable coupons) so it literally takes minutes to plan your trip.
HERE you will find the Idaho shopping list for this week.
HERE is an ad specific to Idaho! PYP is posting this weekly now in the Idaho forum. (PDF file)
HERE you will find all the current catalina offers and additional printables! This is often updated during the week as they find more so check back.
PYP has a forum for every state! You can go to your state to find the best deals in your area.
HERE you will find the Idaho shopping list for this week.
HERE is an ad specific to Idaho! PYP is posting this weekly now in the Idaho forum. (PDF file)
HERE you will find all the current catalina offers and additional printables! This is often updated during the week as they find more so check back.
PYP has a forum for every state! You can go to your state to find the best deals in your area.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Simple & Delicious coupon booklet: $10 in savings!
Sign up to get a FREE Simple & Delicious coupon booklet with $10 in coupon savings for brands such as Hunt's, Orville Redenbacher, Chef Boyardee and more. There's even a coupon for a free 24 oz bottle of Hunt's ketchup! Thanks Coupon Cravings!
This might not last long!
Quicken Online
Quicken is the #1 best=selling personal financial software helping millions of customers manage their money.
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I personally have used Quicken for 10 years to manage our personal and business finances and budget our money. We trust Quicken and I have loved using it. What is great now, is that Quicken Online is now free! See where your money is going! It just takes minutes to sign up, and you can download your financial information anytime. Try it out before you buy.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Free Olay soap at Walmart
Wal-Mart has 2-packs of Olay soap priced at $1.97. Use the $2/1 coupon from Sunday's P&G insert (April 5, 2009), to get these free!
Also, there was a $.75/1 McCormick Seasoning coupon in Sunday's insert which can be used on the McCormick Seasoning packets priced around $0.50-$1 at Wal-Mart stores to snag those cheap as well.
Thanks Money Saving Mom!
Also, there was a $.75/1 McCormick Seasoning coupon in Sunday's insert which can be used on the McCormick Seasoning packets priced around $0.50-$1 at Wal-Mart stores to snag those cheap as well.
Thanks Money Saving Mom!
Free Huggies Sample
Huggies is offering a free diaper sample of their Pure and Natural diapers for sizes newborn-2 only. Thanks Wendi!
Want more free baby stuff?
Baby Samples and freebies
Gerber & Nestle printable baby coupons
Potty Training Kit from Pampers (no longer available)
Free Johnson's Buddies Soaps
Free potty training dvd from Huggies
Want more free baby stuff?
Baby Samples and freebies
Gerber & Nestle printable baby coupons
Potty Training Kit from Pampers (no longer available)
Free Johnson's Buddies Soaps
Free potty training dvd from Huggies
$2/1 All Small and Mighty printable
Print this coupon NOW...tonight it changes to only $1/1. It's worth holding onto for an upcoming sale. Expiration date is 5/6/09.
$2/1 All Small and Mighty 3x Laundry Detergent
http://www.all-laundry.com/register/
Thanks Shelley!
$2/1 All Small and Mighty 3x Laundry Detergent
http://www.all-laundry.com/register/
Thanks Shelley!
50 free prints from Snapfish!
I have used Snapfish for years, and I love their quality! Upload your photos from your PC and have the prints delivered to your home! It can't be much easier than that! SERIOUSLY! All you pay is shipping.
Thanks
PYP for letting me know about this deal!
Bath and Body Works Freebies
Take this printable coupon to Bath & Body Works by 4/22 to get a FREE Signature Collection 3 oz Body Lotion ($5 value) with any purchase. Plus, don't forget you can still get a FREE Signature Collection Body Care item (up to $12 value) with any $10 purchase you make by 4/12. Thanks Coupon Cravings!
And, I get Bath and Body Works email promotions. got in my email a printable coupon to get a FREE Anti-Bacterial item (up to $5 value) with any $10 purchase. Expires 4/26. If you want to get their email promotions as well, sign up HERE on their website.
And, I get Bath and Body Works email promotions. got in my email a printable coupon to get a FREE Anti-Bacterial item (up to $5 value) with any $10 purchase. Expires 4/26. If you want to get their email promotions as well, sign up HERE on their website.
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Menu Plan Monday: April 6
It seems that every week something disrupts my menu plan....which isn't too big of a deal because I have so much stuff in my freezers that I can adapt. I wasn't feeling too well and was so tired one day last week (I am 33 weeks pregnant after all) so instead of sticking to my menu plan I pulled out some frozen chicken I had cooked in an Italian sauce a few months ago. I thawed it, whipped up some rice, opened a can of corn and we were good to go! The next few days here are supposed to be around 70 degrees, so we are starting up the grill! Yay!Here is this week's plan. Join Menu Plan Monday over at OrgJunkie today!
MONDAY: Turkey burgers on the grill, apples with dip & jello salad
TUESDAY: Four pasta beef bake (think I will ever make this one? sheesh) & broccoli
WEDNESDAY: Mexican Manicotti & strawberry pretzel salad
THURSDAY: Grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup
FRIDAY: Leftovers
SATURDAY: Spaghetti, homemade breadsticks & veggie
EASTER SUNDAY: Crockpot Pork Chops, Creamed Potatoes, Resurrection Rolls, salad, & Angel Food Cake roll for dessert
My Favorites
These are a few of some of my favorite topics and posts.
Freecycle
Craigslist
Food Storage
Emergency Preparedness
Organizing
Product Testing
Target Approximate Markdown Schedule
Menu Plan Monday
Digital Scrapbooking
Want to know some of my favorite things?
Pedicures
Clean sheets on my bed
Glass of cold water
Reading to my kids
Listening to music
Learning photography
Organizing
Eating dessert
Watching the Olympics
Date nights with my hubby
Crafting & decorating my house
Couponing & deals (of course!)
Craigslist
Food Storage
Emergency Preparedness
Organizing
Product Testing
Target Approximate Markdown Schedule
Menu Plan Monday
Digital Scrapbooking
Want to know some of my favorite things?
Pedicures
Clean sheets on my bed
Glass of cold water
Reading to my kids
Listening to music
Learning photography
Organizing
Eating dessert
Watching the Olympics
Date nights with my hubby
Crafting & decorating my house
Couponing & deals (of course!)
Saturday, April 4, 2009
Coupons.com
It's a new month!
Did you know that at the beginning of each month, Coupons.com (and most other printable coupon websites) reset their coupons? That means if you had previously printed your limit of 2 coupons of a coupon, you can print it twice again. There are also often brand new coupons available at the beginning of each month!
Click the coupon bar at the top of my blog to get printing great coupons!
Here are some great ones to get you going:
$1.50 Dove body wash
$2 Dry Idea
$5 Hasbro Sorry! game
$5 Hasbro Guess Who? game (these games would make great Easter gifts)
$5 Hasbro Elefun game
$15 and free shipping on Entertainment books
(keep in mind some coupons vary by location)
Did you know that at the beginning of each month, Coupons.com (and most other printable coupon websites) reset their coupons? That means if you had previously printed your limit of 2 coupons of a coupon, you can print it twice again. There are also often brand new coupons available at the beginning of each month!
Click the coupon bar at the top of my blog to get printing great coupons!
Here are some great ones to get you going:
$1.50 Dove body wash
$2 Dry Idea
$5 Hasbro Sorry! game
$5 Hasbro Guess Who? game (these games would make great Easter gifts)
$5 Hasbro Elefun game
$15 and free shipping on Entertainment books
(keep in mind some coupons vary by location)
Walgreens Preview 4/5-4/11
Here are some of the best deals at Walgreens this next week. If you come across any others, please comment and let us know what you find!
Thanks to Rachel for putting this list together!
Buy Colgate Total Advanced Toothpaste @ $3.49, Get $3.49 Register Rewards
Use $1.50/1 or $1/1 coupon from the March or April All You Magazine
Use 75¢/1 coupon from the 3/15 SS or 3/29 SS
Use $1/1 printable coupon
Pay $2.74 - $1.99 out of pocket (or with RRs from previous weeks)75¢ - $1.50
Money-maker after coupon and Register Rewards!
Buy TWO Visine A.C. @ $3.99 each, Get $3 Register Rewards (there are other participating products as well, but this is by far the best deal)
Use TWO $3/1 coupons from the 3/15 RP
Pay $1.98 out of pocket (or with RRs from previous weeks)$1.02
Money-maker after coupons and Register Rewards!
Glade Flameless Candle or Lasting Impressions - $5.99
Use $4/1 coupon from the 3/29 SS
Send in for the $2 Easy Saver Rebate #18
FREE after coupon and rebate
Oust Sanitizer - $2.99
Use $2/1 coupon from the 3/29 SS
Send in for the $1 Easy Saver Rebate #20
FREE after coupon and rebate
Hershey’s Candy - $2.50 each
Use $1.50/1 coupon from the 3/15 SS
Use $1.50/3 printable coupon
Send in for the $5 Easy Saver Rebate #25 (must buy 4!)
88¢ each after coupon and rebate
Buy TWO Reach Ultra Clean Toothbrushes or Floss @ $2.50 each, Get $2.50 Register Rewards
Use $1/1 coupon from the 2/8 RP
Use $1.50/2 coupon from the 3/15 SS
Pay $3.00 - $3.50 out of pocket (or with RRs from previous weeks)
25¢ - 50¢ each after coupon and RRs
Thanks to Rachel for putting this list together!
Buy Colgate Total Advanced Toothpaste @ $3.49, Get $3.49 Register Rewards
Use $1.50/1 or $1/1 coupon from the March or April All You Magazine
Use 75¢/1 coupon from the 3/15 SS or 3/29 SS
Use $1/1 printable coupon
Pay $2.74 - $1.99 out of pocket (or with RRs from previous weeks)75¢ - $1.50
Money-maker after coupon and Register Rewards!
Buy TWO Visine A.C. @ $3.99 each, Get $3 Register Rewards (there are other participating products as well, but this is by far the best deal)
Use TWO $3/1 coupons from the 3/15 RP
Pay $1.98 out of pocket (or with RRs from previous weeks)$1.02
Money-maker after coupons and Register Rewards!
Glade Flameless Candle or Lasting Impressions - $5.99
Use $4/1 coupon from the 3/29 SS
Send in for the $2 Easy Saver Rebate #18
FREE after coupon and rebate
Oust Sanitizer - $2.99
Use $2/1 coupon from the 3/29 SS
Send in for the $1 Easy Saver Rebate #20
FREE after coupon and rebate
Hershey’s Candy - $2.50 each
Use $1.50/1 coupon from the 3/15 SS
Use $1.50/3 printable coupon
Send in for the $5 Easy Saver Rebate #25 (must buy 4!)
88¢ each after coupon and rebate
Buy TWO Reach Ultra Clean Toothbrushes or Floss @ $2.50 each, Get $2.50 Register Rewards
Use $1/1 coupon from the 2/8 RP
Use $1.50/2 coupon from the 3/15 SS
Pay $3.00 - $3.50 out of pocket (or with RRs from previous weeks)
25¢ - 50¢ each after coupon and RRs
Friday, April 3, 2009
Save 50% at Restaurant.com!
UPDATE: Use code SEASON at checkout to get 60% off your order through April 13th!!
Enter Discount Code: FIFTY at checkout and hit apply to save an additional 50%!
Enter Discount Code: FIFTY at checkout and hit apply to save an additional 50%!
Click the banner to go to their website.
But hurry! This offer is only valid from 4/1/09 at 5:00AM PST to 4/6/09 at 11:59PM PST.
Restaurant.com is a service where you can purchase gift certificates for local restaurants in your area for a big discount! With this promotion, you can save an additional 50% off your order! You do have to spend a minimum amount at each restaurant, usually $35, so when all is said and done you end up spending around $15 for a dinner for two (depending of the current promotion). Not too bad! Just read the restrictions on the restaurant you are looking to go to.
But hurry! This offer is only valid from 4/1/09 at 5:00AM PST to 4/6/09 at 11:59PM PST.
Restaurant.com is a service where you can purchase gift certificates for local restaurants in your area for a big discount! With this promotion, you can save an additional 50% off your order! You do have to spend a minimum amount at each restaurant, usually $35, so when all is said and done you end up spending around $15 for a dinner for two (depending of the current promotion). Not too bad! Just read the restrictions on the restaurant you are looking to go to.
Free pantyhose at Walmart
In this weeks Sunday Smart Source coupon insert (3/29), there was a coupon for $1.00 off any No Nonsense product. At Walmart they have the Ultra Sheer Pantyhose for $1 each. This is the normal everyday price. Use the coupon and they are FREE.
But here is the best part! Inside the package is another $1 off coupon, that you can use for another FREE pair. This coupon is good till 09/30/09.
Thanks A Thrifty Mom for emailing me about this great deal!
But here is the best part! Inside the package is another $1 off coupon, that you can use for another FREE pair. This coupon is good till 09/30/09.
Thanks A Thrifty Mom for emailing me about this great deal!
We have a winner!
Here is our winner in the Coupon Binder giveaway!
Random Integer Generator
Here are your random numbers:
47
Timestamp: 2009-04-03 03:43:26 UTC
CONGRATS TO COMMENTER # 47, Kristine!
Kristine said...
entry #1
Looked at the system and I need it because my printables are getting out of control
March 26, 2009 9:53 AM
Thanks for entering everyone! Keep watching within the next few weeks for another AWESOME giveaway! Yippee!
Random Integer Generator
Here are your random numbers:
47
Timestamp: 2009-04-03 03:43:26 UTC
CONGRATS TO COMMENTER # 47, Kristine!
Kristine said...
entry #1
Looked at the system and I need it because my printables are getting out of control
March 26, 2009 9:53 AM
Thanks for entering everyone! Keep watching within the next few weeks for another AWESOME giveaway! Yippee!
Frugal Living Friday: Homemade Bread
Welcome to Frugal Living Friday! Each week I will feature a tip that can help us stretch our budget and live more frugally! If you have a tip that you want shared on Frugal Living Friday, let me know and you could become a guest blogger for a day.
I am not the best bread maker. I have many flops. Every time I make bread I experiment. My mom is the expert bread maker....she told me once you become good by practicing. I guess I am doing that. Why make homemade bread? It is so much healthier for you than store bought bread. Cheaper too. If you do buy the bread that IS healthy for you, then you are paying close to $4 per loaf. That is not thrifty at all.
I recently was given a wonderful bread recipe that has turned out EVERY SINGLE TIME! Just look at how the bread looks. YUM! It's nice and spongy and soft too. My kids love it. I think the secret I learned was to sponge the dough (you let it sit for a specified time...see recipe). I hadn't done that before and it makes a huge difference in how the bread turns out!
We are a whole wheat family. I only use white bread on special occasions. Most of the flour is whole wheat that I ground up in my grinder. I usually put a few cups of white flour in the bread though. Here is the recipe. Thanks Sarah for sharing the recipe with me to begin with. Enjoy!
(These are proportions for a Bosch mixer. If you have a Kitchenaid, just cut it in half and I think that would work. It makes about 4 really big loaves or 5 med-small loaves.)
14-16 c. whole wheat flour (10-12 c. unground)
2 rounded T. yeast
1/2 c. high-gluten flour
1/4 c. dough enhancer (or 2 T. lemon juice or 500 mg vit C)
6 c. very warm water
1/2 c. vegetable oil
1/2 c. honey or brown sugar (it turns out better with honey)
1 1/2 T. salt
Directions: Mill wheat so it is fresh and warm. Place 9 cups fresh flour into mixer with kneading arm. Add dry yeast, and gluten and pulse to mix. Add water and mix for 1 minute. Turn off mixer, cover, and let dough sponge for 10 minutes. (this makes the bread have a lighter texture.) Add oil, honey, lemon juice, and salt. Turn on mixer, and quickly add remaining flour, 1 cup at a time, until dough forms a mass and cleans the sides of the bowl. (I generally add a few more cups of whole wheat and then finish it off with a few cups of white flour.) Turn mixer to high and knead for 8 minutes. If kneading by hand, knead at least 12 minutes until dough is smooth and elastic.
Preheat oven to 150 during this time. Lightly oil hands and counter surface. Divide dough into equal portions. Shape into loaves and place in greased bread pans. Turn off oven. Place bread in oven, arranging pans with space between to allow heat to circulate freely. Set kitchen timer, and watch closely. Let rise until almost double in bulk, approximately 30-35 minutes. Leave bread in oven and turn heat to 350. Bake for 30-35 minutes until light golden brown. Immediately remove from pans and let cool on wire rack. Store in plastic bags in freezer to preserve nutrients in wheat.
I am not the best bread maker. I have many flops. Every time I make bread I experiment. My mom is the expert bread maker....she told me once you become good by practicing. I guess I am doing that. Why make homemade bread? It is so much healthier for you than store bought bread. Cheaper too. If you do buy the bread that IS healthy for you, then you are paying close to $4 per loaf. That is not thrifty at all.
I recently was given a wonderful bread recipe that has turned out EVERY SINGLE TIME! Just look at how the bread looks. YUM! It's nice and spongy and soft too. My kids love it. I think the secret I learned was to sponge the dough (you let it sit for a specified time...see recipe). I hadn't done that before and it makes a huge difference in how the bread turns out!
We are a whole wheat family. I only use white bread on special occasions. Most of the flour is whole wheat that I ground up in my grinder. I usually put a few cups of white flour in the bread though. Here is the recipe. Thanks Sarah for sharing the recipe with me to begin with. Enjoy!(These are proportions for a Bosch mixer. If you have a Kitchenaid, just cut it in half and I think that would work. It makes about 4 really big loaves or 5 med-small loaves.)
14-16 c. whole wheat flour (10-12 c. unground)
2 rounded T. yeast
1/2 c. high-gluten flour
1/4 c. dough enhancer (or 2 T. lemon juice or 500 mg vit C)
6 c. very warm water
1/2 c. vegetable oil
1/2 c. honey or brown sugar (it turns out better with honey)
1 1/2 T. salt
Directions: Mill wheat so it is fresh and warm. Place 9 cups fresh flour into mixer with kneading arm. Add dry yeast, and gluten and pulse to mix. Add water and mix for 1 minute. Turn off mixer, cover, and let dough sponge for 10 minutes. (this makes the bread have a lighter texture.) Add oil, honey, lemon juice, and salt. Turn on mixer, and quickly add remaining flour, 1 cup at a time, until dough forms a mass and cleans the sides of the bowl. (I generally add a few more cups of whole wheat and then finish it off with a few cups of white flour.) Turn mixer to high and knead for 8 minutes. If kneading by hand, knead at least 12 minutes until dough is smooth and elastic.
Preheat oven to 150 during this time. Lightly oil hands and counter surface. Divide dough into equal portions. Shape into loaves and place in greased bread pans. Turn off oven. Place bread in oven, arranging pans with space between to allow heat to circulate freely. Set kitchen timer, and watch closely. Let rise until almost double in bulk, approximately 30-35 minutes. Leave bread in oven and turn heat to 350. Bake for 30-35 minutes until light golden brown. Immediately remove from pans and let cool on wire rack. Store in plastic bags in freezer to preserve nutrients in wheat.
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