50% off at JoAnn’s!
If you’re thinking about creating Valentine’s gifts and cards this year instead of buying them, this is a good time to get started. (Editor’s note: well, at least if you’re a slacker like me, this is a good time to get started–if you actually want to hand them out by Arbor Day. )
There’s a couple of excellent resources that you can download for free: The E Book on “Knitting Crafts” has several patterns for really cute Sock Monkeys and other sweet little creatures. Download that here.
There’s also a “Kichen Crafts” E Book that has simple patterns and crafts you can create with your little ones, and there’s some clever ideas there for gifts that wouldn’t take too long to make. I liked the painting projects, and there’s some really cute kitchen gifties my twins are making for their teacher. Download that here.
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Sneaky inside tip: if you need some materials for the project, here’s a little help from JoAnn’s:
Print a coupon here for 50% off any one regularly-priced item at Joann’s Fabric Store. This bad boy expires this Saturday, (1.23) but it can be used online or in-store.
Thanks, Money Saving Mom!
Krispy Kreme wants to be your Valentine
Nothing says “love” like the warm, yeasty goodness of a Krispy Kreme doughnut–that is, if you can avoid eating them long enough to actually hand them over. Here’s a good idea: Buy a dozen Krispy Kreme doughnuts and you’ll receive 12 Valentine’s Cards, each have a coupon on them for a free-bee doughnut! Now, everyone’s happy!
See more details and which stores are participating here.
Thanks, Money Saving Mom!
It’s Healthy Weight Week!
It’s officially “Healthy Weight Week,” so I thought I’d throw in some free-bee sample opportunities for healthy swag like Crystal Light, Diabetes equipment, vitamins, low-calorie recipes booklets… You can sign up here, stuff starts showing up at your door!
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Improve TV Programming, Make Money Doing It!
Under One Roof is a research panel sponsored by HGTV, Food Network, and DIY Network. They’ve created a forum where they’re using your feedback for programming and show development ideas. C’mon, you fancy Hollywood type–sign up! There’s money to be made!
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Ski Snowbird–Help the Enviornment!
Hey, locals, take a look at this: Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort has a new “Red Air Days” promotion. The resort will offer a $20 discount off adult tram and chair tickets on any “red” air quality day in Salt Lake County as designated by the Utah Department of Environmental Quality. You must request the “Red Air Days” discount when purchasing tram or chairs-only tickets at Snowbird ticket offices. The promotion is not valid Feb. 12-15. Go here for more information.
Sneaky inside tip: Snowbird also has a $39 ski instruction/lift ticket/rental package this month. Go here for details about that offer. Snowbird’s justly famous for their special needs ski program. Specially-trained ski instructors work with little ones with all kinds of challenges, physical, autism, etc. with love and patience. It’s a joy to see these kids go tearing down the hill!
Thanks, One Cheap Chick!
Sneaky inside tip #2: Interested in more deals? Go to SkiUtah.com and click on “Hot Deals.”
Sneaky inside tip #3: If you have a child or young adult with special needs, the jewel of the entire special needs community is the National Ability Center. Based out of Park City, Utah, it offers everything from skiing to rock-climbing to horseback riding at ridiculously low rates, since parents of children with special needs are usually out of money after all the expenses. People fly in from all around the world for their adaptive programs. You can learn more here.
Free-Bee Crafts At Lakeshore Learning Saturday
This Saturday’s (1.23.10) free-bee craft is soooo cute–a little felt wallet! Kids can make the project from 11a-3p. You can find your closest location here.
Sneaky inside tip: we’re big fans here at That Went Well of Lakeshore Learning, so much that they sent us a lovely code for 20% off your next online purchase! Use code VMB155 at checkout.
Free-Bee Crafts at Michael’s Saturday
Your little ones can make these yarn creations–two free Make-It Take-It projects- a yarn-covered bracelet and a pencil topper. In the meantime, you can shop with this 50% off any one item coupon! (You’ll need to sign up for their newsletter.) 1-3pm, this Saturday (1.23.10)
Free-Bee Disney Blu-Ray For Your Birthday!
If you’re Disney Movie Rewards member, you get a FREE Blu-ray on your birthday! Couponing To Disney has all the details.
Hey, It’s Your Birthday!
Be sure to check our Birthday Free-Bees section as we approach your special day. There’s a pile of retailers and restaurant types who want to party with you, who knew? Hey, It’s Free! has one of the most comprehensive lists I’ve seen. Happy Birthday!
(Editor’s note: I used to deal with record label people a lot…there was one guy named Norm who’d always hawk the label’s latest release and then say, “you know, I like to give presents for yer birthday. ” Meaningful pause. “And it could be yer birthday every day!” Since that’s not how I added records to our station playlist, it was never my birthday with Norm. Of course…I’m not the one in prison right now, either.)
Important comment I wanted to share:
Crystal Warren
Jan 19, 2010 at 8:29 pm
I just wanted to comment on going to restaurants on your birthday…Just remember when you get a free meal or discount on your birthday to remember to tip your server on what the bill would be without the discount or free meal..they have to pay taxes on the gratuity (in most states) whether you tip them or not. And they do the same amount of work for a lesser bill SO BE FAIR!!!!!!!!!!
SUCH a good point! For those of us who have made their living in the restaurant business, it’s crucial. Remember that your server WILL be taxed on your tab–whether you tip or not.
Mambo Sprouts is out with a new coupon booklet!
I love feeding the twins organically as much as possible–but it’s so blasted expensive. Mambo Sprouts sends out a great coupon booklet three times a year, you can request yours here. There’s great coupons for nearly every natural food store inside.
Save up to 60% at the Company Kid’s Sale
The Company Store has lunch boxes for only $4.99 with free shipping! The “Company Kids” section has kid’s apparel for up to 60% off, like this cute boy’s barn coat, $49.00 down to $18.99.
Use code “SAVEBIG” at checkout!
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Jan 19, 2010 at 10:34 pm