Winner! Winner! Winner!
Congratulations to Courtney J. Rich, our winner this week for the $50.00 Old Navy gift card! Courtney, please email me your complete mailing address and phone number, this is a physical card and will need to be mailed out. Enjoy!
An Insanely Good Sale at Hooked on Phonics
I love study aids for the twins…but it kills me to spend $300+ dollars on something they’ll outgrow (well, hopefully) and start all over again. Take a look at this sale over at Hooked on Phonics:
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Plus, The Cha-Ching Queen found some great discount codes:
SLICK50 – 50% off your purchase
CASH50 – 50% off entire order
FG41211 – Free Reading Rainbow DVD on orders of $50 or more
Banana Republic at 40% Off! (But wait, there’s more…)
…an additional 20% off the sale price with the code BRSALE20. Shipping is always $7.00, but free if you’ve got a Banana Republic credit card. I stopped by to shop for The Todd (men’s styles, go here) buuuut happened to notice in the women’s sale section (go here) this cute military style zip jacket, down from $90.00 to $48.99. Knock an additional 20% off, and I picked up this bad boy for $39.99!
Coupon Project, thanks for the heads-up!
25% off EVERYTHING at Michael’s!
Thrifty Northwest Mom has a great resource: a 25% off everything sale at Michael’s tomorrow (1.24) from 4p-8p. If you’re here in Utah, they’re offering the same sale today (1.23)
Lusting After That New Car?
My SUV is miles away from wheezing it’s last, so I’ve started checking online to see what’s looking hopeful. I found Reply.com–and it’s the best way to make your car salesman cry like a little girl. You can type in your zip code, indicate how far you’re willing to drive to look for a car, and it’ll narrow down all of your choices. The coolest thing? It tracks when cars go on clearance–you’ll know often before the salesmen even do. The Recession is apparently good for something…according to the tracking info, prices on even the newest models are ridiculously low. It’s a free-bee service, you can click here to get started.
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Diaper Deals–print these off before shopping this weekend.
Cover your sweetie’s little fanny with some great new coupons:
$2.50 off Huggies Pure and Natural diapers
.50 cents off Scott Moist Wipes
$2.00 off Huggies Little Movers diapers
$1.00 off any brand of Huggies
$2.00 off Lubriderm lotion (good for baby skin)
$2.00 off Aveeno Baby Care lotion
$2.00 off Similscan Pink Eye or Earache Relief
$10.00 rebate from Johnson & Johnson when you buy $30.00 in product
Sneaky inside tip: be sure to hit your back button and print these bad boys twice!
Just a thought: Maybe pick up an extra package for your local women and children’s shelter–sizes 4, 5 and 6 are always desperately needed!
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Why We’re Fundraising For Haiti
Look at this amazing little man–Kiki was buried in the rubble in Port Au Prince for seven and a half days. He’s a little skeleton, but look at that smile! There’s so much hope here… Go find some tissues before you see this CNN video. It’s going to make your day.
Free-Bee Baby Mozart Downloads!
My Zachie was so in love with Baby Einstein that I ended up buying nearly every one of them–there goes your college education, kiddo! So, it’s nice to see an affordable option:
Two free Baby Mozart downloads HERE and HERE!
Thanks, Moms By Heart!
Ski or Snowboard on the Cheap!
Hey, locals, there’s all kinds of $13.00 deals this month at all Utah ski resorts. Everyone’s trying to make it a little more affordable to come and play. Some resorts are offering $13 lessons, $13 lift tickets and $13 equipment rentals as part of the “Lucky 13″ promotion. Check out what each resort is offering here.
Thanks for the reminder, One Cheap Chick!
And another great suggestion from Jennifer: ” Another local ski/snowboard tip: if you’ve never tried to ski or snowboard before, Park City Mountain Resort has a GREAT deal for beginners called “StartNOW”: $25 which includes a special group lesson for never-ever beginners, lift ticket and rental equipment. And then you can come back 4 more times at the same price with the same deal (group lesson, lift ticket and equipment) – You can use one or all of that. (ie just come back and ski, or come back and take a lesson – whatever).”
Free-Bee Facial at Origins!
Origins is offering a little love this weekend–a free-bee Age-Erasing Mini Facial between January 21st and January 24th. After you’re done, you can choose between a free 6 week supply of Drink Up Intensive Overnight Mask OR Clear Improvement Active Charcoal Mask, (if you make a skincare purchase.) Your details are HERE . And you can find a retail location near you HERE
Thanks, Thrifty Northwest Mom!
Old Navy Weekly Clues Are Up!
Head over to Old Navy Weekly for this week’s discounts–the big ones, like the $50.00 coupon–are gone, but here’s the others:
20% off any purchase- “Click to see Kelly” -Switch Eva & Kelly (in dressing room) and then click on Kelly’s gray pants. Then find the same gray pants on top right and click on those.
15% off any purchase- Click Eva’s tan skirt
$15 off $75 – Find the $10 off $50 -click right below Eva’s bracelet and then close it out. Then click on the left dressing room door.
$10 off $50 - Click right below Eva’s bracelet (above blue circle)
$5 off $25 – “Click to see Kelly” – Switch Eva and Kelly (in dressing room) and then click on Kelly’s scarf.
Sneaky inside tip: according to Marla at my local store, the big 50% off sale from last weekend continues today, tomorrow and Sunday.
First on the scene with Old Navy every week is Thrifty Northwest Mom, thanks!
$5.00 off a Hasbro game or two..
Quick note, gamesters–Coupons.com just dropped a $5.00 coupon for Hasbro games: (1) Things, Electronic Catchphrase, Taboo, Pictionary, or Scattergories games. Sneaky inside tip: be sure to hit your back browser and print these twice per computer.
Thanks for the heads-up, One Cheap Chick!
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Get $4.00 in Cheerios Coupons!
New offer from Cheerios–sign up for their newsletter, and they’ll send you $4.00 in coupons and a free-bee box of Cheerios. (Editor’s note: well, free boxes for the first 50,000, so I feel safe in saying you’ll get one if you sign up sometime today.)
Free-Bee Skein of Yarn!
Update from Tena: their Facebook page says that they’ve stopped the giveaway due to overwhelming response. (Editor’s note: I checked in via inbox and they said they’ll start the giveaways again next week. Keep it in mind.)
Call out the Friday Night Knitting Club, there’s a free-bee to be had! Request a free-bee full-sized skein of yarn from Caron International Yarn. Become a fan of Caron Yarn on Facebook , go HERE to fill out a form to request your yarn. There are two kinds of yarn to choose from–my understanding is that they’ll pick your color. But you get to pick which type you want:
One skein of Country -A blend of 25% merino wool and 75% microdenier acrylic.
OR
One skein of Spa- A blend of 25% bamboo and 75% microdenier acrylic.
(Editor’s note: plus, you get to say the word “skein.” I made the mistake of letting my twins read this and they’re running around the house shouting “skein! Hhahahahah! Skein!” It is a funny word, admit it.)
Thanks as always to my beloved Thrifty Northwest Mom!
$15.00 off $15.00 at The Limited!
If you’re a fan of The Limited, this one’s a no-brainer: $15 off of your $15 purchase ! The coupon’s also good to save $30 off of $100 or $50 off of $150, expires February 3rd.
Thanks, Carla!
Ronald is luring you into McDonald’s!
Hey, lady! Hands off the clown! Sure, you’re thrilled about the new coupon booklet, but geez… On your next visit to McDonald’s, be sure to pick up the new Winter Celebration Coupon Booklets for $2.00. There’s 12 free food coupons, including:
- 1 Free Small McCafe Coffee Coupon
- 2 Free Hamburger Coupons
- 3 Free Small Cone Coupons
- 3 Free Apple Juice or Milk Jug Coupons
- 3 Free Apple Dippers or Small Fries Coupons
The booklet expires 3.31. Check for local participating outlets here.
Thanks, Coupon Cravings!
Coupon Roundup…
Just keep this in mind…killer deals on Huggies next week at CVS. You can pair those deals with these coupons from Coupons.com:
$2.00 off Huggies Little Movers
$2.50 off Pure and Natural diapers
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Get a free $10 off coupon for Eukanuba Pet Food.
Sign up to receive a free sample of Cream of Wheat. This offer is available to U.S. residents only, while supplies last.
Thanks, Freebie Blogger!
There’s a new Scott’s Paper Products mail-in offer available through 2/2/10:
- Buy 2 different Scott Products, Get $2 in Scott Product Coupons
- Buy 3 different Scott Products, Get $3 in Scott Product Coupons
- Buy 4 different Scott Products, Get $4 in Scott Product Coupons
Thanks, Deal Seeking Mom!
Resolution: Quit Smoking
How’s that working for you? Most people need help to successfuly quit, don’t be frustrated! NicoDerm CQ is a patch that’ll help ease you off the cravings. You can sign up here for a free-bee sample and $7.00 off your first box. Good luck!
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Get The Deals From Home Depot First!
I signed up about a year ago…you’ll find they also offer early sale prices, extra coupons and discounts for the newsletter people. Hah!See the savings first. Sign up for The Home Depot’s local ad.
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New coupons out on Coupons.com!
Here’s some yummy new options:
$1.00 off Yoplait Frozen Smoothie
$1.00 off Weight Watchers cheese
$1.00 off Truvia Natural Sweetner
$3.00 off 2 Glade fragrance candles
$1.00 off Weight Watchers sweet bakery
$5.00 off Slim Quick Appetite Control
Oh! And there’s still some Huggies diapers coupons available:
$25.00 gift card for $3.00 at Restaurant.com
Restaurant.com is offering something new: a $25.00 gift card to your favorite restaurant for only $3.00. At checkout, you’ll also get a $50.00 vacation credit with Orbitz. Sneaky inside tip: Be sure to enter the code feast at checkout and hit “apply” for the discount. Go here to take a look at the local restaurants available.
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!
BOGO free at Noodles & Company
Register with Noodles & Company and you’ll receive a coupon good for a FREE dish wyb one dish of equal or lesser value. Sneaky inside tip: Start keeping a notebook, this is another place that’ll give you a coupon good for a FREE dish on your birthday.
Thanks, Deal Seeking Mom!
Free-Bee crafts at Lowe’s this Saturday…
..your little people can build this Tic Tac Toe game at 10a this Saturday (1.23.10) at the Lowe’s free “Build and Grow” workshop. I love these for the twins because it’s always a quality wood project, and it’s freeeeee! Sign up today, these always fill up very quickly. Sneaky inside tip: if the store closest to you says “filled,” pick the next one closest and still sign up, and head to your closest one with a registration form. You’re in!
Sneak peek into your favorite restaurant recipes!
I don’t care if it’s Applebee’s or that fancy-schmancy restaurant you can afford once a year, there’s certain special dishes you would gladly sell your kidney to order. For me, it’s my filthy love of the hot artichoke and spinach dip from TGI Friday’s and the Cinnabon rolls. What if you could make them at home? This is a free-bee E Book download, peruse and enjoy!
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Free-Bee Tonsillectomy “Care Package” From Edy’s!
Update: Chrysa wrote in: “This note is on their home page: Due to overwhelming response, we are temporarily out of our Dreyer’s Fruit Bar Tonsillectomy Care Packages. They will be available again by the end of February 2010.”
I still remember actually being excited about getting a tonsillectomy because all the other third graders at Wasatch Elementary told me I’d get to eat “as much ice cream as you want! It’s great!” They didn’t have a mother who was a clinical nutritionist, who calmly told me that “the milk solids would make recovery longer.” I got cold fruit juice.
Turns out Mary Helen (or Dr. Mom, as we called her on cranky days) was correct. Cold fruit drinks and frozen fruit bars are much better for recovery. Edy’s is offering a cute “Tonsillectomy Care Package” to anyone under 18 whose undergone or is about to get their tonsils removed. There’s a coupon for 12 Edy’s fruit bars–yay!–Vitamin C, a crayon set, coloring and activity book, a keychain and rubber bracelet. Click here to get yours.
Resolution: save big time on home expenses
Welcome to Week Three of our Resolution Series, where we’re focusing on cutting your home bills down to size. (Editor’s note: thanks for all the kind comments and feedback on Weeks One and Two, I’m thrilled that so many of the budget girlies (and gents) are finding these useful!)
Phone Bills: Remember when everyone had just one number? Hahahahah! Those days are over, and for most of us, cellphones are necessity. But there’s still lots of ways to save.
1. Audit your bills: A recent study showed the average cell user could save a galactic $331.00 per year with a plan that matches up with your usage. You can check www.billshrink.com for a free cell plan comparison. Are there services you could live without? Call-forwarding, etc. Dump ‘em.
2. Make the Big Move: Magic Jack is getting rave reviews from “Good Housekeeping” for ease of service and consistency. We dropped our landline last year for Magic Jack and never regretted it. Sneaky inside tip: the latest electronics show in Vegas also rolled out a Magic Jack feature that will allow you to make calls from your cell while at home using Magic Jack for free. It’s killing the cell guys. You can try out a risk-free 30 day free-bee trial of Magic Jack here. $
3. You can download a Voice over Internet Protocol onto your home computer and call folks worldwide at no charge. Most of the word getting out of Haiti for those first terrible hours after the earthquake was all skyped. Quality isn’t great, a bit of a pain, but it’s free, baby! Sign up at www.skype.com, www.lingo.com, or www.volp.com.
Tax Bills: The average property tax bill and home valuation shot up 15% this year–even though we all know home prices have dropped like a rock. Get a local realtor to give you valuations of homes that have sold in your area, compare to your home’s valuation and appeal. 75% of appeals result in a reduction of taxes!
Refinancing: Look, make the suckiest economic period in 75 years work for you. Interest rates are galactically low. Do not agree to any up-front fees! My personal favorite? Paramount Equity Mortgage, 800.250.4000. Ask for Dustin Dunaway. He’s refinanced for us twice. I love him. I am not getting paid to recommend him here.
Reduce Your Payments: If you’re struggling with your payments, you may be eligible for a Home Affordable Refinance or Modification. It’s a federal program designed to help you. Visit the site to see if you qualify: www.makinghomeaffordable.gov.
Insurance:
1. Install safety devices: most insurers will offer 5-10% off a policy for homeowners who install deadbolts and smoke alarms.
2. Boost your deductible: We increased ours from $250 to $1,000 and it knocked 30% off our policy. The average homeowner files a claim only once every 10 years or so. Save the moola!
Cable TV: I’m not looking at you, I’m looking at me. We have nearly every premium channel there is and we excuse it because “it’s our joooob!” to be “up” on every show on the planet, since we walk about them on our radio morning show. Really? Do we need every channel?
Loyalty Means Nothing: Sorry to sound cynical, but there’s no one, from your accountant to your cable provider who won’t try to drop their rates once you get a better bid from someone else. Be brave. Present the other offer, and bargain. They won’t lower their prices voluntarily, just because you’ve been with them forever. So make them.
For The Babies…
…Heaven knows the little monkeys are expensive enough:
$2.00 off Huggies Little Movers
$2.50 off Pure and Natural diapers
$10.00 rebate check for buying $30.00 worth of Johnson & Johnson products
.50 cents off Scott or Cottonelle flushable wipes
Wheezing and Snuffling? Do It For Less…
I’m not saying it make a cold fun, but at least you get to suffer, smug in the knowledge that you’re enduring your red nose on the cheap:
$2.00 off Nature’s Bounty vitamins
$2.00 off Schiff Omega-Red fish oils
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Rite Aid Coupons
If you’ve got 10 minutes, sit through the January Video Values for Rite Aid store coupons, plus a $5/$20 Rite Aid purchase coupon. There’s also a new $5/$25 Rite Aid purchase coupon available!
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Coupons.com, hands-down my favorite for ease of navigation and big fat coupons. You'll need to download a toolbar to print. Do not fear the toolbar, it will bring you many goodies.
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Jan 19, 2010 at 10:34 pm