Free E.L.F. French Manicure Set

 If you register to receive Warner's e-newsletter, you'll receive a free E.L.F. manicure set.  What a great freebie!

Thanks, Deal Seeking Mom!

Free Arm & Hammer Baking Soda Shaker

 

Arm & Hammer is currently giving away a free baking soda shaker to the first 5500 ppl who sign up for their newsletter.  Sounds like a great deal to me....I'll definitely put one of these to use with my baby's stinky diaper container.  Click on 'Get Free Shaker' to sign up.  (Hint: When you sign up, use an alternate email account that you use only for junk mail!)

Thanks, Freebies 4 Mom!

Hobby Lobby & Boston Store Deals

A couple days ago I was at Hobby Lobby and thought I'd share my find--- they currently have an 80% off clearance on a bunch of home decor (3 aisles!)  Everything from candle holders to frames.  Great stuff!

A friend of mine also just alerted me that Boston Store currently has a bunch of clothing racks for 80% off.  Now's the time to stock up for next winter.  Enjoy!

Thanks, Cheryl!

Old Navy Weekly, Feb 25

The new coupons just got set at Old Navy Weekly today, and here's how you can get them....

$15 off $75 = First click on Amy's face (first circle on left) and then click on Kelly's face (last circle)
$10 off $50 = First click on the yellow shirt, then click on the jeans below
$5 off $25 = First click the red shirt, then click on the jeans below it, then the red shirt, and last click on the big Eva face (on right)
10% = First click on a tank, then on any jeans
15% = Click on the tank, then any jeans, then on big Amy's face

Enjoy!

Thanks, Sweet Deals 4 Moms!

Oshkosh Outlet Deals

Here are the best deals & promotions I've found at the Oshkosh outlets....

Old Navy Outlet -- Helping the Homeless (Feb 21- March 4)
Drop off your donation of new hygiene & cleaning supplies at our store and receive 10% off your merchandise purchase.  All donations will go to local shelters.

Wilson's Leather - Feb 24- March 3
Final liquidation sale-- take an extra 60% off already-clearanced merchandise, plus get an extra 20% off your total purchase.

If you are looking to get a picture of your kiddos, Sonntag Photography is running a Fun with Bunnies promotion from March 1 through April 4th.  With purchase of any portrait package, you can receive a free 5x7 photo with live bunnies.  It's right next to Carter's.  (There are no prices listed online, so I would call first to see how great of a deal it is-- 920.379.4512)

3 Free Olay Body Washes

This deal seems too good to be true, but I'm going to assume it works because the free Olay Quench lotion was good. (I received my check a couple weeks ago!)  Okay, if you do this right you can actually make some money off this one.....

Go to Target, where they currently have a deal on Olay Body Wash - receive a $5 gift card when you buy 3 bodywashes ($5.99 each).  I used a couple of $1 Olay Coupons (P&G Brandsaver) to get an extra $2 off.

Then print out a $15 rebate form from Olay, and send in your receipt with this form to receive a rebate check in the mail.

How easy is that?  In the end I have 3 free body washes that cost $1 altogether & a $5 Target gift card on top of that.  Great deal!

Thanks, Stretching a Buck!

$3.99 Photobook

 Right now you can get a free photobook from Arts Cow, & all you have to pay is $3.99 to cover shipping/handling.   Just use the coupon code 75BKSFEB10.  You have up to 8 different choices of these 30-page, 5x7 books!  The coupon expires March 24, 2010. 

Thanks, Money Saving Mom!

Free Redbox Rental

 

Use the coupon code V7J6D4V to get a free rental at your local Redbox.

Thanks, Coupon Clippin' Daddy!

Piggly Wiggly Deals, Feb. 24-March 2

This week at your local midwest Piggly Wiggly there are some really great deals going on.  Here are the best coupon match-ups & deals that I could find.....And don't forget to bring your $10/$60 coupon if you're going to Ted's Piggly Wiggly in Markesan!

Oscar Mayer Weiners = 2/$2.88
(16 oz. package - does not include beef)
Receive a $2 coupon on your next purchase
Like paying $0.44 each!

Oscar Mayer Lunchables = 3/$5
$0.75/1 Oscar Mayer Luchables printable coupon
Pay $0.91 each after coupon.

Food Club Yogurt = $0.28
W/Pig ad coupon

Kelloggs Cereals (17-25 oz.)  = 3/$8.88 w/milk
Use $1.50/2 Kelloggs cereals printable coupons
You pay 3/$7.38 = $2.46 each plus a free gallon of PW milk!!

Sun Chef Boneless Chicken Breasts = $5.99/3 lbs.
Use Pig ad coupon to pay $3.99

Bounty Paper Towels are $5.99 w/card
Use Pig ad coupon to pay $4.99
Use Feb P&G $0.25 coupon
You pay $4.25 for an 8-pack

They also have some great deals going on.....

Cheetos or Fritos = $1.88
Broccoli Crowns = $0.88
Skippy Peanut Butter = $1.68
Pepsi Products (2 Liter) = $0.88 (Limit 6)
PW White Bread (24 oz. loaf)  = $0.78
Orv's Tasty Toppings Pizza = $1.88 (Limit 6)
FC Fruit Snacks = $0.88
FC Applesauce (50 oz) = $1.98
FC pasta = $0.88

Thanks to some help from Common Sense with Money!

Free Midwest Living Subscription

If you like the magazine Midwest Living, or need to buy a gift for someone who does, now is the time to get a 1-year subscription to this magazine for free.  It's done through Mercury Magazines and there are some surveys to fill out.  I didn't personally take advantage of this deal, but my resource says it's legit.

Thanks, Coupon Cravings!

$1 Lipsmacker Coupon

Have I mentioned yet that I'm a lipgloss fanatic?  (I've also got a fetish for pens.)  The first one I ever owned was a Lipsmacker, and I remember losing it in 3rd grade when I chose to put it in my pocket while playing in the ball pit.  Not smart.  And sad.  Since then my lipgloss preferences have become more refined, but I just might use this great $1/1 Lipsmacker coupon to try a taste from the past.  Let's see....will it be bubble gum or Dr. Pepper?

Thanks, Good Deal Mama!

Free Lemonheads

I'm a sucker for candy.  I inherited my donut-loving dad's sweet tooth & my mother's love for anything lemon-flavored.  So I'm pouncing on this offer for a free sample of Tropical Chewy Lemonheads.  Maybe I'll share some with my son, and pass on the sweet tooth.....

Thanks, Common Sense with Money!

A poll.....

I'm doing a talk on frugal living soon for our MOPS group, and I thought I'd involve y'all as I'm trying to narrow the scope of my message.  Please help me out by taking the time to answer this question...

.What is the single best frugal habit or choice that you have made or continue to make in life? 

Just press "comment" below and you'll be given a space to write a short answer to this one.  Thanks so much!!

Free 6- Mth Magazine Subscription!

Okay, this freebie is one you won't want to pass up!  Focus on the Family recently started publishing a new magazine called Thriving Family- it looks like it has a bunch of great articles to help strengthen families & marriages, all from a solid biblical perspective.  I've learned so much from Dr. James Dobson's books in the past, and have wanted to see what this is about.  I am SO excited to be able to land this one for free!  They are currently running a promotion where new subscribers can get 6-month subscription to their magazine completely free with no strings attached.  (Cover price is normally $3.99 each) Land this one for yourself or someone you love!!

The magazine contains....
* inspiring, encouraging, & entertaining articles & stories
* practical advice on marriage & parenting
* helpful tools for teaching faith concepts to your children
* parenting tips for every age & stage
* timeless wisdom from trusted experts
* guides to navigating the world of entertainment


Thanks, Coupon Clippin' Daddy!

Free Quiznos Sub

I am such a Quiznos fan, and I was excited to find these coupons in my email inbox the other day.  Two coupons from Quiznos 1) Get a free sub when you buy a sub & medium drink. 2) $1 off any choose 2 combo (normally $5).  Enjoy!

50-70% off Local Gift Certificates

I just found some great sites for buying local gift certificates at 50-70% off the price!  Businesses post their gift certificates to these sites, and you can buy them at a fraction of the cost.  What a fun way to enjoy a night away, a massage, going out to eat, etc.  Going local can be cheap again!  I've got 3 sites for you....

Groupon covers many major cities in the US.  There is a new gift certificate (for each city) listed each day-- and when you buy it you have to use it THAT day.  Perfect for those of us who love spontaneity.  You can also choose to just have the new groupon emailed to you each day.  Sorry WI people, there's not much on here for us.  Milwaukee technically is on this list, but I saw no gift certificates listed right now.

 On Half Off Deals, you just put in your zip code & the deals for your area will appear.  These gift certificates are advertised at half off, but many go as far as 70% off their face value.  They will expire within a few months, so make sure to check the expiration before you purchase one.  My sweet husband has been wanting to ski all winter, but has instead worked hard on our house & saving $.  Now is a great opportunity to swipe him a gift card to the slopes at 70% off!  Nordic Mountain, here Casey comes....shhh, don't ruin his Valentine's surprise if you see him!

  

My previous purchase led me to this site- this is a Wisconsin deal site that has a bunch of gift certificates for a fraction of the cost as well.  Not all of these are listed on Half Off Deals, so it's worth checking UnBeelievable Buys as well.  Click on the clearance area to see all of the deals that are around 70% off.

Thanks, Mommy Snacks!

Children's Place Winter Clearance

I just made a quick stop at the Children's Place Outlet (Oshkosh) today, & thought I'd let y'all know that their winter clearance is still going strong right now.  There are a ton of $2.99 & $1.99 racks.  Anything from velvet Christmas dresses ($1.99) to rugby sweaters ($2.99).  I picked up a darling fall black coat for my baby girl for $1.99.  Ooh, and these mittens & matching hat for $0.99 each! 

And if you go, make sure to print this 15% off coupon to take with you!

Lacura Make-up

Is anyone else frustrated when your eye shadow is down to a few flecks of powder or your mascara wand is merely petting your eyelashes rather than applying anything....because make-up is SO expensive to replace these days?  I especially get frustrated with mascara because it dries out so quickly and has to be replaced more often.  Since motherhood, I have been known to sometimes sport the gloppy stuff that's drying out...just b/c I'm too cheap and am waiting for the next great mascara sale!  Plus, all items I use on my eyes have to be hypoallergenic, & if I go with anything else my eyes are so irritated they are pouring out tears (literally) by the end of the day in an effort to rid themselves of the make-up.  This greatly limits my options & the only mascara brands I've found to work are Clinique (expensive!), Almay, & Physician's Formula.

I am happy to say I can add a new line of super-affordable make-up to my list.  Lacura is a European line that is made out of many natural ingredients.  Their mascara was only $3.99 so I thought I'd try it.  I've been using it for a few weeks now and could not be more pleased with it.  How fun to have a natural mascara (made with beeswax) for such a great price!  I'm working on sampling their other products...I just bought their moisturizer & eye cream tonight.  I don't recommend their lip gloss, but that's a personal choice.  (I like things that taste good.  I also wouldn't recommend Chapstick...I like fruity & minty glosses.)

Okay, so where in the world can you find this stuff?  Here:

 

Yes, go to your local Aldi grocery store.  I know, I know.  That's the cheap store with the carts you pay for (it's actually just a $0.25 deposit that you get back later), have fewer choices (that's why the store is SO cheap!), and you have to bring your own bag (they were the original store that inspired us all to go green!)  I highly suggest that you find yourself a local Aldi & give it a shot, even if it's just to try out their cheap, quality make-up line.  And maybe while you're there you can try out their groceries....so much quality for such a low price.

Piggly Wiggly, Feb. 10-17

 

Crest Toothpaste:

Piggly Wiggly Ad coupon = $0.99

$0.75 Crest Coupon from P&G Insert (Feb)

$0.99-$0.75 = $0.25

Um, yeah....that's an amazing deal for a tube of toothpaste!  There's also a couple of ad coupons for milk ($1.89) & bread ($0.69).  The coupon match-ups I did weren't so hot this week, mostly because the rest of the Pig's sales didn't line up to make any super great deals.  But I hope you enjoy your cheap toothpaste.  And if you go, don't forget your $10/$60 coupon for Ted's.

Up & Up Formula Clearance

For all of you mommas who buy formula for your babies, this is a deal you won't want to miss.  I was at Target today and found that they are starting to clearance their super value section, including their Up & Up Infant Formula (Target's generic brand).  Here's the rundown....

An average 25 oz. can of Up & Up formula is normally around $11-12
The super value section had a set of two cans for $19
When clearanced at 15% off, the set of 2 cans was $16.82 = $8.41/can ($0.34/oz)

(There's also a $1/$3 Up & Up purchase coupon that can be found in various magazines these days....I think I found mine in Family Circle & Family Fun.-- That can bring the price down to $0.32/oz!)

As a comparison, the best formula that I can find at regular pricing is the Sams Club Members Mark formula, which is $0.39/oz.  So this particular Target clearance is a really great deal.  Pass it on to any moms you know!

Free Victoria's Secret Panties

Right now you can get a free panty if you join as a new member of Victoria's Secret Pink Nation.

Thanks, Coupon Cravings! 

RTownShopper

This site RTownShopper covers northeast WI & offers a great variety of hotel, restaurant and entertainment gift certificates at a fraction of the cost. Most of the prices are 50-75% of the original value. The cities covered are mostly Oshkosh, Appleton, Green Bay, & Door County. But I did find restaurants both in Green Lake & Ripon.

A couple examples....a $25 gift certificate to 680 North (Tuscumbia) in Green Lake currently costs $12.50. The Hotel Ruby Marie in Madison currently has a $120 gift certificate that costs $54.
Not bad!

$1 Culvers

This week at the Culver's in Ripon you can get your hands on some great deals.

Monday, Feb. 8 : $1 Butter Burger
Tuesday, Feb. 9 : $1 Soup & Side Salad
Wednesday, Feb 10: $1 Single Dish or Cone
Thursday, Feb 11: $1 Onion Rings
Friday, Feb 12: $1 Short Root Beer Float
Saturday, Feb. 13: $1 Shake
Sunday, Feb. 14: $1 Strawberry Shortcake

Free Banana Split

This week you can get a free banana split at Markesan State Bank (Markesan branch only) on Wednesday, Feb. 10th, from 8 am- 3 pm. I've had them in past years...they're yummy & worth the trip!

Free chocolate, coffee, & other goodies

1. Go sign up at Box Tops for Education to receive their e-newsletter, and you'll receive a free coupon booklet (filled with $10 of coupons.) There's a limited number & the offer expires 3/1-- so hurry!

2. Register here to receive a free sample of Redken Style Connection. I've liked some Redken hair products in the past, so I'm going to give this one a try.

3. Free herbal candle from Beauty Herbal Spa

4. Free scissors from Mail Finity

5. Free Godiva chocolate every month (when you sign up to be a part of Godiva rewards-- no commitment necessary!) You just bring in your card to your local Godiva store & receive your free piece of chocolate each month.

6. Free sample of Teecino caffeine-free herbal coffee

7. Free Caribou Coffee on your birthday

Thanks, Free Stuff 4 Free

10% off Menards

Since I'm spending all of my time there these days, I can't help but share that Menards is running a deal this week where you get a 10% rebate on ALL purchases made with a Big card (Menards credit card). A great, great deal...especially when you pair it with items that are already on sale!

Okay, no more boring home stuff. I know that if you're like me, you're a mom that avoids Menards at all costs. But this mom is currently spending all of my time and $ at Menards (comes with buying a foreclosure!)....so I thought I'd share this deal with anyone who's a hardy Tool Time girl. (Remember that great show from our younger years...?)

The Shoppes at Oshkosh Deals

I love the outlets in Oshkosh....and all the deals that go with them. Here are the best deals they are running now or in the near future.

Aeropostale - 3rd Annual Teens for Jeans (1/19-2/14)
- Bring in any gently worn jeans & get 25% off a new pair of jeans

Bass - Buy one, get two free on select items

Carters - $5 tees & shorts (2/2-2/10)

Jockey - 50-75% off clearance

Tommy Hilfiger - an additional 70% off men & women's clearance

Vanity Fair - free teddy bear with every $30 purchase (through 2/14)
Men's shirts = $5.87 Boys jeans = $6.87

Wilson Leather - Feb 12-15th....take an extra 70% off lowest ticket price on entire stock!

$2 Old Navy Camis

Came home this week to a great Old Navy ad in my mailbox. This week (Feb. 5-11) camis are only $2 each (usually $12.50). It also came with a $5/$25 coupon, but if you missed out on this ad, don't worry...there's something for everyone! Go here for that coupon or a $10/$50 coupon. Old Navy is doing their Kids & Baby Sale right now-- many items are $10 & under.

Walgreens, Feb. 7-13

Here are my favorite deals at Walgreens this week....

Gillette Fusion Shave Gel : $1.99
Use $1/1 coupon from P&G Feb insert
$1.99 - $1 = $0.99

Huggies Diapers : $8.99
Earn $3 Register Rewards (for next purchase)
Use $2/1 coupon
$8.99- $2 - $3 = $3.99

Kotex Liners or Tampons: 2/$6
Use $1.50/2 coupon
Earn $3 Register Rewards
$6- $1.50- $3 = $1.50 for 2 ....or $0.75 each!

Kotex Maxi Pads : 2/$6
Use $2/2 coupon
Earn $2 Register Rewards
$6-$2-$3 = $1/2....or $0.50 each

Dove Men's Body Wash: $5.99
Use $1.50 coupon from Dove's site
$5.99 Register Rewards (for your next purchase)
$5.99 - $1.50 + $5.99 RR = FREE (plus $1.50 RR profit!)
(I tried this....I really did make $1.50 off this one.)

Venus Embrace Razor System : $8.99
$4 (Register Rewards good on next purchase)
Use P&G Feb coupon for a free Olay Body Wash
$8.99 - $4 = $4.99 with free Olay Body Wash
(Did this one...walked away with a body wash that originally had been $9.)

Thanks to Coupon Cravings for helping me find more deals than I had originally found on my own!

P&G Brandsaver- February 2010

If you got your P&G (Proctor & Gamble) Brandsaver coupon ad in your newspaper this weekend, you'll notice some special deals. Here are the best coupons I see in there....

Buy 1 Olay Pro-X product, get 1 Olay Quench Body Lotion free
Buy 1 Olay Pro-X product, get 1 Secret Deodarant free
Buy 1 Venus Embrace/Venus Breeze Razor, get 1 Olay Body Wash free
B1G1 Covergirl face product
Buy 1 Herbal Essence shampoo, conditioner, or styling product, get 1 Herbal Essence styling product free
Buy 2 Vicks products, get 1 Puffs free
Buy a Swiffer starter kit, get 1 free Swiffer refill
Buy 1 Tide detergent (75 oz. or larger), get 1 free Tide Stain Release product

BOGO Buffet Meal

Right now if you sign up for the buffet eclub, you'll receive a coupon for a buy one, get one free buffet meal. You have a choice of Old Country Buffet, Ryan's, Hometown Buffet, Fire Mountain, and Country Buffet. Enjoy!

Thanks, Thrifty & Chic Mom!

$2 Method Laundry Coupon

Go to Method's site to obtain a $2 off coupon for their laundry detergent. I really enjoy using Method's other products, so I'm excited to try this one out. Maybe I'll pair it with a sale, hmm... It looks like Target has 10% off various Method products this week.- maybe laundry detergent is included!

Free Bath & Body Works Signature Item

Right now you can get a free Bath & Body Works signature item with any $10 purchase. Get the coupon! It expires 2/21/10.

Thanks, Deal Seeking Mom!