Free Card Game From Hasbro

Free Hasbro card game with the purchase of any game 9.99 and up.

http://www.coupons.com/couponweb/Offers.aspx?pid=14997&zid=iq55&nid=10&varb=cd3383&bid=alk02071802531716fa9861116

Free Febreze Warmer

Get a free Febreze warmer.  Go here to learn how.
http://www.febreze.com/en-us/pages/home.aspx?TID=4e3a33b3-322b-4f5d-8d8a-89abcf0dba1f

Free Sample of Vaseline Intensive Rescue Lotion

Free Sample of Vaseline Intensive Rescue Lotion

Johnsonville Coupon

http://coupons2.smartsource.com/smartsource/index.jsp?Link=GFLL37CVWUMDE

This post is a special gift to my daughters in Virginia.  You can find a 1.00 coupon here.

Pamper Points

This list of codes is a good start to collect points for the Pampers Gifts to Grow program.  I don't have an account, so I haven't tested them.  Even if half of them are still good, that's a lot of free points.



GTGCOUPON POINTS
CAREFORNEWBORNS
WELCOME2PAMPERS
WELCOME2VILLAGE
PUNTOSPARAMI123
JOINNOW4REWARDS
GIFTSTOGROW4MOM
2BEGINEARNING50
10PTSFREECODE4U
PAMPERS4MOMSOND
Pampersgtg10pts
GetStartedNow10
GTGWELCOME10PTS
newwipespackage
CONGRATS2NEWMOM
VMF776C7HMXXT4A
pampers4momjfm1
XK6JT33PRDRAK6W

If you are new to this program go here to sign up:

http://www.sharethevillage.com/Join.aspx?enc=l2ESKGC6ELJoKmjPvvCtyNuCgM0ASRjd1XJMj/eRhnY=

Free Yogurt

https://www.yoplait.com/get-your-free-cup


If you didn't grab the free Yoplait yougurt yet, go here for a coupon.

Target Coupons

If Target is on one of your shopping trips this week, go here for Target coupons that expire on 04/15/11.  You can stack these with a manufacturer's coupon.  Pay close attention to the register though.  Target has a habit of shorting customers when they stack coupons.  In my area we have multiple other choices for food shopping with double couponing, so I mostly avoid the hassle at Target.  If you don't have double coupons, then it's may be worth the extra attention at the register.

http://coupons.target.com/mcp/pd.cfm?encp=bw3Edh8NsU3vzmfu%2BCqxk1gE5kAdfbx6dC45DH8m6FuvNQDwYVl3xOH31DkRj79yzb%2BSNmiA400O%0D%0ABmnS5K0e6TEN9YkUiIINbQvEEUdEU%2BN3drooBr%2BApNxO9HEloNAgfUGTSoR4MLOSHj2yUfhZoXeq%0D%0A3PHEs0lS5QZMdb3OkmE%3D

Free Book Downloads

Go here for a few free book downloads for your reader or computer.

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_0_27?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=free+kindle+downloads+books&sprefix=free+kindle+downloads+books

Free Music Downloads

Amazon has quite a few Valentine music downloads for free.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html?ie=UTF8&ref_=tsm_1_tw_dmfrvdplst_20110202&docId=1000655351




More downloads here:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004LPLMP2?ie=UTF8&tag=myfrugadve-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B004LPLMP2

I found only one to be inappropriate.  That would be the second one titled "Valentine".  Rather gruesome to me.

Great Clothes for the Kiddos

This outfit is just too cute!  You can find it at zulily for 18.99.



You can find this sunny outfit for 14.99.


I have ordered from this site before.  It's user friendly and the clothes are soft and well made.  If you feel generous today, using this link will credit my account when you place an order.

http://www.zulily.com/invite/lduttinger371


If you prefer not to use my link:
http://www.zulily.com/index.php/catalog/category/view/id/1885/







ebates has 2.5% cash back

Restaurant.com

Restaurant.com has a 25.00 GC for 3.00.  Use code:  HEART at checkout.

http://www.restaurant.com/consumer-promotion/lp_2.asp?prti=3801&raid=4983&j=14914980&e=radqueen1@msn.com&l=888777_HTML&u=177390957&mid=77657&jb=3093&rpid=3801&ListID=888777

20% Off Penney's

Take this coupon to any Penney store for 20% off your purchase.  Use code:  4COMRADS for online purchases.  Sale ends today.

http://f.chtah.com/i/2/95827765/012711_nonblended_facebook.html

ebates has 3% cash back

Old Navy, Online and in Stores

Old Navy has 30% off adult purchases today only.  Use code:  ONBIG30 at checkout.  It looks like the special is in stores as well.

http://www.oldnavy.com/


Go here for a 25% off of a single purchase coupon In Store Only.  It's good until 02/17

http://oldnavyprd.vo.llnwd.net/o43/index.html

Old navy lets you stack coupons. (use more than one)

ebates has 2% cash back

2.99 Quizno's Sub

 You can get a Prime Rib sub for 2.99 from Quizno's by signing up for their club.  We don't have a Quizno's so I didn't sign up to find out what size the sub is.

http://quiznosqclub.com/?imm_cid=9G-9V&imm_mid=5700:3661&imm_kwd=&flow=reg&imm_hid=776020829&c1=5700:3661&c2=&c3=

BOGO Ice Cream Cone

BOGO ice cream cone at Baskin Robbins this month.


http://www.freesnatcher.com/bogo-free-baskin-robbins-printable-coupons/

Dryel 3.00 Coupon

You can find a 3.00 off a Dryel kit here.  This is the kit I used on my work clothes before I retired.


http://dryel.com/

Juno Baby Free CD

If you are a new Juno Baby account on twitter you can get a free CD with music for the kiddos.  I got one of these for my grandson for Christmas.   Hopefully he likes it. (He's 7 months old)  I'm not familiar with twitter, but the directions are posted at this site.



http://twitter.com/junobaby#

Super Mario Wii

Amazon has Super Mario Bros Wii for 34.98 this weekend.  That's a 10.00 savings.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002BRZ9G0?ie=UTF8&tag=freesnat-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002BRZ9G0

EveryDay for 4.49 a Year

 

You can get one to four years of Rachael's new magazine for 4.49 a year.  Use code: 4294 at the checkout.

 http://www.discountmags.com/product/4632/everyday-with-rachael-ray?a=hawksrnm1

Sweets for Your Sweetie

1.50 off on one Fun Size Valentine Exchange from Nestle.






.75 coupon for Gheradelli Luxe.  These are devine!

http://www.coupons.com/couponweb/Offers.aspx?pid=14997&zid=iq55&nid=10&varb=cd3383&bid=alk02060902449fd4bd9d71116

Egg Coupon

Land O Lake eggs has a coupon for .75 on one.  I used zip code 90210.

http://www.coupons.com/couponweb/Offers.aspx?pid=14997&zid=iq55&nid=10&varb=cd3383&bid=alk02060902449fd4bd9d71116

Free Yoplait

You can grab a free Yoplait yogurt here:

http://www.facebook.com/Yoplait

Guest Post, Elise M. Griffin Shopaholic Musings

Reader Elise sent this essay our way hoping that the personal information she shares with us can be helpful. It's a quick read and has some thought provoking points. 



Recovering shopaholics know that the better you feel about yourself and your life, the less tempted you are to spend. We understand that when we’re feeling “worthless”, we’re more likely to buy things just to feel better about ourselves… and yes, I am a recovering shopaholic. I used to joke that it’s genetic; my mom is the original shop until you drop or the money makes you stop, and has been known to shop all the way to Alaska and back, through parts of Europe and more. She’s a bargain shopper who taught me the appeal of an additional 50% off clearance. Sometimes I’m very grateful for that. Other times it’s gotten me into trouble. I’m hard pressed to pass up a “smoking deal”, so now often avoid brick & mortar stores. Of course, there’s always Internet buying or home shopping channels, but I’ve developed some techniques (okay, more like games I play with myself) to control impulse buying through those venues.




If you’re not a shopaholic and have never been a shopaholic-in-training, you might not understand a friend who, after a seriously bad day, buys herself a new outfit, a cute pair of shoes, a designer purse or all three. Especially when you know her budget is tight. Your friend might not understand that a little at home spa treatment or primping, putting on an outfit she already has that makes her feel like a million bucks, and putting on a few accessories that are favorites could dull the urge to buy something (or many things) new. She might not realize that journaling, calling a friend… better yet, getting together with a friend for a cup of coffee… or just changing her routine can go a long way towards feeling better about herself. No expense necessary.



Instead, shopping becomes a cycle. Shopping feels good. Momentarily. And if you’re doing Internet buying or ordering from televised shopping channels, once those deliveries begin arriving it’s a little like Christmas. That is, until the bills come in. Then guilt arrives. With guilt comes more bad feelings, which lead to a greater sense of worthlessness, and so… here comes another shopping spree. It doesn’t matter if you’re spending a lot or a little; a shopaholic can go crazy at thrift stores, too. It boils down to why you feel the need to splurge. Don’t get me wrong, a little splurge now and again is both good and healthy. It’s the never-ending cycle that’s unhealthy. When your closets can no longer hold any additional items and your living room looks a little like a UPS truck exploded in it? Well, that’s a pretty good indicator that it might be time to focus a little time and attention on a better self-image and taking a harder look all there is in life to be grateful for, instead of just the problems. It’s something I now do on a regular basis.



Gratitude, positive thinking, and taking a little time for some free or low cost pampering can go a long way towards a happier, healthier you… and a healthier, happier bank account! Which is worth a lot more than a new purse if you already have a half dozen or so.

Free Planter's Almond's

Head over to Facebook to get a free sample of Planter's Almonds.


http://www.allyou.com/coupons-deals/daily-free-samples-00411000069695/planters-almonds-free-sample-00411000071315/

Children's Place

There's a 15% off coupon for the Children's Place that is good until March 17, 2011.  The coupon is for in store use only.


http://www.childrensplace.com/www/b/TCP/emailj/US-15OFF-020311_2.html

Denny's Free Pancakes

If you're in the mood for a stack of pancakes, you can print this coupon for a free stack with any purchase when you visit Denny's.
http://dennyssocial.com/mixmatch/coupon/

Pampers Gifts to Grow

My daughter just signed up for the Pampers Gifts to Grow program.  It looks like if you rack up points they can be turned in for gifts and GCs.

Use this code when you sign up and get an extra 10 free points.
XK6JT33PRDRAK6W
http://www.pampers.com/en_US/home/

Free at Staples

http://akimages.crossmediaservices.com/listingimages/Retailers/Staples/event_images/175x175_060131_New_Site/2_4_Suppy_Coupons.pdf


Go here to find a coupon for free sticky notes,  There's other Q's on this site too.  The free notes coupon is good for today only.

Thomas the Train

Thomas the Train Sea Vehicle Pack is on amazon.com for 3.99 today.  It was 2.99 yesterday, so if you're thinking about this item as a nice gift for your kiddos, you should probably go for it soon.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0046C3WB2?ie=UTF8&tag=freesnat-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0046C3WB2

Zyrtec Q 6.00/2

6.00/2 Q for Zyrtec, Pepcid, Motrin, Motrin PM, Precise is here.  The Zyrtec is part of the RA Allergy program.  (http://www.riteaid.com/)

http://www.freeflys.com/free-coupons.php?coupons=g

Vlasic Coupon

.55/1 coupon for Vlasic relish is here.  I used zip code 23322.

http://www.freeflys.com/free-coupons.php?coupons=g

Free Sample of Emergen-C vitamin drink mix

Free Sample of Emergen-C vitamin drink mix

The Buying Gold Hype

I found a new site today that looks promising.  I checked out the basics on buying and keeping gold.  There are some interesting facts in the 4 short videos that cover this topic.  i think you may find that things are not always what they appear to be when you watch the videos.


http://www.monkeysee.com/play/19130-gold-investing-the-truth-about-investing-in-gold

Price Chopper, Thursday Coupons

You can go here for PC Thursday coupons:
http://www.pricechopper.com/

This week there are three coupons.  1.00 Q/ Jimbo peanuts, Tyson Chicken Tenders/ 2/3.00, and Buy 2 Tostitos @ 2/6.00 and Get Tostito Salsa free.

Stay Healthy with Girlfriends

   A bit of wisdom from reader Helen.



 They Teach It at Stanford 


            "I just finished taking an evening class at Stanford. The last lecture was on the mind-body connection - the relationship between stress and disease. The speaker (head of psychiatry at Stanford) said, among other things, that one of the best things that a man could do for his health is to be married to a woman whereas for a woman, one of the best things she could do for her health was to nurture her relationships with her girlfriends.

            At first everyone laughed, but he was serious.

            Women connect with each other differently and provide support systems that help each other to deal with stress and difficult life experiences. Physically this quality “girlfriend time" helps us to create more serotonin - a neurotransmitter that helps combat depression and can create a general feeling of well being. Women share feelings whereas men often form relationships around activities. They rarely sit down with a buddy and talk about how they feel about certain things or how their personal lives are going. Jobs? Yes. Sports? Yes. Cars? Yes. Fishing, hunting, golf?

        Yes. But their feelings? Rarely.

        Women do it all of the time. We share from our souls with our sisters/mothers, and evidently that is very good for our health He said that spending time with a friend is just as important to our general health as jogging or working out at a gym.

        There's a tendency to think that when we are "exercising" we are doing something good for our bodies, but when we are hanging out with friends, we are wasting our time and should be more productively engaged—not true. In fact, he said that failure to create and maintain quality personal relationships with other humans is as dangerous to our physical health as smoking!

       So every time you hang out to schmooze with a gal pal, just pat yourself on the back and congratulate yourself for doing something good for your health! We are indeed very, very lucky. Sooooo let's toast to our friendship with our girlfriends. Evidently it's very good for our health."

Next Week at Walgreen's

Here's the ad for next week at Walgreen's.  I know they offer some good deals, but be careful with this company.  Many women have stopped looking for deals here because the rules are ever changing and seem to be different at each location, every week.

http://walgreens.shoplocal.com/walgreenssneakpeek/Default.aspx?action=entry&pretailerid=-99389&siteid=1224&adref=weeklyemail&stop_mobi=yes&ec=hncx2153_sneakpeekbutton&storeID=2565004

Welch's 2.00 Q

You can find a 2.00 Q for Welch's juice here:
http://www.welchsfamilyvinetool.com/fhh-web/home.action

They ask for a heart history, but I don't fill these questionairre's in with actual facts.

Stouffer's Entree 1.00 Q

Go here for 1.00/1 coupon for any Stouffer's entree.  I used 90210 zip code.


http://www.coupons.com/couponweb/Offers.aspx?pid=14997&zid=iq55&nid=10&varb=cd3383&bid=alk0204050245d0e3b21671113

Free Gardening Kit for the Kiddos

You can get a free kid's gardening kit from Annie's with mail in form and a purchase.
http://www.annies.com/root

Summer Sale at 6PM.com



8.75
















It's time to dream about summer weather and the freedom of sandals and flip flops.  6PM.com is offering multiple styles of Sketcher sandals at 75% off.  It's a good way to start building frugal wardrobes for summer.

http://www.6pm.com/skechers-shoes~c

Car and Driver Subscription

This is a great birthday gift for a car lover.  Use code: 4362 at checkout to get a year's subscription for 3.99.  It looks like you can order up to 4 years' at this price.
http://www.discountmags.com/product/4430/car-and-driver/?a=hawksrnm1

RA Video Values

There's a potential 150.00 pay out with RA video values this month.  You can access the program at http://www.riteaid.com/.

Kebbler Coupons

You can find some coupons here:

http://bricks.coupons.com/Start.asp?tqnm=ybcrbqu48536941&bt=vi&o=82742&c=KG&p=TsnxYNfd

Home Improvement Classes

The Home Depot has free home improvement classes scheduled every Saturday in February.  To check it out go here:

 http://www.homeimproverclub.com/workshops.aspx?Type=3&cm_sp=BathRenewRedo-_-workshops

Special K Coupon

You can find a 1.00 coupon on Multi Grain Special K here:


http://bricks.coupons.com/Start.asp?tqnm=ybcnafs4056426&bt=vi&o=81507&c=SK&p=bOHcPrEW

Free Yougurt

A free cup of yogurt is available for your enjoyment.
http://www.allyou.com/coupons-deals/daily-free-samples-00411000069695/yoplait-yogurt-sample-00411000071236/?xid=freesamples-020211

A Frugal Christmas Starts Now

Let's talk about children's gifts.  Setting up a scenario for Christmas this year let's say there is one toddler in your home (2-3 years old).   The 2 posts before this one have ideas for frugal gifts.  They are good items that are well made.  And, they're new items available at reputable retailers.

Gifts for your toddler include:
1.  V Tech Helicopter, 9.99 (.99 shipping) Kohl's
2.   2  3 packs of Diego undies, 6.40 (.99) Kohl's
3.   Melissa and Doug tool set, 7.49 Amazon
4.   Webkinz Monkey, 12.51 Amazon
5.   Melissa and Doug geometric block set, 13.49 Amazon

No shipping on the last 3 items because the total is over 25.00 on amazon.

The total for your toddler for Christmas gifts is 51.86 for 5 gifts.  I would throw in some play clay, large crayons and a couple of small cars.  All on sale and national brands is my choice .  A big orange and a ball stuffed in a stocking with a sweet treat or two is also a good addition.  So let's add 20.00 to the total.

Grand total:  71.86 plus tax takes care of Christmas for your toddler.


This is easy to save for. Putting away 10.00 a month for 7 months will take care of your toddler's gifts.  If you could put away 10.00 a week for all of the gifts you need to buy, then you have a budget of 440.00 (11 months) for gift giving at Christmas.  There's time to search out sales and there's no debt or stress.  One side benefit is there's lots of fun enjoying family and friends.

Amazon Toys

I was looking for this item for my grandson at Christmas, but couldn't find it.  Amazon has it for 7.47 today.  Great for developing coordination in a busy toddler.

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_sc_0_16?url=search-alias%3Dtoys-and-games&field-keywords=melissa+and+doug&sprefix=melissa+and+doug#/ref=sr_pg_3?rh=n%3A165793011%2Ck%3Amelissa+and+doug&page=3&keywords=melissa+and+doug&ie=UTF8&qid=1296662128








Say hi to this sweet little guy (girl)  This Webkinz is the smaller version and can easily become the night time cuddle 'bunny'.  Amazon has it for 12.51.

http://www.amazon.com/Toys-Savings-Event/b/ref=br_lf_m_668401011_pglink_next?ie=UTF8&plgroup=1&node=668401011&plpage=6



Melissa and Doug understand child development.  This stacking block set is 13.49 at amazon.com today.


http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_sc_0_16?url=search-alias%3Dtoys-and-games&field-keywords=melissa+and+doug&sprefix=melissa+and+doug

You'll see lots of other toys from M and D when you use the address above.

Kohl's Sale

This V Tech learning toy is available at Kohl's (online) for 9.99.  Kohl's cash is avaialable this week to use next week.  10.00/50.00  There is .99 shipping.  This would make a great birthday or Christmas gift.  (24.99 original)

http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/clearance/kids1/toys.jsp?bmForm=guided_nav_search&SubcatFolderID=2534374752658796


ebates has 2% shipping



A 3 pack of Diego toddler boys undies is 3.20.  (8.00 original)




Jumping Bean infant onsies are on sale for 4.00 each. (10.00 original)

Original cost of these three items is 42.99
Sale prices are a total of 17.19
If my calculations are right, that's a savings of just over 73%.  Add in the ebates cash back and the total drops to 16.67.

60% Off at The Loft

The Loft has this soft top on sale for 16.99, 60% off, final price 6.79.  Sizes are limited to xs and xl.  You you go to this address to check it out:
http://www.anntaylorloft.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=33077&viewAll=true&Ns=SALE_SEQUENCE_NO&categoryId=3364&Nr=AND%28CAT_SALE_FLAG:Y%29&N=1200042&cid=E0003489&gridSize=sm&showAll=true&defaultColor=Fresh Navy&defaultSizeType=Regular



This top is 24.99, but after the 60% off the price drops to 9.99.


http://www.anntaylorloft.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=28310&viewAll=true&Ns=SALE_SEQUENCE_NO&categoryId=3364&Nr=AND%28CAT_SALE_FLAG:Y%29&N=1200042&cid=E0003489&gridSize=sm&showAll=true&defaultColor=Black&defaultSizeType=Regular


ebates has 3% cash back

Power Outage?

I am in the storm area.  Chances are high that  our power will be out for a while.  I wish you all to stay safe.

9.00 Shorts and Top

Garnet Hill has added new items to their 10.00 and under category.  These shorts sell for 9.00 and have 5 stars from reader reviews.




This top also is on sale for 9.00.  You may want to read the reviews before you buy, as this item has 3 stars.


http://www.garnethill.com/sale-clearance/-10-under/

Free Origins

For a free sample of Origins go to:
http://www.facebook.com/Origins?v=app_7146470109

and 'like'.

Candle College

I'm reviewing a new (to me) product.  As soon as I receive it and get an opportunity to use it, I'll let you know my thoughts.  During a conversation with the customer service rep at Colonial Candles she revealed some frugal information about candles.

1. The cooler the environment, the longer the candle will burn.  So if your thermostat is set at 65 a candle will last longer than a setting of 70.

2.  The darker the color of the candle, the longer it will burn.

3.  A candle should burn for a minimum of 3 hours at a time. 

Following these steps will enhance your experience and help stretch your dollars.

Yankee Candle

Yankee candle has Free shipping on 40.00. (save 5.00)  with code:  XF11216C.  This pear candle is on sale for 9.99.  The large jar candles burn from 100 - 150 hours.  The new scents are on sale, Buy one Get 1/2 off.  Use code:  XF907W1 for 10.00 off a 25.00 purchase.

http://www.yankeecandle.com/cgi-bin/ycbvp/product_detail.jsp?oid=7838456

Girl's Trendy Cuddle Up

JC Penney is still having a clearance sale.  I found this trendy cuddle up for 9.99.  Makes a nice birthday gift or statshed away for next Christmas.

http://www2.jcpenney.com/jcp/XGN.aspx?N=4294944191&CatSel=4294944191--80%25+off+or+more&DeptID=73298&PCatID=73298&CatID=73835&CatTyp=RLE&Dep=CLEARANCe&Pcat=CLEARANCe&Cat=bedding&SO=0&PSO=0&cmAMS_T=XGN3&cmAMS_C=SUBCAT&cmAMS_Z=XGN3ABOVEPAGINATION&CmCatId=73298

73835
 
If the link doesn't work, copy and paste it in your browser.

Shipping / return is free site to store.

ebates has 3% cash back

Pappa John's

http://www.facebook.com/papajohns

If you go here and sign up for the rewards program, Papa will provide a free pizza if the Super Bowl goes into overtime.

Free Fish Food

If your fish are hungry you can go here for a free sample of Auqadine Fresh Water fish food.

http://aquadine.com/freesample.php