Thursday, November 27, 2008

Steal-Pottery Barn Promo Code (20% Off In Store-Thanksgiving Weekend!)

Hello All-

Pottery Barn rarely dispenses coupons over 10%, so when a larger one comes out, I consider that a steal!

I have a coupon for 20% all items in store from Nov. 28-30, good for 1 time use per customer/visit (read that again...yes, you can print this multiple times, make multiple trips to the store and use it multiple times). That is a bit sketchy in the language, but that is my interpretation.

Items must be in stock, not good on special orders. IT IS GOOD ON SALE ITEMS TOO! The only exception is not good on Design Studio purchases, I think this is when they help you design a space, but I have called in to PB to see what this means exactly....

This was an emailed coupon certificate and I can send it to you! Just email me at summerhighfill@yahoo.com and I will get it over to you. The only thing I ask is that you share my blog with 3 friends. Tell them about it, send them the link or email me for some free business cards with the address. I want to spread the word about this FREE service I am offering!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

FREE-Moolatte Monday DQ

Hello All-

On Monday (all day) purchase a Moolatte drink at Dairy Queen and get one free!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

FREE-Sonic Kids Meal (Birthday Promo)

Hello All-

Sonic America's Drive In has opened in Springfield! I am so excited, my daughter and I braved the crowd and found a slot to park and had a fun lunch. She enjoyed watching the car hops zoom around on their skates.

Kids 12 and under can get a coupon for a free kids meal the week of their birthday as well as a coupon on their 1/2 birthday!

To sign up for the kids club, visit:
http://wackypack.kidsbirthdayclub.com/

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

STEAL-Gymboree Turkey Sale (West Coast-Tonight)

Hello All-

Gymboree has held in the past an incredible Thanksgiving sale! They start the sale on Thanksgiving on-line and it starts at 12:01 EST, which for those of you with fast math skills, equates to 9:01 p.m. PST, starting tonight Nov. 26. Take advantage of the time change, I use this strategy all the time!

For on-line purchases, you don't have to wait in crazy long lines and if you have been using some of my tips you won't have to! You already have scored many FREE items as well as some incredible pre-holiday sales.

Anyway, last year the site was bombarded so I would say shop early (when sale starts) if you need anything. Last year fleece separates were $8-10, plus Gymbucks, it was just an incredible deal. Consider buying for next Fall in a size up, I really wish I would have and will do that tonight! Planning ahead will save you $ as these items are in full stock now, but by the time they would hit the final clearance racks, these prices won't even get this low (for some of their loss leader styles), but you will have full range of sizing picks!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Sunday, November 23, 2008

Deal-Rite Aid Staggered Purchase Rebate

Hello All-

Rite Aid is offering a staggered $ rebate for purchases in their stores now through Dec. 24.

You just save all your receipts and you will get a dollar rebate back based on your purchase amount, starting at $5 up to $20 with $100 combined purchases.

Save your receipts and enter on the website for their rebate program....pretty easy!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Deal-

Deal-Original Roadhouse Grill Gift Card Promo

Hello All-

Right now Original Roadhouse Grill is offering $20 bonus bucks to be used Jan/Feb if you purchase $100 worth of gift cards. The gift cards can be purchased in a variety of increments totalling $100 so if you are looking for gifts or you plan to eat there, consider buying the gift cards for later use or gifts and you can score the bonus bucks!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Steal-Target $4 Pre-School Games

Hello All-

Looking for a great educational and fun idea this holiday?

Consider board games. They have proven skills that help kids of all ages learn socialization, playing by the rules and how to take turns among other skills.

Right now Target is offering over 10 games for $4 through Saturday, Nov. 29. Games include Candyland, Chutes & Ladders, Cranium Preschool games, etc.

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Saturday, November 22, 2008

Deal- 13 cent photo prints-Costco

Hello All-

Costco has just announced a new lower price on digital 4x6 prints. The new price is 13 cents each!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Steal-Banana Republic-40% Factory Store

Hello All-

Right now through Nov. 30 Banana Republic Factory Stores are offering a 40% off whole store discount!

The closest location for my Oregon readers, is the Woodburn Outlets in Woodburn, OR.

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Leapfrog-30% Discount (On-Line) + Free Ship!

Hello All-

If you own Leapfrog (Leapster, Tag, etc) products you know how great they are! If you haven't yet purchased anything from this product line it comes with my recommendation! These products are educational, high quality and have great longevity and resale appeal.

Usually various offers are run through stores selling their products, but I haven't seen a coupon this good from the on-line site in quite awhile. Right now you can get 30% off your entire purchase by using code HY8NFF in the promo field. You can also get free shipping with a purchase of $50+.

I highly recommend the Leapster learning system. This has saved me many headaches for my daughter as we have to wait places quite a bit, it gives her something fun and educational to play with during waiting periods. They are even offering some gift packs with game system and games on-line at a discount too!

Hint: consider pooling friends for an order to get to $50. This not only saves you and your friends/family $, but it also reduces the amount of materials used to ship and transport your package...it's another way to incorporate a green way of living!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Deal-Kids Eat Free Nights!

Hello All-

The new trend I am seeing is restaurants offering kids eat free nights! Different restaurants have different criteria for what this means, but most say free kids meal selection with the purchase of an adult entree and beverage.

Marie Callender's-every night of the week (not sure if you can combine with gift certificate from site (see previous post), but I will update once I try it!

El Torito's-Wed. night

Shari's-Friday & Saturday night

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

FREE-Preferred Shopping Guide (Coupons!)-Woodburn Company Stores

Hello All-

Planning a trip to Woodburn, OR Company Stores for holiday shopping?

I will mail 1 blog reader a 2008 Preferred Shopping Guide filled with all types of reusable coupons! Just email me at summerhighfill@yahoo.com and I will send it to you!

If you missed my free copy, let me tell you how to get one! If you are a AAA member, just visit member services and show your card. They will give you the card for free! If you aren't yet a member, I recommend joining. The perks outweigh the annual fee!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Deal-Breyer Horses Discounted at Wilco!

Hello All-

If you have a Breyer Brand horse fan, then get to Wilco! These horses are not discounted often.

Wilco has them 25% off through November 30.

Store location is on Olympic in Springfield, OR in the old K-Mart location.

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Steal-Marie Callender's 1/2 Price Gift Certificates!

Hello All-

Right now you can get 1/2 price gift $25 gift certificates to Marie Callender's! These cost you $12.50. You can order 2 per person total. The shipping fee is $3.75, so buying 2 would be more cost effective!

NOTE: The site is linked to your email, so you can buy 2 per email account. I tried to enter my email again to purchase and it denied me. If you have multiple email accounts (I do!), then you can purchase multiple increments of 2.

I am sure this is a limited quantity promotion, so don't delay!

Copy this link into your search engine:

http://eucu.cumulus-deals.com/index.php?index_type=home

This is an e-deals promotion offered through a local radio station. Most of the TV/Radio stations have started doing these types of promotions, so take advantage of some great savings! They also have about 12 other 1/2 price offers on this site.

Hint: If you are buying holiday pies this is a great chance to save some money! Or this would be a great gift for a teacher or other service professional you use throughout the year!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Monday, November 17, 2008

Gifting-Hostess or Surprise Guest Gifts

Hello All-

Courtesy of Real Simple (thanks!) here are 5 great ideas for gifts to have stashed away in your gift closet for last minute or unexpected guests:

1) Pillar Candles
2) Card games in tins
3) Bud Vases
4) Special Teas or Cocoas
5) Paperwhite Bulbs

Place these wrapped in your closet to pull out on your way to an event!

Happy Saving & Gifting!

Summer H.

Happening- Letter to Santa support Make A Wish Foundation!

Hello All-

Want to support a great cause? Macy's has teamed up with Make A Wish Foundation and it is super easy to support this great foundation. Simply copy the link below into your browser.

It will open up a pdf that is a blank letter to Santa stationery. Simply write a letter and take to Macy's (must stamp and address to Santa-North Pole). Look for the special Santa mailbox in store. Macy's will make a donation for every letter received!

Hint: this is a special opportunity to write your own wishes or to spend some time with a child in your life for FREE!



http://d3pnveezgteiph.cloudfront.net/macysbelieve/v20081113023213/pdfs/Letter_To_Santa_Template.pdf

Sunday, November 16, 2008

Steal- Container Store Promo (Printable Coupon + Online Savings)

Hello All-

One of my most favorite stores is the Container Store. They have awesome products for home organization! For my Oregon readers, there is a store in Bridgeport Village in Portland. For my out of area readers, please visit www.containerstore.com for a location near you!

They however, don't offer coupons very often so when one comes along (thanks to Oprah on this one), I consider it a steal!

This coupon is good in store and on-line until Wed, Nov 19.

To find this coupon, copy this information into your browser:
http://images.containerstore.com/messyHouseTour.pdf

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Deal-Toys R Us Printable 15% Coupon!

Hello All-

Thanks to www.spoofee.com, I found a 15% 1 item printable coupon at Toys R Us. You can get it by visiting this site:

http://www5.toysrus.com/images/our/tru/prom/2008fafcpn/925137.gif

(copy and paste into your browser)

Or visit www.spoofee.com and check out Sunday's Spoofee Deals for coupon link.


Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Friday, November 14, 2008

Deal- $5 off $20 Purchase-Walgreens

Hello All-

This Friday and Saturday, save $5 on your $20 purchase at Walgreens! They run these coupons every once in awhile. You can print them on-line at www.walgreens.com

Hint: If you haven't yet purchased your FREE items at Walgreens what in the world are you waiting for? Get your car down there and pick those items up and anything else in the rebate EasySaver catalog you need. Also, check out the in-store circular (or review/print coupons on-line) so you can plan ahead before you get to the store. I always work to get right at $20 using all the coupons I have (remember to combine Walgreen's store and manufacturers) for optimum savings! If you get rebates on items, you may actually end up getting PAID to walk out of there!! Yes, I said PAID for the items you purchase. Read previous blog posts for examples or sign up for my savings class in January to see some examples of how I do it!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Splurge-Sundance Catalog Christmas Items

Hello All-

I know, I know this is supposed to be a steals & deals blog, but once in awhile with all the money you save, you can afford to splurge!

One of my favorite sites on-line is www.sundancecatalog.com as they always have fun products to look at. They also usually offer a fun mix of vintage items that send my heart soaring! Last year it was a vintage Chevy truck, this year a set of vintage Santa/Reindeer. Hmmmm.....well, maybe not at $695...that would be a lot of saving, but it is fun to look at!

But seriously....they do have items you won't find anywhere else and they have a great outlet section that has affordable prices on things you might have seen earlier and liked...it's a great place to check out right after holidays/seasons as items are discounted heavily, but they tend to go quick! So check back often!

Happy Saving (Splurging!)

Summer H.

Deal-20% Discount Old Navy Sale

Hello All-

If you have an Old Navy/Gap/Banana Rep. card you can shop Old Navy on-line from Nov. 14-26 during their Stuff & Save Promo and get 20% off!

Just enter code: STUFFSAVE at check-out and use your card for the discount.

Hint: if you belong to eBates or upromise or any other kick back site, make sure and go through their link to earn your additional savings!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Organize-Kids Play Areas

Hello All-

One of the ideas that I want to start incorporating into my blog are organizational tips. I think being organized helps you save money and I was reading an article the other day, where I think it was Suze Orman was quoted as saying if you are untidy and messy you are probably in debt. If you are clean/organized you have your finances under control. (if it was someone else, my apologies).

It is true that if you are organized and know where items are in your house by following the theme "everything has a place and a place for everything", my current motto your life will certainly take on a more balanced state. As my daughter nears 4, I feel like I am finally starting to get my life back in order and in balance (so please don't stress yourself out if you are in a season of life where this just isn't possible!). I had a dear friend tell me that I was in the messy season of life and she couldn't have been more right! I try to remember that when I get stressed about messes around my home.

Anyway, with approaching holiday and Christmas gifts coming right around the corner, I would like to encourage you to spend a few Saturday mornings (or better yet when your kids aren't around if that is possible) and start sorting/organizing their play areas. Keeping the idea of everything having a place. Kids will be more apt to put things away and enjoy helping with clean up if they are able participate by seeing where things are supposed to go so that they can find them the next time they want to use them. Having some type of organization system that is kid friendly, easily accessible and organized will make your life so much easier! Also, limiting the amount of items that are current rotation can be so helpful too! Consider tucking away toys if you have storage space so that you can rotate items into circulation, kids will be excited to see things they hadn't seen in awhile!

By spending a few hours now working on organizing and purging you will be refreshed when you aren't trying to add new items to the mix come the holidays. It is also a great time to donate items to friends/families who might have a need of used items this holiday season. Also, it will give you better perspective of what your child(ren) need and what would just be overkill this holiday season.

Happy Organizing!

Summer H.

Deals- $5 Vouchers with $25 Gift Card Purchase at Local Restaurants!

Hello All-

Each year around the holidays restaurants encourage gift card purchases and they give you a kick back, so take advantage of these short running promotions.

Currently, Marie Callender's and Red Robin are both running buy $25 gift card and get a $5 voucher (usually redeemable in January for a select run date). This is a 20% kick back on a $25 purchase. These restaurants don't typically offer lots of coupons, so this is your yearly chance to stock up if you want!

Hint: If I find myself dining at these restaurants from now until the end of the year, I buy the gift card on the way in and use it for my meal. That way I have the voucher card to use later on! If you are eating there anyway, you might as well save!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Thursday, November 13, 2008

Steal/Free-Snapfish & Container Store Oprah Freebies/Discounts

Hello All-

I don't watch Oprah, but apparently she has been doing a house cleaning theme on her shows?

Anyway, click on the link below to go to another blog that will allow you to access a link to Snapfish to redeem a FREE photo book! You have to request the coupon by Friday, Nov 14 and order you book by Sunday, Nov 16. I know this is short notice, but it is a great gift or keepsake so try to take advantage of this offer!

Also, this blog has the coupon link for Container Store for 20% off!

http://newmodernluxury.ning.com/profiles/blogs/oprahs-working-her-magic-again

(HUGE Thanks to Alice, this poster for this information in a clean, concise way!)

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Steal-Gap Give & Get 30% Promotion!

Hello All-

Gap did a similar promotion to the Give & Get campaign earlier this year and they are doing it again!

You get 30% off your purchase (some exclusions, but not many) and I get to pick a charity that will get 5% off my "teams" purchases. Please note, this time it is for IN-STORE PURCHASES ONLY, but they did include OUTLETS TOO! However, no on-line this time....rats!

I can send this discount to everyone and you can forward it too! If you are reading my blog, I would consider you a friend, so email me at summerhighfill@yahoo.com and I would be happy to forward on the discount to you via e-mail. This offer runs from Nov. 13-16, so please email me quickly if you want the discount!



Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Gift Idea-Le Creuset Specials- Hartwick's (5th Street Public Market)

Hello All-

A great gift idea this holiday season is to make up some fun candy like fudge or a casserole in a baking dish (either cooked or directions/recipe on gift tag) and give the recipient the dish and the food!

Right now at Hartwick's they are offering a Le Creuset 9" baking dish for $35 and you get a 5" baking dish for free. These are both square bakers. Colors include red, blue and white (maybe more!).

I have started using this brand and am very pleased with performance. These are glazed ceramic.

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

FREE- Jell-O Cutters with Purchase! (In Store)

Hello All-

Jell-O is running a free cookie (i.e. jello jiggler cutter) with each box of 3 large or 6 small boxes of Jell-O you buy!

This is an in store promotion and the cutters are in-store ready for you to take. My checker told me to grab 2 as I had bought 6 boxes. These are for sure at the Winco in Springfield (on an end cap near frozen food), probably at other retailers too!

Hint: Since I got 2, I am going to give 1 set to my daughter's class for cutting playdough. I saw some similar ones in the classroom and the teacher told me all of her cutters have come from similar past Jell-O promotions, so she is happy to get mine! Consider donating yours to a classroom near you!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Monday, November 10, 2008

FREE/Steal- Arm & Hammer House Cleaning Product

Hello All-

Arm & Hammer has introduced a new house cleaning product (glass cleaner, multipurpose and degreaser).

You can get a bottle free after mail in rebate, by copying this link:
http://www.armandhammeressentials.com/tryit/index.html?utm_source=AHDBall&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Essentials_TMF_2008_11

You can then download the form. You have to buy the product and then mail in the rebate, but it is FREE, so take advantage of this or buy it and donate to a worthy cause!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Steal-Gymboree Jingle Deals + Thanksgiving Sale!

Hello All-

Throughout Nov/Dec. Gymboree will be offering all types of discounts. One promo they run is "Jingle Deals", these change weekly (I think) and feature loss leader pricing on popular items. These are good deals if you are in the market for items, also consider buying ahead at these prices because they won't be available at these prices again unless you are lucky to score them on a sale rack!

Hint: Gymboree will do a HUGE Thanksgiving Sale! I will update Blog for you, but since we are in West Coast...we can start shopping at 9 p.m. as sale starts Midnight Eastern. I can't remember if it starts on the day of Thanksgiving, but I believe it does making you able to shop on Wed. night before, last year the deals were OUTSTANDING! Worth waiting for!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Deal- 40% off CD's Borders

Hello All-

If you are signed up for Border's email, it is the 40% off CD sale right now, up to 3 per customer.

This is a great time to buy CD gifts if they are on your to buy list.

Hint: request items from borders.com and they will be ready for pick up in store...saves you time and me money as I am not tempted to browse!

Also, earn your Borders Bucks with every purchase. If you aren't signed up for Borders email, I recommend it. Their coupons/promos get you to about the price of amazon without having to wait!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Sunday, November 9, 2008

FREE- 1800Flowers with $10 Purchase-Example!

Hello All-

I the coupon circular in the Register Guard (Nov. 9) they have a rebate offer for $15 savings pass to 1-800-Flowers.com. You need to spend $10 on select baking products and they will send you this pass.

If you look in the Walgreen's circular this week they have Jif/Smuckers products 3/$5 and Crisco Shortening 2/$5. If you were to buy 2 jars of peanut butter and one smuckers jam and 2 shortenings you would be at $10 and could claim the $15 savings pass! This is just 1 example, you could do a numerous amount of combinations depending on your needs.

Looking further in the Walgreen's ad you will see that their are coupons for several other eligible items such as Eagle Brand condensed milk, etc. This is typical that manufacturers and stores will run promotions that line up with one another. Be a savvy consumer and look through all coupons/circulars to see where you can combine items for maximum savings.

Hint: Start thinking about your holiday baking needs and take advantage of some of these coupon offers now so that you will have a stocked pantry when it is time to bake! Homemade gifts are cheaper and more meaningful than something at the mall, so consider this idea as you plan your holiday gifts.

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Deal-Victoria's Secret, 25% 1 Item + $10 Off + Others

Hello All-

If you need anything from Victoria's Secret on-line place your order by Monday for some great deals!

Through Monday, Nov 10 they are offering 25% off 1 item. Use code 25ITEM

You can also do some coupon stacking! Regardless of order size, enter code FA810189 (if you have a VS card, for $10 off any purchase).

Also, visit www.retailmenot.com for promo codes for free shipping with $75+ purchases and some other promo offers!

VS allows you to stack up to 3 coupons and you can save some great money with these promo codes they have floating around.

My Story: just got my BFF in Arkansas a fun Pink Collegiate University of Arkansas Tee, regular price $24.50, used my 25% off coupon and my $10 off with VS card promo and am getting the shirt for $14.36 shipped.

This 25% off coupon is good on the PINK Collegiate line, fun clothes from many schools and growing so if you are looking for a fun and different idea for a gift...check out this clothing line!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Thursday, November 6, 2008

FREE- 8x10 (Walgreen's Photo)- Online + Gift Tips!

Hello All-

Through Nov. 8 at Walgreen's you can get a FREE 8x10 picture. To get this free picture, simply enter code "FREEPIC".

This offer is only good on-line. If you haven't used Walgreen's yet, I highly recommend it! They have excellent photo quality and EXCELLENT coupons that you can't find anywhere else! They offer 1 hour photo standard, so you can get your pics fast too!

Hint: If you have a great picture of a family member or friend, use this free offer to get the picture enlarged and then frame it for a wonderful gift that doesn't cost an arm and leg! Consider using a 40-50% off 1 item coupon at Michael's for a great frame at an even greater price. I do this for gifts all the time and the recipients are thrilled to have a fun personal gift they weren't expecting or maybe didn't know you had a a picture of! If you want to spend a bit more, consider shopping Pottery Barn for their great assortment of gallery frames or all the great frames they have, many are featured on-sale at times too! I can tell you how to get 10% off every purchase at Pottery Barn if you come to my savings class! (see previous blog post or watch blog for class updates!) Also, don't forget you can use photo editing tools on your own computer or at walgreens.com to change to black and white or sepia tone, crop, etc. to get the perfect picture for the matching frame!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Happening-Savings Tips Class-TBD (RSVP...NOW!)

Hello All-

Thanks for all the positive feedback on my blog and all the wonderful stories I receive telling me how the tips on saving have helped you save so much money!

It keeps me inspired to keep writing my blog to help others!

I have decided that I am going to be having a Savings Tips & Hints class sometime in January. If this is something you are interested in participating in, will you please let me know?

Once I have the date/time figured out for sure, I will post this information on my blog, but I wanted to get an idea of how many people might be interested in this type of class.

I would share specific tips and show examples of how to execute some of the savings examples from my blog as well as have several guest speakers share stories of how they have used some of my tips to save money.

This event will tentatively be held at BrushFire in Eugene, OR. Let me know if you are interested, by emailing me at summerhighfill@yahoo.com...please feel free to spread the word on this too!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Free-Elmer's Color Cutter Pen (With Purchase!)

Hello All-

Elmer's has introduced a new pen concept, called a Color Cutter. It will cut a photo and put a border around it at the same time!

I don't scrapbook (I do mostly digital scrapbooking), but it might be a fun concept for those of you who do traditional scrapbooking.

Right now you can get 1 free pen via mail when you purchase 1 in a store.

For the rebate details visit www.elmers.com/rebate


Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Free!-Did You Vote? Get Free Stuff!

Hello All-

If you have voted, take advantage of some free offers today!

Starbucks-All locations, tell the barista you voted and get a free 12 oz. brewed coffee!

Ben & Jerry's-free scoop of ice cream from 5-8 p.m. Campus location (U of O) or the less remembered location on Coburg Rd!

If you are lucky enough to live by a Krispy Kreme they are handing out free donuts too!

If you haven't voted...what in the world are you waiting for??? Get your vote in tonight by 8 p.m. in Lane County!

Happy Savings!

Summer H.

Monday, November 3, 2008

Steal-Barefoot Dreams Travel Throw (Sierra Trading Post)

Hello All-

If you are looking for steals this holiday season...look no further!

I highly suggest you visit www.sierratradingpost.com (they are an on-line outlet site) with high end brand names and brand names that you would recognize!

I just found a great deal on a Barefoot Dreams Cozy Chic travel throw. I own one of these and they are great! Item # 87950 in colors Emerald Green/Espresso and Bordeaux/Espresso.

The regular price on these is $90 and you can get it for $25.35!! To get this price sign up for the Deal Flyer email from the home page. They will email you links for special pricing, encouraging and offering customers special deals. Otherwise visit www.retailmenot.com for special promo codes!

Steal-Footloose Massage Center (Annual Gift Certificate Sale!)

Hello All-

Footloose Massage Center hosts an annual Gift Certificate sale and this year the sale will be held on Friday, December 5!

This is a once a year opportunity to score a 15% discount on gift certificates. This is a great time to stock up on gifts for people or buy your own massage certificates for 2009.

Last year they offered purchases in store, via phone or via the website. I am sure she will do this again this year, but I will update this post!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Deal-Footloose Massage Center, Twosome Room!

Hello All-

I am happy to announce that Footloose Massage Center finally expanded a full body room that accommodates 2 people!

This is a fun treat for your spouse if you are looking for a relaxing intimate outing together.

Right now, get 10% off a 2 people full body massage with service completed prior to November 30!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Deal-Website, Free Shipping Codes

Hello All-

If you are going to be doing on-line shopping ever and are struggling to find coupon codes, let me suggest a new one!

It is called www.freeshipping.org and you enter the company name and can find out if free shipping codes are available or what you might need to do to qualify for free shipping.

This is definitely a site to check before you hit submit on your next on-line order!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Sunday, November 2, 2008

Steal-Candy Clearance (Walgreen's)

Hello All-

To save money requires organization and planning ahead! I am starting to think about holiday baking and the best time to get steals on candy is post-holiday when the candy is wrapped in the specific holiday wrappers, it's a great time for deals!

At Walgreen's (and other retailers) candy that is "halloween themed" is 50% off right now. Most of the candy itself doesn't have holiday markings on it, just the bags are holiday themed and the store needs to clear merchandise for incoming seasonal merchandise.

My story: I am going to be making some cookies that have Hershey Kisses in them, I scored some bags for $1.25, normally $2.50 each! They are wrapped in Fall colors...big deal...I remove the wrappers anyway!

Discounts will continue to go up, I have seen Walgreen's in the 80% discount range..but selection will decline so best to stock up on what you need this week when selection will be best!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Deal-Entertainment Book 2009 (Walgreen's)

Hello All-

Sometimes you have to spend money to make money, a wise man told me that (my dad!) and I heed that knowledge when looking to save money.

In this case, a little spent can save you quite a bit! Normally I would recommend looking for free coupons, but sometimes you need to buy coupon books to take advantage of good deals.

Entertainment Books are a good up front investment in coupon savings. The books website will offer all types of deals in the next few months as the coupons start their life cycle (1 year) and as they get closer to expiration, various deals will come your way, but you aren't going to save any money if you don't have the book in your hands to maximize your savings the whole year!

Right now on entertainment.com you can get the book for $20 and free shipping (and that's a good option for those of you who want it sent directly to you!).

Walgreen's Special: Book is $25 normal retail. They have a $5 off coupon in the circular this week (in the Register Guard or your local store) and a $3 off coupon for a purchase over $10 at the Coburg Road store this week! Buy your book there and you can get it for $17!! A savings off $8 off retail. This is a good deal and you won't have to wait for your book to be delivered...you can start saving right away!

Don't forget this retailer has a web-based coupon program too where you can print more coupons and take advantage of new deals as they are added...this is a great bonus!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Free-Coupons from General Mills

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General Mills has introduced a somewhat elite/secret club for free coupons! All you have to do is answer a few questions and you are in! In the last few months, I have received some REALLY good coupons and information on new products. I highly recommend you join this coupon community. You can by visiting:
http://pssst.generalmills.com/join2.php

They will send you coupons for yourself and to share with friends and they are really good coupons, so sign up today!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Free Perks-Join Opinion Website!

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erewards.com is an online opinion/survey company that asks you to fill out surveys based on your profile and you can earn money to redeem for gift cards, magazines, food, etc.

This company is sometimes open and sometimes it is closed as they only have a certain # of members they use. I have noticed that the company was closed to new members, but then I got an email from macy's asking me to join. I had already joined, but I signed my husband up for an account so we could earn extra perks! So sometimes you might get an email from a company that participates/supports erewards even when they are closed for membership, sometimes you can join by invitation.

If you get an invitation, consider joining...it takes a bit of time to fill out surveys, but worth it with the free perks you get!

Hint: I have gotten $15 Borders Bucks, Free WonderTime Magazine, Free Shape Magazine, 6 Free Movie Rentals-Blockbuster, etc. just for answering some questions!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

FREE- Download CD's to your MP3 Player!

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Next time you are at the library, consider checking out the CD collections. I have discovered that I can check out kids CDs and download through iTunes to my iPod.

This is a fun way to score some new music without having to buy it and the selection is good at the library.

This should work with any mp3 player/software, so consider viewing this section next time you are the library.

Hint: my doctor mentioned downloading a language learning CD last time she visited the library...this is a great idea!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Deal- $5 Voucher with Gift Card (Marie Callenders)

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Restaurants will be working hard to get your business this holiday season...take advantage of it!

Marie Callender's is offering a $5 voucher (good for use in January, select dates) with every $25 gift card purchased.

Hint: If you are going to eat there for dinner...buy the gift card on the way in, get your voucher and use the gift card for that meal. You score the $5 easy enough. If you are going to buy pies there this holiday season, buy the gift card first, then the pies...easy $5 voucher again. Consider giving this gift card to a gift recipient, keep the voucher for yourself!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Steal-Walgreen's Mascara Offer

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You all know I speak Kudos to Walgreens for their great offers, but if you haven't checked them out yet...do this week!

I got a wonderful email from a friend today who got a great deal at Walgreens and I wanted to share it with you!

She knows my strategies, she visited Walgreens and bought 2 Almay mascaras (they are buy one get one free this week!). She then will redeem her FREE after rebate online for 1 of the mascaras...do the math, that is BOTH FREE!!! The 1 free is good in the month of November with EasySaver Rebates, but the other one you can get free this week...want to sweeten the deal?? Visit the Coburg Rd. location (just opened) on corner of Willakenzie and take the $3 coupon that is good at this location only (you have to buy $10 worth of items) and buy the mascaras there and possibly clip and use other couponed items in their circular this week for some great savings. Remember, you can use Walgreen's store coupons combined with manufacturer's coupons (from Sunday circular or your coupon organizer) to really save some great money this week!

Hint: I am noticing some trends with Walgreens that I will share with you as I see them! They bring out the EasySaver rebates a few days before the new month (Dec. EasySaver will appear around Thanksgiving) and I always ran out and bought the FREE items the first day I could, but you can only redeem 1 rebate per item per household...they seem to delay a week or two and then run the rebate items with additional coupons like the mascara offer above (I missed out on that because I already bought the mascara and entered my rebate). It might be worth waiting throughout the month to see if they run the FREE items as part of an additional promo saving you even more money!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Savings Story-Rite Aid

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Many of you ask me why I write this blog and I will start sharing fun stories I have encountered in my savings adventures!

Just last week I ran into my cousin's wife at Rite Aid and we laughed because we were both in there trying to score the FREE items. I was talking to her about it and a lady near me said..what's free? I had the opportunity to educate her on how to review the ads and how to find the free items each week at Rite Aid for the month of November. She never knew this existed. Most of us are so busy that we don't see what is right in front of us that could save us tons of money!


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Happy Saving!

Summer H.