Friday, April 24, 2009

Deal-Bath & Body Works Signature Collection Items

Hello All-

Through Sunday 4/26 Bath and Body Works is offering Buy 3 Signature Products, Get 3 Free! Combine this deal with many of the $10 off a $30 purchase coupons that you probably have in your coupon organizer, can probably snag off line or check with a friend!

The cheapest signature item is $10.50, so pick up 3 for $31.50 and get 6 signature items after coupon for $21.50!! That is a great deal. I love to tuck these away for filler items in gifts or for extra stock in my gift closet. That ends up being $3.58 an item!

They are also offering a "Free Lip Item" coupon with any purchase. Sometimes they will combine, sometimes they won't. You can usually find an item for around $1 or less in the store, so I just grab one of those to get the free lip item, these are up to a $12 limit...so this is a great deal too! If you don't have this coupon in your email, email me at summerhighfill@yahoo.com and I will send you the link!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Thursday, April 23, 2009

Find-Schwans Strawberry/Blueberry Pack, Item #735

Hello All-

I don't always recommend slightly splurge items, but this falls more into the convenience option so I wanted to pass it along.

I do buy things from Schwan's on occasion. They have a great product which is whole blueberries and diced strawberries in a 4 single serving pack, item #735. It looks very similar to what McDonald's puts in their fruit and yogurt parfaits. You can throw these into smoothies, etc.

My daughter and I made fruit and yogurt parfaits today and they were DELICIOUS! We got the vanilla yogurt at Albertson's on the 10 for 49 cents each promo, plus $1 coupon! It actually ended up being cheaper than buying a parfait at McDonald's so some savings there too!

This would be a perfect pack to take on a day trip or camping trip, super easy!

Happy Life!

Summer H.

Deal-Gymboree Coupons/Promo Codes

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Hi all bloggers! I have several sets of Gymboree coupons that I am willing to give/share with my blog readers. I have different coupons for different purchases, but you can't use them with Gymbucks (rats!), so if you want them, email me and I will get one mailed off to you!

You can email me directly at summerhighfill@yahoo.com
The only thing I ask in return is that you share my blog link with 3 friends in exchange!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Steals & Deals-Albertson's This Week!

Hello All-

Check the weekly circular for Albertson's this week! They are offering some great selections of products in various quantities of 10/$10, 4/$10, etc. and when you buy $10 worth you get $4 off, taking it to $6 for the 10 products! Plan ahead for summer activities too and get some excellent deals! If you buy any Kellogg's cereal products make sure you pick up the FREE eggs coupon on the Kellogg's cereals by the dairy area...I just happened upon this coupon and since one of the $10 discount deals includes cereal I took advantage of this!

They area also offering 2 free movie tickets with purchase of 10 Keebler/Sunshine products so that is a great savings too!

Albertson's is usually more successful than the Safe grocery store for actually having discounts print in my experience and things ringing up correctly. I recommend going childless (if possible) so you can scope out the best bargains without interruption! I had no problems with items ringing up correctly today!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Monday, April 20, 2009

Deal-Build a Bear Workshop, Seal & Free Good Housekeeping $8

Hello All-

I am always on the look out for combo deals and freebies! Here is a great one!

Right now at Build a Bear Workshop you can purchase a Good Housekeeping "Seal", a mini stuffed plush for $8 and you get a certificate to mail in for 1 year of Good Housekeeping magazine FREE! It is a very soft little white seal (bigger than the mini animals they have at the store, a perfect size for kids!).

Hint: I bought the seal for a baby gift (perfect for little babies too) and will give the magazine to one of Chaya's teachers at the end of the year. A great monthly gift!

Bonus: Costco is selling BABW gift cards for $39, value $50 so you can score additional savings this way if you want!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Sunday, April 19, 2009

Deal-Kids Eat Free, Marie Callender's Brunch

Hello All!

Those of you with kids will love this! You know how wonderful it is to get a meal off of cooking, but then you go to a restaurant and it seems to be actually more work! Once you finally get the kids food ready for consumption, yours is cold! Salad anyone?

So, great news! Marie Callender's who is offering kids eat free with adult meal and beverage purchase is including brunch in this promotion too! Adult Brunch is $14.99 and includes all types of breakfast foods, salad bar/soup bar and for those of us who are "breakfast food" fans, I might actually be a brunch convert at this one, they have lots of yummy lunch food too! Plus, dessert! Kids brunch, normally $7.99 is free when the adult buys brunch or anything off them menu! Today, I went with some friends for brunch, but ordered off the menu with a $9.29 entree and my daughter got her brunch free!

The best part was she could "snack" on a variety of foods while I got to enjoy my food warm too!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Saturday, April 18, 2009

Rave-Luxe Store Oakway (Review)

Hello All!

Here is a review of Luxe in Oakway Center, a stationery, paper, jewelry, everything boutique in Oakway Center. I had always avoided this store because the name alone made me thing ca-ching!! I couldn't have been more wrong, yes they have some pricey finds, but the selection and pricing is great for any budget or lifestyle and I highly recommend them if you are after a fun item for your home or gift.

The store is organized into easy sections to find what you are looking for an many items are under $20, so you can find anything for anybody! This is one of those great hidden gem stores that has things you don't see anywhere else around town all in one spot and the unique products are fantastic!

Check them out, fun and friendly staff and great selection!

Happy Shopping!

Summer H.

Earn $-Recyle Gadgets, New Site!

Hello All-

If you have gadgets or cell phones in your home you don't need or want visit www.gazelle.com. They buy these types of items from you (pda's, cell phones, gaming equipment, calculators, etc.)

It looks pretty easy and you might be able to pick up some $ for some unwanted items!

Happy Earning!

Summer H.

Almost Free!-Beauty Tip

Hello All-

Your spring skin may be adjusting to the weather changes, so here is an almost free (or free if you have strawberries in your house) tip for your skin thanks to Family Circle and a NY aesthetician.

Cut a strawberry in half and rub the cut side on your clean face. Wait a few minutes and rinse. The berry is loaded with alpha-hydroxy acids that help clear up blemishes and slough off dead skin cells!

Enjoy!

Summer H.

Monday, April 13, 2009

Savings Tip- Price Adjustments Retailers

Hello All-

Nothing is worse than buying an item and then seeing in on sale for MUCH cheaper than you purchased it for! I have had this happen and I am sure you have too!

I want to give you some tips to resolve/work through price adjustments!

1) Keep all your receipts! This is the #1 way to get a price adjustment.
2) If you have the merchandise you can take it to the store for the adjustment, but usually the receipt is sufficient.
3) Every store has different policies, but typically within 14 days of purchase (or less) you can get a price adjustment if an item has changed price. The store will credit you back in your original payment form. I have been known to request special treatment of a return/repurchase of an item if the savings was significant (one reason to make friends with sales associates from your favorite stores!) if I was past the adjustment period.
4) Watch store ads for special savings opportunities that might allow you an adjustment. Recently my husband bought some pillows for $11.99 and a pair of Ralph Lauren Khaki's ($29.99 on sale, down from $69.50) at Macy's. I knew that the 1 Day Sale (their monthly sale that is the best prices of that month) was 4 days after he made his purchase. I rounded up the receipts and made a trip in during the day of the sale and got the pillows down to $6.99 each (a $10 savings) and the pants had gone down to $13.99!! (a $16 savings!). I saved $26 in price adjustments, definitely worth the trip back into town! So...this brings me to the next hint! Especially for Macy's...if you know a 1 day sale is going to happen within 10 days (this is their price adjustment period) and an item is in limited supply (sale or clearance), buy it and go back for the adjustment. Sometimes items when they hit the 1 Day Sale price point go really fast so just an idea!
5) MOST stores have price adjustment policies and they are usually noted on the back of the receipt. Remember, you do have to go into the store during the posted price so keep on top of those sales!
6) This also works for many on-line e-tailers, you just have to email or call customer service and they will credit you!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Savings Tip-TV Service Providers

Hello All!

Here is a savings tip for Comcast customers! I am on one of the lower Comcast plans because I am not willing to pay a great deal for my tv service. I didn't want to upgrade to digital, but I will say that the On Demand options for free tv are great, especially for kids, so it has been worth the additional monthly fee.

My daughter has been really wanting a channel that is on an upgraded plan I am just not willing to pay for, so using my savvy negotiation skills, I figured out a way around this!

I called Comcast to see what plan this channel was on for sure, they wanted $20/month for the upgraded package. I told them I refused to pay this price since I could switch to satellite for half the price of this new package price they wanted. I then asked what "promotional pricing" they might be offering for this upgraded package. They were willing to match my current package price at the upgraded line-up for 6 months. I confirmed I didn't have an obligation to this package and can cancel at any time. I was also told to call back in 6 months and ask about any new promo pricing in an attempt to keep my current price for this package. Of course, if they won't match it, I won't keep it, but for 6 months I get a bunch of additional channels for the same price I am paying now!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Monday, April 6, 2009

Savings Tip-Educator Continuing Education

Hello All!

I know I have several teachers who read my blog, so this one is intended for them.

If you hold an Oregon Teachers License, read this post for some extreme savings!

Often you need several grad credits to renew your license (especially if you are subbing like me). However, grad credits cost a lot of money and it is hard to justify this if you aren't making a full time salary.

Lane ESD offers an option to attend seminars and earn grad credit for $55/credit! A huge savings! You need 10 hours of seat time (usually 5 seminars) to earn 1 credit and sometimes they offer a 2 credit option, this happens each term. Plan ahead and start getting your credits.

Visit the Lane ESD website or email me at summerhighfill@yahoo.com if you want more information, I will walk you through it as someone did for me!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Deal- Disney Movie Rewards (FREE!)

Hello All-

This is a repeat post, but I want to remind you of a free service Disney offers.

Visit www.disneymovierewards.com to set up your FREE account. Every time you purchase a disney movie (there is a code inside) you enter that code on the site and it allows you to save up points for cool prizes at different point levels.

Also, if you see Disney movies in theaters you can print a redemption form to send in and get points too! I always try to go to the Disney movies at the cheap seats (Cinemark) and then send in my points...I have gotten some great FREE products!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Thursday, April 2, 2009

Steals-Walgreen's April Easy Saver Rebate Catalog

Hello All-

Don't forget to pick you your copy of the April Walgreen's Easy Saver rebate catalog. This month there are several FREE after rebate items as well as some great rebates on products you probably use!

Remember to put your rebate on a Walgreen's gift card and they will add 10% of your rebate in addition to your rebate amount onto your card!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.

Steal-KeyBank & Free Garmin Nuvi!

Hello All-

I love FREE and this is a great chance to get an awesome Freebie by doing a bit of work! You can easily cross a lovely gift off your birthday or Christmas gift giving needs! I know it is only April, but I love to plan ahead and you should too...its saves a bunch of $!

If you don't currently hold a KeyBank checking account, then this offer is for you or if you are married, but don't have a joint account have your spouse sign up! When you open a checking account at KeyBank you will receive a free Garmin Nuvi once you complete a few required components (either direct deposit, online bill pay or debit card purchase). It will take you about 2 hours to set up the account and meet the requirements, it is really simple. I believe you must hold the account for 6 months to get the final pay-out (Garmin). I did this last time they were offering an apple iPod and I ended up keeping my account because I love this bank!

Happy Saving!

Summer H.