If you’re running low on dishwasher detergent, here is a fantastic price on Cascade Action Pacs!

Amazon has Cascade ActionPacs Dishwasher Detergent, Fresh Scent, 85-Count for just $14.16 with FREE shipping when you clip the $.50 eCoupon and choose Subscribe & Save.

Of course, when you have five active subscriptions in a month, your savings will be bumped up to as much as 20% from 5%. (20% for those of us with Amazon Prime/Mom membership, 15% for everyone else.)

So when you hit that magic FIVE number, you’ll only pay only $11.87 – or $.14 per tab.

The Kirkland brand tabs are $.20 each, so this is definitely a great deal.

If you’re looking for another order or two to bump you up to five total, check out this list of Subscribe & Save deals for under $3.

All subscription orders ship for free and you can cancel your subscription anytime after your order ships. Read my Subscribe & Save tutorial if you need more information.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Thanks, Maven of Savin.

Woohoo! Are you interested in losing weight, increasing your activity, and having optimum sleep?

The Fitbit One Wireless Activity Plus Sleep Tracker has consistently excellent reviews (my husband’s cardiologist even recommends it!) and has just dropped down to its historic low price on Amazon of $81.24, with FREE shipping. Be sure to select the Burgundy color to get this deal.

• Tracks steps, distance, calories burned and stairs climbed
• Monitor how long and how well you sleep
• Wakes you (and not your partner) with a silent alarm
• Syncs automatically to your computer or select smartphones and tablets via Bluetooth 4.0
• Set goals, view progress and earn badges

My friends with the FitBit rave about it. Do you have one yet?

I have had my eyes on this for months – and I’m finally going to pull the trigger. (Good thing about waiting for the right price is you have time to save!) Can’t wait to try it out!

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Amazon has a new $3 off Pantene coupon, which will make for some nice deals on either:

PANTENE Aqua Light Weightless Nourishment Shampoo, 12.6 Fluid Ounce (Pack of 2)

or

PANTENE Aqua Light Weightless Nourishment Conditioner, 12.6 Fluid Ounce (Pack of 2)

I was super pleased to see that both are paraben-free, dye-free and silicon-free.

Both will be just $2.55 when you clip the $3 off coupon and check out via Subscribe & Save with 5 active subscriptions in this month.

Note, must be logged into your account to see the coupon – and for some reason, you can’t see it from a phone, even if you are logged in.

If you’re looking for another order or two to bump you up to five total, check out this list of Subscribe & Save deals for under $3.

“Add-On” items don’t ship until you have $25 worth of items in your cart — but that doesn’t apply when you check out via Subscribe & Save.

All subscription orders ship for free and you can cancel your subscription anytime after your order ships. Read my Subscribe & Save tutorial if you need more information.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Looking for a new camera bag?

Here’s a steal on one!

Amazon has the Case Logic DCB-304 Compact System/Hybrid Camera Case (Black) marked down to only $8.36, regularly $19.99.

Shipping is free with your Amazon Prime account – or when you spend $25+ with Super Saver Shipping.

I love the compact size on this one – my SLR camera bag is way bulkier.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Many of you have emailed it to me – thank you.

It has also been widely shared on Facebook, so most of you have probably already seen it.

It was written in a most thoughtful way by Elizabeth Mandel. I appreciated her humility, her self-awareness and her holistic approach to this very difficult question.

Some of you may have read it and thought, “Meh, those aren’t questions I struggle with. I know the price is ‘worth it’.”

Perhaps the egalitarian/progressive lifestyle piece turned you off. Or maybe the article just didn’t resonate.

Truthfully, it didn’t fully resonate with me – largely, perhaps, because we have decided to bring our sons home for school.

But what I truly appreciated about her article was the careful, sensitive way in which she asked a question that so desperately needs to be asked: What price are we paying to give our children a Jewish education?

For some, paying tuition bills (possibly even with financial assistance) means not being able to save for retirement; not being able to afford repairs on your home; or, like Elizabeth, not being able to work more flexible hours.

For those who are breaking even, these choices are just that – choices. And as long as one has their eyes open about the short- and long-term impact of these choices, I don’t think there are right or wrong ones to make.

But I hear weekly from readers who are drowning under their tuition bills. They’re nowhere close to breaking even. They aren’t making choices, they’re dodging bullets.

They are running monthly deficits into the thousands. One woman shared with me that she has a credit card she uses only at the grocery store — and it currently has a balance of over $8,000. Others are behind on their mortgages, and facing imminent foreclosure. One told me that her rabbi counseled her husband to have faith and stay the course.

The affordability question is, in many ways, above my “paygrade”. There are communal issues at work here that definitely need to be addressed – beyond the valiant efforts that so many have already put into “solving this problem”.

But when readers email me and say, “What should I do? I’m four months behind on my mortgage. Can you teach me to clip coupons so I can afford yeshiva tuition?” I have to be painfully honest with myself — and with them.

Cutting coupons is great. It can easily save you a few hundred dollars a month. Menu planning and budgeting are great money-saving tools, as well.

But if you’re spending an average of $1500, or $2,000 or even $3,000+ a month more than you’re making, and you’re carrying balances on multiple credit cards, then thinking that cutting coupons will save you is like being buried alive and trying to dig yourself out with a spoon.

What you need is a bulldozer. Or at least a couple of very large shovels – and some heavy-lifters.

And it may well be (and I say this gently, as I know many of you will vehemently disagree with me) that the bulldozer needs to be directed at school tuition.

Not as your first choice. Not even as your second or third choice. But if all other cuts in spending and increases in income have been exhausted, and you still can’t make it work, then as a last resort.

Elizabeth’s family is in the seemingly enviable position of being able to “make it work” financially. With deep sacrifices, yes — but they appear to be “breaking even”.

And even still, she is worried that making day school the top Jewish value for her family means they are sacrificing their ability to impart other Jewish values.

For those who aren’t breaking even, I worry that the legacy of sacrifice will be unbearable — not only for the parents, but for their children.

What do you think? What sacrifices have you made for your children’s education? Is the cost worth it? Above all else? 

6pm is back with another great Naot Footwear Sale right now, with over 100 pairs of shoes marked down as much as 68% off. Naot is one of my absolute favorite Israeli brands, and you don’t find this kind of discount very often!

To make the deal even better, 6pm is offering a RARE extra 10% off your purchase today when you use coupon code DEALMOON618 at checkout.

I’m seeing some fantastic deals on sandals for the summer. The Naot Betty Sandals pictured above are only $51.12 after coupon code, regularly $142!

Or get these Naot Mindy Sandals for $49.32 after coupon code, originally $137.

I also really like these garnet Naot Sandals for $63.36 after coupon code, regularly $176.

As always, shipping from 6pm.com is FREE – no minimum order required.

6pm’s Naot Footwear Sale runs through tomorrow (6/19), but you’ll want to shop today so you can use your 10% off coupon code.

Today is the last day to enter to win a Marie-Grace American Girl Doll.

The giveaway will close tonight at 11:59 p.m. CST and the winner will be notified tomorrow morning.

Comment to enter HERE.

Good luck!

Today only (6/18), you can score some great deals on Oneida 45-piece and 65-piece flatware sets.

45-piece sets are just $39, and 65-piece sets are $59.

By way of comparison, these same sets cost anywhere from $50 – $130 at Amazon.

These are the lowest prices of the year so hurry as this sale runs through TONIGHT!

Plus you can save an additional 10% when you use the promo code TTE10 at checkout.  As always, there is FREE shipping from Oneida on orders $99+.

Shop Oneida’s Flatware Sale HERE.

Here’s another awesome deal on a year-long magazine subscription for you today…

Today only (6/18), you can pick-up a one-year subscription to The Atlantic Monthly for only $4.50 per year.

Get up to three years at this same rate when you enter the coupon code KOSHERBUDGET at checkout.

Founded in 1857, The Atlantic is one of America’s great thought leader magazines. It features ground-breaking articles on politics, social trends, education, literature and arts. Famous for its excellent writing and artistic quality, The Atlantic has won more National Magazine Awards than any other monthly magazine. The Atlantic stories change minds through their fair, unbiased approach and respect for facts. The Atlantic presents the smartest, bravest thinking on the biggest, most important ideas of our time, entertaining readers while stimulating their minds and their civic spirits.

This price is good on new, renewing and gift subscriptions.

And the best part is that Discount Mags does NOT auto-renew subscriptions – so no unpleasant surprise next year like with some services that auto-renew your subscription to the tune of $25/year.

Want a kitchen mixer, but can’t swing the price-tag right now?

Thinking ahead to Pesach? (Now’s the time to get the best deals.)

Amazon has the Hamilton Beach 6 Speed Classic Stand Mixer for only $29 right now with FREE shipping.

Per the Amazon Price Tracker, this is the lowest ever price on this model.

While this won’t take you as far as a KitchenAid, to mix up some batter or make easy meringues, I don’t think you can go wrong!

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Thanks, Swaggrabber.

Amazon’s Gold Box Deal of the Day (June 18th) is 50% Off Fisher Price Toys.

In addition to the hot deal on the Little People doll house, you can save 50% off 20 different popular Fisher Price toys, including some of my favorites:

Fisher-Price Bubble Mower – for $9.99 (we have the same one and love it – this is a great price)

Fisher-Price Rock, Roll ‘n Ride Trike XL – $27.49 (great for the 2-4 year old set)

Fisher-Price I Can Play Basketball – $34.99, adjustable from 3-6-feet (our basketball hoop is our most played with item in or out of the house!)

Fisher-Price Imaginext Eagle Talon Castle Dragon – $17.49 (this super popular toy would be a great idea for the gift closet)

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Fun with Friends Musical Table – $27.49 (we had a similar toy and it was great to encourage cruising & standing; even before that age, you can take off the legs and let baby play with it while seated)

Shipping is free with your Amazon Prime account – or when you spend $25+ with Super Saver Shipping.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

WHOA! Have you been wanting to buy a Dyson vacuum? Amazon has a *HOT* deal right now on the Dyson DC24 Animal Compact Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

Get it for just $275 with FREE shipping – regularly $380 & up (this sells on other sites for as much as $475).

We saw the full-size model for a few dollars more during Black Friday, but that deal included $75 in Kohl’s cash. With this closeout sale price, there are no rebates or later purchases necessary.

Especially if you’ve got pets, this vacuum is incredible! It cleans up the copious amounts of shedded cat and dog hair we have like nobody’s business. (It’s actually kind of gross – but at the same time incredibly satisfying – to see how that canister clears up so quickly when I had just vacuumed a few days earlier.)

Hurry, because Amazon pricing can change on a dime, and I don’t expect this deal to last long. Please confirm prices before you check-out.

Looking for a birthday gift for a 1-4 year old?

Hurry, because Amazon has the Fisher-Price Little People Happy Sounds Home for only $22.49, regularly $45.

This is the lowest price on this popular Little People house in well over two years, per the Amazon Price Tracker.

• Great sound effects in different rooms of the house create a realistic feel
• Charming house features two levels of fun
• Comes with complete family, Mom, Dad and baby
• Easy to store by folding closed

Shipping is free with your Amazon Prime account – or when you spend $25+ with Super Saver Shipping.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Need some new shells?

Thru Thursday, June 20th, you can save $10 off any order of $40 or more Shell Sheli when you use the coupon code sunshine10.

In addition to a full stock of Kiki Riki shells, Shell Sheli also has their new “under” skirt collection.

Shipping is $2 on any order $69 or over.

This post contains affiliate links, which help to support Kosher on a Budget. For more information, see my disclosure policy.

Thru June 30th, you can get a FREE custom photo placemat from York Photo (retail value $8.99) when you use the promo code MYPLACEMAT at checkout.

You will pay shipping, which will run you $5.99.

Note: This offer is valid only for customers with a new account.

You can use one of the York designs to make a darling “birthday” placemat for your children.

Or, you can also upload your own PDFs to create a totally custom look. I love the ones we made for Passover last year, for example. (Here’s that passover activity placemat if you want to make one of your own.) And I’m thinking you could also make really cute meat and milk placemats for young children.

Thru the end of today only, Crocs.com is running a 2-for-1 sale.

If you haven’t picked up your summer Crocs yet (or if the pair you bought your child two months ago has already become too small), here’s a great deal:

• Get 2 pairs of select Kids’ Crocs for only $30 ($15 each)
• Or get 2 pairs of select Adults’ Crocs for $40 ($20 each)

when you use the coupon code TAKE2 at checkout.

As you know by now, you can stack codes at Crocs.com, so be sure to use JUNESHIP to get your shipping FREE, too.

Expires at midnight tonight (6/17/13).

I know many of you have asked me over the past several weeks about deals on slow cookers.

Here’s a great deal from Amazon on the highly rated Hamilton Beach Stay or Go 6-Quart Slow Cooker.

Grab it now for just $24.99 with FREE shipping thru Amazon Prime or Super Saver Shipping. I’ve been keeping on eye on this one – and was pleased when I saw it was finally below $30.

Note that while you can often find deals on the 4-quart for just $9.99, but if you cook for anymore than 2 people, you’ll definitely want the bigger machine.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Welcome to week 2 of my attempt at a month-long grain-free eating plan. I’ve been officially at this for 11 days. I’ve lost 3 pounds and am feeling really good. Fewer headaches and I think I might even have a drop more energy.

Although I will say that the bites of challah I had on Shabbat tasted VERY good!

Here’s what we have on the plan for this week, starting tomorrow. Since I’ll be out of town a few days this week, I am keeping things very simple.

I’m posting it on Sunday, since a number of you said you found the plan and especially the grocery list to be very helpful! Yay, so glad to hear that. Hopefully you can head out today to get everything you need to set yourself up for success this way.

Breakfasts

:: Fruit smoothies (sticking to my strawberry banana smoothie – minus the oatmeal; and my orange creamsicle smoothie) with a handful of spinach tossed in for good measure (I can’t quite stomach green smoothies yet, so I’m taking baby steps)

:: Egg & Veggie Omelettes, cooked in coconut oil

:: Hard boiled eggs & fresh fruit (for travel days)

Lunches

:: 4x Huge salads with avocados, hard boiled eggs, parmesan cheese, steamed salmon, or grilled chicken. Lots of fresh veggies, olive oil, red wine vinegar and a smattering of walnuts

:: 2x Left-overs

:: Lunch out for Shabbat

Note: I found that having a big batch of quinoa helped fill out some of our lunches last week; we even threw a bit into our daily salad.

Snacks

:: raw or roasted nuts

:: fresh strawberries & blueberries

:: cut-up veggies & hummus

:: apples (with peanut butter for an extra pick-me-up)

:: hard-boiled eggs (when I’m dragging mid-afternoon, a bit of protein usually helps)

Dinners

:: Spaghetti (Squash) Topped with “Snobby Joe’s” (lentil-based, subbing in honey for brown sugar and 1/2 tsp mustard powder for 1 Tbsp brown mustard), big green salad (obviously ignore the bun in the picture!)

:: Grain Free Burrito Bowl - This was great last week, so we’ll definitely making it again (and again)

:: Steamed Salmon on a Bed of Sauteed Spinach, Peppers & Mushrooms (with a lot of garlic)

:: Steamed Salmon with Steamed Mixed Veggies (Salmon is on the menu twice, since I’ll be out of town and it’s my husband’s favorite meal to make for himself. He does it our rice cooker.)

:: Cauliflower Pizza topped with tons of veggies and mozzarella cheese

: Unstuffed Cabbage, served over mashed cauliflower (didn’t get to this on Friday last week, so bumping it up to our plan for this week)

:: Left-Overs

Grain-Free Menu Plan Shopping List

If you are interested in replicating this menu plan, I’ve put together a comprehensive shopping list. You probably already have a lot of these ingredients on hand, so just cross those off the list.

Shopping list based on feeding 2-3 people
(Increase quantities as necessary for your family)

Fresh Produce

Bananas – at least 7

Blueberries – fresh or frozen (at least a pint’s worth)

Strawberries – fresh or frozen (at least two pint’s worth)

Oranges – at least 6

Apples – enough for snacking

Mango – fresh or frozen

Pineapple – fresh or frozen

Lemons (or lemon juice)

Limes

—

Avocados

Mixed Greens (I always give the big container at organic mixed greens Costco)

Romaine Lettuce

Fresh spinach (I always get the big container of organic spinach at Costco)

Cauliflower – at least 2-3 large heads, fresh

Broccoli – fresh or frozen

Mushrooms

Bell peppers

Spaghetti Squash – at least 1 large one

Garlic

Baby Carrots

Cucumbers

Yellow or White Onions – at least 5

Green Cabbage – 1 large head

Tomatoes – for flavor, I like the grape tomatoes at Costco

Sweet potatoes

Dairy & Eggs

Eggs – at least 1 dozen

Hummus (Sabra brand is definitely gluten-free, and probably others are as well)

Mozzarella Cheese

Parmesan Cheese

Meat, Chicken & Fish

Chicken breasts – at least 4 (grill these up at the beginning of the week, and then put them away in your fridge to slice up for salads)

Ground beef or ground turkey – at least 1 pound

Salmon fillets  - at least 4

Nuts

Almonds, roasted or raw, and walnuts for snacking and salads

Other nuts for snacking, to add to salads

Pantry

Jarred Marinara Sauce (read your labels)

Golden Flaxmeal (I got a huge bag at Costco, but you can get a one pound bag at Vitacost on sale for $3.31)

Chia Seeds (I got a huge bag at Costco)

Quinoa (Again, I get ours at Costco)

Almond Milk (I bought them from Vitacost, but Trader Joe’s has their brand for under $2/carton and there are often coupons for almond milk)

Cacao Nibs (I bought from Vitacost)

Dried Beans (pinto, black, kidney or white – buy them early in the week, so you can cook them in advance in your slow cooker)

Dried Lentils

Crushed Tomatoes, 1 large can

Tomato Paste, 1 small can (if you don’t have left-overs from last week)

Tomato Sauce

Spices, Oils & Condiments

Sea Salt

Vanilla

Stevia

Honey (Dr. Davis says no to honey, so you can sub in stevia)

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Coconut Oil

Red Wine Vinegar

Balsamic Vinegar

Mustard Powder

Garlic Powder

Chili Powder

Cumin

Italian Seasoning

Homemade salsa (will need one large can diced tomatoes and one small can of tomatoes with chilis)

Chicken Broth (I usually use Osem, but I’ll have to read the label before doing that)

So, tell me: What’s on your menu plan this week? 

Just a friendly reminder that today is the last day to take advantage of this Grain-Free ebook bundle sale.

Packed full of recipes, tips and inspiration, this collection of five ebooks will sell for just $7.40 — more than 85% off their retail price.

This bundle includes the following ebooks:

The Paleo Miracle by Joe Salama
In The Paleo Miracle, Joe shares a compilation of stories from people who have undergone a miraculous transformation in their health thanks to the paleo diet. The people featured in this ebook have eliminated or dramatically improved their symptoms of diseases like diabetes, heart disease, ADHD, Crohn’s, and many others — and in most cases have become completely medication-free — by eating real food. And in the process, they’ve learned that when your body is healthy inside, it will automatically look healthier on the outside to — losing body fat in the process!

The Paleo Snack Recipe Book by Suzanne Crawt
For those times when you need a snack, Suz’s Paleo Snack Recipe Book has more than 75 paleo-compliant snack recipes to help you stick to a paleo diet when hunger strikes! Each recipe includes a full-color photo and step-by-step instructions, with plenty of ideas that don’t require any cooking!

Eating Out and Traveling on the Paleo Diet by Aglaée Jacobs
In Eating Out and Traveling on the Paleo Diet, Aglaée shares tips and tools to help you avoid non-paleo ingredients away from home, so you can feel at your best at all times. You’ll find dozens of meal ideas, snack lists and recipes you can prepare on the road, as well as information about cross-contamination, the use of fasting as a tool while traveling, a paleo-friendly dessert guide and tips for explaining your food preferences in social settings, as well as various printables to help you simplify your travel diet.

Toadally Primal Smoothies by Primal Toad
In Toadally Primal Smoothies, Todd Dosenberry (aka the Primal Toad) shares more than 150 paleo and primal smoothie recipes, complete with substitution ideas and nutrition information! Discover tasty flavors like coconut egg nog and vanilla almond cappuccino and more.

Paleo Ice Cream by Ben Hirshberg
With 31 delicious, healthy and nutrient dense ice cream flavors, Paleo Ice Cream is your guilt-free ice cream handbook. Armed with a love of ice cream, Ben tested and created each flavor combination by replacing the problematic ingredients and chemicals found in conventional ice cream with healthier paleo-friendly options so that you can enjoy your dessert without feeling like you’re cheating!

Note that none of these authors are kosher-keeping (as far as I know). But the beauty of a paleo/primal/grain-free diet is that it’s largely dairy-free, too. Which means that it’s pretty easy to make these recipes kosher (barring the bacon .

This sale is good for one week only, so don’t miss out!

Joe’s New Balance, the New Balance outlet store, has a great deal today only on Women’s New Balance 890 Running Shoes.

Regularly $109, they are sale for just $39.99 + $1 shipping.

Today’s the last day for $1 shipping, so if you’ve been meaning to place an order now is a great time to do it!

As with all running shoes, I suggest sizing up at least 1/2 a size, as athletic shoes generally need more room than your sandals or flats.

If you need some new running shoes for summer, this is a fantastic price.

Looking for a last minute gift for dad?

Want to pick up a cheap deal on a magazine subscription?

Cross both items of your list with this Father’s Day Sale from Discount Magazines.

Pick from any of 32 magazine subscriptions starting at just $3.50 per year!

No code necessary, just be sure to CLICK THIS LINK.

• Business & News Category
  • The Atlantic (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.00, 3yrs: $13.50)
  • Entrepreneur (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.00, 3yrs: $13.50, 4yrs: $18.00)
  • Fast Company (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.00, 3yrs: $13.50, 4yrs: $18.00)
  • INC (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.00, 3yrs: $13.50, 4yrs: $18.00)
  • Reader’s Digest (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.00, 3yrs: $13.50, 4yrs: $18.00)
  • Vanity Fair (1yrs: $6.99)
  • ShopSmart (1yrs: $15.99, 2yrs: $31.98)
  • Bloomberg BusinessWeek (1yrs: $19.99, 2yrs: $39.98, 3yrs: $59.97)
• Hobbies Category
  • Car and Driver (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.00, 3yrs: $13.50)
  • Family Handyman (1yrs: $5.99, 2yrs: $11.98, 3yrs: $17.97)
  • Outdoor Photographer (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Motor Trend (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.00, 3yrs: $13.50, 4yrs: $18.00)
  • Cycle World (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Popular Photography (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • The Beer Connoisseur (1yrs: $9.99)
• Sports & Fitness Category
  • ESPN (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98)
  • Golf Digest (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Men’s Fitness (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Outside (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98)
  • Tennis (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97, 4yrs: $19.96)
  • Backpacker (1yrs: $4.50, 2yrs: $9.00, 3yrs: $13.50)
  • Golf Tips (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Slam (1yrs: $3.99, 2yrs: $7.98, 3yrs: $11.97, 4yrs: $15.96)
• Technology Category
  • Discover (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98)
  • Wired (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Popular Science (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Macworld (1yrs: $9.99, 2yrs: $19.98)

All deals are available for both new and renewing subscriptions, as well as on gifts.

Valid through the end of the day today (June 16th).

Request your FREE sample of the new Seventh Generation Hydrating Skin Boosting Serum when you fill out the short form.

Your sample should arrive in 6-8 weeks.

Wondering why I love free samples? Check out this post on small ways to save big.

Thanks, Hip2Save.

Enter your zip code to see if you qualify for a free sample of Lysol Touch of Foam Hand Wash from Target.

I didn’t qualify – but hopefully some of you will!

Wondering why I love free samples? Check out this post on small ways to save big.

Amazon’s $.99 Movie of the Day is LesMiserables.

Remember, you have to order the movie TODAY (6/15) to get it for $.99, but you have 30 days to watch the movie. So no rush!

And once you start the movie, you have 48 hours to finish it.

Here are the best kosher deals that I see at CVS this week, with thanks to Barbara from Clipper Girl for putting these together. Be sure to visit her blog for the full match-up.

If you’re new to bargain shopping at CVS, read my How to Shop at CVS Tutorial.

Almay Intense i-Color Shadow, Liner, or Mascara – $5.79
Buy One, Get $3 ECB (Limit 3)
Use $4/1 Almay Cosmetic Product from 6/2 SS Insert (expires 6/16)
= FREE + money maker after coupon and ECB

CVS Protective Pad (1 count) with Purse Pack – $1.99
Buy One, Get $3 ECB (Limit 4)
= FREE + money maker after ECB

Depend Starter Kit (5-6 count) – $3.99
Use $1/1 Depend Product from 6/16 SS Insert
Then use $3/1 Depend Product CVS Printable Coupon
= FREE after coupons

Glaceau Fruitwater – $1.00
Buy Two, Get $1 ECB (Limit 1)
= $.50 each after ECB

Gain or Ajax Dish Liquid – $.88
Use $.25/1 Gain Dishwashing Liquid from 5/12 PG Insert
Or use $.20/1 Gain Dishwashing Liquid from 5/12 PG Insert
= As low as $.63 after coupon

Dial Complete Hand Wash – $1.50
Use $1/2 Dial Complete Foaming Hand Soap Printable Coupon
Or use $1/2 Dial Complete Foaming Hand Soap from 6/16 RP Insert
= $1.00 each after coupon

Purex Liquid Laundry Detergent (24-33 loads) or UltraPacks (18 count) – $6.49
Buy One, Get Two Free
Use (3) $1/1 Purex Printable Coupon (no longer available)
= $1.16 each after coupons and sale

Gillette Disposable Razors (2-12 count)
Buy One, Get $3 ECB (Limit 1)
- $2/1 Gillette Disposable Razor from 6/16 RP Insert
- $2/1 Gillette Disposable from 5/12 PG Insert
- Buy One Get One Free Venus or Daisy Disposable Razor from 6/2 PG Insert
- Buy One Get One Free Gillette Male Disposable Razor from 6/2 PG Insert

*Deal Ideas*

Buy (2) Gillette Custom Plus Disposable Razor – $7.79
Use Buy One Get One Free Gillette Male Disposable Razor from 6/2 PG Insert
Then use $2/1 Gillette Disposable Razor from 6/16 RP Insert
= $1.39 each after coupons and ECB

Buy (2) Gillette Simply Venus Disposable Razors – $8.79
Use Buy One Get One Free Venus or Daisy Disposable Razor from 6/2 PG Insert
Then use $2/1 Gillette Disposable Razor from 6/16 RP Insert
= $1.89 each after coupons and ECB

Oral-B Power Refills (3 pack) – $22.99
Buy One, Get $10 ECB (Limit 2)
Use $7/1 Oral B Toothbrush or Replacement Heads from 6/2 PG Insert
= $5.99 after coupon and ECB

Are you planning a CVS run this week? What’s on your list?

Ever feel like the deals fly so fast and so furiously around here, that you miss out on half the good stuff?

Here is your weekly round-up of the best Amazon Deals from the past week, which are still available.

Kitchen Wares:

T-fal Balanced Living Yogurt Maker - $33.24 shipped after eCoupon (Reg. $69.99)

Baby Deals:

Fisher-Price Deluxe Bouncer – $44 shipped (Reg. $64.99)

Gerber Graduates Puffs (6 pack) – $8.78 shipped with Subscribe & Save and $.85 eCoupon

Personal Care and Household Deals:

Charmin Ultra Soft Mega Rolls (18 rolls) - $14.49 with Subscribe & Save and $4 eCoupon (Reg. $79.06)

Philips Sonicare Essence 5600 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush – $34.95 after eCoupon (Reg. $69.99)

Kleenex Ultra Facial Tissue (8 Boxes) – $9.82 with Subscribe & Save and $1.50 eCoupon (Reg. $19.99)

Toy Deals:

Wii White Classic Controller Pro - $11 (Reg. $19.99)

And don’t forget about this extensive list of Subscribe & Save Items for under $3. This should help you get to that 20% discount when you have 5 active subscriptions in a month.

Unless otherwise noted, shipping is free on all of these items with your Amazon Prime account – or when you spend $25+ with Super Saver Shipping.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Here are the best kosher deals at Walgreens this week.

A big thank you to Alli from Couponing for 4 for putting them together. Be sure to go check out her blog for the full Walgreens match-up.

New to deal shopping at Walgreens? Learn all the ins and outs in my tutorial on How to Shop & SAVE at Walgreens and the new Walgreens Balance Rewards program.

Fiber Smart Clear Fiber  - $9.99
Buy One, Get $9.99 RR
Use $3/1 Fiber Smart Clear Fiber Product Printable Coupon
Or use $2/1 Fiber Smart Product from 3/10 or 4/21 SS Inserts
= As low as FREE + $3 money maker after coupon and RR

Kios DS Upset Stomach Relief (14 count) – $7
Buy One, Get $7 RR
Use $2/1 Kios Product Printable Coupon
= FREE + $2 money maker after coupon and RR

Colgate Total Toothpaste – $3.00
Buy One, Get $2.50 RR
Use $2/2 Colgate Toothpaste Printable Coupon
Or use $.50/1 Colgate Toothpaste from 6/16 SS Insert
= As low as FREE after coupon and RR

H+ Care Hemorrhoid Cream – $7
Buy One, Get $7 RR
= FREE after RR

Right Guard Deodorant – $4.49
Buy One, Get One Free
- $2/2 Right Guard Xtreme Product Printable Coupon
- (2) $2/1 Right Guard Xtreme Antiperspirant or Deodorant from 6/16 RP Insert
- $2/2 Right Guard Total Defense 5 Antiperspirant or Deodorant from 6/16 RP Insert
= As low as $.25 each after coupons and sale

Yardley Bar Soap – $.69
Use $1/4 Yardley Bar Soap from 5/12 SS Insert
= $.44 each after coupon

Reach Total Care Floss – $2.99
Buy One, Get $2 RR
= $.99 after RR

Starbucks K-Cups (10 pack) or Ground Coffee – $6.99
- $1.50/1 Starbucks K-Cup Pack Printable Coupon
- $1.50/1 Starbucks K-Cup Pack Printable Coupon
- $2/2 Starbucks Coffee from 5/12 SS Insert
= As low as $5.49 after coupon

Are you planning a Walgreens run this week? What’s on your list?

It’s Free App Friday over on SmartAppsforKids.com, where today only (6/14) you can download 16 free apps, including Teach Me Toddler and Beauty & The Beast.

Unfortunately all these apps are for i-products, and I haven’t discovered a similar source for Android free kids apps. If you know of one, please let me know!

For a limited time, you can get a FREE year-long subscription to Eating Well, Field & Stream or Outdoor Life magazine from Amazon.

Here’s how it works:

Amazon is running a $5 promo credit when you purchase a subscription to any of 142 different magazines.

There are lots to choose from, but these three are the only ones priced at $5 or less – which means they are FREE after your $5.00 promotional credit.

The credit has to be used on “physical items” – so no digital downloads. The credit will be added to your account two weeks after purchase.

Note: If you sign up for an auto-renewal subscription, you can go into your account and cancel the renewal. You’ll still get the rest of your subscription. If you’re planning to do this (I suggest it), just wait until your $5 promo credit lands in your account.

Thanks, Kansas City Mamas!

You guys know how much I love Mabel’s Labels.

Well, I just got an email from them letting me know that they have set up a Mabel’s Label fundraiser program, which I think is a brilliant idea.

If you are on your child’s school or daycare fundraising committee, you should check it out.

Once the fundraiser has been set up, you can send friends and fellow parents to shop through a specially created website link and your group gets a percentage of all sales. No more hauling boxes and filling forms because Mabel’s Labels handles all orders, payments and deliveries.

P.S. Be sure to add their shoe labels to your school’s “store” – they rock!

The Tea Collection is having its twice annual 50% off sale, starting today! Save up to half off of their spring collection. Shipping is a flat rate of $7.

Dresses start from $15.50, but sizes are pretty limited in the most discounted items – so definitely shop early.

If you’re a Tea Collection fan, you won’t want to miss this sale.

Calling all KOAB readers in Cincinnati!

I’m going to be coming to your neck of the woods next week and am very excited to be presenting at a Neshei Chabad event!

I hope you’ll be able to join us to learn how to start living on a budget!

Here are the details:

Cincinnati, Ohio ~ Wednesday, June 19 @ 8 p.m.

Sponsored by the Jewish Women’s Circle

@ Brina Gonzalez’s House

$5 contribution

If you’re interested in attending, please email me (kosheronabudget @ gmail.com) or message Brina on Facebook for directions.

Can’t wait to see you! 

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Wow! What a great deal on a yogurt maker.

Get the highly rated T-fal YG232BUS Balanced Living Yogurt Maker with LCD Timer, White for just $33.24 when you click the $5 off e-coupon.

(I hope you can all see it!)

This yogurt maker is originally $70, so this is a huge discount.

• 7-glass jar with lids, 5.5-ounce each
• Adjustable date codes on lid for dating your yogurt, keeps fresh for 7-10 days
• Digital controls and countdown lcd timer lets you know when the yogurt is ready
• Automatic shut off, reversible lid doubles as a storage case
• Recipes included, 1-year limited warranty

Shipping is free with your Amazon Prime account – or when you spend $25+ with Super Saver Shipping.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Here’s a great deal for all you Charmin fans.

Get Charmin Ultra Soft, Mega Rolls, 6 Count Packs (Pack of 3) for $14.49 shipped when you check out thru Subscribe & Save and clip the $4 off coupon.  That coupon will NOT last long!

That works out to be only $0.20 per regular roll, as each of these single rolls is the size of three regular rolls.

Even better, when you have five active subscriptions in a month, your savings will be bumped up to as much as 20% from 5%. (20% for those of us with Amazon Prime/Mom membership, 15% for everyone else.)

So when you hit that magic FIVE number, you’ll only pay only $11.57 or $.16 per single roll.

STEAL!

If you’re looking for another order or two to bump you up to five total, check out this list of Subscribe & Save deals for under $3.

All subscription orders ship for free and you can cancel your subscription anytime after your order ships. Read my Subscribe & Save tutorial if you need more information.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Thanks, Maven of Savin.

There are two great magazine deals for you today.

First, you can subscribe to Yoga Journal for only $4.99 per year (68% off) when you use the coupon code KOSHERBUGET. Get up to 3 years at this price.

Yoga Journal has been a valuable resource for information about physical and spiritual well-being through the practice of yoga. Yoga Journal is your guide to better health, nutrition, personal growth, fitness and inner peace. You’ll learn revitalizing yoga techniques taught by the masters.

You can also get up to three of years of one of my absolute favorite food magazines, Bon Appetit for only $4.99 per year (66% off), also when you use the coupon code KOSHERBUDGET.

Bon Appetit is THE guide to fabulous food. This magazine subscription is America’s leading food, wine, and entertainment magazine. Each issue is filled with a range of recipes from easy to fine dining, elegant entertainment ideas, and wine reviews. Bon Appetit will teach you how to cook like pro simply. 

Both of these offers expires at Thursday 06/13/13 11:59 PM EST.

Yes, it’s true. Polly-O string cheese has gone kosher, certified by the OU. And yes, you can print a coupon for $.75 off two packages. (As if it wasn’t cheap enough in comparison to the kosher brands!)

Many of you have tweeted, DMd and personal messaged me, to share the good news. Here’s one such email I received the other day from Brocha H in Miami.

Many of the Polly-o mozzarella cheeses are now OU-D. I just bought a family pack (24 of them) at Publix for around $8 (not on sale), which is significantly less than the cheapest price I pay even for the Natural and Kosher ones.

If you look on the OU website, a lot of their mozzarella products are now OU-D. It might take a while for them to filter in to all the stores, however, so every bag should be checked for the OU.

And, while I was looking at the OU website, I saw that a lot of the Price Chopper brand mozzarella is also OU-D. Doesn’t work for me, but maybe some of your NY, CT, PA, MA readers could use this info.

It’s been an exciting year. First Rotel, now Polly-O.

{I sure wish we could get it in Kansas City, since my poor kids haven’t had string cheese in FOREVER. (Not gonna pay $1 per stick!)}

What newly kosher certified products have your seen? Have you found any “mainstream” brands of cheese that are kosher-certified? Please share in the comments section.

And don’t forget to print your coupon! Woot woot!

Just in time for Father’s Day!

Get a free personalized 8×10 Collage Print from Walgreens.com when you use coupon code DADCOLLAGE at checkout.

Choose in-store pickup to bypass shipping charges.

This offer is valid until June 15.

Just a friendly reminder that tomorrow (Friday) is the last day to order 140 custom address labels for just $5 from Vistaprint.

Be sure to select the slowest shipping for this deal, but don’t worry – it always comes faster than they estimate.

These little labels are so versatile. They’d be perfect for everything from diaper bags and sippy cups to lunch boxes and school supplies.

I’ve also made book labels as end-of-the-year gifts for teachers. Or media labels for the video games and DVDs that we loan out.  And of course, regular old return address labels.

You could even make gift/birthday tags with them! That’s what I did last time and it works great. We NEVER seem to have cards for our birthday gifts and ALWAYS seem to realize this when we are already running 15 minutes late.

Vistaprint has hundreds of designs to choose from and you can customize them all with your own text, colors, font and size. They also have a blank option if you want to upload your own graphics.

Hint: This $5 label offer can be used multiple times, but you’ll need to finish one order, then come back, click the link, and do another one.

Check printing is outrageously expensive. And even though we can do the vast majority of our transacting online these days, I still find that we write at least half a dozen checks each month.

Which means we need checks.

And I, of course, need to not pay an arm and a leg for them.

Enter 4 Checks.com.

Right now new customers can get 2 boxes of single checks (each box has 125 checks) for just $8.95 shipped.

Here’s how the deal works:

• Head over to 4Check.com and click on the Personal Checks link on the top of the  left menu
• Select the check style you want
• Under “Have an Offer Code?” enter DB4381 - which will bring your total down to $5.05 for both boxes
• Be sure you select “Singles” under Select Format and “2″ under Select Quantity
• Leave “Accessories” unselected
• Complete your bank and contact information, then proceed to checkout
• Select UPS Bulk Shipping, which should be $3.90
• Opt OUT of EZShield Fraud Protection

Your total should come to $8.95!

Home Depot has a super deal today on the Soda Stream Starter Set. When all is said and done, you’ll pay just $39, regularly $80+.

This is the best deal we’ve since this Black Friday!

Here’s how it works:

• Choose the black, white, or red SodaStream Starter Set - $79.99
• Use the coupon code GIFT4DAD at check to save 20% – $63.99
• Shipping is FREE, no coupon code required
• Submit for this $25 Mail In Rebate (valid on purchases between June 11, 2013 – June 20, 2013 only)

Your final cost after rebate will be just $38.99!

Hurry, I suspect their stock will sell out fast.

Welcome to Giveaway #2 of the KOAB 3rd Anniversary Extravaganza.

(Is extravaganza too over the top??!!)

Last week, I kicked off this celebration of three years of blogging kosher deals and money-saving tips with a special giveaway of the American Girl Doll Marie-Grace. (You can still enter by the way – that giveaway doesn’t close for another week.)

Today, I’ve got something special for all the women out there – and since you comprise about 90% of my readership, I figure you deserve something special.

I’m giving away a Coach purse!

(Can I get a WooHoo?)

One lucky KOAB reader will win the fun Signature Stripe Top Handle Tote pictured above, in Light Khaki, Silver and Coral. The bag is about 9 inches tall and 7 inches wide, with a 6-inch shoulder drop.

I ordered a very similar bag for myself earlier this year, thanks to some store credits, and LOVE it! In fact, I thought it was so fab that I decided to buy another one for this Anniversary Giveaway. (We can be bag twins!)

This gorgeous coral color has put some serious zing into my normally ho-hum purse style. And it’s the perfect size for organizing my stuff – without giving me that horrible black hole syndrome.

Here’s how to enter this Coach purse giveaway:

#1.Leave a comment on this post telling me about your current purse and why you want to win this Coach bag. This comment is required to be entered to win this giveaway.

#2. For an extra entry, you can share this giveaway by clicking the like button at the top of this post. Leave a separate comment letting me know that you have done so.

#3. For another extra entry, you can subscribe to the Kosher on a Budget daily newsletter. Please leave a separate comment that you have subscribed (or were already a subscriber).

#4. For one more entry, you can like Kosher on a Budget on Facebook. Please leave a separate comment that you have liked  KOAB – or already were a liker.

This giveaway is open only to residents of the United States who are 18 or older. I apologize to the Canadians and Israelis (and other non-Americans), but shipping internationally is just prohibitive for me.

Entries will be accepted until Wednesday, June 26th at 11:59 p.m. CST. The winner will be selected randomly and notified by email immediately. He or she will have 48 hours to respond. Good luck!

This promotion is in not sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook.

Are you about to have a baby or did you just have one?

Are you looking for a gift for a friend who’s having a baby?

Amazon has a very nice deal on the Fisher-Price Deluxe Bouncer, My Little Snugabunny.

Regularly $65, it’s now just $44 with FREE shipping, which is the lowest price ever on Amazon, per the Amazon Price Tracker. I’ll tell you also that you won’t do much better even buying used on Craigslist, as these bouncers (magic baby soothers) hold their value.

Also, bouncers were worth their weight in gold with all three of my kiddos, who otherwise were very different babies with very different “tastes”. Anecdotal, I realize, but I’m a huge fan of the bouncers!

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Thanks, Hip2Save.

Do you have a Wii? Then trust me, you’re probably gonna want to take advantage of this deal.

Get an extra Wii Classic Controller Pro – White for just $11, regularly $19.99.

Shipping is free with your Amazon Prime account – or when you spend $25+ with Super Saver Shipping.

We had to get a second, and then a third, controller for our XBox. We billed one of those as a birthday gift, but let’s be honest, it was a “peace and quiet for Mom” gift.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Have you signed up for the Kellogg’s Family Rewards program yet?

Brand reward programs are a great way to save more and earn free gifts. Just like My Coke Rewards or Disney Rewards, Kellogg’s has started its own rewards program: Kellogg’s Family Rewards.

Once you sign up for Kellogg’s Family Rewards, you just enter codes from specially marked Kellogg’s products. But just like Pampers Rewards, you don’t have to buy products to get points, because there are tons of free codes available.

Right now, for example, you can get 50 FREE Kellogg’s Family Rewards Points when you sign up and enter the code SCHOLASTICSWEEPS.

This post contains affiliate links, which help to support Kosher on a Budget. For more information, see my disclosure policy.

Amazon has St. Ives Facial Moisturizer, Timeless Skin Collagen Elastin, 10oz for just $3.02 when you click the $1 e-coupon and checkout via Subscribe & Save.

(If you’re having trouble seeing the coupon on the product page, you can look HERE, which is where I first spotted it. I’m not sure why it’s not showing up on the product page for some folks.)

And don’t forget that when you have five active subscriptions in a month, your savings will be bumped up to as much as 20% from 5%. (20% for those of us with Amazon Prime/Mom membership, 15% for everyone else.)

So when you hit that magic FIVE number, you’ll only pay only $2.38 for a product which was originally $7.99!

If you’re looking for another order or two to bump you up to five total, check out this list of Subscribe & Save deals for under $3.

Even though these say they are “Add-On” items, that doesn’t apply when you check out via Subscribe & Save. All subscription orders ship for free and you can cancel your subscription anytime after your order ships. Read my Subscribe & Save tutorial if you need more information.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

I used to suffer from BHPS.

Black Hole Purse Syndrome.

I’d put something in my purse, never to be seen again.

And if I needed to find my keys or a ringing cell phone, stand back! I’d have to dump that baby out…. or fish hopelessly thru the black hole.

Then I read a tip that said to store things vertically in your purse – and the lightbulb went off.

I dumped everything out and culled the contents to keep just the most important – wallet, coupon binder, personal care items, and my cloth grocery bag. Keys and phone get added before I head out of the hosue.

I used a small jewelry pouch to organize all my really personal personal care items, as no one wants to see that stuff when I dump out my purse to find my keys (not that I have to dump out  my purse anymore!).

Then I found a clear sided zip pouch (left over by the kids at some point) to store a notepad, pen, hand lotion and lip balm. I also stick receipts and miscellaneous paper in here, as they come my way.

With everything containerized, I “filed” it back into my purse VERTICALLY and voila! It was perfect.

The most amazing thing is that I’ve been able to keep it like this for four months!

I think the key to staying organized, beyond going vertical, was to use a structured bag that fit my items well. Having a flat bottom for the purse helps, too.

Those sling-style bags were too big and too unstructured, and I ended up tempted to throw everything but the kitchen sink inside.

I once heard Suze Orman say that the state of your wallet – and by extension, your purse – reflects how you feel about your money. Well if that’s true, I’d say I’m finally feeling pretty good!

Do you struggle with a black hole of a bag? Try the vertical thing. And a smaller bag! What other tips do you have for organizing your purse?

Are you looking to make the switch to more natural laundry detergent?

Amazon has a very nice price right now on the highly rated Dropps Laundry Detergent Pacs, Scent + Dye Free, 80-Load Pouch, 31.1 Ounce Pouch.

Get them for as low as $12.38 when you check out thru Subscribe & Save and clip the $2 off e-coupon, which is right below the product description.

• All washers (HE and standard) + all temperatures (cold or hot) + all colors + all fabrics
• Pre-measured pacs dissolve completely – just toss and wash! 1 pac = 1 load
• Tough on dirt, easy on your favorite clothes
• Phosphate-free, enzyme-free and biodegradable. Formula approved by the EPA’s DfE program

Note that the $12.38 price is for those of you who have five or more active subscriptions in a delivery period. You’ll pay about $2 more if you don’t.

Remember: when you have five active subscriptions in a month, your savings will be bumped up to as much as 20% from 5%. (20% for those of us with Amazon Prime/Mom membership, 15% for everyone else.)

If you’re looking for another order or two to bump you up to five total, check out this list of Subscribe & Save deals for under $3.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Thanks, Racheli.

Southwest Airlines is having a 72-hour Fall Sale with one-way flights from as low as $49.

Travel must occur between August 26 through December 18, 2013. Friday & Sunday travel is excluded and there are certain blackout dates.

But if you’re planning some yomtov travel, this is a great time to book it.

• For travel up to 500 miles, fares are $49 one-way
• For travel 501 to 1,000 miles, fares are $99 one-way
• For travel 1,001 to 1,500 miles, fares are $119 one-way
• For travel 1,501+ miles, fares are $149 one-way

The sale ends 6/13/13

If you are looking to get your children involved in the juicing craze, here’s a free Kindle ebook that is not only FREE, but with five-star ratings.

Download Juicing With Kids: Your Guide to Family-Friendly Juicing – Plus Recipes! for FREE, regularly $14.99.

Even if you don’t have a Kindle, you can download FREE applications to read Kindle books on your Mac, PC, iPhone, BlackBerry, Windows Phone 7, or Android Phone.

Amazon can change the price at any time – so always confirm before ordering.

Thanks, Kansas City Mamas.

Looking for a new Mac laptop? (You know I love mine!)

Apple is rolling out their new MacBook Airs, which means the current models are about to become the “old” models and are therefore being reduced.

Amazon has the Apple MacBook Air 11.6-Inch Laptop priced at $885.99, originally $1099.

• Faster Flash Storage; USB 3.0; 720p FaceTime HD Camera
• 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 Processor
• 128 GB Flash Storage; 4 GB DDR3 RAM
• Intel HD Graphics 4000; 11.6-inch LED Display

If you want the larger screen, you can get the Apple MacBook Air MD231LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop (OLD VERSION) for $929, originally $1199.

Shipping is free on both models via Prime or Super Saver Shipping.

I have heard fantastic things about the Air from friends and when it comes time for a new laptop, that’s the one I’ll get. (I only got the Pro for the built-in disc drive, which honestly, I’ve used all of twice in the last 2.5 years).

Readers often ask about discounts on Apple computers and other than the discount for students and faculty members, sales are very few and far between.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Thanks, Maven of Savin.

As you probably know by now, Amazon’s Subscribe & Save program now rewards frequent shoppers by bumping their order discount from 5% to as much as 20% when you have at least five active subscriptions in one month.

(Amazon Mom members save that 20%; everyone else saves 15%. It’s free to sign up for a three-month of Amazon Mom and you don’t need to be a mom to sign-up!)

If you’re looking for one or two more orders to bump you into that magic 20% off discount, here’s a quick round-up of Subscribe & Save items for under $3.

Depending on the other items in your cart, the savings you see from picking up this additional item will far exceed the cost of the item itself. Just remember to check out thru Subscribe & Save on these items!

Oral-B Complete Floss Picks Mint, 90 Count – $1.89 ($1.69 with 20% discount)

Dixie Heavy Duty Paper Plates, 48 Count – $2.34 ($2.09 with 20% discount)

Maybelline New York Expert Wear Twin Brow and Eye Pencils, 102 Dark Brown, 0.06 Ounce - $2.27 ($1.91 with 20% discount)

Revlon Splinter Tweezer – $2.85 ($2.40 with 20% discount)

Suave Professionals Plus Conditioner 2 in 1, For all Hair Types, 12.6 Fl. Oz. – $2.37 ($1.99 with 20% off)

Suave Professionals Men’s Shampoo & Conditioner, 2 in 1 Ocean Charge, 28 oz. – $2.74 ($2.45 with 20% off)

Playtex Living Gloves, Small, Colors may vary – $2.84 ($2.39 with 20% off)

Maybelline New York Baby Lips Moisturizing Lip Balm, Cherry Me – $2.82 ($2.52 with 20% off)

Revlon Universal Points Sharpener, 0.85 Ounce – $2.84 ($2.39 with 20% off)

Kotex Natural Balance Absorbent Liners, Long, 16 Count – $2.24 ($2.01 with 20% off discount)

Suave Professionals Mousse, Captivating Curls, Whipped Cream Mousse, 7 oz. – $2.75 ($2.46 with 20% discount)

Tide Travel Sink Packets, 3-Count – $2.38 ($2.13 with 20% discount)

Maybelline New York Expert Wear Eyeshadow Singles, Made for Mocha Stylish Smokes – $2.79 ($2.50 with 20% discount)

All Subscribe & Save orders ship for free and you can cancel your subscription anytime after your order ships. Read my Subscribe & Save tutorial if you need more information.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so while these prices were current at the time of posting, you should always confirm the price before checking out.

It’s back! If you missed out yesterday, Amazon has Kleenex Ultra Facial Tissue (8 Boxes)for just $9.82 when you check out thru Subscribe & Save and clip the $1.50 off e-coupon right below the product description.

And don’t forget that when you have five active subscriptions in a month, your savings will be bumped up to as much as 20% from 5%. So for those of you that have hit that magic FIVE number, you’ll only pay only $8.01 – or $1 per big 120-ct box.

I usually aim to pay no more than $.01 per tissue, so this is definitely a deal worth grabbing!

If you’re looking for another order or two to bump you up to five total, check out this list of Subscribe & Save deals for under $3.

All Subscribe & Save orders ship for free and you can cancel your subscription anytime after your order ships. Read my Subscribe & Save tutorial if you need more information.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Yay! This is one of my all-time favorite deals and I’m so glad that it’s back.

Get 140 custom address labels for just $5 from Vistaprint.

Be sure to select the slowest shipping for this deal, but don’t worry – it always comes faster than they estimate.

These little labels are so versatile. Right now, I’m thinking kids’ labels. They’d be perfect for everything from diaper bags and sippy cups to lunch boxes and school supplies.

But I’ve also made book labels as end-of-the-year gifts for teachers. Or media labels for the video games and DVDs that we loan out.  And of course, regular old return address labels.

You could even make gift/birthday tags with them! That’s what I did last time and it works great. We NEVER seem to have cards for our birthday gifts and ALWAYS seem to realize this when we are already running 15 minutes late.

Vistaprint has hundreds of designs to choose from and you can customize them all with your own text, colors, font and size. They also have a blank option if you want to upload your own graphics.

Hint: This $5 label offer can be used multiple times, but you’ll need to finish one order, then come back, click the link, and do another one.

My Publisher has extended their awesome deal on photobooks for Father’s Day, but you’ll have to act fast to take advantage of it, since this coupon code ends TONIGHT at 11:59 p.m .PT.

Get a classic hardcover book with up to 100 pages for only $35 when you use the promo code DADPAGES at checkout. That’s a savings of $80!

The free photo books are great, but when you have a lot of pictures, they don’t help much, since the per page rate over 20 pages is usually steep.

Note that shipping is not included and will run you $10.99.

Tip: I stayed up WAY too late last night working on my book and nearly cried when the coupon code didn’t bring my total down to $35. It kept showing up as $45. Well, I called customer service this morning (which is how I know that the code was extended!) and for some reason the “Remove Logo” box had been checked in my Settings. If you are getting a total of $45 and you know you haven’t selected any of the upcharge items, try checking if that’s your issue as well. I can’t wait to get our book (a retrospective of my son’s first 10 years – since he’s turning double digits soon!).

Crocs.com is running a great promotion right now.

Use the coupon code FRIENDS25 to get 25% off your entire order – including sale and clearance items. Plus, stack that coupon with JUNESHIP to get free shipping.

Let me know what deals you find, but I was able to get kids’ Crocs Baya Slides for just $11.24, shipped.

Codes are valid thru June 13, 2013.

Do you have a 6-12 month old at home?

Check out this deal I just found on Amazon for the Gerber Graduates Strawberry & Apple Puffs, 1.48-Ounce Canisters (Pack of 6).

It’s marked down to $8.11 (when you check out thru Subscribe & Save and have five active subscriptions in a month).

Even better, there’s a $.85 off coupon you can clip below the product description (make sure you’re logged in to your Amazon account and not on your phone, if you can’t see it).

That puts you at $7.26, shipped – or just $1.21 per package. My kiddos LOVED these puffs and I seem to recall being psyched to pay under $2 for a canister, so this price is a fantastic deal.

Especially since it ships to your home for FREE.

By the way, the $.85 off coupon is good on all the varieties, but the best deal right now is on the Strawberry & Apple flavor.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Ever feel like the universe is sending you a message?

I just got an email last night about this awesome Grain-Free ebook bundle sale. Since my Grain-Free posts have generated such interest, I figure a number of you will appreciate this deal.

Packed full of recipes, tips and inspiration, this collection of five ebooks will sell for just $7.40 — more than 85% off their retail price.

This bundle includes the following ebooks:

The Paleo Miracle by Joe Salama
The Paleo Snack Recipe Book by Suzanne Crawt
Eating Out and Traveling on the Paleo Diet by Aglaée Jacobs
Toadally Primal Smoothies by Primal Toad
Paleo Ice Cream by Ben Hirshberg

Here’s a run-down on what’s included in the bundle.

The Paleo Miracle by Joe Salama
In The Paleo Miracle, Joe shares a compilation of stories from people who have undergone a miraculous transformation in their health thanks to the paleo diet. The people featured in this ebook have eliminated or dramatically improved their symptoms of diseases like diabetes, heart disease, ADHD, Crohn’s, and many others — and in most cases have become completely medication-free — by eating real food. And in the process, they’ve learned that when your body is healthy inside, it will automatically look healthier on the outside to — losing body fat in the process!

The Paleo Snack Recipe Book by Suzanne Crawt
For those times when you need a snack, Suz’s Paleo Snack Recipe Book has more than 75 paleo-compliant snack recipes to help you stick to a paleo diet when hunger strikes! Each recipe includes a full-color photo and step-by-step instructions, with plenty of ideas that don’t require any cooking!

Eating Out and Traveling on the Paleo Diet by Aglaée Jacobs
In Eating Out and Traveling on the Paleo Diet, Aglaée shares tips and tools to help you avoid non-paleo ingredients away from home, so you can feel at your best at all times. You’ll find dozens of meal ideas, snack lists and recipes you can prepare on the road, as well as information about cross-contamination, the use of fasting as a tool while traveling, a paleo-friendly dessert guide and tips for explaining your food preferences in social settings, as well as various printables to help you simplify your travel diet.

Toadally Primal Smoothies by Primal Toad
In Toadally Primal Smoothies, Todd Dosenberry (aka the Primal Toad) shares more than 150 paleo and primal smoothie recipes, complete with substitution ideas and nutrition information! Discover tasty flavors like coconut egg nog and vanilla almond cappuccino and more.

Paleo Ice Cream by Ben Hirshberg
With 31 delicious, healthy and nutrient dense ice cream flavors, Paleo Ice Cream is your guilt-free ice cream handbook. Armed with a love of ice cream, Ben tested and created each flavor combination by replacing the problematic ingredients and chemicals found in conventional ice cream with healthier paleo-friendly options so that you can enjoy your dessert without feeling like you’re cheating!

Note that none of these authors are kosher-keeping (as far as I know). But the beauty of a paleo/primal/grain-free diet is that it’s largely dairy-free, too. Which means that it’s pretty easy to make these recipes kosher (barring the bacon .

This sale is good for one week only, so don’t miss out!

Since deciding last Tuesday, sort of on a whim, to try being grain-free for a month, I’ve been fumbling in the dark as far as what to cook.

Basically I’ve been eating a lot of vegetables and fruits, some cheese (like feta or parmesan on my salads), and grilled chicken.

Well in just five days, we blew thru almost $125 worth of produce and chicken from Costco. Oops! I’m thinking this grain-free thing might be a bit more expensive than the carby ways of yore, but I’ll fill you in as I figure it out.

I finally sat down today to make a detailed menu plan for the week, including breakfast, lunch and snacks (as well as dinner, of course).

Here’s what we’ll be hopefully eating this week. And note that since I’m not ready to turn grain-free cooking into a full-time profession, I’m sticking to simple 30-minute or less type dinners. Each week, I’ll experiment with one new recipe – which this will be these crackers from Elana’s Pantry.

Breakfasts

:: 3x Fruit smoothies (like my strawberry banana smoothie – hold the oatmeal; or my orange creamsicle smoothie) with a handful of spinach tossed in for good measure (I can’t quite stomach green smoothies yet, so I’m taking baby steps)

:: 2x 2-Egg & Veggie Omelettes, cooked in coconut oil

:: 2x Quinoa “cereal” (my friend Anne shared this recipe – and told me it lasts for several days, so my plan is to have this Friday and again on Saturday for breakfast)

Quinoa Cereal

3 tbsp chia seeds
1/3 cup dry quinoa
1 cup almond milk (add more if needed)
1 tsp vanilla
stevia to taste

Toppings options:

1 chopped banana
1/2 cup frozen blueberries
1 tbsp cacao nibs
1 tbsp goji berries

Mix the chia seeds, quinoa flakes, almond milk, stevia if using, and vanilla in a bowl and set in the fridge overnight. Add more almond milk in the morning if it’s too thick or pasty.

Top with fruit and nibs, and enjoy!

Lunches

:: 4x Huge salads with avocados, hard boiled eggs, feta cheese, steamed salmon, or grilled chicken. Lots of fresh veggies, olive oil, red wine vinegar and a smattering of walnuts

:: 3x Left-overs “stir-fried” up with a big batch of quinoa and any veggies I have in the fridge

Snacks

:: raw or roasted nuts

:: fresh strawberries & blueberries

:: carrots & hummus

:: apples (with peanut butter for an extra pick-me-up)

Dinners

:: Spaghetti (Squash) & Meatballs, big green salad (If you don’t know how to cook spaghetti squash, here’s a great tutorial – just ignore the butter & garlic part at the end)

:: Grain Free Burrito Bowl, ‘cuz I can’t live without Mexican!

:: Asian Turkey Burgers with mashed sweet potatoes and pickled vegetables

:: Cauliflower Pizza (Thursdays are pizza night and that’s sacred in our house!) topped with tons of veggies and mozzarella cheese

:: Unstuffed Cabbage, served over mashed cauliflower

:: Lemon chicken, roasted potatoes (for my kids & guests), tabouleh made with “cauliflower rice”, homemade hummus, cilantro pesto, grain-free crackers for dipping

Grain-Free Menu Plan Shopping List

If you are interested in replicating this menu plan, I’ve put together a comprehensive shopping list. You probably already have a lot of these ingredients on hand, so just cross those off the list.

Shopping list based on feeding 2-3 people
(Increase quantities as necessary for your family)

Fresh Produce

Bananas – at least 7

Blueberries – fresh or frozen (at least a pint’s worth)

Strawberries – fresh or frozen (at least two pint’s worth)

Oranges – at least 6

Apples – enough for snacking

Mango – fresh or frozen

Pineapple – fresh or frozen

Lemons (or lemon juice)

Limes

 

Avocados

Mixed Greens (I always give the big container at organic mixed greens Costco)

Romaine Lettuce

Fresh spinach (I always get the big container of organic spinach at Costco)

Cauliflower – at least 2-3 large heads, fresh

Broccoli – fresh or frozen

Mushrooms

Bell peppers

Spaghetti Squash – at least 1 large one

Cilantro – 2 large heads

Mint

Garlic

Ginger, Fresh

Baby Carrots

Cucumbers

Yellow or White Onions – at least 5

Green Cabbage – 1 large head

Tomatoes – for flavor, I like the grape tomatoes at Costco

Sweet potatoes

 

Dairy & Eggs

Eggs – at least 1 dozen

Hummus (Sabra brand is definitely gluten-free, and probably others are as well)

Mozzarella Cheese

Feta Cheese

Parmesan Cheese

 

Meat & Chicken

Chicken breasts – at least 4 (grill these up at the beginning of the week, and then put them away in your fridge to slice up for salads)

Ground beef – at least 2 pounds

Ground turkey – 1 pound

Roaster Chicken (whole chicken)

 

Nuts

Macadamia nuts (1/2 cup worth)

Almonds, roasted or raw, and walnuts for snacking and salads

Pumpkin Seeds (1/4 cup worth)

 

Pantry

Jarred Marinara Sauce (read your labels), or make your own LINK

Almond Flour (I got mine from Amazon’s Subscribe & Save program ; with my 20% off for having 5 active subscriptions it worked out to be $7.65/16 oz – $4 cheaper than at Vitacost)

Coconut Flour (It’s cheapest at Amazon with Subscribe & Save, but since this our first try baking with it, I decided to get just one bag at Vitacost for $4.41 on sale)

Sesame Seeds

Hemp Seeds (I bought them from Vitacost – they don’t need a hechsher)

Golden Flaxmeal (I got a huge bag at Costco, but you can get a one pound bag at Vitacost on sale for $3.31)

Chia Seeds (I got a huge bag at Costco)

Quinoa (Again, Costco)

Almond Milk (I bought them from Vitacost, but Trader Joe’s has their brand for under $2/carton and there are often coupons for almond milk)

Cacao Nibs (I bought from Vitacost)

Dried Beans (pinto, black, kidney or white – buy them early in the week, so you can cook them in advance in your slow cooker)

Dried Chickpeas (ditto cooking them in your slow cooker)

Crushed Tomatoes, 1 large can (2 if you’ll be making salsa)

Tomato Paste, 1 small can (you’ll have leftovers)

 

Spices, Oils & Condiments

Sea Salt

Vanilla

Stevia

Honey (Dr. Davis says no to honey, so you can sub in stevia)

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Coconut Oil

Red Wine Vinegar

Balsamic Vinegar

Garlic Powder

Chili Powder

Cumin

Italian Seasoning

Homemade salsa (will need one large can diced tomatoes and one small can of tomatoes with chilis)

Chicken Broth (I usually use Osem, but I’ll have to read the label before doing that)

So, tell me: What’s on your menu plan this week? 

Looking for an electronic toothbrush (we love ours!), but don’t want to spend $50 – $100 on one?

Here’s a great deal for you!

Amazon has the Philips Sonicare HX5610/30 Essence 5600 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush, White priced at $39.95, regularly $69.99, with free shipping.

Even better, there is a $4 off coupon you can click – bringing your total down to $35.95. That’s a screaming good deal on this toothbrush!

For even less expensive option, you can get the Philips Sonicare HX3351/02 Xtreme Battery Operated Toothbrush for $14.95 after coupon. This is a more “basic” model, but you can’t beat the price.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Do you need to fill out your collection of pots and pans?

Amazon has the highly rated Cuisinart 6354-24H Chef’s Classic Nonstick Hard-Anodized 4-Quart Chef’s Pan with Helper Handle and Glass Cover for only $28.24 with free shipping, regularly $40+.

If the price doesn’t come up for you right away, look over on the right under “More Buying Choices”.

Per the Amazon Price Tracker, this is the lowest price we’ve seen ever on this pan.

I love glass lids for cooking – I don’t have to take the lid off to see how the food’s doing!

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Maidenform is having their semi-annual $10 Bra Sale.

Even better, you can use a couple of coupon codes to pay just $8.50 each – and get FREE shipping

• Use SLKDEALFS13 for free shipping
• And use COUPSCP13 to save an additional 15% off

Here’s my Maidenform disclaimer: I presume you all realize this — but just in case… since this is a sale for bras, when you click the links above you will see pictures of women modeling said bras. If that makes you uncomfortable, please don’t click the links.

My Publisher is running an awesome deal on their photobooks for Father’s Day, but you’ll have to act fast to take advantage of it, since this coupon code ends today.

Get a classic hardcover book with up to 100 pages (!!) for only $35 when you use the promo code DADPAGES at checkout. That’s a savings of $80!

The free photo books are great, but when you have a lot of pictures, they don’t help much, since the per page rate over 20 pages is usually steep.

I’ve been working furiously on a photo book to commemorate my oldest son’s first decade (I can’t believe he’s about to turn 10!) and this coupon code will seriously save me a small fortune.

It’s that time. That time to shop at The Children’s Place – because there is coupon good for today only to save an additional 20% off your entire purchase plus get FREE shipping, no minimum.

Just enter T5G531 at checkout.

In addition to swimwear at 50% off, they also have a number of smoking hot deals on denim. Check the clearance section to find them.

Many of their boy- and girl-sized (4-14) jeans, including husky and slim, are on clearance for $9.99 minus 20% off for $7.99 – the lowest price I remember seeing in a very long time at The Children’s Place.

Baby jeans for both boys and girls will be $6.40 with the code!

Thanks for the heads-up about the jeans sale, Allison.

Update: Sorry folks. This is currently sold out. I’ll let you know when there’s another deal.

You can once again grab Tide Free and Gentle High Efficiency Unscented Detergent, 50 Ounce (Pack of 2)for just $9.90 when you clip the $1.50 off e-coupon and check out using Subscribe & Save.

And don’t forget that when you have five active subscriptions in a month, your savings will be bumped up to 20% from 5% – which means you’ll be paying just $4.05 per bottle!

All Subscribe & Save orders ship for free and you can cancel your subscription anytime after your order ships. Read my Subscribe & Save tutorial if you need more information.

If you’re looking for another order or two to bump you up to five total, check out this list of Subscribe & Save deals for under $3 (by the way, I’m working on updating this list for June, as per your requests.)

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Need to baby-proof your house?

P&G is giving away a Free Safety Latch Starter Kit when you complete this brief short request form on the P&G website.

Supplies are limited. One per household.

Wondering why I love free samples? Check out this post on small ways to save big.

Thanks, Swaggrabber.

If you have a big purchase in mind (tablet, printer, laptop, etc.) this is a great way to get a 20% discount on your purchase.

Even if you do your back-to-school shopping at Staples, this is a nice way to cut your costs.

You can buy up to a $250 gift and receive $50 in free e-Promo Cards – so no need to buy one $50 card at a time.

The free gift cards will be sent to the email you used to purchase the cards; it may take up to about 30 minutes.

You will see the free gift cards automatically added to your cart after adding the gift card to it, so no need to do anything special.

This special is running through 6/16. The ePromotional Card will be valid through 7/7/13.

Joe’s New Balance, the New Balance outlet store, has a great deal today only on Women’s New Balance 961 Running Shoes.

Regularly $109, they are sale for just $34.99 + $1 shipping (thru June 16th).

As with all running shoes, I suggest sizing up at least 1/2 a size, as athletic shoes generally need more room than your sandals or flats.

If you need some new running shoes for summer, this is a fantastic price.

Thru midnight tonight (6/9/13), Discount Magazines is having a huge sale on some of their most popular magazines. They’re calling it the Summer Kick-Off, but I just see dozens of subscriptions for as low as $3.99 each.

No coupon code required this time, just click on the relevant link below. (BH&G and Rachael Ray are especially exciting, since those are pretty rare deals – and popular with KOAB readers.)

• Family & Home Category
  • Better Homes & Gardens (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97, 4yrs: $19.96)
  • Every Day with Rachael Ray (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97, 4yrs: $19.96)
  • Family Circle (1yrs: $3.99, 2yrs: $7.98, 3yrs: $11.97, 4yrs: $15.96)
  • FamilyFun (1yrs: $3.99, 2yrs: $7.98, 3yrs: $11.97, 4yrs: $15.96)
  • Family Handyman (1yrs: $5.99, 2yrs: $11.98, 3yrs: $17.97)
  • Saveur (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
• Outdoor & Travel Category
  • Conde Nast Traveler (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Islands (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Outside (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98)
  • Vacations (1yrs: $6.99, 2yrs: $13.98, 3yrs: $20.97)
  • Backpacker (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Outdoor Life (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97, 4yrs: $19.96)
• Photography Category
  • Outdoor Photographer (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • American Photo (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Popular Photography (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Digital Photo (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
• Sports & Recreation Category
  • Boating World (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Fitness (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97, 4yrs: $19.96)
  • Golf Digest (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Tennis (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97, 4yrs: $19.96)
  • Transworld Surf (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Boating (1yrs: $4.99, 2yrs: $9.98, 3yrs: $14.97)
  • Surfer (1yrs: $3.99, 2yrs: $7.98, 3yrs: $11.97, 4yrs: $15.96)

You can get most of these for up to three years at that same rate — and it works for either new or renewing subscriptions. Or a gift for someone else.

This post contains affiliate links, which help to support Kosher on a Budget. For more information, see my disclosure policy.

Here are the best kosher deals at Walgreens this week.

A big thank you to Alli from Couponing for 4 for putting them together. Be sure to go check out her blog for the full Walgreens match-up.

New to deal shopping at Walgreens? Learn all the ins and outs in my tutorial on How to Shop & SAVE at Walgreens and the new Walgreens Balance Rewards program.

Apple iTunes Gift Card
Buy One, Get $5 Walgreens Gift Card
= Final price varies, but it’s like a $5 money maker

Schick Disposable Razors (3-12 pack), Edge, Skintimate or Schick Hydro Shave Cream or Gel or Schick Hydro or Quattro Titanium Razor System or Cartridges
Buy $20, Get 5,000 Balance Reward Points
- $5/1 Schick Xtreme3, Schick ST2 or ST3 Schick Slim Twin or Schick Quattro Disposable Razor Pack from 6/9 SS Insert
- B1G1 Edge Shave Gel Printable Coupon 
- $3/1 Schick Xtreme3 Disposable Razor Printable Coupon
- $6/2 Schick Xtreme3 Disposable Razor Printable Coupon
- $3/1 Schick Xtreme3, Schick ST2 or ST3 Schick Slim Twin or Schick Quattro Disposable Razor Pack from 6/9 SS Insert
- $4/1 Schick Hydro Silk Disposable Pack from 5/12 SS Insert
- $4/1 Schick Hydro 5 Disposable Pack from 6/9 SS Insert
- $2/1 Schick Quattro Disposables Pack from 5/19 SS Insert
- $4/1 Schick Hydro Silk Refill from 5/12 SS Insert
- $2/1 Schick Hydro Silk Razor or Refill from 5/12 SS Insert
- $2/1 Schick Hydro Power Select or Schick Hydro 3 or 5 Razor from 6/9 SS Insert
- $2/1 Schick Hydro 3 or 5 Refill from 6/9 SS Insert
- $.75/1 Schick Hydro Shave Gel from 6/9 SS Insert
- $2/1 Schick Quattro For Women Razor, Bikini Trimmer or Refill from 5/12 SS Insert
- $2/1 Schick Quattro Titanium Refill from 5/19 SS Insert
- $2/1 Schick Quattro Titanium Razor or Trimmer from 5/19 SS Insert
- $1/1 Edge Shave Gel or Cream from 5/19 SS Insert
- $.55/1 Edge Shave Gel or Cream from 5/19 SS Insert
- $1/1 Skintimate Shave Gel or Shave Creme from 5/19 SS Insert
- $.55/1 Skintimate Shave Gel or Shave Creme from 5/19 SS Insert

*Deal Idea*
Buy (4) Schick Slim Twin Disposable Razors, Sensitive for Men, with Vitamin E (4 pack) – $4.29 
Buy (2) Edge Shave Gel – $2.99
Buy $20, Get 5,000 Balance Reward Points
Use (3) $5/1 Schick from 6/9 SS Insert
Then use B1G1 Edge Shave Gel Printable Coupon
Then use $1/1 Edge from 5/19 SS Insert
= FREE + money maker after coupons and points

Colgate Total Advanced Toothpaste, Mouthwash, 360 Surround, Optic White, Floss Tip or Pro-Relief Toothbrush – $3.00
Buy Two, Get $2 RR
- (2) $2/1 Colgate Mouthwash from 6/2 SS Insert
- (2) $.75/1 Colgate Total Toothpaste Printable Coupon
- (2) $.75/1 Colgate Total Mouthwash Printable Coupon
- (2) $1/1 Colgate Mouthwash from 5/19 SS Insert
- (2) $1/1 Colgate 360 Manual Toothbrush from 6/2 SS Insert
- (2) $1/1 Colgate Toothpaste from 6/2 SS Insert
= As low as FREE after coupons and RR

Glade Plugins Warmer, Spray or Decor Scents Refills – $1.00
- $1/1 Glade Plug-Ins Scented Oil Warmer Printable Coupon
- $1/1 Glade Plug-Ins Scented Oil Warmer or Starter Kit Printable Coupon
- $1/2 Glade Decor Scents Holder or Refills Printable Coupon
- $1/1 Glade PlugIns Scented Oil Warmer or Starter Kit Printable Coupon
- $1/2 Glade Decor Scents Holder or Refills from 5/5 SS Insert
= As low as FREE after coupon

Yardley Bar Soap – $.79
Use $1/4 from 5/12 SS Insert
= $.54 each after coupon when you buy 4

Gain or Ajax Dishwashing Liquid – $.89
Use $.25/1 Gain Dishwashing Liquid from 5/12 PG Insert
Or use $.20/1 Gain Dishwashing Liquid from 5/12 PG Insert
= As low as $.64 after coupon

Clorox Concentrated Liquid Bleach – $2.50
Buy Two, Get 1,000 Balance Rewards Points
Use (2) $.50/1 Clorox Bleach Printable Coupon
= $1.50 each after coupons and points

Are you planning a Walgreens run this week? What’s on your list?

Here are the best kosher deals that I see at CVS this week, with thanks to Barbara from Clipper Girl for putting these together. Be sure to visit her blog for the full match-up.

If you’re new to bargain shopping at CVS, read my How to Shop at CVS Tutorial.

Bayer Contour or Contour EZ Blood Glucose Monitoring System – $10.00
Buy One, Get $10 ECB (Limit 1)
Use $5/1 Bayer Contour Meter Printable Coupon (Must have a prescription)
= FREE after coupon and ECB

Colgate Toothpaste, Manual Toothbrush, or Total Mouthwash – $2.99
Buy Two, Get $2 ECB (Limit 2)
- (2) $.75/1 Colgate Total Toothpaste Printable Coupon
- (2) $.75/1 Colgate Total Mouthwash Printable Coupon
- (2) $2/1 Colgate Mouthwash from 6/2 SS Insert
- (2) $1/1 Colgate Mouthwash from 5/19 SS Insert
- (2) $1/1 Colgate 360 Manual Toothbrush from 6/2 SS Insert
- (2) $1/1 Colgate Toothpaste from 6/2 SS Insert
= As low as FREE after coupons and ECB

Biore Make Up Removing Towelettes (1o count) – $2.99
Buy Two, Get $5 ECB (Limit 8 )
Use (2) $1/1 Biore Product Printable Coupon
= FREE after coupons and ECB

Chex Mix or Gardetto’s – $2.00
Buy Two, Get $2 ECB (Limit 1)
Use (2) $.60/1 Chex Mix Printable Coupon
Or use (2) $.50/1 Chex Mix Printable Coupon
= As low as $.40 each after coupons and ECB

Coke Products (2 Liter) – $.99
Check CVS price-checker (“magic coupon machine”) for reported $.25/1 Coke coupon
= $.74 after coupon

Pantene, Herbal Essences, or Aussie Hair Care – $2.99
Buy Two, Get $1 ECB (Limit 2)
- $3/2 Pantene Product from 6/2 PG Insert
- $2/2 Pantene Products Printable Coupon
- $2/2 Pantene Product Printable Coupon
- $1/2 Pantene Product from 5/12 PG Insert
- $1/2 Herbal Essences or Aussie Product from 5/12 PG Insert
- $1/2 Herbal Essences Shampoo, Conditioner, Styling Aid or Treatment from 6/2 PG Insert
- (2) $0.50/1 Aussie Product from 6/2 PG Insert
- $1.50/2 Aussie Product from 6/2 PG Insert
= As low as $.98 each after coupon and ECB

Pampers Jumbo Packs – $9.99
Buy One, Get $3 ECB (Limit 1)
- $2/1 Pampers Easy Ups Trainers Printable Coupon
- $1.50/1 Pampers Cruisers Diapers Printable Coupon
- $1.50/1 Pampers Swaddlers Diapers Printable Coupon
- $1.50/1 Pampers Baby Dry Diapers Printable Coupon
- $2/1 Pampers Easy Ups Trainers Printable Coupon
- $1.50/1 Pampers Cruisers, Extra Protection or Baby Dry Diapers Printable Coupon
- $1.50/1 Pampers Swaddlers Diapers Printable Coupon
- $1.50/1 Pampers Baby Dry Diapers Printable Coupon
= As low as $4.99 after coupon and ECB

Are you planning a CVS run this week? What’s on your list?

I asked on Friday on Facebook if there might be some interest in my writing a series of posts about grain-free and setting up some reader-based support for others thinking of going (or already living) grain-free.

There was an overwhelmingly positive response, so here goes!

First things, first, I have set up a Facebook group called KOAB Grain-Free & Clean Eaters for those of you interested in hanging out with some other like-minded grain-free eaters. You don’t have to be grain-free yet to join; in fact, you don’t even have to be certain that you intend to become grain-free. But you do have to be willing to be positive and supportive in your comments to the group. (Meaning: Don’t be mean or snarky. If it’s hard and you’re feeling negative about your path, that’s a-ok to share.)

The group is “closed”, so you’ll need to request to join. I’ll try to approve you all as quickly as possible, but definitely within 24 hours. At some point, I may change the status to “secret”, if it seems that people want even more privacy.

Now, if you’re interested (or just gawking at my crazytown self that has decided to eliminate my favorite food group for a while), here’s what’s gotten in to me.

My husband has been trying to convince me for months to go paleo.

Frankly, I’ve not been interested, AT ALL, because (a) I love carbs, (b) I love dairy and (c) I don’t particularly like meat and chicken. Clearly not a candidate for the paleo lifestyle.

However, I’ve also been feeling like the wagon I fell off of in the dead of the winter was calling my name. That wagon led me to lose 30 pounds since last July and get into good enough shape that I could do 10 REAL push-ups in a row.

But by February, I was working out less, eating more, and had started drinking Coca-Colas again. (I know. I know. Don’t yell at me, I know.)

Not surprisingly, I gained back 5-7 of those pounds. More than the scale, though, I didn’t like the way I felt: bloated, tired, sluggish, headachey.

So, despite my complete and total disinterest in going paleo, I was feeling like something needed to change.

I say all of this to set the stage for why I was so susceptible to what came next.

My husband (yes, him again!) sees a preventative cardiologist. He has a family history of heart disease and Type 2 Diabetes; and already in his mid 30s, he had been diagnosed with high blood pressure and cholesterol.

So, he started seeing this amazing preventative cardiologist, who helped get him turned around. He’s lost weight, started working out more regularly, and has become seriously convinced that we should all eat like the cavemen did.

Once a quarter, his doctor hosts these city-wide Healthy Heart Happy Hours. And the one last Tuesday featured a lecture by Dr. William Davis, author of the very popular book, Wheat Belly.

Frankie really wanted me to go with him. I think he was hoping I’d see the light.

Ha! Little did he know.

I’ve totally drunk the grain-free Kool-Aid.

I still need to read the whole book, but there were a number of things that Dr. Davis said in his lecture that convinced me to give going grain-free a one-month trial.

I’ll be honest and say that I’m not 100% certain that the long-term science on this is going to prove that grains are the root of all evil, but here’s what did resonate with me:

We all know about celiac disease and gluten-sensitivity (two different things, but both of which have led a growing number of people to abstain from gluten-containing products).

But beyond gluten, wheat has three other MAJOR issues:

#1. Wheat has been modified significantly, particularly in the last forty years, to create a sort of “super wheat” – hardier, more prolific and cheaper for the food industry to produce. I know this sounds all conspiracy theory-ish, but given the genetically modified news that’s out there today, this point resonated.

#2. More convincing than the modifications, though, is the fact that wheat — even in its original form thousands of years ago — contains gliadin. (At this point, let me take a step back and say, I’m obviously not a nutritionist or a doctor. And I fully admit that my understanding of the science behind this is rudimentary at best. I’m just sharing what I understood Dr. Davis to be saying. Feel free to correct me if I got something wrong.) Gliadin has this crazy opiod-like property that stimulates hunger, big time, in otherwise normal, healthy people. So, you know how you feel like if you have one cookie, you’ll eat the whole bag? And then still be hungry? That’s the gliadin!

#3. Wheat, even “heart-healthy whole wheat”, spikes your blood sugar like crazy. In fact, the glycemic index of whole wheat bread is HIGHER than that of table sugar, which is just crazy.

According to Dr. Davis, when people stop eating wheat, they start consuming up to 40% less calories in a day. Because they feel satiated and don’t feel that compulsion to eat (and eat and eat). Sign me up for that.

Plus, they are avoiding those blood sugar spikes, which means their overall health is in a better position. BTWs, the blood sugar issue is why he says we should also avoid all grains, not just wheat.

(If you want more information, without committing to read his whole book, start with this post on his Wheat Belly blog.)

Now, I’m sure there are plenty of people calling grain-free lifestyles a fad. Just like twenty years ago, we were told to eat low fat foods and so we all ate low-fat Snackwells and look where that got us.

But skepticism aside, what Dr. Davis said about both the gliadin issue and the blood sugar issue really resonated with me.

So much so that I told Frankie on the way home from the lecture that I’d be willing to try going grain-free for a month.

Note: I did not commit to giving up dairy (no way, no how) – Dr. Davis doesn’t even recommend it. And honestly, I’m not planning on eliminating beans, lentils and other legumes either (although apparently Dr. Davis and the whole paleo-world say to do so).

Especially as I’m figuring out what to eat instead of bread, pasta, and rice (oh, yeah, Dr. Davis says to eliminate rice, too – due to those sugar spikes, but I will be using brown rice sparingly), I’m gonna need those legumes.

So four days in and I’ve become completely grain-free, with the exception of two very tiny bites of challah for Shabbat.

(By the way, I also haven’t had a Coke. Honestly, that’s probably the hardest – because there were some afternoons when that fountain coke felt like my last grasp on sanity. Some of you may know what I mean.)

Since Wednesday, I’m down a pound – which is a very fast weight-loss for me.

But more than that, I feel different. Let me be clear – it’s not a miracle. I still am getting my headaches, and the afternoon lull is still rearing its ugly head. But my belly isn’t distended and crampy all the time. I’m not about to call it flat, but it’s definitely far less poochy.

Even more noticeable is that I’m not as hungry, and I’m shockingly not craving the junk. The Cokes, yes, those I’m craving, but each afternoon, I just make a deal with myself that I only have to not have one today.

Regarding my kids’ eating, since some have already asked, they will be eating whatever I cook for dinner and lunch, but their breakfast and snacks will still have grain. We’ll see how I do this month before I decide if I want to try to rope them into this.

As for what it is that I’m cooking, I’m honestly fumbling in the dark on that, so I’m working right now on a one-week menu plan, which I’ll share with you on Monday. I’ve also started a Pinterest board with grain-free recipes. Please feel free to check it out!

For those of you who are interested in making some changes to your diet, I hope these grain-free posts will be interesting and helpful. For those of you who think you’d rather give up your right arm than your bowl of spaghetti, believe me, I hear you. In fact, I’d have said the same thing five days ago before I drank that darn Kool-Aid! So rest assured, grain-free won’t be taking over the blog – you’ll still get all the deals and money-saving tips you came for.

I welcome those of you who have gone grain-free to share in the comments. I know there are many of us interested in your stories!

And please do consider joining the grain-free Facebook group.

Ever feel like the deals fly so fast and so furiously around here, that you miss out on half the good stuff?

Here is your weekly round-up of the best Amazon Deals from the past week, which are still available.

Baby Deals:

Pampers Splashers Diapers – As low as $5.19 with Subscribe & Save and $2 eCoupon (and 5 active subscriptions in a month)

Household Cleaning Deals:

Tide Laundry Detergent, 50 Ounce (Pack of 2) – $4.70 each, Shipped with Subscribe & Save and $2 eCoupon (or $4.05 each with 5 active subscriptions!)

Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Cleaner Cleaning Pads – $6.15 Shipped with Subscribe & Save (or $5.18 with five active subscriptions in a month!)

Bounty Huge Select-A-Size Rolls (12 Pack) – $22.38 Shipped with Subscribe & Save and $7 eCoupon (or $17.74 with 5 active subscriptions in a month!)

Appliance Deals:

Dyson DC26 Multi Floor Compact Canister Vacuum Cleaner – $249.00 Shipped (Reg. $399.00)

Kindle Deals:

Save $20 on Kindle Fire HD or HD 8.9″ through June 8th - From $179

FREE eBook: Happily Ever After – Six Secrets to a Successful Marriage (Reg. $15.99)

FREE eBook: Vegan Indian Cooking – 140 Simple and Healthy Vegan Recipes (Reg. $19.95)

FREE eBook: Weber’s Time to Grill – Get In. Get Out. Get Grilling. (Reg. $19.95)

And don’t forget about this extensive list of Subscribe & Save Items for under $3. This should help you get to that 20% discount when you have 5 active subscriptions in a month.

Unless otherwise noted, shipping is free on all of these items with your Amazon Prime account – or when you spend $25+ with Super Saver Shipping.

Amazon pricing can change on a dime, so please confirm prices before you check-out.

Every Friday, Swagbucks hands out bonus bucks for searching. You can easily win double digits, and sometimes even triple digits, just for doing the searches you’d be doing anyway.

Not sure how it works? You simply sign up for Swagbucks then use Swagbucks as your search engine. The very nice people at Swagbucks reward you with ‘bucks for doing your searches.

Best I can tell, these are awarded randomly, but the more you search, the more you win.

My favorite, of course, is the $5 Amazon Gift Card, which costs just 450 swagbucks. I’ve found that with  normal searching, you can earn one or two of these a month.

And if you want to earn faster, there are lots of ways to do that, too. Just read this post on how to earn even more Swagbucks.

Don’t forget that thru the end of the month, when you earn at least 50 Swagbucks, you’ll be automatically entered to win a $25 Amazon Gift Card.

If you’re new to Swagbucks, you can sign up now and get a bonus 70 points when you use the promo code KOSHER70.This is in addition to the 30 that everyone normally gets for signing up — which makes a total of 100 bonus points.

As you’re signing up, be sure to click where it says, “I have a sign up code” — that’s where you enter KOSHER70.

Just a reminder that today is the last day to take advantage of Vistaprint’s fantastic offer for a $6  custom t-shirt with free shipping.

Vistaprint t-shirts are 100% pre-shrunk cotton and come in sizes S to XXL, with 36 designs to choose from. You can also select women’s cut t-shirts for a small upcharge.

Or you can upload your own photo for FREE (regularly $2.75) if you want to completely customize your T.

Still struggling with what to get for Father’s Day? A custom T could a great gift.

Note that at checkout, you should select “No Thanks” when they ask, “This order qualifies you to receive our exclusive email offers and discounts. Want to opt-in?”

Select the slowest shipping to get it for free. In my experience, Vistaprint ships much faster than estimated, so I think you’ll be good to have it in time for Father’s Day. (I’m not making a guarantee here, just speaking from my own experience.)

Today, June 7th, Starbucks will be selling Iced Coffee or Tea for only $1.

Refreshers are included in this promo as well, but I seem to recall that they aren’t kosher.

This might be a more grown-up friendly option to all those free doughnuts.