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2 FREE PhotoBooks

2010-05-18T08:17:00.002-07:00

Get two FREE 4 x 4 Hardcover (Black Linen) 20-page Photo Books from RitzPix.com TODAY only.

Shipping is just $1.99 per book. You have until 7pm Pacific Time to redeem your books. Use code: PROMO4X4 at checkout.

Walgreens 5/16 - 5/22

2010-05-17T15:36:00.007-07:00

Here are some of the best deals this week at Walgreens you may want to check out. Please ask me if you have questions, Walgreens tends to be tricky sometimes, and/or you might want to check out Walgreens Tips and Tricks.

Stride Shift Gum - $1

Use Buy 1 Get 1 FREE from 5/16 SmartSource

Stack with $1 off 2 from Walgreens May Coupon Book (located near door)

Total = 2 FREE

Gillette or Old Spice Body Wash - $4.49

Use Buy 1 Get 1 FREE from 4/18 or 5/16 RedPlum (Old Spice)

And/or use Buy 1 Get 1 FREE from 5/2 P&G or 5/16 SmartSource (Gillette)

And/or use Buy 1 Deodorant get 1 BodyWash FREE from 5/2 P&G

Spend $4.49 out of pocket

Receive $4.50 Register Reward

Net Total = 2 FREE

*or if you're really ambitious, also use a $2 off the deodorant from the 5/16 RedPlum which would turn this scenario into a moneymaker.

Right Guard Deodorant - Buy 1 Get 1 FREE ($3.99 each)

Use $3 off 2 HERE

Total = $.50 each

Veet Hair Removal Gel - $6.99

Use $3 off HERE or HERE

Stack with $3 off from Walgreens May Coupon Book

Total = $.99

Oscar Mayer Deli Creations - $1.99 (must use in-ad coupon)

Use $1 off HERE

Total = $.99

Hefty One Zip Bags - Buy 1 Get 1 FREE ($3.29 each)

Use $1 off 2 HERE

Total = $1.15 each

Lysol Toilet Bowl Cleaner - Buy 1 Get 1 FREE ($2.99 each)

Use (2) $1 off Lysol HERE

Total = $.99 each

OFF Clip On Mosquito Protection - $8.99

Use Buy 1 Get 1 Free HERE

Use $2 off HERE

Stack with $2 off from Walgreens May Coupon Book (will deduct $4)

Total = $1.50 each (assuming you buy 2)

$3 off Huggies on Facebook

2010-05-14T13:43:00.003-07:00

It looks like the $3 off coupon for Huggies on Facebook is back to print as well.

Mega Swagbucks Day!

2010-05-14T08:24:00.006-07:00

Yes, it's Friday again which means here is your reminder to USE Swagbucks as your search engine if you are forgetting so you can redeem those bucks for Amazon, Starbucks......or whatever!

On Fridays you have higher odds of winner larger amounts of "bucks" so get searching! I just won 33 bucks for my second "search" of the day.

Sign up for Swagbucks if you haven't yet to start earning free stuff, or you can read my previous post for a more detailed explanantion.

New Huggies Coupon

2010-05-14T08:06:00.002-07:00

To all my mommy friends out there, there are two new $3 off Huggies coupon available. This is a very high value coupon you'll want to print each one twice - if you don't have babies, print it for someone who does...they will thank you!

Brunswick - Kids Bowl FREE

2010-05-13T09:47:00.002-07:00

All children ages 12 and under are eligible for one FREE game of bowling EVERY day in June, July and August!

All you have to do is join Brunswick BonusZone and list their birthdays. Or, if you are already a member, just update your profile with their birthdays. Each week throughout the summer, they will send you the coupons through email so you can print and take them along.

Seems like a good deal to me - if you have more than one child and/or can meet up with friends (or cousins - Ethan and Ella!) they can bowl together all summer long!

Border's - FREE Kid's Book

2010-05-13T09:43:00.003-07:00

If you have children under 12, you can start planning to head to Border's this summer for a FREE book.

All they have to do is read 10 books (any 10 they want) and fill out the form which can be printed from the website. A parent must sign the form and then you turn it in to Border's in exchange for a free book. Offer is good all the way through August 26th.

Shape Magazine - 1 Year for $1.99

2010-05-13T09:39:00.003-07:00

You can get a year subscription to Shape Magazine for just $1.99 through Tanga.
Enter code: shape at checkout for discount.

Krispy Kreme - $2 Doughnuts

2010-05-13T09:09:00.002-07:00

Arizona Krispy Kreme's are offering a dozen doughnuts for $2 all day long...TODAY only in honor of their 2 year anniversary.

Find your location here.

Coupons to Print

2010-05-13T09:01:00.005-07:00

Here are a few more coupons you may want to add to your collection before they are gone. Remember, most coupons can be printed twice - just click the "back" button on your browser.

Dr Pepper Products - $.60 off

(If you're not going to use this coupon, print it for me!! :D )

Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Meat - $1 off

Just answer the one little question to get your coupon

Biore Skincare - $2 off

Treseme - Buy One Get One FREE

Coffee Bean - FREE Ice Blended Drink

2010-05-11T08:21:00.004-07:00

On your way home today, you might want to stop by Coffee Bean for a FREE 12oz Ultimate Blended Drink. Today only, between 4pm and 7pm you can pick up Ultimate Honey-Kissed, Ultimate Caramel or Ultimate Dark Chocolate Ice Blended drinks - no coupon needed.

Today is THE day for freebies!

Grab your FREE iced coffee at Dunkin Donuts on your way to work, pick up your bagel and cream cheese from Einstein's, stop by QT for a 32oz drink and your last caffeine pick up is waiting for you at Coffee Bean.

Einstein's - FREE Bagel

2010-05-10T15:40:00.002-07:00

Once again, for the 3rd week in a row, Einstein's is offering another FREE bagel and cream cheese when you are a fan of theirs on facebook. The coupon is good through May 16th - Enjoy!

QuickTrip - FREE Soda

2010-05-10T14:00:00.001-07:00

Head to QuickTrip on Facebook to get a FREE 32oz Soda Tomorrow.

Walgreens 5/9 - 5/15

2010-05-10T11:02:00.003-07:00

Here are just a few freebies this week at Walgreens:

Shick Hydro 3 or 5 Blade System - $7.99

Use $5 off from 5/9 SmartSource

Receive a $5 Register Reward

Net Total = $2 MoneyMaker

(*if you have TWO $5 coupons from the paper, there is a great deal at Target for these too. Update soon.)

EOS Ultra Moisturizing Shaving Cream - $2.99

Receive a $3 Register Reward

Net Total = FREE

Soft Scrub - Buy One Get One Free

Use Buy One Get One Free HERE (you have to register and verify your email)

Total = 2 FREE

**some Walgreens are sticklers and don't understand their own system. You CAN use a Buy one get one free with a Walgreens Buy One Get One sale. (The manufacturer will REIMBURSE Walgreens for the coupon and their own store is putting the other one up for free. If you have any questions, just ask)

Walgreens Tips and Tricks

Dunkin Donuts - FREE Iced Coffee

2010-05-10T10:58:00.002-07:00

Dunkin Donuts is offering a FREE small iced coffee tomorrow, May 11, with no purchase necessary.

See more details HERE.

Wacky Mac Pasta Coupon

2010-05-10T10:56:00.002-07:00

There is a $.50 off Wacky Mac Pasta right now which after it is doubled, will be free at Safeway.

More Coupons to Print

2010-05-07T16:41:00.004-07:00

Here's a few more coupons you might want to print before they are gone:

Wheatables - (another one) $1.50 off

*again at Target they are usually around $2.50

Spot Shot Pet Stain and Odor Remover - $3 off

* Right around $3 for a bottle at Target

Bic Stationary Products - $1

* look for clearanced items, pens/pencils/etc

Little Swimmers - $1.50 off

* Stack with Target $1.50 off for $3 off

Snikiddy Snacks - FREE Coupon

Mega Swagbucks Friday!

2010-05-07T09:00:00.002-07:00

Just a reminder to USE Swagbucks today if you are not quite in the habit yet. On Fridays, you have higher odds of winner higher amounts of "bucks." And very soon, you can trade in those bucks for Amazon giftcards, Starbucks giftcards or whatever else you have your eye on!

If you are not signed up yet, read my previous post on how to get 50 bucks just for joining (until Noon Pacific Time, after that, you will get 30 for joining) and more details on how to earn FREE stuff just for searching online.

More Facebook Coupons

2010-05-07T08:35:00.004-07:00

Here are a few more coupons you might want to snatch up off of Facebook:

Nabisco 100 Calories - Buy One Get One FREE

Lindsey Olives - $1 off

*these sometimes go on sale for right around $1

Armor All - $2 off

* at Target, Armor All Wipes and Tire Shine are just $4 until 5/8

Buy 1 Armor All Wipes or Tire Shine at $4
Buy 1 Armor All Tire Protectant at $$7.99
Use two $2 off Coupons
Pay $7.99 (plus tax)
Submit for FREE Armor All Tire Protectant rebate for $7.99
Total = Both items FREE!

** You can find more Facebook offers here. Please note, some may be expired. **

5 FREE PhotoBooks

2010-05-06T09:01:00.002-07:00

Artscow is offering 5 FREE 30-paged photobooks.

Enter code 5PBKS88 to claim your 8 x 8 books by May 14th. You will then have 30 days to use all your credits. (Shipping is $7.99 on each book.)

You will need to download the Artscow software, and once you do, you can work pretty quickly on the books. You can even do "auto fill" in just minutes if you don't want to be too creative.

A Few Tips I've Learned

2010-05-06T08:43:00.003-07:00

I just wanted to pass along a few tips I've learned the last couple weeks on more ways to save money. And you probably already do at least one of these things already, but for me, all three of these are brand new and I'm pretty excited about them.

1.) The Oriental Supermarket - This one I owe a big thanks to my sister Cheri. Not only have I been learning how to cook a little bit better (again, thank you Cheri) but now I've found the best deals on vegetables. All kinds of lettuce and spinach (as well as yummy yam leaves), carrots, sprouts, cucumbers, garlic and so much more at great prices! I personally went to Lee Lee's, but I'm sure there's plenty more out there.

2.) The Fruit Market - This thanks goes to Doug. There is a little indoor market on Main just east of Greenfield in Mesa that has THE best prices I have ever seen on fruit. Strawberries are 3 clamshells for $1, blueberries are 2 for $1, grapes 3lbs for $1, blackberries, bananas....you name it, they got it. I noticed most of their vegetables were higher than Lee Lee's as well as some sale prices at grocery stores, and their other items like bread, milk and eggs were high as well, but the fruit was unbeatable. For $10 (or even less) you could load a whole cart full. If you aren't near Mesa, look out for fruit markets in your area - watch for signs on the side of the road to point you in the right direction.

3.) The Library - Now I know this is nothing new. And I've heard from so many people how great it is, I don't know why we don't do it more often! Of course there's books, but the real deal I would say is on their movie library. Redbox and Blockbuster are great, especially with free codes, but at the library, you can rent up to 10 movies at one time and you have a full week to return them. Plus, you can even reserve up to 10 movies on your card so they are waiting for you as soon as someone returns them. Movies at home? I don't think it can get better than that.

Bruegger's Bagels - FREE Bagel and Cream Cheese

2010-05-06T08:39:00.002-07:00

Bruegger's Bagels is offering a FREE bagel and cream cheese if you "Like" them on their Facebook page. Enter in your email and the coupon will be sent to you to print.

Mom's FREE Admission to Museums

2010-05-06T08:34:00.002-07:00

This Sunday, The Arizona Science Center and the Phoenix Children's Museum are celebrating moms with FREE general admission.

Admission for kids is $10 for the Science Center and $9 for the Children's Museum. If you haven't been, or if it's been too long, here's your chance to go for half price!

FREE 8 x 10 Collage at Walgreens

2010-05-06T08:17:00.002-07:00

Walgreens is once again offering a FREE 8 x 10 Collage using the coupon code GOODTHOUGHTS through Saturday, May 8th. Choose "in store" pick up and your total will be $0.00.

You can design your collage using just 1 photo and up to 20 total photos plus you can personalize it with words as well. I've done these before and they turned out cute. Especially for FREE! Or for $.99 you can ship the collage to someone....maybe a good Mother's Day present?

Coupons to Print

2010-05-05T22:40:00.004-07:00

Here are some coupons you may want to print with a special note to get the newest Einstein's Bagel FREE bagel/cream cheese coupon, I will try to update more soon!

*Remember most coupons can be printed twice.

Kashi Granola Bars - $1.50 off 2

Wheatables - $1.50

*you can usually find these at Target for around $2.50 or so

Listerine Whitening Rinse - $2 off

*NO size restrictions

Totinos - $1 off 2

Scotch Coupons - Various

Coupons.com

Yoplait Greek Yogurt - $.30 off

* at Fry's for $1.10 - with coupon, they would be just $.20 each

Digiorno - $1 off