Straight A Savings

Another $1.99 Burrito day at Baja Fresh!!

2009-11-20T20:48:00.003-06:00

Another reason why Black Friday is my favorite holiday:

On 11/27 from 11am-8pm Baja Fresh will be having $1.99 burritos! You have to become a friend of Baja Fresh on Facebook. RSVP for the event here. You'll need to print out a flier to get the deal!

Baja Fresh does this about once a month!

Microsoft Office... FREE

2009-11-18T17:41:00.004-06:00

You can download Microsoft Office Beta for FREE!!!!
Just go to Microsoft.com

Thanks to my brother Mark for telling me about this fantastic freebie!

Some New Printable Coupons for In-Store savings!

2009-11-18T11:39:00.004-06:00

Apparently Neiman Marcus has a new store that is geared towards the teen and twenty-something age group. It is called CUSP. There is a coupon out now which gets you $25 off of your in-store purchase. There are two locations in the Chicagoland area. One at Northbrook Court and the other on Michigan Avenue. This coupon is good 11/18-11/29!

Aeropostale has a new in-store Or online coupon for 30% off your entire purchase! It doesn't seem to exclude sales and clearance merchandise either, so this coupon could make for some great deals! This one starts tomorrow (11/19) and expires 11/22.

Victoria's Secret Pink Nation has a new coupon for $10 off your purchase of $50 or more! Sign up for PINK Nation here! Additionally, I got an e-mail stating that Pink Sweat Shirts and Sweatpants are on sale for $25 now through 11/25! (That's 1/2 off!) So if you bought one pair of sweatpants, and one sweatshirt you could use the coupon and only pay $40!!

In additon to all of the PINK deals, The e-mail I got also said that you receive a FREE "The Lacie" panty cupcake when you spend $30. (valid until 11/22)

I think you could probably combine all 3 of these deals to get a sweatshirt, sweatpants, and a free panty for $40 (+tax).

Happy Shopping!

Freebie roundup 11/17

2009-11-17T15:08:00.004-06:00

Here are some Freebies I've come across today:

Printable Target Coupon for a Free Steaz 16oz Organic Iced Tea

Here are two new free samples for feminine products through Walmart.com:

Free Sample of Alwa ys Infinity (This is a new link, through Walmart.com, so if you previously requested a sample through Always.com or Beinggirl.com you can still request this one!).

Free Sample of Tampax Pearl (Again, this is a new link, so request away!)

Free Sample of Stacy's Pita Chips courtesy of All You magazine.

This doesn't connect w/any savings whatsoever...

2009-11-15T02:16:00.001-06:00

But... When you go out and have a good time...
(especially if you're drinking...)
Make sure someone buys your drinks...

and gives you a ride home!
(it's economical and safe!!)

Survive a breakup and save money

2009-11-14T14:00:00.002-06:00

This is the first installment of my Break-up survival guide. You can still save money when your heart is broken.

1. Rent movies.
Some people like adding insult to injury by renting chick flicks, others want something funny. Here are some ways to get free video rentals for whatever kind of movies you like.

Inside Redbox posts a whole bunch of codes that you can use for a free night rental. Currently there are 3 codes that are working:
DVDONME
BREAKROOM
DVDATWAG (This one is only good at Walgreen's locations)

These codes will work once per credit card, so if you have multiple cards you can use them multiple times.

When you go to rent your Redbox movie click on the button that says "Rent with a Promo Code" and it'll ask you for the code right away.

Redbox.com has a couple of opportunities for free rentals as well. When you sign up for e-mail updates you will get a free rental code (one code per e-mail you provide). If you sign up for SMS updates (texts) they will generally send out a free rental code valid for only the first Monday every month.

If you don't want to mess around with promo codes or DVD kiosks, you could also consider hitting up your local library. Many libraries rent DVDs, CDs, and some even rent video games!

Once you have your movies in hand, call up the friends that you've neglected over the past few days/weeks/months/years and see if they want to watch them with you. If they don't... screw them... make some new friends!

Free Itunes sampler

2009-11-13T10:39:00.002-06:00

Become a fan of ITunes on Facebook and you get a free 2009 fall sampler with 20 songs!

This is valid for U.S. Facebook fans only. You will need to have the latest version of ITunes installed, and will have to allow ITunes' Facebook extension to access your account.

40% off 7 for all Mankind Jeans!!!!!

2009-11-12T12:01:00.004-06:00

7 For All Mankind Jeans has an AWESOME online deal right now!

For those of you that swear by these jeans, it's time to stock up!

Go to 7forallmankind.com and get 40% off and free shipping with the following code: 7FAMILY

How awesome is that? The offer goes through 11/15. I would go ASAP before the stuff you want sells out!

Thanks Hip2Save.com!

50 FREE photocards from FujiFilm!

2009-11-11T15:33:00.003-06:00

Just in time for the holidays FujiFilm is offering 50 free 4x8 or 5x7 photocards on their website SeeHere.com. Shipping is included! The code to get this sweet offer is: freebies4mom-1109. Try typing it in if you have trouble copying and pasting it!
Thanks to MashupMom.com for the heads up!

Now, I realize that most people in the 20 something age group wouldn't really have a need for these, so I've come up with a couple uses:

1) Get your brothers and sisters to dress up and have a friend take a picture. Upload this picture and use it for your photocard. Surprise your parents with the family photocard, and mail your 50 free photocards to your aunts, uncles, and grandparents. You know they would love to hear from you, and they don't have to know that they were free...

2) Use them as invitations! Are you thinking about having a "Bad Sweater Party" around Christmas? Planning a New Years eve shindig? Find a cool picture, add the caption "Come to my party" and fill in the details once you get them in the mail!

3) Fraternity/Sorority uses: This would be a FREE way to send out holiday photocards to other sororities and fraternities on campus, other chapters across the country, and to your headquarters! (So, if each of the members in your organization made an account, they would each get 50 free... this adds up! You could send a photocard to everyone you know!)

Additionally, they would also make great THANK YOU CARDS after a fundraiser or to solicit funds for an upcoming project.

Or, if you're feeling less formal... they would be a fun way to distribute hilarious photos of that drunken night that your roommate blacked out....

Some new freebies!

2009-11-11T11:58:00.003-06:00

Free Martha Stewart Thanksgiving Cookbook Download courtesy of Sirius radio.

Free MP3 download of a CMA nominated artist

Click Here for a list of available songs!
(I'm not the hugest fan of country music, but I do have a fondness for Taylor Swift and there are a whole bunch of her songs available!)

Free Cloud Antivirus software download from Panda securities.

$25 off of $50 at Express!!

2009-11-11T11:47:00.002-06:00

Here is an awesome high-value text message coupon!

Text the word EXPLUCKY to 397737 to get $25 off of your next $50 purchase at Express Stores!!!!

The best part? This coupon doesn't expire until 1/7/2010, so there is plenty of time to use it!!

Be aware that it may take an hour or two to receive your text message coupon, and standard text messaging charges do apply.

Happy shopping!

Hiadus OVER

2009-11-09T10:38:00.006-06:00

It has been a while hasn't it?

You can blame that on my Calculus midterm. The time off did me well, I ended up getting 100% on it!

On to the Deals!

BestBuy.com has a pretty sweet deal going now through 11/14. When you spend $100 using PayPal at BestBuy.com, you'll get $20 cash back! Choose in-store pickup and you can avoid shipping charges too!

Freebies:
Advocate Health Care is offering up a free travel first-aid kit!

APC is offering a free 2010 pocket planner!

Sandy Paper has a free memo cube available on their website!

AIG Hawaii has a free T-shirt available! (I'm going to use mine for painting!)

Macheist.com has a free software bundle of 6 programs for Mac users! the bundle includes: ShoveBox, WriteRoom, Twitteriffic, TinyGrab, Hordes of Orcs, and Mariner Write.
(Disclaimer: I know nothing about Apple/Mac so I have no idea what these programs are for/if they work.)

Free Samples:
DenTek floss picks
Jennifer Lopez My Glow fragrance

(Sidenote: I have to rant about the computer lab right now, I spent the last hour putting together this post and the computer completely deleted it!)

Free Almay Pure Blends Foundation at Walgreens!

2009-11-03T14:35:00.003-06:00

This week Walgreen's has a sweet Register Reward going for Almay Pure Blends products.

When you buy Almay Pure Blends Foundation for $9.99 you get back a $10 RR!

When you buy Almay Pure Blends: Lip Gloss, Eyeshadow, or Mascara you get $5 RR!

On top of this, All Almay products are Buy 1 get one 50% off, so...

Buy 1 Pure Blends Foundation & 1 Pure Blends Lip gloss, Eyeshadow, or Mascara:
$9.99
+$7.99 (this was the cost of the lip gloss at my Wag's)
-$4.00 (for the buy one get one 50% off)
______
$13.98 plus tax, get back $15 in Register Rewards NO COUPONS REQUIRED!
(Even with 10% tax, I only paid $0.38 for my lip gloss and foundation! AWESOME!)

I'm definitely going back to get some more foundation and some eyeshadow!
(but remember, you can't use your Register Rewards to buy more of the same product, or it won't print any more rewards. Read My Walgreen's shopping Guide to find out more on how the Register Rewards work!)

Freebie roundup 11/2

2009-11-02T22:59:00.005-06:00

Free samples:

Garnier N utritioniste Skin Renew: Anti Sun Damage (I swear by this stuff. I use it every day)

Free Flu Pack (includes 1 mask, 2 antibacterial wipes, and 1 disposable thermometer)

Breathe Right Nasal Strips (includes 2!)

Sun Crystals All Natural Sweetener. (After you fill out the form, you can also print a $1 off coupon!)

Free Telescope keychain (It's adorable)

Here is a printable coupon for a Free Steaz zero calorie energy drink (Available at Whole Foods and other natural grocery stores)

Online webdeals

2009-11-02T22:39:00.005-06:00

Victoria's Secret has clearance items up to 80% off (when you use the code clear20 to get an extra 20% off of already reduced clearance items).
The shirt on the left is marked down to $9.99 from $22.50, once you add the extra 20% off, that's only $8.00!

Best Buy has Rock Band 2 on sale for $19.99 on any game system! (just the game, not the instruments...) FYI, it is back ordered for the Nintendo Wii and Playstation 3 at the moment.

Glade Giveaway winners!

2009-11-02T16:10:00.001-06:00

Congratulations to the winners of the Glade giveaway!

First prize:
Tracey and Debra Cook

Second Prize:
MissyBecker, JSC123, and ChlorineBrain

Winners have been e-mailed and have 48hrs to respond!

Last day to sign up for my Glade Giveaway!!!!

2009-11-01T15:18:00.002-06:00

It's the last day to enter my Glade Candles Giveaway!

P.S. GO BEARS!

FRIDAY=MEGA SWAGBUCKS DAY!

2009-10-30T13:28:00.002-05:00

Seriously, have you joined Swagbucks yet? Friday is always MEGA SWAGBUCKS DAY at Swagbucks. Which means that you're more likely to get a larger denomination swagbuck from searching.

Ok, let me back up.
Swagbucks is a search and win site. They get their results from Google and Ask.com, so the results are generally pretty relevant. You go to swagbucks.com, sign up, and start searching. Every few searches you'll score a swagbuck. These bucks are redeemable for prizes in their swag store. When you sign up, you get 3 swagbucks! I generally get 1-2 swagbucks a day by doing 5-10 searches.

There are some huge prizes that would probably take forever to save up for, but a $5 Amazon.com giftcard will only cost you 45 swagbucks! That's free Amazon.com money for using their search engine!
(just by searching, I got one in just over a month!)

Their are other ways to win swagbucks too! They occasionally will hide them somewhere online and have a scavenger hunt, they have a Tuesday twitter contest, they post codes on their facebook page, you can shop online and earn, trade in old cell phones, and refer your friends to get even more swagbucks!

With the holidays approaching, couldn't everyone use a little more free?

Last Minute Halloween Sales!

2009-10-30T09:42:00.007-05:00

So, if you've put off getting your costume until now... you may actually save yourself a little bit of money!

Kmart and K mart.com have their costumes and accessories 50% off (both in-store and online, although I'm pretty sure you won't get a delivery by tomorrow...)

Target has their costumes and accessories discounted 30%. (you could get your Halloween candy there as a one stop shop!)

Spirit Halloween stores still have a 20% o ff any 1 regularly price d item printable coupon. This baby is good until 10/31 for all of you procrastinators! (I would get there as soon as possible, the parking lot by ours was overflowing last night!

It is my experience that the shoes for a Halloween costume often cost more than the costume itself! If you procrastinated, you're in luck. Today only, if you need a special pair of shoes to go with your costume:

Payless has a coupon for 50% OFF OF YOUR ENTIRE ORDER! This deal is courtesy of the Oprah Show and is valid TODAY 10/30 in-store only.
The best part is that you can either print a coupon or Text OPRAHSHOW to 242424 and then show the cashier the offer code on your cell phone (no printer required!) AWESOME!

I'm going to do some detective work to see if I can find some Halloween candy deals too...

Happy Shopping

Samples, Video Game Deals, and Freebies!

2009-10-29T18:35:00.009-05:00

Let's start off with some free samples:

Power Bar is offering up a free sample of their new Gel Blast energy chews.

Sun Vibes Spa has a free sample of their massage oil. Here is a description:
"Our handcrafted massage oil contains equal loads of Avocado Oil, Olive Oil, and Grape Seed Oil naturally high in vitamin E to pamper your loved one, friend, or that special someone that needs a big thank you. This has a light but present fragrance of Gardenia."
(It says the sample will arrive in 7-10 business days... that's fast!)

For those of you with an Amazon Kindle, I've found a pretty sweet deal.

You can download free books from Amazon!
Check out the bestsellers list he re
(and look for the items priced at $0.00).
There are many books to choose from like Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, and more!

Ok, let's talk about the stores!
If you are one of the first 100 people at your Macy's store on Halloween (10/31) you'll receive a $10 "Treat to spend". I'm assuming that this gift card will have restrictions (like you have to spend it that day), but there isn't any information on the website. Check it out Macys.com

At Origins.com today only, you get free shipping and 2 free samples with your purchase! The samples seem to be a pretty decent size too! Check it out here!

Walmart.com has a bunch of rollbacks on video games.

The standout deal is their 2 for $30 deal! Check them out her e.

Once you're there click on the "video games" tab and then select the system of your choice. Scroll down until you see the 2 for $30 (like in the picture on the left). It'll let you select any 2 games from a list (the Wii list has 40 games, X-Box360 has 36, PS3 has 15).
It looks like they have some decent deals on games for all the systems!

10/27 Freebie Roundup!

2009-10-27T17:30:00.006-05:00

A couple new freebies to get excited about, and an awesome Video game deal on Amazon!

A couple Free Samples:

Tropical Breeze Fragrance for him

Lacoste Cologne Samples (Challenge (men), Touch of Pink, Love of Pink)

Victoria's secret has another offer for people who subscribe via e-mail (seriously, the next time you buy something there give them your e-mail address!) A FREE Beauty Rush Lip Gloss when you get a bra fitting!

And Finally, Amazon.com has a pretty sweet deal going on right now!

When you buy $80 worth of participating Wii, Playstation 3, and Xbox 360 Video games you get a $40 credit towards your next Amazon video game purchase!
Check it out HERE!!

More Freebies!

2009-10-26T19:19:00.008-05:00

There are two more freebies that I wanted to mention before I head home from school today:

Become a friend of Glowelle on Facebook and receive 3 free samples and a little clutch!

(Isn't it cute?!?!)

Glowelle is a beauty supplement drink that is supposed fight the signs of aging from the inside out. The sample kit includes 3 powder drink packs, the clutch, and a recipe! This retails for $15!!!! Get it now for free. Hurry, Facebook offers generally go fast!

(expect your sample in 4-6 weeks)

I'm glad that everyone is joining in on the "Going Green" movement. Here's a chance to get another reusable bag for free!

Click here to sign up for VIV Online Magazine Subscription.

When you get to the form type in "freeviv" as your promo code.

This will get you your subscription for free. Make sure you type in the promo code and hit the button BEFORE you enter your mailing address, otherwise it won't take the code!

Once you fill out the rest of the form (but don't fill out the credit card portion, because it is not necessary, you won't be charged) they'll send you the free reusable bag!

The Subscription alone retails for $36, and the bag is usually $3. Not too shabby for a freebie!

Some new Freebies!

2009-10-26T12:36:00.002-05:00

I love free!!!
Today (10/26) KFC is giving away a free piece of Kentucky Grilled Chicken to every customer today!

Free 1 day Membership to Sam's Club it is good through 11/7, so hurry!
(The coupon states that it will add 10% to your total, so buyer beware)

On Halloween (10/31) come into Taco Bell after 6pm for a Free Black Jack Taco.

(Don't forget you can get a free Burrito on 10/31 at Chipotle if you dress like a taco, burrito, burrito bowl, or salad)

How about a FREE sample of Oregon Chai Tea Latte Mix? This stuff is DELICIOUS!

Free 12oz. coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or cappuccino at 7-11 This is a PDF coupon, so there is no print limit! Hurry because this coupon expires 10/31!
(I had no luck using this coupon, but you may have better luck than me. If possible, print it in color. The clerk accused me of photocopying it because it wasn't in color.)

Check out some of the other freebies I posted here

Another good week at Walgreen's! 10/26

2009-10-26T11:50:00.006-05:00

Hey guys, there are still some awesome deals to be had at Walgreen's this week. The Monthly Register Rewards (RRs) deals are still going on, and there are some new freebies just for this week!

New this week:

Dulcolax Balance: $7 get $4 in Register Rewards (RRs)
Use the $3 coupons hanging on the product (Walgreen's actually advertises the coupon in the ad!)
Plus, there is a rebate on the same hang tag coupon!
You can send in for a $5 rebate (limit 1 per household)
Final Cost: Free + $5 moneymaker!

Fiber choice (10 ct) or Beano to Go (12 ct) $2.49 get $2.49RR
Final Cost: FREE!

Rimmel Cosmetics are 50% off this week!
(there were $1/1 coupons in the 8/23 or 9/13 RP)

LypSyl Lip Moisturizer- Regular Price $2.99
Use the $1/1 coupon (from the 10/18 insert)
Submit for $2 Mail In Rebate (from the 10/18 SS)

Final cost FREE!

Finesse Products: $2.50
Use the $1/1 coupon (from the 10/18 SS)
Submit for $2.00 Mail In Rebate (from the 10/18 SS)
Final cost FREE + a $0.49 moneymaker!
***You can submit for a rebate for one or the other, not both***

Monthly Deals:
Buy 2 Trident Layers Gum 2/$2=$1RR Use 2 $0.75/1 coupons from hereOr the $1/2 coupon from hereOr the buy one get one free coupon from the 10/18SS Final cost as low as FREE + a $0.50 moneymaker!

Chapstick Fresh Effects $2.99=$3RR
Final Cost: FREE!
*I love this stuff. Stock up now, winter is coming!*

Vaseline Sheer Infusion Lotion 6.8oz: $6.99 get $7RR
Use the $1.50/1 coupon from here: IE or Firefox or here: IE or Firefox
Or use the $1/1 coupon from the 10/18 RP
Final cost FREE + a $1.00 or $1.50 moneymaker!
*Again, this lotion is really nice, and will be great for winter*

Gillette Fusion MVP Manual or Power Razor System $8.99 get $6RR
Use the $4/1 coupon from the 9/27PG
Final cost:FREE + a $1 moneymaker!
(even without coupons, $2.99 is decent for a good razor!)

Emergen-C Booster $3.49 get$3.50RR
Final cost FREE!
*The Red ALERT one tastes pretty bad, but was decent at keeping me awake*

Robitussin DM To Go 2 pk $2.49 get$2.50RR
Final Cost: FREE!
*Great to throw in a purse or backpack, 2 single doses*

Halls Refresh Sugar Free 20 ct $1 get$1RR
Use the $0.75/1 coupon from the 9/27SS
Or the $0.50/1 coupon from the October issue of All You mag
OR the $0.50/1 on a tear pad by the cough drops
Final Cost: FREE or a $0.50 or $0.75 moneymaker

MY FIRST GIVEAWAY!

2009-10-25T23:19:00.007-05:00

So, as some of you may have noticed, I haven't updated at all this weekend. Many apologies, but it is midterms week and I have been studying like a fool.

To make up for the lack of posts, I've decided to do a giveaway.

Over the past year I've been able to get some pretty sweet deals. One of the companies that consistently has coupons and rebates is Gla de and its parent company SC Johnson. I've grown addicted to many Glade products after trying them for free or getting paid to buy them (moneymaker deals!)

I wanted to share the wealth and help a bunch of my readers discover Glade products.

So, here is what's up for grabs:

(2) First prize packs consisting of:
1 Glass Scented Oil Candle Holder
2 Scented Oil Candle Holder Tins (both are holiday tins, one red and one green)
4 Scented Oil Refill packs 1 of each: (Apple Cinnamon, French Vanilla, Bayberry Spice, and Homemade Gingerbread, each pack has 4 candles)
1 Sheer White Cotton 2oz Candle from The Fragrance Collection
1 Pomegranate and Cranberries Reed Diffuser from The Fragrance Collection

(3) Second Prize packs consisting of:
1 Scented Oil Holiday Candle Holder Tin (The red one: Apple Cinnamon)
2 Scented Oil Refill packs 1 of each: French Vanilla, and Apple Cinnamon (each has 4 candles)

You can go to Glade.com to check out pictures of all of the items up for grab!

Here's how to enter (mandatory):
Leave a comment telling me what kind of posts you would like to see on this site. More coupons? More freebies? It can be anything that you want. You must do this entry before you do any of the others.

Bonus entries (Leave a separate comment for each entry):
(+1) Become a Google friend
(+1) Leave a relevant comment in another one of my post, and comment telling which post you commented in.
(+1) Blog about my giveaway, and post a link to your blog.

The contest begins 10/26/09 at 12:00am Central Time and ends 11/01/09 at 11:59pm Central Time. Contest is open to residents of the United States. Must be 18 to enter. The winners will be picked on 11/02/09 by use of a random number generator. There will be (2) first prize and (3) second prize winners. Winners will be contacted by e-mail and have 48hrs to respond, or a new winner will be chosen.

Make sure you leave a valid e-mail so that I can contact you if you win!!

Good Luck!