Thrifty at Heart

Pulling the Plug on Cable and Satellite TV

2016-01-06T16:18:00.002-08:00

My family went satellite free in 2011 and we haven't looked back. We purchased one of the first models of the Roku Player and haven't regretted it.

Many people ask if we miss having satellite, and honestly we did at first. Now we are used to the change and couldn't imagine paying more than we are for TV each year. Another nice thing about these services is they all have an app that comes with your subscription. These apps allow you to use your subscription even when you are away from home.

The services that we currently use on our Roku are:

We pay $7.99 for Netflix monthly, $7.99 for Hulu monthly, $99 for Amazon Prime yearly and $20.00 a month for SlingTv. This comes out to roughly $45/month.

I was on trial with SlingTV and liked the service. I had intended to drop another service for it, but after some consideration I will be dropping SlingTV to bring my monthly total back down to $25/month.

SlingTV does offer stations like, HGTV, Food Network, ABC Family and AMC. I found the service to be unreliable and the customer service simply passed the problem on to the individual networks rather than helping me resolve the issue. For a service that makes up almost 50% of my TV budget it just isn't worth it.

Netflix offers up a great variety and is constantly adding new content including original series. My kids use Netflix for a majority of their TV time.

Hulu allows you to watch many networks airings the day after they are played on regular television. I typically turn to Hulu first and watch my favorite shows like Grey's Anatomy the day after they air. Hulu does offer some children's television as well as original content for adults and children. My kids have not really enjoyed the content provided by Hulu.

Amazon is a great choice even if you don't sign up for Prime. You can rent movies through Amazon. If you are like me it takes you DAYS to get the movies returned to the Redbox, so in the end it's cheaper to just pay a little extra and not have to leave your house. Amazon has many series and movies available to watch free with your Prime membership.

Save yourself some money and cut the cord, you'll be glad you did!

Fake Febreeze!

2011-11-01T14:22:00.000-07:00

I found this recipe for homemade Febreze over at Homemade Mamas (go check her out she is pretty awesome!)

You will need:

1 spray bottle (you could even use an old Febreze bottle!)
1/4 cup of your favorite liquid fabric softener
1 tsp. baking soda
2 cups water

Simply combine all ingredients into your spray bottle and shake your groove thing until it is well mixed.

Spray and Enjoy.

For more homemade cleaners click here.

Easter Deals @ Deep Discount.com 5.99 & up - free shipping!

2011-03-21T12:10:00.000-07:00

DVD's - $5.99

The Baby Looney Tunes' Eggs-Traordinary Adventure

Why Pay: $14.96 ?

Our Price: $5.99

You Save: $8.97

The Greatest Adventures of the Bible: David and Goliath

Why Pay: $9.97 ?

Our Price: $5.99

You Save: $3.98

You Save: $3.98

Our Price: $5.99

The Greatest Adventure Stories From the Bible: The Easter Story

5.99

Goodnight Moon

Other titles include: Heidi, The Greatest Adventure Stories from the Bible: The Miracles of Jesus, The Greatest Adventure Stories from the Bible: Moses, The Greatest Adventure Stories from the Bible: Noah's Ark, The Tale of Mrs. Tiggly-Winkle and Mr. Jeremy Fisher and Other Stories, Tale of Pigling Bland, The World of Peter Rabbit and Friends: Beatrix Potter

Books on Sale starting at $4.18 shipped.

You can even get this rockin' bunny costume for $28.44

Enjoy :)

Jump N Swing $179.99, this thing looks cool :)

2011-03-21T11:56:00.000-07:00

Sears Deal of the Day

Reg Price: ~~$249.99~~

Savings: $70.00

$179.99

$25 for Five Baby Genius DVDs, Plus Five Free Bonus CDs

2011-03-21T11:47:00.000-07:00

$25 for Five Baby Genius DVDs, Plus Five Free Bonus CDs

If the link does not work it is under the deals for Dallas, Texas :)

Children's songs can lull babies to sleep, motivate kids to move, and teach invaluable lessons about what happens to spiders that try crawling up spouts during rainstorms. Explore a symphony of sonic possibilities with today's Groupon: for $25, you get five best-selling Baby Genius DVDs, plus five bonus CDs (a $49.75 value that includes shipping and handling).
Baby Genius is an award-winning company devoted to making educational children's products that teach kids through music. With this deal, you'll receive five of the company's best-selling DVDs, each with an accompanying bonus CD, including: Favorite Children's Songs, Favorite Nursery Rhymes, Favorite Sing-A-Longs, Baby Animals Favorite Sing-A-Longs, and Favorite Counting Songs. Sit back and have a cup of tea while animated animal educators teach pocket-sized pupils better motor skills, dictionary-defying vocabularies, vampire-free counting, and nap-inducing dance moves. Bonus CDs contain hit songs from the movies and will keep kids clapping and singing the entire length of a cross-country car trip.

"Like" JcPenny on Facebook for a chance at a VIP shopping spree!

2011-03-21T07:51:00.000-07:00

JcPenny on Fbook

Includes:
Roundtrip airfare to NYC
2 nights hotel stay in NYC
Limo ride to and from Manhattan store
$500 shopping spree
Advice from celeb stylist Mia Morgan

$45 for a Children's Party for Six at Googols of Learning in Lawrence ($90 Value)

2011-03-21T07:46:00.000-07:00

$45 for a Children's Party for Six at Googols of Learning in Lawrence ($90 Value)

Like fireworks, children's birthday parties are colorful, chaotic blasts that, if not properly supervised, can veer into nearby cookie factories. Celebrate with the help of a pro with today's Groupon: for $45, you get a children's party for six at Googols of Learning in Lawrence (a $90 value).

Childrens' parties at Googols allow tots free rein of the childcare facilities for two hours. Party guests aged 1 to 12 can scramble around the indoor climbing structure, learn about nature in the kid-friendly science museum, and conduct Socratic seminars on cooties in the outdoor playground. Each of the six party guests receives a slice of pizza and a drink, and supplies for additional tykes can be added ($7.50 per child). A host or hostess from Googol's expert staff shepherds the progress of the party, taking care of setup and cleanup so parents can focus on building present fortresses. Prior to the party, themed decorations can be selected, ensuring that matching table settings greet each incoming partygoer.
Parties are available only during weekends.

Locations:
500 Rockledge Rd.
Lawrence, Kansas 66049

Up to 40% off LeapFrog Learning Software- some as low as $13-14

2011-03-17T12:00:00.000-07:00

It looks like the Explorer Games have the best percentage off..

Heres a few

LeapFrog Leapster Learning Game Disney Fairies

List Price:	~~$24.99~~
Price:	$14.41 & eligible for free shipping with Amazon Prime
You Save:	$10.58 (42%)

LeapFrog Leapster Learning Game Batman

List Price:	~~$24.99~~
Price:	$14.78 & eligible for free shipping with Amazon Prime
You Save:	$10.21 (41%)

Here's the rest of them

Explorer Games

Leapster Games

Tag Activity Books

Tag Jr. Books

Quizno's $2 off Coupon (Lobster & Seafood Salad sub)

2011-03-17T11:22:00.000-07:00

Get it Here

Enjoy butter-toasted artisan bread, layered with lobster & seafood salad and crisp shredded lettuce. The finishing touch: a zesty lemon-wedge garnish to squeeze on top. Plus, every coupon you print helps out Larry the Lonely Lobster.

$10 Large Bacon Bacon Bacon Pizza @ Papa Murphys

2011-03-17T11:19:00.000-07:00

Get the Coupon Here

Large Bacon Bacon Bacon Pizza

Our new Bacon Bacon Bacon Pizza is made fresh every day with the finest ingredients like Canadian bacon, pepper bacon, crispy bacon, mixed onions and mozzarella cheese.

Offer expires 3/31/2011. Limit 3

$15 Sam's Club GiftCard

2011-03-17T11:16:00.000-07:00

Get a $15 Sam's Club gift card when you spend $45 or more on Unilever Brand products.
These include:
Vaseline
Dove
Axe
Degree
Suave

Offer good until April 16, 2011

Gordman's 20% Off Coupon

2011-03-17T11:13:00.000-07:00

Get it here!
Please note the following restrictions;

*Not to be used in combination with any other discount offer, maternity, "2-for" pricing or %-off clearance events. Limit one coupon per visit per day. Not valid on prior purchases, existing layaways or gift card purchases. This offer is automatically void if tampered with or altered in any way.

Cashier instructions for 20% item coupon: Scan item...touch Discount, Item, Coupon %...enter discount...scan coupon

PURCHASE DESIGNER FRAGRANCES & WALL ART ONLINE
USE PROMOTIONAL CODE: 944SMILE
Valid through Sunday, April 3, 2011

GI JOE- 4.5 wall cling - $6.89 shipped

2011-03-17T11:10:00.000-07:00

RoomMatesRMK1364GM GI Joe Snake Eyes Peel & Stick Giant Wall Decal

List Price:	$21.99
Price:	$3.82
You Save:	$18.17 (83%)

Backup Battery Charger for iPhone 4,4G, 3GS, 3G ,iPod, iTouch - $4.76 + 2.80 shipping

2011-03-16T11:34:00.000-07:00

This thing looks pretty cool. My iPhone is always going dead so I am considering this buy :)

*One Year Warranty*
1900mAH-largest power iphone battery in a compact size on market today
Recharge from DEAD to fULL in less than 2 hours-COLOR BLACK
Rechargeable at least 400 times. Special Circuitry to protect from overcharging
Weighs only 2 oz-WIRELESS; PLUG DIRECTLY TO PHONE

List Price:	~~$44.95~~
Price:	$4.76
You Save:	$40.19 (89%)

Stitchway UltraPower 1900 mAh (BLACK) Backup Battery Charger for iPhone 4,4G, 3GS, 3G ,iPod, iTouch-EXTERNAL, PORTABLE, RECHARGEABLE

Alice In Wonderland Four-Disc Combo including Blu-Ry 3D

2011-03-16T11:28:00.000-07:00

Alice In Wonderland (Four-Disc Combo: Blu-ray 3D / Blu-ray / DVD / Digital Copy)

Johnny Depp (Actor), Mia Wasikowska (Actor), Tim Burton (Director) | Rated: PG | Format: Blu-ray

List Price:	~~$49.99~~
Price:	$24.99 & eligible for free shipping with Amazon Prime
You Save:	$25.00 (50%)

Alice In Wonderland (Four-Disc Combo: Blu-ray 3D / Blu-ray / DVD / Digital Copy)

Big Lots 7 Pc Comforter Sets $49- ANY size

2011-03-14T09:45:00.000-07:00

Comforter Sets include:

comforter
bedskirt
two shams
three decorative pillows

Prices good from 3/12/2011 - 3/20/2011

New coupons up on Redplum.com

2011-03-13T21:14:00.000-07:00

Red Plum

$40 gift card w/ purchase of certain crib bedding sets @ Toys R Us

2011-03-11T07:01:00.000-08:00

Get a Free $40 Gift Card WYB:

Carter's Butterfly Flowers 4pc. set
Carter's Tree Tops 4 pc. set
Ark Animals 6 pc. set
FAO Posy or Toy Box 4pc sets

This deal is in store oly. Here is the link to the ad.

Mpix 25% off Gallery Wraps w/ Code

2011-03-10T12:10:00.000-08:00

For 7 days only Mpix is having a 25% off sale for the Gallery Wraps.

To the best of my knowledge this is for the consumer Mpix site, not the MpixPro site, the advertisement states that it will not work on orders placed through ROES.

Use the code: ITSAWRAP at checkout to get your discount!

Dillon's Ad @ Frugal Fritzie

2011-03-09T09:03:00.001-08:00

Here's this weeks Dillon's ad! Frugal Fritzie

Coby 2-Inch TFT LCD SNAPP Pocket Camcorder/Camera CAM4505BLK (Black) - $16.04

2011-03-09T08:37:00.000-08:00

Coby 2-Inch TFT LCD SNAPP Pocket Camcorder/Camera CAM4505BLK (Black)

List Price:	~~$73.99~~
Price:	$16.04 & eligible for free shipping with Amazon Prime
You Save:	$57.95 (78%)

$10 for $20 worth of Authentic Mexican Dining at Casa Mexican Restaurant!

2011-03-09T06:47:00.000-08:00

$10 for $20 worth of Authentic Mexican Dining at Casa Mexican Restaurant!

Casa Mexican Restaurant
3320 SW Topeka Blvd.
Topeka, KS 66611
785-266-4503

Two great choices!
Just $10 for a $20 certificate or try our catering options with a $50 certificate for just $20!
Family friendly atmosphere!
Topeka's best all-you-can-eat Mexican Buffet!

"Like" Toys R Us On Facebook for a Chance to Win!

2011-03-09T06:37:00.000-08:00

$25 for Haircut and Chemistry-Shot Treatment at Hair Experts Salon & Spa (Up to $59 Value)

2011-03-09T06:34:00.000-08:00

$25 for Haircut and Chemistry-Shot Treatment at Hair Experts Salon & Spa (Up to $59 Value)

Locations:
2100 W 25th St.
Suite B
Lawrence, Kansas 66047

When a nationally acclaimed troupe of hair-crobats comes to your cottage to whisk you away on their traveling wig wagon, be waiting for them with your follicular A-game. Today’s deal helps you prepare for a new, exciting career: for $25, you get a haircut and chemistry-shot treatment at Hair Experts Salon & Spa in Lawrence (up to a $59 value).

Warmer weather is coming! $25 for $50 worth of Sun Protective Clothing from Cabana Life!

2011-03-09T06:32:00.000-08:00

Warmer weather is coming! $25 for $50 worth of Sun Protective Clothing from Cabana Life!

Going to the beach is the best … sunburns are the worst! Get protected without sacrificing style with Cabana Life's UV 50+ collection.
The collection offers a variety of beach essentials including bathing suits, hats, cover-ups, tunics, shirts, and pants for boys, girls, and women. These "beach club chic" styles have garnered a celebrity following that includes Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow, Marcia Gay Harden, Jack Black, and Lisa Kudrow.
Your skin is precious, so protect yours and your loved ones'.