Best Uniform Shoes, my opinion, now on SALE $11.24 TODAY!

So with this being the first year our daughter has been in a private school where a uniform is required, it has been interesting trying to match that with deals.  I have been overwhelmed by the ability to find all our needs at GREAT prices.  Since about a month ago, I am already done with next year's uniforms for our daughter and son due to the great sales that happened in the winter.  But today I would love to let you know about an essential shoe.  For my daughter, she likes different shoes, but I knew I wanted to find a uniform shoe that was sturdy enough for everyday.  She is very hard on her shoes and typically, whether I buy name brand or off brand sneakers, she wore holes in them quickly.  She also has a narrow foot.  I know Lands' End quality is great, but this year it proved it self by this Mary Jane Shoe.  It is great because it has a rubber sole, so she can run around at recess but yet it fits the uniform standard. I tell you all of this because it normally runs $39.50, but Lands' End has them on sale for $14.99!  This is a great deal for a great shoe that still is intact after a whole school year.   Even if you don't need them for uniform shoes, they are great for your little one.  They come in different colors and fabrics. The awesome thing about Lands' End is if they wore through, they would replace because of their warranty

They also have an additional 25% off everything, TODAY, using the Promotion Code: SAVE25 and PIN: 1455. 

Making these shoes $11.24 today only.

Summer Bridge Books at a Great Price

Every summer we have the kids do a bridge book to keep their minds fresh.  We love the Summer Bridge Activity Books the best, because it only consists of a couple pages and you can have incentives along the way.  They also have a recommended reading list.  Right now Amazon has some on sale, so I decided to order to be ready for this summer!  I used my Amazon Prime that I got recently to get free shipping, see here how!  We purchase the Christian version, but you can also buy the original versions. 

You click here to see all the Summer Bridge Activity Books at Amazon.com.  Here are just some of the deals they have on these books:

Summer Bridge Activities for Young Christians (Summer Bridge Activities)(4-5) for $5.89 (reg. $14.95)

Summer Bridge Activities For Young Christians 2-3 for $8.78 (reg. $13.95)

Summer Bridge Activities for Young Christians (3-4) for $4.65 (reg $14.95)

Boscov's Door Busters

I enjoy seeing what Boscov's has in their weekly ad in the way of deals.  You usually can't beat the Door Buster deals and so worth a visit.  Below are the deals I picked up this week, you can go here to see all deals.

Ladies Solid Pashminas $2.99
Mens Gildan Solid Pique Polos $4.99
Mens Valentino Leather Belts by Aurelio $4.99
Mens and Boys Gildan® 6-pack Socks $3.99
Dockers 3 Pack Argyle Socks $4.99
Dockers Acrylic Rib Sock - 3 Pack $4.99
Ashley Cooper Classic Mattress Pad $9.99

Activity books at Amazon for $1.40

Amazon currently has ALOT of Activity Books on sale for $1.40.  We love these books in our house and the books on sale you can get for a wide range of ages.  If you are a Amazon Mom or part of Amazon Prime, it is an even better deal because shipping is free.  If you are not signed up for Amazon Mom, go here to sign up.

Snapfish ~ 99 4x6 prints for 99¢ - through 1/9/2011

Now through 11:59PM PST January 9th you can order 99 4"x6" photos for just 99¢ from Snapfish.

Just use code 2011PENNY at checkout.

Free or almost free games at Toys R Us!

There were certain game we don't have, along with gifts for Christmas and I hate to pay full price for anything.  I was so excited to hear that Toys R Us was having a sale along with coupons and rebates, gets you some great deals.  The rebate forms are in the game aisle at Toys R Us.

The $5/1 coupons were in the 12/5 SmartSource insert (expires 12/19)

1. Elefun, Gator Golf, Hungry, Hungry Hippos, or Pop Goes Froggio
2. Sorry! Spin, Twister Hoopla, Bopit Bounce, or UBuild Game
3. Cranium Scribblish, Funglish, Scrabble lash, or Pictureka
4. Trivial Pursuit: Bet You Know It Edition, Taboo, The Game of Things, or Electronic Catch Phrase

There were also coupons on Hasbro's site a couple weeks ago that are for the same amount, but that link is no longer good.  However, if you printed the will be great for this deal! 

Operation, Trouble, Connect 4, Twister $7.99 - $3/1 rebate = $4.99 

Battleship - on sale for $7.99 - $5/1 coupon - $3 rebate = free

Memory, Chutes & Ladders, Hi Ho Cherrio, Ants in Pants, Candy Land $4.99 - $3 rebate

Elf Fun, Hungry Hippos, Gator Golf, Pop Goes Froggio $13.99 - $5/1 coupon - $3 rebate = $5.99

For Friday 12/18 and Saturday 12/19

These games are on sale for $17.54 - $18.19 - $5/1 coupon - $5 rebate = $7.54 - $8.19:

Catch Phrase, Taboo, Game of Things: Humor in a Box

60 photo cards for $4.90 shipped from SeeHere

I was delaying in making Christmas cards this year because life has been so crazy.  Well it paid off, because SeeHere has a deal, through December 12, 2010, where you can order 60 photo cards for the price of $4.90 shipped.  Here's how:

1. If you do not have an account, you can create one at SeeHere.com.
2. Create a 4x8 single sided, flat photo card and save it
3. Add 60 cards to your cart (you have to order 60, any other number you will not get the $4.90 shipped)
4. Use coupon code 50cards.

I needed more than 60 cards, so I went back in after my order and ordered 24 more cards.  If you don't need the 60 you can just use this to get 24:

1. Click on Edit the card you created previously (or create a new card if you previously didn't order)
2. Add 24 cards to your cart (once again any other amount will not give you the deal)
3. Use coupon code 25cards and only pay $2.49 shipped

I have ordered many photo cards in my time, and I think they have a great selection and I like how you can edit right on the site.

Thanks, Money Saving Mom!

4 Zhu Zhu Pets for the price of 1 @ CVS

I just got back from CVS who is having Buy One Get One Free Zhu Zhu items.  You can also get a coupon for BYGOF here.  Combining both specials, you bring 4 pets to check out and only pay for one.  At my store they were $9.88 each, so I got 4 for $9.88 + tax.  The fact they also have the accesories on sale, is a pretty good deal too!

*HOT* Cereal for $.50!

So I was at Food Lion picking up some other cereal, when I see what I couldn't believe.  They had this cereal on sale for $.50, regularly $2.  They have 4 different "flavors" to choose from.  I asked the manager if there was a limit and he told me no, so I loaded up on this cereal as well as a few favorites I was there to get.  I don't know if this is just a local special, but worth looking into near you!

Possible FREE Kraft cheese product

There is a $5 off 5 printable Kraft cheese/dairy product coupon, you can print twice. Right now I know of Safeway and Food Lion have sales on Kraft products.  Below are some scenerios and a great time to stock up on some of these products.

Food Lion Deals -

Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese $2.79 BOGO - $5/5 = $0.39 each when you buy 5

Philadelphia Cream Cheese $2 BOGO - $5/5 = FREE!

Kraft American Singles $2.29 BOGO - $5/5 = $0.14 each when you buy 5

Safeway Deals -

Kraft Cheese – $1.99 - $5/5 = $0.99 each when you buy 5

Do you know of any other stores that has Kraft on sale?

FREE - K-cups when you register your unit

When you register your Keurig unit at their website, and you order two large boxes, you get two large boxes for free plus you get 10% off your order and free shipping.  I just ordered 4 boxes for a total of $25.11.  That equals $6.28/box of 24.  Which is a really great deal.

Lane Bryant - $20 off $40 through 9/13/10

Lane Bryant

Lane Bryant is having $20 off $40 through 9/13/10 on thier website.  They also offer free shipping to their stores, which includes any Lane Bryant, Fashion Bug, or Catherines.  They are having a great sale on their career pants which I love and last forever.  Regularly $59.50, now marked down to $29.99.  Match with the $20 deal for great savings.  I needed some boots but wanted them in black and brown, so I did two orders and could use the code for both.  Therefore, I really saved $40. Use code 020002725 during checkout.

The Melting Pot - Dinner for four for the price of two!

I just received an email that one of The Melting Pots in our area is doing a Double Date Night next Thursday, September 16th.  You can go on a double date at the cost of $68 for all four.  It includes Cheese Fondue, Choice of Petite Salad, Double Date entree.

They have a side note from the email "Dessert and beverages not included. Mojo or Coq au Vin cooking styles are $5 extra per pot. Gratuity based on original $34 per person pricing." But in my eyes still a great deal since it usually is $34/person. Go to The Melting Pot's website to see if your restaurant is participating.

Staples Preview Starting 8/22/10

Schools are starting to get back in session because the deals are slowing down at Staples.  Here is a preview of next week's deals.

Extreme Deals - after $5 purchase:
Staples black and white composition books - 10¢ (limit 3) through Wednesday only

25¢ deals
8 pk. #2 Yellow Pencils (limit 4)

50¢ deals
5 pk. BIC Bright Liner Highlighters (limit 2)
simply poly assorted binders (limit 2)
Staples 12" see through plastic ruler (limit 2)
Staples multipurpose paper 500 sheet ream (limit 2) after easy rebate
Staples translucent pencil box (limit 2)

$1 deals
Kodak premium 4x6 photo paper, gloss 100 pk (limit 2) after easy rebate

There are other deals that are going on that require coupons.  Click here to see other deals going on next week.

Right Guard for $.15 at CVS

If you are new to couponing and you want to start to stockpile, here is a chance to get some deodorant for a great price.  CVS has Right Guard buy one get one free this week. They run around $3.29 each.  Print the $3/2 coupon.  Buy 2 = $3.29 - $3 coupon = $.15 each

Staples - 8/15/2010

Sorry, I am late getting this posted, but family time took precedence this weekend, which included a Staples run after church on Sunday!  This week they continue to have some 1¢.  They also have a 20% off coupon for school and office supplies.  Therefore, some deals are actually money makers after the rebates and coupon.

Free deal:
Staples slim-line pencil sharpener = FREE after easy rebate


1¢ deals *through Wednesday 8/18*:
Staples 1-subject notebook - limit 6 (teachers limit 20)
Hammermill CopyPlus 500-sheet ream - limit 2, 1¢ after easy rebate
Staples photo plus 4"x6" paper 60 pk - limit 2, 1¢ after easy rebate

50¢ deals - limit 2:
Slider pencil case, assorted
2 pk. Staples mini-composition books, 4 1/2 x 3 3/4
4 pk. Staples glue sticks .26 oz.
Westcott plastic ruler
100 pk. Staples pushpins
Staples steel 1-hole punch
3 pk. Pentel Hi-Polymer white handheld erasers
Staples dual dome pencil sharpener

$1 deals - limit 2:
4 pk. Quartet EnduraGlide dry erase markers, fine tip
2 pk. Westcott 5" scissors
5 pk. Sharpie fine point
Expanding envelope with elastic dividers, letter size
4 pk. Ticonderoga #2 red checking pencils
Poly zippered envelope
Staples  3-hole binder punch
5 pk. Pentel RSVP ballpoint pens, fine, assorted
3 pk. Staples mini writing pads 3" x 5", yellow
Really useful box
40 pk. Staples small binder clips

$3 deals:
10 pk. Staples 22" x 28" white poster board
64 pk. Crayola crayons
Book Sox assorted 3-D book cover
2 pk. Scotch Magic tape 3/4" x 600"
6 pk. Staples  5" x 7" rigid photo mailers
3 pk. BIC Reaction retractable gel pens, medium
1000 pk. Staples vinyl paper clips
24 pk. Staples file folders, letter size, manila
125 pk. #10 envelopes

$5 deals:
Staples Brights 8.5" x 11" colored paper, ream - after easy rebate
Iris 60-qt buckle-up box, transparent blue
9-liter box, clear
Staples 13-pocket ply expanding file
8 pk.
BIC Brite Liner + Grip assorted highlighters
4 pk. Quartet 12" x 12" cork tiles
Quartet 11" x 17" dry-erase board with marker
Swingline compact stand up stapler, assorted
50 pk. Staples heavyweight sheet protectors

Melissa and Doug 70% or more off

Amazon.com has alot of Melissa and Doug 70% off. I love to keep these products on hand because most kids love to get them for birthday gifts. When you find them at regular price, it is not always a good price. Now is your chance to get some great items at great prices and possibly get free shipping.

Post-its for FREE at Target (also possibly at Walmart and Kmart)

Target is having 3x3 Post-it single packs for $1.  There is a $1/1 printable that you can print as many times as you want.  Make sure to check the office supply section, along with the school supply section because I had to look in the school supply aisle since all the ones in the bins were out.

Staples Preview - Lookin Good Starting 8/8/10

Last week's deals were not great in my eyes.  But for those who have waited to buy things, this week has some good deals still.  Filler paper which is perfect timing because it is the only thing I still need for the kids and every other place has been out of wide rule. There is also a $5/$50 coupon if you get this high, just click on the front page of the ad, here

1¢ Deals:

• Staples 8 x 101/2 Filler Paper wide or college rule 120 sheets - limit 5 (however, this is the teacher item of the week so they can get 20 packages) Only through Wednesday 8/11
• Staples Multipurpose Paper - after easy rebate - limit 2

FREE after easy rebate:

• Scotch pop-up desk grip tape dispenser - limit 1
• 12 pk. Staples Stickies 11/2" x 2" - limit 1
• 4 pk. Pentel Handy Lines retractable assorted highlighters - limit 1

20% off some teaching supplies w/coupon from circular, if you don't have one you can print from here


Coupon Deals - you have to use a coupon -limit 2:

• get from your circular or print from here
• 4 pk. Ticonderoga My First #2 pencils, yellow - $1
• 12 pk. BIC Round Stic Grip ballpoint pens, medium - $1 (click here for a coupon that is $1/2)
• Westcott 7" student scissors - $1
• 50 pk. staples photo supreme 8.5" x 11" paper - $1
• 4 pk. PaperMate retractable gel pens, medium - $2
• Staples pencil pouch - $2
• 4 pk. Expo dry erase markers, fine, assorted - $2
• All Crayola washable markers and crayons - $2
• Xcellence 10-piece math set - $2
• Expo 8.9" x11.8" double sided dry-erase board - $2
• 8 pk. Staedtler Maxum ballpoint pens, extra bold assorted - $3
• 5 pk. Pilot g-2 retractable gel pens - $3
• 50 pk. Staples CD/DVD envelopes - $3
• Staples Brights 8.5" x 11" colored paper, 24 lb, ream - $4
• Staples storage crate - $4

Thrifty Thursday - Ebates

Ebates is an awesome site that goes right along with the mission of my blog.  We all shop and most do so online.  Well Ebates is way for you to cash in on the purchases made online.  Certain stores give you a percentage back when you go through Ebates.  Ebates sends you a check, deposits into your PayPal account or donates to your favorite charity four times a year or more.

When I first went on I was amazed how easy it was.  You type in the store you want to go to, then you click search.  Ebates takes you right to the site and logs it, so when you place the order it will take the percentage of your order and place into your account.  Most are 2%, but the one I happen to go on was Old Navy and they were 10% at the time.  They also list sales going on, so for instance if a store is having 30% off they will have the code you should enter at checkout.

The other thing I loved is that they list the sites you frequent so if you click on "MyEbates" after logging in, you can see and just click from there.  The hardest thing to remember is to go to Ebates first before you start shopping, but after a couple times it becomes habit. 

If you want you can sign up here and get a bonus $5.  It is free and I don't know why anyone wouldn't sign up.