Win a $500 American Express Gift Card from Nielsen Consumer Panel!

March 22, 2014 by Leave a Comment

The Nielsen Home Scan Consumer Panel has openings right now in select areas!

Find out if you qualify here–> Nielsen Home Scan Consumer Panel Registration

You’ll have to complete a short questionnaire (it took me less than 5 minutes) and they will e-mail you if you qualify! 

  • Each week when you submit scans from your household purchases, you’ll receive an entry to win a $500 American Express gift card!  They give away 20 each month!
  • If you submit weekly, you’ll also be entered into the quarterly drawing where they give away 40 $500 American Express gift cards!

I participated in the program a few years ago when my kids were younger and my life wasn’t quite as crazy as it is now.  The program is not for everyone as there is a time commitment involved and people either love it or hate it.  Here is the scanner I received

Here are some tips that have come from readers:

  • Scan you’re items as you’re adding them to your cart at the grocery store. Then, you don’t have to do it when you get home and the prices are right there in front of you if you have to enter them in!
  • Let your kids help with scanning!  They will love playing “Grocery store”

If you’ve been doing the Nielsen Home Scanning program and have tips to share, please let me know!

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Easter Basket Gift Ideas Under $10!

March 22, 2014 by Leave a Comment

Easter is just around the corner!  If you’re looking for Easter Basket Gift Ideas, check out these Easter Basket Gift Ideas under $10!

Easter Basket Gift Ideas Under $10

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Barbie Sisters Safari Doll – $7.64 (regularly $10.99)

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Barbie Mega Bloks Convertible – $9.04 (regularly $16.99)

See even more Barbie deals here–> Barbie Deals

Plus, check out these Easter Barbie Deals:

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So cute!  Get this Nerf Rebelle Pink Crush Blaster for just $7.99!  Every time the price drops on this, it sells out quickly, so grab it while you can!

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NERF Rebelle Power Pair Pack – $9.99

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WOW!  If you’re looking for a deal on Rainbow Loom Bands, this is IT!  Get 5,000 Rainbow Loom Bands for just $9.99!  That is an AWESOME deal because one of these bags is priced at $3.99 in most stores in my area.  Even with a  coupon, you can’t score a deal like this in any regular store!  I love that you know exactly what colors you’re getting with this deal, too!

Click here to check it out–> 5,000 Rainbow Loom Bands only $9.99

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If you’ve got My Little Pony fans, this would be a GREAT edition to an Easter basket!  Get this Rainbow Dash My Little Pony Equestria Girls doll for just $5.81! I’m guessing that the pricing on this won’t last long, so grab it while you can!

Click here to check it out–> Rainbow Dash My Little Pony Equestria Girls Doll only $5.81

 

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If you’re looking for deals for Easter, right now you can get this KRE-O Rescue Vehicle 425 Piece Value Tub for just $7.21! That’s 52% off the regular retail price of $14.99! This is a great one for your gift closet, too!

Click here to check it out–> KRE-O Rescue Vehicle 425 Piece Value Tub only $7.25

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NERF N-Strike Jolt Blaster – $5.99

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NERF N-Strike Elite:  Strongarm Blaster – $9.99

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Amazon is having a HUGE Thomas & Friends DVD sale!  Prices start at $4!  My son LOVED Thomas when he was younger and sometimes a Thomas DVD was the only way I could get things done around the house!  These would be perfect to add to an Easter basket!  You’ll save over 70% off retail prices!

Here are some of the deals you’ll find:

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If your daughter loves American Girl dolls, this is a GREAT deal!  Get 4 American Girl movies for just $9.96!  The DVD features Kit Kittredge, Molly, Felicity, and Samantha!  That’s just $2.49 per title!    My daughter LOVES these movies!

Click here to grab this deal–> 4 American Girl Movies for $10.99

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If you’re looking for a fun family game, right now you can get Apples to Apples Junior for just $10!  The regular price on this is $21.99, so you’re saving 55%!  I love the regular Apples to Apples game, so I’m hoping my kids will love the junior version!

Click here to check it out–> Apples to Apples Junior for $10

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If you’ve got little ones, this is an awesome deal!  Get this Fisher Price Little People Rumblin Rocks Dump Truck for just $7.30!  It retails for $17.99!  My guess is it won’t last long at this price!  This would be perfect for Easter baskets, an upcoming birthday or to add to your gift closet!

Click here to check it out–> Fisher Price Little People Rumblin Rocks Dump Truck only $7.30

See more Amazon deals here–> Amazon Deals

Please keep in mind that pricing on Amazon can change at ANY time and does change frequently at this time of year!  Always verify final pricing before completing your order!

Get free shipping when you spend $35 or more or if you have Amazon Prime!  You can get a free 30 day trial to Amazon Prime here–> Amazon Prime free trial

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FREE Weekend Family Fun and Activites Round-Up!

March 22, 2014 by Leave a Comment

Looking for some free family fun this weekend?  Here is a round up of free activities and events.  It’s always a good idea to check with your local store before going to make sure that they are participating (especially if you’ve got a drive).

Here are the rest of the free activities for the week:

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American Girl – Isabelle’s Funky Fashion Headpiece Craft. Your girl’s fun, funky style can shine, just like Isabelle—our newest Girl of the Year! During this free event, your girl can craft a decorative hair accessory for her doll. She can jazz up her doll’s flair like Isabelle does with her own dance costumes! Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

Apple Stores – Check your local store for weekly workshops and youth programs

Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores – Free demos every Saturday, check your store here for more details.

Lakeshore Learning – Saturday, March 22nd from 11-3 pm, kids can make a Colors of the Rainbow Mirror.

Lowes Build and Grow – The next Lowes Build & Grow Clinic is April 12th.  Kids can make a recycling truck. Register for this class as well as other future classes here.

Michael’s Crafts – Check back for fun and free classes for the whole family.

Microsoft Stores – Check your local store for classes and special events for the whole family.

Pottery Barn Kids – Peter Rabbit Character Appearance (Check your store for dates and details)

-Tuesday’s from 11-11:30 a.m., Story Time.

Target – select a city to find free or reduced-price admission to arts and cultural events in your area, sponsored by Target.

The Home Depot – See Adult Weekly workshops here. (Landscape Design, Lawn Maintenance, Install Vinyl Flooring)

Walmart Event Finder – enter your zip code to see what is going on in your area.

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Aldi deals for the week of 3/19!

March 22, 2014 by Leave a Comment

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If you are new to shopping, at Aldi’s, here’s their coupon policy: or lack there-of since they don’t actually take coupons!

  • Aldi’s does not take coupons of any kind.
  • At Aldi’s, you will have to bag your own groceries and pay a quarter to get a cart. The quarter is reimbursed when the cart is returned.
  • You’ll need to bring in your own reusable grocery bags or you’ll have to purchase them in the store (they are $.06)

Aldi is now in Houston and these deals are based on that ad.  It is hard to judge what a “good deal” is since cost of living varies so much in various parts of the country, but these are all “good deals” by my standards in a low to moderate cost of living area.

Here are some of the Aldi’s highlights for the week:

Pears – $.50/lb.

Blackberries (6 oz.) – $.99

Strawberries – $1.29/lb.

Blueberries (6 oz.) – $1.29

Pineapple – $1.19

Cantaloupe – $.99

Mama Cozzi’s Pizza Kitchen (Assorted Varieties) – $3.89-3.99

Season’s Choice Frozen Blueberries or Strawberries – $2.29

Fit and Active Healthy Meals – $.99

Huntington Home Allergy Bed Pillows – $4.99

 

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Retail round-up: printable coupons for your weekend shopping!

March 22, 2014 by Leave a Comment

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If you’re planning on doing some holiday shopping this weekend, here’s the retail round-up of printable coupons!

See more printable coupons here–> Printable coupons

(Thanks Your Retail Helper!)

 

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