Free Swagcode

You can earn one Swag Buck with the new special offers (I just did it and got 2 though, Yeah!!) Just follow these steps:

Go to the Swagbucks home page.

Look in the left column for "Special Offers" NEW; click.

Look for the blue box on the right that says "No Obligation Offers"; click.

Scroll past the offers and skip them all.

When you reach the end, you'll be given a unique Swag Code - Copy it.

Go back to the Swagbucks Home Page and enter the code under your Swag Bucks total.

Not a member of Swagbucks? What are you waiting for? It is easy and fun to earn Swag Bucks and even more fun to turn them into FREE GIFT CARDS! Reward yourself for searching the internet! Want to know more about Swagbucks? Read this post to learn the basics, and this post for the best (and easiest!) ways to earn swagbucks! Go here to join today and get started - -you'll get 3 free Swag Bucks for joining!

Planner for $1.49!

Most of you who know me well know that I am a major planner. I love to plan parties, get togethers for friends, heck, part of my job is being an event planner so getting great planners is one of the highlights of my year. I know, I know. It's a little lame. I am so glad I just stumbled upon this post by My Frugal Adventures telling about this cute little planner above that I just ordered being $1.49! I chose to put one of my favorite wedding pictures on mine as well as my favorite Bible verse on the inside cover. (Zeph. 3:17)

Go HERE to get yours for $1.49 shipped after the free $10 credit you get at Snapfish for signing up for a new account. There are lots of other great items you can get for very little HERE as well. (Remember you need to register for a new account and the $10 credit appears at the very, very end of the process.) You can also create a notebook or an address book. I believe this deal ends tonight, so hurry!

If you got an MP3 player for Christmas, Amazon has a great dealto help you fill it with the music you want for cheap.

Just purchase any MP3 album priced at $7.99 or higher through 1/10, and you’ll receive a credit for a Free $5 MP3.

Thanks, Saving and Giving!

Sunday Coupons 1/3

You will definitely want to pick up your Sunday papers this weekend. There will be 5 inserts in some cities! Look for 3 SmartSource and 2 RedPlum inserts. There will be a $2.50 Finish/Electrasol coupon in the SmartSource which should make for some FREE (at Walgreens next week) or very inexpensive dishwasher soap! And the RedPlum has a $.75/1 McCormick Spice or Herb coupon which should make FREE Spices or Herbs if your store doubles. There is also a $2/1 Nivea Bodywash coupon that would work great for the upcoming CVS sale!

View all 3 SmartSource Inserts HERE

View all 3 RedPlum Inserts HERE

Free Download of Dora's World Adventure from Nick Jr.

Get a FREE download of Dora’s World Adventure valued at $19.99 when you register to receive updates about Nickelodeon Video Downloads and Other Nick Jr. Offers. You’ll receive an email with instructions on how to redeem a coupon code for your free download upon submission.

Thanks, Pink Coupon Cafe!

For more great freebies, check out this thread!

Target Christmas Items: 75% Off!

It’s official! Target now has their holiday merchandise at 75% off. I grabbed some amazing things today at incredibly low prices; I encourage everyone to do the same if there is something you’ve been eyeing (or if you want to stock up on gifts for next year!) The sale should go to 90% in the next few days, but by that point there usually isn’t as much available so you might want to check it out now. Happy shopping, and let us know what great things you find!

New Swagcode: Worth 1 Swagbuck!

There’s a brand new code on the Swidget: good until 5pm PST for 1 swagbuck! Just click on “Swagcodes”, and then “check for codes”, then copy and paste it onto Swagbucks!

Haven't signed up yet? Sign up here and you will receive three bonus swag bucks to help get you started!

Want to know more about Swagbucks? Read this post to learn the basics, and this post for the best (and easiest!) ways to earn swagbucks!

Whole Foods Coupons

Whole Foods has released online coupons that you can use at their store or at Publix if your Publix considers them a competitor. Go here to check them out and print.

New to couponing? Read this post on couponing and this one on abbreviations we commonly use.

Have some questions? Check out our frequently asked questions thread!

Health Magazine: $5

Amazon.com is running another great special on magazines! Right now you can get Health magazine for only $5- that’s 87% off the retail price!

Check out all the great Amazon.com deals in this thread!

2010 Advertising

Saving Money & Living Life is now accepting 2010 sponsors and advertisers. If you are interested in advertising on Saving Money & Living Life, email me at savingmoneylivinglife@gmail.com. If you contact us by January 4th you will receive an early bird discount. Thank you!

$.15 Pet Products

UPDATE: The site is currently experiencing problems most likely due to the high traffic volume they are receiving. If you would like, you can place an order by phone and use the same code. The number is: 1-800-826-7206.

Doctors Foster and Smith, an online pet supply store, is offering a great promo code to get a FREE gift with any order. Shipping is FREE. Enter the code in the "coupon code" box on the right side. Place any order, such as this 15 cent syringe, and enter promo code3383/2152 and you'll be given a choice of these gifts:

Piddle Pads (box of 50 $15.99 value)

Cozy Cushion for Cats with (Thermo-reflective layer for warmth-$16.99 value) pictured above

Low-Fat Crunchies for Dogs (choose one of 3 flavors - $19.99 value)

Premium Plus Skin & coat Liquid (32oz - $11.99 value)

You can even pay for your purchase via paypal and no credit card is required! Thanks, Money Saving Madness.

CVS: More Deals this Week 12/27

Man, the CVS deals just keep rolling in this week! It is being reported that Biore Skin Preservation Wash is on clearance for $4 at CVS. (Look for UPC 019100136793, and make sure to price check it to make sure it is $4.) Biore products are producing $3 in Extra Care Bucks this week, plus there is a $3/1 Biore coupon in the 10/11 SS insert. You'll pay just $1 after coupons, plus get $3 back in ECB!

If you are going to CVS this week, make sure to look for this deal!
Thanks, Deal Finding Chik!


This week Pantene hair care products are on sale for just $3.50 each. If your 12/27 P&G insert had the $3/2 Pantene products coupon in it, use it to make this deal:

Buy 2 Pantene Hair Care Products @ $3.50 ea. =$7
Use $3/2 Pantene coupon from the 12/27 P&G -$3
Receive $2.00 ECB's (Limit 1)
Final Price: $1.00 ea.
Thanks, Coupon Gal!

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Thanks to Cassie for emailing to let us know that not only is the regular Dawn dish soap .99, but the Dawn Hand Renewal with Olay dish soap was also .99. She used two $1 off any size Dawn Hand Renewal coupons from the Home Made Simple booklet that came out last time to get two for free!

New to CVS? Check out this post on CVS basics.

New to couponing? Read this post on couponing and this one on abbreviations we commonly use.

Have some questions? Check out our frequently asked questions thread!

Free Pregnancy Journal

Prenexa, prenatal vitamin, is offering a free pregnancy journal.  While there you can also access a $5 off coupon plus design your own customized address labels that you can print at home. 

Thanks, Common Sense with Money!

Free YoPlus Yogurt!

Right now when you sign up HERE for the Betty Crocker newsletter, you’ll get a coupon good for a free 4-pk of YoPlus Yogurt. This offer is only valid for new signups, so if you’ve signed up before you won’t receive it.

Thanks For the Mommas!

For more great freebies, check out this thread!

Home Made Simple Booklet

It looks as though the Home Made Simple booklet is available again! It appears to be a new version of the coupon booklet and I was able to order one. If you have requested this booklet in the past it will let you know. Hopefully you'll be able to get another one too!

Thanks, Money Saving Madness!

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New to couponing? Read this post on couponing and this one on abbreviations we commonly use.

Have some questions? Check out our frequently asked questions thread!

This Week at Publix: January 1st- January 5th

Here are the best deals for the upcoming sale at Publix starting on Friday, January 1st. To view current sale ad, go here.

BOGO Deals:

Fresh Express Salad Blends or Greens, Assorted Varieties, 4.5 to 12-oz bag, BOGO Surprisingly Low Price
-$.55/1 PRINT
-$1/2 Happy Holidays Yellow Advantage Buy Flyer

Post Cereal, Assorted Varieties, Selects or Great Grains, 13 to 16-oz box or Trail Mix Crunch, 17-oz box, BOGO $3.99
-$1/2 from 12-06-09 SS
$1.50 each after coupon

Betty Crocker Supreme Brownie Mix, Assorted Varieties, 19.8 to 22.5-oz box or Dessert Bar Mix, 19.5-oz box, BOGO $2.69
-$.75/2 PRINT
$.97 each after coupon

Quaker Oats Oatmeal, Old Fashioned or Quick-1 Minute, 18-oz pkg, BOGO $2.65
-$.50/1 02-22-09 RP
$.32 each after coupon

Campbell's Select Harvest Soup, Assorted Varieties, 18.6 to 18.8-oz can or 15.3-oz bowl, BOGO $2.39
-$1/3PRINT
$.86 each after coupon

Northland 100% Juice Blend, Assorted Varieties, 64-oz bot, BOGO $3.95
-$1/2PRINT
$1.48 each after coupon

Del Monte Tomatoes, Assorted Varieties, 14.5-oz can, BOGO $1.49
-$1/4 PRINT
$.50 each after coupon

Nabisco 100 Calorie Packs, Assorted Varieties, 4.05 to 5.1-oz box, BOGO $3.19
-$1/2 Crackers from 12-13-09 SS
$1.10 each after coupon

Yoplait Fiber One Yogurt, Assorted Varieties, 4-pk, 4-oz cup, BOGO $2.50
-$.75/1 PRINT
$.50 each after coupon

The Skinny Cow Ice Cream Sandwiches or Bars, Truffle, or Cones, Assorted Varieties, 12-ct or 2.65 to 24-oz ctn, BOGO $4.99
-$1/1 Truffle Bars PRINT
$1.50 each after coupon

Smart Balance Spread, Assorted Varieties, 13 or 15-oz or 2-pk 7.5-oz tub or Spray, 8-oz bot (Excluding Organic) BOGO $2.79
-$1/2 PRINT
$.90 each after coupon

Scrubbing Bubbles Bathroom Cleaner, Assorted Varieties, Antibacterial, 22-oz can, BOGO $3.29
-$1.50/2 Target Q from 11-15-09 SS
$.90 each after coupon

General Mills Cereal, Honey Nut Cheerios, Lucky Charms, Reese's or Cookie Crisp, 15.6 to 18-oz box or Cinnamon Toast Crunch, 24.9-oz box, BOGO $4.99
-$1/1; $1/2 Honey Nut Cheerios PRINT
-$1/3 from 12-13-09 GM
-$1/1 PRINT
-$.55/1 Cinnamon Toast Crunch PRINT & PRINT
As low as $1.50 each after coupon

Non-BOGO Deals:

Weight Watchers Smart Ones Entrees or Morning Express Breakfast Items, Assorted Varieties, 6 to 12-oz box, 5/$10
-$3/10 PRINT
-$1/5 PRINT
-$4/10 PRINT
$1.60 each after $4/10 coupon!

Planters Peanuts, Dry Roasted or Cocktail, Assorted Varieties, 16-oz jar or can 2/$4
-$1/2 from 12-13-09 SS
$1 each after coupon

Tampax Tampons, 40-ct box or Always: Pads, 20 to 44-ct pkg or Liners, 80-ct box, Assorted Varieties, (Excluding Always Infinity, Jumbo Packs & Tampax Pearl) $5.49
-Buy 1 Tampax 36- 60 Get one 18 to 20 ct Free from 12-27-09 PG
-Buy 1 24- 54 ct get one 15 to 22 ct FREE from 12-27-09 PG

Bob Evans Seasoned Home Fries or Original Hash Browns, 20-oz pkg, 2/$4
-$.35/1 from 12-06-09 SS & 11-22-09 SS & 11-15-09 SS
-$1/2 from 12-06-09 SS
-$.50/1 PRINT
$1 each after coupon

Purina Cat Chow Cat Food or Kitten Chow Kitten Food, Assorted Varieties, 3.5-lb bag, $3.99
-$1/1 PRINT (MQ with Target Logo)
$2.99 each after coupon

Betty Crocker Potatoes, Assorted Varieties, 4.6 to 6.6-oz box, .99¢
-$.35/1 from 12-13-09 SS & 11-22-09 SS &11-22-09 SS
-$1/2 from 11-22-09 SS & 11-15-09 GM
-$.40/1 PRINT
$.20 each after coupon

Thanks to mcatwood and tn_native at HCW for their help in typing this up!
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New to couponing? Read this post on couponing and this one on abbreviations we commonly use.

Have some questions? Check out our frequently asked questions thread!

New Swagcode: 1 Swagbuck

There’s a new code out for 1 Swagbuck! Just go here to the Swagbucks facebook page and look at the top of the page for the most recent status update. You’ll find a code to enter good until 5 PM PST!

Haven't signed up yet? Sign up here and you will receive three bonus swag bucks to help get you started!

Want to know more about Swagbucks? Read this post to learn the basics, and this post for the best (and easiest!) ways to earn swagbucks!

Menu Plan Monday

Eric (my DH) is in town this week which is nice & though I'm sick, I'm hoping with his help to be able to at least cook a few meals since he's been home so rarely during the week due to work. After January though, I should be able to regularly be having Menu Plan Mondays and have him here. :)

Monday: Breakfast Casserole, grits (love this southern classic), and cinnamon rolls

Recipe: 8 eggs, 2 c. milk, 7 slices white bread (no crust), 1 t. salt, 1 t. mustard, 1 lb. Jimmy Dean Sausage cooked, 1 1/2 c. shredded cheddar. Beat eggs, add milk, sausage, bread & seasonings. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes.

Tuesday: Leftover breakfast casserole

Wednesday: Dinner out with friends who are in town

Thursday: New Year's Eve=appetizer for party! Warm swiss & bacon dip from Vera Bradley Cookbook

Friday: Chicken & spinach pasta bake

If you plan out your meals, or ever want to share an easy and great dish, I'd love for you to post it below in our comments section! Because, let's be honest, I'm still new to this cooking thing. I'm getting it, but I am no trophy wife cooker yet and that's ok.

Listed at Org Junkie's Menu Plan Monday!

To see more recipes & Menu Plan Mondays, check out this thread.

Christmas Clearance Deals

I posted a week or so ago about how I maximized my savings on Christmas decor by shopping the sales after Christmas last year. I wanted to take a moment to remind you all that many places like Walmart, Kmart, Hobby Lobby and even Pottery Barn have very attractive Christmas decorations right now that are up to 75% off.

I have two friends who don't even have kids yet, but after Christmas last year went to Pottery Barn and got 4 stockings for their spouse, themselves and their 2 future kids they plan on having so that they can get those precious monogrammed matching stockings for about half the price of what they would normally pay.

I also try to get lots of ornaments and Christmas candles, etc. that can be given as gifts the next year, or put into a traditional Dirty Santa game, or ornament exchange. Don't forget that thinking ahead always saves money, even when it comes to holiday decor!

$50 Advertising Credits

Here are a couple of great freebies for our fellow bloggers or anyone that has a small business they’d like to advertise. You can get $50 in credit for advertising on both Facebook and MySpace right now!

• $50 Facebook Advertising Credit (exp. 3/2010)
• $50 MySpace Advertising Credit (exp. unknown)

Thanks KC Penny Pinchin’ Mama and Moms By Heart!

While we're talking about Facebook, Jessica & I would love for you to become a fan of the blog on Facebook to make sure you get all the great deals asap!

Freebies:

For more great freebies, check out this thread!

Yankee Candle: Semi-Annual Clearance

Yankee Candle is having their Semi-Annual Clearance Sale! There is also $10/$25 coupon too! I have heard some people have no problem using the coupon during the sale but others have, so just be aware. The large jar candles are 2/$25, medium are 2/$20 and votives for $1.

Thanks, Frugal Living & Having Fun!

Free or Overage on Cat Treats at Publix

Purina Friskies Part Mix Cat Treats are listed on sale 4/$5 (Yellow Advantage Buy Flyer)

-$2/1 Savings For All Seasons Booklet
-$2/2 from 11-15-09 SS

Buy two, use two store coupons and a MQ to get FREE treats and $3.50 in overage (if your store allows.)

Huge thanks to Lynne over at Workin’ The Deals & I Heart Publix.

New to couponing? Read this post on couponing and this one on abbreviations we commonly use.

Have some questions? Check out our frequently asked questions thread!

CVS Week of 12/27-1/2

Here are the best deal this week at CVS, thanks to Money Saving Madness!

*HOT DEAL*Olay Regenerist Scrub Cleansers (5 oz) $6.99
Deal scenario:
Buy 2 for $13.98
Use (2) $3/1 coupons from the 11/29 PG (exp. 12/31)
Pay $7.98
Submit for the $15 Olay Rebate
Final Price: FREE + a $7.02 money-maker!

Bayer Contour $14.99 get $5 ECB Limit 1
-$14.99 Breeze 2 or Contour meter from the 10/25 SS
Final Price: FREE plus $5 money-maker!

Colgate Total Advanced 4 oz $2.99 get $2 ECB Limit 1
-$1/1 from the December All You
- $1/1 coupon from 12/6 insert or $1/1 printable coupon
Final Price: FREE!

Gillette Fusion $8.99 get $4 eb Limit 1
-$4 Gillette Fusion Razor (exp 12/31/09) fromthe 11/29/09 PG
Final Price: $.99

Nature's Bounty B1G1 FREE, Get $3 ECB Limit 6
-$2/1 Natures Bounty printable HERE
-$1/1 Natures Bounty printable HERE
Final Price: Varies depending on type

Efferdent Denture Cleanser 78-120 ct $4.99 $3 ECB Limit 1
-$1/1 SS 3/15
-$.50/1 SS 3/15, 8/02
Final Price: as low as $.99

Scope Outlast 750 ML or Crest w/Scope $3.49 get $1 ECB Limit 1
-$1/1 or $.75/1 P&G 11/29 and 12/27
Final Price: as low as $1.49

Pantene or Gillette Hair care 2/$7 $2 ECB wyb 2 Limit 1
-$1/1 Pantene coupon from the 11/29 PG or 12/27 PG
-$1/1 Gillette Shampoo from the 12/27 PG
-$3/2 Pantene from the 12/27 PG
-$2/1 Pantene coupon from the Vocalpoint mailer
Final Price: as low as 2/$3

Old Spice High Endurance 3-3.25oz or Secret Solid 2.6oz (excludes Scent Expressions, Flawless, Fresh & Smooth effects) 2/$4$1 ECB wyb 2 Limit 1
-$1/2 Old Spice P&G 11/01, 11/30, 12/27
-B2G1 Free Secret P&G 11/01, 12/27
-$.50/1 Secret P&G 11/01, -$.25/1 12/27
::Buy 3 Secret Deodorants $6
::Use B2G1 FREE coupon -$2
::Use 2 $.50/1 coupons -$1
::Get $1 ECB
Final Price: $2 for 3 deodorants!

CVS:

New to CVS? Check out this post on CVS basics.

New to couponing? Read this post on couponing and this one on abbreviations we commonly use.

Have some questions? Check out our frequently asked questions thread!

Publix Penny Item

The Publix penny item this week is Publix brand grape juice.

While you're there you may want to get a couple of Blockbuster movies from the kiosk. This code is buy one, get one free movie rental GW9TB4.

Want more information about shopping at Publix?

New to couponing? Read this post on couponing and this one on abbreviations we commonly use.

Have some questions? Check out our frequently asked questions thread!

After Christmas Sales

This weekend only, Urban Outfitters is taking an extra 50% off all in-store clearance purchases! No coupon is necessary - I'm assuming signs will be marking the extra discounted prices! Thanks, Fantabulously Frugal.

I worked at Belk today doing fragrance sales and got an additional 20% off everything I bought which was wonderful! I got a Free People berry colored dress on clearance from $108 to $12! I'll definitely be rocking this dress at our New Year's party! Also, I got some Nine West shoes reduced from $99 to $23! Amazing, love these sales. Hope you've found some steals as well this weekend. Please share below if you have!

Merry Christmas!

From Jessica, Marty the cat, Jason & Eric & I MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!! All of you have made this year so incredible for us. We had no idea when we started this blog what it would turn into or what it would even look like but you guys have made it so fun, encouraging, and taught us more than we could've ever known through sharing your stories, shopping trips, tips and blogs with us. We thank you so much for your continued reading and for making this a great experience for us. Now, go celebrate the reason for the season, Jesus Christ, the Saviour is born! We will be back to posting after Christmas.

(Jessica's Note: Yes, I am married, I am not a crazy cat lady. But I don't have kids, so... :) Merry Christmas everyone!! We are thankful for all of you!)

Amazon Gift Card: It's not Too Late to Get a Gift Without Leaving Your House!

Do you still need to buy a gift? Why not go the easy route and purchase and Amazon Gift Card? Click the top image above to buy.

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Amazon has everything and anything to please the most hard-to-buy-for father-in-law, brother, uncle and cousin!

Personalized Amazon egift cards are available immediately! You can send them to the recipient by email or print the card and give it as a gift. And of course, you can have your traditional gift card mailed in 5-7 days. Thanks for the last minute idea, Money Saving Madness!

Don't forget you can still get the $5 Southern Living Subscription, a $5 Health (1-year) subscription, or an InStyle (1-year) subscription for $10.

Want more great Amazon.com deals? Check out this thread!

Free Lip Gloss: Victoria’s Secret

Get a FREE Beauty Rush lip gloss from Victoria’s Secret with any purchase! Look for the Victoria’s Secret lollipops for the lowest out of pocket expense, but you may want to check out the Semi-Annual Sale while you’re there too.

Expires 1/20/10.

For more great freebies, check out this thread!

Thanks, Deal Seeking Mom!

Free Kashi Sample

Kashi is offering a free sample of their TLC bars! These are so yummy, so make sure to sign up. If you have signed up for this offer previously, you may not be able to sign up a second time- I was able to though!

For more great freebies, check out this thread!

Thanks Mommy Wishlist!

Top It Off: A Clever & Inexpensive DIY Gift Idea

I know some of you may still be scrambling around looking for last minute Christmas gifts (bless your souls) and thanks to my precious friend Ashlyn & Lowe's magazine, I have one more solution for you to consider that should be a very inexpensive option.

1. Gather corks and lamp finials from a craft store (you know, those things that go on top of the lampshade).
2. Secure to the top of each cork with a dab of Liquid Nails.
3. Allow adhesive to try for a w-h-i-l-e.
4. Throw with some cocktail napkins and bow, voila.

Don't these look so elegant? These could provide a great hostess gift, shower gift or birthday surprise. The options are endless. If you get a chance check out Ashlyn's charming southern blog.

Featured on:

Making the World Cuter

The Girl Creative

It's So Very Cheri

Finding Fabulous

For more Do-it-yourself ideas, check out our DIY thread.

Free Fresco Taco

Taco Bell is giving away 1 million FREE fresco tacos. Take this printable couponto get yours (coupon is valid for up to 7 days or until 1 million tacos have been redeemed) Thanks, Savings with Sense!