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Carmex Click Sticks & Picnic Blanket Giveaway Ends Tonight!! Low Entries

2011-08-26T11:53:00.000-07:00

Be sure to get your entries into the Carmex click sticks and picnic blanket giveaway before it ends tonight! One lucky winner will be chosen tomorrow to win the gift pack and entries are very low right now (hint hint).

Enter To Win A Carmex Gift Pack (2 New Click Sticks & A Picnic Blanket)* CLOSED*

2011-08-16T12:18:00.000-07:00

* The Giveaway has ended.

I love Carmex! So, I was very excited when I opened up a box from them recently and discovered 2 new Carmex click sticks (moisturizing lip balm) in it, along with a super cool picnic blanket.

My kids quickly ran off with the click sticks but they were nice enough to leave me the blanket- which folds up and Velcros together and has a handle and a zippered pouch (which I am keeping in the car- very handy).

The new flavors of Vanilla and Lime Twist are great (and they contain 3 additional moisturizers that are not found in the original Carmex line). The flavor smell is a little bit more mild than I was expecting, but the best part to me is that they both contain SPF 15. I just have to "think" about the sun and I instantly get a sunburn. =0)

Because Carmex loves their fans, they are currently offering a $0.50/1 coupon (on Facebook) valid on their new Lime Twist and Vanilla click sticks. Currently, the click sticks can only be found at Walmart, Walgreens, and CVS.

Carmex is also giving one Affording Common Cents reader a chance to win a gift pack like I received. The gift pack will include 2 click sticks (1 Vanilla and 1 Lime Twist) and the super cool picnic blanket.

How to Enter This Giveaway:

You can have up to 4 entries (per household) for this giveaway. Please make sure to leave a separate comment for each entry.

Entry #1) Visit Carmex and tell me what Carmex product you would like to try or what one is your favorite.

Entry #2) Become a follower of this blog (Google Friend Connect) publicly or if you already are a follower that works too. Leave a comment letting me know that you are.

Entry #3) Like Carmex on Facebook and tell them that Affording Common Cents sent you (remember to come back here and leave a comment telling us that you did it). =0)

Entry #4) What flavor would you like to see Carmex come out with next?

Please make sure that you also leave your email address with your comment so that I may contact you if you the winner (the only reason I would use your email address for). I would suggest typing it up like this- affordingcommoncents (at) gmail (dot) com so that you don't get hit with spammers.

Open to U.S. residents only. The giveaway ends at 11:59 pm (PST) on 26 August 2011. One winner will be chosen at random from all the comments. I will email the winner and they have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be drawn.

*Thank you to Carmex for giving me and one of my readers this awesome gift pack! They sponsored this giveaway but the opinions are mine alone and always will be. =0)

Giveaway Coming Soon!

2011-08-07T22:30:00.000-07:00

So, I decided to take a break from my break and I will be hosting a giveaway soon. =0) Be sure to look for the giveaway coming up this week......

Hiatus

2011-06-06T10:36:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone!

Just a quick note to let you know that I am taking some time away from blogging. I decided that I wanted to focus more time on my family, my house and myself (being on the computer does nothing for my girlish figure). =0)

Thank you to those of you who stopped by and followed me, left comments and made this all feel worthwhile. I hope to see you around.

Facebook: $3/1 Hasbro Pictureka Game Coupon

2011-06-03T11:11:00.000-07:00

Hasbro Family Game Night has just released, on Facebook, a HOT $3/1 coupon valid on any Pictureka game. The coupon doesn't limit what Pictureka game you can use it on so you should be able to get the Pictureka card game for pretty cheap.

The coupon expires 6/30/11 and prints are limited.

Home Depot Kid's Workshop: Make A Valet Organizer (6/4)

2011-06-03T09:28:00.000-07:00

Tomorrow (6/4) is the Home Depot's Kid's Workshop. They will be making a Valet Organizer from 9 AM to Noon (in my experience it is better to get their earlier rather than later). And on June 18th, they will be having a special Father's Day Kid's Workshop where they will get to make a Lil' Toolbox. I think Dad would be happy to receive either one of these. =0)

The Home Depot provides the projects FREE of charge and also provides the necessary equipment to get the job done. Each kid completing the project will receive a pin and certificate. If it is your first time, you will also receive an orange apron to keep.

My kids love going to these clinics! They always seem to have a sense of accomplishment when they're finished building their own projects. Plus, it is a great way to entertain them for FREE on a Saturday morning.(Projects are designed for kids 5 -12.)

Facebook: FREE Tide Stain Release Giveaway ~ *UPDATED

2011-06-03T09:10:00.000-07:00

UPDATED ~ all the samples are gone.

Tide is having another giveaway (live now) if you haven't received the one for the stain release in the past.
Just go HERE and fill out the form.

From Tide's Facebook page:

Happy Friday fans! Here’s a surprise to brighten your day, if you haven’t already registered for a free sample of Tide Stain Release tablets we’re giving away 20,000 samples right now! Click here http://www5.thepromotionaloffer.com/tide takethechallenge/delight/ to get yours, while supplies last!

$0.50/1 Chicken Of The Sea Coupon

2011-06-02T21:17:00.000-07:00

Here is a great high value coupon that should net you an inexpensive or FREE Chicken of the Sea product. Just go HERE to print your $0.50/1 coupon.

Thanks, Printable Coupons and Deals

Reminder: $5 Bounty Coupons on Facebook (First 5,000) 6/3 *UPDATED

2011-06-02T21:08:00.000-07:00

UPDATED ~ the coupons are gone for now but if you didn't get one try back next Friday.

Reminder: This will happen sometime tomorrow (6/3) between 11am and 1pm EST.

It looks like Bounty is releasing some very high value ($5) coupons to their fans every Friday through June on Facebook. There will be a limited # of coupons available so if you are interested I would go ahead and "like" them now and watch for a status update when the coupon goes live.

$10 Worth Of Downy Coupons

2011-06-02T12:29:00.000-07:00

Head on over to the Downy website and request $10 worth of coupons. These coupons will be sent via snail mail and should arrive in 4-6 weeks.

Thanks, Sample Stuff

Request Your Organize In Style Coupon Book Filled With $35 Worth Of Coupons

2011-06-02T12:22:00.000-07:00

Go HERE to request a FREE Origanize In Style coupon book filled with $35 worth of great "cleaning" coupons. Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.

Chuck E Cheese: Play Skee Ball & Win 40 FREE Tickets

2011-06-02T12:10:00.000-07:00

If you are headed to Chuck E Cheese any time soon you'll want to head on over HERE first and play their new Skee Ball game. Depending on your score you can win up to 40 FREE tickets (redeemable at Chuck E Cheese).

You can use one reward voucher per child per day.

Thanks, Savvy Spending

Facebook: Help No Nonsense Donate Socks To Those In Need (Just Click)

2011-06-02T11:12:00.000-07:00

No Nonsense has a great promo on their Facebook page and a chance for you to help others in need. If you aren't a fan of No Nonsense yet head on over HERE and like them. For every new "like" they get they will donate a pair of socks to someone in need. This is a great way to help others without it costing you a thing.

If you are already a fan you can still participate. Just go to the Socks for America tab on the left hand side of the page, click on it and then click on the donate button. No Nonsense will then donate a pair of socks in your name and if you share the promo with friends you can get FREE shipping at No Nonsense.

I have been a fan of No Nonsense for a while and they often post specials and freebies on their Facebook page. Love it!

From No Nonsense's Facebook page:

We need your help! For every new No nonsense facebook fan, we'll donate a pair of socks to someone in need. Tell your friends and family. It's a super easy way to make a small difference in the world. Thank you!

Blog-o-versary Winners Announced

2011-06-01T22:29:00.000-07:00

I would like to thank everyone who stopped by and entered our Blog-o-versary giveaways and for making our day so special. =0)

Without further ado, here are our winners:

1. A Bottle Of Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion Winner ~~ sexyhots29@

2. $10 Amazon Gift Card ~~ dalern63@ (the $ amount in the jar was $91.95 and the closest guess was $91.75)

3. Gooseberry Patch Cookbook (Mom's Very Best Recipes) ~~ gram122@

Winners have been emailed and have 48 hours to respond or new winner(s) will be drawn. Be sure to check your spam folders.

Groupon: $10 For A $20 Old Navy Voucher

2011-06-01T17:05:00.000-07:00

HOT Groupon deal ~ $20 voucher to Old Navy for only $10. I just purchased one in anticipation of school clothes. =0)

This Groupon can only be used in store and it is valid on sale items and other store promotions.

If you don't have a Groupon account yet you will need to sign up for one and then come back and use the above link to get your deal.

Fine Details:

*Expires Jul 30, 2011
*Limit 1 per person.
*Purchase of Groupon may take up to 48 hours to process.
*Valid on purchase of $20 or more from 6/2 to 7/30/2011 at Old Navy Stores only.
*Product restrictions apply.
*One time use in US only.
*Not transferable. Not valid for cash or cash equivalent.
*Good for $20 of merchandise ($10 Paid For value plus $10 Discount Offer value). Discount Offer value expires 7/30/2011. $10 Paid For value does not expire.

Thanks, Cuckoo For Coupon Deals

Facebook: FREE Libman Microfiber Cleaning Pad Giveaway Today *UPDATED

2011-06-01T12:52:00.000-07:00

UPDATED ~ The freebies are all gone.

Libman is giving away FREE microfiber cleaning pads (works on the Freedom Spray Mop) sometime today between now and 4pm CST. Just go HERE to like them so that you are ready when the giveaway goes live.

Thanks, Mojo Savings

Philosophy: FREE Shipping On Any Order + 5% Cash Back

2011-06-01T10:35:00.000-07:00

I love FREE shipping deals! Today and tomorrow (6/1-6/2) you can receive FREE shipping on any order at Philosophy with the code miraclespf.

Be sure to check out their summer sale where they have prices up to 40% off. I thought that this Rainbow Sherbet body lotion looked like a lot of fun and it is marked down to $19 (reg. $24).

*While you are there you might want to sign up for Philosophy's emails..... you will receive a FREE gift offer (located at the top of the page).

If you shop through Ebates, you will receive 5% cash back on your purchase. New members to Ebates will also receive a $5 sign up bonus!

FREE Sample Of Fiber Choice (New Link)

2011-06-01T09:53:00.000-07:00

Here is a new link for another FREE sample of Fiber Choice. This one is hosted by Sam's Club (currently no membership # is required). Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.

Thanks, Deal Seeking Mom

Facebook: Enter Melissa & Doug's "Play To 100,000 Fans" Sweepstakes

2011-06-01T09:35:00.000-07:00

If you are a fan of Melissa & Doug Toys you'll want to head on over to their Facebook page and become a fan. =0)

While you are there be sure to enter their "Play To 100,000 Fans" Sweepstakes. Each time they reach another 1,000 fans they will be having a giveaway and when they reach 100,000 fans they say all fans will receive a special gift.

Facebook: Enter Lofthouse Cookies Summer Sweepstakes (Win A Case Of Cookies)

2011-06-01T09:21:00.000-07:00

If you love Lofthouse cookies as much as I do, you'll want to head on over to their Facebook page and enter their Summer Sweepstakes. They are giving away a case of cookies each week for the next 13 weeks! You can enter once per week. Sounds yummy to me. =0)

Wednesday Blog Hop

2011-05-31T23:02:00.000-07:00

Facebook: FREE Onsie From B Toys (First 10,000) *UPDATED

2011-05-31T22:49:00.000-07:00

UPDATED ~ It looks like all the onsies are gone.

To celebrate their first birthday, B Toys is giving away FREE onsies to the first 10,000 fans on Facebook who request them. The size is 12-18 months. Allow 2-3 weeks for delivery. Available only for residents of the US or Canada.

Thanks, This Mama Loves Her Bargains

HOT Libby's Fruit And Vegetable Coupons - Print Now!

2011-05-31T22:20:00.000-07:00

Coupons.com has come out with a couple of HOT Libby's coupons available to print. Just go HERE to print these coupons (use zipcode 77477 if you need to). I would print now if you are interested, as these coupons tend to go fast.

$1/4 Cans of Libby's Vegetables
$1/2 Libby's Fruit Products (includes canned fruit but not tropical, 24 oz. fruit bottles or 3 pack jumbo cups)

Thanks, Printable Coupons and Deals

Amazon: FREE Plants Vs. Zombies App For Android (Today Only)

2011-05-31T14:21:00.000-07:00

Today only (5/31), you can get the Plants Vs. Zombies App for Android for FREE from Amazon.

My kids have this game on X Box 360 and they love it!

Thanks, Good Deal Divas

$10 Credit To SaveMore = FREE $15 Jamberry Nails Voucher (Plus FREE Shipping)

2011-05-31T13:52:00.000-07:00

SaveMore (another daily deal site) is currently offering a $10 sign up credit to new members. One of the HOT deals today is a $15 voucher to Jamberry Nails for only $7.50 (FREE shipping included). With the sign up credit this deal would be FREE!

It looks like the $15 voucher should net you a FREE set of Jamberry Nail Shields. These look like a lot of fun. I am thinking about getting my niece a set for Christmas. =0)

Fine Print:

Expires December 1, 2011. Limit two vouchers per person. Additional vouchers may be purchased as gifts. Free shipping included. Voucher will be redeemable within 24 hours of the following business day.

Thanks, Hip2Save

Tuesday Blog Hop

2011-05-30T21:15:00.001-07:00

Facebook: $1/1 Diet Coke (16 Or 20 Ounce) Coupon

2011-05-30T20:04:00.000-07:00

Diet Coke is celebrating it's 1 million fans on Facebook with a hot $1/1 coupon good on any 16 or 20 ounce Diet Coke product.

Thanks, Don't Make Me Nuts

Happy Memorial Day

2011-05-30T15:04:00.000-07:00

Giveaways Ending Tomorrow: Skin MD Lotion, $10 Amazon Gift Card & Gooseberry Patch Cookbook

2011-05-30T15:01:00.000-07:00

Don't forget to enter our current giveaways...............they end tomorrow night (5/31).

Blog-o-versary Giveaway #1: Win A Bottle Of Skin MD Natural Lotion

Blog-o-versary Giveaway #2: Guess The Number And Win A $10 Amazon Gift Card

Blog-o-versary Giveaway #3: Win A Copy Of Gooseberry Patch's Cookbook, "Mom's Very Best Recipes"

Pampers Gift To Grow: New 10 Point Code

2011-05-30T14:18:00.000-07:00

Enter the code, 4XGHB4HPE7PB7NK, into your Pampers Gifts to Grow account to score 10 points.

Looking for some more codes? Check out this post for the latest codes.

Pampers Gifts to Grow rewards program is a great way to earn great rewards (and you don't even have to buy Pampers to participate). They often put out bonus codes like the one above or if you have little ones in diapers you can get codes off of Pampers products.

Thanks, Coupon Pro

Facebook: $5 Bounty Coupons Released This Friday (6/3)

2011-05-30T13:54:00.000-07:00

It looks like Bounty is releasing some very high value ($5) coupons to their fans every Friday through June on Facebook. There will be a limited # of coupons available so if you are interested I would go ahead and "like" them now and watch for a status update when the coupon goes live.

From Bounty's Facebook page:

We'll be giving some fabulous coupons to a select number of fans every Friday in June. Click the link to sign up for an e-mail reminder of each week's $5 coupon. Then, come back to the page each Friday and claim one of the limited number of coupons. Hurry though...each coupon is limited to one per household and they will go fast!

Thanks, Mojo Savings

It's The End Of The Month.......Time To Print Those Coupons!

2011-05-30T13:21:00.001-07:00

It's the end of the month which means that some coupons will be disappearing while some may be resetting soon. Be sure to print those coupons that you want before they disappear!

Here are my favorite places to print coupons at:

Coupons.com
Smartsource
Redplum

What's In Your Mailbox?

2011-05-29T13:30:00.000-07:00

I love getting freebies in the mail and since I forget most the time what I requested it's kind of like Christmas when I open up my mailbox. =0)

Here is what I received in my mailbox this week:

Coupon For a FREE tub of Cottonelle wipes (no longer available)

2 FREE L'il Critters Gummy Vitamins (Facebook promo- no longer available)

FREE Zone Perfect Sweet & Salty Bar +$1/2 coupon that I used to buy 2 more for FREE (Facebook promo- Still available)

Coupon for FREE 5 day count of Zyrtec (looks like this is still available)

$10 Prepaid Visa - Box Top for Education promo that was sent to select people through email (want to get in on these kind of deals?......sign up for Box Tops emails)

FREE Sample of FiberChoice tablets + $2 coupon (looks like this is still available)

*My kids also received a check for the surveys they do. (They belong to a couple of survey sites mainly dedicated to kids - I combine the $ and they split it)

*I also received a check from the credit card company because they made a mistake about 6 years ago on our account and charged us extra interest when we were covered under the Service Members Relief Act.......kind of like FREE $ I didn't know about. =0)

What did you receive in your mailbox?

Facebook: FREE Zone Perfect Sweet & Salty Bar

2011-05-29T11:54:00.000-07:00

*This is still available if you have not received one yet.

ZonePerfect is giving away FREE New Sweet & Salty bars on their Facebook page. Just go HERE to like them and request a FREE bar. =0)

Facebook: Enter Ronzoni's Sweepstakes & Print A $1/1 Garden Delight Pasta Coupon

2011-05-28T12:29:00.000-07:00

Enter Ronzoni's Garden Delight Summer Sweepstakes on Facebook where you could be the grand prize winner of $2,500 or one of ten weekly winners of $100.

The first time you enter the sweepstakes you will also have a chance to print a $1/1 Ronzoni Garden Delight Pasta coupon. These often go on sale for $1 so you could possibly score FREE pasta with this coupon.

It's a bricks coupon so be sure to hit the back arrow on your browser to get two.

Thanks, Mama's Spot

Old Navy: Additional 30%- 50% Off Clearance + Many $6 Deals

2011-05-27T22:06:00.000-07:00

If you are headed to the mall this weekend be sure to stop by and check out Old Navy. They currently have baby/kids clearance an additional 30% off and adult clearance an additional 50% off.

Besides the great deal on clearance items they have many items marked for $6 such as: beach shorts, knit dresses, women’s and kids polos and graphic t-shirts. I was also able to find $3 "basic" t's for women.

Here is what I am was able to score tonight:

$3 V-neck t-shirt (reg. $8.50)
$6 Grey Graphic t-shirt (reg. $14.94)
$5.24 Military Polo (reg. $24.50)*
$6 Green Graphic t-shirt (reg. $9.50)
$3.14 Purple Graphic t-shirt (reg. $14.50)*
$1.75 Flip Flops (2 pairs - reg. $3.50 each)
$8 Swim Suit (reg. $16.50)

Only the two * items were clearance items (I probably could have purchased a lot more but I was trying to keep my trip short). The three kids shirts I will be holding back for school clothes this fall. All in all, I spent $34.88 + tax for $95.44 worth of clothes!

FREE Sample Of Disney Themed Pull-ups Wipes

2011-05-27T11:47:00.000-07:00

Walmart is hosting another HOT FREE sample. Just head on over HERE and request a FREE sample of Disney themed Pull-ups Flushable Moist Wipes. Allow 4 weeks for delivery.

Thanks, Mummy Deals

Disney Store: FREE Shipping On Any Order + 5% Cash Back (5/27-5/28)

2011-05-27T11:07:00.000-07:00

I love it when the Disney Store has it's FREE shipping deal!

Right now through tomorrow (5/28) you can score FREE shipping on any order with the code MEMDAY. You can also score 5% cash back when you shop through Ebates. New members to Ebates will also receive a $5 sign up bonus. =0)

Be sure to check out their Swim Shop where they have items up to 40% off right now. You can grab one of the adorable beach towels for only $7.99 shipped (reg, $14.99). I have kind of had my eye on this one.......

Facebook: $2/1 Any Cutter Insect Repellent Product Coupon

2011-05-27T10:38:00.000-07:00

Here is a great coupon to go along with all those Memorial Day BBQ's. =0) Head on over to Cutter Insect Repellent's Facebook page and "like" them to print a HOT $2 off any Cutter Product (excluding flea and tick products) coupon.

HOT French's Mustard and Fried Onion Coupons

2011-05-26T19:51:00.000-07:00

Looking for some HOT condiment coupons? Log into (or sign up) your French's account to print the following coupons:

$0.50/1 any French's Fried Onions

$0.50/1 any French's Mustard

$0.75/1 any French's Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

$1/1 any French's Dijon Mustard

$0.75/1 Solo Cups, Plates Or Bowls Coupon

2011-05-26T16:27:00.000-07:00

Click HERE to get a coupon for $0.75 off any one package of Solo cups, plates, or bowls (scroll down to the bottom of the page).

*A full page ad prints after the coupon. Coupon expires 30 days after print.

Thursday Blog Hops

2011-05-25T20:06:00.000-07:00

Also, check out the "It's Almost Friday" Hop over at Family Friendly Frugality

Facebook: FREE Sample Of Recycled Rubber Mulch

2011-05-25T19:03:00.000-07:00

International Mulch Company is giving out FREE samples of their recycled rubber mulch on Facebook. Just go HERE to like them and request your sample (found under the "welcome" link on the left side of the page).

I am really excited about this one because my husband and I were just discussing getting rubber mulch for the flower beds at the front of the house today. =0)

*Keep in mind that this is only a small sample size but, it gives you an idea about the product.

Thanks, Living on Love & Cents

Pampers Gifts To Grow: A New 5 Point Code

2011-05-25T16:29:00.000-07:00

Enter the code, 20000PampLatino, into your Pampers Gifts to Grow account to score 5 points.

Looking for some more codes? Check out this post for the latest codes.

Pampers Gifts to Grow rewards program is a great way to earn great rewards (and you don't even have to buy Pampers to participate). They often put out bonus codes like the one above or if you have little ones in diapers you can get codes off of Pampers products.

Thanks, Coupon Katarina

Facebook: FREE UV Indicator Bracelet & A FREE Sample Of StriVectin-SH Age Protect SPF 30

2011-05-25T13:20:00.000-07:00

StriVectin is giving out FREE samples of their SH Age Protect SPF 30 and a UV indicator bracelet when you pledge to practice safe sun. Just go HERE to like StriVectin and then click on the Safe Sun link on the left hand side of the page. Make a pledge and then click on "send me my gifts" to fill out your info. The samples should arrive in 4-6 weeks.

*I'm excited about this one because I have a tendency to burn like a marshmallow on the 4th of July!

Thanks, Mojo Savings

Facebook: Enter To Win A $5000 College Scholarship or Smucker's Uncrustables For A Year

2011-05-25T11:50:00.000-07:00

When I saw this promo in my inbox today, I had to kind of laugh because I just bought a case of Smucker's Uncrustables at the Commissary this past weekend.......which according to them is almost like a 1/2 year's supply. he he he =0)

So, if you would like a chance to win a $5,000 college scholarship or a year's worth of Smucker's Uncrustables head on over to the Uncrustables Facebook page and tell them your favorite place to take the Uncrustables sandwiches (found under the promotion tab).

There is a limit of one entry per person for the promotion period which ends June 27, 2011. There will be 1 grand place winner of the $5,000 college scholarship (sent as a check) and 100 first place winners of the year supply of Uncrustables (sent as 24 FREE product coupons).

*You will have to "like" Uncrustables on Facebook in order to enter the giveaway.

Facebook: Scrubbing Bubbles Giveaway Today ~ Updated

2011-05-25T11:31:00.000-07:00

Updated ~ The freebies are all gone.

Reminder: ~~This giveaway is happening sometime this afternoon.~~

It sounds like Scrubbing Bubbles will be having another giveaway this Wednesday (5/25) on Facebook.

From the Scrubbing Bubbles Facebook Status:

Free 4 Fans Hint: You have the FREEdom to do what you want on the 25th, but we think you might get an afternoon “surprise” should you happen to check out our wall. Who knows, you might find something to the tune of 275 free product packs up for grabs...

Facebook: Send A FREE Ocean Spray Sparkling Juice To A Friend - Updated

2011-05-25T11:23:00.001-07:00

Updated ~ The free samples are all gone.

~~This offer is live again for those who have not sent one yet.~~

Hurry on over to Facebook and request a FREE sample of their Sparkling Juice to be sent to a friend. What a fun way to surprise someone. =0) Allow 6-8 weeks. Limit of 1 per household.

*You'll need your friend's mailing address and email address.

Facebook: Quaker Granola Bars Coupon Released @ 6:30 PM EST Today ~ Updated

2011-05-24T14:22:00.000-07:00

Updated ~ the coupon is for $1 off 2 boxes and there is a print limit of one.

Quaker Granola Bars is releasing a coupon on Facebook today (5/24) at 6:30 PM EST. Just go HERE to "like" them so that you are ready when the coupon goes live.

*They have not released how much the coupon will be worth yet. I guess we will see when it comes out. =0)

Thanks, Printable Coupons and Deals

Facebook: Win Grilling Prizes At Club Tyson

2011-05-24T14:01:00.000-07:00

*The site seems to be having trouble for some people. They are aware of it and are working on it.

Tyson has a new instant win game to play and win great grilling prizes. Just head on over to Club Tyson's Facebook page and give the wheel a spin. The first spin is FREE and then they have different ways that you can earn more spins. You can win up to 6 prizes!

The instant game is open until July 7, 2011.

Thanks, Must Love Coupons

Bath & Body Works: FREE Full-Sized Signature Collection Item With $10 Purchase

2011-05-24T13:38:00.000-07:00

Click HERE to get a coupon valid at Bath and Body Works for a FREE full-sized Signature Collection item with a $10 or larger purchase. This coupon is valid instore and online. It doesn't expire until 6/19.

*I love their new coconut line. Have you tried it, yet?

Thanks, Coupon Katarina

FREE Tide Stain Release Product First 15,000 - Updated

2011-05-24T11:07:00.000-07:00

Updated ~ The FREE samples are all gone.

If you haven't already won a giveaway from Tide for their Stain Release product (on Facebook) hurry on over HERE to request one. They are giving away 15,000 samples right now.

Blog-o-versary Giveaway #3: Win A Copy Of Gooseberry Patch's Cookbook, "Mom's Very Best Recipes" CLOSED

2011-05-24T11:00:00.000-07:00

I have been in love with Gooseberry Patch ever since my sister introduced me to them over 10 years ago. They make the most impressive cookbooks that I have ever seen and the best part is that the recipes come from the readers. My 12 year old son, who wants to be a chef when he grows up, has requested that I leave all of my Gooseberry Patch cookbooks in my will to him. Should I be worried?

If you only own one cookbook in your entire life, I think that it should be a Gooseberry Patch cookbook. They are filled with great recipes, tips on decorating, crafts, and stories of life from the readers.

The best cookbook they currently have out (and yes I am bias because I have a recipe featured in it) is "Mom's Very Best Recipes." My recipe for faux veggie stir fry (they changed the name to Melinda's Vegetable Stir Fry) is featured on page 176. And because they published my recipe, I received a copy of the new cookbook for FREE.

Would you like to get one or your recipes published and get a FREE cookbook, too? Check out this article from Gooseberry Patch's Blog on how to make the best of your submission and how to possibly get your recipe published. After you read the article, go HERE to fill out the form and submit your recipe.

Thanks to Gooseberry Patch, one lucky Affording Common Cents reader will win their very own copy of "Mom's Very Best Recipes." The giveaway ends on May 31, 2001 at 11:59 PM PST.

How to enter the giveaway:

You can have up to 4 entries on this giveaway. Please make sure to leave your email address (ie. affordingcommoncents (@) gmail (dot) com) so that I can get a hold of you if you are the winner. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to the winning email or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is only open to residents of the US and Canada.

Mandatory Entry:

Visit Gooseberry Patch and tell me what cookbook you would like to ~~droll over~~ own.

Extra Entries:

(1) Become a GFC follower of Affording Common Cents and leave a comment telling me that did so (if you are already a follower just leave a comment saying so).

(2) Become a fan of Gooseberry Patch on Facebook (tell them that Affording Common Cents sent you) and leave a comment saying that you did so.

(3) Follow Gooseberry Patch on Twitter (tell them that Affording Common Cents sent you) and leave a comment saying that you did so.

Invalid entries will be deleted.

Disclosure: Gooseberry Patch has graciously provided a copy of "Mom's Very Best Recipes" for this giveaway. The opinions in this post are my own and were not edited. I was not compensated for writing this post.

Facebook: $0.75/1 Freschetta Pizza By The Slice Coupon

2011-05-24T10:08:00.000-07:00

Freschetta is offering a $0.75/1 coupon for their Pizza By The Slice when you "like" them on Facebook.

Walmart currently has the Pizza By the Slice for $1.97 and if you can find the "Try Me" rebates (located on the product) you can turn this into a money maker when you use the coupon. Must be purchased by 5/31 and there is a limit of 2 rebates per household.

*As with Walmart prices this price could vary from store to store.

Thanks, Hip2Save

Blog-o-versary Giveaway #2: Guess The Number And Win A $10 Amazon Gift Card CLOSED

2011-05-24T10:00:00.000-07:00

Ok, this isn't so much of a giveaway as it's a contest but I thought that it would be fun.

One of the ways easiest ways to save money is to put all your spare change in a jar and watch it grow. I started this jar (in the picture) as a way to help save for our trip to Disneyland (we went in December) but, we ended up not using it and instead just kept adding to it with no real goal in mind. At least, we didn't have a goal in mind until I decided that I wanted to purchase a season pass to the local aquatic center for this summer. =0)

The kids and I recently cashed in our coins. But, the best part is that kids don't know what we are using it for. Our plan is to surprise them the last day of school with new beach towels and a card saying that they have a season pass to the aquatic center.

Here is where the fun comes into it for you............can you guess how much the jar was worth? The person with the closest guess will win a $10 Amazon Gift Card.

How to enter this giveaway:

Guess the dollar amount that you think is in the jar and leave a comment with that number. Be sure to leave your email address (ie. affordingcommoncents (@) gmail (dot) com) in your comment so that I can email you if you are the winner. Limit of 1 guess per person. In the case of a tie, the names will be thrown into a hat and the winner will be drawn.

This giveaway is only open to residents of the US and Canada. Invalid entries will be deleted. The giveaway ends at 11:59 pm PST on May 31, 2011. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to the winning email or a new winner will be drawn.

Disclosure: I am providing the Amazon gift card at my own expense and I was not compensated at all for this post.

Blog-o-versary Giveaway #1: Win A Bottle Of Skin MD Natural Lotion CLOSED

2011-05-24T09:00:00.000-07:00

Awhile ago Skin MD Natural sent me a bottle of their Face, Hand, and Body Shielding Lotion (and some packets of the same lotion with sunscreen SPF 15 in it) to try out. I was super excited because my son (age 12) has a very dry spot on his leg that we have tried everything on without luck and so I am constantly looking for something new to help him.

When we smelled the lotion (because no one wants to wear stinky lotion) it had a nice light gentle smell......kind of reminded me of baby products. I used it on my hands and the skin seemed to absorb it fairly quick and it made my hands feel kind of silky. My son used it on the dry spot on his leg and although it didn't make it go away it did make it look a lot better (it looked more like a bruise than a dry spot).

As for the lotion with the SPF in it, I am most excited about this because all I have to do is "think" sun and I can get a sunburn. I feel that any extra protection is great and I love the fact that it is in the lotion. I am more likely to remember to put on lotion than I am sunblock. =0(

You can currently purchase a 4 oz. bottle of the Skin MD Natural lotion for $18 ($25 for the one with SPF 15 in it) on their site.

Thanks to Skin MD Natural, they are giving an Affording Common Cents reader a chance to win their own bottle of the Face, Hand & Body Shielding Lotion right here. The giveaway ends at 11:59 pm PST on May 31, 2011.

How to enter this giveaway:

You can have up to 4 entries on this giveaway. Please make sure to leave your email address (ie. affordingcommoncents (@) gmail (dot) com) so that I can get a hold of you if you are the winner. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to the winning email or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is only open to residents of the US and Canada.

Mandatory Entry:

Visit the Skin MD website and tell me one thing that you learned about their lotion.

3 Extra Entries (Each worth 1 extra entry):

(1) Become a GFC follower of Affording Common Cents and leave a comment on this post saying that you did so (if you are already a follower - just leave a comment saying so).

(2) Follow Skin MD Natural on Facebook (tell them that Affording Common Cents sent you) and leave a comment on this post saying that you did so.

(3) Follow Skin MD Natural on Twitter (tell them that Affording Common Cents sent you) and leave a comment on this post saying that you did so.

Invalid entries will be removed.

Disclosure: Skin MD Natural provided me with a bottle of their Face, Hand & Body Shielding Lotion and packets of the lotion with SPF 15 (for FREE) in order to do this review but the opinions expressed are my own and are not edited. I was not compensated in any way to write this post.

Affording Common Cent's One Year Blog-o-versary!!

2011-05-24T08:00:00.000-07:00

Yeah! Affording Common Cents turns 1 year old today. I can't believe how fast this year has gone by and how many good deals and freebies that I have been able to share with you.

To celebrate and as a way of saying "thank you" to all my readers, I will be hosting a few giveaways today so be sure to come back and enter all of them and have some virtual birthday cake with me. =0)

Facebook: BOGO FREE Lean Pockets Stuffed Sandwiches Coupon

2011-05-23T18:13:00.000-07:00

Click HERE "like" Lean Pockets on Facebook and print a HOT BOGO FREE coupon for Lean Pockets Stuffed Sandwiches (2 pk).

Thanks, Saved At Home Mommy

Facebook: FREE Tube Of Zipfizz (Healthy Energy Mix)

2011-05-23T13:26:00.000-07:00

Zipfizz is giving away FREE tubes of their products (you can even choose the flavor) on Facebook. Just go HERE to "like" them and request a FREE tube.

Zipfizz is a healthy energy mix (add to water).

Thanks, Mojo Savings

Facebook: Scrubbing Bubbles Giveaway (5/25)

2011-05-23T13:01:00.000-07:00

It sounds like Scrubbing Bubbles will be having another giveaway this Wednesday (5/25) on Facebook.

From the Scrubbing Bubbles Facebook Status:

Free 4 Fans Hint: You have the FREEdom to do what you want on the 25th, but we think you might get an afternoon “surprise” should you happen to check out our wall. Who knows, you might find something to the tune of 275 free product packs up for grabs...

I will post a reminder on that day. =0)

Facebook: $2/1 Tidy Cats Cat Litter Coupon

2011-05-23T09:55:00.000-07:00

If you have any cats you are going to love this coupon. Head on over to Tidy Cats' Facebook page and "like" them to print this HOT $2/1 coupon good on any of their cat litters.

Walmart (and other stores) usually have the small bags for under $2 so this coupon should net you a FREE bag.

Thanks, Printable Coupons and Deals

Candy Themed Party Crafts: How To Make A Candy Boat And A Candy Airplane

2011-05-23T06:59:00.000-07:00

Earlier I posted about making candy themed birthday invitations and a "Happy Birthday" banner for my daughter's birthday and I promised to show you the candy themed crafts we did at the party...........so here they are.

The first one we did was a candy boat with gummy bear sailor. This was pretty easy and the kids had fun creating it (and eating it).

How to make the candy boat:

Supplies ~ orange slices candy, frosting, lifesavers, pretzel sticks, gummy bears, sour tape candy

1. Have an adult make an X with a knife for the pretzel stick to go into on top of the orange slice.

2. Insert the pretzel stick (carefully ~ they can break easy).

3. Cut your flag out of the sour tape. I made a rectangle and then cut out a triangle (it's almost like math) and then attach it to the flag pole using frosting as glue.

4. Attach your gummy bear sailor and the wheels (one on each side) on your boat using the frosting and let the frosting dry out a bit before setting sail.

Our next project was a candy airplane. Some of the kids even "glued" a gummy bear pilot on their planes. =0)

How to make the candy airplane:

Supplies ~ Smarties (or similar candy rolls), stick gum (still in wrappers), lifesavers, rubber bands

1. Thread your rubberband between the wheels (lifesavers). You can either keep the lifesavers in the wrappers and make a slit in them to run the rubber band through or you can take the wrappers off and use them that way.

2. Take two pieces of gum, still in the wrappers, and wrap your rubber bands around each end of the "stack" of gum like you were making a ponytail on each end, just not too tight.

3. Take your roll of Smarties and tuck them under the gum and between the wheels and pull it through until you get your airplane.

The kids had a blast making the crafts but I think that they might have had more fun making their own creations with the left over candy and frosting. =0)

What's In Your Mailbox?

2011-05-22T17:34:00.000-07:00

This was a slow week for the mail but I did get a few cool freebies.

Here is what I received in my mailbox:

Better Homes And Garden Magazine (FREE subscription).

Fitness Magazine (FREE subscription).

A Coupon For A FREE 3.5 Oz. Package Of Purina Pro Plan Roasted Slices (My dog will be happy).

$10 Home Depot Card (I redeemed some of my points from My Points - this is a great site to earn FREE gift cards by clicking on emails, doing surveys or shopping through them - kind of like Ebates).

In The Box Is A FREE Product That I get To Try For A Product Test Survey (Per the rules I can't disclose what it is).

What was in your mailbox?

Old Navy: 10% Military Discount on Mondays?

2011-05-21T21:14:00.000-07:00

I just saw this message on Facebook from Old Navy and I had to share........

It¹s Armed Forces Day! Do you know about Military Mondays? We drop & give you 10% off your entire purchase every Monday when you show your valid Military ID at checkout. In-store, US only. See store for details.

I didn't know that Old Navy gives a military discount. Did you?

FREE Sample Of Real American Steak Rub

2011-05-21T20:51:00.000-07:00

Click HERE to request a FREE sample of Real American Steak Rub from Star Ranch Angus. It is limited to one per household and 10,000 overall.

Thanks, Coupon Katarina

It's Mega Swag Bucks Friday!

2011-05-20T14:20:00.000-07:00

Today is Mega Swag Bucks Friday ~ your chance to earn even more Swag Bucks to help you get closer to your next prize. My favorite is the Amazon.com gift cards (450 Swag Bucks = $5). But, since they added all kinds of new gift cards recently it's hard to decide.

Are you signed up for Swag Bucks yet? If not click HERE and join. New members will be credited with 30 Swag Bucks to start with. This is a great way to earn a little extra cash (or gift cards). I have been using Swag Bucks for close to 2 years and I love it. =0)

When I first heard about Swag Bucks, I was a little skeptical but I tried it out and I love it.........Who doesn't love getting FREE stuff? I just redeemed some of my Swag Bucks for a $10 Home Depot gift card (1.249 Swag Bucks). Now, I am just stalking the mailman waiting for it to show up. =0)

There are several ways to earn Swag Bucks such as doing web searches using the Swag Bucks toolbar (the easiest way to earn), watching videos, completing special offers, referring friends, special codes (found in the toolbar or on the Swag Bucks blog), completing the daily poll, shopping and even doing surveys can get you Swag Bucks. You can also earn a Swag Buck each day you use the toolbar, visit the trusted surveys, clicking through the no obligation offers, or participate in the daily poll.

Facebook: Swiffer 360 Duster Giveaway (First 12,500) Updated

2011-05-20T11:05:00.000-07:00

UPDATED - The freebies are gone for now.

~~Hurry ~ this giveaway is live now if you have not received one yet!~~

Swiffer will be giving away 12,500 of its 360 Degree Dusters on Facebook today. Just go HERE to "like" them and request one.

The Olive Garden: Save $4 On 2 Dinner Entrees (Facebook)

2011-05-20T10:58:00.000-07:00

The Olive Garden has just released a coupon for $4 off the purchase of 2 dinner entrees. Just go HERE to "like" them on Facebook and print the coupon.

*Side Note ~ Did you know that you can purchase bottles of their special salad dressing in the restaurant? I recently bought a couple ($5.35/each) awhile ago and them come in cool bottles! I am definitely keeping the bottles and reusing them. =0)

Kellogg's Passport To Adventure (Cars 2 Promo): Earn Prizes For Purchasing Products

2011-05-19T20:49:00.000-07:00

Kellogg's has a new Cars 2 promo out where you can collect points and turn those into prizes, including my favorite a $5 gas card (that should buy about a 1/2 gallon, right?). The $5 prize only takes 4 points so you are basically getting a $1.25 rebate on each product you buy. Sounds like a winner to me. =0)

The codes will be found inside specially marked boxes of Kellogg's cereal and other breakfast items. You can enter up to a total of 30 codes during the promo and they must be entered and redeemed by 6/30/2012.

To make the most of this promo buy the products on sale and combine with a coupon. Need a Kellogg's coupon? Sign up on the Kellogg's website to gain access to printable coupons.

My Survey: Earn Money Or Rewards For Taking Surveys

2011-05-19T11:35:00.000-07:00

I love doing surveys online. It is a great and easy way to earn a little extra $, not to mention the fact there are often product testing surveys available, too. I have received all kinds of products from food, to beauty items, to household items to test and I get paid to do it!

One of the companies that I like to work with is My Survey. You can earn points for taking surveys and then redeem those for cash or rewards once you have acquired 1,100 points ($10). I have redeemed for a Paypal payment a few times and they seem to process fairly quick.

They will send you an email when you have a survey available or you can always check your account. I like that they offer you so many points to take a survey and if you qualify for an extended survey they will offer you more points to take it.

In my opinion, this site doesn't pay as much per survey as some of the other sites that I work with. But, it is dependable and they don't screen you out of surveys. That's a plus in my book.

Suggestions for doing surveys online:

1. Make a separate email account to have survey invites sent to (that way you aren't clogging up your regular email account).

2. Keep a log of the surveys you do to include: survey site, survey #, amount the survey is worth, and when you cash out ~ date of expected payment.

3. If you don't get credited correctly for a survey be sure to email them right away with all your info from your log.

4. Check for new surveys often. The higher value ones tend to go quickly.

5. Sign up for more than one survey company. I would suggest up to 5-7 survey companies if you are really into it. This way you can have the opportunity to do surveys when there might not be any available on one of your other sites.

6. Only sign up for trusted and proven survey sites. Check them out before you get invested in them. (I will be listing more survey sites that I work with and my experience with them).

7. Have fun with them. If you are getting tired of answering surveys, take a break. I like to do mine after the kids have gone to bed at night and my husband and I are watching tv.

Facebook: $1/1 Any STP Product

2011-05-19T10:17:00.000-07:00

STP has a great coupon on their Facebook page for $1 off any STP product. Just go HERE to "like" them and print this coupon.

I love it when I can find coupons for something besides food products!

Thanks, Printable Coupons and Deals

Facebook: $1/1 Crystal Light Coupon

2011-05-19T10:09:00.000-07:00

Crystal Light has a HOT $1/1 coupon available on their Facebook page. Just head on over HERE and "like" them to print this coupon (found under the special offers tab).

Thanks, Coupon Hound

$5/1 Gnomeo And Juliet 3 Disc Blu-Ray Combo Coupon

2011-05-19T09:31:00.000-07:00

Disney Movie Rewards has just released a coupon good for $5 off the 3 Disc Blu-ray combo of Gnomeo and Juliet. Just go HERE to sign into your account (or create one) to print your coupon.

Gnomeo and Juliet is scheduled to be released on May 24, 2011 (this Tuesday). I saw this movie in the theater and I loved it!

Be sure to enter your code from the movie into your Disney Movie Rewards account to earn points towards great prizes. I used some of my points this past Christmas to get each of my kids one of their Christmas presents. =0)

*I'll keep my eyes open for some rebates to go along with this movie.

$1.50/2 General Mills Cereal Coupon

2011-05-18T22:02:00.000-07:00

Click HERE to get a coupon good for $1.50 off of 2 General Mills cereals listed (Basic 4, Cheerios, Chex, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Cocoa Puffs, Cookie Crisp, Dora the Explorer, Fiber One, Golden Grhams, Honey Nut Cheerios, Kix, Lucky Charms, Oatmeal Crisp, Raisin Nut Bran, Reeses Puffs, Total, Trix or Wheaties).

Thanks, Printable Coupons and Deals

Facebook: FREE Cliff Coconut Chocolate Chip Bar (5,000) Updated

2011-05-18T12:28:00.000-07:00

UPDATED ~ The giveaway has been changed to tomorrow (5/19) at 11am PST.

From their Facebook page:

UPDATE: Thanks to everyone for being super patient. We're officially postponing the giveaway until 11am PT tomorrow as we don't want to keep people hanging. And for putting up with us, we're bumping up the number of bars to 7,500. Thanks for bearing with us! See you tomorrow at 11am PT sharp!

*The site is currently having issues with the form but hopefully it will be up soon.

Cliff is giving away a FREE bar of their newest flavor, Coconut Chocolate Chip, to the first 5,000 people who request it. Just go HERE to like them and request one.

Candy Themed Birthday Invitations And "Happy Birthday" Banner (Craft Project)

2011-05-18T11:39:00.000-07:00

"A Kid in a Candy Store" was the theme of my daughter's 7th birthday recently. Which I found out wasn't the easiest to find decorations or invitations for, so I made my own.

I love the look of the old bubble gum machines and I was excited when I found this picture online to use for her invitations. I just copied and pasted it into my paint program.

I adjusted the size of the picture until it fit on half of a sheet of paper. I then printed it out on "gumball" colored stock paper for the top part of the invitation. (I flipped the papers over so that I was able to print 2 gumball machines on each piece of paper and I ended up with 7 different colored invitations.)

For the second part of the invitation, I went back into the paint program and erased the "gumballs" and other lines and inserted the party information in using the text feature. I also included the theme at the bottom of the machine. I then attached the front to the back using a brass fastener at the top.

For the "Happy Birthday" banner I found another picture online (of course for the life of me I can't find it again ~ just google candy clipart). I copied and pasted the picture into the paint program again to work with it.

The candy was originally a peppermint candy with lines that I erased so that I could have a blank piece of candy to write on (I did that part by hand). I printed the pieces of candy out on the same colors of card stock that I used for the invitations.

I used tiny clothes pins (you can find them at any craft store) to hang the candies from a string that I hung across the wall.

Be sure to come back on Monday and see what candy crafts we did at the party.

*To see a bigger picture just click on the picture.

Facebook: FREE Degree Women's Deodorant Sample *UPDATED

2011-05-18T10:10:00.000-07:00

UPDATED ~ The FREE samples are all gone for now.

Degree is giving out FREE samples of their deodorant. Just head over HERE and request yours before they are all gone.

From Degree's Facebook page:

What does Wednesday mean? It's time for a Midweek Treat! If you haven't signed up yet, head to our "Giveaway" tab for a chance to snag a free sample, while supplies last. Don't forget to come back and write a review for a chance to win a $1,000 gift card! http://on.fb.me/h6s9yu

Facebook: Possible Freebie From Caress Today?

2011-05-17T17:43:00.000-07:00

It sounds like Caress might have a FREE sample available on their Facebook page sometime today (5/17). Just go HERE to like them so that you are ready when it goes live.

From Caress's Facebook page:

Hi ladies! Are you a passionate Caress fan? If so, make sure to check out our Fine Fragrance Elixir sampling app, launching at a secret time today!

Thanks, Mojo Savings

Happy Birthday, Happy Birthday, Happy Birthday............

2011-05-17T17:09:00.000-07:00

This May 24th is our 1st Blog-o-versary here at Affording Common Cents and we are excited (we love a good reason to eat birthday cake)! Be sure to come back on that day and join us for some fun, giveaways and a slice of virtual birthday cake (less calories that way). =0)

Facebook: Send A Friend A FREE Sample Of Ocean Spray Sparkling Juice ~ Updated

2011-05-17T11:21:00.000-07:00

Updated~ The FREE samples are gone for now but it sounds like they may have more later.

~~This offer is available again if you missed it last time.~~

Hurry on over to Facebook and request a FREE sample of their Sparkling Juice to be sent to a friend. What a fun way to surprise someone. =0) Allow 6-8 weeks. Limit of 1 per household.

*You'll need your friend's mailing address and email address.

$1/1 Orajel Kids My Way Toothpaste Coupon

2011-05-17T10:58:00.000-07:00

Click HERE to get a coupon good for $1 off Orajel Kids My Way toothpaste. The coupon doesn't expire until 12/31/11 so print it now and wait for a good sale. =0)

Thanks, Printable Coupons and Deals

$0.35 Pepperidge Farm Goldfish Coupon (6.6 -7.2 Oz)

2011-05-17T10:53:00.000-07:00

Click HERE to print a $0.35 coupon good on any Pepperidge Farm Goldfish Crackers 6.6 -7.2 ounces. Ad prints after coupon.

*These are currently on sale at Albertsons (today is last day) for $1 when you buy 10 items = $0.65 after coupon.

Thanks, Printable Coupons and Deals

Old Navy One Day Wonder Sale: $1 Flip Flops This Saturday (5/21) + Coupon

2011-05-17T10:20:00.000-07:00

This Saturday is Old Navy's One Day Wonder Sale which will feature $1 flip flops for the whole family. There is a limit of 5 per person. I would suggest getting their early for the best selection.

If you plan on picking up anything else while you are there, take this 15% off 1 item coupon or this 15% off 1 item coupon with you.

Facebook: FREE Sample Of Alpo Prime Cuts Dog Food

2011-05-17T10:00:00.000-07:00

Alpo is giving out FREE samples of it's Prime Cuts wet dog food on Facebook (found under the New Breed tab). Just go HERE to like them and request your FREE sample. Allow 3-5 weeks for delivery.

Thanks, I Love Free Things

Albertsons Sizzlin' Summer Giveaway Starts This Wednesday (5/18)

2011-05-16T21:19:00.000-07:00

I am so excited.....Albertsons is coming out with their Sizzlin' Summer Giveaway this Wednesday (5/18). I am not sure what all the prizes are yet but it sounds like fun! Be sure to stop by your local store (only available in the following states: ID, MT, ND, NV, OR, UT, WA and WY) and pick up your game board.

How to play the game:

~ Earn a Game Ticket with qualifying purchases every time you shop at participating Albertsons locations between May 18 and August 9, 2011 (while supplies last).

~ Open the Game Ticket to reveal special coupon offers and four game markers.

~ Place markers on the matching game play area on the Official Game Board.

~Plus, earn Bonus Game Tickets when you purchase specially tagged products.

I would love to hear if anyone wins anything. =0)

Garage Sale Find ~ Lamp Shade Redo (Craft Project)

2011-05-16T14:58:00.000-07:00

Here is the craft project I promised to show you. My daughter's room is very sweet and girly girly with a little bit of drama so this lamp fits in it perfectly.

I purchased the lamp itself at a garage sale for $2 (came with the light bulb). I found the flowers (as a wreath) at Goodwill for $2 and the mirror centers cost me $3 at JoAnn's.

Here is how I put the lamp together:

1. Tore the flowers off of the wreath and deconstructed them until I had just the fabric petal parts.

2. I glued the flowers (6 to a side) on the outside of the fabric shade using a tacky glue and I let it dry before tackling the center of the flowers.

3. I glued the center (mirrors) onto the flowers using the same tacky glue. I did one side at a time and let the glue dry before moving onto another side so that the mirrors wouldn't fall off.

I decided to use mirrors for the center of the flowers to go along with the flowers that I painted on her wall (they have mirror centers, too).

I think that this would also look cute with clear jewels or three pearly beads sewn together as the centers of the flowers and maybe a butterfly or two resting on the petals. Are crafters every really done with their projects?

$1 Off 1 Jello Refrigerated 6 Pack Pudding Or 2 Jello Dry Mix Puddings

2011-05-16T13:17:00.000-07:00

Click HERE to get a coupon for $1 off 1 package of Jello refrigerated 6 pack pudding snacks or 2 Jello dry mix pudding boxes.

Thanks, Printable Coupons and Deals

Borders: Summer Reading Program ~ Read 10 Books Get 1 FREE

2011-05-16T09:57:00.000-07:00

Borders is once again doing their Summer Reading program for kids 12 and younger. Just read 10 books, fill out this form, and bring it into your nearest Borders sometime between 6/1/11 and 9/5/11 to claim your FREE book.

HERE is a list of books to choose your FREE one from. There seems to be some pretty good books available!

Thanks, Money Saving Mom

FREE Glad ForceFlex Trash Bags For Volunteers

2011-05-16T09:43:00.000-07:00

Are you part of a group (small or large) who is volunteering in the community? If you are doing projects such as food drives or cleaning up the parks (or anything in between), Glad would like to help out by providing your group with some of their ForceFlex bags. Just go HERE to request them.

Thanks, Couponing to Disney

Redbox: Text For 10 Days Of Deals

2011-05-15T17:38:00.000-07:00

I just received this email from Redbox............

May 16 thru the 25th, redbox is giving you daily discounts on your movie rentals! Starting tomorrow (5/16), text DEALS to 727272* every day thru 5/25 for a new discount code you can use at the redbox kiosk that day. Your discount will be anywhere from 10¢ to $1.50!

Any discount left over from the first item rented may be applied to another item rented during the same transaction or it is lost. Code not valid for items reserved online or for prior rentals.

*I would only do this if you have unlimited texting as regular text rates will apply.

FREE Quart Of Glidden Paint (First 200,000) 5/16-5/17

2011-05-15T17:24:00.000-07:00

Go HERE to register for a FREE quart of Glidden interior paint starting tomorrow (5/16) through Tuesday. The first 200,000 to register will get to choose from 306 colors and receive a FREE quart of their paint color in an eggshell finish.

I have received this freebie before and it's great. I chose a white last time and am using it to paint the ceiling in my bathroom. This would also be good for an accent wall or a craft project.

*There currently isn't any info on the Glidden page but you can find info on the promo HERE. I am guessing something will come up on Glidden when the promo goes live. =0)

Thanks, Mojo Savings

What's In Your Mailbox?

2011-05-15T16:56:00.000-07:00

I decided to change around the "What's In Your Mailbox" post a little. I will post weekly (on the weekend) a picture and description of all my mailbox freebies from the previous week. It's my attempt at being a little more organized. =0)

Here is what I received in my mailbox this past week:

2 Tide Samples (1 Powder detergent and 1liquid) - no longer available

Martha Stewart Living Magazine (FREE subscription)

Architectural Digest Magazine (FREE subscription)

Dove Men + Care Deodorant Sample - no longer available

FREE Suave Professional Product Coupon (my second one) no longer available

FREE I Heart Pyrex Potholder - no longer available

Prize Package From Wholly Guacamole (Won on a Facebook promo) - included a magnetic shopping list, 4 coasters, compressed sponge, 2 pamphlets full of all kinds of fun stuff, a squeezable avocado, and 2 FREE product coupons

What was in your mailbox?

5/15 Sunday Paper: FREE McDonald's Lemonade & Albertson's Doublers

2011-05-14T21:34:00.000-07:00

Make sure to check your Sunday (5/15) paper for Albertson's doublers and a coupon for a FREE Strawberry Lemonade from McDonald's (in the Parade magazine).

There should also be a Smartsource insert and a Redplum insert.

Thanks, One Momma Saving Money

Facebook: Possible FREE Suprise From Ball Canning And Recipes (5/24/11)

2011-05-14T13:30:00.000-07:00

According to the House Party Facebook page, Ball Canning and Recipes will be giving a special prize to their Facebook fans after May 24, 2011. Just go HERE to "like" Ball so that you are ready for the surprise. Hmmmm, I wonder what it is?

Earn FREE Gear With Mountain Dew Lables

2011-05-14T13:07:00.000-07:00

If you are a fan of Mountain Dew and a fan of their different flavors then you are going to love this deal. Collect labels off of 20 oz. Mountain Dew (or 2ltr. Typhoon- found at select Walmart Supercenters) flavors and turn them in for FREE gear with this form. You have your choice of a wristband, t-shirt, or hoodie.

Submissions must be postmarked by 7/6/11 and received by 7/15/11. Mail completed forms to:

Mtn. Dew Loot For Labels
PO Box 750416
El Paso, TX 88575-0416

List of participating flavors:

*If you are collecting labels from the 2ltr. bottles of Typhoon you will only need to collect 2 labels for the wristband, 5 for the t-shirt and 10 for the hoodie.

My Walmart Trip: $25.11 Worth Of Groceries For Only $1.38 (+ Tax)!

2011-05-14T00:47:00.000-07:00

I went to Walmart yesterday looking for a center for some flowers (a craft project for my daughter's room).......I'll show you my project when it's completed. =0) But, of course I didn't find what I was looking for but I did find some good deals.

My Walmart is currently discounting some of their clearance an additional 50% off. I love it when they do that! I was able to purchase $25.11 worth of groceries for only $1.38 (+ tax)!

Here is a breakdown of my shopping trip:

(2) Bottles of Wisk (listed as 12 loads each but I never use the full amount it calls for - a great way to save $ and my clothes are just as clean!) = $0.97 each

(1) Bottle of Ocean Spray Blueberry/Cranberry Juice- on clearance for $2 (reg. $2.97) and then an additional 50% off = $1

(2) Bottles Of Propel - on clearance for $0.50 (reg. $0.97) and then an additional 50% off = $0.25 each

(1) Package of Kraft Cheese With A Touch of Philly - $2.58 and I used a FREE product coupon (from Kraft First Taste) = FREE

(1) Travel-Sized Secret Clinical Deodorant - $2.47 and I used a $3/1 coupon (received in the mail) = $0.53 overage

(2) Travel-Sized First Aid Kits - $0.97 each and I used a $1.50/2 coupon (no longer available) = $0.22 each

(1) Pair Of Fingernail Clippers - $1.53 and I used a $2 coupon (found @ Walgreen's) = $0.47 overage

(1) Suave Professionals Frizz Control - $2.74 and I used a FREE product coupon (from a promo no longer available) = FREE

(1) JMS Shirt - on clearance for $7 and then an additional 50% off and then I used a $5/1 coupon (from May's All You magazine) = $1.50 overage.

Have you scored any good deals lately?

Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive (5/14)

2011-05-13T14:40:00.000-07:00

Tomorrow is the National Association of Letter Carriers "Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive." This is a great opportunity to help your local community and it's food bank. I love the fact that they are willing to pick it up for you!

Raid your cupboards and put any non-perishable food products in a bag that you would like to donate and set it out by your mailbox so that your mail carrier can pick it up Saturday (morning?). How easy is that!

This is also a good learning moment for those who have kids. I love to have my kids help me pick out things to donate and we talk about where it is going and the importance of helping others. =0)

Facebook: FREE Tide Stain Release Giveaway Today (2PM EST)

2011-05-13T10:18:00.000-07:00

Tide is having another great giveaway on Facebook today for their Stain Release product. If you didn't receive the freebie in April, you are eligible for the giveaway that they are having today at 2pm EST. Just go HERE to "like" them so that you are ready when this goes live.

I received the freebie in April and it was a nice 10 pack of Tide Stain Release tablets and a travel-sized laundry detergent.

From Tide's Facebook page:

Today is the first day of our week of giveaways! Starting today we’ll be giving away 20,000 samples of the Tide Stain Release tablets every day for the next week. The giveaways will be at various times each day. Today’s giveaway is at 2pm Eastern Time, good luck!

Facebook: FREE Suave Naturals Body Wash Or Lotion (First 100,000)

2011-05-13T10:05:00.000-07:00

Hurry on over to Suave Beauty on Facebook and enter their Splurge Contest. The first 100,000 people who do enter will also receive a FREE product coupon in the mail valid on Suave Naturals body wash or lotion.

Thanks, Her Savings

Friday The 13th

2011-05-13T09:55:00.000-07:00

Updated: Yeah! My posts came back up. =0)

It definitely feels like a Friday the 13th! Blogger has been down since yesterday and just finally came back. Yet, it has wiped out all my post from Wednesday and Thursday..........I am not sure that I will ever get them back. I guess this is a good case for backing up my info. =0)

On a side note ~ Did anyone get the Clariol Natural Instincts Facebook freebie or Swiffer 360 duster freebue?

AFFORDING COMMON CENTS: Your Place for Coupons, Freebies, and Money Saving Tips

Carmex Click Sticks & Picnic Blanket Giveaway Ends Tonight!! Low Entries

Enter To Win A Carmex Gift Pack (2 New Click Sticks & A Picnic Blanket)* CLOSED*

Giveaway Coming Soon!

Hiatus

Facebook: $3/1 Hasbro Pictureka Game Coupon

Home Depot Kid's Workshop: Make A Valet Organizer (6/4)

Facebook: FREE Tide Stain Release Giveaway ~ *UPDATED

$0.50/1 Chicken Of The Sea Coupon

Reminder: $5 Bounty Coupons on Facebook (First 5,000) 6/3 *UPDATED

$10 Worth Of Downy Coupons

Request Your Organize In Style Coupon Book Filled With $35 Worth Of Coupons

Chuck E Cheese: Play Skee Ball & Win 40 FREE Tickets

Facebook: Help No Nonsense Donate Socks To Those In Need (Just Click)

Blog-o-versary Winners Announced

Groupon: $10 For A $20 Old Navy Voucher

Facebook: FREE Libman Microfiber Cleaning Pad Giveaway Today *UPDATED

Philosophy: FREE Shipping On Any Order + 5% Cash Back

FREE Sample Of Fiber Choice (New Link)

Facebook: Enter Melissa & Doug's "Play To 100,000 Fans" Sweepstakes

Facebook: Enter Lofthouse Cookies Summer Sweepstakes (Win A Case Of Cookies)

Wednesday Blog Hop

Facebook: FREE Onsie From B Toys (First 10,000) *UPDATED

HOT Libby's Fruit And Vegetable Coupons - Print Now!

Amazon: FREE Plants Vs. Zombies App For Android (Today Only)

$10 Credit To SaveMore = FREE $15 Jamberry Nails Voucher (Plus FREE Shipping)

Tuesday Blog Hop

Facebook: $1/1 Diet Coke (16 Or 20 Ounce) Coupon

Happy Memorial Day

Giveaways Ending Tomorrow: Skin MD Lotion, $10 Amazon Gift Card & Gooseberry Patch Cookbook

Pampers Gift To Grow: New 10 Point Code

Facebook: $5 Bounty Coupons Released This Friday (6/3)

It's The End Of The Month.......Time To Print Those Coupons!

What's In Your Mailbox?

Facebook: FREE Zone Perfect Sweet & Salty Bar

Facebook: Enter Ronzoni's Sweepstakes & Print A $1/1 Garden Delight Pasta Coupon

Old Navy: Additional 30%- 50% Off Clearance + Many $6 Deals

FREE Sample Of Disney Themed Pull-ups Wipes

Disney Store: FREE Shipping On Any Order + 5% Cash Back (5/27-5/28)

Facebook: $2/1 Any Cutter Insect Repellent Product Coupon

HOT French's Mustard and Fried Onion Coupons

$0.75/1 Solo Cups, Plates Or Bowls Coupon

Thursday Blog Hops

Facebook: FREE Sample Of Recycled Rubber Mulch

Pampers Gifts To Grow: A New 5 Point Code

Facebook: FREE UV Indicator Bracelet & A FREE Sample Of StriVectin-SH Age Protect SPF 30

Facebook: Enter To Win A $5000 College Scholarship or Smucker's Uncrustables For A Year

Facebook: Scrubbing Bubbles Giveaway Today ~ Updated

Facebook: Send A FREE Ocean Spray Sparkling Juice To A Friend - Updated

Facebook: Quaker Granola Bars Coupon Released @ 6:30 PM EST Today ~ Updated

Facebook: Win Grilling Prizes At Club Tyson

Bath & Body Works: FREE Full-Sized Signature Collection Item With $10 Purchase

FREE Tide Stain Release Product First 15,000 - Updated

Blog-o-versary Giveaway #3: Win A Copy Of Gooseberry Patch's Cookbook, "Mom's Very Best Recipes" *CLOSED*

Facebook: $0.75/1 Freschetta Pizza By The Slice Coupon

Blog-o-versary Giveaway #2: Guess The Number And Win A $10 Amazon Gift Card *CLOSED*

Blog-o-versary Giveaway #1: Win A Bottle Of Skin MD Natural Lotion *CLOSED*

Affording Common Cent's One Year Blog-o-versary!!

Facebook: BOGO FREE Lean Pockets Stuffed Sandwiches Coupon

Facebook: FREE Tube Of Zipfizz (Healthy Energy Mix)

Facebook: Scrubbing Bubbles Giveaway (5/25)

Facebook: $2/1 Tidy Cats Cat Litter Coupon

Candy Themed Party Crafts: How To Make A Candy Boat And A Candy Airplane

What's In Your Mailbox?

Old Navy: 10% Military Discount on Mondays?

FREE Sample Of Real American Steak Rub

It's Mega Swag Bucks Friday!

Facebook: Swiffer 360 Duster Giveaway (First 12,500) Updated

The Olive Garden: Save $4 On 2 Dinner Entrees (Facebook)

Kellogg's Passport To Adventure (Cars 2 Promo): Earn Prizes For Purchasing Products

My Survey: Earn Money Or Rewards For Taking Surveys

Facebook: $1/1 Any STP Product

Facebook: $1/1 Crystal Light Coupon

$5/1 Gnomeo And Juliet 3 Disc Blu-Ray Combo Coupon

$1.50/2 General Mills Cereal Coupon

Facebook: FREE Cliff Coconut Chocolate Chip Bar (5,000) Updated

Candy Themed Birthday Invitations And "Happy Birthday" Banner (Craft Project)

Facebook: FREE Degree Women's Deodorant Sample *UPDATED

Facebook: Possible Freebie From Caress Today?

Happy Birthday, Happy Birthday, Happy Birthday............

Blog-o-versary Giveaway #3: Win A Copy Of Gooseberry Patch's Cookbook, "Mom's Very Best Recipes" CLOSED

Blog-o-versary Giveaway #2: Guess The Number And Win A $10 Amazon Gift Card CLOSED

Blog-o-versary Giveaway #1: Win A Bottle Of Skin MD Natural Lotion CLOSED