Simply "Cycle" Saturday

This week I thought it would be fun to figure out what to do with an old chandelier. Chandeliers are very beautiful and can be used to make many more beautiful things! Here are some examples:

1. Have you heard of Chandelier earrings? Well, why not save the money and make your own! This is perfect if you have an old chandelier laying around. All you need to do is take part of the chandelier that you would like as earrings, get earring hooks (only a couple dollars for a multi-pack), and a pair of pliers. Example earrings can be viewed made by craftjuice who runs an etsy shop of homemade items.
2. You can also make necklaces, bracelets, or anklets in the same manner. Just purchase the chain to strin it on or use one you may have laying around the house. You can then have a perfect matching jewelry set to wear.
3. You can use chandelier pieces to make beautiful scrapbook pages or to decorate a card. You could use either glue dots to affix it to the page or sew it on with a needle and thread.
4. You can use them as ends to pull strings. You could put them on window blinds, ceiling fans, ceiling lights, etc. All you need to do is pry open the ring on one of the chandelier pieces and put it into the pull string. Use the pliers to clamp the ring tightly so that the chandelier will stay attached to the pull string.
5. You could make windchimes out of it. Take an old lamp shade, fishing line, needle, hanging hook and some chandelier pieces. Tie the fishing line to the rings of the chandelier pieces and sew the other end through the lamp shade. Make sure it is tied securely. Place as many chandelier piece strings as you desire for look onto the lamp shade. You can then tie fishing line from the lamp shade to the hanging hook. Now your windchime is finished, hang it out where desired.

Thanks to Colleen for the idea to re"cycle" old chandeliers. Do you have an object that you would like to re"cycle" but you aren't sure how? Post it here and let me know. I will do a post of it!

Winner of the Ladybug Anklet

Thanks to the 97 of you who entered my Ladybug Anklet Giveaway.

It was the largest yet!

Congratulations to

#32 Kathleen

Kathleen will receive an email and have 48 hours to respond.

If there is no response in that time, I will have another number selected through Random.org.

If you have not already, please be sure to enter the 

"Spread the Blog-LOVE" Giveaway 

for a chance to win a $10 Gift Card to the store of YOUR CHOICE!

Look out for my other upcoming giveaways:

• YoPlus Blueberry/Acai Giveaway - 3 Winners
• Fabulous Book Giveaway - 1 Winner

...more to be scheduled soon!

Save-A-Lot 1/2 Price Deal!!!

If you purchase $20 in the below listed P&G items, you can get $10 back in MIR!

Basically this means that the items will be 1/2 Price!

If you use a coupon on top of that, you will save even more.

Here are the items and their coupons matches:

• LUVs Diapers - No Coupon Match
• Always Feminine Products - Always Infinity Pad $1/1 MFG (P&G Mailing)
• Tampax Feminine Products - Tampax Cardboard $1/1 MFG (Tampax Sample)
• Downy Fabric Softener - $1/1 MFG (P&G Coupon Booklet)
• Tide To Go Pen - $1/1 MFG (P&G Mailing) or printable (Some locations may not accept printed coupons but it is worth a shot!)
• Cascade Dishwasher Detergent - No Coupon Match
• Joy Dish Liquid - $.30/1 MFG (P&G 1/18/09)
• Mr. Clean - No Coupon Match
• Old Spice Deodorant - $1/1 MFG (P&G 12/28/08)
• Secret Deodorant - $.25/1 MFG (P&G 12/28/08)
• Scope Mouthwash - $.75/1 MFG (P&G 1/18/09)
• Crest Toothpaste - $1.50/1 MFG (P&G 1/18/09) or $1/1 printable MFG.
• Bounty Basic Paper Towels 8ct $5.99 - $.25/1 MFG (P&G 1/18/09)
• Charmin Large Roll Bath Tissue 9ct $3.99 - This makes it $.44/roll.
• Pringles $.99 - $.30/3 MFG (RP 1/25/09)
• Duracell Batteries $4.99 - $1/1 MFG (P&G Coupon Booklet) or $.75/1 MFG (P&G 1/18/09)
• Tide Liquid Detergent 50oz Bottle $6.99 - $1/1 MFG (P&G Coupon Booklet or Ready, Set, Grow Magazine)

Thanks Baby Cheapskates for this tip!

Denny's FREE Grand Slam Review!

My little one, a friend, her little one and I decided to tackle the crowds at Denny's. There was a long line getting into the parking lot, police directing traffic on the street (which is a 4 lane street), police inside the store telling people where to stand and wait for a table to be ready.

When I pulled in, I got lucky and someone was pulling out so I didn't have to wait more than 5 minutes to park. Once parked, I grabbed the little one and we headed inside. We stepped in the door and couldn't believe what we saw. It was like a can of sardines! We had to squeeze through people to get to the counter to put our name in. The lady stressfully told us it would be 30-40 minutes. We said okay and followed the police direction of where to stand.

While we were waiting, I overheard a waitress (who was VERY upset) talking to her manager. She said that people were ordering the FREE breakfast and drinks and were not paying for their drinks! They were leaving the tickets on the table and walking out!!! I couldn't believe my ears. How rude of people to take advantage of the graciousness of Denny's!!! Really everyone should be thankful that they are getting a FREE breakfast at all and should still pay for their drinks and tip the waitresses! Our waitress was very nice and came back to check on us.

We made sure to order drinks, pay for them, and leave the same tip we would have if we would have paid for the breakfast also! That is the way it should be. Those poor waitresses are working extra hard and still deserve their dues!!!!! I am very disappointed with people that take advantage of a company that is giving. 10 thumbs up to Denny's & their wonderful, hard workers!!!!!!

FREE Movie Monday!

Here is the code for today's FREE movie:

D9P24G

Remember that you can get as many FREE movies with this code as you have credit cards.
You have until midnight tonight to use this code before it expires.
As long as you return the movies by 9pm Tuesday, you will never be charged a cent for these movies!

First time renting from a Redbox?

If so, use code:

DVDONME

anytime before the code above and get twice the movies.

You can then use each of your credit cards if you so choose and then use the same ones again with the code above and get a whole bundle of movies!

Yet another great FREE code that you can use anytime if you have not used it yet is:
BREAKROOM
You can use this anytime and with as many credit cards as you have!
It will give you 1 day FREE!

News Around the Blogosphere!

News from Other Blogs:

• Infant Spoon Giveaway: Mom of 2 Boys, Wife of 1. Ends 2/5/09.
• 1 Dozen Scones: Money Saving Mom. Ends 2/3/09.
• GeeZee Custom Canvas Giveaway: Everything Up Close. Ends 2/7/09.
• Snacktrition Giveaway: Everything Up Close. Ends 2/6/09.
• FREE Scholastic Book: Money Saving Mom.
• Book Giveaway: Book Dads. Ends 2/15/09.
• Cuties Giveaway: Just a Mom's Take on Things. Ends 2/7/09.

Dierbergs Deals for Week of February 3-10

• Ground Chuck $1.87/lb. Limit 3 w/ $10 Purchase.
• Honeysuckle Frozen Whole Turkeys $.87/lb.
• Jones Restaurant Quality & Sizes Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast $1.99/lb.
• Oscar Meyer All Beef Franks 2/$4.
• Farmland Original Sliced Bacon $1.99.
• Strawberries 1lb $3.99. Get Blackberries 6oz FREE!
• Dannon Yogurt 10/$5 or $.50 each. Buy 6 & use $.60/6 MFG (SS 1/4/09 or 2/1/09). $.50x6=$3-.60=$2.40/6=$.40/1.
• Beech-Nut Stage 2 Baby Food 10/$5 or $.50 each. Buy 5 & use $1/5 MFG (SS 1/4/09). $.50x5=$2.50-1=$1.50/5=$.30/1.
• Newman's Own Salad Dressing, Pasta Sauce, or Salsa 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $.50/1 MFG (RP 1/25/09). $2.50-.50=$2.
• Juicy Juice 100% Juice 3/$8 or $2.67 each. Use $1/1 printable MFG. $2.67-1=$1.67.
• Skippy Peanut Butter 2/$4 or $2 each. Use $.40/1 MFG (RP 11/16/08 or 1/18/09) which doubles to $.80/1. $2-.80=$1.20.
• General Mills Cereal 4/$10 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (All You-1/23/09). $2.50-1=$1.50. (Other available coupons $1/3 MFG (GMS 1/4/09), $1/2 MFG (SS 1/11/09), $.55/1 printable MFG for Honey Nut Cheerios here or here, $.55/1 printable MFG for Cinnamon Toast Crunch, $.55/1 printable MFG for Banana Nut Cheerios, $.75/1 printable MFG for Chex Cereal, $1/1 printable MFG for Fiber One, $.75/1 printable MFG for Cookie Crisp, $.75/1 printable MFG for Cheerios Specialties.)
• Kellogg's Eggo 16ct Waffles 2/$6 or $3 each. Use $.75/1 MFG (RP 12/14/08). $3-.75=$2.25.
• I Can't Believe It's Not Butter Spray $2.79. Use $.40/1 MFG (RP 1/18/09) which doubles to $.80/1. $2.79-.80=$1.99.

Find another deal? Post a comment here and share it with everyone!

Schnucks Deals for Week of February 2-9

• Schnucks Grade A Medium Eggs 1 Dozen 10/$10 or $1 each.
• Progresso Vegetable Classics 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $1.10/1 printable MFG. $+.10 after coupon.
• Chef Boyardee Pasta Microwaveable Cups 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 3 & use $.35/3 MFG (SS 1/4/09) which doubles to $.70/3. $1x3=$3-.70=$2.30/3=$.77/1.
• Birds Eye Freshlike Vegetables 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 printable MFG. $1x2=$2-1=$1/2=$.50/1.
• Betty Crocker Brownie Mix 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.50/2 MFG (SS 12/14/08) or printable. $1x2=$2-.50=$1.50/2=$.75/1.
• Ocean Market Tilapia or Salmon Fillets 4oz 10/$10 or $1 each.
• Betty Crocker Potatoes Box or Pouch 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.35/1 MFG (SS 12/14/08) which doubles to $.70/1. $1-70=$.30. (Other available coupons $.25/1 MFG (GMS 1/4/09))
• Knorr Lipton Rice or Pasta Side Dishes 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.50/2 MFG (RP 11/16/08 or 1/18/09). $1x2=$2-.50=$1.50/2=$.75/1.
• Kleenex Facial Tissue 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.40/1 MFG (SS 1/4/09) which doubles to $.80/1. $1-.80=$.20.
• Totino's Pizza Rolls 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 printable MFG or here. $1x2=$2-1=$1/2=$.50/1.
• Green Giant Valley Fresh Steamers Vegetables 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.50/1 MFG (GMS 1/4/09). $1-.50=$.50.
• Pillsbury Rolls or Biscuits 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Book). FREE after coupon! (Other available coupons $40/1 MFG (SS 11/23/08, 12/7/08, 12/14/08 or GMS 1/4/09), $.35/1 MFG (SS 12/7/08 or 1/25/09))
• Hunt's Pasta Sauce 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.40/2 MFG (SS 1/18/09) which doubles to $.80/2. $1x2=$2-.80=$1.20/2=$.60/1.
• Campbell's Condensed Soups 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.40/2 MFG (SS 1/4/09) which doubles to $.80/2. $1x2=$2-.80=$1.20/2=$.60/1.
• Ivory Bar Soap 3ct 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.20/1 MFG (P&G 1/18/09) which doubles to $.40/1. $1-.40=$.60.
• SoyJoy Bars 10/$10. Use (5) B1G1 MFG (SS 1/4/09) & $3/10 MFG (SS 1/4/09). $10-5-3=$2/10=$.20/1.
• Dial Liquid Hand Soap 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.35/1 MFG (SS 1/4/09) which doubles to $.70/1. $1-.70=$.30.
• Keebler Crackers 4/$10 or $2.50 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 12/14/08). $2.50x2=$5-1=$4/2=$2/1.
• Old Orchard 100% Juice 2/$3. Use $.50/2 MFG (Old Orchard Mailing). $3-.50=$2.50/2=$1.25/1.
• General Mills Cereal 4/$10 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (All You-1/23/09). $2.50-1=$1.50. (Other available coupons $1/3 MFG (GMS 1/4/09), $1/2 MFG (SS 1/11/09), $.55/1 printable MFG for Honey Nut Cheerios here or here, $.55/1 printable MFG for Cinnamon Toast Crunch, $.55/1 printable MFG for Banana Nut Cheerios, $.75/1 printable MFG for Chex Cereal, $1/1 printable MFG for Fiber One, $.75/1 printable MFG for Cookie Crisp, $.75/1 printable MFG for Cheerios Specialties.)
• Red Baron Stone Hearth or Classic Pizzas 3/$10 or $3.33 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (SS 1/11/09). $3.33x2=$6.66-1=$5.66/2=$2.83/1.
• Beech Nut Stage 1 or 2 Baby Food 10/$4.50 or $.45 each. Buy 5 & use $1/5 MFG (SS 1/4/09). $.45x5=$2.25-1=$1.25/5=$.25/1.
• Anjou Pears 10lbs/$10 or $1/lb.
• California Cuties $6.99. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 2/1/09). $6.99-1=$5.99.
• Post Cereals 2/$4. Use $1/2 MFG (SS 1/25/09). $4-1=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• Quaker Rice Cakes 3/$5 or $1.67 each. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 1/18/09). $1.67-1=$.67.
• Duncan Hines Brownie Mix 4/$5 or $1.25 each. Use $.35/1 MFG (SS 2/1/09) which doubles to $.70/1. $1.25-.70=$.55.

Find another deal? Post a comment here and share with everyone!

Shop'n Save Deals for Week of February 1-8

• Kleenex Premium 80-110ct 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.40/1 MFG (SS 1/4/09). $1-.40=$.60. (Other available coupons $.50/3 MFG (SS 1/4/09))
• Chef Boyardee Canned Pasta & Microwave Pasta 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 3 & use $.35/3 MFG (SS 1/4/09). $1x3=$3-.35=$2.65/3=$.88/1.
• Hunt's Manwich 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.50/2 MFG (SS 1/18/09). $1x2=$2-.50=$1.50/2=$.75/1.
• Hormel Chili w/ Beans 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.55/1 MFG (SS 1/18/09). $1-.55=$.45.
• Hunt's Traditional Pasta Sauce, Dices or Stewed Tomatoes 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.40/2 MFG (SS 1/18/09). $1x2=$2-.40=$1.60/2=$.80/1.
• Ro-Tel Diced Tomatoes 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.30/1 MFG (SS 1/18/09). $1-.30=$.70.
• Campbell's Red & White Soup 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.40/2 MFG (SS 1/4/09). $1x2=$2-.40=$1.60/2=$.80/1.
• Softsoap Hand Soap 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.35/1 MFG (SS 2/1/09). $1-.35=$.65.
• Aunt Jemima Pancake Mix 2/$4. Use $1/2 MFG (RP 1/4/09). $4-1=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• Aunt Jemima Pancake Syrup 24oz 2/$5. Use $1/2 MFG (RP 1/4/09). $5-1=$4/2=$2/1.
• Quaker Oatmeal To Go Bars 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $.55/1 MFG (RP 1/4/09). $2.50-.55=$1.95.
• Quaker Oat Squares Cereal 2/$4 or $2 each. Use $.50/1 MFG (RP 1/4/09). $2-.50=$1.50.
• Quaker True Delights 6.1oz 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 1/4/09). $2.50-1=$1.50.
• Quaker Simple Harvest 7.4oz 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 2/1/09). $2.50-1=$1.50.
• Quaker Quick Oats or Old Fashioned Oatmeal 2/$3 or $1.50 each. Use $.60/1 MFG (RP 1/4/09). $1.50-.60=$.90.
• Kellogg's Nutri-Grain Bars 4/$9.98 or $2.50 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (SS 1/11/09). $2.50x2=$5-1=$4/2=$2/1.
• Kellogg's Fiber Plus Bars 5/$9.98 or $2 each. Use $.75/1 MFG (RP 1/18/09). $2-.75=$1.25.
• Keebler Graham Crackers 4/$9.98 or $2.50 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 12/14/08) $2.50x2=$5-1=$4/2=$2/1.
• Huggies Diapers $9.99. Use $1.50/1 MFG (SS 1/11/09). Get $.75/1 MIR. $9.99-1.50-.75=$7.74.
• Northwest Anjou Pears $1.28/lb.
• Country Crock Margarine Spread 2/$4.98 or $2.50 each. Use $.50/1 MFG (RP 1/18/09). $2.50-.50=$2.
• Healthy Choice Cafe Steamers 4/$10 or $2.50 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (All You-1/23/09). $2.50x2=$5-1=$4/2=$2/1.
• Smart Balance Margarine Spread 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 2/1/09). $2.50-1=$1.50.
• Skinny Cow Novelties 2/$7 or $3.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (All You-1/23/09). $3.50-1=$2.50.
• Powerade 10/$8.88 or $.88 each. Use $.40/1 MFG (SS 1/4/09). $.88-.40=$.48.
• Campbell's Select Harvest or Chunky Healthy Request Microwave Bowls 4/$6 or $1.50 each. Buy 2 & use $.75/2 MFG (SS 1/11/09). $1.50x2=$3-.75=$2.25/2=$1.13/1.
• Campbell's Condensed Kids Soups 4/$5 or $1.25 each. Buy 2 & use $.40/2 MFG (SS 1/11/09). $1.25x2=$2.50-.40=$2.10/2=$1.05/1.
• Campbell's Red & White Healthy Request Condensed Soups 4/$5 or $1.25 each. Buy 2 & use $.40/2 MFG (SS 1/4/09). $1.25x2=$2.50-.40=$2.10/2=$1.05/1.
• Swanson Chunk White Chicken 2/$3. Use $.40/2 MFG (SS 12/14/08). $3-.40=$2.60/2=$1.30/1.
• Suave Naturals Shampoo or Conditioner 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.50/2 MFG (RP 11/16/08 or 1/11/09). $1x2=$2-.50=$1.50/2=$.75/1.
• Totino's Pizza Rolls 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.40/2 MFG (SS 1/11/09, 1/18/09 or 1/25/09). $1x2=$2-.40=$1.60/2=$.80/1.
• Knorr Pasta Sides, Rice Sides & Veggie Plus Sides 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.50/2 MFG (RP 11/16/08 or 1/18/09). $1x2=$2-.50=$1.50/2=$.75/1.
• Kellogg's Frosed Flakes or Froot Loops Grab'n Go 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $1.50/2 MFG (RP 1/18/09). $1x2=$2-1.50=$.50/2=$.25/1.
• Pringles 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 3 & use $.30/3 MFG (RP 1/25/09). $1x3=$3-.30=$2.70/3=$.90/1.
• Swiss Miss Cocoa 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.50/1 MFG (All You-12/26/08). $1-.50=$.50.

Find another deal? Post a comment here and share it with everyone!

Walmart Deals for Week of February 1-8

• Crest Pro Health Toothpaste 6oz $3. Use $1.50/1 MFG (P&G 1/18/09). $3-1.50=$1.50.
• Gillette Mach3 Disposable 3ct $6.12. Buy 2 & use B1G1 MFG (P&G 1/18/09). $6.12/2=$3.06/1.
• Vaseline Lotion 6.8oz $2.97. Use $1.50/1 MFG (RP 1/18/09). $2.97-1.50=$1.47.
• Frank's RedHot Sauce 5oz $.86. Use $.50/1 MFG (SS 12/14/08) or printable. $.86-.50=$.36.
• Trident Gum Single Pack $.96. Use $.75/1 MFG (SS 1/18/09). $.96-.75=$.21.
• OneTouch Ultra Mini Blood Glucose Monitoring System $18.82. Use Up to $20/1 MFG (RP 1/25/09). This will make it FREE plus most have a MIR which will make you a profit!
• Sure Deodorant 2.6-2.7oz $1.96. Use $1/1 MFG (Sure Mailing) or printable. $1.96-1=$.96.
• Bayer Breeze2 Meter $18.82. Use Up to $30/1 MFG (RP 2/1/09). This will make it FREE plus most have a MIR which will make you a profit!
• L'Oreal Preference Hair Color $6.97. Use $3/1 MFG (RP 2/1/09). $6.97-3=$3.97.
• Milk Bone Dog Snacks 15-24oz $2.84. Buy 2 & use B1G1 MFG (RP 2/1/09). $2.84/2=$1.41/1.
• Glade Scented Oil Candle Holder $4.77. Buy 2 & use B1G1 MFG (SS 2/1/09). $4.77/2=$2.39/1.

Find another deal? Post a comment here and share with everyone.

Target Deals for Week of February 1-8

• Quilted Northern Bath Tissue 24ct Double Roll or 18ct Mega Roll Ultra Plush $11.99. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 1/18/09). $11.99-1=$10.99. This makes it $.46/roll.
• Suave Kids' Detangling Spray or Professionals Conditioner $1.77. Buy 2 & use $.50/2 MFG (RP 11/16/08 or 1/11/09). $1.77x2=$3.54-.50=$3.04/2=$1.52/1.
• Campbell's Chunky Microwaveable Soup Bowls $1.55. Buy 2 & use $.75/2 MFG (SS 1/11/09). $1.55x2=$3.10-.75=$2.35/2=$1.18/1.
• Hillshire Farm Deli Select Ultra-Thin Lunchmeat $2.99. Use $.55/1 MFG (RP 1/4/09). $2.99-.55=$2.44.
• StarKist Tuna Family Size $3.25. Buy 2 & use B1G1 MFG (Vocal Point or All You-2/20/09) & $1/1 MFG (Vocal Point). $3.25-1=$2.25/2=$1.13/1.
• DanActive or Activia 4ct 2/$4 or $2 each. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 1/11/09). $2-1=$1.
• Hostess 100 Calorie Pack Snacks $2.99. Use $.75/1 MFG (RP 1/11/09). $2.99-.75=$2.24.

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Kmart Deals for Week of February 1-8

• Hershey's 10-12oz 2/$4 or $2 each. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 11/9/08). $2-1=$1.
• Nature Made Vitamins B1G1 $3.99 & Up. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (All You-2/20/09, SS 11/2/08, 1/4/09, or 2/1/09). $3.99-2=$1.99/2=$1/1.
• L'Oreal Face, Lip, or Nail Cosmetics B1G1. Use (2) $3/1 MFG (RP 1/4/09). If you purchase items that are $6 or less, they will be FREE!
• Kleenex 75-130, 184, or 200ct 3/$5 or $1.67 each. Use $.40/1 MFG (SS 1/4/09). $1.67-.40=$1.27.
• Formula 409 22-32ox or Clorox 35ct Wipes 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $.75/1 MFG (P 1/25/09 or RP 1/25/09). $2.50-.75=$1.75.
• General Mills Cereal 5/$10 or $2 each. Use $1/1 MFG (All You-1/23/09 or Fiber One Sample). $2-1=$1. (Other available coupons $1/3 MFG (GMS 1/4/09), $1/2 MFG (SS 1/11/09), $.55/1 printable MFG for Honey Nut Cheerios here or here, $.55/1 printable MFG for Cinnamon Toast Crunch, $.55/1 printable MFG for Banana Nut Cheerios, $.75/1 printable MFG for Chex Cereal, $1/1 printable MFG for Fiber One, $.75/1 printable MFG for Cookie Crisp, $.75/1 printable MFG for Cheerios Specialties.)
• Fiber One Granola Bars 4/$10 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Fiber One Sample). $2.50-1=$1.50. (Other available coupons $.50/1 MFG (Fiber One Sample, GMS 1/4/09, or SS 1/25/09))
• Progresso Soup 3/$4 or $1.33 each. Use $1.10/1 printable MFG. $1.33-1.10=$.23. (Other available coupons $.50/2 MFG (GMS 1/4/09)).
• Fancy Feast Cans 20/$10 or $.50 each. Buy 24 & use $1/24 MFG (SS 1/11/09). $.50x24=$12-1=$11/24=$.46/1.

Find another deal? Post a comment here and share with everyone!

Giveaways of Note!

Here are some giveaways that I entered today and thought I would share with you!

• Southhaven Farms Giveaway: Forever & Always Ashley. Ends 2/7/09.
• Seventh Generation Giveaway: Forever & Always Ashley. Ends 2/7/09.
• Izola Shower Giveway: Everything Up Close. Ends 2/11/09.
• Hoover FloorMate Giveaway: Mommy Brain Reports. Ends 2/15/09.
• Plan Toys Giveaway: Thrifty & Chic Mom. Ends 2/13/09.
• Giggle Guide to Baby Gear Giveaway: Thrifty & Chic Mom. Ends 2/13/09.
• Browniepops: Life in a House of Blue. Ends 2/8/09.

Don't forget to enter my giveaways: Ladybug Anklet Giveaway (Ends 2/3/09) & "Share the Blog-LOVE" (Ends 3/1/09).

Dollar General Deals for Week of February 1-8

• Hefty Trash Bags $5. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 11/16/08 or RP 1/25/09). $5-1=$4.
• Softsoap Hand Soap $1. Use $.35/1 MFG (SS 2/1/09). $1-.35=$.65.
• Air Wick Air Refresher 2/$3. Buy 4 & use B2G2 MFG (SS 1/25/09) & $1/2 printable MFG. $3-1=$2/4=$.50/1.
• Rolaids 100ct, Mylanta 12floz or Pepcid 8ct $4 each. Buy 2 & use $4/2 MFG (RP 1/4/09). $4x2=$8-4=$4/2=$2/1.
• Clean & Clear Skincare Products $4.50. Use $2/1 printable MFG. $4.50-2=$2.50.
• Neutrogena Deep Clean $4.50. Use $2/1 MFG (SS 1/18/09). $4.50-2=$2.50.
• Colgate Toothpaste $.85. Use $.75/1 MFG (SS 1/18/09 or 2/1/09). $.85-.75=$.10.
• Head & Shoulders Shampoo w/ Conditioner $3. Use $1/1 MFG (P&G 1/18/09). $3-1=$2.
• Pringles 5/$5 or $1 each. Buy 3 & use $.30/3 MFG (RP 1/25/09). $1x3=$3-.30=$2.70/3=$.90/1.
• Theraflu Severe Cold $4. Use $1/1 printable MFG. $4-1=$3.
• Energizer Batteries 4ct AA or AAA $3.50. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 1/4/09 or 1/25/09). $3.50-1=$2.50.

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Walgreens Deals for Week of February 1-7

• Puffs Facial Tissue 6ct To Go or 96, 132, or 218ct Family Size 3/$5 w/ WC in ad. Use (3) $.25/1 MFG (P&G 1/18/09 or P 12/28/08). $5-.75=$4.25/3=$1.42/1.
• Russell Stover Chocolates 11.5 or 12oz $3.99 w/ WC in ad. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 12/14/08). $3.99-1=$2.99.
• Hershey's Valentines Chocolate $1.89 w/ WC in ad. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 11/9/08). $1.89-1=$.89.
• Kellogg's Pop-tart 8ct 2/$3 w/ WC in ad. Use $1/2 MFG (RP 1/18/09). $3-1=$2/2=$1/1.
• Quaker Chewy Granola Bars 10ct 2/$4. Use $1/2 MFG (RP 1/4/09). $4-1=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• Keebler Crackers 5.25-6oz $.99. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG. $.99x2=$1.98-1=$.98/2=$.49/1.
• Hormel Compleats Microwave Meals 2/$5. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (SS 12/7/08 or All You-2/20/09). $5-2=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• Campbell's Soup 10.75oz Cream of Chicken or Cream of Mushroom $.89 w/ WC in ad. Buy 4 & use $.25/4 MFG (SS 1/4/09). $.89x4=$3.56-.25=$3.31/4=$.83/1.
• Walgreens Ultra Alkaline Batteries 8ct AA or AAA, 4ct C or D, or 2ct 9V B1G1 $5.49. Use $1/2 MFG (RP 12/7/08). $5.49-1=$4.49/2=$2.25/1.
• Duracell Batteries 4ct AA or AAA, 2ct C or D, or Single 9V $2.99 w/ WC in ad. Use $1/1 MFG (P&G Coupon Booklet). $2.99-1=$1.99. (Other available MFG $.75/1 MFG (P&G 1/18/09))
• Clorox Liquid Bleach 2/$3 w/ WC in ad. Use (2) $.75/1 MFG (RP 1/25/09). $3-1.50=$1.50/2=$.75/1.
• DeMet's Turtles 7oz 2/$6. Use (2) $1.50/1 MFG. $6-3=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• M&M's Premiums 2/$7. Use $1/2 ESC pg.2 & (2) $1/1 MFG (Shop'n Save Register or RP 2/1/09). $7-1-2=$4/2=$2/1.
• L'Oreal True Match Cosmetics B1G1 $8.99 & Up. Use (2) $2/1 MFG (RP 2/1/09). $8.99-4=$4.99/2=$2.50/1.
• Pert 2-in-1 Shampoo Plus Conditioner $3.49. Use $1.50/1 ESC on pg.14 & $1/1 printable MFG or here. $3.49-1.50-1=$.99.
• Old Spice Antiperspirant/Deodorant $1.99 w/ WC in ad. Use $1/1 MFG (P&G 12/28/08). $1.99-1=$.99.
• Always Infinity 14-18ct $4.99. Use $1/1 MFG (P&G Coupon Booklet). $4.99-1=$3.99.
• Triaminic Liquid 4oz, Spray .66oz or 14ct Thin Strips 2/$10. Use (2) $1.50/1 printable MFG. Get $6/2 ESR #12. $10-3-6=$1/2=$.50/1.
• Nature's Bounty B1G1 $3.59 & Up. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (RP 1/4/09, 2/1/09, or Tote Bag Sample) or printable or printable. $3.59-2=$1.59/2=$.80/1.
• Ricola Cough Drops 19-24ct $1.29 w/ WC in ad. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 1/11/09). $1.29-1=$.29.
• Bayer Aspirin Twin Pack $2.49. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 1/4/09, RP 2/1/09) or printable or printable. $2.49-1=$1.49/2 Bottles=$.75/bottle.
• Nature Made Select Vitamins B1G1 $8.99 & Up. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (All You-2/20/09, SS 11/2/08, 1/4/09, or Sample). $8.99-2=$6.99/2=$3.50/1.
• Breeze2 or Contour Blood Glucose Meter $14.99. Use Up to $30/1 MFG which will take off the $14.99. Get $14.99 MIR. Make a $14.99 profit after coupon & rebate. (Note: Make sure to purchase other items in the same transaction.)
• Palmolive Dish Liquid 10oz $.99 w/ WC in ad. Use $.25/1 MFG (SS 2/1/09). $.99-.25=$.75.

RR Deal: B$20G$10

• Vicks NyQuil or DayQuil $5.99. Buy 4 & use (4) $1.50/1 MFG (P&G 1/18/09). Get $10 RR. $5.99x4=$23.96-6-10=$7.96/4=$1.99/1.

FREE After ESR:

1. Zucol Cold Care Lozenges 18ct $7.99. Use $2/1 MFG (SS 2/1/09). Get $7.99 ESR. $+2 after MFG & ESR!
2. Revlon Age Defying Spa Concealer or Foundation $9.99. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 10/12/08, 11/16/08, or 12/7/08). Get $9.99 ESR. $+1 after MFG & ESR!
3. Garnier Fructis Wonder Waves Shampoo, Conditioner or Stylers $3.99. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 11/9/08 or 1/4/09). Get $3.99 ESR. $+1 after MFG or ESR!
4. Revlon Creme Lip Gloss $9.99. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 10/12/08, 11/16/08, or 12/7/08). Get $9.99 ESR. $+1 after MFG & ESR!
5. Walgreens Multi-Purpose Solution 4oz $1.99. Get $1.99 ESR. FREE after ESR.
6. ThermaCare Trial Size Heat Wrap $2.49. Use $2/1 MFG (All You-2/20/09). Get $2.49 ESR. $+2 after MFG & ESR.

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Denny's FREE Grand Slam!

Denny's if offering a FREE Grand Slam Breakfast

Tuesday, February 3rd

6am - 2pm!

Check out the details here.

News Around the Blogosphere!!!

Get 75 Free 4x6 prints when you join the Kodak Gallery!

Buy 1 Calendar, Get 1 FREE at Kodak Gallery!
Get 150 Prints for $15 at Kodak Gallery!

DON'T FORGET TO PRINT THE NEW COUPONS.COM COUPONS WHILE THEY LAST!

FREEbies:

• Benefiber On The Go Sample: Walmart
• Energizer Hearing Aid Batteries Sample.
• Pillsbury $10 Coupon Booklet.
• Space Camp CD & Poster FREE.
• Baby Formula Checks or Coupons FREE, email me for details!
• Juice Plus Brochures CD or DVD, email me your preference.
• Potty Training DVD FREE: Huggies.
• Flower or Vegetable Seed Samples: Bentley Seeds.
• Surf w/ Essential Oils Laundry Detergent Sample. You have to share a tip!
• Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Mini FREE.
• Degree Men Absolute Protection Sample.

Printable MIR:

• Pert Plus for Men Try Me FREE offer.

News From Other Blogs:

• Natural Elements Giveaway: Piece of Me. Ends tonight at 11:59!
• Super "Bowl" Giveway: Once A Month Mom. Ends 2/8/09!
• B1G1 American Greeting Cards Coupons: Freebies4Mom!
• 100 FREE SeeHere Prints: Freebies4Mom! Good through February.
• The Boon Flair Highchair: Chic Shopper Chick. Ends 2/15/09.

Cyber Coupons:

• JoAnn Fabric FREE S&H code: EBD039. Expires 2/8/09.
• JoAnn Fabric 40% off code: EED052. Expires 2/21/09.
• Snapfish Buy any Item get FREE Valentine's Card code: LOVECARD. Expires 2/6/09.
• Old Navy 50% off Clearance Items code: HALFOFF. Expires 2/2/09.
• Those of you who got the $10 Dillyeo.com Gift Card, here is an extra way to save an additional 5% code: PROMO09.

Printable Coupons:

• Weight Watchers Chilled Ready-Meals $1/1 MFG. Expires 3/31/09.
• Honey Nut Cheerios $.55/1 MFG. Expires 3/31/09.
• Boost Kid Essentials Drink $2/1 MFG. Expires 3/31/09.
• Yoplait Kids, Go-Gurt, Smoothie, Trix, or Fizzix Yogurt $1/2 MFG. Expires 3/31/09.
• Betty Crocker Frosting $.55/1 MFG. Expires 3/31/09.
• Yoplait Yogurt $.50/6 MFG. Expires 3/31/09.
• Nature's Bounty $1/1 MFG.
• Pert Plus $1/1 MFG.
• Imagine Organic Soups & Broths $1.50/2 MFG. Expires 3/31/09.
• Bayer Aspirin Product $1/1 MFG. Expires 3/31/09.
• Peloponnese Product $1/1 MFG. Expires 2/28/09.
• Butter Buds Mix or Sprinkles $.40/1 MFG. Expires 2/28/09.
• Dagoba Chocolate $1/1 MFG to be sent w/ Valentine's card to a friend.
• $31.50 in coupons from right @ home.

Sweepstakes:

• Countdown to Kickoff: Papa Johns. Expires 2/7/09.
• "Green" Home Makeover: Nature's Bounty.
• "Room A Day": Kimberly Clark.
• Fuel Your Greatness: Nature Made.
• Share the Blog-LOVE: HERE!

$51.25 Worth of 26 Items for $13.25!!!

I went to 2 stores this week, Walgreens & Dierbergs. Everything in red is what I got for FREE! I saved 74% overall!!!
Dierbergs Transaction:

1. 2 McCormick Brown Gravy Mix $.50 each.
2. 2 McCormick White Chicken Chili Mix $.50 each.
3. 2 McCormick Chili Mix $.50 each.
4. 3 Rice Works Chips $3.49 each.
5. 1 Del Monte Red Grapefruit Bowl $3.99. (The grapefruit above was what my husband thought was supposed to be pictured, so think of it as a bowl instead of bag.)

• Used (6) $.25/1 MFG for McCormick which doubled to $.50. (This made them all FREE!)
• Used FREE Del Monte MFG which took off all but $.10 due to coupon price limit.
• Used (3) FREE Rice Works MFG.
• OOP $.10!
• Total before coupons was $17.46 - $17.36 in coupons = $.10 for 10 items!

Walgreens Transaction 1, 2 & 3:

1. 1 Colgate Total 6.0oz Toothpaste $2.99.

• Used $1/1 MFG.
• OOP $2.13!
• Total before coupon was $2.99 - $1 in coupon = $1.99 + $.14 in tax = $2.13. I received a $2 RR which made it $.13 for 1!

Walgreens Transaction 4:

1. 1 Brawny Paper Towels 8ct $9.49.
2. 4 Puffs Ultra 60ct $1.59 each.
3. 2 Hershey's Candy Bars $.80 each.
4. 4 Simply Asia $1 each.
5. 1 Carefree Pantiliners 22ct $1.39.
6. 1 4ct Nerf Baseballs $1.99 (store clearance-originally $3.99)

• Used $.99 WC for Carefree which took off $.40.
• Used $6.49 WC for Brawny which took off $3.
• Used $.89 WC for Puffs which took off $2.80.
• Used B1G1 WC for Hershey's which took off $.70.
• Used $1/1 MFG for Carefree which made them FREE!
• Used (4) $.25/1 MFG for Puffs.
• Used (3) $.50/1 MFG for Simply Asia.
• Used B1G1 MFG for Hershey's which took off $.70 (should have taken off $.89 so I ended up paying $.19/2).
• Used $1/1 MFG for Brawny.
• Used $1 & $10 RR from previous transactions.
• OOP $1.76.
• Total before coupons was $24.82 - $12.10 in coupons = $12.72 + $.04 in tax = $12.76 for 13 items!

These items are what I purchased from the Giant Gym Sale. I paid $3.75 for the Precious Moments that had all its papers, $.50 for the thicker cookie cutters, $.10 for the thinner ones, $.10 for the incense sticks, & $.25 for the 2-sided chalk board! I was so excited!!!

Spread the Blog-LOVE!!!

February hosts Valentine's Day. When you think of Valentine's Day, what is the first word that comes to mind? LOVE!!! In honor of the month of LOVE, I would like to start "Spread the Blog-LOVE!"

I am on a mission to find wonderful blogs. For this I would like your help! If you have a blog and you would like to take part in "Spread the Blog-LOVE", I would like to hear from you! All you have to do is fill out the form below. Be sure to answer all the questions so that I can display your blog as best I can.

On March 1st I will have a special post just for you! I will display your blog button (if you have one), write a small paragraph about your blog & what I like about it.

Here is a special treat, the more you spread the word, the more fun this will be. If you look in the form below, it asks where you heard about "Spread the Blog-LOVE". When you spread the news of this, be sure to tell your readers to enter your blog URL! The blog that "Spread the Blog-LOVE" the most, will get a $10 Gift Card to the store of their choice. You will also receive a "Spread the Blog-LOVE" Award to post on your blog if you desire.

Now, start spreading the word!