24Aug 2012 by holly

Dollar Tree: Accepting Coupons starting on 8/26/12

Coupons, Dollar Tree, Uncategorized
Dollar Tree stores will be accepting manufacture coupons starting on 8/26/12!   I've added it to my list of coupon policy pages. Here are the details: IN-STORE COUPON ACCEPTANCE: GUIDELINES & LIMITATIONS DOLLAR TREE WILL ACCEPT COUPONS IN STORES BEGINNING SUNDAY, AUGUST 26, 2012 Only original and intact manufacturers’ coupons will be accepted. Retailer-specific coupons will not be accepted. Coupons are void if copied, scanned, or if they have been altered in any way. Only two (2) print-at-home Internet coupons may be redeemed per transaction. We are unable to accept coupons for “Free” items with no purchase requirements or where the amount for the product is blank. Coupons can only be used in stores and must be presented at time of purchase. Coupons cannot be redeemed for cash at a later…
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13Aug 2012 by holly

Meal Planning 8/13/12

general, Meal Planning, Uncategorized
This is week 5 on creating a meal plan.  I fell off the bandwagon for 4 weeks!  I think I got in a rut about creating the meal plan.  So it is technically Saturday and I'm on my computer and MAKING myself do this. Monday: Breakfast:Cereal Lunch  Left overs of stuffed peppers Dinner  Pasta bake Tuesday:Breakfast Cereal and Yogurt Lunch  Sandwiches, veggies  Dinner: Roast Beef Sandwiches Wednesday: Breakfast Oatmeal Banana Cookies Yum! Lunch Pasta bake leftovers    Dinner:   Turkey Burgers and veggies Thursday: Breakfast Oatmeal Banana Cookies Lunch Fake Crab Sandwich and veggies  Dinner: Mac N Cheese with veggies Yum! – My kids LOVE it when I take the frozen yellow carrots and orange carrots cooked really well and then pureed and added to good old Mac N Cheese.  They…
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09Aug 2012 by holly

Harbor Freight Finds!

Harbor Freight, Uncategorized
Have you ever been to Harbor Freight?   I love Harbor Freight.  Of course 99% of the items are made in China.  It is so hard to find anything these days that isn't made in China.   It is a great place to find inexpensive tools.   I find so many hand tools that I can use for organization, and crafts. At this particular trip, I went in and got this very nice measuring tape for FREE with the store coupon!  (I believe a purchase was necessary.)  I also got a pack of my favorite 22 pack clamp set for $1.99.  They were on sale.  These clamps are fantastic to use all over the house.  I use them as chip clips, veggie clips, clothing clips, and so much more.  Recently, my daughter…
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31Jul 2012 by holly

McDonalds: Free Medium Fries Coupon – Frydrate.com! – Ended!

Coupons, Food, Freebies, Uncategorized
  How do you survive these record breaking temps in D.C. and sizzling summer heat? Why with the perfect icy cool beverage coupled with your favorite tasty snack of course! McDonald’s® Family Restaurants of Greater Washington, D.C. has just the combo to satiate those hunger pains and make sure you stay hydrated ….or should I say FRYDRATED while also saving a couple bucks! A Frydrator combines McDonald’s® World Famous French Fries with one of the McDonald’s McCafé® premium iced beverages or any other McDonald’s beverage of your choosing to create the ultimate in Frydration. What’s more, from now until September 16, head to Frydrate.com to get a coupon for a FREE medium fries with the purchase of a medium McCafé beverage  and create your very own Frydrator with one of…
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26Jul 2012 by holly

GROUPON: $20 for $80 at Vistaprint!

Groupon, Uncategorized
Groupon has this great deal today $20 get $80 worth of products from Vistaprint. This is great for back to school supplies, or office supplies like business cards.  I suggest Mommy cards and thank you cards because those are things you will always use during the year. Customizable products include photo calendars ($10.99+) for busy students and teachers, mugs that can be emblazoned with endearing phrases such as "World's 14th Best Parent" ($9.74+), T-shirts ($8.39+), and notepads ($6.24+). Prices listed include a discount for purchasers of this Groupon, click here to see all discounted items. The Fine Print Expires Oct 31, 2012 Limit 1 per person, may buy 1 additional as a gift. Limit 1 per order. Cannot be combined with other offers or partner programs. Must redeem online at…
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24Jul 2012 by holly

Craft: Cute ABC Zipper Pocket Design

crafts, DIY, Uncategorized
Here is my first In the Hoop (ITH) project!  I'm so excited about this.   I thought I would share this on my blog.  As you may know I love to create crafts, and sew.  Recently, I've become re-addicted to my fancy combo sewing and embroidery machine.   Yesterday, I made this cute Zipper Bag from a new design from DigiStitches This is for Doodle so she can keep track of her flashcards.
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22Jul 2012 by holly

Jo-Ann Fabrics: 20% off Total Purchase this week 7/22/12-7/28/12

Coupons, crafts, DIY, JoAnn, Uncategorized
Double check your mail because earlier between July 12-14 I got a postcard flier from Jo-Ann and it has a 20% off total purchase coupon for July 22-28! That includes sales, regular and clearance items! The best part I just checked the ad for this month and this week July 22-28 the notions wall is 50% off! Quilting fabrics are 40% off and Pillow Forms are 50% off. That makes the notions wall 70% off, Quilting fabrics 60% off and the Pillow forms 70% off! If you don't have the flier download the Jo-Ann App onto your phone and you get the same coupons!
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17Jul 2012 by holly

Meal Planning 7/16/12

Meal Planning, Uncategorized
  This is week 24 on creating a meal plan for the week.   Just when I am getting back into it I stop!  The reason being is we had the big storm that hit our area right before the 4th of July and that messed up the whole week because we were out of power for 108 hours.  Yuck!  It was no fun.   I've decided to change things up a bit.  I'm starting this post super early (Thursday) so that I can get it done on time!   I'm so proud of myself for this.  It will give me enough time to think about the up coming week and get it posted! However, today is Tuesday and I'm just getting to it.  I had a lot on my to-do list this…
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10Jul 2012 by holly

UPDATE: 2012 Savings Challenge

2012 Savings Challenge, Uncategorized
Come join me!   Please leave a comment below of what your financial goals are this year!   Let’s work together to achieve them. I hope everyone had a wonderful 4th of July.  We had a stressful one.  We were out of power for over 108 hours starting on the Friday before and didn't get it back until the morning of the 4th.  Thankfully we had generator power thanks to my wonderful husband.   But it was limited and so very hot.  After we got back online getting posts done has had to be put on the back burner.  I needed to take care of my family and get some things done.   I'm glad I'm back. 2012 Savings Challenge Our financial goals for 2012: Short term goals Refinancing our mortgage.  DONE!  Finding…
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