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Biography

2011-11-06T04:43:00.001-08:00

I found this great website that has a really cool booklet to make an autobiography. It's a 248 downloadable book that is has fill in the blank or finish the sentence work. Awesome! If you just do not even one a day, you could finish it in the year. Or pick and choose pages to learn more about grandparents. It's called the "Memory Grabber".

http://www.familyhistoryproducts.com/mg2008.html

Swim suits

2011-07-01T04:57:00.001-07:00

If you are like me and are waiting for "summer clearance" to buy a new swim suit, Hapari is offering 40% off through the 4th of July. Use SALE40 at checkout. Happy Shopping!

The Path to Prosperity: America's two futures, visualized

2011-04-05T08:17:00.000-07:00

President Barack Obama's First Ad of 2012

2011-04-01T09:36:00.000-07:00

BUSCH GARDENS FOR FREE?!

2011-03-03T04:44:00.001-08:00

Thinking about what you are going to do this summer? Busch Gardens has brought back their Preschool Pass. If you have a child 5 and younger, they can get a summer pass for free!!! Just do to their website or here to get it. Oh, it's only for Virginia residents! Maybe we'll see you there!

Great deal from Picture People

2010-10-27T11:25:00.000-07:00

Six sheets of the same pose for $18. This coupon is good now through the end of November.

Busch Gardens Deal and a half!

2010-08-23T04:48:00.000-07:00

Okay folks, there is a great deal for Busch Gardens. Right now they have a special where kids under 5 can get in for free. Then, if you are a Virginia Resident you can get a child ages 3-9 in for free with every paying adult, and it has to be purchased online. So for my family of 7 we only need to buy a ticket for Dean and myself. What a deal!

www.buschgardens.com

Movie

2010-08-14T17:44:00.000-07:00

Tuesday evening the 17th of August in Warrenton at the Warrenton Aquatics Recreation Facility, the Warrenton Chick-fil-A will be giving away 600 Spicy Chicken sandwiches for FREE to the first 600 people there and the event is a MOVIE on the LAWN and it is FREE FAMILY FUN and the movie is CURIOUS GEORGE 2. They will have Food, Fun and Prizes from 6:00-8:15 and the MOVIE TIME is 8:15 - Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, coolers, snacks.

www.positivehits.org

PWC Fair

2010-08-11T07:52:00.000-07:00

It's fair time folks! Here is the link for the schedule of events: http://www.pwcfair.com/schedule_15.html. Friday is half price day. If your kids have been reading this summer they should get free kid tickets from the library. See you there with all the "fair people!"

Each exhibitor in Home Arts may purchase one (1) pass for $10.00, which will be good for three (3) admissions. It can be used individually or collectively

Gville Library

2010-08-02T12:57:00.001-07:00

Coupons this week-Casa Chimayo-Buy 1 adult meal, get kids free. IHOP-buy one adult meal, get kids free.

B1G1

2010-07-13T16:16:00.001-07:00

Do you all know what that means? It means a deal is a brewing. Brooke and I are holding one more "art of coupon class" this month at a B1G1 rate. So if you sign up before the class (check out our blog link below to RSVP) with the your name and the name of your friend attending, you will get the class half off. That is a 50% savings!

Come join us to learn the ins and outs of saving BIG with us this Friday, July 16th from 6-7:30.

For more details on our classes and other great DEALS, check out our blog:

www.hiptoclipcoupons.blogspot.com

videos worth your family's time

2010-07-11T17:03:00.000-07:00

Maybe you have been in these situations:

Its Sunday. The kids want to watch something but are hoping for something other than what is in your collection.

or

You are tired of the usual mind numbing videos for the children.

Well, check out http://byutv.org/show/24 (Sorry the link embedding wasn't working).

BYUTV.org site has 13 episodes of the "Book of Virtues. Yes, they are free for your web viewing. My children love these shows and the shows actually impart good morals to back up what we parents try to teach. You can enjoy watching something that might actually be worth your family's time.

Adieu, Adieu, To You And You And You

2010-07-08T20:12:00.000-07:00

I have LOVED sharing all my tips on this blog. Unfortunately, from here on out, I will be posting all my good finds on our new blog. It's Hip to Clip Coupons. Come check us out sometime and learn how we're living the good life one dollar saved at a time!

My last tidbit for this blog:

The library coupons for this week are DC United and Firehouse Subs: 2 kids meals with the purchase of a medium sub

The read 5 books Chic-fil-A coupon is for an child's ice dream

Too Late to Apologize: A Declaration

2010-07-04T19:49:00.000-07:00

Newseum

2010-06-30T10:39:00.000-07:00

From July 4th until Labor Day all kids under 18 are free. Maybe it's time to check it out!

http://newseum.org/index.html

Classy Kids Consignment

2010-06-13T13:38:00.000-07:00

Shop the Classy Kids Consignment if you want a place to shop for your kiddos--quality end of summer and fall school clothes, books, furniture (and maybe an early start on Christmas toys)--the Classy Kids Consignment sale will be held on July 14-18 at the Prince William County Fairgrounds. I have participated in the last sale (both buying great items and selling items) and have been very happy with the process.

If you want to get RID of the clothes your kids have outgrown and you want to make some extra moola (I made $451.00 in March!) Join the fun! Consignors make 60% and do not have to pay a consignment fee. Every item is entered into their online/barcode system, which makes it easy to track what you have sold. If anyone is interested in consigning items and has any questions just let me know. Please, If you choose to consign I would love it if you can reference me on your application form Angie Toler! Thanks.

For more information check out their website:

Roadtrip help

2010-06-12T11:34:00.000-07:00

Hey ladies, please share what you know to help with my roadtrip! I want your best ideas or things that have worked for you with taking your kids on roadtrips (other than movies). We are driving to Utah this summer and would love some tips!

Borders Double Dog Dare

2010-06-08T13:42:00.000-07:00

Get a free book when your kid reads 10 books at Borders. Click HERE.

Free Movie Schedule for Manassas

2010-06-08T13:15:00.000-07:00

06/22/2010-06/23/2010	Charlotte's Web (G)
	Astro Boy (PG)
06/29/2010-06/30/2010	Doogal (G)
	Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs (PG)
07/06/2010-07/07/2010	Horton Hears A Who (G)
	Aliens In The Attic (PG)
07/13/2010-07/14/2010	Rugrats The Movie (G)
	Planet 51 (PG)
07/20/2010-07/21/2010	Pirates Who Don't Do Anything (G)
	Bandslam (PG)
07/27/2010-07/28/2010	Wallace and Gromit (G)
	Night At The Museum II (PG)
08/03/2010-08/04/2010	Tale of Despereaux (G)
	Alvin And The Chipmunks Squeakquel (PG)
08/10/2010-08/11/2010	Space Chimps (G)
	Hotel For Dogs (PG)
08/17/2010-08/18/2010	Muppets From Space (G)
	Monsters Vs. Aliens (PG)

Scriptures 4 Kids

2010-06-08T10:30:00.000-07:00

Scriptures 4 Kids is a great site where your kids can read the scriptures for themselves. You choose a reading level and they can go through and read or listen to highlights from The Book of Mormon and D&C, (Bible coming soon). There are also games and activities on the site. Cameron and Gavin have loved this!

Summer Camp

2010-06-05T19:07:00.000-07:00

Summer Camp

July 19-24

10AM-3PM

ages 4-10

Kids bring lunch each day

$80 (that's $3.20/hour!)

Activities, Games, Crafts, Book Reading, Picnics, Nature Walks, Snacks

reserve your spot with a $25 deposit

I need at least 10 kids to sign up. All deposits will be refunded if the camp isn't filled! Tell a friend or a neighbor and make a carpool.

Email me robyncandland@gmail.com or call 703-652-4276 with questions.

Here's what you missed during summer 2008!

Make a Smilebox photobook

Thrifty Site to Check

2010-04-26T07:28:00.001-07:00

For the freebie and great deal hounds out there, check this site regularly or subscribe on facebook!

http://cleverhousewife.com/

upcoming garage sales

2010-04-20T09:46:00.000-07:00

Here's the information for those that have recently asked:

April 24-- Braemar
May 1-- Piedmont and Parks at Piedmont

Happy bargain hunting!

Family Fun Magazine

2010-04-19T20:58:00.000-07:00

Amazon.com is offering Family Fun magazine for $5/year. That's 10 magazines! I love that magazine and have found lots of fun ideas and projects in it! I actually have looked forward to going to my dentist's office because it's always there. Now I'll have my very own more than twice a year!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002PXW0E4?ie=UTF8&tag=clevehouse-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002PXW0E4

Free National Parks Week!

2010-04-14T11:23:00.001-07:00

To make it easier to experience America's Great Outdoors, the National Park Service is waiving entrance fees, so visitors can enjoy all 392 national parks for free April 17-25.
In addition, many national park concessioners are offering special promotions that are certain to add to your fun.

Free Bowling for Kids

2010-04-10T13:54:00.000-07:00

It's back! You can register for 2 free games per day, per kid at the Centreville bowling alley. I think for Centreville it said it goes from mid April through mid September. You get emailed coupons each week. The first time I went last summer with my neighbor, they made us pay $3.50/kid to rent shoes and we thought it was a total rip-off. But I later found out that that was a mistake and the next time I went I think it was like $1/kid for the shoes. It starts getting pretty crowded especially towards the end of the summer, so start as soon as you can. Be a bowler!

http://www.kidsbowlfree.com/

FREE Cox Farms Egg Hunt

2010-03-23T19:01:00.000-07:00

Look here for more information, but sign up fast as space is limited.

Preschool at the Turner's Home

2010-03-18T20:38:00.000-07:00

After thoughtful consideration and the urging of others I have decided to go ahead and get my license to teach preschool at my house next year from 9:30 - 12:00 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This will be an actual structured preschool not just free time/playtime at the Turner's home. The age group will be geared toward Truman's age. The children must turn three years old before October 1, 2010. I am only going to accept four children into this learning group. The price will be $130 a month. Inclement weather days will always be rescheduled. Let me know if you are interested in joining our little group or if you know someone who may be interested.

I'm excited to start teaching again!

Huggies Diapers

2010-03-18T17:20:00.001-07:00

Huggies packs for .49 at KMart. Print the coupons and you're set!

http://mojosavings.com/2010/03/18/kmart-huggies-deal/

The Princess and The Frog deal

2010-03-12T17:54:00.000-08:00

I've been watching for a coupon for the Blu-ray combo pack and they finally released one. I've been picking up a lot of these Blu-ray Disney movies for super cheap with these coupons. They usually release them for just a few days before they release the movie. We do not have a Blu-ray player, but the combo packs come with a regular DVD as well.

The Princess and The Frog coupon

You can save even more if you combine the movie with rebates from frog tape or bandaids.
Check out how to get the other rebates here.

Classy Kids Consignment Sale

2010-02-12T18:43:00.000-08:00

The first Classy Kids Consignment sale will be held on March 10-14 at the Prince William County Fairgrounds. I have participated in the last two sales (both buying great items and selling items to make money to buy those aforementioned items) and have been very happy with the process.

Consignors make 60% and do not have to pay a consignment fee. Every item is entered into their online/barcode system, which makes it easy to track what you have sold. If anyone is interested in consigning items and has any questions just let me know. The last day to register as a consignor is March 3. If you choose to consign I would love it if you can reference me on your application form. :)

Also, Angie and I will both be consigning items at the next sale. If anyone is interested in looking through our items before we take them to CKC you may purchase them at 50% off what we will be asking at CKC.

For more information check out their website here.

Michaels craft

2010-02-12T13:17:00.000-08:00

If you are needing to get out of the house and need to run to the craft store before V-day, there is a little heart picture frame the kids can make at Michael's this Saturday.

Pei Wei Coupon

2010-01-27T16:43:00.000-08:00

Pei Wei will be giving out coupons for a new Vietnamese dish, Carmel Chicken this Friday if you come in and purchase an entree. More info here.

Free Subway Sub

2010-01-26T14:50:00.000-08:00

Visit this site and design your own sub so you can get a coupon for a free sub with purchase of a drink.

Freebies

2010-01-23T20:08:00.001-08:00

Check out these Freebies!

http://creatingkeepsakesblog.com/2010/01/11/weekly-warm-up-20-free-downloads-in-10-minutes-or-less/

Free Breakfast at Chick Fil A

2010-01-19T20:43:00.001-08:00

That's right kids! At least through January, free breakfast at Chick Fil A on Thursdays until 10:30AM! See ya in the drive thu line!

I think this promotion will go until February 25th. That is what the email from Fair Oaks Mall said.

Half Price at Newseum

2010-01-08T18:23:00.000-08:00

I've never been to the Newseum but I heard about this deal the other day.

Throughout the month of January – WTOP listeners only can get tickets to Washington’s interactive museum of news for HALF price. With historic headlines, moving images and powerful exhibits from the Berlin Wall to the Unabomber cabin, the Newseum transports you right to some of the biggest events in history. And this month, you can get all the news, for half the price. Just mention “WTOP” at the Newseum ticket desk or purchase tickets here!

General Admission

Adults (19 to 64)

$19.95 plus tax

Seniors (65+), military and students with valid ID
$17.95 plus tax

Youth (7 to 18)
$12.95 plus tax

Children (6 and younger)
Free

Free Redbox Code

2010-01-07T18:45:00.000-08:00

One free night rental:
RBX2NITE
RBXLUV10 (here's another one I got today--it is good through Jan 11.)

Yankee Candle Coupon $10 off $35 exp. 1/18

2010-01-05T12:02:00.000-08:00

This is for all you candle lovers out there! This $10 off $35 coupon is good on sale items. Happy sniffing, buying, and burning.

Jump N Jimmy's in Haymarket

2009-12-18T14:21:00.001-08:00

Did you know there is a Haymarket Sports Complex? It's right behind Pickle Bob's. You turn in right before Alibi Catering on 15.

My neighbors just opened Jump-N-Jimmy's bounce place. Check out their website for info, photos and hours. We've been there several times and it is really nice (and new). There is a parent area with a tv and wi-fi. It is unlimited bounce so you could stay all day if you're up for it. It's great to have a place like this without going all the way to Manassas!

Give it a whirl over Christmas vacation and tell your friends!

97.1

2009-12-05T18:13:00.000-08:00

Don't forget all month long the radio station 97.1 will be playing Christmas songs 24-7!

Christmas Fun In NoVA

2009-11-24T08:02:00.000-08:00

Here is a compilation of fun Christmas activities for families. There are so many fun things to do, the problem is just fitting them all in. My advice is to not try to do them all in one year, they will all be around next year too! Please add more things in the comments if I have forgotten something!

Manassas Christmas Parade ---first Saturday of December. A great parade. Dress warm!

National Christmas Tree at the White House ---we've never done this, but sounds like fun and very unique to our area.

Santa Train Departs from Manassas

Christmas Carol Performance Insiders know that you can see the very first performance on Thursday, Dec 3, at 8PM and it is "pay what you can."

Ice Skating in Old Town Manassas all winter

Tree Lighting at Virginia Gateway Center

Festival of Lights of Bull Run Park

Miracle of Lights at DC Temple---There are also two nightly performances by different groups all through December. We really like the live nativity in the parking lot.

Christmas at Hershey Park SO SO FUN! The price is only $12/person and you can get discount tickets at Giant or coupons at CVS stores (you have to stop at one of these stores in central PA, but there are several right on the highway as you're headed up there.)

Boyds Bear Country SUPER FUN! Check out the Christmas pictures on their site. It's a really fun activity and if you're going to make the 90 minute drive, I would definitely suggest doing the breakfast with Santa! Get your tickets for that asap because they all sell out.

Have fun this holiday season!

30% off at Gap, Banana, Old Navy, & Gap Outlet

2009-11-09T05:39:00.000-08:00

You're Invited...		You're one of our best customers, so we want to offer you 30% off during our Friends & Family event. Plus, you can invite others and designate a non-profit to receive 5% of the amount you and your Friends & Family spend.
Click here to pick your non-profit and invite your Friends & Family to save 30%

	In-store Barcode (For multiple uses)

Card Swap Nov 13

2009-11-05T14:41:00.001-08:00

If anyone is interested, Tami Lopez is starting a card swap. I think they are swapping Christmas tags for their first one. It's on thursday Nov 13 at 7pm, contact Tami at tami.lopez.26@gmail.com if you are interested in coming. I know Marsha will be there.
I can't make it because I'll still be out of town.

Baby Einstein DVD Returns for $15.99 each

2009-11-03T09:11:00.000-08:00

Ok, so my parents just told me about this deal and I'm bummed! Why? Because I just sold three of these DVD's at the consignment sale for only $3 each. Luckily I still have 4 of these DVDs at home, which is the limit that you can return for a refund anyway. I'm dropping mine in the mail today!

check it out here

2009-11-03T06:56:00.000-08:00

This event is at the Tyson's Corner store and at Potomac Mills.

Join in the LEGO^® Store Monthly Mini Model Build!
Visit your local LEGO Store on the first Tuesday of every month and you can learn how to build a cool mini model, and take it home – for free! Quantities are limited and offer is good while supplies last only. A new model will be available every month and will be specially themed to that month – ask a Store Associate for details! Models are not for sale and cannot be purchased. One free per child. Event is open to children ages 6 to 14 only. See store for more details.

Upcoming Mini Model Build:
LEGO Turkey: Tuesday, November 3, begins at 5:00pm until supplies last.

Peppermint Shakes

2009-11-02T15:54:00.000-08:00

Today was the first day that Chik-fil-A sold their Peppermint Milkshakes. It's a holiday treat they sell each year! Limited time. Chocolate and candy cane pieces in a pink peppermint ice cream, whipped cream and cherry on top. It's like heaven in a styrofoam cup. They're divine!

New Super WalMart

2009-10-19T11:11:00.000-07:00

I was at WalMart in Manassas today at they are getting ready to move to the new location at the Manassas Mall. They will be closing on Oct 28 at 2PM and opening at the mall at 3 PM. I overheard a worker telling a customer that they were going to be putting lots of things on sale towards the end of this week. They've already cleared out a lot of stuff. I have to say it was very pleasant walking down the isles that weren't crammed with stuff. So look out for the new and improved WalMart next week!

$1 Deals at Wendy's and McDonalds

2009-09-28T18:58:00.000-07:00

Stop by Wendy’s and get a Trick or Treat Gift Book from Wendy’s for just $1. Inside you’ll find 10 free Jr. Frosty coupons. The coupons are valid November 1 through February 1. Proceeds go to the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. Thanks, Money Saving Mama in Michigan!

Or, take your $1 to McDonald’s to get a Tricks & Treats Pack with 12 coupons for free items, including apple dippers, hamburgers, small ice cream cones and milk or juice. These coupons are valid November 1 through December 31.

Free Cold Stone 9-24

2009-09-23T14:14:00.001-07:00

Thursday: Free “Jack’s Creation” Ice Cream Sundae at Cold Stone Creamery

Posted: 23 Sep 2009 11:39 AM PDT

Don’t forget to visit Cold Stone Creamery tomorrow (9/24) between 5-8 p.m. for the 8th Annual World’s Largest Ice Cream Social. Make a donation to the Make-A-Wish Foundation and get a FREE “Jack’s Creation” Ice Cream Sundae featuring ice cream mixed with brownies and rainbow sprinkles, then topped with caramel.

Plane Tickets

2009-09-16T12:23:00.000-07:00

DisneyWorld anyone? I just got an email from travelzoo.com with this incredible airline sale. Dulles to Orlando for $129 ROUNDTRIP! Here's the link .

There are other discounted destinations also!

Last Week of Library coupons

2009-08-31T16:52:00.001-07:00

It is pick any two coupons at the library this week. Pretty good selection!

FHE Packets

2009-08-26T16:27:00.001-07:00

Hey y'all.
I'm doing another order for FHE packets from www.hatchpatchcreations.com
I've already emailed a lot of people, but I'm sure there's folks I missed.

I'm ordering SACRAMENT and JONAH and the WHALE this time around. But you can order whatever you want. They are $5 each precolored. ($3 each not colored)
Our family has really enjoyed them.

If you are interested, shoot me an email ASAP so I can see if I have enough people to get the group discount.

Thanks!
gina

Free at Arbys

2009-08-26T09:21:00.000-07:00

I know it's late notice but I just read this on a blog.

Today at Arbys you can get a free Beef N Cheddar with purchase of any soft drink. Check the link in case you need a coupon.

http://www.couponcravings.com/2009/08/wednesday-free-beef-n-cheddar-sandwich.html

Free at Chick Filet

2009-08-24T14:18:00.000-07:00

Free chicken sandwich at Chick Filet on Labor Day from 10:30 AM to close it you wear your favorite team logo!

http://www.chickenwave.com

IHOP

2009-08-18T17:38:00.000-07:00

Come hungry, leave happy! Especially when KIDS EAT FREE!

Every night from 4pm-10pm.

More info: http://www.ihop.com/index.php

Free Groceries from Kraft

2009-08-15T13:01:00.000-07:00

I wanted to make sure this really worked before I posted it so I checked it out yesterday--and it worked! Kraft and Shoppers are running a great deal for the next week. Check it out here.

The deal is is that you can only buy items from their "shopping list", which you can print from the site above. Make sure you follow the rules on the exact items and ounces for the rebate to be legit. Now I know a lot of this food is junk type food, but it's basically free so I wasn't complaining.

Here is what I did:

I printed off the shopping list from the website above

I noted items on the list that I already had coupons for before going to Shoppers

At Shoppers I found a gazillion more coupons to go along with the products (the coupons are located on the Kraft displays at the front of the store and back by the meat department)

Buy the items listed that total up to $25 dollars. Make sure that if you are using coupons that your final total, on the certain items, will still be $25. (I ended up using $21 in coupons and spent $28.12 after all of the coupons were deducted.)

Make sure you get your rebate slip from the cashier and the $5 Shoppers printout.

After paying I went and bought $5 more in groceries in order to use my Shoppers printout.

Fill out your rebate and drop it in the mail.

So here was my total:

I used $21 in coupons

I spent $28.12, out of pocket, on my first transaction

I spent .43 cents on my second transaction after using my $5 coupon

I will get a $20 rebate check back in the mail

So, in the very end, I will have ended up paying only $8.55 and the price of one stamp for all 24 items--not too bad for $54.55 worth of groceries (that's an 84% savings).

The bananas, 2 bags of carrots, and bread crumbs were my $5 purchases. I had 2 coupons that stated that if I bought Ritz crackers I got a box of Wheat Thins free. I also used $1 off each CPK coupons, $1 off 2 cream cheese coupons, and the other coupons I used were all from the displays in the store.

Happy shopping!

Gymboree and Crazy 8 Codes

2009-08-13T19:08:00.001-07:00

I was given these two Circle of Friends postcards at Gymboree the other day and I thought someone may find them useful. If anyone wants the actual Gymboree card to use in the store let me know and it's yours. There's no way I'll be using it during those dates. :)

August 20-23
30% off entire purchase (online or in store)
Gymboree
online promotion code: CFCIRCLE (free shipping on orders over $100)

August 20-23
25% off entire purchase
Crazy 8 (crazy8.com)
online promotion code: C8Friend or C8Family (free shipping on orders over $75)

Toddlin' Time Classes

2009-08-12T19:20:00.000-07:00

Toddlin' Time in Manassas has classes for kiddies 10 months-4 years old. I took Lauren to a few sessions when she was little and it's a really nice program and a really nice teacher. The sessions are 6 weeks and cost $50. I am going to go to their open house on Thursday, Sept 10 or Friday, Sept 11 and if I bring a friend, we both get a free class. Anyone want to go? I also found a coupon in an ad today for $6 off, so it could end up only costing around $36 for 6 weeks.

I want to sign up Ryan for the Monday class from 11-12. Here is the link to the schedule.

http://toddlintimeofmanassas.com/Schedule___Prices.html

New Library Movies

2009-08-12T05:42:00.001-07:00

The library now has 17 Again and The Soloist available to check out. Happy free renting.

Free Baby Furniture

2009-08-11T06:36:00.000-07:00

Carol Ferguson is giving away the Jenny Lind crib, high chair, and bassinet they have used for their grandchildren. Knowing Carol, I'm sure they are in excellent condition. She says that the color is a medium wood stain, lighter than cherry and darker than almond. Give her a call if you or someone you know could use these things! 703-753-7846

Library Coupons Aug 10

2009-08-10T13:07:00.000-07:00

Not good. Golden Corral free kid's meal with adult purchase and KC's (didn't even pick that one up).

Old Navy Sale

2009-08-05T08:03:00.000-07:00

Additional 50% off clearance at Old Navy. I think it ends tomorrow. At least the store in Fairfax did.
Good selection for girls, slim pickings for boys.
The sale happens twice a year in Jan and August. Good time to stock up for next summer!

library coupons

2009-08-04T11:45:00.000-07:00

This week it is a free topping at Pickle Bob's and BOGO free Auntie Anne's pretzel.

Thrills.

Crazy 8 coupon code

2009-07-31T11:21:00.001-07:00

I'm starting my school clothes shopping and thought you guys might be interested in $10 off a purchase of $30 or more at crazy8.com. the code os SUMMER and it is good until August 19. I really love the jeans they sell here and they are on sale right now for $11.99. Enjoy!

Edited to add: you can use this code more than once, so once you hit $30, checkout and continue shopping and for every $30 total, it will take off $10. Shipping is $5 each time so you really are getting free shipping and then $5 off your total.

Classy Kids Consignment Sale

2009-07-28T18:27:00.001-07:00

Classy Kids Consignment sale starts tomorrow at the fair grounds. I've always been able to find some pretty great stuff for cheap at these sales. Here's their website: http://classykidsconsigment.com

Good coupons at the library this week

2009-07-28T11:47:00.001-07:00

This week I picked up coupons to House of Bounce for a free enrty or $10 off the pass, and also one to Qdoba for a free kids meal. Not bad!

A few good Harris Teeter deals this week

2009-07-22T10:30:00.000-07:00

HT will double up to $1.98 this week and they are no longer sending mailers for $$$ off--bummer!!

Grande Tortilla Chips 2 for $5/ use the $1 off one/ 50 cents each

1 Liter Smart Water use the $1 off 2 /both bottles are free

Quaker Granola Bars 2 for $4/ use the $1 off 2/ $1 a box

Seventh Generation Baby Wipes $2.99/ use the $1 off one/ .99 cents each

Mayfield Ice Cream $1.99/ use the $1 off one/ free

Dawn Simple Pleasures Dish Soap $2.99 / use the $1.50 off one/ free

Hormel Compleats Meals (great for food storage)$2 / use the $1 off one / free

Athenos Hummus $2.69 / use the $1 off one peelies/ .69 cents

Wholly Salsa (located in the produce) $1.50/ use the $1 off one peelies/ free

Mars Candy Bars .95 cents/ use the $1 off 2/ both candy bars are free

Reach Dental Floss $1.79/ use the $1 off one/ free

library coupons

2009-07-22T02:41:00.001-07:00

Once again rather lame coupons (didn't even pick them up)...Ashton Restuarant and Potomac Baseball.

And this week is super double coupons at Harris Teeter (that means they double all coupons up to $1.99).

This Week's Library coupon

2009-07-14T15:04:00.000-07:00

...isn't so great. Discount off swim lessons and a free kids meal (with adult purchase) at the Great American Buffet.

Where is Qdoba and all the other good ones?!

1 Cent pictures

2009-07-11T10:30:00.000-07:00

Snapfish is running 50 prints for 50 pennies until July 13. You can use it 2 times. Use code PENNY when checking out. Print all those great 4th of July pictures now!

7-11

2009-07-10T05:58:00.001-07:00

Once again, tomorrow 7-11's birthday and the're giving out free small slurpee's!

10 cent Corn on the Cob at Target

2009-07-02T18:03:00.000-07:00

You can't beat 10 cent corn! Head to Target now and pick some ears up for that BBQ!

HT and Bloom Deals

2009-06-25T19:12:00.000-07:00

It's a bummer that they've retired the $20 off coupons. They told me they are only going to give out the $10 off $40 for a short while before they are going to end those as well. Stock up now you coupon using ladies!!!

Watch your HT ring up. Three of my 20 coupons did not double and I didn't check my receipt or watch carefully.

Here are a few freebies that I picked up at HT this week:

FREE: white albacore pouch tuna ($1.99) use the $1 coupon (which will double)
FREE: mini wheats cereal (on sale for $2) use the $1 coupon
FREE: pertplus shampoo (selected types on sale at 1/2 price) use the $1 coupon and/or the $1.50 coupon if your didn't use it for free shampoo last week
FREE: hot shot bug killer ( 1/2 price) use the $1.50 off coupon
FREE: philly cream cheese ($1.99) use the $1 off any Kraft dairy product coupon

I believe there are more freebies, but that's all I picked up on my first trip and I can't really remember . . .

Bloom Deals I took advantage of

FREE: yellow mustard (use the .50 coupon)
FREE: Sunny Delight Smoothies (use the .55 coupon) this should be free, but mine rang up at .17 cents! BUMMER. Check your receipt before leaving.
FREE: land o' lakes spreadable butter with canola oil (use the .50 or .55 coupon)
CHEAP: wet ones wipes (use the .75 coupon and they come to .24 cents or so)
CHEAP: Disney's Breyers yogurt (same as above)

This is all I can remember.

Couponers!

2009-06-25T13:00:00.000-07:00

Get yourself to Harris Teeter this week and/or Blooms for fantastic deals! Harris is doubling coupons up to $1.99...Love that (that is up to $3.98 off)! And Blooms is triple up to .99. If you don't use coupons, at least check out Harris' BOGO (buy one get one free) deals for the week:

Need Soda? Buy 2 fridge packs of pepsi and get 3 free!
Need Ice Cream? Buy 1 Blue Bunny half gallon get one free (and with a dollar double coupon it is only $1 each per).
Need Blueberries? Buy one get one free!
Need some Popcorn for movie night? Buy 2 Pop Secret and get 3 Free (with a coupon it gets even better).
Need to clean the toilet? Buy one lysol bowl cleaner get one free (and with $1 off coupon doubled it is like .17 cents for one).

It goes on and on!

Have fun not spending money!

Water Storage

2009-06-09T07:10:00.000-07:00

I was at Harris Teeter last night and noticed a great deal on Deer Park water. They have gallon sized barrels of water -buy 2 get 3 free! You pay $3 and get 5 of them. They stack and store beautifully. I think they are on sale until tomorrow.

Free Summer Movies

2009-06-04T11:09:00.000-07:00

Here is the list of the free movies showing at the Manassas Regal Theater at 10Am on Tuesdays and Wednesday during the summer. Here is a link to the website so you can check on other Regal theaters.

06/23/2009-06/24/2009	The Tale Of Despereaux (G)
	Igor (PG)
06/30/2009-07/01/2009	Space Chimps (G)
	Alvin And The Chipmunks (PG)
07/07/2009-07/08/2009	Curious George (G)
	Inkheart (PG)
07/14/2009-07/15/2009	Horton Hears A Who (G)
	Madagascar 2: Escape To Africa (PG)
07/21/2009-07/22/2009	Kit Kittredge: American Girl (G)
	Spiderwick Chronicles (PG)
07/28/2009-07/29/2009	Everyone's Hero (G)
	Kung Fu Panda (PG)
08/04/2009-08/05/2009	Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium (G)
	Star Wars: Clone Wars (PG)
08/11/2009-08/12/2009	Charlotte's Web (G)
	Barnyard (PG)
08/18/2009-08/19/2009	Pirates Who Don't Do Anything: Veggie Tale Movie (G)
	Monster House (PG)

Free Bowling all Summer

2009-06-03T12:49:00.001-07:00

Your kids can bowl two games per day for free all summer at the Centreville bowling alley.

https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/center.php?alley_id=5337

After you register your kids, you will also be offered a family pass for $23.95 that will allow up to 4 adults to also bowl twice each day with the kids. That's for the whole summer!

1/2 price yogurt

2009-06-02T10:56:00.001-07:00

Harris Teeter has 6 oz Dannon yogurts on sale for the rest of today for buy one get one free. Go stock up!

Old Navy Flip Flops

2009-05-21T14:27:00.000-07:00

This Saturday, Old Navy will have all of their solid color flip flops for $1.

For all you Oscar Mayer Hot Dog Lovers

2009-05-20T08:47:00.000-07:00

FREE Kraft Jumbo Beef Oscar Mayer Franks. Get there Here. This offer is good TODAY only and ends at midnight!

http://kraft.promotions.com/ombeeffranks/front.do

For all you P.F. Chang's Lovers

2009-05-20T08:45:00.000-07:00

To celebrate the chipping skills of PGA tour pro Briny Baird, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro will offer everyone in America a free order of the restaurant’s signature lettuce wraps with the purchase of an entrée.

http://www.pfchangs.com/briny/

The store paid ME!

2009-05-19T12:24:00.000-07:00

Ok, I've never taken pictures of my shopping excursions before, but I wanted to SHOW you that you CAN get things for free.

This past weekend I got all of the items in the two pictures for FREE.

Well, in all actuality, they paid ME $14.79 to take these items off their shelves. I didn't even pay tax. I made $14.79 to try these products.

I only took pictures of items that were free so unfortunately so can't see all of the things I got for pennies on the dollar. And I know that is a lot of cleaning products, but I picked them up for my mom and sisters as well.

You too can do it!

More Tripling at Shoppers

2009-05-14T12:17:00.000-07:00

Shoppers will be tripling coupons for the next 4 days. Unfortunately, they will not be doubling dollar coupons this time--I hope they are not doing away with this HUGE money saver. However, they will be tripling coupons up to 99 cents--this is a first for them. And you can use as many coupons as you want in one transaction whereas Bloom will only let you use 20. Happy saving!!

Grocery Deals

2009-05-13T19:16:00.001-07:00

I told heather I'd tell her when I saw triple or double coups, so this is mostly for her, but I thought I'd share with all:

Bloom Triple Coupons this weekend Fri/Sat/Sun

Check Gainesville Times for more 1.50 off 1 Kraft Dressing Coupons.

At Bloom Kraft Dressing 3/5= 1.67 each.
Plus coupon= .17 each.

Activities for Little Tots

2009-05-11T07:16:00.000-07:00

I saw this in the paper last week and thought I could make it to a few of these activities. They are every other Wednesday at Virginia Gateway (right across from Cold Stone) from 10:30-11:30 AM.

May 13.....Music by Miss Katie

May 27.....Rocknocerous

June 10.....Rainforests Alive

June 24....Mad Science

July 8.....Crooked Landing Duo

August 5.....Animal Ambassadors

August 19......Mr. Knick Knack

My Lastest Idea

2009-05-11T06:48:00.000-07:00

I might look a bit weird to the neighbors but that is nothing new...

My friend Lisa, across the street usually gives me her bag of coupons each week from her paper, but sometimes she forgets. This causes me a bit of angst when I am ready to clip and search for the latest and greatest.

I thought I would sign up for the Sunday paper but didn't really want to deal with it (I don't read it).

But today while on my Monday morning run (and of course looking for any garbage to sell), I noticed all of the recycling bins full of newspapers! It was then I decided to look for the blue plastic coupon bags from the paper. I didn't have to search for long, finding three within a mile (I refuse to rummage...I would look extra weird) just sitting right on top! I grabbed them and off I went to finish my run! My biceps were a bit sore after a while, but if you have a stroller and "Stroll" with a kid in the morning...free coupons!

Now I don't have to spend $4 a month on a paper I don't want. And I even have more coupons than I was planning!

Free KFC Grilled Chicken Meal

2009-05-05T17:56:00.000-07:00

Grab a coupon for a FREE 2 pc Kentucky Grilled Chicken Meal - no purchase necessary! Limit 1 offer per coupon, 1 coupon per person. Valid 5/5-5/19 only, excluding Mother's Day (5/10). You can print it out four times. For Free Chicken Click Here

New Radio Station

2009-04-29T14:43:00.001-07:00

Probably not many of you have the same taste in music as I do, but on the off chance that someone might, I just found a new radio station- FRESH FM 94.7. It's a lot like 107.3 if you like that and I have been listening to it for days and have really enjoyed it. It's mostly current pop stuff, but a few 80's and 90's thrown in. Don't laugh, but the radio in my kitchen gets few stations and I've had it set to 97.1 which was driving me crazy with all of the old disco music, but this station comes in clear in my kitchen as well. Set it on your dial!

Cute Swimsuits

2009-04-22T06:15:00.001-07:00

I just got a new swimsuit for the season. I bookmarked these pages a while ago and thought some of you might like them. They are modest swimsuits, meaning the takinis go down a bit farther which I like because then my chub doesn't show as much. Take a look if you are in the market for a new suit!

Hapari
Lime Ricki (jenswim09 is a code for 10% off) I got the Claire one

Parenting Books

2009-04-21T14:23:00.001-07:00

Anyone have any parenting book advice? It's high time I read one and implement it. We need to make some changes. Any advice I would appreciate!

Digital Photo Book Help Needed

2009-04-17T08:04:00.000-07:00

Ladies,
I want to compile my blog into a photo book. Has anyone found success in doing so? What companies do you or do you not recommend?

I'm also looking to make a few more regular digital photobooks. I have used both shutterfly and snapfish in the past and was much happier with shutterfly than snapfish. What companies, if any, have you used? Have you liked the finished product?

Thanks gals!
Brooke

Photo Prints at Costco

2009-04-13T08:11:00.000-07:00

Costco sent out a coupon book and in the photo department 4x6 prints are only 9 cents. I think the sale goes through the beginning of May.

Get those Easter pictures printed---and the Christmas ones too, if they still need to be printed!

A Generous Give Away for Deployed Troops

2009-04-07T16:36:00.000-07:00

A special mother’s day gift for mom’s of deployed troops.

Do you know someone who is deployed? Help spread the word about this awesome FREE program from Canvas On Demand.

We at Canvas On Demand want to show our deep appreciation for to our deployed service men and women and to the person that worries about them every day…their Mom. That’s why we are giving away 16x20 canvases, so the deployed troops can give them to their mom on Mother’s Day.

Read more about Operation Hi Mom.

Here’s where you come in. We need your help spreading the word. If you know someone who is deployed, please forward this newsletter. Thanks for helping to make this Mother’s Day special for our awesome military Moms.

Shoppers Double Coupons $1 coupon = $2 off

2009-04-03T08:46:00.000-07:00

Shoppers is doubling coupons until Sunday. Shoppers is the only store that will double $1 coupons taking $2 off. I only use my $1 coupons at Shoppers. There is no coupon limit. Last night my original total came to $100.02 and I ended up only paying $23.42 after coupons. Note: Watch each coupon go through. Shoppers registers are notorious for being ultra finicky.

Redboxcodes!

2009-04-02T13:29:00.000-07:00

Brooke was telling me last week about a site that posted codes for free redbox rentals on Mondays, so I did a search on Google for codes and came across www.redboxcodes.com. If you sign up for free they will email you a bunch of codes that work any day of the week. Below is the list they sent me. The catch is that not all the codes work depending on where you live and what store you're in and that is why each code has a percentage by it. We used this list last week and two out of the three I tried worked and we rented two videos for free. You can use each code once per credit card, and only one per transaction. I had to do two transactions back to back to get my two free movies, but I used the same card for both of those. I just printed the list out and keep it in my purse and check off the ones I use so I can keep track. Enjoy some free movies!

DVDONME - 88%
BREAKROOM - 92%
REDBOX - 70%
PMX7DM - 67%
CFFH3R - 67%
11KZHP4 - 67%
DGM314 - 67%
B65JMR - 100%
J5Q20D - 75%
DVD4ME - 67%
PK66H8 - 67%
Y72LR2 - 67%
WALMART - 74%
DVDATWAG - 67%
FLOR - 67%
JOSE - 67%
VANESSA - 67%
TARGET - 80%
JAZMIN - 67%
X4N19P - 67%
MONDAY FREE MOVIE - 100%
B7RS23 - 75%
S39XKT - 100%
DBBMFZ - 100%
DVDTHX4 - 67%
CC67M4 - 67%23
MJT7 - 75%
CASPIAN - 75%
J4DM7NT - 100%
BLN2W6 - 100%

Entertainment at Fair Oaks Mall

2009-04-02T13:13:00.000-07:00

SPRING BREAK ENTERTAINMENT FOR LI'L FOLKS NEXT WEEK!
Join us at Grand Court, April 6-10, for a fun-filled week of FREE children's entertainment! Two 45-minute shows at 11am and repeated at 12:15pm. Performances include magic shows, sing alongs, comedy acts and a special appearance by Scobby-Doo! Plus, Cold Stone Creamery will give ice cream samples at 1pm in Grand Court all week! Click HERE for a complete schedule. Sponsored by Cox Communications and Presented by PNC Bank.

50 Free Prints

2009-03-27T17:08:00.000-07:00

Shutterfly is running a special until March 30 where you can get 50 free 4x6 prints. Enter coupon code 50FREEPRINTS at checkout.

Sale at Crazy 8

2009-03-19T07:23:00.000-07:00

Crazy 8 is another off-shoot of Gymboree. Erika and I have both shopped there and their clothes are great quality and their shipping is always $5. Use coupon code C8Friend between Thursday, March 26-March 29 for 25% off your entire purchase. (I believe that's an extra 25% on sale items.)

It's worth a look!

Bevvy anyone?

2009-03-13T11:09:00.000-07:00

The Exxon-On the Run gas station in Gainesville has $1 fountain drinks (any size) and $1 slurpees (any size) throughout the month of March! Nothing like a 44oz diet coke to start your day!