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Great New Coupons & New Freebies

Tuesday, April 6th, 2010

It’s only 6 days into April, and I’ve already heard about lots of great new coupons and new freebies.  Some older deals are still going on, so I’m including some less-than-new coupons in this list as well (and, of course, if you haven’t seen them, they’re new to you!).

April-freebiesNew coupons:

Get $1 off any Jamba Juice All Fruit smoothie with this new coupon.  Good until April 10th.

Check out Nexcare’s new coupons for great savings on first aid products.

Save $1 on General Mills cereals (plus, check out the other great coupons from coupons.com).

Use coupon code GA13A4 to get a free movie rental at Blockbuster Express, until April 12th.

If you like magazines, you’ll love these great magazine deals at Amazon on favorites like SmartMoney, Redbook, O, and Esquire.

New freebies:

Get a free kids meal (for kids 12 and under) every day in April, with purchase of an adult entree at IHOP.

Get a free Chavrie goat cheese by joining the Love of Goat Cheese club (Don’t love it yet?  Take advantage of this freebie and see if Cupid’s arrow will strike you.).

Snag a free signature shower gel (a $10.50 value) from Bath & Body Works with a $10 purchase.  Good until April 18th.

Get 20 free 4×6 photo prints at Walgreens on April 7th only. Or, use this new coupon to get a free 8×10 print at Walgreens on April 9th (of course, if you’re like me, you’ll use both!).

Enjoy a free 20 oz. coffee at Holiday Station stores with this new printable coupon.

Get a free sample of Breathe Right strips (personally, I use them to stop my snoring, but are also great if you have a cold).

And here’s one for the road – next week is National Parks Week, and entrance to all 392 national parks is free.  Plan your trip today!

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This Weekend's Best Coupons & Free Stuff

Sunday, March 28th, 2010

Can you believe that this is the last weekend of March?  Where does time fly?!  That means that a full quarter of 2010 is (nearly) over, and that it’s time to file taxes again (groan).  But with the anticipation of determining how much money you owe, you can also figure out how much you can save by taking advantage of coupons and deals that are going on now.  Here are the best coupons I’ve found this weekend (and some great ways to snag free stuff). Check ‘em out!

couponsBest Coupons:

- 30% any single item at Old Navy.  Good until April 4.

- $1.50 off bedroom pillows at Target. While you’re there, see if you can enjoy the 20% off Circo bedding for another great deal.

- Buy 2, get 1 free Chobani Greek yogurt (you can print up to 3 coupons for extra savings).

- Save $2 on Renu contact lens solution.

- Buy 1, get 1 free Panini, sandwiches and wraps at Earthfare.

Free Stuff:

- Get  10 free personalized skin care samples from SEPHORA if you’re a Beauty Insider.  If not, sign up here to take advantage of this deal and others!

-Free Blockbuster Express Rental Codes:

G2U13B4 – Valid only on 3/31/10
GY131 – Valid through 3/31/10

- Buy One Get One Free Blockbuster Express Rental Codes:
NEWMOON – Valid through 3/28/10
GN13B4 – Valid through 3/29/10
555G13B -Valid through 3/31/10

- Get a free Special K protein meal bar (and a coupon!) here.

- Get a free 8 x 10 picture on canvas from the Canvas people (and get a $55 gift certificate too!).

- Get 50 free photo prints at See Here.

- New members get 50 free photo prints from Snapfish.

And finally…if you’re looking to snag a great travel deal, there are some pretty good sales going on this week (but you’d better act fast!):

Virgin America has coast to coast fares for only $129 each way, and closer flights are even cheaper.

Spirit Airlines is having fares starting at $9 each way…if you’re a member of their $9 club.  Good until tomorrow, so join now!

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Why Wait? Get Free Stuff Now!

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010

By now you know that I love to find great deals on everything that I pay for…but I also love getting stuff entirely free.  While I can’t get my entire gas bill for free (yet!), I delight in the ability to find free stuff and to use these items to replace things that I would otherwise purchase.  I sign up for all sorts of free food samples, for example, which saves me from needing to purchase other snacks. Sometimes, however, I just love to get free stuff just for the sake of getting free stuff.  For example, last week I ordered free pearl earrings for my niece.  It wasn’t her birthday or anything, but it was a deal that I couldn’t refuse.

brands Facebook is a great place to get free stuff online.  Many companies offer free giveaways for becoming a fan of their page, and sometimes they even offer occasional coupons or other deals for their fans.  Here are some great Facebook giveaways that are going on now. While you’re at it, become a fan of Billy.com on Facebook to get up-to-the-minute updates about great deals and freebies.

Hope you enjoy getting all this free stuff online!

Firstly, here are some that are good today (Saint Patrick’s Day, March 17) only:

  1. Become a fan of Baja Burritos and get a free burrito. The fan page lists full (easy) instructions listing how to get your free meal.
  2. Become a fan of Redbox movie rentals and get a free rental.
    And here are some Facebook giveaways that are ongoing (but may end at any time, so sign up now!):
  3. Become a fan of Ritz crackers on Facebook and get a free sample of Ritz Munchables Pretzel Crisps.
  4. Become a fan of Physicians Formula on Facebook and get a Buy One Get One Free coupon worth up to $19.99 on their entire makeup line.
  5. Become a fan of Nescafe and get 6 single serving samples.
  6. Become a fan of Vaska herbal detergent and get a free sample.  Unlike most giveaways, this is a two-step process. Become a fan and then sign up for the sample.
    There are also other free giveaways going on in March, so mark your calendars:
  7. Free cone day at Ben & Jerry’s is on March 23rd from 12-8pm.
  8. Target and Kodak are giving away free 5 x 5 ¾” photo books until March 21st. New members also get 50 free prints.  Use coupon code TGTFREEBOOK during checkout to get this free stuff online.
  9. Get a free sample of Lever 2000 soap.  This giveaway is offered by Costco, but Costco membership is not required.
  10. Playtex and Kotex are both offering free samples in March.  The Playtex sample comes with 3 tampons, while the Kotex sample comes with samples of 4 different products. Two Kotex samples can be ordered per household, so don’t hesitate to sign up for extra free stuff.

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Who Says a Cheap Dinner Can’t be Yummy?

Thursday, March 11th, 2010

Since I didn’t get around to posting any easy, cheap recipes last week (sorry!), I want to make it up to you by offering two cheap dinner ideas this week.  Since this is the season of temperamental weather, it’s hard to predict in advance if I’ll want a cold meal or a hot meal at night.  This of course, can throw a wrench in your menu planning.  But have no fear – I’m going to offer you both types of inexpensive recipes so that you can wing it while still adhering to your menu plan.

Tuna Burgers with Salad

Total cost: Under $10 for 4 people

Tuna Burgers:

2 cans of tuna

¼ – ½ cup of mayonnaise

1 cup plain or seasoned breadcrumbs

1 small minced onion

Salt, pepper garlic powder to taste

2 eggs

Mash up the tuna and add the rest of the ingredients.

Shape into patties.

Fry in 1 Tbsp. of oil until golden brown, flipping as needed.

Serve with buns or pita as desired.

Classic Salad:

½ – 1head iceberg lettuce

1 tomato

1 cucumber

Salad Dressing:

¼ cup mayonnaise

1/3 cup sugar

2 Tbsp white vinegar

2 cloves garlic minced, or 1 tsp. garlic powder

Mix together and pour over salad.

Save $1 on a StarKist Tuna Pouch – (print multiple copies and stock up now – good until 4/30/10)

And now, for a cold cheap dinner that is perfect on a hot spring or summer day:

cheap-dinnerVegetables and Cheese Sandwich:

Total Cost: Under $5 for 2 people

4 slices of your favorite bread or bagel

2 slices of Swiss or Gouda cheese

½ cucumber, sliced

½ tomato, sliced

2 leaves lettuce

2 tsp. chopped basil

Butter (optional)

Toast bread if desired.  Add butter if desired.  Layer cheese with vegetables, placing the tomato slices closest to the bread.

This sandwich may sound simple, but you’ll be surprised how the basil adds a nice flavor that complements the sharp taste of the cheese.  If you’re looking for inexpensive recipes that taste like expensive gourmet sandwiches, this one is a true winner!

Finish off your meal with Baskin Robbins ice cream – get a coupon by completing this quick survey for an extra-sweet deal.

Bon Appetite,

Billy

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Try These Birthday Clubs & Birthday Freebies for Kids!

Monday, January 25th, 2010

birthday_freebieEver wonder why kids love birthdays so much?  I’m guessing it’s for the same reason adults love birthdays- because of all the attention and gifts that they get.  But as a parent, children’s birthdays can be expensive and challenging, as the endless demands for gifts and parties increase exponentially each year.  The good news is that with the array of birthday freebies and birthday clubs that you can subscribe to for your children, you can defray the expense of birthday season while still enjoying lots of gifts and the spoiling of your children.  I may not be 5 years old anymore, but  I’m pretty sure that I can still tell which birthday freebies will be most popular with today’s kids.  Here are some of my faves:

  1. Toys “R” Us Geoffrey’s birthday club- for kids who love making a big to-do about their birthday, there is no better birthday club around!
  2. Baskin Robbins birthday club- free 2.5 oz. scoop of ice cream for your kids’ birthdays (or for yours!).
  3. Olan Mills- What better way to mark another year gone by than with birthday freebies from a fantastic photographer?  Your child can get a free portrait package during birthday season, and parents can enjoy additional savings on reprints.
  4. Denny’s- Why should your child have only a free dessert, when he or she can have a whole free entrée plus dessert?
  5. Bob Evans Restaurant- Need another excuse to party?  Enjoy birthday freebies at Bob Evans.
  6. Boston Market- Children get a free birthday meal, but their website is currently under construction.
  7. The Children’s Place- Get discounts on cute children’s clothing around their birthdays when you join the Children’s Place birthday club.

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Where to Get Free Stuff on Your Birthday

Monday, January 18th, 2010

My birthday is coming up, and even though it’s not until February, I’m already starting to feel the excitement (and the bittersweet recognition that I’m yet another year older).  And so, as I start to prepare for the big day, I’ve been thinking about how I can take advantage of my birthday to enjoy birthday freebies and other birthday giveaways.  Many birthday freebies aren’t things you can just show up for- you need to register in advance- and whether your birthday is next month or not for another year, there’s no harm in signing up for as many birthday giveaways as possible- then you can celebrate your birthday for weeks!

While there are hundreds of places to get free stuff on your birthday, here are some of my favorites- and I’d be thrilled to hear about some of yours too!

  1. Free entrée at Houlihan’s.

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  2. Get a free ice cream at Cold Stone Creamery (my absolute favorite!) if you join their birthday club.
  3. Friendly’s offers a free 3-scoop sundae for members of their birthday club.
  4. Benihana’s Japanese restaurant provides a $30 gift certificate to be used during the month of your birthday.
  5. Free dessert at the Hard Rock Café (who doesn’t love a free dessert?).
  6. If you have a registered gift card at Starbucks, you can get free stuff on your birthday- and by that, of course, I mean a cup of great coffee.
  7. Aveda gives away different birthday free stuff- within 28 days of your birthday.  Right now they’re giving away a sample of Carribean Therapy Body Crème.
  8. With Sephora’s Beauty Insider Club you get points for each purchase plus a gift for your birthday.
  9. Get a free meal for your birthday at Tony Roma’s (definitely try the ribs!).
  10. Free dinner up to $15 at Lone Star.

And, of course, while it’s always fun to get free stuff on your birthday, it’s also great to get free stuff on your kids’ birthdays- stay tuned for my next post that will offer 10 more ways to get free birthday stuff.

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Free iPod Drawings Begin January 11th

Sunday, January 10th, 2010

Since I just love free things, I figured I’d share the love with my Facebook fans. Starting January 11th, I’m giving away one free iPod every Monday. Become my fan and you’ll be entered automatically. Yes, it is that easy!

Win a FREE IPOD

Win a FREE IPOD

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