free jeans

I visited my favorite store the $100 store otherwise knows as Target last week. All the skinny jeans were $4.98. They had several colors and styles available in LOTS of sizes. This week there is a coupon on their website for $5 off women's denim. I don't claim to be a genius but I think that means free jeans (you have to pay tax though). Now if you can get out of the store without buying anything that is the real challenge...there are several other good coupons there, too and they have mobile coupons now, too which means no ink and paper to waste money on. That is a real deal :) Happy Shopping!

Functioning on a Friday

The wind and snow are blowing around outside making it difficult to see across the street even in town. As I opened the thermal drapes for a bit of light this morning and looked out I felt a twang of guilt for not driving the kiddos to school. At least the wind was at their back, I hope.

The week went by in a flash and somewhere in the flurry the girls have caught something. They have temperatures, gooey eyes and colorful snot. Their eyes are glazed over and they are sitting in the chair with a blanket watching George the monkey on PBS. This is not normal behavior for them. I have dug through the medicine cabinet and found some eye drops only a few months old. Hopefully it will do the trick and we will not have to brave the elements and visit the clinic.

It is cold in here today, I can feel the wind in my cold toes and fingers. Yesterday was a balmy 30 degrees and we only wore the liners of our winter coats when we went shopping.

For the last few nights we have been bothered by a mewing outside the patio door. It seems a kitten has found shelter under our deck steps. We moved them to put the siding on the house and they didn't fit back perfectly so there is a small space just about perfect for a kitty to squeeze through to wait out the cold and it certainly doesn't hurt that it is directly beneath my dryer vent where I am sure it feels a little like Florida :) The kids have taken quite a liking to him but I refuse to feed the poor creature and Maleah's allergies are flaring up so we need to find him a home. Besides the mewing is quite annoying at 3 am.

I have been whittling down my stash of yarn by crocheting yards and yards of funky scarves. I happen to love them. I may be crazy but it is fun and keeps me from stuffing my face with food. My wrists are a little sore but in the end I think the workouts are good for them :) Spent a good hour or two following a couple of other yarn hoarders around the thrift stores yesterday. They arrived promptly two minutes before me in three separate stores. I think it was a sign or something. I just don't know what to make of it.

Speaking of exercise, I have been consistent but I am just not seeing any new changes. I like my less fat more skin body but it still needs quite a bit of work. I have hit a plateau and I am getting bored. AND I have fallen off the healthy wagon concerning my meals as well which isn't helping things. So, this morning I am making whole wheat flax seed bread and plan to smother a warm piece with honey and butter to end the week on a high note, sigh. I guess I will have yogurt for lunch. I am thinking Boston Creme Pie or White Chocolate Strawberry. YUM.

Well my fingers are itching for yarn so happy Friday ya'll.

too many deals, not enough nap time :)

Good deals today, people. No, not good, GREAT!

Check the deals tab for the best but I have to share the top three because they are too good to pass up!


DEAL NUMBER ONE:
Kohl’s currently has some great clearance deals available, with items discounted up to 80%! Plus, you can use coupon code NEW8874 to get an additional 10% off the already reduced prices, I have a Kohl’s charge card so I used coupon code JULYPYD to save 15%! …AND shipping is ONLY $0.99 per item! BUT if you spend $50 or more, then use coupon code cpmnfs50 to score FREE shipping! You don’t need a Kohl’s chard card to use this coupon code and it’s stackable with the 10% off NEW8874!!!!!! CHECK OUT the LADIES workout gear clearance...tank tops for $4 before discount and running shorts for less than $8 before discount. I even got Ry a pair of Avia's for less than $25!!!! Go, hurry and if you use ebates it's 4% cash back. New to ebates? Sign up with this link and get $5 when you make your first purchase!!!

DEAL NUMBER TWO:
I just bought 6 pieces of jewelry from Torrid for 10.54! I used coupon code BTDM710 to get $10 off any order of $10 or more! To get this promo code to work, first go here and sign up for free to become a DivaStyle Rewards member. Then start shopping and when you checkout use the coupon code ( BTDM710)! Shipping is a flat rate of $8. Got a couple of gifts checked off my list with that one! AND don't forget to go through ebates!

DEAL NUMBER THREE:
JCPenney is offering up a new $10 off your purchase of $10 or more coupon code! Just go on over JCPENNEY.COM to shop online and then type in code TEN2YOU at checkout. Even sweeter, today ONLY, shoes ship FREE! I just got Maleah some Nike flip flops for less than $3 shipped to my house! AND don't forget to go through ebates for cash back on every purchase!

move over ebay

I just came across this online auction site.

shopgoodwill.com

It's addicting, non-profit, and like the bargain basement of the internet!!!

Enter at your own risk!

First Annual Montrose Community Craft Show and Flea Market

VENDORS WANTED FOR:

1st Annual Montrose Community Craft Show & Flea Market

Saturday, March 27, 2010

Legion Hall

10am-3pm

FEES:

$15.00 for table space, includes 1 8’ table and a central cashier so you don't need to man your table.
-your items will need to be clearly marked with your vendor number and price
-all set up and take down will be done by the vendor, we will maintain the tables throughout the day

$25.00 for a booth, includes an 8' x 10' area and 1 8' table, you are responsible for your own sales.

-Extra tables may be available, please let us know in advance

**We are asking each vendor to bring a pan of bars and/or a dozen cookies**

*Coffee will be on all day and is complimentary.

*Proceeds from Bake Sale items will be donated to a local charity (tba).

*Door prizes will be given away throughout the day.

*Lunch stand will be run by a local organization (tba).

If you are interested send me an email rani(dot)gordon(at)gmail(dot)com please include the following

Name:
Phone#:
Email address:
Address:
Business Name & Product:

Thanks!

Bands and Bows trunk sale, until the Spudfest

$1 clips

$4 headbands, corkers, and big barrettes

$3.50 items

Assorted fancy clips for $2

Headbands for $1.50

Clips are $1 a piece.

My sister dropped off her entire inventory of clips and barrettes, and threw a couple of head bands in there, too. Every thing is less than $5. I will show you anything you want, just stop by or give me a jingle and we can meet up. I have the boxes in the burb' so, if you see me out and about and you feel like shopping, you can! These pretties are priced to move, first come first serve.

Remember, if your favorite color isn't here she can also create anything you want. Custom orders can be here by the Spudfest, Saturday August 22nd.

I would like to introduce you to my new friend, Alice.

This is a brand new, this month, website. Her name is Alice.com. Seriously, I think they have been listening to my thoughts because it is exactly what I need. Get this - a free shipping service for non-perishables, cleaning supplies, toothpaste, diapers, coffee and toilet paper. That's not all, folks. They use coupons, COUPONS! They find them for you and honor them. I am not kidding. In my first order I used $30 worth of coupons. I got the same price or better that I would pay at Walmart or Target. Unbelievable! I may never print another stinking coupon again. I already have another order in. I can get 40 Pampers for less than $10. That is an amazing deal. AMAZING. Did I mention the free shipping? Enough already. Go check it out. Buy some razors, buy some eight o'clock coffee, buy some toilet bowl cleaner. You will be happy you did. Use my referral link or click on the button in the sidebar. Right now if you spend $50 you can get a $10 credit in your account for your next order. Stock up, people, fill the pantry! Did I mention the FREE SHIPPING?

http://www.alice.com/referral/7127853

70% off Sterling Silver Jewelry at Amazon

http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html?ie=UTF8&ref%5F=xs%5Fgb%5Fbd%5FD9D%21UgIAall-&tag=slickdeals&docId=1000391771

This is some really nice sterling silver jewelry. Think gifts!

Price is adjusted when you check out. Some pieces are as low as $8! WOW

Happy Shopping!

Shopping online? Remember this...

If you do any shopping online I hope you do a google search for coupon codes and promotional codes. It's just a good idea, sometimes you can get free shipping or a percentage off your purchase.

I also wanted to remind you all about Ebates.com, a shopping site that gives you up to 26% Cash Back every time you shop online. You can shop at over 1000 stores including Avon.com, Barnes & Noble.com, Gap, Target, Buy.com and Expedia. Plus you get additional savings with exclusive coupons, free shipping offers, and limited-time sales!

Sign up with Ebates today and we'll each get a $5 bonus when you make your first purchase!

Right now I have a little over $12 in my account. They will send me a check every 3 months with whatever I have, over $5, or you can have it automatically deposited in your pay pal account or if you are feeling generous - donate your cash back to your favorite charity. What are you waiting for? Sign up and make a purchase.

I just bought my hubby these cool recycled shoes for father's day. I paid less than $10 and got 4% back for buying them! I love the soles, they are made from recycled tires!

Click here to sign up:

http://www.ebates.com/rf.do?referrerid=FYmE13mwYunRyWlEWraYLQ%3D%3D

Happy shopping!

SCORE!

Man, I scored this weekend.

I sold over $100 of stuff at the garage sale so I bought daddy a couple of really cool father's day gifts.

Wanna see what he got?

Check it out, here!

You know I got him the pink one, don't you? Don't tell him, it's a surprise.

Ebates and YouData

I am a sucker. I pretty much sign up for anything that says free. I have made a few mistakes over the years. It took me awhile to figure out that I should have an email just for sign ups because some bring a lot of spam to my inbox.

But, sometimes, things work out and they are no trouble at all AND it's like getting paid to shop.

Maybe you haven't heard of these two yet. I hope you sign up for them and use them. I get checks in the mail once a month or more frequently. Research them more if you want so you can see for yourself whether it's worth signing up. But if you do sign up, please use my link, 'cuz that's a little extra for me, too. Both of these I have used for sometime now and I know they work. I couldn't live with myself if I was giving my friends and family a bunch of scam.

Ebates is a shopping site that gives you up to 26% Cash Back every time you shop online. You can shop at over 1000 stores including Barnes & Noble.com, Gap, Target, Buy.com and Expedia. Plus you get additional savings with exclusive coupons, free shipping offers, and limited-time sales! I buy my Avon from this site and they credit my account every time I buy face wash and bubble bath! Sign up with Ebates today and we'll each get a $5 bonus when you make your first purchase!

Click here to sign up for Ebates: Ebates

The next company I would like to tell you about is YouData (youdata.com). They are trying to convince consumers like us that we should be the ones controlling our own data and selling our own attention, not third parties like broadcasters, newspapers, and spammers. By creating a MeFile at YouData.com, I now control what ads I see and when I see them. Best part - I am selling my attention directly to interested advertisers, for real money. That's right, I get paid for giving them my attention. I can use the funds to buy music and video online, donate to charities, give to my favorite blogs and websites, or keep the change myself and do whatever I want with it. It's real. They pay. You should check it out.

The first time I used YouData I made like five or six dollars. They just send it to my PayPal account. I click on the ads every other day or so and then I get paid. It's that easy. This week I forgot to do it often so I only made 60 cents. But hey, it's 60 cents I didn't have before. They pay me on Friday afternoon, like clockwork.

Click this link to sign up. My MeFile ID in the "Referral Code" will tell them I sent you. YouData


Happy clicking:)

Too good not to share...

I had to share a couple of deals. These are too good to pass up.

Walgreens is giving away a FREE 8x10 Photo Enlargement on Wednesday, May 6th. All you'll need to do is click here and upload your photo. Then just type in coupon code MOTHER when checking out. If you are able to pick it up yourself then just choose in-store pick up to make this photo enlargement completely FREE!

Do you coupon? My sister does, big and bad. The fever has spread to me just a little bit. I only buy items that I need and will use. I use diapers and this week K-mart is doubling coupons up to $2. That means if you have a $2 coupon they will double it to $4! Wahoo! I have several $1 and $2 coupons for diapers and wipes and some hair products that I will be using this week. It starts tomorrow and only lasts until Saturday, so get clipping! The Sioux Falls stores limit your coupons to 25 so don't get too happy! Or if you are really in the mood to get free products or $4 off diapers you can visit both stores in Sioux Falls and use 25 coupons per store. Thanks to my sister Jo and Hip2save.com for this helpful information! If you are not from Sioux Falls or the surrounding areas, check your weekly circular to see if your K-mart is doubling coupons or go to Kmart.com

and type in your zipcode to find the circular for your neck of the woods.
I am getting my huggies for $6 a pack and free shampoo and body wash with my coupons!

Happy Shopping!

Photos, anyone?

7 Cent 4x6 prints w/code: C7CENTS9 exp. 2/12
50% off posters and enlargements w/code: SAVEBIG9 exp. 2/25
http://www.mommysavers.com/deals/clark_color.htm

*great deal for those enlargements, Carey!

**thanks to mommysavers.com for the deals

Because the price of gas dropped, that's why!

So I had another dr. appointment today. We are measuring at 39 weeks. Ultrasound next week to help the doc decide when to induce.

My dh sent me to get gas at a station he saw that had cheap gas so I did. Right next door was a Goodwill. I had a bit of time so I stopped, and got these......Boutique style tweed purses with tags and plastic still on them, the prices said $35 and $22. I paid two bucks a piece. Yippee! I also got some baby names books,2 pairs of Sketchers dress shoes for ds, brand new slippers for dd, a pumpkin costume for the new baby, and adorable little white flexible shoes for dd#2. All for less than $20.

They had tons of purses if you like 'em...hope you get there before my mom does:)

P. S. Is it Thursday already? Sheesh!

Woo Hoo!

I ordered me a cookbook, I know your jealous...


But you, too, can get $5 off any purchase (that's off EVERY item you order) from borders.com if you use this code; BR41925.

Happy Reading and Shopping!

I've worn them and you've noticed...

Well, now you can buy your own.

Introducing FLATWEAR.

You can buy it here!

I love it. I think you will, too.

Get 50 photos developed for a penny (plus s&h)

Okay, not much time left for this one, it expires tomorrow. BUT, you need to upload some photos to Snapfish.com. Heck upload one photo and make 50 copies of it for Christmas cards. The coupon code is JUL4PENNY08. My total, with shipping and handling came to $4.18. Happy photo uploading. HURRY!

***UPDATE - the sale has been extended until the 15th! Happy photos:)

The BANDS AND BOWS Blog is up and running...

Check out my sister's new biz HERE!

I must say her models are completely adorable...but I may be a bit biased :)

This is what I call recycling...

Women's Ryley

Style:6055 Was:$70.00 Now:$14.99

from the TEVA site...
On our quest to reduce the amount of waste from landfills, we’ve found the Ryley. Made from post consumer recycled materials, these kicks are ready for a second chance. Ready to recycle?

Teva Clearance is going on right now. Spend $50 or more and get $10 off and free shipping using code TEVAAdventure08

I want to get the matching men's for dh!

a very WordFULL Wednesday

My sister has started a new business. We spent months on the phone with each other discussing her options, the name of her new gig and LOTS of other very important :) things...

Anywho, she dove in and she is making bows. TONS of gorgeous little hair bows, headbands, hats and ponies for girls and (well, if you have a boy like mine) boys, too. They are so adorable I have already spent a fortune on them. Here are some cute photos of my kids and nieces wearing them. If you are interested in seeing more you can get a hold of Jo at josie@bandsandbows.com. Warning. This stuff is addicting. Her website isn't up and running yet, but as soon as it is I will post a link.