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Vitacost Credit | Save $10 Off Your First Purchase, Refer Friends for More!

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March 6, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Free, Hot Deals, Online Shopping

If you are in to Gluteen Free, Paleo Diets, Eating Healthy, Organic Items, Vitamins, Your Health and more, be sure to check out Vitacost! Vitacost is an online store that sells over well over gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and low glycemic items!

I have frequented and shopped on this site for a number of years – in fact you can see a display of many of my purchases above! There are a FEW reasons I like this site…

1.) It is healthy, natural, and provides what your Whole Foods Store would – with more stock.

2.) You can get $10 off $30 off your first purchase.

3.) Get FREE Shipping when you spend $49, or buy all Vitacost Brand items and get FREE Shipping when you spend $25.

4.) Refer friends and get another $10 credit when they spend $30! They also get $10 toward their $30 purchase since you referred them!

One of the items I buy in bulk from Vitacost are the Annie Chun’s Roasted Seaweed Snacks (In my opinion, DO NOT GET Wasabi – HOT HOT HOT) My kids are obsessed with these snacks. They regularly go in their lunch. In fact, they beg me for them and I have to hide them. We are no “health nut” home, though we are moving toward that direction, but these really are a nice snack. I equate them to chips, but MUCH better for you!

As a reminder, you get $10 off $30 by going through a referral (my Link is in the site each time you see Vitacost.)

1.) Click on Vitacost to click over to the site

2.) Click on “Unlock Your Offer” button and create a new account.

3.) After creating your account, check your email address for your unique $10 Code!

1.) Share with a friend and get $10 credit when they spend $30. Also, they get $10 off $30 as I gave you!

2.) Get FREE shipping when you spend $49 otherwise pay $4.99 OR

3.) You can also get FREE shipping when you spend $25 (after your $10 off code) if you shop Vitacost items (vitamins, snacks, and more!)

Be sure to add 2 FREE samples to your cart during checkout at no cost to you!

Head to Vitacost to get yours.

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The Ultimate List of Whole30 Recipes for Beginners

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May 15, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

The Ultimate List of Whole30 Recipes for Beginners on Frugal Coupon Living. Clean and detox in 30 days eating meat, seafood, vegetables, nuts and more! These delicious and easy Whole30 recipes will make eating clean a breeze for you and your family.

The Ultimate List of Whole30 Recipes for Beginners

This is NOT a diet! Whole30 is a 30-day lifestyle change, or body reset, with no deprivation or starvation. Whole30 incorporates meat, seafood, eggs, tons of vegetables, fruit, and plenty of good fats from fruits, oils, nuts and seeds. The focus is natural and unprocessed – think the outer aisles of the grocery store. You are not limited on calorie intake as long as you are staying in the guidelines of the Whole30 program. The program focuses on eliminating dairy, added sugar (sugar from fruits is fine), grains, MSG, carrageenan, and sulfites — all the stuff that’s not adding to your overall health.

Whole30 is all about cleaning and detoxing your body. This helps prevent cravings and resets your body to in’s natural health. I suggest eating organically when buying to rid your body of unwanted chemicals and pesticides and to clean the gut. Try Whole30 for 30 days. After, you can consider adding items back into your diet and see how they affect you. Reintroduce dairy, caffeine, sugar, and gluten one by one — you’ll be tuned into how they affect your body. My suggestion is to try to hold on to this diet longer than 30 days. You will be impressed by the stamina you have and how well you feel while on it.

What makes Whole30 different?

Unlike many diets that have come and gone over the years, Whole30 is different because weight loss isn’t the goal — healthy eating is. Restrictive diets only lead to yo-yoing weight and starving your body of what it needs. With Whole30, you’re not even allowed to step on the scale and counting calories is a huge no-no! For active, busy moms like myself, Whole30 is a fantastic way to get and stay healthy.

What are the best Whole30 recipes for beginners?

This ultimate list is the best place to start if you’re looking for easy Whole30 recipes to last you 30 days. I promise you’ll find some amazing, delicious eats. They’re so good, you won’t even realize you’re doing a detox!

Foolproof Salmon Baked with Olive Oil & Herbs | The Kitchn. I think I could eat this entire plate!

Paleo Creamy Potato Leek Soup | Jay’s Baking Me Crazy. This soup looks so warm and inviting. Perfect for those chilly days when you need a cozy meal.

Butternut Squash Noodle Hash | Hold the Grain. This skillet dish looks so beautiful, and I love that it’s served in the same dish you cook it in.

Magic Lemon Broccoli (leave off cheese) | Recipe Tin Eats. When broccoli is seasoned perfectly, I can’t stop eating it! Even the kids would love this one.

Easy Turkey Meatballs | Fashionable Foods. This would be great alone or with some spaghetti squash!

Roasted Carrot Hash Recipe with Ground Beef and Bacon | Paleo Running Momma. We tried something similar while sampling Whole30 recipes and it was a hit. Everyone cleaned up their plate.

Cauliflower Fried Rice | Little Bits of…. My kids had no idea this was cauliflower. They truly loved it. Consider adding some Liquid Aminos as a substitute for soy sauce.

Curried Cauliflower Rice Kale Soup | Cotter Crunch. Curry anything and I am in. This dish looks delish. Add as much kale as you want — the greener, the better!

Buffalo Chicken Dip | Life in the Green House. Yes, you can have comfort food like good ole’ buffalo chicken dip on a Whole30 Diet! With a few simple swaps, this crowd-pleasing dish becomes Whole30 approved.

Roasted Tomatoes and Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles | Recipe Runner. You can find a squash noodle maker on Amazon. Zucchini noodles are surprisingly satisfying and a fantastic low-carb swap for regular spaghetti.

Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Red Pepper and Corn | The Kitchn. On Whole30, you will learn to love Brussels sprouts, I promise! If you’re used to roasted Brussels sprouts, try this sautéed version with the colorful additions of red pepper and corn.

One Pot Lemon Chicken and Asparagus | Sweet Cs Designs. This easy one-pot meal is a winner. Chicken with a zesty lemon flavor is always a hit in my house!

Avocado + Dijon Turkey Burgers | My Healthyish Life. Creamy avocado and dijon make these burgers as tasty as they are healthy.

Chicken and Broccoli | Jay’s Baking Me Crazy. Again, you can find a squash noodle maker on Amazon. It’ll become your best friend for all the times you’re craving noodles on Whole30!

Chicken Lettuce Wraps | One Lovely Life. Lettuce wraps are a favorite in my family. We’d make these even if we weren’t looking for Whole30 recipes! Romaine or butter lettuce are the best choices for wraps.

Baked Garlic Green Beans | My Kitchen Craze. Okay, YUM! These green beans look amazing.

Orange Chicken | Food Faith Fitness. Yes, you can totally enjoy orange chicken on Whole30. Pair with cauliflower rice and some Liquid Aminos.

Homemade Chicken Sausage with Spinach and Onions | Paleo Running Momma. This looks like such a hearty breakfast. It would be great for breakfast for dinner, too!

Mexican Cauliflower Rice | The Pinning Mama. You are going to love this one. To make your own cauliflower rice, you’ll need a good food processor to do the hard work for you.

Breakfast Casserole (for those struggling on Whole30) | Crazy Together. Another casserole I bet you will make for more than breakfast!

Looking for more healthy twists on your family’s favorite eats? Check out these Air Fryer Recipes for Beginners. Pin to Pinterest.

Here’s more for you health-conscious readers. Take a look at our Weight Watchers Recipes and Their Point Values. Pin to Pinterest.

Some of these Healthy Smoothies would fit in great with these Whole30 recipes! Pin to Pinterest.

Enjoy these Natural Clean Eating Paleo Recipes. Pin to Pinterest.

Another healthy ultimate list! Don’t forget our Ultimate List of Energy Balls & Bites for Health Conscious Adults. Pin to Pinterest.

Easter Nutter Butter Chicks

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January 22, 2018 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Easter, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Easter Nutter Butter Chicks

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This Easter Food Craft is a perfect idea for the kids this Easter Season. I love that they have five simple ingredients! They would be a sweet addition to a child’s lunch or use as an after school snack idea for Easter.

Ingredients:

Yellow candy melts
Miniature brown M&M’s (we also suggest Wilton Candy Eyes)
Orange Starburst
Yellow sugar sprinkles
Nutter Butters

Directions:

Heat your candy melts in microwave safe dish for 3-4 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until melted.
Dunk your cookies into the melted candy and place onto a piece of parchment paper.
Sprinkle your sugar sprinkles onto your candy coated cookies.
Carefully press two brown miniature M&Ms on to the front top of each cookie.
Roll out your orange Starburst, cut out small triangles, and place the triangles below the eyes for beak.
Let your cookies harden for about 30 minutes and enjoy.

Easter Nutter Butter Chicks

Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

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Ingredients

Yellow candy melts
Miniature brown M&M’s
Orange Starburst
Yellow sugar sprinkles

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Instructions

Heat your candy melts in microwave safe dish for 3-4 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until melted.
Dunk your cookies into the melted candy and place onto a piece of parchment paper.
Sprinkle your sugar sprinkles onto your candy coated cookies.
Carefully press two brown miniature M&Ms on to the front top of each cookie.
Roll out your orange Starburst, cut out small triangles, and place the triangles below the eyes for beak.
Let your cookies harden for about 30 minutes and enjoy.

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Take a look at these other Easter Food Craft Ideas for Kids. Pin to Pinterest.

Also take a look at these other recipes!

Hard-Anodized 7.5-Qt. Dutch Oven $19.99 from $100

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March 3, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Black Friday, Black Friday & Cyber Monday, Cyber Monday, Online Shopping

Wow, another great kitchen sale from Macy’s

Pick up the Belgique 7.5-Quart Dutch Oven for only $19.99 from $100!

The big time. With this hard-anodized, nonstick dutch oven in your kitchen, you can invite friends & family over without thinking twice. The large capacity aluminum pot heats quickly & evenly, making it easier than ever to whip up tender & flavorful meals for the masses.

Only at Macy’s
Hard-anodized aluminum construction for quick & even heating
Larger lid handle for a confident grip
Riveted handle for stability & strength
Nonstick interior helps to promote low-fat cooking
Bell-shaped design maximizes heat & moisture circulation
Tempered glass lid for easy monitoring without releasing heat or moisture
Hand wash only
Limited lifetime warranty

Shop and buy for $34.99. Submit your $15 Mail-in Rebate to get it for $19.99. Choose FREE in-store pick up (if available) to save on expensive shipping costs.

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Frugal Fashion Friday What to Wear to a Spring Wedding

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March 3, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Amazon, Easter, Facebook, Fashion, Frugal Fashion, Frugal Fashion Friday, Instagram, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Social Media, Spring, Summer

What to Wear to a Spring Wedding

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It’s another Frugal Fashion Friday Outfit. The weather is getting warmer (okay, well we can all pretend) and spring weddings are upon us. Right now, the cut off shoulder look is in. We love the ruffles, paired with this trending style, in this maxi dress. How adorable is that print for a spring wedding. Wear with some thin strappy shoes to keep the focus on the dress and not the feet. A little floral scent and and some nude accents and you are all ready to sing “hear comes the bride!” Don’t forget the hankey!

Frugal Fashion Friday What to Wear to a Spring Wedding

Copper St Blinded By Love Maxi Dress

Nude Thin Strap Stiletto

Tory Burch Foldover Crossbody Bag in Light Oak

Givenchy Double Drop Crystal Earrings in Rose Gold

Floral Handkerchief

Maybelline New York Color Sensational The Buffs Lip Color in Bare All

Marc Jacobs Daisy Perfume

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Frugal Fashion Friday Outfits

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Bibles for Kids

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March 2, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Amazon, Online Shopping

When I was younger, I don’t remember bibles being as resourceful as they are today for kids. My girls have the Faithgirrlz! Bible and Adventure Bible and they love them. They actually enjoy reading the word and have grown so much in their faith and knowledge. Below are some of my favorite bibles on the web.

Adventure Bible, NIV Hardcover in Full Color $19.71

Ready for Adventure? Embark on a fun, exciting journey through God’s Word with the NIV Adventure Bible—now in full color throughout! Along the way you’ll meet all types of people, see all sorts of places, and learn all kinds of things about the Bible. Most importantly you’ll grow closer in your relationship with God.

Boys Bible, NIV Hardcover $14.31

Grow into the young man God wants you to be Dig deep into God’s Word and learn amazing new facts, discover inspiring people and stories, and uncover all kinds of stuff that you never ever imagined was in the Bible. Helpful, fun, and often downright astonishing, the NIV Boys Bible features unique and meaningful content.

Faithgirlz! Bible: Revised Edition, NIV Hardcover $16.39

Every girl wants to know she’s totally unique and special. This Bible says that with Faithgirlz! sparkle. Through the many in-text features found only in the Faithgirlz! Bible, girls will grow closer to God as they discover the journey of a lifetime.

Day by Day Kid’s Bible: The Bible for Young Readers (Tyndale Kids) Hardcover $14.39

Popular children’s author Karyn Henley, author of The Beginner’s Bible, has created a unique tool to help children establish Bible-reading habits for a lifetime―with an investment of just seven minutes per day.

My First Hands-On Bible Hardcover $12.14

My First Hands-On Bible is the preschooler version of the popular Hands-On Bible, which has sold over a half million copies. Jesus taught with hands-on lessons and illustrations; My First Hands-On Bible uses the same experience-based learning to communicate God’s Word in an active, understandable way. My First Hands-On Bible is a fun and simple yet meaningful way to engage preschool, pre-K, and K children (ages 3-6) with the Bible while helping them build a solid faith foundation. Each lesson focuses on a specific Bible point through a variety of activities in order to reinforce and help young children remember the stories and lessons. Using common household items, you can help your children have a “hands-on” learning experience while engaging them in 85 key stories from the Bible.

Girls Life Application Study Bible NLT (Kid’s Life Application Bible) $9.30

An edition of God’s Word created for girls ages 11 and up, based on the best-selling Life Application Study Bible. Packed full of notes and features, the Girls Life Application Study Bible is easy to use and helps answer some of the questions preteen girls have about God and life. Discovering God’s will for their lives has never been this much fun!

Adventure Bible for Early Readers, NIrV Imitation Leather in Blue, Full Color $26.57

The Adventure Bible® for Early Readers takes you on a fun, exciting journey through God’s Word. Along the way you’ll meet all types of people, see all sorts of places, and learn all kinds of things about the Bible. Most importantly, you’ll grow closer in your relationship with God.

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Stitch Fix 101 (Now for Men Too)!

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March 1, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Social Media

Stitch Fix 101

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My life is busy with 3 little ones. I don’t have the luxury of dropping everything to go shopping. In fact, since having my last little one, my wardrobe has really suffered.

That is where Stitch Fix comes in….

Settle down everyone. I know there are some major Stitch Fix lovers out there. I mean, what’s not to love about it? Thousands of people are using Stitch Fix to get their fashion fix, without even having to leave their home.

Step One

The first step to enjoying Stitch Fix in your home is to get started with a personal style quiz. It’s nice to know what kind of style you have, so Stitch Fix can send you stuff you will love. In addition to sharing your style over their style quiz, you also can pin favorites to an open (public) Pinterest board. Your stylist can look at this board to see what you like. Provide the link to that board in the notes during checkout.

Step Two

Request a delivery. Get five personalized pieces in the mail. The pieces that are sent to you are handpicked. They are designed to fit your style, budget, and you!

Step Three

My favorite part of Stitch Fix is that you get to keep what you want and send the rest back. In other words, you only pay for what you keep. And you don’t have to leave your house to shop. If you like nothing, pack it up and ship it back!

What are the prices like?

There is a $20 styling fee, but you can also apply that # towards your final order. When you love everything they have sent you, you get a 25% discount on all of the items. When you first fill out the styling quiz, your spending preference is asked. Your stylist will pick out clothing pieces per your budget.

What are the clothing and accessories like?

Stitch Fix is right on the money when it comes to having the best clothes and accessories available. They partner with brands that you love and those brands develop items specifically for Stitch Fix. I have also noticed that there are high quality items, with no mark up! There are all sorts of styles, sizes, and colors.

What about Stitch Fix for men?

Alright guys, get excited because Stitch Fix is here for you too. Now you no longer have to be jealous of your woman. The same principles apply to the men version of Stitch Fix, only you get awesome brands you love sent right to your front door.

Hand selected, versatile, saves time, and it’s the perfect solution. I love that Stitch Fix is for both men and women! Singles, married couples, and everyone in between can enjoy a Fix every month.

No time to shop? No problem! Shop with Stitch Fix!

Devotional Workbooks for Kids

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February 28, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Amazon, Online Shopping

My girls read at night in bed. We love this because it has given them a passion for books. Recently, we included in their night time reading, a devotional workbook (I’m a Christian, Now What?) and it has been the best present we have ever given them.

I’m a Christian, Now What? $6.99

I’m a Christian, Now What? helps kids learn how to locate Scriptures and grow in their relationship with God. Designed especially for new Christians in first through sixth grades and their parents; Kids ministry leaders and volunteers. This journal provides kids with 90 days of quiet-time guidance and includes topic-related articles, games, and activities, plus a parent/child commitment page.

I’m a Christian, Now What? Volume 2: The Life of Jesus $4.99

I’m a Christian, Now What? Volume 2: The Life of Jesus provides kids with 90 days of devotional guidance and includes topic-related articles, games, and activities, plus a parent-child commitment page. Kids will learn how to locate Scriptures and how to grow in their relationship with God. A must for new Christians! Volume 2 will focus on the life of Jesus.

I’m a Christian–Now What?: 100 Devotions for Girls $9.99

100 short devotions for girls ages 8 to 12 to guide them on their paths as new Christians.

I’m a Christian–Now What?: 100 Devotions for Boys $9.99

100 short devotions for boys ages 8 to 12 to guide them on their paths as new Christians.

I’m a Christian Now! – Older Kids Activity Book $6.99

Includes 48 pages of Bible learning games, activities, and puzzles for older kids to support I’m A Christian Now! Designed for home use, kids work through these pages to have fun and learning more about becoming a Christian and how to live as a new Christian.

I’m a Christian Now! – Younger Kids Guide (not available right now)

Includes 48 pages of Bible learning games, activities, and puzzles for younger kids to support I’m A Christian Now! Designed for home use, kids work through these pages to have fun and learning more about becoming a Christian and how to live as a new Christian.

When starting out with knowledge of the bible, we love this bible – The Jesus Storybook Bible: Every Story Whispers His Name. However, for most of these workbooks, you need a bible for the kids to look up books, chapters, and verses. I TRULY am in love with the Adventure Bible – best gift we ever gave. My oldest has the Faithgirlz! Bible.

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