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by Filed Under: Free

published date: May 08, 2012
modified datt: May 07,2012

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Closed. Giveaway – Little Mommy Sweet at Me Doll

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by Filed Under: Giveaways

published date: May 08, 2012
modified datt: May 23,2012

This giveaway is closed. Congratulations goes to Maralea and Arupert.
This house, is a home full of girls – pink, feathers, chocolate, skirts, dresses, wands, and of course dolls… Let’s face it,w e are a girl home!

Recently, I was introduced to Little Mommy and so impressed with these adorable dolls. My girls love their Princess and the Potty with her little own flushing toilet and Baby So New which has been a sweet cuddly friend. There is a additional sweetie out – Sweet as Me Doll. This trendy doll is ready for play with her mommy. Available in Caucasian, Hispanic or African American she comes adorned with an adorable outfit and accessories.

Little Mommy has spruced up their Facebook page with additional FREE printables. Check out invites, patterns, birth certificates, DIY activities, scrapbooks and more. Also, check out dialogue and advice from the “mommy-ista” herself – Rosie Pope.

Find Little Mommy at Walmart, Toys R Us and Online at Mattel.

To Win: TWO Frugal Coupon Living readers will win a Little Mommy Sweet as Me Doll.

To Enter the Giveaway:
You can enter up to four times – that would mean, leave one to four comments. You do not have to enter more than once.

1.) Share with me your favorite “mommy moment” (as a kid or adult.)

Additional Optional Entry:

2.) Sign up for Frugal Coupon Living Emails.

3.) Follow Frugal Coupon Living on Facebook. Makes sure to share on Facebook about the giveaway.

4.) Follow Frugal Coupon Living on Twitter. Makes sure to share on Twitter about the giveaway.

This giveaway ends on Tuesday, May 15 at midnight ET. The winner will be contacted via email and will have 48 hours to respond. If I do not hear from the winner by that time, a new winner will be selected. Note winners may not receive the facial tissue box that they voted upon in their first entry.

Please Note: Email entries will not be accepted. If you are reading this giveaway in a reader or in your inbox, please select the post to direct yourself over to the site. Due to time constraints, I am not able to enter email, Twitter, or Facebook entries on my own. Thanks!

Disclosure: For this post, I was provided not compensated. All opinions expressed are my own and should not be substituted as your own.



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Closed. Giveaway – BRITAX FRONTIER 85 SICT

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by Filed Under: Giveaways, Review

published date: May 07, 2012
modified datt: May 15,2012

This giveaway is closed. Congratulations goes to Gina.
Well we have done it, my eldest daughter has graduated up to a Booster – The BRITAX FRONTIER 85 SICT. If you have been a long time reader, you probably have seen how Britax has been with our family for awhile now and nothing makes me more confident than the safety and comfort this company has brought to both my girls over the years.

For the past 2 1/2 years, my daughter has ridden in the luxury of the Britax Marathon. When making the transition to our new Frontier, I wanted to get my daughter’s thoughts. I, as a parent, knew the many features I liked in Britax, but as a regular rider – I wanted to know what she thought. She especially liked how the seat was less like a “car seat” and more like a booster transition seat. It made her feel older (after all it was given to her on her birthday). She also was very excited about the two cup holders. They were a nice addition from the last car seat (a Britax Marathon.)

Features of the Frontier 85 SICT:

  • First my Favorite – Side Impact Cushion Technology. This is great for protecting your child’s head and side during crash forces. The actual cushions and foam will absorb 45% by diverting crash forces away from your child and providing extra protection. Sides are also protected with True Side Impact Protection. The car seat construction keeps your child’s head, neck and spine “in true” or aligned.
  • Unlike traditional boosters, there also is a 85-pound Five-Point Harness Seat Capacity allows your child to remain harnessed up to 85 lbs. Once older, place your child in  booster mode to 120 lbs

Also Check Out:

  • Tangle Free, Five-Point Harness with 10 harness height positions (up to 20″) and three buckle positions for a snug and secure fit as your child grows
  • Easy-Remove Cover allows easy cleaning without disassembling or uninstalling the car seat
  • Armrests help provide a secure fit and a comfortable place to rest tired arms
  • Premium Lower LATCH Connectors for a quick and simple installation featuring a push button for easy release
  • Color-Coded Vehicle Belt Guides indicate the path and positioning of the vehicle lap and shoulder seat belt
  • Integrated Cup Holders are designed to fit common beverages such as 20 oz reusable water bottles
  • Certified for Aircraft Travel in Harness Mode

Is your child ready for a Booster? Britax has a great Booster Seat Basics guide letting you know what car seat is right for your child and at what age and size. Learn more on Car Seats 101.

As frugal followers, I wanted to share with you a hot new deal from Britax! If you are a new or expecting mom, make sure to read how you could get a FREE BOULEVARD 70 convertible car seat!  Receive as a gift (or purchase yourself) 1 of the eligible products from each of the 5 categories on the New Parent Checklist and get a FREE BOULEVARD 70 convertible car seat! Simply receive as a gift or purchase yourself 1 eligible product from each of the 5 categories (Stroller, Car Seat, Baby Carrier, Large Accessory, and Small Accessory) on the New Parent Checklist and submit your UPCs for a FREE carseat!

To Win: I am excited to share with you that one Frugal Coupon Living reader will win a Britax Frontier 85 SICT Booster Seat in Onyx.

To Enter the Giveaway:
You can enter up to four times – that would mean, leave one to four comments. You do not have to enter more than once.

1.) Share with me your favorite Britax Frontier 85 SICT feature.

Additional Optional Entry:

2.) Sign up for Frugal Coupon Living Emails.

3.) Follow Frugal Coupon Living on Facebook. Makes sure to share on Facebook about the giveaway.

4.) Follow Frugal Coupon Living on Twitter. Makes sure to share on Twitter about the giveaway.

This giveaway ends on Monday, May 14 at midnight (EST.) The winner will be contacted via email and will have 48 hours to respond. If I do not hear from the winner by that time, a new winner will be selected.

Please Note: Email entries will not be accepted. If you are reading this giveaway in a reader or in your inbox, please select the post to direct yourself over to the site. Due to time constraints, I am not able to enter email, Twitter, or Facebook entries on my own. Thanks!

Disclosure: I was supplied with a Frontier 85 SICT for review. One Frugal Coupon Living reader will win a Britax Frontier 85 SICT in Onyx. All opinions expressed are my own and should not be substituted as your own.



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Dyson DC23 Canister Vaccuum $267+

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by Filed Under: Amazon, Online Shopping, Target, Today Only

published date: May 07, 2012
modified datt: May 07,2012

This is a HOT one from Target’s Daily Deals!  Head over today and pick up a Dyson DC23 Turbinehead Bagless Canister Vacuum Cleaner for $299 (from $399.)

Remember that since these are Target Daily Deals, they ship free!

For comparison, however, Amazon has the Dyson DC23 TurbineHead Canister Vacuum for $279. You could also get the Dyson DC23 Turbine Head Refurb for $267.04. I have used a Dyson Refurbished model with NO issues.

Find more Today Only Deals on Frugal Coupon Living.

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Mother’s Day Spa at Home – Spa Water and Sugar Scrub

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by Filed Under: Crafts, Mother's Day, Pinterest

published date: May 04, 2012
modified datt: April 07,2015

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As moms we know that a little bit of pampering goes a long way, and who better to treat you like a queen than your kids! Here’s a Mother’s Day gift that your kids can make for you and also give to other loved ones who are mamas!

Mother’s Day Spa Sugar Scrub:

Materials:

Simply mix sugar crystals, baby oil and essential oil into a large mixing bowl. Scoop into glass jars and decorate. We trimmed ours with a yellow ribbon and a custom sticker.

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Make it a day of pampering and mix up some easy and delicious spa water at home.

Mother’s Day Spa Waters

Refreshing Spa Water
Crushed ice
cucumbers sliced thinly
freshly cut mint leaves

Tangy & Fresh
Crushed ice
Freshly cut cilantro leaves
sliced lemons
sliced limes

Fresh & Fruity
Crushed ice
sliced strawberries
sliced pears

Berry Delicious
Crushed ice
Blackberries
raspberries
sliced strawberries

To get your Mother’s Day lemon scrub sticker and learn about other ways to spend time with your biggest Mother’s Day gifts, your kids, visit us at www.simplysprouteducate.com.


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FREE Quart of Paint Saturday 5/5

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by Filed Under: Free, Home Improvement

published date: May 03, 2012
modified datt: May 01,2012

Get a FREE Quart of Paint from Ace Hardware Stores with that coupon.  It is valid on Saturday, May 5th only!  Print your coupon, complete the form and take it to any participating Ace Hardware Store.  You’ll get a FREE quart of Clark+Kensington Flat Enamel paint, which can be tinted to most colors.

About 40 FREEBIES per store so get in there when it opens or you may miss out!

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Walgreens – Avent Pacifier $.79 with Coupon

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by Filed Under: Baby, Coupons, Walgreens

published date: May 02, 2012
modified datt: May 01,2012

 

There is a GREAT DEAL Avent Pacifiers for only $.79 at Walgreens.

Buy Avent Pacifiers for $4.29
Use $1.50 printable coupon
Use $2  coupon May Walgreens Coupon Booklet
= $.79 (combine SC and MFR)


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7 Ideas for Summer Fun with Your Kids

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by Filed Under: Summer

published date: April 29, 2012
modified datt: April 28,2012

Every year kids and parents look forward to summer vacation, but a few days spent cooped up in the house can make everyone a little crazy. If this sounds familiar, check out these seven ideas for summer fun.

1. Make a T-shirt

Most kids love to make crafts, but crayons and construction paper get boring after a while. Instead of pulling out the art supplies, head to
your local store or garage sale and purchase some inexpensive, solid-colored t-shirts. Kids can use fabric or acrylic paint, markers, dye or just about anything to make a shirt that they can wear proudly. You can also do this with hats or visors and inexpensive canvas sneakers.

2. Go on a Picnic

Enjoying the great outdoors is a must during the summer, and one of the easiest ways to do that is by going on a picnic. Gather your kids up to make a menu and get them involved with the cooking and preparation. Assign each child an important job to do (gather silverware, make sandwiches, count juice boxes), and pick a table at your favorite park or even a sunny spot in your own backyard where you can enjoy your meal. As an added bonus, you and the kids can bake cookies or cupcakes for your excursion.

3. Have a Scavenger Hunt

This one is great for new readers who need to keep their skills sharp during the long weeks spent away from school and can be as easy or as
elaborate as you would like. Simply make a list of common items your kids can find in your house or yard. These might include a rock, a coin, a red toy, a blue crayon – you get the idea. If your kids can’t yet read, draw pictures or cut them from magazines. Have a prize ready for whomever finds all of the items.

4. Arrange a Reading Contest

This one helps your kids stay on top of their education and it can be fun, too. Set up a goal number of books and any other rules you may
want to include (such as books must be at least 20 pages long) and whenever your little readers reach a certain milestone reward them with stickers, trips to their favorite parks, sweet treats or movie night. Save the biggest reward for the largest number of books.

5. Go Camping Inside

This one doesn’t involve a tent or even the outdoors. Allow your kids to set up camp in your living or family room by bringing pillows,
blankets, sleeping bags and a bag of their favorite toys, books and snacks. Pop some popcorn and put a movie in the DVD player to add some extra fun.

6. Have Your Own Summer Olympics

Summer is a great time of year to get your kids moving, and what better way to do that than having an Olympic-style competition? This
isn’t your average Olympics, though. Depending on how much money you want to spend, you will have to get creative with your competitions – three-legged races and egg and spoon races are always fun. You can set up obstacle courses with lawn furniture and use items such as beanbags, water balloons and bubbles to create other competitions. Just don’t forget medals or rewards for the winners.

7. Volunteer at Your Local Animal Shelter

This idea is inexpensive and can teach your child about helping others. Most animal shelters allow people to come walk or play with the homeless pets. Just be sure you check ahead of time to make sure there are no age requirements for volunteers.

Allison Smart loves planning summer activities for her family, which includes her husband, Mike, and three kids, Luke, Matt, and Sara. A
favorite family activity is boating at the nearby lake. When they needed a good rate on their boat insurance, Allison and Mike looked no
further than http://www.boatinsurance.org/

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