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Hidden Hearts Pound Cake Recipe – Valentine’s Day Food Craft

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January 13, 2015 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Pinterest, Recipe, Valentine's Day

Hidden Hearts Pound Cake – Valentine’s Day Treat
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Looking at this photo overwhelms you, huh? I bet you are thinking that this is going to be one of those Pinterest “fails.” Follow these sure no fail drections to create the ultimate suprise for your Valentines – I bet your family will be surprised when they cut into this Hidden Hearts Pound Cake.

Cake Ingredients:

2 boxes Pound Cake mix
1/2 cup Butter softened
4 Eggs
1 1/3 cup Milk
red food coloring

Glaze Ingredients:

1 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
2 tbsp Milk

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Directions:

Preheat oven to 350.
Spray loaf pan with cooking spray.
Prepare your first pound cake following box directions. Add food coloring to get good pink color in batter.
Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 45 minutes (about 10 less than box directions.)
Let cool on rack for an hour.
Remove cake from pan and refrigerate for several hours.
Slice cold cake into slices no thicker than your cookie cutter.
Use cookie cutter to cut heart shapes from each aand stack to side.
Prepare the other box of pound cake mix following box directions.
Spray loaf pan with cooking spray.
Pour 1/4″ of batter in the bottom.
Place your heart cut-outs down the middle, keeping them straight and together.
Pour remaining batter over the heart cut-outs in the pan. Ensure it gets down the sides and covers the top. (Yes, There will be a lot of batter left!)
Bake according to box directions.
Let cool on rack for an hour.
Remove from pan and place on platter.
In a medium bowl, put powdered sugar and slowly add milk until desired consistency is reached.
Drizzle icing over cake and serve.

Easy-peasy. Most importantly, enjoy!

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Countdown to Christmas – DIY Advent Calendars

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January 11, 2015 by FCL Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, DIY, Seasonal

There’s nothing more fun to me than having a way to countdown the days until Christmas. We do the Book Advent Calendar, and my daughter has SO much fun opening a new book every night! Whether you start on Dec. 1 or find a fun way to mark off the last few days before the holiday, we have you covered with our list of 25 DIY Advent Calendars!

If you’re a planner like me, this is a great time to start thinking about what you want to do to countdown to Christmas next year!

1. Book Advent Calendar by Clair’s Freebies

2. Small Tin Advent Calendar by View from the Fridge

3. Popsicle Stick Advent Jar by Mess for Less

4. Hershey’s Kiss Advent Calendar by How to Have it All

5. Box Advent Calendar + FREE Printable by Powerful Mothering

6. Toilet Tube Christmas Tree Advent Calendar by Coffee & Vanilla

7. Easy Paper Bag Advent Calendar by The Creek Line House

8. Embroidery Hoop Pocket Advent Calendar by The Crafty Crow

9. Advent Calendar Wall Chart + FREE Printables

10. Christmas Countdown Fortune Cookies by Happy Go Lucky

11. Shoe Organizer Advent Calendar by Home Talk

12. Milk Carton Advent Calendar by Tynes Designs

13. Clothespin Advent Calendar + FREE Printable by Visual Heart

14. Paper Cup Reindeer Advent Calendar by Balancing Home

15. Toilet Paper Roll Advent Calendar by The Country Chic Cottage

16. Treat Bag Advent Calendar + FREE Printable by Yellow Bliss Road

17. Matchbox Advent Calendar by The Craft Patch

18. Vintage Advent Calendar by Ella Claire

19. Reusable Pouch Advent Calendar by Design Mom

20. Envelope Advent Calendar by The Little Red House

21. Baby Food Jar Advent Calendar by Craftaholics Anonymous

22. Easy Advent Jar by Handmade Charlotte

23. Christmas Card Advent Calendar by Danya Banya

24. Santa Christmas Countdown Calendar + FREE Printable by Tomfo

25. Snowflake Christmas Countdown by eighteen25

There are a few of these I want to try for next year. You can’t have too many Advent Calendars, right?! Which calendar is your favorite?!

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Play Doh 36-Can Mega Pack for $17.97

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January 11, 2015 by FCL Filed Under: Amazon, Online Shopping, Seasonal, Target, Valentine's Day

Play Doh is a staple in our house, and if you’re the same way, then you’re going to want to check out this fantastic deal on Play Doh – get this Play Doh 36-Can Mega Pack for $17.97 (reg. $25)! That’s just $0.50 per can!

Also consider a smaller back, this pack of 12 for just under $12 or right below $0.50 per can1

You can also get this Play Doh Party Bag with 15 mini cans for $8.18! That’s just $0.54 per can! Or, you can get the same party bag set at Target.com for $4.99 – just $0.33 per can! And, don’t forget to use your Target RedCard to save an additional 5% AND get FREE shipping!

Play Doh would make GREAT Valentine’s for your child’s classmates! Check out how Random Thoughts of a Supermom made cute round labels to go on the tops of the Play Doh cans! It’s an easy and super cute Valentine that kids will love and that won’t break the bank for you!

You can also print off these cute Play Doh Valentine’s labels made by Time 2 Save Workshops!

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Fashion Friday – Valentine’s Day Girls Outfits & Accessories!

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January 9, 2015 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Amazon, Online Shopping, Valentine's Day

Valentine’s Day Girls Outfits and Accessories

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Here is a fun round up up of some cute , adorable girl outfits and more! Don’t you just love all the pink! Some of these items would make for a great party favors. Some outfits would look cute year round! Get your little one their very own Valentine’s Day celebration items below!

Lovely Colorful Knitted Beanie Hat With Hearts Warm Ear Flap Hat $3.72 + S&H

Mud Pie Baby-girls Newborn Heart Tunic and Biker Short Set $12.99+

Naartjie Girls Cotton Legging – Stripes and Hearts with Ruffle Bottom $8.99

Country Kids Girls 2-6X Hearts Socks 3 Pair $10.99

Mud Pie Baby-girls Newborn Heart Skirt Set

Petite Princess Crown Necklace in Figural Gift Box $7.19

Young Hearts Girls 2-6X Sets $1o to $30ish

Heart Headbands Varies

Beistle Company Heart Head Bopper $5.69

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Frugal Fashion Friday Valentine’s Day Look and Red Dress

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January 9, 2015 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Amazon, Fashion, Frugal Fashion, Frugal Fashion Friday, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Valentine's Day

Valentine’s Day Look

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It’s almost here – the season of love, hearts, flowers, chocolates and Valentine’s. This valentine’s day, keep the sexy silhouette red dress, but mix in the edge of a faux leather jacket and short heeled booties.

Red Cheetah Print Dress $19799 – Start with the piece you love the most. Grab something out of your color or check out this sexy number. Grab a fitted dress without breaking the bank. Grab this dress for UNDER $20 shipped as it comes with FREE shipping. Many other styles and patterns to choose from.

Faux Leather Jacket ~~$27.98 $39.99~~ Add edge to your stunning dress with this black coat. Stand out and express yourself. This particular jacket is sold otu but there are dozens more on Amazon. Pair this look with the Black Friday Outfit.

Vita Short Boot $19.95 ~~$49~~ A go-to style gets a sophisticated spin with a modern silhouette and stiletto heel. Super sleek, faux leather. You guys KNOW I love JustFab Boots and their B1G1 sale. I have shared with you before a great way to get discounted Fall and Winter boots.

Oversized Black Clutch $24.99 ~~$39.99~~ A solid-colored purse is an essential for any wardrobe. Picking up a black purse to hold your minimal of things – lipstick, phone, powder, and such is great for an evening out and not carrying all your excess.

L’Oreal Paris Colour Riche Nail Polish, Caught Red -Handed $4.02 ~~$5.99~~ Red might not always be the color of choice for your nails, but it’s Valentine’s Day! Pick up the highly rated L’Oreal polish perfect for a touch of red that will carry from the tress to the tips of your hands. This item comes with FREE shipping.

Maybelline New York Colorsensational Lipcolor, Red Revival $5.50 ~~$7.49~~ Pucker up! You cannot have a red nail polish without red lips. Color sensational lipcolor’s exclusive nourishing honey nectar dramatically hydrates beyond perfection. It might not be your most comfortable lipstick, but try something new and bold this Romantic Evening!

Memento Ring $9.95 ~~$14.95~~ Be the life of your next holiday party or evening out in this oversized gemstone ring. Cocktail ring featuring large gemstone surrounded by rhinestones.

Twisted Elegance Bracelet $19.95 ~~$24.95~~ “X” marks the style spot on this trendy, twisted bangle. Textured base with high-shine gold and pave encrusted details. Wear stacked or solo.

Geometric Black and Gold Necklace $4.29. This necklace is modeled after celebrity styles. It brings back the edge of the jacket and boots. Black Enamel placed on gold framed triangles. Free shipping included.

Heart Black and Gold Earrings $2.79 I don’t always run to hearts, but if I do it has to be on Valentine’s Day. When grabbing an acessory that isn’t a regular, spend as little as possible which is exactly what you will do with these black and gold heart studs.

Coach Poppy Eau de Parfum Spray as low as $41 What every scent brings you romance, splash it on! An extra spritz (or a refresher in the purse) might not be a bad idea. A soft fruity and floral concoction with notes of Jasmine, Gardenia, Cucumber and Vanilla,

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the Gold and Navy Outfit – Pin It
the Black Friday Themed Look – Pin It
the Casual Aztec Sweater – Pin It
the Thanksgiving Outfit – Pin It
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SO MANY MORE TO COME!

FREE True & Co Credit for $25 = Free Bra and Panties

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January 8, 2015 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Fashion, Free, Frugal Fashion, Valentine's Day

True & Co is offering a coupon code for $25 off any size order. You will get your personalized coupon code when you visit the website here. This code is applied at checkout automatically as well. You can use this credit to pick up free lingerie items from this online lingerie store.

On this site you can find beauitful bras as low as $20 or two-pack of lace hipster fare $25. You will have to pay shipping for this items. Shipping cost is $7.95 . You can get FREE Shipping with a $50 purchase. Either way it is a great deal for only $8 plus would be great for Valentine’s Day!

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Pretzel Snowmen – Kids Food Craft

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January 1, 2015 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Frugal Living, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe

Pretzel Snowmen
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Looking for a fun and easy food craft for the kids – this one is low budget, you likley have most (if not all) the ingredients and it is sure to please. Check out these Snowman Pretzels below!

Ingredients:

24 Pretzel Rings
1 cup White Candy Melting Chips
3-4 Fruit Roll-Ups
1/4 cup Dark Chocolate Melting CHips or Mini Chocolate Chips
1 Orange Starbursts

Directions:

Cut Starburst into 3 rectangular strips (1/4″ x 3/4″)
Cut each of those in half, creating 6 – 1/4″ x 3/8″ rectangles.
Now cut each of those diagonally creating 12 triangles for noses.
Unroll Fruit Rollup and cut into 1/2″ strips to use as scarves.
Line cookie sheet wih wax paper.
Heat White Candy Chips by microwaving for 30 seconds stirring and repeating until melted.
Transfer to corner of zippered bag and clip tiny piece off of corner to pipe.
Lay scarf on prepared sheet and pipe a small dot of candy in the middle.
Place 2 rings so they are just touching at that spot as pictured.
Pipe additional candy on top to better secure them.
Fill the inside of each ring with white candy.
Place nose in upper ring.
If you are using mini chocolate chips for eyes mouth and buttons you need to place them at this time before candy sets. If you are using melting chips you will pipe these on after the white sets.
Fold scarf over to hide the joint.
If you are using dark melting chips, heat them by microwaving for 30 seconds stirring and repeating until melted. Transfer to corner of zippered bag and clip tiny piece off of corner. Pipe eyes, mouth and buttons.
Place cookie sheet in refrigerator for 10 minutes to allow candy to set.

If you love these Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats, also check out these Mashmallow Rice Krispie Treat Snowmen. You can Pin these to Pinterest.Click

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Hard Boiled Egg Snowman Tutorial

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December 31, 2014 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Frugal Living, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe

Hard Boiled Egg Snowman
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Just because Christmas is over, doesn’t mean the baking needs to stop. In fact, if you are tired off all the sugar and stuff, try this fun Boiled Egg Snowman Kid’s Food Craft with the kids. They are great for parties, home, or even an afternoon activity for those hiding from the cold. Easy step-by-step tutorial is below.

Ingredients:

6 Boiled Jumbo Eggs
6 Boiled Medium Eggs
2 Carrots
Peppercorns
Pretzel Sticks
Green onion stems

Directions:

Slice off a small section from top and bottom of each egg to allow them to stand and stack neatly.
If you are going to serve soon, you can use pretzel sticks to join each piece and they will be completely edible. If they need to sit for a while, the prezels will become to soggy, so you will have to use wooden skewers.
Even if you are using pretzels, you will need to pierce the egg and carrot before pushing pretzels through.
Push a pretzel stick down into large egg to make body and place smaller egg on top.
Peel carrots.
Slice the thick end of carrot into six 1/8″ slices to use as hat brims.
Slice middle of carrot (or smaller carrot) into six 3/4-1″ slices for top of hat.
Use skewer to “pre-drill” hole in carrots to allow pretzel to connect them with remainder of stick extendeding below brim.
Push assembled hat down onto head.
Take the small end of a carrot (about 1/2″) and cut lenghtwise into six sections to use as noses.
Using a toothpick, pierce “face” egg in the middle and insert the nose.
Pierce for the two eyes and four spots to make a mouth and press in peppercorns.
Pierce the “body” egg three spots to make buttons and press in peppercorns.
Break a pretzel in half and insert a piece in each side of the body to make arms.
You can optionally use green onion stems to make a hat band and scarf.
Split the green tube and open it up.
Gently scrape the blade along the inside of the opened stem to remov stiffness.
Trim the softened piece to make scarf or hatband and wrap in place.

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