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Make your Own Jewelry Holder Using a Wire Card Rod

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by Filed Under: Amazon, Crafts, Home Improvement, Online Shopping, Pinterest

published date: October 16, 2012
modified datt: October 15,2012

I don’t know bout you but my earrings are falling all over the place and being misplaced in my jewelry drawer. I wanted to share this other idea with you to display and organize your earrings.

Find a Wire Photo/Card Holder Below….

Primitive Star ~ Greeting Card & Picture Holder~wall $25 Shipped


4 Foot Wire Christmas Card and Photo Holder $39.99 shipped plus $4.99 shipping

5 Foot Christmas Wire Photo and Card Holder $49.99 plus $5.49 shipping.

Now your turn…. Can you find one for cheaper?

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Family Handprint Canvas – Make Your Own!

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by Filed Under: Amazon, Crafts, Online Shopping, Pinterest

published date: October 11, 2012
modified datt: October 10,2012

The girls and I put together a canvas print for their bedroom (see desk we just made too). I actually have two. One when my eldest daughter was younger (just her and I), then one of both daughters and I.

The kit we used is found on Amazon in blue or pink – grab the Pearhead Baby and Me Handprint Canvas Kit, Pink Elephant for $12.65 to $12.99.

There are a couple Canvas and Paint Deals on Amazon if you would like to go your own direction.

I like the Winsor Newton 8-Inch by 10-Inch Artists Quality Stretched Canvas for the low price of $5.06 from $29.94 Please read the reviews. The low stars are because people were expecting 6 canvases and got one.

I used DecoArt DASK279 Crafter’s Acrylics Home Décor Brights Sample Pack for $8.74. I am not sure how safe it is for a child’s hands, so please wash hands well and follow all directions on the bottle.

Find more Canvas Prints,  Paint Selections and Hand and Feet Print Kits on Amazon.

If you like this craft, pin it to Pinterest!

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FREE Puppy eBook + HOT Dog Food Deal and All Natural Dog Treat Recipe!

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by Filed Under: Free, Pet, Pinterest, Walmart

published date: August 16, 2012
modified datt: August 16,2012

PurinaJoin Purina’s email communications and get a FREE Puppy eBook!  I know lots of people who have recently gotten new puppies.  Free information about how to train them, feed them and more is invaluable!

AND, here’s a great deal on Purina Dog Food!

Grab these Purina Dog Chow coupons for $1.75 and $2.25 off and head to Walmart for some great deals!  You will need to watch a short video to get the $1.75 coupon up from $1.10; but it’s worth it!

Here’s the Deal:

Purina Dog or Puppy Chow 4.4 lb.- $4.47
$1.75 Purina Dog or Puppy Chow printable coupon
= $2.72 eachThanks, Passion for Savings

Buying dog treats can be somewhat expensive if you want something that is all-natural and good for your dog.  Not all dog treats are created equal!  I found some great recipes on Pinterest that I wanted to share with you.  Make sure to follow me on Pinterest for all kinds of great ideas – and some humor too!

One is from A Cozy Kitchen and uses ingredients that you likely already have and the other is from A Bullseye View – from the Polka Dog Kitchen (Target’s mascot dog) and includes pumpkin!  Head over to my Pinterest for a look under my Home Simplicity board.


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*HOT* Glidden Paint Testers Coupon – $.94 at Walmart!

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by Filed Under: Coupons, Crafts, Home Improvement, Pinterest, Walmart

published date: July 27, 2012
modified datt: July 27,2012

There’s another HOT Paint coupon available that will give you testers for less than $1! Grab this $2 off Glidden Paint Testers coupon and head to Walmart for this deal:

Glidden Brilliance Collection Paint Testers $2.94
$2 Glidden Paint Testers printable coupon
= $.94 each!

Since these paint tester come in over 300 colors (all available at Walmart) and they contain enough pain to cover three square feet, it is plenty of paint for small craft projects! AND, the have a brush built in. Or, just add it to your crafting closet for the kids to paint with when they’re begging to paint something!

I found a bunch of cute painting ideas on Pinterest, of course!r  Head over to Pinterest for a look at your next project!


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Back to School | Apple Stamped Lunch Sacks

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by Filed Under: Back To School, Crafts, Education, Pinterest, Summer

published date: July 18, 2012
modified datt: July 17,2012

We’re kicking off a Back to School Bash with Frugal Coupon Living this week! When Ashley asked us to share some back to school ideas, we couldn’t be more thrilled. Being teachers we get just as excited (or nervous) to head back to the classroom as the kids do. For the next several weeks we’ll share with you some fun and educational ways to get in the school spirit.

Packing lunches can be a dreaded task in even the most organized of households. Use this art project as a perfect way to have your little ones help jump start your packing parties.

All you’ll need is:

  • Paper lunch sacks
  • Washable paint (we used red, green, and white)
  • Apple sliced in half
  • Cork
  • Scraps of ribbon
  • Hole puncher
  • Black marker
  • Paper plates

Lay out a couple of paper plates for your kids with some paint on each of them. Show them how the apple can double as a stamp. Have them cover the cut side of apple with paint and stamp their bags. They can use the cork to make polka dots. Once they’re dry you can use the black marker to finish off the design. By folding the top of the bag over once and hole punching, you’ve prepared your bag to be used as soon as school starts. Have the kids design special ones for themselves or their siblings. Let them dry and store them away for back to school time. The final touch is some cute ribbon through the holes on the top once it’s stuffed with a yummy lunch!

Make sure to check back next week for printable lunch notes, so you can drop a sweet line to your favorite student. In the meantime for more educational ideas visit us at www.simplysprouteducate.com.

Do not forget about the First Day of School Printables… Pick up the perfect sign from Marcy at Magic by Marcy.


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Heinz Vinegar Coupon | as low as $.07 at Target + Vinegar Recipes!

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by Filed Under: Coupons, Pinterest, Store Deals, Target

published date: June 27, 2012
modified datt: June 26,2012

There was a $1 Heinz Vinegar coupon SmartSource Insert this past weekend (6/24).  If you got it, take it to Target for this HOT deal:

Heinz Vinegar – $1.07 for small White Vinegar and $1.14 for Apple Cider Vinegar
$1 Heinz Vinegar SS 6/24
= $.07 – $.14 each!

Thanks, Penny Pinchin Mom

Vinegar is a miracle (cheap) liquid that no house should go without!  I was looking around on Pinterest for a list of Vinegar uses and came across this awesome list from 7thhouseontheleft.com (isn’t that a cute blog name?) called 77 Uses for Vinegar!  

My top 5 Favorites are:

  • Soothe bee or jellyfish stings with vinegar.
  • Get rid of deodorant stains by rubbing the stain with vinegar, then wash as usual.
  • Make homemade stickers. Boil vinegar in a pan, then turn down to low and add some gelatin. Let the mixture cool and brush it on the back of your “sticker art” then cut in  your desired shape. Let dry and you have homemade stickers (from here)!
  • Boil better eggs by adding 2 tablespoons of vinegar before boiling. This keeps them from cracking and helps the peel to come off easier.
  • Deodorize the kitchen drain by poring a cup down the drain once a week.

Be sure to Follow Frugal Coupon Living on Pinterest (FCLAsh). The Humor board is quite popular!



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Summer Camp Candy Care Package

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by Filed Under: Crafts, Education, Pinterest, Summer

published date: June 22, 2012
modified datt: June 22,2012

Summer officially began this week and for a lot of kids that means it’s time to pack up the duffel bags and head off to camp. We have fond memories of all the summer time joy that goes along with sleep away camp. One of the best parts of the day was mail time in the mess hall! Your kids are sure to be happy campers with something sweet tucked in their bag and some mail to brighten their day!

Here is seven days of sweet sunshine for your camper. Fill each day with some candy or goodies and a note. They will love it!

Other ways to send love from home to your campers are:

  • Postcards mailed each day with one letter written on each. By the end of their stay the message might spell something like, “I miss you!”
  • A personalized pillowcase with sweet dream messages.
  • A CD or playlist for their iPod with their favorite music.
  • A recorded message card so a camper can hear a familiar voice from home.
  • A care package of their favorite homemade baked goods.
  • A candy gram. Use the names of candy bars to write a special note

Be sure to print/download the Camp Candy Care Package Tags.

We’ve been camping all week at Simply Sprout and we’re keeping on these happy trails through the weekend! Come visit us at  www.simplysprouteducate.com.

Be sure to pick up a camping packing list at Live Life, Shop Smart – ShopRunner’s Blog.


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Hanes T-Shirts $2.10 Each Shipped, Pinterest Ideas

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by Filed Under: Crafts, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Today Only

published date: June 22, 2012
modified datt: June 22,2012


These went fast last time, so hurry if you want them!

Head to Graveyard Mall for a great deal on 10 Assorted Hanes Women’s T-Shirts for $20.99 with FREE Shipping or $2.10/each.

Pinterest has SO MANY amazing ideas for creating fun t-shirts, at this price, it could make a real winner. Look for ideas under my Crafts Board (FCLAsh) on Pinterest.

Head to Graveyard Mall to get yours.

Find more Today Only Deals on Frugal Coupon Living.


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