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E.L.F. End of Season Sale: Get 60% off Lots of Bestsellers!

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December 22, 2017 by Frugal Coupon Living Writers Filed Under: Beauty, Online Shopping

E.L.F. is having a huge End of Season Sale! This sale includes lots of its bestseller items for 60% off. Get ready to pay as little as $0.40 per item! I just spotted lipsticks, glosses and eye brow pencils at this price. Shipping is free on orders of $25 or more. Plus you also get a free beauty gift added at checkout when your order is $25 or more.

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Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Christmas iSpy Printable

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December 21, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

Are you following all of Frugal Coupon Living’s Elf on the Shelf Ideas? See well over 100s of creative, funny, and original ideas for your Elf! Grab this Christmas iSpy Printable. Instant Download.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Christmas iSpy Printable

We are back, so is the Elf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Idea EVERY DAY (in November and December) for the past four years.

Christmas iSpy Printable! We are so excited to team up with the Etsy Shop Amuse Invitations. They have some of the cutest Downloads for your Christmas Elf. Grab this Christmas iSpy Printable. Save it and your little one can take the challenge.

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We love sharing FREEBIES! Print these FREE Elf Notes by entering your email address below. It will arrive in your inbox!

Here at Frugal Coupon Living, we celebrate Elf on the Shelf for 2 months, the month of November and the month of December all the way through Christmas Eve. We like to share a few weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, when Elf comes, to give you idea and then we like to join you with ideas when the Elf arrives in your home.

Pin Pin Pin, cause you will want to stay up to date on these ideas each Christmas season. So many more to come, see our previous Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Here we have a lot of FREE Printables! Be sure to also follow the Elf on the Shelf Pinterest Board for fun ideas from other bloggers too.

What is Elf on the Shelf?

Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas Tradition. The tradition has a book and a elf doll. The book is poetic and in rhyme sharing the purpose of the Elf’s visits. The Elf visits each Thanksgiving. He/She goes and returns from the North Pole each evening. Every morning he can be found in a new location in the house. The Elf has been found in the refrigerator, fishing in the toilet, writing messages on the mirror or hanging from the lights. It is VERY IMPORTANT, the Elf is not touch each evening or his Christmas magic will be lost! Each family is able to name their special elf. The elves return to their home (Santa’s North Pole Work shop) every Christmas Eve. An Elf’s Story can also be found on DVD.

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We can’t do this alone. Don’t forget WE WANT YOU! We would love to share your ideas too. Send us your easy, creative and Funny Elf on the Shelf Ideas! We might not be able to share them all, but we will share some creative ideas! Pin to Pinterest.

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Online you can find ENDLESS Elf on the Shelf Accessories, Books, Games and Toys. We love some of the creativity coming from Etsy too! Be sure to Follow Frugal Coupon Living on Pinterest where there are many Pinterest Elf on the Shelf Ideas.

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Discounted Capri Blue Candles

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December 21, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Online Shopping

Even if you are done shopping, it might be nice to pick up something for ~~yourself~~ the house that never goes on sale – Capri Candles!

Pick up Capri Blue Jar Candles $19.60 from $28.00. This comes in the popular scents of Aloha or Volcano. Also take a look at Capri Blue Iridescent Jar Candle $21 from $30 in Volcano. You can find more home candles on sale.

Right now Anthropologie has up to 30% off gifts.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Elf Lunch Printable

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December 19, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

Are you following all of Frugal Coupon Living’s Elf on the Shelf Ideas? See well over 100s of creative, funny, and original ideas for your Elf! Elf makes lunch – yuck! Elf Lunch printable is an instant download!

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Elf Lunch Printable

We are back, so is the Elf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Idea EVERY DAY (in November and December) for the past four years

I Made Lunch! We are so excited to team up with the Etsy Shop Amuse Invitations. They have some of the cutest Downloads for your Christmas Elf. Today we fell in love with this Lunch Idea. You can get the lunch note immediately as it is an Instant Download! Also consider packing a lunch with syrup, a large pack of OREOs, candy, and other very sugary snacks! You can pick up the Handstitched Elf Doll from Stitches By Rachelle.

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We love sharing FREEBIES! Print this FREE Elf Twister Board by entering your email address below. It will arrive in your inbox!

Consider adding one of these notes to your child’s real lunch! We shared these Elf on the Shelf Ideas – Bananas Note last year. PPin to Pinterest.

What is Elf on the Shelf?

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FREE Elf on the Shelf Printable Notes – Pin to Pinterest

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FREE Elf on the Shelf Costumes – Pin to Pinterest

FREE Elf on the Shelf Twister Board – Pin to Pinterest

FREE Elf Postcard – Pin to Pinterest

Easy DIY No Sew Bendable Elf on the Shelf Tutorial – Pin to Pinterest

Prior Elf on the Shelf Ideas – Pin to Pinterest

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How Does Ebates Work?

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December 19, 2017 by Frugal Coupon Living Writers Filed Under: Online Shopping, Ways to Earn

Have you heard of Ebates? What is Ebates? How does Ebates work? Chances are you have heard of Ebates and perhaps still have no clue as to what Ebates could do for you. In a world full of rewards and loyalty points, perhaps the name Ebates is just another name in crowd that you have your doubts about.

Enough with the head scratching and doubting as I can vouch, Ebates is one that has been around for years. I have been a part of Ebates since 2006, and have no complaints! I have to admit I do frequently forget about Ebates, and that is my foolish mistake. As an Ebate member I have earned $96 in cash! “Yea,” but at what cost- is that what you are thinking? It has cost me nothing- infact I have lost money not using Ebates!

In a Savvy tech society world full of apps, tablets, and smartphones featuring loyalty programs and cash back savings to consumer you have Ebates that has been saving consumers since 1996 . Never has Ebates charged any fee, as they prefer to give to their users instead of take.

So What Is Ebates?

Ebates is a program that shares its earning from online retailers with users who use Ebates for their everyday online purchases. Simply stated Ebates is an affiliate to over 1700 stores, like Amazon, Target, Walmart, Best Buy, Kohl’s, and Etc. By clicking through Ebates links to the store you so wish to shop at, Ebates offers you a percentage of the revenue they earn from by being an affiliate. I

Retail stores offers companies, or individuals like blogger’s a commission by driving sales to their site. Just about anyone can become an affiliate to these stores with affiliate marketing.

Ebates company is founded on the idea of sharing that commission from affiliate marketing with their consumers – this is rare philosophy but a proven one as most ALL other affiliates keeps that revenue to themselves.

Still Confused?

Understand, that most all online sites are always generating income in a variety of ways, Ads for advertisements, paid endorsements, or affiliate revenues are the most common that you will find on just about any site or even email. It that is news to you then that may sound shady, but I assure you this is in no way new news. However, it is HIGHLY unusual for money being earned by your everyday purchase to be shared. I have seen other companies try the same and all though some succeed all most no one has made this process as seamless as Ebates. To sum its as if the online retailer is paying Ebates to advertise and Ebates sharing that money with you!

Wait!?

Ok so it gets better! Ebates also offer coupon codes too stack with your cash back you know like other sites like RetailMeNot or Coupon Mountain. So not only can you check out at your favorite retailer like Amazon or Target for example but also search for coupon code and apply them at check out.

Plus, as I have always experienced you can also earn Cash for referring your friend. This in it self can be quite rewarding. As you will earn $5 for each person you refer that uses and check out with Ebates affiliate links. With social media this makes sharing and earning so much easier than when I started using Ebates- I did not have a Facebook, Twitter, or Tumblr account.

How Do I Get My Money?

It’s simple four times a year or more Ebates mails you what they refer too as a Big Fat Check, or transfer the money to your PayPal account if you’d prefer. Now they can even send money to your favorite charity. All 100% free- YAY! Take a look at the very few times I have used Ebates I have saved a near $100! Yes that is wonderful but that should be so much more – as I forgotten this service many times when checking out. Many of my friends have earned hundreds even thousands! So yes I am proud of my near $100 but disappointed that I have failed to checkout through Ebates.

Here Is An Example on How to Save.

Now, note this may not always work but it has for me. I will find myself checking out ‘Let’s Say Kohl’s’ and near I am near complete when I see a spot for a promo code, and I find myself looking for a current coupon code to apply. Then it hits me oh Ebates has the NEWEST coupons codes and may offer cash back for this store.. and they do 6% cash-back – SCORE! Percentage changes frequently per store so always check.

To grab that 6% cash-back I sign into my Ebates and type Kohl’s into the Ebates Store Search and click Kohl’s Coupons & Cash Back. So From there Ebates redirects me to Kohl’s and more times than not my items remained in my cart and now, because I clicked over from the Ebates link I get 6% cash back after I check out as part of my next Big Fat Check.

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If you sign up today HERE you will not only be on your way to earning the easiest cash ever but also be able to snag a FREE $10 gift card to one of your favorite stores!

Raspberry Chia Smoothie Bowl

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December 18, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Raspberry Chia Smoothie Bowl

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I was never a breakfast person until I married my husband. Now, I can not advance forward throughout the day without something heavy in my belly. Often this was a sloppy bagel topped with bacon, egg and cheese but more recently, I have been watching what I have been putting in my gut, after all, this food is the jump start to my day! This Raspberry Chia Smoothie Bowl is so easy and good. Consider adding in a touch of powdered fiber and a touch of flax oil.

Ingredients:

2 cups almond milk
1 banana, sliced
¼ cup oats
2 tbsps maple syrup
1 ½ cup frozen raspberries
½ cup chia seeds

Directions:

In a blender add the milk, banana, oats and,
Pulse until creamy.
Add 1 cup frozen raspberries and the maple syrup.
Pulse and add more maple syrup if desired.
Serve into bowls.
Decorate with the remaining raspberries and chia seeds.

Enjoy.

Tips: Try adding some coconut milk for a tropical kick.

Raspberry Chia Smoothie Bowl

Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 5 minutes
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2 Cups milk
1 Banana, sliced
¼ Cup oats
2 Tbsps maple syrup
1 ½ Cup frozen raspberries
½ Cup chia seeds

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In a blender add the milk, banana, oats and,
Pulse until creamy.
Add 1 cup frozen raspberries and the maple syrup.
Pulse and add more maple syrup if desired.
Serve into bowls.
Decorate with the remaining raspberries and chia seeds.

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Macy’s Clothes and Accessories Sale: as low as $19.73

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December 18, 2017 by FCL Filed Under: Fashion, Online Shopping

Still looking for gift ideas that anyone in the family will love? We have some fabulous ideas included in the current Macy’s clothing an accessories sale – starting as low as $19.73.

I am obsessed with collecting lip products and, since I love Mac makeup, I totally want this lipstick set in my life. Get this Mac Snow Ball Holiday Kit/Snow Ball Full-Size Warm Lipstick Set for just $29.50 + FREE shipping (a $70 value).

Does your husband wear a lot of polos? This is a great time to add to his collection! This Polo Ralph Lauren Men’s Classic-Fit Soft-Touch Cotton Polo is on sale for $49.99 (reg. $85) + FREE shipping.

Have someone who loves Michael Kors in your life? This cozy and trendy Michael Kors Faux-Fur-Trim Belted Down Puffer Coat is a Macy’s exclusive. This is available in three colors for $129.99 (reg. $280) + FREE shipping.

I’m obsessed with cold shoulder clothes, and I totally want this Sequin Hearts 3-Piece Cold-Shoulder Sweater Dress, Duster Vest & Necklace Set for my daughter. This is a steal at $19.73 (reg. $62). Shipping will be free with an order of $49 or more.

Looking for another gift idea for the makeup lover in your life? I love the colors on this Bobbi Brown Bellini Mini Lip Gloss & Eye Palette Compact. This is the perfect stocking stuffer, and you can get this for $34 + FREE shipping ($51 value).

And, if you’re looking for a gorgeous top for dressy events, this INC International ConceptsVelvet-Tie Cold-Shoulder Top created for Macy’s is the perfect option. Get this for $24 (reg. $49.50) after 20% discount. Shipping will be free with an order of $49 or more.

Shop the Macy’s clothing an accessories sale while it’s going on!

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12 Best Insider Tips for Visiting Walt Disney World

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December 17, 2017 by Frugal Coupon Living Writers Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Travel

Are you wondering if there is something you are missing when you visit Walt Disney World? With the parks so spread out and big, there is bound to be something that only an insider knows about… you know, Disney Secrets! We gathered some of the best tips for your next Disney World vacation so you are sure to make the most of your time there.

12 Best Insider Tips for Visiting Walt Disney World

Maybe you have visited Walt Disney World before or maybe this is your first time, either way here are 12 frugal and fun insider tips for your visit to Disney World. You never know, you might find out something new about the huge Walt Disney World parks that end up being a favorite family tradition.

1. Strollers at Walt Disney World: To start off let us talk about getting around the parks with kids and babies. If you have either Magic Kingdom pass, a park hopper pass or other park pass combos you will want to know that bringing a stroller is a good idea for babies and kids, even for bigger kids. There is always stroller parking next to each ride to you won’t’ have to worry about what to do with your stroller when you’re on a ride. A stroller can serve as a place to store snacks and lunches, hats and sunblock and even and place to keep any souvenirs you buy. Be sure to bring something to use as a cover for your stroller because it rains a lot in Orlando area.

2. Fast Pass+ Next, you will want to get your Fast Passes sorted out. A fast pass helps you pass up the long line. Fast Passes available for the most popular rides so you don’t waste all your time waiting in lines. Fast passes do have rules so be sure to read up on them here on the Walt Disney World Fast Pass+ page. The hardest Fast Passes to get are rumored to be the Dwarf Mine Train and Frozen Ever After rides so try for those first thing when you arrive. Be sure to arrive during your Fast Pass + time so you don’t miss your turn to get on your favorite rides.

3. Free Drinks: If you are looking for a quick caffeine fix or just a cold soda pop refresher visit the Club Cool hosted by Coke Cola in Epcot. You can sample a wide assortment of Coke flavors from around the world. By the time you sample all 8 you might not need to buy a drink. Aren’t freebies the best!

4.Visit During the Off Season: Walt Disney World can get very busy during peak times of the year such as spring break and during the summer when kids are out of school. Visiting mid-week on the off season times throughout the year means shorter lines, often cooler weather and more time on rides.

The off season times include the months of January, except the weekend they host the marathon, in
February, except for the long President’s Day weekend, anytime between Labor Day and Thanksgiving, October is fun with all the Haloween decorations and falls right in that time period, and between Easter and Memorial day.

5. Schedule your Disney dining at Least 180 ahead. If you want to get the best deal and to be able to dine with your favorite character be sure to use schedule ahead dining.

6. Ride Swap: Here’s another Disney Secret! Ride swap is for parents with kids or babies who are too small to ride on some of the rides or for kids who just happen to fall asleep. One parent can ride then switch with the other parent without having to wait in line again.

7. Ride Closures: You won’t want to be disappointed so check ahead before scheduling your trip to make sure your favorite ride isn’t closed for maintenance. At any given time 2-3 rides will be closed for rehab.

8. View the Fireworks from the Rides! There are several rides that give you the perfect view of the nightly fireworks show. The lines for these rides almost disappear as the fireworks show is about to begin and it’s more fun seeing the fireworks from a ride than fighting a big crowd near the main street. My favorite view of the fireworks show is from Thunder Mountain.

9. Free Movie & Marshmallows: Every evening at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort you can join Chip ‘n Dale around the camp fire for a sing-a-long and s’mores. Afterwards, enjoy a classic Disney movie under the stars. The best part about it all is that it’s free for everyone, not just those who are staying at the Fort Wilderness Resort.

10. Open the Park: When visiting Disney World arrive early and dress really cute in your matching Disney themed outfits adorned with Mickey’s ears and you have a good chance to be chosen as the family to open the park. It will be an unforgettable experience for the kids.

11. Kids Meals: Our family loves this Disney Secret. Save big money on order a kids size meal. Adults can order a kids size or order an adult size meal and split it since the adult sized meals have generous proportions.

12. Animal Kingdom: Visit the Animal Kingdom in the morning. This is when the animals eat. Most of them will be out for you to see. The kids will love it!