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Guest Post – Make Your Own Dishwasher Detergent

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by Filed Under: Uncategorized

published date: September 10, 2009
modified datt: September 10,2009

Make Your Own Dishwasher Detergent

I have tons of inexpensive and free dishwasher detergent that I have been able to stock up on over the past few months. However, some of my friends who have just started couponing don’t. So, I researched and have tried an inexpensive dishwasher detergent that you can make on your own. I actually think that it works better than store brands.
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Mix 1 tablespoon borax with 1 tablespoon baking soda. Add it to your dishwasher and you are ready to go. Since it is equal 1 to 1 parts, you can make up a bunch ahead quickly and you can store it away from kids and animals so that it is just as convenient to use as your store bought dishwasher detergents. Also, this is phosphate free and doesn’t emit chlorine gas, so it is environmentally friendlier as well.
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Hope this budget saving tip helps you to save some money!
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So What Did I Do Sunday?

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by Filed Under: Crafts

published date: September 07, 2009
modified datt: September 07,2009

I laid on the couch and watched meaningless TV (my parents were so nice to take our daughter to the beach so my husband and I could enjoy one last weekend of rest), I delivered a yucky cold (not a baby), and I worked on hair bows. With two little girls coming into the home, hair bows can get lost and worn. Wondering how to make your own hair bows, check out Fly Through Our Window’s Tutorial on making Hair bows Here. Darby, a girl friend of mine (I had to take some ownership) also has some other great tutorials including Eyelet Sock Tutorial, Fixed Roman Shades, and a Pleated Apron. You can see all her tutorials Here. I am not much of a sewer myself so I stick to the hot glue gun and ribbon activities…but Darby on the other hand has some genuine talent!
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This is my bow display in each daughter’s room below. There a mix of bows I made, Stephanie made and ones that are store bought. To make the holder, it was VERY easy. I bought a frame at Micheal’s (one that doesn’t have a back – I even used the 40% off coupon.) I lined the back with 5 ribbons for which I clip by bows to after each use. A very cheap, very expensive looking craft.


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IKEA- Kids Eat FREE –

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by Filed Under: Free

published date: September 02, 2009
modified datt: September 02,2009

This weekend (Labor Day Weekend), kids eat free at IKEA. Choose any THREE kid-sized items to create a meal including five meatballs, Mac and Cheese, PBJ sandwich, kid’s yogurt, two cookies, chocolate milk, and more! No adult purchase necessary. This offer is for kis under 12 years old only. Call your local IKEA store to make sure they are participating. Thanks, Financially Fit Mom.


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Still Available – FREE Precious Places Movie

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by Filed Under: Free, Kids

published date: September 01, 2009
modified datt: September 01,2009

Little princess are going to love their mommy for this. Go Here to request your FREE copy of Mattel’s “The Princesses Save the Ball” DVD. No cost for shipping but it will take 12 – 14 weeks to arrive. Thanks, Living Rich with Coupons


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FREE Sample of Betty Crocker Instant Potatoes

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by Filed Under: Free

published date: August 31, 2009
modified datt: August 31,2009

Get a FREE sample of Betty Crocker Instant Potatoes Here. You can choose from Garlic or Au Gratin. Thanks, Coupon Dad!


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Walgreens Photo Deals This Week

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by Filed Under: Walgreens

published date: August 31, 2009
modified datt: August 31,2009

Walgreens

This week as Walgreens when Buy 30 Prints, get 15 prints for FREE. Use Code GET15FREE at checkout! You can also get $.10 prints when you purchase 50 or more prints. Enter the code CATCH at checkout. Both offers ar good until September 5. Ship to your store to get FREE shipping. Go Here to get started.
Thanks Mommy Snacks.


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Fred Meyer Deals 8/30 – 9/5

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by Filed Under: Fred Meyer

published date: August 31, 2009
modified datt: August 31,2009


Christy at The Bargain Jargon has your Fred Meyer deals this week.
Below are some highlights.

Dannon Crush Cups or Danimals 1.88
1.00 coupon from 8/30 SS insert
Final Price = .88
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Activa yogurt 1.88
1.00 coupon from 8/30 SS insert
Final Price = .88
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Dannon Light & Fit 6-pack yogurt 1.88
1.00 coupon from 8/30 SS insert
Final Price = .88
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Purex Liquid laundry detergent 2.50
.35 coupon from 8/16 SS insert
Final Price = 2.15
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Campbell’s Soup in Hand 10/$10 (Extra Saving book coupon)
1.00/2 coupon from 8/30 SS insert
Final Price = .50 each when you buy 2
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Paint Deal
Dutch Boy Dirt Fighter Paint has a $5 mail in rebate (see store for details)
+ there are some great email coupons that make buying paint a super deal.
Buy Dutch Boy Flat paint 14.99 (other varieties also available)
-5.00 MIR
-2.00 Printable coupon
+ use FREE 3 pack Roller coupons
Final Price = 7.99 for gallon of paint & 3 rollers after coupons & rebate

For more great deals or questions on Christy’s list, vist The Bargain Jargon.
Thanks, Christy.


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Staples – FREE PC Tune Up

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by Filed Under: Uncategorized

published date: August 31, 2009
modified datt: August 31,2009

Get a free PC Tune Up ($29.99 value) from Staples Here.Valid in stores only, through 9/19/09. Thanks, Mama Cheaps.


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