The Frugalista Find

Zulily is a daily deals site for moms, babies, and kids with lots of great brands like Melissa and Doug, WeeSqueak, and Mud Pie! Sign up and you can use this $10 off of $30 coupon code (BABIES10) at checkout through January 31st!

GAP currently has a great sale going on in stores: additional 50% off already marked down clearance items and 30% off kids items. If you can make it in today to check out those deals, you'll avoid the mob that's sure to be at the mall on Saturday!

Thanks, Grace!

Save an extra 15% with Subscribe & Save drops to $22.22 ($0.82 / oz). Enter the code VANKCUP5 at checkout to get another 10% off, bringing your total savings to 25% savings! If you're a subscriber to Amazon Prime or Amazon Mom, you'll get free shipping. Or if you order enough to meet the $50 free shipping threshold. BE SURE to go to your account and unsubscribe for the k-cups or you will be charged monthly for them and they will automatically be shipped to you.

The word on the street is that this 8-piece bedding set is only $19.98 in Target stores. If you're not close to a Target, you can call ahead and see if they are able to check their stock for you. Otherwise, if you don't find it in your Target, you can always enjoy perusing the Dollar Bins!

Get a free sample of Cover Girl's NatureLuxe foundation here.

This is a good deal for Lansinoh Breastmilk Storage Bags, 25-Count Boxes (Pack of 3). If you are a member of Amazon Mom, you can use subscribe and save to get this 3 pack for $9.69. Just be sure to unsubscribe unless you want to continue being charged for and receiving the 3 pack.

If you are in the South Eastern United States, you can go here for a free sample of John Frieda's Frizz Ease Shampoo.

Go here for a free sample of Seventh Generation Dish Soap.

Thanks to all of the friends that let me know about this! If you head to Groupon today, you can get a $30 gift card for Bath & Body Works for $15 at Cincinnati, OH and Lexington, KY. There is high traffic volume right now, but try back in a bit if you are unable to log on. UPDATE: You can still make a purchase without logging on to groupon. You can even purchase using any groupon referral $ you might have.

If you're new to Groupon, or just want some Groupon tips, check out this post.

Since I missed out on the first few months of gifts to grow points when my first little one was born, the Pampers GTG program is one of the first things I tell soon-to-be-mommies about! If you haven't signed up yet, please do and you can get on your way to earning rewards from codes posted on Frugalista Find and the stckers on the bags of Pampers diapers you find. It's very easy!

Here's a few GTG codes to get you started:
VMF776C7HMXXT4A - 42 points
GTGCOUPONPOINTS - 10 pts
newwipespackage - 10 pts
GTGWELCOME10PTS - 10 pts
CONGRATS2NEWMOM - 10 pts
2BEGINEARNING50 - 50 pts
PAMPERSGTG10PTS - 10 pts
10PTSFREECODE4U - 10 pts
PUNTOSPARAMI123 - 10 pts
PAMPERS4MOMSOND - 10 pts
GETSTARTEDNOW10 - 10 pts
CAREFORNEWBORNS - 10 pts

Sometimes getting the most bang for your buck takes a bit of extra effort, but the pay off is worth it in this case if you're in the market for disposable diapers.

Here's the step by step process to get some amazing deals on diapers.

1. Sign up for Amazon Mom. Head to amazon and type "amazon mom" into the search bar. Next to the pacifier icon will be a "Save with Amazon Mom" link. You'll go there to sign up.

2. Get your hands on an amazon.com diapers/wipes coupon or $10 coupon. Parents magazine has had an amazon coupon in it for the last few months. The most recent issue had a $10 off coupon for anything bought in the baby department on amazon.com. Previous issues have contained 20% off coupons. BabyTalk magazine, which you can get for free here also has the $10 off coupon. You might be able to pick up a copy at a pediatrician or OBGYN office.

3. Search for your diaper of choice on amazon, whether that's Pampers, Huggies, or Luvs. Be sure to find the Amazon Prime logo under your product of choice to ensure you get FREE SHIPPING!

4. Choose the Subscribe and Save option to get 30% of the diaper and size of your choice- you will cancel this later.

5. Place your order and do not forget to put in your coupon code! Also, be sure to choose the free 2 day shipping your eligible for through Amazon Mom.

6. Click on your account link to unsubscribe from the diapers you purchased. If you don't, you'll be getting another package in a month, and will be automatically charged for them.

Please let me know if you have any questions and I will do my best to clarify the process. Also, if you do order diapers from amazon, and wouldn't mind using my amazon links on the upper right hand corner of the page, I get a small commission for the purchase... which I will probably use to buy more diapers! We've got a little one on the way and I'm already stocking up while I can use these amazing coupons and deals on amazon.

Pampers Swaddlers Sensitive Diapers, Size 2, 152 Count

For those of you who have gluten-free diets in your household, you can get KIND Fruit & Nut, Fruit & Nut Delight, All Natural, Gluten Free Bars (Pack of 12) for as low as $11.13.

Sign up for Subscribe & Save for 15% off to bring price to $11.83
Use code KINDNYNY at checkout for additional 5% off to bring price to $11.13

If you're a member of Amazon Mom or Amazon Prime, you'll get free shipping, as well.

You know how I love to stock up on free samples!! Here's a free sample of Dove Daily Treatment Conditioner .

If you're a Huggies fan, this one is for you. Hayneedle.com has select Huggies diapers on sale for 70% off when you use the code HAYBABY. I believe there is also free shipping. Let me know if you find out otherwise!

Head here and add at least $20 of Bausch and Lomb products to your cart. Apply code FBBL at checkout for 50% off (up to $10). If you spend at least $25 before the coupon code (or $15 after the code) you will also get free shipping. Thanks soap.com!

The first Friday in February many dental offices around the U.S. will be providing free dental care for children of low-income families. Go here for more information.

Head here to get a free 15-count box of gallon size Ziploc® Brand Freezer Gallon Bags with the Smart Zip™ Seal. The first 2,500 eligible registrants will receive one box of Ziploc^® Brand Freezer Gallon Bags with the Smart Zip™ Seal.

You can only print this coupon TODAY (1.11.11) and you can only use it TOMORROW (1.12.11). Here's a coupon for a free fruit and maple oatmeal from McDonald's for the New York Tri-State Area. I printed oiut 3, one for each family member, because the coupon says one per person. http://www.mcdonaldsnytristate.com/coupon/twitter

After a very successful trip to the grocery store this week, my husband did a little bragging on my coupon skills on Facebook. I've gotten a lot of questions about where I get my coupons from and I'm going to give you the long and the short answers in this post. There's no magic to it, I've just been through a lot of trial and error in the couponing world and figured out what works for me.

First, the most obvious answer for coupon location is the newspaper. We used to get the Sunday paper every week. Loved the coupons, but hated the mess it created when trying to forage through it all. If you've got a lot of space you can devote to couponing, or you have a high tolerance for paper clutter being strewn out on your dining table, go for it. I still get coupon inserts from a friend every once in a while once she's gone through them and picked out her favorites and use them when I can.

You can pick up a free paper on Sunday afternoons at your local Starbucks (or wherever people have coffee on Sundays). Most grad students and middle-aged men that read the newspaper are not dragging them home after they've enjoyed their Venti Caramel Macchiato, so they lovingly leave it on the table just for you coupon-addicts. Ask the barista or clerk if they mind you cleaning up the leftover newspapers off of the tables for them. I'm sure they won't mind.

If you've got any neighbors that get the paper, and if you're friendly enough with them, you can ask if they'd mind passing on their coupon inserts that they don't use. Just be sure to thank them and stop by with a free bag of coffee you scored.

As for me, I prefer to print out all of my coupons from various websites, and I'll outline that process to make it as simple as possible for you.

1. I start out at http://moneysavingmom.com/store_deals/store-deals-full-list and find the store at which I plan to do my shopping that week.

2. Click on that store link! This will take you to a brief list of coupon and sale "match-ups." A matchup is simply the biggest bang for your buck, and it what you will usually see listed on most of the sites.

3. At the bottom of that list, you will see a link that says "See the full list of deals at ShopRite this week here." Click on that link!

4. If this store is where you ALWAYS do your grocery shopping, bookmark that page so you don't have to go through moneysavingmom.com each time. (But be sure to frequent money saving mom for fun deals and great tips for managing money and time!)

5. Now that you've got the full list of "match-ups" for the circular week at your favorite store, you've gotten to the fun part. Remember, you do NOT have to buy everything that is on sale and has a coupon. Buying fruit snacks when you don't have a 6 year old or a bag of prunes when... well, when you don't need them is not saving you money.

6. Here's the break down of the standard match-up post :

Maxwell House International Coffee - $2.49 This is the name of the product and it's current sale price.

use $1/1 Maxwell House Coffee printable This is a link to a coupon that is for $1off of 1 Maxwell House Coffee

or use $1/1 Maxwell House Coffee or International Cafe (RP 11/14/10) This is showing you that there was a coupon in the Red Plum insert on 11/14/10 for $1 off of 1 Maxwell House Coffee

or use $0.75/1 Maxwell House International Cafe, exp. 12-31-10 (SS 10/10/10) This is showing you that there was a coupon in the Smart Source insert on 10/10/10 for $.75 off of 1 Maxwell House Coffee

or buy 2 and use $1/2 Maxwell House Coffee or International Cafe (RP 11/14/10)

or use $0.50/1 Maxwell House Coffee or International Cafe (RP 11/14/10)

or buy 2 and use $1/2 Maxwell House printable This is a link to another online coupon for $1 off of 2 containers of Maxwell House Coffee

as low as $0.99 each after coupon This is telling you the final price you will get if you use the highest dollar coupon when you purchase.

~This match-up is from livingrichwithcoupons.com.

7. When you click on the link of the online coupons, you will be redirected to a variety of sites. It might be coupons.com or a site specific to the product or brand of the product. If you are directed to a site such as coupons.com, sometimes the coupon you need will only be under certain zip codes. One is usually listed for you in the match-up.

8. You will often have to look for the coupon. It might not be on the first page of the site you've been directed to, but be patient and look from page to page. Remember the hundreds of dollars (seriously, hundreds) you can save a month with the time you are taking to find that coupon that will get you free pasta.

9. Have your printed connected and ready BEFORE you clock "print my coupons." Sometimes you only get one chance.

10. Usually the first time you print from a particular website, you will be prompted to download a "coupon printer" or the like. You have to down;pad this if you want coupons from that site, but use discretion. I have yet to download anything malicious from these sites, but be sure your anti-virus software is up to date and that you trust the site from which you're downloading.

11. Print and cut and cut and cut. Someone suggested getting ergonomically designed scissors for this process, and I agree that they are a must if you are diving full force into the coupon=clipping world.

12. Hit your back button and print again!! Some sites with single coupons allow you to hit the back button once or twice and print multiples of the coupon. But, don't worry, they'll let you know when you've reached your limit. For sites such as coupons.com, go back to the main page and check off and print your coupons again until you have the desired number or until you reached your print limit. You can use any additional computers at your disposal to get even more coupons if you so desire. Just be prepared to go through the same process when you get on the next computer.

I'm sure there are tidbits I've left out or questions you might have, so please PLEASE leave a comment and I will address your questions in this post or another, if applicable.

Spruce up your guestroom -or the air mattress on your living room floor- with one of three 5-piece quilt sets for only $14.99. Get them shipped to your store for free!

Another Amazon Steal on today, this cool, modern Plan Toy Arabian Rocking Horse for only $21! This is 70% off the original price, making it a Frugalista Find.

If you're new to Groupon, or just want some Groupon tips, check out this post.

North Jersey: $10 for $20 worth of Baked Goods at Butterflake Bakery in Teanek. ALSO $20 for $40 Worth of Holiday Decorations, Plants, and Garden Accessories at Gro-Rite Greenhouse & Garden Center in Linkin Park and Belvidere.

Central Jersey: $30 for a One-Month Trial Membership at CAN DO Fitness ($99 Value) in Princeton, Edgewater, and Short Hills.

Nashville: $10 for $20 Worth of Classic American Eats and Drinks at 417 Union.

Louisville: $15 for $30 Worth of Sushi and Japanese Cuisine at Kobe Japanese Steakhouse in Jeffersonville.

Charlotte: $10 for $20 Worth of Burritos, Tacos, and More at El Vallarta

Columbia, SC: $35 for a One-Hour Massage at Divine Massage Therapy

NATIONAL: For many of these deals, look on the right hand side-bar to find them.

Calgary, Canada: $25 for $50 Worth of Current Fashions at American Apparel. Choose Between Two Options. This may only work in Canadian stores, but might work for American Apparel online store. Check the "comments" section to see if any details are posted.

Charleston: $1 for 3 DVD rentals from Redbox.

Philadelphia: $45 for a Six-Bottle Tasting Pack Shipped to Your Door from MyWinesDirect.com (Up to $90 Value).

Here's a great deal from SnapFish!!

2011 is only weeks away, so let us help you get ready with this incredible deal! Create one of our bestselling 12" x 12" wall calendars and get two 12" x 12" calendars for FREE! Nope, we're not kidding – that's 3 calendars for the price of 1!

Just put three 12" x 12" calendars in your cart and use code MERRY1215 at checkout before 11:59 p.m. PST on December 14.

Have Kai-Lan fan in your house? We do! Toys R Us has a great one-day deal on this play set, only $8.74, down from $34.99!! TODAY ONLY!

If you're still in the midst of Christmas shopping, here's a great deal on Play-Doh School Bus Back-to-School 24pk for only $7.49.

I don't usually post about particular items that are not on sale, but I just have to brag about this Stainless-Steel Vacuum Bottle from L.L. Bean. AND, I'll tell you how it saves us money. L.L. Bean has a no minimum purchase, free shipping special special going on right now. Plus, if you spend $50, you get a $10 gift card.

We received this as a gift, and it's been one of the most useful gifts ever. It will keep coffee piping hot ALL DAY LONG. If you're careful to get your coffee in your cup and seal it back up quickly, you'll enjoy a hot cup of coffee for as long as you've got some in your thermos. We've even poured a cup more than 24 hours after we put the coffee in the thermos and it's been nice and warm.

How it saves us money:

When we travel long distances - which is several times a year since most of my family lives about 1000 or more miles away - we fill this vacuum bottle up with piping hot coffee right before we walk out the door for our road trip. Along with a bag full of yummy granola bars and other snacks we purchased at the local dollar store, our awesome coffee thermos helps us stave off the temptation to spend $10 on junky snacks and sugary coffee drinks every time we stop to refuel. And when one of us starts to get a little sleepy later at night, we crank up the music and - you guessed it - pour a hot cup of coffee.

So if you have a tea/coffee/hot chocolate lover on your gift list, this could be a wonderful gift for them. The lid doubles as a cup, and it would be great for someone who works outside, road trips, has a long commute, or is confined to a desk (or classroom) all day and doesn't have access to free hot drinks.

Last year, thanks to some great photos my photog friend, Vanessa, took we made some really cute photo cards at shutterfly.com. Here's what I created:

As a Christian, it was important to me that the cards we chose say "Christmas" and there were so many options to chose from on Shutterfly. There are even some sweet cards with nativity scenes. I love the wide array of styles from the very traditional to the funky and modern. Last year we got the cutest photo Christmas card in the mail and I immediately recognized the quality and style of the card to be Shutterfly! Whether you choose the glossy or matte style, you can count on the quality to be beyond your expectations.

AND, to make this a Frugalista Find, you can always find a coupon code or a sale for Shutterfly. Right now their Christmas Cards are 30% off and you can get the same type of photo card I ordered last year for only $.32. ENJOY!

Do you have a blog? Fidn out how you can get an even better deal from Shutterfly here.

I just had to take a break from my What A Hoot Boutique work to post these 2 deals because I want you all to be able to take advantage of them if you're shopping for toddlers and little boys this year!

First, Walmart.com has the 100 piece Value Bucket of Mega Blocks for only $10 today with $.97 shipping! This rivals the Black Friday deal I saw at Target. So if you didn't brave those crazy crowds, here's your chance to get that deal and not even step foot out your door.

Next, Target.com has some of their LEGO sets 33% off today only with FREE SHIPPING. Use the coupon code ER5PVIIO to get an additional 10% off.

SUPER BONUS: Use ShoptAtHome's extended Cyber Monday deals and get 5% cash back from Walmart and 10% cash back from Target. If it's your first time using ShopAtHome, you'll also get $5.

HAPPY HANUKKAH!!!

If you're in the market for some baby gear, The Foundary has some deals on Chicco items. I like the modern print on this play yard! They also have A LOT of other items like a 2 piece Santoku and pairing Top Chef Knife set for $22, which would be great for the wannabe chef in your life.

RueLaLa has some great finds on Vera Bradley today, so head over there and see if you can find a great Christmas gift.

If you "like" Wholly Guacamole" on facebook, you can get a coupon for $4 off any Wholly Guacamole Product. I was only able to find a small package of guacamole at my local ShopRite, for $2.97, so it was free! They also have tubs of guacamole and some great salsa available at some stores.

*** Unfortunately, the word on the web is that TRU ran out of gift cards. With the mail in rebates, you can still get some games for only $1. Still a Frugalista Find!***

Get 4-8 Different Hasbro Games FREE after Gift Card, Mail in Rebate, rewards at ToysRus stores.

This week (11/7 - 11/13), ToysRus has an in store promotion where you can get a FREE $10 Gift card with ANY hasbro games purchase of $35 or more. The $35 is calculated based on REGULAR PRICE not sale price. The sale price is $5 for many of the games.

Combine it with http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=2355071&sdop=1&sdfid=9&u2=http://trus.imageg.net/graphics/corp/HasbroGameNightRebateForm.pdf, and 10% holidays rewards promotion, you can get free or cheap games.

Buy 1 of each game (Reg $9.99 Sale: $5.00):
Cootie - $5
Don't break the ice - $5
Ants in the pants - $5
Don't spill the beans - $5

Total: 4*$5 = $20 (Reg $39.96)

get back $10 Gift card + $8 MIR (4*$2 for each game) + $2 (10% rewards)

= FREE + tax

Another combination is

Candy Land - $3
Chutes and Ladders - $3
Memory - $3
Hi Ho Cherry O - $5

Total = $16

= $16 (Reg $40.96)

get back $10 Gift card + $8 MIR (4*$2 for each game) + $1.6 (10% rewards)

Check out the Joovy Caboose Stand On Tandem Stroller for only $100 shipped in Orange or Apple Green. The little one site in the front and the toddler stands on the back! Has a universal infant car seat attachment, which means you can use this handy dandy thing from day one.

Joovy Caboose Stand On Tandem Stroller, Orange

Get this huge 100 piece high-quality Melissa & Doug Safari Floor Puzzle for only $5.87 shipped. Once together, measures 6.7" x 6.5" x 4.7".

Melissa & Doug Safari Floor Puzzle 100 pcs

Have guests coming in town for the holidays and don't have nice towels to put out for them? Here's a great deal on a nice set of Pike Street 100-Percent Egyptian Cotton 725-Gram 6-Piece Towel Set, White. There are several different colors, but only the white towels are $18.55. Other-color sets range from $22.99 to $24.99. Still not a bad deal!

Pike Street 100-Percent Egyptian Cotton 725-Gram 6-Piece Towel Set, White

With cold (I've got one now!) and flu season now in full swing, take advantage of this $2 off printable coupon for a Tylenol Cold and Flu product.

Get a free drink and a free individual side with the purchase of a Doublicious with this printable coupon.

Today at GAP, there's a way to get a free pair of jeans (which have probably been snatched up pretty quickly) or a 40% off coupon. Go here to find out more!

Thanks, Jamie!

This is the lowest I've seen this in over a year and a half, and I've been checking! Get your Real Simple subscription for only $10.

The Blind Side DVD is only $10.49. Not bad at all! Free shipping if you've signed up for Amazon Mom or Amazon Prime.

In our household, we like to take advantage of the sweet deals you can get by purchasing a factory refurbished or reconditioned items. We have a flat screen TV we got for about half of the regular cost, 1 cell phone for half off, and my cell phone for free just by searching out refurbished items. Most of the time, the items come with the FULL warranty as if you bought it brand new. In addition, I like to think extra care has gone into the refurbished item since it has been fixed and re-inspected before it's on the market again.

I say all that to let you in on a hot deal for a Factory-Reconditioned KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Mixers. $173.99!!! These are usually sold for $250+. Maybe you've been holding out on getting one of these like I have. If so, maybe this is your chance.

A new daily deal site focusing on home goods, rather than fashion as most do, The Foundary! Sign up and refer your friends, get $1 for each friend that sign up! Sweet Frugalista Find.

Vintage art prints, kitchen items, ottomans, throw pillows, bedding sets, etc. Enjoy!

Shop at this link to take advantage of a Buy 2, Get 1 promotion at Target.com until November 6th! Also, apply 10% off code TIKJY4K6.

Go through Shop At Home and get another 5% back plus $5 if it's your first time using them.

Or give ebates a try and get 3% cash back. Sometimes ebates will double Target's cash back to 6%.

Head on over to Volunteer Traditions and check out their unique ties and belts for the Southern guy in your life! Use this 20% off discount code until November 9th! fontenot

If you've followed this blog at all, you know I'm a Melissa & Doug fan! Since we're planning on getting our little one a play kitchen for Christmas, I've been keeping my eye out for quality play food items and the best prices on amazon. Amazon usually has THE best price on toys if you are looking for specific brands or items. Especially if you get free shipping!

The current "best deal" is a Melissa & Doug Bake and Decorate Cupcake Set which is 43% off and only $11.43! If you're an Amazon Mom member, you get free shipping. Signing up for Amazon Mom is free. Just search "Amazon Mom" in the search bar of amazon.com and click on the "Save with Amazon Mom" link by the green pacifier icon. You get free shipping on items that are marked "Prime." I ordered 2 of these, saving one for a birthday gift. If it's in your budget to do so, I recommend stocking up on birthday gifts when you find an unbeatable deal on a quality product. Then you won't end up blowing your budget on a last minute purchase when you don't have time to look for the best price.

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Head on over to Plum District and get their deal of the day, $25 for $50 Worth of Any Merchandise on Shop Zoolu! Plum District is similar to groupon, featuring several different deals each day, some nation-wide, some for local areas.

Shop Zoolu has some really great stuff on the site, such as Melissa and Doug toys, nursing covers, and unique baby gear. Enjoy!

Head here at 12 p.m. EST for a free sample of Purex 3-in-1 detergent, softener, and anti-static! I'm sure they'll go fast.

Snag this sample of U Kotex items here. My favorite place for stashing samples? The guest bathroom and the glove compartment.

TODAY ONLY, Old Navy has all performance fleece vests on sale for $5. There's a limit of 5 per customer, so bring a friend, a spouse, your mom!

Free Christmas book about the nativity here.

For Border's Rewards members (membership is free), you can print out this 40% off coupon for use on any 1 item, expiring 10.25. Hello, Christmas present!!

If you haven't signed up for RueLaLa, you can do so today and get a $20 credit to your account! This is a discount website for designer items. Everythign from dresses to shoes to ties, etc.

If you're on the organic track, I know it can get expensive! Here's a B2G1 coupon link for Sprout Organic Baby Food.

After a self-imposed (husband-requested) hiatus, I'm going to jump back in to blogging. My little business, What A Hoot Boutique, gets really busy when the holidays arrive, and I only have a couple of hours in the day that I like to devote to "business." On the days I don't have a lot of orders to fill, I'll try to get on here to post some great deals and freebies. I'm in between Pumpkin and Baby Jesus shirt making right now, so you're in luck :o)

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Friday, January 28, 2011

GAP currently has a great sale going on in stores: additional 50% off already marked down clearance items and 30% off kids items. If you can make it in today to check out those deals, you'll avoid the mob that's sure to be at the mall on Saturday!

Thanks, Grace!

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