CVS Photo Deal

The 8x10 Kodak pictures are B1G1F ($6.99) this week (5/21-5/27)
Use (2) $3/1 Kodak MQ (4/27 SS)
Get 2 8x10's for $.99!

Kyle's Online Coupons

It's that time again! Kyle is back this week with some Great Frugal Decorating Ideas!!

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My wife and I have been doing some home decorating projects the past few weeks. Which means she has been telling me what to do I have been temporarily obliging. We updated some family pictures hanging on the walls with new frames, painted the family room, and added some new decor to our bathrooms. We didn't spend much money doing these things. We do all the painting ourselves and pick up a lot of our wall decor and various home decor at yard sales, thrift stores, and at Target.com or All Posters.com. Here are a few of my favorite ways to decorate without breaking the bank.

~ De-Clutter and Organize - I walked into a friend's family room a couple weeks ago and said, "Wow, I like what you guys did in here. Is this coffee table new?" She said, "No, we just organized and got rid of a lot of clutter." It totally blew me away. Before you do anything major to a room, first simplify the space by getting rid of clutter, toys, dust collectors, and knick-knacks. I think you will be amazed at the difference it makes. As it turns out, their coffee table was not new, you could just see it now!

~ Find The DaVinci In You - One of the frugaliest ways to change the look of a room is to paint it yourself. If you have a Home Depot in the town you live in, go there on weekends (typically Saturday mornings), and take advantage of their free paint classes. They teach techniques like faux painting and how to pick the right color for your room.

~ Try Re-Arranging First - Instead of going out and buying a bunch of new stuff, first try re-arranging the furniture and wall decor that you do have. You just may be amazed at how much you like the new look.

Please feel free to add to my list! Looking forward to your ideas and comments. Here are some online coupons that hopefully can save you some money on your next decorating project.

All Posters.com
Save 20% Off your Entire Online Purchase
Coupon Code: 82P20
Expiration: 6/20/08
See All: All Posters Coupon Codes

Home Depot.com
Free Ground Shipping on your $49+ Online Order
Coupon Code: None Needed
Expiration: 6/18/08
See All: Home Depot Coupon Codes

JCPenney.com
Free Shipping on your $49+ Online Order
Coupon Code: MEMORIAL
Expiration: 5/27/08
See All: JCPenney Coupon Codes

Organize.com
Save $5 Off your $50+ Online Order
Coupon Code: SC1283
Expiration: 5/31/08
See All: Organize.com Coupon Codes

Bare Walls.com
Save 10% Off All Framed Art and Prints
Coupon Code: RTHRBFR
Expiration: 5/31/08
See All: Bare Walls Coupon Codes

Lamps Plus.com
Save $5 Off your $50+ Online Order
Coupon Code: 24AFFDC6
Expiration: 5/31/08
See All: Lamps Plus Coupon Codes

BlindsGalore.com
Save 15% Off your $400+ Online Order + Free Shipping
Coupon Code: NATURAL
Expiration: 5/27/08
See All: Blinds Galore Coupon Codes

Target.com
Save $5 Off your $50+ Online Purchase (Discount Appears at Checkout)
Coupon Code: None Needed
Expiration: 6/30/08
See All: Target Coupon Codes

Posted by Kyle @ Rather Be Shopping

Free Family Summer Fun!

Trying to find something fun & productive (don't forget inexpensive!) for the kids during the summer months are always a challenge for us. Each summer the kids want to do/go somewhere but we usually cannot afford the expensive camps and art classes, so we usually try to find parks & playgrounds to go to. Reader Jill sent us this idea which is perfect (and affordble,lol!):

When school's out, kids around the country can visit selected Regal theatres for the Free Family Film Festival. It's a fun-filled nine weeks of movies for kids and parents. Since 1991, Regal has provided this service to the community, and best of all it's FREE!
Selected G & PG movies start at 10AM each Tuesday and Wednesday during the festival. First-come, first-served seating is limited to theatre capacity. The Free Family Film Festival is safe, lots of fun and a great way for kids to spend a weekday morning in the summer.

You can see the Summer Schedule here.

The movies are pretty costly these days and are a RARE treat at my house. I really can't see spending $40 just for us to go out so this is a great deal that you can't beat!

Anyone else have any other Frugal fun Summer Ideas? We really do need some ideas!!

$10 off $10 at The Bodyshop

I know somebody who knows somebody that found out about this great deal:

Use $10 off Any $10 Purchase at The Body Shop
Visit http:// The Body Shop and enter code BODYSHOP to get this deal.

The men's shaving cream pictured $10!

~Thanks ladies for the great find:)

Don't Forget!

Thanks to Common Sense with Money for reminding us that this weekend will be a NO COUPON weekend in the papers due to Memorial Day! So your money:)

However, the next week there should be more inserts!!

Thanks Mercedes!

Walgreens Printable

Print your own $5/$20 Printable good for Friday, May 23rd only!! If you haven't gone to Walgreen's yet this week, tomorrow is the day to do it:)

(Thanks Lisa @ Cents to Save!)

Tums Quick Pack Moneymaker at CVS

The 24 pk of Tums Quik Pak is on sale for $4.69 (monthly deal) and earn $4.69 in ECB's making it free. Combine w/the mail in rebate form that came in 5/18 SmartSource inserts and make a profit of $4.69!

Free Edge Shave Gel

With all the free razors we've been getting its nice to get some shaving cream to go with them!

The Trial Sized Edge Shaving Gel is $.99 w/ in ad coupon
Use $1 Printable (you can print 2 from a computer)
= Free

(Thanks Megan for the tip!)

Printables

Get some great Coupons! Click here to print 2 of each of the following Nestle coupons:

* $0.55/1 - Any Toll House Morsels
* $1/1 - Any Juicy Juice
* $1/1 - Any Toll House Refrigerated Cookie Dough
* $1/1 - Carnation Instant Breakfast
* $1/2 - Nestle Crunch, Butterfinger or Baby Ruth Fun Size Candy
* $1/1 - Stouffer's Family or Party Size meals

(Thanks Marcy!)

Target Deals Week of 5/18-5/24

Here a few items this week from Target!

GE Energy Smart Lightbulb $3.89
Use $1 printable.
Combine with $2/1 Target coupon
= $.89

Select Lays Chips,Cheetos Baked Cracker Trax & Cracker Crisps $3
Use $1/1 MQ (5/18 SS)
Combine with $1/1 Target coupon
= $1 a bag!

Band Aids (10 ct box) $.99
Use $1 MQ (5/18 RP)
= Free!

Kraft Mayonnaise or Miracle Whip $1.67 (def gonna need may for Memorial Day!)

Meow Mix Market Select Cup (2.75 oz) $.66
Use $.65/1 MQ (5/18 RP)
= $.01 or almost free kitty food!

Mitchum Deodorant $1.99
Use $.75/1 MQ (4/6 SS)
= $1.24

Rold Gold Pretzels $1.88

Yoplait Go Gurt assorted varieties $2.33
Buy 2, Use $1/2 MQ (5/11 SS)
= 2/$3.66

Travel Size All Small and Mighty $1
Use $1 Printable
= Free

Travel Size Degree Deodorant $.99
Use $1/1 MQ
= Free

Trial Size Schick Razors $.97
Use $2/1 MQ ( 5/11 SS)
= Free plus possible overage! (Thanks MSM!)

Denise has more Target Deals here!

Free Ice Cream!

Baskins & Robbins is hosting another great event tomorrow the 21st, for mothers to be: "Bump Day"!

If your an expecting mommy, enjoy a Free 3 oz. cup or cone of Baskin-Robbins new Soft Serve from 11 am to 10 pm at select 1,000 Baskin-Robbins stores in California, Chicago, New York, Nashville, and El Paso (limit one per expectant mother, while supplies last).

Unfortunately I won't be able to get in on this one--- but then again that is a good thing right? Lord knows I am quite busy enough with a tween, a mid tween and my 2 yr old!

A New Feature and a Giveaway!

You see the header? I made it myself, I did! It took me almost 10 hours to get it right but I finally did it!! I still need to tweak it just a bit more though:)

So the reason behind the banner? Each week we are going to be setting up a Mr. Linky for everyone to post their Shopping Trips and their Weekly Savings Stories. I always love hearing about how much everyone saves as it can inspire others who are new to using Coupons and Frugality! The posts will help serve as a reminder as to why we sometimes go without and that the hard work we put into saving is truly rewarding and worthwhile!

Each Tuesday (I chose Tuesdays so that we can all get a bit of ispiration in the beginning of the week to help us get through the week!)we will put up the Mr Linky for you to post your savings story. It can be on anything not just the Groceries or on "CVS Deals". It doesn't have to be the same week as well, I understand that its only Tuesday! Did you save money on your electric bill last month? Tell us how and how much, we are here to inspire others with creatives means of saving any way we can.Did you get a great deal online? Share your story with everyone here!

This is a 2 part feature as well. After everyone has posted their awesome stories, at the end of the week, we will pick a person who has done some "Super Savings" and award them with a Blog Award to prominently display on your blog (currently under construction) as well send a small gift such as an envelope of coupons, a book, etc. I think everyone should be rewarded for their hard work and great savings!

How to enter each week:

Just post about your Super Saving Story on your blog and be sure to grab our header for your post. (if you need help on how to get the banner, email me and I'll help!)

Link back to us in your post.

Come back here and put your link in Mr Linky. The links will be closed on Saturday @ 8 pm EST so you will have plenty of time to get your deals!

Sit back and watch for the Savings Stories of others to get inspired!

On Sundays, we will pick a winner who has the best and or creative story for the Bloggy Award and send their gift that week! We will also put their story up on SisterlySavings on Mondays for everyone to check out!

Let the fun begin: This week, we are giving away 2 Copies of the CouponMom's book :"The Greatest Secrets of the CouponMom". Its a wonderful resource for anyone just starting out or needing a referesher course!

*Please be sure to follow the rules so that you get a chance to win!

Free Salad Dressing!

Wish Bone is promoting " “Go Greens! Eat Salad” Campaign to get more people to eat their veggies! As part of the campaign you can get a FREE bottle of the new Wish-Bone Bountifuls salad dressings (less than one gram of fat and 35 calories or less per 2-tablespoon!)from May 30 to June!

The campaign benefits the National Gardening Association’s Adopt a School Garden Program. And you participate by planting & and tending your own digital garden at here to be entered to win a reusable Greenshopper grocery bag throughout the summer!

The suggested retail price of a bottle is $2.79

Funnel Cakes

Funnel cakes are one of our favorite treats to make/eat at home and are so easy to whip up with all the ingredients being readily available! And it makes for a quick snack when the kids' friends come over!

Which is why when I saw this Funnel Cake Kit, I just had to have it! It was only $9.99 and the pour spout is definately a step up from the sandwich baggies I used with the tip snipped off! Hopefully it will prove less messier as well which led my daughter to say "Where's the fun in that?". Hmmm..clean or fun? I'll let you decide for yourself,lol!

In the meantime, here is a favorite recipe we use at home to make our own batter that we got from here. After trying many dif recipes, we found this one to be the best!!

Funnel Cakes

Ingredients:

3 eggs
2 cups milk
1/4 cup white sugar
3 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder

Directions:

In a medium bowl, mix salt, baking powder, and half of the flour. Set aside.

In a large bowl, cream eggs, sugar and milk. Add flour mixture and beat until smooth. Continue to add remaining flour, but use only enough to achieve desired consistency. Batter will be thin enough to run through a funnel.

In an eight inch skillet, heat the oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Put your finger over the bottom opening of the funnel, and fill the funnel with a generous 1/2 cup of the batter. Hold the funnel close to the surface of the oil, and release the batter into the oil while making a circular motion. Fry until golden brown. Use tongs and wide spatula to turn the cake over carefully. Fry the second side one minute. Drain on paper towels, and sprinkle with sifted confectioners' sugar or cinnamon sugar.

CVS Scenarios Week of 5/18

I'm not really seeing anything this week really worth going for other than the Almay eyeshadow and I guess I'll work the monthly deals in as now would be a good time as any! I have $11.98 in ECB's to roll this week so here are few scenarios:

Buy :
(3) Colgate 360 Toothbrushes @ $3.99 ea
= $11.97

Use:
(3) $1/1 MQ Printable
= $8.97 and earn $11.97 ECB's


Buy:
2 Almay Eyeshadow @ $6.99 ea
=$13.98

Use:
(2) $1/1 Almay MQ (5/18 inserts)
= $11.98 and earn $10 ECB's


Buy:
Tums melt aways $4.69
Colgate 360 Toothbrush $3.99
= $8.68

Use:
$1 Tums MQ (3/16 SS)
$1 Colgate MQ
= $6.68 and earn $8.68 ECB's

Do you have any good scenarios to share with us?