Save the Date - 8/3/08 - Kmart Friends & Family Savings

Take 10% to 20% on Sunday, 8/3/08 with this printable Friends & Family coupon for Kmart. Savings include: 20% off all regular and clearance priced apparel; 20% off Kenmore appliances; and 10% off everything else. See coupon for exclusions.

Beauty Tuesday

Hard Candy: This glamorous, trend-setting makeup line is having a 50% summer sale. If you need to stock up your makeup bag, do it now! My favorite is the Secret Stash Face Case, a clever little take-a-long palette with three layers of powder/bronzer, eye shadow and lip gloss - all for $11 (reg. $22)! Buy $60 worth of products and get free shipping to boot!

French Connection: Take an extra 40% off the entire site with promo code SS40. Work that promo code in the clearance section, and you'll score big! This pretty Rivendale top is now $47.99 (includes discount) and I found tops and jersey knit dresses for as low as $16, and sweaters for $10. There's also shoes, necklaces and purses on sale to round-out your wardrobe.




H&M: Get a hoodie for $10 with any jeans purchase. Hoodie must be $34.90 or less. While supplies last. Offer not valid on kids denim. Offer good through July 31 - August 6.

Join UPromise & Get $5

If you haven't already joined UPromise, a rewards network that helps you earn money for college, they are giving new members $5 in their account from McDonald's. Joining Upromise is free and you can add to it by turning your everyday spending into money for college. You can also receive money for college when you fill your gas tank, buy groceries, shop online, book travel, buy or sell a home. This offer expires 8/31/08. The $5 contribution will be deposited in your UPromise account within 30 days after enrollment. One reward per customer.

Mall Shopping Deals Roundup

If you're headed to the mall this weekend, here's a list of printable coupons (collected from all over the blogosphere*) to help you with your shopping extravaganza:

Aldo Shoes: Receive 10% off your purchase on these fashionable, high quality shoes.

American Eagle Outfitters: Use this printable coupon to shave 15% off your purchase. Valid through 7/29/08.

Barnes & Noble: Find a great read with this printable coupon that takes 15% off on 1 item. Expires 08/04/08.

Bath & Body Works: Get a free product valued up to $12 with any $15 purchase with this coupon. Note: this coupon only works at new Bath & Body Works stores that opened in June or July. Please check coupon for details before presenting it at checkout.

Carters: Stock up on kids clothing with this coupon for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. Expires 7/30/08.

Champs: Use this printable Friends & Family coupon to save 30%. Expires 7/27/08.

Express: Amp up your wardrobe with something new with this 15% off printable coupon or better yet, this one that knocks $10 off $20, or $20 off $75. Valid through 7/28/08.

Footaction: Use this printable Friends & Family coupon to save 30%. Expires 7/27/08.

Footlocker: Use this printable Friends & Family coupon to save 30%. Expires 7/27/08.

GNC: Get $5 off your $25 purchase with this printable coupon. Expires 12/31/08.

Nine West: Save $10 on a purchase of $65 or more with your Visa card. Expires 10/31/08.

Payless: Channeling Imelda Marcos? Then take $10 off a purchase of $50 or more here.

Sears: Take $5 off in-store purchases of $50 or more with this printable coupon. Not great, but better than nothing. Hurry as this expires on Saturday, 7/26/08.

The Limited: Check out various printable coupons here including $20 off a dress, 40% off a top and $100 off a suit purchase. Note: Discount is off original ticket price; see coupon for details.

Victoria's Secret: Buy a bra and get $10 off plus a free panty here. Expires 7/27/08.

White House Black Market: Take $25 off $125 or $50 off $200 with this printable coupon. Expires 8/3/08.

*Sources: The Bargainist, Wow Coupons, e-mails

"Green " Tees 50% off at Aeropostale

Make a statement about being "green" with this hot T-shirt sale at Aeropostale. Selected tees are now 50% off, some featuring eco-friendly statements such as "Love Your Planet," "Keeping It Green" and "Let's Trash Pollution." There are also tees sporting the Aeropostale logo in an assortment of styles and colors. Tees are $7.75 (regularly $15.50) so this is a good opportunity to stock up your wardrobe.

And in keeping with the spirit of being eco-friendly, check out this article from Seventh Generation about the green benefits of rising oil prices.

JCPenney Wednesday Deals Highlight - Sheet Set for $16.99-$24.99

Check out JCPenney's Wednesday Deals today where twin sheet sets are $16.99, full sheet sets are $19.99 and queen sets are $24.99. There is a choice of 3 designs. Great for college dorm rooms or if you're in the market for new sheets for the kids.

Designer Handbags Sale at SmartBargains.com

Chloe, Fendi, Charles David, Balenciaga, Kate Spade, oh my! If these designers strike a chord with you, rush over to the designer handbag sale at SmartBargains.com where handbags are 25%-50% off! This awesome Cole Haan green snakeskin-embossed leather clutch is now $234.99 (reg. $425) and this beautiful Chloe Bay Taupe Leather handbag has been marked down to $1,579.99 from $2,115. This may not seem like a bargain to some people, but to those fashionistas who love a top-notch handbag, this is a screaming deal. Other brands of note include Juicy Couture, Betsey Johnson, Michael Kors, Christian Dior and Prada. Hurry as quantities are limited! (Thanks to MyBargainBuddy for the tip!)

Beauty Tuesday

Aveeno: Get a coupon for $1.50 off AVEENO® facial care products and a free sample of POSITIVELY AGELESS™ Lifting & Firming NIGHT CREAM when you fill-out this form.

E.L.F. (Eyes, Lips, Face) is offering a $25 gift card from Restaurant.com when you purchase $25 worth of products. Use promo code EGRESCT.

Revlon: Buy 2 or more Revlon products at Target® and you’ll receive a free makeup case from SELF Magazine. While supplies last. Just send your original receipt(s) along with your name and address to:

SELF Magazine c/o Target Revlon,
Attn: M. Catapano,
4 Times Square, 5th Floor,
New York, NY 10036.

Victoria's Secret: Get an additional 25% off all clearance items by using promo code SAVE25 at checkout. Offer ends Thursday, July 24. I found panties for $3.99, tops for $9.99 and swimwear for $9.99.

Free GeoTrax DVD from Mattel

Bargain Shopping at the Mall

Headed to the mall this weekend? Arm yourself with these great deals:

Borders: Get a free 12 oz beverage with any cafe purchase with this printable coupon. Expires July 21, 2008.

JCPenney: Save $10 on orders of $50 or more, and $15 on orders of $75 or more with this printable coupon. Expires 07/19/2008.

Limited: Take $20 off a $60 purchase or $30 off a $100 purchase with this printable coupon. Valid until July 30, 2008.

Loehmann's: Use this coupon for $10 off your purchase. Expires 7/31/08.

Old Navy: Shoppers are reporting that the stores are taking an additional 50% off clearance items. Call your local store to confirm before heading over there.

Sears: Get up to $10 in coupons when you sign-up for their e-mail newsletter here.

Orange Julius: Get a free sample on the following weekends - July 19 & 20 and July 26 & 27.

Origins: Get a free full-size Smileage Plus Liptint with this printable e-mail coupon. (offer valid at a free standing Origins store, not at makeup counters).

Payless: Take $10 off a $50 purchase with this printable coupon. Expires August 2, 2008.

Buy One Get One Free Coupon for Jamba Juice

Get your coupon for a free Jamba Juice smoothie when you buy one smoothie here. Expires July 30, 2008. (thanks to Denise at The Centsible Sawyer)

Free $10 Tank of Gas from Speedway (Ohio and surrounding states)

Sign-up for a free Speedy Rewards Card and you will get the card pre-loaded with 8,500 points - enough to redeem for a $10 tank of gas at Speedway locations. Before you sign-up, be aware that there are about 1,600 Speedway locations in Ohio and surrounding states, so check to make sure there is a location near you.

Free Full-Size Smileage Plus LipTint with any order at Origins

Get a free full-size lip tint with any order and free shipping at Origins.com. The Smileage Plus Lip Tints are 95% organic formulated with Organic Beeswax, Organic Sunflower Oil, Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Jojoba Oil, Organic Cocoa Butter and Organic Aloe Vera, plus an organic essential oil blend of Tangerine and Lime. Available in four shades. Offer ends July 2o, 2008. These lip tints are regularly $10 each - buy one, and you'll get two for the price of one!

Save $10 to $15 at JCPenney

Use this printable coupon at JCPenney to save $10 on orders of $50 or more, and $15 on orders of $75 or more. You can also use promo code SAT24 for online purchases. Expires 07/19/2008. Combine this coupon with JCPenney's current 60% off storewide sale and you could score a great deal!

Also, check out JCPenney's Wednesday Deals, where select items are deeply discounted. I found a Jersey Knit top by A.N.A. for $4.99, Stafford Silk Ties for $4.99, Byer Girl 1 pc Swimsuit for $3.99 (size 7-16 only), 6-piece towel set for $12.99 (reg. $50), and rugs for $29.99.

Photo Books for Free and for Cheap!

Ever since I started making photo books as gifts for my mom and mother-in-law, I am hooked. I just upload my photos, lay them out online, add a few captions and, "poof," the book is done. Well, not exactly "poof" - photo books can be time consuming, but for me, it's a heck of a lot easier than scrapbooking (which I like too, but I really suck at it).

Right now there are some great specials on photo books. Check out the following deals and see if you might get hooked as well!

CVS: Now through Saturday, July 19, you can get a 4x6, 10 page hardcover photo frame book or a 6x8 10 page photo frame book for FREE. You just have to pay $3.99 (4x6) or $7.99 (4x6) out of pocket and then CVS will give you Extra Credit Bucks (ECBs) that can be used just like cash in the store. These photo books must be done in-store via one of the Kodak kiosks in the photo department. You can add captions and resize photos too. It's pretty easy to do, but again, it does take a good 30-45 minutes to complete.

Winkflash: Create a 10x8 or 8x10 hard cover photo book, up to 100 pages, for just $19.95 with promo code FLATRATE88. This is a great deal, especially since many photo book companies charge additional fees after the first 20 pages. Shipping for one book is $6.99. Expires July 29, 2008.

My Publisher: Buy one photo book, get one FREE when you signup here.

Shutterfly.com: Shutterfly is my absolute favorite site to create photo books. There aren't any specials now, but if you are part of Pampers Gifts to Grow rewards program, you can redeem a free 20 page 8x8 photo book once you collect 100 points.

York Photo: Use promo code BOOKSAVE8 to get a 20 page, 8x11 photo book for under $17.00. Offer expires 7/28/08.

Take $10 off $50 at Amazon with Bill Me Later

Here's a great tip from The Bargainist:

Register with Bill Me Later to pay for Amazon purchases totaling $50 or more, and they'll knock $10 off your bill. Apply coupon code BMLSAVES when checking out, after choosing the Bill Me Later option. You'll then receive a bill and have the choice of paying in full, or over time. Be aware that finance charges apply when paying over time, making that great deal you found not such a great deal in the end. Subject to credit approval. Offer valid through 07/21/2008

Save on Movie Tickets- Tips on discounts, free ticket offers and free movie screenings

I love watching movies in the summer. It's when some of the best blockbusters come out, and is the perfect, cool, air-conditioned escape on a sizzling hot day. But movies can be expensive with tickets now maxing out at nearly $9. Besides sneaking in your own drinks and snacks to cut costs on a trip to the silver screen, here are some tips on scoring discounts, free movie tickets and even free movie screenings in your town.

DISCOUNT TICKETS - Sometimes buying in bulk will save you a few bucks.

• Wild About Movies, a website featuring movie and DVD news, offers movie tickets for $6.60 a piece, with a minimum purchase of six (6). You also have to pay for shipping and handling (tickets are sent out via certified mail). The tickets are valid at any AMC, Loews, Cineplex Odeon, Magic Johnson, or Star Theatre in the United States and can be used anytime after the first 10 days of a film's release, and any day of the week thereafter—including weekends and holidays. The tickets also have no expiration date. If you need popcorn and soda, they've got discount vouchers for those too.

• Costco sells discounted movies tickets that average about $7.50 to $8 per ticket. You can get five (5) tickets to Regal or Cinemark theatres for $37.50 or five (5) tickets to AMC theatres for $39.99.
  

• The Entertainment Book offers reduced-price movie tickets from $5 to $6 each.

FREE TICKET OFFERS & PROMOTIONS - Always check sales ads or product packages to find out the latest promotions.

• Best Buy is giving away a free movie ticket of your choice to Incredible Hulk, The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, Wanted, or Hellboy II, when you purchase a selected DVD priced at $6.99. Check out the website or your store for the current list of movies available. They are also giving away summer blockbuster previews on DVD while supplies last. This offer expires 10/16/08.

• Office Depot is offering two (2) free movie tickets with a $40 purchase of qualifying school supplies. Offer is valid from 7/13/08 - 9/12/08. For details, click here.
  

• Albertsons is having a promotion where you can get two (2) free movie tickets when you buy any 10 participating General Mills products in a single transaction with your preferred savings card. Offer ends 7/15/08. Right now you can get 10 products for $20 to $25.
  

• Specially marked packages of Pond's skincare products have codes for free tickets to Mamma Mia, the Movie or any other summer Universal Studios feature.

• Hershey's Mega Movie Ticket offer rewards you with a free ticket for every 15 points you collect on specially marked candy packages. Check here for details. Offer expires 3/09.

CASH IN THOSE POINTS FOR TICKETS - Several rewards programs include movie tickets. If you're already buying these products, this works out as a bonus!

• My Coke Rewards: Redeem 350 points for an AMC Silver ticket and large soda, or 375 for an AMC Gold ticket and large soda.

• Pampers Gifts to Grow: Earn a Movie Cash gift certificate once you collect 115 points by entering special codes from all those diaper packages.

FREE MOVIE SCREENINGS - These screenings are usually available on weekday evenings, but if you're available, it's perfect.

• Film Metro: Sign up for a free account and find free movie screenings in your area.
• Wild About Movies: Check out what screenings are available in your city.
• Movie Jungle: More free screenings here too.
• Campus Circle: A website geared towards college students, but worth a try for free movies!
  

FREE CONTESTS

• Entenmann's is having a "Summer Movie Moments" Giveaway in which you enter your info and will automatically win free movie tickets or discounts. I received a certificate for $2 off my next concession purchase - at least that will get me some candy! This giveaway ends July 26, 2008.

Freebies of the Day

Free sample of Fiber One Honey Clusters cereal and Fiber One Oats & Chocolate Bar when you sign-up for Eating Better America's e-mail newsletter. You will also receive a booklet with coupons valued at more than $3 from eatbetteramerica.com

Free discount coupon from Baskin Robbins when you complete a short survey here. Mine was for $1 off a purchase of $4 or more. Not too bad!

Free sample of Dove Pro Age beauty body lotion here

Sign up to run with the CLIF BAR Marathon Pace team here and they'll send you a free CLIF BAR Training kit which includes samples and training tips.

Clearance Items Up to 75% off at Delias.com PLUS Take 15% off with Promo Code

Take a look at Delia's End of Season Clearance Sale, where items are up to 75% off. Shirts are as low as $5.99, pants at $9.99, shoes at $14.99 and swim wear separates for $9.99. Bedding is also 50% off - just in time for incoming college freshmen. I found this cute birdie comforter cover for $28.99 - perfect for the dorm! You can also take an additional $10 off a $25 purchase with promo code DWHGIFT. If nothing suits your style in the Clearance section, check out Delia's Best of Summer Sale where many key pieces are 25% off.

Thomas the Train DVDs Buy One, Get One Free at Deep Discount.com - Prices start at $6 and free shipping

Stock up for Christmas or upcoming birthdays with this fantastic sale of Thomas the Train DVDs from DeepDiscount.com. All Thomas & Friends DVDs are B1G1 - the lowest price of a DVD is $6.06, so you can get 2 for $6.06, plus free shipping! Some are reporting that the discount may not automatically be applied, but if you enter promo code B1G1AB0807 it should work. (Thanks to Slickdeals.net!)

Magazines on the Cheap - Get 5 Magazines for $24!

A single magazine subscription costs anywhere from $12-$24 these days. But at NetMagazines.com, you can order 5 titles for $30. Use promo code D-SAVEJULY20 at checkout to get your total down to $24. There are more than 100 titles to choose from including Fitness, Car & Driver, Parents Magazine and Working Mother. You can also opt to get two additional magazines, Black Enterprise and Latina for free. Happy reading! (thanks to My Bargain Buddy for the tip!)

Get 15% off Your Purchase at Crazy 8

Shave an extra 15% off your online purchase at Crazy 8's Semi-Annual Sale with promo code SAVE15. Items are up to 60% off, with prices starting as low as $4.99 on kids tees and leggings. Please note: the promo code ends July 20 and the sale ends July 13.

Designer Inspired Handbags 40% off at Fraction.com

I love, love designer fashion handbags, but I cannot bring myself to pay hundreds of dollars on a single purse. My solution: designer knockoffs! Right now at Fraction.com you can take an additional 40% designer inspired handbags with promo code MOVE715 until July 15. I'm eyeing this bucket handbag (pictured right), which will be $26.39 with the discount. Shipping is kind of steep ($9.99) for one handbag, but if you sign-up for their e-mail alerts, you'll get a $5 off a purchase of $25 or more coupon. Also, if you spend more than $75, you'll get free shipping. (Thanks to My Bargain Buddy for the tip)

PacSun Sale - Additional 50% off Name Brand Bikinis

If you're looking for name brand bikinis, check out PacSun's summer sale. Here you can take an additional 50% off clearance swimsuits crafted by popular brands such as Hurley, Roxy, O'Neil, Rip Curl and Billabong. These bikinis regularly retail for more than $75! You can score this super cute bikini (pictured on the right) by O'Neil for just $29.99 or a Hurley swimsuit for $39.99.

Beauty Tuesday

Sephora is having Another Day, Another Product giveaways for the entire month of July. Be one of the first 25 people to sign up and receive a free full-size product advertised for that day. Click here to check out the beauty booty. You could score some really great products including a Clarisonic Skin Care Brush (valued at $195) and Go Smile Whitening System!

Murad Resurgence: Get a free sample by completing a short survey via Oprah.com

Ulta: Take $3.50 off a $10 purchase with this printable coupon.

Gloves in a Bottle: Get a free sample of this lotion touted for dry skin here. My sister told me about this product - she was tired of reapplying lotion after washing her hands constantly. I tried it and it really works for me too!

Bath & Body Works: Get a free Fresh, Cool & Clean Signature Collection or Home Fragrance product (up to 12.50 value) with a $15 purchase. Use this printable coupon or redeem online with promo code RAIN.

Pantene: Get a free sample (single use shampoo and conditioner) of their new Pantene Expressions product line here.

Pert Plus: Get a $1 off coupon here to try this new shampoo.

ATTN Southern California Residents! Get a $25 Gift Certificate from David Wilhelm's Culinary Adventures

Join David's E-club and you will receive a $25 gift certificate good at any of their Culinary Adventures restaurants located in Southern California. Locations include:

Savannah - Burbank
Savannah - Century City (Westfield Mall)
Savannah Supper Club - Costa Mesa
Savannah At the Beach - Huntington Beach
Savannah Chophouse - Laguna Niguel
French 75 Bistro - Laguna Beach
French 75 Bistro - Newport Beach
Wilhelm's Chophouse - Irvine
Sorrento Grill & Martini Bar - Laguna Beach

Thanks to My Bargain Buddy for the tip!

(Note: photo shows the interior of Savannah Restaurant)

Fun Free Stuff & Coupons

Free Chili Dog or Kids Cone at Wienerschnitzel on Tuesday, July 15 from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. For more info about this promotion, check out their website. Also if you sign-up for their e-mail newsletter, you'll get a free original chili dog, as well as a free corn dog on your birthday and another free corn dog on the anniversary of the day you signed-up.

Free Cocktail Shaker from Kahlua.com

Free Juicy Juice Sippy Cup from Nestle

Free sample of Scott Xtreme Rags

COUPONS
Carl's Jr.: If those appetizing commercials of Carl's Jr.'s newest Prime Rib Burger haven't swayed you yet, here's a coupon for $1 off that yummy concoction of beef, sliced prime rib, and cheese.

50 prints for just 1 cent each at Snapfish.com

If you need an incentive to upload those pictures on your digital camera, here's a good one. Now until July 12, you can get 50 prints for a mere 50 cents with coupon code JUL4PENNY08 at Snapfish.com

Custom Mouse Pads for $2.88 at ArtsCow.com

Get a custom mouse pad featuring your favorite photo for $2.88 (regularly $6.99) at ArtsCow.com with promo code MPD288. There is no limit to how many you can buy, so this would be a good opportunity to stock up on gifts for family and friends. I don't know when this promotion ends, but the sooner you order, the better. When you finally place your order, make sure the promo code is applied - it didn't properly apply the code for me until I entered it again and my total for two mouse pads finally registered at $5.76.

Here is a description from ArtsCow.com about the mouse pad:
"This 9.25" x 7.75" rectangular mouse pad is made of a durable heat-resistant polyester fabric top, will keep your mouse rolling in style. Backed with a neoprene rubber non-slip backing, keeps the mouse pad from sliding. The mouse pad is 1/8" thick. It will not discolor or fade, machine washable."

I have never ordered from ArtsCow.com so am anxious to see how the quality of their products turns out. In the meantime, enjoy the promo!

$4 Thomas the Train & Friends Sale - HURRY!

Smith Thompson (an online retailer specializing in railroad gifts and Thomas & Friends merchandise) is having a $4 for the 4th of July Sale. If your child is a Thomas & Friends fan, hurry and check out this awesome sale! Items include: die-cast engines, DVD and VHS tapes, fleece blanket, nightlight, robes and pajamas. Their shipping rates are pretty reasonable - $5.95 for orders under $25 via UPS Ground. Also, if you purchase more than $50, you will get a free gift with promo code FREE50J or FREE50T. (Thanks again to My Bargain Buddy for the tip!)

Free Shipping on Clearance Items at Linens N' Things

Save a trip to the store to take advantage of free shipping on clearance items at Linens N' Things. Items are 25%-75% off already, so there are some great bargains here. And to boot, get an extra 20% off with promo code 26620. (thanks to My Bargain Buddy for the tip).

Happy 4th of July Bargain Finds

Before the fireworks light up the sky, how will you spend your 4th of July? For most people, shopping the sales will be a big draw, while others will spend the day tending to those lingering home improvement projects. Whatever you choose to do, here are some great deals to get you started for the day:

SHOPPING
(note: some of these are reposts from my previous blog entry on bargain mall shopping)

Ann Taylor: Some items are on sale up to 70% off and you can score an additional 20% off online or with a printable coupon through their website.

Bed Bath & Beyond: Use this printable coupon for $10 off $30 your purchase.

Express: Use this printable coupon from Express for additional savings as follows: $10 off $20, $20 off $60, and $30 off $100 purchases. Redlined (clearance) merchandise is excluded, but you can still score some great deals. Expires 07/06/2008.

Limited Too: Get 25% off your entire purchase through 7/21/08 here.

Linens 'N Things: Take 20% off any single item with this printable coupon.

New York & Company: Use this coupon to get $30 off a $75 or more purchase.

Old Navy: Get an additional 20% off clearance prices when you use promo code EXTRA20.

Macy's: Save 15% off your purchase with this printable coupon (special thanks to The Bargainist).

Motherhood Maternity: Newly pregnant shoppers can receive a free gift bag with their first purchase. Visit website for details.

Nike: 10% off a purchase of $75 or more with this printable coupon expiring July 6. Can also be used online with promo code JUNESALE4

Sears: Take $5 off $30 with this printable coupon (special thanks to Wow Coupons)

Sharper Image: Get $15 off a purchase of $75 or more here.

Victoria's Secret: Free full-size Secret Garden body scrub with any purchase here.


HOME IMPROVEMENT
Home Depot

• Sales include a 10% savings on appliance purchases of $399 or more.
  
• For paint projects, get $5 off every gallon and $20 off 5-gallon pails

Lowe's

• Take 10% all appliance purchases over $397.
• Lowe's is offering mail-in rebates of $5 for gallon purchases and $20 rebates for 5-gallon pails.
  
• Get $10 off a purchase of $25 or more with this coupon from Lowe's

(photo by DXStudios via FeaturePics.com)

Free breakfast to the first 100 shoppers at Ikea on Saturday, July 5

Be one of the first 100 people to arrive at the store Saturday, July 5 and you will get a free breakfast. This breakfast will give you the energy you need to scout their summer sale (ends Sunday, July 6) where you can save 20 to 60% certain items. (Thanks to The Bargain Hunter for the tip).