Sunday, December 13, 2009

Oprah Magazine for $5/year


Here is another amazing Amazon magazine deal! Oprah's O Magazine is currently just $5 for an entire year subscription here at amazon.com. I have already got so many great $5 magazine deals this year I am excited for another one! The deal is good through December 19, and remember to check out the other great magazine deals while you are there!

--Savvyteacher

Sunday, December 6, 2009

Surprise Deal for Walgreens Fans!


Have you become a fan of Walgreens on Facebook yet? If not, head over here and become a fan to be able to take part in a special fan only deal tomorrow. They aren't saying what it is, but it doesn't hurt to fan for a possible deal! Many companies have given away great rewards, so maybe Walgreens is jumping on that same bandwagon!

--Savvyteacher

$10 off $50 Purchase at Pier 1 Imports


Go here to get your coupon for $10 off your next $50 purchase at Pier 1 Imports. This offer expires on December 24th so you have a few weeks to use it.

Site Showcase: PriceGrabber

PriceGrabber is a website that allows to comparison shop quickly and efficiently. The information you can get about various products includes consumer reviews and Bottom Line Calculators that quickly tell you what something costs including shipping and tax. Many people use PriceGrabber because it is reliable. You can sign up for updates on their website.

I always check PriceGrabber before making a purchase to ensure that I am getting the best deal.

~Thriftynester


Thursday, December 3, 2009

Kohl's Deal with $10 Coupon


I talked about the $10 Kohl's card I received in the mail last week here. Tonight I went to Kohl's to see what I could find. I found 2 necklaces and a pair of earrings that were 80% off. The total came to $10. I used my $10 card and assumed I would be paying the tax which was 86 cents. The total rang up $0! I was so excited because it was all completely free!

I saved $60 on the total purchase. As cute as these beads are I still can't imagine paying $60 for all of it! Check your junk mail pile and see if you received this coupon too.

Coupon Trivia: Why do coupons expire?


Each Sunday I clip coupons and sort them in my binder. A few nights a month I take a few minutes and remove expired coupons during the advertisements of my favorite shows. It can be rather time consuming! Sometimes I wonder why coupons expire so fast? Is it really worth a manufacturer's time to generate a coupon that expires so quickly?

The answer is YES.


A decade ago coupons were generally good for at least six months. Today, the average coupon expires in about six weeks. Are you wondering why? Let's consider a few things. Coupons are often for new products and manufacturers want us to use new products as soon as they hit the market. Manufacturers pay good money for shelf space at grocery stores and there is quite a bit of competition to get it. Manufacturers use coupons to showcase these new items and introduce us to the product and/or brand hoping that we will come back for more and tell our friends to buy it.

Manufacturers are hoping that we will feel compelled to use our coupons before they expire. This means we might pay more then we should if we aren't watching the sales. Manufacturers are fine with that! 25 cent coupons can be very useful, but you have to watch for a good sale to pair them with or you might be wasting your money!

So remember that it is worth your time to cut and organize coupons. It is also important to watch for sales and only use a coupon when it is truly a deal.



Thanks Grocery Coupon Guide for the info!

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Free Wi-Fi onboard American Airlines

Travelling this holiday season? American Airlines boasts 165 aircraft in their fleet are now equipped with Wi-Fi internet connections, but at a cost: $10-$13 depending on the length of your flight. The good news is there are two codes available that will give you one-time complimentary access.

Users must create an account with Gogo, the internet service provider, and enter promo code Promo Code #1: AATRYGOGO or #2: 1939Admiral70aa when prompted. The first code has an unknown expiration date, and the second code expires December 31, 2009. Happy flying, and surging!

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Entertaining on a Budget!


One of my favorite things to do is to entertain. I am a very social person and love to go out with my friends, explore new places and enjoy our local favorites, but I also enjoy having people over for an evening of good food and fun. More and more I realize how much everyone saves when we take turns entertaining at our houses, and we always have just as much fun, if not more!

Last weekend was no exception. Last Saturday night I hosted a dinner party and thriftynester and her hubby came over to eat dinner with us. I love cooking as you might know if you are a frequent reader, and I love to find frugal ways to make more upscale and interesting meals. I wanted to challenge myself to utilize things I already had in combination with a quick trip to the store, to make a great meal for less while still being impressive!

We had a lovely meal, and spent less than $8 total for the whole meal! That is about $2 per person, plus the cost of dessert and wine. Going out for an evening dinner with friends usually runs about $20 a person, and while I sure do enjoy a night out, dining in is just as fun plus we enjoyed great food!

I cooked what I call "Tuscan Pasta" which includes a variety of vegetables and chicken and a homemade roasted red pepper sauce. If you enjoy cooking, this is a way to enjoy an evening out while saving money. If you have a group of friends and you trade off cooking and hosting, it can become a more frugal way to add to your social life.

--Savvyteacher