Free Friday

Here come fresh deals!

Burger King:

Burger King is offering free fries Saturday and Sunday in honor of St. Patrick's Day. Apparently, they have green ketchup too - but I'm on the fence about that.

Walgreens Photo:

Through 3/17 you can get a free 8×10 print from Walgreens Photo. Just use coupon code FREEONE or 1PRINT at checkout. You can opt to pick it up in-store to save on shipping costs if you'd like.

Chili's:

Looking for a cheap date night? Head to Chili’s this weekend and get for date night. There is a new Chili's Coupon for two burgers, two beers and unlimited fries for just $20. You do need the coupon to take advantage and the deal is only valid through 3/18. Plus, if your Chili's is like mine they have fun electronic games at each table!

Educational Freebie:

You can download and print FREE Multiplication Worksheets from MeetPenny.com. This would be great if your children need a little bit of extra practice with multiplication at home or for keeping them fresh over the summer!






Bath & Body Works:

This Saturday (3/17), visit Bath & Body Works from 10am-4pm for the Fresh Picked Party.

When you buy any full-size Fragrance item, you will get a FREE Gift ($10.50 value). The gift includes a Market Day Jute Tote and your choice of Fresh Picked Peaches or Fresh Picked Raspberries Gentle Foaming Hand Soap.

Limit 1 per customer/while supplies last.

You can also print this coupon to get a FREE Signature Collection item with a $10 purchase – through 4/1/12






Target:

Target is having a toy clearance sale! I found lots of great board games and toys for 50% off. This is a great time to put away some toys for those birthday parties coming up. I like to set a few things aside so I have inexpensive gifts ready for those last minute invites. Gift giving can be a real budget buster, so this really helps.

Free Friday!

It's that time of the week again and a new installment of Free Friday is here!  You won't want to miss out on the deals this week. Plus, I'm beginning my Black Friday previews. Today you'll find a preview for Kohl's!
Enjoy!

Also, don't forget to check out the Joliet Public Library's Black Road Branch for the FREE couponing workshop tomorrow hosted by www.mashupmom.com! Check out the Joliet Public Library newsletter under the Adult Programs heading for more information.

Toys R Us: Toys R Us is having a big sale starting at 3pm today and ending at 1pm tomorrow (11/12). It includes Buy One Get One Free on LEGO and Matchbox. Click here for a link to the sale ad. Also, they have special WOW deals and are offering a printable coupon for an additional 20% off all WOW deals through Saturday (11/12). Some of the WOW deals offered are:

Walmart - If you haven't heard about Walmart's price matching for the holidays, you'll want to read this. Between now and Christmas if you buy something at Walmart and then see it priced in a print ad for a lower amount just bring your original receipt and the print ad into the store. They'll give you the difference on a Walmart gift card!

GAP - Gap has a 30% off promotion going on in stores through Sunday (11/13). You’ll get 30% off your entire purchase and you don’t even need a coupon!

Even better, you can take this Gap coupon and increase your savings to 40% off. This could be a big help for you early Christmas shoppers!

Thanks Saving With Shellie!

Canvas People -  Canvas People is offering a  a free 8×10 canvas or a $50 credit towards a larger canvas for new customers. Shipping is around $15. I ordered one when they ran this promotion over the summer and got a beautiful photo of The Girl and The Chef printed to hang in my foyer. This would make a great Christmas gift for those hard to buy for folks on your list.

Office Depot - Click on the link for a $10 Off Your Qualifying Purchase of $50 or More coupon! for Office Depot. You have through Monday (11/14) to use the coupon. 

Thanks Chi Town Cheapskate!

Macy's - There’s a new Macy’s Printable Coupon available for $10 Off a $25 Purchase. See coupon for details/exclusions.

The coupon is valid on 11/15 and 11/16 only through 1PM each day.

Fisher-Price - Here are a few printable Fisher-Price Toy Coupons including:

~$10 off Thomas & Friends Cranky and Flynn Save the Day
~$10 off Big Action Construction Site with Remote Control
~$5 off Trio Hot Wheels Stunt Ramp Builder
~$5 off Topsy Tumblers Twirlin Tumblin Fun Park
~$5 off Magical Fairy Dora
~$5 off Little People Zoo Talkers Animal Sounds Zoo
~$5 off Laugh & Learn Dance & Play Puppy

Target - It appears that if you use your RedCard Debit or Credit Card on Target.com, you’ll get Free Shipping on your order–along with your 5% Discount. I’m sure there are exclusions that apply to this. You’ll see this advertised in the middle of the page on the link I provided.


You can click below for more information about the the Target RedCard Debit Card or ask a Target Team Member in the store. You get 5% Off on your purchases at the store, even in the cafe area. Their debit card is tied right to your checking account and acts just like a check – basically like your normal debit card. An added bonus is that Target has an option to pull up your purchases made with your debit card if you lose your receipt, and if you've ever tried to return anything at Target without a receipt you know what a pain that can be.

Below you'll find my first Black Friday preview! These are the best deals I see in the Black Friday ad for Kohl's:

DOORS OPEN: Thursday (11/24) at Midnight
PROMOS: Get $15 in Kohls Cash for Every $50

:: ELECTRONICS

• Polaroid 7″ Touch Screen Android Tablet with Accessory Kit – $99.99
• Vivitar 12.1 MP Hi Def Digital Camcorder – $59.99
• Vivitar 14MP Camera – $49.99
• iPad Bluetooth Keypad Portfolio Case – $39.99
• Digital Photo Key Chains – $8.99
• iHome ColorTunes Earbuds – $4.99

:: TOYS

• KidKraft My Very Own Dollhouse – $69.99
• Melissa & Doug Art Easel – $59.99
• Knex MarioKart Track Set – $49.99
• Fisher Price Little People Amusement Park – $34.99
• Thomas the Train Misty Island Discover Train Set – $34.99
• Tonka Mighty Dump Trucks (2pk) – $34.99
• Disney Princess Dolls (4pk) – $24.99
• Hot Wheels Wall Tracks – $24.99
• Razor Lil Kick Scooter – $24.99
• Barbie Gift Sets – $15.99
• Fisher Price Activity Walker – $9.99
• Barbie Dolls – $6.99
• Entire Stock Of Cars 2 Toys 33% off
• Entire Stock Of Crayola Toys 50% off
• Entire Stock Of Disney Princess Toys 50% off
• Entire Stock Of Fisher-Price Toys 50% off
• Entire Stock Of Little Tikes Toys 50% off

:: HOUSEWARES

• Dyson DC33 Multi-Floor Bagless Vacuum – $299.99
• KitchenAid Classic Plus Stand Mixer – $179.99
• Hoover Max Extract Dual Carpet Cleaner – $149.99
• Hoover WindTunnel Supreme Bagged Vacuum – $99.99
• Cuisinart Brew Central 12-cup Coffee Maker- $79.99
• Cuisinart 7cup Food Processor – $59.99
• Shark Light & Easy Steam Mop – $44.99
• TRU Triple Pot Slowcooker – $34.99
• Fiestaware Place Setting (5pc) – $24.99
• Pyrex Storage Set (20pc) – $19.99
• Black & Decker 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker – $17.99
• Bella 1.2L Deep Fryer – $12.99
• Black & Decker 12″ Electric Skillet – $12.99
• Black & Decker Crush Master 10-Speed Blender – $12.99
• Bella Rotating Belgian Waffle Maker – $9.99
• Lock and Store Food Storage (15pc) – $9.99
• Jumping Beans Bath Wraps – $7.99
• Home Classics Fleece Throw – $3.99
• Insulated Cup with Straw – $3.99
• The Big One Bath Towels – $2.99

I also have previews for Walmart, Staples and JC Penney for anyone who is interested. Comment below if there is a specific store you'd like to see.

• $87.99 for the Imaginarium Lego Activity Table & Chair, regularly $159.99
• $63.99 for the Radio Flyer Pathfinder Wagon, regularly $89.99
• 30% off Lego City Construction Sets, prices from $7.27 - $8.99, save up to $7
• $36 for 2 selected Nintendo DS games, regularly priced at $29.99 each!
• And many, many more!

Free Friday 11/4

Tonight The Chef and I are heading out to Ikea. I am excited enough that I should probably be embarrased. But, I didn't leave you guys hanging - Free Friday is still here!

JC Penney:  There’s a great JCPenney coupon available this weekend. You can Save $10 off a $25 purchase. This JCPenney coupon is only available November 4-7.

Thanks Saving With Shellie!

For my Chicagoland readers - a FREE couponing workshop!

Joliet Public Library is hosting Rachel Singer Gordon on Saturday November 12th at 1pm at their Black Road location. She is the face behind Mashup Mom and the new book Point, Click and Save: Mashup Mom's Guide to Saving and Making Money Online. They aren't accepting registration, but space is limited so you'll want to show up early. You can check out Mashup Mom for more workshops in the Chicagoland area.

Coupons 101: Plan, Clip, and SAVE!

Sick of ever-rising food bills? Discouraged about ever saving any REAL money with coupons? Coupons 101 takes the guesswork out of the process, showing you strategies to maximize your savings at grocery and drug stores across Chicagoland. Get started by finding out how to:

• Save on everything from groceries to diapers
• Combine store savings with coupons and money-back deals to get more for your dollar
• Save your own valuable time and effort!

With just a little planning and information, you can stretch your money in these tough economic times.

Gymboree:  Shop at Gymboree and save 30% off everything with the code GYMCIRCLE! This could help you get those holiday outfits together. This offer is good through 11/6.

 

Target:  

There is a nice deal on Thomas Cranky & Flynn Play Set this week at Target. Price at the sale price of $56.99 (regular $79.99), you can get it for as low as $38.45.

	Thomas Cranky & Flynn Play Set  $56.99 Use 15% off Target printable coupon Use $10 Thomas and Friends Save the Day coupon = $38.45 after combined coupons (Target allows the use of a Target coupon and a manufacturer's coupon at the same time!)

This sale ends 11/5.

Snapfish: 

Christmas is right around the corner and it's time to start thinking about those gift ideas. To help you get started, Snapfish is giving you Two Free Custom Photo Books When You Buy One!

All three books must be the exact same price, although the books themselves don't need to match. This way, you can make different books for different people! You'll need to use the code MYFALLBKS when you check-out. Make sure you get yours before this deal expires on 11/8!


Thanks Chi Town Cheapskate!






Bass Pro Shops:

You can visit Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shop locations around the country. Each day from November 5 – December 24, 2011, your child can get a picture with Santa, which includes a FREE 4″ x 6″ photo print. There will also be FREE crafts and activities every day. You can visit BassProShops.com to learn more and find out the specific dates and times at your local store.

Home Depot:

Home Depot is hosting a FREE workshop on Saturday, November 5, 2011 from 9am – noon at all Home Depot stores. These workshops are geared for kids ages 5-12.

Your child will build a Veteran’s Day Picture Frame similar to the one pictured as well as receive a kids sized orange apron and an achievement pin.

The Home Depot holds these FREE Kid’s Workshops the first Saturday of every month with a variety of projects. It's a fun and inexpensive way to stretch the activity budget for your children!

Best Buy:


Best Buy emailed to announce that they will be offering free standard shipping on any purchase with no minimum purchase! This offer lasts until December 27 and Best Buy still offers their free in-store pick up option if you need to get your purchase sooner.







Home Depot:

Home Depot brought back their Christmas Lights promotion again this year! Take in your old Christmas lights and this Home Depot coupon and you can choose a coupon towards energy efficient LED Christmas Lights. Your coupon choices include:

• $3 off Home Accents Holiday LED Lights
• $4 off Martha Stewart Living or GE Holiday LED Lights
• $5 off EcoSmart or Light Show Holiday LED Lights

Your lights can even be broken! This offer expires 11/13. Last year, the LED Christmas lights were on sale for about $6 so they would be half off with the $3 coupon.

Free Friday

Bath & Body Works: 
There’s a new Bath & Body Works coupon available. This one is for a free Signature Item with a $10 purchase. It expires 8/14. Lately the coupons have just been for a free travel size item which makes this coupon for a full-size item extra nice. Take advantage of it and save it for an inexpensive gift later in the year. Don't hate me, but Christmas isn't that far away.

Vistaprint: 
Vistaprint is offering the popular 140 FREE Labels again. These are technically return address labels but you can get creative! School will be here again before you know it - you could create labels for your child’s school supplies, book labels, and more! That is, if you have one of those schools that actually allows your child to use the supplies they brought.

You will pay for shipping & processing, which starts at $3.03. Be sure to keep clicking next as Vistaprint will try to upsell you on everything! There are over 7,000 designs to choose from so you should be able to find something you want. I love using their return address labels with our family on them. So adorable!

This promotion is only good through today, so don't waste time!

Hobby Lobby: 
Hobby Lobby is once again having a big t-shirt sale! Youth T-Shirts are just $1.75 and Adult Shirts are only $1.99 after the sale at most stores.

Make sure to also keep an eye out for home accent items that are marked down to 80% off! I saw  frames, candles, baskets, and decorative items at my store.
Plus, if you are planning to check out these deals, don’t forget to bring along this 40% off Hobby Lobby coupon that is good off the price of one regularly priced item.

Target:
If you like clearance, Target is 'the' place to be right now. They have lots of clothes on clearance which is great. Even better, they have toys at 75% off! A friend of mine got a Bobba Fett helmet (not sure how to spell that) regularly priced $34.99 on clearance for $9, plus there was a coupon on the box for $5 off making the helmet a whopping $4! If you're into stocking up for Christmas or birthday gifts you've got to get to Target soon.

Recyclebank:
Have you heard of Recyclebank? It's a site that helps you to be more green. Right now they have an online game you can play called Green Your Vacation. You can get up to 200 points which can then be redeemed for coupons, among other things.Plus, you may get an additional 25 points just for signing up!

Right now they have printable coupons for $2 off 2 Earthbound Farms organic produce items for 25 points. You rarely see coupons for produce so this is a great reason to sign up. Plus, You can usually get their bags of baby carrots for around $1 at Walmart which would make them free with this coupon! And you can print the coupon twice, which could make for lots of free carrots or a great deal on their other items.

If you plan on signing up, please use the link below so I can get credit for the referral.

http://www.recyclebank.com/referafriend/?___store=us&bl=c3RlcGhhbmllZ3JlZ29sZXNAeWFob28uY29t&utm_campaign=Refer-a-friend&utm_medium=direct%20link&utm_source=Q5113452&cm_mmc=Refer-a-friend-_-direct%20link-_-Q5113452-_-referral

Free Friday

Another week has gone by and Free Friday is here again! Check out the deals from Target, Amazon.com, Coach Outlet, Arbys, Staples, Bath & Body Works, American Greeting Cards & Michaels!

Coach:  Coach Factory Outlet released a

new coupon for 30% off. You have until Sunday (6/12) to use it.

Michaels:  You've only got through tomorrow to use it, but here is a $5 off $25 Michaels coupon.

some exclusions apply

Arbys:  GO HERE to print a coupon for a FREE 20 oz Jamocha Oreo Shake when you buy a combo meal. Expires 6/15.

Target:  If you need a bathing suit for a young girl in your house, make sure to check out Target’s Daily Deal today.  They are offering select styles of girls’ suits for just $6.50 — shipped!  That is a savings of 50% off of the list price.  Here are some additional offers I see today

• Women’s Plus-Size Mossimo® Mix & Match Swimwear Collection – $12.59 – $17.49 (normally $17.99 – $24.99)
• Converse One Star Collection Shoes – $8.98 – $18.74 (normally $17.99 – $24.99)
• Women’s Plus-Size Mossimo Supply Co. Elbow-Sleeve Boyfriend Cardigan Collection – $18.00 (normally $27.99)
• Girls’ Outerwear Wippette Kids’ Pink Leopard Rain Jacket – $13.00 (normally $19.99)

Remember that all daily deals always ship for free – so that’s an added savings right there.

Staples:  There is a great http $3 Staples coupon, you can print. Here are a couple of ideas — get a 24 pack of bottled water for as low as $0.69 or get a 6 Pack of Bounty Paper Towels for $1.99 (that's only 33 cents a roll!)

Bottled Water, 24 pack, $3.69
Use $3 Staples coupon
Final Price: $0.69

Bounty Towels, 6 Pack, $4.99
Use $3 Staples coupon
Final Price: $1.99


Keep in mind that some stores may not have this exact same price/deal, but it is certainly worth checking into if you are going to your store this weekend.

 

American Greeting:  There is a great coupon for $2 off 2 American Greeting Cards just in time for Father's Day. Print the coupon so you can get a great deal on a Father's Day Card.

Bath & Body Works:  A new coupon has just been released. You can get a free Signature travel item with any purchase. They really mean any purchase - you can buy a travel sized hand sanitizer for a buck and still use the coupon! This coupon is valid through 6/15.

Amazon.com: Here are a few more free eBooks for your Kindle. I love things I can get for free. Either I don't like it and can just delete it or I stumble across a new favorite.

• ”Midnight Cowboy” by James Leo Herlihy
• “Origins (Spinward Fringe)” by Randolph Lalonde
• “The World Set Free” by H.G Wells
• “Hunting with the Bow and Arrow” by Saxton Pope
• “Fishing and Shooting Sketches” by Grover Cleveland
• “Some Summonings Are Suspect” by Jeffry Somogyi’s