Little Tikes Free Shipping Deals

Little Tikes is at it again, offering sale prices and FREE shipping on some of their most popular items.  These toys really make me long for the days when my boys were little.  We had one of these Cozy Trucks (although they've updated the look - WOW!)....and all three boys enjoyed it.  Little Tikes toys are always a hit, and they are built to last!  Here are two of my favorites:

• Enjoy Free Shipping for a Limited Time on the Cozy Truck Red/Yellow/Blue now through December 12th!
• Enjoy Free Shipping for a Limited Time on the Endless Adventures Tikes Town Playhouse now through December 12th!

Lofthouse Cookie Club

Have you signed up for the Lofthouse Cookie Club yet?  In case you've been living under a rock lately (or don't have kids), these are the super tasty cake-like frosted cookies you see in the Bakery section of the grocery store.  Sign up for their Cookie Club and get a HOT coupon for $2.00 off a dozen Lofthouse Cookies!  

Custom iPhone Case - $10

Get a new iPhone?  Here's a great price to customize your case.  Pay just $10.  Shipping adds another $3.99.  Use coupon code MYIPHONE to get the deal.

I Need This For My Wall!

CVS - FREE 6-Pk Vitamin Water w/$10 Purchase

Oh, SNAP!  I love when this happens!  I hope you were lucky (and quick) enough to get the $20 CVS eGift Card for $10 yesterday (I was!).  If so, you can REALLY grab a deal.  Today and tomorrow, CVS's Deal Of The Day today is a FREE 6-pack of Vitamin Water with any $10 purchase.  This is a $4.88 value.  It says there are a limited supply of these coupons, so you may want to grab it while you can.  Click HERE to get your coupon.  Remember, this is valid only thru 12/5/12.  Note, the coupon is only available TODAY, but expires tomorrow (kinda confusing).  Either way - I'll be headed to CVS soon with a big ol' smile on my face.  Coupon and $20 eGift Card in hand!  :D
Thanks, Monster Freebies!

Free Movie Voucher To LesMiserables - Today Only

Wow - if you planned to see LesMiserables in theaters, here's an opportunity for you to see it for FREE!  Today only (12/4) Banana Republic stores are offering FREE movie vouchers to see LesMiserables.  One per person, only in stores.  Free Movie Voucher: Voucher is valid for up to $10 towards the purchase of a movie ticket to Les Miserables at participating theaters on or before 1/31/2013. While supplies last. Available in US (not including Puerto Rico) and Canada Banana Republic stores only. Click HERE to find a store near you.  NOTE:  Their facebook page says that "no purchase is necessary."  You gotta love that!  :)
Thanks, Clip And Follow!

HOT Magazine Deals - Just $5

I've said this before, I'll say it again...magazines make AWESOME Christmas presents!  They truly are the gift that keeps on giving.  As in literally.  Every month.  Today and tomorrow only, you can get a one year subscription to any one of these magazines for just $5:

• Car & Driver 
• Cosmopolitan 
• Country Living 
• Elle 
• Elle Décor 
• Esquire 
• Good Housekeeping 
• Harper's Bazaar 
• House Beautiful 
• Marie Claire 
• Oprah 
• Popular Mechanics 
• Redbook 
• Road & Track 
• Seventeen 
• Town & Country 
• Veranda 
• Woman's Day

Reindeer Pancake

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I couldn't let the year end without ONE MORE amazing pancake creation from Jenni Price. I present to you....the Reindeer Pancake!  Adorable, no?  Head HERE for a video tutorial of how to do this.  As you can see, even Jenni's kids can do it.  What a great way to spend Christmas morning (or the days leading up to it)....making Reindeer Pancakes together.  I WILL be doing this.  What about you?

LOVE IT!

......and who knew "loos'd" was a word?!?!  

Free Snowflake Ornament

FREE Bag Of Hill's Science Diet Cat Food

This awesome freebie is still available!  Head to the Petco Facebook page to request a FREE 3.5-lb bag of Hill’s Science Diet Hairball Control Formula! You’ll even be able to choose the formula type when filling out the form. Allow 2 weeks for delivery of your trial bag.
Thanks, Free Stuff Times!

HOT $20 CVS eGift Card For $10

If you ever shop at CVS, you will want to HURRY to Living Social and grab this $20 CVS eGift Card for just $10.  That's a GREAT bargain - and remember, you can still use all your own coupons and ExtraBucks Rewards and score some FAB deals!  There are a limited number, and this won't last long....so get it while you can!  Thanks, Hip2Save!

Fine Print: 

• Limit 1 per purchaser 
• Valid for in-store purchases only 
• May be used over multiple visits 
• Valid at any participating CVS 
• CVS e-Certificates can only be redeemed at registers in CVS stores (not valid for use at self-check out kiosks)

$0.49 Holiday Cards

It's not too late to get your custom holiday photo cards.  Cardstore has 'em on sale for $0.49 each today only when you use code CCP2349.  You have until midnight tonight to get the deal!

Free Shipping on Lalaloopsy & Bratz

Lalaloopsy are all the craze right now.  If you've got a little girl on your shopping list, you're likely looking for a deal on these popular dolls.  Little Tikes is offering FREE shipping and sale prices on Lalaloopsy and Bratz thru 12/16/12.

• Enjoy Free Shipping on the Lalaloopsy Littles Sew Cute Patient
• Save $10 and Enjoy Free Shipping on the Lalaloopsy Silly Hair Star
• Enjoy Free Shipping on the Lalaloopsy RC Scooter-27 MHz
• Enjoy Free Shipping on the Lalaloopsy Littles Rocker 'n' Stroller
• Enjoy Free Shipping on the Bratz Style Starz Doll Cloe
• Enjoy Free Shipping on the Bratz Boutique L.O.V.E. Jade

Wendy's $1.99 Kids' Meals & $10 Toys R Us Gift Card

Click HERE to print a coupon for a $1.99 Kids' Meal from Wendy's.  Not a bad price for a kids' meal!  Be sure to look inside your kids' TOY bag (included with the kids meal) for a $10 Toys R Us Gift Card offer.  I believe you'll receive a $10 Toys R Us Gift card with a $75 purchase.

Sharper Image - Free Shipping on $50+ Orders

Snowman Milk Jugs

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Yes, we WILL be making these Snowman Milk Jugs in the Park house!  Considering we go thru about 4 gallons of milk a week - we're sure to have the supplies we need!  They're fun, easy, and your kiddos can help BIG TIME.  Head HERE for a downloadable PDF and instructions.  Too cute!

Perfect For Hot Cocoa!!

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Are these adorable or WHAT?!?!  I am Room Mom for Zachary's class, and planned to serve hot cocoa at the Holiday party.  I'm thinkin' these will make PERFECT stir sticks.  The kids will love 'em.  I might even bring the fixin's and let the kids make their own.  Head HERE for the instructions on how to make these Candy Cane Marshmallow Pops.

New Month = New Coupons

It's a new month, which means we have a bunch of all-new coupons available. Get your printer ready - there are some good ones!  There are a few high-value toy coupons.  Remember, the $0.50 coupons will DOUBLE to $1 off at Tom Thumb and Albertsons.  There are also some nice coupons for upcoming Holiday baking - Chex Mix, anyone?

Baby & Toddler
$0.50 off ONE Pampers Wipes 60 ct. or larger
$2.00 off ONE Pampers Baby Dry Diapers

Beverages
$1.00 off two V8 vegetable juice
$1.00 off two V8 vegetable juice

Foods
$0.85 off ONE Truvia Natural Sweetener
$0.75 off Food Should Taste Good chips
$0.50 off 2 Pillsbury Rolled Pie Crusts
$1.50 off any ONE Kashi Soft-Baked Squares
$0.75 off any Quaker Oatmeal Cookies
$0.50 off any cup of Quaker Real Medleys Oatmeal
$0.75 off any box of Quaker Soft Baked Bars
$0.40 off THREE cans Pillsbury Grands! Biscuits
$0.40 off 3 Pillsbury Crescent Dinner Rolls
$1.10 off 2 HERSHEY'S KISSES or HERSHEY'S Nuggets
$1.00 off Any Filippo Berio Olive Oil
$0.50 off ONE box Honey Nut Cheerios cereal
$0.50 off Betty Crocker Cookie Mix
$0.50 off ONE BOX Trix cereal
$0.50 off Original Bisquick
$0.60 off 3 Pillsbury Sweet Rolls
$1.00 off any TWO boxes Chex cereals
$1.00 off Pillsbury Refrigerated Cookie Dough

Health Care
$1.00 off one (1) Little Remedies product

Household
BOGO Scotch-Brite™ Botanical Disinfecting Wipes
$0.75 off Renuzit SON Car Air Freshening Spray

Personal Care
$1.00 off any ONE (1) Caress Body Wash product
$1.00 off ONE (1) Dove Hair product
$1.00 off (1) GARNIER FRUCTIS Shampoo, Conditioner
$1.00 off any ONE (1) Degree product
$1.00 off ONE PONDS product
$4.00 off 3-oz Bengay zero degrees™ item
$0.50 off one (1) Carmex lip conditioner
$1.00 off Lever 2000 product
$2.00 off any two (2) REACH Toothbrushes
$1.00 off any ONE (1) Vaseline Hand & Body Lotion

Toys and Games
$5.00 off one KRE-O BATTLESHIP Building Set
$5.00 off Crayola Digital Light Designer
$10.00 off Hot Wheels with $50 purchase

Doggyloot Deal

Got dogs on your Christmas shopping list?  I just hung my pups stockings by the chimney with care yesterday!  Doggyloot is closing out Best Bully Sticks - and new Doggyloot customers can get this deal for just $3.49 SHIPPED.  How?  Sign up thru THIS link and you'll receive an instant $5 credit that can be applied towards your first deal.  Pay $8.49 for one large or two small Combo bones, including shipping.  Your $5 credit brings it down to just $3.49.

Half Off American Apparel

REMINDER:  Still available!
Here's a nice little find! Groupon has a half-off voucher for American Apparel.  If you like to shop here, this voucher is a must-have!  There are three options available:

• $25 for $50 worth of clothing and accessories online 
• $25 for $50 worth of clothing and accessories in-store 
• $50 for $100 worth of clothing and accessories in-store

Custom Peel & Stick Growth Chart - $13.99 (LAST DAY!)

REMINDER:  Tomorrow is the last day to get this deal!  If you've got a youngster, this is a GREAT idea!  Head to Ink Garden by 12/3/12 to save $14 on a Custom Peel & Stick Grown Chart.  I LOVE that you can personalize these with photos of your child - they've got so much more personality than the standard sharpie marks on my kiddos' closet doors!  You can get one for just $13.99 when you enter coupon code GROWTH14 at checkout.  Got more than one kid?  Good news - you can get up to THREE at this price. This Easy To Reposition and Remove Growth Chart Can Be Completely Customized Using Colors, Art and Photos. Head HERE for full details, and to see the designs.

Candy Cane Fruit

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Surprise your kiddos with this fun Candy Cane Apple as an after school snack!  Super simple, but simply super (if ya know what I mean)!
Don't have apples in the house?  You can do the same thing with bananas and strawberries!

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20 Free Custom Gift Tags

REMINDER:  This deal is still available!
These tags are cute!  Now you can customize your gift tags.  Click HERE to score 20 FREE gift tags from Ink Garden.  Simply enter coupon code FREETAGS at checkout.  You will have to pay for shipping.  Offer expires December 17th, 2012.  NOTE:  This is for new Ink Garden customers only.

Tiny Prints - 35% Off All Photo Gifts

Today and tomorrow only, Tiny Prints is offering 35% off all photo gifts.  Simply enter promo code CYBER1130 at checkout.  

5-Pack Kids Reusable Water Bottles - $7.99

Here's a nice deal from Kids Woot!  Get a 5-pack of Kids Reusable Water Bottles for just $7.99.  Great for sending in your kiddo's lunch or for keeping at their desk.  There is a BOY set, and a GIRL set.  I like that it includes a fridge tray.  And yes, they are BPA-free.

15% Off Holiday Gifts At Layla Grayce

'Tis the season to shop and Layla Grayce is offering 15% off all holiday gifts with promo code merry valid through 12/23! Find a gift for everyone on your list! Below are a few of my favorite Layla Grayce gift ideas! Delight your mother, sister or best friend with a Stephanie Johnson Palm Desert White Snap Mirror. A zebra-inspired print in metallic gold provides this on-the-go mirror with the high-profile glamour of a desert oasis. The Kirra Tate Chevron Blue Bracelet Set adds style to any outfit and makes the perfect gift for the holidays. Don't forget about the children on your list! The Blabla Doll Wooly Giant delights toddlers and older kids with his tall stature and slightly quirky style. Don't miss your chance to save 15% on these fantastic holiday gifts!

Get Your Fridge In The Spirit

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Got a white fridge?  Here's a super-easy way to dress your fridge up for the holidays!  "Crafting" My Talents shows you how to do it.  Great idea!

Best Buy Deals

Here's a summary of some HOT Best Buy deals available TODAY ONLY.  NOTE:  They all include FREE SHIPPING too - so you can shop from your own home & get it shipped straight to your doorstep for free.  LOVE that.  I pretty much have a rule that starting December 1st I will NOT set foot inside any store other than a grocery store until the second week of January!

• Save $9.99 on Dynex™ Wireless Optical Mouse, Sale $5.00,
• Save $200 on Nikon Coolpix S8200 16.1 Megapixel Digital Cameras, Sale $129.99,
• Save $50 on DeLonghi Nescafe Single-Serve Coffeemaker, Sale $139.99,
• Save $10 on Magic Bullet Blender, Sale $39.99
• Save $30 on Xbox 360 Kinect Starter Kit, Sale $9.99
• Save $10 on LeapFrog LeapsterGS Explorer Learning System, Sale $59.99

FREE KREON Micro-changers Figure Coupon Tomorrow

Freebie alert!  Be sure to check in your Sunday newspaper tomorrow.  The Smartsource coupon insert will have a KREO coupon for a FREE KREON Micro-changers figure ($3.49 value).  Zach has already called "dibs" on ours!  There's also a $5 off coupon.  :)

Doodle Tablecloth Or Placemats = FUN

Is it just me, or is this INGENIOUS?  If you, like me, have family coming over for dinner during the holidays - and that family includes CHILDREN.....check this out!  It's a tablecloth (or placemats) that you doodle on.  Yep - you are SUPPOSED to draw on this.  Dinner's over - just throw it in the washing machine and start all over again fresh next time.  LOVING this!

Olive Garden Pasta E Fajoli CopyKat Recipe

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UPDATE:  I made this soup last night, and it is TERRIFIC!  My family (and the neighbor) LOVED it.  It doesn't get much easier - just brown ground beef and dump in a bunch of canned items.  Super simple and really, really tasty.  Next time you want good comfort food, try this one!
When I go to Olive Garden I have a hard time deciding between their Pasta E Fajoli soup or salad - they're both SO GOOD!  I was thrilled to find this CopyKat recipe for their famous soup.  Click HERE for the recipe and instructions.  I will be trying this one!  Perhaps tonight!

Save $1 On Cream Of Wheat + Free Sample

I can remember eating bowls of Maple & Brown Sugar Cream Of Wheat on cold winter days growing up in Wisconsin.  It's one of my comfort foods, even now that I'm a big girl.  :)

Head HERE to print a coupon to Save $1.00 on one Cream Of Wheat product.  

Your Words Have Power

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Gotta remember this when the kids are driving me crazy.  Which, quite frankly, is often these days. We have been so busy lately that it is really starting to make us all insane.  Between school, work, chores, field trips, sleepovers, birthday parties, band, vet visits, doctor visits, laundry, cooking, cleaning, putting up decorations and every single other thing WE ARE ALL EXHAUSTED.  Impatient with one another.  Short tempered.  And to be honest, we all need a time out.  I was hoping that over Thanksgiving we could have some relaxation and good family time.  SOME was good, SOME was bad.  I don't feel refreshed.  I think I'm thrown right back into the fire as we now gear up for Christmas.  
I swore we would never be one of those over-scheduled, frantic families who doesn't has time to sit down to the dinner table, eat and discuss their days.  I used to relish entire weekends of having NOTHING scheduled.  Not getting out of our PJ's until late afternoon (if at all).  But slowly, it all crept up on us.  One activity per child (which I thought was reasonable) has blossomed exploded, when you take into consideration all the "extra" stuff we do.  It's the after school clubs and activities, the homework, the never ending running and going constantly that is killing us.  I for one, am worn out and about to just put a stop to it ALL.
I'm sorry to vent.  I know this is nothing unique to our family.  Quite frankly, it is a rampant problem in our society and we are all showing the strain.  Do you feel the same way?  How do you deal with it?  I'm open to any suggestions, as I'm about to sell everything we own and move to the hills where my nearest neighbor is 10 miles down the road.  Maybe I'll just be a hermit. Yeah, that's it!

FREE Hand Cream

REMINDER:  This is still available - have you gotten it yet?
Now that the weather is cooling down, my hands are already feeling like leather.  I kid you not, my husband went to hold my hand last week and asked me why my hands are so rough.  He then proceeded to have me feel his hands, which were remarkably soft.  I called him a girly man.  :)  

Head HERE to request a coupon for a FREE Essence Of Beauty hand cream from CVS MinuteClinic.  You will receive the coupon via email within 24 hours - I think I got mine in a matter of minutes.  Choose from 3 scents.  I've already picked mine up - I got the Coconut Citrus....it smells awesome!  And as we all know, FREE smells better.  True story.