FREE Love Notes Printables

Wanna be the coolest Mom in the cafeteria?  PaperCoterie is helpin' ya make that happen with this FREE download of sweet love notes - perfect for school lunches or tucking in a backpack. You can share big messages of love in cute little ways! Whether the recipient is big or small, everyone likes to know that they're loved. Download them for FREE and have fun leaving them in surprise places for those you love. Tuck in an occasional little treasure to add some sparkle to what may be a challenging day - a sucker, package of crayons, an invitation to join you for something special after school.  LOVE THESE!  I love putting notes in my kid's lunches - including the teen!

COACH Factory Outlet - Extra 30% Off!

Calling all you COACH fans (yes, I'm on a purse-tear, lately!).  TODAY is the LAST DAY the COACH Factory Outlet is having a 30% off sale plus FREE shipping on all orders $150+.  Yep - you read right....you will be able to take 30% off the already reduced prices, and there are DEALS to be had.  If you are a COACH girl, you will be drooling.  Now might be the time to send your husband this way to read the blog & get you a lovely (and useful) Valentine's Day gift!  :)

These are the same prices you will find at the factory store without having to make the drive. To get into the sale, you will need an invitation.  Would you like one?  (Silly question, I know!)  Send me an email at brendalpark@gmail.com with "COACH" in the subject line.  Tell me your email address, and I'll have them send you an invitation to the sale!  NOTE:  It can take up to 24 hours to get your approval via email.

You can score Wristlets as low as $17.50 (originally $58), a cute wallet for $45.50 (originally $138), Swingpacks for $41.30 (originally $128).  AMAZING deals.  Warning....items are selling out quickly, so if you are a COACH fan, you will want to email me quickly for your invitation!

 

Free $50 Best Buy Gift Card W/Smartphone Purchase

Get a FREE $50 Best Buy Gift Card when you reserve a new Smartphone by 2/9/13 and purchase by 12/31/13, No Commitment.

KidKraft 2-in-1 Activity Table - $75 SHIPPED

Here's a nice deal - get a KidKraft 2-in-1 Activity Table for just $69.99.  Zach can play Legos for HOURS, and I like that this table doesn't take up too much space.   One side is for Legos, turn it over & you've got a train-compatible surface. Yep - you get some Legos and a train set INCLUDED!   Shipping adds only $5, so you can get it shipped to you for $10 less than Amazon.  Available in Natural finish.

• If your children enjoy playing with LEGOS or train sets, the KidKraft 2-in-1 Activity Table is what you need to keep their play area organized and neat 
• The perfect size for young children to work from, yet large enough for multiple children to play around at once 
• Double-sided play board works as a LEGO-compatible building plate on one side, and a smooth surface for trains on the other 
• Includes 200 LEGO-compatible blocks and a 30-piece train set 
• Convenient storage under the play board 
• Sturdy construction

Valentine's Chex Mix

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Here's a fun recipe for Valentine's Chex Mix, which can be found on the Betty Crocker website.  This is perfect for a surprise after school snack, or would be terrific to bring to your child's school party.  Heck, I might even whip up a batch for Tim to take to work!  You can't go wrong with Chex Mix - everybody loves it!

Don't Forget Your Free Yogurt & Toppings Today!

REMINDER!  Yogurtand is celebrating National Frozen Yogurt Day TODAY.  Stop by any Yogurtland on 2/4/13 to snag FREE yogurt & toppings from 4-7PM.  Go HERE to find a location near you.
Here's Zach and his creation from last year (he's such a goober)!

$2 Big Barbecue Chicken Sandwich Today

REMINDER:  Here's a cheap lunch option....
Here's a cheap way to get your barbecue fix!  Every Monday thru February, Dickey's Barbecue Pit is offering the Big Barbecue Chicken Sandwich for just $2.  Valid Mondays only thru 2/28/13.  Cannot be combined with other offers.  

Valentine's Day Idea

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My favorite thing about these Valentines?  You can put your kiddo's mug on 'em!  Soooooo CUTE.  Head HERE for details.

Valentine Heart Pancakes

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Yet another lovely creation from Jenni Price.  This time a Valentine Heart Pancake tutorial.  Yep, you can do it!  Jenni will show you EXACTLY how it's done.  I have dabbled in pancake art with my boys, and I have to say - they truly do enjoy it and it's a great way to sneak in some quality family time.  Go HERE to download a PDF file with step-by-step detailed instructions.  Thanks, Jenni!

FREE Home Depot Kids Workshop Tomorrow

Looking for something fun to do this weekend?  Don't forget this Home Depot Kid's Workshop to help get your kids in the Valentine's spirit.  We love doing the Lowe's and Home Depot workshops, they're a great way to spend time with your kids, they can feel a sense of accomplishment from building something themselves.....and did I mention they're FREE?  

Build A Valentine Card Holder

Saturday, February 2nd, 2013

9AM-Noon

I've Got A Crush On This Valentine!

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What an adorable Valentine idea!  Apparently Walmart sells the Strawberry Crush soda in bottles.  These would  be so cute for your kid's school party, or to put a bunch in a basket for his teacher!  Design-A-Glow has this awesome idea on their site, complete with step-by-step instructions for how to make your tags!

Don't Forget Your Free Cup Of Soup At Mimi's Today

Friday, February 1st (TODAY) is National Wear Red Day (as a reminder that many women die each year of heart disease).  For this one day - come into Mimi's Cafe dressed in red and receive a FREE cup of soup.  No coupon required.  This would make for a cheap lunch - bring a pal, split a sandwich, get free soup!  Who wants to join me?  :)

Save Up To 75% On Kids Clothes With Wittlebee

Heard of Wittlebee?  It's a new Kids Clothing Club.  I remember the days of dragging my little ones to the mall because they'd outgrown their clothes (again).  It was a nightmare, and there was always an inevitable meltdown.  Now you can avoid all that (and keep from gettin' them out in the cold weather) with Wittlebee.  Wittlebee makes it much easier to shop for kids clothes.  Here's how it works:
Fill Out Your Style Profile telling them a wittle bit (get it?!?!) about yourself and how you dress your kid. You can leave your stylists notes on your account anytime to add more detail about your preferences. Your customized box of clothes arrives at your door in about two weeks. Every 6-item box contains about $100 in retail value of clothes. You'll receive a new box of clothes every month. You can pause or cancel your membership anytime.  Membership is $39.95 per month.  All the clothes are brand new, and good quality brands.  
Easy peasy, and I've heard the clothes are ADORABLE!

Use coupon code CP10 to save $10 off your first purchase!

$1.49 Valentine's Day Cards + Free Shipping

A sweet deal for a sweet holiday! There are so many kinds of love, and so many ways to share it. Cardstore has cards with the sweetest sentiments and the biggest smiles, so you 're sure to find something for every sweetie on your list, from spouses to kids to friends! Choose from a variety of designs, upload a photo, personalize with your own note, and add your signature! All Cardstore Valentine's Day cards are $1.49 now through 2/7/13 PLUS get Free Shipping to all U.S. and military mailing addresses. Just enter code CCA3131 when you checkout at Cardstore.com! 

FREE Valentine Craft eBook

Click on the banner to subscribe to the free FaveCrafts Quick and Crafty email newsletter and receive the 21 Valentine Craft Ideas for Kids eBook as a welcome gift. The 21 Valentine Craft Ideas for Kids featurs 21 projects to make with your kids, from homemade Valentines and decorations to gifts and school party crafts.

Fun Dip For The Big Game

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Check out this fun must-have dip for the big game!  It looks tasty, and is sure to be a hit with your Super Bowl Party-goers.  Head HERE to get the easy-peasy recipe for this fun Big Game Bean Dip.  Here is a Pace coupon to save you some money on the ingredients:

HOT $10 Off Your First DoggyLoot Deal!

Here's cause to celebrate!  DoggyLoot is turning 2, and if you tell them when your dog's birthday is they will give you an instant $5 credit to your account. With the new My Dogs feature (under the My Account tab), you can enter your dog's name, breed, birthday, and more. This will help DoggyLoot recommend the best products and rewards for you and your dog. After you add your dog's information, they'll credit $5 to your account! The credit never expires. You can enter as many dogs as you'd like. 
But it gets even better - if you've never ordered from DoggyLoot before, you can register for a new account HERE and score ANOTHER $5 credit thru my referral link.  That means a HOT $10 instant credit (yep, the credits can be stacked together for a whopping $10 off your purchase).  NOTE:  ALL DoggyLoot deals include shipping, and there are LOTS of current deals near the $10 price - meaning you can score a deal for almost NOTHING.  Awesome, right!  :)
P.S. Hurry! This special $5 promo ends at 11 p.m. CST on Wednesday 2/6.

Here are just a few of the deals that are currently available on DoggyLoot:

Save 25% On ThredUP

Have you tried ThredUp yet? ThredUP is offering 25% off your first order Use coupon code 25OFF to get the deal. They have a variety of kid’s clothes priced in the $2- $5 range.  I have ordered from them before, and been really pleased with my purchases.  It's a great way to grab gently used clothing on the cheap!  And you don't even have to leave your house.  Spent $40+ and you'll score FREE shipping!

Peanut Butter & Jelly Bars

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After the storms yesterday, and the cold weather today, I'm in a mind to do some baking.  A quick perusal of Pinterest located this recipe for PB&J Bars that looks like just what I'm lookin' for!  I'm gonna whip up a batch of these bad-boys and surprise the boys when they come home from school (if there's any left!).  Head HERE for the full recipe.  LOVING the honey roasted peanuts on top!

Totsy - LunchBots Sale

If you're trying to get your family eating healthier in 2013 - you may want to check out the LunchBots sale at Totsy.  LOVE these! LunchBots are the safe, easy alternative to plastic containers. By packing your family's lunch and snacks in these smart containers, you're giving them a healthy and high-quality option in place of plastics which may leach chemicals into food. Since they're eco-friendly and reusable, that means you and your family are saving money and the environment each time you choose to "brown-bag" it. 
NOTE:  To find the LunchBots sale, scroll down the page to the LUNCHBOTS sale.  I LOVE the little Dips Condiment Containers!  Remember, if you've never ordered from Totsy before, your first order SHIPS FREE - so this is a great way to save $$$$ on these GREAT lunch items.