BMIM Has Moved!

I'm thrilled to announce that BMIM has moved to http://www.becausemoreismore.com! You will notice the blog looks different; my goal was to give it a fresh, new look while making it easier to read & navigate.

Remember to update your bookmarked sites & verify your RSS or email subscription is updated. You don't want to miss a single deal!

I will not be updating this site anymore, so please come visit BMIM at http://www.becausemoreismore.com.

Photo courtesy of George MacDonald.

Last Week for Dine Around Seattle

I love Dine Around Seattle & am always sad to see it end. It's such a fantastic way to experience nice restaurants at affordable prices. It ends on March 31st (& won't be back until November), so if you haven't taken advantage of it yet, do so in the next few days.

If you are unfamiliar with Dine Around Seattle, twice a year restaurants get together & for one month create 3 course dinner menus for $30 (many offer lunch for $15). Typically there are 3-4 options to choose from for each course. Friday & Saturday are excluded, but you can still take advantage of this amazing offer on another night when it likely isn't as crowded anyway!

Some options you may want to consider for brunch tomorrow (choose the 3 course lunch option for $15; verify the offer is valid on Sunday) are:

• 35th Street Bistro in Fremont


• Steelhead Diner in Pike Place Market


• Toulouse Petite Kitchen & Lounge on Queen Anne


• Purple Cafe & Wine Bar in Bellevue

Recaro Giveaway Deadline Approaching

Just a reminder that the deadline to enter Recaro's giveaway is approaching. Enter a photo of your little one wearing green to contest@recarousa.com & you could be one of 10 winners. Entries will be accepted until March 28th.

If your submission wins, you will choose a seat or booster from the new Envy (green color scheme) collection. Details are over at Recaro's Facebook page.

Remember, the correct seat for your child is the one that fits him/her properly, installs in your vehicle properly, & will be used properly every single time. Good luck!

Organic Formula Just $20.61/Can!

Formula is expensive, especially organic formula. That's why this Friday deal at Amazon is something you should consider if you use organic formula.

Today only a 4 pack of Earth's Best Organic Formula (25.75 oz/can) is on sale for $97. However, using the Subscribe & Save option brings the price down to $82.45, or just $20.61 each.

Free shipping is included with Subscribe & Save & you can cancel your next shipment at any time. If you need organic formula, take advantage of this deal today.

Free 2 oz. Lotion from Bath & Body Works

Print out this coupon & head to your local Bath & Body Works today or tomorrow & receive a free 2 oz. body lotion in their new Country Chic scent.

This deal isn't worth a special trip to the mall, in my opinion. However, if you're headed there anyway, get some free lotion!

It's Mega Swagbucks Day!

It's Friday & it's Mega Swagbucks Day! That means you can earn a ton more Swagbucks on Fridays. Which means you earn free stuff faster!

Not Swagging? Sign up here.

Free Suave Professionals Coupon

Head over to Facebook & "like" Suave Beauty (come on...."like" BMIM while you're there) & click on the giveaway tab. Enter your info & you will receive a coupon good for a free, full size Suave Professionals Styling product.

Thanks, Thrifty NW Mom!

30 Tulips for $12 at Whole Foods

This deal isn't going to blow your mind, but I love tulips so I had to share it with you. Today only at your local Whole Foods Market, you can get 3 bunches of tulips (10 per bunch) for $12. Give some away or decorate your house with them....& do so without breaking the bank!

Nothing says spring to me like tulips. Hooray for warmer weather coming & hooray for this deal on such pretty flowers!

Hanna Andersson Outlet Sale Starts Today

Hanna Andersson Outlets have a new spring sale starting today. You can save an extra 50% off all 2010 Spring Hannas! Really, will anyone know your child is wearing a spring outfit from 2010 or 2011? I doubt it. If you want the latest fashions though, the 2011 spring items have arrived as well.

The outlets are located in the following cities:

• Williamsburg, VA


• Michigan City, IN


• Kittery, ME


• Lake Oswego, OR


• Woodinville, WA

Finding Hanna Andersson items at these prices is a steal. Remember, many of their cotton items are either organic cotton or Oeko-Tex Standard Certified.

Win a Kindle 3G

Go "like" Amazon Kindle on Facebook & enter to win a Kindle 3G. You have until March 31st to enter (you only need to enter once); after that 10 winners will receive Kindle 3Gs!

Vocalpoint Freebies

Vocalpoint has a link for a free sample of a new Kellogg's cereal (the photo is of Frosted Mini Wheats, so I'm assuming it's a new flavor). Also, the free International Delight Breve Creamer offer is still available!

Excellent Article on the Food Movement

I make no bones about it: I'm passionate about the food movement in our nation. I feel very strongly that we need better access to organic, sustainably produced food, that kids should have healthy lunches at school, that supporting local farmers is vital to feeding our nation, & more. It's easy to get discouraged though, when it seems like our political leaders don't feel the same way.

However, according to The New York Times, there are lots of reasons to be hopeful about the changes that are being made to our food sources. The article lists 6 things we should feel good about, & let me tell you....I do feel good after reading it!

I encourage you to read the article (it's a quick read, I promise), but here are a few gems worth highlighting:

• There are more than 6000 farmer's markets nationwide (1 250% increase since 1994) & 900 of those are open during the winter!
• Wholesome Wave has a program that doubles the value of your federal food stamps (SNAP) when you use them at participating farmer's markets!
• More people are growing their own produce & the number of farms is growing (although, there is the small issue of the majority of farmers nearing retirement age & the void that will be created when they do).

What do you think? Are you concerned with the way our food is produced? Leave a comment & let me know your thoughts on this subject & the article.

$25 in Food at Five Bistro only $10

South Snohomish readers, listen up! This is a great deal for a nice dinner out, so I had to share it.

LivingSocial has a deal today where you can purchase a $25 voucher to Five Restaurant Bistro in Edmonds for only $10. I've never been to this bistro, but this looks like my kind of place, so I'm going to buy a voucher. I think I'll use it with my sister for a girls night out!

If you want to snag your voucher, head over to LivingSocial & grab yours now!

Wee Cycle Passes Giveaway

In various parts of the US, community consignment sales are very common. Here in WA, that isn't the case. I participated in one about 2 years ago & it was the first & last time the organizers did it. I suppose the turn out wasn't enough to justify their time.

I've heard that OR has many more of these events, & the Wee-Cycle Children's Consignment & Scrapbook Sale will be on April 1st & 2nd in Portland. Consignors can earn up to 80% commission or simply shop the same & snag some bargains!

I love the idea of these sales because a) it's a thrifty way to get needed goods & b) it's good for the environment (buying gently used items means less natural resources are used to manufacture new goods).

Wee-Cycle has graciously offered 2 BMIM readers 2 passes (shop with a friend!) to the Consignor Pre Sale on March 31st from 5:30-8pm. Shopping the pre sale means you get the best selection! At the event I went to 2 years ago, I snagged a Lilly Pulitzer cardigan for my daughter for $6!

Here's how to enter: Leave a comment saying you'd like to win the passes. Easy! For an additional entry, head over to Facebook & "like" Wee-Cycle LLC, then come back & leave a comment stating you did so. That's it!

The winner will be picked at random by Random.org on Sunday, March 27th at 8pm PST & the tickets will be mailed to you (so it's imperative you email me your mailing address right away, to get them in time). Good luck & thanks Wee-Cycle!

Free Purex Sample

I love samples! I use them when I travel or throw them in donation bags for the food bank. Here's a link to request a complimentary sample of Purex Complete with Zout. Your sample should arrive in approximately 12 weeks, or you can skip the sample & print out a $1 coupon instead.

$1 Dove Ice Cream Coupon

Head over to Dove Ice Cream on Facebook & "like" them (go on, "like BMIM if you haven't!). Then you can print out a $1 off coupon!

This coupon should be posted until 3/25/11 or until it has been printed 60,000 times. If you want yours, print it now before it disappears!

Jamba Juice: 2 Smoothies for $5!

My daughter & husband are addicted to Jamba Juice, so this coupon is going to come in handy. Get any 2 size 16 smoothies, juices, Ideal Meals, or Hot Blends for $5 through 3/30/11 when you use this coupon.

Thanks, Thrifty & Thriving!

NW Harvest Donation=Free Stealth Ticket

Tomorrow morning (March 23rd) the Washington Stealth & Northwest Harvest will be outside Comcast Arena in Everett (on Broadway Ave) between the hours of 7am-10am. They are hosting a curbside food drive for Northwest Harvest. When you make a donation, you will receive a ticket voucher good for the Friday, March 25th Washington Stealth game against the Boston Blazers (you must redeem your voucher by noon on March 25th).

We know how much stuff couponers can get for free, so make a donation of free or inexpensive food items & get a free ticket to watch lacrosse. Win/win if you ask me!

Ivar's: BOGO Meal $1.06

I posted this deal last year, but forgot about it until just now when my dad reminded me. Today would have been Ivar Haglund's 106 birthday & to celebrate, all Ivar's locations will let you purchase a second entree for $1.06 when you say "Happy Birthday, Ivar!" (Note, the first entree is full price.)

Additionally, select desserts will be $1.06 at Ivar's Acres of Clams, Ivar's Salmon House, & Ivar's Mukilteo Landing. Yum!

New eCoupons Released

Cellfire & Shortcuts both released new eCoupons today. Take a look at what is available, load them up to your store's rewards card, & then when you swipe your card at the store, the eCoupons will come off automatically.

Seriously...saving money has never been easier. Go check them out!

Tasty Tuesday

My friend Heather over at Queen Bee Coupons posed the most delicious looking recipe for homemade rolls. Making your own bread, rolls, cinnamon rolls, etc. is very economical but I have a confession to make: Yeast scares me. I know that's stupid, but it's true. I've never made my own bread or rolls because the idea of dealing with yeast seems too intimidating!

However, these rolls look so delicious, I think I'm inspired to give this recipe a try. So, without further ado, I give you Heather's Grandma Ramona's Roll Recipe.

Thanks for the recipe & photo, Queen Bee Coupons! And thanks, Grandma Ramona!

Organic Prairie: 15% off Everything!

YES! Organic Prairie is offering 15% off everything (hams excluded; but they were already on sale) for 2 days. Use code: BEGIN311 at checkout. This sale is valid through midnight CT on March 22nd.

2 Gallery Wrapped Photos Only $39!

There are numerous daily deal sites out there & I get a lot of emails from them. Often the deals aren't that much of a deal (especially when you add in shipping costs).

However, today's deal from FamilyFinds is something I felt was worth sharing. $39 will get you a voucher for one 16"x20" photo wrapped canvas (3/4" think) & one 5"x7" photo wrapped canvas (same print) from Real Canvas Prints! If you have professional photos taken & have them on a disc or if you have some great photos you took with your camera, this is a great way to display your cherished memories without breaking the bank.

You can purchase as many vouchers as you like, but you can only redeem 1 voucher per order. Shipping is currently $11.95 for the mainland states (AK & HI higher). I still think this deal is a good value, even with the shipping added into the total cost. Don't worry about this voucher expiring before you can use it, because you have until 3/28/12 to use it!

I think I'm going to take advantage of this offer. If you to, purchase your voucher before they sell out!

Eating Organic on a Food Stamp Budget?

I found this great video online showing how eating organic food can be done on a very limited budget. Specifically, $33.48, the average weekly amount people in the US receive for food stamps. The menu is fairly limited for an entire week, but the point is you can do organic on a small budget (however, it would get pretty boring). Now, the total amount spent went about $5 or $6 over the food stamp allotment, but really....the total is impressive for a full week's worth of organic food!

I had no idea that some farmer's market accept food stamps! Shopping at farmer's markets are a great way to support your local economy & reduce your carbon footprint at the same time. Also, shopping the bulk section of your grocery store is a fantastic way to get organic ingredients at a very low cost. However, consider bringing your own reusable bags for those bulk ingredients; this reduces the amount of plastic bags that end up in our landfills.

Watch & leave a comment with your thoughts.

Organic on Food Stamps? from Jennifer Grayson on Vimeo.

Gap/Old Navy/Banana Repulic: 30% off

Today is the last day for the big Give & Get sale. Use this coupon at either Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Gap Outlet, or Banana Republic Factory Stores & receive 30% off (get). Additionally, 5% of your purchase will be donated to Feeding America (give)!

Drinking Straw Glasses $1 Shipped

I realize this deal is totally random & totally silly.....but I know my daughter would love these, so I had to share it with you. Today only over at 1SaleADay you can get a pair of drinking straw glasses for $1 with free shipping!

The Easter Bunny is going to order a pair for the little girl at my house. It will make a cute (& inexpensive) Easter basket item.

50% off Kid's at Lands' End + 6% Back!

Lands' End has a great sale on kids items with discounts going up to 50% off. There are plenty of cool weather items, & surprisingly....a decent amount of warm weather stuff is included in this sale. I found sandals, swimwear, short sleeved t shirts, & more.

If you shop at Lands' End via Ebates, you will get 6% back on your purchases! (Note: To get the 6% rebate, you must shop via the Ebates link.) Will 6% pay for that trip around the world? No, but it's a nice little rebate if you were going to purchase something from Lands' End anyway! Plus, if you're new to Ebates, you will get a $5 referral credit just for signing up!

If you find any great deals, leave a comment letting us know.

Rite Aid & Walgreens Deals

I didn't have time to do the drug store match ups again this week. However, I can't leave you hanging. So I am turning to my blogging friends for help.

Melody over at This Beautiful Frugal Life posted the best deals this week at Rite Aid. If you need to add deodorant to your stockpile, you can get 2 sticks of Lady Speed Stick free this week!

Angela over at The Coupon Project has some great Walgreens deals posted for you to check out. The $.99 Method hand soap caught my eye!

If you find some great deals at either store, leave a comment letting us know.

Kindle Games on Sale for $.99!

Amazon has a bunch of Kindle games on sale for $.99 (in addition to the free games). You can choose from games like Scrabble, Hangman 4 Kids, The New York Times 30 Challenging Crosswords, & more.

Remember, you can download the free Kindle apps for many other devices such as Android phones, iPads, iPhones, Blackberry phones, & more. Then you could take advantage of this deal & play the games on your existing device.

Thanks, The Frugal Find.

$70+ in Organic Groceries for $5.99!

If you follow my blog or any other frugal living blog, you know by now that deals go fast. I don't normally post deals that I have taken advantage of that sell out before I can share them with you, because it feels like I'm bragging or saying "neener, neener, neener, look what I got."

However, this deal is so amazing that it is a good example of why you need to be a fan of BMIM (& your other favorite blogs!) on Facebook, a follower on Twitter (yes, I'm finally joining the world of Twitter!), subscribe to get BMIM delivered to your email inbox, or subscribe via a RSS feeder. If you're simply checking the blog every day (which is great; I'm not complaining), you may miss out on deals that sell out lightening quick.

On Tuesday, my friend Jen over at Thrifty NW Mom posted a deal about how Amazon Fresh was giving $75 off any order of $30 or more to the first 1000 new customers. Since I'm a fan of Thrifty NW Mom on Facebook, I saw her posting right away; much faster than if I just randomly checked Jen's blog a few times a day. I was able to take advantage of the offer & got $72-ish worth of groceries for just $5.99 in delivery fees (my order was originally around $78, but they were out of an item, so they simply deducted it from my total).

Sadly, by the time I placed my order & went to post it on here, the deal had sold out. This is why it's vital to follow your favorite blogs by subscription, Facebook, Twitter, etc. to get the best deals!

I took a better photo of my order, but my daughter wanted to get in on the action, so of course I'm using the photo with her in it. In the photo above you will see I got:

• 2 bottles of organic white grape juice


• 1 jar of organic pasta sauce
  
• 1box (6 ct) of organic fruit roll ups
  
• 4 cans of organic chicken noodle soup


• 1 box (5 ct) microwavable mac & cheese made with organic cheese


• 1 box of an organic skillet meal kit


• 1 box of taco shells


• 2 packages of taco seasoning mix


• 1 small container of organic raspberries (the most expensive thing I purchased...but it was a treat for my daughter!)


• 3 organic apples


• 2 lbs. of organic baby carrots


• 1 head of organic lettuce


• 1 lb. of organic ground beef


• 1 lb. of organic ground pork

While I'm sad I wasn't able to share this deal with you, it's a good example of why staying connected to your favorite blogs (hopefully BMIM is one of them!) is vital if you want to get the best deals. Head over to BMIM's Facebook page & become a fan if you haven't, follow BMIM on Twitter, or subscribe via RSS or daily emails. Whatever your preference, staying connected to blogs will help you get the best deals.

Free S/H from E.L.F. Cosmetics

Back in the day (you know, the dual income, no kids day!) I used to exclusively wear MAC cosmetics. I still love MAC...but since I am a stay at home mom now, spending that kind of money on cosmetics just isn't a priority for me now.

About a year ago I tried E.L.F. cosmetics & I have to say....I love them. They are insanely cheap (prices start at $1!) & when you find a product that works well.....it works well. However, if you get a product that isn't good, it's pretty terrible.

So yes, the quality can be hit or miss. At these prices though, it's worth a shot! I have had the best luck with the powder blush & eye shadows & all of the lip products. Seriously, when the item is good....it's good. Almost as good as my trusty old MAC stuff!

Right now E.L.F. is offering free shipping on orders of $15 or more today only. Use the code: MODSHIP at checkout. Since the prices average between $1-$3, that's a lot of stuff you can get for your minimum order amount! Or consider getting the Mini Makeup Collection shown above; it's $15 & you get 27 items to try out!

If you have tried E.L.F. products before, leave a comment letting us know your thoughts. Like I said, they can be hit or miss. I find the low price is worth the gamble!

Free International Delight Creamer

Head over to Vocalpoint & log in (or sign up if you haven't!) & see if you qualify for a free bottle of International Delight Breve Cream creamer. If you do, you will be mailed a coupon for a free bottle!

Thanks, Give Me Neither!

Amazon Friday Deals

There are a few deals that are note worthy today over at Amazon. These are only available today, so if you want one of these items, order it now.

• Zico Pure Premium Coconut Water, Passionfruit (12 cans), $11.05 using Subscribe & Save


• Green Mountain Coffee Fair Trade Gingerbread K Cups (24 cups), $13 (not the best price on K Cups, but not bad for Fair Trade)


• Earth's Best Newborn Gift Pack, $35 (such a good deal on organic baby products!)

TGIF...'Cause It's MegaSwagbucks Day

Fridays are Mega Swagbucks Day! If you want to earn free prizes (I always opt for the $5 Amazon gift cards), register for Swagbucks now. You have nothing to lose & lots of free stuff to gain!

Vacation Rentals from $285 for a Week

If you're planning a vacation, check out these great deals on vacation rentals. You can get 7 nights as low as $285!

There are resorts all over the US, Canada, & the Caribbean. Obviously, the price will depend on where & when you book, but it's worth checking out. The sale prices are valid through 3/18/11 at 4pm CDT, so don't delay!

Free Organic Wash Cloth w/any Order 3/17

Head over to Go Natural Baby because they want to make your St. Patrick's Day a little greener (get it...green....eco friendly? corny, I know)! Today only, you will get a free organic cotton wash cloth with any order.

Look at the cute fair trade certified organic cotton lion stuffed animal shown above. It's on sale for only $5! Add that & the organic wash cloth & you have a cute, affordable, & eco friendly baby shower gift!

1000 Free Copies of KaBoom!

If you want your kids to go unplugged & go outside to actually play (a novel concept, I know!), act fast for this freebie.

The first 1000 moms to take the Save the Play Pledge to get their kids outside more will receive a complimentary copy of KaBoom!: How One Man Built the Movement to Save Play.

Anything that encourages outdoor play is a great thing, if you ask me. I was one of the first 1000, so I'm getting my book. Take the pledge now & get your copy!

Thanks, Mama Cheaps.

Free 1 Year of Woman's Day

Hurry if you want this....free magazine subscriptions go fast. Register to receive a complimentary 1 year subscription to Woman's Day!

Getting Married? Get a Free Airline Ticket!

Are you getting married soon, or do you know someone who is? If so, stop what you are doing & read this post now!

JCPenney is giving you a great incentive to use their gift registry services: a free airline ticket! Create a new wedding registry, enter a minimum of 15 items to your wish list, & you will receive a free companion airline ticket. Of course there is some fine print, so read all the details before you create your registry.

Weddings & honeymoons are expensive, so take advantage of this offer & save on your airfare!

Thanks, Coupon Savvy in Cowlitz Co.!

All You Magazine Just $1.66/issue!

All You is often called "the couponer's magazine" & for good reason. Every issue is loaded with high value coupons. Currently, Amazon has the 1 year subscription to All You on sale for $19.95 (just $1.66 per issue).

If you redeem 1 or 2 coupons out of each issue you will easily pay for this subscription. There is also an option to get 6 months of All You for $10. If you are unsure about whether this magazine will be beneficial, consider getting the 6 month subscription to try it out.

50% off Clearance Apparel at Fred Meyer

Starting tomorrow & valid through Saturday, clearance apparel at Fred Meyer will be an additional 50% off. This is a perfect opportunity to stock up for next fall/winter on items at rock bottom prices!

Win a Recaro Car Seat or Booster Seat

I am very passionate about keeping kids safe in cars & am a huge car seat geek. So I was thrilled to see another giveaway from Recaro!

To celebrate the first week of spring, Recaro is giving away 10 seats from their new green Envy line. The winners can pick the seat or booster they want from the Envy line; this allows you to pick the right seat for your child. This is quite a prize, as the seats range in value from $129.99 - $279.99!

To enter all you need to do is submit a photo of your little one wearing green between March 21st through March 28th to contest@recarousa.com. All the details & fine print are located on Recaro's Facebook page.

Good luck & remember that the correct seat for your child is the one that fits them correctly, fits your vehicle correctly, & will be used properly every time.

25% off Maternity Clothing from Loft

If you need some stylish maternity wear, check out Loft. Right now you can save 25% on their maternity clothing, no coupon or code needed!

How cute & comfy would that dress shown above be this summer? Goodness knows, you need cool clothing during the heat when you're pregnant!

Schick Intuition Facebook Fan Surprise

Go "like" Schick Intuition on Facebook if you haven't already (& "like" BMIM while you're there; there's lots of stuff going on on BMIM's Facebook wall!). On March 21st there will be some kind of surprise from Schick Intuition for their Facebook fans.

Coupon? Freebie? I don't know what it will be, but I like Intuition razors, so I want to find out!

Free S/H on any Origins Order

Through March 21st, score free shipping on any order from Origins (no minimum value)! Treat yourself, or think out of the box & stock up on gifts.

I think the Drink Up Duo set shown above would be an excellent end of the year teacher gift. It's only $15 & contains a reusable water bottle (for the summer vacation!) & an intensive overnight mask. Add a note saying "Here's a little something to help you relax over the break." How cute is that? It's eco friendly too, since it will reduce the amount of plastic water bottles thrown out!

Hardcover Photo Books $3.99 Shipped!

Artscow is at it again with another great photo deal! Currently you can create 20 page 5"x7" hardcover photo books for $3.99 each with free worldwide shipping! You can ship them to yourself or send them to a loved one...anywhere on the planet!

Just use the code: JUST399BK at checkout. This deal is valid through 4/4/11, however it does state that Artscow has the right to cancel this promotion at any time, so I wouldn't wait too long to take advantage of it.

It's worth noting that there is no quantity limit, so feel free to make a bunch of books!

Tasty Tuesday

This recipe really couldn't get easier; it's only 2 ingredients. Can you even call it a recipe? It's more like tweaking ingredients.

Regardless, it's cute & would be fun to do with your kids to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. I think I will make these with my daughter on Thursday for a a festive after school snack!

I found the recipe for Sweet Shamrock Pretzels over at Family Fun. Check out the other great stuff Family Fun has online while you're over there!

20% off Organic Ham (think Easter!)

Through March 31st, Organic Prairie is offering 20% off their hardwood smoked hams. You can choose from boneless ham or bone-in spiral cut ham.

Finding organic ham can be difficult & finding it on sale is almost impossible. Consider ordering one now for your Easter dinner (or any other dinner!).

$10 Tuesdays at Papa Murphy's

Don't forget that today is $10 Tuesdays at select Papa Murphy's locations. Get any pizza, any size for just $10 (stuffed included!).

Since select locations are participating, call ahead to make sure yours is participating. No one wants a higher bill when they go to pick up a pizza!

425 Magazine Subscription for $8

Eastside & South Snohomish County readers, listen up! Over at Rue La La (under the Seattle local deals) you can get a 1 year subscription to 425 (a magazine all about living within the 425 phone prefix area!) for just $8. That's just $.66 an issue!

I enjoy reading 425. It has information on great restaurants, shops, things to do, etc. It's just a great way to learn about new places to explore....in our backyard!

This deal is only available today, so don't delay if you want to subscribe. Purchase your 425 subscription now.

Lynnwood Borders Closing Sale

As I've previously mentioned, the Borders in Lynnwood, WA is closing. Their sale has been going on now for some time, but the discounts are greater now. Prices are slashed 30-50% & there are no longer any exclusions (books, DVDs, CDs, & more). Store fixtures & equipment is even on sale.

If you're a bargain hunter, head over there soon! I've heard it's getting somewhat picked over, but you should find some bargains on what is left.

Free Vinyl Chalkboard Labels

These labels are adorable....& free! Today only, snag a free set of 3 chalkboard vinyl adhesive decals. All you need to pay is $.99 in shipping!

I think these would be adorable in a playroom. Where do you plan on using your set?

Thanks, Amy!

New Shortcuts eCoupons

Shortcuts released some new eCoupons. Just download them to your grocery store rewards card & you will save as soon as you swipe your card at the register!

A few eCoupons worth noting:

• $1/2 Pillsbury refrigerated cookie dough packages (look for St. Patrick's day cookies on sale!)
• $3/1 Scrubbing Bubbles shower starter kit
• $.75/1 Chex cereal
• $.50/1 McCormick spice, herb, extract, or food color (make your food green this week!)
• $2/1 L'Oreal cosmetic face product

Free DVD Rental at Blockbuster Express

If you have a Blockbuster Express located near you, you can snag a free rental today. Use the code: MONDAYFREE at the kiosk.

Thanks, The Coupon Project!

Skin MD Natural Giveaway Winner

Congratulations to Kalea for winning the Shielding lotion from Skin MD Natural!

If you didn't win, don't be a hater. There are more giveaways coming!

Gap/Old Navy/Banana Republic: 30% off

The big Give & Get Sale is back at Gap, Old Navy, & Banana Republic starting March 17th & ending on March 20th. Use this coupon & get 30% off (you can use it multiple times) & 5% of your purchases will be donated to Feeding America. If I find a link for the other charities, I'll post that. But I'm sure we all agree that Feeding America is certainly a worthy cause!

What makes this coupon even better is that you can use it at the Gap Outlet & Banana Republic Factory stores! Rarely do coupons come out for outlet stores, so it's definitely worth checking out if you live near one.

Thanks, Sweet Deals 4 Moms!

Sunday Coupon Preview

According to Sunday Coupon Preview, we should be getting 2 inserts tomorrow 1 in the Seattle Times.) Take a peek at the coupons to see how many papers you should purchase.

Old Navy: One Day Sale on Tank Dresses

Saturday, March 12th is another One Day Wonder Sale at Old Navy. This time the item is tank dresses...right in time for spring. Women's tank dresses will be $9 & girl's will be $7.

This sale will be available at all U.S. stores & online. Happy shopping!

Free Kids Craft at Lakeshore Learning

Head to your local Lakeshore Learning tomorrow between 11-3 for the free kids activity. Tomorrow the little ones will be able to make fun & funky peacocks using paper plates, feathers, glitter glue, etc. Cute!

Lands' End: 25% off + Free S/H

I am in love with Lands' End. Just yesterday I called their customer service regarding an issue with the snow boots I bought for my daughter. The boots work fine but there is a cosmetic defect & guess what? Lands' End refunded the entire price & let me keep the boots (since really, they work fine)! I'm telling you, their customer service cannot be beat.

This weekend Lands' End is offering 25% off your entire purchase both in store & online. Your order will ship free, too! Stock up for summer or check out the overstock section & snag some bargains for next fall or winter.

$25 to Spend at Ravenna Gardens for $15

I have a black thumb & kill everything, but I am trying to get better at gardening. Ravenna Gardens is my favorite gardening store & there is a great deal on Rue La La for Ravenna Gardens today!

For 2 days, purchase a $25 voucher for $15 to Ravenna Gardens (limit 2). These vouchers are only valid through 4/30/11 so you will need to use them fairly quickly. However, this is the perfect way to get your spring garden ready to go & do so while saving money!

It's Mega Swagbucks Friday!

Today is Friday & that means it's Mega Swagbucks Day. You can earn a lot more Swagbucks on Fridays, so get to it! If you aren't Swagging yet, register here.

Yankee Candle BOGO Free Coupon

If you're ready to get some spring-ish candles (I am soooo over apple, brown sugar, vanilla, etc candles!), print out this BOGO Free coupon for Yankee Candle (jar or tumbler) & stock up. The coupon is valid through 3/13/11.

Thanks, Thrifty NW Mom!

Flirty Aprons 60% Off!

I love Flirty Aprons! Last year I bought one for myself & a matching one for my daughter (it's either precious or lame depending on what you think; I choose precious) & I must say, we have a great time in the kitchen wearing our matching aprons. The apron shown above is the one I purchased for myself & my daughter.

Right now there are select aprons on sale 60% off. Note that these are irregular, so there may be some minor issues with them. My apron is an irregular, & there was a tiny ink or grease stain near the lower hem. It's barely noticeable & I don't mind at all considering I got it for 60% off!

Thanks, Hip2Save!

Target BOGO 50% off Shoes & Handbags

Target has a sale starting in store March 13th that is a buy one get one 50% off on shoes & handbags (mix & match!). However, you can shop online now. Use the code: TGTHA2FJ. Check out the handbags & shoes to see what kind of deals you can find!

Free $20 Target Gift Card

Plum District is a newer daily deal site (well, new compared to say, Groupon). They have a pretty cool promo going on today. If you refer friends & 4 of them sign up (they don't have to buy anything!) you will receive a $20 Target gift card!

I haven't purchased anything from Plum District yet, but this seems like a nice way to become familiar with them.

30% off Seventh Generation at Amazon

Amazon has select Seventh Generation products on sale for 30% off using a special promo code for Amazon Mom members & Subscribe & Save. The first 15% comes off your order using Subscribe & Save & the second 15% comes off using the code : SEVCLEAN at checkout.

The code states that you must be an Amazon Mom member to use it, so if you haven't signed up yet, do so now. You get lots of great benefits including free 2 day shipping for 3 months!

There are some great deals on Seventh Generation products using Subscribe & Save & this code; take a look & see if you find something you like!

Thanks, Mama Cheaps.

Photoworks Clients: $30 Shutterfly Credit

Sadly, Photoworks will be shutting down in May. If you have used Photoworks in the past, there is an upside to this. If you transfer your photos from Photoworks to Shutterfly, you will get a $30 credit to Shutterfly!

Log in to Photoworks & click the "Transfer my photos" tab. Then complete the transfer process & within 48 hours, you will receive the $30 credit to your Shutterfly account. The credit is valid through June 28, 2011.

Thanks for this great find, Thrifty & Thriving!

Gynboree's 30% off Fill a Bag Sale

It's Fill a Bag Sale time at Gymboree & that means 30% off! This sale is available in store or online (& shipping is a flat $5 for a limited time!). Everything is included in this sale, so stock up now for spring.

Also, it's Gymbuck earning time at Gymboree. For every $50 you spend, you will get a $25 Gymbuck to be used later. During the Gymbuck redemption period (April 7th-April 17th), your Gymbuck will subtract $25 from a purchase of $50. Gymbucks are a great way to stretch your budget at Gymboree!

Mambo Sprouts Messenger & sprout eNews

I've proclaimed my love for Mambo Sprouts before, but if you haven't checked them out....you really should. They are a wealth of information regarding living a more eco friendly lifestyle (& doing so economically!).

I encourage you to sign up to receive The Messenger. It comes 5 times a year & features great articles & printable coupons. You will also get the sprouts eNews newsletter once a month, that has more coupons, recipes, giveaways, & more.

You don't have to sign up for these newsletters, but I really think you will enjoy them. Either way, checkout Mambo Sprouts online!