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Amazon: Duracell Battery Deal

Amazon: Duracell Battery Deal

Do you have “toys that make noise” in your gift-giving future? Amazon is currently offering a $5 credit when you buy Duracell Batteries.  Normally I try to use rechargable batteries, but many of the kids’ electronic toys don’t work well with rechargeables.  So, this purchase will keep us covered on disposable batteries, and we’ll save some moo-la while we’re at it! The Fine Print Amazon Prime members will receive a $5 discount, good towards their next qualifying … Read entire article »

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$12 for 2 Movie Tickets – Today Only

$12 for 2 Movie Tickets – Today Only

If your holiday plans include movie-going, pick up this deal.  You can purchase a voucher from TravelZoo for two Fandango.com movie tickets for $12 (a $24 value). You can purchase as many vouchers as you would like.  The vouchers are valid for use Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011, through Jan. 12, 2012 and are not valid on IMAX or 3D movies. Fandango.com allows you to skip the lines and buy tickets online for showings on more than … Read entire article »

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Plum District: Books, Games and Toys!

Plum District: Books, Games and Toys!

Plum District just launched a new deal for Learning Train: $29 for $55 worth of books, toys, games, and other educational fun stuff, plus free shipping. Obviously, this is a great purchase for holiday gifts, or you could keep it in your back pocket for birthdays, OR you could use it to stock up on educational resources. Learning Train is an educational publisher, creating activity books to help develop skills in reading, writing, math, science, … Read entire article »

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Free Trees and Showerheads = Energy Savings for Arkansas Residents!

Free Trees and Showerheads = Energy Savings for Arkansas Residents!

There are two great opportunities going on right now for utilities customers in Arkansas. First, Entergy customers can order three FREE 2 to 4 foot trees of their choice. The trees are 100% free, no strings attached as long as Entergy customers plant them in an energy-saving location. There are 10 different trees to choose from including Red Maple, Crapemyrtle, Baldcypress, American Sweetgum, and Redbud. Go to www.arborday.org/entergy to claim your tree. You’ll be guided through … Read entire article »

Filed under: Around the House, Frugal Fawn, Go Green, Spending Less

Christmas on a Budget: Pajamas

Christmas on a Budget: Pajamas

I love traditions, and I love pajamas, so it’s no surprise to me that there are lots of families who have holiday traditions that involve pajamas!  One popular tradition I’ve seen is the practice of opening one present on Christmas Eve – pajamas for everyone! But, pajamas are kind of expensive! Last year I snagged some winter pajamas at the end of the season on major clearance.  They’ll make great gifts for the kids this year, … Read entire article »

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Christmas on a Budget: Easel Makeover

Christmas on a Budget: Easel Makeover

This year we are doing Christmas on a really tight budget, which is actually turning out to be a fun challenge.  I plan to share some of our gift ideas for the kids with you as we work our way up to the magical day, The first idea is a basic makeover story.  Back in September I wrote about my shopping successes at Duck Duck Goose consignment sale, but I left out one big purchase – … Read entire article »

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