Kellogg's Coupons ~ Save $1.00/4 Nutri-Grain Bars

There are a few new Kellogg's coupons available to print right now including one to Save $1.00 on any 4 packages of Nutri-Grain Cereal Bars.  Not the best coupon I know, but we're out of cereal bars, so I'll take what I can get!

Printable Coupons for Rayovac Batteries


There are several coupons available to print right now on the Rayovac Facebook page.

$10 For Two Movie Tickets For Warrior


There is a Groupon deal available if you are interested in seeing the movie Warrior.  You can get 2 tickets to see the movie for only $10 or $5 per ticket.  You will receive a code to use on Fandango and can use it at any time while the movie is showing.

Save $1.00/1 Dimetapp


Print a coupon to Save $1.00 on any one Dimetapp Product.  Find this under the health care category.

Reminder ~ Free $2.00 Credit for Amazon MP3s


Be sure to get your free $2.00 Amazon MP3 credit right now.  Head over to this page and enter code FALLMP3S. The $2 credit will be applied to your account for MP3 downloads. I would use this soon, as I'm not sure when the credit will expire.  I used mine for 3 songs from the Amazon MP3 $0.69 Store and only had to pay $0.07!  That $0.07 came out of my Swag Bucks credits though of course!

Sweepstakes of the Day ~ Win an Alaska Cruise


You can enter to win a a 7-day Alaska cruise from Holland America and receive a FREE Alaska & Yukon vacation guide.  Good luck and be sure to let me know if you win!




Love to enter sweepstakes - find more sweeps here!

Coupon Inserts in Sunday's Paper


Head over to Sunday Coupon Preview to check out what coupons will be in this Sunday's paper.  We should see at least 4 inserts this weekend - Smart Source, Red Plum, P&G and Pepsi Co. Moments to Save.  I'm hoping we get this insert get the Save $2.00 off two 24 packs of Pepsi.  It's definitely a weekend to grab an extra paper.

90% Off Restaurant.com Certificates ~ Sale Extended!

Restaurant.com Weekly Promo Offer 125 X 125

The 90% off sale on gift certificates at Restaurant.com has been extended!  That means you can pick up a $25 gift certificate for only $1 today!  Be sure to enter code WOW at checkout to get the discount. 

Last Chance for 5 Free Snapfish Greeting Cards


**This offer ends today**

You can create 5 greeting cards for free from Snapfish right now through September 30th. Choose from single greeting cards priced up to $2.99 each then be sure to use promo code TRY5CARDS at checkout. Shipping & handling fees will apply.

Local Des Moines Deal ~ $25 at Raul's for Only $12


Today's Groupon deal for Des Moines will get you $25 Worth of Food & Drink at Raul's Mexican Restaurant for only $12.  It's been a long time since we've ate at Raul's ~ we may be going back soon now! It must be used in one visit for dine-in only and it must be used by January 3, 2012.

If you are new to Groupon sign up to receive the daily deals for your city.

Birthday Freebies In My Inbox

I've been receiving all kinds of freebie offers via email this week ~ here are some of what I've received so far:
Be sure to sign up to receive your birthday freebies too!

Month End Reminder ~ Print Your Coupons!


Be sure to print your favorite coupons that are still available on Coupons.com today before the end of the month.  It's hard to say what ones will still be available.  You can still print my fave Save $0.75 on any one Dole Blend or All Natural Salad Kit coupon for cheap salad at Hy-Vee through Monday.

Free Sample of Dial NutriSkin Lotion


You can request a free sample of Dial NutriSkin Lotion courtesy of Walmart.com.

Check out all the these ways to score more freebies!

Time for Mega Swagbucks & 100 SwagBucks for New Members!


Swagbucks is a search engine that rewards you with swagbucks for using it to do your normal day to day searches on the internet.  You'll randomly be awarded between 7 to 12 swagbucks once or twice a day.  You can then redeem these swagbucks for rewards like Amazon and Starbucks gift cards.

Every Friday is Mega Swag Bucks Day which means better odds of winning our BIG Swag Bucks! Search normally through your toolbar or the Swag Bucks site and with a little luck, you'll be winning large bills starting at 20 Swag Bucks and up.  There is no guarantee that you'll win high value Swag Bucks, but I have noticed I tend go get 11 and 12 SB for searches on Fridays more than other days.

If you are new to Swag Bucks you can join HERE.  You will get 30 swagbucks just for signing up!  Plus right now you can enter code BIGTIMEBUCKS at sign up for an additional 70! It only takes 450 swagbucks to get a $5 Amazon gift card!  This is the easiest way to earn Amazon gift cards in my opinion. 

Save $1.00/3 Capri Sun (Facebook Offer)

Hurry over to the Capri Sun Facebook page and click on the Choices Tab.  Share your answer in the "Tell Us" box to be able to print a coupon to Save $1.00/3 packages of Capri Sun 100% Juice Products. Limited quantities are available.

Free Movie Passes to Bad Teacher (DM Area Included)


You can sign up for free movie passes to see Bad Teacher this weekend for midnight shows Friday and Saturday.  Century 20 in West Des Moines is included. 

Download 12 Tracks Free From Spin's October Issue


You can download a 12 track playlist for free from Spin's October Issue.  You will get a download code to redeem on iTunes.

Check out more ways to get free music!

Save $1.00/1 Freschetta Pizza

You can print a coupon to Save $1.00 off one Freschetta Pizza.

Save $3.00 on Energizer Batteries


Head over and "like" Energizer Bunny on Facebook to be able to print a coupon to Save $3.00 off one package of Energizer Max batteries.

Free Subscriptions to Car & Driver and Road & Track

You can request a free subscription to Road & Track and Car & Driver right now from Freebizmag.com.  I have received several subscriptions through this site and you will never be charged.

90% Off Restaurant.com Today Only!

Restaurant.com Weekly Promo Offer 125 X 125

 Today only you can get gift certificates at Restaurant.com for 90% off!  That means you can pick up a $25 gift certificate for only $1!  Be sure to enter code WOW at checkout to get the discount. 

Sweepstakes of the Day ~ Bissell Vacuum

Enter the Bissell Lift-Off Multi Cyclonic Pet Vacuum Giveaway at WomansDay.com for your chance to win one of three Bissell Lift-Off Multi Cyclonic Pet Vacuum and two boxes of Bissell’s new Stomp ‘N Go stain-lifting pads.  You can enter once daily through November 26, 2011.  Good luck and be sure to let me know if you win!

Love to enter sweepstakes - find more sweeps here!

Swag Bucks Code on the Blog until 2pm CST


Head over to the Swag Bucks blog and read the 7am blog post to grab a code worth 8 swagbucks until 2:00pm CST.

If you are new to Swag Bucks you can sign up now.  You will get 30 swagbucks just for signing up and it only takes 450 for a $5 Amazon gift card! This is the easiest way to earn in my opinion!  All these swagbucks add up!

(Note: My referral link is used in this post. View my disclosure policy.)

Free Sample of Simply Right Formula


**This sample is still available**

You can request a free sample of Simply Right Infant Formula courtesy of Sam's Club.  Even if you don't need this item for yourself it is a great item to donate to local area food pantries.  Many family and women's shelters are always in need of baby formula as well.

Check out all the these ways to score more freebies!

Snapfish ~ Penny Prints Sale!

You can get a great deal on prints right now at Snapfish.  Through October 5th you can get up to 300 4x6 prints for a penny each. You will have to pay shipping & handling based on the number of prints that you order. Be sure to use the appropriate promo code at checkout:
  • Order 100 prints and use promo code ALLPRINTS100
  • Order 200 prints and use promo code ALLPRINTS200
  • Order 300 prints and use promo code ALLPRINTS300

Save $1.00/2 Bags of Raisinets


Print a coupon to Save $1.00 on 2 bags of Milk or Dark Chocolate Raisinets.

Sign Up at Mommy Page For Special Offers

The MommyPage is another source of deals, freebies and special offers.  You can sign up to recieve more information from the site.

Free Sample of PepPod Energy Drink Mix

You can request a free sample of PepPod Energy Drink Mix.

Check out all the these ways to score more freebies!

Download Mason Jenning's MP3 for Free Today


You can download Mason Jenning's MP3 Raindrops On the Kitchen Floor for free today on Amazon.

Check out more ways to get free music!

Save $1.50/2 M&M's Products

If you missed this great coupon last week on the Walmart.com site it's back right now to Save $1.50 on any 2 M&M's products.  Sadly it's not reset, so if you've printed before you won't be able to again.

Free $2.00 Credit for Amazon MP3!


You can get a free $2.00 Amazon MP3 credit right now.  Head over to this page and enter code FALLMP3S. The $2 credit will be applied to your account for MP3 downloads. I would use this soon, as I'm not sure when the credit will expire.  Visit the Amazon MP3 $0.69 Store to get at least 2 songs for free!

(Thanks One Frugal Chick!)

Celebrate National Coffee Day Tomorrow


Celebrate National Coffee Day tomorrow September 29th with some free coffee.  Krispy Kreme Doughnuts will be giving a FREE 12oz cup of House Blend Coffee to its guests. No Purchase Necessary. And Caribou Coffee has a BOGO coupon available.

Free Passes to Advance Screening of Footloose

Select cities will be having advance free screenings of Footloose and you can sign up for passes.  I wish Des Moines was included in the list!  Des Moines used to have advance movie screenings regularly it seemed before I had kids, but I haven't seen anything in years. 

Sweepstakes of the Day ~ Win 1 of 200 Starbucks Gift Cards


UGiftIdeas.com is celebrating Fall by giving away 200 $5 Starbucks gift cards.  I have won gift cards from them in the past, so it is definitely possible to win!  You can get an additional entry by liking their facebook page and by referring friends.  Good luck and let me know if you win one! 

Love to enter sweepstakes - find more sweeps here!

Tips for De-cluttering and Organizing Toys! #WallTracks

One of my biggest challenges when I made the decision to stay at home with my kids was the disaster my house became.  I was used to having my kids spend their day somewhere else then once they were home every day, playing with their own toys and making messes in their own house I was in for a reality check.  There are ways we do try to stay on top of it all though.  Here are some of my tips:
1.  Sorting - I'm somewhat of a Type A personality.  I like everything to have its own place.  We have a box for crayons, a bin for coloring pages and storage for Play-Doh.  Everything has a home so everyone knows where it belongs when they're done and where they can find it when they're ready to play with it again. 
2.  The Big Toy Box - I recommend this to anyone if you have the space for it.  If you have a designated playroom this is a great option.  No sorting required.  All kids can help put toys away in the toy box.

3.  Book Shelves - I love books and hope that my children love their books as much as I do.  I do not love books on the floor getting trampled.  We made sure to put big shelves in my son's room so they have a proper place to be put away.
4.  Shelving - It's amazing how much stuff you can put away when you have shelves.  Add some storage bins and you are all set.

5. Underbed Storage - My son loves his cars and trucks, but I don't love them under foot.  They hurt when you stop on them!  I let my son play with one or the other, but once he's done they go back in the bin and back under the bed.
6.  Buckets - You can find some buckets on the cheap that work great for things like Legos.  Instead of having several different Lego sets around they all go in the one bucket.
7.  Break It Up - When it comes time to do a major clean up we break it up and just tackle one room at a time.  We might start with the playroom one afternoon and tackle my son's bedroom the next.  It's easier on everyone to not try do it all at once.
8. Pack It Away - As my kids get older we are still holding on to toys they've outgrown.  We're not quite ready to let them go so instead they get put away in a bin in the basement.
9.  Clean Up As You Go - This is my best option although not completely realistic we do try our best to pick up the toys as we're done with them and clean up the art projects when complete.
10.  Hide It - My daughter loves to get out all the games with small pieces.  My best option for her is putting those games high on a closet shelf where she doesn't have access to them.


Hot Wheels understands that families need help containing the "toy clutter".  They have introduced the all-new Wall Tracks™ sets to help moms everywhere clean up toy clutter!

Kids can now take their Hot Wheels® races where they've never gone before - off the floor and onto the walls! Now kids can perform their stunts, speed, turns, and tricks, powered by gravity and set up any way you can imagine it - and it’s off the floor!  Learn more about the new Wall Tracks™ sets on the Hot Wheels site
Disclosure: I wrote this blog post while participating in the SocialMoms and Hot Wheels® blogging program, for a gift card worth $40. For more information on how you can participate, click here.

Cole Haan Shoes Up To 70% Off at 6pm.com


I love Cole Haan shoes and today they are on sale at 6pm.com for up to 75% off!  Shipping at 6pm.com is a flat rate of $6.95 regardless of the order size. 

(CLOSED) EyeBuyDirect.com Review & Giveaway!


EyeBuyDirect.com is a prescription eyewear website that offers a wide range of high quality yet still affordable frame and lens packages.  On the site you can browse an extensive online catalogue and purchase eyewear from the comfort of your own home.

I have never ordered glasses online so ordering glasses from EyeBuyDirect was a completely new experience for me.  I was excited about doing doing so though because I knew I was in need of an updated prescription and our family's insurance only covers new glasses every 2 years.  Even with insurance I paid $217 out of pocket the last time I bought new glasses.  At EyeBuyDirect prices for eyeglasses start at $6.95.

With such a large selection on the site to choose from I have to admit I was a little intimidated when I started my search for frames.  It was simple though to start narrowing down my search.  You can select between genders, price points, frame type, shapes and even size, material and color!  I sorted by female, full rimmed and rectangle to find the look I wanted.
I like that I could easily mark frames as my favorites for when I had a chance to look at them with my hubby.  Also once I was ready to order I appreciated how easy it was to enter my prescription information.  Since it was all new to me I had to measure my own Pupillary Distance and I was relieved it that it shows you how to measure it. 

I ended up choosing a Daisy frames in purple that were priced at $6.95.  You can get standard lens thickness for free (which is what I chose) or you can choose from lite or Polycarbonate for an additional cost.  Lens anti-scratch protection is offered for free and you can add anti-glare, UV coating, etc. also for an additional cost.  I didn't add any extras so my glasses with shipping included would cost $12.90.  Not bad for glasses I will wear every day while I'm working here at the computer and a lot better than spending the $200 I'm used to spending. 

Once ordered I immediately received an email with the invoice.  Soon after I received a shipping notification and my glasses arrived in the mail in less than 2 weeks.  All glasses come with a case and lens cloth.
My only disappointment is with how the frames fit my face. They are a little big for me. I probably would have selected another pair had I tried them on and looked in a mirror, but what I should have done is taken advantage of the "Eyetry" feature on EyeBuyDirect.com.  With this feature you can upload a picture of yourself and start trying on frames.  I know I will try this out next time!  And there will be a next time - at this price you can't go wrong with quality glasses.

The Giveaway: Thanks to EyeBuyDirect.com one lucky Confessions of a Frugal Mind reader a $30 Gift Voucher to EyeBuyDirect to use toward a pair of prescription eyeglasses (basic 1.5 single vision RX lenses only).  Designer eyeglasses and sunglasses are excluded from this offer.

You can enter one time or multiple times - just be sure to enter a separate comment for each of the entry methods. Make sure to leave your email address so I can contact you if you are the lucky winner!

Mandatory Entry:  Visit www.eyebuydirect.com and “Like” your favorite frame.  OR Send a tweet:  I love (frame name) @EyeBuyDirect.  Leave a comment on this post after you have done so.  (If you're not on Facebook or Twitter simply leave a comment letting me know your favorite frames on the site)

Bonus Entries:
(1)  Subscribe to Confessions of a Frugal Mind by email.  You must confirm your subscription.  Leave me a comment and let me know that you subscribe.  If you already subscribe leave a comment letting me know.

(2)  "Like" Confessions of a Frugal Mind on Facebook then leave a comment letting me know you have liked the page.


(3)  Follow me on Twitter @JulsB20.  Then leave me a comment with your Twitter handle. 

(4)  Send tweet about this giveaway mentioning @JulsB20 and @EyeBuyDirect (you can do this for an extra entry once a day - be sure to leave a comment with a link to your tweet)

#Win a pair of eyeglasses from @JulsB20 and @EyeBuyDirect

(5) Follow EyeBuyDirect.com on Twitter @EyeBuyDirect then leave a comment.

(6) "Like" EyeBuyDirect.com on Facebook then leave a comment.

(7)  Follow this blog via Google Friend Connect then leave a comment letting me know.
(8)  Follow this blog on Networked Blogs then leave a comment letting me know you do.

(9) Post an "Eye Try" photo with your favorite frame to the Wall of Frame.

(10) Post a comment to the Wall of Frame to help other visitors choose which frames suites them best!

This giveaway will end Friday, October 14th at 11:59 pm CST.  Giveaway is open to US and Canada residents.  Winner will be chosen using random.org. 

Disclosure:  I received a pair of glasses from EyeBuyDirect.com for the purpose of review. No further compensation was received.  All opinions are 100% mine.

Save $1.00/1 Old Orchard Cranberry Naturals


Print a coupon to Save $1.00 on one Old Orchard Cranberry Naturals.

Bon Appétit One Year Subscription $8


Today on Mamasource Daily Deals you can get a one year subscription to Bon Appétit Magazine for $8.  You can also choose a 2 year subscription for $15.

You can sign up to start receiving daily deals from Mamasource.  I love that Mamasource gives 5% of your purchase to the school of your choice.  Be sure to select your school when completing the purchase.

Frugal Tuesday Tip ~ Week 36 ~ Link Up Your Frugal Tips!


The Frugal Tuesday Tip is a linky blog hop, dedicated to encouraging the frugal lifestyle. It is hosted by:
Anyone with a frugal tip can share. Just post a frugal tip on your own blog, then come here to add your post with the linky tool.  Your post will appear on all of our blogs!  Be sure to link directly to your blog post and not the main page of your blog.  Your post may be deleted if you do not link directly to the page you want to share.   Everyone can follow the submitted links and find new ways to embrace the frugal life. Not a blogger? Just leave your frugal tip in the comment section.

Please use our Frugal Tuesday Tip button on your post to link it back. Just copy and paste the code below the button and add the button anywhere in your post in the html view. You could also put a “text” widget (WordPress) or an HTML gadget (Blogspot) in your sidebar. Thank you for spreading the word! 
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Hy-Vee Deals ~ September 27 - October 3 ~ Cheap Dole Salad!


Here are my favorite deals I see at Hy-Vee this week from the advertised prices good through next Monday. 

Kandy Cantaloupe $1.68

Dole Salad Blends $0.99 (Save $0.75 on any one Dole Blend or All Natural Salad Kit)


Hy-Vee Green Beans or Corn $0.39


Hy-Vee Chili Style or Kidney Beans $0.44


Hy-Vee Tomatoes $0.50


Hy-Vee Peanut Butter $0.99


Hy-Vee Pasta $0.67


Midwest Country Fare Pasta Sauce $0.77


Maruchen Ramen Noodles $0.17

Old El Paso Refried Beans $0.99  (Save $0.50 when you buy any one Old El Paso Product)

Old El Paso Seasoning Mix $0.88 (Save $0.50 when you buy any one Old El Paso Product)


50% Off Kellogg's Cereal all varieties (Kellogg's Coupons & Savings) ($1/2 Kellogg's Raisin Bran Cereals RP Insert 9/11/11, $1/3 Kellogg's Cereals RP Insert 8/28/11, $1/2 Kellogg's Frosted Mini-Wheats RP Insert 8/28/11 and more)


Hy-Vee Cereal select varieties $1.88


Quaker Life Cereal $2.48


Hy-Vee Cottage Bread $1.18


Kool-Aid Drink Mix Envelopes $0.10


Hy-Vee Microwave Popcorn $0.99


**Save $5.00 when you buy 10 Participating Kraft Foods Products with in-ad coupon** Multiple Scenarios ~ (I'm using Save $1.00 on Wheat Thins)


2 Day Sale ~ Thursday & Friday, September 29 & 30


Hy-Vee Russet Potatoes 5 lb. bag $1.18


Campbell's Chunky Soup $0.99 (limit 2) ($.50/2 Campbell's Chunky Soup) (Save $0.50/3 Campbell's Chunky Soup)


Tony's Crispy Crust Pizzas $0.79


Hy-Vee Potato Chips $0.99


Xtra Laundry Detergent 58 or 75 fl. oz. $2.00

Please keep in mind I only share my favorite deals from the printed and online ads so be sure to check out the weekly ad and you can visit Sara at Learning the Frugal Life for a full list with match-ups. 

What's on your Hy-Vee list this week?  See any deals I missed?

Fareway Deals ~ September 27 - October 3


Here are my favorite deals I see at Fareway this week from the advertised prices good through next Monday. Please keep in mind I only share my favorite deals so be sure to check out the weekly ad and you can visit Sara at Learning the Frugal Life for a full list with match-ups. 

Acorn, Butternut or Spaghetti Squash $0.59 lb.

Fareway Vegetable or Canola Oil 48 oz. $1.99 (with in-ad coupon)

Italian Pork Sausage $2.49 lb. (with in-ad coupon)

Hunt's Spaghetti Sauce 2 for $1 (with in-ad coupon)

Vista Oyster Crackers $0.99

Fastco Tortilla Chips $0.99

Fareway Shredded Hash Browns $1.88

Weight Watchers Smart Ones $1.67 (Save $1.00 on 5 Weight Watchers Smart Ones)

What's on your Fareway list this week?  Please let me know if you see any deals I missed.

Dahl's Deals ~ September 27 - October 3

Here are a few of my favorite deals I see at Dahl's from the advertised prices good through next Monday:

Best Choice Cake Mix $0.49 (with in-ad coupon good 9/29-10/2)

Best Choice Flour $0.99 (with in-ad coupon good 9/29-10/2)

Best Choice Brown or Powdered Sugar $0.99 (with in-ad coupon good 9/29-10/2)

Best Choice Sliced Bacon $2.99

Best Choice Canned Tomatoes $0.44

Best Choice Canned Vegetables $0.44

Best Choice Canned Beans $0.44

Best Choice Frozen Vegetables $0.49 (with in-ad coupon good 9/29-10/2)

Best Choice Frozen Whipped Topping $0.49 (with in-ad coupon good 9/29-10/2)

Best Choice Saltines $1.00

Best Choice Premium 4-Roll Bath Tissue $0.79 (with in-ad coupon good 9/29-10/2)

What is on your Dahl's list this week?  See any good deals I missed?