Monday

Yala Designs Bamboo Dreams Review and Giveaway

Over the course of the last couple years I have tried to educate myself and my family on all things
green. I honestly thought I knew quite a bit on the subject especially when it comes to saving money
AND the planet. I was wrong though, there was still one area I hadn't gotten too "eco-friendly" with.
Textiles. There are many ways companies can be organic and eco-friendly in creating clothing. Yala is
one of these companies.

This is truly a unique company whom after spending a little time reading about them on the website, I feel as though I know the creators personally. The first saying I read when trying to educate myself on the brand was, "We believe we are all one tribe: equal, hopeful citizens of the globe. We care deeply about our impact on the planet. We are always evolving, learning, looking for a better way." There are so many ways Yala tries to make an impact like driving an electric truck save 300 gallons of gas a year. The Bamboo Dreams clothing and bedding line is Oeko-Tex certified which means its guaranteed that the fabric and dyes are safely made using environmentally friendly production methods. The fabric is dyed using only low impact, Azo-free dyes. Yala Designs also contributes and works with several charity organizations (the list is too long to mention).

When I first opened my Bamboo Dreams Nadia Tunic, the first thing I noticed was the feel of the fabric. I have to say this is by far the softest piece of clothing I have ever worn. I felt as though I was wearing the most comfortable pajamas all day. The only complaint I have is that the sizes ran very big from what I could tell. I ordered a small/medium (when I normally wear a large) and I felt like I was swimming in the shirt. Oh well, I HAVE to have more of this clothing! The designs are super cute that most anyone would fall in love with. If the bedding is half as soft as the shirt I might have to splurge on a new set so I can feel as though I'm sleeping in clouds!

Cost: $66 Bamboo Dreams Nadia Tunic
Available to purchase: Yala Designs

Recommendation: Definitely a little too expensive for my taste but as you can tell I fell in love with the material. So this may be one of those companies I have to get myself a Christmas present or Birthday present from.
Facebook: Yala Designs

Twitter: @YalaDesigns

ShāToBu™ Products

The Workout You Wear

Lets be honest, who doesn't want to lose weight or get more tone without the effort?! I do I do! Exercise can sometimes just be hard to fit into some of our daily schedules. What if you could burn calories just by wearing certain clothing? This concept has completely intrigued me and so that's how I discovered ShaToBu.

ShaToBu is similar to your normal shapewear with a twist. "By incorporating resistance bands right into the garment, muscles work a little harder and more calories are burned during daily activities. Non-binding, stay-in-place waist and leg bands prevent marking, bulging and rolling. ShaToBu is made of Nylon and Lycra with overall moisture-wicking properties, and a cotton CoolMax gusset, to keep you cool and comfortable." Thus helping you fit that little extra exercise into your already packed days.

I have to say after wearing my ShaToBu for a couple weeks I have had a few days wear I maybe felt a little more sore or tired as compared to an average day. To me the ShaToBu felt the same as wearing a spanx but actually much more comfortable! I didn't feel as though I couldn't breath or sweaty and itchy like I do when I wear my spanx.

Cost: $45 High Waist to Knee
Available to purchase: ShaToBu
Recommendation: I have to say if I need to go out and buy another body shaper this will probably be wear I'd go to purchase one. They are a little costly though if you ask me but I suppose you'd pay something similar for any other shapewear and thats without the technology and comfort.
Facebook: ShaToBu
Twitter: @ShaToBu

Saturday

Walgreens Ad & Coupon Freebies/Deals 10/30 - 11/5

Accepts manufacturer and store coupons
Store loyalty prints incentives called Register Rewards (RR) - you do not need a card for these.
Register Rewards ring through the register as a manufacturer coupon. You can only use one mfr coupon per item AND you cannot use a RR you received for a specific product for the same product.
Example: You purchased a Gillette Razor and received $4 in RR. Your next visit you decide to buy another Gillette Razor, you cannot use the original $4 RR to discount the current razor.

Thursday

CVS Ad Coupons Freebie/Deals 10/30-11/5

Accepts manufacturer and store coupons
Store loyalty card prints incentives called Extra Care Bucks (ECB)
Check your coupon center every visit and scan your card. Coupons will print similar to Catalina's except you don't need to purchase anything to get the coupon. (This machine looks similar to a price checker machine)
Extra Care Bucks ring through the register as a store coupon and are like cash
Check your CVS for their clearance sections. Some have a dedicated section or end cap, others have clearance in each section throughout the store. You can identify this by a yellow and white tag on the shelf.

*If you discover any deals along the way please let me know and I will add them for others!
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$1 ECB Crest ProHealth, 4.2 oz, or Complete Multi Benefit Toothpaste or Oral-B Scope Fresh Scent Toothbrush, 1 ct., $2.99 (Limit 1)
-$2/1 SS 9/11
-.75/1 PG 10/16
-.50/1 PG 10/02 (x10/31)
=FREE

$2 ECB WYB Listerine Zero, Advanced, Total Care 500ml, Reach Toothbrush, 1-3 pk., Floss, 30 yds., $3.99 (Limit 2)
-$1/1 SS 2/27 or SS 1/09
-$2 RP 10/09
-$1/1 Internet Printable
-.50/1 SS 1/09
-$3/3 SS 1/09
-$1.50/2 SS 1/09
-$3/3 SS 7/31
-$2/1 tearpad
-$1/1 July All You magazine
=FREE

$5 ECB WYB (2) Advil or Thermacare (Limit 1)
Advil Tablets, Caplets, Gel Caplets, 100 ct., or Liqui-Gels, 80 ct., $7.99
Advil PM, 32-40 ct., $7.99
ThermaCare Heat Wraps $5.99
(excludes 1 ct.)
-$1/1 Kroger home mailer
-$3/1 Internet Printable
=49¢ ea WYB 2

**Store Gift Card Promotion: $10 Gift Card WYB $30 in specific products**

Charmin Basic, 12 pk., Ultra Strong or Ultra Soft Bath Tissue, 9 pk., $5.44
-.25/1 PG 10/02 (x10/31), PG 10/16
=$5.19

Duracell Batteries AAA/AA 8pk., C/D 4pk., 9V 2pk., or Ultra Advanced AAA/AA 6pk., $5.99
-.50/1 PG 10/16
-.75/1 PG 10/16
=$5.24

Bounty Basic Paper Towels, 8 pk., $5.99
-.25/1 PG 10/02 (x10/31), PG 10/16
-$1/1 Booklet in select PG products
=$4.99

Pantene Pro-V Shampoo, Conditioner, 12.6 oz, or Styler, 5.7–11.5 oz, $3.49
-$1/2 PG 10/02 (x10/31)
-$3/2 RP 9/25 (x10/31)
=$1.99

Vicks NyQuil, DayQuil, 48 ct., Liquid, 24 oz, or Nature Fusion Liquid/Caplet, combo pk., $9.99
-$1/1 PG 10/02 (x10/31)
-$1.50/1 PG 10/02 (x10/31)
=$8.49

All Cover Girl Cosmetics B1G1 50% off starting at $3.49
-$1/1 PG 10/02 (x10/31), PG 10/16
-$8/2 PG 10/02 (x10/31)
-$1/1 SS 9/11 (x10/31)

All Almay Cosmetics B1G1 50% off starting at $7.49
-$1/1 Walmart insert 10/09

Carmex Healing Cream or Lotion 4-5.5 oz $4.99

Huggies GoodNites or Pull-Ups Mega Pack $13.99
-$2/1 Porque Sabes Chorrar Compras booklet
-$2/1 Internet Printable
-$2/1 Porque Sabes Chorrar Compras booklet
-$2/1 SS 10/23
-$1/1 Internet Printable
-$1/1 Internet Printable or Internet Printable
=$11.99

BrainStrong, 30-90 ct., Estroven, 24-40 ct., Culturelle Probiotic or Culturelle For Kids, 30 ct., 50% Off starting at $10.99
-$3/1 Internet Printable
-$2/1 Internet Printable
-$3/1 Internet Printable
-$2/1 Internet Printable

Refresh Tears, Optive Liquigel, 2 bottles, PM Ointment, 0.12 oz, Plus or Celluviac Single-use, 30-50 ct., $11.99
-$3/1 Internet Printable
-$1/1 Fall CVS Reinventing Beauty magazine
=$8.99

Air Wick Twin pk Scented Oil Refills, 1.42 oz total, $4.99
-$1/1 SS 9/18 (x10/30)
=$3.99

Oral-B Single Pk. Manual Toothbrush B1G1 50% off starting at $2.69
-.75/1 PG 10/02 (x10/31)
-$1/1 Peelie on product
-$2/1 SS 9/11

Olay Regenerist Facial Care $20.99
(excludes kits and specialty treatments)
-$10/2 RP 9/25 (x10/31)
-$3/1 PG 10/02 (x10/31)
=$15.99

2X Ultra Gain Liquid, 24-32 loads, Powder, 40 loads, or Fabric Softener, 51 oz, $5.94
-$2/1 SS 9/11 (x10/31)
-.50/1 PG 10/16
-$1.50/1 PG 10/16
-$1/1 Internet Printable
=$3.94

Planters Mixed Nuts, 10.3 oz, or Cashew Halves, 8 oz, $3

Iams ProActive Health Dog or Cat Food, 4 lbs, $6.99

Always Pads, 14-24 ct., or Pantliners, 30-60 ct., $3
(excludes Infinity and Maximum Protection)
-.50/1 PG 10/02 (x10/31)
-$1/1 PG 10/02 (x10/31)
-.50/1 PG 10/02 (x10/31)
=$2

*Best Idea
(6) CoverGirl Powder, B1G1 50% off at $5.99 ea.
-(3) $8/2 PG 10/02 (x10/31)
(1) Gain Powder Laundry Detergent, 40 loads, $5.94
-$2/1 SS 9/11 (x10/31)
=$6.89 for everything + $10 Gift Card

Thank you SouthernSavers

Trick or Treat Halloween Blog Hop - Vamplet Baby Giveaway

Welcome to the Trick or Treat Halloween Hop - Vamplet Babies Giveaway. You have the opportunity to go trick-or-treating online at each blog for a chance to win some spooky prizes from each blogger!

Please check out my review as well on the Vamplet Babies which has pictures and details about these cute little additions to your family!

Disclaimer:
Please note that Tales From the Nursery, “Trick or Treat Halloween GiveawayHop” or the “Trick or Treat Halloween Giveaway Hop” bloggers are not responsible for sponsors that do not fulfill their prizes. We have represented each sponsor with the expectation they will fulfill their prize and in a timely manner. We will contact the sponsor regarding your prize(s). The sponsors, in most cases, are shipping their items to you directly. We will make every effort to assist you obtaining your prize. If there is an issue with a sponsor, please notify the blog you won a prize from within 30 days for assistance, after that we may be unable to assist you.

Wednesday

Vamplet Babies Review and Giveaway

If you haven’t been hiding out the last couple years, you know that the popularity of vampires and werewolves has increased dramatically with movies like twilight and shows like true blood. This is all ages but especially with the teenage girl population. My daughter is one of them (and if I am being true to all of my readers, I am one of them too)! I swear since starting my blog and completing reviews I have not been able to find much for Alana. She is almost 14 and way too old (and cool) for any of the normal products a mother can find to review. Vamplets are actually the first thing I found that she would have an interest in (and maybe not look at me like I was crazy for getting her these)!

Vamplets are diapered demon vampire babies. These absolutely cute and creepy babies are looking to be adopted into “their final resting place”. You can even enter your new baby on the website to print its undead certificate. There is a forum to discuss your vamplets with other “unfortunate” vamplet parents There are bios on each Vamplet to be sure you receive proper warnings and care as well as a funeral home to create a final resting place for each of them.

I wish there was more to say about these little guys as we have had so much fun playing with them. They are each just as cute as Gothic can be!

Cost: $19.95 Vamplet Doll
$5.95 Bottle of Disappearing Blood
Available to purchase: Vamplets

Recommendation: I have had a blast with these little one’s however I do feel like they are quite pricey at $20 a doll but they are handmade and the detail is great. Vamplets are definitely a fun toy for us Halloween lovers to have all year round.
Facebook: Vamplets

Restaurant.com 80% off Deal $25 Certificates for $2

Now through October 31st go to restaurant.com and enter PUMPKIN at checkout to get this great deal on gift certificates!!!
Save 80% : Get $25 Restaurant Gift Certificates for only $2!*

Save 80% : Get $25 Restaurant Gift Certificates for only $2!*

Tuesday

Natural House Probiotic Cleaners Review and Giveaway

Always on the lookout for green friendly products, I recently came across a new company called
Natural House. Right away I was interested in learning more because of their creative names for all of their products - Flushy, Trashy, and Sinky (how cute!!) I definitely had to give these a try! Natural House probiotic cleaning products use non-toxic, probiotic cleaning agents and are strong enough for commercial clean-up but still safe for your little ones. I was given a 30 day supply of Flushy, Trashy, and Sinky to review for all of you.

Flushy breaks down and digest fats, oil, grease, toilet paper and waste to help your drain lines or septic tank run smoothly. It aides in cutting through stains, hard water and calcium deposits in the bowl as well. This is pretty cool because I have had a hard time keeping my toilets clean in the house we recently moved into. It just seems to always have rings and build up in the bowl. The foaming action has made weekly clean up way easy. Plus with mostly boys in our house its much more appealing and tolerable to clean with the menthol smell!

Trashy is used in your trash cans to dissolve odors, grease and food scraps. Use indoors and outside in trash cans, diaper pails, recycling containers, and bathroom recepticles. Since starting to use this I have placed in my kitchen trash can and our outside can which we use for diapers. My garage usually smells like a dirty diaper by the end of the week and with Trashy, you wouldn't know I had a child in diapers! The kitchen smells great as well. Even though we didn't have a terrible smell to begin with, I feel like I don't have to change the trash immediately when placing food scraps in the garbage.

Sinky is used to break down and digest fats, oil, grease, and solid waste to ensure your disposal and pipes run smoothly by scouring your drain and disposal clean. Sinky naturally digests odors at their source and leaves a fresh botanical scent by creating a beneficial, odor eating ecosystem in your drain. I love this one! We have had nothing but drain issues throughout this house since we moved here. Not a single sink drained before especially the bathroom sinks. After using Sinky for several weeks the problem appears to have been eliminated.

"Traditional cleaners “clean” a surface for a moment in time; the second the rag is finished wiping the surface, that surface is almost instantly polluted once again with ambient dust, dirt, and micro-organisms. Natural House probiotics creates mini-ecosystem on a microbial level that produces enzymes which break down odors, dirt, fats, oil, grease, food scraps, waste and toilet paper products on a continuous basis between applications. Natural House uses carefully selected non-pathogenic and non-toxic probiotic bacteria combined with natural, plant-based, biodegradable synergistic ingredients to plow through the toughest cleaning problems in your natural house." For more information in a quick two minutes, be sure to check out their video here.

Cost: $4.99 Trashy
$4.99 Sinky
$4.99 Flushy
Available to purchase: Natural House or you can find these on Amazon

Recommendation: Wow, for the cost of a 30 day supply of each these are great products. They aren't outragously priced and they are SAFE for your family!
Facebook: Natural House
Twitter: @NaturalHousePro

Your Salt Lamps/Giant Microbes Giveaway Winners and more Low Entry Giveaways

Congrats Missy on being chosen as the Your Salt Lamps Giveaway winner!

Congrats Kimmie on being chosen as the Giant Microbes Giveaway winner!

I have several low entry GREAT giveaways going on right now. Here are the direct links for more info. There are more coming next week as well!!

Planet Earth Essential Oils (ends 11/8)

Kinder Soles (ends 10/31)

Bluapple (ends 10/31) *3 Winners*

Bertolli Meal Soup (ends 10/26)

Monday

Planet Earth Essential Oils Floral Bloom Solid Perfume Review and Giveaway

Ever since my first pregnancy and pre-pregnancy class, I have been a huge fan and advocate of

essential oils. I have even made a few of my own from home for the aromas and for cleaning. To be

honest though, I am cheap! I don't want to pay an arm and a leg for the essential oils. Therefore, I am

always searching online for new places to purchase these at reasonable prices.

When I was first told I would have the opportunity to review an essential oil from Planet Earth, I was so excited that I must have misread the email. When my package first arrived, I was surprised to have a Organic Floral Bloom Solid Perfume in a different form than I have ever seen. This was an almost gel or waxy like solid which I was unfamiliar with and had never used before.

I was at first very hesitant to use this because I was afraid it would leave a greasy film on my skin or make me break out. I was wrong though. After applying to different pressure points it seemed to sink into the skin with out a film. I didn't notice any breakouts or skin irritation which I have told you all before I am prone to. My only complaint in that when compared to the liquid version, I felt it was noticably less potent.

Cost: $40 Floral Bloom Solid Perfume
Available to purchase: Planet Earth Essential Oils

Recommendation: This product was a little too expensive for my taste but for the price of most of the items this is a great site to check out. All the products are natural and organic!

When we first switched Dane from breast milk to cows milk, he flat out refused for quite a period

of time. We had to struggle to find a good source of calcium and other vitamins. It was a daily fight so

when we knew we would have to start weaning Declan off the breast milk, we better prepare ourselves

for this fight. Thankfully having the knowledge this time, we still had the time to transition through

formula for a month or two. A lot of you I'm sure will disagree with this choice but in this time we

would squirt a very small amount of chocolate syrup into the formula about 50% of the time. Thus

making our transition to (chocolate) cows milk virtually unnoticeable. We were very easily able to switch to any flavor milk without Declan noticing a difference. We have since then fallen in love

with TruMoo. This is now our families drink of choice.

Funny story (slightly inappropriate), as we were stopped in a parking lot one day on our yearly

drive to Atlanta. I began breastfeeding Declan and Dane (who has gotten so used to TruMoo now)
asked the most hilarious yet logical question ever.

Dane, "Mommy, your feeding Declan right?"
Me, "Yes, Dane."
Dane, "There's milk in your boobies right?"
Me, "Yes, Dane."
Dane, "Well is there white milk in one and chocolate in the other?" HaHaHa.
Me, "No hunny God doesn't give us that option for babies."
Dane, "Why not? We can have both so why not Declan?"
Best question and reasoning ever!!

TruMoo is amazingly creamy and smooth without an over powering sweetness! It is the only brand of chocolate milk I will buy for my children. I know they are getting the right vitamins without the bad calories. You can find TruMoo in just about any grocery retailer for a reasonable price as well which is important with dairy prices on the rise. Your family will love it!

Here is a coupon for your milk purchase too!
Facebook: TruMoo
Twitter: @TruMooMilk

Kroger Ad Coupon Freebie/Deals 10/24-10/30

Accepts manufacturer and store coupons
Store loyalty card allows you access to special promotions throughout the store. You can also earn points for discounts on gas at the Kroger gas stations.
Coupons can be loaded to your loyalty card through Kroger's website and Cellfire. These are called ecoupons. They work the same as a paper manufacturer coupon (and cannot be combined with another mfr coupon). Once loaded they cannot be removed unless used or when they expire - so load carefully and wisely.
Catalina's print at the register when you buy specified promotional items. These can vary week to week or month to month. Sometimes these print the store logo on them but can be a store OR manufacturer coupon. Meaning if they are a mfg coupon they can be used anywhere that accepts mfg coupons (even with the original stores logo).
Kroger doubles coupons showing on their register screen as a 'Bonus coupon'. The Michigan stores (Great Lakes Region) double up to a $0.50. This means if you have a $0.50 off coupon it then becomes a $1.00 off coupon. If you have a .60 off coupon it remains the same.

*If you discover any deals along the way please let me know and I will add them for others!

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Chobani Greek Yogurt, 6 oz $1.00

-$0.30/1 Internet Printable

=$0.40

Pillsbury Cake or Brownie Mix, (thru 11/5) $1.25

-.35/1 internet Printable

Folgers Singles, 7 ct., 99¢

-.35/1 RP 10/02

=29¢

Birdseye Steamfresh, 10-12 oz, $1

-.50/1 Internet Printable Internet Printable

-$1/2 Internet Printable

-.50/1 SS 9/25

=FREE

Glade Room Spray, aerosol, 99¢

-.75/1 September Good Housekeeping magazine

-$2/2 September Good Housekeeping magazine

-.75/1 September Redbook magazine

-$2/2 September Redbook magazine

-.75/1 September Woman’s Day magazine

-$2/2 September Woman’s Day magazine

-$1/2 SS 10/09

=FREE

Field or Fischer’s Lunch Meat or Hot Dogs, 12-16 oz, $1

-.50/1 SS 8/28 (x10/30)

-.50/1 SS 10/16

=FREE

Barilla Pasta, 12-16 oz $1.00

-$0.55/1 SS 9/17

-$1.00/2 SS 10/23

-$1.00/2 SS 9/18

=Free

Campbell’s Soup, 10.5-11.5 oz $1.00

-$1.50/3 Internet Printable

-$1.00/5 Internet Printable
-$1.00/3 Internet Printable
-$0.25/4 SS 10/9

-$0.50/4 SS 10/9

-$0.40/3 SS 10/9

-$0.40/4 SS 10/2

=$0.50 ea WYB 3

GUM Crayola Toothbrush, 2 pk., (thru 10/29) $1

-.75/1 Upromise eCoupon (x10/26)

=25¢

Crest Toothpaste, 4.2 oz, $1

-.50/1 PG 10/02

-$1/1 PG 10/02

-.75/1 PG 10/16

=FREE

Reach Floss, 30 yd, 99¢ (reg. price)

-.50/1 SS 1/09

-$1/1 SS 4/17

-.50/1 SS 7/31

=FREE

CoverGirl Blush, $3.35

-$8/2 PG 10/02

=FREE

Sinister Haunted House Pontiac, MI Review

We actually discovered sinister because of its neighbor Realm of Darkness. We went to Pontiac with the intentions of going to Realm of Darkness and only bought tickets to Sinister as a package deal. I am so glad we did this because we would have missed out on a totally awesome attraction.

First off, we had to enter the haunted house individually! That alone adds a level of suspense. Again I don't want to give away too many details in case you choose to venture over there. I loved how interactive all of the characters were with everyone. Instead of just jumping out and scaring you, they talked with you and played games with you throughout as well. It was very difficult to tell what was real and what wasn't. The level of detail was amazing from the scenes to the actual characters. And I will warn you, be prepared to possibly get dirty. Myself and a friend of mine came out covered in fake blood. Now this was of course because of how into everything we were so I don't quite think everyone has to worry about this (and don't worry it washes out easily). The end scene was by far the best and most realistic I have ever seen of its kind! Definately well worth it, in fact I'd love to go again if I can find the time.

Cost: $13 per person
Recommendation: This was by far the most interactive Haunted House I've ever been to. I definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys these sorts of attractions.
Facebook: Sinister

Website: Sinister

Saturday

Morrow Road Haunted Trail Algonac, MI Review

     Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be in one of those horror movies we all watch? Ever thought, "what would I do if stranded? What if I was being chased by an axe murderer? Or surrounded by a gang of freakishly dressed hoodlems?". I have (actually quite freqently). My husband says I am very strange for doing so and that most people would think I was crazy for thinking into things so deeply. I don't know if it is the fact that my parents were always very comfortable letting us watch horror movies from any age OR the fact that I believe a large portion of society has become numb to some of these "horrific scenes and events". If you are like me and you've thought about any of things...Morrow Road is the haunted trail for you.

     I don't want to publicly spoil anything for anyone who may venture to the attraction but this is true legend about a woman and her baby and the stories people believe leading up to their dissappearance (and assumed death). Instead of going through an every day haunted attraction where you see blood and gore or the typical props, I felt I was seriously S.O.L. in the woods in my own scary movie. This trail is over a mile long and you better be prepared to run, jump, trip, and most importantly SCREAM. I was chased by some very real, very scary, very dangerous things. Kevin even said at one point he thought he could have been hurt at any point and time. Let's just put it this way, the actors needed to be careful with how close they got to us with some of these "weapons". We were cackled at and taunted throughout. We felt pretty helpless and lost at certain points even though we realisticly knew we'd eventually find our way out.

     I have to say I screamed my head off, about peed my pants a few times, cussed quite a bit, and ran so much I thought, "hmmm I should have brought my inhaler". I truly was scared and jumped throughout this entire attraction. I am very dissappointed that there is a possibility that even though this is their 5th year running, it may be their last year. I want to go again!!!

Cost: $18 regular tickets $15 students
-$1 for every can good you bring up to $3
Recommendation: GO. Not only is this realistic and scary as shit, it is all a completely charitable event!
Facebook: Morrow Road
Website: Morrow Road

Walgreens Ad & Coupon Freebies/Deals 10/23 - 10/29 UPDATE

Accepts manufacturer and store coupons
Store loyalty prints incentives called Register Rewards (RR) - you do not need a card for these.
Register Rewards ring through the register as a manufacturer coupon. You can only use one mfr coupon per item AND you cannot use a RR you received for a specific product for the same product.
Example: You purchased a Gillette Razor and received $4 in RR. Your next visit you decide to buy another Gillette Razor, you cannot use the original $4 RR to discount the current razor.

*If you discover any deals along the way please let me know and I will add them for others!
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$3.00 RR WYB Cottonelle Toilet Paper, 12 large rolls $5.00, Regular Price (Limit 1) thru 10/30
-$3.00 RR
-$1.00/1 SS 9/11
-$0.75/1 SS 9/11
-$0.50/1 SS 10/2
-$1.00/1 Walgreens October Booklet
=$1.50 ea WYB 2
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Sure Deodorant, 2.6-2.7 oz, $1.50 w/in-ad coupon
-$1/1 SS 10/02
=50¢

Huggies Jumbo Pack Diapers or Pull-Ups $8.99
-$2/1 Walgreens home mailer
-$1.50/1 SS 10/23
-$3/1 SS 10/23
-$2/1 Infant Care booklet
=$3.99

Carmex Lip Care, .15-.35 oz, B1G1 at $1.59
-.35/1 Internet Printable
=45¢ ea

Neoteric Diabetic Shampoo and Scalp Care, 12 oz, $5.99
$5.99/1 MIR on Select Packages
-$1/1 Fall 2011 Walgreens Diabetes & You booklet
=FREE

Sharps Disposable Needle Container with Optional Postage $4.99
-$4.99/1 MIR in Walgreens October Savings Booklet
=FREE

*DiGiorno Pizza, 12 in $5.00 WYB 2
-$2.00/1 Internet Printable
-$1.00/1 RP 9/11
-$1.00/2 Walgreens November Booklet
=$2.50 ea WYB 2

*Andy Capp’s Hot Fries 8 oz, Pirate’s Booty 4 oz, On the Border Tortilla Chips 7.5 or 8.25 oz, Kettle Chips 8 or 8.5 oz $2.00 WYB 2
-$0.55/1 Internet Printable
$1.00/1 RP 9/25
-$1.00/1 Internet Printable or Internet Printable
=$1.00

*Jimmy Dean Breakfast Bowl 8 oz, Jimmy Dean 2 pack Biscuit Sandwiches, Cafe W 2 pack Breakfast Burritos, Cafe W 10 pack Homestyle Waffles $2.00 WYB 2, (Limit 4)
-$0.55/1 Internet Printable or Internet Printable
-$0.75/1 Internet Printable
-$1.00/2 RP 8/28
-$1.00/1 RP 8/28
-$1.00/1 RP 9/25
=$1.00

*Bowl Appetit! 2.4 or 3.1 oz, 12 pack Old El Paso Taco Shells, Hamburger or Tuna Helper 5.8 or 6.4 oz $0.99
-$0.50/1 Internet Printable or Internet Printable
-$0.50/1 SS 9/18
-$0.75/3 GM 10/2
-$0.75/3 GM 9/11
=$0.49

*Chinet Dinner Plates 10 pack, W Ultra Paper Towels 128 sheets, W Paper Napkins 250 ct $1.50 WYB 2
- $1.00/1 Internet Printable
-$1.00/1 Internet Printable
=$0.50 ea WYB 2

*Buy 2 CoverGirl Cheekers Blush, .12 oz $4.99
B1G1 50% off
-$8.00/2 PG 10/2
=FREE

*Buy 2 CoverGirl Fresh Complexion Concealer, .37 oz $5.99
B1G1 50% off
-$8.00/2 PG 10/2
=$0.49 ea

*Suave Styling Products 5 to 11 oz, Finesse Shampoo or Conditioner 10 to 13 oz, Styling Products 7 or 8.5 oz $1.99
-B1G1 Free Suave Professional Dry Shampoo or Styling Product, up to $3.50 from RP 10/2
-$0.50/2 RP 10/16
-$1.00/1 SS 10/16
-$2.00 MIR
=FREE

*Buy 2 Axe Shower Gel, 12 oz $5.49
B1G1 50% off
-$1.50/1 Internet Printable
-BIGI Free Axe Shower Gel or Detailer when you buy one Axe Shower Gel or Detailer SS 10/23
=$0.62 ea

Register Rewards

$1 RR WYB (2) Brach’s Autumn Candy, 12 oz, $1.50 ea.
-.50/1 SS 9/18
=50¢ ea

$2 RR WYB Zantac Acid Reducer 150, 24 ct., or 75, 30 ct., $7.99
-$1/1 SS 10/23
-$1.75/1 October All You magazine
-$1.75/1 Internet Printable
-$5/1 Internet Printable
-$5/1 Internet Printable
-$5/1 Internet Printable
-$1/1 SS 9/25
=99¢ ea

$4 RR WYB (2) Colgate Pro Clinical or Total Advanced Toothpaste, 4 oz, or Total Toothbrush $3 ea.
-$1/1 Fall 2011 Walgreens Diabetes & You booklet
=FREE

$7.99 RR WYB TheraMax Cold & Flu Relief Nasal Spray, .5 oz, $7.99
=FREE

Thank you Southern Savers

Friday

Flippin Good Deeds Challenge - SHOES NEEDED!

Looking for Shoes!!!

I am participating in the awesome Flippin Good Deeds Challenge with Flip Flop Wines and Soles4Souls, a non profit organization that helps put shoes on over 100,000 feet of children who aren't fortunate to have the most basic protection. The Flippin Good Deeds Challenge is a program for communities to clean out their closets and donate gently worn footwear. Sign up, collect as many shoes as you can and share your “flippin’ good deeds” and experiences from September 6, 2011 to November 15, 2011 for a chance to win! All you need to do is share with me so I can blog about it for you (if you are not a blogger). I will collect shoes from wherever possible. The top 5 blogger's will be entered into the final. I would love to win and reward one or all of my generous readers with a fantastic prize.

This Weeks Giveaway Winners and Many More Low Entry Giveaways

Congrats to Rachel for being chosen as the Manna Organics Giveaway Winner!

Congrats to Lisa for being chosen as the Uncommon Goods Giveaway Winner!

Congrats to Melissa for being chosen as the Fresh Wave Giveaway Winner!

Congrats to Diana for being chosen as the Fresh Wave Giveaway Winner!

Congrats to Donna for being chosen as the Fresh Wave Giveaway Winner!

Congrats to Samantha for being chosen as the Fresh Wave Giveaway Winner!

I have several low entry GREAT giveaways going on right now. Here are the direct links for more info. There are more coming next week as well!!

Kinder Soles (ends 10/31)

Bluapple (ends 10/31) *3 Winners*

Bertolli Meal Soup (ends 10/26)

Your Salt Lamps (ends/24)

Giant Microbes (ends 10/24)

Thursday

Walgreens Ad & Coupon Freebies/Deals 10/23 - 10/29

Accepts manufacturer and store coupons
Store loyalty prints incentives called Register Rewards (RR) - you do not need a card for these.
Register Rewards ring through the register as a manufacturer coupon. You can only use one mfr coupon per item AND you cannot use a RR you received for a specific product for the same product.
Example: You purchased a Gillette Razor and received $4 in RR. Your next visit you decide to buy another Gillette Razor, you cannot use the original $4 RR to discount the current razor.

CVS Ad Coupons Freebie/Deals 10/23-10/29

Accepts manufacturer and store coupons
Store loyalty card prints incentives called Extra Care Bucks (ECB)
Check your coupon center every visit and scan your card. Coupons will print similar to Catalina's except you don't need to purchase anything to get the coupon. (This machine looks similar to a price checker machine)
Extra Care Bucks ring through the register as a store coupon and are like cash
Check your CVS for their clearance sections. Some have a dedicated section or end cap, others have clearance in each section throughout the store. You can identify this by a yellow and white tag on the shelf.

*If you discover any deals along the way please let me know and I will add them for others!
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3 Day Sale - Thru Tues
99¢ ECB WYB Gold Emblem Candy Corn, Autumn Mix or Pumpkins, 8 oz, 99¢ (Limit 1)
=FREE

$2.49 ECB WYB Pumpkin Master Carving Tool $2.49 (Limit 1)
=FREE
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$1.00 ECB WYB 4 Starbursts, Singles $0.50 (Limit 1)
-B1G1 CVS Coupon
-$1.00 Ecb
=Free WYB 4

$4 ECB WYB $12 Glade or Oust products (Limit 1)
Glade Scented Oil PlugIns Refills, 2 ct., $5
-$2/1 September All You Magazine
-$1/1 SS 9/25, Parade magazine 10/09
-$1/1 October Woman’s Day magazine, October Good Housekeeping magazine
-.75/1 SS 9/25

Glade Sense & Spray, 0.43 oz, or Plugin Lasting Impressions $5
-$4/1 SS 9/25
-$2/1 SS 9/25
-$3/1 September All You Magazine, September Parents magazine
-$3/1 October Fitness, Good Housekeeping, Better Homes & Gardens, Redbook, Woman’s Day or Shape magazines
-$2/1 Internet Printable
-$3/1 Parade magazine 10/09

Glade or Oust Sprays, 9.7 oz, Scented Oil Candle Refills, 4 ct., Fabric and Air, Sense & Spray Refills $3
-$1/1 October Better Homes & Gardens magazine, September All You Magazine
-$1/1 October Woman’s Day magazine, October Good Housekeeping magazine
-.55/1 SS 9/25
-$1/1 SS 10/09
-.75/1 SS 10/09
-$1.25/1 SS 10/09
-$1/2 September All You Magazine, October Woman’s Day, Good Housekeeping or Better Homes & Gardens magazine

Best Idea**
Buy:
(2) Glade Plugin Lasting Impresions, $5
(1) Glade Room Spray, 9.7 oz, $3
-$3/1 September All You Magazine
-$3/1 September Parents magazine
-$1/1 September All You Magazine
-$4 ECB
=66¢ ea or FREE

$3 ECB WYB $10 CoverGirl Cosmetics starting at $3.49 (Limit 1)
-$8/2 PG 10/02
-$1/1 PG 10/16, PG 10/02
-$1/1 SS 9/11
-$10/$50 in Gillette Venus, Olay, Secret, CoverGirl, Clairol, Pantene, Safeguard, Ivory, Aussie or Herbal Essences products by 10/31 MIR

Best Idea**
Buy:
(1) CoverGirl Blush, $4.99
(1) CoverGirl Blush, 3 colors, $5.49
-$8/2 PG 10/02
-$3 ECB
=FREE

**Store Gift Card Promotion: $10 Gift Card WYB $30 in specific products**

Gold Medal All Purpose Flour, 5 lb, $2.50

Kraft Easy Mac or Homestyle Dinner $2.99
-.55/1 Kroger My Magazine home mailer
=$2.44

Cheez-It or Special K Crackers or Chips $1.99
-$1/2 Peelie on product
-$1/2 RP 9/18
-$1/2 Peelie on product
-$1/2 Score Big Savings, Serve Big Hit Recipes booklet
=$1.49 ea

Cheetos or Fritos 8.5-10 oz $3

Gatorade, 32 oz, or Sobe, 20 oz, B1G1

Duracell Batteries , 12-16 pk., $10.99
-.75/1 PG 10/16
=$10.24

Arm & Hammer Detergent, 25-32 loads, or 2-in-1 Dryer Cloths, 40 ct., $3.50
-$1/2 SS 9/18, SS 10/16
-$1/3 Internet Printable
=$3 ea

Sally Hansen Beauty Tools, Nail Colors or Treatments B1G1 50% off starting at $2.99
-$1/1 RP 9/25
-$1/1 November All You magazine
-$1/1 Internet Printable
-$3/1 Internet Printable
-$1/$2 June All You magazine
-$1 Sally Hansen beauty tool up to $2, RP 9/25
-.50/1 Walmart insert 10/09
=$1.24 ea

Excedrin Migraine or Extra Strength, 250 ct., $10.99
-$1.50/1 SS 8/14, SS 10/16 , SS 9/18
-$1/1 Internet Printable
=$9.49

Kleenex Facial Tissue, 110 ct., or Lotion, 78 ct., $1
-.55/1 Porque Sabes Chorrar Compras booklet
=45¢

Scott Bathroom Bathroom Tissue, 12 pk $8
-$1 off Scott bath tissue, August All You magazine
-$1/1 Porque Sabes Chorrar Compras booklet
-$1/1 SS 9/11 (x10/23)
-$2/1 Internet Printable
=$7

Scott Mega Rolls Choose a Size Towels, 6 pk., $6
-$1/1 SS 9/11 (x10/23)
-$1/1 Porque Sabes Chorrar Compras booklet
-$2/1 Internet Printable
-.50/1 August All You magazine
=$5

Best Idea**
Buy:
(1) Scott Mega Rolls Choose a Size Towels, 6 pk., $6
(1) Scott Bathroom Bathroom Tissue, 12 pk., $8
(2) Arm & Hammer Detergent, 25-32 loads, $3.50
(1) Excedrin Extra Strength, 250 ct., $10.99
-$2/1 Internet Printable
-$1.50/1 SS 8/14, SS 10/16 , SS 9/18
-$1/2 SS 9/18, SS 10/16
-$10 gift card
=$3.49 ea

Thank you SouthernSavers

Wednesday

Target Ad Matchup Free/Cheap Deals 10/19

Accepts manufacturer and store coupons
Sign up on Target's website for ‘Target text alerts’ on smart phones. You will receive a weekly text with a handful of coupons. You just have to show the cashier your phone so they can scan the bar code on the text and the coupon is taken off as a store coupon. These can only be used once.
Will price match competitors sales prices
Catalina's print at the register when you buy specified promotional items. These can vary week to week or month to month. Sometimes these print the store logo on them but can be a store OR manufacturer coupon. Meaning if they are a mfr coupon they can be used anywhere that accepts mfr coupons (even with the original stores logo).
*If you discover any deals along the way please let me know and I will add them for others!
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Method Cleaning Dish Soap or Hand Soap $2.50, Regular Price
-$1.00/1 Target Internet Printable
-$0.50/1 SS 9/18 (x11/30)
=$1.00

Allegra Adult 24 Hour Allergy Relief Tablet, 5-Count $5.99, Regular Price
-$2.00/1 Internet Printable
-$1.00/1 Target coupon Hi Coupons booklet
=$2.99

Bayer Chewable 81 mg Aspirin Value Pack, 108 ct. $5.74, Regular Price
-$2.00/1 RP 9/11
-$2.00/1 Target coupon Hi Coupons booklet
=$1.74

Colgate Kids’ Transformers Toothpaste, 4.6 oz. $2.04, Regular Price
-$0.50/1 SS 10/2 (x10/22)
-$1.00/2 SS 10/2 (x10/22)
-$1.00/1 Target coupon Hi Coupons booklet
=$0.54

Sally Hansen Wax Strips for Face $5.39, Regular Price
-$3.00/1 Internet Printable
-$1.00/1 Target coupon Hi Coupons booklet
=$1.39

Wheat Thins Ranch Flavored Crackers, 14.5 oz. $3.29, Price Cut thru 10/29
-$1.00/1 Internet Printable
-$1.00/1 Target coupon Hi Coupons booklet
=$1.29

Zyrtec 24 Hr Allergy Relief, 5 ct. $5.29, Regular Price
-$2.00/1 Internet Printable
-$2.00/1 Target coupon Hi Coupons booklet
=$1.29

Kleenex Cool Touch Facial Tissue $1.49, Regular Price
-$0.50/1 Target Coupon SS 10/9
-$0.50/1 SS 10/2 (x10/30)
-$0.50/1 All You Magazine, Aug 2011 (x10/30)
-$1.00/2 SS 10/2 (x10/30)
=$0.49

Maybelline Shine Sensational Lip Gloss $4.94, Regular Price
-$2.00/1 RP 9/11 (x11/11)
-$1.00/1 Walmart Insert 10/9 (x12/31)
-$2.00/1 Target Internet Printable
=$0.94

Mentos UP2U Gum Pack, Single Pack $1.27, Regular Price
-$1.00/1 SS 10/9
-$1.00/2 SS 9/11 (x10/20)
=$0.27

Nescafe Taster’s Choice Stick Pack, 6 ct $1.29, Regular Price
-$0.50/1 Target Internet Printable
-$0.75/1 Internet Printable
-B1G1 Free Internet Printable
-$0.65/1 Internet Printable
=$0.04

Tazo Tea, 20 ct. $2.79, Regular Price
-$1.00/1 Target Internet Printable
-$1.00/1 SS 9/11 (x11/3)
=$0.79

$5.00 Target Gift Card WYB 5 Holiday Items
Buy 4 Glade Holiday Candles $2.50
Buy 1 Palmolive Holiday Dish Soap $2.50
-$1.25/2 SS 9/25
-$0.25/1 SS 10/02
-$5.00 Target Gift Card
=$0.95 ea WYB 5

Receive $5.00 Target Gift Card WYB 2 Curel Ultra Healing Lotions, 6 oz $6.58 for two, On Sale thru 12/17
-$1.00/1 Target Coupon SS 9/11
-$1.00/1 Internet Printable
-$5.00 Target Gift Card
=FREE + $2.42

Tuesday

Getting Excited for Halloween yet??

I am preparing a list of DIY Halloween Decorations that won't cost you much and are all green friendly. I've either discovered these ideas through trial and error or built off of ideas I've found online. I hope to have pics as well to go along with them. For a head start if you'd like to try some start saving the following to recycle:

Toilet Paper Rolls
Milk Jugs
Cans/Jars
Dryer Lint
Card Board Boxes
Old Broken or Unusable Decorations

ONLY 13 DAYS TO GO!!!

Monday

Kroger Ad Coupon Freebie/Deals 10/17-10/23

Accepts manufacturer and store coupons
Store loyalty card allows you access to special promotions throughout the store. You can also earn points for discounts on gas at the Kroger gas stations.
Coupons can be loaded to your loyalty card through Kroger's website and Cellfire. These are called ecoupons. They work the same as a paper manufacturer coupon (and cannot be combined with another mfr coupon). Once loaded they cannot be removed unless used or when they expire - so load carefully and wisely.
Catalina's print at the register when you buy specified promotional items. These can vary week to week or month to month. Sometimes these print the store logo on them but can be a store OR manufacturer coupon. Meaning if they are a mfg coupon they can be used anywhere that accepts mfg coupons (even with the original stores logo).
Kroger doubles coupons showing on their register screen as a 'Bonus coupon'. The Michigan stores (Great Lakes Region) double up to a $0.50. This means if you have a $0.50 off coupon it then becomes a $1.00 off coupon. If you have a .60 off coupon it remains the same.

*If you discover any deals along the way please let me know and I will add them for others!

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Yoplait Yogurt, 4-8 ct or 32 oz $2.00

-$0.60/1 Internet Printable

-$0.50/1 GM 9/11

=$1.00

Pillsbury Crescent or Cinnamon Rolls, Grands! or Grands! Junior Biscuits $1.00

-$0.30/1 GM 9/11

-$0.50/2 Internet Printable

-$0.60/2 Internet Printable

-$0.50/2 Internet Printable

-$0.40/2 Internet Printable