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Amazon: Beach Wrap Dress $8.99 Shipped!

Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at 12:25pm by Melissa Leave a Comment

Summer’s just getting started, but we’re already seeing markdowns to make way for all things fall. By the way, can I just say how ridiculous that is? My furnace kicked on last night. We haven’t even had a legitimate heat wave in Michigan yet! The advantage? We haven’t even had a legitimate heat wave in Michigan yet! It’s coming, so let’s be ready with some very cute summer gear!

This easy Beach Wrap Dress just $8.99 shipped, and it comes in 5 colors. I love the blue!

Note: As with all Amazon prices, the price on this offer can change at any time. These prices are valid as of June 19th at 12:25am EST.

If this applies, and you need some suggestions for inexpensive items to reach the $25 threshold for Super Saver Shipping, take a look at all of the recently posted Amazon deals.

Amazon Program Information Refresher
Understanding these Amazon programs can be confusing, so I though it might be nice to break them down a bit for you.

Some items are available through the Subscribe & Save program. What that means is that you select shipments at regular intervals (every 1-6 months) and you’ll receive the item at the 5% discounted price when you subscribe to 4 items or less. Subscribe to 5 or more items, and you’ll receive a 15% discount on each of your subscription items. Additionally, all subscriptions ship free. If you don’t want to bother with regular shipments (the prices do fluctuate), sign up to receive the shipment you want and cancel (with no penalty) when you’ve received your order. You can cancel via the Your Account dropdown menu tab “Your Subscribe & Save Items.” Canceling is very easy to do.

Alternatively, all items can be shipped free with Amazon Prime as well. You can sign up for a free trial membership and cancel before you are charged the annual fee, if you choose.

I am a member of the Amazon Mom program. Starting January 24, 2012, the maximum discount available on any purchase is 20%. This comes from the exclusive discount of 15% on select items (diapers, wipes, etc.) on top of a revised 5% Subscribe and Save discount vs. 15% for other purchased items i.e. grocery, etc. There are often coupons that are stackable with these discounts as well. Also, when you join Amazon Mom, you have the added bonus of Amazon Prime free Two-Day shipping for the first three months continued only by purchasing an Amazon Prime membership after the trial period ($79).

Amazon Student is free for, well, college students by providing a school and major. You get AmazonPrime free shipping for six months and free release date delivery on video games, DVD’s, books and more. You must have a .edu email address to confirm.

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Walmart: Clearance Apparel – New Stock Added!

Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at 9:15am by Melissa Leave a Comment

Walmart has a whole new crop of clearance apparel! Right now, this Dream Cafe Maternity Baby & Me Nursing Nightgown and Baby Nightgown is on clearance for just $9 (reg. $15.88). It’s available in all sizes S-XL. This is a new clearance item, so it won’t last long in all sizes.

My favorite In the Mix Surplice Waist Tie Jumpsuit is down to $15. If you’ve priced out Jumpsuits, you know there aren’t many in this price range. In fact, I don’t know that I’ve even seen one. Macy’s has them for around $49.99+/- $10ish.

Take a look at all of the clearance apparel here.

All items ship to your home for just $0.97/piece or bundle.

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Price War: Breadman TR2700 Bread Machine $69 Shipped! (reg. $129)

Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at 8:46am by Melissa Leave a Comment

There’s another Price War item making a great deal on the Breadman Convection Bread Machine!

Take your pick:

Walmart has the Breadman TR2700 Stainless Steel Breadmaker on Rollback to $69 from $129 and you can pick it up in your local store for free or ship it to your home for FREE.

Amazon refuses to be outdone and also has the Breadman TR2700 Stainless Steel Breadmaker for $69 and it ships free with Prime or SSS over $25.

Product Description

This convection bread machine is the perfect tool for making a variety of bakery breads at home. Easy-to-use digital controls and display let you select from 16 baking functions as well as three loaf size options and three crust brown-ing options. After making a bread you love you can save the options with the Save Your Faves function to make sure you will get the same results again. Get a wide array of features like an up to 24-hour delay bake timer, power failure protection system and 10-minute pause control to enhance your bread making experience.

Breadman Convection Bread Machine with Digital Display and Cool-Touch Handles, Stainless Steel:

Convection baking
Large viewing window
Extra-large digital display
3-loaf sizes: 1, 1.5 and 2 lbs
3 crust shades: light, medium and dark
10-minute pause control
Brushed stainless steel exterior
Cool-Touch carrying handles
Easy-to-use, easy-to-clean Mylar control panel
Measuring cup and spoon included
Recipes included in the Use-and-Care manual
Save Your Faves function
Stainless steel construction
Fruit and nut release
Dimensions: 19″L x 11″W x 15″H
2-year limited warranty

Note: As with all Amazon prices, the price on this offer can change at any time. These prices are valid as of June 19th at 8:45am EST.

If this applies, and you need some suggestions for inexpensive items to reach the $25 threshold for Super Saver Shipping, take a look at all of the recently posted Amazon deals.

Amazon Program Information Refresher
Understanding these Amazon programs can be confusing, so I though it might be nice to break them down a bit for you.

Alternatively, all items can be shipped free with Amazon Prime as well. You can sign up for a free trial membership and cancel before you are charged the annual fee, if you choose.

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My Carpet Cleaning Experience + Walmart Deal!

Tuesday, June 18, 2013 at 5:54pm by Melissa Leave a Comment

All right, so you know I told you I bought a floor cleaner for the carpet upstairs because the kids wanted their carpet cleaned before our son’s big Peanut Party in a few weeks. And really, I couldn’t blame them.

I used to be a very meticulously clean housekeeper. Even when my son was little, I was as adept as a monkey at picking up toys of various shapes off the of the floor, carrying them with MY FEET, and putting them away – pulling open drawers, sliding doors, scaling walls (well, not exactly)….allow me to reiterate – WITH MY FEET. This gave me the opportunity to completely vacuum the floor after my teeny buddy fell asleep.

Well, somewhere between the move to this house and the condo, my super sanitary alter got left behind. Now, I don’t want to give the impression that I belong on an episode of Hoarders or anything, but I’m definitely not a clean freak anymore. I can’t be. I’ve got tasmanian devils spinning all around me 24/7, and it’s impossible to chase them around with a Swiffer. I mean, one of them might think it’s cotton candy and eat it…or give it to the dog….or use it as a Barbie blanket. I don’t even think they can properly identify a Swiffer, and that’s my GO-TO DUSTER. It’s sad.

So you know we have this puppy, Charles Albert. Yes, that is his name. Charles Albert, aka Charlie, is too cute to leave baby gated downstairs in the uncarpeted region of the home because he cries and whines like he’s so very lonely and abused. The kids proceed to scurry downstairs, dognap him, and protect him from the dreaded silence…in their carpeted bedrooms. Now, my son has blue carpeting. My daughter’s carpeting is white. Yes, white. I have a small child with white carpet. It was nearly free and so was the installation. You’d have bought it, too.

The problem? Charles has a small bladder. Did I say small? I meant microscopic.

Let’s explore the Alice in Wonderland version of the color wheel for a moment and discuss what happens when we mix yellow + white. It equals…you guessed it, yellow. Nothing is out of the ordinary. Yet.

Now, let’s mix blue + yellow. Yep, we still have yellow. It’s like a magic trick. Yellow + Blue does not equal green. It equals yellow. Blue carpet with varying shades of yellow based on Charles Albert’s level of hydration.

OK, so we now have polka dot carpet upstairs. Is it that bad? No. I’m horribly prone to exaggeration. However, to a type A clean freak who used to admire vacuum lines in the carpet, it spontaneously forces me to get another eye exam for a stronger prescription thanks to the horror induced blindness.

I decided that, despite our serious shortage of funds, I needed to buy a carpet cleaner. I won’t rent one because I don’t know who has used it and for what. Yep, I’m like that. I apologize in advance.

Now, I had something similar to the Bissell ProHeat Cleaning System (around $240ish in 2002) with the hand tool when I lived at the condo. I moved in with my mother for a year when she had cancer and rented out the condo for that length of time. When I got back, it was definitely not kept to my crazy standard of cleanliness, so I bought this cleaner for the floor and my furniture, which had been in storage for that year. I was really less than impressed, particularly with the hand tool. It sprayed cleaning solution right from the hand tool. It got all over my hand, and saturated my furniture. When it dried, the white squares in my blue and white plaid couch were yellowish. And yes, I used this cleaner as instructed. As for the floor, well, it seemed to tear up bits of carpet. I had plush carpet and it just shredded the pile. I had tons of fuzzy carpet in the tank after each emptying. Again, I used it as instructed.

Remembering all of this, I was very hesitant to buy a similar product or even one from Bissell. I also figured that it has been well over 10 years since that happened, and surely products have improved.

This is what I bought – Bissell PowerForce PowerBrush Deep Cleaning System for $89.92. It also has a $10 rebate through 6/30/13. That definitely made it more attractive. I was also impressed with the 272 reviews averaging 4 & 1/2 stars.

I ordered it online, and my husband picked it up in Walmart about an hour later. He brought it home and I had it put together in about 15 minutes. It only takes 3 screws to put the handle on and you’re ready to go.

All there is to do is just fill up the teensiest portion of the clean water tank with the cleaning solution (came with an 8oz trial size bottle), and fill up the rest with hot water and you’re ready to clean the floor.

I am not kidding when I say this did a beautiful job on both of the kids bedroom carpet. As you can see from the picture above, it looks brand new. It’s 5 years old.

In addition to the lovely shade of yellow sprinkled throughout my daughter’s room, she also had several teeny spots of red where a Nik-L-Nip had spilled on the floor. In my mind, it may as well have been Kool-Aid. I was sure it would never come out. It’s gone. GONE. Everything is gone.

Remnants of Oreo Ice Cream in my son’s room – GONE. Yes, even the tiniest black granules that seemed to grind in more as I cleaned it last year. GONE.

Applesauce stain, again, in my son’s room – GONE.

Other various unidentifiable sticky and/or ooey gooey type stains resembling either glue or caramel – GONE.

Now, I will say that their carpet wasn’t unbelievably filthy going in. It wasn’t, but it was definitely dirty. I think I’ve made that painfully clear.

So if you’re looking for a carpet cleaner, I can’t recommend this more. It’s lightweight (14lbs), easy to use, and does what it’s supposed to do in a short amount of time, as well as extracts the solution easily, and dries very quickly. I had their ceiling fans on for about an hour to two hours before it was completely dry. I also did it on a 75 degree day, and their bedrooms are upstairs. Add on those factors as well.

Oh, and if I hadn’t been so impatient, I’d have ordered this bundle. It’s the same vacuum, Bissell PowerForce PowerBrush Deep Cleaning System, only it comes with a Bissell 3-in-1 Stick Vac for $10 more vs. the $19.88 you’d pay for the 3-in-1- vac alone – $99.92 total. This particular set says it will arrive in a week, so that’s why I opted for the single unit. I wanted it asap because getting things done around here is not always easy. If you do buy this one, it still qualifies for the rebate, so be sure and print your form here.

Note: I received nothing from either Walmart or Bissell regarding this product. Even if I did, all thoughts and opinions are always my own. Ahem, you may recall my Scrubbing Bubbles review. If not, here’s a replay for ya. It’s an oldie but goodie.

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Price War: Intex 2 Person River Run Float $29 Shipped!

Tuesday, June 18, 2013 at 11:04am by Melissa Leave a Comment

We’ve got another Price War thanks to a Rollback at Walmart! Take your pick

Walmart - The Intex 2 Person River Run Float is $29 down from $39.97. Pick it up in youyr local store for free or it will ship free to your home with an order of $45 or more.

Amazon - The Intex River Run II is $29 and it ships free with Prime or SSS over $25.

If you’re interested in reviews (I always read them.), you can take a look at 248 of them on Amazon with an average of 4 & 1/2 stars overall.

Intex River Run Float

Built-in cooler with lid
2 handles
All-around grab rope
Takes approximately 10 minutes to inflate
104″ x 56″
18 gauge vinyl

Note: As with all Amazon prices, the price on this offer can change at any time. These prices are valid as of June 17th at 7:02pm EST.

If this applies, and you need some suggestions for inexpensive items to reach the $25 threshold for Super Saver Shipping, take a look at all of the recently posted Amazon deals.

Amazon Program Information Refresher
Understanding these Amazon programs can be confusing, so I though it might be nice to break them down a bit for you.

Alternatively, all items can be shipped free with Amazon Prime as well. You can sign up for a free trial membership and cancel before you are charged the annual fee, if you choose.

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Amazon: Disney Princess Lamps Starting at $10.79!

Monday, June 17, 2013 at 7:02pm by Melissa Leave a Comment

OK, this is supposed to be a post about lamps, but I need to give you an update, too. That said, this is what’s going on in our house. We’re having a party to celebrate my son eating his first peanut. That’s coming up in a couple of weeks, and I’ll tell you more about that and give you an update VERY soon. I’m actually working on that post.

To prepare for said party, my kids want their bedroom decorating finished. I admit, I’ve been a horrible slacker about this. Wall decals, accessories, bedding….it’s all so exhausting…and expensive. My husband and I agreed that we would buy the children new bedding for Christmas, and we did. It’s all still in the packages though. It’s June…ya know, in case you haven’t noticed. Haha!

I thought we’d be able to pull together the funds to buy decals and accessories, but I’ll be honest: It’s not happening yet. Our health insurance isn’t picking up any of my son’s treatment, and it’s likely to cost around 8-10,000 for just the peanut treatment alone. When he’s done, we’re moving on to pecans and walnuts. In addition, we have to “oral challenge” the rest of the nuts. More money. There just isn’t a lot of wiggle room at all for the fun things, but I’m also really tired of that. So, I bought a lamp. I can afford a $12.99 bit of rebellion.

OK, so to get me moving, I bought a carpet cleaner to clean their carpets last week. I picked a less expensive one because most of the house has wood flooring. Yes, that’s another post because this thing is aaah-mazing, and I have to tell you about it.

I also tried a new salsa recipe for the party yesterday. It’s aah-mazing, and I have to tell you about it. I just need to tweak it a bit. OK, so I have a lot I need to do, and a lot to tell you about.

I need to start somewhere though, so I was online looking for more bedroom accessories and I found this Belle Lamp! My daughter LOVES Belle more than any other Disney Princess. Yes, I bought it. I also thought you might be looking for inexpensive Disney Princess accessories, too. So, yeah, that’s the purpose of this post. My posts are often an extension of my life, and this is no exception. I spent some time lamp shopping today. :)

Disney Princess Belle Lamp is $12.99 and it ships free with Prime or SSS over $25!

Disney Princess Carriage Lamp $10.79 and ships free with Prime or SSS over $25. (Look under More Buying Choices)

Disney Princess Cinderella Glowing Lamp $10.99 and it ships free with Prime or SSS over $25.

And a few more:

Princess Aurora (Sleeping Beauty) Lamp $12.38 and it ships free with Prime or SSS over $25. (Look under More Buying Choices)

Disney Tinkerbell Lamp $15.39 SHIPPED!

Princess Cinderella Slipper Lamp $11.08 SHIPPED!

Disney Princess Crown Lamp $11.98 and ships free with Prime or SSS over $25

Note: As with all Amazon prices, the price on this offer can change at any time. These prices are valid as of June 17th at 7:02pm EST.

If this applies, and you need some suggestions for inexpensive items to reach the $25 threshold for Super Saver Shipping, take a look at all of the recently posted Amazon deals.

Amazon Program Information Refresher
Understanding these Amazon programs can be confusing, so I though it might be nice to break them down a bit for you.

Alternatively, all items can be shipped free with Amazon Prime as well. You can sign up for a free trial membership and cancel before you are charged the annual fee, if you choose.

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1SaleADay: Cuisinart Flash Sale + Free Shipping!

Monday, June 17, 2013 at 3:25pm by Melissa Leave a Comment

I have one of these nifties and I use it for all sorts of things. The one thing that comes to mind right off the bat is beating eggs. I also make some soups that need to be pureed after cooking, and I hate using my blender – even with it vented. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, the heat from the soup needs to escape. If you don’t vent the crummy blender, it will self-vent. You could get burned or, at minimum, spray soup around your kitchen. Bah.

That said, 1 Sale A Day has another Flash Sale goodie today! The Cuisinart SmartStick 200 Watt Immersion Hand Blender is $27.99 shipped.

This is a brand new item, not a refurbished product.

Be sure and take a look at the other Flash Sale items if you’re a Cuisinart fan. There’s a hand mixer, soft serve ice cream maker, roasting pan, and more items all at discounted prices. This is a true flash sale though. These deals expire today (6/17) at midnight EST.

Price Comparison

This particular model, CSB-76, retails for several dollars more elsewhere. If you’ve had your eye on an immersion blender, it’s a great time to pick one up!

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Oriental Trading: 60% Off Patriotic Sale + Free Shipping!

Monday, June 17, 2013 at 11:41am by Melissa Leave a Comment

For two days only (today and tomorrow (6/18), Oriental Trading is offering free shipping on ANY order with the code FSFW25 at checkout! They’re also having a huge 60% off sale on all the supplies you’ll need for a 4th of July Party with their Patriotic sale!

I spotted a great deal on a 40 piece Patriotic Tableware & Invitation Bundle (above) for just $3.49 shipped!

It includes:
8 – invitations
8 – 9″ plates
8 – 3 1/2″ 9-oz. cups
16 luncheon napkins

I’ll also be picking up an Inflatable Patriotic Buffet for $10 shipped! I have a white one, but I want something a bit more festive for the 4th. It’s perfect for keeping all sorts of yummy summer salads and fruit bowls cold. Of course, we’ll be putting our watermelon shark in the middle of it. :)

And by the way, here’s a picture of my teeny girl next to our shark last year. Sadly, I didn’t have enough sense to take a picture BEFORE the party. Hah, it has been completely picked over! It was filled with watermelon, blueberries, strawberries, and blackberries. Oh, and my girlie is completely soaked from the water slide. It was such a great day!

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Amazon: Rio Beach Portable Sun Shelter $19.99!

Monday, June 17, 2013 at 8:55am by Melissa Leave a Comment

Get ready for all those beach trips and gear up for some fireworks watching!

Amazon has the Rio Beach Portable Sun Shelter for just $19.99! It ships free with Prime or SSS over $25!

Freestanding portable sun shelter provides SPF 50 sun protection
Lightweight, aluminized coated frame and washable, 75 denier polyester fabric
Two interior pockets; two exterior zip mesh windows
Carry bag with shoulder strap included
Assembled dimensions: 9 by 4.5 by 4 feet (WxHxD)

Note: As with all Amazon prices, the price on this offer can change at any time. These prices are valid as of June 12th at 8:20am EST.

If this applies, and you need some suggestions for inexpensive items to reach the $25 threshold for Super Saver Shipping, take a look at all of the recently posted Amazon deals.

Amazon Program Information Refresher
Understanding these Amazon programs can be confusing, so I though it might be nice to break them down a bit for you.

Alternatively, all items can be shipped free with Amazon Prime as well. You can sign up for a free trial membership and cancel before you are charged the annual fee, if you choose.

Thanks, Clip and Follow!

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Very Jane: Bracelet Bundle $8.98 Shipped!

Saturday, June 15, 2013 at 8:16am by Melissa Leave a Comment

I was on the fence about whether or not to post this deal because there are so few available, but what the heck. You’ve been asking for trendy jewelry and this totally fits the bill. And it also fits my rigid price requirement for trendy accessories – coming in at under $10 shipped.

Very Jane has a Bracelet Bundle for $6.99. There are (at the time of posting) only 40 left. Choose from 7 different colors.

Shipping is $1.99 for the first item and $0.50 for each additional item.

If you haven’t looked around Very Jane, by all means, please take a look. VJ has just a few featured items each day from Etsy shops – all at very discounted prices.

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