What I love about Halloween

Sounds a little apicorus, doesn't it? Well before you freak out on me, don't worry, this isn't going to be a post about trick-or-treating. But just because we don't celebrate Halloween, doesn't mean that I can't experience a little (post) … [Read more...]

Inexpensive Chanukah Gift Ideas #1: Personalized Calendars

I know not everyone gives Chanukah presents, but for those that do, the costs can quickly add up. We usually give our kids one *small* gift each night, which includes gifts from grandparents. In addition, we typically exchange gifts with our … [Read more...]

Reminder: Last Day to Win FREE Susie Fishbein Cookbook

Just wanted to remind you that if you haven't already done so, you can still enter my giveaway for a FREE copy of Susie Fishbein's newest cookbook, Kosher by Design: Teens & 20-Somethings. The contest closes tonight at midnight (central time), so … [Read more...]

Don’t forget: FREE Photobook Code Expires Monday Night.

Don't forget that you can make a FREE and totally gorgeous, leather-bound, 20-page photo book from Picaboo. This $39.99 value is free when you use the coupon code FALLBK until Monday at midnight. We made ours back in August, when they were running … [Read more...]

Freebie Friday

Shabbat's just around the corner, the challah is rising, the BBQ beef is crockpot-ing, and I'm breathing a sigh of relief. This was one seriously hectic week. Before you go into hibernation mode, you might want to check out these fabulous freebies … [Read more...]

FREE Picaboo Leather Photo Book. It’s Back!

I do not know how these Picaboo people make any money, always giving away their amazing photobooks. But I'm glad they do, because if you didn't get a chance to get in on this deal when I posted about it in August, you can now score your own seriously … [Read more...]

FREE Sample of Wisk Laundry Detergent

Get a free sample of Wisk laundry detergent from Target. You will need to fill out a very short survey (took me less than 60 seconds). Remember, I like getting free samples not just for the ounce or two of product, but because most usually come … [Read more...]

30 Frugal Things We Do. And 4 That We Don’t.

If you've been reading this blog for a while, you know by now that I'm a big proponent of using coupons, especially when you can combine them with a sale. But coupon shopping is far from the only frugal strategy we use. If you're looking for new ways … [Read more...]

Oh Happy Day! Free Stuff in My Mailbox

Look at all the fun stuff that came in my mail box yesterday! November edition of Forbes Magazine: My husband worked his freebie magic on that one (yes, this is a family effort!). Free sample of Kashi Chewy Granola Bar with a $1/1 coupon that … [Read more...]

FREEBIES Galore: Children’s Books, Body Lotion & Dog Food

It's amazing what companies give away for free every day, isn't it? Today, I've got THREE fun freebies to tell you about: 1) If you are a public or private school teacher (wondering if homeschoolers would also qualify), you can sign up with … [Read more...]