Lucy at three months!
Now that I’m never again shopping at Babies R Us, Amazon is my go to store for baby supplies. (See updated pic of my baby at right!) Last week I discovered an amazing Amazon deal when I returned a baby swaddling blanket
The blanket, which I highly recommend for new parents, helps my daughter Lucy sleep by keeping her tightly wrapped up. She grew out of size small so I ordered her a larger size. Each SwaddleMe blanket cost just under $10 when I bought them.
But when the blanket arrived I realized
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This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.
I haven’t always been a smartphone user. The price tag and monthly bill made me reluctant to switch over for many years. Now I can’t live without my iPhone. Below I share how to lower the cost of owning a smartphone.
Beware of small fees
In my post about shrinking your cell phone bill, I suggest you avoid the extras like ringtones and wallpaper. With a smartphone, you also want to avoid paying for in-app purchases or going crazy downloading music. To avoid accidentally making these purchases, go to the apps’ settings and turn-off purchases.
By Bobbi Burger Brunoehler of BobbisBargains.
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I remember my grandmother telling me how when she was a little girl she used every part of the chicken. She raised them and ate their eggs. When it was time for that chicken to pass onto the big chicken coop in the sky, the feathers went into pillows.
She cooked and ate the meat. Chicken fat (schmaltz) was rendered and kept for frying. The liver was made into pate. The bones helped make healthy chicken broth.
I thought that was the end of the chicken, but apparently I was wrong.
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I haven’t bought razors since the beginning of winter. Their price is just ridiculous — even with coupons. As the weather gets warmer I’ve wanted to wear sleeveless shirts, but my hippie look has stopped me. The problem with razors is that they don’t last, but below I share two surprising ways to keep your razors from going dull.
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I share five must read blog posts about saving money every Friday.
Bookworm? Buying books doesn’t have to land you in the poorhouse, learn where to buy cheap books to save money. (Money Crashers)
Are you a social butterfly? Our blogger friend, Kelly, shares eight ways to save money socially. (The Centsible Life)
If you’re apart of the sandwich generation, here’s how to stay financially fit. (Cash Money Life)
Ever wonder how much a mom’s work is worth? It’s priceless, but the market value has decreased. (MSN Money)
Who handles your home finances? Getting the right person to handle your finances can save you money. Find out who’s better at managing each financial task. (The Digerati Life)
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In the past, I’ve written about sustainable methods of weeding. Though the techniques I’ve shared are affordable, they can be a pain. A story in Organic Gardening recently caught my eye because it suggests eating weeds as a way to control them. Chomping on free food sounds good to me!
By Bobbi Burger Brunoehler of BobbisBargains.
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In my post on snagging free and deeply discounted food, I listed a meal swap (or meal sharing) as a way to save money on food. Here’s how to set one up.
The idea behind a meal swap is that each person makes a big batch of what they are cooking and then divides it into smaller servings, packing the food so it is freezer ready. Everyone in the meal swap meets once a week or once a month (whatever is decided upon) and swaps what they have made.
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I subscribe to your daily emails. I live in CA and I’m going to Washington, DC soon. I was looking online for Night Tours of DC and found a great deal on a site called “Kgb Deals”. They appear to be a Groupon like company. Have you ever heard of them or done business with them? I tried to research online and one guy said they were not legit. There really wasn’t a lot of info about them, but they have supposedly been in business for a long time.Thanks for your time and I LOVE your daily emails!Debbie
I went to a bunch of garage sales with a girlfriend last week looking for an oval coffee table. (I’m redecorating my living room with the money we’ll get from selling our Vespa scooter.)
I burned out on the coffee table – the furniture selection was terrible at the five sales we hit – but I did find this great little table (image right).
I knew it would fit perfectly in our entryway. But it had an awful coat of cheap lacquer, was dirty, and made of cheap wood. I was giving it the once over when the seller walked over.
“Five,” he said.
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I share five must read blog posts about saving money every Friday.
Gas prices – Wondering why you’re paying more at the pump? Here’s the truth about why gas prices are rising so high. (Money Crashers)
Movie money lessons – Are you a Hunger Games aficionado? Read about the financial lessons found in The Hunger Games. (Wisebread)
Identity Theft – Learn how to prevent identity theft by knowing the top 10 scams. (Time Moneyland)
Wedding costs – The Silicon Valley Blogger teaches you how to save money on your wedding. (The Digerati Life)
Avoiding traffic tickets – Learn five ways to avoid parking tickets. Reforming your bad habits is a must! (Main Street)
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By Bobbi Burger Brunoehler of BobbisBargains.
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I need to replace all the windows and sliding glass doors in my house. They are so old and drafty that with the increased price of electricity, I am literally throwing money out the window. I have a handy hubby and a sturdy son – I’ll do the research and the buying – they will do the hard physical stuff. Do you think I am biting off more than I can handle?
The house has two sliding glass doors and thirteen windows. That’s a lot to replace.
I am planning on getting
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This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.
Reader AliceB is puzzling over a Target purchase where she expected to get a bonus gift card, but didn’t. She left the comment below on one of our drugstore freebies and deals post. She wrote:
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Recently a conversation at our dinner table turned into a chat about college. My sister is in the ninth grade, but time flies. We discussed several options to reduce her college bill and I share six of them below. My main advice was to work hard and get good grades as this will eventually help her pay for her higher education.
Buying a diamond on a budget can be overwhelming and confusing. Check out this diamond buying guide from Briliance.com that includes tips to save money when buying a diamond or a ring.
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This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.
Every time I look in my closet and see my burgundy gown collecting dust, I’m reminded of my prom. I don’t regret going, but I would have done some things differently to save money. I’m much more savvy now and below I share tips to save money on prom.
The ticket – I waited to the last minute to get tickets. Big mistake! I ended up paying a lot more. Many schools have early bird specials so take advantage of them!
