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This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.
Until recently, I’ve never worn makeup because of the cost, not to mention the challenge of finding the right product. This all changed when a sales associate at a makeup boutique gave me a lesson on scoring free makeup samples. I’ve since landed a handful of samples. Here’s how to get free makeup samples.
But first, here are four makeup products that you can score – for free.
• Foundation – In a previous post by Bargain Babe, she spoke to a professional makeup artist who revealed she pays more (more…)
Okay, so I’m changing up the rules slightly on how I’m doling out the “I BRAKE FOR BARGAINS” bumper stickers. Mainly because I want the stickers to go to folks who really want them. So to get your sticker, leave a comment on this post AND email me an address where I can mail it to. Previously, you just had to be on my email list. Make sure to mention the bumper sticker in the subject so I can keep track.
The first 150 folks to comment and email me get a bumper sticker!!! I plan to put one on my bumper as soon as it stops snowing. Got 3 inches yesterday and we expect another 4-8 today. The best part about the snow is watching my little dog, Darwin, bounce around in it. He gets his nose covered in flakes and it is just adorable.
This freebie is for email subscribers of BargainBabe.com!
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Thanks to everyone who belongs to or joined my daily or weekly email list for a chance to win $750 in prizes. I’m so grateful to you gals and guys, who make it possible for me to write about saving money everyday! It has been two years since I launched BargainBabe.com and I still believe the saving power of this blog community utterly outweighs what I know. In other words, I can’t do it without your tips and ideas and comments! If you have a coupon, tip, or story about money to share, don’t hesitate to email me. Seriously, I love hearing from you.
The winners (see below) and five runner ups have been emailed and have 48 hours to claim their prize. Otherwise the goodies go to the first runner up, and so on. I used Random.org to for the selection. Without further ado, the winner are… (more…)
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This list now includes grocery coupons for Wegmans, as per Ellen’s request!
Ralphs - The Ralphs prices assume coupon doubling up to $1. Get all the Ralphs coupons later today or tomorrow. Chief Family Officer, who provides the Ralphs coupons, is delayed by one day.
Safeway/Vons - Highlights include Get all the Safeway/Vons coupons and deals, including a 1lb bag of baby carrots for $.99,18-ct eggs for $1.99, and Gatorade for $.79.
Albertsons - Highlights include whole fryer chickens for $.79/lb, ground turkey for $2.99, Anthony’s pasta for free with coupon, and Campbell’s Condensed soups for free with coupon. Get the full list of Albertsons coupons. (more…)
By Bobbi Burger Brunoehler of Bobbisbargains.
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Disclaimer: Sadly, I do not own a Kindle, but I know if I owned one I would want to know about and use these services.
Now that you have a new Kindle or eReader for your birthday, December holiday, or anniversary, how do you populate your reading list without going way over budget?
Ebooks average $10 each. This can add up to a hefty chunk of change if you are a fast reader or want a large ebook library. So, what are the ways that you can get your ebooks for free?
Here are six ways to get free ebooks:
- The free Kindle lending club. (more…)
Free textbook rentals - Neebo is giving away 100,000 free textbook rentals to college students. This is a steal!
Free cologne - Get your honey smelling sexy with this free sample of cologne from BOSS.
Ends today! CVS coupon - Get 20% off sitewide with this CVS coupon. Expires Jan. 26, 2011.
Babies “R” Us coupon - Get 25% off with this Babies “R” Us coupon, which is also good at Toys “R” Us, when you trade in used baby gear. Starts Friday.
Esprit coupon - Get 40% off with this Eprit coupon. Expires Jan. 31, 2011.
Banana Republic coupon - Get 30% off $150 or more with this coupon for BananaRepublic.com. Use coupon code BROFFER. Ends Jan. 30, 2011 at 11:59 p.m. EST. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more.
Clicking on these links supports BargainBabe.com.
I played catch up today after traveling yesterday, so tomorrow I’ll announce the winners of the $750 reader giveaway. Thanks for your patience!
~Julia
aka Bargain Babe
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Ends today! – Free Sam’s Club membership – This online, one day free Sam’s Club membership waives the 10% upcharge non-members have to pay. Nice!
Free nail clippers - Get a free pair of nail clippers when you Tweet about the freebie and join Blippy.com.
Restaurant.com coupon - Get a huge restaurant discount – 80% off at Restaurant.com now through Jan. 31, 2011 with coupon code MEAL. Pay $2 for a $25 gift certificate to a restaurant of your choice! (more…)
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Yesterday I parted with $.99 to download Boggle onto my iPhone, the second time I’ve ever paid for an app. Already, I’ve played Boggle for two hours, steadily increasing my scores from the low 20s to a high of 36.
I felt guilty about the purchase because there are sooo many free apps. On the other hand, I can afford $.99 for good, clean fun. And besides, the free knock-off version of Boggle stank.
I asked my Facebook friends if buying apps was frugal or cheap.
Jason said the purchase made me “Frugal, cheap would get getting someone else to get them for you.”
Jessica said “Discerning!”
Bonnie said “Frugal for sure, especially considering how many apps are available.:-)”
Eugene said “I’ve only ever paid for 2 myself: Colbert’s ‘the Word’ app, and This American Life. Considering I’ve barely ever used them, I doubt I’ll ever buy another!”
Bob said “…or….just not that into apps, … perhaps!”
Do you pay for apps? How many have you purchased?
PS. I plan to break into the 40-point zone soon!
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This list now includes Staples coupons each week!
Target - This week’s list of Target coupons includes Hunt’s Diced Tomatoes as low as $.54 each with coupon, Finish Powerball Dishwasher finishing detergent as low as free with coupons, and Rimmel mascara or eye shadow as low as free with coupons.
Staples – Hip 2 Save lists the hot Staples coupons later today. (more…)
This book is one of the prizes!
Don’t forget to enter the latest contest to win $750 in prizes. To win, join my daily or weekly email list. The giveaways celebrate BargainBabe.com turning two.
The prizes include:
- 150 “I brake for bargains!” bumper stickers donated by BargainBabe.com. Two years of saving money and counting! (150 winners)
- B****** on a Budget, by Rosalyn Hoffman (one winner)
- Two $50 gift cards to Restaurant.com donated by Restaurant.com (two winners)
- A pair of movie passes to AMC Theaters donated by LOZO, a comprehensive site to help you save money with new tools to save money on groceries (one winner)
- A $50 gift card to a grocery store of your choice donated by Flyerside, a website that ranks grocery sales by at dozens of stores across the country. I wrote about their new and improved grocery coupons last week. (one winner)
- A Vivaz Smartphone worth $430 donated by AT&T, which shares hot cell phone deals on their Facebook page. The Vivaz has a super powered HD 8.1 megapixel camera and WiFi. Hot stuff! The winner gets the phone for free but has to pay for service, no contract required. Data plans are required with smartphones. If you are an existing AT&T Wireless customer, just plug in your SIM card and you’re good to go. The winner must be a U.S. resident. (one winner)
TO WIN, join my daily or weekly email list with money saving blog tips. If you already receive my emails, you are eligible to win and do not need to do ANYTHING. For real! If you read BargainBabe.com through an RSS reader, you must join the daily or weekly email list to in the running. The contest ends Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2011 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
Good luck and thanks for being part of BargainBabe.com!
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Sam’s Club free membership – Get a free online membership to Sam’s Club through Jan. 25, 2011 with coupon code 10851. Look for the “Try Sam’s Club FREE” box in the middle of the homepage. There is no non-member upcharge, which normally is 10%. The free membership is for one day.
Free photo book and V-Day cards – Get a free classic photo book worth $25 from Snapfish when you pay about $7 for shipping. Plus, get a free customized Valentine’s Day card from Shutterfly.
Free movie rental - Rent two movies from Blockbuster Express and get the third movie free. (more…)
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This question was brought to you by Online Boilers – the UK’s favourite boilers website. Specialists in combi boilers and gas boilers. Online Boilers often give their customers a discount on their appliances but you need to ring them and it takes a bit of haggling!
Reader gpjandra needs advice on where she can find discounted appliances.
What sites are available to search for bargains or discounts on appliances like stove/oven, refrigerator, washer and dryer, microwave, dishwasher, etc…? Thank you for your help as we are furnishing our first home. Need help in finding affordable, yet new appliances.
If you are tied to buying new appliances, you are more limited than if you’re open to buying used. I’d look out for sales at the hardware stores, and approach local hardware stores about price matching. You never know when someone might be able to make you a deal. You can often get 10% off for opening a new credit line, or may be able to approach a manager about a discount for paying in cash or buying in bulk (if you purchase multiple appliances from one store). Also look for steep discounts on floor models, which may have scratches or other minor blemishes.
Got advice for gpjandra? Got a question about saving money? Email me.
Every Friday I link to five must-read stories about personal finance.
Never pay for gas – Here is one blogger’s secret to how she makes the most of grocery store fuel programs to never pay for gas. I don’t know why I haven’t tried this before!
Do you go to work when you’re sick? Three out of four people do! Donna Freedman writes about the cost of spreading illnesses.
20 most frugal cities – Wallet Pop blogger Aaron Crowe explains which cities made the list. Is your city frugal?
Superstreets eliminate left turns – New streets that eliminate U-turns reduce travel times by 20%. And time is money!
Friday Freebies on steroids – Bargain Briana’s list of Friday Freebies is massive – more than 100 items and counting.
What are the worst bills for your wallet? I identified five things that – if you can cut out – will save you about $4,000 over a year. By worst, I mean overpriced expenses you can easily avoid. What do you think are the worst bills?
