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We know you can't shop on an empty stomach, so here's a great meal deal.
Boston Market is offering a $1 chicken meal, either a quarter white or three-piece dark chicken meal served with mashed potatoes and cornbread.
Just a buck. Don't pass it up. Deal's good through Sunday, Nov. 1st. Click here to get your dollar chicken!
Sunday's going to be a big day for 'couponers.' There are three inserts: Smart Source, Red Plum and the P&GbrandSAVER. There's also a Publix Fall Savings insert...good coupons inside but they expire soon, 11/6. We've got to find those stackable scenarios now!! (Stacking coupons means using a Publix AND a manufacturer's coupon on the same item for added savings.)
For our regular visitors, you know to label your inserts with the date, and file them away to wait for a good sale. New coupon shoppers will be anxious to use them, but then you will be sorry next week when the item is BOGO (buy-one-get-one-free) and you can use two coupons.
For instance, lets say your favorite cereal is $4 a box. If you use a $1 off coupon now, you get the cereal for $3. But if you wait until the cereal is BOGO, and use two $1 coupons, then you get two boxes for $1 each. This is why we recommend getting at least two papers, well, two sets of coupons.
Click here to see the coupons that will be in Sunday's paper, November 1st. And send your savings scenarios! --Super Saver Kathy
POSTED IN: Coupons (754)Imagine the wind on your back, a mimosa in hand and the bright blue expanse of the Atlantic sky in front of you all for $17.
Classic Harbor Line is offering 50 percent off all sails from Oct. 31 - Nov. 25 from Key West.
The following discounted day trips will depart from Key West Bight:
Mimosa Morning Sail: $1 mimosas aboard the Adirondack II. Departing 11 a.m. daily. $17.
Classic Day Sail: Departs daily at 1:30 p.m. with $1 cocktail specials. $17.
Champagne Sunset Sail: A two-hour sunset sail. $24.50.
Expect to sail by Fort Zachary Taylor, the famed Mallory Square, Sunset Pier and Sand key Light Tower, and the occasional dolphins and sea turtles.
There is a $2 fee for processing. Enter the code: 50TZOO in the promo box.
For more information and to book the trip, click here.
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Books, CDs and DVDs are my favorite holiday gifts for family and so I do a lot of shopping in at Borders and Barnes & Noble. I look for specials and compare prices, and sometimes turn to Amazon.com if its cheaper.
To get a start on your holiday shopping, use this 40% off one item coupon with free membership at Borders, valid through Monday, Nov. 2:
Any books you've read lately you would recommend as gifts? -- Marcia "Bargain Hunter" Pounds
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If you love the show "The Office' its a great viewing experience to have the DVDs so you can enjoy the show at your leisure.
Buy.com has Season 5 on their weekly special for $19.95 with free shipping. Just be careful checking out, the free shipping is not the default, you must choose it. Otherwise you will have a surprise shipping charge on your invoice. Don't ask me how I know this.
Are we thinking holiday shopping already? Buy one for a friend or family member who loves the show. Click here for link. --Super Saver Kathy
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I'm an American Idol junkie, and Adam Lambert was one of my favorite contestants ever. I could watch his performances over and over, and did, thanks to Tivo. Not only was he a good singer, but what a showman, and too charming...that smile...swoon. :)
It must be the teacher/mother in me. I literally had tears in my eyes watching grumpy Simon give him a standing ovation...so cool to see these talented young folks realizing their dreams.
His long awaited album's scheduled release is late November, but they just disclosed the cover art. Can you say controversial?
What do you think? Like it? And...the big question...are you going to buy his album? Kris Allen's will be released the week before...who's buying? --Super Saver Kathy
Here's a great coupon if you need a big ticket item from Neiman Marcus Last Call. Print this coupon, click here, for a 9am early entry into the store, and $50 off one apparel item priced $100 or more.
I wish I didn't work Wednesdays, I'd see you there when the doors open. I had my eyes on a great pearl and chain necklace, but it was way too expensive, me with the dumb champagne taste and beer budget.
Super Saver Kathy
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It's Coupon Chaos time again...enter your best savings tips to win free coupons from the Sun Sentinel.
I got such a kick out of getting the free Snuggle this week, thanks Ashley. Congratulations, you are the winner. Email your address for your coupons. There were lots of other great tips...keep them coming.
We are down to the wire on Halloween candy and items. Tell us where you found cheap candy, costumes, and other Halloween items we can't live without. I got my toddlers some cute little simple costumes at Carters 70% off. Click here for a store near you
Where are you saving this week?
We try to save you money on groceries, but how about making money? Better yet! This is one of those complicated Walgreens deals, so pay attention!
Quaker 1-Minute Oats, 18 oz are Buy One, Get One Free this week with the coupon in the Walgreens weekly ad, found at the entrance to the store. Plus, if you spend $10 on Quaker products, you'll get a $5 Register Rewards.
Here's how you do it: Have them ring 4 cartons of Quaker 1 Minute Oats at $3.19 each, make sure the initial total is over $10, no coupons at first. Then hand them the Walgreens BOGO in-ad coupon, which should take off the price of two oatmeals. Then use 2 $1.25/2 coupons from the 8/30 RedPlum insert from your file of Sunday inserts. You spend $3.88 plus tax out of pocket, and get your $5 Register Rewards to spend at Walgreens next trip.
Sometimes there's a problem at Walgreens if you use more coupons than items, so I always get an 'insurance' item that doesn't take coupons, such as milk, or another sale item. This week, 12-pk sodas are 4 for $10, so it's a good time to stock up if you drink Coca-Cola products, A&W, Canadra Dry etc.
Borders has been very generous with coupons in this economy. Here's one for 30% off one item. Sounds like a nice way to spend a few very pleasant hours this weekend.
Anybody read a good book lately? I told you I started Twilight a month ago, so I could understand why my daughter loved the series so much. Ug, it's a kid's book, but I usually finish what I start, so I'm suffering through the last few pages. What are you reading?
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POSTED IN: Coupons (754)Have a look at this list to decide how many Sunday papers you're going to get this week. Get creative getting extra papers. some of you find them in recyclers, some get them from relatives or neighbors, some at the dollar store. How do you get extra coupons?
I did so well last week...I think we all did. I stockpiled Marie Callender's Al-Dente Meals to take to work for lunch, BOGO with $1 off 2 coupons, and got 4 free 'Snuggles.' The money I saved on these two items alone would have paid for 8 papers. Now the rest is gravy!!
We learned a valuable lesson this week, don't clip familiar names and toss your leftover coupons, then you'll be disappointed when an item is free and you threw the coupons away. Strategic shoppers shouldn't be brand loyal. You can clip the ones you know you'll use, but file the rest away by date, just in case.
Sunday, there's a coupon for $1 off Sara Lee (cheesecake) bites. Sounds like a good idea for those of us that just want a small taste of something sweet. Has anybody tried them? Are they worth the calories? Also $1 off Kiwi shoeshine products. Have you checked your supply, might need refreshing?
Lots more...click here to see the list. Keep in mind these coupon inserts vary from paper to paper. This list is specific to the Sun Sentinel.
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With travel up north planned, I've been reviewing my sweater situation. I have some, but a few fresh sweaters are always nice.
I try to buy sweaters that could be worn on our one or two cool South Florida days or layered with a jacket up north.
New York & Company has a nice selection, up to 70 percent off in stores and online through Sunday, Oct. 25. Here's a long cardigan for $19.97. -- Marcia "Bargain Hunter" Pounds
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It gets nippy here from time to time... so bring out that leather! But it's also South Florida, so a mini skirt is still appropriate attire.
I discovered this great find at Bebe: A suede leather mini skirt for $39.99. The skirt's zipper runs asymmetrical across for a nice flair. The lined mini comes in dark plum (the color I bought), fuschia, gray and mustard.
I'm a Club Bebe member who gets points for every purchase made. So I had a $10 coupon in my pocket that brought the leather skirt's price down to $29.99. No doubt a hot deal.
Check out your local Bebe store or click here to order the skirt online.
--Erika "Frugal Fashionista" Pesantes
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If you've always wanted to try out Virgin America, now may be your chance.
Virgin America has cut its fares to $99-$100 each way from Fort Lauderdale to several destinations, according to TravelZoo. Service from Fort Lauderdale begins Nov. 18.
The sale is valid for mid-week departures Nov. 18 through March 10, 2010. Book by Oct. 27.
Fly from Fort Lauderdale (each way) for $99-$100 to:
- Las Vegas
- Los Angeles
- Orange County
- San Diego
- San Francisco
- Seattle
The lowest fares are for Tuesday-Thursday and Saturday flights. Friday, Sunday and Monday flights are $20 more each way.
For more information, go to Virgin America or TravelZoo. -- Marcia "Bargain Hunter" Pounds
It's Coupon Chaos time again...you all are so generous, you enter savings tips all over this blog, but it's Tuesday...I promised to announce two winners this week.
Andrea and KCK could win every week, our best savers by far!! But they both won in recent weeks, so I picked some new posters. 'Beetlemania' told us about a Procter & Gamble deal with Publix where you not only saved but earned a nice $40 gift, and Kathy Arma thrilled us by telling us she had caught the coupon bug and saved $108 at Publix. Welcome to both of you..send your addresses for your coupons.
For help finding savings with coupon match-ups, check out CouponMom, DealSeekingMom, MoneySavingMom and Hip2Save for savings scenarios. Where are you saving this week?
Halloween is right around the corner, don't wait until the last minute to get treats for the kiddies. There are lots of candy sales right now, retailers luring us in with those good prices.
Here's a $2 off Nestles printable coupon that can be combined with sales for good deals. Click here to print.
KCK told us about the Nestles sale at CVS, this week Nestles 24-oz bags are 2/$5. Print two coupons, making it only $.50 per bag. They also have an Extra Bucks Promo: Get $5 Extra Bucks when you buy $20 or more of Halloween Candy. Take the flu quiz for a $5 off $25 coupon here, for even bigger savings. Hip2Save has some suggestions for candy savings scenarios at CVS here.
Tell us where you are finding Halloween candy deals. Leave your suggestions in the comments below.
Like Frugal Fashionista Erika, I succumbed to fall fashion and bought a pair of boots this weekend.
But I got a great deal, as usual, from DSW. They have a selection of boots for $49.99.
I bought black ankle boots from Madden Girl with my $10 gift certificate from DSW's rewards program. I combined that with a 30% coupon they mailed me. I walked out with my new boots for a little over $26.
You can join their rewards program as well to receive coupons and everytime you buy, rack up points toward a gift certificate. Get a coupon online right now for $10 off any $49 purchase at DSW. -- Marcia "Bargain Hunter" Pounds
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Every afternoon when the 'sleepies' get me after sitting at the computer all day, I take what's left of my morning coffee, pour it over ice and add a little bottled Starbucks Frappucino. The Frappucino is too sweet straight, but diluted with black coffee it's the pick-me-up I need to finish the day.
I already told you I bought loads of it at a Walgreens sale with the $1 coupon from the paper, expired now. Then I restocked when Kmart did double coupons. I was just about to get panicky as I'm running out, I'm addicted, and I CAN'T pay retail!!!! Thanks to MoneySavingMom, I printed some $1 coupons and am going to head on over to Walgreens where the yummy drink is on sale again for $1.29, making it just $.29 a bottle.
Print here to print from IE (Internet Explorer) or here for Firefox. You can print two from each computer...use your 'back' button.
Do you have a favorite pick-me-up in the afternoon? --Super Saver Kathy
POSTED IN: Coupons (754)We are so lucky to have a Talbots outlet right here in Plantation. If you pop in often enough, you can find some amazing deals there on great basics for your wardrobe. Here's a coupon for an extra 25% off previously reduced and clearance items.
Click here to print coupon and for store locator.
POSTED IN: Coupons (754)I'm back on track with the coupon preview, my wonderful vacation's over. I even added last week's to the list so it will be complete for your reference. There will be over $180 in coupons in Sundays paper. Click here to see the list.
Have a look at the list and help us come up with some savings scenarios. I can predict some free razors using the $2 Bic coupon, we'll watch for those sales, usually at CVS. The $1 Starbucks coupon will help those of us that are hooked on their coffee...watch for sales and use it then to maximize your coupon value.
I like the $1 off a Revlon tools coupon, use two when there's a buy-one-get-one-free sale. What we recommend is to get at least two sets of coupons and file them by the date they ran in the paper, then hold onto them until there is a good sale. Look for suggestions on Shop-O-Matic, both in our posts and in our smart shopping reader's comments.
Happy saving. --Super Saver Kathy
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So, there's French shoe designer Christian Louboutin who criticized Barbie this week for her cankles (the term used for fat ankles). Louboutin, who is designing shoes for the famed doll, said his comment may have been lost in translation.
Then there's Filippa Hamilton, who at 5'10" and 120-lb., said she was fired from Ralph Lauren because she was overweight. Touched-up photos of the 23-year-old's emaciated looking body showing distorted proportions surfaced and were used in a department store in Japan. Her head and hips appeared the same width.
She told the New York Daily News this week: "They fired me because they said I was overweight and I couldn't fit in their clothes anymore," she said. "I think they owe American women an apology, a big apology. I'm very proud of what I look like, and I think a role model should look healthy."
Here are pictures of a healthy-looking Hamilton, and the one used in Japan.
In light of the unfortunate message women are sent to slim down to unhealthy pint sizes, it's time to celebrate curves!
Catherine stores are currently holding a contest in search of a new face for its upcoming campaign. Wanted: plus-sized girls!
It's conducting a real women model search with a prize that includes a two-year modeling contract. Deadline's Nov. 30. To enter the contest click here. Good luck!
--Erika "Frugal Fashionista" Pesantes
From Travelzoo:
JetBlue launched a one-day sale with fares from Fort Lauderdale starting at just $29 each way.POSTED IN: NoneThe sale is good for Monday-Thursday flights, Oct. 22 - Dec. 16. All tickets must be BOOKED BY TONIGHT at 11:59PM MDT.
Sample fares from Fort Lauderdale (each way):
- Nassau, Bahamas ... $29
- Cancun, Mexico ... $49
- New York City ... $59
- San Juan, Puerto Rico ... $59
- Washington, D.C. ... $59
- Austin ... $69
- Long Beach ... $89Flights from West Palm Beach and Fort Myers to New York City are also included in this sale for $59 each way.
JetBlue flights feature leather seating, unlimited snacks and 36 channels of free DirecTV. Plus, the first checked bag is free on all JetBlue flights.
To book directly through JetBlue, click here:
http://www.travelzoo.com/Newsflash.ashx?671805-19910013
Stumped over what to make for upcoming holiday dinners? It's early, but here's a thought: HoneyBaked ham.
The company has a $10 off an 8-lb. or larger HoneyBaked ham through Dec. 31. There's a flurry of holidays between now and then. Claim your coupon here.
For those who are craving the sweet ham earlier, here are offers for $7 off any size Bone-In Half Ham and an $11.99 dinner for two, including 1-lb. of ham or turkey slices, plus a side choice. These offers expire Oct. 31.
Let the festivities begin!
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Sephora's Beauty Insider rewards program is free and comes with great discounts.
Get this package from Lancome, a $68 value, for $32 at Sephora or Sephora stores:
0.5 oz Primordiale Skin Recharge Moisturizer SPF 15, Primordiale Night Skin Recharge
0.28 oz Juicy Tubes Ultra Shiny Lip Gloss
0.07 oz Définicils High Definition Mascara
1.7 fl oz Bi-Facil Double-Action Eye Makeup Remover
Of course, many department stores offer "gifts" like this if you buy an item for a certain price. But one way or another, there's no reason to pay full price! -- Marcia "Bargain Hunter" Pounds
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Mona's Kids and Debbie's Dream have teamed up to help find a cure for stomach cancer! Some of the many things you’ll find at Mona's are: trend-setting clothes and jewelry, adorable infant-wear, hair bows, and more.
From Saturday, October 17th thru Saturday October 24th, customers who mention Debbie's Dream will receive 10% off their entire purchase; in addition, Mona's will donate 10% of sales to this charity that seeks to aggressively find and fund a cure for stomach cancer, which currently has relatively few treatment options.
Mona's is located at 2810 University Drive in Coral Springs, in the shopping center across from Barnes and Noble, between Starbucks and TooJays. There is a second location in Plantation at 220 University Drive, across from the Broward Mall.
About Debbie’s Dream Foundation: In April 2008, Debra Zelman, a 40 year old mother of three, was diagnosed with Stage IV, advanced, incurable stomach cancer. While at the same time dealing with her own medical condition and the challenges presented by chemotherapy, Debbie founded Debbie’s Dream Foundation, Inc. which seeks as its ultimate goal to make the cure for stomach cancer a reality.
POSTED IN: Shopping events (48) Happy Tuesday, and welcome to Coupon Chaos, where we enter our best savings tips to win free coupons from Shop-O-Matic.
My home computer has the 'black screen of death' (what next, seems there's a conspiracy against my blogging) so this will be short. I'm on an old laptop, my fingers are too big for the keys...this is tedious.
For help finding savings with coupon match-ups, check out CouponMom, DealSeekingMom, MoneySavingMom and Hip2Save for savings scenarios. Where do you go for tips?
I will post our two winners later in the day from a real computer. Enter your savings tips in the comments below.
Halloween is less than three weeks away. I know... time zooms by. For those early-birds, K-mart is advertising Halloween costumes 40 percent off now through Saturday, Oct. 17. You may want to beat that rush-- and save a chunk of change.
Other seasonal Halloween specialty stores are also popping up. I visited one at the Pompano Citi Centre on the southwest corner of Copans Road and Federal Highway today. No one's too old to dress up. Maybe I'll celebrate dressed as a bumblebee or cat.
Here's the link to Halloween costumes at K-mart and CheapTweet has done our homework and listed scores of Halloween deals here.
Do you make your own costumes? What money-saving tips do you have for this Halloween season? What are you dressing up as this year?
Happy Haunting!
--Erika "Frugal Fashionista" Pesantes
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Manicures are costly so I try to stretch them out over a couple weeks, with a touch-up. But you need the same color for that. Many salons use OPI nail polish. This weekend, I found a treasure trove of OPI at Trade Secrets at Boynton Beach Mall. Much to my delight, they had one of my favorite colors, Bastille My Heart, a dark red with a hint of purple.
Better yet, buy the polish first ($8.50 at Trade Secret) and take it to your salon. Even cheaper -- do it yourself, but my hand is just not that steady!
How do you stretch your manicures and pedicures? -- Marcia "Bargain Hunter" Pounds
POSTED IN: Shopping Advice (122)If you have time to string your own beads, and make jewelry, then (I'm seriously jealous) then you will probably be going to the Intergalactic Bead Show in Pompano this weekend.
Sat, October 17, 2009 - Sun, October 18, 2009
Emma Lou Olson Civic Center
1801 N.e. 6th St.
Pompano Beach, FL 33060
I, of course, bought all the tools and have a box full of beads, but between working in circulation, blogging, and my eBay habit, there is no time. The nice folks at Intergalactic emailed me a 'FREE' entry coupon for myself and a friend.
We consider our readers friends. I don't know how to post this coupon which is in an email, and all my 'techie' friends are back in the newsroom in Fort Lauderdale, I'm now working in Deerfield, so post a comment below if you are interested, and I'll forward this coupon to you.
POSTED IN: Coupons (754)I'm on vacation.....couldn't figure out how to get the coupons in Naples. Theresa is so efficient, she leaves them on my desk every Tuesday like clockwork. I could envison them there, but I just couldn't read them.
I added the list when I got back for those of you who make your own searchable databases in a word processing program. Click here for list.
--Super Saver Kathy
They line up like soldiers with laminated sheets showing pictures of the latest Coach, Prada and Louis Vuitton designer handbags.
And they whisper the popular designer names as you stroll on by Chinatown's famed Canal Street in New York City. In fact, sellers' pitches come at rapid fire speed and are echoed dozens of times in a span of a block or two. Sometimes they take you into backrooms for the goods.
Women can't help but check out those famous knock-offs. I know I can't. In fact I took home three "designer" purses from my last trip there.
Last week, Coach sued Target for carrying a fake version of its logo-print handbag and now seeks $1 million in compensation. Oops!
Here's a photo of me during the haggling frenzy that ensued during my handbag hunt. It was all a blur, I swear.
Do you have any great steals you found, real good looking fakes or just any local outlets where you find great knock-offs? Do share!
-- Erika "Frugal Fashionista" Pesantes
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You would have thought everything was 90 percent off. No such luck, but great prices as always at Ross Dress for Less' new store at Hillsboro Boulevard and Powerline Road in Deerfield Beach.
The parking lot was packed today and shoppers coming out with two or three bags.
I found a few items of interest such as August Silk matching sleeveless sweater and cardigan for $12.99 and $19.99 respectively. They had several color choices including black, red, orange and purple, but mostly large or extra-large sizes.
The store is bright and large, with racks where you can actually look at the clothing. It's not all crammed in. Either wall is filled with shoes -- women's on one and men's on the other.
The merchandise seemed a mix of new and stuff I've seen in other stores, but that's always the case with discount stores. You have to look for the treasure. So happy hunting. -- Marcia "Bargain Hunter" Pounds
Here's a way to get a dozen eggs free with your next supermarket puchase and help a good cause:
Join America’s egg farmers in a commitment to living more healthfully and giving back to the community. For every pledge made, we will donate one egg to Feeding America – up to one million eggs! That’s in addition to the 12 million eggs donated annually. Pledging is easy. Simply provide your name, email and zip code, and “sign” the pledge by checking the box. That’s it!
Just visit http://www.goodeggproject.org/take-the-pledge
I was perusing the cosmetics section at Target and came across lip plumpers from a few different brands. Ever the skeptic, I thought I'd be tossing my money on lip gloss that claimed to puff up a pretty pout some. I walked away curious still.
Enter Sephora, where scores of makeup abound and you can actually experiment with the products... and I got suckered in. I always do there.
But I didn't mind. I tried the Bare Escentuals Buxom Lips in Charity, a diamond cherry red color that I adored. Maybe my lips did appear more voluminous, I thought, as they tingled from the product.
But it was probably the beautifully bolder color I wasn't used to wearing that probably made my pucker pop. Either way, I was happy with the color and didn't mind much that Angelina Jolie lips weren't in order. But that's probably because I didn't have my heart set on it.
Interested in the $18 Buxom lip plumper? Click here. I'd certainly buy it again. And it's for a good cause: Every purchase of Bare Escentuals' limited-edition Charity Buxom pout plumper helps support Bare Escentuals' donation to the American Heart Association.
Have you tried any other lip plumpers and have they worked for you?
-- Erika "Frugal Fashionista" Pesantes
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So, I got my first pair of fingerless gloves for practical reasons and on sale at Nordstrom for no more than $3 (at an after Christmas sale) last year.
I've got thin blood and it gets cold in the office while I type crime stories and shopping blogs. I need warmth and a glove that allows my fingers to fly on the keyboard.
But, now, the reason is anything but practical. These leather fingerless gloves by Bebe on the left just look chic and edgy with a crystal at the clasp for a softer, feminine flair. They're $39, but they're a cool and fun accessory as we slowly meander into the fall and winter seasons. The ones shown here are in hot pink, but the black pair is oh, so classic.
I'm posting images of a few other ones that could really kick up an outfit a few notches.
The coral elbow length ones I'm donning here (from H&M in NYC) were no more than $6 and warm and fuzzy. They're more cute, less chic.
If you're interested in getting your hands on, and into, a pair of those Bebe gloves, check them out here.
What are your favorite fall accessories?
--Erika "Frugal Fashionista" Pesantes
Yes, agreed South Florida is an anomaly when it comes to seasons, but we can't help but fall in love with fall... and its fashions.
While sandals might be the more practical footwear today, I couldn't help but fall for some boots and other closed-toe beauties from Aerosoles while I was in New York late last month.
There's just one Aerosoles store in the area, in Boca Raton's Mizner Park. But here's a glimpse of what you can also find online- and what caught my eye.
The rich chocolate brown suede boots on the left look comfortable enough for you to prance around town all day. The buckled ankle strap gives it just enough flair. Price tag: $74.25, on sale.
And I fell hard for these plum suede and leather trimmed shoes with tasseled laces on the right. Now, this is a shoe I tried on that is incredibly comfortable. You're walking on clouds. I'm still thinking about these. They will run you $89.
If you're like me, set on getting a pair of eggplant toned shoes this season (cause plum seems to be all the rage), here's a cheaper and South Florida appropriate alternative. Suede heeled sandals for $59.99.
Happy shopping, and to check out more of Aerosole's online sales go here.
We were a Costco family. Until yesterday.
We live very close to a BJs and I was suckered in by the free trial membership. I went in with no intention of actually joining, but a friend told me they sell Pampers at BJs, a brand Costco doesn't carry. As the mother of two kids under two, that's a major drawback.
Anyway, I was going to go buy some Pampers and be done with it. But after a brief sales pitch by the woman in customer service, I was sold. For $45 I got a 14-month membership (with a money back guarantee if I don't like it) plus a $10 credit, lowering the membership fee to $35. 
The woman handed me a plethora of coupons, $5 off Pampers, $3 off Bounty paper towels and on and on.
Here's the bonus: BJs also accepts vendor coupons, something this mother of two babies has plenty of! An hour and $228 later, I was out the door. My total coupon savings? $39.50, exactly the price of a case of Pampers! -- Missy Diaz
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No, they're not selling Girl Scout cookies at your door. The treats are for Fido and Fluffy instead.
Local 4-H Club members are going door to door in Broward and Palm Beach counties selling doggy treats as well as other Best In Show Pet Treats for cats and horses to raise money for the club.
Sales will take place through Oct. 26. The treats sell for $4 per package and 4-H Cub members will also ask customers whether they'd like to donate pet treats to animal rescue organizations across the country, including for military working dogs through SupportOurTroops.org.
To order the treats, Broward County residents are asked to contact Broward County 4-H Foundation President Fred Segal at 954-972-2525 or by e-mail at fsegal@juno.com.
In Palm Beach County, contact the Palm Beach County Extension Office at 561-233-1700 or go to the Florida 4-H web site at florida4h.org
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It's the season when green markets blossom: Delray Beach and Boca Raton will kick off their bounties of fresh produce, baked goods, and gourmet items this month.
Boca Raton's 13th annual GreenMarket will open Saturday with an Italian Fest theme to commemorate Columbus Day and will include local restaurant tastings, kiddie crafts and a concert by Five Boroughs. The market will be set up on the southwest corner of Royal Palm Place at South Federal Highway and South Mizner Boulevard from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The season runs Saturdays through May 8.
For more information on the Boca Raton GreenMarket call 561-368-6875 or 561-239-1536.
The Delray Beach 14th annual GreenMarket begins on Oct. 31 and will celebrate Halloween with trick or treating and apple bobbing. There will be live musical entertainment each Saturday through the end of the season May 15. The market operates from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Delray's GreenMarket has relocated to the first block of Southeast Fourth Avenue, between Atlantic Avenue and Southeast First Street. For more information or to inquire about becoming a vendor, e-mail greenmarket@delraycra.org.
Want to save big? Big Lots is it.
The company opened a new 17,200-square-foot store in Boynton Beach just days ago. Big Lots is located in the Boynton Beach Promenade at 901 N. Congress Ave.
Big Lots items typically sell for 20 to 40 percent less than discount stores and up to 70 percent below traditional retailers, the company claims in a press release.
The new store carries everyday items, including consumables, non-perishable food items, health and beauty aids, toiletries, diapers, cleaning products, small electronics, housewares, home décor, tools, toys, gifts and one-time closeouts.
Click here for a 20 percent coupon off an entire purchase. It's valid through Saturday, Oct. 10.
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I'm supposed to be on the beach near Naples, but my travelin' buddy has adult onset ADD, so I have time to post. I didn't go back to pick a winner from last week, I'll pick two next week to make up, looking at all your wonderful and generous posts. You all are the BEST.
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Hey, it worked for Rooms To Go: Cindy Crawford Style is a new collection of bedding, bath, table linens, furniture and home decor at J.C. Penney's.
This six-piece set of Egyptian cotton towels in Abyss Gre (a pretty light bluegreen color) for $34.99 caught my eye. Lots of other colors available.
Check out Cindy Crawford style online at J.C. Penney.
And it's all on sale, too! -- Marcia "Bargain Hunter" Pounds
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I stocked up on ALL laundry detergent the last time Publix had a BOGO (buy one get one free) sale. There's a $1 off printable coupon for All available again. Click here to print.
You can print two, use the back button. The idea is to print them and hold them for a sale or BOGO to maximize your savings. It'll be on sale again, not to worry, just print and hold it until it is.
--Super Saver Kathy
POSTED IN: Coupons (754)You asked for this one! Another 20% off coupon for the Coach Factory Store valid from 10/6-10/12!! There is a Coach store at Sawgrass Mills, so print this and head on out for your saving pleasure.
Click here for coupon, and here for a store locator. Perhaps Coach is not in your budget right now, but think holidays.....get a steal on a gift for Mom or that special someone.
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Take 25% off any item at Last Call, Neiman Marcus' outlet at the Dolphin Mall in Miami, today until Oct. 4.
Here's the coupon:
Hmmm....wonder if I could find that little black dress I've been looking for at Last Call? -- Marcia "Bargain Hunter" Pounds
YAYYYY!!! Three inserts this weekend, with over $325 in coupons. Another good week for our saving pleasure!!
Click here to see what coupons you will get in the Sunday paper. Remember, if you are learning to shop with coupons, a $.50 cent coupon can save you $.50, but if you wait until that item is a BOGO (buy one get one free) and use 2 coupons, then it's really worth the trouble. You get two items for the price of one, and $1 off the one, to boot.
We're thinking of doing a seminar to teach our readers how to maximize coupon shopping. Let us hear from you if you would be interested. Leave a comment if you would come. And is daytime or evening better for you?
POSTED IN: Coupons (754)This is a great week for sales, one of the best I remember. Double coupons at Kmart, a $5 Walgreens coupon, lots of BOGOS with coupon match ups. I've been busy getting ready for my vacation, leaving in the morning, so I haven't had time to shop, or to find deals for you. I hope you are finding them! Please post what you find here, I'll be checking in.
It's the beginning of the month so Coupons.com has refreshed its stash. Click here to print coupons for Starbucks ice cream, Kelloggs products, Welch's juice and lots more.
Have a good week. Happy shopping! --Super Saver Kathy
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So you've made the eco-friendly move from paper and plastic to a cloth bag. But you're not thrilled with advertising "Publix" or "Whole Foods" as you cart your groceries around town.
Buy a more fashionable bag for groceries, books or gym gear -- the Saxsy Stuff bag. The bags offer a wide bottom, collapsible gusset design allowing the bags to expand, carrying up to 30 lbs.
Made with 100% cotton fabrics, Saxsy Stuff bags collections include: Fall Saxs, City Saxs, Flower Saxs, Bright Saxs and Fruit Saxs. The company also makes Stuff Saxs to store Saxsy Stuff Bags when they're not being used.
Stephanie Heinecken of Old Snowmass, Colo., came up with the idea of offering hip and stylish reusable grocery bags last year. Now they're offered online at Saxsy Stuff Bags -- Marcia "Bargain Hunter" Pounds
Get a 20% coupon off any item at Stein Mart on Friday or Saturday for a donation of clothing to The Salvation Army.
The "Give & Receive" clothing drive is Oct 2-3, at Stein Mart stores collecting clean, gently used garments to help those who might be in need of clothes this winter season.
The last Stein Mart drive for The Salvation Army resulted in nearly 800,000 pieces of clothing being donated.
Limit of 4 coupons per customer while supplies last. Customers can donate as many items as they like. Tax receipts are available for donations.
Seems like a good deal and a good deed. -- Marcia "Bargain Hunter" Pounds
