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Earn Money Writing Articles

by nicolesnickels on March 11, 2010

I have been hearing great things about Examiner.com and I wanted to share it with you as a way to earn some extra money. You sign up for FREE with Examiner.com and then write about one of the topics they need an article for. There are many topics listed and you get paid for what you write!

So if you’re a good writer with some time on your hands, Examiner.com seems to be a great place for you to earn some extra money. Please let me know if you sign up and are accepted and end up getting paid for an article you write!

Thanks, Free Sample Freak!

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2010 Entertainment Book – 50% Off with Free Shipping

by nicolesnickels on March 10, 2010

You can get the 2010 Entertainment Book at 50% off PLUS FREE shipping! This is a great deal and makes most books around $17.50. If you’ve never had an Entertainment Book, they are books that are full of coupons for everything you can imagine – from amusement parks to fast food to retail stores. You can very easily save amounts much higher than the price of the book in one outing!

The books are good for at least six (6) more months and in that time you can use the coupons pretty much every day. I find this book pays for itself MANY times throughout the year and 50% off and the FREE shipping is too good of a deal to pass up.

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Publix, 3/10-3/16

by nicolesnickels on March 10, 2010

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Michelle at I Heart Publix is your girl for all things Publix! I’m posting the highlights (IMHO) but definitely check out her full match-up post and her Super Deals.

Don’t have a Publix near you? No big deal – just head over to The Grocery Gathering at Be Centsable to find the match-ups for the stores near you.

Here are Publix’s best deals this week:

Eight O’ Clock Coffee, Assorted Varieties, 11 to 12 oz bag (Excluding Decaf) , On Sale for BOGO $4.99
$.75/1 Eight O’Clock Coffee coupon from the February 2010 issue of All You Magazine
$2/2 Eight O’Clock Coffee printable coupon
Final Cost: as low as $1.50 per bag

Kellogg’s Special K Cereal, Assorted Varieties, 11.4 to 14 oz or Low Fat Granola, 19.5 oz box, On Sale for BOGO $3.99
Two Free 6oz cups of Dannon Light & Fit nonfat yogurt wyb Kellogg’s Special K Low Fat Granola Cereal Tearpad
$1/1 Low Fat Granola printable coupon
Final Cost: $1.99 for 2 boxes of cereal and 2 yogurt cups

Ken’s Steak House Dressing or Lite Accents, Assorted Varieties, 7 or 16 oz bot (Excluding 8 oz Salad Dressing), On Sale for BOGO $3.29
$1/1; $1/2 Ken’s 16 oz. Dressing or Lite Accents coupon from the 3/7/10 SS insert
Final Cost: as low as $.65 per bottle

Ragu Pasta Sauce, Traditional: With Meat or Regular; or Chunky Gardenstyle: Garlic & Onions, Green Pepper & Mushrooms, or Super Mushroom, 45 oz jar, On Sale for BOGO $3.35
$1/2 Ragu Pasta Sauces – Multiply your Meals & Savings
$1/2 Ragu printable coupon
Final Cost: $.68 per jar

Barilla Pasta, Assorted Varieties, 9 to 16 oz box (Excluding Barilla Plus), On Sale for BOGO $1.99
$.55/1; $1/2 Barilla Piccolini, Any One Package coupon from the 3/7/10 SS insert
$.55/1; $1/2 Barilla Whole Grain pasta coupon from the 3/7/10 SS insert
Final Cost: as low as $.45 each

Yoplait Yo-Plus Yogurt, Assorted Varieties, 4 pk, 4 oz cup, On Sale for BOGO $2.50
$1/1 Yoplait YoPlus Or YoPlus Light Yogurt, Any 4-Pack (Void In LA, NV, & ND) coupon from the 2/7/10 SS insert
$1/1 Yoplait printable coupon
$1/1 Yoplait printable coupon
Final Cost: $.25 per 4 pack

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Dyson DC31 Animal Handheld Vacuum Review

by nicolesnickels on March 10, 2010

Name of Product: Dyson DC31 Animal Handheld Vacuum DC31_Animal

Price of Product: $269.99

Where can the product be purchased: online at Amazon and at retailers nationwide

Description of Product: “Dyson DC31 Animal is a handheld vacuum with a motorized brush bar, designed for homes with pets. Ideal for quick pick-ups and spot cleaning. It also has dual power mode that gives longer run-time for large jobs or extra suction for stubborn dirt. Powered by the new Dyson digital motor – three times faster, the most power efficient. Dyson’s latest handheld is powered by the Dyson digital motor, DDM – the fastest, most power-efficient motor ever developed for a handheld vacuum. Spinning up to 104,000rpm, DDM is five times faster than a Formula 1 race car engine. You get more power, longer. It just works.
Like all Dyson vacuums, DC31 uses patented Root Cyclone™ technology to separate dirt, fine dust and debris from the air. So,
it doesn’t lose suction as proven by the internationally recognized IEC 60312 Cl 2.9 test standard. For tough pet hair, DC31 Animal’s motorized brush bar has been redesigned to swivel for better contact. Even the peskiest animal hair has met its match.”

Review of Product: I have 2 dogs as many of you know and while they are of the “non-shedding” variety, they do lose hair just like you and me! I was looking for a handheld vacuum to pick up the hair that wasn’t easy to vacuum up with a traditional vacuum. I was excited to get this Dyson DC 31! It was ready to use in minutes and I love the 2 year warranty that the product comes with. Long warranties equal good companies to me! The motor is super strong and it sucked up dirt and hair effortlessly. The handheld comes with an extension hose, wide nozzle tool, a stubborn dirt brush, and a soft dusting brush. The attachments are really useful and there wasn’t any place I wasn’t able to clean up with the Dyson. The Dyson DC31 is bagless and comes with a washable filter. This vacuum is expensive but worth the money in my opinion as it is so well-made and comes with that nice warranty. If you have high traffic areas and/or pets, this Dyson DC31 does the job!

I received this product to review at no charge but my opinions remain my own.

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Magazine Deals

by nicolesnickels on March 10, 2010

In addition to the fabulous All You Deal I posted about yesterday, you can get other magazines at deep discounts through the same entertainmentweeklycover2a program! From now through March 15, if you purchase any of the $40 subscriptions offered you will receive a $13 credit back on your method of payment (allow 24 hours for credit to apply), making the cost for 2-5 year subscriptions only $27!!

Here’s a couple of the great deals offered:

Entertainment Weekly : 110 issues
cover price: approx $4.05 per issue
Nicole’s Nickels reader’s price: $0.25 per issue
**Plus this subscription comes with a free cooler tote bag!

Sports Illustrated: 60 issues
cover price: approx $4.59 per issue
Nicole’s Nickels readers price: $.46 per issue
**This title also comes with free cooler tote bag.

Other titles at similar discounts include:
Money (40 monthly issues)
In Style (26 monthly issues)
Parenting School Years (44 monthly issues)
Time (112 weekly issues)
Cooking Light (28 monthly issues)
Real Simple (24 monthly issues)
Southern Living (30 monthly issues)
Many More!If you already get some of these titles, renew your subscription and receive no interruption in delivery! Only customers who purchase through this link will get the $13 credit back on their mthod of payment. Please allow 24 hours for credit to apply, this is a special promotion and credits are applied individually. Customers who would like to pay by check or money order can contact the individuals below to be provided with order forms and mail-in instructions with their $27 payment. Any questions or problems please contact Maura Rijos : mrijos@campusfundraiser.com or Alisha Kilham : akilham@campusfundraiser.com. This promotion is only open to U.S. residents.

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FREE Photo Book from Picaboo

by nicolesnickels on March 9, 2010

Picaboo is offering a FREE photo book for all new customers through March 31 using code AFFLGB. These are very high-quality photo books and you’ll be able to choose between classic, classic leather or classic custom large photo book. I am still in the process of creating mine but am amazed at how much you can customize these books – they are almost like scrapbooks with what you are able to do with them.

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You will need to pay shipping which is $8.99, a great price for a beautiful book of memories for that special someone. This would make a really special Mother’s Day gift at an affordable price. The Picaboo photo tool is something you download onto your computer. I have had it downloaded for over a week now and have had no issues with it. In fact, I am loving how much customization you can give to these photo books – there is even a recipe template where you could create a book of your favorite recipes to give as a shower gift or hostess gift!

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Filene’s Basement Spring Designer Event

by nicolesnickels on March 9, 2010

Happening March 10th – 14th at Filene’s Basement: the fantastic annual Spring Designer Event, offering an exquisite collection of designer clothing at 30-80% off their original department & specialty store prices. Brands featured include Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, Chloé, Armani, Valentino & Michael Kors.

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In advance of the event launch, we are inviting a select group of shoppers to attend our Special Preview Night on March 9th! Be one of the first to shop this amazing selection of designer fashion – and get 10% off with this coupon!

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Rembrandt & Reach Review & Giveaway

by nicolesnickels on March 9, 2010

Name of Product: Rembrandt 2 Hour Whitening Kit, Rembrandt Whitening Strips, and Reach design Toothbrush 31pBoMotvxL__SL500_AA300_

Price of Product: $24.99 for the 2 hour kit, $24.99 for the strips, and $2.99-$3.99 for the toothbrush

Where can the product be purchased: at retailers nationwide

Description of Product: “The 2 hour Whitening Kit contains a proprietary BIO-AVAILABLE® peroxide that starts working immediately on contact. COMFYTRAY™ applicators mold under hot water to form to teeth and make for an easy and comfortable application. The Whitening strips are a once daily treatment applied for 30 minutes that visibly whitens in just five days. Strips conform to the unique shape of teeth and stay in place with enhanced FORMFIT™ Technology. The Reach by design Toothbrush is a new limited edition brush that is perfect to lighten up your bathroom or for your travel kit. Flowers and stripes update the Ultraclean brush for a festive, cheerful smile.”

Review of Product: I was totally enamored with the toothbrush – I love the Reacgh UltraClean and to have it so whimsical with bright hawaiian-like flowers on it was so cute! Why have a boring toothbrush, right? Seriously, though, this was always my favorite toothbrush and now it’s even better! I tried both the 2 hour whitening kit as well as the strips and was happy with the results for both. I suffer from tooth sensitivity and found my teeth to be slightly more sensitive after using the whitening products which they say is possible in the instructions. With the strips, you are supposed to use them for 30 minutes per day for 7 days and the box comes with lower strips and upper strips to use. The 2 hour whitening kit is 20 minutes on and 10 minutes off 4 times for a total of 2 hours. This was good to do on a weekend for me when I have that kind of time and can sit and blog with the trays in my mouth! I did notice my teeth were whiter and for an at home whitener I thought they did a pretty good job.

Giveaway: The folks over at Rembrandt and Reach have graciously offered to give three (3) of my readers their own prize pack each containing Intense Stain toothpaste, Rembrandt Whitening Kit, Rembrandt 2 Hour Kit, and a Reach toothbrush – each an over $50 value!

You will have 7 ways to enter but the first entry is MANDATORY. You MUST fill out the form for EACH entry you are able to make. Just click “refresh” to get the form back after you make each entry.

MANDATORY Entry: Which of the 3 products featured in this giveaway would be most valuable to you and why?
subscribe to my blog (either via email using the box in the left sidebar OR via RSS feed). If you already subscribe fill in the form saying you do. If you subscribe by email you MUST confirm your email and activate the subscription.
follow me on Twitter (http://twitter.com/NicolesNickels) AND tweet about this giveaway.
blog about this giveaway (leave the link in the form)
email 5 people about this giveaway (please cc me on this email – nicolesnickels at gmail dot com and fill out the form saying you sent the email)
grab my button for your site (leave the link to where the button is in the form)
post this giveaway on a linky or forum (and leave the link in the form)

This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only, 18 years old or over, and the winners will be chosen by random.org. This giveaway will be good until March 15, 2010 at 9:00 pm Eastern time and a winner will be announced soon thereafter. If the winner does not respond to my email within 48 hours then I will pick a new winner. Good luck!

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I received the items I reviewed in this post to write this review at no charge. My opinions remain my own.

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Giveaway Winners

March 9, 2010

It’s time to pick some winners! I have emailed the following winners and they have 48 hours (until 7 am on Thursday, March 11) to respond to my email. If they don’t respond within the allotted time, I will choose new winners.
The winner of the $25 Publix giftcard giveaway is Leslie P.
The winner of the [...]

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All You Magazine – $.70 per issue

March 9, 2010

From now through March 12, readers who purchase All You Magazine (40 issues for $40) will receive a $13 credit back on their method of payment (allow 24 hours for credit to apply), making the cost for a 4 year subscription only $27!!
Here’s the deal:
All You : 40 issues
Cover price: approx $2.49 an issue ($99.60 [...]

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Target Deals, 3/7-3/13

March 8, 2010

Marcy from Stretching a Buck has this week’s best deals at Target. I will be posting a few highlights but you’ll want to check out Marcy’s full post for all of the details.
General Mills Cereal (Honey Nut Cheerios, MultiGrain Cheerios, Fiber One (12-17 oz), On Sale for $3
Get a FREE box of General Mills Cereal when [...]

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(seed)+ Personal Care Products Review & Giveaway

March 8, 2010

Name of Product: (seed)+ Personal Care Products: Nourishing Body Lotion, Moisturizing Body Soap & Conditioning Hair Shampoo Bar
Price of Product: $ 19.62 for the body lotion, $19.85 for the soap and $19.85 for the shampoo bar
Where can the product be purchased: online from Amazon and Whole Foods stores
Description of Product: “Powerfully Beneficial, Elegant and Pampering, our All-Natural SEED+ [...]

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Best Deal Magazines, Week of 3/8

March 8, 2010

Here are this week’s hot deals of the day and coupon codes for Best Deal Magazines, my go-to for holiday and birthday gifts!

Here are this week’s coupon codes:
15% Off Most Titles (Code: PXSS314 Offer Expires March 14, 2010)
$5 OFF $30 (Code: MNDSS314 Offer Expires March 14, 2010)
$7.50 OFF $40 (Code: MQQSS314 Offer Expires March 14, [...]

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Coupons.com Update, 3/7

March 7, 2010

Each Sunday I bring you the updated list of printable coupons from coupons.com! You can access these coupons from the blue widget on my left sidebar that has 3 coupons on it or by clicking here. Some of them are not available in all zip codes. You can print two (2) of each coupon by hitting [...]

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CVS, 3/7-3/13

March 7, 2010

Karen at Koupon Karen has this week’s hot CVS deals and match-ups. I’m highlighting a few below but you’ll want to read her full post for the rest of the list!
If you’re new to CVS deals shopping, please read my CVS 101 post.
Karen’s highlights are first then my scenario follows.
Oral B Crossaction Toothbrush, On Sale [...]

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Rite-Aid, 3/7-3/13

March 7, 2010

Corrie from “Cents”able Momma brings you this week’s Rite Aid deals! I don’t have a Rite Aid near me but I know many of you do. I’ll post the highlights here but make sure to read her full post to get all of the deals and match-ups. For information about shopping at Rite Aid read Corrie’s [...]

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Walgreens, 3/7-3/13

March 7, 2010

My friend Karen at Koupon Karen brings you the best of the Walgreens deals and coupon match-ups. I am going to highlight the best (IMHO) below but you’ll want to read her full post for the rest.
For information on how to shop wisely at Walgreens please read my Walgreens 101 post.
I am skipping this week [...]

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New Design!

March 6, 2010

My new design is now up and running. If you read my blog in a reader or via an email subscription, click on over to take a look!
You should recognize the colors but that’s about it! The navigation bar at the top is extensive and there are more categories that should hopefully be more helpful [...]

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A Few Shortcuts Weekly Meal Deal: Salisbury Steak

March 6, 2010

This week Amanda brings you another great budget meal based on the grocery store sales. This week’s meal features Salisbury Steaks. Amanda gives you a shopping list as well as step-by-step instructions complete with pictures to help you create this delicious meal. This meal costs just $2.72 per person with the potatoes and vegetable PLUS [...]

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Under Construction!

March 6, 2010

Please be advised that I am changing the design of the site today. If you access the site and it looks funny or isn’t working properly, it should be fixed soon!
I am excited about the changes and think it will be easier for you to navigate the site. Let me know what you think!

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