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June 2010

Publix, 6/30-7/6

by Nicole on June 30, 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:

Chinet Napkins, Extra Large Dinner Or All Occasion, 40 or 90 ct pkg, On Sale for BOGO Free at $2.15
$.75/1 Chinet Napkins coupon from the 3/28/10 SS insert
$1/1 Chinet printable coupon
Final Cost:  $.08 each

Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce, Assorted Varieties, 18 oz Bottle, On Sale for BOGO Free at $2.35
$1/2 Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce coupon from the 5/23/10 SS insert
Final Cost:  $.68 each

Mueller’s Pasta, Assorted Varieties, 12 or 16 oz box or 100% All Natural Whole Wheat Pasta, 13.25 oz box (Excluding Lasagna, Jumbo Shells, and Noodles), On Sale for BOGO Free at $1.29
$1/2 Mueller’s Whole Wheat Rotini or Your Favorite Mueller’s Pasta coupon from the Plan on Pasta 2010 Calendar
Final Cost:  $.15 each

Breakstone’s Sour Cream Regular, Reduced Fat or Fat Free, 16 oz cup, On Sale for BOGO Free at $1.59
$1.00 wyb two (2) of the following Kraft products: Kraft Singles, Kraft Natural Cheese, Kraft Parmesan Cheese, Philly Cream Cheese or Breakstone’s Sour Cream (any varieties) Tearpad
$.55/1 Breaskstone 16 oz printable coupon
Final Cost:  as low as $.25 each

Yoplait Fiber One Yogurt, Assorted Varieties, 4-pk, 4-oz cup, On Sale for BOGO Free at $2.50
$.50/1 Yoplait Fiber One Yogurt Multipacks coupon from the 6/20/10 SS insert
$1/1; $.50/1 Yoplait Fiber One Yogurt Multipacks coupon from the 5/16/10 SS insert
$.50/1 Yoplait Fiber One printable coupon
$1/1 Fiber One printable coupon
Final Cost:  as low as $.25 each

Reynold’s Wrap Aluminum Foil, Heavy Duty: Regular or Non-Stick Relaease or Quality, 12 inch wide, 35 to 75 sq ft box, On Sale for BOGO Free at $4.15
$.75/1; $1.25/1 Reynolds Wrap Foil non-stick coupon from the 6/20/10 SS insert
$1/1 Reynolds Wrap Aluminum Foil coupon from the Signature Family Recipes book
$1/1; $1.25/1 Reynolds printable coupon
Final Cost:  as low as $.83 each

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Name of Product: Summer Fashions and Fun from TJ Maxx and Marshalls

Price of Product: prices vary but are rock bottom!

Where can the product be purchased: in TJ Maxx and Marshalls stores nationwide

Description of Product:Here are a few swimsuit ideas that are perfect for the beach or poolside…Bold & Bright – Stand out at the beach and grab a suit that flaunts that tan in yellow, turquoise or even black and white. Patterns & Prints – Looking to add curves to a petite frame? Opt for a suit with a bold print in a fun pattern like paisley, tie dye or a mosaic. Tribal prints have also made a huge comeback for this summer and can spice up any swimwear attire. Embellishments –This year’s swimwear is all about the bling! Make sure to flaunt one of these new trends: jewels at the neckline, ombre fabric dyeing, ruched sides, buckles and grommet details. The New One-Piece – The one-piece is back with updates that you won’t be able to resist! Look for suits with one shoulder straps and hardware to add an edge to your poolside attire. Monokinis are also a huge favorite this year. This sexy one piece allows fashionistas to show a little skin without exposing it all. A swim look is never complete without the right cover-up, sunglasses, hat, carry-all bag, towel and sun-protection! For the Boardwalk cover up with a colorful, strapless sundress, a solid romper or cargo shorts and a tissue tee. Try a long, patterned tunic for a chic on-and off the beach look. Keep feet sand-free with a pair of flat, gladiator sandals with stone embellishments. Carry beach gear in an oversized straw bag with ribbon detailing or a cross-body messenger bag. Stay sun protected with a pair of aviators or Jackie O style sunglasses, a wide brimmed straw hat in a variety of colors and details or try a lightweight fedora or boater style hat”.”

Review of Product:I had a blast shopping at TJ Maxx with my giftcard! I was able to score everything in the photo above for $50! That was a nice bathing suit, a tank top, a bright colored V-neck tee, and the cute jewelry box for my dresser.  The bathing suit is name brand and is a nice fitting one piece.  The tank and tee are also both name brand (one I normally shop at in the mall!) and were a fraction of what they would be in the store.  These aren’t last seasons duds, either.  The colors are bold and bright and perfect for summer! The jewelry box was something I had been looking for for a while and was happy to find.  It’s on the small side but has so much room to store jewelry.  Plus, it’s warm and adorable and looks nice on my dresser.

I received a $50 giftcard to go shopping at TJ maxx and/or Marshalls  but my opinions remain my own.

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Crocs for $8.99 Shipped

by Nicole on June 30, 2010

There is a great deal onCrocs that expires tonight at midnight so act quickly!

There are many styles marked down and now you can stack a 10% off code in addition to these codes.  The girls Mary Jane above is just $9.99 when you use code GMARYJANE999 and when you stack it with code CROSLITE10 your total will be $8.99 and shipping is FREE.  You’ll even get a FREE Jibbitz.

Here are thesales prices - remember to stack the codes to maximize savings:

CODE                                    Original Price   Coupon Price     Shoe
SCUTES1499                         29.99                     14.99                           Unisex- Scute
MARYJANE1499                24.99                     14.99                           Womens- Mary Jane
GMARYJANE999               19.99                      9.99                             Girls- Mary Jane
MELBOURNE1999             39.99                       19.99                         Unisex- Melbourne Flip
OLIVIA1499                         29.99                     14.99                          Womens- Olivia
MALINDI1499                    29.99                     14.99                           Womens- Malindi
GABBY999                           24.99                      9.99                             Girls- Gabby
PREPAIR1499                     34.99                     14.99                           Unisex- Entire Prepair Collection- Slide, Clog and Flip
SCCLOG1999                      44.99                     19.99                            Mens- Santa Cruz Clog
LADY1499                            29.99                     14.99                         Womens- Lady
CLEO1499                            29.99                     14.99                          Womens- Cleo
RELIEF1499                          39.99                     14.99                        Unisex- Relief
WAVE999                            19.99                     9.99                              Kids Unisex- Wave
PRIMA999                           24.99                     9.99                             Womens- Prima

If you are looking at a style not listed above, you could use code SUMMERLUV20 to get 20% off plus FREE shipping through 6/30.

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HOT Ulta Deal – $10 off $10 Scenario

by Nicole on June 29, 2010

Update:  It looks like this coupon code is now expired! That was fast!

This is a great deal.  I am sure these products will soon be out of stock so you’ll want to act quickly!

There is a hot coupon code out there to get $10 off $10 at Ulta.com.  Combine that with the 6% cash back you’ll get for shopping throughEbates and the sweet sales Ulta is having right now and you have a GREAT DEAL!

Here’s a scenario:

  • Join or log into your Ebates account
  • Type in Ulta into the search box
  • Click on the Ulta search result and it’ll take you to the Ulta homepage
  • Select 4 Ulta anti-bacterial hand soaps or foaming hand soaps (currently BOGO at $5 each)
  • Choose your 3 FREE samples that come with your order
  • Use coupon code EBATESJUNE10 at checkout and it will take $10 off
  • You’ll only pay shipping of $5.95 and get 4 soaps and 3 FREE samples!
  • PLUS you’ll get 6% cash back for shopping through Ebates OR a $5 sign up bonus if you’re new to Ebates

Other items that are pretty cheap and would make a good deal are the Ulta shower gels also at Buy 1 Get 1 FREE and some of the other Ulta collection products.  There are some awesome deals on the site to combine with the $10 off $10 code and you get FREE samples with every order!

Thanks, Saving with Amy!

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Perfumes Review & Giveaway

by Nicole on June 29, 2010

Name of Product: Elizabeth Arden Licensed Perfumes (With Love…Hillary Duff, Hillary Duff’s Wrapped with Love, Circus fantasy Britney Spears, Forever Mariah Carey, and Badgley Mischka Couture)

Price of Product: With Love…Hillary Duff starts at $24.00, Hillary Duff’s Wrapped with Love starts at $38.00, Circus fantasy Britney Spears starts at $35.00, Forever Mariah Carey starts at $28.00, and Badgley Mischka Couture starts at $42.00

Where can the product be purchased: online from Amazon and other websites and retailers nationwide

Description of Product: “Wrapped with Love is an opulent floral with a hint of sweet sophistication.  With Love – exotic fruits add an intriguing sparkle to the rich woods and sultry ambers of this effervescent oriental fragrance.  Circus by Britney Spears – luscious fruits, tempting florals and creamy musks capture the magical atmosphere of the show with a colorful illusion of fun, sexiness, and glamour.  Mariah Carey’s Forever is an opulent floral that opens with a unique burst of fresh watery nuances instantly drawing you in.  A rich floral heart emerges to reveal a luxurious aura of Tuberose and Gardenia.  Badgley Mischka Couture is a floriental woodsy scent.  A luxurious blend of rich, sensual fruits joined with exquisite feminine florals and seductive musks.”

Review of Product: Although I don’t always wear make up I do usually wear perfume.  Not sure why that is but I was happy to try these 5 perfumes that the folks over at Elizabeth Arden licensed fragrances sent over.  I am a pretty picky perfume user.  I always tell other people they smell good and I do like the way the perfume smells on them but when I buy it and try it, it doesn’t smell the same on me! That being said, I am not a fan of floral perfumes.  A few of these perfumes were mostly floral and just because they weren’t my thing doesn’t mean they aren’t your thing – that I know! Anyway, my favorites were the Badgley Mischka couture and the Hillary Duff Wrapped with Love.  The Hillary Duff Wrapped with Love had some sweet smelling notes to it, the vanillas and chocolate that comfort me so much! The Badgley Mischka Couture was super sophisticated.

Giveaway: The folks over at Elizabeth Arden licensed fragrances have graciously decided to give five (5) lucky Nicole’s Nickels readers each their own perfume from the kinds listed above.  There will be one winner for each type of perfume in this post.

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 perfume would you most like to try 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 July 5, 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!

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

by Nicole on June 29, 2010

It’s time to pick some winners! I have emailed the following winners who now have 48 hours (until 7 am eastern time on Thursday, July 1, 2010) to respond with the required information.  If not, I pick new winners.  Congrats!

The winner of the Good Earth Dinner Kit Giveaway is Jennifer M.

The winner of the Lolita mug is Evelyn M.

The winner of the Women’s Bean Project Amethyst Necklace is Cathi C.

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Jasmere: The Power of Group Buying

by Nicole on June 29, 2010

Jasmere is a fabulous group buying site that I can’t wait to tell you about.  Unlike some of the group buying sites I have blogged about before, Jasmere has products, not services and the deals are national and not local.

With Jasmere, a price is set and you purchase the product.  Your credit card is not charged until the time for buying the deal has expired and if lots of people buy the deal, the price actually goes down.  The starting prices are rock bottom to begin with!

The current deal on Jasmere that expires in just a few hours is hair care products that retail for $24 and are listed at $9.  A new deal will start in a few hours, so sign up to see what it is!

It’s FREE to sign up for an account at Jasmere and you can sign up to receive a daily email letting you know what that day’s deal is.

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Target Deals, 6/27-7/3

by Nicole on June 28, 2010

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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.

Crystal Light Drink Mix (10 ct), On Sale for $1.97
$1/1 Crystal Light Product printable coupon (IE) or (FF)
Final Cost: $0.97

Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs (16 oz, meat), On Sale for $1.39
Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs (16 oz, beef), On Sale for $2.49
$1/2 Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs printable coupon
$1/2 Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs coupon from the 5/16/2010 SS Insert (exp 7/11/2010)
$1/2 Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs coupon from the 6/20/2010 SS Insert (exp 8/15/2010)
Final Cost: as low as $0.89 each when you buy 2

Edge or Skintimate Shave Gel (7oz), On Sale for $1.79
$0.75/1 Edge Shave Gel coupon from the 6/27/2010 SS Insert (exp 7/25/2010)
$0.75/1 Skintimate Shave Product coupon from the 6/27/2010 SS Insert (exp 7/25/2010)
Final Cost: $1.04

Q-Tips Cotton Swabs, On Sale for $1.89
$1/1Q-Tips Product printable coupon
Final Cost: $0.89

Neutrogena Sunblock (select), On Sale for $7
$2/1 Neutrogena Suncare Product printable coupon
$1/1 Sun Care Product TARGET printable coupon
Final Cost: $4

Destin (2 oz), On Sale for $3
$1/1 Desitin Diaper Rash Product printable coupon
$1/1 Desitin product coupon from the 4/25/2010 SS Insert (exp 7/5/2010)
$1/2 Johnson’s Baby Toiletry or Desitin Item, excludes trial size & Johnson’s buddies TARGET printable Coupon
Final Cost:  $1.50 each when you buy 2

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HP 8″ Smart Wi-Fi Display Review & Giveaway

June 28, 2010

Name of Product: HP 8″ Smart Wi-Fi Display Review & Giveaway Price of Product: $149.95 Where can the product be purchased: online from Amazon and other websites and retailers nationwide Description of Product: “The HP 8″ Smart Wi-Fi Display is an easy to use wireless digital picture frame that allows users to browse through photo [...]

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Best Deal Magazines, 6/28/2010

June 28, 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: PXSS74 Offer Expires July 4, 2010) $5 OFF $30 (Code: MNDSS74 Offer Expires July 4, 2010) $7.50 OFF $40 (Code: MQQSS74 [...]

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Coupons.com Update, 6/27/10

June 27, 2010

Each Sunday I am going to bring you the updated list of printable coupons from coupons.com! You can access these coupons by clicking here. Some of them are not available in all zip codes. You can print two (2) of each coupon by hitting the back button on your browser. Printing the coupons by clicking [...]

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Dollar General Deals, 6/27/10-7/5/10

June 27, 2010

I am so excited to bring you the Dollar General Deals for the week of 6/27/10.  Dollar General now accepts printable coupons and you can find their coupon policy online.  I suggest printing a copy of it and bringing it with you to the store. These deals are valid from 6/27 until 7/5. Van Camp’s [...]

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CVS, 6/27-7/3

June 27, 2010

Charlene from My Frugal Adventures 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. Charlene’s highlights are first then my scenario follows. Betty Crocker [...]

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Walgreens, 6/27-7/3

June 27, 2010

Charlene from My Frugal Adventures 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. Dentyne or Dentyne Pure [...]

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Rite-Aid, 6/27-7/3

June 27, 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 [...]

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Star Magazine Subscription – 17 Cents an Issue

June 26, 2010

I love celebrity gossip magazines and I’m sure I’m not the only one out there! Right now you can get a 1 year subscription to Star Magazine (that’s 52 issues) for just $.17 per issue! This deal is offered through Tanga.  When you click this link the price will show as $78.00(!) but when you [...]

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Harvey’s, 6/23-6/29

June 26, 2010

Sarah at Fiddledeedee Mom has this week’s best deals at Harvey’s.  I’m highlighting a few below but you’ll want to check out her full post for the rest of the deals! Don’t have a Harvey’s near you? No problem, just check The Frugal Map to find a blogger that covers a store in your area! [...]

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Albertsons, 6/23-6/29

June 26, 2010

I’m excited to introduce you to Mark from Frugal Floridian! Mark does Albertsons match-ups for stores in Florida.  Remember there are Albertsons stores all over the country but the Albertsons stores in Florida have their own ad.  I am thrilled to get these great match-ups to use at the Albertsons in my town! I’m highlighting [...]

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A Few Shortcuts Weekly Meal Deal: One Trip for Multiple Meals

June 26, 2010

This week Amanda brings you another great budget meal based on the grocery store sales. This week’s meal features making multiple meals from one trip. Amanda is discussing dishes she has previously featured.  She goes over all the different meals you can make when you buy a large cut or quantity of meat! Each week [...]

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Sunday Coupon Preview, 6/27/2010

June 26, 2010

The Sunday Coupon Preview has all of your information on coupon inserts in tomorrow’s paper. Tomorrow there will be two (2) inserts – 1 Smartsource (SS) and 1 Red Plum (RP). There are some great high-value coupons this weekend!

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