Bringing loads of Valentine's sugar into a house full of kids is a dangerous combination. And I am ten times worse than my kids. I love the idea of giving books instead. In fact, I have started stocking my gift shelf with high-quality books for a range of ages. It honestly makes giving unexpected gifts a joy instead of a hassle. On this holiday of love, consider giving books you love to the people you love. Elizabeth, an Usborne book consultant, is back with a guest post, featuring some great book suggestions for all ages! Ages 3-5 There’s a Mouse About the House by Richard Fowler My three year old loves this book so much he often sleeps Keep Reading
Valentine’s Day gift idea: Books for all ages (including FLNW reader favorites!)
Albertsons: Cereal for under $1
Albertsons is running a fabulous deal on cereal when you purchase two gallons of milk. There is a weekly ad coupon on the front page of the Albertsons ad making a gallon of milk only $2.29. Anytime cereal can be purchased for under a dollar, it is time to grab a few! General Mills Sale: Buy 2 gallons of milk and pay $1.49 for cereal *See weekly ad for all participating products. Prices listed reflect the savings. Remember, you must purchase 2 gallons of milk with the participating items to get the instant savings. Cheerios (8.9 oz) on sale $1.49 Buy 2 Use B1G1 FREE coupon - direct link $.74 after coupon & sale Multi Grain Cheerios (9 oz) Keep Reading
Dollar Tree: Tips for your next trip
Dollar Tree is the store where EVERYTHING is a dollar. I love this store. My kids think it is great to take a dollar and buy a ninja mask, police officer kit or a bag of those little green army men. I, on the other hand, actually purchase items that won't end up in the Goodwill pile next week! Yet, not everything is a great deal for $1. Here are a few tips to consider when shopping at Dollar Tree. 1. Look for name brand items you can match with a coupon. Barilla Pasta (1 lb) $1 *Oftentimes the Sunday paper gets $1/2 coupons. Softsoap Hand Liquid Soap (8 oz) $1 Use $.35/1 coupon from 1/19 SS insert $.65 after coupon Reach Floss (55 yd) Keep Reading
Walmart Deals for the week of February 7
Here are the best deals for Walmart and Walmart Supercenters. These prices have been confirmed in Portland, Oregon. As with all Walmart deals, prices vary a bit by region. Regular Walmart stores have a limited food section. You must go to a Walmart Supercenter to get many of the grocery, frozen and refrigerated items. Find a full list of Walmart deals, including a printable list feature, here. REFRIGERATED Knudsen’s Greek Sour Cream on sale $2.28 Use $1/1 coupon - direct link (zip 97080) $1.28 after coupon Stonyfield Organic Yogurt (quart) on sale $3.54 Use $.80/1 coupon - direct link $2.74 after coupon Jennie-O Turkey Bacon (12 oz) on Keep Reading
Coffee coupons (Tully’s, Newman’s Organic)
Coffee Coupons Print off these new coffee coupons: $1.50/1 Newman's Own Organic coffee $1.50/1 Tully's coffee Remember, you can typically print two coupons per computer. Find more printable coupons here. Looking for a specific coupon? Search the Frugal Living NW Coupon Database! Keep Reading
One-year subscription to Good Housekeeping Magazine for $4.99 today only (2/7)
Get a one-year subscription to Good Housekeeping Magazine for just $4.99 today only (2/7). Use the code FRUGALNW at checkout and your total will drop from $7.97 to $4.99. Good Housekeeping Magazine is devoted to contemporary women. Articles focus on food, fitness, beauty, and child care using the resources of the Good Housekeeping institute. From human interest stories and social issues to money management and travel, the magazine will encourage positive living for today's woman. You may get up to a three year subscription at this price (new or renewal). This deal will expire at 8:59 pm Pacific tonight. Keep Reading
Safeway: $5 Friday deals for 2/7/14 Luvs, Huggies Wipes, Scott Bath Tissue
Safeway $5 Friday Deals for February 7th Here are this week's best $5 Friday deals at Safeway: Luvs Diapers (jumbo pack) on sale $5 Use $1/1 coupon - direct link or $1/2 coupon from 1/26 P&G insert $4 after coupon & double Huggies Baby Wipes (3 pack) on sale $5 Use $.50/1 coupon from 1/19 SS insert Use Safeway double (-$.50) $4 after coupon & double Freschetta Pizza on sale $5 Buy 2 Use $1.50/2 coupon from 1/12 SS insert (DND) $4.25 each after coupon Nabisco Toasted Chips on sale $1.67 Buy 3 Use $.75/2 coupon from 1/26 SS insert (DND) $1.30 each after coupon Scott Bath Tissue (12 ct) on sale $5 Use $1/1 coupon from 1/12 SS Keep Reading