May 2010

Super HOT Deal on the Provo Craft 8000013 Cricut Expression and YourStory Combination Set… on sale now for over 1/2 off and these get great reviews!! If you have been thinking of one of these … now is your chance! This is an Amazon Deal of the Day…so it will probably sell out quick!!

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My Sunday Share: When my son turned one year old, I started the tradition of hand making his party announcements. I also decided that each year I would bake and decorate a special cake just for him. Since then… I have stayed true to this tradition and handmade both the  Birthday Party invitations and the cakes for both of my kids. Let me tell you… this has led me to some very late night conversations with myself. Conversations like “if you had just bought the cake at Albertson’s then you could be sleeping right now…“.  Every year it gets a little harder to come up with something new and creative, but I actually look forward to the challenge (after I get done arguing with myself as to why I took on the challenge in the first place, that is).

One of my favorite party invitations were the ones that I made for my daughter’s first birthday party … so I thought that I would share those, since she has a July birthday and would also be cute for a 4th of July Party theme….

Firecracker Invitations

There are so easy to make. First of all … you need to find the BIG lifesaver rolls… and then you take off the label leaving only the foil. Create your own label on the computer and print them out and glue them on. The one that I created for my daughters birthday said:

Let’s all celebrate and have some fun…Our little FIRECRACKER is turning ONE! (where/when/etc) Our little girl is short and sweet…so the party will be too. Nothing fancy…just snacks and drinks and hotdogs on the BBQ. RSVP (phone number) … please don’t be a dud.

I poked a hole in the end of the lifesaver tube (down through the middle of the lifesavers) and then just stuck in the fun garland decor (I found this at the dollar store…it was part of party centerpiece. I paid one dollar for it and then took it apart.) I also saw this kind of garland at the Party Supply store. I used a glitter spray to spritz it will glitter… and walla!! Firecracker Invitations!

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*UPDATE: now they have bumped it up to $6.49* Ok…so my son got to play with this toy at a birthday party, and I was expecting to get online and find that it was expensive (I haven’t been able to find it in a store) …. and I got quite a shock when I found the Hot Wheels Racing Timer for only $3.64!! (down from $31.00!!) … you do have to pay shipping of $5.47…but still could be a fun deal if you think this is something that your kids would get use out of.

Here’s how this toy works: The new Hot Wheels Top Time Race System set lets kids create their own race course right in their living room or outdoors.  Electronic victory flags reveal a clear winner, and lights and sounds announce the top time for every race. Requires 3 “AA” batteries, not included.

We take chalk and draw a race track around our driveway and my kiddos love to race their scooters / trikes / etc… so I thought this would be a fun addition to our outdoor fun. The reviews on Amazon are pretty good…although there are only 3 reviews… and I did see a few of these on ebay …but they are about double the price. I am going off of the review from a 5 year old kid (mine!) who thought that this was just the funnest thing ever. I actually bought 2 on Amazon because shipping was only $1.00 more for the second one, and it is a great way to stock up for my Toys for Tots stash…you can’t beat 88% off retail!! Like any Amazon deal…. this could go quick…so hurry if this interests you!

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Today at GraveyardMall.com they have a fun Global Products Double Sided Climbing Wall Ball Pit… on sale for $29.99 (reg. $89.99) … I couldn’t find much to compare this to, but I did find it on Amazon for $63.99 (ships from the same vendor) Product Details:

Cool climbing fun and more! This 2-in-1 heavy-duty vinyl inflatable Climbing wall with recessed footholds and built-in handholds makes climbing easy. The roomy cavern underneath can be used as a nifty and semi-secret Ball Pit!

  • Features a ball pit
  • Has foot and hand holds
  • Great exercise activity toy
  • Maximum weight 50 lbs. per side (total 100 lbs.)
  • Inflated size: 68 in. long x 65 in. wide x 34 in. high
  • Pump not included
  • For ages 3 and over I have ordered A LOT from Graveyard Malland I have yet to be disappointed…they ship when they say that they will ship (and sometimes shipping is slow) … and so far, I have found that they describe their products very well. I have also found that their customer support is very helpful, which is always nice when ordering online.
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    ANOTHER Hot Crocs Deal …

    by Keri Lyn on May 29, 2010

    in free shipping

    Right now at crocs.com they will give you 20% off one item plus free shipping when you use coupon code MEMORIAL20 (case sensitive) at checkout…. this will make for some smokin’ hot deals… one deal that I just spotted are these ABF Single Molded Flip Flops which will be only $15.99 shipped!… and here is what I love about them… they have an arch! I love flip flops…but I have slowly come to realize that I can’t wear that flat ones anymore…they are SO hard on your feet!! …these look so comfy too! Look around…they have some other great finds as well… let us know if you find something good!

    Don’t forget to go through ShopatHome to get 7% cash back (plus a $5 bonus to your ShopatHome account on your first purchase through them!)

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    …just a reminder to get in and print your coupons at Coupons.com …and I wanted to mention a great one for $1.00 off of Scott Naturals Toilet paper… $1.00 off (and it CAN be doubled!) … and you can use this on a package of only 4 rolls, which means that if you pair this with a sale you could get yourself some pretty cheap t.p.!! (especially if you have a store that doubles coupons!!)


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    …right now you can print a coupon for $1.00 off one package of Drumstick Lil’ Drums. If you have a store that doubles coupons … this CAN be doubled… which makes it really REALLY good (mmmmm. mmmmm. good) You will be able to print this coupon twice. Also… just a tip… the first time I went to print it, it told me that it was unavailable and to check back soon… so I just went back and re-clicked and it printed right away that time. So… my point is … dudes…this is ice-cream…don’t give up if it doesn’t print right away!! Thanks FrugalFritzie!

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    *UPDATE: Out of Stock already … hope you got one… I am going to keep my eye on this one to see if it opens back up.

    Right now, you can request a FREE sample of Eye Lift Illuminator from MuradEye Lift Illuminatorinstantly brightens the eye area with an illuminating violet formula that increases firmness by 50% in 15 minutes. Hydrate, depuff and minimize dark circles to rapidly restore a youthful look. (Eye Lift Illuminator sample size is 0.015 FL. OZ. Limit 1 free sample per customer. Available in the U.S. only, while supplies last.)

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    … time for Monday Mailbox.  Except…this week, since Monday is Memorial Day, I am posting this today…Saturday. I will highlight some of the fun goodies that we found in our mailbox this past week…. here is what was in my mailbox recently:Starting in the bottom left hand corner and going clockwise: A FREE Chavrie Cheese coupon, My subscription to Body +Soul (and can I tell you that this is SUCH  deal… you can still get this for around $5.00…I love it!,) My FREE Pantene Samples from Vocal Point (I posted about this freebie on Facebook) , a Copy of Sex in the City 2 Album CD to review and Giveaway, Huggies Coupons from requesting them here (the free sample came earlier…but I keep getting coupons!) , a coupon for a FREE Butterfinger and last, but not least… a FREE Tin of Velamints (this was a Facebook post as well) .

    …and my biggest tip, is that if you want to stay up with all of the hot freebies, then I highly recommend becoming a fan of SheSaved on Facebook as some of the really “quick” ones get posted there (like the free razor). What fun stuff did you get this week?

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    Review and Album Giveaway:

    by Keri Lyn on May 29, 2010

    in She Saved Giveaway

    *UPDATE…and the winner is: Catherine who said: Love is your Color is one I want to hear.

    Congrats Catherine! I have emailed you with details… thanks to everyone for entering…stay tuned for more giveaways… they just keep comin’!!

    …ok, this is going to be a Saturday Night Giveaway (as close to an actual “Girl’s Night Out” as I have been in a looooong time, lol!)  I was recently sent the Sex and the City 2 Album to review and giveaway …. and again, stepping out of my comfort zone a little bit with a music review…but I thought I would give it a shot. AND… I do have to admit, that I also agreed to do this because I heard that this CD had some killer workout music…..and I realized that it has a version of my daughters favorite song from Alvin And The Chipmunks: The Squeakquel (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) on it (Single Ladies)…so, well …here we go:

    I haven’t seen either of the movies, but I did go into this knowing that it would probably be fun party type music, but wasn’t quite sure what to expect. (and…if you have heard me talk at all about how hip I am … well … um… I’m NOT. so….with that said… I will do my best!)  Artists on this album include Alicia Keys, DIDO, Liza Minnelli, Jennifer Hudson, Cyndi Lauper, and more.   There are some really great tunes on this CD… and definitely some great ones to dance and/or work out to.  As for Single Ladies (sung by Liza Minnelli) … sorry Liza, I personally, would have to say that the Chipettes did it better (my 2.5 year old agrees.) Overall it is a pretty great mix of fun music …including a neat version of “I am Woman” that is actually sung by the 4 main characters/actresses in this movie, and it is done really well. There is a version of Cynid Lauper singing a vintage tune from my days “True Colors”. Overall… a really fun mix of upbeat music. NOT something that I would normally purchase… but I’ll pop it in now and then!!

    Now for the fun part!! I am pleased to announce that one of my lucky readers will win a copy of this CD …! Here’s all you have to do to enter…you have THREE chances at entries:

    1) Leave a comment telling me what you think your favorite song on this album would be (you can get a preview here)

    2) Become a Fan of SheSaved on Facebook (if you are already a fan… thanks! You get a second entry as well!)

    3) Subscribe to my daily email (if you already subscribe… thanks! You get a third entry as well!)

    This giveaway will end TONIGHT at 10pm mnt time (no sooner, but sometime later…if you can still comment, then you can still win) I will use random.org to select one winner.

    *disclaimer: I was NOT paid for this review, however I did receive a copy of this album from One2One Network for review.

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