Money Saving Mom is doing a series right now called 31 days to Earn Extra Cash before Christmas.
It's got some great ideas, a lot of which I already do (Amazon trade-in, online surveys, Jingit). Check it out if you're looking for some ways to earn a little extra cash before Christmas, or just all year long.
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Sunday, October 14, 2012
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Homemade Christmas Goodies
Homemade Christmas 2012
About mid
summer I start asking the kids what they're planning on making for their
extended family for Christmas. Because handmade takes planning and time we need
to start early. To help us out I wanted to create a list of handmade gifts that
we can begin working on early so that December doesn't get here and we have to
rush to get the gifts made.
As I was making my list, I thought others might enjoy using it. And then I thought maybe there's some really cool gifts that I don't even know exist and they wouldn't be on my list. ( I started to panic) Then I started thinking about the people who are kind of hard to make handmade gifts for, you know, like men. And the people, like children, who want to give handmades but have limited ability. Yes, this is how I think...complete spider webbing and overwhelming.
So after all that thinking, I decided it would be nice to do a link up of handmade items that would be good for gift giving. So for the next several Thursdays I'll have a link up for handmade items that would be good for gift giving.
{the rules}
Each week will have a different category. I'm going to list the categories now so that you can begin thinking about what posts you already have that would fit those categories. Also, if you're making something in one of these categories you can know when that link up will be. Now, I'm not going to be checking to see if every post is in that category. Because, honestly, some handmades don't fit into nice, neat categories. (Also, I don't really have time for that.) But just know that the category will be listed in the post title so if it's the men's category week and you post a tutu tutorial it probably won't get very many hits.
Next week I'll have a button that you can use to link back to my site or post on your blog or facebook page. You'll need a link back to actually post. So you can use the button or just the url of my blog post or just www.schneiderpeeps.com
The linky for each post will be open for at least through Thanksgiving. So go ahead and check back on the previous categories each week because someone might have posted just what you've been looking for.
I'm sure it goes without saying, but I'm going to say it anyway, all the link ups have to be of handmade stuff. Not necessarily made by you and they don't have to be tutorials but please don't post something like "a tin filled with bakery bought cookies." Yes, I know someone handmade them but that's really not what this list is about.
{the categories and dates}
October 4th - grandparents, aunts & uncles (gifts for children to make)
October 11th - children (to receive)
October 18th - women specific
October 25th - men specific (I can't wait to see all of these)
November 1st - edibles
November 8th - home and garden
November 15th - re purposed or recycled
Now remember, this will only be totally awesome if you participate and encourage your friends to participate. So feel free to pin this, or post it on facebook or on your blog, or tweet about it...
As I was making my list, I thought others might enjoy using it. And then I thought maybe there's some really cool gifts that I don't even know exist and they wouldn't be on my list. ( I started to panic) Then I started thinking about the people who are kind of hard to make handmade gifts for, you know, like men. And the people, like children, who want to give handmades but have limited ability. Yes, this is how I think...complete spider webbing and overwhelming.
So after all that thinking, I decided it would be nice to do a link up of handmade items that would be good for gift giving. So for the next several Thursdays I'll have a link up for handmade items that would be good for gift giving.
{the rules}
Each week will have a different category. I'm going to list the categories now so that you can begin thinking about what posts you already have that would fit those categories. Also, if you're making something in one of these categories you can know when that link up will be. Now, I'm not going to be checking to see if every post is in that category. Because, honestly, some handmades don't fit into nice, neat categories. (Also, I don't really have time for that.) But just know that the category will be listed in the post title so if it's the men's category week and you post a tutu tutorial it probably won't get very many hits.
Next week I'll have a button that you can use to link back to my site or post on your blog or facebook page. You'll need a link back to actually post. So you can use the button or just the url of my blog post or just www.schneiderpeeps.com
The linky for each post will be open for at least through Thanksgiving. So go ahead and check back on the previous categories each week because someone might have posted just what you've been looking for.
I'm sure it goes without saying, but I'm going to say it anyway, all the link ups have to be of handmade stuff. Not necessarily made by you and they don't have to be tutorials but please don't post something like "a tin filled with bakery bought cookies." Yes, I know someone handmade them but that's really not what this list is about.
{the categories and dates}
October 4th - grandparents, aunts & uncles (gifts for children to make)
October 11th - children (to receive)
October 18th - women specific
October 25th - men specific (I can't wait to see all of these)
November 1st - edibles
November 8th - home and garden
November 15th - re purposed or recycled
Now remember, this will only be totally awesome if you participate and encourage your friends to participate. So feel free to pin this, or post it on facebook or on your blog, or tweet about it...
Monday, October 1, 2012
Travel Crayons
It's ALL Good in Mommyhood has the cutest idea for travel crayons. Ziplock bags and the boxes crayons come in tear so easily. She used an old Rainbow Sprinkles container for the crayons to use at restaurants, waiting rooms, the car, etc.
Super Cute...I'm saving the next 2 containers I have so the girls can each have their own.
Super Cute...I'm saving the next 2 containers I have so the girls can each have their own.
Friday, September 28, 2012
Disney World Tips
Here is another interesting tip from Couponing To Disney that I personally never would have thought of. We are planning on driving (19 hours YUK!) to save money, so we will be taking our on water in the truck. But, if you are planning a trip somewhere, especially Disney what a wonderful idea.
Bottles of water are expensive at Disney World. You can expect to pay around $2.50 per bottle in the parks! If your family of 4 all want a bottle of water, that is going to run you $10!
But not to worry! You can actually have cases of water shipped to your resort before you arrive. It will be waiting on you at luggage services.
Here are a few places you can order water from:
Your first and last name
c/o Your resort
Hold for guest arrival on: 00/00/00
Resort Address
City, State, Zip
To find your resort’s mailing address, just Google Resort Name + Address (example: Pop Century address).
Disney World is the Most Magical Place On Earth. Be sure to learn how to make the most of your trip by reading the Disney World Training series. You can also browse all the articles I have written in an easy to use outline. And if you are ready to book your trip, be sure to read about the perks of using an authorized Disney vacation planner (plus it’s FREE!).
Disney World Tip: Save Money By Shipping Water To Resort
Bottles of water are expensive at Disney World. You can expect to pay around $2.50 per bottle in the parks! If your family of 4 all want a bottle of water, that is going to run you $10!
But not to worry! You can actually have cases of water shipped to your resort before you arrive. It will be waiting on you at luggage services.
Here are a few places you can order water from:
- Amazon
- Costco – Delivery for the water is around $8.
- Staples
- Garden Grocer
- Walmart.com
Your first and last name
c/o Your resort
Hold for guest arrival on: 00/00/00
Resort Address
City, State, Zip
To find your resort’s mailing address, just Google Resort Name + Address (example: Pop Century address).
Disney World is the Most Magical Place On Earth. Be sure to learn how to make the most of your trip by reading the Disney World Training series. You can also browse all the articles I have written in an easy to use outline. And if you are ready to book your trip, be sure to read about the perks of using an authorized Disney vacation planner (plus it’s FREE!).
Glow in the Dark Pillowcases
Ducks in a Row's Laurel is a busy mom of four, but she always has cute little crafts, especially for kids. These Glow in the Dark Pillowcases are to die for.
Go to her site here for a tutorial.
Go to her site here for a tutorial.
Money Saving Queen: Freebie Friday
I love free stuff. If you have the time during the day and follow some of the money-saving sites there are tons of free stuff you can get in your mailbox. Here are the freebies from Money Saving Queen for the week.
Happy Friday! Grab these awesome freebies before they are gone!
Giveaways
Freebie Friday Giveaway: Andy B's $100 Gift Certificate
Freebies
Benefit Brow Bar: Free Brow Wax On Your Birthday
Free Museum Day Admission on 9/29
Free 20x20 Family Portrait At PictureMe Portrait Studio
FREE Classroom Supplies for Teachers
Free Home Depot Kids Workshop: Build a Fire Truck 10/6
Free Greeting Card from Santa
Free Redbox Rental for iPhone & Android Users
Staples: Free Ream of Paper after Printable Coupons
Free Redbox Rental for iPhone & Android Users
Read more: http://moneysavingqueen.com/September-2012/Freebie-Friday-Free-Samples-Deals-Coupons-9-28/#ixzz27ljp8MLe
Freebie Friday: Free Samples, Deals & Coupons 9/28
Posted: 09/28/12 6:00 AM (Modified: 09/28/12 6:00 AM)
Giveaways
Freebie Friday Giveaway: Andy B's $100 Gift Certificate
Freebies
Benefit Brow Bar: Free Brow Wax On Your Birthday
Free Museum Day Admission on 9/29
Free 20x20 Family Portrait At PictureMe Portrait Studio
FREE Classroom Supplies for Teachers
Free Home Depot Kids Workshop: Build a Fire Truck 10/6
Free Greeting Card from Santa
Free Redbox Rental for iPhone & Android Users
Staples: Free Ream of Paper after Printable Coupons
Free Redbox Rental for iPhone & Android Users
Enjoy the freebies!
{Related Posts}
Walmart Coupon Policy Change September 2012Read more: http://moneysavingqueen.com/September-2012/Freebie-Friday-Free-Samples-Deals-Coupons-9-28/#ixzz27ljp8MLe
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Homeschool Sites
A lot of the sites I regularly read are homeschool parents, thus they have great information if you do or are thinking about homeschooling. We personally don't, it's not for our family. But, I do find some of the curriculum ideas helpful on the days my littlest one isn't at school. Here's a list of some of my favorite blogs that are also homeschoolers.
* Good Girl Gone Glad
* Money Saving Mom
* August Fields
* Confessions Of A Homeschooler
* Pioneer Woman
* Spritti Bee
* Good Girl Gone Glad
* Money Saving Mom
* August Fields
* Confessions Of A Homeschooler
* Pioneer Woman
* Spritti Bee
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