how good does your buck look?

sometimes we all need a treat, here are my favorite little luxuries for around a $1

no.1: diet pepsi
no.2: NYC nailpolish
no.3: lindor truffles
no.4: up & up (target) baby bath
no.5: orbit gum

what are your little treats?

cereal = free night at the movies

In general, I'm not a fan of cereal. But I do LOVE Reese's Puffs, and today I found them even sweeter, they're SO sweet I have to share.


You see, General Mills has a promotion on at the moment, buy 2 boxes of specially marked cereal and receive a FREE movie ticket...and to make this even more dreamy, there are two coupons to make it an even better deal.
Here's how it works: Buy two boxes (specially marked) of General Mills cereal at around $2.50 a box. Use the target coupon from here (or in the store) for a $1 off, then use a couple of Manufacture coupons from here, to make the final price around $3 for 2 boxes of cereal and a FREE movie ticket.

Even if you cann't be bothered with coupons, it's still a sweet deal.

I'm off to enjoy Where the Wild Things Are...Nighti Night!

freebie

The past couple of days I've been addicted to looking for good deals online. Yesterday I found this great new product, the eso sphere. It's not only 95% organic, but also very cute, and here's the best part...they're giving them away for free! Click here for link.

back to school

I always go back to school shopping, even though I'm not in school, nor do I have kids, but I can't resist brand spanking new Crayola crayons for only 25 cents! Another highlight is buying new notebooks, this year's pick is especially adorable and green, these little babies are from greenroom, and are made with 70% recyled paper.

sale time

One of my favorite stores to visit is Restoration Hardware. The prices can be a bit outrageous, but you get all the inspiration you want for free!
Once in a while, I find something lovely and in my price range. Right now they are having a fantastic sale, meaning 50% or more on many items.

ITALIAN 600 SATEEN BEDDING: originally $59 - $389

now $19.99 - $184.99

BRITISH CANE HUTCH orginally $1495 now $599

See aren't these great deals? Plus you can save an additional 10% on previously marked down items good through August 3, 2009 by using the code RHCTD79.

Writing this post has felt a bit like a commercial, but anyone who knows me knows how much I LOVE a good bargain. Recently, (from the suggestion of Jess) I have been thinking about posting more about money saving tips, and great bargains around town and nationally, or perhaps even doing a separate blog about it all. Please leave a comment if you would be interested in reading such things. Thanks!

target...yet another reason

Last week I purchased these sandals from target for a whopping $17, and been rocking them ever since.

bargins

There's great bargins this time of year, so it's a great time to stock up on birthday gifts or get a big jump start for next Christmas.


1. Gap Dress $14.99 here
2. Victoria Secret Slipers $2.99 here
3. Pottery Barn Kids Cardigan$14.99 here
4. Restoration Hardware Games $15.49 here
5. Restoration Hardware Baby Booties $14.99 here

two thumbs up

Don't you just love a heartwarming movie on a Friday night? I just finished watching "Henry Poole Is Here", another redbox bargain. it was simply lovely. It made me want to make a movie, tell a story, or just get to know a neighbor. Here's to unique, inspiring 'PG' films!

my favorite

decorating the house for christmas is always something i look forward too. because i like to change colours and themes each year, i need lots of decorations at my fingertips. i buy the majority of my decorations in the new year, deals like 90% off send me into a frenzy. However, every year i do buy a few special decorations before the sales. i bought this one chrismas 2006 and it's still my favorite. hope you are all enjoying you're festive homes too.

zippo

black friday was a utter disappointment for me this year. i had envisioned mega sales everywhere, but instead i found large crowds and little actually on sale. however, my craving for a deal was fulfilled when i remembered a coupon i had stashed in my purse, i got this long time admired lighter for free. i went to bed happy!

new addition

I'm addicted to bargains. I love the rush and natural high of knowing I've gotten a great deal. This weekend is only half over and I've been purchasing deals left and right, (I figure spending is very unselfish, since I'm really just trying to help the economy!). My favorite purchase is this, our new bed. We've been bed shopping since we've been married...and now we've found the perfect fit. Originally listed at $1399.00 we got it for $325...thank you Downeast!