Faith, Home, & Family
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Going to college is very expensive. While, so far, none of my children have opted to attend college, I have nieces and nephews in college. Even if they receive scholarships and grants, most students have to work while attending college. Since their time and money is limited, renting books online can make a huge difference for them.
I’ve talked about how great Lovable Labels are in past posts, Lovable Labels 2011 and Lovable Labels 2012. I still use my labels, and so do my kids. They last a very long time on surfaces. I’ve had the same label on my water bottle for 2 years, even through daily use and repeated washings. We’ve used labels on water bottles, toys, books, items for summer camp, and more.
I just got word that Lovable Labels is celebrating their 10th anniversary! To celebrate, they are offering 10 days of deals, including 50% of their most popular items.
The sale runs from October 10th through October 19th. Lovable Labels will also be launching new products during this sale.
In addition to helping you and your kids organize and keep track of everything, personalized labels make great gifts. This sale is a great to start your Christmas shopping. What kid wouldn’t love their own labels?
To find out more information about this sale, check out the daily deal of the day, at the ‘gift tree’ .
You can also sign up for the Lovable Labels newsletter to get their daily offers delivered right to your inbox.
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There are many books being offered for points. From current fiction, to inspirational titles, to children’s books, to Bibles. The more you participate in the program, the more points you’ll acquire, and the more free books you’ll get! I’ve been a member for a few months, and have enough points for a free book. I haven’t been very active, but I plan on stepping up my activity so I can earn more points.
You will also receive points for referring friends to the program. There is no limit to the amount of points you can earn, and your points never expire! Such an easy way to earn books for yourself or for gifts.
If you love books, you’ll love Tyndale Rewards. Simply register at Tyndale Rewards and start earning points today!
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DaySpring is having a big after Christmas sale!
50-75% off all Christmas items!
Since I am still running behind, I haven’t purchased the kids new Christmas ornaments for this year. I saw several on sale at DaySpring that I really like. Now to decide which ones to get!
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Top 5 Back-to-School Deals for This Weekend (August 3-5, 2012)
Crystal Paine, The Money Saving Mom, thought you might be interested in these great weekend deals.
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 Kid’s Jeans for $9 Shipped From Old Navy: Old Navy has all their Kid’s Famous Jeans on sale for $10through August 15, 2012. This sale is both in-store and online. If you are planning on purchasing multiple pairs, you can sign up for Old Navy emails to get a $10 off $50 coupon. Plus, shipping is free on orders over $50. So you could potentially get five pairs of jeans for just $9 shipped each. Kid’s Jeans for as Low as $8 Shipped from The Children’s Place: The Children’s Place is offering free shipping on all denim orders, no minimum. Plus, you can use coupon code E6H76QDP82 to get an additional 20% off your order. They have jeans priced at $10, making them just $8 per pair shipped after this coupon code. Crayola Crayons for $0.25 at Toys “R” Us: Through Saturday (August 5, 2012), Toys “R” Us has Crayola Crayons on sale 4 for $1. You must purchase in quantities of 4 to get this price. You can price-match at Walmart, if that’s more convenient for you. These make a fantastic addition to Operation Christmas Child boxes. Backpacks for $0.01 After MaxPerks Rewards at Office Max: Use your MaxPerks card to purchase a backpack or messenger bag from OfficMax and you’ll get 100% back in MaxPerks Rewards minus $0.01. For example, if you purchase a backpack for $39.99 out of pocket, you’ll $39.98 back in MaxPerks Bonus Rewards via an email coupon within 90 days. You can use this email coupon like a gift card to purchase anything at Office Max. This offer is good through Saturday, August 4, 2012. Get In Free Weekend at Sam’s Club: Non-members can stop by Sam’s Club this weekend (August 3-5, 2012) for their Get In Free Weekend. Non-members are able to enjoy the same prices as members during this special weekend, no coupon is required. Sam’s Club often has great deals on bulk office and school supplies, as well as bargains on electronics.
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We really try to keep our electric bill down to a dull roar during the winter months. We have found our windows to be a great source of lost heat. So we’ve covered our windows with plastic. You can get the clear kind that you use a blow dryer on to tighten the plastic up. When your looking through the window, you can’t eve tell the plastic is there. really.
I had wanted insulated drapes for quite a few years, but I thought they were too expensive. Well, this year, I really started looking around at them.
I found these Energy Efficient Curtain Panels (not an affiliate link) at Walmart.com for under $15. When I bought mine in October, they were only $11. a panel for the size I needed. I picked the Khaki color. I actually bought the curtain rod in the picture, too.
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I decided to try them first before a more expensive curtain, and before ordering some place else on line. Just because it’s easier to return something to our local Walmart store, then shipping it back and waiting for a credit.
There are also many energy efficient curtains
You know what? I loved them! They are nothing fancy, but they get the job done. When the curtains are closed, I can stick my had between the curtain and the window and feel cold air trapped back there by the curtain. They really do work!
All that cold air kept out of the room translates to being able to keep the thermostat set lower, which means a lower electric bill! In the summer, blocking out the sun helps keep the house cooler, and your electric bill lower, too.
Yes, you can find fancier insulated drapes. But if your looking to lower your electric bill without breaking your piggy bank to buy new drapes, these curtains will do very nicely.
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Crystal Paine is a wife, mom of three, author of The Money Saving Mom®’s Budget. Visit her blog,