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Labor Day Blow Out Sale: $1.99 and Up, Free Shipping!

Labor Day Weekend shopping – deals and coupon codes… This is one of the best weekends of the year to shop. Retailers need to push out the stock of summer clothes and gear that they have left. They’ve gotta move the rest of their back-to-school gear. And they’re already rolling out sweet savings on their new fall and winter lines too. To help you make the most of it all, I’ll be sharing TONS of my fave sales, deals, coupon codes, and rewards sites to match ’em with, all weekend long. Enjoy….

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Labor Day Blow Out Sale: Starting at $1.99 – Plus Free Shipping!

OhmyHECK – how adorable is this stuff? Seriously, it was hard to pick just a couple of pieces to show you guys – the selection of  Labor Day sale kids clothes on Zulily right now is amazing. Super cute, super discounts – plus free shipping on all orders over $50 bucks. This winter set – it’s called “Velvet Chic – Black Tier Puffer Jacket & Beanie” – and comes in toddler and girls sizes – It comes with the coat and the fun hat, and it’s only $15! The regular price on this bad boy is $68 bucks. Amazing. There are also major deals in every single other category on the site – maternity, moms fashions and accessories, baby gear, boys clothes, home decor … And my other favorite, toys and games!

labor day sale toys and books

Labor Day Sale on Kids Toys & Books

You’ll find prices starting at $1.99, with brands like Crayola, Lego, Star Wars, Mega Bloks, Leap Frog – and so many more. Plus – Every time you share these deals with one of your friends, {because friends don’t let friends pay full price, right?} – you can earn $20 bucks when they order! Sweet.

What real moms are saying about Zulily…

  • “I couldn’t be happier with the stuff I buy from zulily. So I’m off to shop some more now.” – Maggie
  • “Blown away by zulily’s service. Absolutely amazing!” – Bethany
  • “Trendy designer brands at prices that fit into the budget of real moms – Love it!” – Me 

 

What are you waiting for? The biggest discounted items are already starting to sell out – Hurry and shop Zulily today

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Labor Day Sales: Extra 20% off Coupon Code at Plum District!

Labor day shopping coupon codes… There are some seriously sweet deals this weekend. Everyone needs to push out the last of those summer clothes, and mark down the end of their back-to-school gear. So all weekend I’ll be bringing you the best deals, coupon codes, and rewards sites to partner with them – so you can stock up at amazing deals on stuff your family needs….

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Labor Day Weekend Deals on Plum District

My fave deal on Plum District this weekend is – $21 for a Variety of Adorable Backpacks from blabla – a $42 Value. They have  seriously cute designs, love it. There are also deals on photo books, alphabet wall art, and canvas prints, plus other really fun picks for the whole family. And – if you use Plum District coupon code LaborDay2012 at check out, you’ll save an ADDITIONAL 20% off any of their already half off prices {excluding Plum Steals} – which is totally rockin’, right? Also – with Plum District, you earn $5 in Plum Credit to spend on their site each time a friend you refer makes a purchase. The selection is so much fun, it’s super easy to refer people to shop.

What are you waiting for? Shop and save an extra 20% off at Plum District today!

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The Best Owl Accessories for Fall

I’m OWL-ways drawn to owl decor and accessories…. It’s true. I love owls. In real life, I find owls to be a totally intriguing bird – very mysterious, almost kind of magical. Maybe this comes from my absolute love of the movie Labyrinth when I was a little girl – and that crazy-impressive white owl. Whatever it is… I’ve become a big collector of owl accessories – both for myself, and the home. So I loooove that it’s become a trend, especially going into fall. If you’re an owl junkie too, check out a few fave finds for the fall season….

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“Hoo” loves owl accessories for fall?

These are all picks from the amazing selection at World Market for fall – And there are a ton more too. I’m such a fan of the slightly funky, totally gorgeous, and super affordable selection at World Market. We don’t have a store locally, so I do a lot of online shopping with them… I love finds that help me bring my personality into my home, and World Market definitely has the quirky finds that do just that – without sacrificing style and functionality. Great stuff. Want to know more about these fab finds? {FYI: Keep reading to the bottom of the page – click through the link, and save an extra 10% off your whole purchase. Sah-weeeeet.} Just search “Owls” on the site, and you’ll find all of these amazing gadgets and a TON more…

  • Owl Measuring Cups: These great pieces look cool on your counter top, but are functional too – they come apart to be used as measuring cups! Check out the pics on the site to see how they work.
  • Owl Coin Purses: Aren’t these super cute? What a fun way to organize the little odds and ends in your purse – You could use them for so much more than just change. Buy a few, and use one for hair pins and bands, one for mints or gum, one for coins.
  • Owlet Timers: These little mini owls can be swirled around to help you time your baked goods this fall. They’re made of steel for durability, have a bright plastic case that’s easy to clean, and non-stick rubber feet to stay put. Love these lil’ gadgets.
  • Owl Cakelet Pan: Speaking of baking… Why not bake up some cookies, cakes, or quick breads in this non-stick owl pan? I totally want this to make pumpkin bread gifts for the neighbors – so fun. Dishwasher safe too – bonus!
  • Owl Felt Bag: How cute is this, right? This little felt bag is the perfect packaging for those pumpkin bread owl cakes I’m planning to bake – but it would also work perfect for any holiday or birthday. It’s great because since it’s felt, it’s totally reusable. You could even use this for a little ones Trick or Treat bag.
  • Owl Candle Set: This comes in a set of two – unscented wax, and the ceramic owl is reusable later, as a vase or pencil holder, or refill with a tea light. Great gift idea.

What do you think – good stuf, right? All totally unique accessories to brighten up your home for fall, and all at ridiculously affordable prices. Stock up on a few of these for last-minute gift giving needs, or just to make your own home a little more fun.

Want to shop World Market? Save 10% off your online order! Promo Code: TENOFFA31!

Love World Market?

Then take a minute to connect with them on your favorite social media sites – they’re always creating cool new content to share. And, by following them you’ll be the first to get upates on new products and promotions:

Are you an owl lover too? Share some comment love… Let me know what your fave owl gear is – Earrings? Necklace? Wall art? I love hearing from you guys – and I’d love to know that I’m not the only owl junkie out there!

{This shop is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group™, but all my opinions are my own. Collage content was created by me, and was not influenced by brand. I love owls. That is all….}

 

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Why This is the Best Way to Spend 2 Minutes Today…

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Save money, get cool gear and experiences – and give back to your community!

I’ve told you guys before about my fave deal site – Sharing Spree. If you’re not already set up with a sweet account over there, the post will take you through the super easy peasy steps to getting started. {Takes less than 2 minutes. Best 2 minutes you’ll spend all day – guaranteed!} At the time I wrote that post a couple of months ago, Sharing Spree had raised $311,665 for local charities in cities across the country… That’s now up to $346,249 raised for non-profits!! How amazing is that? A bunch of moms, saving money by buying these awesome family-friendly local deals, using their purchasing power to help others in need. That’s rock star stuff right there ladies. Love it.

What will you find on Sharing Spree?

Well, you’ll find super sweet deals on stuff moms and kids love – Like today’s Spree here in the Seattle area:

$14 for 4 Drop-In Bounce Sessions at Kidz Bounce in Issaquah ($28 Value)

Not in Seattle? Well, there are amazing deals all over the country too – In Birmingham, you’ll find a Spree for One Microdermabrasion Treatment and also get the Renew & Refresh Cleanse with Soothing Serum Masque Treatment at Little Flower Day Spa. It’s just $39! (Regularly $80). In Nashville you’ll find a Spree from Skincare by Shannon. For $34, you’ll receive the Ultimate Relaxing and Rejuvenating Facial treatment ($85 value). Or, one of my FAVE Sprees going on now : Look under Portland’s deals to find a Spree to pay just $7.50 for a Zoo Animal Lunch Bag from Bella Sweet Boutique ($15.00 value), plus a matching backpack deal too. And it is ah-doooooor-able. For real. Check it out, and grab one today!

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So – what are you waiting for?

Sign up for a free Sharing Spree account today – earn credits for sharing deals with your friends and family {and save up those credits to do some totally free Christmas shopping in a few months!} – and know that every single purchase you make is helping to give back to others in need! If you have ANY questions on how this works – leave me a comment here, or email me at sunshineandsippycups@gmail.com. And if you’re a blogger in the PNW who’d love to learn more about spreading the word about this awesome group, email me too!

Love free stuff? Then Join here for Free Family Fun Passes and More!


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How Buying Your Daughter a New Dress Can Help Others….

“You’re never too little to make a big difference.” – Who’s Little… I love having a little girl. I’ve always loved princesses, and sparkles, and frills and bows and polka dots… Yes, my name is Meagan, and I’m a girly girl. I would spend hours playing dress up with my dolls when I was little, and I always longed for a sister. But no – I was stuck with, er, I mean blessed with 3 brothers instead. When I found out that I was expecting, I hoped for a girl, but honestly – I was sure it would be a boy. I grew up with all brothers, and mostly boy cousins. All of my friends had boys. Even our dog had all boy puppies. I was starting to wonder if babies even still came in girl? The day that I found out that the baby I’d seen waving at me on the ultrasound screen was a GIRL, that was priceless. And even better, I got lucky and have a little girl who loves sparkles and ruffles just as much as I do. And that is even more priceless. So – now knowing that background, you’ll understand why I am so totally in love with this new clothing line that I’ve just discovered, called Who’s Little? Check it out…

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About Who’s Little?

“Picture a little girl twirling in a new dress, and you’ll come to fully understand the phrase, “You’re only young once.” The twirls – which are usually accompanied by giggles and smiles (and possibly a dance step or two) – mark a fleeting moment in every young girls life. While putting on an outfit holds a certain charm no matter your age, nothing quite measures up to the joy found in the full skirts, bright colors, and girly details of our memories.” – That lovely line of thinking is what led the founder to create Who’s Little? – a line that she describes as “unapologetically sweet,” that works to capture that sweet youthful innocence and joy before kids grow up into teens and beyond. The line is separated into three size and style runs – 0-24 months, 2-6, and 7-10 years old, and I love that all of the cute fashions are totally age appropriate. {Unlike some of the stuff I’ve seen marketed towards kids lately.} Since capturing those sweet moments with Abby is the most important thing in the world to me, this company is total perfection for us.

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“In every gardener there is a child who believes in The Seed Fairy.” – Robert Brault

Abby and I love to spend the day out in the garden. When she’s out there helping me dig, and plant, and tend to the flowers and the new veggie plants, she needs clothes that are comfy and cool. So – how excited was I when I received this super cute little jumper from Who’s Little?? It’s a lightweight cotton so she stays cool, it’s loose and easy to move in – but the details and fabric make it simply as cute as can be. I wish it came in my size :) It’s just one easy piece that pulls on and ties at the neck, and has two fun little pockets on each side that are trimmed in a contrasting fabric. Abby LOVED picking flowers to put in her pockets. So sweet.

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“You can bury a lot of troubles digging in the dirt.” – Author Unknown

While Abby and I absolutely loved this sweet little summer jumper for the style and comfort – there are more reasons to fall in love with Who’s Little? – The One Girl, One Dress Project helps give back to girls in need with every dress purchased from their site. I am such a huge fan of this type of giving – as she mentions, it’s similar to what Tom’s shoes does… Each pair of Tom’s shoes purchased means a donation of a second pair to someone who needs it. This helps people feel more involved and connected to charitable causes, which I love. And… Yes, donating a dress to a child living in poverty isn’t going to solve all of her problems. But as a little girl who grew up extremely poor, I know what it’s like to get the bare minimum to get by, and not often get luxuries. A beautiful dress can make any of us feel transformed, and it’s a pretty special thing for a little girl who seldom gets something new like that. So when you shop for fun fashions for your own little girl, you can smile knowing that you’re bringing happiness to another little girl too.

Who's Little Fashions

Connect with Who’s Little? Today

You can find Who’s Little online – check out the great behind-the-scenes video of their Holiday 2012 photo shoot. Then follow them on their fab social media accounts too, to stay updated on new products and promotions – Facebook, on
Twitter @whoslittle, and on Pinterest too.

For more little girl’s fashion ideas, check out my Little Fashionista board on Pinterest!

{Disclaimer: I received a complimentary jumper from Who’s Little? to evaluate and share with you. Only the best products we check out are shared here with you. All opinions here are my own – I love this brand, and know you will too!}

 

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How to Navigate Store Spending Traps During Back to School

Marketing is all around us – especially during back to school shopping time... While some campaigns are shamelessly direct, others are much more subtle, barely noticeable to the naked eye. At the supermarket, these obvious tactics and secret tricks perfectly synchronize to make most shoppers defenseless against excess spending. Here we reveal the popular traps most grocery stores set to catch the green in your wallet.

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Want some extra ammunition for big savings when shopping?

Then watch my blog each week for the best new online coupon codes and printable coupons from CouponCabin.com! I’m one of the Coupon Cabin bloggers, so I get the inside scoop every single morning on the very best new savings – so that I can pass them on to your before they expire! {Did you see me at the Coupon Cabin booth with Kate Gosselin last week? Awesomesauce.} If you’ve missed the recent codes I’ve posted, here are a few good ones I’m lovin’ right now for back to school shopping:

So – enjoy some sweet savings on your back to school shopping today – and earn sweet rewards from Coupon Cabin too! And, if you’re savings lover, check out my other absolute fave finds for BIG back to school savings too:

Scott’s Shared Values: Super simple sign up, right on my blog – no hoops, no spam, no hassle. As soon as you sign up, you can login to get a free family fun pass for your own city. Usually things like this are only available in the big cities here, like Seattle or Portland. But I was able to print off passes to our local Skating Rink – the kids are super excited. Tons of other benefits too once you do the free sign up. Love it.

Amazon Clickable Coupons: I haven’t seen a this HUGE of an amount of coupons on Amazon in a long time. You can save hundreds of dollars right now with these!! There are direct links to over 60 new coupons, for everything from diapers to school supplies to kitchen gadgets and snacks. You just click the coupon to click it, and all of those discounts will come off your total at check out. Easy peasy.

 

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Hundreds of Dollars in Amazon Savings with Huge Fall Coupon List

To help you transition from summer to fall, and into the new back to school routines – Amazon.com is offering a HUGE selection of online coupons to use on the everyday essentials that you want to stock up on, as well as some super cool new gadgets and gear. And, if you combine these coupons with other Amazon savings tools like Amazon Mom, Amazon Prime, or Subscribe and Save – this is a seriously sweet time to do some shopping for fall. Many of these products are already on sale, and you can use the coupon right on top of that sale price – plus get the free shipping! Be sure to read each page to see any expiration dates, exclusions, and all that good stuff. Add items to your cart, and they’ll all get taken off of your total at check out. Love it, right?

Office and School Supply Coupons

  1. Save $2.00 on the Vaultz Locking Pencil Box – Ruby Bling Skull {This is seriously cool.}
  2. Save .25 on Zebra #2 Mechanical Pencil 10 Pack.25 on Zebra #2 Mechanical Pencil.25 on Zebra #2 Mechanical Pencil 0.7mm, Yellow, 10 Pack (51351) {Look retro like a classic pencil – but they’re mechanical. Fun.}
  3. Save $8.00 on Edutige EIM-001 i-Microphone Voice Recorder
  4. Save $2.00 on Zebra’s Sarasa Gel Retractable Pens, 10 Pack
  5. Save $1.00 on Scotch Magic Tape Desk Dispensers {Love the pink high heel dispenser!}
  6. $2.50 Off Select Organizers and File Boxes
  7. 20% off Five Star Notebooks
  8. 1.50 OFF ONE Duracell Rechargeable Batteries or ONE Duracell Charger
  9. Save $2.00 off Post-it Super Sticky Notes
  10. Save $2.00 off Zebra’s Zazzle Brights Liquid Ink

Make-Up & Beauty Product Coupons

  1. $5.00 OFF ONE Olay ProX or Olay Regenerist Facial Moisturizer
  2. $2.00 OFF ONE Clairol Product
  3. $1.00 OFF ONE CoverGirl Product
  4. $1.00 OFF ONE CoverGirl Face Product
  5. $3.00 OFF TWO CoverGirl Products
  6. $3.00 OFF ONE Nice N Easy Color Blend Foam Product
  7. $3.00 OFF TWO Herbal Essence OR Aussie Products
  8. $3.00 OFF ONE Olay Total Effects Facial Moisturizer or Facial Hair Removal
  9. $3.00 OFF TWO Pantene Products
  10. $3.00 OFF ONE Natural Instincts Product OR ONE Nice N’ Easy Non Permanent Product
  11. $5.00 OFF TWO CoverGirl LashBlast Mascaras
  12. $2.00 OFF ONE Clairol Nice N Easy OR Natural Instincts Product

Personal Care and Health Product Digital Coupons

  1. $4.00 OFF ONE Gillette Fusion ProGlide Razor
  2. $0.75 OFF ONE Crest Toothpaste 4.0oz or more or liquid gel
  3. $1.50 OFF TWO Always Pads or Feminine Cleansing Cloths
  4. $2.00 OFF ONE Secret Clinical Strength
  5. $1.00 OFF ONE Prilosec OTC product
  6. $1.00 OFF ONE Gillette Fusion ProSeries Skin Care Item or Gillette Fusion ProGlide Shave Prep
  7. $0.50 OFF ONE Oral-B Stages, Crest Pro-Health Stages or Crest Kids Toothpaste
  8. $0.75 OFF ONE Oral-B Glide Floss 35m or larger or ONE Oral-B Glide Floss Picks
  9. $2.00 OFF ONE ZzzQuill Product
  10. $4.00 OFF ONE Venus Refillable Razor
  11. $1.00 OFF ONE Oral-B Adult Battery Toothbrush or 3D White Action Rechargeable Toothbrush
  12. $1.00 OFF ONE Crest Rinse

Baby & Toddler Essentials – Online Coupons

  1. Save $2.00 on Goodnites Underwear {Spiderman or Tinkerbell designs included too!}
  2. Save $2.00 on Huggies Overnites Diapers
  3. $0.50 OFF ONE Pampers Wipes 60ct or higher
  4. $1.50 OFF ONE Pampers Box of Diampers or Pants
  5. Save $36.00 on the Graco Dynamo Lite Travel System, Adaline

Laundry and Cleaning Supplies Coupons

  1. Save $1.00 Off ONE Gain Detergent, Gain Fabric Softener, or Cheer product
  2. Gain with Freshlock Liquid Detergent
  3. $0.75 OFF ONE Tide Detergent or Downy
  4. Save $0.50 OFF ONE Era
  5. $2.00 OFF ONE Tide boost
  6. $0.50 OFF ONE Dawn Dishwashing Soap {Try the green apple. It rocks.}
  7. $1.00 OFF ONE Swiffer Dusters 6 ct or Dry Cloths
  8. $1.50 OFF ONE Duracell Rechargeable Batteries or ONE Duracell Charger or ONE 6-pack or larger of Duracell Hearing Aid Batteries
  9. $0.50 OFF ONE Febreze Fabric Refresher Product {My fave is Thai Dragon Fruit. So fresh!}
  10. $0.25 OFF THREE Puffs Singles or one 3 pack or larger
  11. $0.50 OFF ONE Mr. Clean Liquid, Spray, or Eraser {Magic Eraser is the most amazing thing I’ve ever found. Cleans crayons off walls easy peasy.}
  12. Save $5.00 off Swiffer WetJet Spray, Mop Floor Cleaner Starter Kit

Food and Kitchen Gear Online Coupons

  1. $2.50 off any ONE (1) Lipton® Cup-a-Soup product
  2. Save 25% on all Rice Krispies {Boxes, individual cups, and snack bars.}
  3. Save 25% on Keebler Cookies and Snacks
  4. Save 5.00 off on Jamie Oliver Nonstick Hard Anodized Thermo-Spot Heat Indicator 10-Piece Cookware Set, Black5.00 off on Jamie OliverNonstick Hard Anodized Thermo-Spot Heat Indicator 10-Piece Cookware Set, Black5.00 off on Jamie Oliver by T-fal C942SA64 Nonstick Hard Anodized Thermo-Spot Heat Indicator 10-Piece Cookware Set, Black5.00 off on Jamie Oliver by T-fal C942SA64 Nonstick Hard Anodized Thermo-Spot Heat Indicator 10-Piece Cookware Set, Black5.Jamie Oliver by T-fal C942SA64 Nonstick Hard Anodized Thermo-Spot Heat Indicator 10-Piece Cookware Set, Black
  5. $2.00 off French Roast Coffee 5-Pound Bags
  6. Save a bonus $25.00 off Sale Price on Emeril by T-fal TG8000002 X-Large Griller with Two Independent Temperature Controls Removable Nonstick Die-Cast Aluminum Grill Plates, Silver
  7. Save 25% off on Pop-Tarts
  8. $1.00 off any ONE (1) Skippy® Peanut Butter product

Whew!! That’s a ton of sweet savings! Most of these codes expire at the end of August or September, but you’ll have to check individual items to be sure. Stock up your cart – make sure to sign up for Amazon Mom too if you haven’t done so already! – and if it’s an item you’ll use regularly, set up the Subscribe & Save option for even more dollars off. This is SO much easier than running around to a bunch of stores to find the best deals – save gas, save time, and save your sanity by just ordering online with Amazon.

Want to shop for FREE on Amazon?

I mean, these coupons and deals are pretty darn sweet. But free is always even better, right? I do almost all of our household shopping on Amazon to take advantage of the low prices, shipping that’s fast and free, and the huge amounts of free Amazon credit that I stock up on each month. My fave way to earn FREE Amazon bucks?

Swagbucks – Earn free Amazon credit, PayPal cash, and more! Get rewarded when you surf the web, shop, print coupons, and other online activities you’re doing already. Why not earn free stuff while you’re at it?

Amazon Local Deals
One last way to save big with Amazon – check out the new AmazonLocal! Huge discounts of up to 90% on restaurants, attractions and theme parks, services, and shopping – right in your own hometown!

Enjoy the savings – and Be sure to Tweet and Share this post with your friends too!

 

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