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Summer Savings: The best online coupon codes 6/19

Good morning ladies… Happy Monday! I know that many of you are well, not big fans of Monday, lol – so I’m here to brighten it for you just a bit. I’ve put together another round-up of the best new online coupon codes, partnered with the sweet free swag you earn from Coupon Cabin just by doing your shopping with them. Cool new summer gear, at big discounts with these shopping coupons, plus free rewards? Um, can you say “Ch-Ching?” Hope this makes your Monday morning just a little brighter!

“In summer, the song sings itself.” – William Carlos Williams

Sears: From grills to patio accessories, or even fashions for the fam, you’ll get it all here with these great savings. Sears – $15 off $100 using the code HOTSAVINGS . (see all Sears coupons).

Cell Phone Accessories: Get a new waterproof phone cover for summer fun. EverydaySource – 25% off – Cellphone Accessories using the code MES07ACE2012 . (see all EverydaySource coupons).

Home Depot: Update your outdoor living space, and save some bucks! Home Depot – $10 off $100 using the code HDJUNE10 . (see all Home Depot coupons).

Kohls: Check out the sweet deals they have right now on summer entertaining gear – bright serving dishes, fun trays, and clever containers. Kohl’s – 15% off $100 using the code CCABIN15 . (see all Kohl’s coupons).

FTD Floral: Have summer birthdays to celebrate? FTD – 20% off – Birthday Gifts . (see all FTD coupons).

Beauty: This is a super sweet deal – stock up on waterproof mascara, sunscreen, and bronzer! Beauty.com – $10 off $50 & free shipping . (see all Beauty.com coupons).

Angie’s List: If you’ve never used Angie’s List, you’re missing out. It’s an incredibly helpful resource that I use regularly. Angie’s List – 40% off using the code COOL . (see all Angie’s List coupons).

Popcorn Factory: How fun for summer movie nights, right? The Popcorn Factory – 15% off using the code CAMP15 . (see all The Popcorn Factory coupons).

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Friends don’t let friends pay full price – Big summer savings list here today! sunshineandsippycups.com/2012/06/summer… #deals

— SunandSipCups (@SunandSipCups) June 18, 2012

Learn about my great new cash-back sponsor – zuuzs.com!

“Friends don’t let friends pay full price.” – Smart shopper… You guys have heard me talk a lot about zuuzs over the last year. I explained to you how you can earn a steady stream of income by using zuuzs to find and share sweet deals with your friends and family {you don’t have to be a blogger to earn big bucks with this – everyone can join!}. You probably remember the sweet Black Friday and Cyber Monday toy deals I found using awesome coupon codes from zuuzs.com. And I’ve heard from tons of you ladies who are using it and loving it too. So if you aren’t zuuzs-ing yet, you’re missing out!

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You know I do! I’ve been a fan of zuuzs for about a year now – the people who run the site are so great, totally helpful and super smart shoppers. The deals and coupon codes they collect for us each day are super cool, and target the stores, products, and sites that I really want to shop at. I totally recommend giving them a look – you can learn more here – at zuuzs.com.

And…. Big announcement!

You know I’m headed to BlogHer ’12 this year, right? I am incredibly excited about it – even though this is a huge, cross-country trip to a city that makes me feel just a wee bit overwhelmed just to think about. {It’s in NYC, and I’ve never even been to that part of the country!} But I’m pretty darn excited to be a part of the fun and craziness that is BlogHer – plus I get to see my girls Mickey from A Helicopter Mom, and Staci from November Sunflower. We’ll be sharing a room, and hitting a lot of the parties and events together during the weekend. And – great big thank you’s to zuuzs for partnering with us to help get us all to this awesome conference!! It’s a first time for us all, and I’m definitely super grateful to zuuzs for helping us make this a success!

To learn more about zuuzs, and stay connected to learn about new deals, updates on cool features and online tools, or to be the first to know about their HUGE giveaway events – find them on Twitter at @zuuzs, “Like” zuuzs and zuuzStyle on Facebook, link up with them on Google+, or – my favorite – follow zuuzStyle on Pinterest!

Big thanks to zuuzs for helping me make my first trip to BlogHer ’12 this year!

Posted by Meagan Paullin on June 13, 2012 Filed Under: Blogging Events | No Comments

Tie Tech: The Digitwirl Father’s Day Gift Guide

Father’s Day Gift Guide – Need I even say it? Ties are so passé, it’s not even funny. Unless your dad is rooted firmly in the dark ages, chances are he’ll want a little less “tie” and a little more “high tech” this father’s day. A little clueless about what the man wants? No worries— here’s a parade of the latest and greatest dad-friendly gadgets and apps.

Father’s Day Gift Guide for tech lovers

You can view the slideshow over on the Digitwirl site to see ALL of the awesome picks – Father’s Day Gift Guide. But here are a few of my total favorites from their list of super cool gadgets and gear that will be perfectly suited for any dad in your life this Father’s Day. I found great gifts for my brother, my dad, Abby’s daddy, and even grandpa! I call that smart shopping – thanks Digitwirl!

Is it cold in here? Not anymore, thanks to the Nest Learning Thermostat. It’s easy to program, but it’s so much more— it actually learns your habits, and creates your home’s unique thermal profile that helps you save energy. Plus, it’s beautifully designed so that while dad will love it for it’s utter geekiness, full of knobs and buttons that make it intimidating. Is it cold in here? Not anymore, thanks to this sweet gadget.
Grillin’ Guy: If your man has a thing for setting meat on fire, the iGrill Digital Grilling Thermometer will be the way to his heart. This digital probe thermometer tracks the internal temperature of whatever you’ve got cooking and let’s your iPad or iPhone know when it’s cooked to perfection. Now you can mingle with your guests and never worry that you’re dinner’s too raw or charred beyond recognition.
You say Nikki Minaj. He says Nikki Sixx: You say Deadmau5, he says Doobie Brothers. Before you call the whole thing off, get a Spotify Premium Membership. Millions of tracks from all decades, available for streaming on any device. The free version is cool, but premium gets you better sound quality, no ads, and the ability to listen offline.
Capturing Memories: If dad’s idea of a good time involves extreme weather or extreme sports, he’ll want a camera that can keep up with his adventures without getting in the way. He can mount the ContourROAM Hands-free HD Camcorder to his helmet, handlebars or ski tips and then, with the push of a button, capture beautiful HD video from a unique first-person perspective. When he’s done being a daredevil, he can strap it to the stroller and capture your toddler eating ice cream on the way home from the parlor. Priceless.

Check out all ten great gift ideas in the slideshow on the site. And for more of the coolest Father’s Day ideas, check out my Pinterest board. You’ll find loads of “Manly” recipes featuring bacon, cheese, and beer. Super sweet crafts and gifts that kids can create for dad. And cool gift ideas that you can order online to surprise your special mister.

What are YOU getting the special dads in YOUR life this year? Share some fun ideas in the comments!

Digitwirl is the weekly web show that offers simple solutions to modern day problems. In 3 minutes, Digitwirl brings busy women the very best time, money, and sanity-saving technology, and then teaches them how to use it, step-by-step. Digitwirl was created by technology lifestyle expert Carley Knobloch, who uses lots of technology to manage her busy life as mom of two and entrepreneur. Become a subscriber to get weekly show alerts and exclusive deals at Digitwirl.com, or follow Digitwirl on Twitter at @digitwirl.

Posted by Meagan Paullin on June 13, 2012 Filed Under: Holidays | 4 Comments

10 Ways to Save Big on Summer Shopping Online Today

Today’s Sweetest Online Shopping Savings

The mall can be fun, but it’s also crowded and busy… So save time, and shop online from home in your PJ pants, and save big bucks with today’s best online coupon codes! Much easier than a trip to the mall, waiting in line, and spending a ton of energy trying to resist that Cinnabon booth, lol.

Vera Bradley: Get some gorgeous accessories at BIG savings: Vera Bradley – 20% off – Sale Items using the code JUNE20 . (see all Vera Bradley coupons).
Loehmann’s: Need new summer swimwear? Well then you are in luck – big savings today! Loehmann’s – 20% off & free shipping – Swimwear using the code 20SWIM612 . (see all Loehmann’s coupons).
Motherhood Maternity: If you are a momma-to-be, or have baby showers coming up soon – this is a great way to stock up and save! Motherhood Maternity – $15 off $75 using the code MHJUNE12 . (see all Motherhood Maternity coupons).
Google Offers: This is a sweet new way to save – be sure to sign up to get local deals as they launch in your area. This one is for big savings on iPhone, iPod, and Mac accessories! Google Offers – Pay $25 for a $50 gift card – Incase . (see all Google Offers coupons).
Overstock: As the seasons change, you’ll find TONS of really great discounts here. Use this code to take a little more right off of the top of those already low prices – Overstock – 7% off . (see all Overstock coupons).
Kohls: One of my fave places to shop online – and there are so many fun summer fashion choices for kids right now. Kohl’s – Free shipping on $50 using the code SHIP50FS . (see all Kohl’s coupons).
Suits: This is an uh-MAY-zing deal, and perfect for Father’s Day shopping… Jos A Bank – Buy a suit & get two addition suits and traveler dress shirts free . (see all Jos A Bank coupons).
Land’s End: This is such a great summertime brand. From the swimsuits to fit “real” moms, to the awesome tote bags, this is one of my must-shop sites this time of year. Lands’ End – 25% off & free shipping – Sale & Clearance Items using the code CCABIN. (see all Lands’ End coupons).
Crafty Ladies: This is a sweet way to save on a bigger ticket item you’ve been wanting to pick up – Joann.com – 50% off – Any Regular Priced Item using the code JQX161 . (see all Joann.com coupons).
Dresses: HUGE savings on summer dresses – perfect for all those fun summer events, like weddings, birthdays, and even backyard BBQ’s. There are some super pretty casual dresses right now. Get ’em cheap – New York & Company – Save 50% on your online order of dresses . (see all New York & Company coupons).

This is going to be a new daily feature here on Sunshine and Sippy Cups – I’ve got a lot of summer shopping to do, so as I find the best coupon codes, deals, and sweet savings, I’ll put ’em together in a daily list to share with you lovely ladies too!

What are YOUR favorite sites to shop at online? Leave me some comments, so I know which coupons to watch for and share!

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Posted by Meagan Paullin on June 8, 2012 Filed Under: Shopping, Deals and Coupon Codes | 4 Comments

The Best {Affordable!} Summer Fashion Trends

Summer Style Trends

It’s summertime, and the livin’s easy…. And the fashions should be too! And from my “MOM-garita” look to my “Pool Party” style, my favorite summer looks have one thing in common – Old Navy! And, they have some serious summer sales going on right now… all tees and tanks are $4 bucks, flip flops all under $5 bucks, and swimwear starting at just $6 bucks per piece!! Sweet deals, right?

Plus – get a bonus Memorial Day Savings Coupon!

Old Navy – 20% off coupon – Gap, Banana Republic or Old Navy Card using the code ONPLUSUP – Today only!!
(see all Old Navy coupons)

Have fun shopping, and enjoy your holiday!

Posted by Meagan Paullin on May 28, 2012 Filed Under: Shopping | No Comments

Rock Star Hoodies that Transform into Animated Animals

Mouth Man, The Original in Animated Apparel – Have you seen Mouth Man hoodies yet? These are seriously the funniest idea, and I’m surprised that more brands haven’t done something like this. Mouth Man hoodies call themselves “Animated Apparel” because when you place your arms together in the right position, you turn a plain printed shirt into a ton of fun. Seriously.

Mouth Man was Founded by Ross Valory – Founder of the rock band Journey

How awesome is this, right? Here’s something else awesome – “Mouth Man hoodies are patented, custom designed, and printed in full color with sharp detailed graphics. Printed with eco-friendly inks on recycled fabric, 100% Polyester Sport Fabric.” Love that they take the care to use materials that are safer and better for the environment. {The fabric is actually made from plastic bottles. I would NEVER have been able to tell that!} Here are a few other reasons why these hoodies rock:

Rock Star Designed: Invented by rock band Journey founding members Ross Valory and Prairie Prince. Watch the Youtube video here to see the story for Valory’s inspiration.
Fabric is UPF 50: These hoodies are super lightweight, and it’s a moisture-wicking type of fabric. This makes it a great option for a cover-up by the pool, or for outdoor athletes. {What is UPF? It’s similar to how SPF measures the protection factor for sunscreen, but UPF measures it for fabrics. And 50 is the best you can get.}
Made in the USA: You don’t see that very often anymore, right? These hoodies are created in two California locations, and include Ross’ in-factory recording studio—you never know when the mood to jam may strike you! Cool place to work….

Sounds just about as awesome as you can get, I know. Made by a rock star, right here in the USA, from recycled materials, with safety and durability built right in. And – they look cool too. Want to see it in action? Here’s a clip {it’s just a few seconds long – I accidentally deleted the longer one, and my nephew left the hoodie at his moms….} but you can get a quick idea of why these shirts are so entertaining…

“There are no seven wonders of the world in the eyes of a child. There are seven million.” – Walt Streightiff

Can you tell that he looooooves this thing? The minute he put it on he figured out what it was all about, and started chasing everyone around rawr-ing. He loved it so much, that when it was time for him to go see his mom, he INSISTED that he wear it and show her – {even though I wanted more pics? Auntie Blogger here is never done taking pics! Lol.} And he’s been wearing it non-stop ever since. If you have a kiddo in your life – you have GOT to get one of these too. They will love you for it.

“What is a home without children? Quiet.” – Henny Youngman

There are so many other designs to choose from – T-Rex, Sock Monkey, Cobra, Frog, Tiger, Dragon… But one of my favorites for summer has got to be this Shark style hoodie. How fun would this be out by the pool? I can see the kids having a TON of fun with this one – and will have to get both of the boys one of these asap. What’s also super cool is that you can get Mouth Man hoodies in sizes for the whole family – they start at a 2T for little ones, a full range of kids sizes, and adult hoodies for men or women up to a 2XL.

Want a Mouth Man Hoodie Too?

You can find all of their awesome styles on their website – MouthMan.com . You can also check them out on Amazon too, if you’re the type who racks up a lot of free Amazon Gift Cards like I do. You can see this style – Kids Raptor Hooded Shirt, or scroll through all of the other styles on the page too, to find your fave. These are sure to be a hit – and make awesome gifts for birthdays and holidays!

Posted by Meagan Paullin on May 25, 2012 Filed Under: Shopping, Deals and Coupon Codes | 75 Comments

Memorial Day Kids Sale Event

OpenSky has a pretty amazing sale event going on this weekend – a huge shop filled with unique designer goods for babies and kiddos – all at up to 75% off. There are pieces picked by my favorite designers over at Project Nursery, celebs like Joy Behar. {Remember the super cool toddler dining solution she loves that I shared the other day? She has fabulous taste in kids products!}

Shop Memorial Day Kids Sale Event today on OpenSky!

There are a ton of cool picks to choose from – from Mod Diaper bags and printed onesies, to fun things for the home like cool placemats for toddlers and multi-photo frames for memories. Here are a few more of my favorites that you’ll find in the Memorial Day Kids Sale event…

SweetSeat Booster Seat Memorial Day Sale

Seriously – are these the coolest booster seats that you’ve ever seen? All four prints in this Booster Seat by SweetSeat are still available – I had to get that polka dot one for Abby – so cute.

Aden + Anais Boutique Memorial Day Sale

Everyone’s favorite baby blankets – you’ll find this set from Aden + Anais Boutique, with Muslin 4-packs – plus a couple of other great products from them too, including an adorable little snuggly sleeper.