There are quite a few daily deal sites, but which are the best? I have been going through several and have compiled a list of the ones I think you get the best deals for your buck. Several sites have not only 1 daily deal, they may offer several deals. And they aren't fake. From stuff for the kids, for the home, for the office, for the gym, to wine and dine - daily deal websites are definitely one of the best ways save money while getting what you want.
The first and original site is woot.com
Woot.com offers solid deals on electronics, wine, kids stuff and home stuff. Definitely worth the time to take a look daily, even if to just read the silly captions they post!
Dailysteals.com is the next amazing daily website. They offer deals for the home, kids and even bring back old deals in order to give you a last call chance at getting the item. Shipping is relatively decent as well.
1saleaday.com follows the same lines as the other two, only they also have 2 sections specifically for watches and jewelry.
As well, sites like groupon.com and livingsocial.com are available, however I haven't personally checked them out.
Let us know if you like other sites, and we will be sure to add them to the list!
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Swagbucks!!!
I know there are a lot of people who currently hunt for swagbucks. Of course, there are those who have no idea what swagbucks is. Take a second to read and I will break it down for you. ;)
Click here to go to Swagbucks
Swagbucks is a search engine like Google, just not as powerful. When you use swagbucks to search online, you have a chance to earn points, or 'swagbucks' which can be traded in for gift cards and other prizes.
First off, you should go to swagbucks.com daily and get your 4 bucks.
Install the toolbar, and you will get 1 bucks every day. (Works for firefox and IE).
Do the Daily Poll.
Do the NOSO offers (skip all of them to the end).
After you do those, then it is just a matter of searching with the engine! You don't really need to be searching for anything in particular. Most times, I search for things like "it's a small world" or "rocky top Tennessee". Like I said, the search engine isn't super powerful, so it doesn't really matter what you search for. We search throughout the day and sometimes win 3-4 times. Other days we only win 1-2 times, but it still doesn't take much to rack up your swagbucks!
Friday's are Mega Swagbucks days! This means that you will most likely win a prize higher than 10 swagbucks throughout the day. Be sure to search on Fridays! ;)
When you first sign up, don't forget to put in the captcha when you win, or else your swagbucks will not be counted. The captcha eventually disappears, and you might only have to enter one a week after that. (Swagbucks does this to ensure that it isn't a program running to find swagbucks.)
Swagbucks also has Partner Sites that you can use to search, keep in mind however, that the swagbucks you find on those sites are only usable on said site.
Swagbucks has many gift cards available for purchase! Our favorite is Amazon, so every 450 swagbucks = $5 Amazon gift card! We just go to the swag store and snag our gift card. It takes anywhere from 6-14 days for you to receive it, but it comes online, so all you have to do is enter the code in your Amazon account and bingo! Your gift card is ready to use!
That's basically it.
Enjoy swagbucks! Enjoy free gift cards!
Have a great day!
TamTam
Click here to go to Swagbucks
Swagbucks is a search engine like Google, just not as powerful. When you use swagbucks to search online, you have a chance to earn points, or 'swagbucks' which can be traded in for gift cards and other prizes.
First off, you should go to swagbucks.com daily and get your 4 bucks.
Install the toolbar, and you will get 1 bucks every day. (Works for firefox and IE).
Do the Daily Poll.
Do the NOSO offers (skip all of them to the end).
After you do those, then it is just a matter of searching with the engine! You don't really need to be searching for anything in particular. Most times, I search for things like "it's a small world" or "rocky top Tennessee". Like I said, the search engine isn't super powerful, so it doesn't really matter what you search for. We search throughout the day and sometimes win 3-4 times. Other days we only win 1-2 times, but it still doesn't take much to rack up your swagbucks!
Friday's are Mega Swagbucks days! This means that you will most likely win a prize higher than 10 swagbucks throughout the day. Be sure to search on Fridays! ;)
When you first sign up, don't forget to put in the captcha when you win, or else your swagbucks will not be counted. The captcha eventually disappears, and you might only have to enter one a week after that. (Swagbucks does this to ensure that it isn't a program running to find swagbucks.)
Swagbucks also has Partner Sites that you can use to search, keep in mind however, that the swagbucks you find on those sites are only usable on said site.
Swagbucks has many gift cards available for purchase! Our favorite is Amazon, so every 450 swagbucks = $5 Amazon gift card! We just go to the swag store and snag our gift card. It takes anywhere from 6-14 days for you to receive it, but it comes online, so all you have to do is enter the code in your Amazon account and bingo! Your gift card is ready to use!
That's basically it.
Enjoy swagbucks! Enjoy free gift cards!
Have a great day!
TamTam
Monday, February 27, 2012
P&G Everyday Solutions
P&G Everyday Solutions
Proctor & Gamble have a website where you can sign up and receive free samples every quarter. The website also bring you coupons and tips for saving money. From making your own dish liquid to how to clean soap scum with vinegar, let P&G help you strecth your buck further in today's economy.
Sign up and start saving.
(Make sure after sign up that you save your login and password somewhere safe. If you lose your password, it is the hardest thing to retrieve to get back into your account. Also, be sure to change your email notifications so that your inbox isn't bombarded with daily emails.)
Proctor & Gamble have a website where you can sign up and receive free samples every quarter. The website also bring you coupons and tips for saving money. From making your own dish liquid to how to clean soap scum with vinegar, let P&G help you strecth your buck further in today's economy.
Sign up and start saving.
(Make sure after sign up that you save your login and password somewhere safe. If you lose your password, it is the hardest thing to retrieve to get back into your account. Also, be sure to change your email notifications so that your inbox isn't bombarded with daily emails.)
Home Depot FREE Kids Workshops
Home Depot FREE Kids Workshops
Every month, Home Depot has FREE workshops, for children and adults alike. These workshops range from toy making for kids, to gardening 101 for adults. All you need to do is register for the workshop you would like to take. You should receive an email telling you that you are registered, then you show up on the date of the workshop.
This is a great opportunity to do things with your children, or learn a new skill for use around your house. I know we all like FREE things, so why not take advantage of this great opportunity?
Build a #20 Race Car
Kids can build and race this #20 speedster race car.
Kids will learn to build their very own race car while learning tool safety
Have fun, make friends and gain a sense of achievement and work ethic
Dates:
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Hear and see why Kids Workshops are worth the trip to The Home Depot
Every month, Home Depot has FREE workshops, for children and adults alike. These workshops range from toy making for kids, to gardening 101 for adults. All you need to do is register for the workshop you would like to take. You should receive an email telling you that you are registered, then you show up on the date of the workshop.
This is a great opportunity to do things with your children, or learn a new skill for use around your house. I know we all like FREE things, so why not take advantage of this great opportunity?
Build a #20 Race Car
Kids can build and race this #20 speedster race car.
Kids will learn to build their very own race car while learning tool safety
Have fun, make friends and gain a sense of achievement and work ethic
Dates:
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Hear and see why Kids Workshops are worth the trip to The Home Depot
Valpak Coupons
"Coupons aren't just for the frugal. In today's economy, everyone can benefit from saving money at the grocery store, movie theater or checkout counter.
Valpak helps you maximize your buying power. We deliver valuable free coupons to millions of consumers for a wide range of goods and services - automotive, beauty, entertainment, health, home improvement and professional services.
Valpak also distributes restaurant coupons and food coupons that cut the cost of buying food in your city or town. Need an online coupon? Our printable coupons help you stretch your dollars when buying thousands of brand name products."
We all love getting things at a discounted price, so why not join Valpak? The coupons are always dedicated to what is available in your area and they are easily printed off, without any added software.
*Valpak does not endorse crazy couponing. Most coupons are limited to one per order.
TamTam
Valpak helps you maximize your buying power. We deliver valuable free coupons to millions of consumers for a wide range of goods and services - automotive, beauty, entertainment, health, home improvement and professional services.
Valpak also distributes restaurant coupons and food coupons that cut the cost of buying food in your city or town. Need an online coupon? Our printable coupons help you stretch your dollars when buying thousands of brand name products."
We all love getting things at a discounted price, so why not join Valpak? The coupons are always dedicated to what is available in your area and they are easily printed off, without any added software.
*Valpak does not endorse crazy couponing. Most coupons are limited to one per order.
TamTam
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Chicken Mozza Ranch
I have been looking for a while now, for a good ranch recipe for my chicken. I have found some that add the weirdest ingredients and others that sound so completely bland. Finally today, I decided I was going to make my own ranch and chicken recipe.
This is simple and quick. Total cook time is 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked and the juices run clear. (165°F )
Ingredients:
3 skinless boneless chicken breasts, halved
1/2 cup ranch dressing (whichever you prefer)
1/2 tsp flour
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Salt and pepper to taste
Preheat oven to 375°F
Combine ranch dressing and flour in a measuring cup. Mix well to ensure flour does not clump to itself. Sprinkle chicken breast halves with salt and pepper, to taste. Using a small spoon, coat one side of the chicken with ranch dressing and place in a shallow, 1 qt. or 1-2 qt. glass casserole dish. Once all pieces are placed in dish, use remaining dressing preparation to cover chicken entirely.
Bake in over for 40 minutes, (uncovered) or until chicken is cooked and juices run clear. (165°F) Turn off oven. Remove casserole dish from oven and top with mozzarella cheese. Return to oven and let the natural heat that is left in it to melt the cheese. About 10 minutes so the cheese has a chance to brown a little bit, but not burn.
Remove from oven and serve with whatever sides you like. I chose Sazon Goya seasoned rice and string green beans. Also, you can use the ranch and cheese mixture that is left in the casserole to top your rice or mashed potatoes.
Now, I am sure this isn't the most healthy dinner, but I am pretty sure that if you have ranch lovers in your family like I do, this will become a regularly revisited meal.
This is simple and quick. Total cook time is 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked and the juices run clear. (165°F )
Ingredients:
3 skinless boneless chicken breasts, halved
1/2 cup ranch dressing (whichever you prefer)
1/2 tsp flour
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Salt and pepper to taste
Preheat oven to 375°F
Combine ranch dressing and flour in a measuring cup. Mix well to ensure flour does not clump to itself. Sprinkle chicken breast halves with salt and pepper, to taste. Using a small spoon, coat one side of the chicken with ranch dressing and place in a shallow, 1 qt. or 1-2 qt. glass casserole dish. Once all pieces are placed in dish, use remaining dressing preparation to cover chicken entirely.
Bake in over for 40 minutes, (uncovered) or until chicken is cooked and juices run clear. (165°F) Turn off oven. Remove casserole dish from oven and top with mozzarella cheese. Return to oven and let the natural heat that is left in it to melt the cheese. About 10 minutes so the cheese has a chance to brown a little bit, but not burn.
Remove from oven and serve with whatever sides you like. I chose Sazon Goya seasoned rice and string green beans. Also, you can use the ranch and cheese mixture that is left in the casserole to top your rice or mashed potatoes.
Now, I am sure this isn't the most healthy dinner, but I am pretty sure that if you have ranch lovers in your family like I do, this will become a regularly revisited meal.
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Smothered Pork Chops
I always have a hard time thinking up things to do with pork chops. They are a versatile meat, but after a while they just become boring. I get tired of just meat, veggies and potatoes. There isn't anything interesting about it and eventually you start eating the same thing over and over again.
So I searched online today for a good smothered pork chop recipe. Pretty much the same everywhere. Cream of Mushroom Soup. My DH is not a mushroom fan (he refuses to eat mushrooms because it is a fungus and he calls it athlete's foot). At any rate, I found this recipe by BamaKathy and thought I would give it a try - with a modification or two of my own.
Ingredients:
4 pork chops - blades or loins
1 (10 ¾ oz.) cans cream of mushroom soup (buy the NAME brand, creamier-cheaper soups stay lumpy)* I agree 100%
Lawry's Seasoned Salt
Onion Powder
¼ cup butter
1 (4 oz.)can of mushrooms, pieces and stems, drained
I followed all of BamaKathy's steps, substituting onion powder for the Lawry's pepper.
In skillet with melted butter,sprinkle both sides of pork chops with seasoned salt and onion powder to taste and brown.
Put into 9 X 13 inch glass casserole and spoon mushroom soup (do not dilute!) and smear all over pork chops.
Cover and seal tightly with heavy aluminum foil and put into pre-heated 350 degree oven for 1 hour. (Time will vary depending on the cut and thickness of your chops or loins)
Remove foil last few minutes.
*When the pork chops have approx 10 minutes left in the oven, place mushrooms in a small saucepan with 1 tbsp butter. Heat on medium until the mushrooms are warmed through. When pork chops are done, top them with the cooked mushrooms.
Serve with your choice of sides. Tonight I served mine with kernel corn and Velveeta Cheese Shells.
So I searched online today for a good smothered pork chop recipe. Pretty much the same everywhere. Cream of Mushroom Soup. My DH is not a mushroom fan (he refuses to eat mushrooms because it is a fungus and he calls it athlete's foot). At any rate, I found this recipe by BamaKathy and thought I would give it a try - with a modification or two of my own.
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| I should have had different colored sides. LOL |
4 pork chops - blades or loins
1 (10 ¾ oz.) cans cream of mushroom soup (buy the NAME brand, creamier-cheaper soups stay lumpy)* I agree 100%
Lawry's Seasoned Salt
Onion Powder
¼ cup butter
1 (4 oz.)can of mushrooms, pieces and stems, drained
I followed all of BamaKathy's steps, substituting onion powder for the Lawry's pepper.
In skillet with melted butter,sprinkle both sides of pork chops with seasoned salt and onion powder to taste and brown.
Put into 9 X 13 inch glass casserole and spoon mushroom soup (do not dilute!) and smear all over pork chops.
Cover and seal tightly with heavy aluminum foil and put into pre-heated 350 degree oven for 1 hour. (Time will vary depending on the cut and thickness of your chops or loins)
Remove foil last few minutes.
*When the pork chops have approx 10 minutes left in the oven, place mushrooms in a small saucepan with 1 tbsp butter. Heat on medium until the mushrooms are warmed through. When pork chops are done, top them with the cooked mushrooms.
Serve with your choice of sides. Tonight I served mine with kernel corn and Velveeta Cheese Shells.
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