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Filed under: Fantastic Freebies, Bargain Babe

Coupons.comOne of my favorite places to get coupons -- aside from clipping them from the Sunday newspaper -- is Coupons.com.

The site usually has 80-200 coupons that you can electronically "clip" and print out.

Right now there is a coupon for 50 cents off Challenge butter, $1 off Special K cereal, and $2 off Nivea body wash. Print these, wait until the items go on sale, and boom, you'll pay a fraction of the original retail price.

You can also add coupons directly to your grocery store loyalty card from the site's "savings card" tab. Then you don't have to use paper or printer ink to get the coupon.

Coupons.com allows each coupon to be printed a limited number of times, so don't delay if you see a good coupon. The upside to this is that the selection of coupons is constantly being refreshed. You can opt to receive a weekly e-mail reminding you when there are new coupons.

Free desk calender from Snapfish

Filed under: Fantastic Freebies, Bargain Babe

Get a free desk calender from Snapfish when you register on its Web site, which requires sharing an e-mail and your name.

This only works for new customers who have not previously registered on the site. The offer expires Wednesday Nov. 25.

Sign up here. If that link doesn't work, try this one.

The calender normally sells for $15. You get to choose from one of 18 designs, you can add your own photos for each month and start your calender on any month (not just January). Great for yourself or as a holiday gift!

If you don't have any high quality pictures, check Flickr for calender-worthy pics. It's easy to put together a calender around a theme related to a hobby or interest, like fuzzy animals, yoga, nature, etc.

Free sample of Avril Lavigne 'Black Star' perfume

Filed under: Fantastic Freebies

Maybe you were surprised to hear that the young rock singer/songwriter cum punk rock princess Avril Lavigne has her own perfume line. Punk rock and perfume aren't two words that blend in beautiful harmony, after all. What was Johnny Rotten's favorite scent, after all? Eau de vomit, perhaps.

I digress. Lavigne recently released a new scent called Black Star, which contains, according to her website, notes of pink hibiscus, black plum and dark chocolate. Sounds delicious, anyway.

You can order yourself a sample by filling out this online form.

Ah, the sweet smell of success.

Free roadtrip activity book download

Filed under: Travel, Fantastic Freebies, Bargain Babe

Just in time for the Thanksgiving drive to grandmas! Download a free 24-page road trip activity book that has word games, math facts, and brain busters for kids aged 8 and up.

The free download is courtesy of RadRoadTrips.com, a site devoted to ensuring your drive is entertaining. Thanks, Freebie Blogger!

Free sample of Stacy's pita chips

Filed under: Food, Fantastic Freebies, Bargain Babe

One of my favorite snacks is dipping these crispy pita chips into garlic humus. Mmmmm....tasty.

Get a free sample of Stacy's Simply Naked Pita Chips from All You magazine when you share a little info about yourself. They mail you the sample in 4-6 weeks, so be patient.

They encourage you to sign up for their e-newsletters but it is not required, just remember to uncheck the boxes as you fill out the form.

This freebie won't last so sign up soon if you're interested. A limited number of samples are available.

Free flatbread at Jamba Juice

Filed under: Fantastic Freebies, Bargain Babe

Get a free flatbread on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009 from Jamba Juice if you are one of the first 150 people to stop by between 2 and 5 p.m.

They come with a few different toppings. Tomo Artichoko, Four Cheesy, Smokehouse Chicken or Mediterrane. Just the kind of afternoon snack I crave! Note, not all Jamba Juice's sell California flatbreads so call to check first.

Caveats: not valid in Hawaii, in Safeway, Vons, or Pavillions.

Thanks, Coupon Cravings!

Friday freebies: free $10, Wifi, Kotex, recipes and movie rentals

Filed under: Fantastic Freebies, Economizer, Bargain Babe

Here's my weekly round up of the best freebies on the web from the past week. You're in for free money, Wifi, turkey-day recipes from top chefs, Kotex samples, and movie rentals. Enjoy!

1. Get $10 from Coinstar when you cash in $40 in coins. Just remember to get your change as a gift card, not cash.

2. You can cross off free Wifi on your Christmas list. Google is footing the bill for free Wifi in 47 airports across the country during the holidays. Participating airports include Miami, Boston and Las Vegas. Plus, Google is working with Virgin America to offer free Wifi on flights over the holidays.

Rite Aid $4 off $20 coupon and freebie!

Filed under: Fantastic Freebies, Bargain Babe

Here's an even better coupon for your next trip to Rite Aid. Get $4 off a purchase of $20 (prescriptions don't count) when you bring this coupon into the store. Expires Nov. 21, 2009. In store only.

Caveats: Not valid on purchase of prescriptions, prescription co-pays, Medicare or Medicaid prescriptions, lottery tickets, tobacco, alcohol products, money orders, gift cards, stamps, licenses, or other mailing series. Cannot be combined with other offers. Sales tax does not count toward the $20.

The above link also has a coupon for $2 off any Rite Aid brand over-the-counter medication that costs at least $2. That means if you find an over the counter medication for $2, it is free! It's unclear how the coupon defines "medicine" so ask the manager. Do cough drops count? What about lip balm? Hmmmm....this coupon leaves room for creative solutions.

Caveats: expires Nov. 21, 2009. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Not valid online.

Free photobook with purchase

Filed under: Fantastic Freebies, Bargain Babe

Get a free photobook from MyPublisher until Nov. 18 when you buy one photobook. To get the deal, order one more book than you want to pay for and use coupon code HOL241. It will charge you for one less book than you ordered. So if you order two, you pay for one. If you order four, you pay for three.

You have to be a new customer to get the deal. The code can only be used once and it must be used for an additional copy of a photobook, not two different books. Read all the fine print here.

These books are a great way to turn digital pics into sentimental gifts. Grandparents and distant relatives love them!

Thanks, Tina!

Free Kotex ultra thin overnight pads with wings

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Kotex Free Product Sample Get a free sample of Kotex overnight pads when you answer six questions about what products you use on your period. Easy peasy.

Click on the image at right to get the deal!

Caveats: it takes 6-8 weeks to get the sample. The deal is available to residents of the continental U.S. only. You must be 13 or older to receive this sample. Limit one sample per household.

Salute this! Veteran's Day free meals

Filed under: Food, Fantastic Freebies, Bargain Babe

There are tons of great food freebies for Veteran's Day this Wednesday, Nov. 11. If you have served, you stand to get multiple free meals and treats!

Just remember to bring proper identification, including U.S. Uniform Services Identification Card, U.S. Uniform Services, Retired Identification Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) or Veterans Organization Card (i.e., American Legion and VFW). Some places will accept a photograph of you in uniform, if you wear your uniform or bring a citation or commendation.

Veterans can get one of six meals free at Applebee's on Nov. 11. Choices include a 7-ounce steak, bacon burger, chicken tenders platter, oriental chicken salad, fiesta lime chicken, or three-cheese penne.

Free diet consultation with Jenny Craig

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Get a free consultation with a Jenny Craig representative by clicking on the image at right. There's no requirement to sign up, though that option will surely be stressed.

Talking to a weight loss expert might not be a bad way to start the holiday season. I could use some help reaching for my running shoes instead of Halloween candy!

Click on the image at right to get yourself a quick appointment.

Free meals for veterans at McCormick & Schmick's, Uno Chicago Grill and Golden Corral

Filed under: Bargains, Food, Fantastic Freebies

In honor of Veteran's Day, three restaurant chains are offering free meals to members of the military and veterans.

McCormick & Schmick's is having its 11th Annual Veterans Appreciation Event on Sunday, Nov. 8. Veterans can receive a free lunch or dinner entree when they show the proper ID. Space is limited and reservations are required.

You can get a free individual pizza or entree at Uno Chicago Grill on Monday, Nov. 11. The offer is good with a purchase of equal or greater value. Just wear a uniform, bring a picture of you in uniform, or show a military or veteran's ID to qualify.

Golden Corral is offering a free "Thank You" dinner on Monday, Nov. 16, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at all restaurants. Anyone who has ever served in the U.S. military can receive a free meal, and no identification is required.

Five Fabulous Finds: Calendars, mascara and nutrition bars ... free!

Filed under: Food, Fantastic Freebies, Economizer

Here are this week's Five Fabulous Finds from Coupon Cravings, including free calendars, mascara and nearly free Rice Krispies Treats. Plus, get scarves for just a buck at Old Navy and a coupon to save $5 when you spend $5 at Kohl's.

1) It's gift card giving season. Stop by Chick-fil-A and get a free 2010 calendar with loads of free food coupons, like free chicken strips, milkshakes and soft drinks, when you buy a $20 gift card.

2) Hit Walgreens by Saturday (November 7) to get two free tubes of mascara. Or stop by Safeway to get Rice Krispies Treats for just $.17 a box. Yummy!

3) Sign up to get sale alerts from Kohl's and get a coupon by email to save $5 when you spend $5 in-store.

4) In case you missed out on $2 Halloween costumes at Old Navy last weekend, be sure to stop by Old Navy on Saturday (November 7) to get performance fleece scarves for just $1.

5) Want more freebies? Get free samples of Kirkland Signature Supreme Diapers and Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew Daily Eye Cream. You can even get a free Sun-Rype FruitSource Bar from GNC.

Free wedding gowns for military brides

Filed under: Bargains, Fantastic Freebies

About 15 bridal salons around the U.S. are offering free wedding gowns to military brides next week through the Brides Across America event.

The gowns are being given away on a first come, first serve basis and are valued at between $500 to $3,000. Most are samples or overstocks between sizes 4 to 22, but selections vary from salon to salon.

To qualify for the giveaway you must be engaged, on active duty in the military, and have been deployed or will be deployed to Afghanistan or Iraq. You also qualify if your fiance is on active military duty in those countries. If you've already been married by a justice of the peace but are planning an upcoming wedding, you may still qualify for a free gown.

When you visit the bridal salon you'll need to show an ID, copy of deployment papers for you or your finance, orders or other qualifying proof.

Each salon has a limited number of dresses to give away, so get there early or you'll be put on a waiting list for future events.

The dates and times vary, so check the Brides Across America site to find a location near you.

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