This is part 1 of a fun 3-part feature I’m writing about savvy thrift store shopping, featuring SAVERS thrift stores! Those of you who have read my other posts about thrift store shopping know I’m a huge fan of SAVERS. Well, SAVERS graciously provided me with $100 in gift certificates to shop with a fellow mom and share how many […]
New: Print coupons directly from my site!
Now you can view and print coupons directly from my site, courtesy of coupons.com! I recommend clicking “See all coupons” to pick and choose all the coupons you want. The coupons are on the right side of every page. I added this feature to help all of you save money on everyday needs! Coupons printed earn […]
Saving at Savers Thrift Store
On Labor Day, Savers has a 50% off sale on all clothing, shoes, accessories & home/bath items! This makes saving at Savers Thrift Store even more simple. If you need to get some last-minute back-to-school shopping done this is a great sale event! Plus, Halloween costumes and decorations arrive in Savers stores on September 1st, […]
“Just Between Friends” Back to School Sale in Hopkins this weekend, Aug 16-18!
I just found out about this sale event from a friend this week! (Thanks, Kathy!) Just Between Friends Sale in Hopkins, MN – August 16-18 Hopkins Pavilion 11000 Excelsior Blvd Hopkins, MN 55343 See their Full Sale Schedule (half-price sale begins August 17 at 7:00pm!) Just Between Friends sales are happening all over the country including right […]
Three Ways to Save Money for Back to School!
1. (Expired) Call your local JCPenney NOW to schedule a free haircut for your child! JCPenney is offering free haircuts for kids ages Kindergarten to 6th grade throughout the month of August. $14 value. Make an appointment NOW before space fills up! Find your nearest JCPenney salon. Twin Cities area salons include Rosedale (651-631-3330), Southdale (952-920-8101), […]
Fare for All – a low-cost option for buying groceries in the Twin Cities
Fare for All is a unique, low-cost option for buying groceries in the Twin Cities area. A cooperative purchasing program, they buy fruits, vegetables and meat in bulk to save you up to 40% off grocery store prices. Open to everyone (no income restrictions), Fare for All supports the Emergency Foodshelf Network and the more people who […]
Coupon Mom – a great resource for cutting grocery expenses – and now includes Whole Foods Market deals!
I’m very excited to be a member of Coupon Mom. Coupon Mom is a great resource for us busy moms. If you’ve never heard of it, all you have to do is register for a free account, then you’ll get regular emails with the latest grocery deals you can get at various stores such as […]
New “Fresh Grocery” in Target stores
You may have heard in the news or from ads about many Target stores now adding a “Fresh Grocery” section. (Not the SuperTarget stores – these are already abundantly supplied with fresh grocery!) I visited our local Target store and bought a few items. They were promoting the new development with a flyer we received in the mail that […]
Farmer’s Markets
If you haven’t yet been to a Farmer’s Market this summer, now’s a great time to go! I love the Minneapolis Farmer’s Market but there are plenty in the Twin Cities area you can find if you pick up a Minnesota Grown directory. Many Farmer’s Markets offer more than just produce – you can find […]
Find great stuff at Half Price Books
This week is a Half Price Books coupon week so I thought I’d highlight them today. Half Price Books locations are all over the Twin Cities and are each filled with great books, CDs, DVDs and more at great prices (half price, yes – though many are priced less). This is a great place to […]






