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Happy Thanksgiving! Eat drink and be merry! and hit the computer for some online shopping


Happy Thanksgiving Everyone

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I am thankful that I can enjoy this day relaxing with my family

I for one will not be frequenting the stores tonight or tommorow at some ungodly time.  The reason is because shop online through ebates.  I save so much through ebates with their awesome cashback program and they also provide online codes which often mean free ship and huge discounts so I don't have to waste money on gas, or waste time and energy in-store at the checkout lines!

Share what you are thankful for and how you will be shopping this black Friday?


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How much should I spend on a kids bike?


Kids bikes can cost anything from $50 to over $500. If you’re on a budget, there are a number of things you can do to ensure you get the best quality bike for your money. Purchasing a kids bike on cost alone may actually turn out to be a false economy so do your research beforehand. 

Balancing costs 
Cheaper bikes, for example, tend to be heavier, which makes them a lot less fun and maneuverable for little hands and legs. Components such as gears and brakes on cheaper bikes are also often of inferior quality whereas paying slightly more will mean parts are proportionately sized, adjust correctly and will last longer. Wheels on slightly more expensive kids bikes tend to be lighter, stronger and do not buckle. Furthermore, a bike that lasts can also be passed onto another sibling, ensuring further and longer use of the bike and ultimately greater value for money. 

Where to buy 
So, shelling out that bit more on a kids bike in the first place may save you money in the long run, but where should you buy one from? Firstly, buying a bike from a reputable bike supplier - either in store or online - will mean that you will be safe in the knowledge that it has been manufactured by and enjoy further support from a specialist bicycle company. 

Second hand stores or sites may also give you a good balance of quality and reduced cost. Likewise, family or friends may have kids bikes for sale or to give away that their children have simply grown out of, thus ensuring you get your child a well-made ride for a lot less. Just make sure it’s the right size and fit for your child! 

Finally, if you are looking to buy a kids bike, then always save up the money beforehand rather than buying a bike on hire purchase or on credit. Having enough cash in the first place helps you to budget, saves you from paying weekly or monthly interest and even puts you in the position of being able to negotiate a discount too! 

 
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Stock up DEAL Alert: $5 for an 8X10 or 11X14 Photo Canvas (pay shipping)

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What a great deal!  Pay only $5 for an 8X10 or 11X14 canvas! just pay shipping!

Stock up on these prices! Check it out here.



 
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2013 Holiday Gift Guide Giveaway: Shutterfly $50 Gift Code + Free Shipping

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Welcome to The Freebie Junkie's 2013 Holiday Gift Guide

Gift: photo gifts through Shutterfly
Category: Friends & Family  
Giveaway: $50 Shutterfly Code & Free Shipping
 
This year has flown by so quick.  I am trying to be organized for Christmas and have already ordered my Christmas photo cards and photo books from Shutterfly.  The photo books were a compilation of our recent family trip and I will be sending one to each family member.  Every year I wait till the Christmas decoration is up and dress the kids in their Christmas pjs for that perfect snap of their cheeky smile.  However, I hate waiting as we put our decorations up right after Thanksgiving and then by the time I order the photo cards, address and stamp them we are talking mid December before the mailman gets them.
This year I made my cards early and used photos from our family trips that we took throughout the year.  This involved searching for Christmas cards at Shutterfly that displayed more than 1 photo.  Here are my favorites:
 

The Shutterfly 2013 holiday card collection & photo gifts includes a new 5x7 folded tri fold & back of card design.


 This card below won out!

I love how contemporary and bright the colors are and how I could include our name on the front and it was so easy to put the card together online.  I simply downloaded my pictures and then dragged them across to where I wanted them.  I was also able to add a picture inside and on the back of the card and include a signature.  If I wanted to be completely lazy I could splurge and get them to print my addresses on the envelopes too.
Shutterfly also offers an array of photo gifts such as photo books, calenders, photo mugs and ornaments etc.. that you can personalize with your family photos.  These make wonderful gifts for your family and friends.


TWITTER PARTY
Head to the Twitter Party #PhotosYouLove on Friday November 15th at 8pm (link to the @ResourcefulMom RSVP signup page)

  
Thanks to Shutterfly a Freebie Junkie reader can win a code for $50 off your total order at Shutterfly (plus free shipping)
Giveaway Ends Monday November 25th - open to US residents only
 
Simply enter to win through the rafflecopter form below - Good Luck

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Disclosure: Shutterfly kindly provided me with a Shutterfly code and the giveaway prize to one reader for our honest review, others opinions may vary.
 


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FREEBIE ALERT:150 Free prints from Snapfish!

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Just in time for those Christmas cards! 

Join Snapfish and get 150 prints for FREE - just pay shipping!  Sign up here.

I'm going to use this freebie to print extra fun snaps of the kids and slip them into my Christmas cards!



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FREEBIE ALERT: 10 FREE SHUTTERFLY Cards or Set of Address Labels (Just Give 5 Friends a Free Magnet or Mouse Pad)


I am trying to be organized and have already ordered some of my photo Christmas cards from Shutterfly.  However, I do find myself running out of cards each year so these extra 10 free cards will come in handy!  Head over here and simply select 5 or more friends to give a FREE Magnet or Mouse Pad from Shutterfly. After giving your 5+ friends this gift offering, you’ll instantly receive a unique code valid for 10 FREE cards or a FREE set of address labels from Shutterfly (code valid through 11/24.  Shipping and taxes are extra.

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Thanks Hip2save  
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COUPON ALERT: $1/1 Capri Sun printable coupon!




It is a new month and so new coupons have been popping up on coupons.com!  

Scroll through and print away!




My favorite is the $1/1 capri sun coupon as these are easy drink options for lunch in our household




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The iPad Mini Giveaway Winner is...



Thank you to all that entered the iPad Mini Giveaway courtesy of On In Beauty!  

The winner of the event is Jenny F.  




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Get Ready for Any Season the Right Way



Back to school for me means fall is on it's way.  We are approaching a new season and so here's a few tips on how to get ready..

Get Ready for Any Season the Right Way
Every season has holidays and unique days to enjoy, and different products can make it easy to enjoy each season as much as possible. Preparing for the seasons may require purchasing some new items or figuring out ways to reuse the ones you have. Understanding the products available and the many ways that they can be used allows you to get more from them. Here are some tips to make sure you are able to get ready for any season the right way.

Renewing What You Already Have 
The lawn mower will not stop working during the winter and the snow blower will still work once the snow falls again. However, sitting around without being used does not help your seasonal equipment to work well. Additionally, since you used the equipment last season, it may need some help getting ready for the new season. Lawn mower blades need to be sharpened and spark plugs need to be replaced. It is recommended to take in your seasonal equipment for a tune-up so they will be ready to take on the new season.

Purchasing New Products
Other items like clothes, shoes and jewelry may not be useful from one season to the next. Not only do you have to worry about the clothing fitting you, but in some cases, the clothes may be out of fashion or simply not practical. Buying new ones using Macy’s promo codes with free shipping can help you to purchase all you need for you and your family without blowing your budget for the year. Shopping online is a great way to save money on many of the clothes you need as well as any of the gear you may need for around the house. Since department stores like Macy’s sells everything from clothing to housewares, it is possible to get everything you need for the new season.

Preparing for a New Season 
The upcoming season is not the last season you will have to face. It is a lot easier to get ready for the upcoming seasons when you buy in advance, especially since many seasonal items go on sale at the end of the season. If the products going on sale are ones you can use the next season, take advantage and purchase them while you can. You will be able to get discounts from retailers looking to get rid of the product rather than holding on to them. Combine these with discounts like promotional codes and you will save a lot of money. Just store everything you purchase until next year and you are ready to go. Certain items like sunscreen at the end of summer or jackets at the end of winter go on sale, so take advantage of the on-sale prices while you can. Preparing for each season allows you to enjoy the season even more once you are in it. Making use of what you already have, buying new items and preparing ahead all make it possible to enjoy the seasons even more.

 
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