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Archive for August 2009

Cocktails and such

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 31, 2009

The Kitchn (Apartment Therapy) has been posting all summer about cocktails. They finally wrapped it up and made one giant ol’ post about summer cocktails and mix-ins and guides and tools and all sorts of informative stuff. It’s a pretty handy list and worth bookmarking. My alcohol knowledge is not that great, so it’s good [...]

Overstock final sale

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 31, 2009

Overstock.com is having a really good final sale on clothes and shoes. There’s tons of stuff, but it’s best to take a look now as I’m sure it will clear out quickly. Shipping is only $2.95.

Breakfast time all the time

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 31, 2009

Here are a couple of free cereal samples.

Honey Nut Cheerios – delicious and lowers cholesterol!
Kashi – choose between honey sunshine, Heart to Heart and Go Lean Crunch

I love cereal. When I was little, I always told myself that one day when I grew up, I could eat a big bowl of cereal for dinner and [...]

Ann Taylor LOFT clearance

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 27, 2009

Wow, this final sale is pretty good. A cardigan for $4.88? Sweet. I’ve found Ann Taylor to be a good source for work clothes.
Just make sure you shop wisely – there are no returns on final sale items.

When you care enough to send something for free

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 27, 2009

Wal-Mart is giving away free Hallmark cards. Click here to get yours.

Free lip balm … in an orb!

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 27, 2009

This looks kind of weird, but since I’m a sucker for packaging, I’ll share it:
Free sample of eos lip balm in sweet mint. The web site has some annoying stuff after you sign up, but you can click the skip buttons.
(Thanks to freebies4mom)

Ben Sherman shoes on the cheap

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 26, 2009

For today only (8/26), 6pm.com is offering a bunch of Ben Sherman men’s and women’s shoes for $34.95 each. Shipping is $6.95.
It looks like there are more men’s than women’s shoes (Ben Sherman … go figure), so if there are any dudes reading this, it’s your lucky day.

Free car wash

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 24, 2009

This one’s for Seattle area people only.
Brown Bear is having their annual free car wash day this Thursday, August 24 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in their tunnel washes.
The following Brown Bears are participating:

East Side:
3724 Factoria Blvd. S, Bellevue
22121 SE 56th St., Issaquah
15248 Bel-Red Rd., Redmond
17809 Redmond Way, Redmond
3050 228 Ave. SE, Sammamish
Seattle:
1800 15th [...]

Old Navy super deal

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 24, 2009

Via Dealnews:
During its latest sale, Old Navy discounts select items by up to 75% off. Plus, get free shipping on all orders via coupon code “SHIPFREE”. Better yet, take 15% off orders of $75 or more via coupon code “SAVE15″, or 20% off orders of $100 or more via coupon code “SAVE20″. (You can combine free shipping and one [...]

Coldplay album $2.99

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 24, 2009

Amazon’s daily deal (8/24) is awesome. It’s Coldplay’s Vida La Vida – Prospekt’s March Edition for only $2.99! It’s 2 discs (well, if you actually had a physical copy, but this is download-only – but you know what I mean). Disc 1 is the regular Viva La Vida album, and disc 2 is bonus material and [...]

What’s cookin’

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 22, 2009

Last night I had friends over for dinner, and I decided to go with the old stand-by: carbs.
Relying again on my favorite food blog, Culinary in the Country, I made a dish that I’d bookmarked a long time ago: Four Cheese Baked Penne. And it was really good – much better than I had expected. [...]

Gap sale Thursday night

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 18, 2009

All Gap stores across the country are having a special sale this Thursday, August 20 from 7-9 p.m. Shoppers will receive $20 off jeans and an additional 15% off their entire purchase.
They will also have acoustic performances at all the stores. Frankly, that sounds kind of annoying, but $20 off jeans is a good deal! [...]

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It’s worth $4

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 18, 2009

I read an article recently that there could be a very huge earthquake in the Seattle area. I guess that’s always a possibility, but scientists have noticed more activity lately. It’s a good reminder to be prepared for an earthquake or other emergency. A flashlight is a key part of an emergency kit.
The annoying thing [...]

Emergen-C samples

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 15, 2009

I don’t know if loading up on Vitamin C when you start to feel sick actually works, but it feels like it does sometimes. That’s why it’s good to have Vitamin C on hand so that you take it early.
Here are a couple different ways to get Emergen-C samples:
Free sample from Wal-mart – click on [...]

Get wacky at Ikea

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 13, 2009

Ikea Seattle (check the Ikea web site for your local Ikea promotions) is having a Wacky Weekend rummage sale Saturday, Aug. 15 and Sunday, Aug. 16 from 10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. According to the web site:
Join us for another “Wacky Weekend” rummage sale, where you can score amazing deals on discontinued and overstocked merchandise [...]

Burt’s Bees acne solutions sample

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 11, 2009

I’m not a big follower of Burt’s Bees, so I’m not sure if this is a new product, but Burt Bee’s has a Natural Acne Solutions product line. Click here to get a free sample. Please note that in order to get the sample, you must click one of the first buttons (mild, moderate or [...]

Brilliant Brunette samples

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 9, 2009

Because brunette is just as hot as blonde: Here’s a free sample of John Freida Brilliant Brunette shampoo and conditioner.
(Thanks, Money Saving Mom)

Scope samples

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 7, 2009

Click here to get a free Scope Outlast sample, which includes Scope Outlast Rinse, Crest plus Scope Outlast toothpaste and an Oral-B floss pick with Scope Outlast.
Keep that cute smile!
(Thanks, Money Saving Mom)

Cheapo Sharpies!

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 5, 2009

I love Sharpies. Who doesn’t love Sharpies? They are just fun.
Thanks to back to school sales, OfficeMax is offering Sharpies for 1 cent each. Limit 3. You need to print the coupon available here in order to get the deal.
To find an OfficeMax near you, go to the web site and click on Store Locator [...]

Express 20% off

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 5, 2009

Click here for a coupon for 20% off at Express from August 7-8. You can use it online too – promo code 3715.
I’ve never been much of an Express fan, but looking at their clearance section, they have a few cute things.
(Thanks, Centsible in Seattle)

Your summer hipster soundtrack

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 5, 2009

Nylon magazine is offering 22 free songs from their June/July music issue. Artists include Of Montreal, Passion Pit, Phoenix, Crystal Antlers, The Pains of Being Pure at Heart, and more. So put on your Granny glasses, wrap your scarf just right, and get to downloading!
(The site says it expires 8/31, but according to comments, people are [...]

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Throw Me the Statue

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 3, 2009

Amazon is offering the new Throw Me the Statue (from Seattle) album Creaturesque for $3.99. It’s available 24 hours early, and it’s today’s daily deal, so don’t delay.

Fredflare.com free shipping

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 3, 2009

Enter “stay cute” as the promo code and get free shipping at Fredflare – that’s a $7.95 value. Score!

Amazon $5 albums for August

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: August 3, 2009

Every month Amazon sells a few mp3 albums for $5. This month includes David Grey, New Kids on the Block, Ray Charles, Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band, Phoenix and Radiohead … there’s something for everyone.
They’re also featuring ‘Til Tuesday’s Voices Carry. I don’t own the album but I have “Voices Carry” (the song) and that’s [...]