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Archive for November 2009

Monday deals

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 29, 2009

If you didn’t get your shipping fix this weekend, then check out the online deals on Monday (called Cyber Monday, but I hate the word “cyber” because it’s outdated and sounds icky). It’s supposed to be the biggest online shopping day of the year, so I’m not really even sure where to start.
Here’s a pretty [...]

Who says you have to throw it out?

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 29, 2009

Here’s a handy article from Wisebread about ways to reuse old pantyhose. I never would have thought to use pantyhose for gift wrap storage or fishing or photo effects. Who knew?

Ulta discount

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 28, 2009

If you enjoy shopping at Ulta, check this out. You can get $5 off a $10 purchase by using the coupon code 31877. The deal expires Dec. 31.
(Thanks, Hard Times Newsletter)

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Reminder: Free mp3s

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 28, 2009

Just a reminder to make sure you click here to get a $3 credit from the Amazon mp3 store. I mentioned it a few days ago, but the offer ends Nov. 30, so don’t delay!

Redbox free rental codes

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 28, 2009

Feel like winding down after a weekend of eating and/or shopping? Here are Redbox codes that will supposedly get you a free rental. (Reminder: If you use a code, don’t reserve the DVD online. Instead, enter the code at the kiosk.) If you’re not familiar with Redbox, I talked about it here.
DLLNS26
5HY9V24
If the above codes [...]

Fredflare.com free shipping!

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 28, 2009

For this weekend only, my favorite place to shop, FredFlare.com, is offering free shipping! There isn’t even a minimum purchase! Just use discount code awesome when you check out.
This is so tempting, so very tempting…

$5 subscription to Real Simple

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 27, 2009

From now until December 1, you buy a $5 subscription to Real Simple magazine from Amazon.com! It’s a great treat for yourself or as a gift. There are also a few other $5 deals, including Food & Wine, Cosmopolitan, and Southern Living.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 26, 2009

It’s been a difficult year. But today is a day to give thanks. We have much to give thanks for, even if current circumstances aren’t ideal.
This morning I flipped on the Hallmark Channel, hoping that “The Golden Girls” may be on, but really expecting to see another Hallmark family classic snooze-fest of a movie. But [...]

Tons of $5 albums

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 26, 2009

As part of its Black Friday sale, Amazon is offering over 600 $5 mp3 albums. Whoa!
The sale has already started, so check it out!

Free Langhorne Slim song

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 26, 2009

For a limited time, you can download “Be Set Free” by Langhorn Slim for free from Amazon.

Tulle Black Friday sale

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 26, 2009

This Friday is Black Friday. I’m sure you weren’t aware of that. No one’s really advertised it. Perhaps just maybe you’ve seen a commercial here or there. (If I have to see that stupid Target commercial with the crazy blonde lady one more freakin’ time…)
Anyway, I’m not a fan of Black Friday. While I certainly [...]

Free country playlist

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 25, 2009

If you’re a country fan, listen up. People.com is offering a free download of 10 country songs from iTunes. Click here to check it out. It features …. people I’ve never heard of because I’m fairly ignorant about what gets played on country radio.
As an aside, in case you were wondering, I don’t always post [...]

Pumped for pumpkin

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 25, 2009

With Thanksgiving almost here, I’m probably late in talking about pumpkin recipes. But better late than never, right?
I’m not a huge fan of pumpkin, but I find that when it’s baked with a bunch of sugar, it’s suddenly delicious!
First I want to alert you about the best pumpkin bread ever. Ever!!! 22,000 people agree with [...]

Pinkberry alert!

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 24, 2009

If you live near a Pinkberry, you should know a couple things:

I am crazy jealous of you.
Pinkberry now has chocolate! yogurt.
Here is a coupon for a Buy One Get One Free small yogurt with toppings.
You’re welcome.

(Thanks for the tip, Misty)

Amazon mp3 deal

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 24, 2009

From Nov. 23-30, you can get a $3 credit at the Amazon.com mp3 store!
Click here to get the code.

$12 Threadless T-shirts

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 24, 2009

This week is $12 T-shirt week at Threadless. Talk about awesome and affordable gifts!

(Thanks, Yugo, for the tip!)

Stuff you want – for free!

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 24, 2009

They say that giving is better than receiving.
But receiving is still pretty fun. Especially when it’s something you actually want.
Enter Apartment Therapy’s annual Holiday Giveaway. Each day you can enter to win 6 gifts from their family of blogs (Apartment Therapy, The Kitchn, ohdeedoh, unpluggd and re-nest), and there is some cool stuff. You can [...]

Check out Redbox

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 24, 2009

If you haven’t tried Redbox, you are missing out.
That’s quite a statement, but it’s true. For only $1, you can rent DVDs that normally cost $5 at Blockbuster and the like. The rentals are for 24 hours only (due by 9 p.m.), but for a dollar, who’s complaining?
Here’s how it works:
Go to the Redbox web [...]

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Something for the dudes! (and sporty-minded ladies)

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 23, 2009

Do you struggle every year with buying gifts for the men in your life? For me, finding a Christmas gift for my dad (and birthday gift on Dec. 17) is the most difficult shopping of the year.
If you’re also in that boat – whether it’s fathers, siblings, significant others, etc. – I have an idea! [...]

Movie popcorn – resist!

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 22, 2009

I rarely see movies in the theater. Sometimes I go to a local $3 discount theater, but even that’s a pretty rare event. I love to watch movies, but I’d rather get them for free from the library than pay $12.
That said, when I do go to the movie theater, I am always tempted to [...]

Free shipping alerts

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 21, 2009

Check out this web site for a daily list of retailers offering free shipping. It’s a handy tool for the holiday shopping season!
(Photo from flickr member tiarescott with Creative Commons license.)

Nike Store clearance sale

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 21, 2009

If you’ve been thinking about buying athletic shoes or apparel, check out this post for clearance deals and free shipping from the Nike Store.

H&M outerwear sale

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 21, 2009

I like H&M, especially their outerwear. Some of their regular clothes I find to be a little lacking in the quality of construction, but I’ve been pleasantly surprised by the durability of their coats. I have a trench coat and a winter coat from there that I wear all the time.
From Nov. 19-25, H&M is [...]

Deals at New York & Company

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 21, 2009

New York & Company is offering some good promo codes:
Coupon code: 2819
($25 OFF $75)
Coupon code: 2820
($60 OFF $150)
Coupon code: 2821
($90 OFF $200)
Coupon code: 1650
($25 OFF $75)
Coupon code: 1723
($60 OFF $150)
Coupon code: 1724
($90 OFF $200)
The codes are online only and expire 11/24.

Free month of Amazon Prime

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 21, 2009

With the holidays approaching, you might be planning on buying from Amazon. If so, check out this post about a free 1-month trial of Amazon Prime (you can cancel after the 1st month) where you get free 2-day shipping on everything!

Seattle Metro alerts

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 19, 2009

(This one’s for Seattle peeps.)
You know what’s not cute? Waiting outside in the snow for 2 hours for a bus that might never come. Now that the weather is turning colder, you can’t help but be reminded of last year’s Snowpocalypse and the Metro debacle *shiver*.
This year Metro is trying to up their communication efforts. Here [...]

Gaiam 99-cent shipping

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 19, 2009

Gaiam is offering 99-cent shipping if you use the code EMSH99 at checkout. It expires December 8.
Gaiam sells a variety of natural and organic-themed items, ranging from home stuff to exercise apparel to exercise equipment, especially yoga and pilates. They also have a very affordable Outlet Sale section.
(Thanks, Seattle Moms Deal Finder)

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GIVE Seattle

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 18, 2009

Check out GIVE Seattle – it’s a really awesome and cheap! album. It’s nice to have for yourself and also a great gift. And it benefits charity.
For only $7, you can download an mp3 album featuring over 25 tracks from Seattle artists, including: Fleet Foxes, Grand Archives, Head Like a Kite, Hey Marseilles, Mt. St. [...]

Good for the Soul

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 16, 2009

If you’re a fan of Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings (and friends), check out Amazon’s daily deal: Daptone Gold for $2.99. It’s 24 songs for $3!

Free airport WiFi

Posted by: cutecheapstuff on: November 15, 2009

I know I’m late in reporting this, but now through January 15, Google is offering free WiFi in 47 airports in the U.S. Click here to see a list of participating airports.
You can also get free WiFi on all Virgin America flights through January 15. I flew Virgin for the first time (yeah, I know…) [...]