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Amazing Xbox Deal - For Two Hours TODAY ONLY

2009-11-07T12:42:00.003-06:00

Wow! This is a great Xbox Deal. Today only between 12:00pm PST to 1:59PM PST if you buy the Xbox 360 Arcade at the special promotional price of $199.98, you will ALSO receive a $100 promotional code usable towards any future purchase at Amazon (items that are shipped and sold by Amazon.com).

To qualify for the promotional code, you need to go through this Xbox Gold Box Deal Link to purchase an Xbox 360 Arcade from 12:00pm PST to 1:59PM PST. Only one (1) promotional code will be sent per household. Promotional codes received as a result of this promotion will expire at 11:59pm PST on 12/31/2009. The promotional code will not be reflected at checkout when you purchase the Xbox 360 Arcade; instead, it will be sent via email (along with instructions for use) seven (7) business days after the qualifying order has shipped. Restrictions apply.

Click HERE to shop.

UPrinting Rolled Canvas Print - Giveaway

2009-11-07T11:24:00.004-06:00

UPrinting offers a fabulous way to make a special work of art from your favorite photos. The canvas prints are offered in both a rolled product that is ready for custom stretching and a stretched canvas that can be purchased in preset sizes.Your photos are printed on a thick, high quality artist canvas with a matte finish. Poly-cotton blend makes this canvas ultra durable. Stretched orders are coated with eco-friendly protective satin coating. You can print any custom size up to 55" x 100" and there is no minimum order requirement.

Giveaway: One lucky Thrifty Jinxy reader will win a 16x20 Rolled Canvas Print from UPrinting. To enter, first see what this awesome prize looks like here. Then leave a comment describing what photo gifts you would like to have printed for your family and loved ones.

For an extra entry, write a blog post linking to both this contest and UPrinting.com and leave another comment with a link to your post. You can also receive an extra entry by tweeting about the giveaway and leaving a comment with your link.

Rules: All entries must be received by 11:59 PM CST 11/13/09. One entry per person, except for extra entries for blogging or tweeting. Entrants must be at least 18 years old. Prize will only be shipped free to US. Winner must respond to the winning e-mail within 24 hours or a new winner will be selected. Your e-mail address will only be used to contact you if you win.

Free Access to Care.com This Weekend Only

2009-11-07T04:59:00.001-06:00

Care.com helps you find local child care, special needs care, tutoring, private lessons, senior home care, pet care, housekeeping and more. Care.com provides a trusted place for families and care providers to easily connect, share caregiving experiences, and get advice. The company addresses the unique lifecycle of care needs that each family may go through — including child care, special needs care, tutoring, senior care, pet care, housekeeping and more. The service enables families to find and select the best care possible based on detailed profiles, background checks, and references for hundreds of thousands of mom-reviewed providers who are seeking to share their services.

This weekend only (Friday through Sunday) Care.com is offering free member access where you can search for caregivers for free. For more details visit them HERE.

Calphalon Cookware Drastically Reduced - Up to 80% Off!

2009-11-06T14:47:00.003-06:00

Amazon is having a CRAZY sale on Calphalon right now. The prices are slashed drastically low, as much as 80% off! This is a great chance to get high quality cookware either for yourself or as a gift at a low price. If you know anyone getting married in the next year or so it would make a great shower gift - definitely worth buying now and saving for the right occasion.

A few of the items are listed below. If you look at any of these pages and then look below the item description where it says "Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought" you will see LOTS more. I have no idea how fast these will sell out - - it usually happens pretty fast when Amazon puts Calphalon on sale at these prices. DON'T FORGET: Shipping is FREE when you order $25 or more.

Calphalon Commercial Hard-Anodized 12-Inch Everyday Pan with Lid
List Price: $168.00
Price: $32.99
You Save: $135.01 (80%)

Calphalon Commercial Nonstick 10-Inch International Griddle/Crepe Pan
List Price: $85.00
Price: $25.99
You Save: $59.01 (69%)

Calphalon Commercial Hard-Anodized 2-1/2-Quart Shallow Saucepan with Lid
List Price: $119.00
Price: $29.99
You Save: $89.01 (75%)

Calphalon Commercial Hard-Anodized 9-Piece Cookware Set
List Price: $492.00
Price: $179.99
You Save: $312.01 (63%)

Free Camo Hat and $10 Bass Pro Shops Gift Card from Copenhagen

2009-11-06T13:56:00.002-06:00

Get a free camo hat and a $10 Bass Pro Shops gift card from Copenhagen:

Visit Freshcope.com and register or login. If you haven't registered before, you will need to provide info from your driver's license since it is a Tobacco site.

After logging in, click on “Hunting for a better Wintergreen?” in the middle of the page to get to the “Join the Hunt” game.

Play the game for just a few moments and you'll get your free hat. If you finish all 3 levels (it’s pretty simple), you’ll receive a $10 Bass Pro Shops gift card.

Thanks Freebie Spot!

(Just as a disclaimer - - I do not personally advocate tobacco use.)

Free Soccer Ball from Scott with 3 UPC Codes

2009-11-05T17:11:00.006-06:00

This is a nice, easy deal since it doesn't require any receipts, shipping fee, etc.: Cut out three or more UPC codes from any SCOTT® products* and mail them along with your first and last name, complete address and phone number to:

Soccer Ball Offer
8250 NW 27th Street, Suite 301
Miami, FL 33122

Offer begins on October 15th, 2009 and ends on November 15th, 2009, or while supplies last. Letter must be postmarked by November 16th, 2009 and must be received by no later than November 30th, 2009. Read the details on the Scott web site HERE.

FREE Sun-rype Fruitsource Bar at GNC

2009-11-05T16:35:00.002-06:00

Get a FREE Sun-rype Fruitsource Bar at GNC with the printable coupon available HERE. They also have a printable coupon for $2 off a box of 15 bars.

Earn Money from Twitter with Sponsored Tweets

2009-11-05T15:22:00.003-06:00

I know that many of you readers already use Twitter. It's a great way to find deals, interact with others and enter fun contests and sweepstakes. But, did you know that you can also use it to make money?

Sponsored Tweets is a new Twitter advertising platform that connects advertisers with tweeters. Advertisers can create sponsored conversations on Twitter. Tweeters can earn money for spreading the word. It's very simple to do and only takes about a minute or two to set up your tweet when an opportunity is available. I have been a member for about a month, sent out 8 tweets (which are done for you automatically) and have $26 in my account!

If it sounds interesting to you, check it out and sign up HERE.

Pledge to Spend Time with Your Kids & Enter to Win a Frigidaire Professional Double Wall Oven

2009-11-05T13:14:00.003-06:00

For more than 75 years, Save the Children has been helping children survive and thrive by focusing on early childhood education, literacy and physical activity and nutrition programs.

Save the Children created the CHANGE program (Creating Healthy, Active, and Nurturing Growing-up Environments) to promote healthier lifestyles for children living in poverty by providing nutritious snacks and regular opportunities for children to be physically active.

Now, you can help. Raise your hand today to reveal your pledge to make time for your child, and Frigidaire will donate $1 to Save the Children's U.S. Programs. Also thanks to Frigidaire and their collection of appliances designed with time-saving features for busy Moms, every day you pledge your time, you'll be entered for a chance to win a new Frigidaire Professional double wall oven. Click HERE to make your pledge.

BlogHer '10 Sponsors Needed - Support a Hard-Working Blogger!

2009-11-05T10:56:00.002-06:00

The time has come to prepare for BlogHer '10,which I am excited to say will be held in the Best City in the World - New York! I had the amazing opportunity to attend my first BlogHer conference this year. At BlogHer '09 roughly 1,500 woman bloggers came together to learn, socialize, network and party! It was a wonderful learning opportunity and I met so many great people in the blogging and PR community.

BlogHer '10 will be held August 6-7, 2010 and I'm looking for a sponsor (or sponsors) to help me attend. If you have worked with me before, you know I will do an awesome job of promoting your brand before, during and after the conference.

Why should your company sponsor me at BlogHer '10?

This is your chance to have your brand represented at a gathering of neary 2,000 vocal and influential women. In exchange for your sponsorship I can do any or all of the following:

Post about your company and how grateful I am for your sponsorship here at Thrifty Jinxy and/or at Beauty by Jinxy. I will be posting updates before, during and after BlogHer '10 and you will be credited in every post.

Tweets promoting your company before, during and post-conference.

I can wear clothing promoting your company, whether it be logo t-shirts, your clothing or jewelry line, tote/messenger bag with your logo, etc.

I will distribute your business cards and/or promotional items to fellow-attendees as well as share information about your brand with them. You know how those convention people like swag!

Side bar advertising on my blog with 125x125 ad space.

Dedicated post(s) about your company, product or brand either before or after BlogHer '09 (your choice) as well as a reader giveaway if you choose. (Thrifty Jinxy currently has over 1,800 e-mail newsletter subscribers, around 10,000 unique page views per month, and just shy of 2,000 Twitter followers.)

I am open to other suggestions. Flexibility is my motto!

Either full or partial sponsorship can be arranged. If you would like to sponsor the entire trip, that is awesome, but I would be happy to work with a sponsorship for hotel only, for conference fees only, etc. Please email me directly so we can formulate a sponsorship relationship that works for YOU.

If you can't do a sponsorship at this time, but just want a throw a few bucks toward the trip my way, please use the PayPal donation button below. Thanks!

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Free Book: The Purpose of Christmas by Rick Warren

2009-11-04T22:45:00.002-06:00

The Purpose of Christmas, by Rick Warren, focuses on the three purposes of Christmas: Celebration, Salvation and Reconciliation. Click HERE to request a free copy. Offer is limited to the first 5,000 requests.

Free Thanksgiving Recipe eBook

2009-11-04T22:33:00.000-06:00

Hot Printable Dairy Coupons for MN, ND, SD, IA, IL, KS, AR, OK, & MO

2009-11-04T18:39:00.003-06:00

If you're lucky enough to live in the states of MN, ND, SD, IA, IL, KS, AR, OK, or MO, you can print some great dairy coupons from Coupons.com. They are valid on ANY brand and are for:

$1.50 off any 2 lbs cheese

$1 off 1/2 gallon any brand chocolate milk with purchase of 2 gallons of milk

.75 off 6 cartons of yogurt

To print, just visit Coupons.com and plug in your zip code. If you live in one of the states listed above, the coupons will appear in the list of all available coupons to print.

Disney's A Christmas Carol: An IMAX Experience - Giveaway

2009-11-04T11:41:00.006-06:00

This weekend is the opening of Disney's A Christmas Carol: An IMAX Experience. To celebrate, Resourceful Mommy is hosting a Twitter Party tomorrow night 11/5/09 9 to 10 p.m. ET with the hashtag #XmasIMAX. 13 prizes will be given away during the party. You can get more info and register for the party HERE.

Besides joining in on the Twitter party, you can also enter to win a prize pack that consists of one Disney’s A Christmas Carol poster and one book, “Disney’s A Christmas Carol: Movie Storybook” by commenting right here at Thrifty Jinxy. To enter become a Fan of IMAX on Facebook and then leave a comment on this post before Wednesday, 11/11 at 11:59 PM EST. Several blogs are participating in this giveaway. One winner will be chosen by the sponsor from all eligible comments. IMAX will also be giving away prizes through Facebook all weekend long.

Free Ziploc Gift Pack Through Coupons.com

2009-11-04T09:48:00.005-06:00

Hurry and get a Ziploc Gift Pack from Right@Home that includes samples and coupons. It is limited to the first 10,000 requests. Visit Coupons.com and browse through until you see the offer - I found it on the third page. When you find it, click it and fill out your info right away. If you click it and don't fill in your info, the offer will NOT be there if you go back from the same computer again.

Chocolate: A Love Story: 65 Chocolate Dessert Recipes from Max Brenner's Private Collection - Review & Giveaway

2009-11-04T08:35:00.005-06:00

Chocolate: A Love Story is a collection of 65 chocolate dessert recipes from Max Brenner's private collection.

From the publisher: With gigantic vats of churning chocolate, desserts like their famous chocolate pizza, and 12 varieties of hot chocolate served in custom mugs, Max Brenner, Chocolate by the Bald Man has turned their line of hip, colorful themed restaurants into an international sensation.. Chocolate: A Love Story is a vibrant new cookbook that includes 65 original recipes narrated in the quirky, captivating voice of Max Brenner, the restaurant's visionary founder and "bald man." Bold original illustrations inspired by Art Deco poster graphics, full-color photographs, easy-to-follow, delicious recipes, and a serving of Max's unique vision for spreading "chocolate culture" around the world make this book a must for every chocolate lover.

Warning: Do NOT browse through this book on an empty stomach! I made the mistake of doing that and think I started to drool a little. There are so many fantastic recipes in this book - from the simple to the fancy. It has a number of sections including breakfast items, pastries, pies, cookies, drinks, "Street Food & Chocolate in Harmony" and more. One recipe that sounds amazingly good to me is Veg-Out Chocolate Cornflake Wraps. You make a crepe-like wrap, spread it with a chocolate-hazelnut spread, choppped brazil nuts, cornflakes and coconut - then roll it up! I haven't tried any of the recipes yet, but plan to when I get a spare hour or two - I wish I had Max Brenner here to just make them for me! One of the things that is cool about the book also leads to my one criticism of it. Each recipe has an accompanying page of either illustration or photograph. The illustrations are really cool "artsy" compilations, but it means that when a recipe has one of these pieces of art next to it there is NO photograph, which I really would like to see. I'm thinking this book would make a great Christmas gift for a chocolate lover on your list!

Giveaway: Hachettte Publishing sent me an extra copy of Chocolate: A Love Story: 65 Chocolate Dessert Recipes from Max Brenner's Private Collection that I would like to share with one lucky Thrifty Jinxy reader. To enter, check out Chocolate: A Love Story here and read a few other reviews if you would like. Then fill out the form below to enter.

Rules: All entries must be received by 11:59 PM CST 11/13/09. One entry per person, except for extra entries (see below). Entrants must be at least 18 years old and reside within the United States. Winner must respond to the winning e-mail within 48 hours or a new winner will be selected.

Extra entries: You can get up to 7 extra entries in the giveaway by doing things like subscribing, following, etc. You can also get an easy extra entry by voting for me HERE. (One vote per day.) Click here to see how to get your extra entries.

Disclosure: I received a free copy of this book to write my review. I was not compensated in any other way.

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Use Leftover Halloween Candy in These Yummy Recipes

2009-11-04T00:17:00.001-06:00

Last year after Halloween I posted the cookie recipe below, which is a great way to use up any "extra" Halloween candy. Besides the recipe below, I have found one more use. Cut up the candy into small (i.e. chocolate chip sized) pieces and add them to pancake batter. Not the healthiest breakfast in the world,but super delicious!

In this cookie recipe, the candy bars will melt into the cookies and end up being VERY yummy!

1 1/4 C. flour
3/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 C. butter, softened
1/2 C. sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla
1 C. any type chocolate candy bar, cut into 1/2" pieces

1. Preheat oven to 325 F.
2. Mix flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
3. In large bowl, beat butter and sugar on medium speed and until fluffy and smooth, about 30 seconds.
4. Blend in egg and vanilla.
5. Reduce mixer speed and add flour mixture, mixing just until flour is incorporated.
6. Gently mix in candy bar pieces.
7. Drop batter by large tablespoons on baking sheets. Bake for approximately 8 minutes, watching to prevent burning.
8. Remove while warm to prevent sticking and cool on wire racks.

If you would like more recipes for specific candy bars, check out this great list I found: Candy Bar Recipes

Find more great Works for Me Wednesday posts at We Are That Family.

$3 Printable Coupon for Arm & Hammer Clumping Cat Litter

2009-11-03T21:16:00.003-06:00

Arm & Hammer Clumping Cat Litter, now with new Ammonia Odor Block Formula, is the only litter to combine powerful Baking Soda Crystals and Ammonia Odor Neutralizers to destroy the worst odors instantly – even nasty ammonia odors caused by the breakdown of urine. Plus, the ultra-fast clumping formula immediately absorbs and locks in moisture, making it easy to scoop.

You can print a $3.00 off coupon HERE. It's been a few years since I have tried Arm & Hammer litter, but think I might give it another shot with a high value coupon like this (if I can combine it with a sale of course!)

Free 2010 Calendar from Eukanuba

2009-11-03T08:55:00.007-06:00

Get a FREE 2010 calendar from Eukanuba and Canine Companions for Independence.

Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) is a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly-trained assistance dogs for children and adults with disabilities. See the service dogs in this free calendar, courtesy of CCI and Eukanuba.

Click HERE to request.

Free Medium Pizza at Papa John's with $10 Purchase

2009-11-03T07:43:00.001-06:00

Become a fan of Papa John's on Facebook and get a FREE medium pizza with any online order of $10 or more. Check out their fan page HERE.

Free Photo Gift for New Snapfish Customers

2009-11-02T19:42:00.001-06:00

Snapfish has an offer for NEW customers only. Sign up for a free account and get a FREE photo gift and 50 prints free. The gift changes each day, so click below to find out the current deal and sign up. Shipping charges apply.

New Grocery Coupons from Cellfire

2009-11-02T19:36:00.002-06:00

Cellfire has updated their coupon list again. If you're not already using it, check HERE for details. These coupons are available beginning tonight, November 2, 2009. All coupons available at Kroger and Safeway stores will be available until Monday, 11/16 to save to your club card. The expiration for redemption is 11/30. Please note that dates are different for ShopRite. Coupons will be available for use with ShopRite on Sunday, 11/08. And, Saturday 11/21 is the last day they will be available on the site. They will also expire that same day.

If you're not familiar with Cellfire, check out my original post here.

Save $1.00 when you buy any TWO Pillsbury® Crescent Dinner Rolls.

Save $0.40 when you buy any flavor Box or Pouch Betty Crocker® Potatoes (Except Potato Buds®).

Save $0.50 when you buy ONE TUB any flavor/variety Betty Crocker® Frosting.

Save $0.60 when you buy 40 OZ. OR LARGER Original Bisquick® OR Bisquick Heart Smart® Baking Mix.

Save $0.50 when you buy any flavor 4.5 OZ. OR LARGER Chex Mix® OR Chex® 100 Calorie Snack.

Save $0.50 when you buy TWO any variety Green Giant® Frozen Boxed Vegetables.

Save $0.75 when you buy THREE any flavor Hamburger Helper®, Tuna Helper® OR Chicken Helper® Home Cooked Skillet Meals.

Save $0.55 when you buy any Kix® cereal - Kix®, Berry Berry Kix® OR Honey Kix®.

Save $0.40 when you buy any TWO Pillsbury® Italian Meal Breads (Includes any Loaves, Breadsticks, Dinner Rolls, and Pizza Crust).

Save $0.50 when you buy TWO packages of Pillsbury® Rolled Refrigerated Pie Crusts.

Save $0.30 when you buy TWO any size/variety Refrigerated Pillsbury® Grands!® Biscuits.

Save $0.40 when you buy any TWO Pillsbury® Sweet Rolls OR Grands!® Sweet Rolls.

Save $0.75 when you buy any TWO Pillsbury® Refrigerated Holiday Cookies.

Save $0.50 when you buy ONE any variety Progresso® Broth.

Save $0.50 when you buy TWO any flavor Progresso® Soups.

Save $1.00 when you buy any flavor Romano's Macaroni Grill® Restaurant Favorites® Dinner Kit.

Save $1.00 when you buy any flavor Yoplait® Delights Yogurt Multipack.

Save $.25 on any ONE (1) 4-pack or Larger COTTONELLE® Toilet Paper.

Save $1.00 on any package of Huggies® Diapers

Available at Kroger stores and Safeway but NOT at ShopRite:

Save $.55 when purchasing 1 box of LEAN POCKETS® brand BREAKFAST sandwiches.

Save $0.40 when you buy any flavor 17.5 OZ. OR LARGER Betty Crocker® Cookie Mix.

Save $0.50 when you buy ONE any flavor Betty Crocker® Warm Delights® Bowls OR Betty Crocker® Warm Delights® Minis Bowls.

Save $1.00 when you buy any TWO Chex® cereals.

Save $0.50 when you buy any flavor/variety Fiber One(tm) Box Muffin Mix.

Save $1.00 when you buy ONE BAG any flavor Nature Valley® Granola Nut Clusters.

Save $1.00 when you buy TWO PACKAGES any variety Pillsbury® Refrigerated Cookie Dough.

Save $0.75 when you buy any TWO Frozen Pillsbury® Grands!® Biscuits, Cinnamon Rolls, OR Mini Cinnamon Rolls.

Save $0.50 when you buy SIX any variety Yoplait® Yogurt cups OR any flavor Yoplait® Original OR Light Smoothies.

Available Only at ShopRite (and NOT at Kroger or Safeway):

Save $0.35 off your purchase of any ONE (1) Lipton® Tea Bags (any size)

Save $0.50 off your purchase of any ONE (1) Ragu® Pasta sauce (26 oz.)

Save $4 on a Scotch(tm) Fur Fighter(tm) Hair Remover Starter Kit.

You can download all of these at Cellfire.

USB Remote Controlled Race Car 70% Off

2009-11-02T18:45:00.000-06:00

Hammacher Schlemmer has introduced a new "Deal of the Week" feature. This week's deal is a USB Remote Controlled Race Car for 70% Off. It was originally $49.95, but is now only $14.95.

This stress-relieving sports car is driven using a software "steering wheel" on your computer screen instead of the typical remote. The car is capable of motion in six directions (forward and backward movement while turning) for precise steering amid a cluttered desktop or office obstacle course, and you can "toot" its horn to warn unyielding pedestrians. The racer can travel up to three feet from its USB-connected garage transmitter; after a five-minute tour, a 10-minute pit stop in the garage (which doubles as its charging station) refuels its batteries. An LED on the garage indicates when the car is fully charged. The garage door opens with a touch of a button, or via a command from the remote software.

Click HERE to order.

2010 Entertainment Books Now $5 Off PLUS Free Shipping

2009-11-02T07:52:00.000-06:00

There is a NEW offer when you buy the new Entertainment Book for 2010. They are offering a double offer of both $5 off AND free shipping.
These books are filled with Buy 1 Get 1 Free and 50% off offers for local restaurants, stores, movies and services as well as for national chains. One book can easily save you several hundred dollars during the year. If you order now, you will have well over a year to use the coupons before they expire, so it's a great time to buy!

Steaz Zero Calorie Green Tea - Print a Coupon to Try it FREE

2009-11-02T07:18:00.002-06:00

Steaz zero-calorie sparkling green teas are brewed fresh with sustainably sourced, fair trade organic green tea and naturally sweetened with leaves from the stevia plant-for a great taste that refreshes the mind, body and soul without sugar or artificial sweeteners. we use only the finest natural and organic ingredients for a healthy, refreshing soft drink you can feel good about drinking every day.

Click HERE to print a coupon to try it for FREE. Available at participating Whole Foods Markets
and natural food stores nationwide while supplies last.