Nov 3 | Canada Deals
Keep your head warm and listen to music at the same time with this deal! Get a Miserwe Bluetooth Beanie Hat from Amazon.ca for $15.99! (reg. $18.99). Here are some details:
- Bluetooth beanie headphone built-in microphone, hands free calling. 1.5-2h charging time and 21h standby time, if you get the bluetooth Beanie Hat, You can enjoy listening to music for a long time, and you don't have to worry about waiting for charging for too long.
- Bluetooth Beanie Hat fully washable, unisex, stretchable, one size fits all sizes and shapes. Thicker and higher quality knit material to stay warm great for best friend gifts. Fine workmanship, comfortable and warm. No shedding, no deformation, no shrinkage.
- Bluetooth Beanie Hat universal bluetooth v5.0 technology with forward/backward compatibility to connect to all other bluetooth enabled media player devices. Upgraded bluetooth beanie hat features in latest bluetooth V5.0 technology, available for most devices with bluetooth function.
Shop online at Amazon.ca here.
Oct 31 | Canada Deals
Under Amour shorts for 50% off! Woo! Get a pair of Under Armour Womens Play Up 2.0 Shorts for only $14.88 from Amazon.ca! (reg. $30). Here are some details:
- Soft, lightweight knit construction delivers superior comfort & breathability
- Convenient side hand pockets
- Material wicks sweat & dries really fast
- Anti odor technology prevents the growth of odor causing microbes
- Anti pill/anti pick finish adds extra durability
Shop online at Amazon.ca here.
Oct 31 | Canada Deals
This is a pretty amazing deal on a hoverboard! It has a few steps to get the deal, but I'll tell you how!
The GOTRAX Hoverboard with LED 6.5 inch Wheels is on sale for $219.99 from Amazon.ca, but you can get it for only $139.40!
First of all, you will want to check the $40 Amazon coupon that is located under the $219.99 price tag. Next add the hoverboard to your cart. When you are checking out, enter code WDUWT5FQ in the promotional code area. When all is said and done, you should see the $40 coupon savings, plus $39.60 in promotional savings. That makes the total just $139.40.
Shop online at Amazon.ca here.
Oct 30 | Canada Deals
Today only, get a 4 pack of Tile Stickers from Amazon.ca for $49.99! (reg. $74.99). Here are some details:
- FIND REMOTES, GADGETS & MORE: Tile Sticker features an adhesive back, making it easy to stick onto your remote control or other gadgets; This finder and free app work with iOS and Android; Keep track of more for less or give them as a gift
- FIND NEARBY: Use the Tile app to ring your Tile Sticker when it’s within 150 feet
- FIND FAR AWAY: When outside of Bluetooth range, use the Tile app to view your Tile’s most recent location or enlist the safe and anonymous help of the Tile Network
- FIND YOUR PHONE: Use your Tile to find your phone, even when it’s on silent
Shop online at Amazon.ca here.
Oct 30 | Freebies
Holidays are crazy busy, and anything that we can do to get ahead of the holiday hustle and bustle would help make the holidays that much merrier and brighter, right?
Well, I’ve got a FREE event to tell you about! Erin from MyFreezEasy is hosting a fun event to show you how easy it is to make freezer meals. When you sign up for the free event you’ll be emailed a Deck the Freezer Meal Plan. This includes the recipes, freezing instructions and shopping list for these three slow cooker meals:
- Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
- Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken
- Slow Cooker Balsamic & Brown Sugar Pulled Pork
The “Deck the Freezer Party” meal plan makes a total of 6 meals for your freezer!
The Deck Your Freezer event is happening between November 2 – 6, 2020 you’ll be able to join Erin online to fill your freezer! She’ll be providing encouragement and inspiration to help you along the way.
Oct 30 | Canada Deals
This is a great deal on a 10 cup food processor! It has over 10,000 reviews and is nearly rated 5 stars! Get the Hamilton Beach 10 Cup Food Processor from Amazon.ca for $49.99. (reg. $89.99). Here are some details:
- Bowl Scraping feature allows user to scrape ingredients while processor is running
- 2 speeds plus pulse and 450 Watts of power
- Stainless Steel reversible slicing/shredding disc and chopping blade, dishwasher safe removable parts
- Large feed tube fits a whole block of cheese and means less food preparation
- Includes a 5 year limited warranty from Hamilton Beach
Shop online at Amazon.ca here.
Oct 30 | Canada Deals
Get a big bottle of Lysol Laundry Additive for a great price from Amazon.ca! If it is on sale for less than $10, you are getting a great deal!. Here are some details:
- Eliminates bacteria like Staphylococcus Aureus & Klebsiella pneumoniae, simply add to rinse cycle
- Contains 0% bleach, works even in cold water
- Gentle on most fabrics including whites & colors
- Works in all standard & HE machines
- Suitable for children's clothes, gym clothes, underwear, towels, bedding & delicates
Shop online at Amazon.ca here.
Oct 30 | Money Saving Tips, Budgeting, Frugal Living, Holidays, Organization
Are you excited to work your way to a more organized Christmas? Today marks the first day and task in the 8 Weeks to a More Organized Christmas series that I hope will be super helpful to you!
Before we get started, I have a whole bunch of printables and checklists for you to print out to help you along:
Alright, on to the first task, an important one. 🙂 This week, if you haven’t already, sit down with a hot cup of tea, coffee, hot chocolate… and create your holiday budget. This is what you think your holiday season will cost and will allow you to put limits on your holiday spending to keep you from shopping regrets if a credit card bill comes your way!
Related: How to Have a Merry Christmas Without Spending a Dime
Here is an extensive list of things you should keep in mind when you create your holiday budget:
Gifts:
- spouse
- kids
- parents
- siblings
- nieces/nephews
- grandparents
- neighbors
- coworkers
- friends
- secret Santa gift exchanges
Activities/Events/Parties:
- tickets
- dining out
- clothing
Food (not including regular groceries):
- baking ingredients
- dessert ingredients
- Christmas eve
- Christmas dinner/brunch
- Boxing day
- parties
Cards:
- stamps
- cards/envelopes
- stationary for family newsletter
- photos
Clothing:
- outfits for photos
- parties
- Christmas day outfit
Decorations:
- tree
- lights
- ornaments/candles/wreath/etc.
- craft supplies
Giving:
Now, these suggestions are just a guideline. Every family is different and has different needs. My intent is to bring to mind every possible thing that could incur an expense during the holiday season. I’m sure many of you won’t even spend money on half of these things this year. Also, in my mind, the more planning you do, the more money you will save and the saner you will feel. 🙂
As for my family, we only buy gifts for immediate family and a couple of close friends. My husband and I only exchange stockings. I make some homemade gifts as well as collect credits throughout the year so I can do some online shopping for “free”. Of course, I search for deals too. I will probably buy a few inexpensive Christmas decorations this year. This year, I’m toying with the idea of having a cookie decorating party with the girls’ friends. I think that would be fun! As for any party that we are invited to, I like to bring some baking along.
But enough about us. 🙂
If after writing down your expenses, you’re scared of the number you see, you have two options: Decrease your expenses or increase your income.
Decrease your expenses
To make a happy holiday season, you really don’t need to spend a lot of money. In fact, I’m daring to say, that being extravagant in your spending can be overwhelming not only to you, but the recipient as well. When I was a child, one set of grandparents used to be quite extreme in their gift giving. It was SO exciting, but I remember being quite overwhelmed with all the gifts once Christmas was over.
Gift giving is probably the easiest expense to cut back on. If you have a large extended family, consider drawing names so each member is only responsible for one gift. Or do what our family does and only give gifts to the children. My parents have also started to set a $20 limit on each other in recent years. Jesse and I exchange stockings.
Setting a price limit on each gift will allow you to shop within that budget. If your limit on sister Sue is $30, then that $50 purse is off limits.
It’s possible to decrease your food budget too by shopping the sales and limiting the baking and Christmas dishes you prepare.
When it comes to decorations, why not create some memories by making some homemade decorations? (I’ll be featuring some ideas in a few weeks) Or read my Fond, Frugal Christmas Memory post for a fun Christmas tree idea.
Increase your Income
If decreasing your holiday expenses is not an option, then consider increasing your income. Many retailers hire for the holiday season (and may offer an employee discount!).
A couple of other ideas are to:
- Sell extra baking to those that may not have much time to create their own.
- Sell unwanted household items for cash (make room for new stuff too!)
What are your tips for staying on budget at Christmas time?
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