Jan 24 | Household Tips
Declutterathon Day 16: Work on your Filing System
Well, I actually think I’ll be working on this task in little chunks all week long. đ It’s going to take me a while! I have actually started to overhaul our current system so it’s less messy and easier to deal with. We currently have two plastic file totes like this and I want to combine our household papers into one. I want the other one for Simply Frugal bills, contracts and the like.
Here are a few filing systems that I thought I’d take a look at:
Related:Â Tips to Tame the Paper Clutter
Do you have a system that works well for you? Â Care to share your tips in the comments?
Download and print the Declutterathon Calendar here.
Iâll will be posting random progress reports throughout the week over in the Simply Frugal Facebook group and Instagram! Follow me on Instagram @simplyfrugal and use the hashtag #declutterathon to get updates and see what others are up to during the challenge! If youâre on Pinterest, be sure to follow my organization board for interesting organization links!
Jan 24 | Canada Deals
The January Baby Savings Event is on now at Amazon.ca! This is a perfect time to stock up on essentials and even save on baby shower gifts!
Here are a few of my picks:
Shop the full Baby Savings Event here.
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Jan 24 | Canada Deals
Here’s a great deal on a basic kettle! Get the Salton 1 L Cordless Jug Kettle in black or white for only $14.98. (reg. $19.99.) Here are some details:
- Stainless steel heating element resists corrosion and scale build up
- Auto ‘boil and off’ switch automatically shuts kettle off when water starts boiling
- Water level windows on both sides of the kettle, perfect for left or right hand use
- Hinged lid for easy filling
- Automatic safety shut-off cuts power if kettle is plugged in Dry and stay cool handle with soft rubberized grip
Shop online at Amazon.ca here.
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Jan 24 | Canada Deals
The Mid-Season sale is on now at Bentley! Save 30 – 75% off a huge selection of luggage, briefcases, gloves, lapdesks, Water bottles and more!
You will be sure to find something for yourself and your loved ones!
Shop online at ShopBentley.com here. Sale ends February 5, 2018 at 11:59pm EST.
If it’s Swiss Gear products you’re after, Bentley has a 25% off coupon code for you. Use coupon code SWISS25. (Ends January 28, 2018)
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Jan 23 | Coupons, Printable Coupons
Oxy has a new high value printable coupon for you! Print this new coupon and save $3.00 off any Oxy Product.
Coupon expires February 27, 2019.
Click here to get your Oxy coupon!
Jan 23 | Canada Deals, Freebies
Swagbucks is hosting another round of Shopping Swago! What is SWAGO you ask? It’s a bingo-inspired promotion run by Swagbucks, a website that rewards you with points (called SB) for completing everyday online activities. You can redeem those SB for free gift cards. If you’ve never used Swagbucks, participating in SWAGO is a great introduction to the site and an easy way to earn a good amount of points quickly.
Click here to get started!
Hereâs what you need to know to get your 25 SB Bonus (and donât worry, you donât have to make a purchase to complete a pattern):
- Click here to go directly to the Swago Page! If you’re not a member yet, you can join here – it takes 30 seconds. Make sure you hit âJoinâ otherwise you wonât get credit for completing the action items. Each square on your Swago Board will contain an action item to complete.
- Once you complete the action item in a particular square the square will change color signifying the action item is complete.
- You have a limited amount of time to mark off as many squares as possible so use your time wisely.
- Be mindful of the patterns and their corresponding bonuses located on the right of your Swago Board. The patterns will vary in difficulty and bonus value.
- Once youâve achieved a pattern the corresponding âSubmitâ button will light up. You can have multiple patterns available for submission, however, you can only submit ONE pattern so choose wisely.
- The game ends Friday, January 26th at 12pm PDT/3pm EDT. So make sure to hit âSubmitâ on the pattern you wish to submit. If you donât hit âSubmitâ before the game ends you wonât receive your SB bonus.
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Jan 23 | Freebies
If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, The Home Depot has a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Kids can learn how to build their very own Valentine Bean Bag Toss out of wood!
This workshop is happening Saturday, February 10, 2018 from 10am – 12pm at your local Home Depot.
Find all the details here.
Jan 23 | Canada Deals
Right now you can grab a Rubbermaid LunchBlox Salad Kit Food Storage Container from Amazon.ca for only $9.47. (Also $9.47 from Walmart.ca.) Here are some details:
- Modular containers snap and stack to each other and are designed to fit the LunchBlox Lunch Bag for easy transportation (lunch bag sold separately)
- Reusable Blue Ice freezer pack snaps to food containers to keep lunch cool
- Each container is marked with handy measurement guides for easy, nutritious lunches
- Freezer, Microwave, and Dishwasher Safe; BPA-free
- LunchBlox Salad Kit includes (1) 5.2 Cup Salad Container, (1) 1.8 oz. Dressing Container, (1)1.5 Cup Divided Tray, (1) Blue Ice Pack
Shop online at Amazon.ca here.
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Jan 23 | Canada Deals
Do you do a lot of paper cutting? Maybe it’s time to invest in this Swingline 2-In-1 Rotary/Guillotine Trimmer! Today only, you can get it for only $35.89 from Amazon.ca. (reg. $59) Here are some details:
- Combination guillotine and rotary trimmer meets all trimming needs in one convenient unit; 12 cutting length and 10 sheet capacity with guillotine blade
- Paper guide for precision cutting and extra rotary blade storage compartment
- Lightweight with carrying handle for ultimate portability and extremely durable, plastic base and construction; Anti-skid rubber-Feet
- 3 rotary blades included, Straight, 8 sheet capacity, Perforated, 6 sheet capacity and Wave, 5 sheet capacity
- Size 17 x 3.7 x 14-Inch ; Grey; 90 Day Warranty
Shop online at Amazon.ca here.
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Jan 23 | Household Tips
Declutterathon Day 15: Refill and Purge Those Spices
I don’t know what it is, but I often have quite a few empty spice jars in the cupboard. (Actually, it’s called laziness đ ) It’s mostly a simple task refilling the spice jars, but it’s one of my most dreaded things to do. It ranks up there with putting the clean laundry and dishes away.
As I like to do with these Declutterathon posts, I like to provide as much useful information as I can. (Also keep in mind that these activities are just suggestions, but the intent is to help you rid your home of a lot of clutter by the end of January.)  Since today’s activity in my home is refilling the spices I’ve got some links to spice organization ideas and tips regarding the shelf life of spices!
I want to know, how old is your oldest spice that you found lurking in the back? đ
Download and print the Declutterathon Calendar here.
Iâll will be posting random progress reports throughout the week over in the Simply Frugal Facebook group and Instagram! Follow me on Instagram @simplyfrugal and use the hashtag #declutterathon to get updates and see what others are up to during the challenge! If youâre on Pinterest, be sure to follow my organization board for interesting organization links!
