Nov 2 | Canada Deals

For a limited time only save 30 – 50% off all sweaters and jeans online at Old Navy! That includes women’s, men’s ad kid’s sweaters and jeans!
Shop online at Old Navy here.
Also, today only, save 25% off your order. No coupon code needed, discount will automatically be applied at checkout. Offer not valid on Everyday Steals, Hot Deals, Today Only Deals, and Clearance merchandise (merchandise ending in $.97 and $.99).
Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more.
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Nov 2 | Money Saving Tips
Sure, slow cookers are great for roasts and chili, but did you know they can do so much more? There are literally hundreds of dishes you can prepare in your slow cooker, and they aren’t just for dinner either. Take a look at these 7 meals you may not have considered cooking in a slow cooker. So whether it be breakfast, lunch, or dinner you need to prep, you can put your slow cooker to work for you! Here are 7 ideas to get you started!

1. French toast bake.
Do you want to simplify breakfast? There are tons of recipes for slow cooker French toast. By combining a mixture of eggs, bread, water, and select spices, you can make your own French toast bake that is perfect for serving at breakfast on Sunday morning or any day of the week, really!
2. Taco casserole.
Did you ever think about preparing tacos in a slow cooker? Add your cooked ground beef, chopped veggies, cheese, and taco chips along with select seasonings and you have a taco casserole. This pairs well with a side salad and is a meal you will be happy to come home to.
3. Brownies.
Yes, you can make brownies and other cakes in your slow cooker! There are so many recipes out there that allow you to slow bake your dessert. Can you imagine how amazing your house will smell? Head to Pinterest where tons of slow cooker recipes for brownies and cake await you.
4. Biscuit/breakfast gravy.
Heading to a breakfast potluck or just want a nice Sunday breakfast? Consider preparing a breakfast or biscuit gravy in your slow cooker. You only need a few ingredients and in no time you have the perfect, creamy topping for biscuits, toast, and other breakfast items.
5. Cider/Hot chocolate.
Yes, you CAN prepare hot beverages in your slow cooker. This includes various kinds of fall cider as well as hot chocolate. Or my personal favourite, chai tea! Your slow cooker will make it easy to prepare these hot seasonal beverages in bulk, so you can easily serve a crowd!
6. Barbecue sauce.
Why not try making your own signature barbecue sauce? Your slow cooker is perfect for creating the best blend! Use a variety of ingredients and spices to create the perfect blend (ketchup, apple cider vinegar, hot sauce, etc.) and see what you can create. Your slow cooker makes it easy for you to prepare your sauce in bulk which you can then can or freeze for later.
7. Baked fruit.
Try baking fruit such as apples or peaches in your slow cooker for a sweet breakfast or dessert. You can top them with sweet seasonings for the ultimate treat! If you haven’t tried baked fruit, your slow cooker is the perfect way to experiment!
Are you ready to get creative with your slow cooker? Give one or all seven of these ideas a try. Need a recipe? The internet (especially Pinterest) is chock full of them. Give one a try!
I’d love to know what your favourite thing to make in the slow cooker is. Let me know in the comments below!
Nov 2 | Holidays, Homemade Christmas Gifts

I think this is just the neatest idea! Find unique mugs, fill them with candle wax, burn them, then enjoy the mug afterwards! Learn how to make DIY Coffee Cup Candles over at Sweet Cayenne.

Nov 2 | Canada Deals

So, Bench, Under Armour and the likes are stores that I like to take a look at for gifts for my husband. He can always use new clothes (he’s definitely a minimalist in the clothes department!). He wears his clothes for so long they eventually wear out. Because of this, I like to buy him clothes that are higher quality so he can wear them for many years.
On that note, Bench.ca is having a sale on their already reduced merchandise. Buy one sale item and get a second for 50% off! I can see some t-shirts, hoodies and jeans that my husband might like!
Shop online at Bench.ca here.
Nov 1 | Canada Deals

We’ve reached the Holiday season – can you believe it? People are already getting ready to start shopping for the Holidays (if they haven’t already begun)! Since this time of year in particular is a good one for having some extra money, Swagbucks is offering a $5 bonus to people who sign up through me this month!
Swagbucks is a rewards site where you earn points (called SB) for all sorts of things you’re probably already doing online, like shopping, discovering deals, taking surveys, watching videos, and more! Then you can turn your gift cards in to PayPal cash or gift cards to places like Amazon, Starbucks, and more!
Here’s how you get your bonus:
1. Sign up using this link
2. Earn 300 SB total before December 1. You’ll get a $3 (300 SB) bonus for it!
3. When you do your holiday shopping, spend at least $25 through Swagbucks Shop* and you’ll get another $2 (200 SB) bonus on top of the cashback you’ll get from shopping.
That’s it. It’s super easy, and Swagbucks is for real. I use it myself, and I’ve earned enough Starbucks cards to fund my almost weekly “work date”. 🙂
*You must receive your shopping SB before January 1st
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Nov 1 | Homemade Christmas Gifts

I’m pretty giddy with excitement over this homemade Christmas gift idea!
Hot Chocolate on a Stick!
Such a neat twist on the usual powdered hot chocolate mix. I think the recipient will feel extra special receiving this 🙂

Nov 1 | Canada Deals

Head over to Bentley to see the selection of crossbody leather bags they have that are on sale for just $19.95! (reg. $49.99)
Shop online at Bentley now.
Sale ends November 13, 2016.
Nov 1 | Canada Deals

I hesitated to share about this, mostly because I’m not sure how many of you have an interest in blogging. But in the end I decided I would be doing a disservice to those of you that are bloggers or are interested in becoming a money making blogger.
The Genius Bloggers Toolkit is a resource that I can fully endorse. In fact, it’s so good and value packed, I purchased it myself. However, I’m a little ticked, because there are some courses and ebooks that I have already purchased separately that are included in the toolkit. Here’s what I paid:
- The Knowtbook $24
- Strategies Worth Sharing eBook & Workbook $30
- Pinaffiliate Masterclass $97
- The Daily Productivity Guide for Bloggers $97
- The Blogger’s Guide to Online Marketing $49
I paid a whopping $297 for all that but The Genius Bloggers toolkit is only $97…total!! For all 62 resources that are included. Sheesh 😉
There have been so many times in my own blogging journey when I’ve felt daunted by what I was learning and doing and struggled to overcome challenges like increasing my traffic and income in ways that matched my current life and values.
Overall, blogging has been one of those incredible “pinch me” parts of my life. I can hardly believe I get to do something I love so much, earn money from home, and be part of such a great community.
But it isn’t always easy, and the fast-changing nature of the blogosphere means I can’t ever stop learning how to be a better blogger.
I’ve found my blog really thrives when I’m growing my skills, connecting with others who understand the work I’m doing, and pushing myself to try new things and improve my weak areas.
I make a point of prioritizing my growth as a blogger, and one of the best ways I’ve found is by learning from other experienced bloggers who’ve mastered a particular aspect of blogging.
Problem is, it can get pretty pricey to buy all the new books or courses that cover the topics I’m looking for. (as seen above!)
Which is why I am over the moon excited about the Genius Blogger’s Toolkit.
What exactly is The Genius Bloggers Toolkit?
It’s a digital package crammed full of brilliant tools to help you grow your blog, work smarter & make more money.
(But for way less than you’d normally spend!)
The team at Ultimate Bundles has put together the best resources on ALL the topics that matter to bloggers, like mastering social media, monetization, creating and selling products, time management and productivity, nurturing an email list, and so much more.
Here’s what you get:
24 eBooks
33 eCourses & audio files
5 printable packs
In total, the toolkit includes over $3,500 of blogging tips, strategies, tutorials and amazingly practical information and ideas. Plus you get free bonus offers worth $1,447, with 17 tools and services to help you run your blog.
But the truly amazing part? They’re selling it for a crazy 98% off of regular price!
I know, it sounds too good to be true, but I promise it’s not. Ultimate Bundles has been around a long time and creating these packages is really their thing (they’ve sold over 180,000 of them on all sorts of topics), so you can trust this is the real deal.
Even better, they’re all about making sure you LOVE this toolkit. There’s a full 30-day happiness guarantee, so there’s really no risk in trying it out.
The most important detail, though, is that this toolkit is only available through midnight tonight. After midnight tonight (November 1), the sale ends and you’d have to buy all of these products individually. (and pay a fortune, like I did…)

I’d hate for you to miss out, so click HERE to learn more or buy the bundle.

It’s even backed by a full money-back happiness guarantee, so you can make sure it’s right for you. Get what you need to work smarter instead of harder, grow your platform, and earn more. Learn more or get your bundle HERE.
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Nov 1 | Canada Deals

Looking for a fun advent calendar? Check out this sale from Chapters.Indigo.ca! Save up to 25% off advent calendars! You’ll find LEGO, Playmobil, Crayola, Play Doh and Schleich calendars.
Shop online at Chapters.Indigo.ca here.
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Oct 31 | Canada Deals

What?? A wooden play kitchen for just $45? Yep! I found one on Walmart.ca! Get the Plum wooden Cook-a-Lot Chive kitchen for $45. (reg. $89.99). Here are some details:
- Includes wooden frying pan and utensils
- Made from strong and sturdy wood
- Packed full of play cooking features including oven with clicking dials, sink, window, hanging pegs and chalkboard
Shop online at Walmart.ca here.
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