My ideal me-time? Sitting at a book store by myself, sipping on coffee and forgetting the world around me – while I sift thru trashy gossip magazines. Sadly, this is true.
BUT good news – now I can save the $3.00 that I would of spent on coffee – and actually buy the magazine.
Lovin’ me some free!
P.S. Jon & Kate, I am praying for you.
Create an account, if you don’t already have one at Hallmark.com. Click here to choose a card. Customize the card. Proceed to checkout.
Enter promo code: CARD4MOM
Enjoy!
- Bargain Mama
Spring is right around the corner, regardless of what the groundhog said. Who doesn’t have a home project that doesn’t require Lowes?
Lowes Save $10 off $50 Coupon – Online or Instore
Coupon expires 3/2/09
I think I may need to paint this weekend.. hrmm.
Enjoy!
I have not a clue on wearing makeup. Once I went to “learn how to” -- and walked away feeling awful about my skin and pitiful that I couldn’t afford the products the sales lady was selling.
Fast forward a few years and the wonderfulness of YouTube is aiding in my quest for how to properly wear eyeshadow without looking trashy. Here are a few of my favoriite make-up trend how-to videos. Enjoy!
Smokey Eyes
Arabic Inspired -- Green Eyes
How to Apply Red Lipstick
Applying Liquid Eyeliner for Beginners
The ultimate gift from a bargain shopper that says “Yes! I even use coupons in my love life”.
Everyone is hurting. The economy is in total wreckage. This is even more reason to celebrate the day of LOVE! Make that glass half full and do something that is free but meaningful for your lover. Give him/her a set of love coupons!
Love coupons are the greatest I.O.U. gift, ever. And i’ve already done most of the work for you! Download your free love coupons - my Valentine’s Day gift to you! I’ve created 3 specific ones:
Free Breakfast in Bed
Free Romantic Massage
Free Star Gazing
and then created 3 blank ones for you to fill in with *ahem* anything you wish.
Print the love coupons out on colored paper - cut and then either put these in a card – or hide them in places your partner will find them.
C is for Cookie that’s good enough for me. Money is tight. Don’t spend a whole lot of mula on meaningless gifts! Spend a few dollars and an hour of your time making something special for a loved ones. Make COOKIES! They aren’t too hard to screw up -- and who doesn’t love them!
Chocolate Chip Pan Cookie in the shape of a heart
Neiman Marcus Cookie Recipe - my husband made me these our first Valentine’s day
Valentine’s Day Cookie Bouquet -these are too cute!
More Valentine’s Dy Cookie Ideas:
Happy Baking!
So, Massage Envy is marketing all over the place -- “MASSAGE GIFT CERTIFICATE FOR VALENTINE’S DAY!”. Great, in theory -- but 2 things.
1. $60 an hour plus tip is pricey (yes, I know you can get the introductory special for $39, but work with me people).
2. I don’t know about you, but I don’t want any other woman rubbing down my husband, regardless if it’s non-sexual -- call me jealous, I’m just telling you how it is. 
Why not make a special date out of it? If a Valentine’s Day massage doesn’t work in your plans -- give him/her a coupon for a later date. This is a cheap easy Valentine’s Day gift your partner will absolutely LOVE!
Make sure the bed is made
Scatter some rose petals (you can get these for cheap from a florist! Just ask for a handful)
Turn down the lights
Light scented candles (please don’t set your house on fire!)
Play some relaxing music (no TV! think Enya)
Here is an easy Do It Yourself massage oil
You will just need a carrier oil such as grapeseed or peanut oil and a essential oil such as peppermint or rose.
This is what you have prepped the stage for, don’t let the Valentine’s Day massage disappoint! Here is a quick video on how to give a good massage (ignore the music):
Shazam! This is a gift that your partner will love.
Happy Relaxation!
It’s time for your favorite Hallmark created holiday *drum roll please* … Valentine’s Day! Yes, Valentine’s Day is next Saturday and you most likely have not gotten anything for your special someone (or someones -- I don’t judge). The next few days before this Hallmark holiday, i’ll be posting gift idea suggestions -- so stay tuned! Here is one of my favorite gift ideas -- and its super cheap:
Who doesn’t love a mix tape? Find your favorite songs. Burn them to CD. Decorate a cover. Wah-lah! BTW -- If you are needing to buy MP3s -- make sure to shop Amazon -- great prices and DRM-FREE! Mix the music up with sound clips! Throw in soundbites from your favorites movie or tv shows.
There are tons of these flying around the internet
MovieSoundClips.net
Movie Wavs
(please note: you will need to convert wav files to mp3 before you burn)
Want to get super creative? Here are directions on how to take a cassette tape and a USB flash drive and make a new age mix tape! Here is what is my mix tape list i’m giving my boo. What are your favorite mix tape songs?
From the High Fidelity DVD -- 5 Songs to Make Love To:
Happy Mixtaping!
All the rage is the distressed look jean. Who wants to pay $100+ for a label? Trash those mom jeans and look hip!
How about a little D.I.Y.
Here is a great video on how you can distress your own jeans. Take an old pair of jeans and have at it. Save your money, those expensive jeans just aren’t worth it!
You’ll need the following, which you can most likely find around the house:
And a little humor for your day, Mom Jeans -- the music video:
Happy Distressing!