Wednesday, November 23, 2011

So sorry... for the MIA status...

I've been MIA for a couple months because i've been SO busy with everything! After i posted photos of the baby shower in September, I had a wedding I was in in October, and another Baby Shower in November! Not to mention, I've not found some new hobbies. I'm sewing among a couple other things!!

So stay tuned... I will try to post regularly.. but will hopefully revamp my site by the beginning of the year. :)

<3 Stefani

Sunday, September 25, 2011

It's a Baby Shower!

Just wanted to share some of the decor I had made for my friend Angela's Baby Shower. This was a small party with only about 8 people so I didn't go all out for the decor, however, I still made it look nice!

This was the confetti on the tables. 


 This banner was made just for little Brooklynn's room. 

 The Diaper Cake with live Sunflowers on top.
 Closeup of the Onesie Clothesline
 Another View of the Onesie Clothesline

 This is the full view of the onesie clothesline
Photo of the Present table before everyone got there. This animal fabric matches some of the fabric she has in her room for the little one. 

So that's all I have to share for you from the baby shower... sorry I didn't take more photos but this was the major items. It was a quaint little get together that was very refreshing..and a lot less stressful. 

The theme was the colors of yellow, gray, white with just a tad bit of teal on the fabric. Then she incorporated giraffes (obviously). 


Stay tuned for more party photos to come!

~Ciao

Stefani



Thursday, September 22, 2011

9/22/11 - Another SUCCESSFUL Shopping Trip!!

I wanted to share my recent shopping trip with you! 137 diapers (56 of those being slip on diapers). A pack of 216 wipes..1 gallon of milk..1 soda..1 bag of candy corn. Total Out of Pocket: 27.00 (saved 35.00). You could consider that .19 cents a piece for diapers and everything else free!!

Want to know how I did it so you can too??  (Look below the photo). 


CVS Pharmacy is having a deal on diapers this week so be sure you get there before Saturday Sept 24th.

The special is buy 25.00 in select baby products, get 10.00 credit. So this is what you do.

Transaction 1: 2 Jumbo Packs of Diapers (any brand you prefer) (My CVS was out of the jumbo pack of Slip Ons in my Son's size... so they gave me the "BIG PAK" for 18.00 (originally 22.00). So i got one pack of BIG Pak for 18.00 and the other pack for 9.00)
                        1 Huggies Wipes
  Coupons used:  3.00 in CVS Credit I had from a previous trip
                            3.00 off Slip On Diapers (found in Smart Source 9/11 paper)
                            1.50 off Any Huggies Diapers (found in Smart Source 9/11 paper)
                            .50 off Huggies Wipes (found in Smart Source 9/11 paper)
                        My total was 27.00 out of pocket and some change (I did have about 3.00 in Credit 
                               and got a larger pack of diapers.. but the deal concept is still there.)
                       **RECEIVE 10.00 Credit***


Transaction 2:  1 bottle of Coca Cola 1.50
                         1 bag of Candy Corn .99
                         1 gallon of milk  3.29
                          1 50 pack of CVS brand diapers (on sale for 6.00 and some change).

Coupons used: FREE Soda or Candy (must "like" CVS Facebook Page and print out coupon)
                         In Store Ad - Buy 1 bag of Candy Corn (specific brand) get .99 credit.
                         I paid for the diapers and milk with my 10.00 credit
                         Out of pocket... .29 cents!

Feel free to let me know if you have any questions. I'd be happy to help you. OH also.. if they are out of any of the diapers you need/want.. be sure to ask.. many times the managers will substitute something equivalent and sometimes larger for those items.

Good luck! And be sure to follow my blog if you ever want to get amazing deals.. I try to post these as often as I get REALLY good ones. :)

Good Luck!!
                       

Monday, September 12, 2011

It's a Giveaway!!! Monsters Monsters Monsters...

Since my son is having an Elmo Party this weekend... and technically Elmo is a Monster.. I decided to giveaway a set of my Monster Mouths to one lucky winner!

These mouths will be the HIT in your party photos! They're always so much fun. :)

I'm going to be debuting some new "stick" party fun mouths/adornments so be sure to be watching often as I'm not quite sure when I'll be debuting them! :)




Saturday, September 10, 2011

La La La La... La La La La... Elmo's World!

Elmo loves his Goldfish.. and crayon's too... that's... Elmo's worllllllllllld!!!! *ahem*

My husband and I are throwing my son an "Elmo Extravaganza" Birthday party on the 17th of September and I wanted to give you a sneak peak. Of course many more photos will be posted as the party is nearer and here!

 This was some 7/8" Grosgrain Ribbon that I actually made. I bought a .pdf graphic and ironed it on to the ribbon.

I tend to want to do these letters at almost every party I throw.. because you will not BELIEVE the response I get on them. They are so easy to make and a great eye piece to see!! So clearly my son's Drew... and he gets his name displayed proudly at his birthday party.

Well... I already told you Elmo loved his goldfish.. But this bag is going to have some little goldfish crackers in them! Just a little something parents can take on their way home in case their little ones get hungry!!

That's all I have to show you so far... stay tuned..after next Saturday I will be writing a whole blog on the entire party.

Would love to hear your thoughts so far! :)

Ciao for now...  <3 Stefani

Happy Halloween!!..What? Premature?

Okay Okay I know it's a BIT early to start wishing everyone a Happy Halloween but I L.O.V.E Halloween!!

I'm a member of a WAHM group on facebook who like to do swaps. One person picks secret partners within the group and those partners swap items with each other. These items can be handmade/bought or a little bit of both! So of COURSE i made mini cards!!!

I have this strange fascination with small cards. They're perfect for ANYTHING.


These cards are approximately 3x3 and are made from kraft paper.
1.) Trick or Treat 7/8" Black Grosgrain Ribbon with 3/8" "Trick or Treat" Ribbon attached to the card with brads.

2.) Mini Ghost Die cut with glitter. Adhered with pop-out tab so it comes off the card a bit

3.) Pumpkin Die cut with inked edge and The Twinery's Baker's Twine in peadpod tied around the stem. Stamp was faintly added that said "Halloween"

4.) This is probably my favorite card. A faint "Boo" to match the orange brads and Charcoal twine also from The Twinery.. to add a little touch of Halloween black/orange on the cards.

I hope my swap partner will like them! :)

Ciao for now!

<3 Stefani

Thursday, September 1, 2011

Bridal Shower - Purple/Black

Okay I've promised everyone photos of my parties... so here are some unprofessional photos (basically they were taken by me). This was a Bridal shower that was thrown for my husband's cousins fiancee (did you get all that?). I will show you photos and I'd LOVE feedback!


This was the Prize and Favors Table. I made these cute wooden letter photo frames with some cute ribbon attached. I loved the look/feel of it.

This was some Dot Garland that I made by hand. I think it turned out a lot cuter than I had anticipated! This was hung behind the food table.

So here is the other side of the Prize/Favor table.. I had some balloons on the back side of this table as well. Purple/Black balloons of course!





This was the food table. I had some pretzel salad, sandwiches, punch, water with lemons, salami wrapped peppers, potato salad, chips/dips and some feathers in a vase for decor. I also had some food labels and confetti. (close up of those below).

Everyon'es favorite table.. the Sweet Treats Table. I have my "Bride 2 Be" banner hanging on the black background. In the Apothecary jars are some various candies (purple and black). From Left to right I have Purple Chocolate Dipped Pretzels, cake Pops, Choc. Dipped Oreos, Cupcakes (the cupcakes up top have the "BRIDE" pennant banner" and then the fruit plat to the right corresponded with the chocolate fountain I had sitting on the counter next to it.


These were some paper lanterns I had in hanging in the middle of both tables.

This was a close-up of the Food Labels and Confetti

This was the Welcome sign on the front door. 


That's about it! I wanted to give credit to The Twinery for the twine I used for the Bride Pennant Cupcake Toppers as well as the twine accents on the front door sign. 

I now have the dot garland and Bridal shower front door sign for sale for someone else to possibly use! So if you're interested be sure to get a hold of me. I promise you I'd give you a steal of a deal! 

I'd love some feedback on what you think! :) 

~Ciao <3

Stefani

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Back to School Blog Giveaway!!

I'm going to be having a giveaway at the end of September for my blog followers!! You will win a special prize (I will not say what it is.. I love surprises.. so I'll share my love with you!). Here are the requirements:

* You *MUST* be following me through GFC.. I would recommend you follow by email as well so you can get my newsletters to be notified up new events, giveaways, photos, reviews, winners, etc. :) I mean.. all the important stuff you know?

That's it!!!

I will randomly pick a winner of my "Back to School" giveaway at the end of September and post the winner here and on my facebook page Starlight Starbright Creations.

Oh! Also - if you refer someone to my blog.. you'll get an extra entry into the giveaway!!! So please be sure to refer refer refer and they MUST comment as to who sent them.

Make sense? Good Luck everyone and remember.. refer refer refer!!!

<3 Stefani

Saturday, August 6, 2011

MIA?? Yes.. I am...

I have been MIA for a couple weeks now... it's because I've been feverishly working on trying to get some of my parties in order! Starting August 27th it's pretty much non-stop parties for 3 months!!

I'm SOOO excited and thought I would share with all of you that I am going to be having a semi-professional photographer taking photographs of my party setup (preparty of course)... and those are the photos I will be posting here.. on my blog!

The first one is August 27th... it's a Black/Purple Bridal Shower.. stay tuned for photos!! :)

In the meantime.. I'd like you all to take a look at my facebook page and all the new fabric/ribbon I've posted for sale!! There are some realllly cute designs and some that I'm using for my parties! To get a sneak peak and if you'd like to order.. just comment on the fb page. :)

Off to Ikea today for some party supplies.....

<3 Stefani

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

**REVIEW** Elmo Crayons

As some of my followers may know, I have a LOT of parties coming up and I will be posting TONS of photos.. some of my own.. some professional photos. But.. I love giving sneak peaks too and usually with sneak peaks (unless I made them).. comes a Review!

Elmo Crayons!
I was looking high and low for someone to make an Elmo head crayon for a decent price.. I came across some that were full body crayons, but I felt they were just a little more than what I was looking for. Then I came across these!


Pardon the semi-dark photo.. I do parties.. not photography :) .  I ordered 8 of these crayons to see what they would look like before I purchase anymore. I L O V E them! They are the perfect size and the red wax that is used is of great quality! You can't beat these for only 85 cents a piece plus shipping!

She sends them individually wrapped as shown in the bottom crayon. I live in California where the weather on the day I received these was well over 90 degrees.. and not even 1 crayon was smudged with signs of melting..

If you're interested in purchasing some for yourself, and maybe some of the other designs available, check out Isabella's Blue Moon Boutique on Facebook.  You won't be dissapointed! :) Please let her know I sent you :) I'd just love it!

Stay tuned for more fun times ahead! :)

<3 Stefani

Monday, July 4, 2011

More Monsters!

Here's some more photos of some of the Monstor decor I'm making for a birthday party next weekend.

All in all there will be Monster grins, wall decor, party bag toppers, and food label stakes. So far you've seen the monster grins)... here is some of the wall decor.

I will post a photo once it's all complete of everything so you can see all the items I was asked to make!


(the pen was added to give an idea of the size). 

Aren't they cute?? I'm doing a total of 10.. so again, I'll post all once they are complete! 

These are GREAT to add to a frame once the party is over and decorate a room or great backgrounds for scrapbooks! :) 


Happy 4th of July!

I just wanted to take this opportunity to say Happy 4th of July to everyone. Thank you to all the fallen soliders and current soliders for fighting for our freedom. I have many people in my family and friends who have served in our military and have been fortunate enough to make it out safely. 

Please be safe tonight.. and enjoy your freedom! Thank a solider!

Saturday, June 25, 2011

It's a Monster Party!

So I decided to give you a sneak peak on some of the Monster decor I'm making for my friend over at Adventures of Mommy Land. She's having a big party for 2 of her 3 kids.. who's birthdays fall a month apart. She's having it monster themed!! I am making her party decor as a gift to the kiddos! :) So I decided I would give you a sneak peak (full photos of the party will come later..) Here are "monster mouths" These are attached to a stick so you can pop them up in front of your mouth before someone snaps a photo and it makes for some really cute monster memories! :) 



- Stefani

Monday, June 20, 2011

Photos of Products in use!

So i finally got some fans to provide me with photos of their items they have purchased from me. I'd love to share them with you!

 These were my jungle/safari cupcake toppers for a baby shower! I also provided her with a banner and confetti for the baby shower!

St. Patricks Day Clippies  - This is little miss Aliyah!


Garden Birthday Party for Miss Alex! Banner made by moi! (Starlight Starbright Creations!)

This was Miss Taylor's Graduation Banner! She also had food name sticks and labels for drinks, as well as candy bar wrappers and confetti.

Walmart $1 and under this week 6/19

Remember that Walmart practices regional pricing so prices may vary


Tic Tac Singles $1.04
Use $1/1: .75/1 Tic Tac Product 6/12/11 RP exp 8/31/11
Final price: as low as 4 cents depending on your Coupon!

KC Masterpiece Barbecue Sauce $1.42
Use $1/1 KC Masterpiece Product SS 5/15/11, exp 7/17/11
Final price: 42 cents after coupon!

Mom’s Best Oatmeal $1
Use $0.75/1 Mom’s Best Naturals Product PRINT
Final price: 25 cents after coupon!

Kotex Liners (travel size) 97 cents
Use $1.50/2 Kotex Liners SS 5/15/11, exp 6/25/11
Final price: 22 cents each when you buy 2 after coupon!

Carefree Pantiliners 94 cents

Use $1/1 Carefree Product SS 5/8/11, exp 6/30/11
Final price: FREE after coupon!

Noxema Bikini Razors, $1.97
Use $2/1 Noxema (select razors including bikini) RP 5/1/11, exp 6/30/11
Final price: FREE after coupon!

Schick Razors $1.98
Use $1/1 Schick Razor or Refill SS 5/22/11,exp 6/3011
Final price: 98 cents after coupon!

Dial NutriSkin Lotion $1.97
Dial Body Wash - travel size 97 cents
Use $2/1 Dial Lotion or Body Wash RP 6/12/11, exp 6/30/11
Final price: FREE after Coupon and $1.03 overage if you get the travel size!

Bayer Advanced Aspirin $3.47
Use $2/1 Bayer Advanced Aspirin 6/12/11 SS, exp 9/30/11 OR
Use $1.50/1 Bayer Advanced Aspirin PRINT
$2/1 Mail In Rebate 6/12/11 SS, exp 9/30/11
Final price: FREE after Rebate and Coupon!

Shout Wipes (4 Count travel size) 97 cents

Use $0.55/1 Shout Product SS 5/15/11, exp 6/26/11
Final price: 42 cents after coupon!

Brillo Pads $1
Use $0.55/1 Brillo Soap Pads RP 5/22/11, exp 7/24/11
Final price: 45 cents after coupon!

Spic Span Antibacterial Cleaner 97 cents
Use $0.55/1 Spic and Span or Cinch Product SS 5/1/11, exp 7/1/11
Final price: 42 cents after coupon!

Combat Ant Traps $2.47
Use $2/1 Combat, any 5/22/11 RP exp 7/16/11 OR PRINT
Final price: 47 cents after coupon!
Scotch Magic Tape Single Roll $1.22
Use $1/1 Scotch Tape PRINT
Final price: 22 cents after Coupon!
Whiska’s Cat Food 55 cents
Use Buy one get one Whiskas Tray5/15/11 RP, exp 7/9/11
Final price: 2/ 55 cents after coupon!
Just My Size Clothing -- I have seen clearance starting at $3
Use $5/1 Just My Size Sportswear ALL YOU May ’11, exp 7/22/11
Final price: possible overage after Coupon depending on what is at your store!


(Thanks MommysMoneySavingObsession)

Target $1 and under 6/19-6/25

Remember - Target accepts TARGET Coupons (printable here at target.com) as well as Manufacturer Coupons. 


Reach Floss, $0.89
$1/1 Select Listerine or Reach Products, exp. 12-31-11 (SS 04/17/11)
Final Price: Free

UP2U Gum $.99-1.29
Use $1/1 from 6/5 SS
Final Price: Free-.28


Tic Tacs $1.04
Use $1/1 from 6/12 RP
Final Price: $.04

Up and Up Liners $.89
Use $.75/1 Target coupon
Final Price: $.14

Breyer’s YoCrunch Yogurt Parfaits $.59
Use $1/3 from 4/3 SS
Final Price: .26 each

Market Pantry Pasta Sauce $.77
Market Pantry Pasta $.77
Use $1/2 Target coupon
Final Price: $.27

Benadryl Itch Relief Sticks $2.29
Use $2/1 from 6/19 RP
Final Price: $.29

Up and Up 2pk Baby Food $.82
Use $.50/1 Up and Up Baby care item
Final Price: $.32

Bulls-Eye 18oz BBQ Sauce $1.39
Use $1/2 Target coupon
and Use $.50/1 from 6/12 SS
Final Price: .39 each!

Fuze Drinks $1.00
Use $1/2 from 4/10 SS
Final Price: $.50 each

Herbal Essences haircare $2.50
Use $1/1 from 6/12 RP
and use $1/2 Target store coupon from 5/1 Target insert
Final Price: $1.00

(Thanks to Adventures of a Couponista! )

Some Great Deals at Walgreens! 6/19 - 6/25

These are some great deals you can get at Walgreens.. they're 1.00 or under (more noteably.. the FREE ones).. There are a LOT of other deals this week at Walgreens.. but I know these are usually the most important :)

Just For Men, $5.99 with In Ad Coupon
$2/1 Just For Men Coupon
Just For Men Try Me Free Rebate
FREE + $2 Money Maker after Rebate!

Gatorade G Fit Prime, $1.50
Gatorade G Fit Perform, $1
Gatorade G Fit Recover, $2.50
Buy all 3 G Fit Series Products, Get a $5 Mail In Rebate Form at Checkout
FREE after Rebate!

Walgreens 20oz Soda $.79/2 (Buy One Get One Free)- limit 4

Nabisco Crackers or Cookies 4-8oz $.99 with in ad coupon (limit 3)
Use $1/2 from 6/19 SS
Final Price: .49

Gillette Body Wash $2.99 with in ad coupon (limit 3)
Use $2/1 Gillette Body Wash, exp. 6-30-11 (RP 05/15/11)
or Use Buy One Get One Free from 6/5 P&G
Final Price: $.99 for 2 after coupon

Suave Lotion, $3
Suave Body Wash, $2
Buy $10, Get $3 in Register Rewards
B1G1 Suave Body Wash or Lotion, exp. 6/19/11 (RP 05/22/11)
$0.50/1 Suave Body Wash, exp. 6/19/11 (RP 05/22/11)
or Use $1/1 Suave lotion printable
Buy 2 Lotion & 2 Body Wash, Pay $5 and get $3 in Register Rewards
$0.50 each after coupons and RR!

Gillette Fusion Pro Glide, $9.89
Buy 1, Get a $5 Register Reward
$4/1 Gillette Fusion ProGlide Razor, exp. 7/31/11 (P&G 06/05/11)
Pay $5.89 and get back a $4 Register Reward
$0.89 ea. after Coupon and RR!

Aquafresh Advanced Toothpaste – Buy One Get One Free ($3.99/2)
Use (2) $1/1 Aquafresh Advanced 2X Whitening Toothpaste printable
Final Price: $1.99/2 or $.99 each

(Thanks to Adventures of a Couponista!)

Rite Aid Weekly Sale Deals 6/19 - 6/25!

Rite Aid also has the +Up Rewards that print on your receipt when you buy certain products.  They are like the ECB’s from CVS, you can use them to buy any other items in Rite-Aid. Make sure to have your cashier scan your Rite-Aid Wellness Card before Scanning Purchases (if you don’t have one you can get on in store ~ like a shopper’s card)

Single Check Rebate (SCR):
$2 SCR wyb Prell Conditioner 13.5 oz. $3.99
$2.00/1 PRINTABLE for Prell
Pay $1.99
Get $2.00 SCR
Final Cost $FREE!


$1 SCR wyb Excedrin 50 ct. $4.99
Use (1) $1.00/1 PRINTABLE for Excedrin
Use (1) $1.00/1 PRINTABLE for Excedrin from Rite Aid June Video Values
Pay $2.99
Get $1.00 SCR
Final Cost $1.99!

$3 SCR wyb Tugaboos Mega Pack Diapers or Overnights $9.99
*available 6/19-6/25 Only
Final Cost $6.99!

+Up Reward Deals:

$1 +Up Rewards wyb (2) Stride 2.0, Spark or Shift Gum 14 ct. 2/$2.00 (limit 2 offers)
Buy 1 Stride 2.0 Gum $1.00
Buy 1 Stride Spark Gum $1.00
Use (1) $0.50/1 Spark coupon from Rite Aid May Video Values (no longer available to watch)
Use (1) $0.50/1 Stride coupon from Rite Aid June Video Values
Pay $1.00
Get $1.00 +Up Reward
Final Cost $Free!

$2.99 +Up Reward wyb Colgate Toothpaste 2-in-1 4.6 oz. or Max White 6 oz. $2.99 (limit 4 offers)
$1.00/1 Colgate coupon from 6/5 SS OR $1.00/1 Colgate coupon from May Issue of All You Magazine
Pay $1.99
Get $2.99 +Up Reward
Final cost $Free + $1.00 Money Maker!

$1.50 +Up Reward wyb St. Joseph Enteric Aspirin 36 ct. $1.50 (limit 2 offers)
Final Cost $FREE!

$2 +Up Reward wyb Zantac 24-30 ct. $7.99 (limit 4 offers)
Use (1) $5.00/1 PRINTABLE for Zantac
Use (1)  $2.00/1 PRINTABLE for Zantac from Rite Aid  June Video Values
Pay $0.99
Get $2.00 +Up Reward
Final Cost $FREE + $1.00 Money Maker!

$1 +Up Reward wyb Aveeno Anti-itch Cream 1 oz. or Lotion 4 oz., Benadryl Anti Itch Mist 0.26 oz., Spray 2 oz., or Gel 4 oz., Cortaid Anti Itch Lotion or Spray 1-2 oz. $4.99 (limit 4 offers)
$3.00/1 Cortaid coupon from 5/15 RP
Pay $1.99
Get $1.00 +Up Reward
Final Cost $0.99!

$1 +Up Reward wyb Tom’s of Maine Toothpaste, Mouth Wash, Deodorant or Bar Soap Twin Pack $3.49 (limit 3 offers)
$1.00/1 Tom’s coupon from 6/19 SS
Pay $2.49
Get $1.00 +Up Reward
Final Cost $1.49!

$5 +Up Reward wyb Samy Fat Foam Hair Color $8.99 (limit 2 offers)
Use (1) $3.00/1 PRINTABLE for Samy Fat Foam Hair color
Use (1) $5.00/1 PRINTABLE for Samy from Rite Aid June Video Values
Pay $0.99
Get $5.00 +Up Reward
Final Cost $FREE + $4.00 Money Maker!

$1 +Up Reward wyb Starbucks Frappucino 4 pack or Lipton Tea 12 pack $4.99 (limit 1 offer)
Final Cost $3.99!

$10 +Up Reward wyb Alli Weight Loss Aid Starter Kit 90 ct. $49.99(limit 1 offer)
$10.00/1 Alli coupon from 6/5 RP
Pay $39.99
Get $10.00 +Up Reward
Final Cost $29.99!

Other Deals:

Coppertone Suncare Products 6-8 oz. $7.99
Use (1) $2.00/1 Coppertone coupon from 5/22 RP
Use (1) $1.00/1 PRINTABLE for Coppertone from Rite Aid June Video Values
Final Cost $4.99!

L’Oreal Healthy Look Creme Hair Gloss Color $7.99
Use (1) $2.00/1 L’oreal coupon from 6/19 RP
Use (1) $2.00/1 in-ad coupon
Final Cost $3.99!

OFF! Personal Repellents and Citronella Bucket 18 oz. $4.99
Use (1) $0.75/1 Deep Woods coupon from 6/19 SS
Use (1) $1.00/1 PRINTABLE for Deep Woods from Rite Aid June Video Values
Final Cost $3.24!

Kibbles N’ Bits 4 lbs., Kit N’ Kaboodle 3.5 lbs., Pedigree Meal Time 4.4 lbs. $4.99
$1.00/1 Kibbles N’ Bits coupon from 5/22 RP
Final Cost $3.99!

Band-Aid Brand Children’s Bandages 20-25 ct. 2/$4.00
$0.50/1 Band-Aid coupon from 6/12 RP
Final Cost $1.50 each!

(Thanks BeCentsAble’s Grocery Gathering)

8 Free Blockbuster Express Rental Codes

Are you ready to watch some movies? Here are eight new codes for a free DVD rental at any Blockbuster Express location. Hope you have enough popcorn!
Use code GOODSTART to get a free movie today only! Expires 6/20.
These seven codes are good through 6/24:
53JBHS4
72BACC8
54RRAP5
66ASJA2
77CMEA3
92MLBJ6
57AEMR8
These codes are also still valid:
GORITEAID (exp 6/30 – Rite Aid only)
FOODLION (6/30 – Food Lion only)
GOPUBLIX (exp 6/30 – Publix only)

(Thanks CouponingFor4)

Target - .97 cents Kool Aid! (and we're not talking the small packets)

Target has Kool-Aid Mix selling for $1.97 per container. Here’s how to get a better deal:

Buy 2 Kool-Aid Mix Canisters $3.94
Use $1/2 Kool-Aid printable coupon
Use $1/2 Kool-Aid Target coupon (yes - Target lets you use a manufacturer coupon AND Target coupon)
Final Price: 2/$1.94 ($.97 each!)
Prices may vary by area, but even for a few cents more, this is still a great deal!


(Thanks NWBargains!)

Target QTips - .64 cents - NO COUPON NEEDED!

Target is running a deal this week where you get a $5 Target gift card for purchasing four participating Q-Tips and Dove items. Get ready to do a happy dance, because Q-Tips 170 ct are included!

Buy 4 Q-Tips 170 ct $1.89 each
Pay $7.56, Get $5 Target gift card
Final Price: 4/$2.56 ($.64 each!)

If you get to the store and can’t find four of the 170 ct, add a few of the 375 ct to your order. They are only $2.39! Or see if they will give you a raincheck!

(Thanks Totally Target!)

Free Sample of Jif To Go Peanut Butter!

FREE! Jif To Go Sample
Jiftogo
Hurry over to Target.com to score a free sample of Jif To Go Peanut Butter. 
I already ordered mine and frankly, I can't wait to get it!! :)

Snapfish special! 3 personalized greeting photo cards for only .50 cents shipped!

Snapfish

Grab 3 free personalized greeting photo cards with envelopes (up to $2.99 each) on Snapfish. You'll also only pay $1.49 for shipping making each card $.50 shipped.
Just use coupon code TRY3CARDS at checkout.
Head over here to get started.

- Stefani

Possible 4.00 Money Maker from CVS!

CVS

There is a possible 4.00 Moneymaker at CVS this week!!

Buy (2) Hawaiian Tropics LIp Balm $2.99 each
Pay: $5.98
Receive: $10 ECB
Final Price: $4.02 MoneyMaker
- I haven't personally tried this but I sure do plan on it! let me know if you tried it and it works for you!

- Stefani

 
 

Thursday, June 16, 2011

New Facebook Link!

A blog followers suggested I add a link to my Facebook page on my blog... which I had thought of but didn't really follow through with it.

I did.. and now it's pretty :)

Check out the page and leave me some feedback! :)


<3 Stefani

**Winner** of the 50 pack of Personalized Punchies

The winner of the 50 pack of personalized punchies is..

Dianne Grandfield!! dgrandfield@

Congratulations! Please contact me to claim your prize. :) 

Sunday, June 12, 2011

So it's been a while

I know I know, I haven't posted in a couple of days but I've been swamped with activities! It seems like once summer gets here (is it finally here?? I might be jinxing myself)... all activites just shoot through the roof. I will be posting some Coupon deals later this evening since I'm going to be making a shopping list of my own, I might as well share with all of you as well! Also, just to give everyone a sneak peak in to what to expect soon in regards to my products and photos!

  • Next week - You will be seeing my completed Save the Date cards I created and completely hand made for a friend. 
  • End of June - You will see my completed Bridal Shower Invitations I completely created and handmade for a friend. 
  • June - I will be posting the Wedding Invitations I printed for my friend's wedding. 
  • August - you will be seeing photos of some of my party decor for a Bridal Shower.. as well as photos from the actual Bridal shower itself with the decor, ideas, and more!
  • September - You will be seeing photos of my son's 2nd Elmo Birthday Party! Decor, party ideas, and more! (this is going to be fun!)
  • October - I will be posting photos of my friends Bachelorette Party - mainly just decor because I think a lot of those photos will be a "don't ask don't tell" situation. (LOL). 
  • November I will be hosting 2 baby showers.. so you'll see plenty of decor and party ideas there as well! 
So be sure to check back often, and if you haven't already - sign-up for my daily newsletters so you can get all of this sent to your inbox so you don't miss out! :) 

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Winco and Target Deals for the week!

Winco Deals as of 6/7/11
TARGET Deals as of 6/7/11 

  • Aquafresh Extreme Clean .8oz Travel Size $.97
    $1/1 Aquafresh Extreme Clean
    Final Price: Free
  • Carefree 20 or 22 ct Acti-Fresh Pantiliners $.99 (Regular Price)
    $0.50/1 Carefree Acti-Product Glamour, Jun 2011
    $1/1 Carefree Product 5/8/2011 SS Insert
    $0.50/1 Carefree Product

    $0.50/1 Carefree Product 3/27/2011 RP insert
    Final Price: As low as FREE
  • Sensodyne .8 oz Fresh Impact Toothpaste $.99 (travel section)
    $.75/1 Sensodyne Toothpaste or Iso-active Foaming ge 5/15/2011 RP Insert
    Final Price: $.24
  • Reynolds Slow Cooker Liners 4 ct box $1.92
    $1/1 Reynolds Slow Cooker Liners

    Final Price: $.92
  • Reach Dental Floss $.97 cents
    $1/1 Listerine Products 4/17/2011 SS Insert
    Final Price: Free
  • Magnum Ice Cream Bars Singles $1.50 (Regular Price)
    $1/1 Magnum Ice Cream 5/22/2011 RP Insert
    Final Price: $.50
  • Starkist Chunk Light Tuna Pouch $.94
    $1/2 Starkist Pouch Products

    Final Price: $.44 each

Monday, June 6, 2011

Giveaway!! - 50 pack of Personalized Name Punchies

Soo... I was one chosen to use the beta testing of this giveaway tool!! (Yes.. it can be used on facebook which i'm totally excited about!!!) So why not start a giveaway???




This giveaway is for 1 Set (50) Personalize name Punchies. For those who don't know who punchies are... imagine larger confetti (about 1" tall). These can be used for scrapbooking, cardmaking, put in cards, party decor, decorate around picture frames, and so much more! :) Enter below! Winner will be chosen and notified by email!


Good Luck!!

(I do sell these outside of the giveaway for 5.00 per pack of 50. These are always available to you (just not always for free!!))

Suave, Frank's Hot Sauce and Newsweek

Here are some exciting deals for you to check out...

  • Suave has a fun little game you can interact with here. You can win coupons, or even 1-2 free products. It's interactive, kind of humerous, and rewarding so why not check it out? 
  • Coupons.com just released a .50/1 Frank's Hot Sauce coupon. Awesome deal alert!
    • Walmart normally has these for 98 cents each.. that means you can get them for .48 cents when you use the coupon! (Hint: If the coupon doesn't come up under your zip code, keep trying other zip codes). 
  • Freebizmag is offering free subscriptions to Newsweek magazine! Head over to claim yours before they're gone! 

Sunday, June 5, 2011

Review - 6/5/11 - Barefoot Books

If you haven't tried Barefoot Books yet, you are missing out. Barefoot Books offers beautiful books, CDs, puzzles, puppets and more that capture the imagination, spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and instill a respect for the diversity of the planet and for the earth itself. Host a party and earn free books for your children! Fundraising and business opportunities available! Join my Team and become a Barefoot Books Ambassador for free! 

I purchased 3 Barefoot Books for my son for Easter this year. The titles included The Animal Boogie, If you're Happy and you know, Here we go Round the Mulberry Bush. I was able to get these on sale for 9.00 each (and they often have sales)and trust me... they were a steal! 



 

All of the books I go came in paperback, however, some books have hardback available. They were all about 10-12 pages long and came with a CD. This CD plays music and reads the book to the children. It's definitely a way to get children who aren't so interested in books, interested! These books are also very cultural. There are a ton of paperbacks, hard covers, gift sets, and even puppets and other unique gift ideas to choose from! 

 

If you're interested in purchasing some or even just looking into it, check out an awesome vendor.. (Karen D'Agostino) at We Read Barefoot. She is great to work with and even have a facebook page! Let her know I sent you her way.. you won't be dissapointed with your purchase!

A little wine always did me just fine!

Here is a look at some of my personalized wine glasses I've made for customers... All glasses can be personalized (color, font, design).
Price is 6.00/each plus shipping.





Saturday, June 4, 2011

6 must have sites! You have to be signed up on!

I swear by certain discount or "point" sites.. and it's because I've tried them out and they have proven themselves as really worthwhile. I thought I would share them with all of my followers!

1.) MyPoints
This has to be my absolute FAVORITE site of all time. If I'm planning on purchasing anything online, all I have to do is go through this website to the site I'm going to purchase from, and I get points for it. All those points I can turn into GREAT items..Redeem your Points for gift cards, online certificates, gas cards, travel, dining and more- all from your favorite brands. I'm saving my points up now but I've already redeemed points for a Target giftcard in the past. I'm looking to save up for some big prizes now! And of course, all points can be donated to a charity if you prefer to do that as well. Want to know the coolest part? If you print coupons out through mypoints.com (which really has you printing them from coupons.com) you get 10 points everytime you redeem those coupons!! They also have MyPoints Mail where you can get around 5 points everytime you click on th elink in the email... you have SUCH a great opportunity to earn earn earn!  Sign up here!

2.) Groupon
This is a daily deal website that most people are already signed up for. But if you're not I HIGHLY suggest you do it now here! 

3.) Eversave
Another daily deal website that gives you a 3.00 credit for signing up! TODAY ONLY (6/4) they are giving all new signups a 5.00 signup credit! So don't wait, sign up today here!

4.) Swagbucks
This is a search engine that you use and earn points.. again those points get turned into gift cards (most noteably my favorite.. Amazon!) It's super easy. If you're going to just search through Google anyway.. you might as well use Swagbucks! Sign up here, now!

5.) Crowdtap 
This is where consumers and brans collaborate! You perform tasks on their website and gain points badges, and level up. Proceeds of some of your actions can be donated to a charity that you get to choose from your list. You get a 1.00 sign on credit and then as you participate in discussons you could earn more money and turn those in for great rewards. Sign up here!

6.) NoMoreRack
This is a daily deal site that has REDICULOUS deals. They have a daily deal everyday in different categories. I have gotten some SUPER cheap items from this site. They only have a limited amount daily and they come out with new deals everyday at 12:00 pm EST/9:00 am PST. I LOVE this site! What are you waiting for? Sign up here!

So there you have it!

Friday, June 3, 2011

Review - Custom Made Crayon Roll

I am SO excited to share this review with you. I had been toying with the idea of getting a crayon roll for my 1 1/2 year old son. He is starting to get into coloring and I don't want to take the boxes of crayons with me when we go somewhere. The boxes normally end up getting smashed and they become useless anyway. So I finally got offered a special price for a roll.. and decided to take the plunge and buy one. 

This, my friends, is my son's new Crayon roll!! It was bought from Ariel's Custom Designs through her facebook page. These sell for 10.00 plus shipping and can be purchased through the above link.

The quality of this crayon roll was PHENOMENAL. The first thing I looked at was the ribbons that tie the roll together. My first thought was... "my son will tear these right off" but sure enough.. I tugged an tugged and to no avail... they did not budge. They are actually quadruple stitched!! (She clearly had little rugrats in mind when she made this design). Each crayon roll holds up to 16 regular sized crayons and she's got quite a selection of fabric!!

Definitely a must have! :) Head on over to Ariel's Custom Designs and let her know I sent you! :)

Walgreens Deals!

Coupons.com has some great deals out today!! There are 2 Nestle Coupons that you can use in conjunction with each other.



  • B2G1 Nestle Crunch Bar Printable Coupon
  • 0.35/1 Nestle Crunch Bar Printable Coupon

- Print out 2 Nestle Crunch Bar Printable Coupons for .35/1.
- Print out 1 of the .35/1 Nestle Crunch Bar Printable Coupon.
- Go to Walgreens and Buy 3 total bars ( they should be .69/each).
- Give them all 3 coupons.
- You will get them as low as .23 each! What a deal :)

(Thanks Couponingfor4! )



 Here's a great deal at Walgreen's For you (starting 6/5)!

* Did you know at Walgreen's, you should also give your manufacturer coupons before you give your in-ad coupons? This way your transaction will go smoothly for the register :)*



Reach Floss, Ultra Clean or 2-pack Advanced Toothbrush 2/$5
Get $3 Register Rewards when you buy 2
Use $2/2 Toothbrushes from 5/8 SS
Use $1.50/2 from 1/9 SS
Use $1 Toothbrush or Floss from 4/17 SS
Final Price: 2 Free!

Gillette Fusion ProGlide Razor $9.89
Get $5 Register Rewards
Use $4 from 6/5 P&G (when it comes out!)
Final Price: $.89

Ban Deodorant $1.49 w/in-ad coupon (Limit 4)
Use $.75 or $.40 from 6/5 SS (when it comes out!)
Final Price: $.74

Ziploc Bags 2/$5
Use $1/2 from 5/15 SS
Final Price: $2

Sobe Lifewater $.99
Get $.99 Register Rewards
Final Price: Free!




These are just a few of the deals.. there are many many more! Feel free to add them as comments below :)


Mega Swagbucks Friday!!!

It's Mega Swagbucks Friday. If you haven't joined already, then what are you waiting for? Swagbucks is a program you earn points for searching and those points can be turned into awesome gift cards. My favorite is by far the Amazon gift cards! :) Hop on over to Swagbucks now and join! You won't be dissapointed :)



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Thursday, June 2, 2011

Bounty's 5.00 Fridays!



Bounty has announced they will be giving away high value coupons to Facebook Fans each Friday in June.   These will be limited in number (5,000 each day), so go to "LIKE" Bounty now and return on Friday for a $5 coupon. The Time frame is Between 11-1 am EST!

Let me Introduce myself..

So the beginning of the blog, I think it's only appropriate for me to introduce myself. My favorite roles in life... I am a daughter, sister, auntie, wife, and most importantly, a mommy. :) I have a 21 month old son who is my world.. everything I do is for him... which is why I labeled my blog "For you, Love Mommy."  I've been married for 4-years this September to the love of my life.. my high school sweetheart whom I've been with for 13 years. :)

I started a party decor business called Starlight Starbright Creations (www.facebook.com/SLSBCreations) earlier this year. I've been busy on etsy/facebook making parties special for little munchkins!  I LOVE decor and making parties be so special for everyone. I specialize in themed parties. I create party supplies of all kinds! Soon I will have pictures posted of some parties I have personally done so you can get an idea of what I do! :)

I work part time as well, I love reviewing products, clipping coupons, playing indoor soccer... and ooohhh the list goes on!

I hope you all enjoy the blog and everything I have to offer.. and hopefully soon I can get enough followers to give some freebies! :) <3 to you all!

- Stefani