Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to You!

Merry Christmas Card

 

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from my family to yours!

May God fill your life with love, joy, and peace this Holiday Season and throughout the New Year.

10 Tips to Save on Christmas Gifts

10 Tips to Save on Christmas Gifts

 

This time last year I wrote a guest post for MoneySavingMom.com entitled 10 Tips to Save on Christmas Gifts and I believe it was well received.  Lately, I’ve received quite a few emails asking about just that, how to save on Christmas gifts.  I’m hoping to feature several simple, inexpensive, homemade gifts that you can make to give to your friends and family.  Until then though, I’ll direct you to my Pinterest board that features dozens and dozens of crafty DIY gifts from other bloggers and to my post 10 Tips to Save on Christmas Gifts post on MoneySavingMom.com.

 

If you have a money-saving tip or an inexpensive gift idea that you would love to share with everyone you please contact me with the details.

Top 10 eBay Gift Ideas for Girls 2012

Have you started shopping yet?  I’m one of those weridos who shop year round for find the best gifts and best deals on those gifts.  I know that most people aren’t like me {thank goodness!} but it’s easier for me to get a head start on Christmas shopping so I can be more relaxed during the holiday season.

 

 

My baby girl is the only one that I’ve waited until the last minute to buy for.  I was waiting to see what the “hot” items were going to be this shopping season.  A few weeks ago I formed my list and sat down at my computer to shop.  I’ve found that many, if not all, of the items were cheaper on ebay than anywhere else.  I bought a few myself and I’ve shared this list with family members who are looking for gifts to buy.

 

This year, as they do every year, eBay has those highly sought gifts for everyone on your Christmas list.  You can even shop Toys ‘R Us directly from eBay and get access to the same great selection and service you would get at Toys ‘R Us.  I LOVE THAT!  I’ve also bought hard-to-find unique gifts and cheap tech gifts there this year too!  With eBay you get simple, one-stop shopping!

 

Here are my little girl’s top ten wish list items this year (All are available on eBay and/or the eBay Toys”R”Us store.  You can click on the link to go to each item directly.):

KidKraft Kitchen

–  KidKraft Vintage Kitchen – $176.99 This was on my daughter’s wish list…okay, my wish list for her.  We’ve already ordered it and it arrived within days.  It’s gorgeous!!  It did take a while to put together but it is very well made and I’m sure it will last a long time.
–  Cra-Z-Art Magna Doodle 3-in-1 Easel – $49.99 + Free Shipping!  I’ve always loved the Original MagnaDoodle and now my little girl can play with this awesome 3-in-1 easel.  Not only does it have the MagnaDoodle drawing surface but also a magnetic dry erase board, and a paint ‘n Draw board.  This easel comes with a double sided magnetic pen, 1 dry erase marker, 6 magnetic stampers, a clip for paper and a storage tray. Plus, the easel folds flat for easy storage!
–  AquaDoodle Delux Mat – $29.99 A little boy I use to babysit had one of these and I loved playing with it as much as he did.  My grandmother has already bought this for my little girl and all the adults in the family have taken their turn drawing on it.
Barbie ATV–  Power Wheels Fisher Price Barbie ATV – $49.99 on sale from $99.99!  My aunt bought this for my little girl {from ebay} and I can’t wait to see her ride it!!!
–  Crayola Pip Squeak Wacky Tip Markers – $4.99  This should make a fun stocking stuffer and perfect for her little hands.
–  Angry Birds Air Swimmers – $29.99 This gift is kind of a gift for both my husband and my little girl.  How fun!  I can already see them playing together.
Little Tikes Cozy Coupe–  Little Tikes Cozy Coupe Magenta – $49.99 + Free Shipping! The adorable classic coupe in a fun girlie shade.  We won’t be able to really enjoy this until the weather gets cooler but it will still be a little fun in the house before we put it away in storage until Spring.
–  Crayola Large Washable Crayons – $2.99  Large crayons that are great for little hands.  Plus, they are washable so I don’t have to try this trick I just learned for removing crayon scribbles.
Play Cookware–  Just Like Home Stainless Steel Cookware Playset – $14.99 on sale from $19.99! Absolutely adorable and perfect for the little kitchen I bought her.
–  Just Like Home 85 Piece Food Set – $10.99 Plastic and perfect for pretend play.

 

You can’t beat shopping from the comfort of your own home, can you?  While this list is just my girl’s top 10 gift ideas {and I’m sure she could find more to add!}, eBay has put together a much larger Gift Guide to make shopping even easier!  You can also access the Gift Guide through the eBay mobile app which makes it convenient to shop anywhere, anytime!  You are no longer confined to sit in front of the computer to shop eBay but now you can shop from the comfort of your car {if you’re the passenger!} or the comfort of your living room.  You get the picture!  If you haven’t downloaded the app, I highly recommend checking it out.  I’m all about simplifying and saving money!

 

“I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour for Mom Central Consulting on behalf of eBay. I received a product sample to thank me for taking the time to participate.”

Ebates: Double Cash Back for Cyber Monday!

Ebates

 

Today at Ebates, you can earn Double Cash Back at over 500 stores, plus take advantage of Cyber Monday deals at your favorite places to shop.  Join free now and get a $10 bonus just in time for Christmas shopping.  Ebates, where it pays to shop online.

 

I’ve been promoting Ebates ever since I’ve started blogging and shopping online. They are fabulous!!  You can read my full Ebates review here.  Did any of you see that Ebates was mentioned on The Talk today?  I did and I felt a

Cyber Monday Deals on Roku Streamers | $39.99 Shipped (Reg. $59.99)!

Roku Streamers

 

There are some great Cyber Monday Deals on Roku Streamers. You can get $20 off any of these three different Roku Streamers on Amazon.com plus free shipping!  To make this deal even sweeter, you’ll even get a $5 Amazon Instant Video Credit with purchase!  Merry Christmas to you!

 

The Roku HD Streaming Player is $39.99 (regularly $59.99)

The Roku XD Streaming Player with 1080p is just $58 (regularly $79.99)

The Roku 2 XS 1080p Streaming Player is just $79 (regularly $99.99)

 

Remember that prices are subject to change at any time so please make sure you check the current price when purchasing on Amazon.com.

 

See more posts in Cyber Monday Deals, our Christmas Deals, or check out our Christmas Gift Guide for gift ideas (and deals) for men, women, children, people who have everything, and gifts that give!

VTech InnoTab for Only $40 Shipped! (Reg. $79.99)

Vtech Innotab

 

I suspected that we would see some VTech InnoTab Cyber Monday Deals and I’m glad I was right!  This is a great Price on the Original VTech InnoTab!  You can get the VTech InnoTab for only $40 shipped right now on Amazon.com!

 

Remember that prices are subject to change at any time so please make sure you check the current price when purchasing on Amazon.com.  If you’re interested in this I would grab it quickly.  Also, if you’re looking for the second version of InnoTab, you can get the new InnoTab for only $69.88 right now on Amazon.  This is a great price on the version 2.
See more posts in Cyber Monday Deals, our Christmas Deals, or our Christmas Gift Guide!

Kindle Fire – $129 Today Only!!!

Kindle Fire Deal

Woohoo!  This is a great deal!  I was hoping to see some great Cyber Monday Kindle Deals because a family member is wanting one and I’m excited to let her know that right now you can get a Brand New Kindle Fire from Amazon for just $129 when you use the Coupon Code FIREDEAL at checkout!!!
I’m not sure if this price will last all day or if there is a limited number that will sell at this price but I know that this is a much better Kindle deal than any we saw last week during all the Black Friday sales!

 

Kindle Fire

 

 

Kindle Fire – With Special Offers – $159
Use the Coupon Code FIREDEAL at checkout
$129 + Free Shipping!

 

If you are looking for the Kindle Fire HD, Amazon currently has these on sale for just $199.

 

Remember that prices are subject to change at any time so please make sure you check the current price when purchasing on Amazon.com.

 

See more posts in Cyber Monday Deals, our Christmas Deals, or our Christmas Gift Guide!

 

Details: Offer valid from 12:01AM PST through 11:59PM PST on 11/26/12, or while supplies last. $30 discount valid on Kindle Fire with Special Offers or Kindle Fire without Special Offers sold and shipped by Amazon. Limit one discount per customer. Offer not valid with 1-Click ordering. If you return items purchased using a promo code, we will subtract the value of the discount from your return credit. Promo codes may not be combined with other offers. Amazon reserves the right to cancel the promotion at any time. Void where prohibited.

Garmin Nuvi 40LM for just $89.98 (reg. $149.99)!

GPS Deal

 

If you have a GPS on your shopping list you won’t want to miss this Garmin Nuvi 40LM for just $89.98 today!  This includes Lifetime Map Updates which I think is a fabulous new feature!!  This will save you from buying a GPS in a year or two because the cost of maps is near the cost of a new GPS.  This Garmin Nuvi regularly sells for $149.99 so you’ll save $60.01 which is 40%!  That’s a great Cyber Monday deal!

 

Product Features
Edition: 4.3-Inch with Lifetime Maps

 

Spoken street names
Free lifetime maps with over 6 million points of interest
Accepts data cards: microSD card (not included)
Lane assist with junction view,Speed limit indicator
Trip computer records mileage, max speed, total time and more

 

Remember that prices are subject to change at any time so please make sure you check the current price when purchasing on Amazon.com.

 

See more posts in Cyber Monday Deals, our Christmas Deals, or our Christmas Gift Guide!

Aeropostale Cyber Monday Deals 2012

Aeropostale Sweatshirt

 

The Aeropostale Cyber Monday Sale is now live!  There are Graphic Tees on sale for only $5, Long Sleeve Tees for just $6 and Hoodies & Sweats for just $12!   If your teen or tween likes Aeropostale, this is a great time to stock up on Christmas gifts!  Everything in the store is priced between 50-70% off!

 

Check out this sweatshirt! Aero Sweatshirt is a Cyber Monday Doorbuster and priced at just $10!!!

 

Plus you’ll get free shipping on orders over $75 or a flat rate of $7 on smaller orders.  Oh and you’ll also get FREE Aero Headphones when you spend over $100!  Awesome!!

 

Don’t forget to shop through Ebates for an extra 4% cash back!

 

See more posts in Cyber Monday Deals, our Christmas Deals, or our Christmas Gift Guide!

Turn Your Instagram Into a Casetagram

Casetagram

 

Instagram fans, you are going to LOVE me for sharing this little bit of awesomeness with you!  Seriously. Love & Awesomeness!

 

If you love Instagram like I do (who doesn’t, really?), you’ll be beyond thrilled to know that you can now take your best photos from your Instagram feed and get them printed on a totally customized iPhone case.  That has got to be the best iPhone case!

 

I’m not paid in any way to share this and I don’t have a relationship with the Casetagram company at all.  I wish I did but as of now I don’t.  I’m just sharing this iPhone case of awesomeness because I think you’ll love it!

 

Casetagram, is a service that lets you print those beautifully filtered photos onto a hard-shell plastic, durable case that snaps onto any iPhone 4 or 4S. You simply log into your Instagram account (through the Casetagram website), select one of their different design templates and then pick and choose which photos you want to proudly display.

 

Oh, and  Casetagram cases are only $34.99!  Plus, Black Friday Special: $10 OFF Entire Purchase! Use the offer code ‘BLACKFRIDAY‘. Expires Nov 25, 2012 @ 11:59pm EST. 

 

For more fun gift ideas, check out our Christmas Gift Guide!

 

If you want to see a little more of my personal life, feel free to follow me on Instagram.  There won’t be a lot on there about my blog but I promise you’ll see a lot of cute toddler pictures!