Now through 9/28/2022, all classes are up to 70% off with code FALL70 at checkout.
I’ve been a Craftsy fan for years. They have incredible classes on so many topics from sewing, painting, and beading, to cabinet making and woodworking.
And if you are looking to check out some free classes, Craftsy has over 60 Free classes on a variety of subjects.
Q-insights is another company where I do research groups, focus groups, and online surveys to earn extra money.
They have a lot of stuff in South Orange County, and less often San Diego County. This study takes place virtually.
Q-insights is currently recruiting for a 90 min. online focus group with Parents, Teen friendship Pairs.
The study will run from Oct 10th to Oct 21st, and each will be compensated $175.00 as a thank you for your time
If you are interested in participating, please fill out the survey here to see if you qualify.
I have posted about it before, and I am a huge fan of CVS. They have their CarePass, which is pretty inexpensive ($5-ish a month or $48/year if you pay for it all at once). One of the perks is you get a $10 ExtraCare Bucks each month, for a total of $120 per year. I posted about it before but I got more information here, and overall I think it’s a pretty great deal.
You probably also remember one of the reasons that I love CVS is they have Pharmacy and Health Rewards. When you fill 10 prescriptions at their pharmacy you receive a $5.00 ExtraCare Bucks that you can spend any place in the store.
With the number of prescriptions my family has, we earn a $5.00 ExtraCare Bucks every two months. Which is pretty decent. Between the CarePass, and Pharmacy and Health Rewards, we usually have between 10 and $15 in “free“ money to spend at CVS at any given time.
I went in this morning to go pick up a prescription and noticed that they had a lot of snacks on sale/marked down, and with ExtraCare Bucks rewards. I quickly scrolled through my CVS app and noticed I had six dollars off any purchase of $30 or more and my $10 CarePass ExtraCare Bucks, and a $5.00 Pharmacy ExtraCare Bucks Reward.
Knowing that we needed both cereal and snacks and I walked up and down the snack/cereal aisle and quickly set upon a plan.
Now, this may look like a lot of junk food, but this is about three weeks’ worth of stuff to go in lunches (and about 2 weeks worth of cereal for me). The cereal is for me, but the rest is going to go in kid’s lunches or be available for snacks- I portion out the snacks and put them into the snack box in the cupboard. I will be hiding about half of it so that they don’t know we have tons of it and just mow through it.
$2.00 for purchasing to select Nabisco Oreo cookies, and a second $2 ExtraCare Bucks for purchasing two chocolate bars, cookies, select chips ahoy, or premium crackers.
Making my grand total after ExtraCare Bucks $5.47. That is one heck of a deal. I’ve also submitted my receipt to Fetch Rewards for points, and to Receipt Hog for points!
And I was in and out of the store in less than 20 minutes (including time to wait in line to pay). Doing drug store deals doesn’t have to be long and tedious. And sometimes it’s a small deal.
It’s worth the time to download the CVS app, join the ExtraCare club to save money, and join CarePass. You’ll find deals weekly (or monthly in my case when I go in). You’ll be saving money in no time!
It’s back!! My kids love Legoland and I’m so excited for Brick or Treat this year!
Park guests received an early Halloween “treat” as LEGO® Monsters began to arrive for LEGOLAND® California Resort’s Halloween celebration, Brick-or-Treat presents Monster Party. Witches, ghouls, and vampires made their way to the entrance of the family theme park to join LEGO® Zombie Cheerleader and Monster Rocker just in time to boogie down as the Park transforms into the ultimate children’s Halloween celebration. Beginning Sept. 17, families are encouraged to grab their festive costumes and join in on the fun!
In addition to the new LEGO® characters, Brick-or-Treat features the debut of the all-new 4D movie “The Great Monster Chase,” a kid-friendly scare trail, elaborate décor, LEGO building activities, new entertainment and treat stations. For even more electrifying excitement, the Park’s signature roller coaster has been transformed into the Disco Dragon Coaster with a groovy soundtrack and festive decorations.
Brick-or-Treat is included in a general admission ticket and select annual passes. The Halloween festivities begin Saturday, Sept. 17, and continue every Saturday through Oct. 29 and Sunday, Oct. 30. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.legoland.com/california.
Q-insights is another company where I do research groups, focus groups, and online surveys to earn extra money.
They have a lot of stuff in South Orange County, and less often San Diego County. Both of these upcoming studies take place virtually!
If you are interested in participating please fill out the links below. If you pre-qualify someone from Q-insights will call you to ask some additional qualifying questions.
Study 1: An online 90 min focus group.
Alcohol Beverages – The study will run from Oct. 3rd to Oct. 5th and you will be compensated $125 dollars for your time. Pre-Screener survey here.
Study 2: An online 90 min focus group.
Nutritional Drinks- The study will run from Oct 4th-Oct 6th and you will be compensated $150.00 as a thank you for your time. Pre-Screener survey here.
Taylor Research is a research company in San Diego, CA and I have done studies for them for over 20 years. I do 3 or 4 a year on various topics.
Taylor Research has a new research opportunity available for Adolescents and Adults diagnosed with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes.
The research will take place at a facility in San Diego. To be considered for this study, complete the pre-screener here. In the referral box, please use my name: Abby Hewes.
Carter’s has a couple really great deals going on right now!
And before you point out that my kids are bigger, I’m here to tell you that Carter’s sells kids’ clothes up to size 14, and Littlest Bit and I were at our local Carter’s store a few weeks ago to do some back-to-school shopping. She picked out some cute pieces.
These cute overalls were her #1 pick. She is obsessed with overalls and jumpers/rompers right now, and luckily they were (and still are) on sale!
Right now, Carter’s is having a huge sale on Baby Clothes, up to 50% off.
If you have bigger/school-age kiddos, separates start at just $8! And Carter’s sells its other associated brands: Oshkosh B’Gosh, Skip Hop, and Little Planet as well!
In Addition to great sales, Carter’s has a great loyalty program called My Rewarding Moments.
There are tons of great perks, and it’s free to join.
Lastly, and for me, most importantly- Carter’s offers in-store pick up and Curbside pick up. Shop online, and pick up in about an hour. For those of us who don’t have time to shop in-store, or if you’ve got littles that aren’t huge mall fans, this is a great option.
Through tomorrow, 9/18/2022, Penzeys is offering $50 gift cards for $35 each. The sale price is applied when added to the basket.
Gift cards ship for free. Cannot be purchased with previously purchased gift cards. Penzeys Gift Cards do not expire.
These Gift Cards make excellent gifts, or buy some for yourself and stock up on some new spices!
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This week has been busy with kid and family stuff, and as a result, I haven’t had much time for blogging.
Never fear, I’ve got Freebies and Deals for you!
Don’t forget all of the 2022 Birthday Freebies! Make sure to check this article out and sign up for birthday freebies at least 2-3 weeks before your birthday.
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Halloween Costumes Extra 20% Off Coupon
5-Tier Heavy Duty Shelving Unit ONLY $59 (Reg $120)
Crafters Train Case ONLY $23.30 (Reg $67)
KidKraft Wooden Outdoor Playhouse ONLY $199 (Reg $449)
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Satin Neck Scarves 2-Piece ONLY $7.49 (Reg. $15)
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We’ve been participating in Tryazon events for three+ years. We’ve gotten to try all sorts of fun toys, games, and food. You can learn more about Tryazon here.
Discover magic and surprise in every adventure, with two purrfect Tryazon TryaBox opportunities inspired by the hit show now streaming on Netflix, Gabby’s Dollhouse!
The Gabby Girl Dress-Up Closet lets you take your play on the go! Dress Gabby in different outfits & accessories, then close it up and carry it with the handle, perfect for portability. And, standing at over 3’ tall, the Cook with Cakey Kitchen is the ultimate play kitchen! It comes with a stove, sink with a dish rack, refrigerator, and 23 pieces including a Cakey Cat figure!
Tryazon has 500 total participant spots open this time. 250 participants will receive a TryaBox with a Gabby Girl Dress-Up Closet to sample, enjoy and review at home; and 250 participants will receive a Tryabox with a Cook with Cakey Kitchen to sample, enjoy and review at home! No party is required! Two opportunities, one application!
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