This is a great deal! Now through 9/19/2026, students and teachers (with a valid K-college student or teacher ID) can get a $12 haircut at their local JCP Salon!
And to sweeten the deal for educators, score an extra 10% off your purchase with a valid school ID.
If you know of a teacher/educator who could use a little pick-me-up in the form of a haircut, please share this deal!
National Ice Cream Day is next week!! I recommend that you download any apps required for these deals at least 1 day prior to ensure that you have the app and are all signed up for any clubs or offers. Not all of these offers are available in my specific area, but I included them because I have readers outside of San Diego.
From July 13-19, DQ Rewards members can score the classic treat with any $1 purchase made through the DQ App. https://news.dairyqueen.com/announcements/details/2026/DQ-Celebrates-National-Ice-Cream-Day-All-Week-Long-with-Free-Dilly-Bars/default.aspx
Dipping’ Dots: Dippin’ Dots is giving away FREE mini cups of Dippin’ Dots (any flavor!) during a two-hour window at their franchise locations. Find your closest location here.
Baskin-Robbins: Baskin-Robbins Rewards members can get 31% off scoops on July 31, 2026, at participating shops. Waffle cones, toppings, sundaes, and delivery orders are excluded.
Marble Slab Creamery: Download their app because on July 20, loyalty members will receive a free small Ice Cream offer, valid for seven days. Find your closest location here.
Del Taco: From July 17 – 19, Del Yeah! Rewards members can get BOGO free regular shakes at Del Taco for National Ice Cream Day.
And while there are no deals right now, check the following apps in the days before the 20th for possible freebies and deals: McDonald’s, Jack in the Box, Wendy’s, and Yogurtland.
And if you want to make your own ice cream at home, you can find my recipe here. It’s very easy, and you can make it your own with a few tweaks!
This upcoming Wednesday, July 15, is National Give Something Away Day. This is a great opportunity to share things that you no longer need from your home. Here are several ways that I will be celebrating this day.
I will be posting items to my buy, nothing group. I am not in an official by nothing group, but there are several offshoots of the official group in my area, and I participate in them regularly.
Speaking of Facebook, there are several local Facebook groups. I’m in for specific hobbies and causes that I care about. And I will definitely be posting some items to give away in those groups as well.
Is there a local nonprofit that you support? This would be a great time to reach out to them and see if there’s anything you have that you’re looking to get rid of that they might need.
Even though school is out, if you have a teacher in your life, and you have some excess office/school supplies, definitely hit them up. When school starts back up at the end of August or beginning of September, teachers will be needing school supplies, such as number two pencils, markers, Crayons, and lined notebook paper.
Why am I referring to them as “quests” and not “hustle“?
Hustling indicates moving quickly to earn money. This year, I’m doing a little bit every day, approximately 20 minutes on small surveys and small tasks. I may earn less daily, but overall, I can use small tasks to earn more through compounding.
June was a busy month for me to work on Side Quests. I sat down and really buckled down, as my regular day job was ending for the next two-ish months, and I wanted to ensure I had the funds for adventures with the kids.
I spend about 20-30 minutes a day completing surveys, scanning receipts, and other tasks. It doesn’t take long, and it helps take a small load off our summer budget.
As always, the links above may be affiliate links, and I might earn money or points if you join any of the above apps or activities. This helps support my blog and family.
If you are interested in my full list of money-saving/money earning activites, I encourage you to check out:
This week I’ve been binge-watching The Pitt and doing what seems like endless laundry.
The love affair with shaved ice continues… If you are looking for a good electric shaved ice machine, this is the one.
My Birthday Freebie list can be found here. The list mostly offers what you can find in Southern California.
If you live outside Southern California, check out this list: Free Birthday Stuff: Get The Best 100+ Freebies on Your Birthday!
Looking for some summer fun for you and the kids? Here is my list of frugal fun activities in San Diego County.
For free food resources, please refer to my comprehensive list, available here. It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are available outside my area.
Freebies
FREE Blue Buffalo Wilderness Bone Broth Boosted Chatterbox Kit
FREE Sample of Cielo Negro Coffee
1 Million FREE Boxes of Betty Crocker Cake Mix
Free Cold Treats & Frozen Drinks to Help You Beat the Heat This Summer 2026
FREE 20 oz. Mountain Dew
National French Fry Day Freebies & Deals Round Up
FREE Shark FlexBreeze Fan
FREE $5 Uber Credit
FREE Food at Select Restaurants on July 14th – Sign Up Now
FREE Hallmark Card Every Month
Get Free Condom Samples Online and In-Person From Your Favorite Brands
FREE Backpack Giveaway at TCC & Wireless Zone Stores
FREE Sample Mail Call for July
FREE Sample of CESAR Mini-Pouch Dog Food
Prime Members Score GrubHub+ FREE ($120 Value a Year)
FREE Handcrafted Drink Every Monday at Capital One Cafe
FREE $20 at Dick’s Sporting Goods
4 FREE Frozen Drinks at Casey’s Every Friday
FREE Kinder Chocolate Bar After Walmart Cash
Score a Free Babylist Hello Baby Box Filled with Samples & Full Sized Products
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FREE Karuna All Day Firming Serum – a $23 Value
FREE MyLowe’s Money Day Giveaway at Lowe’s on July 11th & 12th
10 FREE 4×6 Photo Prints at Walgreens from 1-3pm EST
FREE Rocket Game Workshop at Home Depot
FREE Girl Scouts Cookie Collection Donut at Krispy Kreme
2 FREE Sliders at Krystal
FREE Boots & Barkley Coloring Sheet Giveaway & More at Target
FREE Dippin’ Dots at Chuck E. Cheese on July 19th
FREE Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm at Sephora After Cash Back
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We Rounded Up Our Favorite Free Samples for Women
FREE Mini Cup of Dippin’ Dots on July 19th
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FREE $15 at Walgreens After Cash Back
FREE Box of Banza Pasta After Walmart Cash
FREE Can of Red Bull with FREE DoorDash Delivery
FREE Huggies Bodysuit
FREE Arrae Wellness Essentials
Big List of 110 Restaurants to Get Free Food
FREE Haus Dog at Dog Haus on July 15th
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Charmin Essentials Toilet Paper 6 Mega Rolls ONLY $3.74 Shipped (Reg $8)
Kobalt 24V Brushless Circular Saw Starter Kit ONLY $129 (Reg $248)
The Top Sam’s Club Hacks to Save More in 2026
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Total Wine Deals: 15% Off, Free Delivery, Rewards and More
Michael Kors Women’s Flat Sandals ONLY $39.80 (Reg $100)
Top Wednesday Food Deals: Midweek Dining Discounts to Devour
The Pizza Hut BOGO Hacks You Need to Know (Yes, You Can Score FREE Pizza!)
Inflatable Pools up to 50% Off at Walmart
Celebrate Fri-Yay with These Fun Friday Food Deals
Top Tips for Shopping Walmart Hidden Clearance Sale in 2026
Victoria’s Secret Beauty Gift Sets Sale – Up to 60% Off + Extra 25 Off Sale
Sandals For The Family Buy 1 Get 2 Free at JCPenney
Women’s Pajamas ONLY $13.49 at JCPenney
Ends 7/10: Uniform Pants ONLY $8 at Old Navy (Reg up to $23)
COLOR WOW Insta-WOW Advanced Dry Shampoo ONLY $15.20 (Reg $32)
Amazon Haul Flash Deals: $2 & Under
Fashion Nova Discount Code and Coupons: Save up to 80% Off on Dresses, Jeans, Tops, and Accessories
Thursday Food Deals to Kick Off the Almost-Weekend
Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Air Fryer 3-Qt ONLY $31.97 (Reg $50)
Craftsman 20V Keyless Brushless Cordless Drill ONLY $69 (Reg $129) + Free Shipping
Best Walmart Cash Freebies and Deals This Week: Tide Detergent, Gain Plus, Swiffer Power Mop & More
Little Sleepies Coupon Codes and Promotions
School Supplies From 25¢ at Target
Neutrogena Makeup Remover Towelettes for Face ONLY $3.41 (Reg $9)
This week was pretty chill- Lots of time on my weighted hula hoop, finished my sewing “in-box”, altered shorts for my youngest, and fixed some holes in shirts.
And we’ve been eating a lot of shaved ice. If you are looking for a good electric shaved ice machine, this is the one.
My Birthday Freebie list can be found here. The list mostly offers what you can find in Southern California.
If you live outside Southern California, check out this list: Free Birthday Stuff: Get The Best 100+ Freebies on Your Birthday!
Looking for some summer fun for you and the kids? Here is my list of frugal fun activities in San Diego County.
For free food resources, please refer to my comprehensive list, available here. It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are available outside my area.
Freebies
FREE Sample of Cat Years Lickable Treats
FREE Planet Fitness Summer Pass for Teens
FREE Pizza Hut Pan Pizza with the Book It Program
FREE $25 at IKEA After Cash Back
FREE Smackin Garlic Parm Sunflower Seeds at Love’s Travel Stops
FREE Good & Gather Samples, FREE LoveShackFancy Tote Bag & More at Target
FREE Snack Product with Rebate – Up to a $21.99 Value
FREE Handcrafted Drink Every Monday at Capital One Cafe
FREE Zicam Allergy Relief Nasal Spray
FREE Amazon Prime for Students
FREE Full-Size Essential Canine Healing or Grooming Product
FREE Dog Toys
Fourth of July Freebies, Deals & More
FREE Reward Every Week with Panda Express Wok Wednesday
FREE Wireless Zone & TCC Backpack & School Supplies Giveaway on July 26th
FREE 6 pc. Chicken Rings at White Castle
Get Free Beauty Samples in the Mail From La Roche-Posay, Dove, Hermes, Giorgio Armani and Others
2 FREE Movie Tickets to Young Washington
FREE Sample of Elta MD UV Skin Recovery SPF 50
FREE Bug or Safari Animal Magnet Craft Kit at JCPenney + 10% Off Coupon
FREE Go Kart Workshop at Home Depot
FREE Full-Size Mochi Love Mini Clouds
FREE Fan Fanatics Banners & Bracelets Craft Event at Michaels
FREE NeilMed Sinus Rinse Kit or NasaFlo Neti Pot
The Best Free Skincare Samples to Request Right Now
FREE Star-Spangled Biscuit at Hardee’s
FREE $10 Off at JCPenney – Today Only
4 FREE Frozen Drinks at Casey’s Every Friday
FREE $20 Credit at Finish Line
FREE Sample of Pedigree Pouches Dog Food & Drizzlers Savory Sauce
Save Big on the Latest Titles with the 30-Day FREE Kindle Unlimited Trial (Lots of Titles! $12/mo Value)
FREE Stars & Stripes Sprinkle Cookie at Great American Cookies for Military & Veterans on July 1st – 4th
FREE Sample of Thayers pH Balancing Cleanser
FREE Beach Bucket Toy Set at Lowe’s on July 4th
Get Free Magazine Subscriptions: No Credit Card Needed
FREE Solo Cups & Lids, Olipop, Lip Oil & More for Target Circle 360 Members
2 FREE Retro Mini Prints at Walgreens
FREE MyLowe’s Money Day Giveaway at Lowe’s on July 11th & 12th
FREE Maxx Action Back-to-School Party Pack
FREE Bloomingdale’s Little Freebies Box
FREE $5 in Groupon Bucks – 1st 200,000
FREE Ice Cream Cup or Cone at Haagen-Dazs
Free Kids’ Magazines: A Gateway to Fun and Learning
Deals
Subway BOGO Deal: New Subway Coupons for July
Amazon Basics 2-Ply Paper Towels 12-Rolls ONLY $11.92 (Reg $23)
July 4th Clearance: Up to 70% Off
Oasis Beach Towels From $10.49 w/ Coupon (Reg $30)
SKIMS Discount Codes & Coupons: Up to 30% Off an Order of Panties, Bras and Shapewear
Wicked Caboodle ONLY $14.99 at ULTA (Reg $30)
H2OGO! Kids Tropical Outdoor Inflatable Mega Bouncer ONLY $148 (Reg $300)
School Supplies From 25¢ at Target
4th of July Clothing at Walmart – Prices as low as $1.00
20 Budget-Friendly Lululemon Dupes on Amazon That Perform Just as Well
Up to 75% Off Outdoor Furniture at Wayfair + Free Shipping
School Supplies as low as $0.35 Shipped at Walmart
Prime Members Save 50¢ Per Gallon on Gas – From July 2 Through July 5
Macy’s up to 70% Off Clearance
Yoo-hoo Chocolate Drink 40-Pack ONLY $10 on Amazon
Michael Kors Marilyn Medium Signature Tote Bag ONLY $67.32 (Reg $358)
Paper Mate Pink Pearl Large Erasers ONLY $5.90 (Reg $14)
All The Best Subway Coupons and Promo Codes: New for July 2026
The Best Handbag, Purse & Clutch Deals on Sale: Michael Kors, Kate Spade, MKF Collection & Coach Up to 84% Off
Coziest Pajama Coupons and Deals This Week from Macy’s, Kohl’s, Amazon, Walmart and More
JCPenney 4th of July Sale Up to 50% Off + Extra 30% Off w/ Coupon
Wonder Nation Backpacks ONLY $4.97 at Walmart
This week was incredibly busy for me. I delivered costumes for a play I partially costumed.
I also tie-dyed some cool stuff, worked through my alterations pile at home, and got back into using my weighted hula hoop.
My Birthday Freebie list can be found here. The list mostly offers what you can find in Southern California.
If you live outside Southern California, check out this list: Free Birthday Stuff: Get The Best 100+ Freebies on Your Birthday!
Looking for some summer fun for you and the kids? Here is my list of frugal fun activities in San Diego County.
For free food resources, please refer to my comprehensive list, available here. It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are available outside my area.
Freebies
FREE FIFA World Cup Scarf at Home Depot on June 27th
FREE Skin Checks for World Skin Health Day on July 8th
FREE Handcrafted Drink Every Monday at Capital One Cafe
How to Score Sticker Freebies – Sticker Mule, Keds, Netflix and More
FREE 2027 Limited-Edition American Diabetes Association Calendar
FREE Full-Size Belle Aroma ScenTrio Petite Wax Warmer
FREE Beach Bucket Toy Giveaway at Lowe’s on July 4th
Get Free Samples by Mail: List of Legitimate Freebies & Free Samples From Brand Name Companies
FREE Sample of Zesty Paws Dog Supplements
FREE Coca-Cola or Levi’s Koozie Giveaway & More at Target
FREE Fourth of July Collection Donut at Krispy Kreme
FREE Vicks DayQuil & NyQuil Cold & Flu Medicine
FREE Stars & Stripes Sprinkle Cookie at Great American Cookies for Military & Veterans on July 1st – 4th
FREE Grabie Craft & Create Party Pack
FREE EXIT: The Enchanted Forest Party Pack
FREE Creed Aventus Fragrance Sample
FREE Copy of the Jiffy Mix Recipe Booklet
4 FREE Frozen Drinks at Casey’s Every Friday
FREE Frazil Slushie Every Friday in June
FREE $15 on Saltair Items at Target After Cash Back
FREE Fragrance Samples from Macy’s
FREE Original Glazed Donut at Krispy Kreme on July 4th
FREE Sample of Peak Health Digestive Enzymes Supplements
FREE Reward Every Week with Panda Express Wok Wednesday
FREE $25 at CVS After Cash Back
Here Are 6 Ways To Get Free Baby Formula Samples
Get Tons Of Free Stickers Online: Updated Monthly
FREE 6 Months of Amazon Prime for Young Adults Trial + Tons of Free Perks
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Ryobi ONE+ 18V Cordless 3/8 in. Drill/Driver Kit ONLY $39.88 at Home Depot (Reg $139)
Walmart Deals & More – BIG Savings on Kitchen, Electronics and More!
This is my kids’ favorite freebie- EVER. Both of my kids received this magazine for YEARS.
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Are you an Amazon Prime Member? If so, check out this deal!
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Everyone loves to save money, right? Check out P&G brandSAVER Perks! Save on brands you love, earn rewards, and make an impact. Here are a few of the offers/deals available:
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