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9/13/2025 Weekend Freebies and Deals!

Abby H.

What I learned this week: One can still contract Pertussis despite being vaccinated against it. How do I know? Both my kids got it. I took yesterday off from work, and the littlest one and I saw the pediatrician, who confirmed that both kids had it (The big one saw a doctor the day before).

My house has turned into a medication dispensary. My kitchen counter is cluttered with medications, schedules, hand sanitizer, and Lysol spray.  The horrors persist, and so do I.

I’ve updated my list of freebies for birthdays in 2025, which you can find here.

For free food resources, please refer to my comprehensive list, available here. It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are outside my area.

 

Freebies:

FREE Sample of L’Oreal Revitalift Triple Power Anti-Aging Moisturizer
FREE Febreze PLUG Warmer at Costco – Today (9/13)
FREE GORGIE Energy Drinks
2 FREE Movie Tickets to Afterburn
FREE $20 Purchase at Walgreens After Cash Back
FREE ALDI Big Bag on September 16th
FREE Zelmin’s Mint Breath Freshening Capsules
Hidden Valley Ranchology Rewards – Free Samples, Socks, Hat, Tote Bag & More
FREE Medium Fries at McDonalds – Every Friday
FREE Fries Every Week at Burger King
FREE Betty Buzz Sparkling Soda
FREE Sample of Stem & Root Melatonin-Free Sleep Support Supplements
FREE Queso Day at Moe’s Southwest Grill on September 20th
FREE Single Smashed Burger Deluxe at Huddle House
FREE Sample of WOWBUTTER Creamy Peanut Free Toasted Spread
Text for $10 Off at Lane Bryant = FREE Item
How to Score Sticker Freebies – Sticker Mule, Keds, Netflix and More
FREE e.l.f. Stay Cool Primer Stick
FREE Sample of AESTHETIC TURBULENCE Fragrance
2 FREE Movie Tickets to In Whose Name?
FREE Sample of Care-e-on Layover Lip Mask
FREE Dart Blasters and Target Sets
FREE Haunted Candy Box Workshop at Home Depot
FREE Sample of CeraVe AM Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
FREE Rhode Peptide Lip Tint at Sephora After Cash Back

 

Deals:

Arched Full Length Mirror ONLY $34 (Reg $60) at Amazon
KitchenAid Kitchen Towel 4-Pack ONLY $9 (Reg $30) at Amazon
Lenovo IdeaPad 14-Inches Laptop ONLY $175.98 at Walmart

September 2025: New Healthy Freebies From Social Nature!

Abby H.

 If you are into Organic/Natural/Healthy products, then Social Nature is right up your alley. Sign up and apply to sample products that you are interested in. I usually receive 4-6 offers/freebies per month, sometimes more if I have time to shop. And most of the time it’s full-size products, not just a tiny sample.

In addition to the offers where they mail you a coupon for a free product, Social Nature has started offering 100% cash-back, similar to Ibotta and Fetch Rewards. I love this because I can select exactly what I want, Social Nature tells me which local stores have it, and I can add it to my next shopping list.

And it’s just as easy as Ibotta and Fetch Rewards. Snap a pic and upload it. You can select Venmo, Paypal, or an Amazon Gift Card for your rebate.

Here are just a few of the Free/100% Cashback offers available now:

  • Dairy-Free Cheese by Daiya Foods
  • Gluten-Free Snack Foods by Feel Good Foods
  • Mental Performance Shots by Magic Mind
  • High Protein Pasta Case by BRAMI
  • Soft Baked Fibre Snacks by Good to Go
  • Shots: Energy/Focus/Relax by RYDE
  • Premium Cold Brew Coffee by Cameron’s Coffee
  • Gorgie Sparkling Energy Drinks
  • Wild Tuna in Olive Oil by Rio Mare
  • Gluten-Free Cookies by Schär
  • Crumbled Tajín Feta Cheese by Athenos
  • Meatless Breakfast Patties by Nature’s Fynd

JCPenney: Buy 1, Get 2 Free Towels!!

Abby H.

This sale is amazing and comes at a great time. This weekend only, through 9/14/25, all towels (kitchen and bath) and bath rugs are buy 1, get 2 free.

This is a great deal, and if you have JCP rewards cash to spend, pick up some free/cheap towels!

I got three bath sheets (30×60) for $2.16 after the sale and $20 in JCP Rewards cash.

I like the Home Expressions Quick Dri® Benzoyl Peroxide Friendly Bath Towel because certain people in my house use oxy pads (yes those still exist) and other face products that contain Benzoyl Peroxide, and that can bleach out other towels. I also like white towels because you can bleach them.

So if you need to refresh your linen closet this weekend, JCP is a great place to start!

Weekend Freebie and Deal Round up!

Abby H.

This week has been so busy. Between work, appointments, and overall shenanigans, I am finally able to sit down and post these freebies and deals. And some of these are fire as the kids say.

I’ve updated my list of freebies for birthdays in 2025, which you can find here.

For free food resources, please refer to my comprehensive list, available here. It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are outside my area.

 

Freebies:

FREE Hill’s Pet Nutrition Cat Food
FREE Ninja Blast Portable Blender
FREE Kool-Aid Jammers Cherry Pack ReFUNd with Ripple Street
FREE Chips, Guac or Queso Reward at Chipotle
Possible FREE Crunch White Chocolate Candy Bar
FREE $30 Purchase at GAP After Cash Back
FREE Vitafusion Women’s Gummy Multivitamins Chatterbuy Kit
FREE Sample of Four Sigmatic Products
FREE Products with Fur Buddies – New Mission
FREE NeilMed Sinus Rinse Kit or NasaFlo Neti Pot
FREE Febreze Fabric Refresher After Walmart Cash
FREE Sample of Giorgio Armani My Way Fragrance
FREE Iron-On Embroidered Patch + FREE Shipping
FREE ACANA Jerky Bites Dog Treats
FREE 3-pk of Aqulius Safety Glasses
FREE Sol de Janeiro Beija Flor Jet Set at Sephora After Cash Back
FREE PhytoGen Hat
FREE Sample of Korua Batana Oil Spray
FREE Medium Fries at McDonalds – Every Friday
FREE Sample of Conch Coffee
FREE Fries Every Week at Burger King

Deals:

Bella Pro 2 Slice Toaster ONLY $24.99 at Best Buy (Reg $50)
Top 10 Most Purchased Amazon Finds Under $50
Kate Spade Lucy Small Card Holder Wristlet ONLY $39 (Reg $129)
Up to 75% Off Men’s Suits, Blazers and More at Macy’s Friends & Family Sale
Alberto VO5 Extra Body Volumizing Shampoo 15oz ONLY $1 on Amazon
21 Days of Beauty Event at Ulta – Save 50% Off Your Favorite Products!
JCPenney Scented Jar Candles ONLY $11 (Reg $26)

September 2025: First of the Month Savings!

Abby H.

Back in the “olden times” of couponing, the first of the month was the best day for money savers. New coupons would be available to print; the first Sunday of the month (barring any holidays) would have a lot of new high-value coupons.

The first of the month means apps have refreshed their deals. For the complete list of apps I use and recommend, check out my apps page here. My top two favorites are Fetch and Ibotta.

Coupons.com is still around, but they don’t have too many high-value coupons. The same company owns the app Checkout51, which tends to have a better selection of offers.

Store apps have also refreshed their offers and coupons. If you have not downloaded your favorite stores’ apps, go do it. You are leaving money on the table.

Rebate apps like Aisle and  WeStock also refresh and add new offers on the first of each month.  Social Nature frequently adds new offers at the beginning of each month.

If you are a drugstore shopper, check your drugstore apps for new coupons- I suggest “clipping” the coupons for brands you like as soon as you see them. They may go on sale sometime during the month, and you’ll have your savings locked and loaded!

Instead of reaching for our newspapers and scissors, we use our phones to select our offers. Think of modern couponing as saving both time and money!

8/29/2025 Weekly Freebies and Deals!

Abby H.

It rained yesterday! For some of you that’s no big deal, but summer here in San Diego County is dry and hot, and any rain is great for our very dry vegetation.

But it was the tail end of a tropical storm, so any time I went outside, my glasses fogged up.

This weekend is looking to be a hot one- the kids and I are looking forward to spending some time in the pool!

I’ve updated my list of freebies for birthdays in 2025, which you can find here.

For free food resources, please refer to my comprehensive list, available here. It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are outside my area.

 

Freebies:

FREE Neutrogena Collagen Bank Moisturizer
FREE Sample of Dove Amino Curl Repair Mask
FREE Sample of La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Dark Spot Serum
FREE Box of Kraft Mac & Cheese + Sweepstakes
FREE $40 Worth of Sharpie Products from Staples
FREE Sample of Abbi & Lahni Glow Guard Face + Body Balm
FREE Pair of Water Shoes for Kids
FREE Kinship LittleKin Puppy or Kitten Sample Pack – $200 Value
FREE Hill’s Pet Nutrition Dog Food
FREE $10 FANDANGO Movie Ticket Code
Nestle GoodNes Community – FREE Jack’s Frozen Pizza
FREE Movie Ticket to The Threesome
FREE Blue Buffalo Valentine’s Day Be Mine Bars Chatterbox Kit
FREE Sample of CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser
FREE Sample of Stem & Root Mood Support Supplements
FREE Fries Every Week at Burger King
FREE Cleaning Products
FREE Pimple Patches
FREE Pickleball Paddle
FREE LEGO Classic Creative Suitcase at Walmart After Cash Back
FREE Degree Body Wash
FREE Tari Peruvian Flavorful Hot Sauce Sample Kit
T-Mobile Tuesdays – FREE Stadium Bag, FREE Large Slurpee, BOGO FREE Wings & More
Text for $10 Off at Lane Bryant = FREE Item
FREE Full-Size OLAY Complete + Facial Moisturizer with SPF 40

 

Deals:

Dairy Queen Blizzards ONLY $0.85 Starting September 8th!
Old Navy’s Labor Day Sale – Up to 50% Off Storewide
Subway BOGO Deal: Buy 1, Get 1 Footlong Sub – New Subway Coupons, Footlong Desserts & Free Sandwich
Select Hanes Women’s Underwear 50% Off at Amazon, Get a 6pk. for ONLY $8!
Save 40% on Kids’ Clothing at Target
Eddie Bauer Labor Day Sale up to 70% Off Sitewide
10 Bogg Bag Dupes on Amazon That Are Just as Great as the Real Bogg Bag
Zappos Sale: Up to 80% Off Women’s Clothing & Shoes, Up to 75% Off Men’s Clothing & Shoes + Coupon
Gap’s Labor Day Sale – Up to 60% Off Your Favorites & 50% Off All Dresses
Insignia 50-Inch LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV ONLY $169.99 (Reg $300)
Temu Coupon Codes – Extra 30% Off For New App Users & More
Mainstays Fleece Plush Throw Blanket ONLY $4

8/23/2025 Weekend Freebies and Deals!

Abby H.

This week was my first week back to work, and it’s been busy.

It has also been so hot here, over 90 degrees each day, and it’s going to stay hot for a while.

I’ve updated my list of freebies for birthdays in 2025, which you can find here.

For free food resources, please refer to my comprehensive list, available here. It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are outside my area.

Let’s get onto the Freebies!!
FREE Gallon of Nature’s Touch Milk & a FREE Muffin at Kwik Trip (these are in the Midwest)
FREE VOL.U.LIFT Volume Skin Firming Treatment Sample
FREE Thames & Kosmos Dice Words Game Night Party Pack
FREE Food at SONIC Every Friday Through August 29th
FREE Touchland Power Mist Hydrating Hand Sanitizer at Sephora After Cash Back
Free Kids’ Magazines: A Gateway to Fun and Learning
Claim Cash in the $2.5 Million HexClad Cookware Class Action Settlement
FREE Jergens Body Moisturizer
FREE Dog Bandana & Pup Cups at Scooter’s Coffee on August 23rd & 26th
FREE LYSOL Lemon & Lime Blossom Disinfecting Wipes ReFUNd with Ripple Street
FREE Football Spirit Board for Kids at Lowe’s
FREE Hemp Helpers Dog Collars or Topical Tubes
FREE Frozen Drink at Casey’s Every Friday in May thru December
FREE Mainstays 2-Slice Toaster at Walmart After Cash Back
FREE Amouage Guidance Fragrance Sample
FREE Jergens Shea Fusion Body Lotion
FREE $20 Purchase at Sephora After Cash Back
FREE ShineWater Enhanced Hydration Water for Kids Chatterbuy Kit
FREE Soteri Skin Eczema Starter Kit
2 FREE Movie Tickets to Light of the World
FREE Sample of New Skin Kids Liquid Bandage Paint
FREE Febreze PLUG Warmer at Costco –  9/13
FREE 6-Piece Chicken Nuggets Every Wednesday at Wendy’s
FREE Aramis Intuition Men’s Eau de Parfum Fragrance Sample
Chipotle U Rewards – 1,000 FREE Points for College Students
FREE Naked Juice Coupon + Sweepstakes
Get Free Beauty Product Samples With Topbox Circle
Earn $2 to $75 per Completed Survey – Ages 16+ can Apply
FREE 12 oz. Can of Poppi Prebiotic Soda

 

Deals

Swiffer Sweep & Mop Deluxe ONLY $17 on Amazon
No Boundaries T-Shirt Bras ONLY $5.98 at Walmart
Target has School Backpacks From $5
Coldwater Creek up to 70% Off Sale + Fresh Fall Styles
4 Piece Hardside Luggage Set ONLY $98 at Macy’s (Reg $300)
Arched Full Length Mirror ONLY $34 (Reg $60) at Amazon
Doorbusters Sale at JCPenney: Save up to 65% Off Select Styles
Mainstays 6-Piece Outdoor Patio Dining Set ONLY $67 at Walmart (Reg $109)

8/15/2025 Weekly Freebies and Deals!

Abby H.

It’s my last weekend before I head back to work, and the smaller kid heads back to school.

This week has been full of adjustments, including getting up at 5:45 each morning to get my big kid ready for high school.

I’ve updated my list of freebies for birthdays in 2025, which you can find here.

For free food resources, please refer to my comprehensive list, available here. It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are outside my area.

Let’s get onto the Freebies!!

Freebies:
FREE Sample of Kombat Klean Laundry Detergent
2 FREE Movie Tickets to Trust
FREE Sample of Zarbee’s Kids Triple Action Hydration Electrolyte Drink
FREE Valspar Paint or Stain Sample at Lowe’s
FREE Gillette Men’s Razor at CVS
FREE Pet Station Craft for Kids at Lowe’s
FREE Lancome La vie est belle Vanille Nude Fragrance Sample
FREE 20 oz. Starry or Starry Zero Sugar If It Hits 100°
FREE VCF Sample
FREE 16 oz. Monster Ultra at Pilot Flying J
How to Score Sticker Freebies – Sticker Mule, Keds, Netflix and More
FREE Kerasal Nail and Foot Care Products
FREE Football Tic-Tac-Toe Board Craft Kit at JCPenney
FREE Handcrafted Beverage at Capital One Cafe
FREE Brita Large Water Pitcher at Walmart After Cash Back
FREE Café Tango Frozen Coffee Every Tuesday in August
FREE Jean Paul Gaultier Divine Elixir Fragrance Sample
FREE Gift from Target & ULTA Beauty – Fenty Beauty, Origins, BONDI BOOST or Divi
FREE Food & Beverage Products from the Nestle GoodNes Community
FREE 8-Pack of Post-It Notes at Staples
FREE Kraft Classic Ranch Dressing Chatterbuy Kit
FREE Original Glazed Donut at Krispy Kreme on August 23rd
FREE Welch’s Juicefuls Fusions ReFUNd with Ripple Street
FREE $25 Purchase at Staples After Cash Back
FREE Movie Ticket to Eden
FREE Pumpkin Spice Latte Pup Cups at Petco on August 26th
Get Tons Of Free Stickers Online: Updated Monthly
6 FREE 5×7 Photo Cards at Walgreens – Last Day
FREE LYSOL Brand New Day Lavender & Cotton Blossom Disinfecting Wipes ReFUNd with Ripple Street
Chipotle IQ Test – Over $1 Million in FREE Chipotle
10 Ways to Save Big on Pet Food Delivery Services + Get Free Shipping
FREE Hartz Nature’s Shield Flea & Tick Cat Spray
FREE 4-Pack of OLIPOP Pineapple Paradise – 1st 500 at 3pm est Each Day
FREE 4-Pack of ProGo Protein & Energy Bars
FREE Hartz Delectables Kitten Treats
FREE Bimbo Global Race Drawstring Bag, Headband, Wallet & Finishers Medal

 

Deals:

23 Zara Fragrance Dupes that Smell Just Like Designer Perfumes
Cooks 30-Piece Nonstick Cookware Set ONLY $50 (Reg $180)
Women’s Tees From $7.99 at Kohl’s
Two Days ONLY: 50% Off Women’s Sweatshirts at Old Navy
Save 20% on Walgreens Senior Day Each Month
Macy’s Jewelry up to 70% Off
JCPenney Scented Jar Candles ONLY $10 (Reg $26)
Step Into and Step Out In These Golden Goose Dupes
The Best Amazon Snack Deals to Scoop Up NOW
Papa Murphy’s Pizza Coupons and Promo Codes: 30% Off, $5 Off & More!
Up to 30% Off Select Shoes at Target
How to Save $100s with NEW brandSAVER Coupons Right From Your Phone
The Children’s Place: Up to 50% Off Entire Site + Extra 20% Off w/ Coupon
Kate Spade Madison Phone Crossbody ONLY $69 (Reg $199)
One Day Sale – Up to 60% Off Sitewide at Macy’s – Prices as Low as $4
Mainstays Albany Lane 6-Piece Outdoor Patio Dining Set ONLY $64 (Reg $109)
Dorm Move-In Essentials: 5 Must-Have Finds at Bed Bath & Beyond

8/1/2025 Weekly Freebies and Deals!

Abby H.

My big kid starts high school on Monday! I’m not sure how I’m old enough for this to be happening.

I’ve updated my list of freebies for birthdays in 2025, which you can find here.

For free food resources, please refer to my comprehensive list, available here. It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are outside my area.

Let’s get onto the Freebies!!

Freebies:

FREE Whopper at Burger King with Walmart+
FREE Rubbermaid 40 pc. Food Storage Set at Walmart After Cash Back
FREE Sample of e.l.f. Halo Glow Liquid Filter
FREE JLo Limitless Fragrance Sample
FREE Sample Bag of IAMS Kitten Food
FREE Sample of Organifi Happy Drops Gummies
Free Chick-fil-A: The Chick-fil-A Hacks You Need to Know – Yes, It Includes FREE Chicken!
FREE Sample of CeraVe AM Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
FREE Frozen Drink at Casey’s Every Friday in May thru August
FREE $35 Purchase at Walmart After Cash Back
FREE Kool-Aid Jammers Chatterbuy Kit
FREE Café Tango Frozen Coffee Every Tuesday in August
FREE Sample Bag of IAMS Puppy Food
FREE Food at SONIC Every Friday Through August 29th
FREE Rascals Diapers or Training Pants
FREE Art of Tea Premium Tea Sampler
Claim Cash in the $6.94 Million Vending Machine Class Action Settlement
FREE Hallmark Card Every Month
FREE Movie Tickets to Americana
FREE Full-Size Twist + Lick Dog Dental Gel
FREE Fries Every Day in August at Arby’s
FREE Wax Service at European Wax Center
FREE Sample of Hiccupops Hiccup-Stopping Lollipops
FREE Summer Wrap Up BOS Party Pack
FREE Pork Big Deal for Teachers at Sonny’s BBQ
FREE 2pk Better Homes & Gardens Glass Tumblers at Walmart After Cash Back
FREE 6-Piece Chicken Nuggets Every Wednesday at Wendy’s
FREE hello Deodorant Chatterbuy Kit

Deals:

The Children’s Place: Graphic Tees ONLY $3.99 (Reg $12)
DICK’S Sporting Goods Coupons & Promo Codes: 75% Off, $60 Off, 50% Off and More
Planet Fitness New Coupons & Promo Codes: Free Membership, $1 Enrollment, $10 Off & More
Ulta Coupon: $3 off $15
Grab These Best Shoe Deals on Sale For Women, Men & Kids, Up to 70% Off
15 Essential Costco Warehouse Savings Tips for Smarter Shopping
$6 Women’s and $4 Girls Leggings at Old Navy
Target 20% Off Coupon for Students & Teachers
Macy’s 10 Days of Glam Sale – 50% Off Top Beauty Deals
AAA Batteries 24-Pack ONLY $6.64 (Reg $16)
CVS Photo Coupons & Promo Codes – 50% Off Prints, 50% Off Gifts & More
Crayola 24-ct Crayons ONLY 50¢ (Reg $1.49) at Target
Tarte Cosmetics Sets on Sale: Prices From $17
Score 3 Subway Footlong Subs for Only $17.99 with Coupon

8/1/2025 Weekly Freebies and Deals!

Abby H.

Back-to-School is upon us! We’ve got 2 weeks, but that means 2 weeks of shenanigans between all the school prep.

Here are a few ways that we will be having fun and being frugal:

  • The Summer Library Reading Program post can be found here.
  • Fun Free Summer Activities for Tweens and Teens here.
  • The Summer Movie Deals can be found here.
  • Don’t forget about Cheap Stuff to do with Tweens and Teens here.
  • Kids Bowl Free is back for 2025- More info here.

I’ve updated my list of freebies for birthdays in 2025, which you can find here.

For free food resources, please refer to my comprehensive list, available here. It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are outside my area.

Let’s get onto the Freebies!!

Freebies:

FREE $35 Purchase at Nike After Cash Back
FREE Up & Up Writing Item, $5 Off HeyDay or $5 Off Brightroom Storage for Target Circle 360 Members
FREE Frozen Drink at Casey’s Every Friday in May thru August
FREE SPAM Norimaki Roll or SPAM Musubi at Kroger
FREE Chocolate Chunk Cookie at Insomnia Cookies
Teachers – Possible FREE Pets in the Classroom Grant
FREE $15 to Spend on Books at Walmart After Cash Back
FREE Passport to Italy Donut at Krispy Kreme
FREE Cheesecake On a Stick at White Castle
FREE Sample of Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour HydraPlay 2-in-1 Daily Cleanser
FREE Eau Thermale Jonzac Skincare Sample + FREE Shipping
FREE Café Tango Frozen Coffee Every Tuesday in August
2 FREE 5×7 Photo Prints at Walgreens (App Only)
FREE Full-Size Wuffes Daily Probiotic for Dogs – $39 Value
FREE BtNPN Deep Relief Patches
FREE Patches, Charms & More at Target on August 2nd & 3rd
FREE Sample of Vetality Brush-Free Daily Dental Chews for Dogs

 

Deals

Target has School Backpacks From $5
5-Piece Character Backpacks ONLY $17.99 at JCPenney
Backpacks From $5 at Walmart
Victoria’s Secret Panties 7 For $35
Yankee Candles Buy 2 Get 2 Free: 3-Wick & Large Candles
Save Big on Your Next Move with USPS Mover Coupons
Great Clips Coupons: Get Your Next Haircut for Less with Great Clips Coupons and Promo Codes
Famous Footwear Promo Codes & Coupons: Save Big on Your Favorite Shoes From Nike, Crocs and More!