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Amazon Deal of the Day: Hitachi Gas Powered Leaf Blower Only $102.99!

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October 16, 2016 by Frugal Coupon Living Writers Filed Under: Amazon, Online Shopping

Tired of raking leaves already? Make your job easier with this leaf blower deal. Today only, get the Hitachi RB24EAP 23.9cc 2-Cycle Gas Powered 170 MPH Handheld Leaf Blower for just $102.99. That’s 30% off its regular price. This blower weighs 8.6 pounds for reduced user fatigue, and it features a large two-finger throttle lever for easy operation. It is also backed by a seven-year consumer warranty.

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Eyeball Halloween Popsicles

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August 25, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Halloween, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Eyeball Halloween Popsicles

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We love our 31 Days of Kid’s Halloween Food Crafts and had to share one more. How spooky are these Eyeball Halloween Popsicles? So easy and yummy made with the sweet flavors of coconut water and Sprite. Use with some of your favorite Halloween candies, freeze in molds, and enjoy these creepy treat!

Eyeball Halloween Popsicles
Yields: 8

Ingredients:

Directions:

In a pitcher, add the coconut water and Sprite. Stir to mix well.
Drop 2 to 3 gummy eyeballs into each Popsicle mold.
Pour the coconut water/sprite mixture into each mold up to the fill line.
Insert lids/Popsicle sticks into each mold and freeze overnight.
Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Make sure that the baking sheet can fit in your freezer.
Run warm water over the molds to loosen each Popsicle .
Release a pop from its mold and pipe the red gel at the bottom of the pop and place on the baking sheet. You don’t want the other pops to start melting while you complete this step so you will have to pipe the icing on fairly quickly.
Return the baking sheet to the freezer until ready to serve.

Enjoy!

Note: I purchased the gummy eyeballs at Walmart in the fall baking aisle. You can find a variety at most craft stores. The Popsicle mold pictured in the recipe was purchased at TJ Maxx.

Eyeball Halloween Popsicles

Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 minutes
Yield: 8 1x

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Ingredients

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16.9 oz Zico Coconut Water
16 oz Bottle of Sprite
Wilton Blood Red Sparkle Gel
Gummy Eyeballs
Popsicle Mold

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Instructions

In a pitcher, add the coconut water and Sprite. Stir to mix well.
Drop 2 to 3 gummy eyeballs into each Popsicle mold.
Pour the coconut water/sprite mixture into each mold up to the fill line.
Insert lids/Popsicle sticks into each mold and freeze overnight.
Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Make sure that the baking sheet can fit in your freezer.
Run warm water over the molds to loosen each Popsicle .
Release a pop from its mold and pipe the red gel at the bottom of the pop and place on the baking sheet. You don’t want the other pops to start melting while you complete this step so you will have to pipe the icing on fairly quickly.
Return the baking sheet to the freezer until ready to serve.

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Last Updated on August 25, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

Frugal Fashion Friday Fall Holiday Outfit

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October 16, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Amazon, Facebook, Fashion, Frugal Fashion, Frugal Fashion Friday, Instagram, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Social Media

Frugal Fashion Friday Fall Holiday Outfit

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It’s another Frugal Fashion Friday. I am obsessed with black and red plaid – anyone else? We paired this fun tunic dress with tan over the knee boots from French Connection. Add a dash of accessories and a pop of color on your nails and you are all set with a casual dress turned chic for your fall holiday attire.

Frugal Fashion Friday Fall Holiday Outfit

Women’s Long Sleeve Button Down Plaid Dress with Belt

French Connection Clementina Tan Boots

Kendra Scott Addie Drop Earrings

Tory Burch Double Wrap Logo Bracelet in Black/Gold

Ray-Ban Gatsby Sunglasses in Black

JULEP Polish in Cassandra

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Frugal Fashion Friday Outfits

the Halloween Outfit – Pin It
the Fall Outfit for Women – Pin It
the Workout Outfit for Mom – Pin It
the Soccer Mom Outfit – Pin It
the One Last White Before Labor Day Outfit – Pin It
the Suede Dress Outfit – Pin It
the Fall Blazer Outfit – Pin It
the Ready for Some Football Outfit – Pin It
the What to Wear in London Outfit – Pin It
the Summer Nantucket Outfit – Pin It
the Summer Rain Outfit – Pin It
the Summer Pool Outfit – Pin It
the Celebrity Inspired Kimono Outfit – Pin It
the Red, White & Blue Outfit – Pin It
the July 4th Outfit – Pin It
the Summer Crochet Swimwear Outfit – Pin It
the Cute Work Outfit – Pin It
the Black Checked Dress Outfit – Pin It
the Neon Outfit – Pin It
the Shark Week Summer Outfit – Pin It
the Relaxed Southern Outfit – Pin It
the Chambray Outfit– Pin It
the Beach Kimono Outfit – Pin It
the Pregnancy Outfit – Pin It
the Happy Camper Camping Outfit – Pin It
the Saturday Morning Brunch Outfit – Pin It
the Plane Outfit for Travel – Pin It
the Relaxed Weekend Outfit – Pin It

Last Updated on October 16, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

Amazon Deal of the Day: FIFA 17 Only $39.99!

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October 14, 2016 by Frugal Coupon Living Writers Filed Under: Amazon, Online Shopping

Today only, save $20 on the newly released FIFA17. That makes this video game only $39.99. This is available for PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360 and Xbox One.

For the first time ever in FIFA, live your story on and off the pitch as the Premier League’s next rising star, Alex Hunter. Play on any club in the premier league, for authentic managers and alongside some of the best players on the planet. Experience brand new worlds in FIFA 17, all while navigating your way through the emotional highs and lows of The Journey. A touted prospect, Alex Hunter is on a journey to make his mark in the Premier League. Emerging as one of the best young prospects in the academy, the expectations are high and the opportunity is there for Alex to perform on the world’s biggest stage. Will you deliver?

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Free Wall Calendar from Shutterfly!

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October 13, 2016 by Frugal Coupon Living Writers Filed Under: Free, Photo

Wow! this is a rare offer from Shutterfly! Through 10/16, get a 8×11 12-month wall calendar for FREE from Shutterfly. Just use coupon code LUCKYU at checkout to grab this at no cost. Plus this code helps you also get 40% off everything else available online.

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Your First UBER Ride is FREE!

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October 20, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Frugal Living, Instagram, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Social Media

What is UBER?

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What is UBER? UBER App is Powerful Way to Get Where You Need to Be…Cheaper

If you have visited a larger city, or needed to get somewhere without a car, chances are you have hailed (or tried) a cab. With hailing a cab comes frustrations and irritations. Late arrivals, missed signals and ridiculous and unknown pricing can all cause one to second guess getting a taxi in the city. UBER is a smartphone “taxi” app that came along back in 2009 and has slowly been changing the transportation landscape ever since. This idea is a very interesting take on the economic model we pattern our lives around….we buy and sell based on reputation and convenience.

With UBER, you send a signal through an app that you need a ride. That signal is then given to a driver that is nearby (through the wonders of smartphone and satellite technology) and all payment is done via credit card – no cash necessary. The driver picks you up and then takes you to the desired location. This business model, at it’s core, is pretty solid. You do not need to carry cash OR even tip!

How it Works:

1.) Download the app. Use my Uber promo code, ashleyl4951ue, and get $20 off your first UBER ride.

2.) Request your ride.

3.) Track your driver and their arrival time on your GoogleMaps-like map.

4.) You have your driver’s name and car color and make so you can make sure you get in the right car. They often an UBER sticker on the side of the window. They also have your picture so they will know what you look like.

5.) Place your end location in the app and your driver will get you there. No need to pay (as your credit card info is in the app) or offer a tip.

There are some challenges that UBER has faced over the years, however. One such problem is the safety of the drivers and riders. Because the drivers are vetted to some degree, that is somewhat under control. Drivers MUST PASS background checks and have a constantly monitored driving record that meets certain standards. While not foolproof, it is a fairly solid program to keep riders safe. The flip side of that equation, however, is still somewhat a point of contention. Compared to a taxi, however, there is RECORD of your travel, location and diver leaving a safe history to your whereabouts and who you are with.

Prices are, of course, another important aspect of the program. They implement what is called surge pricing and the model is based on supply and demand. At high traffic times, the pricing goes up. When demand is lower, rides are much cheaper. Compare these prices, though, at all times to a cab. Living in the city (DC), we have found this service to be much cheaper than the alternative. For our family of four, UBER IS EVEN CHEAPER THAN THE METRO!

This is important when selecting a car. There are also many different levels of UBER rides. You can get luxury automobiles, SUV sized vehicles (UBER XL or UBERSUV) and various other types of Uber rides if you are willing to pay for them. The key is to fit the Uber experience to what you are comfortable with. When we have more than 5 people, we always select UBER XL

UBER has carved out one heck of a niche in a powerful market. The company is worth billions and they seem to be expanding all the time. Right now, they are in hundreds of cities across the globe and that number is only going to increase in the coming years. It is the ride of choice for our DC Family of four!

We love UBER…often more affordable than the Metro for larger parties and cheaper than a Taxi. DID YOU KNOW? Your first UBER Ride (up to $20) is FREE?! Go to www.frugalcouponliving.com and search UBER for your code. Grab it now, add it to your app and use later!

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Last Updated on October 20, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

Painted Plates Craft with McCain Smiles #JoyintheKitchen

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December 15, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of McCain Foods, Inc. The opinions are entirely my own.

Painted Plates Craft with McCain Smiles

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You have seen from past posts how much we love homemade gift ideas. There of course is something “frugal” about a DIY gift but more importantly, there is something personal. The fall season is of course a great time to do these crafty things. The activities of the season can be costly and sometimes creating a gift from home not only saves money it can emphasize the importance of the season, spending time with family and creating and presenting a present that required thought and time.

We had fun making these painted plates and mugs with painter makers. While we made them for our family and had a little side fun creating a people food craft we could also eat, they also would be great gift ideas for the grandparents this holiday season!

Painted Plates Craft

Supplies:

Painters markers
Plain white plates/mugs
Newspaper

Directions:

Wipe off each plate or mug surface with a cotton ball and rubbing alcohol and let air dry.
Use your markers to draw fun pictures of your family – make sure to date them!
Let your plates completely dry.
Place your plates onto a baking pan and into the oven at 225° for 30 minutes (do not preheat your oven).
Let your plates cool off completely, hand wash well before use.

In our afternoon craft activity we shared some McCain Smiles Fries. They are made with real potatoes and seasoned with sea salt. We added some ketchup for a yummy after-school snack while we crafted. I found the fries in the frozen section at our local grocery store.

If you are in a pinch, also check out the McCain 5 Minute Fries, also made with real potatoes but they only take 5 minutes to cook! For dinner, my family enjoyed the McCain Sweet Potato Fries. We served with Italian chicken and Brussels sprouts. Yes, my kids love Brussels sprouts – cut them up, season with salt, pepper and olive oil and toss in the oven for 1 hour at 350 degrees. You can serve either of these on your painted plates, I just suggest hand washing over using the dishwasher.

How does your family celebrate the beginning of fall together?

Last Updated on December 15, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

Welch’s Blueberry Fusion Muffins #WelchsFrozenSoFresh

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December 15, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Although this post is sponsored by Welch’s® Frozen Fruits, all opinions are my own.

Welch’s Blueberry Fusion Muffins

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Just the other day I bought blueberries on sale for buy one, get one. When I came home from the store and placed them in the refrigerator, I remember I told my husband that “I should wash and freeze these” but the time just wasn’t there and the thought never crossed my mind again. A week later, I was tossing both containers in the garbage because they had gone bad that quickly! We never got to the muffin recipe I had intended to make for the kids. It felt like such a waste and I was upset with myself or not taking the time to freeze them. What was the point of the sale and purchase if I was just going to end up tossing out the fruit?

This example of waste is one reason I love frozen fruit. Frozen fruit is perfect for baking treats, creating healthy smoothies, many breakfast foods and more! The fruit is also frozen at its freshest point giving you that high quality, perfect taste straight from the bag. I also can use the fruit at the time I choose instead of having to monitor it for refrigerator life and rush to a recipe I am not ready to make.

This past week I gave Welch’s Frozen Fruits a try. My family loves muffins, one of our favorite muffin recipes is a blueberry muffin one that was passed down from my grandmother to my mother and now me. My children love muffins for breakfast, snacks, desserts and in their lunch box. I love that Welch’s Blueberry Fusion flavor is available at any time at my local Mejier store – this means I can make my recipe with the convenience of ingredients in my pantry and berries in my freezer. It upped our family recipe by adding with the blueberries a touch of cherries and mango (from the Welch’s Blueberry Fusion bag) and it came out delicious – simply pure joy in every bite!

I shopped at my local Meijer. You can see the Welch’s Frozen Fruit 48 oz Blueberry Fusion in the frozen aisle. I found it near the frozen desserts and breakfast items. Right now if you shop at Meijer, Shaw’s, Shoprite, Big Y, Jewel, or Hannaford’s, be sure to take this $1.00 off on Welch’s Frozen Fruit coupon. This coupon is good from October 1st, 2016 to November 30th, 2016. I bet these would be good for some holiday recipes. When shopping, consider these other flavors – Welch’s 48 oz Tropical Blend and Welch’s 48 oz Antioxidant Blend.

Welch’s Blueberry Fusion Muffins Recipe
Makes 8 Large Muffins

Ingredients:

1/2 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 cup milk
1/2 cup canola oil
1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 large eggs
2 cups Welch’s Frozen Fruit in Blueberry Fusion

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees and spray a jumbo muffin pan with a nonstick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk your eggs and sugars together.
Then mix in your milk, oil, and vanilla.
In a separate large mixing bowl, mix together your flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
Pour your dry ingredients into your egg mixture and mix well.
Now fold in your frozen Welch’s Blueberry Fusion fruit.
Fill your jumbo muffin tins up to the top with your batter.
Lightly press a few extra berries on top of your muffins.
Bake for 5 minutes, then turn the temperature down to 375 degrees and finishing baking for an additional 25 minutes.
Let cool and enjoy with a touch of butter (so good when served over a warm muffin!)

What’s your favorite way to have Welch’s Frozen Fruits?

Last Updated on December 15, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living