I’m trying to be better about using reusable totes instead of paper or plastic bags.

One of the biggest challenges is the initial expense of the reusuable totes.

Get a free reusable tote bag from Nature’s Bounty Health Supplements here.

When you sign up, you’ll also get access to a $2 printable coupon. Nature’s Bounty also has a rewards program for frequent buyers.

Thanks to April for the […]

I don’t have a Costco anywhere near where I live, but that doesn’t mean I can’t enjoy some free samples from them!

Here is a free sample for Ponds Clean Sweep Towelettes. (Sorry, no longer available)

There is a sample pack of Kotex Lightdays here.

Both samples ask for a Costco ID number, but it’s not required.

Thanks to Mercedes and Kelly T for the tips!

The weather is getting cooler and rainy. Time to enter some giveaways. Maybe you’ll win something to entertain you:

Today’s Housewife wants to hear what you think is a must-have for the new baby. One winner will receive a $15 gift card to Babies (or Toys) ‘R’ Us.

Moms Need to Know is giving away 3 coupons for a FREE 4 pack of Yo-Plus yogurt to one […]

Pamper your pup with this free sample from Greenies.

Greenies specializes in healthy treats for your cat or dog. The site says it will send “an appropriate treat,” whatever that is!

Thanks to Mercedes for the tip!

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It’s been awhile, but Walmart has finally put some new freebies up on its website.

Get a free sample of Pledge Multi Surface wipes. If you read my blog, you know I love these things!

GoodNites – get a free sample of GoodNites Sleep Pants or Shorts.

Huggies Supreme – get a free diaper & lotion sample. Hurry! These go fast!

Purchase $20 worth of certain products at any of the Kroger Family stores in a single transaction, and you’ll get a free 1-year subscription to Good Housekeeping magazine.

This offer is good through Oct. 11. Check out Saving For Our Family’s Dreams for all the details on which stores are participating and which products qualify.

Parents Magazine no longer available.
Savin’ the Day also told me […]

Sorry, no longer available. Get a FREE sample of a mini Mr.Clean Magic Eraser from Mr. Clean.

If you have small children, you need a Magic Eraser. They’re great for getting mystery marks off stuff or cleaning up garage sale finds.

You can also get coupons for Mr.Clean products here.

A special thanks to Mercedes at Common Sense With Money for the tip!

Hello, again! This is Christina from Northern Cheapskate, filling in again for Heather, who is currently dealing with the wrath of Hurricane Ike! Please keep Heather, her family, and everyone in Ike’s path in your thoughts and prayers!

I promised Heather I’d do my best to take good care of her readers while she’s gone. But I need your help! If you know of a goo

Sorry, this offer is no longer available. This freebie will go really fast… apparently they’re only giving them out to the first 1,000 people who sign up.

Get a FREE detangling comb courtesy of Redken. Sign up for the Real Control Comb here.

Thanks to April and Amanda who both sent in this great tip within minutes of each other. (Great minds think alike!)

Hello, everyone!

Lorelei from Hooray For Free-bates! says she received a text message from Heather this morning and she is okay and did not have any major damage from Hurricane Ike!

She is without power, and no word yet on how long that might be or when she’ll be back to her busy blogging self!

I wish she could read how much her readers care about her! I’ve been moderating the comments on this blog, and you guys have been […]