Thrifty Peach Blog Hop #3

Hi all,

   Just Peachy in Dixie and the wonderfully whitty "Thrifty Crafty Girl"  have combined our two blog names to create....

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  We will be hosting this blog hop every Tuesday. We welcome all family friendly links.  We would love to hear about your homemaking tips, frugal living ideas, crafts of any genre, recipes, homeschooling or encouraging inspiration.   The rules are simple, follow the two host blogs, "Just Peachy in Dixie" and "Thrifty Crafty Girl" in spots one and two through GFC.  We would love it if you could put our button either somewhere on your sidebar, the post you are linking, or your blog hop page to help spread the word.  Then link as many posts as you would like.  

Link up below, and I hope you all have a blessed day!

Jennifer

Kroger Shopping Trip 8/28/11!!!!

Hi all,
  I just had to share my great Kroger shopping trip today!  Here's the breakdown:

Abbreviations:
M=Manufacture
Q=Coupon
D=Doubled
MM=Money Maker

2-Minute Maid Limeade Cherry 4pk $1ea. = $2 - $.50 MQD (x2) = Free

3-Carolina Pride Bologna $1ea. = $3 - $.50 MQD (x3) = Free


3-Gillette Body Wash $2.99ea. = 8.97 - $3 (part of the buy 4 participating products get $4 off) = $5.97 - $2 MQ (x3) = $.03 MM

1-Dawn Dish Soap $2.99 - $1 (part of the buy 4 participating products get $4 off) = $1.99 - $.50 MQD = $.99

Total + tax = $1.46 OOP
Saved = $25.25

 Woo! Hoo!  I'd call that a great little trip! ;)

Happy Shopping!
Jennifer

Lion Brand Yarn "Vanna's Colors" Review & Giveaway!! Ends 8/31/11

From top to bottom: Marina, Violets, Sandstorm

  Hi all,
  I have been given a wonderful opportunity to review a new line from Lion Brand Yarn.


“Since 1878 Lion Brand has been creating quality yarns at affordable prices. Visit www.LionBrand.com to select from a vast array of yarns and choose from over 3,000 free patterns to create with.  If you’re in the NY area, visit the Lion Brand Yarn Studio at 34 West 15^th street, New York NY 10011.”


  I had to VERY quickly snap a picture of the three yarns that came in the mail, because my daughter could hardly contain her excitement for starting a new project.  I bet you can pick out which one is her favorite, seeing as the wrapper lasted about two seconds after opening the box! :)

 The newest line is called, "Vanna's Colors."  

Here's a close up of the three colors I chose for review:

My Favorite: Violet

Daughter's Favorite: Marina

Another Beauty: Sandstorm

         

   This yarn is absolutely luxurious! I have to admit, I was just as excited as my daughter once I laid my eyes on this yarn.  It is so soft and inviting. The colors are so vibrant, with just the perfect amount of speckled contrasting colors entwined within. (It's hard to see in my photo, but the Sandstorm has specks of pink within the beige.) Speaking of colors, it was sooooo hard to pick the colors I wanted to review, because they are all just beautiful.  

  They are available in 6 amazing colors: Driftwood, Sandstorm, Pine, Marina, Topaz, and Violets

Specs: 100% Acrylic

            3.00 oz./85 g (101 yd/92 m)

            Weight Category 5 (Bulky: Chunky, Craft, Rug Yarn)

            Product Care:  

Items made from this yarn may be laundered through the use of hottest available water, detergent or soap, agitation, and a machine designed for this purpose. Any dry cleaning solvent other than trichloroethylene may be safely used. No bleach product may be used. A machine dryer may be regularly used at the hottest available temperature setting. Item may not be smoothed or finished with an iron.

 I can't wait to make something with it!  I'm still trying to decide what I want to make with mine.  There are so many great patterns to choose from right on the Lion Brand website.  My daughter is more of a freestyle crocheter.  She has already decided to make her Marina into a scarf with a simple half double crochet pattern.

  Me....I like to follow patterns, so I scour my choices until I find the perfect match.  We will be posting our final creations once they are both completed.  We are already planning a trip to the craft store to buy more of this yarn.  We love it that much!  My daughter is already ooohhh'ing and awwww'ing over the soft, wonderfulness that is taking shape and wishing for cold weather. :)

  Now, for the giveaway details.  Yipee!!!  Lion Brand Yarn has graciously offered to send one lucky winner 3 balls of their favorite "Vanna's Colors," a Lion Brand Shopping Tote, and catalog!

Here are the entry rules:  Be sure to leave a separate comment here for EACH entry to increase your chances! ;)  Also, be sure to leave your email address so that I can contact you, if you are the winner.

Mandatory Entry: Follow Just Peachy in Dixie 

Extra entries: 

1) Visit Lion Brand Yarn's Website and comment back here on which of Vanna's Colors are your favorite

2) Follow Lion Brand Yarn on Facebook

3) Follow Lion Brand Yarn on Twitter

4) Link this giveaway on your blog to help spread the word. :)

5) Join in on my new blog hop "Thrifty Peach Blog Hop"

Entries will be open until 8/31/11 midnight (Eastern Time).  Any entries after that time will not be counted.  Winner will be picked by random draw.  I will email the winner via email, and they will have 48 hours to contact me.  If I do not hear from the winner within the 48  hours, I will then randomly pick another winner.  US entries only please. 

  The prize will be shipped to the winner by a representative from Lion Brand Yarn.  I will not be responsible for the shipping or receiving of the prize.  

Good luck!

Jennifer

Disclaimer:  I received free samples of  this yarn for review.  No monetary compensation was given.  The opinions are all my own and not influenced by the free sample. 

Thrifty Peach Blog Hop #2!! Link up every Tuesday :)

Hi all,

   Just Peachy in Dixie and the wonderfully whitty "Thrifty Crafty Girl"  have combined our two blog names to create....

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  We will be hosting this blog hop every Tuesday. We welcome all family friendly links.  We would love to hear about your homemaking tips, frugal living ideas, crafts of any genre, recipes, homeschooling or encouraging inspiration.   The rules are simple, follow the two host blogs, "Just Peachy in Dixie" and "Thrifty Crafty Girl" in spots one and two through GFC.  We would love it if you could put our button either somewhere on your sidebar, the post you are linking, or your blog hop page to help spread the word.  Then link as many posts as you would like.  

  I hope you will join us each Tuesday and share all your great ideas, and enjoy learning and gaining inspiration from others along the way.  

Also, be sure to stop by here tomorrow for a Lion Brand yarn review and giveaway!

Link up below, and I hope you all have a blessed day!

Jennifer

Happy 10th Birthday DD!!!

  Hi all,
  Today is my DD's 10th birthday!  Where has the time gone?  My husband and I feel so blessed to have such a sweet blessing in our lives!  She is just a joy and lights up a room with her smile.


 Friday evening was spent at American Girl with her friends.  The picture to the left is when the staff came out with her dessert and candle to sing "Happy Birthday" to her.

  Today, at her request, she wanted it to be just the three of us.  She wanted to spend the day with she and I making our first attempt at a homemade birthday cake with fondant.  I was thrilled to try this with her at my side.

  So, I found the fondant recipe here at Cakes and Kids .    The recipe is very easy to follow and tasty.  I had a lot of cracking, but for my first attempt I think it turned out ok.  My daughter was pleased, so that's all that matters. 






   We had a lot of fun making it, and a memory to last.

 For dinner tonight, we'll have her favorite.  I call it baked ziti, but it's just a variation of it.  You can find that recipe here.



Happy Birthday Doodlebug! Double digits....Woo Hoo! We love you!

GPB/Discovery Education Homeschool Resource

Hi all,

  I have found an excellent homeschool resource.  How would you like to be able to view THOUSANDS of educational videos right on your computer...........FOR FREE?  Yep, I thought you might like that. :)

 Georgia Public Broadcasting has teamed up with Discovery Education to bring Georgia resident teachers a K-12 digital library chock full of videos that can supplement your studies.  (don't worry if your not a Ga. resident, I have information for you as well, at the end of the post)

All you have to do is:


1. Fax a copy of your 'intent to Home School' declaration to GPB Education at 404-685-2557OR scan and email it to education@gpb.org.
2. Include a cover letter that features your email address, mailing address and telephone number.
3. Once we have received your 'Intent to Home school' letter, we will create a unique username and password for you and send it to you via email.
4. After you receive your username and password, go to www.gpb.org/education
5. Scroll down and look for the GPB Digital Education login area on the left hand side of the page.
6. Log in with the username and password, sent to you.
7. Search for videos, images, animations, audio files and more.


Once you receive your username and password, log in to Discovery Education, then click on "streaming" for access to an array of videos.  


You can search by grade: K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12  


Search by subject: English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Health, Social Studies, Visual and Performing Arts, World Languages, Research Study Skills, Teaching Practices, Careers/Work Place Skills 


Search by Media Type: Full Video,Video Segment, Exploration, "Fun"-damentals, Reading Passage, Game, Skill Builder, Math Review, and more


  With all the videos to choose from, I can't imagine not finding the perfect supplement to use  with your current studies.


Go check it out!  I wasn't compensated in any way for this post.  I just think it is a superb resource and I wanted to share it with all you homeschooling Moms.  


  Now, I haven't forgotten about all of you non-Georgia residents!  I asked if other states had this option and for links for you all as well.  The contact person told me that you can call Discovery directly at 800-323-9084 or email Georgia Public Television at education@gpb.org and they will  get you in touch with the proper people to help you get set up.  


I hope you all have a wonderful upcoming school year!  


Happy Learning,
Jennifer


Disclaimer:  Again, I was in no way compensated for this post, it's just that good.  I had to share! :)
                                               
                                               
                                               

Exciting News!! Join us on "Thrifty Peach Blog Hop" #1 Link up every Tuesday :)

Hi all,

  Big news here at Just Peachy in Dixie!  I am proud to announce that myself and the wonderfully whitty "Thrifty Crafty Girl"  have combined our two blog names to create....

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  We will be hosting this blog hop every Tuesday. We welcome all family friendly links.  We would love to hear about your homemaking tips, frugal living ideas, crafts of any genre, recipes, homeschooling or encouraging inspiration.   The rules are simple, follow the two host blogs, "Just Peachy in Dixie" and "Thrifty Crafty Girl" in spots one and two through GFC and please put our button somewhere on your sidebar or blog hop page to help spread the word.  Then link as many posts as you would like.  

  I hope you will join us in this new adventure and share all your great ideas, and enjoy learning and gaining inspiration from others along the way.  

Link up below, and I hope you all have a blessed day!

Jennifer

Something new coming to Just Peachy in Dixie!! ;)

Hi all,
  Just wanted to invite you all to stop in tomorrow for something new at Just Peachy in Dixie!  I'm excited and hope you all will be too.  So, be sure to stop in and see what's in store. ;)

I hope you all have had a blessed day!

Jennifer

Hi all,
  Hurry and go get these great coupons for Quiznos!

- Free Sub of equal or less value with the purchase of any sub and a regular fountain drink
- Free chip or cookie and regular fountain drink with purcahse of regular salad or sub
- 2 Meals for $9.99 - Two small subs, chips/cookies, and regular drinks for $9.99
- $1 Off Regular Sub or $2 Off Large Sub


Enjoy!
Jennifer


Disclaimer:  This is an affiliate link, thank you for helping support Just Peachy in Dixie.  

Hot Deals this week!! 8/15/11

Hi all,
  There are a a couple of HOT deals this week I want to share.

First, Kroger:

-Dial hand soap $.88 - $.35 MQD (RP 8/7) = $.18  (I just LOVE this one)

-Nesquick 16oz. bottles $1.25 - $.50 MQD (RP 6/5) = $.25 (DD LOVES this one)



Second, Publix:

-Soft Scrub $1.65 - $1.50 MQ (RP 8/7) = $.15

Abbreviations: M = Manufacturer
                        Q = Coupon
                        D = Doubled
                        RP = Red Plum insert

If you are new to couponing, you can read my 101's here.


Happy Shopping!
Jennifer

Pooh Toast...Mmm!

Hi all,
  I wanted to share with you a quick weekday breakfast favorite of ours around here.  We call it Pooh Toast.  It's toast with peanut butter and honey drizzled on top.  Mmmm! Mmmmm!

  This week I picked up some Skippy peanut butter at Publix while it was on sale.

Skippy $1.25 - $.75 MQ (RP 7/31) = $.50  Great deal for peanut butter! :)

  I also picked up Berryhill honey at Aldi for $2.49 a couple of weeks back.  Which makes this breakfast a wonderfully economically and tasty treat.

Enjoy!
Jennifer

Busy, Busy, Busy here at Just Peachy in Dixie!!!

Hi all,
  I've been busy, busy here today doing some cleaning that I have been putting off.  I fell of the Flylady wagon just a little bit, but am jumping back on to get things back on track!  If you have no idea what I'm talking about, you can check out my Flylady journey for all the dirt (pun totally intended! :) )

  I've also been contacting companies in order to get some great products to review for you and to host some great giveaways.  So...look for a great giveaway for Lion Brand Yarn coming soon! ;)  More book reviews and a great homeschool resource I want to share coming soon.

  Also.....I'm very excited to say that I have FINALLY gotten caught up on clipping my coupons.  So my binder is loaded and ready to go.  At least until tomorrow that is....when the new set of coupons come in the paper. :)  Now, with my coupons clipped and filed, I feel like I can plan some great shopping trips to share. Yipee!!!  If you are new to coupons, feel free to read my post "Let's Talk Coupons",  "My Coupon Binder"   or read about how to shop drugstores at "Shopping Drugstores 101: CVS Part 1 of 3".


  Last but not least, myself and another blogger are working on a fun surprise to be announced very soon.  So be sure to stay tuned!

I hope you all are having a wonderful weekend,

Jennifer

Coupons.com has new Coupons for August! 8/1/11

Hi all,
  Hurry over to Coupons.com to print out all the great new coupons for August.  I've left a list below of the great coupons that are available.  Get them before they're gone. ;)

Food & Beverage:

$1.50 OFF ONE (1) 11 oz package of Starbucks Natural Fusions 
$1.00 OFF any Pillsbury Sweet Moments Refrigerated Desserts 
$1.00 OFF ONE any variety Old El Paso Tortilla Stuffers Meal Starter 
$1.00 OFF any TWO BOXES General Mills cereals listed: Basic 4, Cheerios (any), Chex 
$1.00 OFF ONE PACKAGE any flavor Romano's Macaroni Grill Frozen Entrée 
$1.00 OFF FOUR any flavor/variety Totino's Crisp Crust Party Pizza Products 
$1.00 OFF ONE any Frozen Pillsbury Egg Scrambles OR Biscuit Sandwiches 
$1.00 OFF any ONE (1) package of ATHENOS Feta Cheese 
$1.00 OFF TWO (2) Barber Foods Stuffed Chicken Breast products 
$0.80 OFF any FOUR any flavor Hamburger Helper, Tuna Helper OR Chicken Helper Home Cooked Skillets 
$0.75 OFF any ONE any flavor Yoplait Frozen Smoothie 
$0.75 OFF any ONE package of Yoplait Light Parfait yogurt 
$0.75 OFF TWO any flavor Yoplait Go-GURT Yogurt, Yoplait Kid... 
$0.75 OFF any ONE BOX Chex cereal 
$0.75 OFF ONE BOX Cocoa Puffs cereal 
$0.75 OFF any ONE (1) package of PHILADELPHIA Cooking Creme 
$0.75 OFF TWO any Nature Valley Granola Bars (6 count or larger) 
$0.75 OFF any ONE (1) Breyers Blasts! (48 oz.) 
$0.75 OFF any ONE (1) Kashi Frozen Entrée or Pizza Product 
$0.55 OFF on any Bagel-fuls (4ct) 
$0.50 OFF ONE 28 OZ. OR LARGER Bisquick Baking Mix OR Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix 
$0.50 OFF ONE BOX any flavor/variety Nature Valley Granola Thins 
$0.50 OFF TWO CUPS any flavor Yoplait Greek yogurt 
$0.50 OFF TWO any flavor/variety Pillsbury Toaster Strudel OR Toaster Scrambles Pastries ... 
$0.50 OFF ONE BOX any flavor Lucky Charms Treats, Golden Grahams Treats, Chex Mix Treats 
$0.50 OFF ONE BOX Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal 
$0.50 OFF ONE BOX any flavor Fiber One 90 Calorie Brownies 
$0.50 OFF TWO BOXES any flavor/variety Betty Crocker Fruit Shapes, Fruit by the Foot, Fruit Roll-ups 
$0.50 OFF ONE PACKAGE any variety Pillsbury Refrigerated Cookie Dough 
$0.50 OFF any TWO Pillsbury Sweet Rolls OR Grands! Sweet Rolls 
$0.50 OFF any TWO Pillsbury Crescent Dinner Rolls 
$0.40 OFF any TWO Pillsbury Refrigerated Pizza Crust, Breadsticks, Loaves or Dinner Rolls 
$0.40 OFF TWO PACKAGES any flavor/variety Totino's Rolls Snacks 
$0.40 OFF any SIX CUPS any variety Yoplait Yogurt 
$0.30 OFF TWO CANS any size/variety Pillsbury Refrigerated Grands! or Grands! Jr. Biscuit... 

Personal Care:

$5.00 off Any ROGAINE product
$2.00 OFF any AVEENO POSITIVELY AGELESS product (Excludes trial sizes)
$2.00 OFF any AVEENO SMART ESSENTIALS product (Excludes trial sizes)
$2.00 OFF any 4oz. eb5 Facial Cream THE WRINKLE RELIEF FORMULA 
$2.00 OFF ANY ONE (1) bottle of Jergens Overnight Repair Lotion (16.8 oz. or larger) 
$1.00 OFF any Revlon Beauty Tools
$1.00 OFF any Mitchum or Mitchum for Women Product
$1.00 OFF any ONE (1) package of POISE Liners 
$1.00 OFF any ONE (1) package of POISE Pads 
$1.00 OFF any one (1) Nivea Sun-Kissed Radiant Product
$1.00 OFF 1 NIVEA Express Hydration Lotion or Gel 
$1.00 OFF any one (1) NIVEA Good-bye Cellulite Product (2.5oz.-6.7oz.)
$1.00 OFF any L'Oreal Studio Line Styling Product
$1.00 OFF 1 Box of 14 count Instead Softcups 
$0.75 OFF any Clear eyes Product 
$0.75 OFF Effergrip Denture Adhesive product 
$0.75 OFF 1 Efferdent PM Denture Cleanser 

Pet Care:

$1.00 OFF any Hartz Home Protection Training Pads 32ct or larger 

Health Care:

$2.00 OFF Any Benefiber Product
$2.00 OFF any ONE (1) Florastor probiotic
$1.00 OFF any Flintstones Multivitamin Product
$1.00 OFF any one (1) Phillips' Laxative Product
$1.00 OFF any Bayer Advanced Aspirin product
$1.00 OFF any Urinozinc Prostate Formula 
$1.00 OFF any Dr. Scholl's Freeze Away 
$1.00 OFF any any Dr. Scholl's Clear Away Products 

Household:

$3.00 OFF any Glade PlugIns Scented Oil Lasting Impressions holder
$2.00 OFF any Glade Sense & Spray starter kit
$2.00 OFF any ONE (1) Glidden Brilliance Collection Paint Tester
$1.00 OFF any ONE (1) package of Vanity Fair Hand Towels 
$1.00 OFF any Glade PlugIns Scented Oil twin refill or two single refills
$1.00 OFF any Glade Fabric & Air Odor Eliminator product
$1.00 OFF any Glade Scented Oil Candle holder
$1.00 OFF any TWO Glade Scented Oil Candle refill packs
$0.75 OFF any TWO Glade 4-oz. Jar Candles
$0.55 OFF any Glade Premium Room Spray (9.7-oz)
$0.55 OFF any Glade Carpet & Room Odor Eliminator 
$0.40 OFF THREE (3) KLEENEX On-the-Go Tissue Packs 



Happy Shopping!
Jennifer


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