Frugal Gift to Give: Leapfrog Phonics Writing Desk

I love the Leapfrog products because they're so good at promoting learning! They can seem a bit pricey for our budget so I like to keep my eye out for sales...

The Leapfrog Phonic Writing Desk, normally $29.99 is on sale @ Amazon for just $14.99! These can also qualify for free shipping!

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Great Deal on Children's Pajamas!

I posted here about a new family Christmas tradition we are going to start this year - new pajamas for Christmas Eve! I've been excited about the idea and have been keeping my eye out for some good deals on pj's for the little ones. I hadn't really come across anything until I found The Children's Wear Outlet! They have a whole list of kids' pajamas on sale ranging in price from $3 to $6!

This boy's pajama set pictured above, normally $24, is just $5.50! There are so many different pj sets to choose from, though, so be sure to check out the selection for yourself!

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Get a FREE Photo Canvas!

I am loving these photo canvases! They're such a fun way to display your favorite photos! I've had one made of each of our two little ones and am happy with results!

Right now, you can get a FREE photo canvas of your own! Normally, these canvases will run you around $50 plus shipping but right now at Canvas People, you only have to pay shipping (about $15)!

The order process is really easy and straight forward. I don't know how long this offer is going to last so be sure to check it out soon and get your free canvas like I did!

Get your free photo canvas here.

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50% off Great Photo Gifts!

SeeHere has all of their photo gifts on sale - 50% off for two days only!

You could get a personalized photo calendar for just $9.99! This would be a great gift idea for a family member. I'm planning to order one full of pictures of the kids and I for my husband to hang up at work.

Head over here on 11/22 or 11/23 to check it out!

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Frugal Gift to Give: Disney hoodie!

The Disney Deal of the Day (TODAY only!) is:

Kids Polar Fleece Hoodies for just $12!

You can choose from Mickey, Minnie, Tinker Bell, Lightning McQueen, and more - all in an assortment of different colors. I, personally, think the Buzz Lightyear hoodie pictured is the "coolest" one.

Remember my post about stocking up to save on birthday gifts for the coming year, too!

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Frugal Gift to Give: Doodle Books

I don't know about you but I have a really hard time shopping for kiddos aged 9-15. I mean, what would be a gift that they would think was "cool" yet that doesn't cost too much?

I came across these Doodle books at Amazon and think that these are a great idea! And not just for kids but I know a couple adults who like to doodle, too! This might be a good way to sharpen their skills. The pictures in these books are unfinished - it's left up to your gift recipient to use their imagination and finish the drawings!

They're $9.32 and qualify for free shipping. These would be a fun stocking stuffer or just a fun gift to give!

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Frugal Gift of the Day: Cookbooks for $5

Taste of Home has a listing of cookbooks marked down from $24.99 to $5.00 here! These would make a great gift this Christmas - these cookbooks are so fun and inspirational with all their great pictures! Pair it with a set of spatulas, a whisk, or a set of measuring cups and make the gift that much more special.

Amazon has some fun measuring spoon and cup sets for under $10 here and here.

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Today's Frugal Gift to Give - National Geographic for $10 yr.

Amazon is offering a 1-year subscription to the National Geographic Magazine for $10. The magazine is listed @ $15 for the year but the $5 will come off the price at checkout. This would make a great gift this Christmas - a gift that would keep giving all year long!

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Today's Frugal Gift Idea: Next-to-free ideas!

Mom's Frugal has a post with lots of ideas for celebrating Christmas when your budget is next-to-nothing. There are thoughts on cards, decorations, stocking stuffers, gifts, etc.. You may not be able to use all of the ideas but there might be a few worth keeping in mind!

The Prudent Homemaker also has a post with frugal gift ideas. I haven't had a chance to check out the whole list yet but look forward to doing so! I have a lot of my Christmas shopping done for this year but am already trying to keep my eyes out for ideas for birthday gifts throughout next year. Surely you know some young boy (or maybe not so young?) who would like a marshmellow shooter!

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Today's Frugal Gift to Give - "Up" for $5 @ Walmart!

The Thrifty Mama has a post about how you can get the new Pixar movie, "UP", on BluRay for just $5 @ Walmart! With the rebates that she lists, it's even possible to get the movie for free!

This would make a great Christmas gift! Check out the deal here.

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Free Gifts from Kodak!

Kodak is offering a free $15 gift to use in their gallery of products! They have lots of customized gift ideas for $15 and under - use the free $15 gift and you could get a great Christmas gift for free! Or, like I did, use the $15 credit toward ordering your Christmas cards!

This promo ends in 2 days so click here ASAP to get your deal!

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Today's Frugal Gift to Give: Fun and Cheap!

Tip Junkie has a great post here listing 24 really cute, easy and inexpensive gift ideas worth checking out. Most of these would be great to make with your kids for friends, school teachers, Sunday School teachers, the mail man, you name it! It's fun just to look through the list and read the little poems - they'll bring a smile to your face!

One of my favorites was the bag of Jolly Ranchers pictured above. The note says: "Have a Holly, Jolly Christmas!"

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Muffin Tin Monday Gift Idea!

As I posted here and here, I've started planning Muffin meals for Bubba lately. It's a really fun way to serve meals to him and helps him eat more of his food!

I got to thinking that this could make a great, creative gift for other moms of toddlers (between my family and my husband's, we have a few!). I know of a few moms who really struggle with getting their kiddos to eat well.

So, I thought - What about buying some muffin tins in fun shapes and colors and including a booklet of different muffin tin meal ideas! Her Cup Overfloweth has a ton of ideas you might use!

Also, here are some fun muffin tin options from Amazon (I think the silicone ones are perfect for this idea with all the fun colors you can get!):

* Green Christmas tree tin for $9.50

*Blue tin for $9.99

* Same tin in orange for $9.99

* Green Flower tin for $9.99

* Blue Star tin for $9.99
* Red heart tin for $9.99

* Orange leaf and pumpkin tin for $9.99

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FREE Photo Canvas!

I found this deal for a free 8 x 10 photo canvas from the Canvas People (you upload the photo - normally $49.99)! You only pay the $14.99 shipping costs.

I think it's a pretty sweet deal (ordered ours today!) so thought to share it so you can check it out, too! These would make great Christmas gifts!

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Children's Book for Under $3!

Amazon has a great deal here on Colors Everywhere by Susan McBratney from the classic "How Much I Love You" series. The book is on sale for just $2.44 AND it's eligible for free shipping!

My Frugal Adventures also points out that this book is part of Amazon's 4 for 3 program. If you know 4 kiddos who might like this book, you can get all four for just $7.32!

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Vtech Move & Crawl Ball Review

We got this ball for our Baby Girl (8 months old) this past weekend and she absolutely loves it!

It plays music and talks to her, all while rolling on the floor around her. It's hilarious to watch her sit there (she's not crawling - yet!) screeching and shrieking at the ball when it rolls out of her reach. Bubba (20 months old) also likes the music played by the ball and has been schooling our little girl in his "dance moves".

I chose this toy for our Baby Girl because I think that it will help motivate her to learn to crawl. It doesn't roll very far but rolls just far enough to be out of her reach at times. The different buttons light up as it plays music making it even more attractive for her to follow. When the ball hasn't been touched for a few seconds, it invites the child to "come and play" and rolls one more time. If it still isn't touched, it announces "bye bye" and shuts off. If it isn't switched off, the next time it is bumped or a button pushed, it starts playing music again.

I know, as a mom, you're wondering about the annoyance factor of the music. I haven't found this toy to be annoying at all. The tunes are melodious and not abrasive at all. The ball has a switch, too - off, low volume, high volume. The off button is great for when you don't want the ball getting accidentally bumped back on.

I would definitely recommend this toy as a winner!

You can get the Move and Crawl Ball on Amazon for $14.00 here.

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