Rise and Shine is my way of starting the day with you – almost as if we’re chatting over a hot cup of coffee or tea! I share my favorite deals of the day, highlights from yesterday, and anything else that might help you save time, money or energy. Published in the morning on Monday through Friday – as I’m able.
Good morning and TGIF. . . it’s Friday and that means we are almost to the weekend my friends. We are hitching up today and headed toward Montgomery, Alabama to see my brother- and sister-in-law and their two adorable kids. Really looking forward to some quality family time this weekend. Do you have any plans this weekend?
Yesterday was a big CATCH-UP day. We had these kinds of days when we lived in the house, too. We did school like we normally do, but then we spent the afternoon cleaning and organizing things. Most especially going through the kids toys and bedroom area. It’s a much easier process than it was when we lived in our house (now just taking an hour or so, a perk of downsizing) – and the kids were troopers helping with it all. Then they spent the evening playing in their newly cleaned space with their now organized toys. I’m sure you can relate – kids always want to play in their clean rooms, right!?!
I found some great soft sided bins at Home Goods. . .I love this store and just recently discovered it since hitting the east coast and the south. Think Ross or TJ Maxx but more focused on home decor, organization and kitchen items – all discounted! Soft-sided bins work well in our Airstream because we have metal walls (could be scratched) and rounded corners – so they work especially great at fitting in tight spaces.
Yesterday we had a wonderful conversation over on Facebook about how they are forcing businesses/FB pages to pay to reach the people who like their page to see their status updates. I don’t want to be a whiner, it’s really not my style – but I appreciate you letting me whine about it. Many of you signed up for my email newsletter – which happened to be temporarily offline (doh, the timing was not good!) so I’ll be manually entering those emails today. If you get an email confirmation – make sure and click the link to get signed up. I appreciate that you want to see my stuff and I appreciate that you’re willing to work with me to connect us in other ways – so that we don’t have to count on Mark Zuckerberg to bring us together over a smoking deal or steaming cup of coffee. 🙂 If I haven’t told you lately, I love you.
Did your community have one of the Walmart stores that closed it’s doors? If so does this mean you’ll be forced to change your shopping habits and if so, where will you shop? We regularly update our Walmart coupon match-ups here.
Photo credit: Gimme Some Oven
Let’s talk about scalloped potatoes, shall we? I found these Scalloped Potatoes over on Gimme Some Oven and I just might have to fit these into our meal plan this week. They look delightful. You could make these as a side to my Slow Cooker Spiral Ham recipe and I think all would be right in the world. If this doesn’t fit into your gluten-free, dairy-free, calorie-free diet for 2016, I’m sorry to tempt you. . . you can always refer to the Quinoa bowls I posted in yesterday’s Rise and Shine.
Coupons
Sunday Coupon Preview January 31 – Four Inserts, Smart Source and Red Plum
Head over here to print your coupons.
Online and Retail Sales
Today is the LAST DAY that Bebe Bella Minky Chenille Bubble Dot Collection is on sale! Prices starting as low as $4.20 and FREE Shipping on orders $30 or more. Valid through January 29, while supplies last.
Disney Store – FREE Shipping on entire order with purchase of Star Wars item and code FORCE at checkout. Shop Disney Store here.
Rite Aid – Garnier Facial Wipes as low as $1.43 (reg. $6.79)
Rite Aid – Nexxus Therappe Shampoo just $0.47 (no coupons required!)
Through today only, subscribe to both Outside and Backpacker Magazines for $8.99 per year (71% off the cover price)! You can order up to two (2) years at this price. Just enter coupon code QUEENBEE at checkout.
LAST DAY! Zulily is featuring Kids BEARPAW Boots up to 55% off. Shipping is around $5.95 per order, but can vary depending on your order size. Once you place an order from Zulily, you’ll get FREE Shipping on any other orders you place that same day.
Today is the LAST DAY Zulily has Life is Good Clothing and Gear up to 50% off. Shipping is around $5.95 per order, but can vary depending on your order size. Once you place an order from Zulily, you’ll get FREE Shipping on any other orders you place that same day. We recommend placing a small order with a single item to get shipping out of the way, then place one or more larger orders with FREE Shipping.
Zulily – Featuring Gymboree, Nordic Ware, Melissa & Doug, Skechers, Caterpillar, CamelBak, Sherpani, Lily Bloom and more. Shipping is around $5.95 per order, but can vary depending on your order size. Shop Zulily here.
Cents of Style – Fashion Friday – Everything to Dress for Your Valentine collection for 40% with code GALENTINE at checkout – t-shirts, rings, scarves, shoes, earrings, necklaces, more. Cents of Style always offers FREE Shipping. Shop Fashion Friday here.
REI Outlet Deal of the Day – Canari Pinnacle Bike Jersey – Women’s – $23.73 (reg. $60). FREE in-store pick up , no minimum required. Shop REI Outlet Deal of the Day here.
Joe’s New Balance Deal of the Day – New Balance 711 Women’s Cross-Training Shoe – $34.99 (reg. $74.99). Shipping is a flat $6.95. Shop Joe’s New Balance Deal of the Day here.
Through January 31, get Reebok Kids ZPump Fusion Shoes for 50% off when you use code PUMP50 at checkout. FREE Shipping on orders $49 or more.
Crazy 8 – Super Deals on Must-Have’s – Jeans $10, Tees $7 and 30% off all regular price items. Shop Crazy 8 here.
Old Navy – 40% off all Kids and Baby, no exclusions! Plus 30% off Clearance with code ENJOY at checkout. Shop Old Navy here.
Lane Bryant – Perfect Pant & Jean Event – $25 off when you buy, $10 off when you try. Shop Lane Bryant here.
GAP – Kids and Baby Sale up to 40% off everything, including new arrivals! Plus save 35% off men’s and women’s styles with code FORYOU at checkout. Shop GAP here.
Target’s Biggest Baby Sale is happening right now with deals on diapers, car seats, clothing and more. One of the great deals available – get a FREE $20 gift card when you buy 3 boxes of diapers. Includes Huggies, Pampers, Honest Diapers, Luvs, Up and Up, Babyganics, Overnites and Pull-Ups. Most of these are priced at $24.99 for a total of $74.97 out of pocket. After the $20 gift card it’s like getting 3 boxes for $54.97 ($18.32 each). Shipping is FREE on orders $25 or more. Save an additional 5% and get free shipping on all orders with Target REDcard debit or credit card.
Target’s Biggest Baby Sale – Up to 30% off car seats, Free bassinet when you buy Rowen crib, Free $20 gift card when you buy 3 boxes of diapers and up to 30% off Graco items. Shop Target’s Biggest Baby Sale here.
Carter’s – BEE Happy Sale up to 40% off plus Extra 20% off orders $40+ with code SAVE at checkout. Shop Carter’s here.
Target has a great promotion on the FitBit Charge – on sale for $99, it’s a great deal, but you also get a FREE set of Yurbuds (headphones) with purchase.
Entertainment Book – All 2016 Books $18 plus FREE Shipping! Entertainment Books are available for locations nationwide and contain thousands of 2-for-1 and up to 50% off discounts and coupons for fine & casual dining, local attractions, shopping, travel & more. Shop Entertainment Books here.
Gymboree – Extra 40% off Clearance. Shop Gymboree here.
Lids.com – Extra 50% off Clearance with code SAVE50 at checkout. FREE Shipping on orders $50 or more. Shop Lids here.
If you’re thinking about kicking off 2016 with Weight Watchers they currently have a promotion that will get you your first TWO months FREE! That’s right, if you lose at least 10 lbs within your first 2 months you’ll get a refund of 2 months’ worth of applicable fees when you purchase select subscription plans by 2/15/16. Offer available to new members only. People following the Weight Watchers plan can expect to lose 1-2 lbs/week.
Stride Rite – Get $5 off now and $10 off later with code GET5 at checkout. Shop Stride Rite here.
Amazon Deals
We post Amazon deals throughout the day, see the latest Amazon deals here. See all of Amazon’s Deals of the Days here.
Amazon Deal of the Day – Under Armour up to 40% off. This deal good today only, while supplies last.
Amazon Deal of the Day – Waste King L-8000 Legend Series 1.0-Horsepower Continuous-Feed Garbage Disposal – $87.97 (reg. $339), BEST price. This deal good today only, while supplies last.
Amazon Deal of the Day – Up to 50% off puzzles from top brands. This deal good today only, while supplies last.
Whitmor 6500-1959 Rattique Baskets, Java, Set of 3 – $14.86 (reg. $39.99), BEST price
Anchor Hocking 10-Piece TrueSeal Storage Set – $16.97 (reg. $34), BEST price
Kung Fu Panda 2 [Blu-ray] – $9.96 (reg. $19.99), BEST price
Amazon has a bunch of Dakine Backpacks on sale for 50% off or more – prices as low as $12.44 and quite a few under $25.
Amazon has Pop-Tarts, Variety Frosted Strawberry and Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon, 32 Count as low as $6.33 with Subscribe and Save. And it gets even better if you have 5 or more subscriptions, you can get them for $5.34!
Amazon has Trident Sugar Free Gum, Spearmint,18-Count (Pack of 12) on sale for $7.15 with Subscribe and Save ($0.60 per pack). And it gets even better if you have 5 or more subscriptions, you can get it for $6.40 ($0.53 per pack). Subscribe and Save ships FREE.
For a limited time save 25% off select Britax and BOB items over on Amazon. This is a hefty discount for these brands, making for many BEST prices.
Amazon has Bounty Select-A-Size Paper Towels, Huge Rolls, White, 12 Count on sale for $22.79 with Subscribe and Save (reg. $38.43). Plus there is a $2 coupon available making it $20.79. And it gets even better if you have 5 or more subscriptions, you can get it for $18.39 after coupon ($1.53 per roll). Each pack of 2 huge rolls is supposed to be equal to 5 regular rolls, making this order equal to 30 regular rolls.
*Still Available!* Huggies Simply Clean Baby Wipes, 648 Count – as low as $7.02 shipped, 1 cent per wipe *Stock-up Price*
Amazon has Lysol Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack, Lemon and Lime Blossom, 240 Count as low as $9.47 with Subscribe and Save (5% discount). Plus clip the coupon for 20% off your first subscription of these wipes, making your price just $7.48! And it gets even BETTER when you have 5+ Subscribe and Save orders you can get it for just $6.48 ($2.16 per canister)! This is for 3 the BIG canisters – 80 wipes per canister.
Recipes, meal planning, grocery store
See this week’s grocery ads here – Fred Meyer, Safeway and Albertsons and QFC deals and WinCo deals. Get the latest Costco coupon deals here.
Albertsons $5 Friday – DiGiorno, 7UP, Lucerne Sour Cream, Pineapples, Jennie-O Ground Turkey + more!
Safeway $5 Friday – Digiorno, Foster Farms breaded chicken, Lucerne Sour cream, Pineapples + more!
Fred Meyer and QFC – FREE Sunny Delight and V8 V-Fusion, download coupons TODAY only!
Safeway In Store deals – Old El Paso products, Wish Bone dressing, Vlasic Pickles + more!
Safeway – $0.65 Duncan Hines Signature Cake Mix with in-ad coupon!
Baskin Robbins will be offering $1.31 scoops this Sunday at participating locations! You can also get a 2-scoop sundae for $3.31. Cones and toppings are extra. This offer is valid for this Sunday, January 31. They’ll be offering this promotion again on the 31st of March, May, July, August, October, and December.
Pacific Northwest Deals
Zaycon Fresh is a great option to get quality food products in bulk, at discount prices, locations nationwide. TODAY only save $25 on 2 cases of ground beef with code BEEF25 at checkout. Sold in 41lb cases – 93/7 Lean Ground Beef currently $3.99/lb and 80/20 Lean Ground Beef $2.99/lb. Also on sale – Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast for $1.69/lb, Bacon $3.79/lb, Wild Alaskan Cod $5.99/lb, Ham for $3.97/lb, Ribeye Steak $9.99/lb, New York Steak $8.99/lb and more.
Let’s make it a great day!
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Beth Johnson says
Those scalloped potatoes look delightful, and I don’t know what you’re talking about with the not fitting in a Gluten Free diet. The recipe is clearly GF. Well, unless you use actual WHEAT flour 😉
Anne says
Do you have a recommendation for a GF flour you use for a replacement thickener? I normally use cornstarch but I’m not sure how it would taste in scalloped potatoes. My husband has non-Celiac gluten intolerance.
Beth Johnson says
Pretty much any GF all purpose mix would work for thickening this. I’m not a big fan of bean flours. For baking, I like a mix of white rice, brown rice, potato and tapioca starch, in a 3:1:1:1/2 ratio for most things, with about 1/2 tsp per cup xanthan gum. One of my fave books is America’s Test Kitchen’s How Can it Be Gluten Free, it goes in to the science of it.
Good luck!
Jackie says
I’m not seeing the Free download for Sunny Delight, only V8. Is it somewhere else?