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Beach Ball Themed Birthday Party Thanks to Dollar Tree and Pinterest

My son turned 8 at the beginning of June.  I always have a birthday party for my children and invite friends and family.   For some reason, birthday parties totally stress me out.    I always tend to spend way too much money on supplies, I worry that no one is going to show up, and I worry that my child isn't going to like their party.  I know some parents do small family gatherings for birthdays which is a great idea.  I started out having parties with friends and family usually at a kid friendly place and have had a few at my house.  I have often wished that I just kept it small family gathering and just served cake.   I have learned that it is less stressful for me to have them somewhere plus if it is at my home they are usually planned outside and I have to worry about the weather.  

This year I feel like I saved so much money.  After my son decided that he wanted to have an indoor pool party at our local civic center, we picked a theme.  To me, every birthday party has to have a theme.   The theme this year was beach balls.   I spotted these cute plates and napkins at Dollar Tree a few days before we decided on a theme so I had to go back purchase them.  

While I was at the Dollar Tree I spotted these cute beach ball cups.  I purchased 8 of these to be used as party gifts for guests. 

I also found this beach ball theme strings that are made to be hung but I used them to decorate the tables.  The tablecloths were also at Dollar Tree.  They match the plates and napkins.   The birthday hat in the center of the table I already had.

The cake and cupcakes were purchased at Walmart.  I found a picture of a beach ball online and they used that to make the cake.  They already had the cupcake toppers.  I think they both turned out great. 

Then of course my Pinterest addiction came in handy.  I found these great ideas for punch and food. I loved using the sand buckets.  The buckets matched the colors in the beach ball.  I found the small sand toy for the pickles.  Each sand bucket with shovel and sand toy was only $1 at Dollar Tree.   The cute plastic tongs shown in the picture with the pickles were $1 for a pack of 4.   Pickles were seaweed, chips were waves, cheese balls were beach balls, bugles were seashells and the punch was pool water.   I made the labels using card stock and a blue ink pad.  I cut the card stock and then randomly slid the ink pad across it.  I then just wrote the themed food items with a blue ink pen.  I thought they turned out cute.   All these ideas were from Pinterest. 

Then I had a table set up for the kids take one or two items for their gifts.  The tables consisted of beach ball cups, pineapple cups, palm tree cups, water guns, jello pool cups, and beach themed candy.

Of course, these ideas came from Pinterest too.  I found all the cups at Dollar Tree.   I already had the water guns.  (These were used during the party and then each child was able to take one home.  They were a huge hit.)   I made the jello pool cups and they turned out so cute.  The themed candy was found at the Dollar Tree too and so were the small sand buckets.   Life savers were floats, licorice was pool noodles,  gum balls were beach balls and    were life savers.   I also had candy bags for each child to make their own bag to take home with them.  

I also purchased 6 beach balls at the Dollar Tree and threw them into the pool for the kids to play with. 

The party was a huge success!  I loved how everything turned out.  The theme was one of my favorites so far.  I had so many compliments.  The best compliment was from my son.  He told me that I gave the best parties ever.  He was very thankful for everything.  

You can find my Beach Ball Birthday Party page on Pinterest.  If you follow me, I will return the follow.

York Photo - .99 Reusable Bag

Receive a Reusable Shopping from York Photo for only .99 with coupon code BEACHBAG. 

Shipping is $3.99 

These make a cute personalized gift bag. 

Red Robin - $1.99 Kids Meals on Wednesdays all Summer

School's out and it's the Summer of YUMMM at Red Robin!  To celebrate the end of another great school year, Red Robin will offer entrées from its Kid's Menu for $1.99 on Wednesdays throughout summer.  As part of the $1.99 offer, kids will receive their favorite Kids Menu entrée alongside Bottomless beverages and Bottomless sides such as Steak Fries, Broccoli, Apples, Mandarin Oranges and more! 

Kid's Menu favorites include Red's Burger, Swirly Twirly Pasta, M. V. P. Pizza and more.  For a full list of offerings and menu descriptions, please visit www.redrobin.com/kids

The offer is valid now through August 31 at participating restaurants nationwide (dine-in only) with purchase of one adult entrée (limit three children’s entrées per adult entrée). Please kindly note children must be younger than 11 years old to take advantage of the offer. Be sure to head on down to your local Red Robin and take advantage before it’s too late!

My Shopping Trip to Bath and Body Works Semi-Annual Sale

I finally hit the Bath and Body Works Semi-Annual Sale this week.  I had my $10 off $40 purchase coupon with me.  I try to go to each sale.  I love their body spray and body lotion and use it daily.  I also keep extra lotions and body sprays on hand for gifts.

Here is what I purchased:

2 - Body Sprays $3.95 each
3 - Body Lotions - $3.95 each
2 - Body Lotions - $3.12 each (75% off )
1 - Body Gel $3.95
3 - Wallflower Refills - $3 each (Not Shown - Already in Use)
1 - Antibacterial Gel - $1.75 (filler) (Not Shown)

Total - $ 40.69

$10 Coupon

Total Spent - $ 32.84  including tax

Savings of $ 93.56


Click here for more information about their sale and the coupon code to shop online or print a coupon to shop in-store.

Sign Up For Huggie Rewards and Earn Free Products and Coupons

Whether Huggies Diapers and Wipes are always on your shopping list or you're stocking up before baby arrives, start earning points every time you buy.  Reward numbers are located on each package.  Just enter them on Huggies Rewards and earn free products, coupons, or gift cards. 

Bath and Body Works - Semi Annual Sale and Coupon

Bath and Body Works is currently having their semi-annual sale both online and in-store.  If shopping online, use coupon code  GOHAUL for $10 off your $40 purchase.  If you are shopping in-store, you can print the coupon here. 

I love this sale.  It is a great time to stock up on all your favorite items for yourself and for gifts.

Here is a few deals you will find:

Select Body Care for $3.95
3-Wick Candles - 50% off
Hand Soaps - $3
Wallflowers Fragrance Refills - $3
Select Fragrances - 50% - 75% off
Retired Fragrances - $4 to $7

Mega Swagbucks Day

If you haven't signed up with Swagbucks, you definitely need to. It is a great search engine where you can earn swagbucks every time you search. I average 20-30 swagbucks a day. You can also download the Swagbucks Toolbar and Swagbucks will give you FREE swagcodes occasionally.

You can redeem your swagbucks for great prizes. My favorite prize is Amazon gift cards. With 450 swagbucks you can earn a $5 Amazon gift card. I apply my gift cards to my Amazon account and save them to use at Christmas.

You can sign up for Swagbucks here and earn 30 swagbucks just by signing up!

Bath and Body Works Coupon - $10 off $30 Purchase

Bath and Body Works is currently offering $10 off of a $30 purchase.  You can print it here or use coupon code SUN2015 when ordering online. 

Their hand soaps are on sale for 5 for $18 or 7 for $24.  I think these make a great hostess gift or a great addition to a gift basket.

Disney Cakes & Sweets - FREE Premiere Issue

 

 Submit your order and receive FREE Disney Cakes and Sweets Welcome Package, with the first issue, a silicone Mickey Mouse cookie cutter and two Winnie The Pooh cupcake stencils. You pay just $4.95 for shipping and handling.

My Favorite Deal This Week

I received a Kindle for my birthday in July.  I love to read and I was very excited when my husband surprised with one.  I have been looking for a Kindle case ever since.  I definitely wanted some kind of protection for it.

I have looking on Amazon.  The prices range anywhere from $16.99 to $39.99.  I kept hoping I would find one cheaper. 

I hit the jackpot yesterday.  I found a 6" Kindle case for only $6 at Big Lots.

Where did you find a great deal on your iPad, Kindle, or tablet cases at?

York Photo - 8 x 8 Custom Softcover Photo Book - $1.99

 

Use promo code - YOURBOOK to receive your photo book for only $1.99.  Shipping starts at $2.99.  

Pampers Reward Codes - 15 Points Available

 

Join Pampers Gifts to Grow Rewards program and receive 100 free points toward your purchase of Pampers goods. 

1 - Click on the banner above and register!

2 - If you purchase Pampers products, enter codes your codes.

3 - Look for free codes on my blog and others.

4 - Points add up quickly and you can use your points for free gifts. 

New Code -  TWIT89898DVNV14    10 points

Pampers Rewards does offer gift cards periodically.

Pampers Reward Code - 10 Points Available

 

Join Pampers Gifts to Grow Rewards program and receive 100 free points toward your purchase of Pampers goods. 

1 - Click on the banner above and register!

2 - If you purchase Pampers products, enter codes your codes.

3 - Look for free codes on my blog and others.

4 - Points add up quickly and you can use your points for free gifts. 

New Code -  REGWM5U3MRPA7X9    10 points


Pampers Rewards does offer gift cards periodically.

Target - Tide 100oz. - $9.99

 

Purchase TIDE at Target for only $9.99 for 100oz or 92oz Tide + Collection.  Score big at the huge Tide® sale happening at Target! Buy now -these great prices will only last for a limited time!  No coupons needed to save big!  Stock up on your favorite laundry detergent for the New Year!

Mega Swagbucks Day

If you haven't signed up with Swagbucks, you definitely need to. It is a great search engine where you can earn swagbucks every time you search. I average 20-30 swagbucks a day. You can also download the Swagbucks Toolbar and Swagbucks will give you FREE swagcodes occasionally.

You can redeem your swagbucks for great prizes. My favorite prize is Amazon gift cards. With 450 swagbucks you can earn a $5 Amazon gift card. I apply my gift cards to my Amazon account and save them to use at Christmas.

You can sign up for Swagbucks here and earn 30 swagbucks just by signing up!

Would You Like to Earn FREE Gift Cards?

Mypoints is a rewards program that lets you earn Points when you shop, take surveys, read emails, book travel, use coupons and more. Those Points can be redeemed for gift cards at a wide variety of well-known stores.

I never shop through Mypoints, I only take surveys and read emails. I have earned several gift cards.  I like to use my gift cards for Christmas shopping or to take my family out to dinner.

Sign up for a free MyPoints account and earn points for searching the web, reading emails and visiting websites.

Big Lots Rewards Members - 20% off Saturday and Sunday

Buzz Club Rewards members, will receive 20% off your entire purchase Saturday, January 24 and Sunday, January 25, 2015.  A coupon is not needed.  Use your rewards card and a 20% discount will automatically be taken off your total.

Thrifty Tips to Stay Organized and Prepare for Your Taxes

At the beginning of every year, I always do 2 things to help me stay organized for the year.  The 1st thing is make me a folder for my taxes.  I pull everything out that I have saved throughout the year for my taxes and place it in the folder.  Then, I put this folder in a convenient spot so when something comes in the mail I can drop it in the folder until I am ready to do our taxes.

The second thing I do is update my bill paying binder.  I make a payment sheet for each month showing every bill and when the bill comes in the mail I can enter in the amount and when its due so that I can stay on budget and also make sure every bill is paid on time.  I DO NOT want to pay late fees.  I also clear out all the things that I no longer needed from the previous year.  This is where I store all bills, payment books, address labels, letter opener, and stamps.  When it is time to pay bills I can pull out my binder and I have everything I need.  I have used this method for 5 years now and it helps me stay organized and I always know where everything is.  Also, if my husband ever wants to see a bill he knows where to find it.