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  • Home Cents: Seven Uses for Super Savvy Seltzer Water

    Home Cents

    Chances are, your grandmother knew the super savvy uses for seltzer water! Over the years, people have not given this miracle liquid the credit it deserves and have pushed it to the back burner. But lucky for you, seven uses for super savvy seltzer water are just waiting for you below!

    What comes to mind when you think about seltzer water? Most of us think of seltzer as something just to sip on, or the stuff that clowns use to spray in people’s faces, but seltzer is great for more than that! Did you know that it is very budget friendly? And that you can purchase seltzer at just pennies an ounce? That is a real value!  And who knew those fizzy little bubbles packed some serious punch? Now you will! Take a peek at some of the ways seltzer is ready to serve you, instead of you just serving it in a glass!

    Seven Uses for Super Savvy Seltzer Water:

    1. Power off poo

    I know, this sounds gross! The next time birds decide to use your car for a potty, shake up a bottle of seltzer and let the contents onto the stains. The seltzer won’t harm the finish or paint on your car but will cut through the caked on bird poo. Just rinse with cool water when done. Hooray, no more poo!

    2. Get fluffy

    Everyone loves fluffy fresh food. Next time you whip up pancakes, waffles, or eggs add seltzer instead of tap water. The carbonation will make for an airy and lighter texture in the finished product! Sounds yummy, right?

    3.  Add some fizz

    Who wants to drink something dull and boring? Make boring juice drinks a little more fizzy and fun without adding lots of sugar or calories. Add a splash of seltzer to your cranberry juice or grape juice to give it some spark! It will taste so fresh and delicious!

    4. Scrub stains away

    Forget about stubborn stains. Seltzer is a pro at banishing dirt and bacteria. Add some to your mop bucket or spritz on your counter top when cleaning. It cuts through grime and will leave your hard surfaces spotless. Presto!

    5. Sip away your pain

    That sure sounds soothing doesn’t it? Nothing soothes an achy tummy like some room temperature seltzer water. The natural minerals found in it offer fast and soothing relief! This home remedy has been used by people for years, now you know it too!

    6. Clean your carpets

    No one likes dirty carpets! Do you have pets or super messy kiddos? Splash a little seltzer on juice or wine spills. Blot the carpet gently with a clean cloth. The bubbles in the seltzer provide some oxygenated cleaning powers sure to cut through nasty stains. Your carpets will look like new!

    7. Stainless steel solution

    Do you have rusty or crusty stainless steel? Seltzer water can be applied to stainless steel pots and pans to bring them to a shine. Just apply liberally and scrub with a soft cloth. Rinse in cool water when done. Just look at that shine! Even your neighbors will be jealous.

    As you can see, seltzer IS a wonder liquid! It is frugal and convenient to use, and a bottle will pay for itself over and over again! Don’t waste another minute, instead make sure you have a bottle on hand for instances such as these. During a recent grocery store trip, I was able to snag a generously sized bottle for less than $2.00. I know I will be able to use it dozens of times!

    Seltzer is a super savvy solution to everyday problems that won’t break the bank. So let’s all give two cheers for seltzer and its hard working little bubbles! They sure are worth their weight in gold!

  • 10 Mailbox Freebies – See What I Received in My Mailbox (and How You Can Get Freebies, Too!)

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    My freebie pile has been getting larger this month, so I wanted to take the time to show you what I’ve received in my mailbox during the last few weeks! We work hard everyday to find great freebies from around the web to post for you here at TFFG. Once posted, I take the time to sign up for them myself so that I can show you that freebies really DO come! This freebie round is full of travel sized items that are great to take on vacations — lots of beauty and hair products! My cat, Candie, also received a treat this month! Keep reading below to see how YOU can get freebies like this, too!

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     Mailbox Freebies (Pictured Above)

    1. Meow Mix Cat Food (3oz. bag) + FREE Wet Cat Food coupon, $0.50 Pounce Cat Treats coupon, and $0.75 Fresh Step Cat Litter coupon
    2. Suave Natural Infusions Shampoo & Conditioner,  Leave-in Cream + $1 off coupon
    3. Garnier Anti-Age Skin Corrector + $2 off coupon
    4. Garnier 5 Sec Blur Skin Renew + $2 off coupon
    5. Garnier Fructis Mavelous Oil Deep Nourish + $1 off coupon
    6. Garnier Clean Nourishing Cleansing Oil
    7. Nexcare Bandages (2) + $0.55 off coupon
    8. Matrix Biolage Shampoo & Conditioner
    9. Frizz Ease Serum & Touch-Up Creme + $1 off coupon
    10. Tone Body Wash (Pink Peony & Rose Oil and Oatmeal & Shea Butter) + $1 off coupon

    My cat tried to get into the cat food freebie!

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    How to Get Mailbox Freebies:

    Follow me via social media to get updates when freebies are posted:

    Check out my mailbox freebies from the past! You’ll need to scroll down the page to see past mailbox freebies!

    Tell me what you received in your mailbox! 

  • Mailbox Freebies (18 Freebies!)

    Mailbox Freebies

    Several freebies have made their way in my mailbox in the last few weeks! I love receiving freebies and you can be sure that I’m signing up for them, also! Here are the latest mailbox freebies that arrived recently in my mailbox, over 18 freebies! Are you interested in signing up for freebies so that you can have freebies in your mailbox? Subscribe to my daily newsletter so that you can get daily updates when new freebies are available!

    1. Full Size Bag of Wheat Thins Popped
    2. Huggies Wipes (8 Count) + Huggies Diapers (3 Count)
    3. Seattle’s Best Coffee House Blend + $2 off Coupon
    4. Ban Total Refresh Cooling Body Cloths + $1 off Coupon
    5. Purina One Beyond Natural Adult Dog Food
    6. Rachael Ray Nutrish Cat Food + Buy 2 Get 1 Free Coupon
    7. Poise Ultra Thin Pad (1) and Liners (3) + $2 off Coupon
    8. Nature’s Bounty Hair, Skin, and Nails Gummies with Biotin + $1 off Coupon
    9. Sundown Natural Adult Multivitamin Gluten-Free Gummies + $2 off Coupon
    10. John Frieda Luxurious Volume Shampoo and Conditioner + $2 off Coupon
    11. Truvia Calorie-Free Sweetener (2 Count) + $2 off Coupon
    12. Zarbee’s Naturals Seasonal Relief (2 Count) + $1 off Coupon
    13. Garnier Fructis Marvelous Hair Oil
    14. 2014 Ultimate Horse Care Calendar with Full Sheet of Reminder Stickers
    15. Tide+ Febreze Freshness Spring & Renewal (1 Load) + $2 off Coupon
    16. A Year to Remember 2014-2015 Calendar with Address Labels
    17. Enjoying Everyday Life Magazine from Joyce Meyer Ministries
    18. Bic 4 Color Pen

    Plus, remember when I told you I won the Sara Lee Snack Cakes from Daily Break? They arrived at my door, too! They were delicious!

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  • Mailbox Freebies: See What I Received in the Mail (14 Freebies!)

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    Are you interested in receiving FREEBIES in your mailbox? If so, make sure you follow along on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and Google+! You can also subscribe by email to get daily updates so you don’t miss out!

    Why do I post pictures of the freebies I receive? I sign up for the majority of the freebies posted here on thefrugalfreegal.com. We work hard here to find the best online freebies that are legit. If they are posted here on my website, I try my very best to sign up for everything that is posted. Sometimes I miss the freebies — either they expire, the website was having issues at the time, etc. Keep in mind that if you are trying to save money, these freebies CAN help you save. I try to use every freebie that arrives to me, so over time, it adds up and I’m saving money!

    The majority of freebies do arrive, so here are the freebies I’ve been receiving for the last month. All freebies pictured were 100% FREE! I paid absolutely NOTHING for shipping or the item itself! It pays to sign up for freebies!

    1. Coupon for a FREE Suave Professionals Moroccan Infusion Body Lotion or Dry Body Oil Spray (up to $6.99)

    2. (15) copies of the Adventures of Donkey Ollie DVD

    3. (6 oz.) bag of Purina Beneful Healthy Smile Dog Food

    4. NeilMed Sinus Rinse Squeeze Bottle and Packet of Solution

    5. Kotex Feminine Products  (2 pantiliners and 2 tampons)

    6. (3) Tena Pads

    7. (2 Loads) Finish Quantum Power & Free Dishwasher Detergent

    8. Full Size Package of Yes to Carrots Nourishing Fragrance Free Gentle Cleansing Wipes w/2 Super Rich Body Butter Samples (This was a sweepstakes, see it here. I was totally shocked when I won this one! Make sure you enter the sweepstakes/giveaways posted on my website, too!)

    9. Coupon for a FREE Neuro Sleep Drink (up to $2.69)

    10. Packet of Salada Green Tea

    11. Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser and DailyAdvance Lotion Sample

    12. Jergens BB Body Perfecting Skin Cream

    13. Delallo 2014 Calendar

    14. Garnier Clean Balancing Daily Exfoliator

    I love to take my free samples with me on vacation, to the gym, etc. You can also donate freebies to friends and family that may need them! I can’t wait to share next month’s mailbox freebies with you!

    Did you receive any of the above? Leave a comment for us! Did you receive something not pictured above that you thought was cool? Share with us!

    Once more, follow us so you don’t miss freebie updates! Follow along on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and Google+! You can also subscribe by email to get daily updates so you don’t miss out!

  • Items Worth Buying at the Dollar Store

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    I love shopping at any dollar store where everything is only $1.00!  There are several items that I purchase only at dollar stores, because it is cheaper than items that I find anywhere else, including Wal-Mart. Here’s a list of items worth buying from the Dollar Store!

    1. Gift Items: Bags, Wrapping Paper, Bows, Ribbons, Boxes, Greeting Cards
    2. Party Favors: Napkins, Cups, Plates, Plasticware, Tablecloths, Party Hats, Small Toys, Puzzles
    3. Books: Coloring Books, Learning Books, Flashcards, Kids Books
    4. Bath Products: Shampoo & Conditioner, Kids Bubble Bath, Shaving Cream, Bath Sponges
    5. Cleaning Products: All Purpose Cleaners, Dust Polish, Window Cleaner, Dish Soap
    6. Scrapbook Supplies: Paper, Stamps, Stickers
    7. School Supplies: Crayons, Markers, Pencils, Erasers, Rulers, Items for Treasure Boxes
    8. Storage Containers: Food Containers, Baskets, Glass Jars, Tupperware
    9. Kitchen Gadgets: Pizza or Cookie Cutters, Measuring Cups and Spoons, Utensils and Spatulas
    10. Holiday Decorations and Seasonal Items: For all holidays and seasons

    Do you shop at the Dollar Store? What items do you like to buy?

  • How to Get Freebies in Your Mailbox

    how to get freebies in your mailbox

    I love freebies. Why? Well, that’s easy. They are FREE! They cost nothing! I don’t pay a dime for them and they arrive in my mailbox on an almost daily basis! Why? I sign up for them as I see them! The great news about these freebies is that YOU can get them, too.

    Do you want freebies like k-cups, calendars, protein bars, lip balm, seasoning packets, toothpaste, shampoo and conditioner, coffee, feminine products, cereal and much more to arrive in your own mailbox at home? It’s simple! Just follow my website on a daily basis and you’ll see me (and my lovely assistants) post some of the very best freebies found on the internet! All you have to do is click on the links in each freebie post, fill out the required forms, etc! Check my website often, you never know what you’ll find!

    Follow me via social media to get updates when freebies are posted:

    Check out my mailbox freebies from the past!

    Here’s my latest freebie photo. I received:

    • 2014 Joyce Meyer calendar
    • 4 Cafe Escapes Keurig K-Cups (Chai Latte, Cafe Caramel, Cafe Vanilla, Cafe Mocha)
    • Mrs. Dash Chili Seasoning Mix
    • Luna Chocolate Coconut Almond Protein Bar + Lip Balm

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    All for FREE!!! Be sure to sign up above to start receiving freebies this year!