The Shopping Duck

Amazon Filler Item Finder

The Shopping Duck — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 14:37:48 +0000

I do a LOT of shopping on Amazon.com. They site is easy to negotiate and the prices are usually very good. Plus, I use the free shipping option. In order to get free shipping, you have to be purchasing at least $25.00 of merchandise. Sometimes I come up a little short. Not anymore. Now I use Amazon Filler Item Finder.

Amazon Filler Item Finder is easy to use. Simply fill in the amount that you are short. For instance, lets say my shopping cart comes to a total of $22.80. I fill in the amount of $2.20 and Amazon Filler Item Finder finds items that the exact price or close to it. I often find items that I need or want. Last time I used the tool, I found a king size Sharpie marker that I needed anyway.

Use this great tool to get free shipping at Amazon.com!

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Popp’n Posies Quilt

The Shopping Duck — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 23:39:50 +0000

I just saw this quilt and fell in love with it. I would love to make it, but have so many other quilting projects that I have to finish before I can. I have set out my game tables so that I can spread out my quilt pieces on them and sew them together. Maybe if I hurry, I can still get this kit. I just love the colors!

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Free Rainbow Brite Promotional CD Pak

The Shopping Duck — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 21:38:36 +0000

Do you remember Rainbow Brite? The animated television series was created by Woody Kling and introduced by Hallmark Cards in 1984. Rainbow Brite was popular throughout the 1980s.

Now, Rainbow Brite is back. You can visit her online and see four new Rainbow Brite Animated mini episodes. There is also a new fashion doll that is available at Target stores and Toys ‘R Us.

I have nine Rainbow Brite Adventure CDs to give to my readers! The CD includes games, a short video and other information about Rainbow Brite. If you want a FREE CD, please:

1. Visit Rainbow Brite online and leave me a comment telling me your favorite character besides Rainbow Brite.
2. I will randomly choose nine winners and they will receive a FREE CD!
3. Contest ends 2/25/2010.

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Why Are PreNatal Vitamins Important?

The Shopping Duck — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:16:12 +0000

I did not like taking prenatal vitamins when I was pregnant because they always made me sick. But, I was determined to try and comply with the doctor’s orders. Sometimes, I was only able to stomach a chewable children’s vitamin. Now they are many different options for vitamins including chewable and organic prenatal vitamin.

Prenatal vitamins are important because they contain vitamins and minerals that are necessary for proper fetal growth and development. Plus, they are needed by the mother as well. If you are pregnant, make sure you check with your doctor and find a prenatal vitamin that will work for you.

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Vintage Cigar Boxes

The Shopping Duck — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:11:12 +0000

There are people that collect all kinds of things. A big item on eBay right now is vintage cigar boxes. You can find both cardboard and wooden boxes in all shapes and sizes. Some of these boxes are from all over the world. You can find boxes that used to hold cuban or even Avo cigars.

Here is an interesting lot of vintages boxes that look cool:

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Northwestern College

The Shopping Duck — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:44:34 +0000

Another good education resource is Northwestern College. This college provides quality education with career-focused degrees. Northwestern College is accredited and offers online criminal justice degreeand health information technology.

Northwestern college also offers many services to help students. The financial aid staff will help prospective and current students find ways to finance their college courses. Plus, each student is assigned a Personal Student Services Coordinator to assist them. Once you graduate, you will also receive lifetime career assistance.

Courses at Northwestern College are taught by working professional who have a history of success in their field. Each student should be able to gain knowledge that is directly relevant to their chosen career path.

Another great option for helping survive the economic downturn.

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Freebie Friday

The Shopping Duck — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:33:38 +0000

If you are looking for freebies, make sure that you bookmark MomAdvice. Every Friday, MomAdvice lists all the Freebies (or close to free) that she finds. Great resource for free products!

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Western Governors University

The Shopping Duck — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 18:31:48 +0000

I have many friends right now that are out of work. Some of them have decided that in order to improve their employment opportunities they want to look into taking courses. A good way to get into a new field is to take courses and get your degree. While this is difficult for most individuals, an online university is a good alternative.

Western Governors University (WGU) is an university that offers online courses. The university currently serves over 17,000 in 50 states. WGU was founded by 19 governors of U.S. States and if fully accredidated. Because WGU is a non-profit university it is an affordable university. Tuition is charged every six months at a flat rate – the faster you are able to progress, the more money you can save.

WGU offers online RN to BSN as well as degrees in teaching, business, information technology and other health professions. MSNBC recently reviewed WGU:

Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy

A good way to get better employment opportunities is to look into universities such as WGU.

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Dairy Queen BOGO Free Coupons

The Shopping Duck — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 14:37:45 +0000

Instead of looking around for the best weight loss pills, I have found that Dairy Queen will send you six BOGO Blizzard coupons. To get them, you need to join the Blizzard Fan Club on Facebook by clicking here. Then you will be able to get six buy one get one free coupons which are good for a free 16oz Blizzard when you buy one.

The first coupon is sent right away and then you will receive five additional coupons during the year.

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Prizey

The Shopping Duck — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 21:02:13 +0000

If you love to win free items, check out Prizey.net. Tons of bloggers list the prizes that they are giving away on this site. You can browse the many categories and find hundreds of items. Most of the requirements to enter are extremely easy. You can enter to win anything from top wrinkle creams to story books, to toys and electronics. If you are a blogger, you can list your prizes there and get more traffic for your blog.

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