Reminder – IHeartPublix.com Birthday Celebration – Win $500

As I told you yesterday…It is IHeartPublix.com’s 3rd birthday. I love having the opportunity to hang out with you guys every day. I can’t even begin to count how many wonderful emails I have received over the past three years from you guys. Some emails made me smile ear to ear and some made me cry like a baby. There are a few that touched my heart and even a few that made me a bit grumpy–tee hee!

One of my favorite things about hanging out with you guys is the sense of community. You guys let me gush about my highs and lows, about my kids, what I make for dinner and even what I buy at the store. I feel like I have millions of friends that I just happen to have never actually met I love that many of you are willing to help out a fellow couponer, share your information as well as your stories. So many times when a person asks a question here on the site…I can sit back as you all have taken the time to answer. This means so much to me. I barely have time in the day to get half of my to do list done…so knowing that there are so many folks willing to give a helping hand is such a relief!

Like I told you yesterday, I am giving away a $500 Publix gift card to one I Heart Publix reader as a way to celebrate. There are so many people who keep this site going everyday and I appreciate all of you!! Every day through Friday (4/27) I am going to post an opportunity to enter the giveaway. That means you will have up to four chances to win.

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Click the Twitter share button and let everyone know that you are ready to win some free money from IHeartPublix.com then to enter the giveaway complete THIS FORM. I would love to read any comments you guys have but make sure to enter via the form as comments on this post will not be included in the giveaway!

Happy Birthday IHeartPublix.com – Win $500

Time really does fly when you are having fun!

It is hard to believe that it was three years ago I got a wild hair to sit down and begin this website. I was looking for a way to avoid having to email my friends every time I found a good deal or coupon. I figured it would be easier to put everything in once place for them to check out when they had time. I would have never imagined that attempt to save me time would turn into this.

I love being able to share deals with you guys and am in awe that so many of you guys choose to visit me each day! While I started out sharing deals with a few friends these days millions of you guys visit each month! I also noticed that the I Heart Publix Facebook page has over 80,000 fans. Seriously I am in amazement. I guess that I am not the only one who really likes shopping at Publix – tee hee!

I want to thank all of you guys who make this site so much fun!! This has become a wonderful community of folks and I am so proud to be part of the fun!! So how about a giveaway to celebrate.

I am going to give one reader a $500 Publix gift card. Knowing you guys I am pretty sure most of you can stretch that to cover at least a month’s worth of groceries (many of you could stretch that to cover multiple months!!)

Every day through Friday (4/27) I am going to post an opportunity to enter the giveaway. That means you will have up to four chances to win.

Click the Facebook share button and let everyone know that you are ready to win some free money from IHeartPublix.com then to enter the giveaway complete THIS FORM. I would love to read any comments you guys have but make sure to enter via the form as comments on this post will not be included in the giveaway!

This giveaway is in no way associated with or sponsored by Facebook. You are providing your information to I Heart Publix for prize distribution not to Facebook.

IHeartPublix.com Birthday Celebration Giveaway

Complete this form to enter to win the IHeartPublix.com Birthday giveaway.

Win Publix Seafood Coupons

My buddies over at Sunday Coupon Inserts have offered up some FREE Publix seafood coupons for you guys!

These coupons are only valid for certain counties in Florida, so check to make sure you are eligible to use it before you enter.

Coupon valid in: Citrus, Hernando, Pasco, Pinellas, Hillsborough, Polk, Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, Lee, Collier, Lake, Sumter, Osceola, Marion and Highlands counties in Florida.

Ten winners will each get FIVE coupons for $2 off a seafood purchase at Publix. To enter just click the fish image above and complete the form. Comments left on this post will not be included. I will post the winners on the giveaway page and the coupons will be sent to the address listed on the entry form. This giveaway will end on TUESDAY morning at 10am (4/24).

Five Readers Win Two $2 Publix Produce Coupons

I had a reader email me with a very generous offer. Carrietta has ten extra Publix produce coupons and she wants to give them to I Heart Publix readers!

The coupons expire 4/30 so I thought we would do a super quick giveaway. Five readers will each get TWO $2/1 Publix Produce coupons. These coupons have no exclusions so they should be valid at any store.

To enter just complete THIS FORM. I will choose the five winners on Monday around 11pm and the coupons will be sent to the winners on Tuesday.

The coupons will be shipped to the address on the form so comments left on this post will not be included. Good luck guys!

Giveaway – One Reader Wins 10 Chick-fil-A Kids Meals

Chick-fil-A is my family’s all time favorite place to go for a quick and easy meal. I love that they have delicious food that offers healthy choices. I could probably eat their Southwest Grilled Chicken salad every day of the week–tee hee!

My boys of course are nuggets fans. I love that I can grab a nuggets kid’s meal that includes milk and fruit. There are pretty much no other fast food restaurants that offer such a healthy lunch option…especially now that Chick-fil-A is offering grilled nuggets as a choice for the kid’s meal!

Lace up your sneakers because the new Nutritious Chick-fil-A Kid’s Meals are going to help fuel active family fun! Spring is here and what better way to promote an active lifestyle, and enjoy the great outdoors than with some old school games for your family to enjoy. Let your kids spin the wheel then enjoy some family fun that will get you moving!

You can also take the throwback quiz to reminisce about the pop culture icons of your era!

The folks at Chick-fil-A are offering up a giveaway for I Heart Publix readers. One reader will get a pack of TEN FREE Chick-fil-A Kids Meals

Entry is simple! You just need to complete the task below! As a reminder, comments left on Facebook, Twitter or other posts will not be included.  I will choose the winner on Friday 4/27 at 11 pm.

REQUIRED ENTRY:

• Share your favorite old school activities from the app above in the comments.

Disclosure: This giveaway is sponsored by the folks at Chick-fil-A.  All comments and opinions are my own!

Win Publix Deli Coupons – Ten Winners

Once again, my buddies over at Sunday Coupon Inserts have offered up some FREE coupons for you guys. Today they are offering Publix $2 Publix Deli coupons for ten readers.

The Publix coupons are only valid for certain counties in Florida, so check to make sure you are eligible to use it before you enter.

Coupon valid in: Citrus, Hernando, Pasco, Pinellas, Hillsborough, Polk, Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, Lee, Collier, Lake, Sumter, Osceola, Marion and Highlands counties in Florida.

Ten winners will each get FIVE coupons for $2 off Publix Deli Purchase (exp 4/21).

To enter head over  and complete the form. Comments left on this post will not be included. I will post the winners on the giveaway page and the coupons will be sent to the address listed on the entry form. This giveaway will end on MONDAY night at 11 pm (4/16).

Glade Expressions Reminders & Design Dilemmas Solved!

If you have not had a chance to check out the new Glade Expressions line, grab a coupon to save while you shop at Publix. Check out the following printable coupons that are currently available.

• Free Glade® Expressions™ Fragrance Mist Refill when you buy a starter kit (up to $3.99)
• Free Glade® Expressions™ Oil Diffuser Refill when you buy a starter kit (up to $5.99)

Also, look for coupons in the upcoming 4/22 SmartSource insert in your Sunday paper. You will be able to get a great deal on some fantastic products.

Once you have your Glade products, make sure you hang on to one UPC from your Expressions package so you can take advantage of the Glade Decor Book. The Glade Decor Book – a digital design guide is filled with great tips and lots of beautiful pictures for inspiration.

Need more inspiration? Be sure and check out the Glade Home Style Studio page to create your dream room. Just choose the room you want to style then answer a few questions. Submit your answers and out pops some great tips and suggestions on how to make your room fit your personal style. Once you are done, don’t forget to enter the Glade Home Style Studio Sweepstakes where you can score $8000 to help create that dream room!

Once again I want to congratulate all the winners in my Glade Expressions giveaway and thank everyone who took the time to share your design dilemma in my giveaway. Congratulations to Amber who is my grand prize winner. She wins a $150 Publix gift card in addition to the Glade gift package! If you see your name below please email me…I am still waiting for a response from one winner!

Here are the responses to winner’s design dilemmas from the Glade guest designer – Nancy Soriano. I hope these tips help you create a space you love to live in. Use some of these tips in addition to the Glade Expressions products and you will have a home that smells as good as it looks!

1. Jennifer says:

I love to get ready for my shopping trip in the family room spending time with my kids. I hate to LUG the file cabinet back and forth. I keep all my inserts in a milk crate standing up. What can I use to store them that would not such an eyesore. I want to keep them in the family room.

I do something very similar in our den where my husband and son usually gather in the evening. As you know (hence the milk crate) it’s essential to keep your papers and files organized as you move from room to room.

Items that can serve as containers, but are light and portable are what you want to look for. And, chances are you have options already in your home.  Here are some ideas: a tote bag, boxes, baskets, trays are all good items to consider. Two personal faves are 1) a heavy-duty canvas boating bag. They hold their shape, are easy to carry/move around the house and can fit various sized files, catalogs, and magazines. #2) trays. I have a collection of tole trays which I use through-out my house, and have two designated for mail, catalogs and bills to pay. Most everyone has a tray (or a shallow basket) in their home, which they can put to good use. They are a great way to organize and transport! Other items to think about are vintage locker baskets, new or vintage baskets, and even a shoebox covered with paper or fabric. All make for great, lightweight organizers that you can transport from one room to another.

2. Stephanie says:

My design dilemma is that all of our paint in our house is white along with all of our cabinets and doors. The house was built 18 years ago, and back then that was the fresh style. Everything is so plain and blah, and we always joke saying that the only time of the year our house looks really good is when our holiday decorations our up! I know that we need to add color to our walls and maybe even cabinetry, but we do not want every wall of every room to be the same color. What is the best way to choose a paint color scheme that will brighten up our house but allow some contrast among our different rooms? We do have an open floor plan with one really large dining room when you first walk in that leads right to our kitchen, so what ever we choose does need to go together somewhat. Please help us come up with an idea to brighten up the walls and rooms of our house.

Good news, paint is an easy and affordable way to transform a room. You can begin slowly transforming the interior walls, see how you like adding in color and then go full steam ahead.

First, take a look at the overall space in your house. Where do you spend the most time? Which rooms have the best natural light? Where do you like to hang out? Do you have a lot of wall art? This is important as you think about color selection for your home. Since your home is currently all white, you might consider adding softer, neutral colors to your transitional spaces, like your foyer, hallways, and or stairways. This will define the space, create definition, and not over commit you to too much color. For your primary rooms, consider painting one wall a contrasting color. This will draw the eye to a specific area, define the architecture of the room, add warmth, and create a design element. Select your color based on your furnishings and or accessories as well as colors you gravitate to. And, consider the lighting in the room. Is it dark, filled with natural light, best in candle light? This will help you with your selection. Be sure to paint a swatch on the wall to see how you like the color over several days. When selecting your colors, think about complimentary colors that create a natural progression in your home.

3. Amber says:

My biggest design dilemma is I have a 4 year old and a 2 year old, and they have tons of toys. I want to keep them organized and find ways to help teach them how to organize. What are some tips for organizing toys in a unique, fun way to help my girls?

Baskets, baskets, baskets…I am a big believer (and user) of baskets for toys. I went through this with my son…the toys seemed never ending.

Here’s what I like about baskets (& metal containers). First, they are easy to find and purchase. There are great ones on the market regarding color and texture in all price ranges. (You can also use large plastic storage containers with lids.) Have your children help pick them out and or label them. Get the kids involved. Second, they help your kids be organized by having them be part of the process of cleaning up. Get the children thinking “sort and store.” This way they know what goes where—no excuses. And, generally, kids love to help. Putting things in their place gives them a sense of accomplishment, and gives you a more organized room!

I also am a big fan of hanging jewelry bags or hanging shoe bags. These are great for craft storage (trims, glue sticks, felt, scissors, etc). You can label each section, which will be fun for your girls and you can move them around your house depending on where the girls are crafting or playing.

4. Pat says:

My kitchen is so very small. Is there any way to utilize the space I DO have so that I have more room for cooking?

Here are several ideas to consider, that I did myself when I loved in a tiny NYC apartment.

1. Get a cutting board that extends over your kitchen sink. This will give you instant added countertop surfaces for cutting or serving.
2. Use a rolling cart with shelves. I liked to put my small kitchen appliances on a cart. For example, all of your breakfast related items go on the cart: coffee maker, toaster, cups, spoons, etc.
3. Declutter your countertops and cabinets. Assess what you use regularly and what you use once or twice a year. For those items that are used only once or twice, consider getting rid of them or store under your sofa. This way you will make room for the things you use daily and weekly.
4. Look into some great space saving components: cup hooks mounted under a cabinet for cups, a spice rack or towel holder mounted on the wall. They do wonders to open up a space and stay organized.

5. Gwenn says:

My house was built out of pocket on a tight budget in ’97 and has had little done other than painting in some rooms. What are some inexpensive design ideas to make it look more up to date? There are borders that I know are dated but not sure how to remove them. Also, how can I make it feel more open like the newer homes?

Here are some time and money saving ideas for you to consider as you update your home:

1. Change out the hardware on your kitchen or bathroom cabinets. Knobs are the jewelry for cabinets and there are many affordable options on the market. You can also consider spray-painting your knobs. Be sure to take them off the cabinets and spray in a well-ventilated area.
2. Layer your floor with an extra rug. Add a larger sisal rug to your oriental or wool rug. You’ll have instant texture and warmth.
3. Add molding to the space: a crown molding, picture rail, new taller baseboards, or even a cornice box to your windows. This will create architectural definition and scale.
4. Reduce clutter. Keep the space unified and simple. Don’t let furniture and accessories block the view or flow of the room. Try to have one area for your books and entertainment. Move your furniture around so not everything is against the wall.  Many people do this in small spaces; they put their sofas and chairs against the wall. This actually makes a space feel tighter. Try floating your chairs or sofa.
5. Hang a mirror to reflect the space. And, consider a tall mirror (5-6 feet) to lean against the wall (make sure you have it properly anchored).
6. Think about light cool colors for the space. Paint your trim the same as your wall colors but in a different finish.

About the guest designer:
Nancy Soriano is a content and brand strategist who has worked in media and publishing for 20 years.  Passionate about design, handmade, and lifestyle, Nancy is an innovative thinker and collaborator who develops targeted content and strategies for her clients in books, web sites, events, online learning, and branded community.  A sought-out expert, speaker, and consultant, Nancy is able to create experiences and products that appeal to the female consumer. Nancy was the editor in chief of Country Living Magazine for 10 years. With a monthly circulation of 1.6 million readers, Nancy built the magazine into the multi-platform brand it is today, which includes branded books, the Country Living Fair, licensed home furnishings, special interest publications, Country Living broadcast specials with A+E, DIY Network and the Style Network, and countryliving.com. In 2007, Ad Age voted Country Living one of the top magazine brands in the United States. In 2009, Nancy went on to co-found, The Creative Connection, a 3-day crafting, social media, and business conference that celebrates creative women and women entrepreneurs with over 500 attendees.  Nancy also was Community Leader|Publishing Director for Craft @ F+W Media where she acquired new talent for books while transforming a traditional book business and experience into online communities of ecommerce (store.marthapullen.com), flash sale site (stitchsocial.com), online learning and communities, events, and ebooks. She is a frequent guest on Good Morning America and Martha Stewart Sirius Radio as well as a speaker at Etsy and Vogue Knitting Live where she outlines the process of launching a creative business based on your passion.  A serial collector and flea market shopping as well as an avid home cook, Nancy can usually be found baking in her kitchen weekend mornings and preparing for Sunday night dinner with family and friends, Nancy lives with her husband, son, and their dog Violet in a 1924 Tudor Cottage. Nancysoriano.com

Quick Giveaway – Win $5/$30 Publix Coupons

I know some of you guys might not have been able to score some of those $5/$30 Publix coupons that were on the Spring Cleaning Mailers this past weekend.

Well, my buddy Tracy over at Having Fun Saving emailed that she got her hands on some of the coupons and wants to give them to you guys! So, how about a quick giveaway?

FIVE I Heart Publix readers will each get TWO $5/$30 Publix coupons (exp 4/25).

If you want the coupons just like both Facebook pages then enter by completing the form HERE. (Comments on this post will not be included) This giveaway will end 4/13 at 11:59 pm EST.

Giveaway: $5/$30 Winn Dixie Coupons & Giveaway Roundup

My buddy Christy from over at Winn Dixie on a Dime offered up a few $5/$30 Winn Dixie coupons for a giveaway! I know there are a number of you that can use these as competitor coupons….so for this giveaway THREE lucky winners will each get (2) $5/$30 Winn Dixie coupons to save a little extra at checkout!

To enter, just click on the coupon image above and enter your information on the form. I will pick three random winners around 11 pm on Wednesday, 4/4. Good luck everyone!

Christy is also giving away another 2 sets of $5/$30 coupons over here…you may want to head over and enter for a couple extra chances!

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Also, don’t forget to enter my other giveaways!

Win $2 off Meat Coupons and Bonus Sweetbay Coupons (ends tonight at 11pm)

Win a Coupon Clutch and Deluxe Organization Package (ends 4/6 at 11pm)

Win a 3-Pack of Chik-fil-a Kids Meals (ends 4/6 at 11pm)

Win a FREE Organizing Utility Tote in their choice of color along with FREE personalization (ends 4/8 at 11pm)

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