Miss Bargainista

Monday, January 10, 2011

Free 7 to 14-day gym passes from 24-Hour Fitness, Bally, Golds Gym, Crunch

0 comments Posted by Miss Bargainista at 1/10/2011 07:02:00 AM

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There's no surprise that exercise is one of the most popular New Year's resolutions, and it's likely one of the toughest to keep. Changing habits isn't easy, and what happens when you can't decide on a gym? That's when you try before you buy.

It is common for gyms to offer free day passes, but several have upped the ante by offering a free week of exercise. The grand prize, however, goes to 24-Hour Fitness, with a 14-day pass that is not easy to find on their site. (That's why you have me to dig it up for you.)

24-Hour Fitness
14-day affiliate pass

Bally Fitness
7-day guest pass

Golds Gym
7-day membership
1 free class

Crunch Gym
7-day guest pass

For more free passes and membership deals in the S.F. East Bay area, read "Fitness for Less at Local Gyms," published at WalnutCreek.Patch.com.

Labels: free classes, freebies

Saturday, January 8, 2011

Buy 1 beverage, get 1 free at Peet's Coffee & Tea

1 comments Posted by Miss Bargainista at 1/08/2011 08:50:00 PM

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Coffee tastes better when it's shared over conversation with a friend. No more excuses to put off that date, Peet's Coffee & Tea is offering a free beverage when you buy one for a friend.

Get the beverage of equal or lesser value for free, excluding juice, kids and bottled drinks. This offer is valid at retail locations only, and not at supermarket, airport, BART or other licensed shops. Enjoy it while it lasts, the coupon expires on January 18.

Labels: coupons, free food

Friday, January 7, 2011

Free iPhone case from Sephora

0 comments Posted by Miss Bargainista at 1/07/2011 06:04:00 PM

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Represent your love for Sephora with a free iPhone case featuring its signature black stripes. How to get it?

Download the Sephora To Go application from iTunes and show it on your iPhone to a Sephora employee. Or, visit the “weekly specials page” on the app for the promo code and add it to your purchase. The über-stylish case can be used with the iPhone 3g, 3gs, and 4.

Enjoy the free app while you're at it, with the ability to shop, make shopping lists, track past purchases, get beauty advice, locate stores, register gifts, and more, right from the convenience of your own iPhone.

Labels: freebies

Thursday, January 6, 2011

Get organized with a free sample of Post-it durable tabs

0 comments Posted by Miss Bargainista at 1/06/2011 09:24:00 PM

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It may still be winter, but when January hit, I was in full-fledged spring cleaning mode. One of the many projects I tackled was paperwork—years and years worth of paperwork. Here's a freebie I could have used: a sample of Post-It durable tabs.

The tabs help to divide and color code sections of files and folders. To order a free sample, visit 3.3m.com. Said to arrive within 6 to 8 weeks, the offer is limited to one per email address and per household.

Labels: samples

Payless offers 20% off any purchase through January 16

0 comments Posted by Miss Bargainista at 1/06/2011 07:08:00 AM

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Patience is definitely a virtue. This Lela Rose for Payless bag—the one I've been drooling over my keyboard for—is finally on sale.

Previously out of my budget for $44.99, I opted to wait. Well, ladies and gentleman, that bag is now on sale!

Not just that, but a coupon has been released for 20% off any online or in-store purchase through January 16. Online shoppers can use code 41234 at Payless.com and receive free shipping by having purchases sent to a local store.

Now the Oreily Hobo is only $27.99, marked down from the sale price of $34.99. I love when that happens.

Labels: sales

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Madewell: 20% off everything through January 11

0 comments Posted by Miss Bargainista at 1/05/2011 07:34:00 AM

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Do you know Madewell? Well, you should. It's J. Crew's funkier little sister. And boy, does she know her denim! Get to know Madewell with 20% off everything at Madewell.com, plus free shipping. Use code MWCATE53B for savings through Tuesday, January 11.

I jumped past the denim to the sale section, where I found these Balcony Boots, marked down from $298 to $149, to $119.20 after the additional discount. These suede sweeties were made in Italy and can be scrunched down or pulled above the knee. Versatility and frugality in one—I like it.

Labels: sales

Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Three free bottles of Zoya nail polish, January 3-7

0 comments Posted by Miss Bargainista at 1/04/2011 07:30:00 PM

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You scream, I scream, we all scream for: free nail polish! Zoya surpassed its goal of 20,000 fans on Facebook and is giving away bottles of nail polish. Not just one, but three!

Click over to zoya.com and choose from hundreds of shades, then use code FB2011 at checkout. The offer is valid in the continental U.S. from January 3 to January 7 at 11:59pm ET.

I didn't know where to begin, so I clicked the Zoya Color Finder, and what a surprise! I felt like I was perusing paint swatches for the walls of my new home. Search for the perfect shade by specifying the color family and choosing between cream and metallic. I still can't seem to narrow it down to three.

There is one catch to be aware of: the offer does not include the cost of standard shipping, which is $6.95. Each bottle is valued at $7 each, so consider it a threefer. But like my friend Julie says, "hell, that's still cheap for 3 bottles of polish." Very true, thanks Joolz!

Labels: freebies

Saturday, January 1, 2011

Free birthday gift from Sephora for 2011

0 comments Posted by Miss Bargainista at 1/01/2011 03:52:00 PM

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It's a new year and time for a new gift at Sephora. Beauty Insiders can blow out their candles and receive a free present in their birthday month. Here's the prize for 2011: Philosophy Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath in Vanilla Cupcake.

Visit a Sephora store two weeks before or after your birthday and present your membership card or registered e-mail address to the cashier. Or, add it to your purchase while checking out online. No purchase is necessary when redeemed the offer in stores. Visit Sephora.com/beautyinsider to become a Beauty Insider and start stocking up points for rewards today.

For instructions on how to redeem your gift and what to do if it doesn't appear in checkout when ordering online, visit the Sephora Customer Service page.

Happy birthday to you…

Labels: freebies