FREEBIES & GOODIES RECEIVED THIS WEEK

I'm one of those people who love getting mail, so when something goes wrong and nothing is in that box, my day just isn't the same. 

Anyhoo, I'm supposed to remember to take pictures of the things I receive, but apparently my age is catching up with me.

In addition to what you see here, I've received a 1 year subscription to Martha Stewart Living, 1 year subscription to Shape Magazine, Stila Forever Your Curl Mascara, L'Oreal Wear infinite Lush Raven Eyeshadow,

 

Charmin Basic to Go, Screamin' Energy Max Hit Energy Drinks, 3-in-1 Meta Health Fiber Bar, Shea Moisture Product, Orajel Pain Relief, Zicam Cold Sore Gel Swabs, and "Go Red" Heart Pin.  All FREE!

SECRET WEDDING BARGAINS

According to http://www.costofwedding.com, the average wedding cost in the United States is $25,200, with the lucky couple spending up to $31,500. YIKES!  The honeymoon, of course, is extra.  Plug in your zip code to get average rates for your neck of the woods. Despite these prices, there are ways to find deals so you can keep most of that money in your wallet.

Here are some tips to get you started:  

WEDDING DRESS
Unless you plan to keep your dress forever, or to pass it on to your daughter, save thousands by renting instead.Visit the bridal section of www.RentTheRunway.com  for your gown, as well as fabulous accessories. Choose from over 65,000+ dresses and rentals are typically from 4-8 days.

Don't forget about Craigslist  and Facebook Yard Sales, where people want to cash in quickly on unwanted wedding attire, decorations and shoes.  Also consignment stores often have designer clothing at a fraction of the cost.

Save a ton of money by shopping for Bridal gowns at www.anntaylor.com, J. Crew, or  www.BHLDN.com .

Shop on-line at  www.NetBride.com , www.PearlsPlace.com, or www.RKBridal.com.  All 3 of these sites provide quality service, good ratings and gowns that are reasonably priced for brides and the bridal party.

INVITATIONS
Go paperless for the best bargain at www.evite.com which is totally FREE and offers over 100 designs, but if you're like me and still love to touch a beautiful wedding invitation, here are a few excellent ones:  www.indianweddingcard.com  has some of the most unique designs you'll ever see.  Choose your own design,color and letter style, then see what your invitation will look like right away when visiting www.eInvite.com. 

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: WIN $750.00 FROM HILLSHIRE FARMS

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: WIN $750.00 FROM HILLSHIRE FARMS: If you are 18+ years or older and a resident of the United States, enter the Naturally Delicious Hillshire Farm Sweepstakes for your chance...

WIN $750.00 FROM HILLSHIRE FARMS

If you are 18+ years or older and a resident of the United States, enter the Naturally Delicious Hillshire Farm Sweepstakes for your chance to win $750 for yourself, and a $750 donation to a local food bank! 

Enter once per day, per e-mail address, no later than April 30, 11:59 (ET)

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Thanks to Sweeties Sweeps!

FREE DR. SEUSS EVENT AT BARNES & NOBLE

If you have kids, be sure to take them to participating Barnes & Noble stores for a FREE Dr. Seuss birthday celebration event on Monday, March 2nd at 7 PM. 

The event will include story-time and activities featuring Oh, The Places You’ll Go, The Cat in the Hat, and Green Eggs and Ham. Click here to find an event near you.  This sounds like fun!

Thanks to The Freebie Blogger