Shutterfly Christmas Cards!

Once again, I am here to rave about and give ten thumbs up to Shutterfly and their awesome holiday card collection.  And, of course, all the other fun stuff like calendars, photo books, photo gifts, and more.  I must say again, I love their photo books.  People rave about them when they come over and see them on display.  The custom path options, allow you to customize every aspect of each page.  It is incredible!  


Now back to the cards....I was at a Shutterfly HouseParty today (thank you Meredith) and got to see, first hand, real samples of some of cards in the new collection.  I love all the beautiful, clever, cute, fancy (all of the above) designs.  There has to be a perfect card for everyone out there.  And, you can customize them too, with options like changing the amount of pictures, the text, and the layouts.  I discovered last year, that they offer "story" cards, where you can actually write your Christmas letter in them.  I am hoping to find another one like that this year!  I browsed the website recently and have come across some fun ones...the problem will be narrowing it down to one (or two)!  Here is a look at a few that caught my eye...now, if I could only get my pictures to look this good too!  
Hearts and Home 5x7 Folded Card (this could be a "story" card for those letters you like to write)

Here is a religious one that has a nice design:
Blessing of Christ

And the flat cards are really nice and are available in a variety of sizes, styles, and designs.  You can even put pictures on the back!
Top Ten Reasons Card

And here is another option for those who like the Christmas letter idea, but don't want to include an extra piece of paper...do it all on the card!
Holiday Letter Christmas Card

I hope you enjoy browsing the website too and can find the perfect holiday card for 2011.  Check out Shutterfly for all your holiday photo wants and needs.  You will not be disappointed!  Oh, and right now, the cards are 40% when you use the code CARD40 (not sure when it expires).


I must also let you know that Shutterfy's customer service is top-notch.  I tell you that from experience.  I have called them at least a dozen times for as long as I have been a customer and they have always been very friendly and have taken care of my issues promptly and to my satisfaction.


(By the way, these opinions are all my own.  I am entering a promotion to see if Shutterfly likes my blog review of their holiday cards.  If I am chosen, I will get 25 free cards.  I was not otherwise compensated for this review).

Photo Cards from Shutterfly

Faith Love Family Religious

Unique designs that are as unique as you. Shutterfly.

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Free Chick-Fil-A Breakfast Entree on Saturdays in October if you wear PJ's

Every Saturday this month, wear your pajamas, and stop by your local Chick-Fil-A for a free breakfast entree!  I went this past Saturday with my boys and we got $10 worth of food for free!  Gotta love Chick-Fil-A for their great food and excellent customer service!

How does your garden grow?

It has been so long since I have posted anything on here, but I am very excited to say that we have another wonderful garden this year!  My boys have been very excited about the garden and actually enjoy going our with me to check on our fruits and veggies and to help me pick them.  We always are amazed at how big some or our zucchini get.  My zucchini and yellow squash have exploded even more so than last year.  I realized this year that they don't need much water and I definitely don't water at night or on top of the leaves. This was a big mistake last year.  I have already harvested at least 4 dozen and have given many away.  We have made several loaves of bread, 4 dozen muffins, over fried zucchini, and Poor Man's Crab Cakes (I posted about these last year...they are delicious and very easy).  I have also shredded some and froze it for future use in breads and muffins.

My tomatoes and peppers are doing well too.  Last year, my peppers never made it, so I am happy that all four of my plants are doing fabulous.  New this year...cantaloupe...and we have one that should be ready by the weekend!  My boys are very excited about it.  I planted a small strawberry plant that was on clearance for only $2 at Lowes.  I got a couple strawberries from it, but look forward to it doing better next year.

And I am super excited to report that my raspberries are AMAZING!!!!  I have probably triple the plants I had last year (they spread like crazy and I must give some away) and half of them have already started harvesting.  I have picked a small container of raspberries everyday for about the past two weeks already....and we still have the rest of the summer and fall to enjoy them!

This year's garden was very simple to put in since I did all the prep work last year when we started.  My neighbor picked up all my plants for me (except the raspberries since they were already there) for only $7!  Another friend gave me her left over manure, so I used that along with the soil from last year.  All in all, everything is going well.  I just need to make sure the tomatoes and peppers stay watered since they seem the most sensitive to all this heat.  How is your garden growing?  What are you most excited about?  If any of my local friends would like to swap crops I would be very up for that!

Shutterfly: Free Cards for Father's Day!

I love Shutterfly so much...I think most of you know that by now.  They have the best deals/discounts, best quality for prints, books, and gifts, and great customer service.  I just got done making several photo gifts, cards, and collage prints to give out to our family members for Mother's Day (very late) and Father's Day.  Right now, you can also get 5 free photo cards just in time for Father's Day (or any other occasion you may need them for).  Use the code DADCARD at the checkout to get your free cards.  Shipping and handling will be extra, unless of course you spend $30 or more at use the copse SHIP30 to get free shipping!  Both of these codes expire on June 9, 2011.  (I just posted a sample of the card I made). 

I just love Shutterfly to pieces!!! Free Cards!

5x7 Folded Card

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Free Ebook: 31 Days to Clean (today only).

I just found out about this free ebook offer that ends at midnight tonight.  The book is called 31 Days to Clean:  Having a Martha House the Mary Way. I am very excited to read it as I can use a lot of help in this area....managing a home in a God glorifying way.  It looks really good!  The author, Sarah Mae, has a really inspiring blog too that I look forward to exploring more. 

If you want a copy too, just Twitter, Facebook, or blog about this new ebook by tonight at midnight and let Sarah Mae know you did through email with your link.

Thanks, Money Saving Mom!