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$40 FTD.com Flowers Credit for $20 on Groupon

Frugal Bon Vivant — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 01:00:00 +0000

Groupon has a $40 credit at FTD.com deal up for $20 through Saturday, February 11, 2012. The Groupon is good for $40 of online purchases at FTD Flowers. It’s that time of year again. This is the same deal FTD/Groupon did last year.

Groupon expires April 11, 2012. Limit 2 per person, and 1 per order. Valid online only. Not valid with other offers or discounts.

Burt’s Bees: 50% off gift sets

Frugal Bon Vivant — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:15:18 +0000

Burt’s Bees is having a Valentine’s Day sale with 50% off gift sets. There are eight to choose from, but our favorite is the Bee Pampered Spa Set – Honey and Shea for just $10.

Reminder: Check the tiny print and shipping timelines. The one we wanted said it wouldn’t arrive in time for Valentine’s Day.

$10: $20 Groupon for Old Navy

Frugal Bon Vivant — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 03:42:50 +0000

Groupon has a $20 Old Navy deal again this year for $10! The deal is for in-store only. We imagine Old Navy will be a mad house all the way through January, go with caution. :)

Groupon ends Saturday, Dec 24 and expires January 28, 2012. Limit 1 per person. $20 minimum purchase.

World Market $10 Off Coupon

Frugal Bon Vivant — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 02:30:10 +0000

World Market has a $10 off $30 purchase coupon up again. This time it’s good through Saturday, December 24, 2011. Reminder, it’s free to sign-up for the Rewards program and you’ll find the printable $10 off coupon once you log in.

We usually use this one every year to stock up on stocking stuffers!

$5 Off Coupon Code @ Knock Knock

Frugal Bon Vivant — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:15:46 +0000

Knock Knock is doing their $5 off holiday promo again this year. Just use coupon code: 5BUCKS through December 22, 2011 on any order. You also get free shipping on $35+ orders during the holidays!

Reminder: Knock Knock is the brand behind the snarky post-its and epically funny notepads (& the super-useful “All Out Of” shopping notepads). Happy shopping!

Spend $50 at Target, Get a $10 Gift Card

Frugal Bon Vivant — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:39:33 +0000

Target.com has a coupon out right now for a free $10 gift card when you spend $50. Print the coupon, and take it to your Target store through Saturday, December 10, 2011. Limited quantities available. Happy shopping!

Magazine Pop-Up Shop at Fab.com

Frugal Bon Vivant — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 05:17:46 +0000

Fab.com is running a magazine pop-up shop this week with 60+ magazine subscriptions ranging from design to travel to fashion and more. Prices start at $6.97, and there are some great deals if you’re looking to give magazine subscriptions for any gifts this holiday season. And compared to standard Amazon prices, they’re really good prices, including HOW magazine, The Economist, GQ, Conde Nast Traveler, Lucky, AFAR, and more. You can also use this as a renewal subscription. Sale ends December 14, 2011.

Need a Fab.com Invitation? Here’s a link for Fab.

Fab also has a 100+ Best Gifts Under $100 Popup shop running this week.

What to Get Your Boyfriend for Christmas

Frugal Bon Vivant — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:00:35 +0000

Looking for that perfect gift for your man? Whether he’s a techie, a music buff or a manly man survivalist, you’re going to want to get them all. Let’s make it the 13 days of Christmas!

#1. iSteamphone art
It’s as if Da Vinci dreamed up the iPhone. Ditch the generic Bed, Bath and Beyond art, this original illustration from Kevin Tong will make the perfect addition to your guy’s office.
iSteamphone illustration, tragicsunshine.com $15

#2. Mix Stix
Add some rhythm to the kitchen with these spoons that double as drumsticks. One end is for rocking and the other is for cooking. Seriously.
Mix Stix by Fred, amazon.com $10

#3. Bear Grylls survival series ultimate knife
We can see it now — Your boyfriend vs. Wild. For all the times your man is adventuring in extreme conditions, this survival knife is sure to keep him alive. Just so long as he doesn’t start sleeping inside animal carcasses or drinking his own pee.
Bear Grylls Survival Series Ultimate Knife, amazon.com $42

#4. ExOfficio boxer briefs
Don’t fall for the lame boxers adorned with candy canes, Rudolph or Santa. These may be a bit practical but they are perfect for travel and make great stocking stuffers.
ExOfficio boxer briefs, rei.com $25

#5. 45 record coasters
“Set the record straight: Drinks do not belong on your furniture.” Rock on, dear coasters. There is finally a man-approved coaster set in town.
45 record coasters, perpetualkid.com $12

#6. Sensual massage oil
As the Old Spice man would say, “Do you want a man who smells like he can bake you a gourmet cake in the dream kitchen he built for you with his own hands? Of course you do!” And after he’s done building that dream kitchen, he’ll want a massage. (If the word “sensual” is just way too much commitment, you can always settle for divine calm instead.)
Sensual massage oil thebodyshop-usa.com $18

#7. iPod building block speaker
A throwback to his childhood, when he likely spent countless hours building Lego empires.
iPod building block speaker, perpetualkid.com, $20

#8. The Elements book
The photography alone will blow your mind. (With science, get it?) This book is a gorgeous visual representation of the periodic table, and it belongs on every nerd’s coffee table and iPad.
The Elements: A Visual Exploration of Every Known Atom in the Universe, amazon.com $17

#9. Mini sushi magnets
What’s more romantic than using a piece of tamago to stick a picture of his beautiful girlfriend on the fridge? These miniature pieces of sushi have super strong magnets and are the perfect dose of cool for the manly fridge.
Mini sushi magnets, jbox.com $7

#10. F1 Go Clean laundry bag
Now he can isolate the stinky when he travels. Just say no to dirty.
F1 Go Clean laundry bag, flight001.com $24

#11. Vouchers for Naughty Lovers
… or maybe say yes to dirty! The naughty gift that gives 20 times. Give him the whole booklet of coupons or dole them out one at a time.
Vouchers for Naughty Lovers coupon book, knockknock.biz $8

#12. Glitter and Doom album by Tom Waits
Chances are, he has it on his iPod, but we bet he doesn’t have it on vinyl.
Glitter and Doom album, amazon.com $24

#13. Moleskine Music Journal
He may not want to jot down his feelings, but maybe he’d like to log concerts, favorite lyrics and playlist ideas. We see a brilliant mix CD/playlist in your future.
Moleskine Passions Music Journal, amazon.com $13

Don’t forget to check out our 7 Unironic Hipster Gifts for more present ideas.

What are you getting your man-friend for Christmas?

20% Off $100 Orders @ Urban Outfitters

Frugal Bon Vivant — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 15:45:19 +0000

Urban Outfitters its taking 20% off orders of $100 this week. Use promo code: TAKEITOFF through Thursday, December 8, 2011 at 3am EST.

Online only.

Check out all the latest Urban Outfitters coupon codes for more deals.

Buy Nothing Day + Black Friday

Frugal Bon Vivant — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 14:00:43 +0000

Just a friendly reminder that tomorrow is both Buy Nothing Day and Black Friday. This year is the 20th anniversary of Buy Nothing Day. Buy Nothing Day is all about (wait for it) keeping your money in your wallet for a change. The holiday season can be really overwhelming with spending and shopping and general consumerism, so Buy Nothing Day is a time to stop and reflect a bit. Another idea this year is Buy Nothing Christmas. Not sure how that one will work out, but Buy Nothing Day is a great idea.

November 25 – North America Buy Nothing Day
November 26 – International Buy Nothing Day

Happy [American] Thanksgiving!