If there’s one thing we know how to do at Frugal and Thriving, it’s shopping a really good sale. Our job is to be on top of the hottest and latest deals from all across the internet, and we’re rounding them up and putting them all in one place for you! See this week’s best sales from some of our favorite retailers below.

Carter’s

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It’s spring break at Carter’s! Get 40% off everything plus an extra 10% off with code INSIDER10

Express

Dress to impress! Shop 40% off sitewide at Express

Kohl’s

Get up to 40% off Easter essentials, 30% off select floorcare, decorative storage for $19.99 and under, and up to 70% off clearance. Use code EXTRA15 to get an extra 15% off at Kohl’s

Macy’s

From home to fashion and everything in between, get 20-50% off sitewide at Macy’s!

Old Navy

Easter is almost here!! Get 50% off Easter finds from Old Navy!

Target

Shop the Spring Home Sale and get up to 50% off home & patio items from Target!!

Tarte

Calling all beauty babes! Shop 30% off sitewide with code FAM30 during the tarte Friends & Family Sale

Victoria’s Secret

Think PINK! Victoria’s Secret rewards members (it’s free to join!) get 25% off their purchase today, and 20% off tomorrow

Walmart

It’s Super Spring Savings Week at Walmart! Shop rollbacks on thousands of items!

Valentine’s Day is a week away and if you haven’t grabbed your gifts yet, now is the time to do so! These gift ideas from Amazon are sweet for your sweetheart, and they should all arrive in time for the big day. See our Amazon Valentine’s Day gift ideas below.

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For your adult valentine, gift them a sweet treat, a fun activity, a practical everyday gift, or a sentimental keepsake.

Shop Gifts for Adults

Star Map
Tea Mug
Wine Glasses
Waffle Maker
Chocolates
Lovebirds
Strawberries
Card Game
Star Map
Tea Mug
Wine Glasses
Waffle Maker
Chocolates
Lovebirds
Strawberries
Card Game

For your kiddo valentine, gift them a cute cozy pal, an adorable book, or a little bit of exciting entertainment!!

Shop Gifts for Kids

Microphone
Bubble Machine
Heart Box
Squishmallows
Book
Pillow
PJs
Activity Book
Microphone
Bubble Machine
Heart Box
Squishmallows
Book
Pillow
PJs
Activity Book

Valentine’s Day is a week away and if you haven’t grabbed your gifts yet, now is the time to do so! These gift ideas from Amazon are sweet for your sweetheart, and they should all arrive in time for the big day. See our Amazon Valentine’s Day gift ideas below.

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

For your adult valentine, gift them a sweet treat, a fun activity, a practical everyday gift, or a sentimental keepsake.

Shop Gifts for Adults

Star Map
Tea Mug
Wine Glasses
Waffle Maker
Chocolates
Lovebirds
Strawberries
Card Game
Star Map
Tea Mug
Wine Glasses
Waffle Maker
Chocolates
Lovebirds
Strawberries
Card Game

For your kiddo valentine, gift them a cute cozy pal, an adorable book, or a little bit of exciting entertainment!!

Shop Gifts for Kids

Microphone
Bubble Machine
Heart Box
Squishmallows
Book
Pillow
PJs
Activity Book
Microphone
Bubble Machine
Heart Box
Squishmallows
Book
Pillow
PJs
Activity Book
assorted color heart shaped candies

Valentine’s Day is a week away and if you haven’t grabbed your gifts yet, now is the time to do so! These gift ideas from Amazon are sweet for your sweetheart, and they should all arrive in time for the big day. See our Amazon Valentine’s Day gift ideas below.

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

For your adult valentine, gift them a sweet treat, a fun activity, a practical everyday gift, or a sentimental keepsake.

Shop Gifts for Adults

Star Map
Tea Mug
Wine Glasses
Waffle Maker
Chocolates
Lovebirds
Strawberries
Card Game
Star Map
Tea Mug
Wine Glasses
Waffle Maker
Chocolates
Lovebirds
Strawberries
Card Game

For your kiddo valentine, gift them a cute cozy pal, an adorable book, or a little bit of exciting entertainment!!

Shop Gifts for Kids

Microphone
Bubble Machine
Heart Box
Squishmallows
Book
Pillow
PJs
Activity Book
Microphone
Bubble Machine
Heart Box
Squishmallows
Book
Pillow
PJs
Activity Book

Reveling in romance and celebrating the season of love is a sweet treat that we all enjoy, whether you’re one to admit it or not! Decorating and prepping for Valentine’s Day can bring butterflies to the tummy for more reasons than one – you’re feeling the love of being in love, but you’re also dreading emptying your wallet! Get chic, charming romance for less with these Valentine’s Day-inspired Amazon/Pottery Barn dupes and fill your heart without breaking the bank. See our Amazon vs Pottery Barn Valentine dupes below!

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Love abounds around the home with these plush heart-shaped throw pillows! This version from Amazon is $18 while this version from Pottery Barn is $50.

Snuggle up with your S.O. under this super soft sherpa throw blanket with pom pom accents. This version from Amazon is $21 while this version from Pottery Barn is $34.

Showcase your eternal love with this contemporary intertwined heart sculpture! This version from Amazon is $30 while this version from Pottery Barn is $129.

Keep that new shiny jewelry from your love in this pretty jewelry organizer – it’s great for traveling, too! This version from Amazon is $10 while this version from Pottery Barn is $50.

Dish out a romantic dinner for two or a full-blown feast for your gal pals with this gorgeous pink dishware! This 20-piece set from Amazon is $77 while this 16-piece set from Pottery Barn is $136.

Toast to romance (and elegance) with this sophisticated coupe glass set. This set of 4 from Amazon is $37 while this set of 4 from Pottery Barn is $56.

These cute heart-print dish towels will have you feeling the love even when you’re washing all those dishes. This version from Amazon is $20 while this version from Pottery Barn is $30.

Serve up a sweet display of desserts or hors d’oeuvres with this heart-shaped cheeseboard! This version from Amazon is $44 while this version from Pottery Barn is $50.

Reveling in romance and celebrating the season of love is a sweet treat that we all enjoy, whether you’re one to admit it or not! Decorating and prepping for Valentine’s Day can bring butterflies to the tummy for more reasons than one – you’re feeling the love of being in love, but you’re also dreading emptying your wallet! Get chic, charming romance for less with these Valentine’s Day-inspired Amazon/Pottery Barn dupes and fill your heart without breaking the bank. See our Amazon vs Pottery Barn Valentine dupes below!

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

Love abounds around the home with these plush heart-shaped throw pillows! This version from Amazon is $18 while this version from Pottery Barn is $50.

Snuggle up with your S.O. under this super soft sherpa throw blanket with pom pom accents. This version from Amazon is $21 while this version from Pottery Barn is $34.

Showcase your eternal love with this contemporary intertwined heart sculpture! This version from Amazon is $30 while this version from Pottery Barn is $129.

Keep that new shiny jewelry from your love in this pretty jewelry organizer – it’s great for traveling, too! This version from Amazon is $10 while this version from Pottery Barn is $50.

Dish out a romantic dinner for two or a full-blown feast for your gal pals with this gorgeous pink dishware! This 20-piece set from Amazon is $77 while this 16-piece set from Pottery Barn is $136.

Toast to romance (and elegance) with this sophisticated coupe glass set. This set of 4 from Amazon is $37 while this set of 4 from Pottery Barn is $56.

These cute heart-print dish towels will have you feeling the love even when you’re washing all those dishes. This version from Amazon is $20 while this version from Pottery Barn is $30.

Serve up a sweet display of desserts or hors d’oeuvres with this heart-shaped cheeseboard! This version from Amazon is $44 while this version from Pottery Barn is $50.

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days was just over a month ago, and we’re still reminiscing about how awesome the sales were! The F&T team worked hard to bring you the best of the best that Amazon had to offer, including our own purchases and wish list items! The lack of sleep over those two days was totally worth it…we scored some great things and you guys did too! A lot of these featured sale items are anticipated to be included in Amazon’s Black Friday deals as well, so check them out now and add them to your own Amazon wish list to get a jumpstart on your Black Friday shopping! See our roundup of the top Amazon Prime Big Deal Days items below.

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I do have to say that I was very surprised about this top ten – I didn’t know that Airheads were a hot-ticket item, but I suppose with Halloween approaching it was a deal that couldn’t be passed on. Number 4 on the list is the only item that I purchased – I contributed to the Frugal and Thriving donation bin for Toys for Tots this year! See the top 10 items here!

Fellicia’s list was mostly about self-care with some comfy slippers, skincare, and perfume. If you didn’t already know, Fellicia’s a Halloween decor junkie, so those spotlights probably came just in time for her outdoor decor! Check out her top 5 here!

Krista is a self-proclaimed bookworm, so it doesn’t surprise me that she grabbed a Kindle bundle and a comfy cardigan to get a good read in during the day while preparing for a night out wearing Frownies. Get the 4-1-1 on all of Krista’s top ten here.

I see a theme happening here! Our girl Faith has got black on the brain, and let’s be honest, who isn’t always looking for the perfect pair of leggings?! If you’re a fan of black too, be sure to peep all of her items here.

You can tell by Kristy’s’ top five that she was starting to prep for the upcoming holidays by snagging batteries for electronics. She also always gives the best teacher gifts, so I am not surprised that those candles ended up on her list. Get the scoop on Kristy’s list here.

I was getting an early start on Christmas shopping for the kids. The Echo Dots were an item that were already number one on the kids’ lists. The gymnastics bar was by far the best deal I got, and I wasn’t going to pass up on it! Good thing, too, because it sold out so quickly! I also grabbed a couple items for the house and, of course, for myself as a ‘reward’ for all of my hard work during the two-day sale! See a roundup of my list here.

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days was just over a month ago, and we’re still reminiscing about how awesome the sales were! The F&T team worked hard to bring you the best of the best that Amazon had to offer, including our own purchases and wish list items! The lack of sleep over those two days was totally worth it…we scored some great things and you guys did too! A lot of these featured sale items are anticipated to be included in Amazon’s Black Friday deals as well, so check them out now and add them to your own Amazon wish list to get a jumpstart on your Black Friday shopping! See our roundup of the top Amazon Prime Big Deal Days items below.

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

I do have to say that I was very surprised about this top ten – I didn’t know that Airheads were a hot-ticket item, but I suppose with Halloween approaching it was a deal that couldn’t be passed on. Number 4 on the list is the only item that I purchased – I contributed to the Frugal and Thriving donation bin for Toys for Tots this year! See the top 10 items here!

Fellicia’s list was mostly about self-care with some comfy slippers, skincare, and perfume. If you didn’t already know, Fellicia’s a Halloween decor junkie, so those spotlights probably came just in time for her outdoor decor! Check out her top 5 here!

Krista is a self-proclaimed bookworm, so it doesn’t surprise me that she grabbed a Kindle bundle and a comfy cardigan to get a good read in during the day while preparing for a night out wearing Frownies. Get the 4-1-1 on all of Krista’s top ten here.

I see a theme happening here! Our girl Faith has got black on the brain, and let’s be honest, who isn’t always looking for the perfect pair of leggings?! If you’re a fan of black too, be sure to peep all of her items here.

You can tell by Kristy’s’ top five that she was starting to prep for the upcoming holidays by snagging batteries for electronics. She also always gives the best teacher gifts, so I am not surprised that those candles ended up on her list. Get the scoop on Kristy’s list here.

I was getting an early start on Christmas shopping for the kids. The Echo Dots were an item that were already number one on the kids’ lists. The gymnastics bar was by far the best deal I got, and I wasn’t going to pass up on it! Good thing, too, because it sold out so quickly! I also grabbed a couple items for the house and, of course, for myself as a ‘reward’ for all of my hard work during the two-day sale! See a roundup of my list here.

The holiday season is swiftly approaching and no matter what or how you celebrate, having a cute outfit to show off is always a good idea. Amazon is our go-to for pretty much everything, and their fashion options certainly don’t disappoint either! With constant deals on tons of pieces, plus the prime “try before you buy” program, finding holiday styles from Amazon is easy and inexpensive! See our outfit inspiration below.

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We all have those holiday celebrations that we just want to be comfy cozy for. This jumpsuit is the perfect compromise – it’s comfy yet stylish! Throw it on with some shortie UGGs for even more comfort.

Ah, the good ol’ classic jeans and sweater combo! This versatile look is great for any get-together and can be worn for many different occasions. Throw on some faux leather booties to complete the look.

If you’re looking for that full-on holiday spirit, try an “ugly” sweater over a slip dress! This will definitely get party guests talking, and who doesn’t love a good conversation piece?! Finish your outfit with a pair of red western-style boots to really make it pop.

Show everyone you mean business with a long plaid blazer! Pair it with jeans and a simple turtleneck to keep the look classic, but wear over-the-knee heeled boots to dress it up a little more.

A ruffled sweater is a flirty and feminine holiday look! Wear it with black jeggings and heels to keep the outfit sleek and sexy.

If casual chic is your vibe, style a cozy crewneck knit sweater with a slip skirt! The cheetah print on this one makes it extra fun, and for that final touch of fashion-forward style, complete your look with heeled combat boots.

Show off your edge with a vegan leather skirt! This asymmetrical skirt paired with a turtleneck sweater and matching faux leather booties is the perfect mix of sweet and sassy.

If you’re feeling classy and elegant, you can’t go wrong with a tiered maxi dress and sparkly heels! The tie waist on the dress and the bow details on the shoes bring this outfit together nicely.

This satin wrap dress will have you all wrapped up like the gift that you are!! This is a simply stylish holiday look that can be paired with heels to keep it feelin’ fancy.

This dress draped in layers adds tons of dimension to your holiday look, but it’s also ideal for hiding that bloated belly after stuffing your face with that fourth helping of dessert. Pair it with pointed-toe lace-up heels and get ready to eat!

Nothing says “holiday season” quite like a dress full of sparkle and shine. This sexy sequin dress will turn heads and make you feel like a star! Finish this look with a pair of strappy heels and let the dress do the talking.

person holding gray ball

The holiday season is swiftly approaching and no matter what or how you celebrate, having a cute outfit to show off is always a good idea. Amazon is our go-to for pretty much everything, and their fashion options certainly don’t disappoint either! With constant deals on tons of pieces, plus the prime “try before you buy” program, finding holiday styles from Amazon is easy and inexpensive! See our outfit inspiration below.

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

We all have those holiday celebrations that we just want to be comfy cozy for. This jumpsuit is the perfect compromise – it’s comfy yet stylish! Throw it on with some shortie UGGs for even more comfort.

Ah, the good ol’ classic jeans and sweater combo! This versatile look is great for any get-together and can be worn for many different occasions. Throw on some faux leather booties to complete the look.

If you’re looking for that full-on holiday spirit, try an “ugly” sweater over a slip dress! This will definitely get party guests talking, and who doesn’t love a good conversation piece?! Finish your outfit with a pair of red western-style boots to really make it pop.

Show everyone you mean business with a long plaid blazer! Pair it with jeans and a simple turtleneck to keep the look classic, but wear over-the-knee heeled boots to dress it up a little more.

A ruffled sweater is a flirty and feminine holiday look! Wear it with black jeggings and heels to keep the outfit sleek and sexy.

If casual chic is your vibe, style a cozy crewneck knit sweater with a slip skirt! The cheetah print on this one makes it extra fun, and for that final touch of fashion-forward style, complete your look with heeled combat boots.

Show off your edge with a vegan leather skirt! This asymmetrical skirt paired with a turtleneck sweater and matching faux leather booties is the perfect mix of sweet and sassy.

If you’re feeling classy and elegant, you can’t go wrong with a tiered maxi dress and sparkly heels! The tie waist on the dress and the bow details on the shoes bring this outfit together nicely.

This satin wrap dress will have you all wrapped up like the gift that you are!! This is a simply stylish holiday look that can be paired with heels to keep it feelin’ fancy.

This dress draped in layers adds tons of dimension to your holiday look, but it’s also ideal for hiding that bloated belly after stuffing your face with that fourth helping of dessert. Pair it with pointed-toe lace-up heels and get ready to eat!

Nothing says “holiday season” quite like a dress full of sparkle and shine. This sexy sequin dress will turn heads and make you feel like a star! Finish this look with a pair of strappy heels and let the dress do the talking.

We’re breaking out all the tricks and treats this Halloween season! Whether you’re looking for inspo for classroom parties, fall birthday party snack ideas, or Halloween party additions, we’ve got a lineup of Halloween-inspired treats that is definitely spook-tacular and sure to impress your ghouls of honor! See our Halloween treat ideas below.

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Pretzel Spiderwebs – a sweet and salty festive treat! Line pretzels up in the shape of a wheel on wax paper, heat up white chocolate until melted and swirl around, take a toothpick or prongs of a fork and pull out for that web look, and then finish with Halloween sprinkles!

Three Ingredient Pumpkin Cookies – Both savory and sweet, simple and perfect for a cookie swap!

  • Can of 100% pure pumpkin 
  • Box of spice cake mix
  • Dark chocolate chips 
  • Mix all together, form into balls, place onto a parchment lined baking sheet and bake at 375 for 15 minutes and enjoy!
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Individual S’mores Cups – grab any seasonal peeps and make these year ’round!

Pumpkin Popcorn Station – Personalize toppings to your liking for a spooky movie night treat or a festive and fun addition to any party! Fill a pitcher or bowl with your favorite type of popcorn and top with a scoop, assemble bowls with “options” and scoops on a tray. Serve in festive little snack trays and enjoy!

  • popcorn
  • candy corn
  • crushed pretzels
  • peanuts 
  • gummy bears 
  • marshmallows 
  • Reese’s pieces

Apple Slice Sundae Station – Customize your apples, sauces and toppings for a delectable and seasonally fun snack or dessert!

  • apples apples – Granny Smith, Gala, Red Delicious (any kind will do)
  • chocolate and peanut butter sauce – (or whatever tickles your taste buds!)
  • chocolate sprinkles
  • mini M&Ms 
  • mini chocolate chips
  • shredded coconut 
  • toffee bits 
  • crushed Oreos
  • crushed pumpkin spice graham crackers (any graham cracker will do)
white and black halloween treats on round plate

We’re breaking out all the tricks and treats this Halloween season! Whether you’re looking for inspo for classroom parties, fall birthday party snack ideas, or Halloween party additions, we’ve got a lineup of Halloween-inspired treats that is definitely spook-tacular and sure to impress your ghouls of honor! See our Halloween treat ideas below.

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this post, see full disclosure here.

Pretzel Spiderwebs – a sweet and salty festive treat! Line pretzels up in the shape of a wheel on wax paper, heat up white chocolate until melted and swirl around, take a toothpick or prongs of a fork and pull out for that web look, and then finish with Halloween sprinkles!

Three Ingredient Pumpkin Cookies – Both savory and sweet, simple and perfect for a cookie swap!

  • Can of 100% pure pumpkin 
  • Box of spice cake mix
  • Dark chocolate chips 
  • Mix all together, form into balls, place onto a parchment lined baking sheet and bake at 375 for 15 minutes and enjoy!
This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is IMG-1894-1024x990.jpg

Individual S’mores Cups – grab any seasonal peeps and make these year ’round!

Pumpkin Popcorn Station – Personalize toppings to your liking for a spooky movie night treat or a festive and fun addition to any party! Fill a pitcher or bowl with your favorite type of popcorn and top with a scoop, assemble bowls with “options” and scoops on a tray. Serve in festive little snack trays and enjoy!

  • popcorn
  • candy corn
  • crushed pretzels
  • peanuts 
  • gummy bears 
  • marshmallows 
  • Reese’s pieces

Apple Slice Sundae Station – Customize your apples, sauces and toppings for a delectable and seasonally fun snack or dessert!

  • apples apples – Granny Smith, Gala, Red Delicious (any kind will do)
  • chocolate and peanut butter sauce – (or whatever tickles your taste buds!)
  • chocolate sprinkles
  • mini M&Ms 
  • mini chocolate chips
  • shredded coconut 
  • toffee bits 
  • crushed Oreos
  • crushed pumpkin spice graham crackers (any graham cracker will do)

The leaves are falling, the crisp air has arrived, and the season of goodies is upon us. October through December have multiple holiday events – Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and more, so that means classroom parties, various events, and the creation of goody bags, baskets, and more! Since my youngest daughter’s birthday is in October, I was invited to read a themed book, bring in a snack, and hang out with the class, and I used the opportunity to create pumpkin-themed buckets for her whole class! See our Halloween goody bag inspiration below.

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My daughter turned five and is in Pre-K, so I kept it fun but still simple with a pumpkin theme: pumpkin buckets, themed cups, straws, glow sticks, and most importantly, snacks!

The snacks were fun – I found a lot of pumpkin-themed snacks like Entenmann’s pumpkin flavored muffins, gogo squeeze apple pumpkin spice applesauce pouches and decorative fun Skinny Pop popcorn bags.

I kept it pretty simple with Mott’s tots apple juice boxes, but I also ran across Swiss Miss pumpkin spice hot chocolate and just had to add it in. I read the book 10 Little Pumpkins, and the kids were super excited about their snack which was fresh fruit salad in waffle cone bowls topped with a dab of whipped cream – a healthy sundae!

Kristy is room mom for her daughter’s class this year, so of course she got right on her duties of helping to plan the first classroom party planned for October. She went straight to Target’s Hyde & EEK Bootique for plates, napkins, games and more goodies. She’s planning on serving slime punch in cauldrons and using festive food trays for snacks.

“You’ve been Boo’d” – yep that’s right, Kristy created Boo Bags for her kids’ classrooms! She took small clear gift bags and filled them with a bunch of fun little festive toys and a bunch of yummy goodies.

The options are virtually endless with what you can fill them with. Mini play-dohs, bubbles, the classic spider ring and themed pencils. I’m sure no matter what you come up with, the bags will end up being super spook-tacular! Happy Planning!

halloween cupcakes on the table

The leaves are falling, the crisp air has arrived, and the season of goodies is upon us. October through December have multiple holiday events – Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and more, so that means classroom parties, various events, and the creation of goody bags, baskets, and more! Since my youngest daughter’s birthday is in October, I was invited to read a themed book, bring in a snack, and hang out with the class, and I used the opportunity to create pumpkin-themed buckets for her whole class! See our Halloween goody bag inspiration below.

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this post, see full disclosure here.

My daughter turned five and is in Pre-K, so I kept it fun but still simple with a pumpkin theme: pumpkin buckets, themed cups, straws, glow sticks, and most importantly, snacks!

The snacks were fun – I found a lot of pumpkin-themed snacks like Entenmann’s pumpkin flavored muffins, gogo squeeze apple pumpkin spice applesauce pouches and decorative fun Skinny Pop popcorn bags.

I kept it pretty simple with Mott’s tots apple juice boxes, but I also ran across Swiss Miss pumpkin spice hot chocolate and just had to add it in. I read the book 10 Little Pumpkins, and the kids were super excited about their snack which was fresh fruit salad in waffle cone bowls topped with a dab of whipped cream – a healthy sundae!

Kristy is room mom for her daughter’s class this year, so of course she got right on her duties of helping to plan the first classroom party planned for October. She went straight to Target’s Hyde & EEK Bootique for plates, napkins, games and more goodies. She’s planning on serving slime punch in cauldrons and using festive food trays for snacks.

“You’ve been Boo’d” – yep that’s right, Kristy created Boo Bags for her kids’ classrooms! She took small clear gift bags and filled them with a bunch of fun little festive toys and a bunch of yummy goodies.

The options are virtually endless with what you can fill them with. Mini play-dohs, bubbles, the classic spider ring and themed pencils. I’m sure no matter what you come up with, the bags will end up being super spook-tacular! Happy Planning!

Amazon is back with more Prime deals! Big Deal Days is the fall version of Prime Day, because shopping sales on some of our most coveted Amazon items once a year is just not enough! This two-day sale is twice as nice, and even though yesterday was the first chance to snag these deals, today is the day to grab anything you may have missed out on. Don’t wait too much longer – these prices are good and they won’t last long! See our Amazon Prime Big Deal Days roundup below!

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This sale is again only for Amazon Prime members, but if you’re not a Prime member yet, you can sign up for a free 30-day trial so you can take advantage of these exclusive deals plus FREE two-day shipping – if you love your membership, you can keep it and you will be billed after your trial period is up, or cancel it at any time! If you haven’t been an Amazon Prime member in the last 12 months, you can sign up for a free trial. To get the most up-to-date deals, make sure you’re following Frugal & Thriving on Facebook, and be sure to shop our Amazon storefront and LTK collection too!

Shop some of the top products from favorite categories below!

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Home is where the heart is! Snag great prices on tons of items for the home & kitchen!

Check out some more awesome home deals:

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Beauty products can get so pricey! Now is the perfect time to stock up on your favorite premium brands for less!

Check out some more awesome beauty deals:

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Electronics are always popular during Prime Day, and with good reason! Grab that tech item you’ve been eyeing up all year while it’s marked down.

Check out some more awesome deals on electronics:

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Self-care is worth any amount of money, but health & wellness shouldn’t cost an arm and a leg! From vitamins and supplements to devices that will help you unwind and relax, get your self-care essentials now.

Check out some more awesome health & wellness deals:

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This is great time to start thinking about gift shopping, especially if you’ve got kiddos to shop for! Get toys and games for great prices and get your gift lists checked off early!

Check out some more awesome deals for kids:

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We can’t forget about the men in our lives! Find cool gadgets for him for less.

Check out some more awesome deals for men:

And here are some more popular categories to shop:

Amazon is back with more Prime deals! Big Deal Days is the fall version of Prime Day, because shopping sales on some of our most coveted Amazon items once a year is just not enough! This two-day sale is twice as nice, and even though yesterday was the first chance to snag these deals, today is the day to grab anything you may have missed out on. Don’t wait too much longer – these prices are good and they won’t last long! See our Amazon Prime Big Deal Days roundup below!

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

This sale is again only for Amazon Prime members, but if you’re not a Prime member yet, you can sign up for a free 30-day trial so you can take advantage of these exclusive deals plus FREE two-day shipping – if you love your membership, you can keep it and you will be billed after your trial period is up, or cancel it at any time! If you haven’t been an Amazon Prime member in the last 12 months, you can sign up for a free trial. To get the most up-to-date deals, make sure you’re following Frugal & Thriving on Facebook, and be sure to shop our Amazon storefront and LTK collection too!

Shop some of the top products from favorite categories below!

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7

Home is where the heart is! Snag great prices on tons of items for the home & kitchen!

Check out some more awesome home deals:

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8

Beauty products can get so pricey! Now is the perfect time to stock up on your favorite premium brands for less!

Check out some more awesome beauty deals:

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6

Electronics are always popular during Prime Day, and with good reason! Grab that tech item you’ve been eyeing up all year while it’s marked down.

Check out some more awesome deals on electronics:

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6

Self-care is worth any amount of money, but health & wellness shouldn’t cost an arm and a leg! From vitamins and supplements to devices that will help you unwind and relax, get your self-care essentials now.

Check out some more awesome health & wellness deals:

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6

This is great time to start thinking about gift shopping, especially if you’ve got kiddos to shop for! Get toys and games for great prices and get your gift lists checked off early!

Check out some more awesome deals for kids:

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5

We can’t forget about the men in our lives! Find cool gadgets for him for less.

Check out some more awesome deals for men:

And here are some more popular categories to shop:

Some people love Halloween. Some people just can’t seem to get on board with the ghosts and ghouls and scary shenanigans and crazy costumes. If you want to celebrate the holiday but you don’t want to go all-out with a costume, you can still show your paranormal pride with a Halloween-themed outfit that looks chic and stylish rather than creepy and spine-chilling. See our Halloween apparel inspiration from Amazon below!

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

T-Shirt | Leggings | Sneakers | Earrings

Boo Boo Crew! For all the nurses out there, this outfit is an adorable way to celebrate the holiday!

T-Shirt | Jeans | Sneakers | Purse | Earrings

Cute as a kitten! This skeleton Hello Kitty ‘fit is purrrrr-fect for a Halloween look that’s not so scary!

T-Shirt | Pants | Flats | Headband | Earrings

Calling all Disney fans! This Minnie Mouse-inspired outfit is scarily sweet. Even better if you’re spending Halloween in the most magical place on Earth!

Long Sleeve | Jeans | Mules | Purse | Earrings

Meooowww! Where weird meets wild – this is a classy look that still brings a little bit of spooky spirit!

Sweatshirt | Leggings | Boots | Headband | Earrings

Pumpkins + pockets = the ideal Halloween outfit. We won’t tell anyone if you stuff those cute little pouches full of candy to snack on throughout the day.

Long Sleeve | Leggings | Wedge Sneakers | Earrings | Bracelet

Tricks and treats! This look is so cute for kids’ class party or parade – great for teachers or room moms!

Long Sleeve | Leggings | Sneakers | Headband | Earrings

Getting handsy! This one is a flirty look for a Halloween out with bae…prepare to have a terrifyingly terrific time.

T-Shirt | Skirt | Boots | Earrings | Ring

Witch, please! Get ready for some hocus pocus with this brew-tiful Halloween look!

Long Sleeve | Leggings | Boots | Earrings | Hair Clip

Baby on board! For the expecting mamas, this is a fun way to let people know you’re eating candy for two! Throw in a couple extra pieces, please!!

Blouse | Tank | Skirt | Heels | Earrings

Skulls and roses! This is a really feminine spin on Halloween – it’s a good look for the office or a spooky celebration with your gal pals.

white skull table decor

Some people love Halloween. Some people just can’t seem to get on board with the ghosts and ghouls and scary shenanigans and crazy costumes. If you want to celebrate the holiday but you don’t want to go all-out with a costume, you can still show your paranormal pride with a Halloween-themed outfit that looks chic and stylish rather than creepy and spine-chilling. See our Halloween apparel inspiration from Amazon below!

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

T-Shirt | Leggings | Sneakers | Earrings

Boo Boo Crew! For all the nurses out there, this outfit is an adorable way to celebrate the holiday!

T-Shirt | Jeans | Sneakers | Purse | Earrings

Cute as a kitten! This skeleton Hello Kitty ‘fit is purrrrr-fect for a Halloween look that’s not so scary!

T-Shirt | Pants | Flats | Headband | Earrings

Calling all Disney fans! This Minnie Mouse-inspired outfit is scarily sweet. Even better if you’re spending Halloween in the most magical place on Earth!

Long Sleeve | Jeans | Mules | Purse | Earrings

Meooowww! Where weird meets wild – this is a classy look that still brings a little bit of spooky spirit!

Sweatshirt | Leggings | Boots | Headband | Earrings

Pumpkins + pockets = the ideal Halloween outfit. We won’t tell anyone if you stuff those cute little pouches full of candy to snack on throughout the day.

Long Sleeve | Leggings | Wedge Sneakers | Earrings | Bracelet

Tricks and treats! This look is so cute for kids’ class party or parade – great for teachers or room moms!

Long Sleeve | Leggings | Sneakers | Headband | Earrings

Getting handsy! This one is a flirty look for a Halloween out with bae…prepare to have a terrifyingly terrific time.

T-Shirt | Skirt | Boots | Earrings | Ring

Witch, please! Get ready for some hocus pocus with this brew-tiful Halloween look!

Long Sleeve | Leggings | Boots | Earrings | Hair Clip

Baby on board! For the expecting mamas, this is a fun way to let people know you’re eating candy for two! Throw in a couple extra pieces, please!!

Blouse | Tank | Skirt | Heels | Earrings

Skulls and roses! This is a really feminine spin on Halloween – it’s a good look for the office or a spooky celebration with your gal pals.

Back to school means back to making school lunches for the crew. Last September is when I really started preparing lunches at home for the kids to take to school. Depending on the school lunch menu, I was making 2/3 kids’ lunches at least three days out of the week. My youngest is very picky and didn’t want school lunch unless it was breakfast for lunch (i.e.: French toast sticks, etc.). For anyone planning on packing lunches, whether it’s your first time or if you need some fresh ideas or inspo, we’ve got the 4-1-1 for a successful school year!

Frugal and Thriving may earn commission via affiliate links in this post, see full disclosure here.

Let’s start with containers! Kristy’s son is a picky eater, so these Bentgo boxes are perfect when putting together a lunch that kids can graze on with a variety of items that hopefully they are interested in that day because, well, kids…one day they love one thing and the next day they won’t touch it! Bentgo is leak-proof and some of the Bentgo boxes have ice packs – they’re called Bentgo Chill Boxes.

I have an Omie box for my youngest daughter. She isn’t a big eater and prefers turkey and cheese with mustard as her entree, or if we have left over spaghetti or mac ‘n’ cheese, I’ll fill up her thermos bowl with boiling water and let it sit while I heat up her leftovers, dump the water and replace with the meal – it keeps it at the perfect temperature until her lunch time. Add a couple of snacks and she’s good to go!

Anyone else wonder why most kids lunch boxes are so small?! It’s often hard to find items that are able to fit. Kristy found these sandwich containers for her daughter’s lunch bag. These are reusable, easy to open and close, and are safe for the freezer too.

I came across these snap-lock lunch box containers last year and they also fit well in my kids’ lunch boxes…we have ones from Pottery Barn Kids. They are slightly bento-inspired with a couple different compartments. They are not leak-proof, but they get the job done.

I use Ello containers to make fresh fruit cups and SnapLock dip cups for ranch dressing or other condiments so that there are no spills or leaks. I like to use silicone muffin cups as a space-saver to place snacks like pretzels, goldfish, cookies and more for easy access. My favorite score last year was these Ello on the go cutlery sets. I love using them over plastic utensils.

Kristy gets creative with her son’s lunches since he is the pickiest eater! She uses fun cookie cutters to make different shapes for his sandwiches – and she says that they have actually helped! The smaller shapes can be used for fruits like melons and apples. Don’t forget about the cutters to make homemade uncrustables

Does anyone else find that there’s never enough room for ice packs?! When you’re packing lunch meat and/or cheese sandwiches and items like yogurt and cheese sticks, you need it! Kristy found these fun character thin ice packs that fit perfectly.

PRO TIP: If you have a gogurt kid, freeze the gogurts and use them as ice packs! They keep your items cool, and it thaws out just in time for lunch!

For thermoses, we’ve been through the wringer with trying to find ones that are great at keeping their drinks cold and NOT leaking everywhere! These are my go-tos! 

  • Simple Modern – they come in two sizes and some fun patterns
  • Hydroflask – these are great for sports and with having to personalize everything, there’s a nice sleeve you can add your kiddo’s name to
  • Thermoflask – keeps beverages ice-cold for 24 hrs, and hot for up to 12 hrs with double-wall and vacuum insulation
  • MIIR – MiiR is a family-owned company based in Seattle, Washington, and their products are insulated and leak-proof
  • Thermos – if your kids have sensitivities and prefer a softer straw, these are great, and of course they come in fun designs

Liquid IV recently came out with kids’ hydration multiplier packs, so Kristy grabbed all of the flavors and will include them in her kids’ lunch routines, putting them in their thermoses because they drink way more water with them!

Frito-Lay has an ultimate snack package which offers 40 assorted varieties of chips, cookies, crackers and more! Perfect for lunches, on-the-go students or teachers – if you’d like to gift a snack!

If your child happens to be in a class with a gluten and/or nut allergy, fortunately Walmart has a great selection for school-friendly snacks!

Grab and go variety snacks from Amazon are perfect not only for lunches, but also for those afterschool activities like softball, CCD, tumbling, soccer, karate, or gymnastics. It’s also a great grab for a teacher/class donation!

There’s nothing like a handwritten note from a loved one, but this year the trend is adorable little note/joke cards to put in their lunch box each day! They have riddles, fun facts, brain teasers and some giggles and laughs! There are also holiday specific ones too!

Back to school means back to making school lunches for the crew. Last September is when I really started preparing lunches at home for the kids to take to school. Depending on the school lunch menu, I was making 2/3 kids’ lunches at least three days out of the week. My youngest is very picky and didn’t want school lunch unless it was breakfast for lunch (i.e.: French toast sticks, etc.). For anyone planning on packing lunches, whether it’s your first time or if you need some fresh ideas or inspo, we’ve got the 4-1-1 for a successful school year!

Frugal and Thriving may earn commission via affiliate links in this post, see full disclosure here.

Let’s start with containers! Kristy’s son is a picky eater, so these Bentgo boxes are perfect when putting together a lunch that kids can graze on with a variety of items that hopefully they are interested in that day because, well, kids…one day they love one thing and the next day they won’t touch it! Bentgo is leak-proof and some of the Bentgo boxes have ice packs – they’re called Bentgo Chill Boxes.

I have an Omie box for my youngest daughter. She isn’t a big eater and prefers turkey and cheese with mustard as her entree, or if we have left over spaghetti or mac ‘n’ cheese, I’ll fill up her thermos bowl with boiling water and let it sit while I heat up her leftovers, dump the water and replace with the meal – it keeps it at the perfect temperature until her lunch time. Add a couple of snacks and she’s good to go!

Anyone else wonder why most kids lunch boxes are so small?! It’s often hard to find items that are able to fit. Kristy found these sandwich containers for her daughter’s lunch bag. These are reusable, easy to open and close, and are safe for the freezer too.

I came across these snap-lock lunch box containers last year and they also fit well in my kids’ lunch boxes…we have ones from Pottery Barn Kids. They are slightly bento-inspired with a couple different compartments. They are not leak-proof, but they get the job done.

I use Ello containers to make fresh fruit cups and SnapLock dip cups for ranch dressing or other condiments so that there are no spills or leaks. I like to use silicone muffin cups as a space-saver to place snacks like pretzels, goldfish, cookies and more for easy access. My favorite score last year was these Ello on the go cutlery sets. I love using them over plastic utensils.

Kristy gets creative with her son’s lunches since he is the pickiest eater! She uses fun cookie cutters to make different shapes for his sandwiches – and she says that they have actually helped! The smaller shapes can be used for fruits like melons and apples. Don’t forget about the cutters to make homemade uncrustables

Does anyone else find that there’s never enough room for ice packs?! When you’re packing lunch meat and/or cheese sandwiches and items like yogurt and cheese sticks, you need it! Kristy found these fun character thin ice packs that fit perfectly.

PRO TIP: If you have a gogurt kid, freeze the gogurts and use them as ice packs! They keep your items cool, and it thaws out just in time for lunch!

For thermoses, we’ve been through the wringer with trying to find ones that are great at keeping their drinks cold and NOT leaking everywhere! These are my go-tos! 

  • Simple Modern – they come in two sizes and some fun patterns
  • Hydroflask – these are great for sports and with having to personalize everything, there’s a nice sleeve you can add your kiddo’s name to
  • Thermoflask – keeps beverages ice-cold for 24 hrs, and hot for up to 12 hrs with double-wall and vacuum insulation
  • MIIR – MiiR is a family-owned company based in Seattle, Washington, and their products are insulated and leak-proof
  • Thermos – if your kids have sensitivities and prefer a softer straw, these are great, and of course they come in fun designs

Liquid IV recently came out with kids’ hydration multiplier packs, so Kristy grabbed all of the flavors and will include them in her kids’ lunch routines, putting them in their thermoses because they drink way more water with them!

Frito-Lay has an ultimate snack package which offers 40 assorted varieties of chips, cookies, crackers and more! Perfect for lunches, on-the-go students or teachers – if you’d like to gift a snack!

If your child happens to be in a class with a gluten and/or nut allergy, fortunately Walmart has a great selection for school-friendly snacks!

Grab and go variety snacks from Amazon are perfect not only for lunches, but also for those afterschool activities like softball, CCD, tumbling, soccer, karate, or gymnastics. It’s also a great grab for a teacher/class donation!

There’s nothing like a handwritten note from a loved one, but this year the trend is adorable little note/joke cards to put in their lunch box each day! They have riddles, fun facts, brain teasers and some giggles and laughs! There are also holiday specific ones too!

One of the biggest sales of the year is almost here – Amazon Prime Day!! This annual deal event is held exclusively for Prime members and will take place on Tuesday, July 11th and Wednesday, July 12th. Navigating this sale can feel slightly overwhelming, especially if you’re new to it, but we are here to help! This guide will help you stay informed and inspired so you can make the most of this year’s event. See our prepping for Prime Day checklist below.

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

Prime Members Only

This sale is only for Amazon Prime members, but if you’re not a Prime member yet, do not fret! Sign up for a free 30-day trial now so you can take advantage of these exclusive deals plus FREE two-day shipping – if you love your membership, you can keep it and you will be billed after your trial period is up, or cancel it at any time! If you haven’t been an Amazon Prime member in the last 12 months, you can sign up for a free trial.

Take Inventory & Set a Budget

We can all admit it’s easy to get carried away when it comes to shopping. You see those savings and you want more, more, more! To avoid over-spending or buying unnecessary items, take inventory of the things you know you need now. New kitchen appliances? Some of your favorite beauty products? Outdoor and backyard fun? Whatever it may be, put your thinking cap on and figure out exactly what you want. After you’ve decided what it is you’re looking for this year, set a budget! There are so many deals on similar items and setting a budget can help you get the most bang for your buck! Give yourself a little wiggle room, and definitely include a few dollars for a special treat or two, even if it’s something small…you deserve it!

Make Your Wishlist

Create a “Prime Day Wishlist” on your account (look in the top right corner under accounts & lists and create a new list) and add all those items you’re waiting to buy!! Then when Prime Day begins, all you have to do is go to your list and see the deals on those coveted items, add to cart, and buy! Items can sell out quickly, and we all know the really good deals never last, so it’s important to be on your A-game if you want to make the most of these sales! A new feature this year is the invite-only deals! These are popular deals that are likely to sell out. Here’s how it works:

  • Request an invitation. Prime members get exclusive access to invite-only deals – you’ll see the “request invite” button where “add to cart” usually is
  • Check your email. Check for email invites on Prime Day
  • Buy if invited. On Prime Day, you’ll get an email notification with a unique link that’s valid throughout the Prime Day event

Trending Items for Inspiration

Stumped about what you want to take advantage of during this year’s Prime Day deals?? Here are some of the hottest items this season for a little inspiration. Check out what’s trending in home, beauty, fashion, and more!

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5

This is a great time to shop electronics from Amazon. Whether you’re looking for a new TV, a home security system, or entertainment accessories, there will be tons of deals on these tech gadgets.

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6

Update your household and kitchen essentials! Think small kitchen appliances, cleaning necessities, and fun extras you wouldn’t normally purchase!

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7

Step up your beauty and wellness game – shop everything from makeup to accessories from premium beauty brands and new, emerging brands too!

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5

Summer is in full swing so get all the lawn and garden gear you need! Find deals on outdoor furniture, grilling essentials, and more!

Here are a few other popular categories to browse:

Get Social

And last but certainly not least, follow Frugal and Thriving on Facebook! Our team will be working around the clock to bring you the best deals Amazon has to offer, and this is the easiest way to see them all! Check out our Amazon storefront too so you can see some our favorite Amazon items that we know and love.

And there you have it! Everything you need to crush Amazon Prime Day this year, so get out there and get shopping xo.

One of the biggest sales of the year is almost here – Amazon Prime Day!! This annual deal event is held exclusively for Prime members and will take place on Tuesday, July 11th and Wednesday, July 12th. Navigating this sale can feel slightly overwhelming, especially if you’re new to it, but we are here to help! This guide will help you stay informed and inspired so you can make the most of this year’s event. See our prepping for Prime Day checklist below.

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

Prime Members Only

This sale is only for Amazon Prime members, but if you’re not a Prime member yet, do not fret! Sign up for a free 30-day trial now so you can take advantage of these exclusive deals plus FREE two-day shipping – if you love your membership, you can keep it and you will be billed after your trial period is up, or cancel it at any time! If you haven’t been an Amazon Prime member in the last 12 months, you can sign up for a free trial.

Take Inventory & Set a Budget

We can all admit it’s easy to get carried away when it comes to shopping. You see those savings and you want more, more, more! To avoid over-spending or buying unnecessary items, take inventory of the things you know you need now. New kitchen appliances? Some of your favorite beauty products? Outdoor and backyard fun? Whatever it may be, put your thinking cap on and figure out exactly what you want. After you’ve decided what it is you’re looking for this year, set a budget! There are so many deals on similar items and setting a budget can help you get the most bang for your buck! Give yourself a little wiggle room, and definitely include a few dollars for a special treat or two, even if it’s something small…you deserve it!

Make Your Wishlist

Create a “Prime Day Wishlist” on your account (look in the top right corner under accounts & lists and create a new list) and add all those items you’re waiting to buy!! Then when Prime Day begins, all you have to do is go to your list and see the deals on those coveted items, add to cart, and buy! Items can sell out quickly, and we all know the really good deals never last, so it’s important to be on your A-game if you want to make the most of these sales! A new feature this year is the invite-only deals! These are popular deals that are likely to sell out. Here’s how it works:

  • Request an invitation. Prime members get exclusive access to invite-only deals – you’ll see the “request invite” button where “add to cart” usually is
  • Check your email. Check for email invites on Prime Day
  • Buy if invited. On Prime Day, you’ll get an email notification with a unique link that’s valid throughout the Prime Day event

Trending Items for Inspiration

Stumped about what you want to take advantage of during this year’s Prime Day deals?? Here are some of the hottest items this season for a little inspiration. Check out what’s trending in home, beauty, fashion, and more!

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5

This is a great time to shop electronics from Amazon. Whether you’re looking for a new TV, a home security system, or entertainment accessories, there will be tons of deals on these tech gadgets.

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6

Update your household and kitchen essentials! Think small kitchen appliances, cleaning necessities, and fun extras you wouldn’t normally purchase!

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7

Step up your beauty and wellness game – shop everything from makeup to accessories from premium beauty brands and new, emerging brands too!

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5

Summer is in full swing so get all the lawn and garden gear you need! Find deals on outdoor furniture, grilling essentials, and more!

Here are a few other popular categories to browse:

Get Social

And last but certainly not least, follow Frugal and Thriving on Facebook! Our team will be working around the clock to bring you the best deals Amazon has to offer, and this is the easiest way to see them all! Check out our Amazon storefront too so you can see some our favorite Amazon items that we know and love.

And there you have it! Everything you need to crush Amazon Prime Day this year, so get out there and get shopping xo.