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Star Wars Darth Vader Electronic Lightsaber just $14.99 – reg. $21.99 (Best Price)

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Best price on Darth Vader Light Saber December 2014

Amazon has dropped the price on the Star Wars Darth Vader Electronic Lightsaber to just $14.99 – reg. $21.99. This is the best price we’ve seen on Amazon.

About the product:

  • Electronic light saber toy looks like the one Darth Vader used in the Star Wars Rebels epic
  • Glowing blade is over 1.5 feet long
  • Power-activation and battle-action sounds
  • Light saber ignites with the push of a button
  • Includes light saber toy and instructions

Get FREE 2-Day shipping with Amazon Prime or FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders of $35 or more.

Need some help reaching your Free Super Saver Shipping? Be sure to check out my BIG List of Stocking Stuffers under $5 on Amazon!

The BIG list of Stocking Stuffers Under $5 for the whole family on Amazon.com!

Remember – Amazon prices change frequently and without notice. Please verify that this price hasn’t changed before purchasing.

Amazon Lightning Deals Schedule for 12/6/14: Nerf, Crayola, K’Nex, and More!

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Picture 4Amazon Lightning Deals Schedule

Here are some of the highlights of the Amazon Lightning Deals schedule for 12/6/14:

  • Starting at 9:00 am EST: FurReal Friends Butterscotch and Friends Walking Pets Snow Lily Pet
  • Starting at 10:00 am EST: Nerf N-Strike Elite Stryfe Blaster Set
  • Starting at 11:00 am EST: Loom Rubber Bands – 3600 Metallic Rubber Band Refill (Prime Early Access)
  • Starting at 11:00 am EST: The Bridge Direct Hobbit Hero Pack (Prime Early Access)
  • Starting at 12:00 pm EST: Take A Part Tow Truck & Tool Box Set
  • Starting at 1:00 pm EST: XPY Sterling Silver & 14k Gold Created Ruby Jewelry Set
  • Starting at 2:00 pm EST: Nerf Rebelle Rapid Red Blaster
  • Starting at 2:00 pm EST: American Girl Doll 2 Piece Winter Coat and Hat Outfit (Prime Early Access)
  • Starting at 3:00 pm EST: K’NEX Crossfire Chaos Roller Coaster Building Set *Amazon Exclusive*
  • Starting at 3:00 pm EST: VTech Tote & Go Laptop (Prime Early Access)
  • Starting at 4:00 pm EST: Sterling Silver Diamond Heart Ring (Prime Early Access)
  • Starting at 4:00 pm EST: Play-Doh 24-Pack of Colors
  • Starting at 5:00 pm EST: Perler Beads 11,000 Count-Multi-Mix
  • Starting at 6:00 pm EST: DohVinci Style & Store Vanity Design Kit
  • Starting at 7:00 pm EST: Glitzi Globes Disney Princess Spin and Sparkle Castle
  • Starting at 8:00 pm EST: Crayola Frozen Color Wonder Activity Gift Set
  • Starting at 9:00 pm EST: Disney Sofia the First Tea Party Picnic Doll
  • Starting at 10:00 pm EST: Glitzi Globes Series 3 Refresh Starter Kit
  • Starting at 11:00 pm EST: Crayola Frozen Sketcher Projector

Don’t forget – if you are an Amazon Prime member, you can gain 30 minutes early access to select lightning deals.

I recommend bookmarking the Amazon Lightning Deals Schedule page so that you are ready. These items are discounted for a limited time and often sell out very quickly.

If you are too late, be sure to join the waiting list.  If the item becomes available (and it often does!), you’ll receive an alert on the right hand side of your Amazon page.  Once the pop-up box comes up, you will have 15 minutes to make your purchase.

Looking for ALL of the Amazon Lightning Deals? Click here. 

Brilliant Gift Ideas Under $50 for Everyone on your List

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Awesome Christmas Gift Ideas under $50

Christmas Gift Ideas for Everyone on your List

If you are like me, you have a hard time figuring out what presents to buy for certain people. It seems the two most difficult questions I have to answer each year are:

What to buy for my Husband?

and

What to put on MY Christmas list?!

So I’ve been hunting around for ideas for what to put on a Christmas list – for just about anyone in your life. These are just some awesome ideas to get you started – all under $50. In my opinion, you can’t go wrong with creativity, function, and gifts that make life simpler. So here are some gift ideas that do just that!

(Hint: You might want to pass it along to that “hard to shop for” person to see if it sparks some ideas for them as well!)

Christmas List Ideas:

For Kids:

A LEGO Rental Subscription

Pley Rent LEGO Toys

You can read our Pley LEGO rental review here.

Personalized Story Books

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What kid wouldn’t love being the hero of the story?

ALEX Toys Bathtime Fun Water Flutes

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These are just cool.

 

 

For the kids/but actually for Mom:

LEGO Storage Bricks

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These large LEGO® storage bricks also work as stackable blocks.

For the Fashionista:

A Stitch Fix Gift Card

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Stitch Fix’s personal stylists will handpick a selection of five clothing items and accessories unique to the recipient’s taste, budget and lifestyle. You can buy what you like and return the rest!

I have tried this service and really, really enjoyed it. I recommend giving at least a $50 gift card since that will likely be enough for one of the items in the box.

For the Health Nut:

Procizion Vegetable Spiral Slicer

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Makes spiral cut vegetables for vegetable pastas, salads, fancy garnishes, casseroles and noodle dishes.

For anyone who needs a break in the kitchen:

eMeals Meal Plan Subscription Gift Card

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Give the gift that keeps on giving – a break from meal planning. Starts at $59 (so this one’s a little more than $50).

For Kindle Owners (By the way, Kindles are also a brilliant gift idea!)

Kindle Books

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Kindle books can be sent as a gift when you select “Give as Gift” at checkout. You can even schedule a date for an email to be sent to the recipient.

Anker Portable Stand for Tablets

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I LOVE mine. Makes using my Kindle to watch movies or look at recipes so much simpler!

For the runner/biker/hiker:

PRASM Zipper Pocket Wristband

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Size: “A” – (this size can hold keys, cash, etc.)

Size: “B” – (this size can hold bank cards, keys, cash, etc.)

For the social media butterfly:

Eye-Fi Wireless SD Card

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Send photos from your camera to your phone, Wirelessly! If this is something that you are looking to buy someone, but are not sure on what SD card to buy, you could always check out sites like hereon.biz to hopefully make your decision process a lot easier.

For Him:

Man Crates

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Gift packages for men that come wrapped in a crate – how cool is that? Prices start at $24.99 plus shipping.

For the fitness fan:

Kangaroo Water Bottle with Storage Compartment

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For the techy:

USB Surge Protector for Charging Devices

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One outlet = two chargers = brilliant.

For the family of techies:

Anker 5-Port Family-Sized Desktop Charger

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Never fight over a charger again.

For the Shower Singer/Phone Talker:

Wireless Bluetooth 3.0 Waterproof Outdoor / Shower Speaker

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Waterproof Bluetooth shower speaker that lets you jam out or chat on the phone – while in the shower.

For the student:

Cocoon GRID-IT! Organizer Case

 

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Organizes your gadgets. Doubles as a mouse pad.

 

For anyone who likes pineapple:

Pineapple Corer Slicer

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Get one for yourself too – these are awesome!

For everyone else:

A Custom T-Shirt

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Say anything. Or choose from Sun Frog’s wide selection of t-shirts.

These are great quality shirts too!

Local Experiences

Groupon Local Deals

Experience gifts are always awesome – and even better at a discount!

Shop Groupon Local to find experience gifts near you – or near the recipient!

What other Christmas gift ideas would you add to the list?

Kohl’s Cyber Week Sale: Playmobil Carry Cases for $6.40, Mohawk Rug Sale and More!

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Kohl’s Cyber Monday savings have extended all week long, and there are a couple awesome deals you can get right now.

Buy (7) Playmobil Carry Case Sets – $9.79 Each (Reg. $13.99)
Use coupon code FFDEC20 or DANCER to get 20% off
Get $10 in Kohl’s Cash ($10 for every $50 spent) – ends 12/8
Shipping is FREE with $50 purchase
Pay $6.40 each shipped after coupon code and Kohl’s cash!

Don’t need 7 carry cases? There are still some great Cyber Week Pajamas deals going on!

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Mohawk 8×10 Home Fancy Trellis Rug – $149.99 (Reg. $349.99)
Use coupon code FFDEC25 or DANCER to get 25% off (your order of $100 or more)
Get $20 in Kohl’s Cash ($10 for every $50 spent) – ends 12/8
Shipping is FREE with $50 purchase
Pay $92.49 shipped after coupon code and Kohl’s cash!

Be sure to check out all the other Mohawk Rug Deals.

Shop Kohl’s Cyber Week Savings now. 

Thanks, Redefined Mom!

Amazon: Disney Sofia The First Royal Sleepover Doll (3-Pack) for $12.98 (Reg. $28)

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Picture 1Amazon has the Disney Sofia The First Royal Sleepover Doll (3-Pack) for just $12.98 right now – by far the lowest we’ve ever seen it on Amazon! (Reg. $28)

  • Based on the hit new animated series from Disney Junior, Sofia the First
  • Girls will love reenacting their favorite scenes from the series
  • Sofia, Ruby and Jade are having a royal slumber party
  • Dolls are slumber-party ready in their charming nightgowns and royal bedtime accessories
  • Includes 3 dolls and tons of themed accessories

If you’re shopping for a Sofia The First fan, this would be just the ticket.

Get FREE 2-Day shipping with Amazon Prime or FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders of $35 or more.

Thanks, Swag Grabber!

Need some help reaching your Free Super Saver Shipping? Be sure to check out my BIG List of Stocking Stuffers under $5 on Amazon!

The BIG list of Stocking Stuffers Under $5 for the whole family on Amazon.com!

Remember – Amazon prices change frequently and without notice. Please verify that this price hasn’t changed before purchasing.

Amazon: Miracle on 34th Street Blu-ray for $9.99 (Best Price)

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Picture 8Amazon has the five-star rated Christmas classic Miracle on 34th Street Blu-ray marked down to just $9.99 right now (reg. $30). This is the lowest we’ve ever seen it priced on Amazon!

A classic holiday film that continues to delight children and adults alike.

Grab it as a gift, or for your next movie-night.

Get FREE 2-Day shipping with Amazon Prime or FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders of $35 or more.

Need some help reaching your Free Super Saver Shipping? Be sure to check out my BIG List of Stocking Stuffers under $5 on Amazon!

The BIG list of Stocking Stuffers Under $5 for the whole family on Amazon.com!

Remember – Amazon prices change frequently and without notice. Please verify that this price hasn’t changed before purchasing.

Amazon: Disney Frozen Enchanting Elsa Dress for $9.74 (Reg. $20)

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Picture 7If you have a little girl on your Christmas list who loves Frozen, pick up the Disney Frozen Enchanting Elsa Dress for just $9.74 right now on Amazon (reg. $20)!

  • Elsa costume has a multi layer skirt with glittery snowflakes
  • The dress’s bodice is decorated with a beautiful glitter design
  • Cameo of Elsa
  • For ages 3 plus, size 4-6X

This is a best-seller on Amazon – grab it before the price jumps.

Get FREE 2-Day shipping with Amazon Prime or FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders of $35 or more.

Thanks, Swag Grabber!

Need some help reaching your Free Super Saver Shipping? Be sure to check out my BIG List of Stocking Stuffers under $5 on Amazon!

The BIG list of Stocking Stuffers Under $5 for the whole family on Amazon.com!

Remember – Amazon prices change frequently and without notice. Please verify that this price hasn’t changed before purchasing.

Amazon: Franklin Sports MLB Pop A Pitch for $12.59 (Reg. $20)

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Update: Looks like the price has gone back up.

Amazon has the highly-rated Franklin Sports MLB Pop A Pitch for $12.59 right now, regularly $20!

  • Auto ball feeder for multiple swing action practice
  • Assembles in seconds
  • Durable ABS plastic construction
  • Includes: 25″ collapsible telescopic plastic bat and 3 AERO-STRIKE plastic baseballs
    Great fun for some of the youngest members of your family

This would make a fun gift for the active youngster on your list.

Get FREE 2-Day shipping with Amazon Prime or FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders of $35 or more.

Thanks, Couponing For 4!

Need some help reaching your Free Super Saver Shipping? Be sure to check out my BIG List of Stocking Stuffers under $5 on Amazon!

The BIG list of Stocking Stuffers Under $5 for the whole family on Amazon.com!

Remember – Amazon prices change frequently and without notice. Please verify that this price hasn’t changed before purchasing.