How cute are these Krispy Kreme heart shaped Doughnuts?  They would make the perfect treat for your kids valentines parties.

The Atl Deal Finder posted that you can buy 12 glazed doughnuts and get 12 FREE Valentines each with a coupon for a FREE doughnut.

TEMPTING??

As a special “sweet treat”, here’s a Valentine’s Day gift to pass out to your friends and family. All you need to do is download, print, cut out and give to all your Valentines. Enjoy a FREE bowling game at Brunswick Bowling.  Click the link to print out the Valentine and find the closest location to you.

Thanks Thrifty Momma for sharing this great deal!

Say “Be Mine” this Feb. 14 with more than just Necco Sweethearts. Today’s deal gets you flowers (yes, roses if you want) and gifts for your Honey-in-Chief. For $20, get $45 to spend at Gitché Yah Yah, Atlanta’s whimsical florist-meets-giftshop. Choose from various floral arrangements, or put together a gift basket full of soaps, jewelry, and designer teacups. Mix and match to your heart’s content for 56% off! Now that’s how to say “I Got U Babe.”

For more great Valentines Gift ideas on the cheap be sure to check out my post of great gift under $25 for Her and this post for gifts for him under $25.

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Not going to lie I honestly don’t like get flowers on Valentines.  I think it ruins it for me knowing that they cost double because it is a holiday.  So here are some alternative gift ideas from the usual chocolates and flowers for the ladies in your life!

THE GREEN GIRL:  A cute RED or WHITE  Odor-Free Countertop Compost Keeper on Sale for only $23.20 (regular price $27).  Composting container features: charcoal filter provides odor-free use for up to 6 months, cleans easily with soapy sponge; replacement filters included, durable stainless-steel construction and a 1 Gallon capacity.

THE LOUNGER:  Everyone always loves getting a new Robe for lounging around the house.  This robe comes in several colors including pink and is On Sale for only $19.99 regulary $60.  If you are little of something a little more sexy check out the Dollhouse Intimate Collection all items on the linked page are under $25.

THE ACCESSORIZER:  A lady can never have too many accessories.  I love this Croco Embossed Thick Flat Wallet w/ Checkbook Cover comes in your choice of colors and is extra thick for more storage space.  Currently on sale for $21.95 but regularly $39. She will love the sleek, stylish design. Pink is a great choice for V-Day but there are tons of colors to choose from.

THE ATHLETE:  Hitting the gym or hitting the trails this is a great RED Athletic Jacket that is On Sale for only $26.98 and comes in variety of colors and sizes (regularly priced at $49).  If this jacket is not a fit check other great atheletic wear options under $25.

THE CHEF:  Sometimes it is hard to find the chef something that don’t already own in the kitchen so you need to think outside of the box with different gadgets like this RED 11-Inch Silicone Splatter Screen for $19.95.  This is perfect for when you are cooking with oil and you are trying to avoid the splattered hot oil. 

There are tons of other great gadgets under $25 including a Norpro Ravioli Maker and Press for $16, Stainless Steel Cook Book Holder for $22, BonJour Salad Chef Salad Dressing Mixer on Sale for $15.12, and a Totally Bamboo Sushi Gift Set for only $19.99 to name a few.

All sales prices above were found on January 19th 2010 they are subject to change depending on when you purchase.

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I always find it hard to find a gift for my husband on the cheap, so I shopped around online and am sharing some of my ideas with you that are all under $25

 WINE ENTHUSIAST:
Electric Wine-Bottle Opener is the perfect gift for the man who loves to drink wine without the hassle of uncorking the bottle.  I gave this one to my husband 2 years ago and it has really been a great gift for myself too.  This wine opener is on sale for only $14.99.    And if he already has the electic wine opener go for the Wine Aerating Pourer which is on sale for $22.73. 

THE GAMER: Board Games are the perfect gift alternative to an electronic game, as you can play as a couple or as a family on the cheap.  We love to play Rummikub, Scrabble and Loaded Questions.  Try out a new game or buy a classic that you don’t own. This will definately be a hit under $20.

GOLFER: The pictured golf shirt is a  Men’s Championship Golf Polo – Sun Protective long sleeved shirt On Sale for $23.99.  There are tons of other great Golf Shirts Under $25.  Your man can now swing is style.  Score!

THE TECHIE:  Check out this cool Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse 3000 – Aloe Green
this one is On Sale for $19.99.  If you don’t like this color there are plenty of other options. If he already has the wireless mouse then a Notebook Sleevetop Case Steel is a great option.  The laptop case is  designed for comfortable laptop use on the couch, bed or table.  The great thing is it protects you from the heat.  This laptop case is On Sale for only $20.13. 

THE TRAVELLER:

 This  Travel Kit includes Axis Rev delivers the most power of any battery operated shaver for the on-the-go guy who demans a great shave.  There is also nose and hair trimmer and manicure set.  This set is On Sale for $25 (regulary $90).  I found another travel Grooming Kit for $25.99 that includes:

Well I must admit I am not a huge fan of New Years Eve. I am not a big fan of crowds or overpiced prix fixe menus.  Kurt and I typically host or attend a small dinner party to avoid the scene.  But I realize that most people like have a night out on the town. So I have searched really hard online for you to attempt to find you some affordable things to do on New Years Eve  which was a challenge.  Below you will find a couple of dining and some entertainment options that are relatively budget friendly and ITP (Inside the Perimeter).

Cheers!

ATLANTA NEW YEARS EVE RESTAURANTS ON THE CHEAP (or as cheap as I could find):

Check out Open Table to scout out all the different New Years eve menus and pricing.  I only found 3 restaurants in the Buckhead area offering a prix fixe under $50.  The links below will take you to the restaurant page on Open Table if you are interested in making a reservation or reading more about the restaurant.

•  Steel Restaurant and Lounge an Asian Restaurant located in Midtown offering a $35 per person for a 4 course meal but it is $55 if you want champagne and party favors. 
• Waterhaven Restaurant a Contemporary American Cuisine offering a 3 course meal for $35 and even more impressive they are offering HALF PRICE on every bottle of wine on their list!!! 
• Pura Vida a Tapas Spanish flair restaurant located in the Virginia Highlands is offering a $35 meal for 3 Tapas and 1 dessert for the 5:30PM and 7:30 seating if you go after 7:30 the price goes up $10.

On Atlanta Dish I  found another comprehensive list of Atlanta restaurants and Atlanta New Years Eve specials but only a few made the cut for being on a budget which included:

• Ecco:If plans call for ringing in the New Year with friends in Midtown, head over to European-inspired Ecco. On New Year’s Eve, guests can choose from the full regular menu or a special New Year’s Eve à la carte menu($3-$25). And don’t worry about missing out on the bubbly. “Bubble Boy” will be circulating the restaurant selling champagne tableside. (40 7th Street, NE; 404-347-9555.)
• Marlow’s Tavern has a New Year’s Eve plan that’s good for your economy and stimulates your appetite for good food and fun. The tavern’s $32 per-person, three-course prix fixe menu features some “Lobsters & Libations” selections as well as a complimentary glass of champagne. With six locations — all serving food until midnight — there’s a Marlow\’s location celebration near you. (Midtown at 950 West Peachtree Street, 404-815-0323; Vinings at 2355 Cumberland Parkway, 770-432-2526 check their website for all their other locations)

ATLANTA NEW YEARS EVE ENTERTAINMENT IDEAS:

A New Years Eve Guide that I found to be a great resource and guide for all the bars, lounge posted on a great site called  Favorite Things Atlanta

A few of the cheaper highlights:

• Thursday, December 31 is the  A New Year\’s Eve Unzipt at East Andrews. $15 to get in. DJ Dreams in the courtyard and Unzipt at Andrews Upstairs.
• Thursday, December 31 is New Year’s Eve with The Yonrico Scott Band and Laura Reed  for $20 in advance. Includes $2 Sweetwater 420, balloon drop and best dressed couple contest with prizes.

ATLANTA NEW YEARS EVE ENTERTAINMENT FOR KIDS:

I went straight to the mom source  Sue- From Field Trips with Sue to find out what to do with your kids this New Years Eve on a budget.

“My kids love New Year’s Eve. If we were in town, I’d definately take them to the Radio Disney Noon Year’s Eve party. They’ll have a big dance party, games, contests and prizes. At noon there is a balloon drop and cider toast.” 

What: Radio Disney                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Where: City of Smyrna Community Center
When: Dec. 31, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Cost: Free

Atlanta on The Cheap’s Jennifer  has some additional New Years money saving ideas for your family including Atlanta’s infamous Peach Drop.

“I feel cold just thinking about this event: I can’t believe it’s almost New Year’s Eve. As such, it’s time for Peach Drop 2010

There’s always plenty to do From noon-6:00 p.m., the family-friendly activities & entertainment at the Family Fun & Budding Peach Stage will keep the little ones entertained. You’ll see Stephanie Schecter, the Coastal Talent Kids Showcase, Taylor Reid, Joy Brooker, AZ1, and A’lise Holliday. At 6:00 p.m., the main stage gets underway with performances by Stellate, Ben Deignan, Sun Domingo, The WannaBeatles, and Morris Day & The Time.And of course, there’ll be a fireworks display, and the 800 pound peach will begin its descent just before the clock strikes midnight.

Bonus for those of you planning to ring in the New Year at Kenny’s Alley: The standard $2 entrance fee does NOT apply. In fact, they’re waving the fee through January 2, 2010.”

How are you going to be ringing in the New Year? Did you come across a great bargain to share with us? Leave a comment below and share.

As Christmas sadly comes to an end, we need a fun winter activity to lift our spirits. And I have great news for all of you.  Snow mountain opening day is today, December 26th.  I am looking forward to taking my nephews to hit the slopes/slides over their school holiday break. This is your chance to slide down Stone Mountain Park’s famous Laser Lawn on fresh powder! Snow Mountain’s signature tube racing attraction is a snow adventure for your entire family. There are two Mountain SnoLifts to get you up the 400 foot hill so you can reach the top of the mountain with out breaking a sweat. Don’t worry about bringing snow equipment, all you will need for your tubing fun is included in the price of admission. Ticket prices are $25 per adult/child. Click here to take a virtual tour of Snow Mountain.

Bargains In Buckhead has just completed our first televised appearance on CBS Atlanta News!  We shopped all over Buckhead to find fabulous and unique gifts under $50 for last minute shoppers who want to avoid the chaos of the malls.  We compiled a list below with all of the Buckhead Boutiques we featured on our news segment.   One of our favorite parts about blogging is to host a giveaway.  And the Boutiques of Buckhead have helped us out in a big way by providing us with lots of gift cards to give you to help you out in your holiday shopping.

THE FABULOUS $700 BOUTIQUE GIFT CARD HOLIDAY GIVE AWAY!!!

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There’s no better way to celebrate the holidays and get some exercise than on a Holiday Lights Bicycle Tour with Bicycle Tours of Atlanta.  Their Holiday Lights tour from December 18th to January 3rd is one of the most beautiful and unique tours around. And at 54% OFF todays rate is only $14 per person when you buy today’s Living Social Deal. By clicking on my Living Social Link you will get $5 Deal Bucks towards your first deal.  This deal is only valid today!

On the “Holiday Lights Bicycle Tour” you’ll enjoy a night time bike tour around the city’s most spectacular holiday lights display! You will see decorated Underground Atlanta, Woodruff Park, Fairlie Poplar and stroll through Centennial Park’s ‘Holiday in Lights’ extravaganza! The Park is transformed into a winter wonderland with thousands of lights that make up the dazzling display.

Learn about Atlanta’s history under the twinkling lights of the city and the brilliant Coca-Cola sign at Five Points. The evening will conclude with a complimentary cup of Hot Apple Cider and a tour of the majestic Georgian Terrace where you’ll see the downtown and midtown skylines on the rooftop patio of The Georgian Terrace.

Bicycles, helmets and bottled water will be provided. The tour is 5 miles long and will last approximately 2 hours with stops along the way.

Don’t worry if you can’t make the holiday tour, you can put the $30 value of your LivingSocial Deal to any other tour through November 2010!

Deal Location

Bicycle Tours of Atlanta

Create a new holiday tradition with a visit to Toyland!

The Westin Buckhead Atlanta and The Center for Puppetry Arts have come together to create a whimsical interactive family event. You and your toymaker-in-training work together to build and decorate a custom designed marionette followed by hot chocolate and freshly baked cookies by the fireplace.

Each session is limited to 16 attendees. Sessions are scheduled for 1pm and 3pm this Saturday December 18th, 2009.  I just signed up myself and my neice and their was still plenty of spaces in both sessions.

COST:

$15 for children and participating adults
$5 for non-participating adults

Pricing includes all art supplies to create your new toy, instruction by puppetry professionals, festive treats, two hours complimentary self parking and a 25% discount off of non-member admission to a Center of Puppetry Arts’ Family Series production.

Activity is recommended for children ages 3 – 11.  Children cannot be left unattended at the event.

Contact  404-365-0065 ask for Katherine Bryant to reserve your toymakers apron.

The Westin Buckhead Atlanta