Decorated Composition Books

http://www.makeandtakes.com/decorated-composition-notebooks-for-back-to-school

A simple composition notebook... it is a blessing to a child as a school supply even in its plain form, and a gift I love to include in an Operation Christmas Child shoebox.

But, I LOVE the idea of making it beautiful... imagine instead of a plain one, sending something lovely for a lovely child. Something like this...

http://herestohandyandy.blogspot.com/2012/11/personalized-notebooks.html

There are many sites giving how to instructions for variations on this idea. If you want a thorough video explanation you might enjoy this one. 






This idea could be done with many variations for a boy or a girl.

I think when I do them, I would like to include a Bible verse and inscription on the inside cover. :)

Some people add stamps to various pages as well in the corners. That could be a nice touch as well. 

Delivering the 100 Millionth Shoebox!

You can follow the journey of this shoebox on youtube.. search for more videos but here it is .. the distribution!

Dollar Tree Deals

Found these deals over at fabulouslyfrugal.com (Lots of deals there for EVERYTHING not just for our shoeboxes)

Aquafresh Iso-active Whitening Toothpaste $1.00, regular price
Use $1.00/1 – Aquafresh Iso-active Whitening Toothpaste – (aquafresh.com)
Final Price: Free 

Bic Cristal Pens, 10 ct $1.00, regular price
Use $1.00/1 – Any Bic Stationery Product, coupon may not be combined with any other offer – (facebook.com)
Final Price: Free

Reach Waxed Floss, 55 yds $1.00, regular price
Use $1.00/2 – Reach Floss Products – (reachbrand.com)
Final Price: $0.50 each, when you buy 2
(Some stores are not taking coupons on off 2 or more.... so not sure about our klamath store.) 

 

Rite Aid Deal on Pears Soap

Pears Transparent Soap Bars, 3 ct $3.29, regular price
$1.00 Off through 12/29 Sale
Buy 1, Receive $2.00 +Up Reward through 12/29, Limit 4
Pay $2.29, Receive $2.00 +Up Reward
Final Price: $0.29 

found this deal through fabulouslyfrugal.com

Please Pray for the Philippines

A typhoon hit there on Tues., and hundreds are dead, many more still missing. Homes and churches and schools and communities are destroyed. People are hurting, afraid, and in need. And now, the typhoon is turning BACK to the Philippines. This nation is our area of prayer emphasis, and many of our shoeboxes go there. Please lift up the people of this nation as they deal with this massive catastrophe. If you want to learn more: http://www.cnn.com/2012/12/08/world/asia/philippines-typhoon/ and http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2012/12/08/philippine-typhoon-rescue-bataan/1755347/

A Dream Comes True

Our shoeboxes have been packed and prayed over...... in some ways our part is over.... but the journey of the shoebox is just beginning... and God's work continues in mighty ways in your small gift! Your box contains laughter, and hope, and joy, and love, and maybe a miracle!

This is a new to me video from Australia OCC.... enjoy... and rejoice!

Webkinz

Webkinz, for those of you who do not know, are plush animals that come with a code that allows for online play in Webkinz World. Graveyard Mall has them for a rock bottom price. If you know someone who would like to play online, then you could give THEM the codes and send the plush in a shoebox! Win Win.

My children used to love Webkinz years back.... but they never really cared about the plush, just the game. The child who receives the shoebox would surely be blessed by the high quality plush and a child you know would love the online, safe, child-friendly game site.

These plush are a bit on the big side for the shoeboxes but they DO work well. (Lil Kinz if you ever see them are the PERFECT size for the shoeboxes.)


Check them out at http://www.graveyardmall.com/webkinz/

Come and see what the Lord has done!

Have you seen the movie End of the Spear? It's amazing what Mincaye now does to help others!

It's amazing to see the ripples of God's work and word and love going forth!!! Each shoebox is a gospel opportunity. Each one has the potential to multiply outward... lives transformed... over 100 MILLION as of this year!

Joy to the World and a glimpse into the Processing Center

Well, our boxes have been lovingly packed and prayed over... and they were then sent on to the Processing Centers around the nation. And they begin the next phase of their journey. And now.. JOY TO THE WORLD!

Printable Coupons

I don't know of match up deals to make for free toothbrushes or soap but these printable coupons are good ones and should help make for some great deals.

$2 off of 2 Reach toothbrushes http://troxvd.cpns.cc/

$2 off of 2 Dial 8 packs of soap. http://pcywtt.cpns.cc/

I will let you know if I find a deal to match these with. These could well yield free or almost free toothbrushes. And I LOVE collecting free items for the shoeboxes!