This Is The Secret Hack I Use To Save Even More On Black Friday

3 unexpectedly practical uses for cinnamon, the simplest pumpkin pie you’ll ever make, and more. November 20, 2021 [View Online]( TOGETHER WITH [Minted]( Good morning! If you’re like me and are already hard at work on your holiday shopping list, then you may want to pause before you hit that Checkout button again. In Today’s Good Thing, I’ll tell you about my secret weapon for saving even more on all my holiday shopping so that you can use it too. And in today’s Jillee’s Pick, I’m highlighting some of my favorite Thanksgiving-themed TV episodes and specials. Whether you binge watch them all this weekend (like I plan on doing) or spread them out between now and the big day, they’re sure to get you in a festive mood. Jillee DAYS UNTIL 🦃 Thanksgiving: 5 🕎 Hanukkah: 8 🎄Christmas: 35 🎊 New Years: 42 TODAY'S GOOD THING This Is The Secret Hack I Use To Save Even More On Black Friday [Photos of Jillee looking and her wallet and various gift items.]( I’ve been using this simple hack for years to save even more on all my Black Friday and holiday shopping. With Black Friday just a few days away, you probably have holiday shopping on your mind, and this year more of us than ever will be doing that shopping online. So what if I told you there’s an easy way to save even more on nearly all of your online holiday shopping? You’d want to know about it ASAP, right? Well, you’re in luck, because that’s exactly what I’ll be sharing with you today! I've simplified the process into one quick and easy hack that will have you earning money on every purchase with a single click. Get all the information you need (as well as useful screenshots, additional tips, and a look at my own cash back earnings) by following the link below. You won’t believe how much you can save, so don't click that next "Checkout" button until you've got this tip up your sleeve. [How To Save Even More On Your Holiday Shopping ➜]( Related • [13 Essential Tips for Black Friday Shopping Success]( • [7 Things That Will Make Holiday Shopping Less Stressful This Year]( ⚡️QUICK TIPS⚡️ • Baking powder and baking soda look similar and have things in common, but it’s important to know the difference. [Read more ➜]( • These 5 homemade gift ideas are as simple to execute as they are certain to be appreciated by friends and family. [Read more ➜]( • Uh oh—your phone’s dead and you need to charge it fast! Use these 7 tips to get the most charge in the least time. [Read more ➜]( COOKING Pumpkin Pie With An Easy, No-Cook Filling [Photos of pumpkin pie.]( If you’re on pie duty this year, don’t stress—this recipe is about to make your life a lot easier. When I first came across this recipe, it seemed so simple that I wasn’t entirely sure it would be any good. But to my delight, it was not only as easy as could be, but the filling was smooth, creamy, and not overly sweet. If you’re looking for a beginner-friendly pumpkin pie that doesn't sacrifice flavor, this is it! Here’s how to make it: To a mixing bowl, add 2 eggs, 16 ounces of canned pumpkin purée, 14 ounces of sweetened condensed milk, and 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice. Use a whisk or hand mixer to mix until well combined. Fit an unbaked pie crust into a 9” pie plate, trim the edges, and shape as desired. Place the pie plate on a baking sheet, then carefully pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared crust. Bake the pie at 425°F for 15 minutes, then lower the temperature to 350°F and continue baking until the filling is set, about 35-40 more minutes. Once the pie is done, allow it to cool completely before slicing and serving—preferably under a mountain of fresh whipped cream. [See The Full Recipe ➜]( TOGETHER WITH MINTED Cross “Order Holiday Cards” Off Your To-Do List Is it just me, or does the stretch from Halloween to Thanksgiving always seem to go by in a blink? While you'll have plenty of time to pick out a tree and blast your Christmas playlist after the turkey is carved, there’s one thing you may not want to put off: designing and mailing your [holiday cards](. Now is the perfect time to do just that with [Minted](. Their holiday photo cards are designed by independent artists, making them not just beautiful, but truly unique. No matter what design you choose, your personalized holiday cards are certain to impress. Minted is offering [20% off holiday cards]( when you choose recycled paper and 15% off all holiday cards through November 23 with the code HOLIDAYJOY. With free custom envelopes and free recipient addressing too, designing, ordering, and sending out holiday cards has never been so easy. [Start On Your Holiday Cards Today ➜]( [Start On Your Holiday Cards Today ➜]( Supporting our sponsors makes it possible for me to continue sharing the tips and tricks that make your life easier! [Check out Minted]( for unique stationary, custom gifts, and art designed by independent artists. - Thank you! UNUSUAL USES 3 Surprisingly Practical Uses For Cinnamon [Photos of various uses for cinnamon.]( Whether in ground or stick form, cinnamon can be just as useful outside the kitchen. 1. Make Place Settings. You can make festive place cards for a nice dinner in seconds using cinnamon sticks. Just make a small name card for each person who will be attending, then slide the bottom of each card into the crevice along the center of a cinnamon stick. It’s easy, looks great, and smells even better. 2. Repel Moths. You can use a combination of cinnamon and other spices to help repel moths so they don't harm your clothes. Fill a small sachet with a cinnamon stick, 1 tablespoon of black peppercorns, and 1 tablespoon of whole cloves. Tie it off and place the sachet in your closet or dresser drawers. 3. Erase Scuffs And Scratches. You can use ground cinnamon to erase scuff marks and scratches on your wooden furniture. Just rub a pinch of ground cinnamon on the scuffed area and watch it disappear! (Okay, it won’t actually disappear, but the cinnamon will disguise the damage by matching the color of the wood.) JILLEE'S PICK My Top 4 Thanksgiving TV Episodes And Specials [Still photos from ]( Friends, Season 5 Episode 8: “The One With All the Thanksgivings” (1998) The friends spend the holiday at Monica’s telling stories about their worst Thanksgivings. Monica’s story about accidentally cutting off Chandler’s toe leads to Chandler’s accidental revelation that he’s in love with her, which makes this episode a classic Friends mixture of funny and heartfelt. Where To Stream It: HBO Max Cheers, Season 5 Episode 9: “Thanksgiving Orphans” (1986) Dave and I rarely missed an episode of Cheers in the ‘80s, including this one. The gang have nowhere to go for Thanksgiving, so Carla agrees to host a potluck. While waiting on Norm’s very slow turkey, a hilarious argument over which direction to turn the TV devolves into a memorable food fight. Where To Stream It: Hulu or Paramount+ Happy Days, Season 6 Episode 12: “The First Thanksgiving” (1978) Mrs. C cooks while the men watch football, until she marches in, unplugs the TV, and chides them for forgetting the meaning of the holiday. Marion tells them the story of the first Thanksgiving while the rest of the characters act it out (including Fonzie on a wooden “motorcycle” with two lovely pilgrim lasses). Where To Stream It: I could only find Season 2 streaming on Paramount+. Bummer! A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (1973) Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Woodstock, and Linus prepare a “Friendsgiving” feast in Charlie Brown’s backyard of toast, popcorn, pretzel sticks, and jelly beans. In one of my favorite scenes, Linus leads the group in prayer and tells the story of the first Thanksgiving. It's a sentimental favorite of mine! Where To Stream It: Apple TV+ REMEMBER WHEN The “Sweet Little Game” Of Candy Land [A photo of a Candy Land game box from the 1960s.]( Candy Land is the first game I can remember playing as a kid, which is fitting, considering that early versions of the game advertised it as “Your Child’s First Game” right on the box. I think the colorful trail that winds through the Candy Land's delicious landmarks must have inspired my lifelong love of colorful games with simple rules! The game of Candy Land was first published by Milton Bradley in 1949. It was created the year before by a retired teacher named Eleanor Abbott, who wanted to make a game that could be played by the children in the polio ward at the San Diego hospital where she was also being treated for polio. Not only was Candy Land an immediate hit for Milton Bradley, but it remains one of the most popular children's games today. Around 1 million copies are still sold every year, indicating that Candy Land is still the first game many kids learn to play. I love that playing Candy Land is a childhood experience that spans generations! While my adult kids have moved on to increasingly complex board games in recent years (one of their current favorites, Scythe, involves so many boards, cards, and pieces that it barely fits on our sizable dining table!), I’d still prefer a trip around the Gumdrop Mountains and through the Molasses Swamp any day of the week! A FEW MORE THINGS... Run, Run Rudolph: With global shipping and delivery disruptions showing no signs of letting up, you don't want to wait any longer to get your holiday cards ordered. Make the process fast and easy with Minted, plus [get 20% off holiday cards]( on recycled paper with the code HOLIDAYJOY.* On This Day: In 1820, the whaling ship [Essex]( was attacked and sunk by an 85-foot sperm whale thousands of miles off the coast of South America. Though the 20-man crew survived the attack, only 8 remained when they were rescued after months of dehydration, exposure, and even cannibalism. The attack provided much of the inspiration for Herman Melville’s classic 1851 novel Moby Dick. A Festive Parade: This evening, Grand Marshals Mickey and Minnie Mouse will lead America’s largest evening holiday parade at the 30th Annual Magnificent Mile Lights Festival in Chicago. The parade will be broadcast around the US and Canada on various dates throughout the holiday season—[find out when the parade will air near you here](. *Sponsored by Minted. What did you think of today's email? [Not good]( | [Just okay]( | [Loved it!]( 🏠[Visit the By Jillee Shop]( 🤗 [Join OGT Free]( Let's connect! [facebook]( [instagram]( [pinterest]( [youtube]( If you have thoughts, comments, questions or a tip or trick you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you! My inbox is always open, so just hit "reply" and let me know what's on your mind. See you tomorrow! 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