Month: November 2014

Halloween has past, but things may be getting real scary, especially if you don’t like freezing!  Cold weather is not only frightening, it’s bone chilling, literally. Temperatures across the US have already started to drop and tonight it was super windy in the Midwest.  Right now what’s happening is a typhoon is curving away from Asia, this is causing the jet stream to move farther to the east across the Pacific and into North America, according to AccuWeather meteorologist, Brett Anderson. The polar vortex may be back again, this time – in November.
According to a report in USAToday today, it looks like next view days in the plains, Minneapolis, Chicago, and St. Louis you’ll be seeing highs in the 30s! 30s! And that’s Fahrenheit! What will you do to prepare for tis upcoming cold weather – aka polar vortex?
Get ready for this winter with these deals on DealDash’s entertainment auctions! If you live in any of the areas that are predicted to be below freezing in the next few days you really need to invest in cold weather gear. Here are a few must have winter items:
Heat: Fireplaces & Infrared Heaters
Sumner Corner Media Fireplace, Brown
Create a warm space and a great TV stand all in one!
The electric fireplace element provides heat for spaces up to 400 square feet. The console accommodates most flat panel TVs up to 45 inches. The removable corner shelf makes this unit the perfect, customizable solution for your space! Sumner Corner Media Fireplace, Brown: 1500W heater Heats up to 400 sq ft Flame or flameless heat operation Easy-to-use on/off heater control Fits most flat screen TVs up to 45″ up to 100 lbs Removable corner connector shelf Removable media compartment door – See more at: Media Fireplace Deals .
Time to bring out your winter clothes. Need a new jacket? Check out these awesome Thermoball down jackets from North Face. They’re lightweight and when paired with a fleece midlayer will keep the cold wind off you and keep you warm.
These retail for anywhere between $150-200. Save money by purchasing a North Face Thermoball jacket on Amazon.com with gift card deals that you win on DealDash.com:

Now that you know about ways to save money on staying warm be sure you know what to do and can save money when it comes time to remove snow from your sidewalks and driveway.
Another thing you can get on Amazon with gift cards you win via penny auction are these window insulation kits. Make sure you buy enough for every window in your house so you can save money on heating costs this winter. Check out these snowblower deals on DealDash to save money this winter when it comes time and hopefully you’ll win and receive all of this stuff before the polar vortex hits!For

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Right now DealDash is offering “free auction wins” during a weeklong free Christmas gift promotion. From time to time DealDash.com will offer free auctions, but are they really free, and what does it mean if an auction is free?
If you go to www.dealdash.com right now you will see the word free, both on ended an upcoming auctions. Notice on the ended auctions the final auction price. Which if you are not familiar with the way this entertainment/penny auction operates, the first item below – the iPad’s final end price would be $316.47. 31,647 bids were placed by all bidders in the auction for the iPad Air 2 128GB Wi-Fi. The final auction end price is determined by three factors:
1.) Each bid placed in an auction costs the bidder 1 bid from their bidding account and the auction price -increases by $0.01 with each bid placed. Bids are not free. They are purchased in bid packs and are $0.60 – unless there’s a bid pack sale.
2.) The final auction price is a culmination of bids that were placed by multiple bidders.
3.) The final end price is the price the winner would pay, in addition to bids already placed, to get the won item.
So – if it wasn’t for the current free auctions on DealDash this week the iPad Air’s end price $316.47 would be what winning bidder allegators3 has to pay in addition to bids already spent. Shipping is free!
You can check out recently ended auctions on DealDash by going to DealDash.com/winners.
 So, make sense? If an auction says it’s free the winner really didn’t get it for totally free of charge, unless the winner’s bids were all free. See how to get free bids on DealDash.com if you’re interested in finding out how to get free bids!
So it’s really a great deal if you can win an auction with just a few bids and then not have to pay the end price. Sometimes the end prices tack  on a bit more money to the cost of winning an auction!
Do you bid on DealDash? What will you be giving for gifts this Christmas?
 

Not sure what to add to your Christmas gift lists? Save money on the 10 best Christmas gifts of 2014 by winning and bidding on these penny auctions on DealDash.com.
1. The Best Headphones
Anyone who enjoys listening to their favorite tunes has got to have a pair of Beats by Dr. Dre! Did you now that you could win these for significantly less than retail? One recently ended for $17.45 on DealDash – that’s quite a bit less than the $380 price tag! Rock out to your favorite songs with these Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Studio Wireless 900-00183-01 headphones that feature a Beats Acoustic Engine and DSP software for enhanced clarity. ANC (Adaptive Noise Cancellation) allows you to focus on your tunes!
 

2. Best Digital Camera
Canon EOS Rebel T3i DSLR Camera  – Want to break into photography but need something a little bit better than your cameraphone or iPhone? This Canon EOS Rebel T3i is a super powerful little DSLR that will be sure to capture thousands of amazing shots of your friends and families this holiday season. Pack it along on your Christmas or Spring vacation and snap timeless pictures of faraway places! Save money on this awesome DSLR when you win it with bids on DealDash for less than retail! 
3. The Best Coffee Maker for 1 or 10!
Keurig 2 with Brewing System & Carafe is a new an improved Keurig system that allows you to brew 1-cup or multiple cups with the included carafe!  4. Best New Gaming Console
Nintendo Wii U + Wii mini   is a perfect gift for your spouse, friends or children this Christmas!  Wii Mini is a compact gaming system that is compatible with nearly 1,400 disc-based games including Super Mario Galaxy, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, Metroid Prime 3, Super Smash Bros, Brawl and so much more!  To bid on the Nintendo Wii Mini sign up on DealDash.com.

5. Save money on travel! With these awesome deals on American Airlines Gift Cards
Looking for the perfect gift idea for a loved one with wanderlust? Up to eight gift cards may be redeemed per reservation toward the purchase of tickets to hundreds of exciting destinations throughout the world. And, with no expiration date or fees,
6. Give the gift of choice with gift cards!
Everyone loves being able to choose their own Christmas gifts. Give the gift of gift cards this holiday season. DealDash has countless auctions for deals on gift cards to Bed Bath & Beyond, Toys R Us, Amazon.com, Dillard’s, Macy’s, CVS, Home Depot, and more! Check out these auctions for deals on gift cards.

7. Chill your favorite wine to gift to your loved ones with this wine cooler fridge.

8. Give the gift of a clean home with high tech Dyson vacuum cleaners.
9. Omaha Steaks!   One of the best Christmas gifts this season is Heartland Quality – Fresh cuts of Omaha Steaks delivered straight to your loved ones door!

10. iPad Air 2 / Samsung Galaxy tablets are fun gifts for all ages! Stay in touch with loved ones with apps like FaceTime and Skype, send e-mails easily too! Give the gift of a brand new tablet!

What will you bid on and give for Christmas this year? Tell us in the comments below! Good luck!
 

Oh the smell of fresh baked bread right out of the breadmaker! Spread your favorite jam, butters, honey on hot baked bread that you can make at home easily! How would you like to have fresh baked bread for years to come for less than $1…?! That’s how much this recently ended auction for a Cuisinart bread maker sold for: $0.31 – 31 bids total spent by all bidders, less than 31 bids were spent by the winning bidder flud71.

 
This same Cuisinart bread maker that’s offered on DealDash via penny auction has a buy it now price of $173.
“Cuisinart Bread Maker Everybody loves homemade bread, but not everybody has time to make it. Now Cuisinart does it for you! Our versatile Bread Maker offers a variety of crust colors and loaf sizes, and 12 preprogrammed menu options. Foolproof recipes include low carb and gluten-free breads, as well as jams and sauces. With a convenient 13-hour Delay Start Timer, that wonderful aroma of just-baked bread can be waiting for you when you walk in the door. What’s Included Cuisinart Bread Maker Measuring cup, measuring spoon Recipe book Owner’s manual Product Features 12 preprogrammed menu options, 3 crust colors and 3 loaf sizes offer over 100 choices Cuisinart-quality technology promises superior crust, color and texture Classic lines, embossed logo, and large, sturdy stay-cool handles Removable lid with viewing window 15-minute Pause Bake-Only option 13-Hour Delay Start Timer Power Failure Backup.”
Click here to get alerted to when the next auction for deals on a Cuisinart Bread Maker!
Check out my favorite recipe for Bread Machine Baguettes!

• 1 c water, at room temperature
• 2 3/4 c bread flour
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 tsp bread machine yeast
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 tbsp water

1. Add first five ingredients to your bread machine, using the order recommended by your machine’s manufacturer. In most machines, that means you’ll add the liquids first, then the dry ingredients, and finish with the yeast. I always like to sprinkle the bread flour evenly over the water, creating a floating barrier so that the other dry ingredients don’t slip into the liquid. I also like to dig a little well in my dry ingredients to hold the yeast.
2. Run your machines Dough/Manual cycle.
3. Grease a large mixing bowl with a small amount of vegetable oil. When your machine has completed it’s Dough/Manual cycle, remove dough ball with floured hands and place in mixing bowl. Turn dough over so that both sides get greased. Cover bowl and allow to rise someplace warm for about 30 minutes.
4. Punch down dough. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 16 x 12 inch rectangle (this does not need to be exact). Cut rectangle in half to make two 8 x 12 rectangles. Roll up the 12 inch side of each rectangle to create your baguette shape. Pinch the seam closed and taper the ends.
5. Place your shaped loaves on a greased cookie sheet. With a paring knife, make diagonal cuts on the top of the loaves, one every 3 inches or so. Cover baguettes and allow to rise someplace warm for about 30 minutes, or until doubled.
6. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a small bowl, beat together egg yolk and tablespoon water. Brush egg mixture over baguettes. Bake 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown. Cool on a rack at least 12 hours, or overnight. Baguettes are ready when they’ve developed a nice, hard crust.
Source: Betty Crocker Best Bread Machine Cookbook 

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