Here's an extremely generous freebie for you: a free eight-load bottle of Method laundry detergent.

This one won't last long so if you're interested at all, act quickly.

Head over to the Method Facebook page to sign up.

The page is running a little slow so have patience. I was able to get through on my second try.

Your bottle of laundry detergent will arrive in four to six weeks.

This would be perfect to give to a college student or pack for a week's vacation at the beach.

If you'd like to start filling your mailbox with freebies and coupons in 2013, start the new year off right with this freebie from Propel Zero.

Head over to the Propel Facebook page to sign up for a free sample of Propel Zero On-the-Go. You must hit the like button before it will allow you to sign up.

Flavors include kiwi strawberry, lemon and grape.

The sample will show up in your mailbox in four to six weeks.

The gifts are purchased and you're feeling pretty good about holding the line on your holiday budget this year. But you still have one major Christmas chore to complete: the wrapping of the gifts.

It's a time-consuming venture, for certain. But it can also be expensive. And then there are the costs to the environment.

Last year, I wrote about how I used old maps, tattered sheet music and hand-sewn drawstring bags to wrap gifts. Click HERE to read about my frugal gift-wrapping ways and see photos of the finished projects. There's even a bow made out of expired coupons.

This year, I've got 10 more ideas for completely free gift wrap, which I found while browsing the virtual bulletin board Pinterest. (Click HERE if you'd like to access the links to these and other DIY gift-wrap projects.) All of these projects can be completed without spending a dime and they'll help you tread more lightly on the planet, a double play in my book.

You're on your own for the time involved.

Heads up, freebie lovers.

There's a new free sample available on the Target Sample Spot site.

Sign up HERE for a free sample of Maybelline's Dream Fresh Beauty Balm.

Wondering what that is?

The product is advertised to blur facial imperfections, even skin tone, hydrate and provide sun protection, among other things.

Before you spend your hard-earned money, try the free sample.

Thanks to everyone who entered the Chick-fil-A calendar giveaway and an extra thank you to folks who stopped by the Centsible Saver Facebook page to enter for a coupon for a free Peppermint Chocolate Chip milkshake.

The calendar winner, chosen using randomg.org, is:

Here's a generous offer for all you Starbucks fans.

Buy one holiday drink and get a second one for free.

The offer is good between 2 and 5 p.m. today through Sunday, Dec. 13-16.

Your drink choices are: Peppermint Mocha, Caramel Brulée Latte and Gingerbread Latte.

It's time for my second holiday giveaway of the week.

Today I'm giving away a brandnew copy of the "Collector's Edition" of Disney Pixar's Finding Nemo, which includes a Blu-Ray, a bonus Blu-Ray and a DVD version.

This would make a great gift for a kid on your shopping list. Or, perhaps as a donation to Toys for Tots or another charitable organization.

Along with the movie, the winner will receive breakfast for two at McDonald's in the form of coupons for two free coffees and two free breakfast sandwiches of your choice. The coupons are good at any McDonald's in North Carolina or South Carolina and are valid through the end of 2013.

Enter to win by leaving a comment or question on this post.

The giveaway ends at midnight Thursday, Dec. 13. I'll pick one winner using random.org.

Please be sure your newsobserver.com registration is up to date with a viable email address because that's how I will contact you.

As a bonus, head over to the Centsible Saver Facebook page,  become a fan if you haven't already and leave a comment there for a second chance to win a McDonald's breakfast for two.

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If you happened to miss Monday's post about my week's worth of holiday giveaways, head over HERE to read that post and enter to win a Chick-fil-A coupon calendar for 2013.

And be sure to check the blog the rest of the week for more giveaways, as I tidy my desk for the year and share all the swag I receive but can't keep.

Today only, Walmart is offering a free $10 digital gift card when you purchase a $100 digital card.

That's a 10 percent savings right off the top. So if you were planning on shopping Walmart anyway, this is a great deal.

Give a friend or family member a digital gift card from Redbox, and you'll receive one free movie rental for yourself.

Buy a $6 package of five one-day movie rentals and you'll receive an additional code for a free one-day DVD rental.

Redbox will email you the bonus code within 48 hours of your purchase.

Use your smartphone to score a free 5x7 photo from CVS.

Here's all you have to do:

1. Download the free CVS mobile app.

2. Upload a photo from your smartphone. (Think holiday gift when you're choosing.)