If you're new to shopping with coupons, click HERE.
If you want to learn more about shopping at Walgreens, click HERE.
{Items highlighted in blue indicate that the coupon matchup uses the most recent Sunday coupons or currently available printable coupons.}
Freebies:
Zantac, 24 or 30 count
$8.99
Earns $8.99 Register Reward
$5 Printable coupon HERE
Final Price: FREE plus $5 overage (!)
Vaseline Sheer Infusion Lotion
$6.99
Earns $6.99 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
$1.50 Printable coupons HERE and HERE
Final Price: FREE plus $1.50 overage!
Gillette Fusion MVP Razor
$8.99
Earns $6 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
$4 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/27 P&G insert
Final Price: FREE plus $1 overage!
Chapstick Fresh Effects
$2.99
Earns $2.99 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
Final Price: FREE
Emergen-C Immune System, 2-pk.
$3.49
Earns $3.49 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
Final Price: FREE
Hall's Refresh Sugar Free, 20 ct.
$1
Earns $1 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
Final Price: FREE
Robitussin DM To-Go, 2-pk.
$2.49
Earns $2.49 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
Final Price: FREE
Maybe's:
Select Theraflu and Triaminic are on sale and part of a Register Reward deal. If you get the coupons on 10/18 and you have the "Healthy Savings Booklet" and the "Children's Activity Booklet", you might actually have a moneymaker!
Sunday, October 18, 2009
CVS (October 18th-24th)
If you're new to shopping with coupons, click HERE.
If you want to learn more about shopping at CVS, click HERE.
{Items highlighted in blue indicate that the coupon matchup uses the most recent Sunday coupons or currently available printable coupons.}
Freebies:
Glade Fragrance Collection 4-10 oz. Candle or Reed Diffuser
$6.99
Earns $6.99 Extra Bucks (LIMIT 1)
$3 Manufacturer's coupon from 10/4 SmartSource insert
Final Price: FREE plus $3 Overage!
Maybe's:
Spend $25 on select P&G products, get Transformers 2:Revenge of the Fallen for $9.99.
Various coupons in 9/27 & 10/11 P&G inserts
If you want to learn more about shopping at CVS, click HERE.
{Items highlighted in blue indicate that the coupon matchup uses the most recent Sunday coupons or currently available printable coupons.}
Freebies:
Glade Fragrance Collection 4-10 oz. Candle or Reed Diffuser
$6.99
Earns $6.99 Extra Bucks (LIMIT 1)
$3 Manufacturer's coupon from 10/4 SmartSource insert
Final Price: FREE plus $3 Overage!
Maybe's:
Spend $25 on select P&G products, get Transformers 2:Revenge of the Fallen for $9.99.
Various coupons in 9/27 & 10/11 P&G inserts
Friday, October 16, 2009
Tip of the Day: October 16th
I guess I didn't plan this out very well, but I am putting a hold on the daily tips for a bit. Hubs is starting a vacation from work tomorrow, and I will either be going out of town, working on the house, or just lovin' on my family a little more.
I will try very hard to keep the coupon matchups up-to-date.
I'll also be revisiting some frugal fashion at a later date.
So today's tip: IT IS OK TO TAKE A BREAK! :D
I will try very hard to keep the coupon matchups up-to-date.
I'll also be revisiting some frugal fashion at a later date.
So today's tip: IT IS OK TO TAKE A BREAK! :D
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Coupon Preview for October 18th
This week holds 2 inserts: 1 SmartSource and 1 Red Plum.
It may not be a great week for our region, but I'm really hoping we get these:
.50 Birdseye or Steamfresh frozen veggies (Would be .19 @ Brookshire's with this Q!)
Theraflu and Triaminic coupons for a Walgreens deal
Buy One Get One FREE Trident Layers Gum
$1 off any Valley Fresh Chicken product
.75 off Breyer's Ice Cream (I feel weak already...)
You can view the entire preview HERE.
It may not be a great week for our region, but I'm really hoping we get these:
.50 Birdseye or Steamfresh frozen veggies (Would be .19 @ Brookshire's with this Q!)
Theraflu and Triaminic coupons for a Walgreens deal
Buy One Get One FREE Trident Layers Gum
$1 off any Valley Fresh Chicken product
.75 off Breyer's Ice Cream (I feel weak already...)
You can view the entire preview HERE.
Kroger (October 14th-20th)
My Kroger stores are part of the Delta region. Advertisements run from Wednesday thru Tuesday.
You do need a "Kroger Plus Card" for most sale prices. The card is free and can be obtained at the customer service desk.
My Kroger stores DOUBLE manufacturer's coupons up to and including 60 cents everyday. Up to 8 like coupons will double per transaction, all others will be redeemed at face value. Kroger DOES accept legitimate internet coupons.
Kroger also particpates in programs that offer electronic coupons that automatically deduct at the cash register when you use your Kroger Plus Card. Sign up at Shortcuts, Cellfire, and PGEsaver to load coupons to your card.
Kroger has a "Scan Rite" guarantee. If the item does not ring up correctly, you get it free. See customer service desk for details.
Kroger gives you .03 credit per reusable bag.
{Items highlighted in blue indicate that the coupon matchup uses the most recent Sunday coupons or currently available printable coupons.}
Here are the deals:
Starkist Chunk Light Tuna Pouch
$1
.50 Printable coupon HERE and HERE (Play the sweepstakes game to get to coupon)
Final Price: FREE
BumbleBee Tuna Pouches
$1
$1 Printable coupon HERE
Final Price: FREE
Zatarain's Rice Dinners
$1
.75 off 2 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/13 Red Plum insert
Final Price: .63 each
Mega Event: Buy 10 participating items, Get $5 off your order instantly! Must purchase in increments of 10. I am only including items with coupons matches, so see store/ad for more items included.
Healthy Choice Frozen Entrees
$2.37
$2 Printable coupon HERE
.50 Mega Sale discount
Final Price: FREE plus overage
Green Giant Valley Fresh Steamers
$1.99
.50 Printable coupon HERE and HERE
.40 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/13 SmartSource/General Mills insert
.50 Mega Sale discount
Final Price: .49-.69
Marie Callendar's Frozen Entrees
$2.37
.75 Printable coupon HERE
.50 Mega Sale discount
Final Price: $1.37
Boston Market Frozen Entrees
$2.27
$1 off 3 Printable coupon HERE
.50 Mega Sale discount
Final Price: $1.44
Totino's Pizza Rolls, 40 ct.
$3.79
.40 off 2 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/13 SmartSource/General Mills insert
.50 Mega Sale discount
Final Price: $2.89
Freschetta Frozen Pizza
$4.99
$1 Printable coupon HERE
.50 Mega Sale discount
Final Price: $3.49
Contessa Skillet Meals
$5.49
$1.50 off 2 Printable coupon HERE
.50 Mega Sale discount
Final Price: $4.24
You do need a "Kroger Plus Card" for most sale prices. The card is free and can be obtained at the customer service desk.
My Kroger stores DOUBLE manufacturer's coupons up to and including 60 cents everyday. Up to 8 like coupons will double per transaction, all others will be redeemed at face value. Kroger DOES accept legitimate internet coupons.
Kroger also particpates in programs that offer electronic coupons that automatically deduct at the cash register when you use your Kroger Plus Card. Sign up at Shortcuts, Cellfire, and PGEsaver to load coupons to your card.
Kroger has a "Scan Rite" guarantee. If the item does not ring up correctly, you get it free. See customer service desk for details.
Kroger gives you .03 credit per reusable bag.
{Items highlighted in blue indicate that the coupon matchup uses the most recent Sunday coupons or currently available printable coupons.}
Here are the deals:
Starkist Chunk Light Tuna Pouch
$1
.50 Printable coupon HERE and HERE (Play the sweepstakes game to get to coupon)
Final Price: FREE
BumbleBee Tuna Pouches
$1
$1 Printable coupon HERE
Final Price: FREE
Zatarain's Rice Dinners
$1
.75 off 2 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/13 Red Plum insert
Final Price: .63 each
Mega Event: Buy 10 participating items, Get $5 off your order instantly! Must purchase in increments of 10. I am only including items with coupons matches, so see store/ad for more items included.
Healthy Choice Frozen Entrees
$2.37
$2 Printable coupon HERE
.50 Mega Sale discount
Final Price: FREE plus overage
Green Giant Valley Fresh Steamers
$1.99
.50 Printable coupon HERE and HERE
.40 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/13 SmartSource/General Mills insert
.50 Mega Sale discount
Final Price: .49-.69
Marie Callendar's Frozen Entrees
$2.37
.75 Printable coupon HERE
.50 Mega Sale discount
Final Price: $1.37
Boston Market Frozen Entrees
$2.27
$1 off 3 Printable coupon HERE
.50 Mega Sale discount
Final Price: $1.44
Totino's Pizza Rolls, 40 ct.
$3.79
.40 off 2 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/13 SmartSource/General Mills insert
.50 Mega Sale discount
Final Price: $2.89
Freschetta Frozen Pizza
$4.99
$1 Printable coupon HERE
.50 Mega Sale discount
Final Price: $3.49
Contessa Skillet Meals
$5.49
$1.50 off 2 Printable coupon HERE
.50 Mega Sale discount
Final Price: $4.24
Brookshire's (October 14th-20th)
As part of The Grocery Gathering at BeCentsAble, I report on the Brookshire’s weekly advertisement.
You do need a Brookshire’s “Thank You” card for most sale prices. The card is free and can be obtained at the customer service desk.
Brookshire’s locations in Central Mississippi are currently TRIPLING manufacturer’s coupons up to and including 60 cents. Only one of each kind of coupon will TRIPLE, all others will be redeemed at face value. According to policy, coupons that say "Do Not Double or Triple" will be redeemed at face value only. Internet coupons up to $1.99 will be accepted.
Brookshire's also has a "Priced Right Guarantee", meaning if your item doesn't ring up correctly, you get it FREE (Excludes Dairy, Tobacco, & Alcohol). Don't address this at the cash register. Go to Customer Service after your transaction.
Brookshire's gives you .05 credit per reusable bag.
{Items highlighted in blue indicate that the coupon matchup uses the most recent Sunday coupons or currently available printable coupons.}
Here are the deals:
Betty Crocker Warm Delights, Selected varieties
$1.50
.50 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/13 & 10/4 General Mills inserts
.50 Printable coupon HERE (Says "Do Not Double or Triple")
Final Price: as low as FREE
Green Giant Boxed Frozen Vegetables
$1
.50 off 2 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/13 General Mills insert
.60 off 3 Manufacturer's coupon form 10/4 General Mills insert
.50 off 2 Printable coupon HERE (Says "Do Not Double or Triple")
Final Price: as low as .25 each
General Mills Granola Bars
$2.50
.40 & .50 Manufacturer's coupons from 9/13 & 10/4 General Mills inserts
.40 Printable coupons HERE (Says "Do Not Double or Triple")
Final Price: as low as $1
Bridgford Frozen Rolls
$2
.55 Printable coupon HERE (I do not know if this coupon doubles or triples)
Final Price: .35 or $1.45
Pilgrim's Pride Whole Chicken
.79 per pound
.55 Printable coupon HERE
Final Price: varies by weight
Brookshire's is currently running a "Shop & Save" promotion. You can earn a coupon for up to 20% off your next TOTAL purchase. See ad for details. Running total spent is based on PRE-COUPON prices. I have only spent about $15 out of pocket and I have $145 toward my total spent.
You do need a Brookshire’s “Thank You” card for most sale prices. The card is free and can be obtained at the customer service desk.
Brookshire’s locations in Central Mississippi are currently TRIPLING manufacturer’s coupons up to and including 60 cents. Only one of each kind of coupon will TRIPLE, all others will be redeemed at face value. According to policy, coupons that say "Do Not Double or Triple" will be redeemed at face value only. Internet coupons up to $1.99 will be accepted.
Brookshire's also has a "Priced Right Guarantee", meaning if your item doesn't ring up correctly, you get it FREE (Excludes Dairy, Tobacco, & Alcohol). Don't address this at the cash register. Go to Customer Service after your transaction.
Brookshire's gives you .05 credit per reusable bag.
{Items highlighted in blue indicate that the coupon matchup uses the most recent Sunday coupons or currently available printable coupons.}
Here are the deals:
Betty Crocker Warm Delights, Selected varieties
$1.50
.50 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/13 & 10/4 General Mills inserts
.50 Printable coupon HERE (Says "Do Not Double or Triple")
Final Price: as low as FREE
Green Giant Boxed Frozen Vegetables
$1
.50 off 2 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/13 General Mills insert
.60 off 3 Manufacturer's coupon form 10/4 General Mills insert
.50 off 2 Printable coupon HERE (Says "Do Not Double or Triple")
Final Price: as low as .25 each
General Mills Granola Bars
$2.50
.40 & .50 Manufacturer's coupons from 9/13 & 10/4 General Mills inserts
.40 Printable coupons HERE (Says "Do Not Double or Triple")
Final Price: as low as $1
Bridgford Frozen Rolls
$2
.55 Printable coupon HERE (I do not know if this coupon doubles or triples)
Final Price: .35 or $1.45
Pilgrim's Pride Whole Chicken
.79 per pound
.55 Printable coupon HERE
Final Price: varies by weight
Brookshire's is currently running a "Shop & Save" promotion. You can earn a coupon for up to 20% off your next TOTAL purchase. See ad for details. Running total spent is based on PRE-COUPON prices. I have only spent about $15 out of pocket and I have $145 toward my total spent.
McDade's Market (October 14th-20th)
***I wanted to add that I have been extremely impressed with the level of customer service I'm finding at McDade's. Managers have gone out of their way to please me by substituting items that were out of stock and still taking the original coupons for the out of stock item. I didn't even request that--they suggested it!***
McDade's doubles coupons up to and including 60 cents. They do take Internet Printable Coupons, as well.
No loyalty/membership card is required for sale prices.
Here are the deals:
Act II Popcorn, Selected varieties 3-pk
$1.25
.40 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/20 SmartSource insert
Final Price: .45
Bar-S Franks, 12 oz.
.79
$1 off 2 Printable coupon HERE
Final Price: .29 each
There are lots of good deals this week on meat and produce. You can view their ad HERE.
McDade's doubles coupons up to and including 60 cents. They do take Internet Printable Coupons, as well.
No loyalty/membership card is required for sale prices.
Here are the deals:
Act II Popcorn, Selected varieties 3-pk
$1.25
.40 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/20 SmartSource insert
Final Price: .45
Bar-S Franks, 12 oz.
.79
$1 off 2 Printable coupon HERE
Final Price: .29 each
There are lots of good deals this week on meat and produce. You can view their ad HERE.
Tip of the Day: October 15th
If I can get an item for FREE or I get paid to buy it, I'M BUYING IT!
Even if it's something me family won't use, I can donate it.
Pet items (and your newspapers) can go to pet shelters.
Diabetic testing supplies can go to retirement homes or homeless shelters.
Health & Beauty items can go to a shelter for abused women and children.
Diapers and baby products can go to a home for unwed mothers.
Gum, hard candy, drink mixes, crackers, granola bars, etc., can be sent to the troops.
As for my ridiculous collection of air fresheners, I'll be selling them at my garage sale.
Even if it's something me family won't use, I can donate it.
Pet items (and your newspapers) can go to pet shelters.
Diabetic testing supplies can go to retirement homes or homeless shelters.
Health & Beauty items can go to a shelter for abused women and children.
Diapers and baby products can go to a home for unwed mothers.
Gum, hard candy, drink mixes, crackers, granola bars, etc., can be sent to the troops.
As for my ridiculous collection of air fresheners, I'll be selling them at my garage sale.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Tip of the Day: October 14th
There is a difference between stockpiling and hoarding. Especially when it comes to food items with a limited shelf life.
Sometimes there's a fine line and sometimes it's pretty obvious. And it differs for everyone based on their needs.
You can add another column to your Price List and write down how much of that item your family uses in a month and go from there.
You may think buying 25 boxes of mac & cheese is ridiculous if your family only uses one box a month. If my kids eat it 4 or more times a week, that'll only last 6 weeks. (Am I being a little transaparent here? hehe...)
Sometimes there's a fine line and sometimes it's pretty obvious. And it differs for everyone based on their needs.
You can add another column to your Price List and write down how much of that item your family uses in a month and go from there.
You may think buying 25 boxes of mac & cheese is ridiculous if your family only uses one box a month. If my kids eat it 4 or more times a week, that'll only last 6 weeks. (Am I being a little transaparent here? hehe...)
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Tip of the Day: October 13th
Creating a well rounded stockpile will take a few months. Sales usually run through 90 day cycles--especially at grocery stores.
When you come across as great deal on something that your family uses regularly, buy enough to get you to the next great deal.
You may feel like you're spending too much money at that moment, but when you don't have to buy the item at all for the next 3 months, you'll notice a difference.
When you come across as great deal on something that your family uses regularly, buy enough to get you to the next great deal.
You may feel like you're spending too much money at that moment, but when you don't have to buy the item at all for the next 3 months, you'll notice a difference.
Monday, October 12, 2009
Tip of the Day: October 12th
You've seen me talk about "Stockpiling" on here, but you may be wondering what that really is.
Stockpiling is buying multiple items at their lowest prices so that you never have to pay full price. Simple as that!
To know if something is at a "Stockpile" price, you'll have to use your Price List.
Stockpiling is buying multiple items at their lowest prices so that you never have to pay full price. Simple as that!
To know if something is at a "Stockpile" price, you'll have to use your Price List.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Tip of the Day: October 11th
Before you purchase your Sunday papers, check inside to make sure each one has all the inserts that should be inside. There may be variations from region to region, but you should still get everything you're paying for!
You can see the coupon preview HERE.
You can see the coupon preview HERE.
CVS (October 11th-17th)
If you're new to shopping with coupons, click HERE.
If you want to learn more about shopping at CVS, click HERE.
{Items highlighted in blue indicate that the coupon matchup uses the most recent Sunday coupons or currently available printable coupons.}
Freebies:
SUNDAY, MONDAY, & TUESDAY ONLY!
Halloween Nylon Treat Bag
.99
Earns .99 Extra Bucks (LIMIT 1)
Final price: FREE
SUNDAY, MONDAY, & TUESDAY ONLY!
4-in-1 pumpkin Carving Tool
$1.99
Earns $1.99 Extra Bucks (LIMIT 2)
Final price: FREE
Cheapies:
NyQuil/DayQuil Liquicaps 12 count, Caplets 10 count, or Liquid 6 oz.
$4.49 Buy 1 Get 1 Free
$1 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/27 or 10/11 P&G insert (Use 2 coupons)
Final price: $1.25 each
Maybe's:
Spend $20 on selected Halloween candy, Earn $5 Extra Bucks (LIMIT 1).
Spend $15 on Energizer Batteries, Earn $5 Extra Bucks (LIMIT 1).
$1 printable coupon HERE
Spend $15 on selected Gillete products, Earns $5 Extra Bucks (LIMIT 1).
If you want to learn more about shopping at CVS, click HERE.
{Items highlighted in blue indicate that the coupon matchup uses the most recent Sunday coupons or currently available printable coupons.}
Freebies:
SUNDAY, MONDAY, & TUESDAY ONLY!
Halloween Nylon Treat Bag
.99
Earns .99 Extra Bucks (LIMIT 1)
Final price: FREE
SUNDAY, MONDAY, & TUESDAY ONLY!
4-in-1 pumpkin Carving Tool
$1.99
Earns $1.99 Extra Bucks (LIMIT 2)
Final price: FREE
Cheapies:
NyQuil/DayQuil Liquicaps 12 count, Caplets 10 count, or Liquid 6 oz.
$4.49 Buy 1 Get 1 Free
$1 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/27 or 10/11 P&G insert (Use 2 coupons)
Final price: $1.25 each
Maybe's:
Spend $20 on selected Halloween candy, Earn $5 Extra Bucks (LIMIT 1).
Spend $15 on Energizer Batteries, Earn $5 Extra Bucks (LIMIT 1).
$1 printable coupon HERE
Spend $15 on selected Gillete products, Earns $5 Extra Bucks (LIMIT 1).
Walgreens (October 11th-17th)
If you're new to shopping with coupons, click HERE.
If you want to learn more about shopping at Walgreens, click HERE.
{Items highlighted in blue indicate that the coupon matchup uses the most recent Sunday coupons or currently available printable coupons.}
Freebies:
Vaseline Sheer Infusion Lotion
$6.99
Earns $6.99 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
$1.50 Printable coupons HERE and HERE
Final Price: FREE plus $1.50 overage!
Gillette Fusion MVP Razor
$8.99
Earns $6 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
$4 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/27 P&G insert
Final Price: FREE plus $1 overage!
Chapstick Fresh Effects
$2.99
Earns $2.99 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
Final Price: FREE
Emergen-C Immune System, 2-pk.
$3.49
Earns $3.49 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
Final Price: FREE
Hall's Refresh Sugar Free, 20 ct.
$1
Earns $1 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
Final Price: FREE
Robitussin DM To-Go, 2-pk.
$2.49
Earns $2.49 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
Final Price: FREE
Cheapies:
Quaker Oatmeal & Granola Bars
$2.50
Earns $5 Register Rewards when you spend $10
$1 off 2 Granola Bars printable coupon HERE
Final price: .75 each
DayQuil/NyQuil
$5
Earns $5 Register Rewards when you buy 2
$1 Manufacturer's coupon form 9/27 or 10/11 P&G insert
Final price: $1.50 each
Huggies Diaper & pull-ups
$9
Earns $4 Register Reward when you buy 2
$2 pull-ups printable coupon HERE and HERE
$1 Walgreens Activity Booklet coupon
Final price: $4 each
Maybe's:
Unilever deal:
Buy 8 participating items, Earn $8 Register Rewards
Skippy peanut butter
$1.67
Ragu pasta sauce
$1.67
.60 off 2 Ragu manufacturer's coupon from 9/13 Red plum insert
Hellman's Mayonnaise
$2.50
.60 Hellman's manufacturer's coupon from 8/2 Red plum insert
Bertolli skillet dinners
$5.99
$1 off Bertolli skillet dinner printable coupon HERE
If you want to learn more about shopping at Walgreens, click HERE.
{Items highlighted in blue indicate that the coupon matchup uses the most recent Sunday coupons or currently available printable coupons.}
Freebies:
Vaseline Sheer Infusion Lotion
$6.99
Earns $6.99 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
$1.50 Printable coupons HERE and HERE
Final Price: FREE plus $1.50 overage!
Gillette Fusion MVP Razor
$8.99
Earns $6 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
$4 Manufacturer's coupon from 9/27 P&G insert
Final Price: FREE plus $1 overage!
Chapstick Fresh Effects
$2.99
Earns $2.99 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
Final Price: FREE
Emergen-C Immune System, 2-pk.
$3.49
Earns $3.49 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
Final Price: FREE
Hall's Refresh Sugar Free, 20 ct.
$1
Earns $1 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
Final Price: FREE
Robitussin DM To-Go, 2-pk.
$2.49
Earns $2.49 Register Reward (Month-long Deal)
Final Price: FREE
Cheapies:
Quaker Oatmeal & Granola Bars
$2.50
Earns $5 Register Rewards when you spend $10
$1 off 2 Granola Bars printable coupon HERE
Final price: .75 each
DayQuil/NyQuil
$5
Earns $5 Register Rewards when you buy 2
$1 Manufacturer's coupon form 9/27 or 10/11 P&G insert
Final price: $1.50 each
Huggies Diaper & pull-ups
$9
Earns $4 Register Reward when you buy 2
$2 pull-ups printable coupon HERE and HERE
$1 Walgreens Activity Booklet coupon
Final price: $4 each
Maybe's:
Unilever deal:
Buy 8 participating items, Earn $8 Register Rewards
Skippy peanut butter
$1.67
Ragu pasta sauce
$1.67
.60 off 2 Ragu manufacturer's coupon from 9/13 Red plum insert
Hellman's Mayonnaise
$2.50
.60 Hellman's manufacturer's coupon from 8/2 Red plum insert
Bertolli skillet dinners
$5.99
$1 off Bertolli skillet dinner printable coupon HERE
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Tip of the Day: October 10th
Did you know that our military service members and their families can use expired coupons overseas? Those who have access to a Military Commissary can use coupons up to 6 months expired.
I first heard about this about a year ago, but the program I read about required a large amount of sorting, special packaging, and fees paid by the donor. I wanted to help, but I couldn't commit that time and money.
Luckily, I have since discovered Coupons for Troops, sponsored and created by The Happy Housewife. Her program is so simple. If you'd like to participate, just send her an e-mail. She assigns you to a family. Then you send your expired coupons to that family. THAT'S IT! You don't even have to pay international shipping--it's a domestic rate for service stations!
Read more details HERE and stop throwing away your expired coupons today!
I first heard about this about a year ago, but the program I read about required a large amount of sorting, special packaging, and fees paid by the donor. I wanted to help, but I couldn't commit that time and money.
Luckily, I have since discovered Coupons for Troops, sponsored and created by The Happy Housewife. Her program is so simple. If you'd like to participate, just send her an e-mail. She assigns you to a family. Then you send your expired coupons to that family. THAT'S IT! You don't even have to pay international shipping--it's a domestic rate for service stations!
Read more details HERE and stop throwing away your expired coupons today!
Friday, October 9, 2009
My Style
This is my style:
Ha! Totally kidding of course...
Ha! Totally kidding of course...I am not a "Fashionista", but I love fashion.
My clothes have to be beautiful AND functional.
I want to be described as classic AND trendy.
I want quality and I don't want to pay a lot.
That's my style.
Here are some things I'm lovin' right now:
Corsage Tees like this one from J.Crew
And this one from New York & Company
Dresses from Anthrolpogie (sigh)
Almost anything from Ann Taylor, but especially versatile basic pieces like these
Some people whose style I admire:Elisabeth Hasselbeck
Jackie O
Kristen Davis
Reese Witherspoon
Cleaning Out My Closet
I am having a garage sale on the first Saturday in November and I am cleaning out my closet! Actually, I'm cleaning out my whole darn house, but I'm mostly gonna show you my closet.
Why? Because I need your help to make some decisions! Welcome to Mommy Managing Interactive!
Along the way, I'm going to show you some of my Frugal Fashion Finds!
I'm really excited (and slightly terrified) to find out what you guys think!
I have a closet full of stuff.
I want to have a closet full of stuff I LOVE.
This is what I'm starting with:
Why? Because I need your help to make some decisions! Welcome to Mommy Managing Interactive!
Along the way, I'm going to show you some of my Frugal Fashion Finds!
I'm really excited (and slightly terrified) to find out what you guys think!
I have a closet full of stuff.
I want to have a closet full of stuff I LOVE.
This is what I'm starting with:
Tip of the Day: October 9th
You can print most Internet coupons two times!
If it is a "Bricks" coupon, you will see the word "bricks" in the web address. After you print the first one, click the "back" button three times or follow the same prompts that got you to the first one.
If it is a coupons.com coupon, you can usually hit the "back" button three times after printing or go back to coupons.com and repeat your steps. Coupons.com will hide the ones you have already printed on the last page of choices.
For other sites like Smartsource.com, Betty Crocker, Pillsbury, etc., I always have to go back to their homepage and repeat the same process.
When a coupon is offered by e-centives (look at the web address), you may only be able to print it once. I always try a second time, just in case.
Very very super rarely, a coupon will have NO PRINT LIMIT! Hallelujah! {Print, print, print, I need ink, print, print, more paper, print, print....}
If it is a "Bricks" coupon, you will see the word "bricks" in the web address. After you print the first one, click the "back" button three times or follow the same prompts that got you to the first one.
If it is a coupons.com coupon, you can usually hit the "back" button three times after printing or go back to coupons.com and repeat your steps. Coupons.com will hide the ones you have already printed on the last page of choices.
For other sites like Smartsource.com, Betty Crocker, Pillsbury, etc., I always have to go back to their homepage and repeat the same process.
When a coupon is offered by e-centives (look at the web address), you may only be able to print it once. I always try a second time, just in case.
Very very super rarely, a coupon will have NO PRINT LIMIT! Hallelujah! {Print, print, print, I need ink, print, print, more paper, print, print....}
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Coupon Preview for October 11th
All of the previews are showing three inserts this weekend, but I have a sneaky suspicion we may only get two. I'll be pleasantly surprised if I'm wrong!
The preview shows: 1 SmartSource, 1 Red Plum, and 1 P&G (a mini-version). {Wow, we got all 3!}
I'm hoping to get these coupons:
.60 off any one package of Viva paper towels {Didn't happen here}
$1 off 2 Wet Ones canister wipes {nope}
.55 off Mentos gum (always gets me FREE gum!) {YAY!}
.50 off Hostess Snack Cakes {Woohoo!}
.50 off Starkist Tuna Salad pouches {nope}
Honestly though, the Mini P&G doesn't look very exciting anyway...but we got it!
See the full preview HERE!
The preview shows: 1 SmartSource, 1 Red Plum, and 1 P&G (a mini-version). {Wow, we got all 3!}
I'm hoping to get these coupons:
.60 off any one package of Viva paper towels {Didn't happen here}
$1 off 2 Wet Ones canister wipes {nope}
.55 off Mentos gum (always gets me FREE gum!) {YAY!}
.50 off Hostess Snack Cakes {Woohoo!}
.50 off Starkist Tuna Salad pouches {nope}
Honestly though, the Mini P&G doesn't look very exciting anyway...but we got it!
See the full preview HERE!
Tip of the Day: October 8th
As many things as I get for FREE or cheap, there are always other items that I have a hard time finding a deal for.
One of such items is MEAT. And we are highly carnivorous! (Okay, I know that we are actually omnivorous, but we like our meat!)
I am not a blogger that will suggest a "Meat-Free Night" or using only dark meat chicken all the time. Uh-uh. We don't eat without meat, and I love steak and pork chops!
Meat is a commodity item and the price fluctuates based on location and demand. It is one of the best items to keep up with on your Price List, though you will rarely have a coupon for it.
One trick we use for well-priced high quality ground beef is grinding it ourselves {that's code for I make my Hubs do it}. I can usually find whole roasts on sale cheaper than the pre-ground beef. (We have a grinder because my husband is a deer hunter, so this may not work for you.)
I also buy a lot of Split Chicken Breast on the bone. I can usually get them for less than $1 per pound. We de-bone them and store them in freezer bags. Or sometimes I'll boil it first, then de-bone and store. Then I have a quick starter for a night when things get hectic, perfect for Enchiladas or a Chicken Broccoli Braid.
Also, you will almost always pay less per pound if you purchase the larger family packs. Just be sure to factor in the price of storage bags to figure out if it really saves you money.
However, if you do manage to have a coupon, like the .55 Pilgrim's Pride Printable coupon I often list in my coupon matchups, you may get a better price by buying the smaller pack.
One of such items is MEAT. And we are highly carnivorous! (Okay, I know that we are actually omnivorous, but we like our meat!)
I am not a blogger that will suggest a "Meat-Free Night" or using only dark meat chicken all the time. Uh-uh. We don't eat without meat, and I love steak and pork chops!
Meat is a commodity item and the price fluctuates based on location and demand. It is one of the best items to keep up with on your Price List, though you will rarely have a coupon for it.
One trick we use for well-priced high quality ground beef is grinding it ourselves {that's code for I make my Hubs do it}. I can usually find whole roasts on sale cheaper than the pre-ground beef. (We have a grinder because my husband is a deer hunter, so this may not work for you.)
I also buy a lot of Split Chicken Breast on the bone. I can usually get them for less than $1 per pound. We de-bone them and store them in freezer bags. Or sometimes I'll boil it first, then de-bone and store. Then I have a quick starter for a night when things get hectic, perfect for Enchiladas or a Chicken Broccoli Braid.
Also, you will almost always pay less per pound if you purchase the larger family packs. Just be sure to factor in the price of storage bags to figure out if it really saves you money.
However, if you do manage to have a coupon, like the .55 Pilgrim's Pride Printable coupon I often list in my coupon matchups, you may get a better price by buying the smaller pack.
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