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
Friday, October 16, 2009
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...)
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