So, I'm apparently nesting now, since I didn't ever get to that late pregnancy stage. At least that's what Ward says is the problem. :)
Last weekend we completely rearranged our room. I'm totally thrilled because our room has always been the room that gets forgotten. No one is ever really in there but us, so it tends to get neglected. Terrible, I know. But after moving around furniture I realized what a big, beautiful room we have. It never seemed that big since the space wasn't well used, but now it's a place I can go to get away from the craziness that is the rest of the house.
Having this semi-quiet space has led to being able to catch up on other things as well- like writing, and couponing. I outgrew my previous coupon binder, so I purchased a larger one and gave my coupon system an update. It runs much more smoothly now. I know a ton of people have been asking me to teach them how I coupon, so although I tend to think that it isn't a one-size-fits-all kind of thing, I will try to do a few posts in the near future on the topic.
As a quick note along those lines, I got my Early Edition Sunday Post-Dispatch today and found that there is a coupon for a free 2 liter of Dr. Pepper Ten. This is the new ten calorie Dr. Pepper. This is exciting to me for two reasons. One- I just tried the new Ten last week and loved it. (If you're a Dr. Pepper fan, I would encourage you to try it, and give yourself at least two cans to see if you like it. The first tends to seem weird since you're expecting regular Dr. Pepper, but by the second I was hooked. Just my opinion.) Two- the coupon is for a FREE 2 liter...and from what I can see, there's no purchase requirement. That means you walk in the store with your coupon and walk out with your 2 liter. No money required.
Now, a quick note on redeeming these kinds of coupons. I have found that Walmart is the easiest place to redeem "get one free" coupons that have no other purchase requirements. Most other stores have some kinds of restrictions on these purchases. But you shouldn't get any problems doing them at Walmart. Also, because of the size of most Walmarts, you have a better chance of finding them in stock, especially if you can't get to your shopping until later in the week.
So there you have it. A coupon tip for your weekend. :) I promise I will do more posts on coupon shopping later, but wanted to throw that one out there so that you can purchase a paper tomorrow if you're interested. (If you don't live in the St. Louis area, I have no idea if your insert will have these coupons, but it's worth checking out.) Hope everyone is having a great weekend.
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Saturday, October 8, 2011
Friday, May 27, 2011
Friday Childless Shopping Trip. Yay!
After dumping (I mean...dropping off) my kids at Mom's Morning Out this morning (which by the way is one of the most amazing things on earth- thank you Ms. Anny!) I headed out to do some solo shopping. It was a good day!
All of these groceries (as well as some not pictured because they were already dropped off at the donation collection point headed for Joplin) for $54.76. Got plenty to eat now, tons to put in our store room and some donations! I know the picture isn't very good, since I took it with my phone, so here's a list of what's in there (and the not-pictured stuff)!
3 tubs of icing
3 cake mixes
8 ears of corn
a gallon of milk
3 pert plus 2-in-1
a box of nexcare bandages
4 cans campbell's pork and beans
4 bottles of French's mustard
a bunch of bananas
6 packages of hotdogs
a watermelon
a box of snuggle fabric softener sheets
10 cups of yoplait yogurt
4 boxes of jello mixes
morningstar farms chik patties
morningstar farms griller patties
3 boxes of crystal light
2 bottles of ranch dressing
2 bags of marshmallows
2 packages of Hershey bars
2 boxes of graham crackers
1 bottle of Sweet Baby Rays BBQ sauce
and a cantalope. :)
I did have an extremely rude cashier at Walmart who got all upset with me for get the six packages of hotdogs, snuggle sheets, three bottles of pert plus and the box of nexcare bandages for just over $3. Like I somehow stole them from her or something. Ridiculous. Oh well, worth it to be able to donate more to those people in Joplin who need so much right now.
I didn't do my Walgreens trip today since I did it on Sunday...and it was a success too! Between the Walmart Bar-S deal and the Walgreens Oscar Meyer deal we have a freezer full of hotdogs! Needless to say we will not be buying hotdogs for the rest of the summer! Anyone want to cook out? :) Hope everyone enjoys this beautiful, long weekend!
Monday, May 16, 2011
My Monday Shopping Trip (and an amusing mommy story)
It's a gorgeous day here in Missouri. After a weekend of nothing but cold and rain, I decided we should head out and do our coupon shopping this afternoon. I got my shopping list and coupons together and we headed to Wentzville. Our first stop was at Target. I had all three kiddos in the cart and had to get two bottles of lotion. I got them and gave the kids firm instructions NOT to open the lotion. Any bets on whether the lotion made it to the checkout line unopened?
So then we went to Walgreens. I had several things on my list to get and I knew I would need to do at least three transactions. There were a few problems right off the bat. The first of these problems was that my daughter needed a nap...badly. She was in "so help me if you look at me wrong I will make you wish you'd never been born" mode. So just getting her to cooperate at all was a chore. The second problem was the cart did not have a strap. Since we've already established my littlest's fond affection for freedom, I don't think I need to elaborate on this one. Finally, as my cart was starting to get full, Kai looks at me and says he needs to go potty. I told him that we were almost ready to check out and then I would take him. He looked at me with a horrified look and informed me that he couldn't wait...as in, it was too late. He was devestated, since he's been potty trained for awhile and hasn't had an accident in public since I can't remember when.
Of course, I couldn't take all three of them to the bathroom because I had a cart full of things I had not yet purchased and I couldn't take Kaesen out or I wouldn't be able to help Kai. Quite the dilemma. Oh, did I mention Kaytie hated the world at this point? So a sweet employee offered to stay with Kaesen and the cart while I took Kai to the potty, as the poor little guy was in tears by now. Kaytie refused to stay with the kind lady, so she got to tag along. Of course someone was in the handicapped stall, so we squeezed all three of us into the itty bitty stall. After getting Kai cleaned up we headed to the check out line. (I decided the rest of my items would just have to wait.) Attempting to keep coupons straight, keep Kaesen in his seat and keep Kaytie from rolling around on the floor like a pig in the mud proved a wee bit difficult. But, I managed to leave the store with my sanity intact. And here are the fruits of my labor.
The total price for these items BEFORE coupons or Register Rewards was $54.03.
I paid $17.86 or about $1.19 per item. That's a savings of $36.17. Not too shabby considering the circumstances.
Of course, after I loaded everyone in the van and got nearly out of town, I remembered that I had forgotten to pick up my prescription while I was at Walgreens. So I had to turn around and go back. And of course it wasn't ready yet. So now my darling husband will have to pick it up on his way home from work. Silly me...it IS, after all, Monday.
So then we went to Walgreens. I had several things on my list to get and I knew I would need to do at least three transactions. There were a few problems right off the bat. The first of these problems was that my daughter needed a nap...badly. She was in "so help me if you look at me wrong I will make you wish you'd never been born" mode. So just getting her to cooperate at all was a chore. The second problem was the cart did not have a strap. Since we've already established my littlest's fond affection for freedom, I don't think I need to elaborate on this one. Finally, as my cart was starting to get full, Kai looks at me and says he needs to go potty. I told him that we were almost ready to check out and then I would take him. He looked at me with a horrified look and informed me that he couldn't wait...as in, it was too late. He was devestated, since he's been potty trained for awhile and hasn't had an accident in public since I can't remember when.
Of course, I couldn't take all three of them to the bathroom because I had a cart full of things I had not yet purchased and I couldn't take Kaesen out or I wouldn't be able to help Kai. Quite the dilemma. Oh, did I mention Kaytie hated the world at this point? So a sweet employee offered to stay with Kaesen and the cart while I took Kai to the potty, as the poor little guy was in tears by now. Kaytie refused to stay with the kind lady, so she got to tag along. Of course someone was in the handicapped stall, so we squeezed all three of us into the itty bitty stall. After getting Kai cleaned up we headed to the check out line. (I decided the rest of my items would just have to wait.) Attempting to keep coupons straight, keep Kaesen in his seat and keep Kaytie from rolling around on the floor like a pig in the mud proved a wee bit difficult. But, I managed to leave the store with my sanity intact. And here are the fruits of my labor.
The total price for these items BEFORE coupons or Register Rewards was $54.03.
I paid $17.86 or about $1.19 per item. That's a savings of $36.17. Not too shabby considering the circumstances.
Of course, after I loaded everyone in the van and got nearly out of town, I remembered that I had forgotten to pick up my prescription while I was at Walgreens. So I had to turn around and go back. And of course it wasn't ready yet. So now my darling husband will have to pick it up on his way home from work. Silly me...it IS, after all, Monday.
Saturday, May 7, 2011
That Milk Costs WHAT?!?!
I'm not sure if anyone else has noticed, but life got REALLY expensive the last few months. Between gas and groceries alone, the price differences are OUTRAGEOUS. I don't want to be negative, but I have yet to see any indication of it getting any better. And with unemployment STILL on the rise, I know we're not the only ones getting sticker shock at the store (or pump).
We mommas normally have a lot of discretion on where spending takes place in our families. And many stay at home moms have a hard time feeling like they aren't contributing financially. The way that I've been able to find a way to contribute and spend the money my husband brings home wisely, is by couponing. In case you are not already convinced of the awesomeness of couponing let me just clarify a couple of things here.
By couponing, I do not mean that I clip a coupon for something I'm going to buy and then buy it. Yes, if you only do this, you're probably better off buying generic items than name brand, even with a coupon. The couponing I'm talking about takes some time. It requires a plan, very little brand loyalty, a strategy. You can't just walk into a store and wander aimlessly. You have to know exactly what you're getting- not whatever you have a coupon for.
I won't get into the details of "how" to coupon because this information is readily available from just about anywhere. Two sites I would recommend are http://thekrazycouponlady.com and www.savingmoneyinmissouri.com Both of these sites have sections for beginners that can teach you the ins and outs of coupon shopping.
I feel like couponing is one of the best ways that you can provide for your family in this economy, and here's why. When you need to buy something, there are essentially two ways you can do it. You can buy it when you need it, which leaves you at the mercy of the store's current prices- or you can plan to buy as much as you will need of it for a period of time when it's at rock bottom price and then when you need it, you already have it...meaning you don't EVER have to pay the outrageous full price for the item.
(I will add that you very seldom see coupons for milk, meat, produce, etc. I try to get these things using catalina coupons from other purchases to save even more money.)
Also, by using this stockpiling method, you have the added peace of mind of knowing that if something terrible should happen and you are unable to get somewhere to buy food or supplies, your family is cared for and can live off your stockpile for some time.
Finally, in a down economy it's harder and harder for us to give to those who need it. Especially when it seems EVERYONE needs it right now. By couponing or stockpiling, you can inexpensively (often freely) get items that can be donated immediately or added to your stockpile to be given away when the need arises.
Oh, and did I mention that already having items that you need saves needless trips to the store? (read: gas money)
It's all about planning ahead. The Proverbs 31 woman laughed without fear of the future. She didn't fear the winter. She knew she had done everything she needed to do to provide for her family- AND she reached outstretched arms to the needy. This is one way that we as mommies can follow in those footsteps. So take some time to look around the web this week. You don't have to jump in the couponing pool, just get your toes wet if you like. See if this method might work for you and your family.
And what about all you wise mommas out there who are awesome at thriftiness? What is your favorite way to save money on necessary items?
PS...if anyone has any really great ways to save a bundle on gas (and "stop driving" does not count as a great way), by all means hook a sista up! ;-)
We mommas normally have a lot of discretion on where spending takes place in our families. And many stay at home moms have a hard time feeling like they aren't contributing financially. The way that I've been able to find a way to contribute and spend the money my husband brings home wisely, is by couponing. In case you are not already convinced of the awesomeness of couponing let me just clarify a couple of things here.
By couponing, I do not mean that I clip a coupon for something I'm going to buy and then buy it. Yes, if you only do this, you're probably better off buying generic items than name brand, even with a coupon. The couponing I'm talking about takes some time. It requires a plan, very little brand loyalty, a strategy. You can't just walk into a store and wander aimlessly. You have to know exactly what you're getting- not whatever you have a coupon for.
I won't get into the details of "how" to coupon because this information is readily available from just about anywhere. Two sites I would recommend are http://thekrazycouponlady.com and www.savingmoneyinmissouri.com Both of these sites have sections for beginners that can teach you the ins and outs of coupon shopping.
I feel like couponing is one of the best ways that you can provide for your family in this economy, and here's why. When you need to buy something, there are essentially two ways you can do it. You can buy it when you need it, which leaves you at the mercy of the store's current prices- or you can plan to buy as much as you will need of it for a period of time when it's at rock bottom price and then when you need it, you already have it...meaning you don't EVER have to pay the outrageous full price for the item.
(I will add that you very seldom see coupons for milk, meat, produce, etc. I try to get these things using catalina coupons from other purchases to save even more money.)
Also, by using this stockpiling method, you have the added peace of mind of knowing that if something terrible should happen and you are unable to get somewhere to buy food or supplies, your family is cared for and can live off your stockpile for some time.
Finally, in a down economy it's harder and harder for us to give to those who need it. Especially when it seems EVERYONE needs it right now. By couponing or stockpiling, you can inexpensively (often freely) get items that can be donated immediately or added to your stockpile to be given away when the need arises.
Oh, and did I mention that already having items that you need saves needless trips to the store? (read: gas money)
It's all about planning ahead. The Proverbs 31 woman laughed without fear of the future. She didn't fear the winter. She knew she had done everything she needed to do to provide for her family- AND she reached outstretched arms to the needy. This is one way that we as mommies can follow in those footsteps. So take some time to look around the web this week. You don't have to jump in the couponing pool, just get your toes wet if you like. See if this method might work for you and your family.
And what about all you wise mommas out there who are awesome at thriftiness? What is your favorite way to save money on necessary items?
PS...if anyone has any really great ways to save a bundle on gas (and "stop driving" does not count as a great way), by all means hook a sista up! ;-)
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Friday Freebies for 4/29
On 4/29/11, you can get a FREE bag of chips from Frito-Lay. Just “LIKE” Frito Lay on Facebook, and you'll be set. A limited number are available though, so you'll have to check early and often.
Go HERE and fill out a form to see if you qualify to receive a coupon via snail mail for a FREE 5 day supply of Zyrtec or $7.00 off a 12ct. pack or higher!
Click Here to Get: Olay Quench Product Samples
Folgers is giving away free samples of Folgers Special Roast Coffee to people who “Like” them on Facebook and click the ‘Free Sample’ tab. Complete the form to request your FREE sample.
At the Playtex Facebook page, click on the ”Get a FREE Sample” icon to get a FREE Playtex Sport Sample Pack. If you don’t see it, then click on the “Special Offers” tab on the left side bar!
FREE Sample Pack includes 2 regular unscented, 1 super unscented, and a $1 off coupon! Allow 4 – 6 weeks for delivery!
Go HERE to see if a store in your area is participating in the annual Free Comic Book Day.
Head over HERE to request a FREE Sample of John Frieda Root Awakenings from Walmart.
Allow up to 4 weeks for delivery.
For local readers and good only through today, go to the G&W Meat & Bavarian Style Sausage Company Facebook Page to get a FREE BRATS coupon *good through 4/29 only*. One pound of G & W Brats for free. This place is located on Parker Avenue in St. Louis.
If you have a Petco Pals Card, go to the Petco website to print a coupon valid for a FREE can of Fancy Feast Cat Food (3 oz)! This coupon is valid Friday (4/29) ONLY! Limit one coupon per customer!
Sign up for a FREE Samples of Member’s Mark Infant Formula. There is a limit of one sample per household, while supplies last!
Head over HERE to request a FREE Organize in Style coupon booklet.
This coupon booklet has over $35 in P&G coupons including coupons for Cascade, Dawn, Febreze and more. Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery
Fill out the form HERE to request a FREE sample of Maximum Strength Zantac 150. Allow 4 – 6 weeks for delivery!
The Free Travel Alaska State Travel Guide is back!
This could be a great learning tool for the kids! It shows all the cool things you can do in Alaska as well as the history, wildlife, and more!
You can request yours, HERE! Allow 3 weeks for delivery!
Kroger:
Crest Toothpaste $1
Use $1/1 Coupon (4/3 PG) or
Use $.50/ Coupon (3/13 RP) (dbls)
Final Price= FREE
Tony’s Crispy Crust Pizza, Select Varieties, 9.7 to 10.4 oz, $1
Use $.50/1 Coupon (2/13 SS) (expires 4/30) (dbls) or
Use $1/2 Coupon (2/13 SS) (expires 4/30) orUse $1/2 Printable HERE
Final Price= as low as FREE
Dierbergs:
Propel Enhanced Water $.50
Use $1/2 coupon (2/13 SS)
Final Price= BOTH FREE wyb 2
Target:
Get (20) 4×6 Photo Prints $.10 each ($2 total)
Use $2/20 Digital Prints Target Store Printable Coupon
Final Price = 20 FREE Photo Prints
Walgreens:
Buy 3 Splenda with Fiber (80 ct), $2.99 = $8.97
Use (2) $3/1 Any Splenda (80 ct +) Coupons (4/17 SS)
PLUS
Use (1) $2/1 Spenda with Fiber Printable Coupon HERE
Pay $.97
Get $4 RR
Final Price = All 3 FREE + $3.03 Money Maker
If you are comfortable with your store and know they will adjust down a 3rd $3/1 Coupon (per thier own coupon policy),Use (3) $3/1 coupons, have them adjust the last one down to $2.97, PAY $0.00, Receive a $4 RR and turn this deal into a $4 Money Maker!
Stayfree Pads(14-24 ct) $2.99
Get $2.99 RR wyb 1
Use $1/1 Coupon (3/27 RP)
Final Price = FREE + $1 Money Maker
Luster White 7 Toothpaste (2.6 oz) $4.99
Get $4 RR wyb 1
Use $1.50/1 Coupon (4/3 SS)
Final Price = FREE + $.50 Money Maker
Nexcare Waterproof Bandages (20 ct) $2.99
Use $.55/1 Coupon (4/3 SS) or
Use $.50/1 Printable Coupon HERE
Submit $2.99 Mail-in Rebate from back of package
Final Price = FREE + $.55 Money Maker
Nestle Candy (1.28 – 2.1 oz) $.39
Use $1/2 Butterfinger Snackerz Printable Coupons.com
Final Price = 2 FREE
*Thanks to Carie at www.savingmoneyinmissouri.com and all the other fabulous deal hunters across the web for making these so much easier to find. :)*
Go HERE and fill out a form to see if you qualify to receive a coupon via snail mail for a FREE 5 day supply of Zyrtec or $7.00 off a 12ct. pack or higher!
Click Here to Get: Olay Quench Product Samples
Folgers is giving away free samples of Folgers Special Roast Coffee to people who “Like” them on Facebook and click the ‘Free Sample’ tab. Complete the form to request your FREE sample.
At the Playtex Facebook page, click on the ”Get a FREE Sample” icon to get a FREE Playtex Sport Sample Pack. If you don’t see it, then click on the “Special Offers” tab on the left side bar!
FREE Sample Pack includes 2 regular unscented, 1 super unscented, and a $1 off coupon! Allow 4 – 6 weeks for delivery!
Go HERE to see if a store in your area is participating in the annual Free Comic Book Day.
Head over HERE to request a FREE Sample of John Frieda Root Awakenings from Walmart.
Allow up to 4 weeks for delivery.
For local readers and good only through today, go to the G&W Meat & Bavarian Style Sausage Company Facebook Page to get a FREE BRATS coupon *good through 4/29 only*. One pound of G & W Brats for free. This place is located on Parker Avenue in St. Louis.
If you have a Petco Pals Card, go to the Petco website to print a coupon valid for a FREE can of Fancy Feast Cat Food (3 oz)! This coupon is valid Friday (4/29) ONLY! Limit one coupon per customer!
Sign up for a FREE Samples of Member’s Mark Infant Formula. There is a limit of one sample per household, while supplies last!
Head over HERE to request a FREE Organize in Style coupon booklet.
This coupon booklet has over $35 in P&G coupons including coupons for Cascade, Dawn, Febreze and more. Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery
Fill out the form HERE to request a FREE sample of Maximum Strength Zantac 150. Allow 4 – 6 weeks for delivery!
The Free Travel Alaska State Travel Guide is back!
This could be a great learning tool for the kids! It shows all the cool things you can do in Alaska as well as the history, wildlife, and more!
You can request yours, HERE! Allow 3 weeks for delivery!
Kroger:
Crest Toothpaste $1
Use $1/1 Coupon (4/3 PG) or
Use $.50/ Coupon (3/13 RP) (dbls)
Final Price= FREE
Tony’s Crispy Crust Pizza, Select Varieties, 9.7 to 10.4 oz, $1
Use $.50/1 Coupon (2/13 SS) (expires 4/30) (dbls) or
Use $1/2 Coupon (2/13 SS) (expires 4/30) orUse $1/2 Printable HERE
Final Price= as low as FREE
Dierbergs:
Propel Enhanced Water $.50
Use $1/2 coupon (2/13 SS)
Final Price= BOTH FREE wyb 2
Target:
Get (20) 4×6 Photo Prints $.10 each ($2 total)
Use $2/20 Digital Prints Target Store Printable Coupon
Final Price = 20 FREE Photo Prints
Walgreens:
Buy 3 Splenda with Fiber (80 ct), $2.99 = $8.97
Use (2) $3/1 Any Splenda (80 ct +) Coupons (4/17 SS)
PLUS
Use (1) $2/1 Spenda with Fiber Printable Coupon HERE
Pay $.97
Get $4 RR
Final Price = All 3 FREE + $3.03 Money Maker
If you are comfortable with your store and know they will adjust down a 3rd $3/1 Coupon (per thier own coupon policy),Use (3) $3/1 coupons, have them adjust the last one down to $2.97, PAY $0.00, Receive a $4 RR and turn this deal into a $4 Money Maker!
Stayfree Pads(14-24 ct) $2.99
Get $2.99 RR wyb 1
Use $1/1 Coupon (3/27 RP)
Final Price = FREE + $1 Money Maker
Luster White 7 Toothpaste (2.6 oz) $4.99
Get $4 RR wyb 1
Use $1.50/1 Coupon (4/3 SS)
Final Price = FREE + $.50 Money Maker
Nexcare Waterproof Bandages (20 ct) $2.99
Use $.55/1 Coupon (4/3 SS) or
Use $.50/1 Printable Coupon HERE
Submit $2.99 Mail-in Rebate from back of package
Final Price = FREE + $.55 Money Maker
Nestle Candy (1.28 – 2.1 oz) $.39
Use $1/2 Butterfinger Snackerz Printable Coupons.com
Final Price = 2 FREE
*Thanks to Carie at www.savingmoneyinmissouri.com and all the other fabulous deal hunters across the web for making these so much easier to find. :)*
Friday, February 25, 2011
Better Late Than Never Friday Freebies
FREE DEALS/SAMPLES
At Shop N Save, Saturday (2/26) ONLY - get a FREE 2 Liter of Sun Drop Soda with in-store coupon, Limit 1 coupon per customer… while supplies last
Go HERE to request a FREE Sample of Kirkland Signature Supreme Diapers from Costco. You DO NOT need to be a Costco member to request. Allow up to 4 weeks for delivery.
Head over HERE to request a FREE Beech-Nut Stage 4 Toddler Welcome Kit. It comes with a coupon for a Free Beech-Nut product.
Disney Junior is offering 39 different full episodes of some off their most popular shows online. Go HERE to start watching.Here are the episodes available:Agent Oso – 3 episodesChuggington – 4 episodesHandy Manny – 5 episodesImagination Movers – 5 episodesJungle Junction – 5 episodesLittle Einsteins – 3 episodesMickey Mouse Clubhouse – 5 episodesNeverland Pirates – 5 episodes
Request a FREE Sample of Playtex Sport. Sample includes: 2 regular, unscented, 1 super unscented, and a $1 coupon. While supplies last. Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery!
Head over HERE to sign up for the Tylenol Keep Moving Program. You’ll receive a FREE booklet filled with tips on diet, weight loss, exercise and more! PLUS when you register, you will receive a special gift, rumor has it that it’s a FREE exercise band! Allow 6 -8 weeks for delivery!
Head over HERE and sign up for FREE American Baby Magazine
Sign up HERE and receive a certificate for a free sample of Enfamil Baby Formula.
Head over HERE to request a FREE Sample of Matrix Biolage Hydrathérapie Aqua Immersion Créme Masque! While supplies last!
Barnes and Noble: Head over Saturday and you’ll snag a coupon for a FREE Cup of Coffee (good for one complimentary non-customized tall-sized Starbucks freshly brewed coffee: hot or iced). when you have a bookseller give you a guided tour of the NOOK Color.
Head over HERE to request a Free Sample of Kirkland Signature NEW Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner from Costco! As of right now, you DO NOT need to be a Costco Member to request this! Allow 4 – 6 weeks for delivery!
If you are active duty in the United States Marine Corps and over the age of 18, here’s an opportunity to participate in a research study (which should take about 30 minutes of your time via an online questionnaire) and earn a $10 Walmart gift card in return! If you are interested in participating AND are a qualifying participant, head over here for more information and to complete the questionnaire.
RESTRAUNT DEALS
Next Friday (3/4) is “Free FryDay” at Chik-fil-A locations around the country. From the Facebook Page:Between 2 and 4 pm local time, ketchup lovers who ask for Heinz Dip & Squeeze and the Free FryDay promotion at all Chick-fil-A restaurants will receive a FREE medium order of Chick-fil-A Waffle Potato Fries®, limit one per customer. To find a loction near you, just head over HERE!
National Pancake Day is March 1st!IHOP will be serving FREE Pancakes from 7:00am – 10:00pm! Donations will go to support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and other local charities. Head over HERE for details!
Del Taco: Use the coupon here to snag a FREE shrimp taco with any purchase at participating locations (expires 3/4/11).
Fazoli’s: Join the Fazoli’s email club and you’ll receive an email for a free welcome gift (i.e. likely a free spaghetti entree) just for joining (may take 12-24 hours to arrive).
FREE COUPONS/DEALS
Recipe Nut is a great website that lets you save recipes from any source or site so that you have them when you need them, plus you have the abililty to share them with others!! You will also get coupons right from the Recipe Nut newsletter every other week!
Join HERE…it’s totally FREE!
HURRY over to Plum District! You will get a FREE $10 California Pizza Kitchen Gift Card when you refer two friends to Plum District! I’m sure this offer will go quickly!
Head to the Mission Facebook page, “like” them, and then click on the “Chips Across America” tab. Click on the red “Enter Now” button and then enter your email address.As more people “like” Mission on Facebook, if they get 15,000 or more “likes”, by March 2, 2011 at 8:59 PM PST, the coupon value will reach a FREE bag of Mission chips!On March 4th, you can get the coupon HERE.
Head over HERE to request a FREE Organize in Style coupon booklet. This coupon booklet has over $35 in P&G coupons including coupons for Cascade, Dawn, Febreze and more. Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery
Uddercovers is giving away $32 nursing covers for free with a promo code.
Go to the Udder Covers website, click on "Shop Now", select the product you would like (they also have 3 piece gift sets available with this promotion) and you will automatically be directed to the center of the page where you can enter in the promo code!
Type in "Family2011" and it will pull up the ones available. They are selling out fast. You can use the code more than once - you just have to open a new browser/window to do so. Good Luck!
(This promotion gives you a $32.00 discount off your total order no matter what you put in your cart! This promotion code is valid once per transaction, so you can order as many times as you would like!)
EVENTS
Saturday (2/26) 9am – 11am Target is hosting a FREE Dr.Seuss Storytime Event! Bring the kids to your local Target store to enjoy giveaways, coupons and hear Dr. Seuss favorites. Get all the info HERE!
This Saturday, 2/26, Lowes will have another FREE Build & Grow Workshop for kids. The project this week – they can build a Pull Back Race Car!Go HERE for more details and to register.
Over at Borders on Saturday (2/26) at 2pm they are having an Elmo’s Birthday Party which includes games, songs, giveaways and more! Go HERE to find a location near you and for more info! (scroll down to the bottom)
SHOPPING DEALS
Head over HERE to print a Bath & Body Coupon for a FREE Signature Collection Travel Size Item (up to $5 value) with any purchase! Coupon expires 3/9/11!
Dierbergs:
Quaker Oatmeal $1
Use $1/1 Coupon (1/2 RP)
Final Price = FREE
Kroger:
Colgate Toothpaste (6.4 oz) $.98
Use $.50/1 Coupon (2/13 SS) (dbls)
Final Price = FREE
Voskos Greek Yogurt (5.3 oz ) $1
Use $1/1 Printable Coupon HERE orUse $.75/1 Printable Coupon HERE
Final Price = as low as FREE
StarKist Tuna (5 oz Can or 2.6-3 oz Pouch) $1
Use $.50/1 Starkist Pouch Product Printable HERE (dbls)
Final Price = FREE
Target:
It is being reported that Target has some of their jeans on clearance for as low as $4.98 – $9.98Use $5/1 Women’s Denim Shorts, Pants or Capris Target Store Printable CouponFinal Price = FREE to $4.98
Up & Up Dental Floss (50 Yards) $.89
Use $1/1 Up & Up Oral Care Coupon Target Store Printable Coupon(coupon automatically adjusts down)
Final Price = FREE
Tony’s Crisp Crust Pizza 5/$5
Buy 7
Use (7) $.50/1 Coupons (2/13 SS) or $1/2 Printable HERE
Pay $3.50
Get $5 Target Gift Card
Final Price = ALL 7 FREE + $1.50 Money Maker
Walmart:
It is being reported that Walmart carries a (3 oz size) of Dial NutriSkin lotion for $1.97. Use the $2/1 Dial Nutriskin Lotion coupon (2/20 RP) to get it FREE!
Walgreens:
RepHresh Brilliant PH Tampons (18 pack) – $5.99Get $5 RR
Use $1/1 Printable Coupon HERE
Final Price = FREE
Dove Deodorant $1.99 with in ad coupon
Use $2/1 Coupon (1/30 RP)
Final Price = FREE
**Hand over store coupon last to avoid those dreaded beeps
REBATE DEAL
Check out this awesome FREE after rebate item! Currently, Costco has this Jumpstart Advanced Preschool World Premium Edition priced at just $19.99 with a $19.99 rebate, so essentially FREE! This same set costs over $25 on Amazon! …And the best part, you do NOT need to be a Costco member to score this freebie (just skip the member # option)! Keep in mind, If you’re not a member, you will have to pay a $1 non-member fee, but still a sweet deal! Also, everyone will pay a tax of $1.68.
The rebate offer is a limit of one per household. If you are not a Costco member, you’ll have to mail in your rebate using this form. If you’re in fact a member, then you’ll have the option to submit your rebate online. Once you have received your shipment confirmation email, visit the Costco.com rebate center and then you’ll be able to submit your rebate info.
*For additional details and restrictions contact Costco Rebate Customer Service at 1-866-355-3137.
**Make sure to check Clippin with Carie and Hip2Save for great deals all week. (Both can be found on my sidebar**
At Shop N Save, Saturday (2/26) ONLY - get a FREE 2 Liter of Sun Drop Soda with in-store coupon, Limit 1 coupon per customer… while supplies last
Go HERE to request a FREE Sample of Kirkland Signature Supreme Diapers from Costco. You DO NOT need to be a Costco member to request. Allow up to 4 weeks for delivery.
Head over HERE to request a FREE Beech-Nut Stage 4 Toddler Welcome Kit. It comes with a coupon for a Free Beech-Nut product.
Disney Junior is offering 39 different full episodes of some off their most popular shows online. Go HERE to start watching.Here are the episodes available:Agent Oso – 3 episodesChuggington – 4 episodesHandy Manny – 5 episodesImagination Movers – 5 episodesJungle Junction – 5 episodesLittle Einsteins – 3 episodesMickey Mouse Clubhouse – 5 episodesNeverland Pirates – 5 episodes
Request a FREE Sample of Playtex Sport. Sample includes: 2 regular, unscented, 1 super unscented, and a $1 coupon. While supplies last. Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery!
Head over HERE to sign up for the Tylenol Keep Moving Program. You’ll receive a FREE booklet filled with tips on diet, weight loss, exercise and more! PLUS when you register, you will receive a special gift, rumor has it that it’s a FREE exercise band! Allow 6 -8 weeks for delivery!
Head over HERE and sign up for FREE American Baby Magazine
Sign up HERE and receive a certificate for a free sample of Enfamil Baby Formula.
Head over HERE to request a FREE Sample of Matrix Biolage Hydrathérapie Aqua Immersion Créme Masque! While supplies last!
Barnes and Noble: Head over Saturday and you’ll snag a coupon for a FREE Cup of Coffee (good for one complimentary non-customized tall-sized Starbucks freshly brewed coffee: hot or iced). when you have a bookseller give you a guided tour of the NOOK Color.
Head over HERE to request a Free Sample of Kirkland Signature NEW Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner from Costco! As of right now, you DO NOT need to be a Costco Member to request this! Allow 4 – 6 weeks for delivery!
If you are active duty in the United States Marine Corps and over the age of 18, here’s an opportunity to participate in a research study (which should take about 30 minutes of your time via an online questionnaire) and earn a $10 Walmart gift card in return! If you are interested in participating AND are a qualifying participant, head over here for more information and to complete the questionnaire.
RESTRAUNT DEALS
Next Friday (3/4) is “Free FryDay” at Chik-fil-A locations around the country. From the Facebook Page:Between 2 and 4 pm local time, ketchup lovers who ask for Heinz Dip & Squeeze and the Free FryDay promotion at all Chick-fil-A restaurants will receive a FREE medium order of Chick-fil-A Waffle Potato Fries®, limit one per customer. To find a loction near you, just head over HERE!
National Pancake Day is March 1st!IHOP will be serving FREE Pancakes from 7:00am – 10:00pm! Donations will go to support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and other local charities. Head over HERE for details!
Del Taco: Use the coupon here to snag a FREE shrimp taco with any purchase at participating locations (expires 3/4/11).
Fazoli’s: Join the Fazoli’s email club and you’ll receive an email for a free welcome gift (i.e. likely a free spaghetti entree) just for joining (may take 12-24 hours to arrive).
FREE COUPONS/DEALS
Recipe Nut is a great website that lets you save recipes from any source or site so that you have them when you need them, plus you have the abililty to share them with others!! You will also get coupons right from the Recipe Nut newsletter every other week!
Join HERE…it’s totally FREE!
HURRY over to Plum District! You will get a FREE $10 California Pizza Kitchen Gift Card when you refer two friends to Plum District! I’m sure this offer will go quickly!
Head to the Mission Facebook page, “like” them, and then click on the “Chips Across America” tab. Click on the red “Enter Now” button and then enter your email address.As more people “like” Mission on Facebook, if they get 15,000 or more “likes”, by March 2, 2011 at 8:59 PM PST, the coupon value will reach a FREE bag of Mission chips!On March 4th, you can get the coupon HERE.
Head over HERE to request a FREE Organize in Style coupon booklet. This coupon booklet has over $35 in P&G coupons including coupons for Cascade, Dawn, Febreze and more. Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery
Uddercovers is giving away $32 nursing covers for free with a promo code.
Go to the Udder Covers website, click on "Shop Now", select the product you would like (they also have 3 piece gift sets available with this promotion) and you will automatically be directed to the center of the page where you can enter in the promo code!
Type in "Family2011" and it will pull up the ones available. They are selling out fast. You can use the code more than once - you just have to open a new browser/window to do so. Good Luck!
(This promotion gives you a $32.00 discount off your total order no matter what you put in your cart! This promotion code is valid once per transaction, so you can order as many times as you would like!)
EVENTS
Saturday (2/26) 9am – 11am Target is hosting a FREE Dr.Seuss Storytime Event! Bring the kids to your local Target store to enjoy giveaways, coupons and hear Dr. Seuss favorites. Get all the info HERE!
This Saturday, 2/26, Lowes will have another FREE Build & Grow Workshop for kids. The project this week – they can build a Pull Back Race Car!Go HERE for more details and to register.
Over at Borders on Saturday (2/26) at 2pm they are having an Elmo’s Birthday Party which includes games, songs, giveaways and more! Go HERE to find a location near you and for more info! (scroll down to the bottom)
SHOPPING DEALS
Head over HERE to print a Bath & Body Coupon for a FREE Signature Collection Travel Size Item (up to $5 value) with any purchase! Coupon expires 3/9/11!
Dierbergs:
Quaker Oatmeal $1
Use $1/1 Coupon (1/2 RP)
Final Price = FREE
Kroger:
Colgate Toothpaste (6.4 oz) $.98
Use $.50/1 Coupon (2/13 SS) (dbls)
Final Price = FREE
Voskos Greek Yogurt (5.3 oz ) $1
Use $1/1 Printable Coupon HERE orUse $.75/1 Printable Coupon HERE
Final Price = as low as FREE
StarKist Tuna (5 oz Can or 2.6-3 oz Pouch) $1
Use $.50/1 Starkist Pouch Product Printable HERE (dbls)
Final Price = FREE
Target:
It is being reported that Target has some of their jeans on clearance for as low as $4.98 – $9.98Use $5/1 Women’s Denim Shorts, Pants or Capris Target Store Printable CouponFinal Price = FREE to $4.98
Up & Up Dental Floss (50 Yards) $.89
Use $1/1 Up & Up Oral Care Coupon Target Store Printable Coupon(coupon automatically adjusts down)
Final Price = FREE
Tony’s Crisp Crust Pizza 5/$5
Buy 7
Use (7) $.50/1 Coupons (2/13 SS) or $1/2 Printable HERE
Pay $3.50
Get $5 Target Gift Card
Final Price = ALL 7 FREE + $1.50 Money Maker
Walmart:
It is being reported that Walmart carries a (3 oz size) of Dial NutriSkin lotion for $1.97. Use the $2/1 Dial Nutriskin Lotion coupon (2/20 RP) to get it FREE!
Walgreens:
RepHresh Brilliant PH Tampons (18 pack) – $5.99Get $5 RR
Use $1/1 Printable Coupon HERE
Final Price = FREE
Dove Deodorant $1.99 with in ad coupon
Use $2/1 Coupon (1/30 RP)
Final Price = FREE
**Hand over store coupon last to avoid those dreaded beeps
REBATE DEAL
Check out this awesome FREE after rebate item! Currently, Costco has this Jumpstart Advanced Preschool World Premium Edition priced at just $19.99 with a $19.99 rebate, so essentially FREE! This same set costs over $25 on Amazon! …And the best part, you do NOT need to be a Costco member to score this freebie (just skip the member # option)! Keep in mind, If you’re not a member, you will have to pay a $1 non-member fee, but still a sweet deal! Also, everyone will pay a tax of $1.68.
The rebate offer is a limit of one per household. If you are not a Costco member, you’ll have to mail in your rebate using this form. If you’re in fact a member, then you’ll have the option to submit your rebate online. Once you have received your shipment confirmation email, visit the Costco.com rebate center and then you’ll be able to submit your rebate info.
*For additional details and restrictions contact Costco Rebate Customer Service at 1-866-355-3137.
**Make sure to check Clippin with Carie and Hip2Save for great deals all week. (Both can be found on my sidebar**
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Saving money, making money...free offer. Whew. :)
Ok, so I wasn't sure how to get this word out, so I thought this would be best. As most of you probably know, I've been homeschooling Kai in kindergarten this year. We use Sonlight curriculum, which has been absolutely wonderful. As I was looking through the curriculum book list, I realized that many of them were Usborne books. We love Usborne books (in fact, my kids regularly fall asleep with them.) A couple of ladies in our church who are homeschooling (or planning to homeschool) sell these books. Since we already are purchasing these books and absolutely love them, I thought I'd sign up to sell them too. The only reason I'm willing to do this is because there are no quotas, no required amounts to sell, you get the start up kit and you're in for life. The books are reasonably priced, educational and I can use my own books as display. Super easy and extremely low commitment. I have three kids under four, one on the way, homeschool and run a non-profit. I don't have time to be trying to sell stuff. But if I can get the books cheap/free, make a little extra money and make a product we already love available to the people we love, sign me up! :)
So the reason for this post is NOT to get you to go buy Usborne books from me. In fact it's just an offer. The January deal for signing up was buy one kit get one free. Obviously I have no need for two kits. So I have a free one to give away. If any of you, (perhaps you stay at home moms), would like to look into this opportunity, feel free to check out www.Usborne.com and have a look around. If it seems like something that might interest you (who doesn't love free books???), let me know and I'll get you the link for the free kit. (the kit alone includes 8 books, so there's 8 free books right off the bat) There is no more required cost after this kit, so if the kit is free...well...you can do the math. :)
Just wanted to give this away in case someone else was interested.
So the reason for this post is NOT to get you to go buy Usborne books from me. In fact it's just an offer. The January deal for signing up was buy one kit get one free. Obviously I have no need for two kits. So I have a free one to give away. If any of you, (perhaps you stay at home moms), would like to look into this opportunity, feel free to check out www.Usborne.com and have a look around. If it seems like something that might interest you (who doesn't love free books???), let me know and I'll get you the link for the free kit. (the kit alone includes 8 books, so there's 8 free books right off the bat) There is no more required cost after this kit, so if the kit is free...well...you can do the math. :)
Just wanted to give this away in case someone else was interested.
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Friday Freebies
Miscellaneous Free Deals:
Friday (1/21) between 7 am and 4 pm ONLY, you can go HERE to subscribe to the Sunday St Louis Post Dispatch for $.99 each plus get a FREE Shop N Save gift card for up to $40.
The Sunday paper is normally $2. So this is a pretty good deal if you get it every week anyway.
Go HERE to download a FREE eCookbook: 39 Appetizer Recipes and Party Pleasers, features 60 pages of recipes for easy appetizers and party pleasers! The recipes include chicken wing recipes, dips and spreads, bruschetta, and a whole lot more.
Head over HERE to download 2 FREE Valentine’s Day Craft Books – Cupid’s Handmade Crafts eBook and Valentine’s Day Crafts from Famous Bloggers
Get a Free Photo Pursebook from Walgreens now thru 1/22! Use the code PURSE at checkout to get this deal! Just pay shipping
Head over to Pampers and register to receive a FREE Potty Training Kit!
Kit includes:
Free Easy Ups Sample
Stickers & Chart
High Value coupons
Dora or Diego Trophy
You will be able to select “girl” or “boy” when you fill out the form. Limit one per household
Head over HERE to get a FREE Betty Crocker Soups, Stews, and Chili’s eCookbook
FREE Blockbuster Movie Rental: Use code MRC37H to get a one night FREE movie rental (code expires 2/25/11)
Get a coupon for a FREE can of Chef Boyardee. This is for the first 50,000 only and should arrive by mail.
Hubby and I love Sister Hazel, so this one was very exciting! Go HERE to get 8 FREE Sister Hazel song downloads!
Free Events:
This Saturday, 1/22, Lowes will have another FREE Build & Grow Workshop for kids.
The project this week - they can build a Ball Toss Game!
Go HERE for more details and to register.
Free Samples:
Go over HERE to request a FREE sample of Cover Girl Natureluxe foundation. Allow up to 4 weeks for delivery.
Go HERE to request a FREE Sample of DenTek Comfort Clean Floss Picks! Allow up to 6 weeks for delivery.
Go HERE to the Walmart site, to request a FREE sample of Beneful Brand Dog Food IncrediBites
Head over HERE to request a FREE Sample of John Frieda Hair Care Products!
Go HERE to request a FREE Sample of new Lacoste Joy Of Pink Perfume
Valspar is giving away 1,000 Paint Project starter kits, each day for 100 days! The project starter kit includes: your choice of color 8oz sample of paint, mini roller, tray, coordinating color chips and a $5 off coupon!!
Head over to the Valspar Paint Facebook Page to get yours!
Sign up HERE to get a FREE BeingGirl Sample Kit! The kit includes 3 Tampax Pearl Tampons (1 Regular, 1 Light, 1 Compak Light), 2 Always Ultra Thin Pads (1 Regular, 1 Long/Super) & 2 Always Thin Liners.
Head over HERE to request a FREE Sample of All Natural Young Again Cat Food
Walmart has a new FREEBIE available for us!! Go HERE to request a FREE Sample of Nexxus Pro Mend! Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery
Go HERE to get a FREE sample of Rimmel's new Sweet Jelly Lip Gloss.
Go HERE to get a FREE sample pack of Olay products.
Go HERE to get a FREE sample of Crest 3D White Whitestrips.
Go HERE to get a FREE Power Bar Gel Blast sample.
Go HERE for a FREE sample of Maggi Soup.
Store Deals:
Schnucks:
Hartz Crunch & Clean Dog Treats $2Use $2/1 Coupon (1/9 SS)Final Price= FREE
Walgreens:
Vicks VapoDrops $.99Use $1/1 Any Vicks Product Coupon (12/26 or 1/16 P&G)Final Price = FREE
Vicks Products $5(20 ct. NyQuil or DayQuil or 10 oz. Liquid, 6 oz. Formula 44)Get $10 RR wyb $20 worthWORKING THIS DEAL:Buy (4) Sinex NyQuil or DayQuilUse (4) $4/1 Sinex Coupon (12/26 P&G)Final Price = All 4 FREE + $6 Money Maker
Joint Juice Glucosamine Chondroitin (20 oz) $10Get $10 RR wyb 1Use $1/1 Joint Juice Printable HERE or FF HEREFinal Price = FREE + $1 Money Maker
ThermaCare Pain Relief $2.50(trial size neck, shoulder & wrist heatwrap)Get $2.50 RR wyb 1Use $1/1 Printable Coupon HEREFinal Price = FREE + $1 Money Maker
Full fast Appetite Control Spray (2 oz) $10Get $10 RR wyb 1Final Price = FREE
Target:
Reach Dental Floss $.97(look for the Green & Black Package in the regular denatl care aisle)Use $1/1 Reach Floss Coupons.com or SmartSourceFinal Price = FREE
Good Life Recipe Food for Cats (3.5 oz trays) $.77Use $1/1 Coupon (no size restrictions) (1/2 RP)Final Price = FREE
Restraunt Deals:
Print THIS COUPON to get a FREE Waffle at Waffle House! Coupon Expires 3/1/11! Limit one coupon per customer.
When you “LIKE” O’Charley’s on Facebook you will be able to print a coupon for a FREE Appetizer when you purchase an entree.
Friday (1/21) between 7 am and 4 pm ONLY, you can go HERE to subscribe to the Sunday St Louis Post Dispatch for $.99 each plus get a FREE Shop N Save gift card for up to $40.
The Sunday paper is normally $2. So this is a pretty good deal if you get it every week anyway.
Go HERE to download a FREE eCookbook: 39 Appetizer Recipes and Party Pleasers, features 60 pages of recipes for easy appetizers and party pleasers! The recipes include chicken wing recipes, dips and spreads, bruschetta, and a whole lot more.
Head over HERE to download 2 FREE Valentine’s Day Craft Books – Cupid’s Handmade Crafts eBook and Valentine’s Day Crafts from Famous Bloggers
Get a Free Photo Pursebook from Walgreens now thru 1/22! Use the code PURSE at checkout to get this deal! Just pay shipping
Head over to Pampers and register to receive a FREE Potty Training Kit!
Kit includes:
Free Easy Ups Sample
Stickers & Chart
High Value coupons
Dora or Diego Trophy
You will be able to select “girl” or “boy” when you fill out the form. Limit one per household
Head over HERE to get a FREE Betty Crocker Soups, Stews, and Chili’s eCookbook
FREE Blockbuster Movie Rental: Use code MRC37H to get a one night FREE movie rental (code expires 2/25/11)
Get a coupon for a FREE can of Chef Boyardee. This is for the first 50,000 only and should arrive by mail.
Hubby and I love Sister Hazel, so this one was very exciting! Go HERE to get 8 FREE Sister Hazel song downloads!
Free Events:
This Saturday, 1/22, Lowes will have another FREE Build & Grow Workshop for kids.
The project this week - they can build a Ball Toss Game!
Go HERE for more details and to register.
Free Samples:
Go over HERE to request a FREE sample of Cover Girl Natureluxe foundation. Allow up to 4 weeks for delivery.
Go HERE to request a FREE Sample of DenTek Comfort Clean Floss Picks! Allow up to 6 weeks for delivery.
Go HERE to the Walmart site, to request a FREE sample of Beneful Brand Dog Food IncrediBites
Head over HERE to request a FREE Sample of John Frieda Hair Care Products!
Go HERE to request a FREE Sample of new Lacoste Joy Of Pink Perfume
Valspar is giving away 1,000 Paint Project starter kits, each day for 100 days! The project starter kit includes: your choice of color 8oz sample of paint, mini roller, tray, coordinating color chips and a $5 off coupon!!
Head over to the Valspar Paint Facebook Page to get yours!
Sign up HERE to get a FREE BeingGirl Sample Kit! The kit includes 3 Tampax Pearl Tampons (1 Regular, 1 Light, 1 Compak Light), 2 Always Ultra Thin Pads (1 Regular, 1 Long/Super) & 2 Always Thin Liners.
Head over HERE to request a FREE Sample of All Natural Young Again Cat Food
Walmart has a new FREEBIE available for us!! Go HERE to request a FREE Sample of Nexxus Pro Mend! Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery
Go HERE to get a FREE sample of Rimmel's new Sweet Jelly Lip Gloss.
Go HERE to get a FREE sample pack of Olay products.
Go HERE to get a FREE sample of Crest 3D White Whitestrips.
Go HERE to get a FREE Power Bar Gel Blast sample.
Go HERE for a FREE sample of Maggi Soup.
Store Deals:
Schnucks:
Hartz Crunch & Clean Dog Treats $2Use $2/1 Coupon (1/9 SS)Final Price= FREE
Walgreens:
Vicks VapoDrops $.99Use $1/1 Any Vicks Product Coupon (12/26 or 1/16 P&G)Final Price = FREE
Vicks Products $5(20 ct. NyQuil or DayQuil or 10 oz. Liquid, 6 oz. Formula 44)Get $10 RR wyb $20 worthWORKING THIS DEAL:Buy (4) Sinex NyQuil or DayQuilUse (4) $4/1 Sinex Coupon (12/26 P&G)Final Price = All 4 FREE + $6 Money Maker
Joint Juice Glucosamine Chondroitin (20 oz) $10Get $10 RR wyb 1Use $1/1 Joint Juice Printable HERE or FF HEREFinal Price = FREE + $1 Money Maker
ThermaCare Pain Relief $2.50(trial size neck, shoulder & wrist heatwrap)Get $2.50 RR wyb 1Use $1/1 Printable Coupon HEREFinal Price = FREE + $1 Money Maker
Full fast Appetite Control Spray (2 oz) $10Get $10 RR wyb 1Final Price = FREE
Target:
Reach Dental Floss $.97(look for the Green & Black Package in the regular denatl care aisle)Use $1/1 Reach Floss Coupons.com or SmartSourceFinal Price = FREE
Good Life Recipe Food for Cats (3.5 oz trays) $.77Use $1/1 Coupon (no size restrictions) (1/2 RP)Final Price = FREE
Restraunt Deals:
Print THIS COUPON to get a FREE Waffle at Waffle House! Coupon Expires 3/1/11! Limit one coupon per customer.
When you “LIKE” O’Charley’s on Facebook you will be able to print a coupon for a FREE Appetizer when you purchase an entree.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Friday Freebies are baaaacckkk...(and early- go me!)
Restraunt Deals:
Now thru 1/25, over at Quiznos you can get FREE Chips & Regular Fountain Drink wyb any Regular Sub, Large Sub, or Regular Chopped Salad with THIS COUPON or $5 Off $25 or more Delivery Order
Go HERE to print a FREE Chicken Fajita Pita wyb a large drink Coupon from Jack in the Box! This coupon expires 1/31/11.
You may want to pick up a Starbucks Gift Card and load maybe like $5 on it, then register your Starbucks Gift Card to make sure you are getting FREE drinks and perks from Starbucks!
**You get a FREE drink of your choice on your birthday!! (even if you don’t use the card again, that’s a FREE drink)
**You get Syrups and Soy Milk at no extra charge when paying with a registered card
**For every purchase made using your Registered Starbucks Card, you receive a star and for every 15 stars you accumulate, you will receive a postcard in the mail for a FREE drink of your choice!
At participating Arby's locations from now through 1/17/11, you can get a FREE 22 oz beverage when you purchase any size snack, using THIS COUPON.
White Castle: B1G1 FREE Breakfast Sandwich Coupon (coupon expires 1/22)
Head over HERE to print your Subway coupon good for B1G1 FREE 6 inch sub with purchase of medium drink. Coupon expires 1/31.
Other Deals:
If you have a Kindle, here’s a FREE eBook for you! Head over to Amazon to download a FREE copy of The Teachable Moment: Seizing the Instants When Children Learn
.
Vistaprint is offering 6 of their top products FREE! You just pay shipping and handling.
Choose from: 250 Business Cards, Photo Wall Calendar, 140 Return Address Labels, Pad of Sticky Notes, 10 Folded Note Cards or a Stamp!
Below you will find the starting shipping prices for each of the offered items:
Free Business Cards: $5.67
Calendar: $5.67
Return Address Labels: $3.07
Sticky Notes: $4.57
Note Cards: $4.68
Stamp: $6.31
Go HERE to check it out!
FREE Sample of Playtex Sport can be found here.
Head over HERE to download The Biggest Loser and SUBWAY© Workout Mix – Wake Up and Workout. Songs include:
“Forget You” – Cee Lo Green
“Just a Dream” – Nelly
“The Time (Dirty Bit)” – Black Eyed Peas
“We R Who We R” – Ke$ha
“DJ Got Us Fallin In Love Again” – Usher feat. Pitbull
“Whats My Name” – Rihanna feat. Drake
Go HERE to request 5 FREE NESCAFÉ® Taster’s Choice® gourmet coffee single-serve stick packs. Allow 6 -8 week for delivery!
Go HERE to request a Free Sample of Nature’s Select Premium Pet Foods.
Visit the Flexitol website to request a FREE sample of Flexitol Medicated Foot Cream. Look on the left side once you’ve clicked on the link, then click on ”Receive FREE Samples”.
Head on over HERE to request a Free Sample of Cinnabon Cream of Wheat. Allow up to 8 weeks for delivery.
Blockbuster Express is offering a Free One Night Rental when you use promo code ESU11B (valid thru 1/18)
Head on over HERE and log in or sign up to Disney Movie Rewards and enter code T5WM52PA7L to recieve 5 Free points.
Head over HERE to request a FREE sample of Crest 3D Whitestrips with Advanced Seal No Slip Technology! Allow up to 4 weeks for delivery!
Go HERE to request a FREE GoodNites Sample!
Head over HERE to request a coupon for a FREE Bottle of Country Bob’s All Purpose Sauce! This coupon will get to you via snail mail!
If you are looking for something to do with the kids and want to stay out of the elements, maybe head on over to the St. Louis Science Center with this Printable B1G1 FREE admission to the Grossology Exhibit Coupon from Dierberg’s.
FINE PRINT: Buy 1 full price non member admission to this exhibition, receive 1 FREE ticket of equal or lesser value. Coupon expires 3/11/11! Limit 4
Go HERE to request a free hand washing timer for kids from the American Public Health Association.
Go HERE to print a rebate form for free World's Best Cat Litter.
Walmart:
Maalox Advanced Maximum Strength Chewable Tablets (90 ct) at some Walmart stores is priced from $4.52 to $4.97! (All Walmarts are different, check yours)
Use the $5/1 Coupon (1/9 SS) to get it FREE!
Target:
Over at Target the bags are priced right around $1.29
Use $.50/1 Target Store Printable Coupon
PLUS
Use $1/1 Any Hall’s Cough Drops Printable HERE
Final Price = FREE
Reach Dental Floss $.97
Use $1/1 Reach Floss Coupons.com or SmartSource
Final Price = FREE
Good Life Recipe Food for Cats (3.5 oz trays) $.77
Use $1/1 Coupon (no size restrictions) (1/2 RP)Final Price = FREE
Walgreens:
Go! Kids Multi-Vitamin Gummies (60 ct) $5Get $5 RR wyb 1 Final Price = FREE
Stayfree 28-48 ct (Online Price starts at $6.49)
Use B1G1 Stayfree Product Coupon (1/9 SS) (up to $6 value)
PLUS
Use $1/1 Stayfree Coupon (11/7 RP) or Printable SmartSource WORKING THIS DEAL:Buy 2 Stayfree at $6.49
HAND OVER COUPONS IN THIS ORDER:
Use B1G1 Stayfree Product Coupon (1/9 SS) (up to $6 value)
Plus
Use $1/1 Stayfree Coupon (11/7 RP) or Printable SmartSource
Plus
Use $3 Off in ad coupon (auto deducts $6)Final Price: BOTH FREE
PillGlide Spray $5 (month long deal)Get $5 RR wyb 1
Final Price = FREE
CVS:
Starting next week (1/16) over at CVS, Orbit gum will be B1G1 FREE and there is a B1G1 Pritnable Coupon available HERE and HERE (click Special Savings).
GasX/Maalox/Prevacid/BenefiberGet $10 ECB wyb $20 worth (limit 1)
COUPONS AVAILABLE:
$1/1 Gas-X Coupon (1/9 SS)
$5/1 Maalox Coupon (1/9 SS)
$3/1 Prevacid 24HR Coupon (1/9 SS)
$2/1 Benefiber Coupon (1/9 SS)DEAL IDEA:
Buy (4) Maalox prices start at $5.49 (online price) = $21.98
Use (4) $5/1 Any Maalox Product Coupons (1/9 SS) (-$20)
Pay $1.98Get $10 ECB
Final Price = 4 FREE + $8.02 Money Maker
Lysol, Finish or Airwick (Limit 1)
Get $10 ECB wyb $20
Electrasol Finish tabs $3
Buy (7) = $21
Use (7) $2.25/1 Finish Coupon (1/2 SS)
Pay $4.75 Get $10 ECB
Final Price = FREE + $5.25 Money Maker
or
Airwick refills 2pk, Fresh Matic refill, i-motion refill or kit $5
Buy (4) i-Motion Kits = $20
Use (4) $3/1 Airwick i-Motion Coupons (1/2 SS)
Pay $8Get $10 ECB
Final Price = FREE + $2 Money Maker
Snickers Singles $.89Get $.89 ECB (limit 1)
Final Price = Free
Hershey’s Drops or Reeses Cup Minis (king size - 2.1-2.5 oz.) $1.59Get $1.59 ECB (limit 1)
Final Price = Free
Grocery Deals:
Here’s a $1/1 Horizon Organic Product Coupon that is good on any product. If your store sells the 8oz Singles of Horizon Organic Milk you may be able to get them super cheap to possibly FREE if they are on sale. You should be able to print the coupon twice.
Kellogg’s is offering FREE Fiber Plus Cereal after rebate! Print this REBATE FORM and send it in along with your receipt and proof of purchase from the box!
Use this $1/1 Fiber Plus Cereal Coupon to keep your out of pocket expenses down.
When you purchase a box of Wheatables Original or Honey Wheat submit this mail in rebate to get it FREE (up to $3.89). Purchase by 3/30/11! Limit 1 per household!
Go HERE to get a coupon for a free cup of Yoplait Yogurt.
Kroger:
Pure Protein Bars $1
Use B1G1 FREE Coupon (1/9 RP) and
Use $1/1 Printable HERE
Final Price= FREE wyb 2
Free Events:
The Magic House holds Target Free Family Nights every third Friday of the month from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. These special nights enable a family (no more than two adults and four of their own children) to enjoy more than 100 hands-on exhibits in the museum at no charge through the generosity of Target. Reservations are not required. This month's date is January 21st.
Upcoming Walmart FREE Sampling Events!! Click on EACH link separately to see the date and time your store is participating
Marathon® Protein Bar Sampling Event (1/13 – 1/16)
Sampling Event with SmartOnes® and I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter (1/14 – 1/15)
Dannon® Yogurt and Citrus Sampling Event (1/14 & 1/16)
Jergens® Moisturizing Collection Sampling and Demonstration Event (1/15 – 1/16)
L’Oreal® Paris Youth Code™ Sampling and Demonstration Event (1/16)
Sampling Event with Special K® and Dannon® (1/16)
Wisk Demonstration Event (1/20)
JELL-O Temptations Sampling Event (1/20)
Walmart Game Time Sampling Event with Cheez-It and Tyson Honey BBQ Chicken Strips (1/20)
Starting today (1/13) at 6pm, head over to Borders for a Family Game Night! If you can’t make it this time, they are also having this event the remaining Thursdays in January (1/13, 1/20 and 1/27)! Go HERE to find a location near you!
Now thru 1/25, over at Quiznos you can get FREE Chips & Regular Fountain Drink wyb any Regular Sub, Large Sub, or Regular Chopped Salad with THIS COUPON or $5 Off $25 or more Delivery Order
Go HERE to print a FREE Chicken Fajita Pita wyb a large drink Coupon from Jack in the Box! This coupon expires 1/31/11.
You may want to pick up a Starbucks Gift Card and load maybe like $5 on it, then register your Starbucks Gift Card to make sure you are getting FREE drinks and perks from Starbucks!
**You get a FREE drink of your choice on your birthday!! (even if you don’t use the card again, that’s a FREE drink)
**You get Syrups and Soy Milk at no extra charge when paying with a registered card
**For every purchase made using your Registered Starbucks Card, you receive a star and for every 15 stars you accumulate, you will receive a postcard in the mail for a FREE drink of your choice!
At participating Arby's locations from now through 1/17/11, you can get a FREE 22 oz beverage when you purchase any size snack, using THIS COUPON.
White Castle: B1G1 FREE Breakfast Sandwich Coupon (coupon expires 1/22)
Head over HERE to print your Subway coupon good for B1G1 FREE 6 inch sub with purchase of medium drink. Coupon expires 1/31.
Other Deals:
If you have a Kindle, here’s a FREE eBook for you! Head over to Amazon to download a FREE copy of The Teachable Moment: Seizing the Instants When Children Learn
.Vistaprint is offering 6 of their top products FREE! You just pay shipping and handling.
Choose from: 250 Business Cards, Photo Wall Calendar, 140 Return Address Labels, Pad of Sticky Notes, 10 Folded Note Cards or a Stamp!
Below you will find the starting shipping prices for each of the offered items:
Free Business Cards: $5.67
Calendar: $5.67
Return Address Labels: $3.07
Sticky Notes: $4.57
Note Cards: $4.68
Stamp: $6.31
Go HERE to check it out!
FREE Sample of Playtex Sport can be found here.
Head over HERE to download The Biggest Loser and SUBWAY© Workout Mix – Wake Up and Workout. Songs include:
“Forget You” – Cee Lo Green
“Just a Dream” – Nelly
“The Time (Dirty Bit)” – Black Eyed Peas
“We R Who We R” – Ke$ha
“DJ Got Us Fallin In Love Again” – Usher feat. Pitbull
“Whats My Name” – Rihanna feat. Drake
Go HERE to request 5 FREE NESCAFÉ® Taster’s Choice® gourmet coffee single-serve stick packs. Allow 6 -8 week for delivery!
Go HERE to request a Free Sample of Nature’s Select Premium Pet Foods.
Visit the Flexitol website to request a FREE sample of Flexitol Medicated Foot Cream. Look on the left side once you’ve clicked on the link, then click on ”Receive FREE Samples”.
Head on over HERE to request a Free Sample of Cinnabon Cream of Wheat. Allow up to 8 weeks for delivery.
Blockbuster Express is offering a Free One Night Rental when you use promo code ESU11B (valid thru 1/18)
Head on over HERE and log in or sign up to Disney Movie Rewards and enter code T5WM52PA7L to recieve 5 Free points.
Head over HERE to request a FREE sample of Crest 3D Whitestrips with Advanced Seal No Slip Technology! Allow up to 4 weeks for delivery!
Go HERE to request a FREE GoodNites Sample!
Head over HERE to request a coupon for a FREE Bottle of Country Bob’s All Purpose Sauce! This coupon will get to you via snail mail!
If you are looking for something to do with the kids and want to stay out of the elements, maybe head on over to the St. Louis Science Center with this Printable B1G1 FREE admission to the Grossology Exhibit Coupon from Dierberg’s.
FINE PRINT: Buy 1 full price non member admission to this exhibition, receive 1 FREE ticket of equal or lesser value. Coupon expires 3/11/11! Limit 4
Go HERE to request a free hand washing timer for kids from the American Public Health Association.
Go HERE to print a rebate form for free World's Best Cat Litter.
Walmart:
Maalox Advanced Maximum Strength Chewable Tablets (90 ct) at some Walmart stores is priced from $4.52 to $4.97! (All Walmarts are different, check yours)
Use the $5/1 Coupon (1/9 SS) to get it FREE!
Target:
Over at Target the bags are priced right around $1.29
Use $.50/1 Target Store Printable Coupon
PLUS
Use $1/1 Any Hall’s Cough Drops Printable HERE
Final Price = FREE
Reach Dental Floss $.97
Use $1/1 Reach Floss Coupons.com or SmartSource
Final Price = FREE
Good Life Recipe Food for Cats (3.5 oz trays) $.77
Use $1/1 Coupon (no size restrictions) (1/2 RP)Final Price = FREE
Walgreens:
Go! Kids Multi-Vitamin Gummies (60 ct) $5Get $5 RR wyb 1 Final Price = FREE
Stayfree 28-48 ct (Online Price starts at $6.49)
Use B1G1 Stayfree Product Coupon (1/9 SS) (up to $6 value)
PLUS
Use $1/1 Stayfree Coupon (11/7 RP) or Printable SmartSource WORKING THIS DEAL:Buy 2 Stayfree at $6.49
HAND OVER COUPONS IN THIS ORDER:
Use B1G1 Stayfree Product Coupon (1/9 SS) (up to $6 value)
Plus
Use $1/1 Stayfree Coupon (11/7 RP) or Printable SmartSource
Plus
Use $3 Off in ad coupon (auto deducts $6)Final Price: BOTH FREE
PillGlide Spray $5 (month long deal)Get $5 RR wyb 1
Final Price = FREE
CVS:
Starting next week (1/16) over at CVS, Orbit gum will be B1G1 FREE and there is a B1G1 Pritnable Coupon available HERE and HERE (click Special Savings).
GasX/Maalox/Prevacid/BenefiberGet $10 ECB wyb $20 worth (limit 1)
COUPONS AVAILABLE:
$1/1 Gas-X Coupon (1/9 SS)
$5/1 Maalox Coupon (1/9 SS)
$3/1 Prevacid 24HR Coupon (1/9 SS)
$2/1 Benefiber Coupon (1/9 SS)DEAL IDEA:
Buy (4) Maalox prices start at $5.49 (online price) = $21.98
Use (4) $5/1 Any Maalox Product Coupons (1/9 SS) (-$20)
Pay $1.98Get $10 ECB
Final Price = 4 FREE + $8.02 Money Maker
Lysol, Finish or Airwick (Limit 1)
Get $10 ECB wyb $20
Electrasol Finish tabs $3
Buy (7) = $21
Use (7) $2.25/1 Finish Coupon (1/2 SS)
Pay $4.75 Get $10 ECB
Final Price = FREE + $5.25 Money Maker
or
Airwick refills 2pk, Fresh Matic refill, i-motion refill or kit $5
Buy (4) i-Motion Kits = $20
Use (4) $3/1 Airwick i-Motion Coupons (1/2 SS)
Pay $8Get $10 ECB
Final Price = FREE + $2 Money Maker
Snickers Singles $.89Get $.89 ECB (limit 1)
Final Price = Free
Hershey’s Drops or Reeses Cup Minis (king size - 2.1-2.5 oz.) $1.59Get $1.59 ECB (limit 1)
Final Price = Free
Grocery Deals:
Here’s a $1/1 Horizon Organic Product Coupon that is good on any product. If your store sells the 8oz Singles of Horizon Organic Milk you may be able to get them super cheap to possibly FREE if they are on sale. You should be able to print the coupon twice.
Kellogg’s is offering FREE Fiber Plus Cereal after rebate! Print this REBATE FORM and send it in along with your receipt and proof of purchase from the box!
Use this $1/1 Fiber Plus Cereal Coupon to keep your out of pocket expenses down.
When you purchase a box of Wheatables Original or Honey Wheat submit this mail in rebate to get it FREE (up to $3.89). Purchase by 3/30/11! Limit 1 per household!
Go HERE to get a coupon for a free cup of Yoplait Yogurt.
Kroger:
Pure Protein Bars $1
Use B1G1 FREE Coupon (1/9 RP) and
Use $1/1 Printable HERE
Final Price= FREE wyb 2
Free Events:
The Magic House holds Target Free Family Nights every third Friday of the month from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. These special nights enable a family (no more than two adults and four of their own children) to enjoy more than 100 hands-on exhibits in the museum at no charge through the generosity of Target. Reservations are not required. This month's date is January 21st.
Upcoming Walmart FREE Sampling Events!! Click on EACH link separately to see the date and time your store is participating
Marathon® Protein Bar Sampling Event (1/13 – 1/16)
Sampling Event with SmartOnes® and I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter (1/14 – 1/15)
Dannon® Yogurt and Citrus Sampling Event (1/14 & 1/16)
Jergens® Moisturizing Collection Sampling and Demonstration Event (1/15 – 1/16)
L’Oreal® Paris Youth Code™ Sampling and Demonstration Event (1/16)
Sampling Event with Special K® and Dannon® (1/16)
Wisk Demonstration Event (1/20)
JELL-O Temptations Sampling Event (1/20)
Walmart Game Time Sampling Event with Cheez-It and Tyson Honey BBQ Chicken Strips (1/20)
Starting today (1/13) at 6pm, head over to Borders for a Family Game Night! If you can’t make it this time, they are also having this event the remaining Thursdays in January (1/13, 1/20 and 1/27)! Go HERE to find a location near you!
Sunday, January 9, 2011
My Name is Lindsay and I am Addicted to Couponing
I've been watching the past year or so as many of my friends have become frugal, coupon-clipping crazy people like me. I love it. I've been couponing for awhile now and I'm a complete addict. I love to get a deal and I LOATHE paying full price for anything. Some may call that cheap...I think there's a huge difference between cheap and frugal, but that's a different blog altogether.
What I get asked most often when people hear that I coupon is how I organize my coupons. So I'll show you around my system but before I do, please know that there is no right way to organize ANYTHING. Only what works for YOU.
There are several different ways you can organize your coupons. If you are someone who clips coupons for items you're going to be purchasing at the store anyway, you probably only have a handful of coupons and they could probably be carried in a small accordian file. They have coupon organizers made for that very purpose. My favorite that I've seen can be attached to your shopping cart handle. How nice is that?
For those of you who are a bit more "intense" about your couponing, like me, a small file just isn't going to cut it. I am a stockpiler. We live 20-30 minutes from the nearest grocery store and have three small children. In the winter, you never know how long you might be in your house without being able to go to the store. So it's just smart to have a stockpile. But emergencies aside, I like stockpiling because I almost never pay full price on anything. I stock up when it's ridiculously cheap and then I shop my own store room instead of heading back out to the store to buy full price.
We have an unfinished part of our basement and my husband filled one wall with shelves for my stockpile. It started out with half a wall, but the stockpile grew into a mini-mart and we had to get more shelves. We also purchased a chest freezer last year to complete the room. :)
What I get asked most often when people hear that I coupon is how I organize my coupons. So I'll show you around my system but before I do, please know that there is no right way to organize ANYTHING. Only what works for YOU.
There are several different ways you can organize your coupons. If you are someone who clips coupons for items you're going to be purchasing at the store anyway, you probably only have a handful of coupons and they could probably be carried in a small accordian file. They have coupon organizers made for that very purpose. My favorite that I've seen can be attached to your shopping cart handle. How nice is that?
For those of you who are a bit more "intense" about your couponing, like me, a small file just isn't going to cut it. I am a stockpiler. We live 20-30 minutes from the nearest grocery store and have three small children. In the winter, you never know how long you might be in your house without being able to go to the store. So it's just smart to have a stockpile. But emergencies aside, I like stockpiling because I almost never pay full price on anything. I stock up when it's ridiculously cheap and then I shop my own store room instead of heading back out to the store to buy full price.
We have an unfinished part of our basement and my husband filled one wall with shelves for my stockpile. It started out with half a wall, but the stockpile grew into a mini-mart and we had to get more shelves. We also purchased a chest freezer last year to complete the room. :)
I have the store room organized by category similar to what you would find at an actual store. That way I can find things easily, or I can send someone else down to get something without them having to search every square inch of shelving.
Ok, but enough about the stockpile. Let's talk about the coupons. Since I stockpile, I'm looking for the best deal no matter what the name brand or whether I need it "that week" or not. I'm going to be buy what's cheap to free. So I clip virtually EVERY coupon from the Sunday paper. You never know what's going to be on sale, so I save them all. I used to print every coupon that I might need, but decided that was just wasteful in my situation and began printing out only ones that I knew I was going to use in the future or that were needed for a deal that week. Yes, I've missed a few deals because a coupon was no longer printing when I wanted it, but in the long run, with the price of ink, I think I'm better off.
So I have all the coupons from the paper every week, sometimes a couple of papers if I know the inserts are going to be good ones. I also keep coupons I find in the stores, peelies that I didn't use, tear pad coupons, coupon books, coupons I get in the mail or in email, etc. So that adds up to a TON of coupons.
You could organize your coupons by insert you found them in, or expiration date if that works for you. I personally organize mine in a Coupon Clutch. You can purchase them or make one yourself. Basically it's a three ring binder in a fabric sleeve that velcros shut and straps so you can carry it like a purse. I like that the velcro sides keep my coupons from falling out the top of the binder.
I put all my coupons in trading card sleeves. Believe it or not, I had a hard time finding these, but finally found them near the registers in Target near the Pokemon things. I have three basic categories in my binder.
1. Grocery
2. Home
3. Personal
Any coupons for food items go under grocery. Any coupons for items for the home (i.e. toilet paper, aluminum foil, batteries, etc.) go in that category. Personal items include toothbrushes, deodorant, makeup, medicines, etc.
Within each of the three categories I've alphabetized the coupons. So for instance, if you open my binder and go to the grocery section you'll find A-Z (at least one page for each letter, sometimes more as needed). Under A you'd find Argo cornstarch, Archway cookies, Atkins shakes, Alouette cheese, Arnold bread, etc. Each brand has it's own "pocket" on the page. (The only exception for this is items that have more than one "type" of product, for instance Betty Crocker has baking mixes, instant potatoes, fruit snacks...so although they are all under Grocery in the "B" section, they each have their own pocket to make it easier for me to find. Also ones with lots of coupons like Pillsbury are divided into types.)
Now before you go thinking that this system is so terribly hard and time consuming think of it this way. After the initial set-up, which may take a little while, you know exactly where to find things and exactly where to put things. When I go to clip coupons, I can clip an Energizer coupon and know exactly where to put it (under Home "E" in the Energizer pocket) then when I need to find an Energizer coupons I go to Home "E" find the Energizer pocket and only have a couple of coupons to look through instead of hundreds. Saves sooo much time.
I know it seems totally overwhelming to those who are new to couponing but I'm telling you it's totally addicting and totally worth it. You wouldn't believe how much money you can save, and also, how much you can give.
I have people ask me all the time why I would clip a coupon for something our family won't use. The answer is, if I can get it for free or make money on it, why wouldn't I get it and donate it to someone who WILL use it? Being frugal (NOT cheap) allows you to pay it forward in whole new ways.
We're called to be good stewards of the resources God has blessed us with, this is just my little way of attempting to do this. How do you stretch your resources?
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Groupon Redbox Deal!
If you like a good movie without the movie price, Groupon has a great deal for you today. Groupon works by city, and today Portland's is $1 for 3 Redbox movie rentals. Super cheap snowed in date night anyone? Go HERE to get this deal. Then select Portland (Oregon not Maine) from the city drop-down box. Hurry! It's only good til midnight!
Saturday, December 11, 2010
THIS is why I'm a Crazy Coupon Lady!
So I just got back from doing some shopping and I'm soooo excited I just had to blog about it. ;-) I got several great deals...but one in particular was just awesome!
So Walgreens had their Crayola Pop Art Pixies on sale for $5.99. But Target had a $5 gift card when you buy 2 deal on them. Sooo...I here's how my deal worked.
I went to Target and got two Crayola Pop Art Pixies...while there I realized that there was no price or size restriction on the Walgreens ad. It simply stated "$5.99 for Crayola Pop Art Pixies". So I took the ad to Customer Service and they said, yes, that they would have to honor it for ANY Crayola Pop Art Pixies.
So I bought one that cost $19.99 and one that cost $14.99. Should have cost me almost $40 for both. But then I price matched them to bring them both down to $5.99! Or less than $12 for both! (Do this at the Customer Service Desk, they can't do it at the register) Then I used my two $4 on 1 coupons from the Crayola Facebook page bringing my total paid out of pocket to $1.99 each! Then of course the Target deal was buy two get a $5 gift card, so basically they paid me to take $40 of Christmas gifts from their store!!! WOOOT! GO ME! THAT is why I'm a crazy coupon lady!
To top off the day I was standing in the pet food aisle at Target and this sweet little old lady says "Did you know that you can get Target coupons from their website!" I just smiled and told her yes. Then I asked her if she knew that you could stack a manufacturer coupon with the Target coupon from the website. She said "No, I didn't know that! But I don't have a manufacturer coupon." I flipped through my coupon clutch and grabbed one to hand to her that would make her cat treats she was buying free. She said "Oh my goodness! There's an angel in the Target aisle! Who knew that to be an angel all you had to do was give a sweet old lady two bags of free cat treats! *wink*
So Walgreens had their Crayola Pop Art Pixies on sale for $5.99. But Target had a $5 gift card when you buy 2 deal on them. Sooo...I here's how my deal worked.
I went to Target and got two Crayola Pop Art Pixies...while there I realized that there was no price or size restriction on the Walgreens ad. It simply stated "$5.99 for Crayola Pop Art Pixies". So I took the ad to Customer Service and they said, yes, that they would have to honor it for ANY Crayola Pop Art Pixies.
So I bought one that cost $19.99 and one that cost $14.99. Should have cost me almost $40 for both. But then I price matched them to bring them both down to $5.99! Or less than $12 for both! (Do this at the Customer Service Desk, they can't do it at the register) Then I used my two $4 on 1 coupons from the Crayola Facebook page bringing my total paid out of pocket to $1.99 each! Then of course the Target deal was buy two get a $5 gift card, so basically they paid me to take $40 of Christmas gifts from their store!!! WOOOT! GO ME! THAT is why I'm a crazy coupon lady!
To top off the day I was standing in the pet food aisle at Target and this sweet little old lady says "Did you know that you can get Target coupons from their website!" I just smiled and told her yes. Then I asked her if she knew that you could stack a manufacturer coupon with the Target coupon from the website. She said "No, I didn't know that! But I don't have a manufacturer coupon." I flipped through my coupon clutch and grabbed one to hand to her that would make her cat treats she was buying free. She said "Oh my goodness! There's an angel in the Target aisle! Who knew that to be an angel all you had to do was give a sweet old lady two bags of free cat treats! *wink*
Friday, December 10, 2010
Amazon Mom
I posted this awhile back, but wanted to point it out again in case a few of you missed it. Amazon has a program now called Amazon Mom. Actually, they've probably had it awhile and I'm just totally oblivious. If you EVER shop Amazon or MAY ever shop Amazon and you're a mom (or parent/caregiver) you're going to want to sign up for this. It is completely free. Here are some of the benefits of Amazon Mom.
Amazon Mom members receive exclusive discounts on a variety of products and categories. Discounts and promotions will be e-mailed to your Amazon.com e-mail account or made available on the Amazon Mom membership page at www.amazon.com/mom. Benefits include:
• 30% off select diapers and wipes: As an Amazon Mom, you receive an additional 15% discount on top of the standard 15% discount on Subscribe & Save when you sign up for Subscribe & Save delivery. Subscribe & Save shipping is always free, and you can change your delivery schedule or cancel at any time. No fees, no risks, no obligations.
• FREE 2-day shipping with Amazon Prime: When you join Amazon Mom, you will receive FREE Two-Day Shipping with Amazon Prime for the first 3 months of your membership. For each $25 you spend within a single order in the Baby store, we’ll grant you an additional month of Amazon Prime shipping benefits. You can earn up to one year from the date you joined Amazon Mom.
The free shipping those during the holidays has been awesome! Might want to check it out.
Amazon Mom members receive exclusive discounts on a variety of products and categories. Discounts and promotions will be e-mailed to your Amazon.com e-mail account or made available on the Amazon Mom membership page at www.amazon.com/mom. Benefits include:
• 30% off select diapers and wipes: As an Amazon Mom, you receive an additional 15% discount on top of the standard 15% discount on Subscribe & Save when you sign up for Subscribe & Save delivery. Subscribe & Save shipping is always free, and you can change your delivery schedule or cancel at any time. No fees, no risks, no obligations.
• FREE 2-day shipping with Amazon Prime: When you join Amazon Mom, you will receive FREE Two-Day Shipping with Amazon Prime for the first 3 months of your membership. For each $25 you spend within a single order in the Baby store, we’ll grant you an additional month of Amazon Prime shipping benefits. You can earn up to one year from the date you joined Amazon Mom.
The free shipping those during the holidays has been awesome! Might want to check it out.
Got a Thomas & Friends Lover on your Christmas List?
For those of you who have a train lovin little one on your Christmas list right now in my blog store (under toys/games) is the Mega Blocks Thomas' Adventure on Misty Island. It's currently $14.99 down from $49.99.
Please remember that Amazon powers the blog store, so prices can change at any moment. If any of you mommas took my advice awhile back to sign up for the free Amazon Prime for Moms account, this will ship free too!
Please remember that Amazon powers the blog store, so prices can change at any moment. If any of you mommas took my advice awhile back to sign up for the free Amazon Prime for Moms account, this will ship free too!
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Friday Freebies
Here are a few of the Friday Freebies I have found around the web...if I find any more I'll post them.
Walgreens
Buy 2 Hallmark Wrapping Paper $1.99 – B1G1 Free
Get $2 Jingle Cash
Final Price: FREE
Buy 2 Hallmark Wrapping Paper $1.99 – B1G1 Free
Buy 4 Hallmark Tissue Paper (20 ct)
Use 3/$1 Tissue in ad coupon
PAY $3.32 (+tax)
Get $5 Jingle Cash
Final Price = FREE + $1.68 Money Maker
Buy 6 Hallmark White Tissue Paper (20 ct) $.99 each
Use 3/$1 In Ad coupon (deducts $3.94)
Get $5 Jingle Cash
Final Price = ALL 6 FREE + $3 Money Maker!!
Buy 6 Snickers Nutcracker Singles 3/$1
Use $2/3 Mars Products Coupon (12/5 RP)
Final Price= All 6 FREE
Cortaid Maximum Strength 1% Cream (.5 oz) $3
Submit $3 Mail In Rebate (form prints register)
Final Price= FREE
Target
Airwick Candles $2.99
Use $3/1 coupon (11/14 SS)
Final Price= FREE
Target has a Gift Card Deal going right now…Get a FREE $5 Target Gift Card wyb 2 Pop Art Pixies
So take the Walgreens Ad into Target for a price match
Buy 2 Crayola Pop Art Pixies $5.99 (price match price, otherwise $9.99 each)
Use (2) $4/1 printable coupons HERE or
Use (2) $2/1 HERE or HERE
Pay as low as $3.98 (+tax)
Get back $5 gift card
Final Price= Both FREE and $1.04 money maker
Go HERE to request a FREE Sample of Prilosec Heatburn Relief!
Maggie Moos National Cupcake Day (12/15)!
Bring in any canned good and receive a FREE sample of an ice cream cupcake December 15, 2010 from 3-7 p.m. Find a pariticpating location HERE!!!
You can request a coupon for FREE Large Fries with any purchase over on the Checker’s & Rally’s Facebook Page!
Upcoming Walmart FREE Sampling Events!! Click on EACH link separately to see the date and time your store is participating
International Delight® Creamers Taste Test 12/9 – 12/12
Folgers, International Delight, Land O’ Lakes, and Martha White Sampling Event 12/9 – 12/12
Kuerig Gourmet Single Cup Home Brewing System Demonstration and Sampling Event 12/9, 12/11 - 12/12
Russell Stover and Walmart Bakery Sampling Event 12/9 – 12/12
Seattle’s Best Coffee and Green & Black Chocolate Sampling Event 12/10 – 12/12
Nescafe® Dolce Gusto® Demonstration and Sampling Event 12/11
Shrek Event 12/12To commemorate the release of The Whole Shrek Story on DVD & Blu-Ray, Bright Ideas Event Specialists will be distributing complimentary Shrek ears in stores near Electronics while supplies last.
Go HERE to request a FREE Sample of Garnier Fructis Shampoo.
Every day thru 12/25, Amazon is offering a FREE Christmas Song download! Go HERE
to get today’s FREEBIE “Joseph Dear Oh Joseph Mine,” Mannheim Steamroller
You can also still get the following downloads FREE!
“White Winter Hymnal,” Fleet Foxes
“Your Holiday Song,” Indigo Girls
“Winter Games,” Superchunk
“Oh Come, All Ye Faithful,” Abandon Kansas
“Angels We Have Heard on High,” Point of Grace
“Auld Lang Syne,” Chris Isaak
“Winter Night,” Little & Ashley
Just go HERE to download your favorites!
Head on over HERE to score a FREE sample of John Frieda Sheer Blonde from Kroger.
This offer is only available in the following states: AL, AR, GA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MI, MS, MO, NC, OH, SC, TN, TX, VA, and WV
Walmart is offering a FREE Sample of Seattle’s Best Coffee. Just head over HERE to receive yours! I would hurry as these tend to go FAST!!!!
Head over to the Denny’s Facebook page and create a card to send to a friend. Both you and your friend will receive a coupon for FREE Gingerbread Pancake Puppies at Denny’s!
Head over HERE to sign up for U by Kotex FREEBIES!!
Print these Hasbro coupons:
$5/1 Sorry Spin, Twister Hoopla, Bop It Bounce or U Build Battleship game.
$5/1 Elefun, Gator Golf, Hungry Hungry Hippos or Pop Goes Froggio game.
You can use the $5/1 Hungry Hippos coupon to get the travel size game (which is $4.99) FREE at Target or $.24 cents at Walmart (where it’s priced $5.24). You may find these near stocking stuffer section or travel section!
There may also be a travel size version of Battleship available for $4.99 at Target, so you could get it FREE after coupon as well.
CVS
EOS (Evolution Of Smooth) Lip Balm $2.99
Get $2.99 ECB
Final Price= FREE
Complete Multi-Purpose Solution (12 oz.) $9.99
Get $9.99 ECB
Final Price= FREE
Azo Itch Cream or Wipes $6.99
Get $5 ECB
Use $2/1 Printable HEREFinal Price = FREE
Go HERE to request a coupon for a FREE Excedrin Extra Strength Product (up to $5.99) as well as a coupon for a FREE Excedrin Migraine Product (up to $5.99)! These will probably go fast!
Head over HERE to create a FREE fun Elfyourself Video, thanks to Office Max!!
Get a free sample of Solgar Whey To Go Protein Powder HERE.
As usual: Carie rocks my socks. :)
Walgreens
Buy 2 Hallmark Wrapping Paper $1.99 – B1G1 Free
Get $2 Jingle Cash
Final Price: FREE
Buy 2 Hallmark Wrapping Paper $1.99 – B1G1 Free
Buy 4 Hallmark Tissue Paper (20 ct)
Use 3/$1 Tissue in ad coupon
PAY $3.32 (+tax)
Get $5 Jingle Cash
Final Price = FREE + $1.68 Money Maker
Buy 6 Hallmark White Tissue Paper (20 ct) $.99 each
Use 3/$1 In Ad coupon (deducts $3.94)
Get $5 Jingle Cash
Final Price = ALL 6 FREE + $3 Money Maker!!
Buy 6 Snickers Nutcracker Singles 3/$1
Use $2/3 Mars Products Coupon (12/5 RP)
Final Price= All 6 FREE
Cortaid Maximum Strength 1% Cream (.5 oz) $3
Submit $3 Mail In Rebate (form prints register)
Final Price= FREE
Target
Airwick Candles $2.99
Use $3/1 coupon (11/14 SS)
Final Price= FREE
Target has a Gift Card Deal going right now…Get a FREE $5 Target Gift Card wyb 2 Pop Art Pixies
So take the Walgreens Ad into Target for a price match
Buy 2 Crayola Pop Art Pixies $5.99 (price match price, otherwise $9.99 each)
Use (2) $4/1 printable coupons HERE or
Use (2) $2/1 HERE or HERE
Pay as low as $3.98 (+tax)
Get back $5 gift card
Final Price= Both FREE and $1.04 money maker
Go HERE to request a FREE Sample of Prilosec Heatburn Relief!
Maggie Moos National Cupcake Day (12/15)!
Bring in any canned good and receive a FREE sample of an ice cream cupcake December 15, 2010 from 3-7 p.m. Find a pariticpating location HERE!!!
You can request a coupon for FREE Large Fries with any purchase over on the Checker’s & Rally’s Facebook Page!
Upcoming Walmart FREE Sampling Events!! Click on EACH link separately to see the date and time your store is participating
International Delight® Creamers Taste Test 12/9 – 12/12
Folgers, International Delight, Land O’ Lakes, and Martha White Sampling Event 12/9 – 12/12
Kuerig Gourmet Single Cup Home Brewing System Demonstration and Sampling Event 12/9, 12/11 - 12/12
Russell Stover and Walmart Bakery Sampling Event 12/9 – 12/12
Seattle’s Best Coffee and Green & Black Chocolate Sampling Event 12/10 – 12/12
Nescafe® Dolce Gusto® Demonstration and Sampling Event 12/11
Shrek Event 12/12To commemorate the release of The Whole Shrek Story on DVD & Blu-Ray, Bright Ideas Event Specialists will be distributing complimentary Shrek ears in stores near Electronics while supplies last.
Go HERE to request a FREE Sample of Garnier Fructis Shampoo.
Every day thru 12/25, Amazon is offering a FREE Christmas Song download! Go HERE
to get today’s FREEBIE “Joseph Dear Oh Joseph Mine,” Mannheim SteamrollerYou can also still get the following downloads FREE!
“White Winter Hymnal,” Fleet Foxes
“Your Holiday Song,” Indigo Girls
“Winter Games,” Superchunk
“Oh Come, All Ye Faithful,” Abandon Kansas
“Angels We Have Heard on High,” Point of Grace
“Auld Lang Syne,” Chris Isaak
“Winter Night,” Little & Ashley
Just go HERE
to download your favorites!Head on over HERE to score a FREE sample of John Frieda Sheer Blonde from Kroger.
This offer is only available in the following states: AL, AR, GA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MI, MS, MO, NC, OH, SC, TN, TX, VA, and WV
Walmart is offering a FREE Sample of Seattle’s Best Coffee. Just head over HERE to receive yours! I would hurry as these tend to go FAST!!!!
Head over to the Denny’s Facebook page and create a card to send to a friend. Both you and your friend will receive a coupon for FREE Gingerbread Pancake Puppies at Denny’s!
Head over HERE to sign up for U by Kotex FREEBIES!!
Print these Hasbro coupons:
$5/1 Sorry Spin, Twister Hoopla, Bop It Bounce or U Build Battleship game.
$5/1 Elefun, Gator Golf, Hungry Hungry Hippos or Pop Goes Froggio game.
You can use the $5/1 Hungry Hippos coupon to get the travel size game (which is $4.99) FREE at Target or $.24 cents at Walmart (where it’s priced $5.24). You may find these near stocking stuffer section or travel section!
There may also be a travel size version of Battleship available for $4.99 at Target, so you could get it FREE after coupon as well.
CVS
EOS (Evolution Of Smooth) Lip Balm $2.99
Get $2.99 ECB
Final Price= FREE
Complete Multi-Purpose Solution (12 oz.) $9.99
Get $9.99 ECB
Final Price= FREE
Azo Itch Cream or Wipes $6.99
Get $5 ECB
Use $2/1 Printable HEREFinal Price = FREE
Go HERE to request a coupon for a FREE Excedrin Extra Strength Product (up to $5.99) as well as a coupon for a FREE Excedrin Migraine Product (up to $5.99)! These will probably go fast!
Head over HERE to create a FREE fun Elfyourself Video, thanks to Office Max!!
Get a free sample of Solgar Whey To Go Protein Powder HERE.
As usual: Carie rocks my socks. :)
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