Fill out THIS FORM to get a $1/1 Crest Pro Health Enamel Shield Toothpaste coupon.
Friday, July 31, 2009
Save $1 on Crest
I got this offer in my email and thought I would share with you!
Fill out THIS FORM to get a $1/1 Crest Pro Health Enamel Shield Toothpaste coupon.
Fill out THIS FORM to get a $1/1 Crest Pro Health Enamel Shield Toothpaste coupon.
Frugal Living Friday: Summer Fun and Organization
Welcome to Frugal Living Friday! Each week I will feature a tip that can help us stretch our budget and live more frugally! If you have a tip that you want shared on Frugal Living Friday, let me know and you could become a guest blogger for a day.
Today's Frugal Living Friday is a guest post from Holly over at 2 Kids and Tired. Holly is a devoted and creative mother to her two boys in addition to being a talented writer and businesswoman. Today Holly shares some good summer organization tips and fun frugal ideas. Visit Holly at 2 Kids and Tired for bits of inspirational wisdom and more fun ideas.
It's summer time. Kids are home all day. Life is a bit more unstructured. You might sleep in, you might stay up later. What are you doing this summer to make your life easier and your summer more enjoyable? How are you staying sane? Any fun plans?
Last year I learned about the Snack Box. I love the Snack Box. I fill it each morning and it contains all the snacks for the day. When they're gone, they're gone. The pantry is locked and no longer gets raided all day long. My boys are also eating more fruits, vegetables and cheese, because those things aren't in the Snack Box, and there's not as much limit.
This year I learned about the "no friends until after lunch time" rule. My friend does this with her kids and I love the idea. The morning is then spent a bit more quietly: my kids each have a couple of jobs to do, we do some reading, J is going to summer school, whatever. There is some flexibility, but the main thing is that I don't have a myriad of children running through my house ALL DAY long. In the afternoons, they play with friends, we've been going to the pool, and on Thursdays we're doing the library thing again. I renewed our zoo pass and am considering an annual pass for one or two other attractions.
We've also dug for fossils in the front yard.
Made a T-rex out of a box and brads.
Made yummy ice cream. And conducted a science experiment to make crystals.
Today's Frugal Living Friday is a guest post from Holly over at 2 Kids and Tired. Holly is a devoted and creative mother to her two boys in addition to being a talented writer and businesswoman. Today Holly shares some good summer organization tips and fun frugal ideas. Visit Holly at 2 Kids and Tired for bits of inspirational wisdom and more fun ideas.
It's summer time. Kids are home all day. Life is a bit more unstructured. You might sleep in, you might stay up later. What are you doing this summer to make your life easier and your summer more enjoyable? How are you staying sane? Any fun plans?
Last year I learned about the Snack Box. I love the Snack Box. I fill it each morning and it contains all the snacks for the day. When they're gone, they're gone. The pantry is locked and no longer gets raided all day long. My boys are also eating more fruits, vegetables and cheese, because those things aren't in the Snack Box, and there's not as much limit.This year I learned about the "no friends until after lunch time" rule. My friend does this with her kids and I love the idea. The morning is then spent a bit more quietly: my kids each have a couple of jobs to do, we do some reading, J is going to summer school, whatever. There is some flexibility, but the main thing is that I don't have a myriad of children running through my house ALL DAY long. In the afternoons, they play with friends, we've been going to the pool, and on Thursdays we're doing the library thing again. I renewed our zoo pass and am considering an annual pass for one or two other attractions.
We've also dug for fossils in the front yard. Made a T-rex out of a box and brads.Made yummy ice cream. And conducted a science experiment to make crystals.What have you done? What new summer secrets can you share?
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Thrifty Tip Thursday
One thing I love about the internet is all the information that's available. There are so many creative and knowledgeable people out there sharing great tidbits and ideas.
Today I wanted to share a thrifty tip I found on Vanilla Joy's website. Her idea of using empty soap dish containers for toys and trinkets is a great idea! I have done this with other containers but not soap dish containers. Perfect for kids.
Today I wanted to share a thrifty tip I found on Vanilla Joy's website. Her idea of using empty soap dish containers for toys and trinkets is a great idea! I have done this with other containers but not soap dish containers. Perfect for kids.
photo courtesy of Vanilla Joy
It reminds me of Real Simple magazine, and their column New Uses for Old Things. I love reading these ideas.
What do you repurpose?
Rebates
Many of you have inquired about my list on the right sidebar of my blog about the rebates I have received over the years:
2003: $94.70
2004: $475.50
2005: $443.42
2006: $651.63
2007: $564.55
2008: $281.89
As you can see, I am pretty anal about keeping track of where my money goes and comes. Just ask my husband. I figure it all out to the penny, and I always know where my money is going. I believe that is KEY to keeping a budget and living frugally. You can't save if you don't know what you are spending. But that is another post....
I used to do a TON of rebates, mostly through Walgreens and Rite Aid. Four and five years ago the rebates were good and plentiful! But now Walgreens has cancelled their rebate program and that took away much of my earnings. So when I do rebates now, they are mostly through Rite Aid and specific manufacturer offers. So far this year I have earned back $102.62 in rebates and I have several out I am waiting on. Not as much as in years past I know. I have not been as aggressive this year in earning rebates. Family issues, having a baby and other things have been taking up more of my time. BUT it hasn't been a big deal because I have my stockpile built up. So missing a few months doesn't hurt any.
I have always gotten every rebate back because I follow the guidelines. Learn more about rebates HERE.
Do you like to do rebates? How much have you gotten back this year?
2003: $94.70
2004: $475.50
2005: $443.42
2006: $651.63
2007: $564.55
2008: $281.89
As you can see, I am pretty anal about keeping track of where my money goes and comes. Just ask my husband. I figure it all out to the penny, and I always know where my money is going. I believe that is KEY to keeping a budget and living frugally. You can't save if you don't know what you are spending. But that is another post....
I used to do a TON of rebates, mostly through Walgreens and Rite Aid. Four and five years ago the rebates were good and plentiful! But now Walgreens has cancelled their rebate program and that took away much of my earnings. So when I do rebates now, they are mostly through Rite Aid and specific manufacturer offers. So far this year I have earned back $102.62 in rebates and I have several out I am waiting on. Not as much as in years past I know. I have not been as aggressive this year in earning rebates. Family issues, having a baby and other things have been taking up more of my time. BUT it hasn't been a big deal because I have my stockpile built up. So missing a few months doesn't hurt any.
I have always gotten every rebate back because I follow the guidelines. Learn more about rebates HERE.
Do you like to do rebates? How much have you gotten back this year?
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Scrapbooking Freebies
If you have been a reader of my blog for awhile you know that I am not just a couponer....I love anything free! That included one of my longtime loves: scrapbooking.
I have new readers, so I thought I would mention that on my right sidebar, I have links to hundreds of free sketches and digital scrapbook stuff! Here are those links.
Free scrapbook sketches
Included in this post are links to tutorials too.
Free digital scrapbooking downloads
Also, check out my right sidebar for lots of specific links for my favorite places to download free fonts. I have over 500 fonts installed on my computer...all free! Download for free a font organizer called The Font Thing to organize all your free fonts.
Do you have a favorite place to get free fonts, sketches or digital scrapbooking downloads? Share with us!
I have new readers, so I thought I would mention that on my right sidebar, I have links to hundreds of free sketches and digital scrapbook stuff! Here are those links.
Free scrapbook sketches
Included in this post are links to tutorials too.
Free digital scrapbooking downloads
Also, check out my right sidebar for lots of specific links for my favorite places to download free fonts. I have over 500 fonts installed on my computer...all free! Download for free a font organizer called The Font Thing to organize all your free fonts.
Do you have a favorite place to get free fonts, sketches or digital scrapbooking downloads? Share with us!
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Save an additional 30% at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic
Going to Old Navy or Gap this week? Want to save an additional 30%?
Well, CLICK HERE for a printable coupon to save an additional 30% off your Old Navy, Gap, or Banana Republic purchase!
This coupon is a day late to combine with the Old Navy clearance sale, but if you are going there anyway this is a good coupon.
Thanks Hilarie for letting us know!
Well, CLICK HERE for a printable coupon to save an additional 30% off your Old Navy, Gap, or Banana Republic purchase!
This coupon is a day late to combine with the Old Navy clearance sale, but if you are going there anyway this is a good coupon.
Thanks Hilarie for letting us know!
80% off at Restaurant.com extended!
The 80% offer at Restaurant.com has been extended through July 31st!
Place your order using the code NAPKIN at checkout and get 80% off your order of $25 or more. Get a $25 gift certificate for only $2!!
Make sure you understand the restrictions of the certificate. Each restaurant is different.
Place your order using the code NAPKIN at checkout and get 80% off your order of $25 or more. Get a $25 gift certificate for only $2!!
Make sure you understand the restrictions of the certificate. Each restaurant is different.
Free bundle from YouCanMakeThis
Monday, July 27, 2009
Free book from Scholastic
Get a free Scholastic book by taking a short survey HERE about Gerber Graduates for preschoolers.
But HURRY! This offer is only available for the first 3,000 people to respond. I just got in, and it's a quick survey.
Thanks, The Freebie Blogger!
But HURRY! This offer is only available for the first 3,000 people to respond. I just got in, and it's a quick survey.
Thanks, The Freebie Blogger!
Old Navy 50% off clearance prices
I was at my Old Navy store this morning making a return when I noticed signs advertising the clearance section is an additional 50% off the lowest marked price today through Wednesday only. If you want to get some summer clothes for next year this would be a good time.
As always, please check with your store first to see if they are doing the same promotion.
As always, please check with your store first to see if they are doing the same promotion.
Free at Albertson's this week
Here is an email I got this afternoon:
I went to Albies today and got some great deals...if you haven't been yet here are some things I got free!
Danimals 6 pack drink - on clearance or reduced price for $2, use the $1/1 coupon from yesterdays insert and double = free (I don't know if all stores have them reduced price or not)
AND the candy bars are on sale for $.88/2, use the $1/2 coupon from yesterday and get FREE candy bars. Snickers, Mars, Twix. Can't beat free!
Plus I had to double some more milk and cheese coupons. I think I have tons of cheese in my freezer and won't run out for a long time!
Thanks Tami for letting us know! If you want to print more of the milk and cheese coupons, click on my coupon bar at the top of my blog.
I went to Albies today and got some great deals...if you haven't been yet here are some things I got free!
Danimals 6 pack drink - on clearance or reduced price for $2, use the $1/1 coupon from yesterdays insert and double = free (I don't know if all stores have them reduced price or not)
AND the candy bars are on sale for $.88/2, use the $1/2 coupon from yesterday and get FREE candy bars. Snickers, Mars, Twix. Can't beat free!
Plus I had to double some more milk and cheese coupons. I think I have tons of cheese in my freezer and won't run out for a long time!
Thanks Tami for letting us know! If you want to print more of the milk and cheese coupons, click on my coupon bar at the top of my blog.
Blockbuster Express vs. Redbox
This is new to me but apparently has been around for a few months. Did you know that Blockbuster has kiosks for $1 dvd rentals? Blockbuster Express! Redbox finally has some competition!
Of course it has limited availability right now. They are currently at Circle K locations in various cities across the country. CLICK HERE to find a location near you. There are none in my area, so I cannot try them out. If you do rent from a Blockbuster Express kiosk, I would be curious to see how they compare to Redbox when it comes to customer service and quality.
Of course it has limited availability right now. They are currently at Circle K locations in various cities across the country. CLICK HERE to find a location near you. There are none in my area, so I cannot try them out. If you do rent from a Blockbuster Express kiosk, I would be curious to see how they compare to Redbox when it comes to customer service and quality.Thanks to Simple Saving Savvy, here are some rental codes for you to use when you try out Blockbuster Express!
One FREE rental – use CKVPX9A7 (valid 7/20 – 7/27)
Rent One, Get One FREE – use CKVPX987 (valid 7/27 – 8/10)
Rent One, Get One FREE – use CKVPX9C7 (valid 8/10 – 8/24)
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Free Washer Fluid from Napa
By Filling out the below information we’ll be able to customize a coupon for a Free Gallon of NAPA Washer Fluid that you can take to your servicing NAPA Auto Parts Store to redeem.
CLICK HERE to fill out the form.
*Coupon Valid ONLY at listed stores and states*
Idaho
Montana
Nevada
Oregon
Utah
Washington
Wyoming
Thanks, Pinching Your Pennies!
CLICK HERE to fill out the form.
*Coupon Valid ONLY at listed stores and states*
Idaho
Montana
Nevada
Oregon
Utah
Washington
Wyoming
Thanks, Pinching Your Pennies!
SWEET deal on bottled water
Build up your food storage with a SWEET DEAL on bottled water!
Print this $1.50/1 coupon good on Nestle Pure Life 24-packs. They are about $3.88 at Walmart. Purchase three 24-packs and you'll be able to submit for this rebate to get a coupon for a FREE 24-pack!
Here's what the SWEET deal would look like:
Buy three 24-packs water, $3.88 each
Subtotal: $11.64
Use two $1.50/1 coupons
Use one $1/1 coupon here (if you haven't used it already!)
Total: $7.64 for four 24-packs, once you factor in the rebate! That's only $1.91 each! What a SWEET deal!
You can also buy 5 cases of water and get 2 for free. There is a limit of TEN free cases per household!
Thanks, Utah Deal Diva!
Print this $1.50/1 coupon good on Nestle Pure Life 24-packs. They are about $3.88 at Walmart. Purchase three 24-packs and you'll be able to submit for this rebate to get a coupon for a FREE 24-pack!
Here's what the SWEET deal would look like:
Buy three 24-packs water, $3.88 each
Subtotal: $11.64
Use two $1.50/1 coupons
Use one $1/1 coupon here (if you haven't used it already!)
Total: $7.64 for four 24-packs, once you factor in the rebate! That's only $1.91 each! What a SWEET deal!
You can also buy 5 cases of water and get 2 for free. There is a limit of TEN free cases per household!
Thanks, Utah Deal Diva!
Friday, July 24, 2009
Going Fast!
If you haven't been to Albertson's yet to get the SWEET deal on toilet paper and paper towels, go quick! At my store tonight there were only 3 packs of tp left for me to buy.
Tonight I got:
3 packages of Angel Soft tp, 4pk
3 Sparkle paper towels, single roll
I paid a total of $2.19, including tax!
My store is only giving rain checks for the single item price, not the price after the promo. So you need to find them in stock.
GO TO THIS POST for the links to printable coupons and more specifics.
Tonight I got:
3 packages of Angel Soft tp, 4pk
3 Sparkle paper towels, single roll
I paid a total of $2.19, including tax!
My store is only giving rain checks for the single item price, not the price after the promo. So you need to find them in stock.
GO TO THIS POST for the links to printable coupons and more specifics.
Free Sample Updates
I have updated the links to my free sample sidebar list on the right side of my blog. Check them out! There are several new ones, and updated links for others.
If I missed a link or you find one missing, let me know! Also, if you know about a free sample I didn't post, let me know and I can add it to the list.
If I missed a link or you find one missing, let me know! Also, if you know about a free sample I didn't post, let me know and I can add it to the list.
$10 off at Christopher and Banks
Do you shop at the clothing store Christopher and Banks? HERE is a $10 off any purchase coupon you can use through August 16th.
Thanks, The Freebie Blogger!
Thanks, The Freebie Blogger!
Frugal Living Friday: Setting Priorities
Welcome to Frugal Living Friday! Each week I will feature a tip that can help us stretch our budget and live more frugally! If you have a tip that you want shared on Frugal Living Friday, let me know and you could become a guest blogger for a day.
Face it...there are LOTS of deals out there to be had. As couponers and deal finders, we all love the rush we get when we get freebies and deals. Who doesn't like it? Saving some cash feels so good!
However, if you are not careful, you can find yourself overspending and wasting money...even as a couponer and deal finder. You need to set limits for yourself. Use a budget.
After doing this for several years myself, I have found the following steps to be helpful for me and my family:
1. Set a budget. Decide what you can spend every month on groceries, food storage, household goods, etc. and stick to it. I allow a little bit of leeway room if there is a great stock up sale, but you have to be careful. If there is a week left in the month and you have already spent your allotted amount, use what is in your pantry or food storage and be creative! We only have so much money and I refuse to use my credit card when I know I can overspend. So I try to purchase enough at the stock up sales to get us through to the next sale.
2. Don't overspend on credit. I never use my credit cards on a regular basis. We tried it once....putting all our expenses on our credit card to earn more points. It didn't work for us. I ended up overspending and I had a more difficult time tracking my money. If using your credit card works for you, then just make sure you pay it off in full every month.
3. Keep track of where your money is going. Doing this is the only way you will know if you are really saving money on all those deals. Keep track of incoming and outgoing expenditures. I use Quicken, but there are many other kinds of financial software available for you to use. I review my spending and saving at least twice a month so I know where I am at. I am big on savings too. Every month I set aside an allotted amount for dental work, vision care, (we don't have dental or vision insurance) and auto insurance. That way when I have to purchase contacts, go to the dentist and pay my car insurance I already have that money set aside. If you would like to try out Quicken, you can. Use the Quicken Online Edition – Try it out for free!
4. Don't compare yourself to others. Every family has different expenses and income, so don't feel bad if you only got 10 boxes of cereal at the last sale and your friend got 30. Just do what you can and what your family needs. Couponing for you needs to fit your mold, so just concentrate on what you need.
5. Don't buy things you won't use. If you know you most likely will not use a certain item or kinds of food, don't buy it. Just because something is free doesn't mean you have to buy it. Sometimes I do buy things I know I won't use because I give them away to family, the food bank, or humanitarian drives. But on a whole I try to stick to that rule. I would say about 90% of what I buy we use. The other 10% I donate. I want my money to go for what I can use the most. Plus, I need to save my limited space for what I really need.
Face it...there are LOTS of deals out there to be had. As couponers and deal finders, we all love the rush we get when we get freebies and deals. Who doesn't like it? Saving some cash feels so good!
After doing this for several years myself, I have found the following steps to be helpful for me and my family:
1. Set a budget. Decide what you can spend every month on groceries, food storage, household goods, etc. and stick to it. I allow a little bit of leeway room if there is a great stock up sale, but you have to be careful. If there is a week left in the month and you have already spent your allotted amount, use what is in your pantry or food storage and be creative! We only have so much money and I refuse to use my credit card when I know I can overspend. So I try to purchase enough at the stock up sales to get us through to the next sale.
2. Don't overspend on credit. I never use my credit cards on a regular basis. We tried it once....putting all our expenses on our credit card to earn more points. It didn't work for us. I ended up overspending and I had a more difficult time tracking my money. If using your credit card works for you, then just make sure you pay it off in full every month.
3. Keep track of where your money is going. Doing this is the only way you will know if you are really saving money on all those deals. Keep track of incoming and outgoing expenditures. I use Quicken, but there are many other kinds of financial software available for you to use. I review my spending and saving at least twice a month so I know where I am at. I am big on savings too. Every month I set aside an allotted amount for dental work, vision care, (we don't have dental or vision insurance) and auto insurance. That way when I have to purchase contacts, go to the dentist and pay my car insurance I already have that money set aside. If you would like to try out Quicken, you can. Use the Quicken Online Edition – Try it out for free!
4. Don't compare yourself to others. Every family has different expenses and income, so don't feel bad if you only got 10 boxes of cereal at the last sale and your friend got 30. Just do what you can and what your family needs. Couponing for you needs to fit your mold, so just concentrate on what you need.
5. Don't buy things you won't use. If you know you most likely will not use a certain item or kinds of food, don't buy it. Just because something is free doesn't mean you have to buy it. Sometimes I do buy things I know I won't use because I give them away to family, the food bank, or humanitarian drives. But on a whole I try to stick to that rule. I would say about 90% of what I buy we use. The other 10% I donate. I want my money to go for what I can use the most. Plus, I need to save my limited space for what I really need.
Thursday, July 23, 2009
SWEET deal on tp and paper towels at Albertson's
There is a SWEET deal at Albertson's this week on tp and paper towels. I threw in the Wet Ones to get my total up to the promo amount, and we use them anyway.
I paid a total of $3 for everything here.
There is actually a better deal when you buy Playtex cleaning gloves instead of the Wet Ones. If you did the Playtex gloves instead you would actually get everything for FREE! Here is how it works:
Purchase 2 Sparkle Paper Towels Single Roll for $1 each
Purchase 2 Angel Soft Bath Tissue 4 pack for $2.50 each
Purchase 3 Playtex Disposable Gloves 10 pack $1.00
Save $3 instantly on your purchase (see printable shopping list link below for details)
Use (2) $2/1 Angel Soft & Sparkle printable coupons HERE
Use (3) Playtex Disposable Gloves, any $1/1 (10-30-09) SS-5/3
Final price is FREE!!!
I just substituted the Wet Ones instead, and used these printable coupons .We will use them, plus my store was already out of Playtex gloves.
Check the shopping list from PYP to see other cheap options for substitutions. Basically all you need to do is get your total up to $10 before coupons and tax to get the $3 off instantly when you purchase the promo items.
Go get a SWEET deal!
I paid a total of $3 for everything here.
There is actually a better deal when you buy Playtex cleaning gloves instead of the Wet Ones. If you did the Playtex gloves instead you would actually get everything for FREE! Here is how it works:
Purchase 2 Sparkle Paper Towels Single Roll for $1 each
Purchase 2 Angel Soft Bath Tissue 4 pack for $2.50 each
Purchase 3 Playtex Disposable Gloves 10 pack $1.00
Save $3 instantly on your purchase (see printable shopping list link below for details)
Use (2) $2/1 Angel Soft & Sparkle printable coupons HERE
Use (3) Playtex Disposable Gloves, any $1/1 (10-30-09) SS-5/3
Final price is FREE!!!
I just substituted the Wet Ones instead, and used these printable coupons .We will use them, plus my store was already out of Playtex gloves.
Check the shopping list from PYP to see other cheap options for substitutions. Basically all you need to do is get your total up to $10 before coupons and tax to get the $3 off instantly when you purchase the promo items.
Go get a SWEET deal!
SWEET clearance deal
I went to Albertson's to get the deal in the above post, when I saw on the clearance rack they had this Jet Dry Turbo Dry rinse agent on clearance for $1 each.
I used this coupon (Finish Jet-Dry rinse Agent or Turbo Dry, any .40/1 (8-2-09) SS-6/7) to get each one for only .60 cents each! Too bad there are no doublers right now, but .60 cents each is still a SWEET deal!
It pays to check the clearance racks! Another reason to always carry your coupons with you. You never know when you might run across an unexpected deal.
I used this coupon (Finish Jet-Dry rinse Agent or Turbo Dry, any .40/1 (8-2-09) SS-6/7) to get each one for only .60 cents each! Too bad there are no doublers right now, but .60 cents each is still a SWEET deal!
It pays to check the clearance racks! Another reason to always carry your coupons with you. You never know when you might run across an unexpected deal.
Thrifty Tip Thursday
Being the middle of summer, we are loving our ice shaver I purchased at a garage sale for only $1. We use it quite a bit to make snow cones. YUM!
There are some yummy flavors of snow cone syrup at the store. Root beer, grape, cotton candy, lemon lime...you name it. We bought 4 containers of syrup from Walmart for $1.50 each a few weeks ago. Not super cheap but still better than taking my kids to the Snow Shack to pay for snow cones.
However, I ran across THIS POST from Skip to My Lou on how to make your own snow cone syrup. Genius! I love making things homemade but I am not one to experiment with recipes. Now that I know how to do it, we will be making our own for sure. See if this coupon can sweeten the deal:
Save $2 off any sugar when you buy (10) Kool-Aid Unsweetened Packets (7-31-09) SS-6/21
There are some yummy flavors of snow cone syrup at the store. Root beer, grape, cotton candy, lemon lime...you name it. We bought 4 containers of syrup from Walmart for $1.50 each a few weeks ago. Not super cheap but still better than taking my kids to the Snow Shack to pay for snow cones.
However, I ran across THIS POST from Skip to My Lou on how to make your own snow cone syrup. Genius! I love making things homemade but I am not one to experiment with recipes. Now that I know how to do it, we will be making our own for sure. See if this coupon can sweeten the deal:
Save $2 off any sugar when you buy (10) Kool-Aid Unsweetened Packets (7-31-09) SS-6/21
Target is now price matching!
Target is now price matching! I am so happy about this as I LOVE shopping there as opposed to Walmart. CLICK HERE for the official press release. But here is the entire article.
At Target, we are dedicated to offering exceptional prices on items throughout our stores.
As of July 12, Target stores nationwide will match advertised prices from competitors on identical items in local markets, assuring guests that our products are priced right. We've been testing Our Low Price Promise in Target stores in the Denver and Orlando markets since March 2009 and in select Minneapolis stores since May 2009.
Our Low Price Promise showcases our commitment to offering low prices and value to our guests. We’re giving our guests peace of mind that they can get a great deal at Target.We are confident we have low prices every day. However, if our guests happen to find a lower price on an identical single item – defined as the same brand and model number that is listed on a local competitor’s printed advertisement, during the effective date of the ad – we will match that price.
We are communicating Our Low Price Promise to guests through our weekly circular – in Sunday newspapers and online. Later this summer, we will add in-store signage.
It's still too early to gauge the impact of program but so far, guests have requested very few price adjustments.
How Our Low Price Promise Works
Within seven days of purchase, guests can bring the actual printed competitor ad and a Target receipt of purchase of the same item to our in-store Guest Service area to receive a price adjustment. Photos/copies of advertisements or receipts will not be accepted.
In an effort to ensure that our checkout lanes are efficient and quick for our guests, we’ll handle price matches at our Guest Service desk. If a guest wants to do a price match in the checkout lane, our team members will ring up an item at the current price and then direct the guest to the Guest Service desk to do the price adjustment.
Price matching will apply to current, local print ads for in-store products only. Our price-match policy is not applicable to Target.com or other online ads. The following is a full list of exclusions:
Target.com or online retail promotion
Competitor’s Free Product
GiftCards
Limited quantity items
Open box or damaged
Clearance or closeout
Mail-in offers
Services (warranties, assembly, etc.)
Bundle offers
Special order
Sales-tax promotions
Liquidation/going out of business
Special financing
Coupons
Used or previously owned
Display merchandise
Pricing or typographical errors
Club or loyalty
Value
We have significantly increased our emphasis on communicating value through our marketing, in-store signing and merchandise presentation. Our Low Price Promise demonstrates our commitment to offering great value to our guests.
Target remains true to our brand promise of “Expect More. Pay Less.” We’ll continue to focus our efforts on the “Pay Less” side of our brand promise, while continuing to offer our guests what has helped us differentiate ourselves from our competitors: high quality, great design, affordability, and an inviting shopping environment.
At Target, we have a long-standing commitment to being price competitive with other retailers. We also remain firmly committed to delivering the newness, innovative design and exceptional quality Target is known for.
At Target, we are dedicated to offering exceptional prices on items throughout our stores.
As of July 12, Target stores nationwide will match advertised prices from competitors on identical items in local markets, assuring guests that our products are priced right. We've been testing Our Low Price Promise in Target stores in the Denver and Orlando markets since March 2009 and in select Minneapolis stores since May 2009.
Our Low Price Promise showcases our commitment to offering low prices and value to our guests. We’re giving our guests peace of mind that they can get a great deal at Target.We are confident we have low prices every day. However, if our guests happen to find a lower price on an identical single item – defined as the same brand and model number that is listed on a local competitor’s printed advertisement, during the effective date of the ad – we will match that price.
We are communicating Our Low Price Promise to guests through our weekly circular – in Sunday newspapers and online. Later this summer, we will add in-store signage.
It's still too early to gauge the impact of program but so far, guests have requested very few price adjustments.
How Our Low Price Promise Works
Within seven days of purchase, guests can bring the actual printed competitor ad and a Target receipt of purchase of the same item to our in-store Guest Service area to receive a price adjustment. Photos/copies of advertisements or receipts will not be accepted.
In an effort to ensure that our checkout lanes are efficient and quick for our guests, we’ll handle price matches at our Guest Service desk. If a guest wants to do a price match in the checkout lane, our team members will ring up an item at the current price and then direct the guest to the Guest Service desk to do the price adjustment.
Price matching will apply to current, local print ads for in-store products only. Our price-match policy is not applicable to Target.com or other online ads. The following is a full list of exclusions:
Target.com or online retail promotion
Competitor’s Free Product
GiftCards
Limited quantity items
Open box or damaged
Clearance or closeout
Mail-in offers
Services (warranties, assembly, etc.)
Bundle offers
Special order
Sales-tax promotions
Liquidation/going out of business
Special financing
Coupons
Used or previously owned
Display merchandise
Pricing or typographical errors
Club or loyalty
Value
We have significantly increased our emphasis on communicating value through our marketing, in-store signing and merchandise presentation. Our Low Price Promise demonstrates our commitment to offering great value to our guests.
Target remains true to our brand promise of “Expect More. Pay Less.” We’ll continue to focus our efforts on the “Pay Less” side of our brand promise, while continuing to offer our guests what has helped us differentiate ourselves from our competitors: high quality, great design, affordability, and an inviting shopping environment.
At Target, we have a long-standing commitment to being price competitive with other retailers. We also remain firmly committed to delivering the newness, innovative design and exceptional quality Target is known for.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
SWEET Dr. Pepper deal at Albertson's!
There is a smokin' hot deal at Albertson's for Dr. Pepper lovers! I am a former Dr. Pepper lover myself. I actually still love it but am no longer drinking soda so alas...I am not getting this deal.
BUT...for those of you that want it, here is the scoop!
Purchase four 12 packs of Dr. Pepper. Purchasing four packs will come to $10.58, plus tax. THEN, you will get back a $10 catalina to use towards your next purchase! Keep rolling the catalina on repeated purchases for Dr. Pepper and you will only pay tax.
Thanks, Tiffani for telling me about this deal, even if I can't buy some. :) :)
BUT...for those of you that want it, here is the scoop!Purchase four 12 packs of Dr. Pepper. Purchasing four packs will come to $10.58, plus tax. THEN, you will get back a $10 catalina to use towards your next purchase! Keep rolling the catalina on repeated purchases for Dr. Pepper and you will only pay tax.
Thanks, Tiffani for telling me about this deal, even if I can't buy some. :) :)
Amazon Filler Items
You know how you are shopping on Amazon...getting great deals...and all you need is like $1 or so to get up to the $25 for free shipping? It can be a pain trying to find what you need to fill that gap.
Enter in the Amazon filler item finder. Type in the amount you need and it will find the items for you....in seconds! I love it!
Enter in the Amazon filler item finder. Type in the amount you need and it will find the items for you....in seconds! I love it!
Is it worth it?
I have many new readers to my blog, so I thought I would re-introduce how to use coupons. It is really easy once you get the hang of it! It does take organization, patience and yes...a lot of time! Read a past post to get the jist of it all!
Is Couponing Worth It?
Is Couponing Worth It?
Free highlighters at Walgreens
Use this coupon from coupons.com, Save $1.00 on any TWO (2) BIC® Stationery products, to get highlighters free at Walgreens this week! They are on sale for .49 cents each so you can get two for free!
Thanks, Surviving the Stores!
Thanks, Surviving the Stores!
Wednesday freebies at Arby's!
Today is Wednesday! That means a weekly freebie from Arby's. Here is today's freebie:
July 22 - Free Roastburger with any soft drink purchase
CLICK HERE to see the entire summer list of Arby's Wednesday freebies.
July 22 - Free Roastburger with any soft drink purchase
CLICK HERE to see the entire summer list of Arby's Wednesday freebies.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
More cheap magazine subscriptions from Amazon!
If you missed out on the $5 year subscription to Real Simple that I posted about last week...sorry! Hopefully it will be back. In the meantime, here are a few other cheap one year magazine subscriptions from Amazon.com.
GO HERE to find out how you can get magazine subscriptions for FREE!
GO HERE to find out how you can get magazine subscriptions for FREE!
80% off at Restaurant.com!
Another HOT sale at Restaurant.com! Get $25 certificates for $2 and a $10 certificate for 60¢!!!
Click on the banner to get 80% off your order at Restaurant.com! Just enter the code NAPKIN at checkout. Offer expires 7/28/09.
As always, check the restrictions on your the restaurant you are purchasing a certificate for. Each one has different restrictions.
Click on the banner to get 80% off your order at Restaurant.com! Just enter the code NAPKIN at checkout. Offer expires 7/28/09.
As always, check the restrictions on your the restaurant you are purchasing a certificate for. Each one has different restrictions.
What do I buy?
I always get asked what I buy on a regular basis. I don't have the time to take photos of every awesome shopping trip I do, but I do have awesome shopping trips all the time!
Last night I went to Albertson's and used 6 doubler coupons. I got milk for .49 cents a gallon, Cottonelle toilet paper for .18 cents a roll, and a few other goodies. Albertson's is the main place I shop on a regular basis. People wonder how that can be when their prices are usually more expensive. It's the secret of combining sales and coupons that make it the best place to shop!
I have to buy my perishables a few times a week. Milk, veggies and fresh fruit. I make a trip to Winco every few months to stock up on items I get in their bulk section (like seeds and nuts that I use to make granola). I hate Walmart (but most ofyou already know that) but I do get sucked in to grocery shop there a few times a month. I live right across the street from Albertson's so it's no big deal to go there several times a week. The other stores I plan my trips.
I have a lot of chicken, meat, and other staples in my freezer. I also have a big stockpile of basic things in my "pantry", like canned tomatoes, spices, and such to cook with. So on a weekly basis all I do is fill in the cracks with sale items to renew my stockpile. Every now and then I shop specifically for a certain menu, but usually I plan my menus around what I already have and what I am getting a great deal on that week.
I am trying to eat healthier and not purchase as many processed and sugary foods. I prefer to eat fresh. It is a process with my kids but we are starting a little at a time. I no longer buy fruit snacks, boxed mixes or dinners, certain kinds of cold cereal and things like that on a regular basis. We do have them every now and then. For example, bought pop tarts on a great sale awhile ago to have a couple of boxes when we went camping for a special treat. I try to make most things from scratch and make my own homemade mixes.
I also get asked how much I spend on groceries every month. You do need to keep in mind that prices vary by area and our needs change at times. But I normally spend around $375 a month on food for our family of six. Well, I guess I should say family of five since my baby only drinks breastmilk. :) That is only $93 a week for mostly healthy and fresh foods! Not to bad. When I see news stories on how a family of five spends $3,000 a month on food, that just blows me away! It can be done on a budget, people. I have MORE food now by couponing than I did before and I spent more money then.
I also get asked if we ever splurge. And the answer is YES. We do go out to eat every now and then, and I will get lazy and give the kids cold cereal for dinner. I am not superwoman. I just try to keep a vision and goal and stick to it as much as I can. Life happens!
How about you? What do you buy and how much do you spend?
Last night I went to Albertson's and used 6 doubler coupons. I got milk for .49 cents a gallon, Cottonelle toilet paper for .18 cents a roll, and a few other goodies. Albertson's is the main place I shop on a regular basis. People wonder how that can be when their prices are usually more expensive. It's the secret of combining sales and coupons that make it the best place to shop!
I have to buy my perishables a few times a week. Milk, veggies and fresh fruit. I make a trip to Winco every few months to stock up on items I get in their bulk section (like seeds and nuts that I use to make granola). I hate Walmart (but most ofyou already know that) but I do get sucked in to grocery shop there a few times a month. I live right across the street from Albertson's so it's no big deal to go there several times a week. The other stores I plan my trips.
I have a lot of chicken, meat, and other staples in my freezer. I also have a big stockpile of basic things in my "pantry", like canned tomatoes, spices, and such to cook with. So on a weekly basis all I do is fill in the cracks with sale items to renew my stockpile. Every now and then I shop specifically for a certain menu, but usually I plan my menus around what I already have and what I am getting a great deal on that week.
I am trying to eat healthier and not purchase as many processed and sugary foods. I prefer to eat fresh. It is a process with my kids but we are starting a little at a time. I no longer buy fruit snacks, boxed mixes or dinners, certain kinds of cold cereal and things like that on a regular basis. We do have them every now and then. For example, bought pop tarts on a great sale awhile ago to have a couple of boxes when we went camping for a special treat. I try to make most things from scratch and make my own homemade mixes.
I also get asked how much I spend on groceries every month. You do need to keep in mind that prices vary by area and our needs change at times. But I normally spend around $375 a month on food for our family of six. Well, I guess I should say family of five since my baby only drinks breastmilk. :) That is only $93 a week for mostly healthy and fresh foods! Not to bad. When I see news stories on how a family of five spends $3,000 a month on food, that just blows me away! It can be done on a budget, people. I have MORE food now by couponing than I did before and I spent more money then.
I also get asked if we ever splurge. And the answer is YES. We do go out to eat every now and then, and I will get lazy and give the kids cold cereal for dinner. I am not superwoman. I just try to keep a vision and goal and stick to it as much as I can. Life happens!
How about you? What do you buy and how much do you spend?
Paying it Forward
If you live in my area you can have an opportunity to Pay it Forward soon! My friends over at Fabulessly Frugal are hosting a bake sale and garage sale to help out a friend, Crissie, purchase a bicycle that her family desperately needs. Curious? GO HERE to read the details. Let's help out and Pay it Forward!
Monday, July 20, 2009
YoBaby Giveaway Winner!
Thanks to all for entering the YoBaby Giveaway!
And the winner is:True Random Number Generator
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Result: 20
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Jenny said...
And I'm a subscriber via google reader. Thanks!
July 15, 2009 5:18 PM
CONGRATS JENNY! I will email you today!
Shopping Lists
I am hooking you up with printable weekly shopping lists. Lists that have coupons all matched up for you! The hard work is done! Pinching Your Pennies puts a lot of hard work into those lists every week. Fred Meyer, Winco, Albertson's, and Smith's are included.
I would love to individually post the lists myself, but at this stage of my life and the demands of my family it takes too much time. Why repeat? :)
You will find the list links on the top right sidebar of my blog.
I would love to individually post the lists myself, but at this stage of my life and the demands of my family it takes too much time. Why repeat? :)
You will find the list links on the top right sidebar of my blog.
Friday, July 17, 2009
Frugal Living Friday: Save those containers
Welcome to Frugal Living Friday! Each week I will feature a tip that can help us stretch our budget and live more frugally! If you have a tip that you want shared on Frugal Living Friday, let me know and you could become a guest blogger for a day.
I shared this tip last year but I thought I would again since I have so many new readers. It's pretty simple...but if you have little children that love to pretend play, don't throw away those spice containers. They are perfect for adding to a play kitchen. They will feel just like mommy!
This tip can also extend to empty cereal, cracker, brownie and cake boxes, and really any empty food container. Then playtime seems more real and fun!
I shared this tip last year but I thought I would again since I have so many new readers. It's pretty simple...but if you have little children that love to pretend play, don't throw away those spice containers. They are perfect for adding to a play kitchen. They will feel just like mommy!
This tip can also extend to empty cereal, cracker, brownie and cake boxes, and really any empty food container. Then playtime seems more real and fun!
Free chocolate!
Don't forget to sign up for FREE chocolate from Mars on Fridays through the summer. It goes quickly so sign up early.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Great deal on Expo markers: Think school supplies!
I don't know about you, but these dry erase markers are on my kids' school supply list every year. And they always need replacement markers throughout the year too. I think I sent 4-5 packs with my oldest son through all of last year. They are usually priced between $3.99-$5.99 depending on where you shop.
Through Saturday night at Walgreens, use their in-ad coupon to get them for only $1.99 a pack! What a deal! I am stocking up.
Through Saturday night at Walgreens, use their in-ad coupon to get them for only $1.99 a pack! What a deal! I am stocking up.
Walmart and Target Deals
I was able to make it to Walmart and Target yesterday and picked up a few cheapies and freebies. Target is always out of most everything I always want to use coupons on. I'm just not quick enough sometimes! Here is what I got:
WALMART
Huggies baby wipes travel case $1.47 each
Huggies Bath & Body Product, any $1/1 (7-18-09) SS-4/19
Final price: .47 each!
Dentek Flossers $1
$1/1 All You magazine (one of the past few issues)
(or you could use this coupon: DenTek Floss Pick, any 50ct or larger $1/1 (7-18-09) SS-1/18)
Final price: FREE!
Carefree pantiliners $1
$1/1 Parents magazine March '09
Final price: FREE!
White Cloud toilet paper, 4 pk, $2 each
White Cloud Bathroom Tissue Product, any $1/1 (8-10-09) SS-5/10
Final price: $1 each!
True North nut snacks $2.50
TrueNorth 100% natural nut snacks, any flavor/variety 4.5-7 oz. size bag $1/1 (9-30-09) SS-2/8
Try me free rebate on the package
Final price: $1 overage!
Nestle Pure Life Water 6 pk $1 (I forgot to put this in the photo)
$1/1 Printable Coupon
Final price: FREE!
Don't forget to pick up free Reach dental floss at Walmart the next time you go.
TARGET
Nestle Good Start formula, $11.99
$11/1 formula check (sign up HERE to get these checks in the mail)
Final price: .99!
Johnson's baby wash $2.19
$1/1 Target coupon from the baby welcome kit I posted about HERE
Johnson’s Baby product, any excluding trial sizes $1/1 (7-30-09) RP-4/26
Final price: .19 cents!
I also used a $1 off Target Cafe coupon from that baby welcome kit to get my 8 year old an icee for .19 cents while we shopped. Like I said, many of the coupon deals circulating around were gone at my Target. Hopefully I can get them next time. Did you get any deals at Walmart or Target this week?
Thrifty Tip Thursday
I love to organize. I also love to keep lots of stuff.
It seemed I always had lots of papers, little things I wanted to keep but I didn't know where to put. Even papers my kids brought home from school or something they made in church. I just didn't have time to always put them in permanent homes. Does this sound familiar?
Here is how I conquer that problem! I found this idea from Creating Keepsakes a few years ago. Take these manila folders, label them for every month of the year and attach a ring.
I hang these on the side of my fridge on a hook. Now when I have those misc papers, little notes, pictures drawn in church or just things I want to keep but not sure what to do with....I put them in the monthly folder! I have done this for 2 years now and it really helps me keep things in order. It is one of my favorite organizing techniques!
I take this idea a step further. At the end of every month I write a monthly summary of what we did and what happened that I want to remember. It only takes a few minutes. This came in handy just a few months ago when I was completing a 2007 digital scrapbook of our family. All I had to do is go back to these folders, pull out our monthly summaries I made and I had all the journaling I needed. It brought back memories I never would have recalled if I hadn't had written that stuff down. I was so glad I did.
It seemed I always had lots of papers, little things I wanted to keep but I didn't know where to put. Even papers my kids brought home from school or something they made in church. I just didn't have time to always put them in permanent homes. Does this sound familiar?
Here is how I conquer that problem! I found this idea from Creating Keepsakes a few years ago. Take these manila folders, label them for every month of the year and attach a ring.
I hang these on the side of my fridge on a hook. Now when I have those misc papers, little notes, pictures drawn in church or just things I want to keep but not sure what to do with....I put them in the monthly folder! I have done this for 2 years now and it really helps me keep things in order. It is one of my favorite organizing techniques!I take this idea a step further. At the end of every month I write a monthly summary of what we did and what happened that I want to remember. It only takes a few minutes. This came in handy just a few months ago when I was completing a 2007 digital scrapbook of our family. All I had to do is go back to these folders, pull out our monthly summaries I made and I had all the journaling I needed. It brought back memories I never would have recalled if I hadn't had written that stuff down. I was so glad I did.
Hot Deal Alert!
While at Target yesterday they had LOTS on clearance! Call your store to see if they have the same items on clearance.
- Shoes 30%-50% off
- Toys 30% off
- Boys clothes 30%-50% off
- Infants clothes 30% off
There were LOTS of toys and shoes on clearance! I like to wait until the sale reaches 75% off before I buy. Check the approximate markdown schedule to help with that, although it does vary by store. I call my store every couple of days to see where the sale is at before I drive there. I am hoping to snag some great deals on shoes soon!
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Money Back Guarantees
Here is a great list of money back guarantees that are currently available. Thanks, The Freebie Blogger!
Mr. Clean Magic Eraser or Multi Purpose Cleaners - Ends 6/30/10
Seattle’s Best Coffee Money Back Guarantee - Ends 12/31/09
Scotch Lint or Pet Hair Rollers
Pantene Pro V - Ends 6/30/10
Suave Body Lotion and Wash - Ends 9/30/09
Drano Max Gel - 11/30/09
Biz Stain Fighter - Ends 12/31/09
Scrubbing Bubbles Automatic Shower Cleaner - Ends 12/31/09
Spot Shot - Ends 7/31/09
Nestle Good Start Formula
Aussie Hair Care (very bottom of page)
Mr. Clean Magic Eraser or Multi Purpose Cleaners - Ends 6/30/10
Seattle’s Best Coffee Money Back Guarantee - Ends 12/31/09
Scotch Lint or Pet Hair Rollers
Pantene Pro V - Ends 6/30/10
Suave Body Lotion and Wash - Ends 9/30/09
Drano Max Gel - 11/30/09
Biz Stain Fighter - Ends 12/31/09
Scrubbing Bubbles Automatic Shower Cleaner - Ends 12/31/09
Spot Shot - Ends 7/31/09
Nestle Good Start Formula
Aussie Hair Care (very bottom of page)
GIVEAWAY: YoBaby Yogurt
Stonyfield Farms is well known for their high quality certified organic products. Have you tried YoBaby products from Stonyfield Farm? If not, now is your chance to try them FREE!
Stonyfield Farms has a new YoBaby product out called YoBaby 3 in 1 Meals. It is just starting to hit stores shelves now. YoBaby Meals offer a unique 3-in-1 combination of protein-packed yogurt + fruit + veggie purée in one cup. They’re an easy, delicious and surprising way to help moms give their babies and toddlers a trio of important food groups at every meal.
They come in three delicious flavors -- Pear & Green Bean, Peach & Squash, Apple & Sweet Potato – are just right for baby’s growing appetite. And the single serve 6-ounce cup offers 50% more than current 4-ounce YoBaby multipacks.
Of course, YoBaby is still all natural and certified organic, made with milk from cows fed organic feed and not treated with antibiotics or artificial growth hormones – since we’ve always believed organic is not only better for baby, but better for the planet as well.
Would you like to try NEW YoBaby 3 in 1 Meals? Enter this giveaway for a chance to win!
Included in this giveaway:
My daughter LOVED the YoBaby yogurt we tried. Peach was her favorite flavor. Since the YoBaby 3 in 1 meals are just starting to come out we haven't tried them yet. I wanted to give you a product review but it will just have to wait. Let's do the giveaway!!!
Giveaway Guidelines:
Stonyfield Farms has a new YoBaby product out called YoBaby 3 in 1 Meals. It is just starting to hit stores shelves now. YoBaby Meals offer a unique 3-in-1 combination of protein-packed yogurt + fruit + veggie purée in one cup. They’re an easy, delicious and surprising way to help moms give their babies and toddlers a trio of important food groups at every meal.
They come in three delicious flavors -- Pear & Green Bean, Peach & Squash, Apple & Sweet Potato – are just right for baby’s growing appetite. And the single serve 6-ounce cup offers 50% more than current 4-ounce YoBaby multipacks.
Of course, YoBaby is still all natural and certified organic, made with milk from cows fed organic feed and not treated with antibiotics or artificial growth hormones – since we’ve always believed organic is not only better for baby, but better for the planet as well.
Would you like to try NEW YoBaby 3 in 1 Meals? Enter this giveaway for a chance to win!
Included in this giveaway:
- a reusable YoBaby Bag
- an Eric Carl Growth Chart
- a YoBaby travel bowl with lid and utensils
- an organic YoBaby bib
- a bundle of 5 Free YoBaby coupons
My daughter LOVED the YoBaby yogurt we tried. Peach was her favorite flavor. Since the YoBaby 3 in 1 meals are just starting to come out we haven't tried them yet. I wanted to give you a product review but it will just have to wait. Let's do the giveaway!!!
Giveaway Guidelines:
- Leave a comment on this post about why you would like to win!
- Please leave me your email address so I have a way to contact you.
- No anonymous comments please.
- Giveaway ends July 20, 2009 at 3PM MST.
- You can earn extra entries by following the guidelines below. Please leave a separate comment for each entry you earn. It makes it easier to count.
- Winner to be chosen via Random Number Generator.
- Winner has 72 hours to respond or another winner will be chosen.
Extra Entries:
- Start following my blog
- Add my button to your blog
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- Blog about this giveaway and leave me the link in your comment
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Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Free After Rebate: Tyson Skillet Creations
There is a money maker on this deal! Awesome.
GO HERE to print a rebate form for Tyson Skillet Creations. Purchase a kit by 10/31/09 and get a rebate back of up to $4.99. Make sure you read the instructions: You need your UPC and original receipt.
So you get your full purchase price back. NOW, you can get ahead by using a coupon with the rebate! HERE is a printable $1/1 coupon you can use.
And, if you subscribe to ALL YOU magazine, in the June 2009 issue there was a $1/1 coupon you could if you can't use a printable.
GO HERE to print a rebate form for Tyson Skillet Creations. Purchase a kit by 10/31/09 and get a rebate back of up to $4.99. Make sure you read the instructions: You need your UPC and original receipt.
So you get your full purchase price back. NOW, you can get ahead by using a coupon with the rebate! HERE is a printable $1/1 coupon you can use.
And, if you subscribe to ALL YOU magazine, in the June 2009 issue there was a $1/1 coupon you could if you can't use a printable.
Monday, July 13, 2009
Baked Lays for .79 a bag!
When I was at Albertson's Saturday night doubling coupons, I noticed their Extreme Buy for this week are Baked Lays and Sun Chips for $2.79 a bag. There were tear pads on the display for $1/1 bag. I thought $1.79 a bag was good...but then I used my doublers to make it only .79 cents a bag! I bought several bags for our upcoming family reunions and BBQs.
Check your store to see if they have the tearpad coupons with your display. It's a great deal! The doublers for this week end tomorrow night.
Check your store to see if they have the tearpad coupons with your display. It's a great deal! The doublers for this week end tomorrow night.
Real Simple Magazine: Only $5!
This is a steal deal!
Real Simple magazine at Amazon right now is only $5 for a year subscription! WOW! I love Real Simple and I have never seen a subscription less than $20 a year. Grab this while you can!
Magazine subscriptions at Amazon always have free shipping, but this also counts towards your free shipping total ($25 or more).
Celebrate!
Free Mocha Mondays at McDonalds
Today starts Free Mocha Mondays at participating McDonald's restaurants. From 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., customers can get a free sample of McDonald's hot or iced mochas. The promotion runs through Aug. 3. Click HERE for more info. Call your local McDonald's to see if they are participating first.
Thanks Jess for passing this along!
Thanks Jess for passing this along!
Printable Coupon Roundup
*Don't forget about all the fabulous coupons available right now on Coupons.com! Print from the convenient coupon bar here or at the top of my blog.*
$1/1 All 2x Ultra or Small and Might detergent
Honey Nut Cherrios $1/1 HERE or HERE (thanks A Thrifty Mom!)
Mission Plus tortillas $1/1
$1/1 Colgate Sensitive toothpaste
$2/1 Huggies Pull-ups
Neosporin coupons
$1/1 Nestle Pure Life Water pack and $1/1 Carnation Instant Breakfast
Beechnut Baby Food (thanks, Utah Deal Diva!) these print immediately upon clicking so have your printer ready!
$1/10 Jars of Beech-Nut® Baby Food
$1/1 Beech-Nut Let’s Grow! 7 Grain Nibbles
$1/1 Beech-Nut Let’s Grow! Yogurt Nibbles
75¢ /1 Beech-Nut Juice Blend
75¢/1 Beech-Nut Let’s Grow!™ Biter Biscuits or Cookies
$1/1 8 Good Morning™ or Good Evening™ Stage 2® Jars
$1/1 Beech-Nut Let’s Grow!™ Fruit Nibbles
$2/20 Jars of Beech-Nut Baby Food
$1/2 Beech-Nut Cereals
$1/6 DHA plus+™ Jars
Free Charmin extender and $1 coupon
10% off Lowes moving coupon
10% off Home Depot moving coupon
$1/1 All 2x Ultra or Small and Might detergent
Honey Nut Cherrios $1/1 HERE or HERE (thanks A Thrifty Mom!)
Mission Plus tortillas $1/1
$1/1 Colgate Sensitive toothpaste
$2/1 Huggies Pull-ups
Neosporin coupons
$1/1 Nestle Pure Life Water pack and $1/1 Carnation Instant Breakfast
Beechnut Baby Food (thanks, Utah Deal Diva!) these print immediately upon clicking so have your printer ready!
$1/10 Jars of Beech-Nut® Baby Food
$1/1 Beech-Nut Let’s Grow! 7 Grain Nibbles
$1/1 Beech-Nut Let’s Grow! Yogurt Nibbles
75¢ /1 Beech-Nut Juice Blend
75¢/1 Beech-Nut Let’s Grow!™ Biter Biscuits or Cookies
$1/1 8 Good Morning™ or Good Evening™ Stage 2® Jars
$1/1 Beech-Nut Let’s Grow!™ Fruit Nibbles
$2/20 Jars of Beech-Nut Baby Food
$1/2 Beech-Nut Cereals
$1/6 DHA plus+™ Jars
Free Charmin extender and $1 coupon
10% off Lowes moving coupon
10% off Home Depot moving coupon
Saturday, July 11, 2009
70% off at Restaurant.com!
50 digital prints for 50 pennies!
New AND existing customers at Snapfish can get 50 prints for 50 pennies! The sale was last week and I did it twice, but the promo has been extended now through July 13th! This is a SUPER deal, so don't miss out. After shipping I paid less than $4. It came out to be .08 cents per print, shipped! You can't find that anywhere I know of.
Click on the logo to get going. Thanks, PYP!
Click on the logo to get going. Thanks, PYP!
My Storage
I have had many people ask me about this small picture on my sidebar of my storage asking me to explain more about it. Yes, it is my garage! I don't have a pantry in my kitchen so my garage is my pantry. I do have a free-standing pantry inside, but it is small so the bulk of my food is in the garage.
First I need to explain that I believe in having a food storage (or stockpile like others call it). My church encourages it's members to be prepared for emergencies like disasters or unemployment and by having a food storage you can have peace of mind knowing you can survive if you needed to. I will link to more information on that later in my post.
Now, back to my photo....
(For those who know me...pay no attention to that Heineken box...no we did not start drinking...I got it with some canning jars years ago and never changed the box.)
First, this picture was taken six months ago, back in January 2009. This area in my garage looks MUCH different now. Lots of this food is gone and more has taken it's place. It is not as full now, I have more empty space on the shelves. My storage looks different depending on the sale items I get. For example, much of that instant oatmeal is gone, and lots, lots of salsa has taken it's place. Although that is disappearing fast too!
Those large bags of rice on the top shelf are gone. I had purchased them at Costco to dry pack for longer term food storage, and I did that not long after I took this photo. Everything you see here is my short-term food storage, six months or less. My long term-food storage I don't touch. Much of that is dry packed in #10 cans. I keep those in my crawl space (up on wood slats of course), under the beds in my house, in closets, and the garage. Basically, anywhere I can find space.
The large buckets are full of flour, white sugar and brown sugar. They are my regular rotation of food. Like I stated above, my longer term food storage I have dry packed. The backpacks on the top shelf are our 72 hour kits. Yes, we do have water storage. We currently have about a month's worth of water storage for our family in two 55 gallon drums and other containers. Those are also in the garage.
In the photo above I have lots on the floor in my garage...toilet paper, paper towels, etc. In May my husband built these creative shelves on the ceiling in our garage to store more of our stockpile:
It has been a big help having more space to store! We don't live in a very big house (1605 sq ft) and it's a 2 car garage. We don't have much storage space in the house so I have had to be very creative with where to find room for all of our food. My husband just threw stuff up there when he built them that day and I have yet to organize it the way I want. But I am thrilled with the shelves.
First I need to explain that I believe in having a food storage (or stockpile like others call it). My church encourages it's members to be prepared for emergencies like disasters or unemployment and by having a food storage you can have peace of mind knowing you can survive if you needed to. I will link to more information on that later in my post.
Now, back to my photo....
(For those who know me...pay no attention to that Heineken box...no we did not start drinking...I got it with some canning jars years ago and never changed the box.)First, this picture was taken six months ago, back in January 2009. This area in my garage looks MUCH different now. Lots of this food is gone and more has taken it's place. It is not as full now, I have more empty space on the shelves. My storage looks different depending on the sale items I get. For example, much of that instant oatmeal is gone, and lots, lots of salsa has taken it's place. Although that is disappearing fast too!
Those large bags of rice on the top shelf are gone. I had purchased them at Costco to dry pack for longer term food storage, and I did that not long after I took this photo. Everything you see here is my short-term food storage, six months or less. My long term-food storage I don't touch. Much of that is dry packed in #10 cans. I keep those in my crawl space (up on wood slats of course), under the beds in my house, in closets, and the garage. Basically, anywhere I can find space.
The large buckets are full of flour, white sugar and brown sugar. They are my regular rotation of food. Like I stated above, my longer term food storage I have dry packed. The backpacks on the top shelf are our 72 hour kits. Yes, we do have water storage. We currently have about a month's worth of water storage for our family in two 55 gallon drums and other containers. Those are also in the garage.
In the photo above I have lots on the floor in my garage...toilet paper, paper towels, etc. In May my husband built these creative shelves on the ceiling in our garage to store more of our stockpile:
It has been a big help having more space to store! We don't live in a very big house (1605 sq ft) and it's a 2 car garage. We don't have much storage space in the house so I have had to be very creative with where to find room for all of our food. My husband just threw stuff up there when he built them that day and I have yet to organize it the way I want. But I am thrilled with the shelves.My food storage areas and items have changed with my needs over the years. Here is a photo of my food storage area in the garage (the same area as the first photo) in 2006:
Those two photos are drastically different! At the time of this photo I had just had my third child and my other two children were much smaller (thus consuming less food). Plus, I didn't have those shelves all over the wall in my garage then. But couponing was still awesome! In fact couponing was so much better then. All those brownie mixes I got for only .50 cents and cereal for .30 cents a box. Albertson's was a good couponing store then too just not as many people did couponing. Prices are higher now but that's inflation for you.
Those two photos are drastically different! At the time of this photo I had just had my third child and my other two children were much smaller (thus consuming less food). Plus, I didn't have those shelves all over the wall in my garage then. But couponing was still awesome! In fact couponing was so much better then. All those brownie mixes I got for only .50 cents and cereal for .30 cents a box. Albertson's was a good couponing store then too just not as many people did couponing. Prices are higher now but that's inflation for you.Anyway, so what I do after I shop a big stock-up sale is re-organize my area in the garage. I try to keep the items that expire first in the front so I know what to use first. I also keep items together that are similar: condiments, salsa, taco shells, spaghetti sauce, etc. Then I can also find items quickly and they don't get lost on the shelf. Much of that stuff is hidden in the photo above from the bikes hanging or the boxes of other food, but I always know where things are. I can ask my husband to get me something from the garage and he will not be able to find it...but I know where it is! :) :)
If you are starting to begin your stockpile or food storage, just start putting food anywhere you have space. I mentioned above that we keep food under our beds. I put bed risers on all the beds to fit more under them. Utilize your space, and you will be surprised at what you can come up with. I can do it, so I know you can too!
For more detailed information on acquiring your food storage, read A New Message on Home Storage. Also check out basic information on family home storage techniques and how-to's.
Friday, July 10, 2009
Pampers Potty Training Kit
Pampers is once again offering their potty training kit. CLICK HERE to order.
Thanks, The Freebie Blogger!
Thanks, The Freebie Blogger!
More on Homemade Popsicles
I have mentioned before that I love to make homemade popsicles for my kids. I came across this fabulous article today, 32 Unique Homemade Popsicle Recipes and Ideas, that you need to check out!
Frugal Living Friday: Crafty Goodness
Welcome to Frugal Living Friday! Each week I will feature a tip that can help us stretch our budget and live more frugally! If you have a tip that you want shared on Frugal Living Friday, let me know and you could become a guest blogger for a day.
Summertime is a great time to do some crafts with the kids. There is a lot of down time and crafts are also a way to keep their minds occupied and thinking. Craft supplies can be expensive though, so try coming up with a few ideas with what you have at home. Plus, when you are thinking about using what you have it keeps you from buying more stuff.
Use cardboard boxes
Boxes have endless possibilities! Make a stove for a little girl, a bed for a doll, an airplane...you decide. Kids can go crazy with a box. Most of the time they play better with a box than with the toys that came in it.
Have a marching band
Gather up empty toilet paper and paper towel tubes, empty oatmeal canisters, empty formula cans...anything of that nature that you can make into an instrument. Decorate them with markers and use rice or beans inside to make noise. Take empty plastic water bottles and fill with beans for a toddler to shake as a maraca. Family Fun has more ideas on this.
Here are a few more fun and thrifty craft ideas for this summer:
Lazy summer lunches
Many fun ways to recycle laundry detergent caps for crafts
Painting rocks
Toast art
Summertime is a great time to do some crafts with the kids. There is a lot of down time and crafts are also a way to keep their minds occupied and thinking. Craft supplies can be expensive though, so try coming up with a few ideas with what you have at home. Plus, when you are thinking about using what you have it keeps you from buying more stuff.
Use cardboard boxes
Boxes have endless possibilities! Make a stove for a little girl, a bed for a doll, an airplane...you decide. Kids can go crazy with a box. Most of the time they play better with a box than with the toys that came in it.
Have a marching band
Gather up empty toilet paper and paper towel tubes, empty oatmeal canisters, empty formula cans...anything of that nature that you can make into an instrument. Decorate them with markers and use rice or beans inside to make noise. Take empty plastic water bottles and fill with beans for a toddler to shake as a maraca. Family Fun has more ideas on this.
Here are a few more fun and thrifty craft ideas for this summer:
Lazy summer lunches
Many fun ways to recycle laundry detergent caps for crafts
Painting rocks
Toast art
Sunday, July 5, 2009
50% off coupon to Michaels
This week is a wild one for me, so I may not be posting much. Here is a great deal if you are out and about, though.
CLICK HERE to print off a coupon to use at Michael's Craft Store for 50% off the regular price of one item.
Coupon is good all week, through Saturday.
CLICK HERE to print off a coupon to use at Michael's Craft Store for 50% off the regular price of one item.
Coupon is good all week, through Saturday.
Free 2 year subscription to Shape Magazine
I just got an email from Rewards Gold and the free 2 year subscription to Shape Magazine is back! This offer won't last long though, so sign up now! These subscriptions always come and there are no bills.
Saturday, July 4, 2009
Happy 4th of July
Friday, July 3, 2009
Free Reach Floss at Walmart
Frugal Living Friday: Homemade laundry detergent
Welcome to Frugal Living Friday! Each week I will feature a tip that can help us stretch our budget and live more frugally! If you have a tip that you want shared on Frugal Living Friday, let me know and you could become a guest blogger for a day.
Have you made homemade laundry detergent before? I must confess I have not. But recently I have had a few people tell me how FABULOUS it is, and CHEAP too!
Today's FFL post is from Tricia, over at Jacobson's Journaling and Jibberish. She emailed me about her recipe for homemade laundry detergent. I have to try it! Thanks for sharing with us Tricia! Here is what she has to say:
With this front loader I've recently acquired, I didn't want to have to buy the expensive front loader detergent that it "requires". But I wasn't sure how much I could use of the regular detergent and have it NOT suds up too much. This recipe is the one that the Duggar's use... you know, the "18 kids and counting" family on TV? They've got more front loaders than I have kids, so I figure if they trust this recipe then I sure can!
I bought: new 5 gallon bucket $4.64
lid: $1.27
Borax: $2.98
Baking Soda: $1.00
3 bars of Ivory soap (any non/low-sudsing soap will do): $1.07
I bought: new 5 gallon bucket $4.64
lid: $1.27
Borax: $2.98
Baking Soda: $1.00
3 bars of Ivory soap (any non/low-sudsing soap will do): $1.07
I grated one bar of soap into an old pot, added 4 cups of hot tap water, and melted it on the stove. Then I poured that into my bucket, and added 1 cup of baking soda, and 1/2 cup of Borax.
When it looked like that was all stirred up and dissolved, I added more hot tap water to fill my bucket and put the lid on. I'll let that sit overnight, and when I run out of my super-expensive Tide detergent made especially for front loaders, I'll use that empty container and funnel this in!
Update: I bought an oil essence at my favorite bead store for $3.50 and added HALF of it to the bucket. LOVE the smell, and can't wait to see how well it cleans!
I wanted to see how much this costs per bucket, so I measured out the Borax and baking soda I bought. You get 12 cups of Borax = 24 buckets, and 4 cups of baking soda = 4 buckets. So I'm spending 74 CENTS per 5 gallon bucket, and thinking this will last me more than a month with a family of 6. I usually buy Surf powder detergent for about $12, and it's gone within the month.
NOTE: See Tricia's full post at her blog for more detailed pictures and info on making your own laundry detergent, and other laundry tips! Do you have any laundry tips to share?
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Kraft Savings Booklet & Rebates
Start summer off with some savings!
Kraft is handing out a Back to School Savings Booklet while supplies last. Inside you will find two $20 rebates and $15 worth of coupons! Some of the brands included are Nabisco, Planters, Capri Sun, Ritz Bits and Easy Cheese.
SIGN UP HERE!
Kraft is handing out a Back to School Savings Booklet while supplies last. Inside you will find two $20 rebates and $15 worth of coupons! Some of the brands included are Nabisco, Planters, Capri Sun, Ritz Bits and Easy Cheese.
SIGN UP HERE!
Old Navy flag t-shirts $1
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Free Lego Magazines
I have posted about this before, but it's worth posting about again. If you have any Lego fans in your house, you need to order these free magazines. Both are free 2 year subscriptions!
Lego Club magazine for those over 6 years old.
GO HERE to sign up. (Look on the right side of the page to click on your country to begin.)
Lego Club Jr magazine for those Lego fans under 6 years old.
* Stories little ones can read on their own, or with Mom or Dad
* New, simple models built with common bricks
* Fun comics, coloring pages, puzzles and games
* Sneak peeks at new LEGO sets
* Cool Creations – pictures of models built by kids 6 and younger
* And much more!
GO HERE to sign up. Lego Club Jr magazine is for the US only.
Thrifty Tip Thursday: Popsicles
Popsicles are a big hit in the hot summer months. Our house is no exception!
However, I do try to keep the sugar intake down too....so I make homemade popsicles most of the time.
You know how you end up with overripe fruit and a little bit of yogurt left no one wants to eat? Put those in the blender with some ice, orange juice concentrate and whatever else you have, blend up nice and pour into popsicle molds. I have the vintage Tupperware Ice Tups. I love them. If you don't have popsicle molds you can use small paper cups with a popsicle stick.
I carry it a bit further and add in carrots and spinach from my garden so the kiddos get more nutrition. When I use spinach I add in pineapple and honey to sweeten it and blueberries and strawberries so it doesn't look so green.
I love being able to say to my kids when they are asking for their 4th popsicle... "Sure, you can have another popsicle!"
However, I do try to keep the sugar intake down too....so I make homemade popsicles most of the time.
You know how you end up with overripe fruit and a little bit of yogurt left no one wants to eat? Put those in the blender with some ice, orange juice concentrate and whatever else you have, blend up nice and pour into popsicle molds. I have the vintage Tupperware Ice Tups. I love them. If you don't have popsicle molds you can use small paper cups with a popsicle stick.
photo courtesy of flickr
I carry it a bit further and add in carrots and spinach from my garden so the kiddos get more nutrition. When I use spinach I add in pineapple and honey to sweeten it and blueberries and strawberries so it doesn't look so green.
I love being able to say to my kids when they are asking for their 4th popsicle... "Sure, you can have another popsicle!"
New milk coupon and more!
It's the beginning of a new month!
That means the coupons at Coupons.com have been reset, and you can print 2 copies of each coupon again. Remember the milk and cheese coupon from last month? GO PRINT THEM AGAIN! (The yogurt coupon has not been reset).
.75/1 gallon or 2 half gallons ANY BRAND milk
$1/1 2 lb or larger ANY BRAND cheese
Print from the convenient coupon bar at the top of my blog.
That means the coupons at Coupons.com have been reset, and you can print 2 copies of each coupon again. Remember the milk and cheese coupon from last month? GO PRINT THEM AGAIN! (The yogurt coupon has not been reset).
.75/1 gallon or 2 half gallons ANY BRAND milk
$1/1 2 lb or larger ANY BRAND cheese
Print from the convenient coupon bar at the top of my blog.
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