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Monday, August 31, 2009
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Menu Plan Monday: August 31
I didn't post my menu plan last week. Probably good...I tried several new recipes and many of them we just didn't care for. I am in the mood for some good food. We did love the Potatoes Anna recipe, which we are having again this week! I have lots of good red potatoes from our garden to use.I have seen some different ways of posting menus. Not just the dinners but he other meals as well. I think I will try that this week. I am trying to eat better. I will also be posting our weekly Family Home Evening Treat.
Also, if I am trying a new recipe I will have a red asterisk (*) by it. Some new recipes I find online, those I will give a link for. Others I won't put online unless I like them first. Join Menu Plan Monday at OrgJunkie today!
Breakfasts:
cold cereal
*banana chip muffins
breakfast burritos
oatmeal
Lunches/Snacks:
whole wheat pita sandwiches
chicken salad sandwiches
fresh fruit
veggie sticks
zucchini bread
pico de gallo w/tortilla chips
FHE treat:
*healthified chocolate chip cookies (these sound delicious. I will post the recipe if I like it).
Dinners:
1. BBQ, *classic potato salad & fruit
2. * Chicken Tortilla Chip Casserole & salad
3.Frito Dinner & corn
4. *Crockpot Chicken Italiano & Potatoes Anna, green beans from the garden
5. Our 11th Anniversary!!!! Quesadillas for the kids.
6. Homemade Pizzas & veggie sticks
7. Chicken Rolls, salad
Friday, August 28, 2009
Free $10 mall gift card!
I rarely shop at our mall, but when I get a free gift card to spend there.....I am on my way!Head on over to Shop Smart, Look Fab! They are giving away $10 gift cards to participating local malls. Fill out your info, then get an email confirmation code that you take to the Shop Smart, Look Fab booth at your local mall. There they will give you a $10 gift card! This is during Shop Smart days, starting September 17th.
Also, please note that there are two offers running. The first one is getting a $10 gift card when you spend $75. But the second offer is to get a $10 gift card with no purchase required. For me it was on the 2nd page of offers. For those in my area, as of tonight there were 332 gift cards left to hand out.
ENJOY! I know I will.
Thanks, Surviving the Stores!
Chocolate anyone?
Remember the free candy you can get every Friday? We can all use some chocolate! At least I know I can. :)
Mars company is giving away coupons for a free candy bar through September 25th. You can get up to 4 coupons per household during this promo. CLICK HERE to get yours!
Free lip item with any purchase at Bath and Body Works!
GO HERE to print a coupon for a FREE lip item with any purchase at Bath and Body Works! Value up to $7.50! I like to get the trial size hand sanitizers for .99 cents.
HURRY! Offer is valid only this weekend!
HURRY! Offer is valid only this weekend!
No more Sunday ads for Michael's
I got an email this morning from Michael's Arts and Crafts. Starting this weekend, August 30th, they are discontinuing their Sunday newspaper ads with their coupons.
I posted several months ago about how to get online Michael's coupons. So never fear....we can still get those 40% off coupons!
GO HERE to find out how to get Michael's coupons directly into your email inbox! Plus, if you are a new subscriber you should get a 50% off coupon for your first one!
Plus, remember that Joann's Fabrics DOES take Michael's coupons. They just require that they carry the same item you are purchasing. I like using my Michael's coupons at Joann's if I can. Mainly because they let me use both my Joann's coupon and Michael's coupon in the same visit! Michael's only lets you use one per visit.
I posted several months ago about how to get online Michael's coupons. So never fear....we can still get those 40% off coupons!
GO HERE to find out how to get Michael's coupons directly into your email inbox! Plus, if you are a new subscriber you should get a 50% off coupon for your first one!
Plus, remember that Joann's Fabrics DOES take Michael's coupons. They just require that they carry the same item you are purchasing. I like using my Michael's coupons at Joann's if I can. Mainly because they let me use both my Joann's coupon and Michael's coupon in the same visit! Michael's only lets you use one per visit.
Frugal Living Friday: Common Sense Repairs
Welcome to Frugal Living Friday! Each week I will feature a tip that can stretch our budget and live more frugally! If you have a tip you want shared on Frugal Living Friday, let me know and you could become guest blogger for a day.
Have you ever found yourself calling a repairman for a home appliance problem? Then when they get there & inspect the issue, you find out its a simple fix? Then you are stuck paying a large service call fee when you could have fixed the problem yourself.
Here is an example. For a week or so I have noticed that our refrigerator wasn't getting as cold as it should. We turned up the temperature but it was not getting colder. My husband said he would look at it. The next morning as I got the milk out it was very cold! And it was a simple, quick fix.
The fridge and freezer work together to keep the temperature regulated properly. See this vent? It is in the top left of the fridge, and it goes to the freezer on the other side.
The problem was this: That bag of bacon bit was standing up blocking the flow vent. That's it! Once my husband folded down the bag the fridge started to become colder within the hour. If we had called a service man we would have paid at least $75 for him to just tell us that.
If you have something wrong with an appliance, toilet, or other item in your home, take some time to check into what might be wrong before you pick up the phone to call a repairman. My husband is handy, but if you are not maybe you know someone who is that could give you some tips. It just might save you lots of cash.
Have you ever found yourself calling a repairman for a home appliance problem? Then when they get there & inspect the issue, you find out its a simple fix? Then you are stuck paying a large service call fee when you could have fixed the problem yourself.
Here is an example. For a week or so I have noticed that our refrigerator wasn't getting as cold as it should. We turned up the temperature but it was not getting colder. My husband said he would look at it. The next morning as I got the milk out it was very cold! And it was a simple, quick fix.
The fridge and freezer work together to keep the temperature regulated properly. See this vent? It is in the top left of the fridge, and it goes to the freezer on the other side.
The problem was this: That bag of bacon bit was standing up blocking the flow vent. That's it! Once my husband folded down the bag the fridge started to become colder within the hour. If we had called a service man we would have paid at least $75 for him to just tell us that.If you have something wrong with an appliance, toilet, or other item in your home, take some time to check into what might be wrong before you pick up the phone to call a repairman. My husband is handy, but if you are not maybe you know someone who is that could give you some tips. It just might save you lots of cash.
Here are some online resources to learning more about home repairs:
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Shopping Lists
Due to several requests, here are links to some printable shopping lists, complete with coupons that match up with the sale items! Pinching Your Pennies delivers it right to us!
Included are:
Idaho
Utah
Arizona
Nevada
California
Washington
Also included are national shopping lists for Walgreens and CVS! CLICK HERE to get started!
Included are:Idaho
Utah
Arizona
Nevada
California
Washington
Also included are national shopping lists for Walgreens and CVS! CLICK HERE to get started!
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Free Lip Balm!
EOS is giving out 50,000 sweet mint smooth sphere lip balms! To sign up, go HERE and fill out your mailing info! Easy peasy. I can't wait for this to come in the mail. I love lip balm!Thanks Utah Deal Diva!
Beechnut Freebies and Coupons
Sign up for the Beech-Nut eNewsletter and receive a FREE Starter Kit by mail, which appears to include cereal and jars of Stage 1 food, as well as coupons for Stage 2 jars of food. Allow 3-5 weeks for delivery.
When you sign up for the eNewsletter you'll also receive two great printable coupons by email, including a $1/2 Beech-Nut Cereals coupon and a $1/3 Beech-Nut Items coupon.
Thanks, Coupon Cravings!
Want to see more baby freebies and coupons? GO HERE!
FREE $10 credit for new Snapfish customers!
Get in on this HOT deal! Snapfish is offering $10 credit to new customers! I have ordered from Snapfish for years...everything from prints to photo books. I love their quality and service.
LINK to $10 Off For New Customers Offer!
Expires on 9/4, so hurry!
*$10 credit is good for NEW CUSTOMERS ONLY. $10 credit is good on any purchase at Snapfish.com excluding shipping and handling, taxes, skinit, and frames. $10 credit expires 5 days after registration. Offer applies to mail-order purchases only and cannot be used for in-store pick-up. Offer applies to US customers only. Offer may not be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Thanks, PYP!
LINK to $10 Off For New Customers Offer!
Expires on 9/4, so hurry!
*$10 credit is good for NEW CUSTOMERS ONLY. $10 credit is good on any purchase at Snapfish.com excluding shipping and handling, taxes, skinit, and frames. $10 credit expires 5 days after registration. Offer applies to mail-order purchases only and cannot be used for in-store pick-up. Offer applies to US customers only. Offer may not be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Thanks, PYP!
Free 8x10 photo collage at Walgreens, today only!
Today only!
Get a free 8x10 photo collage at Walgreens! A $3.99 value. Simply upload your photos and order! Choose in-store pickup to avoid shipping costs. FYI: The photo collage is found under the Gifts tab.
Thanks, PYP!
Get a free 8x10 photo collage at Walgreens! A $3.99 value. Simply upload your photos and order! Choose in-store pickup to avoid shipping costs. FYI: The photo collage is found under the Gifts tab.
Thanks, PYP!
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Restaurant.com 80% off!
Time for another 80% off sale at Restaurant.com! Get 80% off now!
80% off w/every $25 Gift Cert. order. Use code TASTE. Pay $2 thru 8/31/09 at Restaurant.com.
80% off your Dinner of the Month Club purchase ! Use code TASTE, Now thru 8/31/09 at Restaurant.com.
80% off w/every $25 Gift Cert. order. Use code TASTE. Pay $2 thru 8/31/09 at Restaurant.com.
Plus,
here is an offer for Dinner of the Month Club too.80% off your Dinner of the Month Club purchase ! Use code TASTE, Now thru 8/31/09 at Restaurant.com.
What is Dinner of the Month Club? Dinner of the Month Club was launched in December 2007 and is one of the most popular offers on Restaurant.com! Subscriptions to the club deliver gift certificates that offer “supper and savings” to recipients over the course of 3, 6, and 12 months.
3 Months:
3 $25 gift certificates ($75 value) costs only: $30, free $10 gift certificate with purchase!
6 Months:
6 $25 Gift Certificates ($150 value) costs only: $60, free $25 gift certificate with purchase!
12 Months:
12 $25 Gift Certificates ($300 value) Costs Only: $120, free $50 gift certificate with purchase!
So for example, if you want to do the 6 month option it would cost you only $12 at 80% off, plus you would get an extra $25 gift certificate! AWESOME!
Remember to read all the restrictions for each restaurant.
Remember, offer expires on August 31st!
Country Living Magazine $5 for one year
Monday, August 24, 2009
Double coupons @ Albies = free Lysol wipes!
Did you get doublers for Albertson's in yesterday's paper?
While at Albertson's this afternoon I saw that the Lysol wipes, 35 count, are on sale 2/$4. Pair the sale price with the $1/1 coupon from the 7/12 SS insert & the doublers and they are free! Just pay sales tax. I bought three containers this afternoon and paid .18 cents total!
You could also get the Lysol toilet bowl cleaner, also on sale 2/$4. Use the .50/1 coupon from the same insert and get the cleaner for only $1 after doubles.
While at Albertson's this afternoon I saw that the Lysol wipes, 35 count, are on sale 2/$4. Pair the sale price with the $1/1 coupon from the 7/12 SS insert & the doublers and they are free! Just pay sales tax. I bought three containers this afternoon and paid .18 cents total!
You could also get the Lysol toilet bowl cleaner, also on sale 2/$4. Use the .50/1 coupon from the same insert and get the cleaner for only $1 after doubles.
This is another reason I LOVE LOVE double coupons at Albertson's. GREAT deals!
Make It Monday: Triple C
Remember the Post cereal sale? I stocked up on a lot of Shredded Wheat biscuits because I love to make this cereal. This is a recipe I grew up with. My grandma made it all the time, and so my mom followed suit. Grandma called it "Chewy Cold Cereal" but I grew up calling it "Triple C." This is seriously one of my favorite cereals ever! I hope you like it too.
Use your hands (clean, of course) to break them up. I don't like large chunks so I smash them up really well, like this.
After this is done, add the following ingredients: 
Use a large spoon to mix together and smash up the brown sugar good all throughout. The end result looks like this:
I want to make more just posting about this! I love topping my bowl with fresh berries, especially blueberries and strawberries. Bananas are good with it too. I also love the sunflower seeds in it so I always add more than 1 cup.
Triple C
Take 12 Shredded Wheat biscuits and put them in a large bowl.
Use your hands (clean, of course) to break them up. I don't like large chunks so I smash them up really well, like this.
After this is done, add the following ingredients:1 c. raw, hulled sunflower seeds (not salted)
2 c. oats, quick or regular
1/2 c. dry milk
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. wheat germ
1/2 c. milled flax seed
Use a large spoon to mix together and smash up the brown sugar good all throughout. The end result looks like this:
I want to make more just posting about this! I love topping my bowl with fresh berries, especially blueberries and strawberries. Bananas are good with it too. I also love the sunflower seeds in it so I always add more than 1 cup.ENJOY!
FREE shipping on any order at Old Navy.com!
Free Shipping on any size order @ OldNavy.com!
Use the code SHIPFREE to get free shipping on any order!
Code expires 08/26/09.
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Thanks, PYP!
Use the code SHIPFREE to get free shipping on any order!
Code expires 08/26/09.
OldNavy.com LINK
Thanks, PYP!
Friday, August 21, 2009
Frugal Living Friday: Burp Cloths
Welcome to Frugal Living Friday! Each week I will feature a tip that can stretch our budget and live more frugally! If you have a tip you want shared on Frugal Living Friday, let me know and you could become guest blogger for a day.
I like simplicity. Especially when it comes to something practical, and something I need.
Almost 4 years ago, my baby then was a HUGE spitter-upper. I am talking H-U-G-E. The poor thing was spitting up hours after eating. I was doing so much laundry I thought I would wear out the washer. I quickly found that I needed about 3 times the burp cloths that I had. But I didn't want to spend any extra money.
One weekend soon after I was at the Other Mother's Quarter Sale and found two soft, thin, and large receiving blankets that were in great shape. An idea entered my head....I could cut them up and sew them into burp cloths!
I was so excited at my little revelation. So I purchased four of those blankets for .25 each. I cut each blanket into the size of burp cloth I wanted.
Then I doubled up the cloth to make it thicker to hold all that gross spit up! Here are a few examples of ones that I sewed together. Mind you, they are not fancy AT ALL...like I said, I like simplicity. I was a tired mom of 3 crazy kids and I didn't care how fancy they were.
So out of those four blankets that I bought for $1, I was able to get 16 burp cloths! Now you tell me where I could have found that many burp cloths for $1. I was very happy. It helped with the laundry load A LOT.
Now I told you I was simple.....but I thought maybe I should put a decorative stitch on there instead of a straight stitch. I don't know if you can see it very well, but there it is.
I like simplicity. Especially when it comes to something practical, and something I need.
Almost 4 years ago, my baby then was a HUGE spitter-upper. I am talking H-U-G-E. The poor thing was spitting up hours after eating. I was doing so much laundry I thought I would wear out the washer. I quickly found that I needed about 3 times the burp cloths that I had. But I didn't want to spend any extra money.
One weekend soon after I was at the Other Mother's Quarter Sale and found two soft, thin, and large receiving blankets that were in great shape. An idea entered my head....I could cut them up and sew them into burp cloths!
I was so excited at my little revelation. So I purchased four of those blankets for .25 each. I cut each blanket into the size of burp cloth I wanted.
Then I doubled up the cloth to make it thicker to hold all that gross spit up! Here are a few examples of ones that I sewed together. Mind you, they are not fancy AT ALL...like I said, I like simplicity. I was a tired mom of 3 crazy kids and I didn't care how fancy they were.So out of those four blankets that I bought for $1, I was able to get 16 burp cloths! Now you tell me where I could have found that many burp cloths for $1. I was very happy. It helped with the laundry load A LOT.
Now I told you I was simple.....but I thought maybe I should put a decorative stitch on there instead of a straight stitch. I don't know if you can see it very well, but there it is.You could do this same idea with fabric scraps or anything you are getting rid of. You can make it as fancy and cutesy as you want. It's one more way to re-purpose I suppose.
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Free Lifesavers Mints at Albertson's
My sister-in-law Tami called me the other day with info on a GREAT DEAL!
Bags of Lifesavers Mints are on sale for $1 a bag this week at Albertson's. But, inside many of the bags is a $1/1 coupon! FREE lifesavers!
We love these, and I normally buy them at full price all the time...so naturally I am excited about this deal! I use them for the kids at church and in the car. Our favorite flavor is Cherry Limeade.
Thrifty Tip Thursday
The end of summer is here. That means sales/clearances will be starting on perennials, trees, bulbs, and other garden goodies! Fall is the best time to plant trees and perennials...did you know that? I have already seen local sales starting at 50% off. Watch the stores in your area. Last year I got a burning bush and day lilies at 75% off.Another way to save money on plants when you are looking for perennials is to get starts from someone you know. Perennials are the plants that grow back every year. In the fall and early spring you can get a start off the full size plant and re-plant it somewhere else. FREE plants! If we all shared what plants and flowers we had this way we wouldn't need to buy nearly so many.
Ask a neighbor or friend about getting a start from their perennials.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Printable Coupon Troubleshooting Guide
Is this how you feel sometimes when trying to print coupons? I have been there! Sometimes our computers just don't cooperate with us when we need them too.Here are some solutions! They have worked for me. I hope they work for you too!
Smartsource Printable Coupon Troubleshooting
Coupons.com Troubleshooting
Bricks Printable Coupons
Lunchbox coupons: Mott's, Goldfish & Uncrustables
Head on over to Lunch Box Builder to print some coupons! Here is what's included:
$1/1 Mott's applesauce, any size
$1/1 Smucker's Uncrustables
$1/1 Pepperidge Farm Goldfish 12 pack
Thanks Couponing 101!
Free 25 digital prints at Shutterfly! Today only!
TODAY ONLY! Get 25 FREE prints or FREE 8x10 collage poster! Pay only shipping costs.
Use the code BORDERSOFFER - exp 08/19/09
Shutterfly.com LINK
Thanks PYP!
Use the code BORDERSOFFER - exp 08/19/09
Shutterfly.com LINK
Thanks PYP!
RAOK Gymboree 20% off code **GONE**
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Organizing Results
**Please know that I have spent the last 6 years couponing to keep up my supply. I use up and re-stock my supply as needed. I do not hoard. I know many others have much more than this. I only keep on hand what will do our family for 8 months to one year. Once I have enough I don't have to buy for awhile. That's the beauty of stocking up!**
Remember the post I made last week? I really needed to organize underneath my kids bathroom sink, which was where I stashed a lot of my hygiene items I get for free or nearly free.
I don't have extra closet space to store these, so I got an extra tote I had to put them in. I lined the bottom with all my shampoos, conditioners, and a few hair products. I kept out one extra for me, my husband and the kids for when we run out.
I still had quite a bit of space to use up, but I didn't want the tote to become a mess like under the sink was by just throwing stuff in there. So I cut up an empty cardboard box and put half of it on top of the shampoo bottles.
Nice and neat!
Now it was the perfect place to store toothpaste, toothbrushes and floss. Anything oral hygiene. Gotta keep it all together.
Yay! I love being organized. I get just fuzzy thinking about it. I labeled my tote and will store it in my closet for easy access. I also found a smaller plastic tote I wasn't using to keep all my bandaids and ointments in. I wanted those out from under the cupboard anyway because my kids thought they had free reign on the bandaids and were using them up nonstop. 
Remember the post I made last week? I really needed to organize underneath my kids bathroom sink, which was where I stashed a lot of my hygiene items I get for free or nearly free.
I don't have extra closet space to store these, so I got an extra tote I had to put them in. I lined the bottom with all my shampoos, conditioners, and a few hair products. I kept out one extra for me, my husband and the kids for when we run out.
I still had quite a bit of space to use up, but I didn't want the tote to become a mess like under the sink was by just throwing stuff in there. So I cut up an empty cardboard box and put half of it on top of the shampoo bottles.
Nice and neat!
Now it was the perfect place to store toothpaste, toothbrushes and floss. Anything oral hygiene. Gotta keep it all together.
Yay! I love being organized. I get just fuzzy thinking about it. I labeled my tote and will store it in my closet for easy access. I also found a smaller plastic tote I wasn't using to keep all my bandaids and ointments in. I wanted those out from under the cupboard anyway because my kids thought they had free reign on the bandaids and were using them up nonstop.So, want to know what under the sink looks like now? In case you forgot, here is the before shot:
BEFORE:
AFTER:
Much, MUCH better! Now we have room for necessary items under the sink plus growing room. Did I mention that I LOVE being organized?
Much, MUCH better! Now we have room for necessary items under the sink plus growing room. Did I mention that I LOVE being organized?
Do you have an organizing project right now?
Websites I Love
I love the internet! And I love, love, LOVE Google Reader. It has saved my life! If you don't know about Google Reader you really should use it. It will save you oodles of time online! There are so many places with awesome ideas I need to archive them somewhere. And I find new websites all the time that I love!
So today I thought I would share 20 of my Google Reader favorites! Feel free to comment with some of your favorites too, and we will all come away with more eye candy to drool over.
Here they are: (in no particular order)
So today I thought I would share 20 of my Google Reader favorites! Feel free to comment with some of your favorites too, and we will all come away with more eye candy to drool over.
Here they are: (in no particular order)
My Square Foot Garden
Okay so there is more than 20 here...it is so hard to choose what to share! :) :)
Monday, August 17, 2009
40% off coupon at Michael's
CLICK HERE to print a 40% off a regular price item at Michael's Craft stores. Valid through August 22nd.
Did you know that Joann's Fabric Stores accept Michael's coupons? They do! It just has to be used on an item both stores carry.
Did you know that Joann's Fabric Stores accept Michael's coupons? They do! It just has to be used on an item both stores carry.
Free Almay at Target
Here is a deal I received via email through a reader. Thanks CJ!
Am I the only one who has noticed that Target has trial sized Almay eye makeup remover for $1? I consider myself well read on deals and couponing but I haven't heard mention of this one.$1 off Almay coupons are in the newspaper every other month.
I've seen the makeup remover at two different Targets North of Chicago.
The coupon beeps but does not exclude trial sizes so my cashier pushed it through manually.
Free printable lunch box notes
Do your kids start school soon? We are! Time for routine again. Lunch box notes are the perfect addition to those school lunches.
photo courtesy of Skip to My LouHead on over to Skip to My Lou and get some free, printable lunch box notes! These ones are adorable. Plus, there are also ones you can customize too! VERY cute.
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Menu Plan Monday: August 17
Why is it so hard for me to plan menus in the summertime? Who knows. The lack of a schedule I suppose. In any case, we started school here last week (my kids are in year-round) so hurray for schedules again! I am in the works of planning my menus for 60 days. Maybe I am crazy. I would like to think it will save me in the end. We'll see! I will keep you posted.
Also, all of my menus planned for this week are from my food storage! The only things I need to buy are perishables. Everything else I have stocked. It's a great feeling! I also still have some meals in the freezer, some half eaten some not, so I will incorporate that into my week. Join Menu Plan Monday over at OrgJunkie today!
MONDAY: Grilled red potatoes (from our garden) & black bean and corn dip
TUESDAY: BBQ Cheddar Chicken Rolls ups (use up all that free BBQ sauce!)
WEDNESDAY: Taco Salad
THURSDAY: Chicken Enchiladas
FRIDAY: leftovers
SATURDAY: What's in the freezer?
SUNDAY: Pot Roast, Lion House Rice with Herbs, & corn on the cob
Friday, August 14, 2009
Frugal Living Friday: From the archives
Welcome to Frugal Living Friday! Each week I will feature a tip that can stretch our budget and live more frugally! If you have a tip you want shared on Frugal Living Friday, let me know and you could become guest blogger for a day.
I am taking the weekend off from blogging. I hope you understand. My house and my kids need their momma!
Here is a Frugal Living Friday post from the archives to enjoy.
Shoe Boxes: what to do with them?
I am taking the weekend off from blogging. I hope you understand. My house and my kids need their momma!
Here is a Frugal Living Friday post from the archives to enjoy.
Shoe Boxes: what to do with them?
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Kraft promo update
Thanks to Utah Deal Diva for this update on the Albertsons/Kraft promo.
I spoke with my contact at Albertson's and she gave me more information regarding the Kraft Promo:Here is the correct address you need to mail the rebate form & receipt to:
Kraft Foods-SuperValu Back-to-School MIR Offer #511-5
P.O. Box 753854
El Paso, TX 88575-3854
If you already mailed in your rebate, the Rebate center in Ohio has been instructed to send them back to the Return address, which is Albertson's corporate in Idaho. They will then forward them along to the Texas address. Please feel free to call 1-877-932-7948 with any concerns.
There are over 1,900 UPC codes that supposedly trigger the $5 catalina & rebate form, however with as many people as we've seen NOT have the forms print, I'm just not sure they're all working! If your $5 coupon or rebate offer does not print, instead of calling Catalina marketing, please call Albertson's at 1-877-932-7948. They want to be kept informed of any issues shoppers are having. They will help you get the $5 coupon and proper rebate form.
She explained to me how this was (hopefully) going to work, and quite honestly, it's a mess. All rebate requests WILL be honored, even if you purchased some of the items not listed on the Kraft Shopping list here. However, it's not clear yet how that will all work and how long it will take. I highly recommend keeping copies of everything you submit and if 6-8 weeks goes by and you still haven't seen anything, call 1-877-932-7948 to at least make Albertson's aware that you haven't received your rebate.
Keeping all this in mind here are my suggestions:
I spoke with my contact at Albertson's and she gave me more information regarding the Kraft Promo:Here is the correct address you need to mail the rebate form & receipt to:
Kraft Foods-SuperValu Back-to-School MIR Offer #511-5
P.O. Box 753854
El Paso, TX 88575-3854
If you already mailed in your rebate, the Rebate center in Ohio has been instructed to send them back to the Return address, which is Albertson's corporate in Idaho. They will then forward them along to the Texas address. Please feel free to call 1-877-932-7948 with any concerns.
There are over 1,900 UPC codes that supposedly trigger the $5 catalina & rebate form, however with as many people as we've seen NOT have the forms print, I'm just not sure they're all working! If your $5 coupon or rebate offer does not print, instead of calling Catalina marketing, please call Albertson's at 1-877-932-7948. They want to be kept informed of any issues shoppers are having. They will help you get the $5 coupon and proper rebate form.
She explained to me how this was (hopefully) going to work, and quite honestly, it's a mess. All rebate requests WILL be honored, even if you purchased some of the items not listed on the Kraft Shopping list here. However, it's not clear yet how that will all work and how long it will take. I highly recommend keeping copies of everything you submit and if 6-8 weeks goes by and you still haven't seen anything, call 1-877-932-7948 to at least make Albertson's aware that you haven't received your rebate.
Keeping all this in mind here are my suggestions:
- Shop off the Kraft list. I know, there are less products, but I feel that with all the issues this promo is already having, I want to make my rebate as simple as possible to process.
- Make copies of everything before mailing it in. (This really should be done anytime you submit a rebate!)
- In those records, make note of the day you mailed it in. Also, mark on a calendar what date you should receive your rebate by.
- Keep this Albertson's number 1-877-932-7948 in your records so you can easily access it should you receive a rejection letter for your rebate.
Again, these are just my suggestions. Everyone I've spoken with regarding this promo has been very helpful. Yet the bottom line is, there was some serious miscommunication that occurred at some point and it's obvious this promo is problematic! I am choosing the safe route- I'll post some "safe" scenarios shortly!
Thrifty Tip Thursday
You know all these little toys you have around the house....from Happy Meals, birthday bags, trinkets from wherever....I find them annoying sometimes. You never have a place for them and they serve no purpose.
Anyway...a few years ago a good friend shared with me a great use for these toys....the bathtub!
We have a large supply of bathtub toys. I even rotate them since we have so many little toy things.
Never buy expensive bathtub toys again, plus clear out some clutter!
Anyway...a few years ago a good friend shared with me a great use for these toys....the bathtub!
We have a large supply of bathtub toys. I even rotate them since we have so many little toy things.
Never buy expensive bathtub toys again, plus clear out some clutter!
Thrifty Tip Thursday
Free Nature Valley samples
I love getting emails like this in the morning! Makes my day happy. Silly, maybe, but true!
Sign up HERE to get a free Trail Mix granola bar, plus a sample of Nature Valley Nut clusters!
Important info regarding the Kraft $20 rebate
Thanks to Utah Deal Diva for this info.
I've received several emails regarding Albertson's $5 catalina coupons and the mail-in-rebate not printing so I did some research. I've been on the phone all day and while I don't yet have all the answers, I do have some info that might be helpful to anyone wanting to go shopping.
I'm working with several individuals right now at Albertson's and Kraft in trying to figure this out. They are all concerned and are trying to get to the bottom of this! If you've had issues, feel free to leave a comment on this post- they'll see it!
Three pieces of critical information:
Albertson's advertised several items as being part of the
Kraft promo that are not on the "official" Kraft rebate list.
Kraft promo that are not on the "official" Kraft rebate list.
Depending on how your store's receipt shows coupons,
the $25 total could be BEFORE or AFTER coupons!
There are 2 versions of the rebate address floating around
and we still don't know which one is correct.
and we still don't know which one is correct.
I spoke with several individuals at Kraft and they confirmed that they WILL NOT honor a $20 rebate request if any of the items purchased are non-participating items.
The list below reflects the participating items and sizes. You can also print a copy here. I suggest taking a copy with you and very carefully make sure you get the correct items listed.
Here is a list of items that are on the Albertson's ad, but are unknown whether or not you'll receive the $20 mail-in rebate if you purchase them:
- Nabisco Go Packs, $1
- Kraft Chips Ahoy cookies, 16 oz variety
- Kraft Grated Parmesan cheese, any variety
- Velveeta 1lb or 2 lb blocks
- Kraft Jell-O or Pudding, boxed variety (only 6-packs included)
- Nabisco Honey Maid Bees, Smores or Morning Sticks variety crackers
- Kraft Velveeta Shells & Cheese Dinner or Deluxe Macaroni & cheese, (anything over 7.25 oz)
- Planters Mixed Nuts (only varieties 9.25 oz and over are included)
- A-1 Steak Sauce, any varieties
- General Food Intl Coffee Drink Mix
$25 Total, Before or After Coupons: If your store displays all the coupons redeemed at the bottom of the receipt, then you will be able to submit your rebate for $25 BEFORE coupons. However, if your store displays the coupon right after the line-item amount, then you will have to add up to $25 AFTER coupons.
I think most of us at least here in Utah should still be able to do the $25 before coupons. The only store around here that shows the coupon after the line item is Target.
Rebate address: There are 2 different addresses right now- one for Texas, the other for Ohio.
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
$20 in coupons from Nestle
Get this Free Back-to-School Calender from Nestle which includes $20 in savings towards Nestle products! Thanks, PYP!
All You printable coupons!
All You magazine has launched a new feature on their website...printable coupons! These are exclusive coupons that you won't find anywhere else!
CLICK HERE to access the coupons.
Kraft promo at Albertson's
Another good sale at Albies this week! The Kraft promo and Honey Bunches of Oats promos. I paid $16.66 out of pocket today, plus I got a $5 catalina back and will get back $20 from the Kraft rebate!
GO HERE for the printable shopping list, printable coupons and info on the sale.
GO HERE for the online ad. GO HERE for info on the Kraft Rebate.
Here is how I did it.
For this Post cereal, buy 4 and get $4 off instantly. It makes the cereal $1.50 a box. Add in the coupons from SS 7/26 insert and it makes the cereal $1 a box. I also got the HBO Pecan Clusters and used my $2/1 printable and paid .50 for it. PLUS, starting Friday you can get more for your money when you buy Post Selects! Here is a catalina offer for that. Note it is only for the Post Selects and NOT for the Honey Bunches of Oats.
Post Selects cereal
purchase between 8/14 - 9/6 (Starts FRIDAY!)
Buy (2) & Get $1 OYNSO
Buy (3) & Get $2
Buy (4) or More & Get $3
GO HERE for the printable shopping list, printable coupons and info on the sale.
GO HERE for the online ad. GO HERE for info on the Kraft Rebate.
Here is how I did it.
For this Post cereal, buy 4 and get $4 off instantly. It makes the cereal $1.50 a box. Add in the coupons from SS 7/26 insert and it makes the cereal $1 a box. I also got the HBO Pecan Clusters and used my $2/1 printable and paid .50 for it. PLUS, starting Friday you can get more for your money when you buy Post Selects! Here is a catalina offer for that. Note it is only for the Post Selects and NOT for the Honey Bunches of Oats.
Post Selects cereal
purchase between 8/14 - 9/6 (Starts FRIDAY!)
Buy (2) & Get $1 OYNSO
Buy (3) & Get $2
Buy (4) or More & Get $3
Then there is the Kraft promo. Purchase $25 of participating items and get a $5 catalina back, plus a $20 rebate form. I bought:
8 Planters Trail Mixes (my store had $1/2 peelies on the display)
2 Digornio pizzas
4 Jellos
2 Ritz Bitz (for my son's Kindergarten class snack)
Total came to $25 plus tax. I had $6.50 in manufacture coupons, which brought my total to $20. I got the $5 catalina back, plus the $20 rebate form to send in! Awesome!
I also purchased additional items as you can see in the photo. I bought everything in one transaction and I used $15 in catalinas from last week's sale to help my out of pocket today.
Free family events at Michael's
Put these upcoming FREE family events at Michael's on your calendar. CLICK HERE to find a Michael's near you.
Make It You! The KnackFree Family Event
Saturday, August 15 10am–1pm
Bring the whole family and create a personalized back-to-school project together for free. It's cool to get creative with school supplies. Help your kids personalize a metal tin to store pencils and pens in one handy place.
Available in all Michaels stores while supplies last.Ages 5–12 welcome.
The Knack Free Family Event
Powered by American Girl®U.S. only
Saturday, September 19 10am–2pm
Bring the whole family to Michaels and create three American Girl projects for free.
Make It You! The KnackFree Family Event
Saturday, August 15 10am–1pm
Bring the whole family and create a personalized back-to-school project together for free. It's cool to get creative with school supplies. Help your kids personalize a metal tin to store pencils and pens in one handy place.
Available in all Michaels stores while supplies last.Ages 5–12 welcome.
The Knack Free Family Event
Powered by American Girl®U.S. only
Saturday, September 19 10am–2pm
Bring the whole family to Michaels and create three American Girl projects for free.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Vocalpoint: Have you joined yet?
Have you joined Vocalpoint yet? If not, you should!
Vocalpoint is a community for women that provides valuable and interesting insights about new products, surveys, daily tips, articles, and coupons & samples. It was started by Proctor and Gamble to help advertise new products. Businesses know that us moms are a great way to get the word out!I joined Vocalpoint in 2005 and since joining have received many samples, free product coupons and trials. Just this week I received a coupon for a free box of Rice Krispies with immune defense along with several other $1/1 coupons for it to pass out to friends.
Join Vocalpoint today to get your voice heard in marketing!
Just a little organizing
Monday, August 10, 2009
Make it Monday: Homemade Granola
I grew up on homemade granola. Oh YUM. If you have only had store bought granola you don't know what you are missing!
I took my mom's recipe & my mother-in-law's recipe, combined them and tweaked it a bit to my changing taste. Here is how our family loves granola.
CRUNCHY GRANOLA
5 c. oats (I usually use quick oats)
1/2 c. wheat germ
1/2 c. milled flax seed
1/2 c. coconut
1 c. sunflower seeds
1/2 c. sesame seeds
1 1/2 c. nuts (almonds, walnuts, etc. whatever you want!)
1 tsp cinnamon
3/4 c. water
3/4 c. oil
3/4 c. brown sugar
1/4 c. honey
1/4 c. molasses
3/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp mapleine
Preheat oven to 300 degrees. In a large bowl, combine oats, wheat germ, flax seed, coconut, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, cinnamon, nuts, Blend well. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine water, brown sugar, oil, honey molasses, salt, vanilla, and mapleine. Heat and stir until sugar and honey are dissolved. Do not boil. Pour syrup mixture over dry mixture, and mix up well. Cover large cookie sheet with the granola mixture. Cook for 30-35 minutes for soft granola, longer for crunchy granola. Cool completely before putting into an air-tight container. Sometimes I end up cooking it for about 45 minutes if I am in the mood for really crunchy.
I love to eat granola for breakfast or snacks! I always top it with fresh fruit, or canned peaches in the winter.
I took my mom's recipe & my mother-in-law's recipe, combined them and tweaked it a bit to my changing taste. Here is how our family loves granola.
CRUNCHY GRANOLA
5 c. oats (I usually use quick oats)
1/2 c. wheat germ
1/2 c. milled flax seed
1/2 c. coconut
1 c. sunflower seeds
1/2 c. sesame seeds
1 1/2 c. nuts (almonds, walnuts, etc. whatever you want!)
1 tsp cinnamon
3/4 c. water
3/4 c. oil
3/4 c. brown sugar
1/4 c. honey
1/4 c. molasses
3/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp mapleine
Preheat oven to 300 degrees. In a large bowl, combine oats, wheat germ, flax seed, coconut, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, cinnamon, nuts, Blend well. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine water, brown sugar, oil, honey molasses, salt, vanilla, and mapleine. Heat and stir until sugar and honey are dissolved. Do not boil. Pour syrup mixture over dry mixture, and mix up well. Cover large cookie sheet with the granola mixture. Cook for 30-35 minutes for soft granola, longer for crunchy granola. Cool completely before putting into an air-tight container. Sometimes I end up cooking it for about 45 minutes if I am in the mood for really crunchy.
I love to eat granola for breakfast or snacks! I always top it with fresh fruit, or canned peaches in the winter.
More free tacos at Jack in the Box
Once again you can get free tacos at Jack in the Box! I received an email from them again today:
We just wanted to give you notification again that Jack in the Box will be giving away 2 FREE TACOS all day on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, at participating locations.
Just go to: http://coupon.jackinthebox.com/tacos2 print the coupon, and bring it to any Jack in the Box restaurant for your 2 FREE TACOS!
This is just Jack's way of bringing joy, and tacos, to all his loyal fans.
We just wanted to give you notification again that Jack in the Box will be giving away 2 FREE TACOS all day on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, at participating locations.
Just go to: http://coupon.jackinthebox.com/tacos2 print the coupon, and bring it to any Jack in the Box restaurant for your 2 FREE TACOS!
This is just Jack's way of bringing joy, and tacos, to all his loyal fans.
Kraft Back-to-School booklet worth $55
I posted about this before, but it's worth repeating in case you missed it.
CLICK HERE to sign up for savings coupon booklet from Kraft/Nabisco worth $55! You get two $20 rebate forms and $15 worth of coupons. Here is the info on the rebates. Thanks PYP for this great list.
I can see combining these with a great sale in the future! HERE is info on a sale that just started, so if you already have your coupons you could use them on this sale and get stuff for dirt cheap or free!
Save $20 by Refund Mail-In Offer between 7/1/09-12/31/09
Buy: any 10 Nabisco cookies and crackers (4.0oz-28oz), any 5 Kraft beverage products (CapriSun and Kool-Aid Jammers) and 5 Easy Mac Single Cups (2.05oz or 4.1oz). Full list available at Kraftbacktoschool
Send: original, store-identified Cash Register receipts dated between 7/1/09-12/31/09 with date(s) and price(s) or all 20 items from the participating products circled.
Receive: One $20 Rebate CheckTo check the status of your rebate submission go to web-rebates.com
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (8/31/09)
Save $1 on 2 planters Trail Mix product, 6oz or larger (8/31/09)
Save $1 on any one Nabisco Multi-Packs, 9.0oz-26.0oz (9/30/09)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (10/31/09)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (11/30/09)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (12/31/09)
Save $20 by Refund Mail-In Offer between 1/1/10-6/30/10
Buy: any 10 Nabisco cookies and crackers (4.0oz-28oz), any 5 Kraft beverage products (CapriSun and Kool-Aid Jammers) and 5 Easy Mac Single Cups (2.05oz or 4.1oz). Full list available at Kraftbacktoschool
Send: original, store-identified Cash Register receipts dated between 7/1/09-12/31/09 with date(s) and price(s) or all 20 items from the participating products circled.
Receive: One $20 Rebate CheckTo check the status of your rebate submission go to web-rebates.com
Save $1 on any one Nabisco Multi-Packs, 9.0oz-26.0oz (1/31/10)
Save $1 on any one Planters NUT-rition product, 9oz or larger SRP $6.49 (2/28/10)
Save $1 on any 2 Planters products, 9.25oz or larger. SRP $3.69 (1/31/10)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (2/28/10)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (3/31/10)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (4/30/10)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (5/31/10)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (6/30/10)
CLICK HERE to sign up for savings coupon booklet from Kraft/Nabisco worth $55! You get two $20 rebate forms and $15 worth of coupons. Here is the info on the rebates. Thanks PYP for this great list.
I can see combining these with a great sale in the future! HERE is info on a sale that just started, so if you already have your coupons you could use them on this sale and get stuff for dirt cheap or free!
Save $20 by Refund Mail-In Offer between 7/1/09-12/31/09
Buy: any 10 Nabisco cookies and crackers (4.0oz-28oz), any 5 Kraft beverage products (CapriSun and Kool-Aid Jammers) and 5 Easy Mac Single Cups (2.05oz or 4.1oz). Full list available at Kraftbacktoschool
Send: original, store-identified Cash Register receipts dated between 7/1/09-12/31/09 with date(s) and price(s) or all 20 items from the participating products circled.
Receive: One $20 Rebate CheckTo check the status of your rebate submission go to web-rebates.com
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (8/31/09)
Save $1 on 2 planters Trail Mix product, 6oz or larger (8/31/09)
Save $1 on any one Nabisco Multi-Packs, 9.0oz-26.0oz (9/30/09)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (10/31/09)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (11/30/09)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (12/31/09)
Save $20 by Refund Mail-In Offer between 1/1/10-6/30/10
Buy: any 10 Nabisco cookies and crackers (4.0oz-28oz), any 5 Kraft beverage products (CapriSun and Kool-Aid Jammers) and 5 Easy Mac Single Cups (2.05oz or 4.1oz). Full list available at Kraftbacktoschool
Send: original, store-identified Cash Register receipts dated between 7/1/09-12/31/09 with date(s) and price(s) or all 20 items from the participating products circled.
Receive: One $20 Rebate CheckTo check the status of your rebate submission go to web-rebates.com
Save $1 on any one Nabisco Multi-Packs, 9.0oz-26.0oz (1/31/10)
Save $1 on any one Planters NUT-rition product, 9oz or larger SRP $6.49 (2/28/10)
Save $1 on any 2 Planters products, 9.25oz or larger. SRP $3.69 (1/31/10)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (2/28/10)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (3/31/10)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (4/30/10)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (5/31/10)
Save $1 on any 2 boxes of Nabisco Cookies or Crackers, 4.0oz-28.0oz (6/30/10)
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Free Yoplus Yogurt
Today's newspaper inserts
In today's Sunday paper I got 3 coupon inserts:
Smartsouce
Redplum
Genereal Mills Everyday Saver
Did you get all 3 inserts in your area?
Also, look on the front page of your Smartsource insert. There is a coupon for a FREE 2 oz soy candle from Glade, a value of $3.49!
Even if you don't use candles on a regular don't waste this coupon. Candles are great for emergency preparedness! Add to your supply for free.
Saturday, August 8, 2009
SWEET upcoming deals at Old Navy!
My friends at Fabulessly Frugal let me know about an upcoming sale at Old Navy! Thanks gals! Put these dates on your calendar!
On Saturday August 15th ribbed tanks are only $2!
On Saturday August 22nd all basic tees and v-neck tees are only $3!
On Saturday August 15th ribbed tanks are only $2!On Saturday August 22nd all basic tees and v-neck tees are only $3!
Friday, August 7, 2009
Free $10 in food from Schwan's
Want some FREE food?Schwan's is offering $10 worth of food FREE to new customers! SIGN UP HERE. But hurry, this offer is limited to the first 500,000 that sign up.
I just ordered these....YUM. I paid .06 cents tax was all. Can't wait until they are delivered!
Thanks, Surviving the Stores!
Shopping Smart
I was back at Albertson's just now getting some Ragu (YAY..finally! I ended up paying around .30 cents or so per jar) and other sale items when I was confronted by a lady. She asked me about the sale and I told her how it worked. (See my post below for sale details).
She then told me how her daughter is in management and says "these coupon ladies come in and go crazy and we lose a lot of money. But the coupon companies keep making coupons so what do we do?"
Okay...Lesson #1: Albertson's (and any store) is reimbursed 100% for each manufacturer coupon plus .08 cents. They don't lose money. If you want to know what happens to your coupons after you use them & how stores get reimbursed, check out this informative article.
Lesson #2: This is smart shopping. Not silly stuff. Why wouldn't you want to get Ragu for .30 (or less) per bottle, Skippy for .63 cents and All detergent for .75 cents? Me...personally YES I do! I don't want to pay full retail price! Why would you?
Lesson #3: Albertson's LOVES coupon ladies! They love our business. As long as we all play by the rules they love us. And...they sell MORE because we are buying more. Remember....they get reimbursed for ALL those coupons we are using! I was even told by a stock person this morning he wished they knew ahead of time the coupons that matched up with this sale so they could have been more prepared. They WANT to help us!
Oh, and in case you are wondering I spent $10 out-of-pocket on my trip just now and got back $16 in catalinas. WHOO HOO!
She then told me how her daughter is in management and says "these coupon ladies come in and go crazy and we lose a lot of money. But the coupon companies keep making coupons so what do we do?"
Okay...Lesson #1: Albertson's (and any store) is reimbursed 100% for each manufacturer coupon plus .08 cents. They don't lose money. If you want to know what happens to your coupons after you use them & how stores get reimbursed, check out this informative article.
Lesson #2: This is smart shopping. Not silly stuff. Why wouldn't you want to get Ragu for .30 (or less) per bottle, Skippy for .63 cents and All detergent for .75 cents? Me...personally YES I do! I don't want to pay full retail price! Why would you?
Lesson #3: Albertson's LOVES coupon ladies! They love our business. As long as we all play by the rules they love us. And...they sell MORE because we are buying more. Remember....they get reimbursed for ALL those coupons we are using! I was even told by a stock person this morning he wished they knew ahead of time the coupons that matched up with this sale so they could have been more prepared. They WANT to help us!
Oh, and in case you are wondering I spent $10 out-of-pocket on my trip just now and got back $16 in catalinas. WHOO HOO!
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