$hopping, $aving, $urviving

HEB is coming around lately!

2011-06-24T14:11:00.005-05:00

good deal on cereal & free dressing-
(also click HERE to find an HEB scenario to include a free cars 2 movie ticket and a cars 2 toy!)
1st transaction
cocoa puffs $2.75 x 4 = $11.00
HN Cheerios $2.54 x 4 = $10.16
Bisquick $0.77 x 2 = $1.54 (must get the mix BTFE on the package)
$22.70 total - coupons used:
$4 off 4GM cereals x2 (in store yellow coupon) = -$8.00
$1.10/2 & $1/2 gm cereal IPs = -$2.10
brings total to $12.60 ($5 BTFE catalina prints before you pay & cashier let me use it on my current transaction) -$5.00 = $7.60 for 8 boxes of cereal & 2 pouches of bisquick mix
(or $0.76 per item!!!)
- Also, I got another catalina for $2 off 5 boxes of gm cereal, which was great since I only had the 2 IPs
not listing everything pictured, though I did use my mastercards from the battery promo, I was able to get those quick and only had to pay $11.50 out of pocket toal for everything in the picture, bread too which isnt pictured, lol)
(kens dressing is on sale for $1 used $1 coupon from 5/8 ss to get it FREE)
transaction 2
Cookie Crisp $2.58 x2 = $5.18
Trix $2.83 x2 = $5.66
Reese PB Puffs $2.98 x2 = $5.96
Cin Toast crunch $2.54 x2 = $5.08
Bisquick $0.77 x2 = $1.54
$23.42 total, coupons used:
$4/4 gm cereals x2 = -$8.00
$2/5 gm cereal cat (from previous transaction) = -$2.00
$13.42 total, and since the $5 btfe cat prints before you pay, I got to use it on my current order (your cashier may or may not allow this) = $8.42 for 8 boxes of cereal and 2 pouches of bisquick mix ($0.84 per item)
the cheaper cereal yields the best deal (HN cheerios, cookie crisp, & cin toast crunch which will make your total around $6.86 or $0.69 per item)

**BTFE (box top for education) is running a promo for $5 catalina when you buy 10 items that have a BTFE on the item. promo ends 6/28 so HURRY

thanks Katy Couponers

HEB fun - FREE ice cream, BBQ sauce & almost free batteries

2011-05-23T15:07:00.003-05:00

get everything pictured here for just $0.10 cents! (plus tax of $3.30) after all savings and money cards!! $3.40 is GREAT !!
details -
Currently, HEB has a YQ (yellow HEB in store coupon) for a free 1/2 gallon of Creamy Creation ice cream when you buy participating Energizer batteries.
They have another YQ for a free $10 HEB gift card when you buy any combination of $25 worth of Energizer Batteries, Schick Razors, Playtex Infant, Playtex tampons, Banana Boat, Hawaiian Tropic or Wet Ones.(The "B" coupons can be combined w mfg coupons per HEB's coupon policy)
They have a 3rd YQ for $1 off select size Energizer batteries (4 ct AA and AAA, 2 ct C and D and 1 ct 9V)

And finally, they have special 8ct packages with a little blue insert inside which can earn you a $10 debit card or $10 into your paypal account when you collect 3 codes (limit 4 rewards per household) you HAVE to purchase these to qualify for the $10 card See picture below:here is how it worked out for me -
1st transaction -
Energizer Max AA 8ct $5.97ea x 3 = $17.91
used 3 $1 Energizer insert coupons from my 5-22 SS (also can be found in the 5-1 SS) =$14.91
Energizer Max AAA (or AA) 4ct $3.57ea x 2 = $7.14
used 2 YQs for $1 off select Energizer (used for the 2ct pks) =$5.14
$17.91 +$7.14 = $25.05 (before coupon price) which qualifies for the free $10 gift card
( I have heard there are C & D 2 pks which are close in price to the 4ct AA or AAA which will work if your store carries these, may be priced different, so it might not be exactly the same cost though)
Creamy Creation ice creams $4.48ea x 3 = $13.44
used 3 YQs for free ice cream WYB batteries (only the 8ct qualifies for the ice cream) so FREE
(I found these YQs both near the ice cream and near the batteries)

HEB gift card $10 x 1 (must grab gift card yourself or ask cashier to do so) = $10 used 1 YQ for free $10 gift card wyb $25 worth of Energizer( found near batteries) = $0

KC masterpiece $1 x 3 = $3 used 3 $1 coupons from 5/15 SS = $0

total $20.05 + tax = $21.70
got the $10 gift card, and submitted the 3 codes for $10 mastercard = $1.70 total for everything!

2nd transaction almost identical to the first minus the kc masterpiece, and I paid with the $10 gift card from the first transaction, so my total was $11.70 and submitted these 3 codes for another $10 mastercard. $1.70 total for everything.

=$3.40 cost for
52 AA batteries
12 AAA batteries
6 1/2 gallons of ice cream
3 bottles of BBQ sauce

thanks Katy Couponers

Randalls Run

2011-05-21T15:43:00.004-05:00

I got everything pictured + pack of M&Ms not pictured (Val ate them) for $3.44 out of pocket, and I left with a $4.00 catalina, good towards my next shopping order.
(HAHA the tooth brushes alone are enough to last my girls more than a year, & I still have a few in my stash from my previous years of couponing!!)
the best deal was the reach toothbrushes, and glad I checked again because they were out the other day.
thru 6/12 get up to a $4 catalina WYB reach toothbrushes.
buy 2 get $1, buy 3 get $2, 4 or more get $4 (must be purchased in the same transaction)
there were kids 2pks for $1.87, also 1pks for the same price, and a coupon for $2off any reach 2pk, or $2 any 2 singles. If you can get 4 of the 2 packs, thats the best deal.
4 2pks @ $1.87 ea = $7.48, you can use 4 x $2 coupons which brings the total to -$0.52 and then you get a $4 CAT, over a $4 money maker!
my store only had 2 2pks, so I got 2 singles to bring it to 4packs total-
1st transaction -
2 pack - $1.87
2 pack $1.87
1 single $1.87
1 single $1.87
used 3 $2 coupons (-$6) = $1.48
used also a $1 cat I found on the floor = $1.01 OOP (should be lower but the tax was all screwy!!)
and got a $4 catalina
2nd transaction
4 singles $7.48 used 3 $2 coupons = $1.48 = tax = $1.60 OOP
got another $4 catalina
3rd transaction
2 joint juice 50% off on clearance rack = $1.50 ($0.75ea) used 2 $1 coupons = -$0.52
2 packs of 6ct paper towels $4.99ea 2 day in store coupon = $9.98 used $2 coupon from facebook game = $7.98
pack of M&Ms not pictured, Val ate them $1.19
$8.65 total used the 2 $4 catalinas I just received and then a + tax = $0.83 OOP I also got another $4 catalina for buying the Viva towels!

I don't know how long the paper towel catalina in running, but I got $4 when I bought the 2 packs of paper towels, and the in store coupon I think is only good through today, saturday?

Keurig B60

2011-05-18T15:07:00.005-05:00

After receiving a roach infested used Keurig on Ebay (seller was really nice and refunded my $ within an hour), I decided I needed to buy new, I still however did not want to pay retail for it, and they are selling from about $139.99 - $149.99 in stores, and most big online stores. I did run across a seller "coffeehots" on ecrater (which is a host for online stores, kinda like ebay), and they (coffeehots) stated the item was brand new, and according to the buyer feedback the Keurigs were sent directly from Keurig. I paid $90.99 with free shipping, ordered it on Saturday and it got here today Wednesday! It is shipped from Keurig, and I opened it up and its identical to the ones sold in stores, extra sample k-cups and all!!!
I am making up the difference in what I paid for this new one by selling the 4 pieces that came off of the used Keurig since the seller did not want it back, and the pieces that came off were easily cleaned and sanitized in bleach, and were really popular on ebay. I have already made $24 off of 2 of the items selling via "buy it now" making the cost of the new one now at $66.99!!! and if I sell the other items at their minimum auction price that will bring it down to $49.99!
SWEEEET!

another good Target deal - FREE top

2011-05-14T14:28:00.003-05:00

go to the Target website "coupons" HERE & under Apparel and Accessories there is a $3 coupon
off Women's plus size apparel item. you can print 2 of these.
There are some plus size shirts in the Clearance section for $3.00 so you can get 2 tops for free.
If you are not plus size, you can give them as a gift, or donate them to a womens shelter.
I only found 1 at my store, but I had 3 kiddos with me, and of course it wasn't easy to look, but 1 is better than none. Good luck at your store!!

LAST DAY get Pirates of the Carribean on BluRay + DVD combo pack $10

2011-05-14T13:11:00.003-05:00

If you hurry you can get this great deal -
It is listed that the BluRay + DVD 3 disc combo packs are on sale through today Saturday for $14.99 - and for each dvd combo pack you purchase you get a free special figure, a Target exclusive priced at $7.99
you have to pay the $14.99 and then when you get the reciept you'll notice that the figure has a refund value of $5.21, and you can take the figure alone and get the $5.21 back, making the combo pack less than $10 total each!!!
or you can opt to keep the figure, and its still a good deal.
in addition if you grab specially marked packs there is an offer for a FREE movie ticket (which has to be mailed in for) which is an $8.50 value!!
(oh and don't forget they come with Disney Reward points which you enter, and redeem for special items)

Parenting {The Early Years} Magazine 2 Years for just $2

2011-02-07T15:23:00.004-06:00

Hurry up this deal ends soon!!

Get 2 years of Parenting {The Early Years} magazine for just $2

This is a great magazine and I read it on a regular basis, and is a great price at $2. It also has some great savings coupons inside from time to time, in the past that has included coupons for popular toys, 20% off diapers on amazon, and coupons for Gymboree.

to get in on this deal head over to Eversave and choose Providence - RI as your city, enter your email and click "get daily deals" when taken to the next screen look on the right and click the parenting magazine deal, it shows it is $5, a 50% discount. Click "buy now" and when at the check out enter promo code TOUCHDOWN and apply, it will then take $3 off your order, bringing it down to $2.

There is $2 that Eversave adds to your account for signing up, but this cannot be used on this deal, but can be used on future deals.

thanks my frugal adventures

FREE PIZZA!

2011-02-05T09:43:00.003-06:00

Papa Johns is running a promo, and you could get a FREE PIZZA if the Super Bowl goes into overtime.

go to papajohns.com/rewards and register for an account, if you don't already have one (go ahead and do that NOW so you sure to have a chance)

go to "my account" and scroll down and click + papa points, to add papa points to your account, the balance will read "0", but if the game goes overtime, they will add 25 points to your account which is redeemable for a free pizza!

I'm signed up, are YOU?

thanks My Frugal Adventures

Diaper Deals

2011-02-04T12:30:00.006-06:00

I had a baby Dec 1st 2010, so I'm definitely back in the diaper buying game.
I found these great deals on diapers shipped for free to your home.
I am going to post my specific deal, but there are many ways to combine them with other brands and sizes of diapers, and wipes and save a bundle.

I went to amazon.com and added a box of size 2 Pampers baby Dry diapers 228 ct to my cart via "subscribe and save" "subscribe now" button. The normal subscribe and save amount is 15%, but if you join Amazon Mom, it takes off another 15% for 30% off total, in addition you get free shipping ( believe it is 2 day shipping!)

Amazon mom is free, and subscribe now is free as well, and once you sign up for the subscription you don't have to keep it, you can cancel it as soon as you place the first order. just go under "my account" and click manage subscriptions, and cancel the items you want to cancel, and no further obligations.

the original/ sale price of this box of diapers is $41.99, subtract 30% = $29.39 $0.13/diaper!
for an even sweeter deal, if you have a Babytalk, American Baby, Parenting the Early Years or Fit Pregnancy magazines be sure to look inside for coupons for 20% off or $10 off diapers! I had a baby talk magazine and found the 20% off coupon, added at the check out page, and it brought my total down to $20.99!

and yes there is another way to save - I used a $5 e-gift card from swagbucks which is a search engine, and when you sign up and use it, you earn points and you can redeem those points for lots of cool prizes including gift cards. I had enough to get a $5 ecard to amazon.com, I applied it to my order, and I am only paying $15.99 shipped! $0.07/diaper!

Thanks, My Frugal Adventures

Kroger

2010-06-30T15:07:00.003-05:00

needed to grab a few things, so I bought 10 more daytona deal items, the sale is on for another week. buy 10 partcipating items, get $3 off instantly with your Kroger card. (equals out to $0.30 savings per item, prices listed after the $0.30 discount)
Totinos pizza $0.85 x8 used $1/4 tearpad = $4.80 ($0.60ea)
Kraft 4pk macaroni $3.69
CapriSun $1.60 used free WYBmacaroni peelie rang as $1.90 = -$0.30
non daytona items
potato $2.99
value sugar $2.19 x2 = $4.38
Kroger gravy 2/$1 = $1.00
Minute rice closeout $0.94 x4 (2 transactions) used $0.50 double 6/27 RP = $0
Bread $1.79
Listerine pocket pack $1 used $0.50 doubled = $0
$18.35 neg tax = $18.19 OOP

Randalls, Walgreens, CVS

2010-06-27T23:27:00.006-05:00

Randalls was a pretty good trip, not the best, but ok.
1st
Kraft Dressing $1.49 x4 used 4 $1 6/20 SS = $1.96
Tide detergent $0.99 used $0.35 of any = -$0.06
Chicken split breast ($0.99/lb) $4.19 used $1 WYB kraft = $3.19 ($0.74/lb)
Chicken split breast ($0.99/lb) $4.08 used $1 WYB kraft = $3.08 ($0.74/lb)
1.80lb bananas $.83 used $1 WYB kraft tearpad = -$0.17
1 large lemon $0.79 used $1 WYB kraft = -$0.21
$7.78 OOP got back $3 catalina for buying 4 Kraft dressing
2nd
Tide liq stain release $6.99 used $1 in ad coupon, $3 ecoupon from PG esavers & $1 insert from 6/6 PG = $1.99
Sunday Chronicle $2.00 (not pictured)
Tide detergent .99 used $0.35 doubled = -$0.06
$3.98 used $3 Catalina = $0.97 OOP

$8.75 oop for the trip total!!

Walgreens (Register Rewards are not printing yet, hope they get this "bug" figured out asap!)
Dentyne $0.66 x 12 used -$.99 per 3 packs Walgreens June IVC in store coupon & 4 $1 coupons = -$0.04
Back scratcher (I have been eyeing these for weeks) $0.99
$1.03 OOPCVS (havent been able to locate enough glade fabric and air)
Stay free on sale BOGO used BOGO Qs from today 6/27 RP = $0
M&Ms on sale BOGO used BOGO pretzel m&m Q from todays 6/27 RP = $0
$0 oop

Kohls, dollar tree, CVS

2010-06-26T14:57:00.002-05:00

I realized this past week, I really dont have much of anything to wear, esp for maternity clothing. The last time I went to Kohls I found some tops that I thought were great, and had lasted through previous pregnancies, but the price was high, so I was only able to get one.
I got a 15% off coupon for shopping this weekend, and it was also advertised there were great sales and some clearance as well.
in addition to the 15% off, Kohls also had Kohls Cash, and get $10 for every $50 you spend. I found all of the tops I wanted were either on sale at least 50% off or clearance up to 80% off. while there the girls found a couple of things they wanted, and they were all on clearance, and while walking to the restroom, I saw some adorable baby clothes I couldnt live without , either on sale 50% or clearance up to 80% off.
total I got 14 items (not counting some of the kids.baby clothes had separate pieces) so total including tax & my 15% off I spent $110, which averages out to $7.86 each piece!
$266.84 was the savings it showed on the receipt!
I also got back $20 in Kohls cash to spend starting July 1st!

Dollar Tree-
not really a "find" but I was searching everywhere for a cheap pair of sunglasses that didnt look completely stupid. I didnt want to spend a fortune, since my luck with sunglasses is 0, Ive been through 4 so far this year! I found 2 pair that suit me great! when all else fails try the dollar store LOL!! CVS - had to spend more OOP, but I hope to use this 2nd card to score more deals!
Fusion razor $9.97 used $4 Q 6/6 PG $5.97
CVS shave cream used FREE item from CVS email
got back $5 ECBs from razor
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Huggies $19.99 used $3 IP = $16.99
used $5 ECB , paid $11.99 got back $10 ECBs from huggies
now to start "rolling" the $10 ECBs to get more free / super cheap stuff

Kroger - daytona deals

2010-06-25T17:56:00.007-05:00

picked up some daytona deals, for every 10 participating items you buy, get $3 off your total instantly, with your Kroger plus card.
Kroger (prices listed after $0.30 savings per item)
Totinos Pizzas $0.85 x12 used 3 $1/4 from tearpad Ive had & $1.50 Kroger mailer Q = $5.70 ($0.48ea)
Fruit Snacks $1.69 x2 used $0.50 Scuts & $0.50/2 IP doubled = $1.88 ($0.94ea)
Cinnamon Toast crunch $2.19 used $0.55 Scuts & $0.55 IP = $ 1.09
Chefboyardee $0.70
Countrytime Pink lemonaid $0.99 x4 used $1/2 from safeway tearpad & $0.50 ecoupon from Kroger = $1.46 ($0.37ea)
not part of daytona deals-
Smart Balance Milk $2.99 used Free item coupon printed after I bought the smart balance butter =rang as $3.99 = -$1.00
Old Spice Deo $4.69 x2 used free WYB body wash (wash was returned because my ecoupon did not come off) = $0
$9.83OOP!!!

Target & Kroger

2010-06-25T15:09:00.004-05:00

Target was a miss on most of the items on my list. I contribute that to my local Target being behind on their markdowns! my hunt is still on for sunglasses, I bought a pair here and then walked outside to find out they were not near dark enough! ugh, I had to return them!
Wonka bag chocolate (because I have cravings!) $2.99 x2 used 2 $1.50 IPs = $2.98 ($1.49ea)
Coffeemate sale $1.44 x4 used $1 Qs from Dairy booklet found at safeway (Randalls) = $1.76 ($0.44ea)
Honey clearance $1.98
Nivea Mens shave $3.49 used $2 IP & $1.50 from June Q book from safeway = -$0.01
Purina cat food torn bag clearance $1.06 (reg $3.98)
Charmin sensitive $9.99 used $1.50 Target insert Q from 6/13 RP & $0.25 6/6 P&G = $8.24
Charmin wipes $2.74 FREE WYB charmin large packs = $0
Market pantry low sodium turkey lunch meat $2.69 x2 used 2 $1 IPs = 3.38 ($1.69ea)
$18.33 total OOP!! ($39.30 retail price)Kroger
Sour cream $2.19 x2 used $1/2 mailer from kroger mailer = $3.38 ($1.69ea)
Kroger eggs $1.17 used FREE eggs from kroger mailer = $0
HBH $.97 used $.75/3 IP = $2.16
Kroger chips $1.67 x2 = $3.34
smart balance $3.49 used ecoupon for FREE, won from Kroger summer of savings $0
gravy $0.89
$4.77 used Gift Card

couponing while on vacation!

2010-06-20T14:57:00.003-05:00

I made it happen. I couponed while on vacation this week and I picked up some inserts!
got a great deal on huggies at CVS, I used some RRs at walgreens for 2 more smaller packs of huggies, I spent a total of around $5 between the 2 stores for everything pictured!! one thing missing from the pics is a gillette razor which I gave to my brother.

Kroger & Randalls

2010-06-17T19:56:00.005-05:00

Randalls
I use loadable "ecoupons" at randalls, from Cellfire and Shortcuts . These coupons can be saved onto your store card (the one they scan when you check out), and they reset, alot of time there will be coupons that overlap and multiples of the same ecoupon will come off your bill. you can also use regular coupons (internet printed, and insert clipped etc) I usally only shop Randalls for these deals, and load the cellfire coupons to my randalls card, as Kroger does not have multiples of the same ecoupon come off.
Chex Mix $2.00 used 3 $0.50 ecoupons & 1 $0.50 IP which double = -$0.50
NV Cashew snacks $3.69 used 3 $1.00 ecoupons & $1 IP = -$0.31
Wheaties fuel $3.99 used $1 & $0.75 ecoupon & $1 IP = $1.24
BettyCrocker brownies $2.01ea x2 used 3 $0.75 ecoupons & $0.75 IP = $0.27 ($0.13ea)
Yolplait yogurt $0.50ea x 6 used 3 $0.40 ecoupons and $0.50IP double = $0.80 ($0.13ea)
yoplait fiber one yogurt $2.00used $1 ecoupon & $1.00 IP = $0
total OOP $1.50!
Kroger (kroger triples coupons up to $0.39 and doubles up to $0.50 BUT only 3 like coupons per transaction will triple so I had to split them all up, to get all of the coupons to double or triple)
Dial 6 hand soap & 2 bar soap sale $1ea used $0.35 coupons which kroger triples to $1 ea = $0
Ivory 4 body wash 3 bar soap $1ea used $0.35 coupons which kroger triples to $1 ea = $0
colgate toothpaste 6 $1ea used $1.00 coupons = $0
gillette men body wash BOGO $4.29 used BOGO coupon rang as $4.49 = -$0.20
Bounty towels $.09 x2 used $0.25 tripled = $0.68 ($0.34ea)
Kroger texas toast $1.66 x2 = $3.32
kroger HD buns $1 x3 = $3.00
Kroger parm cheese $2.49ea x2 = $4.98
Froz chick breast 3lb bag $5.98 x2 = $11.96
heavy whip cream $3.79
$27.53 used -9.59 RX -$0.06 tax $17.86 OOP

Kroger & Walmart Tuesday

2010-06-16T10:42:00.003-05:00

Kroger ( I returned the mustard, got a refund and bough the correct size, which was the larger size AND saved $$!)
1st -
Reach TB $1 x4 used BOGO and $1 Q from an insert = $2.17 used RX ($10.57 balance)
got back $4 OYNO coupon!
2nd
Kelloggs cereal 2/$5 used $1 CF and $1/2 IP = $3.00
Kroger Milk $3.18 FREE with purchase of 2 cereals = $0
Sunkist$1.50 used $0.50 doubled =$0.50
Surf laundry powder $2.99 used $2 insert Q = $0.99
French mustard $1.49 (yes another) used $0.50 doubled = $0.49
Franks redhot sauce sm $0.99 used $0.50 IP doubled = $0
$4.98 total used $0 OYNO = $0.98 used RX ($9.59 balance)Walmart
Milk - $0 WIC
Oreos $2.50 x4 used FREE wyb 2 milk IP from Nabisco = $5.00 ($1.25ea)
Taco bell shells $1.00 used $1/2 (included 1 seasoning pack) IP = $0.50
Taco bell seasoning $0.50 x3 used $1/2 (only 2 pks) = $0
Pampers wipes $1.97 used $2 coupon = -$0.03
cheetos $2.48
ruffles $3.28
$11.23 OOP :)

Target - Johnson Baby Wash

2010-06-15T13:09:00.004-05:00

9oz bottles of Johnson are $1.97 at some stores. use the $1.00 coupons from the 6/6 RP and $0.75 off 2 Target IP HERE and pay $0.60 each bottle.
I was lucky and had a mailer with $0.75/1 so I bought 3 bottles @ $1.97 = $5.91 I used 3 $1 insert coupons, 1 $0.75 target mailer and $0.75/2 Target IP = $1.41 ($0.47ea) plus tax of course! great deal

more deals Babies R Us & Petsmart

2010-06-14T23:27:00.003-05:00

hit up Babies R Us for a "Method" deal, Method is a home care and personal products company that has plant based natural products
Method products are on sale this week at Toy R Us & Babies R Us. When you buy $20 worth of products, you get $5 off your total.
25 load baby detergent $8.49 x2 used 2 $2 IPs HERE and BRU printable for $3 off all laundry soap which takes of $3 for each laundry soap go HERE & click on coupon savings for the laundry coupon
Method Play Clean, natural cleaner for toys and baby nursery $3.99
the total with the items start out at $20.97 and the $5 automatically comes off, then add the savings from all of the coupons for a total OOP of $5.97 + taxPetsmart has the smaller bags of science diet treats like shown in these pictures, for $2.50 with their pet perks card, there is a $3 off coupon in this past weekends inserts the 6/13 SS my store adjusted down the coupon and I got 7 bags free, since I had 7 sets of inserts!

Walgreens , HEB, & Kroger

2010-06-14T18:14:00.006-05:00

Walgreens 2 stores
1st store
lip moisturizer $2.99 x 3 used 3 $2 off facial moisturizer Qs (cause lips are on your face right!) = $2.97
$3.22 OOP got back a $10 Register Reward!
2nd store (found these on sale when I checked out, great surprise!!)
lip moisturizer $2.16 x 3 used 3 $2 off facial moisturizer Qs 6/13 SS = $0.48
$0.52 total got back another $10 RRHEB
Yakisoba $0.70 x 4 used 2 $1/2 = $0.80 ($0.20ea)
buddy body wash $1.89 x2 used 2 $1 heb Qs from b-day mailer = $1.78 ($0.89ea)
buddy 2in1 shampoo $1.99 x2 used BOGO heb Q from b-day mailer = $1.99 (.99ea)
buddy juices $1.98 x2 used 2 $FREE heb Qs from b-day mailer = $0
$4.99Kroger
1st
Reach tooth brush sale 10/$10 got 4 used 2 $2 IPs found HERE = $0
Dr pepper $1.49
used RX rewards ($25) to pay for the total - got back $4 catalina good towards my next purchase
2nd
Mrs Baird donuts $2
corndogs $4.99
wolf chili $1.75 x2 = 3.50
Milk $3.18 used kroger free milk WYB 2 kellogs cereal = $0
frenchs mustard $1.75 (was marked $1.49) used .50 IP tripled =$0.75
Kelloggs cereal $2.50 x2 used $1.00 ecoupon & $1/2 IP = $3.00
used $4 catlina and $10 from the RX reward ($25)

Randalls & Target

2010-06-13T23:50:00.004-05:00

Target
Huggies $8.99 used $1.50 Target mailer Q $3 target mfg IP = $4.49
Eggos $1.75 x2 used 2 $1.00 Target IPs, and $0.75 off 2 eggos found at safeway on the freezer door = $0.50 ($0.25ea)
Olay $5.50 (rang higher booo) used $4 6.6 insert Q = $1.50
3 pack ivory soap $1.07 got free with purchase of olay = $0
$6.98 total
(I think I am going to return the olay soap, ugh I do not want to pay $1.50 for it, but I might just eat the loss, who knows)Randalls (went back to get more deals I found)
1st
ScrubbingB extend clean started $6.99 used $5Q from 6/13 SS = $1.99
$2.15 OOP = got back $3 Q off next purchase catalina
2nd
Cinnamon toast crunch 50% off because the box was a little damaged, $1.99 used $0.55 IP = $1.44
3 musketeers used $0.25Q tripled = $0.24
vanilla cinnamon creamer $2.29 used $1 Q from safeway dairy coupon book found instore = $1.29
$2.97 used $3 catalina got back change $0.32
$1.83 net total for everything pictured!!!

Randalls & CVS

2010-06-13T16:31:00.003-05:00

CVS
Gillette body wash $4 ea x2 used BOGO Q from 6/6 P&G = $4.00
John Freida $5ea x2 used 2 $3 off from 6/6 SS = $4.00
CoverGirl AmazMint wetslicks $4.99
$12.99 used $4/20 from CVS email coupon
$8.99 + $0.74tax = $9.73 used $6 from CVS money card from return
$3.73 OOP! got back $8 ECB from the Gillette wash ($4 ea, limit shows one, but prints 2)
$3 ECB from buying $10 john frieda & $3 ECB from buying the AmazMint
about a $4 "money maker" !!!Randalls
Yoplait yogurt $2.50 used 2 $1 ecoupons and 1 $1 IP HERE = - $0.50
Bread $1.50
$1.00 OOP total!

CVS & Wal-Mart

2010-06-08T21:45:00.004-05:00

CVS went crazy, but I can't have everything go my way, can I? I did find some cleaning brushes which I was excited about since I usually never find a good deal on these, and pay $4 - $5 for just one!
I first ended up buying one of the wrong size rolaids, but one was right, I didnt find this out till the end of the 1st transaction because the ECB didnt print. Well the cashier mgr let me get a mylanta and use the $4 coupon anyway, since they were out of one more pack of 24 that I needed.1-
Mylanta $3.99
Rolaids $3.99 used $4 WYB2 = -$0.01
used free $2 CRT printed from the price checker machine when I scanned my Extra Care card
Paid $1.98 OOP got back a $4 ECB
2-
Cleaning brushes x3 on clearance from $6.29 to $1.25 = $3.75
Tampax 18ct sale $2.97 x4 used 4 $2 Qs from the 6/6 P&G = $3.88
used $4ECB from previous transaction
$3.93 OOP
$5.91 OOP total for everything pictured
the first transaction I did (which I did not post here), had to be returned at the end, my total OOP from that was $0.98, when she returned the items she returned them at full price with no discount, and I got $6.98 back, which means I walked out of there +$0.04 more than what I went in there with, so I spent out around $7 and got back around $7, sounds like an awesome trip to me!Walmart (I really only went to get sugar for my pumpkin bread lol)
sugar $4.72
Paper towels $0.84
GV soda $0.66 (having cravings for soda!)
Danonino kids yogurt $1.87 x3 used 3 $1.50 Qs from the 6/6 SS $1.11 ($0.37ea)
LaCreme yogurt (this is YUM!) $2.18 x2 used BOGO IP HERE use zip code 63366 = $2.18 ($1.09ea)
Pampers Wipes $1.97 x 4 used 4 $2 Qs from 6/6 P&G = -$0.12
Digorno Pizza $4.98 used $4 coupon from a mailer = $0.98
STP gas treatment $1.77 x2 used $2 IPs Fan them on Facebook to get them = -$0.46
$9.99 total OOP

Kids - Summer reading program freebies

2010-06-08T18:35:00.004-05:00

If you have small young children, they can get in on these to deals I found.
1st is the from a local-ish grocery store chain, H-E-B and the are giving a free T-shirt to each child who reads 10 books, and has their parents fill out and mail THIS form.

2nd Half Price books summer reading program, which awards each child with a $3 store certificate, for each full week they read 15 min/ day. Fill out HERE and get the PDF form and bring it in to your local Half Price Books

3rd Barnes and Nobles has a summer reading program, kids read 8 books, and log it and their favorite part of the story in a special "passprt" form. go HERE for the "passport" you need to fill out, and more details

keep an eye out at your local library or other places for other summer reading programs.

out and about - Target missed deal and Wags

2010-06-08T14:17:00.005-05:00

I had an apt today so I visited the Target and Walgreens in the next town while I waited.
I think I have done really well for this being only a week of getting back into couponing! I only have printable coupons from the internet, and this past sunday's 3 inserts, thats it!
Target - missed the olay deal because the shelf at my local store had them marked at $5.50, if I would have priced checked it, I would have noticed it was really $3.54ea
Olay Total effects wash $3.54 x 6 used 6 $4 Qs from 6/6 RP (rang the full amount) = -$2.76
Ivory Wash $3.09 x6 used FREE WYB olay wash from 6/6 RP = $0.00
John Frieda $5.04 x2 used 2 $3 Qs from 6/6 SS and $3/2 Target IP here = $1.08 ($0.54ea)
Enfamil $6.49 x2 used 2 $5 formula checks = $2.98
total $1.30 for $62.84 worth of product!!!Walgreens
Bengay pain relief massage sale $4.99 used 2 $5 IPs here = $0.00
Bayer 81 32ct $2.99 used $1 IP here + Walgreens sales ad on sale $0.99 (for $2off) = $0.00
Total $0

thanks money saving mom, and my frugal adventures

TARGET !

2010-06-07T20:14:00.004-05:00

I don't want to jinx anything, but I had a great trip today at my local Target, which has notoriously given me tons of trouble in the past, well all except one coupon, but he had the "right of way" on that one lol.
AirWick iMotion - sale $5.99 x2 used 2 $4/1 IPs HERE = $3.98 ($1.99ea)
Scrubbing bubbles sprayer starter $8.54 x2 used $3 target IPs HERE and $5 IPs HERE = $1.08 ($0.54ea)
Scrubbing bubbles sprayer refill $3.99 x2 used Free WYB sprayer starter IP HERE = $free
Shout $1.97 x2 used 2 $1 target IPs HERE and $0.55 peelies found on the bottles = $0.84 ($0.42ea)
Huggies diapers $8.99 x2 used 2 $3 IPs $2.50 $9.48 ($4.74ea)
Huggies 184 ct Wipes $5.99 x2 used & 2 $3.50 WYB both diapers + wipes$ $0.75 mfg = $4.23 ($2.12ea)
John Frieda Root awakening $5.04 x2 used 2 $3/1 coupon from 6/6 SS $3/2 target IP HERE = $1.08 ($0.54ea)
Eggos $1.75 used $1 target IP = $0.75
Nexcare shortcake bandages $1.87 used $.50 target IP and $1.00 IP HERE = $0.37

$21.81 total + tax = $23.51 for everything pictured
if I bought all this without coupons, I would have paid $84.64 no tax included!

Thanks money saving mom & my frugal adventures

Sunday Walmart trip

2010-06-06T21:02:00.003-05:00

I knew I wanted to grab more papers today so I found a couple of deals that I actually had coupons for and headed out to walmart for a VERY quick shop.
Pampers wipes are on rollback $1.97 x2 used 2 $2 coupons from today's P&G = -$0.06
TB Taco seasoning $0.50 x2 used $1/2 IP here = $0
TB Rfrd Beans $0.98 x2 used $1/2 IP (same as above) = $0.96 ($0.48ea)
Danonino $1.87 used $1.50 from today's RP = $0.37
Yoplus yogurt $1.50 used $1 IP here = $0.50
Newspaper $2
$3.77 used $5 gift card from new store mailer !

RX new or transfer get $10 gift card at Target

2010-06-06T20:56:00.002-05:00

This week's Target ad has a $10 gift card coupon, when you purchase a new or transferred prescription! Got my Target ad from our local Sunday paper, along with some other great coupons - a $2 off pampers wipes 60ct +, which the 60ct are on sale at Walmart for $1.97!
another coupon we like is the Danonino $1.50 off, they are $1.87 at walmart right now, so $0.37 each 6pk

Worlds Best Cat Litter - Try it Free - rebate

2010-06-06T20:47:00.002-05:00

World's best cat litter brand litter is offereing a rebate up to $12.99 for 1 7 or 8lb bag of cat litter.
See PDF rebate form for further details HERE . It made from corn so Im pretty interested in trying it.

Yes it has been a loong while

2010-06-05T22:18:00.005-05:00

I took a long break from couponing. My A.D.D. seems to do that sometimes, I struggle "staying with" things. My friend Nena also quit couponing who was my motivator when I would fall off the wagon in the past, we would also have shopping trips together. We are a great team and were very efficient savers together!! she has since started a new business (Nena Metcalf Photography) and it has been very successful, keeping her very very busy!
but I hope this is the start of me getting back to saving!
I had trips here and there, but have not kept up with it, but today I had 3 trips, and wanted to post them :)
I had to search and search, but I was finally able to find a walgreens with the main items I needed (the ecotrin)
T1 & T2
Ecotrin $2 used $2 IP = $0 got back $2 RR did this xs 2 for a total of $4 RR back
T3
Huggies $8.99 used $3 IP = $5.99
4 Reach TB $3.96 used 2- $2/2 IPs = -$0.04
button for filler item $0.19
$6.14 - $4 in RRs = $2.27 OOP total for everything in the Wags trip pic!Next was Target for B-day gifts, and this deal!
ArmorAll Tire foam $3.79
ArmorAll orig cleaner $2.39
used 2 $2 IPs, and 1 $3/2 Target IP = -$0.31 (incl tax)
money maker!!!There were 2 CVS stores that I stopped at
1st I did 2 transactions
2, 34 pks of sz 4 diapers $2.24 ea get $2 ECBs back
$2.42 x 2 = $4.84 OOP got back $4 in ECBs
2nd store
4 pks of sz 4 52ct diapers $3.29ea = $13.16
1 pk of sz 4 34ct diaper $2.24
$15.40 - $5/$15 CRT = $10.40
-$2.00 ECB, -$0.99 ECB -$4.00 ECB
total OOP $3.66 for those 5 pack of diapers
GRAND total for everything in the CVS pic = $8.50,
and I still have $2 ECBs to spend!

Kroger dry Roasted peanuts $0.49 ends today

2009-12-22T11:13:00.002-06:00

hurry in sale ends today, I believe
thought I'd share this deal I saw at Kroger last night while doing a "run"
Emerald 16 oz Dry Roasted Peanuts are on sale for $1.49, there should be $1 peelie coupons on the tops of them, to get them for only $0.49 ea (limit 6)

(looks like a "sold out" deal now) $5 off Huggies coupons!!

2009-12-21T15:07:00.004-06:00

wow that was fast, but I think this is now sold out, the $5 towards huggies coupons.. BUT there are still alot of other thing you can get for FREE by signing up and using the free 100 points for
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lemme give you the details to the coupon first..
go HERE to register
then go back to the home page and sign in to reflect your 100 points
then click on "get Rewards"
on the left side bar click "health and beauty" scroll down and click on the cart 2 times to add 2 $5 coupons off Huggies to your cart.
very easy check out, click order and then your done
RecycleBank.com is an online site you sign up with, and use curbside recycling to earn point, and then redeem them for items. you do not have to be a participator in this program to get the 100 free points for signing up. use the 100 points to get 2 $5 off huggies coupons.. or you can browse around and see if there is anything elses besides diaper coupons youd like to spend th 100 points on.
If youd like to participate and your state is not listed, there are other ways to earn more points beyond the 100 for signing up, and you can find those details HERE
thanks moneysavingmom

Restaurant.com 80% off code

2009-12-21T12:45:00.002-06:00

I found a great coupon code for Restaurant.com. use the code SANTA at check out to get 80% off!
I was able to get 2, $25 gift Certificates to our local Incredible Pizza for $4 ($2ea) using the SANTA promo code for 80% off.
Go HERE and put in your (or if buying as a gift the giftee's) zip code, and find a participating restaurant near you.
get $25 gift cert for $10, $10 for $4, and so on. GREAT deals..
make sure to read the details on the order page, as the $25 I bought are good towards food purchases, not games, and on a minum $35 food purchase, which is still an awesome deal, $10 for a $35 meal ($12 if you include the $2 gift cert cost)
LOVE IT

Randalls freebies

2009-12-19T11:52:00.002-06:00

Free item offered everyday at Randalls with a $20 minimum purchase. today (saturday) is a free 5lb bag of Russet potatoes with a $20 purchase, which is usualy pretty easy to do even when coupon shopping. My total before coupons will probably be over $20, and I will hand ove rthe free potato coupon first, and then the other coupons (in addition to ecoupons!)
go HERE for the coupons

More free $4 when you transfer Rx

2009-12-18T11:22:00.000-06:00

I was able to get more coupons for gifts cards, and $ for groceries! $25 for CVS & $30 for Kroger since we have a new Kroger Market Place in our town! keep an eye out for these in grocery store sales ads, and flyers. Other store offer these coupons at different times as well, like Target etc.
I havent done CVS deals in a long while since my local CVS is usually sold out (and even though I can get rain checks) I just havent done it, and I think using the gift cards to use towards ECB deal there would be a great way to get back into shopping their sales, I may also have enough gift card $ to use to buy Chrismas gifts if I wanted, they have a few really great items... AND you could also run into sales and clearances which I have seen items around 75 - 90% off!!!
don't forget to get your CVS Extra Care card, and sign up for their emails, they offer coupons for $$/$$ (ususally $4 off $20 purchase of something like that where it is saving you $1 for every $5 you spend)

Nursing cover!

2009-12-16T10:46:00.000-06:00

Looks like this deal is out again, and I have to say that I wished I thought of it, because it is such a great friend to nursing moms. This would make a great Christmas gift for an expecting friend or family member, or even a great baby shower gift to give by itself, or on a diaper cake or something like that.
Note * last time I ordered, they had sold out of the Porter fabric which was my 1st favorite

Udder Covers - We are running a new promotion where you can get any of our nursing covers
(regular price $32)- Free. You just pay the $8.95 shipping. The code is
"Christmas".
Go to https://www.uddercovers.com/cart.php#giftSets , click on "Shop Now", select the product you would
like (we ...also have 3 piece gift sets available with this promotion) and you
will automatically be directed to the center of the page where you can enter
in the promo code! Type in Christmas and it will bring your product total to
$0! They will sell out fast. You can use the code more than once - you just
have to open a new browser/window to do so. Good Luck!

Free nusing cover from Udder Covers - pay shipping

2009-11-09T18:25:00.004-06:00

Thanks to my good friend Angela, I was able to get in on this great deal!
These are too cute, and very practical!
I got mine in today, and its so neat, I am thinking I may hold onto it for when I may need it, hehe, I'm such a dreamer, lol, hence the diapers form the other post too.. :)
heres how to get your free Udder Cover (love the name)

Go here - uddercover.com and pick out a nursing cover, when prompted to check out on the bottom, enter the code 1FREE in "discount" field, and get a $32.00 nursing cover for the price of shipping!

great for nursing moms , expecting moms, or a baby shower gift Awesine Deal!! Thanks again Angie!!

Toys R Us - 4 games for $4.95 after rebate

2009-11-09T13:21:00.004-06:00

I thought this was a pretty good deal.

Through November 14, 2009, when you buy $25 worth of select games at Toys "R" Us, you'll get a $10 Toys "R" Us gift card. Plus, there's a Hasbro/Toys "R" Us rebate which can be combined with this deal for even greater savings.

Here's how it breaks down:

Buy 4 boxes of: Candy Land, Chutes and Ladders, Ants in the Pants, Don't Break the Ice, or Memory--on sale for $3.99 each (eligible for a $2 rebate for each game, maximum one rebate per title)
Buy 1 box of: Connect 4 or Scrabble--on sale $9.99 (eligible for a $3 rebate)
(Buy 4 of the $3.99 games and one $9.99 game = $25.95 total)
Get a $10 Toys "R" Us gift card
Plus, submit for $11 in rebates here
$4.95 (plus tax and stamp) after rebates and gift card
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Thanks Money Saving Mom & Abundant Food Savings for this info!

Rx transfer coupon - Kroger

2009-11-09T12:01:00.003-06:00

I came across a transferred Rx coupon just in time! It is for a $25 credit at Kroger, found in this weeks sales ad in the store! (exp Nov 17th)
I had only gotten $10 last moth, and that was for Target. I transferred an Rx from Kroger -to- CVS, and then an RX from CVS -to- Target. Since CVS accepts competitors coupons, I used a coupon from Target at CVS (get $10 gift card WYB transferred Rx) and then used another of the same coupon at Target.
Now I am transfereing an RX from Target - to- CVS, and then hopefuly transfer an Rx from CVS -to- Kroger, and get $25 to Kroger and $25 at CVS.. $50 for spending $20 ($10 ea Rx) which we spend anyway. woohoo

Randalls n Kroger

2009-11-08T19:25:00.003-06:00

needed to grab a few things, like bread and milk etc, and picked up some sale items while I was out. 1st stop Randalls.
HB helper 3 @ $1.00 used 2, $0.75 ecoupons & 1 $0.75 IP = $0.75 ($0.25ea)
Betty Crocker Potatoes $1.49 used 3, $0.40 ecoupons & $0.40 IP doubled = -$0.51
Freshpet dogfood $2.49 used Free item coupon - $2.49 = $Free
A&H toothpaste 4 @$1.49 used 2 $3 Qs = -$0.04
2 Pks huggies (I can dream! lol) $9.99ea used a $3/2, a $1/1, two- $1.50 ecoupons and 2 $2 IPs = $8.98 ($4.49ea)
Milk $1.99
$11.17 + tax = $12.49 paid $2.81 on gift card from joint juice deal & $9.68 OOP
2nd stop Kroger (deal items price after $0.50 per item savings)
Evap milk 4 @ $0.50 used $0.50/2 doubled = $Free (used 2 of my MIL's Qs and gave her the 2 milks)
Coke $0.75
Chex mix $1.49 used $0.50 Ecoupon & 1 $0.50 IP doubled = -$0.01
BC potatoes 3 @ $0.50 used $0.40 IPs doubled = -$0.90
Bumblebee tuna $0.50 used $0.55 Q = -$0.05
Kro Parm Cheese $2.79
Kro heavy whip cream $3.59
Houston Chron paper $1.75
Sara Lee bread $1.99
Sara Lee mini bagels $3.89 used Free WYB bread = $Free
$9.91 OOP!

Walgreens

2009-11-02T19:49:00.002-06:00

I had alot of RRs I needed to use before they expired, I bought some TP 6 @ $2.99ea, play doh, and then 2 clearance mini pumpkins $0.09ea for fillers.. paid with RRs from theraflu and triamenic $0.10 OOP!

Kroger Mega deals!!

2009-10-29T14:32:00.004-05:00

Loads of fun shopping at Kroger. Their mega sale is going on now, combined with coupons = GREAT deals, and some "steals", lol.
I had to break this up into 6 transactions to get it all with the coupons doubled and tripled. I am listing everything together just to make it easier to post! I am also listing the prices AFTER the $0.50/ item discount (which is the mega deal $5 WYB 10 participating items, = $0.50 off per item)
Carnation Evap milk 34 @ $0.50 used $0.50 doubled = $Free
Betty Crocker potato pouches 19 @ $0.50 used $0.25 Q tripled & 1 $0.40 doubled & 1 SC ecoupon = -$5.20
Chili w beans 15 @ $0.79 used $2/3 = $1.85 ($0.12ea)
Rolaids 10 @ $0.99 used 5, $4/2 Qs = -$10.10
Ricola 6 @ $0.50 used 4 BOGO as $1 ea (rang 1 too many oops) = -$1.00
Halls 6 @ $0.79 used $0.35 Qs tripled= -$1.56
Heinz 5 @ $1.49 used $0.75 Qs = $3.70 ($0.74ea)
Tombstone Pizza 8 @ $1.99 used $1.50/2 = $9.92 ($1.24ea)
OreIda fries 2 @ $1.99 used $1.50/2 = $2.48 ($1.24ea)
Snuggle Fabric softener 2 @ $2.99 used 2 $3 Ws = -$0.02
Keebler cookies 4 @ $0.99 used 2 $1.50/2 Qs = $0.96 ($0.24ea)
DrPepper 4 @ $0.50 used $0.40 doubled = -$1.20
Land o Lakes butter 5 @ $0.99 used $0.40 double = $0.95 ($0.19ea)
Peperidge farm garlic bread 5 @ $1.49 used $0.40 doubled = $3.45 ($0.69ea)
Dole caned mand orange 2 @ $0.50 used 2 $0.50 doubled = -$1.00
Dole fruit bowl $1.45 (missing $1 coupon) = $1.45
Sour cream (filler as a mega item) $1.49
BC fruit snack $1.49 used $0.40 doubled = $0.69
$7.13 OOP !!! woohoo
130 mega deal items, and 2 candy filler = 132 items total!!

Late Walgreens post, and CVS

2009-10-29T14:22:00.003-05:00

new sales on sunday I went out and grabbed a few things, not alot though.
everything was from WAGs except the butterfingers which $2 , I had a $2 coupon so FREE!
OOP $3 got back even exchange for the other items in RRs.

Kroger and Wags trip

2009-10-25T11:54:00.002-05:00

Gosh the $0.50 off Beef coupon is really HOT!! I went to 2 different Krogers last night and 1 had 6 1lb rolls of the ground chuck and the other was completely out. I managed to get 3 lbs beef (split the 6 with my MIL) and 10 bottles of Dr pepper for $0.16 a bottle ($0.80 for 5)
1st transaction
ground chuck 3 @ $1.59ea used 3 $0.50 Qs = $1.77 ($0.59ea)
DR Pepper 5 @ $1 used 5 $0.40 Qs 3 doubled 2 at face value -$1 B4G1 = $0.80 ($0.16ea)
$2.52 OOP
2nd transaction
DR Pepper 5 @ $1 used 5 $0.40 Qs 3 doubled 2 at face value -$1 B4G1 = $0.80 ($0.16ea)
Doritos $2.50
$3.30 OOP
After Kroger we stopped by Wags to "roll" 2 of my $6 RR and 1 $1 RR into 2 $8 RR and 2 $1 RR, a $5 RR profit!!
1st transaction-
Triaminic 3 @ $4.99 used $1.50/1, $3.00/2, & Wags $2 off each (-$6) = $4.49
DrPepper $1.49
Trident 2 @ $1 used BOGO = $1.00
Butterfinger bag $2 used $2 Q = $Free
Pencil $0.13
- $6RR (from razor) -$1RR (from halls)
$0.09 OOP!! got back $8RR (from triaminic) $1RR (from Trident)
2nd transaction-
Triaminic 3 @ $4.99 used $1.50/1, $3.00/2, & Wags $2 off each (-$6) = $4.49
Trident 2 @ $1 used BOGO = $1.00
Reese PB cup $0.50
Pencil $0.13
-$6RR (from razor)
$0.10 OOP!! got back $8RR (from triaminic) $1RR (from Trident)

Tinkerbell Blu-Ray / DVD coupon!

2009-10-25T11:15:00.002-05:00

Get $10 off the purchase of the new Tinkerbell movie, Tinkerbell and The Lost Treasure, on the Blu-Ray & DVD combo pack. go here for your coupon, while supplies last HURRY!

More Krogers & Walgreens!!

2009-10-23T16:56:00.004-05:00

I went to a new Kroger today and the beef was price $1.59 lb instead of $1.69 lb, combined with $0.50 off ground beef = $0.59/ lb !! AND they double triple 3 like coupons per transaction!!
combining all transactions for easier posting (remember some Krogers only dbl/trpl 1 like coupon per transaction and some are 3)
9 lbs ground beef $1.59/lb used $0.50 on ea doubled = $5.31 ($0.59/lb)
5 Domino sugar @ $1.09 used $0.35 = $0.20 ($0.04 ea)
Yakisoba 40.99 used $0.50 doubled = $Free
2 loaves Sara lee bread 2 $1.99 = $3.98
2 pks mini bagels $3.89 used Free WYB bread = $Free
Dr Pepper 2 liter 5 @ $1 used 2 $0.55 Q and 3 $0.40 Qs dbl & -$1 B4G1 = $0.50 ($0.10ea)
$9.75 OOP !!Walgreens 4 Transactions-
1st
Zantac $8.99 used $2 peelie found on box
2 Wags Drinks $0.79 ea = $1.58
- $2 RR (pert) - $8 RR (Theraflu)
$0.57 OOP get back $9 RR (for Zantac)
2nd
Zantac $8.99 used $2 peelie found on box
travel baby powder $1.29
- $2 RR (pert) - $8 RR (Theraflu)
$0.28 OOP get back $9 RR (for Zantac) & $1 RR (for baby powder)
3rd
Triaminic 3 @ $4.99 used $3/2 Q, $1.50/1 Q and Wag $2 off ea = $4.47
MVP Razor $8.99 used $4 Q = $4.99
2 pencils (for fillers) = $0.26 ($0.13ea)
- $9 RR (Zantac)
$0.72 OOP got back $8 RR (buying 3 triaminic) $6 RR (for MVP razor)
4th
Theraflu 3 @ $4.99 used $3/2 Q, $1.50/1 Q and Wag $2 off ea = $4.47
MVP Razor $8.99 used $4 Q = $4.99
2 pencils (for fillers) = $0.26 ($0.13ea)
- $9 RR (Zantac)
$0.72 OOP got back $8 RR (buying 3 triaminic) $6 RR (for MVP razor)
I now have $41 in RR to spend !!!!

Walgreens and Kroger - great deals!!

2009-10-22T22:03:00.003-05:00

I made 3 trips this evening, 2 to Walgreens, and 1 to Kroger. I am posting total OOPs cash spent, and then posting transaction details later. there are some GREAT deals out there :)
$4.04wags 1st trip total spent OOP cash - $5.63 - left with $22 in RR to spend next time
Wags 2nd trip total spent OOP cash - $1.94 - left with $26 in RR to spend next time
Kroger $4.04 total cash spent OOP !!

Put together a decent Target run

2009-10-15T22:57:00.002-05:00

I had a good run at Target this evening despite the run in with one manager who was only allowing 5 like coupons per person. so we split it up into 2 transactions, my MIL was there so that was a big help! I am combining transactions to make this post easier. (also if you didn't know you can combing a Target store coupon with a Manufacturers coupon to maximize you savings!)Chex mix 8 @ $0.68 used 8 $1 T (target) printables adjusted down = $Free
Chef Michaels bag dog food 8 @ $4.26 used 8 $3 Qs & 8 $1 T Qs (from inserts) = $2.08 ($0.26ea)
Chef Michaels canned dog food 8 @ $0.84 used 8 BOGO Qs & 8 BOGO T Qs (from insert) = $Free
Fancy Feast appetizers 20 @ $1.27 used 10 BOGO Qs & 10 BOGO T IP Qs = $Free
Arm&hammer toothpaste 20 @ $0.97 used 10 $3/2 adjusted = $Free
Clean clear morn burst 10 @ $0.97 used 10 $1 Qs adj = $Free
All sm mighty 2loads 10 @ $1.02 used 10 $1 Qs = $0.20 ($0.02ea)
Edwards single serve pie 2 @ $2.04 used 2 $1 Qs = $2.08 ($1.04ea)
Dannon crush cup yogurt 2 @ $1.50 used 2 $1 Qs = $1.00 ($0.50ea)
Dannon drinkable yogurt 1 @ $1.50 used $1 Q = $0.50
Light fit yogurt $1.50 used $1 Q = $0.50
cocoa puffs $2.29 cinamon toast crnch $2.33 used $1/2 T IP & $0.75 IP for puffs & $0.55 Cin T Crunch = $2.32 ($1.16ea)
Bonless skinless chicken 2.5 lbs $5.00
Skull crossbones cups 2 @$0.98 (reg $1.98) on clearance = $1.96
total BEFORE coupons was $139.32
after coupon total - $15.64 Paid with gift card from last deal (RX transfer, & signing up for baby registry w/ coupon for $20 giftcard)

Every little bit counts

2009-10-14T17:48:00.003-05:00

RX coupons, Transferring prescriptions is a good way to earn money for the medicines you were going to buy anyway, its "free" money. I didn't have the best coupons for RX transfers this time around (last month I got $25 for Kroger), but at least I found something. CVS accepts competitors coupons for RX transfers, the one from Kroger transfered to CVS, and another CVS RX to Target pharmacy, $10 RX used $10 WYB nex or transfererd RX.. $10 gift card for CVS and $10 Gift card for Target.
I also got a catalog in the mail for a free $20 gift card to Target when you start a new baby registry. No I am not preggo, but who can pass up this easy $20!! plus I got a small reusable bag with coupons and free samples!! also in the bag was $20 gift card towards a $20 purchase on shutterfly.com, which is a company I normall use. I can use to order and make a custom gift for someone or order something for the family!!I used $10.80 of the gift cards to purchase these cute pink skull with bow & crossbones for the girls. also pictured is the bag, Shutterfly gift card, and the 2 Target gift cards $10, and $20 (now minus $10.80)I was also able to get a good deal on the Snow White blue ray and DVD from Amazon.com
on sale for $19.99 used the code snowhite at checkout and recived $10 off,
then I got a small batman poster and a photo glue pen as filler to get total up to $25 (before snowhite savings) and recieved free shipping, total for all this $15.00!!! and it was shipped to my door.
I paid with $50 gift card bonus from Paul's work

Randalls short

2009-10-13T22:15:00.002-05:00

Still no more joint juice, but I found 4 nivea lip balm that I wanted, I wanted 9, but I'll take what I can get :) and canned veggies and tuna.. it went like this
Nivea Lip care 4 @ $1 used 4 $1 Qs = $Free
Sfwy Veggies 11 @ $0.79 used 11 Free item Qs = $Free
Tuna 11 @ $0.79 used 11 $0.55 Qs = $2.64
$2.64 used $2.50 Catalina from Pillsbury deal saturday, neg tax actually got back $0.07!!!

Menu Plan Monday Oct 12th -18th

2009-10-11T14:36:00.005-05:00

menu for the week Oct 12th - 18th
Monday
Lunch - PB & J
Snack - Kix cereal
Dinner - chicken puffs
Tuesday -
Lunch - turkey sandwiches
Snack - pop corn
Dinner - Pizza
Wednesday -
Lunch - tuna mac
Snack - PB crackers
Dinner - Tater tot casserole
Thursday -
Lunch - chicken nuggets
Snack - cereal
Dinner - Cheeseburgers
Friday -
Lunch - tuna melt
Snack - cheese crackers
Dinner - Salmon
Saturday
Lunch - grilled cheese
Snack -
Dinner - pasta chicken alfredo
Sunday
Lunch - pizza rolls
Snack -
Dinner - sausage w/ red beans n rice

Kroger, Randalls, Walmart - Saturday deals

2009-10-10T20:47:00.004-05:00

Had great trips today, not really a huge variety of items, but I was able to get all the things I was looking for. First Trip was to Kroger, then off to Randalls then last Walmart. I go to Katy or Sugar Land as our local Kroger only double or triples 1 like coupon per transaction, the other Krogers, is 3 like per transaction.
Kroger, I had to do multiple transactions per the dble tripl 3 like coupon per transaction. but I am listing together here for space. also listing the total quanity, as I gave some items to my MIL.
Pizza Rolls 15 @ $1 used 15 $0.35 Qs tripled = $Free
Yakisoba 18 @ $0.99 used $0.50 Qs doubled = $Free
Spam singles 13 @ $0.89 used $0.35 Qs tripled = $Free
Franks Redhot $0.99 used $0.35 doubled = $Free
Beechnut baby food 6 @ $0.66 used free item Q = $Free
BC potato pouch 2 @ $1 used $0.40 IPs doubled = $0.40 ($0.20ea)
Bounty basic 6 @ $1.09 used $0.25 Q tripled = $2.04 ($0.34ea)
Dr Pepper 3 @$1.00 used $0.55 peelies = $1.35 ($0.45ea)
$3.79 total used RX coupon on kroger card from transfered RX $0 OOP

Randalls - messed up here and grabbed 3 of the wrong tuna cans which were higher priced at $0.99 instead of $0.79, plan on taking these back for exchange.
Sfwy Canned vegetables 10 @ $0.79 used free item Q from hurricane map = $Free
Tuna 7 @ $0.79 used $0.55 Q from hurricane map $1.68 ($0.24ea)
Tuna 3 @ $0.99 used $0.55 Q from hurricane map $1.32 ($0.44ea)
Pillsbury pizza dough 2 @ $2.49 used 3, $1 e-Coupons and 1 $0.35 Q tripled = $0.93 ($0.47ea)
Pillsbury cressent rolls 2 @ $1.49 used 2 $1 IPs = $0.98 ($0.49ea)
Kid cuisine 2 @ $2.39 used 2 $1 e-Coupons & $1/2 Q = $1.78 ($0.89ea)
Banquet meal 3 @ $0.79ea = $2.37
$9.06 total paid with Randalls gift cards purchased from joint juice deal.
also got back $2.50 OYNO from purchasing 4 Pillsbury

Walmart
Cheetos $2.50
Doritos $2.84
Cream Cheese $1.27
Pull ups wipes 4 @ $1.64 used $3/2 = $0.56 ($0.14ea)
Reeses pieces $1 used $0.55 = $0.45
Bananas $1.25
$8.87 + $0.08 tax = $8.95 OOP

Kroger and Walmart run tonight

2009-10-07T22:18:00.005-05:00

Walmart
Kotex 12 @ $1 used 6 $2/2 Qs = $Free
Tornados $1.98 used $1 Q = $0.98
HBO $2.84 used $2 IP =$0.84
$1.85 OOP
Kroger
Beechnut babyfood 3 @ $0.66 used free item Q some rang over amount -$1.32
Fruit 2O $1 used $1 Q = $Free
Franks Redhot 4 @ $0.99 used $0.35 dbl = $Free
Dial 6 @ $1 used $0.35 Q tripl = $Free
pizza rolls $0.99 used $0.35 Q tripled = $Free
Barilla pasta 3 @ $1.39 used $0.50 Q doubled $1.17 ($0.39ea)
BC potatoes $1 used $0.40 SC eCoupon + $0.40 IP + $0.20 bonus = $Free
3 whole chickens $9.82 used $3/$15 meat purchase = $6.82
Pork Chops $7.30
Roma tomato (not pictured) $0.13
can stew tomato $0.53
$14.50 Total, used RX redemption (from prior RX transfer bonus coupon) to pay

Randalls

2009-10-07T13:21:00.002-05:00

Randalls did not have any Joint Juice when I went in so I got some other items, some on deal some just needed for meals around here.I first bought a $20 gift card with 2 $10 Cats I had, I got back $1.65 cash from the neg tax.
HB Helper 3 @ $1.50ea used 2 $0.75 CF e-Qs 1 $0.75 SC e-Q and 1 $0.75 IP = $1.50 ($0.50ea)
BC oatmeal cookie mix $2.50 used 2 $0.40 CF e-Qs 1 $0.40 SC e-Q & $0.75 IP = $0.50
Sfwy Corn $0.79 used FREE item = $Free
Sfwy Kidney beans $0.99 used free item rang as only $0.79 grr = $0.20
Sfwy Tuna 2 @ $0.79 used 2 $0.55 Qs = $0.48 ($0.24ea)
Progresso soup 2 @$1.67 used 2 $0.50 CF e-Qs 1 $0.50 SC e-Q & $0.50 IP doubled = $0.84 ($0.42ea)
Progresso Chick broth $2.99 used 2 $0.50 CF e-Qs 1 $0.50 SC e-Q & $0.50 IP doubled = $0.49
Sara Lee bread $2.49
Sara lee mini bagels $2.79 used FREE wyb bread rang as $3.69 = -$0.90
cream cheese $0.99
Parm Cheese $2.49
zucchini $0.64
$9.72 paid with Sfwy gift card! $0 OOP

walmart bummer

2009-10-06T01:24:00.003-05:00

so I had a great walmart trip today.. but I accidentally erased the picture... I have since gotten a pic together and to go ahead and post the trip.Ore Ida seas fry 2 @ $2.43 used $1/2 = $3.86 ($1.93ea)
Ore Ida microwave fry 2 @ $0.93 used $1/2 = $0.86 ($0.43ea)
Coffeemate 2 (1 no pic) @ $1.73 used $1/2 =$2.46 (1.23ea)
Totinos 4 @ $0.90 used $1/4 = $2.60 ($0.65ea)
Bagelfuls 2 @$1.78 used 2 $1 Qs = $1.56 ($0.78ea)
hormeal 2 @ $1.98 used $2 Qs = -$0.04 (neg$0.02ea)
Helathchoice 2 (1 no pic) @ $2.42 used $2 Qs = $0.84 ($0.42ea)
cat treats 10 @ $1.98 used $2 Qs = -$0.20 (neg $0.02ea)
ALL You mag 2 @$2.24 used $0.50 Qs = $3.48 ($1.74ea)
Reeses 2 $1 used BOGO & $0.55 = $0.45
Flour $1.48
hvy whip crm $3.14
GV can corn 2 @ $0.49 = $.98
ranch style bns $0.66
GF beef brth $0.58
GV chik brth 2 @ $0.58 = $1.16
pwdr creamer $1.62
Cheetos $2.50
$27.99 paid with return gift card, and return $10 cash and $5 OOP

Menu Plan Monday !! Oct 5th - 11th

2009-10-05T23:19:00.003-05:00

menu for the week Oct 5th - 11th
Monday
Lunch - PB & J
Snack - Kix cereal
Dinner - chicken nuggets
Tuesday -
Lunch - tuna sandwhiches
Snack - pop corn
Dinner - sausage & potato in a white cream sauce
Wednesday -
Lunch - pizza
Snack - PB crackers
Dinner - Amish Mexican Toss Together
Thursday -
Lunch - hot dogs
Snack - cereal
Dinner - Pot Roast w/ potatoes & carrots
Friday -
Lunch - nuggets n fries
Snack - cheese crackers
Dinner - Fish
Saturday
Lunch - turkey sandwich
Snack -
Dinner - breakfast for dinner
Sunday
Lunch - grilled cheese
Snack -
Dinner - chicken tomato basil

CVS, Randalls, Kroger

2009-10-04T17:47:00.002-05:00

details later, thanks

Randalls deals Sept 29

2009-10-01T01:26:00.002-05:00

So I had to get more joint juice from the catalina promo they are running. buy 7 JJ in 1 trans and get $10 OYNO catalina. well I spent more OOP than I needed to at first, but I wasnt thinking, but anyway. there are BOGO IPs out there, and use those to buy 4 at first I think, and then you can get the $5 off 7 Catalina coupon(to use next purchase), $2.78 OOP, and then you get $3 OYNO.. then buy 7, use the $5 off and the $3 OYNO $1.73 OOP, and get $10 OYNO and another $5/7, get 7 more JJ used $5/7 $4.73 get filler to get up to $10 to use OYNO, and u get back anther $10 OYNO to keep "rolling" IF they have enough JJ!!
the Tyso chicken is BOGO, $3.99/2 use $1 Qs on each = $1ea used $10 OYNO to "buy" 10

Menu for the week Sept 28 - Oct 4th

2009-09-26T23:10:00.004-05:00

menu for the week Sept 28 - Oct 4th
Monday
Lunch - pepperoni's pizza
Snack - pop tart
Dinner - Chicken & Dumplings
Tuesday -
Lunch - PB J
Snack - pop corn
Dinner - pork chops
Wednesday -
Lunch -
Snack - PB crackers
Dinner - chicken spaghetti
Thursday -
Lunch -
Snack - cereal
Dinner -
Friday -
Lunch - PB J
Snack -
Dinner -
Saturday
Lunch -
Snack -
Dinner -
Sunday
Lunch -
Snack -
Dinner -

Free chick-fil-a sandwhiches

2009-09-24T18:03:00.003-05:00

change of plans for dinner tonight. Chick fil-a has free chicken sandwiches every Thurs in Sept and Oct 1st form 5pm-6pm. We had ours tonight.. one last free day next Thurs. Check your local chik-fil-a to see if they are in the promo.

Pantry clean up

2009-09-24T15:43:00.004-05:00

My pantry has slowly become a place of horror..... A plain crapped out mess!!! Since I coupon I get large quantities of certain items, and when I get lazy it starts to stack up.. its just so much stuff at one time sometimes!! anyway. I took a cleaning to it today.. before and after!
starting with the bottom.. before... and then after..next going up... top of the pantry... before.... and then after..
and the door organizer.. before... and after

Walgreens clearance deals

2009-09-24T15:38:00.002-05:00

5lb sugar 9 @ $0.80 used 9 $0.35 Qs = $4.05
Dominos 1lb 3 @ $0.37 = $1.11
thermos 4 @ $3.74 = $14.96 (one alone at walmart is $12.99)
EPT tests 3 @ $3.59 used $3 Q s= $1.77
w/ taxes = $23.27 OOP

back from Vacation - Randalls deals

2009-09-22T19:10:00.001-05:00

trans1
fruit snacks $2.50 used 2 $0.40e Qs & 1 $0.50 IP db = $0.70
NV gran bars $2.50 used 2 $0.40e Qs & $1.00 IP = $0.70
Cin toast crunch $2.50 used $0.55e Q & $0.55 IP = $1.40
cocoa puffs $2.50 used $0.75e Q & $0.75 IP = $1.00
Trix $2.50 used $0.55e Q & $0.55 IP = $1.40
NV nut clusters 4 @ $2.50 used 3 $1e Qs 2 $1.60 & 2 $1 IPs = $1.80
chex mix $2.00 used 3 $0.50e Qs & 1 $0.50 IP db = -$0.50
BC warm delights $1.69 used 2 $0.50e Qs & $0.50 IP = -$0.31
OldElPaso beans $1.15
OldElPaso ench sauce $1.34 used 2 $0.60/2 eQs = $0.14
cresent rolls 2 @ $1.49 used 2 $1e Qs & $1/2 = -$0.02
biscuits 2 @ $1.49 used 2 $1e Qs & $1/2 = -$0.02
huggies overnights 2 @$8.99 used $3/2 & $1.50/1 eQs & 2 $2 IPs = $9.48
$16.92 got 2 $4 offs for the first 8 items listed.. $8.92 + $tax $9.97 OOP
earned 2 free capri sun Qs up to $2.99ea
can get $0.75 back for each huggies pk ($8.47 cost then)
trans 2
CapriSun 2 @ $2.49 used Free item Q rang as $2.99ea = -$1.00
bread $2.49
$1.49 + tax = $1.92 OOP

Menu for the week Sept 21 - 26

2009-09-21T20:33:00.003-05:00

menu for the week Sept 21 - 26
Monday
Lunch - PB &J , me- leftovers
Snack -
Dinner - meatloaf, potatoes, corn
Tuesday -
Lunch - PB&J, me - leftovers
Snack - nut clusters
Dinner - Wings, cheesy noodles, fruit mix
Wednesday -
Lunch - ham cheese sandwiches
Snack - PB crackers
Dinner - crockpot beef roast
Thursday -
Lunch - sandwiches
Snack - fruit snack
Dinner - chick fil a FREE
Friday -
Lunch - mini biscuit pizzas
Snack -
Dinner -Beef fajitas w/ homemade tortillas
Saturday
Lunch - macaroni w/ hot dogs / chili
Snack -
Dinner - hot dogs
enchiladas

hey - KROGER

2009-09-07T17:37:00.002-05:00

Kroger... 1st Sunday Sept 6.. 2nd and 3rd Monday..
Run number 1 - (4 transactions, listing all together)
Charcoal (not pictured) $5.99
2 loaves bread (not pictured) $4.00
Sugar $1.69
wolf chili $1.75
Hot Shot 9 @ $1.99 used $1.50Qs = $4.41 ($0.49ea)
Fruit2O 9 @ $1.00 used $1 Q s $Free
KC masterpiece $1.50 used $0.55 peelie Q = $0.95
mustard $1.25 used $0.50 kroger mailer Q bonus of $0.41 off (didnt double ?) = $0.34
honey mustard $1.25 used Free item wyb mustard, peelie Q rang as $1.59 = -$0.34
Mighty Dog 9 @ $0.69 used Free Q (rang as $1) = -$2.79
Dial soap 9 @ $1.00 used $0.35 tripled = $Free
Horizon choc milk 12 @ $1.00 used $0.25 Qs = $2.25 ($0.25ea) (MIL bought 3 in her trans with overage from dogfood)
Floss 12 @ $1.00 used 12 $1 qs = $Free
Bounty Paper towels 9 @ $1.00 used 1- $0.25 e coupon and $0.25 Qs tripled = $2.00 (1 free, 8 $0.25ea)
OM hot dogs $4.69 used Free kroger mailer Q = $Free
Minute maid 3 @ $1.00 used $0.50 doubled = $Free
Reeses cups 9 @ $0.50 used $0.55 Qs 3 adjusted 6 not) = -$0.30
Yakisoba 3 @ $0.99 used $0.50 double = $Free
Pork Ribs 2 packs 1st $7.92 2nd $7.95 used 1 $6 Q wyb coal and bbq sauce = $1.92 & $7.95
$27.82 + tax = $29.84 OOP
2nd and 3rd run (local Kroger, had to do 9 transactions to get all this, 6 in the 1st trip 3 in the 2nd trip) listing all together
Zoo pals plates 8 and 1 bowl @ $1 used $0.50 doubled = $Free
Yakisoba 9 @ $1.00 used $0.50 doubled = $Free
Hefty bags asst sized 12 @ $1.00 used $1/2 = $6.00 ($0.50ea)
$0.50 tax = $6.50 OOP ( i now have $25 credit from Rx I forgot to use duh!!)

sorry no posts

2009-09-06T18:17:00.001-05:00

I have been busy being pregnant, and then having a baby, and recovering, lol. check my surrogacy blog for that info.

CVS - late

2009-08-19T13:30:00.003-05:00

I made a "late" trip to CVS 3 eday sale this week. Caught it on the last day. I went in to get rainchecks but they actually had all but one of the items I wanted, which were free after ECB items.
Oh and Paul got me a usb card reader for my olympus so I can use it again. look how SHARP they are compared to the last ones I've taken!!
2 transactions 1 for ea of 2 cards. 2 of each item on ea card. paid $8 in ECB and around $0.30 OOP ea and got back $8 in ECBs

Monday Menu Madness !! MMM!! Aug 17 - 23

2009-08-16T18:00:00.001-05:00

menu for the week August 17 - 23rd
Monday
Lunch - pizza
Snack -
Dinner - chicken spaghetti
Tuesday -
Lunch - incred pizza
Snack - cheese crackers
Dinner - grilled cheese
Wednesday -
Lunch - Burgers (soda shop)
Snack - PB crackers
Dinner - hot dogs
Thursday -
Lunch -
Snack - cereal
Dinner - fajitas
Friday -
Lunch - PB J
Snack -
Dinner -
Saturday
Lunch -
Snack -
Dinner -

Kroger super doubles

2009-08-15T14:57:00.003-05:00

so the Houston area had a super doubles event aug 15th only (My BIRTHDAY!!), which I havent ever seen here (the super doubles), and I heard there hasnt been one in a LONG while.. Nena and I went out at about 9:30 got to a 24 hr Kroger around 10 - 10:30, and started in on the looooong night. We ran into ALOT of other coupons from all around, and there were also a few who didnt look like couponers who were getting in on some of the deals! I did 4 transactions on that run, then 2 more during the day at a local Kroger. It was pretty darn busy!Trans 1 - details soon!!!
Trans 2 -
Trans 3 -
Trans 4 - Trans 5 -
Trans 6 -

Monday Menu Madness.. Aug 10 -16

2009-08-09T18:00:00.001-05:00

menu for the week August 10 - 16
whoops

CVS early Aug 9

2009-08-09T00:16:00.002-05:00

CVS C2
Candy Bars 60 @ 2/$1 used 29 $1/2 Qs = $1.00 (get back $10 ecb)
Sharpie highlighters 3 @ $0.99 used 3 $1 IPs = -0.03
Huggies 2 @ 2/$18 used 2 $1.50Qs = $15.00 (get back $4 ecb)
Bayer meter $14.99 used up to $30 Q = $Free (get back $5 ecb)
Prilosec OTC $11.99 used $1 Q = $10.99 (hubby needed this until his RX is filled!)
used $5/ $25 and $21.96 in ECBs $0.05 OOP for tax got back $19 in ECBs
sending off for $0.75 ea huggie pack from caregivers marketplace

Revlon makeup $9.99 used $1 Q = $8.99 (get back $9.99 ecb)
Huggies 2 @ 2/$18 used 2 $3.00Qs = $12.00 (get back $4 ecb)
sharpie highlighters 6 @ $0.99 used IPs = $Free
lighter for Hubby $0.99
$21.98 used $21.88 in ECBs $0.11 OOP got back $13.99 in ECBs
sending off for $0.75 ea huggie pack from caregivers marketplace
second trans
Revlon makeup $9.99 used $1 Q = $8.99 (get back $9.99 ecb)
paid $8.97 in ECBs $0.02 OOP and got back $9.99 in ECBs

Walmart

2009-08-06T16:09:00.003-05:00

coupon deal with the Chips ahoy and caprisun
CapriSun 8 @ $1.77 (rosenberg walmart price) used $2Q WYB chips ahoy 8oz or lrgr = -$1.84
ChipsAhoy 8oz 8 @ $1 = $8.00
heavy whipping cream $3.50
Coffeemate $1.66 used $0.50 = $1.16
Milk eggs - WIC

Monday Menu Madness!!.. MMM.. Aug 3rd - 9th

2009-08-02T18:00:00.001-05:00

menu for the week August 3 - 9
Monday
Lunch - Chick Fil A
Snack - PB Crackers
Dinner - Chicken and pasta
Tuesday -
Lunch - PBJ
Snack - frozen yogurt pop
Dinner - large steaks
Wednesday -
Lunch - tuna sand
Snack - gold fish crackers
Dinner - tatertot casserole
Thursday -
Lunch - chicken nuggets
Snack - fruit snacks
Dinner - beef fajitas
Friday -
Lunch - hot dogs
Snack - cereal cup
Dinner - BBQ chicken
Saturday
Lunch -
Snack -
Dinner -

sunday morning CVS & Wags

2009-08-02T14:22:00.003-05:00

CVS 5 transactions also - went in card 2 w/ $37 in ECBs, left with $39.93!!
C1 T1
Electrasol 5 @ $4.50 used 5 $2.50Qs = $10.00
CVS stretch book covers 2 @ $.99 = $1.98
CVS toothbrush $1.99 used Free item CRT = $Free
$11.98 total used $11.98 in ECBs got back $11.98
C3 T2
Electrasol 5 @ $4.50 used 5 $2.50Qs = $10.00
CVS stretch book covers 2 @ $.99 = $1.98
Blink tears $7.99 used $3 Q = $4.99
CVS asprin $1.99 used Free item CRT = $Free
$16.97 total used $16.87 ECBs $0.10 OOP got back $19.97 ECBs
C3 T3
M&M peanut 2 @ $0.45 = $0.90
Poly portfolio 2 @ $0.49 = $0.98
CVS pencil 10ct 2 @ $0.99 = $1.98
CVS 1 sub notebook 2 @ $0.99 = $1.98
CVS scissors $2.99
CVS compass $1.50
CVS protractor $1.50
CVS sticky note $0.99
CVS tape 3 @ $1.49 = $4.47 (rain check item)
$17.29 total used $16.98 in ECBs $0.33 OOP got back $17.92 ECBs
C2 T4
CVS stretch book covers 2 @ $.99 = $1.98
CVS poly portfolio 2 @ $0.49 = $0.98
blink tears $7.99 used $3.00 Q = $4.99
CVS 1 sub notebook 2 @ $0.99 = $1.98
CVS 30z lotion $1.49 used Free item CRT = $Free
$9.93 total used $9.93 ECBs (adjusted a little) got back $12.93
C1 T5
M & M peanut 3 @ $0.45 = $1.35
Snickers 2 @ $0.45 = $0.90
CVS poly portfolio 2 @ $0.49 = $0.98
CVS 1 sub notebook 2 @ $0.99 = $1.98
blink tears $7.99 used $3.00 Q = $4.99
$8.22 total used $10.00 ECB $0.20 OOP got back $10.95
Wags
T1
Vit shampoo $3.99 = $4.32OOP got back $4RR
T2
Gum Toothbrush $3.50
school box $0.69
used $4RR and $0.52 OOP got back $3.50RR
T3
Vit shampoo $3.99 used $3.50RR and $.82 OOP got back $4RR
T4
Gum Toothbrush $3.50
school box $0.69
used $4RR and $0.52 OOP got back $3.50RR

CVS early sunday 8/2 sale

2009-08-02T00:06:00.002-05:00

ran into a slight bump in our deals tonight, but we got some, and ready for more tomorrow.
C2 started with approx $23 in ECBs, ended with $37 !! (spent only $1.11 OOP)
4 transactions
C2 T1
Electrasol 5 @ $4.50 used 5 $2.5Qs = $10.00
Stayfree pads 2 @ $5, used BOGO rang as $6.69 = $3.31
Softsoap $4.69 used $2 IP = $2.69
CVS stretch book cover 2 @$0.99 = $1.98
CVS 1sub notebook 2 @ $0.99 = $1.98
CVS Flex ruler 2 @$0.99 = $1.98
CVS sticky notes = $0.99
CVS 20ct pens 2 @ $0.99 = $1.98
$24.91 total used $4/$20, & $18.79 in ECBs
got back $29 in ECBs !!
C2 T2 (rain check items)
Vinyl binder 1" 2 @ $3.00 = $6.00
CVS tape 3 @ $1.48 = $4.44
CVS 24ct pencils 2 @ $1.99 = $3.98
Speedstick PRO $2.99 used $1.50 CRT = $1.49
$15.91 total used $15 in ECBs and $0.98 OOP got back $19 in ECBs!!
C1 T3
Visine wipes 2 @ $3.99 used 2 $3Qs = $1.98
Visine multicare $3.99 used $3 Q = $.99
$2.97 total used $2.97 ECBs got back $5 in ECBs
C3 T4
Stayfree pads 2 $5 used BOGO -$5 = $5.00
paid with $5 ECB got back $5 ECBs

walgreens yesterday

2009-07-28T22:22:00.003-05:00

Walgreens
Starbucks coffee 13 @ $1.25 used 13 $1 Qs = $3.25
Arizona tea BOGO $0.99 = $1.98
used $5 RR and $0.25 OOP

CVS more candy

2009-07-26T21:11:00.003-05:00

like I need more candy, argh.. but I couldn't resist
C1
candy bars 18 @ 3/$2 used 9 $1/2 Qs = $3.00
mentos gum 3 @ $1 used 3 $0.55 Qs = 1.35
composition book $0.99
Tot stapler 2 @ $0.99 = $1.98
push pins 2 @ $0.99 = $1.98
$9.30 used $8.78 in ECBs $0.56 OOP got back $9.95 in ECBs

Monday Menu Madness.. MMM!! July 27 - August 2

2009-07-26T17:29:00.003-05:00

menu for the week July 27 - August 2
Monday
Lunch - tuna melt
Snack - cheese crackers
Dinner - salmon
Tuesday -
Lunch - mac & cheese w/ hot dogs
Snack - graham crackers
Dinner - Alfredo
Wednesday -
Lunch - fish sticks
Snack - chex mix
Dinner - lasagna
Thursday -
Lunch - chick-fil-a
Snack - yogurt
Dinner - small beef steaks
Friday -
Lunch - PB J
Snack - apple sauce
Dinner - 5 yr wedding Anniversary
Saturday
Lunch -
Snack -
Dinner -

CVS sunday, fighting to get my deals!

2009-07-26T03:30:00.006-05:00

got to CVS "early" again.. and whats the deal, seems like I am fighting more and more people this late/ early...
3 transactions
T1 C2
candy bars 6 @ 3/$2 used 4 free item Qs (took off $0.89ea) and 1 $1/2 = -$0.56
mentos gum 11 @ $1 used 11 $0.55Qs = $4.95
CVS tampon 10ct $1.89
Arm & hammer 2/$6.99 used 2 $1Qs = $4.99
Pilot easytouch pens 2pks $0.99ea = $1.98
composition book 2 @$0.99 = $1.98
TOT stapler 2 @ $0.99 = $1.98
pencil case 2 @$0.99 = $1.98
Eraser 7ct 2 @ $0.99 = $1.98
push pins 2 @ $0.99 = $1.98
Colgate $2.88 used $1 Q = $1.88
Bic Triumph pens 2pk 4 @ $3.99 BOGO used 4 $2 Qs = -$0.02
CVS choc covered peanuts 2 @ $0.99 used $/2 CRT = -$0.02
flintstones vitamins $8.49 used $1 Q = $7.49
One a Day mens $4.24 (BOGO 50% from flintstones) used $2 Q = $2.24
$34.72 used $10/ $50CRT = $24.72 used $22.99 in ECBs $2.03 OOP
got back $22.79 in EBCs
T2 C3
CVS tampon 10ct $1.89
Pilot easytouch pens 2pks $0.99ea = $1.98
composition book 2 @$0.99 = $1.98
Eraser 7ct 2 @ $0.99 = $1.98
push pins 1 @ $0.99 = $0.99
Colgate $2.88 used $1 Q = $1.88
$10.70 paid $10.70 in ECBs, got back $9.83 in ECBs (bought 1 too many push pins, and got no ecbs wah!) $0.06 OOP (tax?)
T3 C1
CVS tampon 10ct $1.89
composition book = $0.99
Colgate $2.88 used $1 Q = $1.88
CVS choc covered peanuts 2 @ $0.99 used $/2 CRT = -$0.02
$4.74 paid $4.74 in ECBs ($5 adjusted) $0.05 OOP and got back $4.88

Kroger, without kids YAY

2009-07-25T18:47:00.004-05:00

My mom took the girls so I had the opportunity to take shopping trip with out them being impatient with me lol.
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T1 - started with AMP drinks
10 AMP drinks $1.49ea part of buy 10 save $5 mega deal
$9.90 used 6 $1 Qs (wow they will usually only take 3) = $4.22 paid with gift card from previous AMP deal $0 oop
got another gift card for $10!! $5.78 ($6) money maker!!
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T2 (mega deal items listed as "MD", price shown after = includes disc)
Velveeta S&C 4 @$1.79 used 2 $1.50 IPs = $4.16
Kraft BBQ 2 @ $1.09 used 2 FREE WYB 2 Velveeta S&C = $Free
Coffeemate $1.99 used $0.50 Q doubled = $0.99
Listerine pocketpacks $1 used $0.50 doubled = $Free
Bounty towels $1 used $0.25 tripled = $0.25
Oral B TB 3 @ $1 used 3 $1 Qs = $Free
Hot Shot ant roach killer 3 @ $1.99 used 3 $1.50 Qs = $1.47 ($0.49ea)
Crest $1 used $0.50 doubled & $0.75 Ecoupon = -$0.75
AMP energy 3 @ $1.49 used 3 $0.50 MD & 3 $1 Qs = -$0.03
Sunny delight $1.39 used $0.50 MD & $0.25 Q tripled = $0.14
Chex mix $1.88 used $0.50MD $0.50 Ecoupon & $0.50 IP doubled = -$0.12
cat treats $1.49 used $0.50 MD & $0.50 doubled = -$0.01
coke $1.29 used $0.50 MD = $0.79
Rolaids $1.69 used $0.50MD & $1 Q = $0.19
Hartz Crunch clean treats 2 @ $2.49 used 2 $0.50 MD & 2 $2 IPs = -$0.02
$7.06 total + tax $0.09 = $7.15 paid with gift card from AMP deal
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got back $1 CAT from 2 BBQ and $3 CAT for 4 Velveeta.. soo really only $3.15 for everything here!! plus I started out with a MM from the AMP deal!! woohoo!!

Wags and CVS

2009-07-25T12:55:00.002-05:00

Wags
had to have arizona tea YUMM 2 @$0.99 = $1.98
BIC highliters sale 4 @ $0.49ea used 2 $1/2 IPs= -$0.04
$1.94 OOP
CVS
bath tissue $5.00
papermate pens 10pk 2 @ $0.99 = $1.98
Bayer Breeze meter $19.99 used up to $30Q = $Free
Memo pads 2 @ $0.99 = $1.98
10ct pencils 3 @ $0.99 = $2.97
Choc covered peanuts 2 @ $0.99 used $2/2 nut CRT = $Free
houston chron (1 coupon I needed before tomorrow) $1.75
$13.69, used $5/$30 = $8.69, paid w/ ECB $5.98, $1.98 and $0.75 OOP
got back ECB $5 for meter, (next are rain check ECB items)$2 for pencils, $2 for memo pads, $3 for pencils. ($3.31MM)

Wags and Kroger exchange

2009-07-24T12:50:00.002-05:00

on THIS post I went to Korger and purchased 6 dixie plate packs. They didn't have the size I wanted so I bought the smaller plates. I went in today and did an even exchange for the larger (not largest) size plates. I am pretty "green" except when it comes to paper plates, I am guilty. My husband and I use these, our children do use washable plates though.

Wags
scented oil warmer $2.29
used free up to $2, = $0.30 OOP

KFC "rain check" free grilled chicken

2009-07-24T12:23:00.003-05:00

awhile back I posted about a free 2 piece meal with coupon from KFC printing online. Well the response was so huge, that they were having everyone with coupons send them off for a rain check. Well they set up the rain checks so that they could put dates on them that were all on the same day. I sent off 4 of my coupons and got 4 rain check. 2 are in the same week, and the other 2 are the week before and the week after. I redeemed one today. and the girls shared a popcorn chicken.
YUM, it came with 2 pieces grilled chicken, 2 sides, a biscuit, and a med drink.

Another CVS trip

2009-07-21T21:22:00.002-05:00

forgot the rain checks, but got some other things.
T1 C1
filler paper 2 @$2 = $4.00
CVS TP $5.00 (this kind is pretty nice)
febreeze 2 @$6.50 used 2 $4 Qs = $5.00
GE chocolate 2 @$0.99 used $2/2 = -$0.02
Q tips (DH needed these) $2.99 used $0.30Q = $2.69
panty liners $0.89
$17.56 used $5/$30CRT, $3 & $4 ECB
$5.56 + $0.46 tax = $6.02 OOP
got back ECB $5 from febreeze, $0.89 for liners, $4.00 for paper (cost $3.13)
T2 C2
filler paper 2 @$2 = $4.00
GE chocolate 2 @$0.99 used $2/2 = -$0.02
used ECBs $2.99 & $0.89 =$0.11 OOP
got back $4.00 ECB
T3 C3
Cheerios 2 @$1 used 2 $1 Qs = $free
GE chocolate 2 @$0.99 used $2/2 = -$0.02
$0.06 OOP ( I dunno why I had OOP!! subtotal was -$0.02, and tax was $0.08)

Super busy day! Kroger, CVS, Walgreens & Wal-Mart

2009-07-21T16:23:00.006-05:00

all in one day. I was going to be in another part of town, so I hit up these non local stores to see if they had any good deals in stock.
started at Kroger 2 transactions (buy 10 get $5 off marker as MD on each participating items)
T1
Yoplait yogurt $2.49 used $0.50 MD and $1 IP = $0.99
Yoplait Trix 2 @$2.46 used 2 $0.50MD, $0.80/2 E-Q, & 2 $0.35 tripled = $1.02 ($0.51ea)
Dixie plates 3 @1.99 used 3 $0.50MD, & 3 $0.50Qs doubled = $1.47 ($0.49ea)
Speed stick deo $1.49 used $0.50 MD & $1.49 IP adjusted = -$0.50
Cat Treats 3 @ $1.49 used 3 $0.50MD, & 3 $0.50Qs doubled = -$0.03
Crest toothpaste 3 @ $1.00 used 3 $0.50 doubled = $Free
Bounty paper towels 3 @$1 used 3 $0.25Qs tripled = $0.75 ($0.25ea)
Kroger sugar $1.69
$5.39 neg tax $0.01 = $5.38 on gift card from AMP deal
T2
Yoplait yogurt $2.49 used $0.50 MD and $1 IP = $0.99
Kraft dressing 2 @ $1.69 used 2 $0.50 MD & 2 $1Qs = $0.38 ($0.19ea)
Dixie plates 3 @1.99 used 3 $0.50MD, & 3 $0.50Qs doubled = $1.47 ($0.49ea)
Speed stick deo $1.49 used $0.50 MD & $1.49 IP adjusted = -$0.50
Cat Treats 3 @ $1.49 used 3 $0.50MD, & 3 $0.50Qs doubled = -$0.03
Crest toothpaste 3 @ $1.00 used 3 $0.50 doubled = $Free
I swear I thought I grabbed 3 more paper towels, but I didn't and the cashier scanned through 3 $0.25Qs tripled to $0.75 x3 = -$2.25
$0.06 total neg $0.05 tax = $0.01 on gift card from AMP deal
Then on to CVS 2 transactions
got rain checks for items they were out of, I think 4 total
T1
panty liners $0.89
speedstick deo $2.99 used $1.50 IP and $1.00 CVS Q = $0.49
skittles $0.89
used $1.98 ECB & $0.34 oop
got back $0.89 for liners, and $2 for speedstick $0.57mm
T2
Paper 2 @ $2.00 = $4.00
speedstick deo $2.99 used $1.50 IP and $1.00 CVS Q = $0.49
$4.49 used $1.49, and $2.97 ECB & $0.09 OOP
3rd stop Walgreens, scored more pull-ups (sending off for caregivers marketplace rebates)
if you plan on looking for this deal, make sure to price check all the packs, some have different amounts in the packs too, ones here I have are 23ct 3T-4T pink, 19ct 4T-5T pink, 19ct 4T-5T blue. make sure you check every packs barcode, and price check at the closets counter, which is usually pharmacy for me. the 3T - 4T blue rang up $11.49 here, I forget which count pack though. happy hunting. and we just got new $2 pull ups coupons in the 7-19 SS (smart source insert)
Pull ups 10 pks @ $2.89 used 10 $2Qs = $8.90
3 payday $2.00
2 mickey mouse towels (bath rag) = $1.98
12.88 used $10 RR, and 2 $2 RRs = $1.77 + tax $0.13 = $1.90 OOP
4th and final stop Wal-Mart
Milk WIC
Kotex 9 @ $1 used 9 $1 qs =$Free
Pull-Up wipes 8 @ $1.64 used 4 $3/2 = $1.12 + $0.09 tax = $1.21 OOP

Kroger

2009-07-20T16:55:00.002-05:00

I seriously went only for Parmesan cheese!! lol 2 transactions
T1
AMP drinks 10 @ $1.49 used 10 $0.50 MD =$9.90
Coke $1.29 used $0.50 MD and $1 Q WYB pizza = -$0.21
Rootbeer $1.29 used $0.50 MD and $1 Q WYB pizza = -$0.21
Kroger pizza 2 @ $1.00 used 2 $.50MD = $1.00
Klenex 2 @ $1.49 used 2 $0.50MD & $0.50/2 doubled = $0.98 ($0.49ea)
Cat treat $1.49 used $0.50 Md and $0.50 Q doubled = -$0.01
Sunny Delight $1.39 used $0.50 MD = $0.89
Rolaids $1.69 used $0.50 MD & $1 Q = $0.19
dixie plates $1.99 used $0.50 Md & $.50 doubled = $0.49
$13.02 + tax = $13.87 OOP got back coupon for $10 kroger gift card for buying 10 AMP
T2
Sunny Delight $1.39 used $0.50 MD = $0.89
Klenex 2 @ $1.49 used 2 $0.50MD & $0.50/2 doubled = $0.98 ($0.49ea)
Cat treat $1.49 used $0.50 Md and $0.50 Q doubled = -$0.01
dixie plates $1.99 used $0.50 Md & $.50 doubled = $0.49
Parm cheese 2 @$1.99 used 2 $0.50MD = $2.98 ($1.49ea)
Kraft dressing 3 @ $1.69 used 3 $0.50 MD & $1 Q = $0.57 ($0.19ea)
$5.90+ tax = $5.93 OOP

Monday Menu Madness!! MMM! July 20-26

2009-07-19T17:27:00.004-05:00

menu for the week July 20 - 26
Monday
Lunch - Gringos
Snack - no bake PB cookies
Dinner - stuffed pork chops
Tuesday -
Lunch - nuggets
Snack - fruit snacks
Dinner - meatballs
Wednesday -
Lunch - PBJ
Snack - applesauce
Dinner - steaks
Thursday -
guests in town - open
Friday -
guests in town - open
Saturday
Lunch - chef boyardee
Snack - PB crackers
Dinner - tomato basil chicken

Wanna go into Space?

2009-07-19T10:49:00.002-05:00

Fill in your information on THIS page, and your name will be included with others on a microchip on the Mars Science Laboratory rover heading to Mars in 2011!
I saw this cool post on Wisconsin Coupon Mom

walgreens - $5 / $25

2009-07-16T12:54:00.004-05:00

I picked up the blue packs last night at a different Walgreens store, but adding it to here.
Walgreens has an printable coupon for $5 off a $25 purchase ($25 after all manufacturers coupons) good for today and tomorrow (July 16th and 17th). I put together a deal to use the coupon. OOP is high but I got back alot in RR, and getting some $ in rebates.
W2
Huggies diapers $10.00 used $1.50 Q = $8.50
4 pks Pull-ups $3.19ea ($12.76) used 4 $2 Qs = $4.76
2 coppertone sunscreen $11.49ea (thought they were $10.99!) used 2 $5 Qs = $12.98
$26.24 used $5/$25 = $21.24 + $1.75 tax = $22.99OOP
got back $5 RR from buying over $20 in Huggies products (before coupons) and $10 RR for buying 2 coppertone ($7.99 after accounting for $15RR I got back, then sending in for $3.75 back for $0.75ea pack from Caregivers Marketplace, which will then leave my "cost" at $4.24 for 2 sunscreens, 4pks pull ups and 1 pack of diapers!!!) great deal I think
W1 - this is for the blue packs of pullups
2 pks pull ups $2.89ea used 2 $2 Qs = $1.78 + $0.15 tax = $1.93 OOP
sending off for 2 $0.75 rebates from caregivers marketplace, leaving my "cost" at $0.43!!

Kroger

2009-07-15T13:27:00.002-05:00

Kroger had some things I wanted to get, some I was more excited about than others. but heres what I got. They have a sale on certain items, buy 10 and get $5 off your purchase, items marked with * part of deal. I am also listing the items with the $0.50 discount, and not just taking $0.50 off at the end, it shows the deals better this way. This savings I am marking as $0.50MD
2 transactions
T1
Value frys $1.28
*Yoplait yogurt $2.14 used $0.50MD, $0.35 Q tripled = $0.59
*2 Kleenex $1.49ea ($2.98) used 2 $0.50MD & $0.50 Q doubled = $0.98 (0.49/ea)
*Sunny D Smoothies $1.39 used $0.50MD & $0.25 Q (from mag) tripled = $0.14
*Dixie plates $1.99 used $0.50MD and $0.50 Q doubled = $0.49
*Welchs grape jelly $1.99 used $0.50MD & $0.55Q = $0.94
*2 Quaker Chewy bar 12pks $1.99ea ($3.98) used 2 $0.50MD and $0.75/2 Q = $2.23 ($1.12ea)
*Kraft Dressing $1.69 used $0.50MD & $1 Q = $0.19
*Fiber one Yogurt $2.49 used $0.50MD, $1 E-Q loadable, $1 Q = -$0.01
*3 rolaid 3pks $1.69ea (5.07) used 3 $0.50MD, and 3 $1Qs = $0.57 ($0.19ea)
*Keebler fudge grahams $1.99 used $0.50MD & $1 IP = $0.49
*3 Playtex gloves $1.99ea ($5.97) used 3 $0.50MD & 3 $1Qs = $1.47 ($0.49ea)
*Lady speed stick $1.49 used $0.50MD, $1.50IP = -$0.51
*cat treats $1.49 used $0.50MD, $0.50Q doubled = -$0.01
*Chex mix $1.99 used $0.50MD, $0.50 E-Q, $0.50 IP doubled = -$0.01
$8.83 neg tax -$0.32 = $8.51OOP
T2
*Dixie plates $1.99 used $0.50MD and $0.50 Q doubled = $0.49
*3 rolaid 3pks $1.69ea (5.07) used 3 $0.50MD, and 3 $1Qs = $0.57 ($0.19ea)
*Keebler fudge cookies $1.99 used $0.50MD & $1 IP = $0.49
*Lady speed stick $1.49 used $0.50MD, $1.50IP = -$0.51
*cat treats $1.49 used $0.50MD, $0.50Q doubled = -$0.01
*2 Kraft Dressing $1.69ea ($3.38) used 2 $0.50MD & 2 $1 Q = $0.38 ($0.19ea)
* duracell C batteries 2pk $3.39 used $$0.50MD $0.75 Q = $2.14
$3.55 neg tax -$0.16 = $3.39OOP
approx $0.38 per item!

Randalls surprise

2009-07-14T14:37:00.003-05:00

I was going to be over by a Randalls, so I made sure I had some Qs with me. Zoeysmom at katycouponers, posted that all ecoupons were coming off items, even if you only bough the minimum, (ex at Kroger only one or the other ecoupon will come off, not both on the same item) so I searched to see if there were any new ones that I could benifit from. I looked on shortcuts and cellfire and found they both had $0.60 off chexmix bars, and also $0.50 off BC warm delights, so I loaded both onto my new shoppers card.
1 transaction
Chex Mix bars $2.50 used shortcuts $0.60 loadable AND Cellfire $0.60 loadable ALSO a $0.75 mfg insert Q = $0.55
Warm delights $1.79 used shortcuts $0.50 loadable AND Cellfire $0.50 loadable ALSO a $0.50 mfg insert Q doubled = -$0.21
Gum 6 packs $1.79 BOGO sale used 3 BOGO Qs = $Free
HB buns $0.89
HD buns $0.89
total $2.12 OOP

Wags

2009-07-12T17:28:00.003-05:00

I came across a deal at wags I could "get in" on and I clipped a couple of coupons and was on my way. I don't have my gift card anymore, and I had no RR to spend, so I am starting out slow.
While at the store I looked to see if there were more of the Pull ups that were on clearance and I found 4 packs. now if I was smart I would have found something to put it over $20 and got $5 RR back!! I did 2 transactions though
T1
4 packs pull ups @ $2.89ea, used 4 $2 Qs = $3.56
2 sm Dove deo $0.99ea used $1.50/2 = $0.48
2 Dove body mist $4.49ea used 2 buy deo get free mist Qs -$4.49ea = $Free
$4.04 + $1.03tax = $5.07 OOP, got back $2 RR for buying 2 dove body mist, and sending off for Pull-Ups $0.75/pk = $3.00 back from caregivers marketplace rebate ]
T2
2 sm Dove deo $0.99ea used $1.50/2 = $0.48
2 Dove body mist $4.49ea used 2 buy deo get free mist Qs -$4.49ea = $Free
total $0.48 OOP got back $2 RR

Monday Menu Madness!! MMM!! July 13 - 19

2009-07-12T17:23:00.004-05:00

menu for the week July 13 - 19
Monday
Lunch - Pizza from scratch
Snack - no bake PB cookies
Dinner - stuffed pork chops
Tuesday -
Lunch - corn dogs from scratch
Snack - fruit snacks
Dinner - meatballs
Wednesday -
Lunch - PBJ
Snack - applesauce
Dinner - Mc Alister's (date w/ DH)
Thursday -
Lunch - tuna melt
Snack - cheese crackers
Dinner - Italian marinated chicken
Friday -
Lunch - kids at grandmas
Snack - graham crackers
Dinner - tired ordered Pizza
Saturday
Lunch - chef boyardee
Snack - PB crackers
Dinner - Chicken Puffs
Sunday
Lunch -
snack -
Dinner - Pork Fajitas

CVS

2009-07-12T15:10:00.002-05:00

I finally got to make a photo book at the CVS photo lab, and it was so easy. cost $7.99 used $0.89 ECB, 1.98 ECB $1.98, and $2.99 ECB $0.15 on gift card, got back $7.99 in ECBs !!
first aid kit to go $0.99 ea got 8, used 8 $1 coupons = $Free

CVS Sunday Midnight run

2009-07-12T02:20:00.004-05:00

I don't normally do midnight runs, esp since DH works alot of Sat nights, but DH was off tonight, and I got to make the trip tonight.
Even at 12:30 midnight, they were almost out of a few things. I saw 2 other couponers leaving when I pulled up, with their tell-tell coupon binders. I also ran into a fellow HCW-er, who I just so happened to be PMing the other day. We were chatting about how our CVS was always out of our items on Sunday when the sales start, which now we know why, and we were trying to beat the rush. I would love to go into details, esp how I managed to spend 1 1/2 hours there, AND do at least 11 transactions, but OMG it is sooo late. be sure to check back tomorrow, I should have details up by then... good night!!
C3 T1
3 Pens $0.99ea = $2.97
Gillette Razor $7.99 used $4 Q = $3.99
3 Tylenol arthritis $3.99ea used 3 $2 Qs = $5.97
2 notebooks $0.99ea = $1.98
2 Rulers $0.99ea = $1.98
2 Glue $0.99ea = $1.98
$18.87 total, used $2.50 CRT off $10 pain relievers
$15.00 ECB, & $0.99 ECB $0.38 + tax $0.27 = $0.65 on gift card
got back $2.97, $4.00, $9.00, $1.98, $1.98, $1.98 ($21.91)
C3 T2
2 Scissors $2.99ea = $5.98
used $4.00 ECB & $1.98 ECB
got back $5.98 ECB
C2 T1
3 Pens $0.99ea = $2.97
Gillette Razor $7.99 used $4 Q = $3.99
3 Tylenol $3.99ea used 3 $2 Qs = $5.97
2 notebooks $0.99ea = $1.98
1 Scissors $2.99
2 Glue $0.99ea = $1.98
$19.88 used ECB $10.00, $5.00, & $4.00
total $0.88 + tax $0.31 = $1.19 on gift card
got back ECBs, got back $2.97, $4.00, $9.00, $1.98, $2.99, $1.98 ($22.92)
C2 T2
1 Scissors $2.99
2 Rulers $0.99ea = $1.98
4 Arizona tea $1 ea BOGO sale = $2.00
$6.97 total used ECB $2.97, & $4.00 total $0.05 on gift card
got back ECBs $2.99 & $1.98 ($4.97)
C1 T1 taking a break...

Free Picture People pictures

2009-07-11T22:28:00.002-05:00

I usually get an email, or card in the mail for 1 free 8x10, but this offer, good until 07/25/09, includes
1 8x10
2 5x7s &
8 wallets (of the same image)
not a bad deal! I hope to get to use this, I will have to get one image of both the girls, and just get that. Getting a 3 and 4 yr olds picture taking might prove difficult, lol.
find and print this great offer HERE

Randalls - great trip

2009-07-11T16:34:00.003-05:00

my trip wasnt too big, but it was all around a good trip, good customer service, friendly cashiers, got my deals. I had a coupon they missed last time, which was about a week ago for the 4th of July sale (I don't get there too often) it was the $4 coupon in that first transaction, and they handed me $4 cash back no problem. I also picked up a new Randalls card which hopefully will fix the e-coupon problems I have been having.
Gum 4 packs sale BOGO used 2 BOGO Q = $Free
Cocoa Krispies 2 (1 I gave to my mom) $0.99ea used 2 $1 Qs = -$0.01
Starbucks tiny ice creams 18 (2 were eaten today) $1 ea, used 9 $2 Qs pushed through by Mgr = $Free
Chicken breasts 4lbs frozen, sale $6.36 used $1 IP =$5.36
total $5.35 neg tax -$1.57 = $3.78OOP!!

Sunday the 12th sales - early preview

2009-07-11T12:37:00.005-05:00

(Newbie scenario at bottom of deals)
CVS ♥ freebies ♥

♥ Caliber or CVS/pharmacy 1 subject notebook 70-80 sheets $.99 get $.99 eb limit 2
3 days only - Sun, Mon, + Tue

♥ Caliber or CVS/pharmacy 12" plastic or wood ruler $.99 get $.99 eb limit 2
3 days only - Sun, Mon, + Tue

♥ Caliber or CVS/pharmacy school glue 5 oz $.99 get $.99 eb limit 2
3 days only - Sun, Mon, + Tue

♥ Caliber or It's Academic 5" pointed or blunt tip scissors $2.99 get $2.99 eb limit 2
3 days only - Sun, Mon, + Tue

♥ Gillette Fusion manual or power razor $7.99 get $4 eb limit 1
-$4 Gillette Fusion Manual or Power Razor P&G 6/7/09

♥ Paper Mate Grip pens 8 ct $.99 get $.99 eb limit 3
3 days only - Sun, Mon, + Tue

♥ Tylenol arthritis or 8 hour 20-24 ct $3.99 get 3 eb limit 3
-$2 Tylenol Arthritis V 5/17/09
-Buy $10 in pain relievers $2.50 off CRT

♥ hardcover Photobook 6x8 $7.99 Get $7.99 eb limit 1

I don't see much for Walgreens right now though.. I do heart CVS :)
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on to the scenerio-
starting with only $0.89 in ECB (you will have to do alot of transactions, but will have a low OOP)
T1
2 notebooks $0.99ea = $1.98
1 glue $0.99
total $2.97 use $0.89 ECB pay $2.08 OOP, get $1.98 and $0.99 ECB
T2
1 Glue $0.99
2 pens $0.99ea = $1.98
total $2.97 use $1.98 and $0.99 ECB and get $1.98 and $0.99 ECB
T3
1 pen $0.99
2 rulers $0.99 ea = $1.98
total $2.97 use $1.98 and $0.99 ECB and get $1.98 and $0.99 ECB
T4
1 Scissor $2.99
use $1.98 and $0.99 ECB pay $0.02 OOp get $2.99 ECB back
T5
1 Scissor $2.99
use $2.99 ECB get $2.99 ECB back
T6
3 tylenol arthritis $3.99ea = $11.97
use $2.50 off $10 pain reliever CRT = $9.47
use 3 $2Qs = $3.47
use $2.99 ECB, $0.48 OOP get $9.00 ECB back
grand total $2.58 OOP spent

sale info from www.iheartcvs.com

Chick-fil-a free meal Friday !! cow appreciation day

2009-07-10T14:57:00.002-05:00

So we all dressed up as cows today for the cow appreciation day, and got our free meals!! The food was yummy like always. From left to right- Peyton (Nena's) Veronica and Valerie (mine) and Parker (Nena's).. please excuse Veronica's frowny face, she sometimes gets grumpy about taking pics!
I didnt get a pic of myself when we were there, but I took one on a timer the night before.I also added ears when we went, and painted my nails and toe nails cow print, and the girl's nail cow print as well, which I didn't get a pic of. Being 8 mo preggers painting my nails was no easy task lol.

Kroger

2009-07-09T13:39:00.003-05:00

I needed a couple of things, so I ran to Kroger. I splurged on the cookie dough, I bought the giant pack OMG, lol. I also needed french fries and mustard for lunch, croissants for dinner later this week, hot shot for these mega Texas bugs! and the mini cupcake baking sheets are perfect since I need them for a recipe as well, and they were on clearance!!

$hopping, $aving, $urviving

HEB is coming around lately!

HEB fun - FREE ice cream, BBQ sauce & almost free batteries

Randalls Run

Keurig B60

another good Target deal - FREE top

LAST DAY get Pirates of the Carribean on BluRay + DVD combo pack $10

Parenting {The Early Years} Magazine 2 Years for just $2

FREE PIZZA!

Diaper Deals

Kroger

Randalls, Walgreens, CVS

Kohls, dollar tree, CVS

Kroger - daytona deals

Target & Kroger

couponing while on vacation!

Kroger & Randalls

Kroger & Walmart Tuesday

Target - Johnson Baby Wash

more deals Babies R Us & Petsmart

Walgreens , HEB, & Kroger

Randalls & Target

Randalls & CVS

CVS & Wal-Mart

Kids - Summer reading program freebies

out and about - Target missed deal and Wags

TARGET !

Sunday Walmart trip

RX new or transfer get $10 gift card at Target

Worlds Best Cat Litter - Try it Free - rebate

Yes it has been a loong while

Kroger dry Roasted peanuts $0.49 ends today

(looks like a "sold out" deal now) $5 off Huggies coupons!!

Restaurant.com 80% off code

Randalls freebies

More *free* $4 when you transfer Rx

Nursing cover!

Free nusing cover from Udder Covers - pay shipping

Go here - uddercover.com and pick out a nursing cover, when prompted to check out on the bottom, enter the code 1FREE in "discount" field, and get a $32.00 nursing cover for the price of shipping!

Toys R Us - 4 games for $4.95 after rebate

Rx transfer coupon - Kroger

Randalls n Kroger

Walgreens

Kroger Mega deals!!

Late Walgreens post, and CVS

Kroger and Wags trip

Tinkerbell Blu-Ray / DVD coupon!

More Krogers & Walgreens!!

Walgreens and Kroger - great deals!!

Put together a decent Target run

Every little bit counts

Randalls short

Menu Plan Monday Oct 12th -18th

Kroger, Randalls, Walmart - Saturday deals

Kroger and Walmart run tonight

Randalls

walmart bummer

Menu Plan Monday !! Oct 5th - 11th

CVS, Randalls, Kroger

Randalls deals Sept 29

Menu for the week Sept 28 - Oct 4th

Free chick-fil-a sandwhiches

Pantry clean up

Walgreens clearance deals

back from Vacation - Randalls deals

Menu for the week Sept 21 - 26

hey - KROGER

sorry no posts

CVS - late

Monday Menu Madness !! MMM!! Aug 17 - 23

Kroger super doubles

Monday Menu Madness.. Aug 10 -16

CVS early Aug 9

Walmart

Monday Menu Madness!!.. MMM.. Aug 3rd - 9th

sunday morning CVS & Wags

CVS early sunday 8/2 sale

walgreens yesterday

CVS more candy

Monday Menu Madness.. MMM!! July 27 - August 2

More free $4 when you transfer Rx