We interrupt your weekend - INSERT THIS SUNDAY

I had no plans to buy a paper tomorrow but I just got word that there will be a small insert from General Mills this weekend.  Here is what AmandaZE listed on SD

General Mills Cereal, select Cheerios brands $1/2 (07/10/10)

General Mills Cereal, Chex, Fiber One, Honey Nut Clister, Oatmeal Crisp, Raisin Nut Bran, Total, Wheaties $1/2 (07/10/10)
General Mills Cereal, Boo Berry, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Cocoa Puffs, Cookie Crisp, Count Chocula, Dora the Explorer, Franken Berry Golden Grahams, Kix, Lucky Charms, Reese’s Puffs, Trix $1/2(07/10/10)
Betty Crocker Box Supreme Brownie Mixes $.75/2 (07/24/10)
Betty Crocker Cookie Mix, 17.5oz or Larger $.50 (07/24/10)
Fiber One Chewy Bars or Fiber One 90 Calorie Chewy Bars $.50/2 (07/24/10)
Nature Valley Granola Bars $.75/2 (07/24/10)
Nature Valley Sweet & Salty Nut Granola Bars $.50 (07/24/10)
Pillsbury Refrigerates Baked Goods Products $.75/3 (08/21/10)
Totino’s Crisp Crust Party Pizza Products $.50/3 (08/21/10)
Totino’s Rolls Snacks $.40/2 (08/21/10)
Hamburger Helper, Tuna Helper, or Chicken Helper $.75/3 (07/24/10)
Yoplait Frozen Smoothie, any $1 (07/24/10)
Wanchai Ferry Frozen Entrée, any $1.50 (07/24/10)
Yoplait Yogurt Cups or Yoplait Smoothies $.40/6 (07/24/10)
Yoplait Yogurt Cups or Yoplait Smoothies $.50/8 (07/24/10)
Yoplait Go-Gurt, any $.75/2 (07/24/10)

You can usually find these coupons pretty easily on a normal insert Sunday but the cereal coupons are always welcome at our house.  I will be looking inside the Savannah Morning News before I decide to spend the money on it.

Walgreens Matchup 5/30

Here are your specials and matchups for Walgreens this week thanks to WUC. 
Don't forget you may run into clearance at the Garden City Walgreens!

Ad Scan: Powered by Google Docs Thanks to Melissa at MPS

$2 RR Ecotrin 45 ct - $2 FREE
$2 Any ecotrin Redplum 5/16
$2 Ecotrin Print after Registration The Essentials for Living Well: Guide to Healthy Living

$2 RR Walgreen brand vitamin 60 count- $2 FREE

$5 RR Luster brand WHITE toothpaste - $5 FREE

$10 RR Rejuvicare Collagen Beauty Formula Dietary Supplement for Hair , Skin, Nails 16oz $9.99 FREE

$5 RR wyb $10 Reese's, Twizzlers or Hersheys Kisses

$1 RR wyb Household Cleaners
Tilex
Clorox Clean up
Pine Sol
Clorox Wipes
Liquid Plumr

$3 RR wyb $10 Covergirl Products

$2 RR wyb (2) Pantene 2/$8

$2 RR wyb Mucinex $9.99

$5 RR wyb Omron Blood Pressure Monitor $74.99

$5 RR wyb Bayer Contour USB $74.99

$5 RR wyb Prilosec OTC 42 ct $24.99

$2.50 RR WYB Kotex U products $3.49
U by Kotex Pads $1 SS 4/18
U by Kotex Tampons or Liners $1 SS 4/18


Other Deals

Rebate: Buy 1 or more participating Cortaid Max Strength 1% Cream 0.5oz and receive $3 rebate form printed at checkout
(WIC 661197) $3.00 (Limit 2 per address)
$1 off any Cortaid (ets) 4-25-10 SS. Expires 6-30-10

Natures Bounty Vitamins & Supplements BOGO

$2.99 Oxi Clean Stain remover or Max Force 6.2 to 24 oz or 10 pk Power Paks
$2/1 Oxi Clean MaxForce Power Paks Or Liqui-Gel, Any (04-25 SS)
$2/1 Oxi Clean MaxForce Gel Stick Or OxiClean Spray, Any (04-25 SS)
$1/1 Oxi Clean MaxForce Gel Stick Or OxiClean Spray, Any (04-25 SS)

Air Wick Air Freshener 50%
$4/1 Air Wick Freshmatic Compact i-Motion Starter Kit, Any (05-16 SS)

CVS Matchup 5/30

Here are your CVS deals for the coming week.  Remember that some items may be regional and prices may vary slightly from region to region.
If you have trouble understand the abbreviations you can go here.  That will give you all the lingo involved.
IE is Internet Explorer
FF is FoxFire

Rumor has it that Huggies Jumbo Packs will be 50% off at CVS. Here are some coupons you might want to use to make it an even better deal.

$3.00/1 – Huggies Little Movers or Little Snugglers Diapers – (coupons.com)
$3.00/1 – Huggies Little Movers or Little Snugglers Diapers – (bricks.coupons.com)
$3.00/1 – Huggies Little Movers or Little Snugglers Diapers – (facebook.com)
$4.00/2 – Huggies Little Movers or Little Snugglers Diapers – (smartsource.com)

Ban Invisible Solid, 2.6 oz $2.99
Buy 1, Receive $2.00 Extra Bucks, Limit 1
$1.00/1 Ban Solid from SS 4/18
$0.75/1 – Ban Antiperspirant/Deodorant – (feelbanfresh.com)
Pay: $1.99, Receive $2.00 Extra Bucks
Final Price: Free

Johnson & Johnson Reach Floss, 30-100 yds or Access Flosser 28 ct $1.99-$5.49
Buy One, Get One Free (automatic store promo)
Use BOGO Free Reach Total Care Dental Floss, 30yd from RP 1/3
$1.00/1 Reach Dental Floss or Access Flosser from RP 1/3
$1.00/1 Reach Toothbrush, Access Flosser or Reach Dental Floss from RP 10/4
Final Price: Free when you use BOGO coupon with BOGO sale

CVS Supreme brand diapers Jumbo pack $5.99
Buy 1, Receive $2.00 Extra Bucks, Limit 1
Final Price: $3.99

Claritin, Children’s Non-Drowsy liquid, 24 Hr tablets, Liqui-Gels, or RediTabs $9.99
Buy 1, Receive $2.00 Extra Bucks, Limit 1
$3.00/1 – Claritin, Non-Drowsy, 20 ct or larger – (coupons.com)
$2.00/1 – Claritin Allergy Product, Non Drowsy, 20 ct or larger – (bricks.coupons.com)
$2.00/1 – Claritin Tablets – (claritin.com)
$2.00/1 – Claritin-D 24 Hour – (claritin.com)
$2.00/1 – Claritin Liqui-Gels – (claritin.com)
$2.00/1 – Claritin, Children’s – (claritin.com)
$2.00/1 – Claritin 12-Hour Reditabs – (claritin.com)
$2.00/1 Claritin Non-Drowsy from SS 5/9
$2.00/1 Claritin Non-Drowsy Children’s from SS 5/9
Pay: $6.99, Receive $2.00 Extra Bucks
Final Price: $4.99

Hallmark Cards, any, excluding boxed
Spend $15, Receive $3.00 Extra Bucks, Limit 1
Final Price: 20% off, when you spend $15

P&G Products: Spend $25, Receive $10 Extra Bucks, Limit 1

Charmin Big Rolls, 16 pk $9.99
$0.25/1 Charmin from PG 5/2

Bounty Extra Soft, 12 pk $12.99
$0.25/1 Bounty from PG 5/2

Duracell AAA, AA 10 pk, C, D 4pk or 9V 2pk $5.99

Puffs, 60-108 ct $0.99

Here are some scenarios you can use:

Buy 2 Bounty, 12 pk $12.99 each
Use 2 $0.25/1 Bounty from PG 5/2
Pay: $25.48, Receive $10 Extra Bucks
Final Price: $7.74 each, when you buy 2

Buy 2 Charmin, 16 pk $9.99 each
Buy 1 Duracell $5.99
Use 2 $0.25/1 Charmin from PG 5/2
Pay: $25.47, Receive $10 Extra Bucks
Final Price: $5.15 each, when you buy 3

Scope or Fixodent $3.99
Buy 1, Receive $2.00 Extra Bucks, Limit 2
$0.75/1 Scope, 473mL or larger from PG 5/2
$1.50/2 Fixodent adhesives, any 1.2 oz. or larger from PG 5/2
Pay: $3.24, Receive $2.00 Extra Bucks
Final Price: $1.24

iTunes Gift Card $50.00
Buy 1, Receive $10 Extra Bucks, Limit 2
Pay: $50.00, Receive $10 Extra Bucks
Final Price: $40.00
Neutrogena Clinical, Aveeno Ageless Vitality or ROC Brilliance
Buy 1, Receive $10.00 Extra Bucks, Limit 1
Neutrogena Clinical $39.99
$5.00/1 – Neutrogena Clinical Product, any – (neutrogenaclinical.com)
$15.00 Rebate Neutrogena Clinical – (neutrogenaclinical.com)
Pay: $34.99, Receive $10 Extra Bucks AND Submit for $15 Rebate
Final Price: $14.99

Aveeno Ageless Vitality $44.99
$5.00/1 – Aveeno Ageless Vitality – (aveeno.com)
$10.00 Rebate – Aveeno Ageless Vitality – (aveeno.com)
Pay: $39.99, Receive $10 Extra Bucks AND Submit for $10 Rebate
Final Price: $19.99

ROC Brilliance $39.99
$3.00/1 (FF) – RoC Product – (bricks.coupons.com)
$3.00/1 (IE) – RoC Product – (bricks.coupons.com)
$3.00/1 – RoC Product – (rocskincare.com)
$20.00 Rebate RoC Product – (rocskincare.com)
Pay: $36.99, Receive $10 Extra Bucks AND Submit for $20 Rebate
Final Price: $6.99

Pampers or Similac Products
Spend $25, Receive $5.00 Extra Bucks, Limit 3

Pampers Baby Dry or Cruisers, 48-96 ct $21.99
$1.50/1 Pampers Diapers or Pants from PG 5/2
$2.00/1 Pampers Diapers orPants AND Wipes from PG 5/2
Pampers Wipes, 64-77 ct. $2.99
$2.00/1 Pampers Diapers or Pants AND Wipes from PG 5/2

Similac Advance, Go & Grow, Sensitive or Organic, 22-23.2 oz $21.99
$2.00/1 Similac Large Size Powder from SS 5/9

More scenarios for you:

Buy 1 Pampers Diapers $21.99
Buy 1 Pampers Wipes $2.99 each
Use $2.00/1 Pampers Diapers orPants AND Wipes from PG 5/2
Pay: $25.97, Receive $5.00 Extra Bucks
Final Price: $20.97, for 3 items

Pantene Shampoo or Conditioner 12.6-13.5 oz, or Styler 1.9-11.5oz $3.48
Buy 2, Receive $2.00 Extra Bucks, Limit 1
$1.00/2 Pantene products, any from PG 5/2
$1.00/1 Pantene styler, hairspray or treatment from PG 5/2
Buy 2 Pantene Stylers $3.48 each
Use 2 $1.00/1 Pantene styler, hairspray or treatment from PG 5/2
Pay: $4.97, Receive $2.00 Extra Bucks
Final Price: $1.48 each, when you buy 2

Suave Shampoo, Conditioner, Styler or Bodywash $2.00
Buy 3, Receive $2.00 Extra Bucks, Limit 2
$0.50/1 – Suave Naturals Bodywash – (suave.com)
$0.50/1 Suave Body Wash Product from RP 5/23
$0.50/1 Suave for Men Hair Care Product, any from RP 5/23
$0.50/1 Suave Professionals from RP 5/23
$0.50/2 Suave Styling Products, any from RP 5/23
Pay: $4.50, Receive $2.00 Extra Bucks
Final Price: $0.83 each, when you buy 3

Benadryl 20-24 ct, liquid 4 oz, Fast Melt 18 ct, or Perfect Measure 10 ct $4.99
Buy 1, Receive $1.00 Extra Bucks, Limit 1
$1.50/1 – Benadryl Allergy Strips – (bricks.coupons.com)
$1.50/1 – Benadryl Children’s Allergy – (bricks.coupons.com)
$5.00/2 Zyrtec, Benadryl, Visine, Sudafed PE or Tylenol Sinus from RP 4/11
$1.00/1 Benadryl Adult product from RP 4/11
$1.00/1 Benadryl Allergy product from RP 3/14
$1.00/1 Benadryl Childrens Allergy product from RP 3/14
$1.00/1 Benadryl Childrens product from RP 4/11
Pay: $3.49, Receive $1.00 Extra Bucks
Final Price: $2.49
Hefty Kitchen or Trash Bags $6.49
Buy 1, Receive $1.00 Extra Bucks, Limit 3
Pay: $6.49, Receive $1.00 Extra Bucks
Final Price: $5.49

Gillette Pro-Glide $9.97
Buy 1, Receive $5.00 Extra Bucks, Limit 1
Pay: $9.97, Receive $5.00 Extra Bucks
Final Price: $4.97

Poise Pads, 30-72 ct $11.99
Buy 1, Receive $2.00 Extra Bucks, Limit 5
$2.00/1 – Poise or Depend Product – (bricks.coupons.com)
$1.00/1 – Poise Pads from SS 5/16
Pay: $9.99, Receive $2.00 Extra Bucks
Final Price: $7.99

Reading Glasses, prices start $9.99
Buy 2, Receive $10 Extra Bucks, Limit 2
Pay: $19.98, Receive $10 Extra Bucks
Final Price: $4.99 each, when you buy 2

Alice In Wonderland DVD $19.99
Buy 1, Receive $3.00 Extra Bucks, Limit 5
Pay: $19.99, Receive $3.00 Extra Bucks
Final Price: $16.99

Walgreens in Garden City

I love the new Walgreens in Garden City so far.  I stopped in to see how coupon friendly they were and ended up meeting Denise.  She was resetting the pain medication section.  We talked for a few minutes and she told me they were getting ready to redo the whole store.  So what does that mean to you and why am I writing about it?  This is why...

Burn this image in your mind:

This is a tag that means the product is reduced to it's lowest price to get rid of it.  This means there is no room for this product anymore and you can get it at a steal.  Remember when Pantene changed their packaging and you found all kinds of shampoo on clearance?  Well they have TONS of it on clearance right now.  Just go in and look at the end of the aisles towards the back.  You'll find all kinds of clearance you can pair with coupons.  Shampoo, lotions, perfumes, oh my!

The deals were endless at this Walgreens.  So Denise says to come on by and come by often just to see what has a clearance tag on it.  Just walk in and scan for the orange tags since you have it memorized now.  This is the reason I carry my coupons with me all the time.  You never know what you'll find.  The manager was busy so I didn't get time to speak to him about their policies but everything ran smoothly.

Be sure to look up front for the current ad and the monthly instant value coupon book.  You must give the cashier the in-ad coupons so don't forget to have the ad.  Register Rewards are similar to ECBs but you cannot use a RR on the same product that gave you the RR and get more RRs.  If that confuses you then go here to find out how to work it at Walgreens.

Get Deals Quicker

If you've tried to get coupons at work but can't get to this page to get the links, I've got some exciting news!  Now when I post deals or alerts you can get them directly in your email inbox.  I thought this might help keep you up to date with current coupon deals in the Coastal Empire and Savannah area.

Have you ever clicked on a coupon link and ended up with the dreaded message "there are no coupons for this campaign"?  When manufacturers put out coupons they set a limit on the number of coupons they distribute.  When that number is reached the coupon is then pulled.  The link may still be circulating but the coupon will not print.  Does that mean you'll never get the coupon?

Sometimes the manufacturer will reset the coupon campaign and let you print again.  They will even make the coupons regional so if it's a coupons.com type coupon you may have to enter an different zip code.  I've found the amount saved is changed sometimes.  Here's is what happened to me this week.

I clicked a link and the coupon wouldn't print.  The print limit had been reached.  I waiting a couple of days and clicked the link again and the coupon printed!!  Yay for me right?  Well instead of getting the $5.00 off coupon I wanted I ended up with a $2.00 off 2 products.  Oh well, I missed out and that bites.  So to help you never miss a great deal I have hooked you up with a subscription link.  Look over to the right and you'll see it.  Just enter your email address and you'll always be in the know.

My regular weekly email will continue going to the Coastal Couponers out there.  If you would like to be included in the weekly news email you can leave a comment and I'll get you on the list.

Twenty Two Cents After Coupons!

You are looking at a picture of 8 Nivea Body Washes, 2 Gillette Body Wash/Shampoo for men, 2 CoverGirl cosmetic products and a bottle of Palmolive Degreaser Detergent.  3 of the Niveas had bonus products attached.  I got all of this for $0.22 after sales, coupons and Extra Care Bucks.

I did two transactions at two different CVS locations in Savannah and Garden City.  Here is how I did it and how I paired my coupons with sales and ECB's.

In the first transaction
2 Nivea Women Bonus Body Wash - 5.99 ea = $11.98
1 Nivea Mens Body Wash   - 4.99 ea             = $4.99
1 Nivea Mens Body Wash - 3.99 ea               =$3.99
2 Gillette Body Wash for men - 4.00 ea          = $8.00
1 Cvgrl  50% off was $6.99   pd - 3.49          = $3.49
1 Cvgrl 50% off was $6.99 pd   -3.49            =$3.49
Total purchases $35.94

Coupons Used
-$4.00 off $20.00 purchase I received in the mail
(2) -$4.00 off Nivea BW for Women = -$8.00
(2) -$3.00 off Nivea BW for Men = $6.00
BOGO Gillette Body Wash for Men  - Took off $4.00
BOGO Covergirl took off $3.49
Total coupons used = $25.49

Paid $10.45 plus tax = $12.69 and I got back Extra Care Bucks
$8.00 for the Gillette
$5.00 for the Nivea

Paid $12.69 and got back $13.00 thus making a profit of thirty one cents

The second transaction
2 Mens Nivea BW    $3.99ea   = $7.98
2 Womens Nivea BW $4.99 ea   = $9.98
1 Palm Oxy Pwr was $1.49 on sale for $0.99
Total Purchases =  $18.95

Coupons used
(2) -$4.00 off Nivea   = $8.00
(2) -$3.00 off Nivea   = $6.00
-.75 off Palmolive
Total Coupons = $14.75

Total Due $4.20 plus tax = $5.53 and I got back $5.00 Extra Care Bucks

Looking at the total out of pocket it would be $18.22 and I ended up getting back $18.00 in ECB's for a total spent of $0.22.

Now remember that the Gillette and Old Spice Body Wash is on sale this week for $4.00 at CVS and you get back $4.00 in ECB's so you are really getting this for free.  When you combine this with coupons you can make $4.00!  Currently there are several coupons you can use.  Here is a breakdown.

Old Spice or Gillette Body Wash 10-18oz $4 Get $4 ECB Limit 2 meaning you can only get the ECBs twice.

Here is a list of coupons you can use for the deal:

Old Spice Body Wash or Fresh Collection Anti-Perspirant/Deodorant (of equal or lesser value), FREE wyb any Old Spice Body Wash or Fresh Collection Anti-Perspirant/Deodorant (1.7 oz+) P&G 5/2

Gillette Body Wash BOGO P & G 5/2

Gillette Deodorant or Body Wash $4.00/2 P & G 5/2

Now here is how to maximize your money

Buy 2 washes use a BOGO or the $4/2 and pay $4.00 for 2
Buy 3 washes use a BOGO AND  $4/2 - The BOGO attaches to the free product and you pay $4.00 for 3
Buy 4 washes and use 2 BOGO AND 1 $4/2 thus giving you 4 bw for $4.00 for 4

These coupons came out in the May edition of the P&G BrandSaver in the Savannah Morning News.

Your best bet and something I didn't do because I was #1 in a hurry during my lunch break and #2 they only had 2 on the shelf, is to purchase 4 body washes and use the 3 coupons I indicated.  You will pay $4.00 and get back $8.00 so you've made a profit of $4.00.  This is when you would add to your stockpile.  If the shelves are empty you can always get a raincheck.  CVS rainchecks do not expire and you can order coupons from a clipping service to pair with the sale price you get.

I hope you understand all of this.  It's something you will learn over time so don't get frustrated.  You will eventually start looking at every single ad and concentrating on the items that give you something back.  Then you'll be able to search for coupons to go with the product so you can get the best deal and maximize your money!  Start with one store and master it first. 

I think that's enough for now. I will keep posting if you keep reading.  I enjoy the search for deals and helping others find the best prices in Savannah.  Why pay full price for something you don't have to?

Kroger 5/23

Boring!  That's exactly what Kroger is this week.  Come on!  I want a mega sale!!

We have our 10/$10 again.  I think these are my 2 favorite deals but you can find more here

Hormel Pepperoni 8 oz  10/$10
$0.35/1 dbls to $0.70  ss 5/2
Final price - .30 ea

Oscar Mayer Meat Franks 16 oz at $1.25 ea
Buy 4, Get 1 Free (makes it $1 ea)
-$1/2 Oscar Mayer Franks SS 5/16

Lay's Chips are $1.98 which is pretty good if your are brand loyal. 

Pepsi products are $0.84 ea wyb 4.  I've seen 2 liters as low as $0.79 so this isn't bad.

To me it seems that there are more Kroger brand products featured this week.  I really don't see too much I'd make a special trip for.  I'm waiting on Wednesday to get here.

We Use Coupons

I have to tell you that I'm happy to see SMN put a shopping section in their paper this Sunday.  It's a syndicated service from Utah with a local shopper but I guess it's pretty cool that it will be an addition every Sunday.   Now if they would only offer specials for people who purchase their paper JUST for the coupons. 

I have found an even better way to learn about coupons, living a frugal life and chat with people that have tons of knowledge when it comes to saving money.  You may have seen their button on the sidebar. 

We Use Coupons is the best site I've found when it comes to saving money.  There is a wealth of knowledge that cannot be found at any other site or service.  The creator of the original binder method of coupon organization even gives us bits of knowledge with her posts every day.  There are so many nice people that welcomed me when I joined and I've learned how to maximize my deals even more.

I like We Use Coupons because they promote ethical coupon usage.  If you aren't sure about a coupon and how to use it, just ask the forum.  They will give you an honest answer and help you use the coupon legally.  They do not encourage fraud, unlike some of the sites I visited.  They will even look at your deal and let you know if you can do better.  They have made me a better consumer overall.  I'm more understanding of my cashiers and store policies.

You all know that I have used coupons for years.  If you follow this blog you also know that I have never been one to stockpile.  We Use Coupons is teaching me the art of having a stockpile.  I admit that I will never have a TP tower like Foggy and I will probably never have cases to pick up at the store like Mr. Coupon but I can say that I'm not totally against the idea anymore.  I don't know...give me an awesome ad preview and high value coupon and I'll place special orders.  You'll have to visit the site to understand.

Check out We Use Coupons when you have time.  You will learn so much and meet some really nice people in the process.    

Food Lion Preview 5/26

There is a nice holiday sale coming this week at Food Lion starting Wednesday. Here are a few highlights from the ad but remember that ads can vary depending on where you are.

The KRAFT deal is listed and you’ll notice the coupons I sent to you will come in handy. That’s the benefit of being an email subscriber to my blog. You get early notice and coupon links!

Meats

Ball Park Meat or Beef Franks 16oz select BOGO (limit 2 free)
FL Jumbo Shrimp 16oz, 26/30 raw or cooked BOGO (everyday 9.99 - 14.99, limit 2 free)
Hebrew National Beef Franks 11-12oz BOGO limit 2 free (reg 5.59)

Grocery

Lay's Chips 10.5-12.5oz select BOGO limit 2 FREE
Quaker Cap'N Crunch Cereal 13-16oz select BOGO limit 2 free (reg 3.19)
Heinz Ketchup 32 or 36oz select BOGO (reg 2.89)
Sweet Baby Ray's Barbecue Sauce 16oz select BOGO (reg 2.39)
Ritz Crackers 12-16.5oz select BOGO limit 2 free (reg 3.79)
Kellogg's Fruit Snacks 9oz select BOGO limit 2 free (reg 2.79)

Dairy

PURCHASE ONE Breakstone's Sour Cream 16oz select @ 1.89 (everyday) AND RECEIVE ONE Russet Potato (0.99 everyday), microwaveable FREE

PURCHASE ONE NesQuik Chocolate Milk 56oz select @ 3.99 (everyday) AND RECEIVE ONE FL Toaster Pastries 8ct select (1.69 everyday) FREE

Other Offers

Free Hunt's Ketchup 35oz WYB:
Hebrew National Beef Franks 11-12oz BOGO limit 2 free (reg 5.59) AND
Gulden's Spicy Brown Mustard 12oz 2/$3 (reg 1.99)

Save $5 WYB 5 Participating Kraft Products Below in a Single Transaction (Mix & Match, Limit 1 reward per transaction)

Kraft Mayonnaise and Miracle Whip, 30oz select 2/$5 (everyday 3.69)
Maxwell House Coffee 31.5 - 34.5oz cans (decaf & colombian excluded) 6.79 (everyday 8.99)
A1 Steak Sauces 10oz select 2/$6 (everyday 3.19)
Kraft Homestyle Mac & Cheese 12.6oz select 2.79
Kraft American Singles 12oz select 2.29
Crystal Light Drink Mix 0.87-2oz select 2/$5
Oscar Mayer Beef Franks 16oz reg or bun length 4.12
Kraft Salad Dressings 16oz select 2/$4
Kraft Cheese 8oz select 2/$5
Country Time Lemonade 6 - 8 QT pre-sweetened 2/$4 (everyday 3.49)
Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Shaved Lunch Meats 7 - 9 oz select 2.99
Kraft Grated Parmesan Cheese 8oz 3.59
Cracker Barrel Cheese 7 - 10oz select 2/$7
Velveeta Cheese 16oz loaf select 3.99
Nabisco Oreo Treats 5 - 12oz cakesters, Fun Stix and Cremes 2/$5 (everyday 3.49)

Hopefully I'll get a few coupon matches up later!

Rite Aid 5/23

For a look at the ad starting tomorrow click here. (thanks hismom)
Be sure to visit the Rite Aid web site and view all the videos to get money off money coupons.
$5/$20
Look for the May Bonus Coupon too!  All you have to do is watch videos and print your coupons.
Make sure you sign up for Rite Aid Wellness and get discounts for your purchases.

Here are some In-Ad coupon specials

Coke 12 packs
In ad price 3 for $12
In ad coupons $1/3
Final cost 3 for $11

L’Oreal Prefrence Hair color
In ad price 2 for $17
Less in ad coupon $5/2
$3/1 Red Plum 05/16
Final Cost 2 for $6

Dr Scholls Massaging gel insoles or dr schools for her
In ad Price $9.99
In Ad Coupon $2/1
$2/1 Smart Source 05/02
Final Cost $5.99

Single Check Rebate Specials with Coupon Matchups
SCR is very easy to get online now.  Just sign up, enter your receipts, request your check.

Benefiber, ex-lax, or gas-x
In Ad Price $9.99
SCR $3
Benefiber $1/1 Smart Source 04/25
Gas X Smart source $2/1
Final Cost $4.99-$6.99

Lamisil
In Ad Price $7.99
SCR $3
$2/1 Smart Source 04/25
Final Cost $2.99

Always maxi pad (20-48ct), Pantiliners (60-80ct), Tampax 40 ct excludes Pearls
In Ad Price $6.99
SCR $2
$1/1 Always pads P&G 05/02
$1/1 Pantliners P&G 05/02
$1/1 Tampax P&G 05/02
Final cost $3.99

KY Yours & Mine
In ad price $14.99
SCR $3
Final cost $11.99

Poise, Depends or Priva Waterproof sheet protector
In Ad price $11.99
SCR $1
$1/1 Poise Smart Source 05/16
Final cost $9.99-$10.99

Johnson & Johnson
In Ad Price $14.99
SCR $5
$.75/1 Red Plum 05/16
Final Cost $9.24

Garden Lattice Resin Chair or side table
In Ad Price $7.99
SCR $2
Final Cost $5.99

39” Bahamas Resin Table Or folding chair
In Ad Price $29.99
SCR $5
Final Cost $24.99

Kingsford charcoal
In ad price $9.99
SCR $1
Final Cost $8.99

Cascade Automatic dishwashing detergent
In ad price $2.99
SCR $2
$1/1 Home made simple Home mailer
$.25/1 P&G 05/02
Final Cost free-$74

CFL Light bulbs
InAd Price 2 for $6
SCR $2 On 2
Final Cost 2 for $4

Tugaboos
In Ad Price $6.99
SCR $2
$1 Video value coupon
Final cost $4.99

Olay Microsculpting serum or cream
In Ad Price 2 for $44
SCR $20 on 2
Final Cost $24 for 2  
Here are some more discounts!!

-$3 off Olay Regenerist facial cleanser or moisturizer SS 5/16
-$5 off Olay Regenerist cleanser or moisturizer P&G Year of Saving booklet
-$1 off Olay Facial Moisturizer or Facial Cleanser, SS 5/16 (if included)
$20 Mail In Rebate for $50 in Olay Facial Products HERE
Free P&G $100 Coupon booklet wyb $50 in P&G products mail in Rebate

Noxema Razors $2.99
-$2 off Noxema Spa or Smooth 4 pk, or Bikini Shaver 3 pk RP 5/23 (makes it 99¢)

Dial or Coast Bar Soap, Dial Liquid Soap, Arrid Antiperspirant/Deodorant B1G1
-$1/3 Dial Multibar Packs, Liquid Hand Soaps Or Foaming Hand Washes, Any RP 3/07
Nature Made Great Mind B1G1 at $39.99
-$5 off Nature Made GreatMind June All You Magazine (makes it $14.99 ea)

Visine Eye Drops $4.99

-$2 off Visine in ad coupon
-$2 off Visine Product, RP 4/11 (makes it 99¢)
-$5/2 Zyrtec, Benadryl, Visine, etc RP 4/11

If you find an awesome deal let me know and I'll add it!  I think my favorite might be Cascade.

Here's a CVS Preview

Here is a list of upcoming deals at CVS.  The sale starts Sunday and we can use those Gillette coupons we got last Sunday and come out with money in our pocket.
In my opinion, next week seems to be a pretty good week for deals.  Food Lion even has some interesting things in store for us next week.

$4 ECB wyb Old Spice or Gillette Body Wash $4 FREE Limit 2 

$2 ECB wyb (2) Pantene 2/$6.97 Limit 1

3 ECB wyb $10 Unilever Products Limit 1
Ragu 3/$5
Lipton $2.49
Hellmans $2.99

$5 ECB wyb (2) American Express GC Limit 2
$10 ECB wyb Dinner &  Movie $50 GC Limit 2  - I've never seen these
$3 ECB wyb $10 any L'Oreal Cosmetics Limit 1
$2 ECB wyb $10 any Neutrogena Cosmetics Limit 1 Prices start at $3.49
$10 ECB wyb $20 Any Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Care Limit 1 Prices start at $5.99
$2 ECB wyb Olay or Olay Total Effects Body Wash $7 Limit 1
$5 ECB wyb $15 Nivea Body Wash, Lotion, Cream or Serum Limit 1
$10 ECB wyb Crest White Strips 3D  Limit 1 prices start around $31.99
$1 ECB wyb Crest or Oral B 3 D White TP $2.99 Limit 2
$5 ECB wyb Claritin $19.99 Limit 1
$2 ECB wyb CVS Omeprazole $7.99 Limit 1
$5 ECB wyb (2) Thermacare $5.99   (Limit 1 excludes 1 ct)
$5 ECB wyb Prevacid 24 Hr 42 ct $23.99 Limit 1
$5 ECB wyb Quick Trim $29.99 Limit 1
$2 ECB wyb Depends $10.99 Limit 5

Pepsi 2 liters will be $0.99 each and Coke 4-pk cans will be $0.99

There will be some good BOGO items too:
Lays Chips, Sobe and Gatorade
Arm & Hammer Laundry Detergent

Okay you gotta see the ad.  Huggies diapers will have "jean diapers" featured at CVS. 
I'll post coupon matchups later in the week.

Red Plum Preview 5/23/2010

Here's the preview for Sunday's inserts.  Remember that insert vary by region so we may not get all of these or our amounts may differ.  Print this out for a helpful index when planning your deals.  Just be sure to mark off the differences when you get your inserts.

Adams Spot On Flea  Tick products - $3.00/1
Advil - 20 ct or larger - $1.00/1
Advil PM - 16 ct or larger - $2.00/1
Angel Soft Bath Tissue - 6-Double Roll or larger - $0.50/1
Axe Shower Gel or Detailer Shower Tool - $0.75/1
Breyers Smooth & creamy Bars or Sandwiches - 6ct carton any variety - $1.00/2
Degree Men Adrenaline Series Anti-per spirant & Deodorant - $1.00/1
Degree Men or Women Anti-per spirant & deodorant or Body Mist - $0.50/1
Degree Women Natureffects 3oz Body Mist - $1.00/1
Dixie or Dixie Ultra paper Plates - $0.50/1
Folgers products - 7 oz or larger including Folgers Singles and Pods - $1.00/2
Hefty OneZip Bags - $0.55/2
Hellman’s product - 16.5 oz or larger - $0.25/1
Hungry Jack Pancake Mix or Syrup - $2.00/2
Kellogg’s Cereals - 10 oz or larger, any flavor, mix or match - $1.50/3
Knorr Rice & Pastas - $0.60/2
L’Oreal Excellence or Excellence to-Go Shade - $2.00/1
L’Oreal Telescopic Explosion Mascara or any L’Oreal cosmetic product - $1.00/1
Lawry’s Marinade - $0.50/1
Lawry’s Spice Blend - $0.50/1
Lever 2000 bar soap - 2 bar or 4 bar - $0.50/1
Lever 2000 bar soap - 6 bar or larger - $1.00/1
Lipton Tea Bags, Lipton To Go or any Iced Tea mix - $0.40/1
Met-Rx Big 100 Bars or Plus Bars - $2.00/2
Noxema Spa Shave 4 Blade Shaver 4 pack, Super Smooth Triple Blade Shaver 4 pack, Premium-Pivot Twin Blade 12 pack or Bikini Shaver 3 pack - $2.00/1
Pedigree Denastix for Dogs - B1G1 Pedigree Breathbuster treat
Pringles Light - 165g or larger or Fat Free - $0.50/2
Pringles Snack Stacks, Stix, Bold bites or To Go Bites - $0.50/1
Pringles Super Stack Cans - 180g or larger - $1.00/4
Promise - $0.55/1
Q-Tips - 170 ct or larger - $0.30/1
Ragu - 2 lb 13 oz Jar or larger - $0.60/1
Sara Lee Meat (at the service deli or 1 pkg of sliced meat in the deli dept) - $1.00 on 1lb
Shedd’s Spread Country Crock Spread - $0.30/1
Smart Balance Milks - carton - $1.50/1
Smucker’s Jam, Jelly, Preserves or Fruit Spread - $1.00/3
Starbucks Ice Cream - $1.00/1 pint
Starbucks new Coffee-Free Ice Cream - $1.50/1 pint
Suave Body Lotion - 18 oz or larger - $0.50/1
Suave Body Wash - $0.75/2
Suave Deodorant - $0.50/1
Suave for Men Hair Care Products - $0.50/1
Suave Professional Shampoo or Conditioner - $0.75/2
Suave Styling products - $0.50/2
Sun Detergents or Cuddle Soft Liquid Fabric Softeners - Excludes sheets - $1.00/2
Sun Liquid or Powder Laundry Detergent - 75 load or larger - $0.50/1
Sundown Naturals - $1.00/1
Temptations Natural Treats for Cat - $1.00/2
Temptations Treats for Cats - $1.00/2
Tums - 24 ct or larger - $1.00/2
Tums Dual Action - 24 ct or larger - $2.00/1
Vaseline Product - 3.1oz or larger except Renewal or Glow - $1.00/1
Vaseline Sheer Infusion Lotion - 6.8oz or 13.5oz - $2.00/1
Whiskas Dry Cat Food or Whiskas Multipack - $2.00/1
Whiskas Tray - B2G1
Wish-Bone or Wish-Bone Western Dressings - $1.50/2
Wisk Laundry Detergent - 32 oz or larger - $1.00/1

Thanks to MrC @ WUC

Price Check.....All Aisles

Since we live so close to Food Lion and Piggly Wiggly I've been shopping at both stores.  Well, that is until recently.  I have discovered that Food Lion has better prices and sales.  Pig prices are a little high for my taste.  When I look at the ads for the Pig it seems they are really focusing on their private labels.  Both stores are coupon friendly.  I never seem to find the little coupon booklets or tear pads and peelies that Food Lion shoppers talk about.  I don't know if our store doesn't get them or just doesn't put them out.  I think their prices are good compared to the Pig but I'm learning a little more about Publix.

Our town is getting a Publix this winter.  They broke ground on the shopping center a few months back and progress is really being made.  I wanted to see how they compared to Food Lion so I've started doing my own little test.  I've shopped Kroger, Food Lion, Piggly Wiggly and Publix.  Of course we have a Wal-Mart in our town but that doesn't mean I'm gonna go there.  No way!  You can't make me go there!  That's a whole new topic.  My test is only the above grocery stores. 

I have all the shopper loyalty cards for the grocery stores.  Publix doesn't do that whole card thing so I've been thinking they were the highest store.  Boy was I wrong!

Shopping at Piggly Wiggly isn't so bad.  I really like our store operator and the cashiers and staff are always very nice.  It's a little crowded but that's not a problem until "rush hour" when everyone is on their way home.  Greenbax are great and I'll go in to make sure I'm getting my Greenbax but I can't do the majority of my shopping there.  I'm looking for rock bottom prices.

Kroger is not too far from here and it's fairly new.  I saved quite a bit during the last mega event but that seems soooooo long ago.  Yes, I wish they would hurry and have another mega sale.  I find some deals here and there.  I just didn't see where it warranted the drive past Food Lion.  I'll still go to Kroger on occassion but I believe Publix is gonna be my store.

The Publix I am trying is one of 3 in the area.  Our store is one of 2 new ones they are building.  That will bring a total of 5 Publix stores in our area!  That's fine with me.  The store is very clean and the staff is friendly.  What I really love is their coupon policy.  In this economy you must earn my business and make me want to spend my hard earned money with you.  My hard earned money must go far if I'm going to be your customer.  I think Publix gets it!

My coupons are doubled and competitor coupons are accepted.  I can get rainchecks with a smile instead of a sigh of disdain.  I'm asked if I need help getting my bags to the car.  The cashiers offer helpful information about their coupon policy and do everything to make sure my experience is a good experience.  I had one cashier remind me that they accept coupons from Kroger.  I told her I was trying Publix before they got to our little city and she was trying to sell me on her store.  I like that.

Publix will let me use their store coupon with a manufacturer's coupon.  That pleases me.  Publix will gladly provide me with store coupons to use.  Yes, my Food Lion manager is very nice but that doesn't change the fact that we have been stopped from using FLIPs with manufacturer coupons.  FLIPs are Food Lion internet printables you get when you sign up for their newsletter.  One of the managers at Food Lion isn't so coupon friendly.  She says the prices are already low and almost acts as if the coupon is taking money out of her pocket.  I didn't argue with her but I did look at the actual savings from Food Lion compared to Publix.

I have gotten much more for my money at Publix than I have anywhere else.  I can't wait until ours is finished and open.  Maybe some of the nice people from the store I'm shopping at now will come here and train the employees in customer satisfaction.  One can only hope.

All You June Edition

My All You magazine came today!! This is an awesome magazine full of coupons. This month there are $102.61 worth of coupons in the issue. And the recipes are wonderful, easy and cheap. All You is found at Wal-Mart for around $1.99 but it's well worth it. I think it was only $1.84 but I can't remember. You can also subscribe like I do.

They have their annual grocery challenge starting up again too. The challenge is to spend $25 or less per family member per week for 4 weeks.

Here is a list of the coupons in the subscription version. They may be different in the shelf edition.

-$3/1 neutrogena cosmetics ex 7/2/10
-$1/1 dove men+care ex 7/21/10 DND barcode begins with a 5
-.50/1 14 oz package country time candy ex 7/31/10 DND barcode begins with a 5
-.75/1 colgate max fresh or maxwhite toothpaste 4.0 or larget ex 7/21/10
-buy 1 insta dri fast dry nail color get $2 off any sally hansen nail treatment ex 6/30/10
- BOGO Nivea bodywash for women ex 7/31/10
- BOGO nivea lip care ex 7/31/10
-$1/1 NYC color product 1.72 or more ex 6/30/10
-$1/1 sea breeze product ex 6/30/10
-$1/1 colgate proclinical 4.0 toothpaste ex 7/31/10
-.75/1 kashi frozen entree or pizza ex 8/31/10 DND barcode begins with a 5
-$1/1 truvia ex 9/30/10 DND barcode begins with a 5
-$2/1 14ct or larger Zegrid ex 7/30/10
-$5/1 nature made GreatMind ex 7/31/10
-$1/1 any Bonine product ex 9/30/10
-$3/1 phillips colon health probiotic + fiber product
-$2/1 zicam extreme congestion, intense sinus, or allergy relief ex 3/11/11
-$1/1 white cloud or white cloud greenearth paper towels or bathroom tissue ex -/31/10 DND barcode begins ith a 5
-1/1 18ct or larger playtex gentle glide tampons ex 9/30/10 DND barcode begins with a 5
$2/1 miralax 10ct or larget ex 7/31/10
.75/1 colgate 360 toothbrush ex 7/31/10
.75/1 hormel refrigerated entree ex 7/4/10
.75/1 teax toast tortilla strips ex 8/31/10
.50/1 texas toast croutons ex 8/31/10
.55/1 Vlasic pickles, relish, or peppers any size ex 8/31/10
.75/2 crystal light candy ex 8/31/10 DND barcode begins with a 5
1 day sam's club pass 10% surcharge for any purchases ex 7/4/10
-1/1 contessa microsteam or on the stove meals ex 8/31/10 DND or triple barcode begins with a 5
-$1/1 any smithfield marinated product ex 08/14/10
.50/1 mezzette or napa valley bistro products ex 12/31/10 DND barcode begins with a 9
-3/1 carvel ice cream cake 29 fl oz or larger ex 8/31/10
$1/1 brut fragrance or anti-perspirant ex 6/30/10
$10/1 philips norelco actitecm speed xl 8200 series, or nivea for men razor ex 7/31/10
$5/1 philips norelco replacement head ex 7/31/10
.75/1 blue bunny novelty or packaged ice cream ex 8/31/10
$3/6 weight watchers smart ones frozen products ex 7/31/10
$10/1 on philips sonicare for kids product ex 7/31/10
$2/1 any spot shot product ex 8/31/10
$1/2 combos snacks ex 8/31/10
$1/2 spring limited edition glade plug in scented oil refills ex 7/31/10
.35/1 banquet fruit pie ex 7/11/10 DND barcode begins with a 9
$1/1 reddi-wip 6.5oz or larger ex 7/11/10 DND barcode begins with a 9
$1/1 lays kettle cooked potatoe chip 8 1/2 ounce size ex 6/12/10
$1/3 taco bell products ex 7/31/10
$1/1 2000 flushes bowl cleaner ex 8/31/10
$1/1 osteo flex liquid joint aid 6 pack ex 7/31/10
$4/1 osteo flex caplets, softgels or powder ex 7/31/10
$1.50//1 chefs request 50oz bacon wrapped chopped steak ex 9/30/10
$1/2 davids seeds original 14.5 oz or 16oz bags ex 8/18/10 DND barcode begins with a 9


Leigh

Chugal

Being frugal comes easy when you're working towards a goal doesn't it? I like to consider myself partly frugal with a chance of cheap. Cheap + Frugal = Chugal right??

So I told you I would post the recipe for laundry detergent. Here is how to make your own:

1 Box Borax
1 Box Washing Soda  - I found Arm & Hammer Super Washing Soda at Kroger
1 Bar finely graded soap like Zote from Save A Lot or Fels-Naptha (Kroger again) or Ivory (for sensitive skin)

Mix well.  You want the bar soap to kind of disappear into the powder. You will only use about 2-3 tablespoons for each load. Heavily soiled clothes may require 4 tablespoons.  I like the scent of Fels Naptha.   If you want a different scent you can always check out the soap making aisle at Michaels and get essential oils and don't forget to use a 40% off coupon. Only a few drops should be used.

Detergent companies are the ones who have made us believe that something is clean if it smells good. Well I can say with confidence that just because something smells nice doesn't mean it's clean. Vinegar is a good odor killer as is baking soda. For strong odors use 1/4 cup of baking soda.  Baking soda is a great softener too. For greasy stains you can pretreat with Dawn.
You won't get a ton of suds but your clothes will be clean.  You can use this in high efficiency machines since it's low on suds.

Making your own detergent is very cost effective. You can get around 350-400 loads for under $7.00. That's a couple of pennies per load.

There is a liquid version of this floating around out there too but I don't have a 5 gallon bucket to store the stuff in.

Tide will be on sale starting Sunday at CVS. Even with a coupon it's still expensive compared to 350 loads for $7.00.

Easy come - Easy go

Wow this blogging thing isn't that easy. I'm not a computer person so it takes a little time to figure things out.

I did get this neat new blog theme and learn how to change my page. However, I'll warn you there are certain things you will lose when you change things. I lost a whole bunch of widgets and screwed up my posts but that's okay. If you are reading this, you know how I am.

So I'm planning a big shop this weekend. I need to do some freezer cooking and I'd like to try out the homemade laundry detergent that everyone is talking about. I'll post the recipe for you. The reviews from people who used Tide are fabulous. They rave about it. It sounds pretty wonderful to me. You can get gallons of soap for much less than the price of Tide and it works great. We'll see.

So I'll be working on the blog a little to get it back up and running and I hope you'll hang in there. I'll be posting pictures of my coupon organization system for you too. That in itself is worth the wait.

So off to search for great deals here in the Coastal Empire! It feels good to be back.