Walgreens has released a $5 off $25 purchase coupon. This time it's good for 2 days - Monday, December 1st and Tuesday, December 2nd! You can get yours here. Remember to print two if you have a CVS nearby that accepts competitor coupons.
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Walgreens $5 off $25 Coupon - Good 12/1/08 and 12/2/08
Walgreens has released a $5 off $25 purchase coupon. This time it's good for 2 days - Monday, December 1st and Tuesday, December 2nd! You can get yours here. Remember to print two if you have a CVS nearby that accepts competitor coupons.Super Double Coupons @ KMart - November 30th - December 6th
K-Mart is having a Super Double Manufacturer's Coupon Sale, Sunday, November 30th - Saturday, December 6, 2008. Doubling coupons up to and including $2 value. This was on the bottom of this week's sales ad. I would suggest calling your store and asking if they are participating before going or check the ad online for the store in your area. There is a limit of 75 coupons per day.
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Free Slice of Pie at Bob Evans - Good through 11/30/08
Are you headed to Bob Evan's for dinner tonight or tomorrow? You can print a coupon here for a FREE piece of pie. Choose one of the following: Pumpkin, Pecan, Apple Dumpling, Coconut Cream, French Silk, or Country Apple Pie.
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Jiffy Lube Savings Book
Visit Jiffy Lube for a Signature Service Oil Change and receive a Jiffy Lube Savings book. The coupon book has 17 pages of over $150 in money saving coupons.
Click here to get your $5 coupon off Signature Service Oil Change.
Recipe: Sweet Potato Casserole
I like to keep cooking as simple as possible, especially when I'm cooking a bunch of food. Here's my sweet potato casserole recipe that I will be serving today and tomorrow.
- 2 lg cans cut sweet potatoes, drained
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 tbsp pure maple syrup
- Chopped pecans
- Miniature marshmallows
- Additional maple syrup (optional)
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Place drained sweet potatoes in bowl.
- Cover and heat in microwave for 5-8 minutes.
- Remove from microwave and drain any liquid. Transfer to a 2-qt or 8x8 dish.
- Add syrup and butter (salt is optional). Mix well.
- Sprinkle with pecans (additional syrup is optional) then top with marshmallows.
- Bake until marshmallows are melted (usually less than 10 minutes).
Rite Aid - Black Friday & Weekend - Free After Rebate & Other deals - 11/28/08 - 11/30/08
One Day Only 11/28/08:
Fructis Shampoo or Conditioner 13 oz. $2.99
-$1.00/1 11-9-08 V
-$2.99 SCR (LIMIT 1)
Final Price: FREE + $1.00 profit
All weekend:
Garnier Nutritioniste Eye Roller $9.99
-$1.00/1 11-9-08 V
-$5 SCR (LIMIT 1)
Final Price: $3.99
Maybelline Colossal Mascara $4.99
-$1.00/1 10-26-08 RP
-$4.99 SCR (LIMIT 1)
Final Price: FREE + $1.00 profit
Maybelline Creme Lipstick $4.99
-$4.99 SCR (LIMIT 1)
Final Price: FREE
Maybelline Salon & Express Finish Nail ColorNail Enamel $2.99
-$2.99 SCR (LIMIT 1)
Final Price: FREE
Crest Premium Whitestrips, 28 Ct or Whitestrips Holiday Pack $19.99
-$5/1 11-2-08 P&G
-$5 SCR (LIMIT 1)
Final Price: $9.99
Holiday Wrapping Paper - $.77
Shop at Rite Aid for Gift of Savings between 11/16/08 - 12/24/08, and you can earn cash back on almost ANY purchase (limit 1)! Click here for more details.
- Spend $25-$50, get $5 cash back
- Spend $51-$99, get $10 cash back
- Spend $100 or more, get $20 cash back
Sign up for MyRiteAid and get a $5/$25 coupon.
See the other Rite Aid deals for this week here.Happy Thanksgiving!
I will be away on today, as I will be spending it with my family. Happy Thanksgiving to you!
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Send a Free Thanksgiving eCard
Can't make to see friends or family on Thanksgiving? Send them a free Thanksgiving eCard!
Another Freebie From Oprah
Photo from Oprah.comRecipe: Pizza Dip
This dip could actually be used as an appetizer or light dinner.
- 6 oz light cream cheese
- ½ cup light sour cream
- 1 tsp oregano
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup diced red peppers
- ¼ cup diced green peppers
- ¼ cup diced green onions
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Spread cream cheese mixture into a pie plate.
- Top with pizza sauce, Mozzarella cheese, peppers, and onions. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
- Serve with whole wheat crackers.
Want To Go Shopping on Thanksgiving?
Want to get a jump start on a long weekend of shopping deals? Start shopping Thanksgiving Day! Here's a few of stores that have online and/or in-store sales.
KMart - 7am-9pm
A few items:
Hasbro Board Games BOGO
3pk Playstation 2 Games $9.99
Woman's Holiday Socks $1
60% off Joe Boxer Boys' and Girls' 4-pc Cotton Pajama Sets
Tabletop Games $24.99
Pepsi 2-liters $.79
Element 1GB Stick MP3 Player $9.99
Big Lots - 7am - 8pm
A few items:
5 shelf bookcase $22
Cadillac Escalade Ride-on $25
20 Questions Electronic Game $5
Bratz 9" Holiday Fashion Doll $5
Also, you will receive a $10 Big Lots Bucks Coupon to be used Sunday, November 30 - December 13.
Meijer - 6am - midnight
A few items:
Sylvania 32" LCD HDTV $399.99
50% off Select Video Games
Christmas Gift Wrap by Filcas $.59
Webkinz $8.99
Apple 8GB iPod Nano $149.99 -- Free $50 Gift Card by Mail
Select Children's Games - $4
Select Blu-Ray Movies - $9.99
Dollar General - 7am - ?
A few items:
Emerson 1GB MP3 Player $12
Mens Wrangler Jeans $8
Skate Shoes $10
First 50 customers will receive a free reusable shopping bag.
Walgreens 9am-6pm
A few items:
50% off $9.99 toys
$1.99 Walgreen Brand Batteries (8pk AA or AAA, 4 pk C or D, or 2 pk 9 volt )
Sears - Black Friday prices start online Thanksgiving Day
KB Toys - Turkey-rific Specials - 60% off
Toys R Us & Babies R Us - Cyber deals on Thursday
KMart - 7am-9pm
A few items:
Hasbro Board Games BOGO
3pk Playstation 2 Games $9.99
Woman's Holiday Socks $1
60% off Joe Boxer Boys' and Girls' 4-pc Cotton Pajama Sets
Tabletop Games $24.99
Pepsi 2-liters $.79
Element 1GB Stick MP3 Player $9.99
Big Lots - 7am - 8pm
A few items:
5 shelf bookcase $22
Cadillac Escalade Ride-on $25
20 Questions Electronic Game $5
Bratz 9" Holiday Fashion Doll $5
Also, you will receive a $10 Big Lots Bucks Coupon to be used Sunday, November 30 - December 13.
Meijer - 6am - midnight
A few items:
Sylvania 32" LCD HDTV $399.99
50% off Select Video Games
Christmas Gift Wrap by Filcas $.59
Webkinz $8.99
Apple 8GB iPod Nano $149.99 -- Free $50 Gift Card by Mail
Select Children's Games - $4
Select Blu-Ray Movies - $9.99
Dollar General - 7am - ?
A few items:
Emerson 1GB MP3 Player $12
Mens Wrangler Jeans $8
Skate Shoes $10
First 50 customers will receive a free reusable shopping bag.
Walgreens 9am-6pm
A few items:
50% off $9.99 toys
$1.99 Walgreen Brand Batteries (8pk AA or AAA, 4 pk C or D, or 2 pk 9 volt )
Sears - Black Friday prices start online Thanksgiving Day
KB Toys - Turkey-rific Specials - 60% off
Toys R Us & Babies R Us - Cyber deals on Thursday
A Few Freebies
Free Crest Hairband (must be a Vocal Point Member - not a member? Join today.) This is great for putting your make up on in the morning.
Free Lipstock Chapstock sample.
Free Caterpillar Bull Dozer poster (my lil' one was excited about this one)
Free Heinz pickle or ketchup pin
Free mp3s from Toyota
Free Fruit Roll Up
Free NicoDerm CQ sample & $7 coupon
Free Quality Health samples
Free Lipstock Chapstock sample.
Free Caterpillar Bull Dozer poster (my lil' one was excited about this one)
Free Heinz pickle or ketchup pin
Free mp3s from Toyota
Free Fruit Roll Up
Free NicoDerm CQ sample & $7 coupon
Free Quality Health samples
Talk About It Tuesday - Preparing to Look for a Job
I'm a little late getting this post out here. I had a super busy day yesterday but that's what I'm going to talk about today.
As part of my "package" from work, I was given the opportunity to meet with a placement counselor. The counselor would assist me in my job search, revamp my resume, and train me on interviewing. Since I had been working for the same company for many years and only interviewed with two people that I had previously worked for, I knew I needed to jump on this opportunity. Plus the job market in this area isn't the best...we've had some big hits lately. The best part - the counselor works with me until I find a job whether that be 2 weeks, 4 months, or 3 years!
To start the process off, I had to fill out a 30 page document about my work history, references, schooling and general questions. I also provided them with a copy of my resume.
The second meeting was all about me! Sounds good, huh? Not for me, I don't like to be the "star". However, it wasn't that hard. I had to list 15 sparkling words, write a summary about myself, list job titles I would like to hold, and then describe my ideal job.
Yesterday we met again. This was an information packed day. I started off writing down everyone I knew. My thought - "Hello, how long are we going to be here today?" I just asked for a few more sheets of paper and got to work. After that I had to tell, who I have let know that I was looking for a job and companies I have contacted. My thought again - "Hello, how long are we going to be here today?" I tell everyone! I really believe in networking - from the guy at the coffee shop to the nurse at the pediatrician to the soccer moms that were at away games. (There was a good article in Business Week a few weeks back that mentioned not yelling at the referee that's at your child's game - you never know where he might come in during your job search, he could be the one interviewing you.) I found out that hidden jobs make up for 80% of the job market. Networking helps to find these jobs. Then it was time for the mock interview. The first question stumped me - "Tell me about yourself." I almost replied, "Well, tell me what you want to know." But I got through it and finished the interview. I found that the exercise we did the week before were the answers to each question she asked except for those about the company and why I left. We went through do's and don'ts as well as the "better" answers to the questions. It will make my next interview a lot easier (yes, I am determined to get an interview). Before leaving, I did get to glance at my "new" resume. WOW - it looked nice! It sure made my old one look bad.
Now they will send out my resume and cover letter on my behalf. The only ads they will not answer are those that need to be emailed versus mailed. They will send me an email and all I will have to do is send it from my email. Pretty simple...hopefully finding a job will be that simple! =)
Sorry for the long post...I wanted to get an updated out here.
To see what others are talking about, visit Lazy Organizer's Talk About Tuesday.
As part of my "package" from work, I was given the opportunity to meet with a placement counselor. The counselor would assist me in my job search, revamp my resume, and train me on interviewing. Since I had been working for the same company for many years and only interviewed with two people that I had previously worked for, I knew I needed to jump on this opportunity. Plus the job market in this area isn't the best...we've had some big hits lately. The best part - the counselor works with me until I find a job whether that be 2 weeks, 4 months, or 3 years!
To start the process off, I had to fill out a 30 page document about my work history, references, schooling and general questions. I also provided them with a copy of my resume.
The second meeting was all about me! Sounds good, huh? Not for me, I don't like to be the "star". However, it wasn't that hard. I had to list 15 sparkling words, write a summary about myself, list job titles I would like to hold, and then describe my ideal job.
Yesterday we met again. This was an information packed day. I started off writing down everyone I knew. My thought - "Hello, how long are we going to be here today?" I just asked for a few more sheets of paper and got to work. After that I had to tell, who I have let know that I was looking for a job and companies I have contacted. My thought again - "Hello, how long are we going to be here today?" I tell everyone! I really believe in networking - from the guy at the coffee shop to the nurse at the pediatrician to the soccer moms that were at away games. (There was a good article in Business Week a few weeks back that mentioned not yelling at the referee that's at your child's game - you never know where he might come in during your job search, he could be the one interviewing you.) I found out that hidden jobs make up for 80% of the job market. Networking helps to find these jobs. Then it was time for the mock interview. The first question stumped me - "Tell me about yourself." I almost replied, "Well, tell me what you want to know." But I got through it and finished the interview. I found that the exercise we did the week before were the answers to each question she asked except for those about the company and why I left. We went through do's and don'ts as well as the "better" answers to the questions. It will make my next interview a lot easier (yes, I am determined to get an interview). Before leaving, I did get to glance at my "new" resume. WOW - it looked nice! It sure made my old one look bad.
Now they will send out my resume and cover letter on my behalf. The only ads they will not answer are those that need to be emailed versus mailed. They will send me an email and all I will have to do is send it from my email. Pretty simple...hopefully finding a job will be that simple! =)
Sorry for the long post...I wanted to get an updated out here.
To see what others are talking about, visit Lazy Organizer's Talk About Tuesday.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
IKEA - Sieze the Day Sale and FREE Breakfast - November 28th - November 30th
IKEA is having three day sale offers with free breakfast valid Friday, November 28th - Sunday, November 30th, 2008 only until 10:30. One small breakfast (99 cents) and one cup of coffee (99 cents) is included in the free breakfast. NOTE: The ad I received in the mail listed breakfast for free Friday only (West Chester, OH location); however, the online ad has all three days listed.
Sale offer for Friday - Sunday:
MALOU full/queen duvet cover set $39.99
MALM 3-drawer chest $79.99
MALM 4-drawer chest $99.99
HEMNES bedside table $79.99
ALVINE FLOR full/queen duvet cover set $39.99
Friday only:
MALM Queen Bed Frame, all finishes $99
Saturday only:
MALA Easel $9.99
Sunday only:
MYSA VETE Down Comforter $49.99
Click here for more information.
Tackle It Tuesday - Entertaiment Center
A couple weeks ago I updated our family room but didn't really do anything as far as the furniture that went into the room. I put back the "old" stuff. We didn't really have an entertainment center. 
We just had a "tv holder"...it was junk (yep, missing the glass doors and all). Check out all the cords - not a pleasant sight. I had purchased an entertainment center a while back. Since we have guests coming to our house for Thanksgiving dinner on Friday (and my fiance was out of town again), I thought it would be a great time to get it together. 
It sure makes the room look a lot better and more inviting. I hope to get our tree up in our living room by Friday evening so I can move the small couch out into the family room for additional seating. To see what others tackled, visit 5 Minutes for Mom's Tackle It Tuesday.
Toys R Us 2 Day Half Off Sale - November 25 & 26
Toys R Us is having another 2 day Half Off sale. The doors open Tuesday @ 8am and 7am on Wednesday. Click here to see the ad.
Here are a few of the items :
Twin Tek 10 Suction Dart Blast $9.99
Preschool Scooters $19.99
Pokemon Final Battle Playset $24.99
Fast Lane Morphing Missile Launcher R/C $22.49
PlaySkool Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head $3.99 each
Imaginarium Paint & Color Starter Kit $9.99
Crayola Sakar Digital Camera $34.99
DXG Technology 5MP Camcorder $89.99
Napoleon Dynamite for Nintendo DS $4.99
George of the Jungle for Nintendo DS $4.99
DVD Games (Hannah Montana and High School Musical shown) $14.99
40% off Totally Me! Cosmetic and Bath & Body items
Nintendo DS Guitar Hero on Tour Special Edition Bundle $179.99
There are other items that will be on sale both days. All items show as limited quantities and rain checks are not available.
Monday, November 24, 2008
Walmart Is Price Matching Black Friday Deals!
Good news for those of you planning on shopping Walmart's Black Friday sale - they will be price matching other Black Friday deals. Be sure to bring your ads for the stores that you want to price match. Walmart stores open at 5:00AM. Their ad can be found here. Happy Shopping!
Aeropostale - 50% off Everything In-store and Online
Aeropostale has 50% off everything (except fragrance and stuffed animals) for their Holiday Sale today. This sale is online and in-stores. However, you may find that if you shopped with the Friends & Family, you're prices were cheaper. At least, that's what I'm finding with the items I purchased online.
Depending on your purchase, you might also be able to take advantage this promo code: 5CREDIT - takes off $5 off $25 or more purchase. There is free shipping on orders over $75 - comes off automatically.
Menu Plan Monday - 11/24/2008
The past weeks I didn't get around to posting my Menu Plan but I did make them and followed them. This week is pretty boring as far as food choices. Since we will be cooking Thanksgiving Dinner at our house on Friday, we are going to take it easy the rest of the week. I'll post some of the recipes that I will be using on Friday for our dinner - Buttermilk mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, and pumpkin pie cups.
I got a new pressure cooker last year for Christmas. I haven't really used it too much since I've been out of work. I'm going to be putting that to use over the next couple of weeks...save on cooking time! Do you have a pressure cooker? Any good recipes?
Here’s my plan for this week…
Monday: Coney dogs, pasta salad and chips
Tuesday: Tequila Lime Pork Spareribs (in pressure cooker), mashed potatoes, corn, peaches
Friday: Thanksgiving Dinner @ our house
Saturday: Southwestern Casserole (from freezer)
Sunday: Thanksgiving leftovers
Free Redbox Code for 11/24/08
Rent a free movie from your local Redbox kiosk using code: 2MNC92. This code is good for today only. Using the code is very easy. We've been renting them for a couple weeks now...the kids love it. We also used a few of the free codes found at Inside Redbox. Here are the steps to follow:
- On the first screen, select “Rent with Promo”.
- You will be prompted to enter the code; enter the code.
- Choose your movie.
- Swipe your credit card (or debit card).
- This is just in case you do not return the movie on time (by 9pm the next day). You will be charged $1 per day up to $25, if the movie isn’t returned.
- You will be prompted to enter your zip code and email address.
You can use the code multiple times; however, you need to use a different debit or credit card.
Returning the movie is even easier. You can return the movie to any Redbox. It doesn’t have to be the one you rented it from.
Here are the steps to return a movie:
- On the first screen, select “Return a Movie”.
- When prompted, slide the movie in the slot.
That’s it!
FREE Dr. Pepper Offer Extended until 6:00pm EST Today!
For those of you that were unable to get your FREE Dr. Pepper coupon yesterday, the offer was extended! Visit Dr.Pepper's website today by 6:00pm EST to get it.
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Rite Aid - Free After Rebate & Other Deals - Week of 11/23/08
Here's the deals that I saw at Rite Aid this week. You can see the full ad here.
GE Grounded Power Strip $5.00
- $5 SCR*
Final Price: Free
*This is the same rebate as earlier this month, so if you have already done it, you cannot do it again.
Philips Universal Remote $4.99
- $4.99 SCR
Final Price: FREE
Ice Breakers $.99
-$1/2 9-7-08 SS
Final Price: $.49 each
Altoids $.99
-$1.00 peelie
Final Price: $.01 overage
Lindt Chocolate Bars (excludes Lindt Creation Bars) $1.50
-$1/1 10-5-08 SS
Final Price: $.50 each
GE Extension Cords 40′ Green outdoor or 25′ Orange indoor – No Sale/Regular Price
-$4 SCR
Final Price: varies
Duracell Coppertop Batteries $5.99
Buy $20 worth and get a $10 SCR
-$.75 10-26-08 RP
Final Price: varies (purchase 3 - $5.99 packages then look for a single or smaller package getting as close to $20 as possible)
Shop at Rite Aid for Gift of Savings between 11/16/08 - 12/24/08, and you can earn cash back on almost ANY purchase (limit 1)! Click here for more details.
- Spend $25-$50, get $5 cash back
- Spend $51-$99, get $10 cash back
- Spend $100 or more, get $20 cash back
Sign up for MyRiteAid and get a $5/$25 coupon.
Earn Money/Rewards with Partnership Plus
Partnership-plus is a survey program that you can earn free money or other rewards for doing one review a month about the clothes you bought (or received) the previous month. The information is used by clothing manufacturers and stores to study the kinds of clothes people buy and receive.
It’s simple! At the beginning of each month, they will invite you to their website to tell them about the clothing you got the month before. You earn 200 points per survey. If you complete the survey within the first 5 days, you can earn an extra 50 points. Your points quickly add up allowing you to turn your points into cash or other rewards.
Click here to find out more and to sign up. It’s not going to make you rich but it’s an easy way to make money!
Are you a member of Partnership-Plus? If so, have you earned any money/rewards? If you don't mind sharing, how much or what rewards? How long have you been a participant?
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Sears Super Saturday Sale - November 22, 2008
Sears is having a one day Super Saturday sale today (November 22, 2008). Doorbusters are from 7am-noon. See all deals here. You will find that there are some online one sale items too.
A few doorbusters:
60% off Outerwear & Sweaters for the family
Extra 15% off all Fine Jewelry. Already 40-70% off!
Saddle 5 pc Pub Set $149.99
NordicTrack Audiostrider 990 Elliptical $899.99
All day deals:
All Fitness Equipment
All Bedding, Towel, and Luggage
All Tires
All Christmas Shop
50% off select Craftsman tools ($10 Craftsman gift card with $75 Craftsman tool purchase)
50% off Shoes for the family 50% off all Gold jewelry
60% off woman's clothing
50% off men's, kid's and baby clothing
In addition, you can make your purchase through Ebates to earn 4% back on your purchase, 4% back if you shop through Upromise, or 4% through Mr. Rebate.
My Shopping Trips - Week of 11/16/2008
No big grocery trip for me this week. I did make a run to Meijer at the start of the week for some more steamers and salad dressing (or health kick we started). I picked up a few other things while I was there. I made a stop at Walgreens and CVS as well.
I was so proud of my fiance on Sunday. He had bought some Champion Men's Sweatshirts on Saturday at regular price $16.99. They went on sale for $12.99 on Sunday. I told him to stop by the service desk with his receipt and get the difference back. He looked at me funny. He's not one to do that kind of thing. (Yes Houston, we have a problem but I'm working on it.) When he got home, I asked him about it. He said he got $21.xx back and even used coupons to pick up some soup. I was SOOOOO proud! He was shocked at the amount of money he got back - almost enough to buy 2 more sweatshirts! So, be sure to keep your receipts and watch for the item to go on sale the following week or 2 weeks for some stores.
Meijer
We really didn't need the toilet paper but for $2.14 for a 6 mega roll package (on sale for $3.14 used $1.00 Meijer Mealbox coupon) - it wasn't a bad deal. We already had a pretty big stockpile from a few weeks back.
Total OOP: $14.41 - - saved 71% plus I'll get $2.98 back on the Try Me Hillshire Farms Hearty Slices rebate.
CVS
I did the battery deal once for myself and twice for my mother. She used to be a coupon clipper but hasn't done it since I was a youngin'. She didn't coupon anywhere near the way I do. She was really impressed that she could get all the batteries in the second pictures for $7.04.
Transaction 1:
I had 2 - $.75 cent coupons for the Skippy and 3 - $.75 cent coupons for the batteries.
Total OOP: $6.72 -- received $15 ECB
Transaction 2 & 3:
These transactions were done back to back. I used the ECBs from transaction 1 into transaction 2 with 3 - $.75 coupons. One of the packages had a $.50 coupon on it and the cashier took that off too. Then I rolled the ECB from transaction 2 into transaction 3 with 3 - $.75 coupons.
Total OOP: $7.04 -- received $15 ECB for each transaction
Walgreens
Transaction 1:
We are hosting a Thanksgiving dinner at our house the day after Thanksgiving so I picked a few 2-liters. I used a $.60 and $.40 coupon on the Skippy. Yes - more peanut butter (my son takes it for lunch everyday). I had a coupon for the 2-liters that I got from CVS - Buy 4 save $1...I used the Walgreens in-ad coupon to get one free when I bought 4. The string cheese was for the kiddo - it was cheaper than what he really wanted! =)
Total OOP: $8.44
Transaction 2:
I read over at Coupon Cravings about a deal on the Hershey's Special Dark but it didn't work for me. I tried! I handed the lady my manufacturer's coupons first and she pulled out her ad to scan the in-ad candy bar coupon. I was still able to get 6 candy bars for $1.17.
Total OOP: $5.95 -- I'll get $2.20 Easy Saver rebate back on the Scotch tape (10% bonus for putting in on my Walgreens gift card).
This week's totals:
Total before coupons/sales: $146.48
Total OOP (minus mom's batteries - she paid me for them): $35.52
Rebate amount: $5.15
Total Savings = 79%!!
I was so proud of my fiance on Sunday. He had bought some Champion Men's Sweatshirts on Saturday at regular price $16.99. They went on sale for $12.99 on Sunday. I told him to stop by the service desk with his receipt and get the difference back. He looked at me funny. He's not one to do that kind of thing. (Yes Houston, we have a problem but I'm working on it.) When he got home, I asked him about it. He said he got $21.xx back and even used coupons to pick up some soup. I was SOOOOO proud! He was shocked at the amount of money he got back - almost enough to buy 2 more sweatshirts! So, be sure to keep your receipts and watch for the item to go on sale the following week or 2 weeks for some stores.
Meijer
We really didn't need the toilet paper but for $2.14 for a 6 mega roll package (on sale for $3.14 used $1.00 Meijer Mealbox coupon) - it wasn't a bad deal. We already had a pretty big stockpile from a few weeks back.
Total OOP: $14.41 - - saved 71% plus I'll get $2.98 back on the Try Me Hillshire Farms Hearty Slices rebate.CVS
I did the battery deal once for myself and twice for my mother. She used to be a coupon clipper but hasn't done it since I was a youngin'. She didn't coupon anywhere near the way I do. She was really impressed that she could get all the batteries in the second pictures for $7.04.
Transaction 1:
I had 2 - $.75 cent coupons for the Skippy and 3 - $.75 cent coupons for the batteries.
Total OOP: $6.72 -- received $15 ECBTransaction 2 & 3:
These transactions were done back to back. I used the ECBs from transaction 1 into transaction 2 with 3 - $.75 coupons. One of the packages had a $.50 coupon on it and the cashier took that off too. Then I rolled the ECB from transaction 2 into transaction 3 with 3 - $.75 coupons.
Total OOP: $7.04 -- received $15 ECB for each transactionWalgreens
Transaction 1:
We are hosting a Thanksgiving dinner at our house the day after Thanksgiving so I picked a few 2-liters. I used a $.60 and $.40 coupon on the Skippy. Yes - more peanut butter (my son takes it for lunch everyday). I had a coupon for the 2-liters that I got from CVS - Buy 4 save $1...I used the Walgreens in-ad coupon to get one free when I bought 4. The string cheese was for the kiddo - it was cheaper than what he really wanted! =)
Total OOP: $8.44Transaction 2:
I read over at Coupon Cravings about a deal on the Hershey's Special Dark but it didn't work for me. I tried! I handed the lady my manufacturer's coupons first and she pulled out her ad to scan the in-ad candy bar coupon. I was still able to get 6 candy bars for $1.17.
Total OOP: $5.95 -- I'll get $2.20 Easy Saver rebate back on the Scotch tape (10% bonus for putting in on my Walgreens gift card).This week's totals:
Total before coupons/sales: $146.48
Total OOP (minus mom's batteries - she paid me for them): $35.52
Rebate amount: $5.15
Total Savings = 79%!!
Friday, November 21, 2008
Headed to the Mall This Weekend? Here's your coupons...
If you're headed to the mall this weekend to do some Christmas shopping, be sure to print these coupons that I've highlighted this week for some extra savings!
CJ Banks - $10 off Any Purchase
American Eagle - $5 off Any Purchase
New York & Company - 30% off purchase
Aeropostale - 30% off purchase
JC Penny - $10 off $25 purchase
Victoria's Secret - Free Dream Angels Wish Body Lotion with $15 Beauty Purchase
Borders - Free dessert or bakery items with purchase of 20 oz beverage
Borders - Free 12 oz handmade drink with any Seattle's Best Cafe purchase
CJ Banks - $10 Off Any Purchase - Good 11/20/08 - 11/23/08
CJ Banks has a $10 off any purchase coupon that's good until Sunday, November 23. The coupon is good in-stores or online. The online promo code is 81155.Free Music Download - 'Come On Get Higher' Matt Nathanson
Get a free download of Matt Nathanson's 'Come On Get Higher' song, just click the album above.
I really like this song. It's already on my iPod.
Huggies Baby Network - Free Goodies!
HUGGIES Baby Network is an online network that delivers interactive tools, information and a support community to moms and moms-to-be in a fun, informative way. It's FREE to join too! As an added bonus to all the online network provides, you will receive samples, coupons and more!
Fat Ticker Friday - 11/21/2008
It’s that time again…time to step on the scale.This week I am down 3 pounds!!It’s been a busy week so I’m pretty surprised.I was able to get in a couple workouts on Monday – 34 minutes/2.75 miles on the elliptical, week 2 –workout 1 of the Couch to 5K, and strength training.After Monday, the workout vanished…didn’t happen around here. I had training on Tuesday and my fiancé left to go out of town on Wednesday morning.We didn’t have as much warning on this trip so I had to run a few extra errands than usual.
I had a little bit of a challenge going on at the beginning of the week too. My fiancé decided he was going to try to drop a few pounds. I didn’t want to be out done by him so I changed a few of my eating habits (I actually ate breakfast) and made sure to drink lots of water. I guess it paid off.
The biggest challenge I faced this week was the training session I had on Tuesday night. It was at The Cheesecake Factory. As soon as the food came, I asked for a box to box up half of my meal (and I avoided the pre-dinner bread). But, I had a piece of Pumpkin Cheesecake. I thought this was the mock interview session of my training so I went along with the dessert and everything then found out the mock interview is next week. Oh well, the cheesecake was good and I was able to drop 3 pounds this week. I've asked that the mock interview not be over lunch...see your job could make you fat.
My goals for this week:
3 - 30 minute workouts (I'm going to try to make the 2 hour Burn the Bird Workout on Saturday.)
Limit myself to 1 piece of pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving (attending 2 dinners and hosting 1)
Lose 2 pounds
Kohl's 2 day Christmas Power Shopping Sale and Friends & Family - November 21 & 22
Kohl's is having a 2 day Christmas Power Shopping Sale. The sale is Friday, November 21 and Saturday, November 22. I've highlighted a few of the items below. You can view the full ad here.
All Day Friday deals
Extra 20% Off entire stock of toys
Extra 10% off entire stock of watches
All Day Saturday deals
65% off Entire stock Diamond Jewelry
Extra 15% off entire stock of Kitchen Electrics
Both days
Extra 10% off Outerwear for the family
Extra 10% off All Fall & Holiday Sweaters and Fleece Tops for the family
To add to the savings, The Thrifty Mommy has posted that there is a Friends & Family 15% savings that is good Friday, November 21st – 23rd!
Free Small Handmade Drink @ Seattle's Best Coffee Cafe
Get a complimentary small (12 oz) handmade drink of your choice with any purchase from a Seattle's Best Coffee Cafe with this printable coupon. Valid until December 3, 2008.
Coupon can be redeemed at Borders SBC cafes or Western WA company owned SBC cafes.
Old Navy - $15 Deals For the Family - This Week
Old Navy has $15 Deals for the Family this week. This includes hoodies, sweaters, pants and more for the whole family. These offers are in-store and online. There are other cozy deals starting at $12.50 as well.
If you have an Old Navy card, you can save an extra 20% off your purchase with Old Navy's Stuff & Save Promotion. Enter STUFFSAVE promo code when you checkout.
Like the other shopping deals, receive 6% back on your purchase through Ebates, 3% back from Upromise, or 6% from Mr. Rebates. Not a member of any of these sites? It's easy and free to join. Just click the cash back shopping site you would like to use, register, then search for the store you would like to shop. Shop and start earning cash back for doing it!
American Eagle - $5 In-Store Coupon - Expires 11/25/08
American Eagle is offering a $5 off printable coupon (no minimum purchase required) good through Tuesday, November 25, 2008. The coupons is good in-stores only.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Meijer "Why Wait" One Day Sale - Saturday, November 22, 2008
Meijer is having a "Why Wait" one day sale on Saturday, November 22nd, 2008 - 6am to midnight. Here are the deals that I saw. All items are being called Doorbuster Deals. You can view the full ad here.
Grocery:
2 Liter Bottles of Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Sierra Mist, or Mt. Dew - Limit 4 - $.77
Aunt Millie's English Muffins - Limit 4 - $.99
Sargento Shredded Cheese or String Cheese - $2.99 (-$.50/2 11-16-08 RP or -$1.00/2 11-16-08 RP)
Stouffer's French Bread Pizza - Limit 6 - $1.67
Pepperidge Farm Layer Cakes - BOGO
Tyson Premium Cornish Game Hens 44oz Frozen - $3.00 (-$1.00/1 ALL YOU, December 26, 2008)
Non-Grocery:
Acer One Notebook PC -Free Microsoft Wireless Notebook Mouse with purchase - Limit 1 - $349.99
DVDs - $14.99
Season Series DVDs - BOGO
Sylvania 19" LCD HDTV - $279.99
Tooth Tunes Kids or Tooth Tunes Turbo Toothbrush - $6.49
Grand Gourmet Pro Family Sized Slow Cooker - $24.99
Olympus FE-310 Digital Camera - $99.99
gfm Dual Screen Mobile DVD System - $129.99
December Home Gift Wrap - $.99
Women's and Kids' Shoes - 45% Off
Dickies Men's Henley's - $7.49
NCAA Men's or Women's Hooded Fleece - $13.99
Sterling Silver Showcase - 80% Off
Carter's Creepers & Bodysuits - $3.99
Little Mommy Sweet As Me or 9" Water Baby Doll - $9.49
Don't forget to stop by for the sampling events.
Things I Love Thursday - Fuze Empower Pomegranate Acai Berry
Wow - it's time for Things I Love Thursday already? Oh my! With not working, I really never now what day of the week it. Anyways...
The thing I love this week is Fuze Empower Pomegranate Acai Berry. It's one of their new slenderizing drinks - low carbs and low calories which would normally mean "yuck". It's actually really good. Not only does it taste good but pomegranate and Acai berry is good for your body. It's kind of a win-win situation. It also gives me a break from my water (I'm a water drinker).To see what others love, visit The Diaper Diaries' Things I Love Thursday.
FREE Children's Personalized Disney Storybook
Create a personalized Disney storybook for your child for FREE with Disney Magic Artist. First, select your character by clicking the character. Then complete the blank boxes with tidbits of information about your child. You can then preview your storybook before printing.I did this in higher quality paper and it turned out great! It prints out instruction on how to fold it and staple it together. Enjoy!
Complimentary Bakery or Dessert Item @ Borders - Friday, November 21-23, 2008
Headed to Borders Bookstore November 21-23, 2008? Purchase a 20 oz. beverage at any Borders bookstore and receive a complimentary dessert or bakery item with this coupon. The coupon is valid November 21-23, 2008. One coupon per customer.
New York & Company Friends & Family - 30% Off until November 23, 2008
New York & Company is having Friend's & Family discount now through Sunday, November 23, 2008! That's an extra 30% off your purchase (some exclusions apply)! You can shop their Mega Pants sale - Buy One, Get One for 75% off to get some good deals on pants.
Also, check your 2009 Entertainment Book for $25 off $75 purchase coupons. Use the coupon that works to your advantage. If you are spending $75, the EB coupon is better but once you spend $84 (or less than $75) you are better off using the 30% off. If you are shopping online, use the promo code 9490 to save 30%.
If you join their mailing list, you will receive a coupon for 20% off (plus coupons throughout the year).
In addition, you can make your purchase through Ebates to earn 4% back on your purchase, 3% back if you shop through Upromise, or 5% through Mr. Rebate.
Are you a member of the NY&C Rewards Club? If not, sign up while you are there. You can earn $25 rewards (every 5 times you make a purchase) and get exclusive discounts.
JC Penny $10 off $25 Purchase Coupon
JC Penny $10 off $25 purchase coupon. This is a single use coupon. You may want to print more than one copy. Not heading to the store? Use JCP to save online.
Also, Seventeen Magazine and JC Penny are giving away Flirtitude panties. Just take the cover of the December2008/January 2009 cover of Seventeen Magazine or printout seventeen.com home page. There will be 25,000 given away from November 18, 2008 through January 6, 2009. One per person. While supplies last. Click here for more information.
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