These deals are good through this Saturday (13th):
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts 3 lb. bag for $4.98, no limit
(that's my stock up price of $1.66/lb)
Shredded Cheese (Dutch Farms) $.99, limit of 4
(also a stock up price!)
Family Size General Mills cereal $1.99
(okay deal with a coupon for the bigger boxes)
paper towels $.49, limit 6
milk $1.48, limit 1 with coupon and $5 purchase
February 10, 2010
Menu Planning
Want to know my number one money saving tip when it comes to groceries? And no, it's NOT coupons! [Although I love coupons and get almost all our toiletries free because of them.] The best way to save money on groceries is... menu planning!
I didn't use to feel that way. I wondered why everyone said making a menu saved them money. How can you save money if you make a menu and then go buy the needed items even if they aren't on sale? That wouldn't save you any money!
But I had it all backwards. To save money using a menu... DO NOT plan a menu and then go shopping for the needed ingredients. Shop, taking advantage of the deals and sales, then plan your menu around what you have in your pantry and freezer. That way you are getting the best deals and using what you have. Always keep an eye out for sales on the items you use most. When you see a good deal...STOCK UP!
Here are a few additional links to help with menu planning if you are interested:
Family Grocery Budget
Menu Planner
Money Saving Mom
The Simple Dollar
Organized Home
I didn't use to feel that way. I wondered why everyone said making a menu saved them money. How can you save money if you make a menu and then go buy the needed items even if they aren't on sale? That wouldn't save you any money!
But I had it all backwards. To save money using a menu... DO NOT plan a menu and then go shopping for the needed ingredients. Shop, taking advantage of the deals and sales, then plan your menu around what you have in your pantry and freezer. That way you are getting the best deals and using what you have. Always keep an eye out for sales on the items you use most. When you see a good deal...STOCK UP!
Here are a few additional links to help with menu planning if you are interested:
Family Grocery Budget
Menu Planner
Money Saving Mom
The Simple Dollar
Organized Home
February 9, 2010
Festival Internet Coupon Policy (Clarification)
After reading Festival's internet coupon policy yesterday, I left the following comment on their blog:
And here is the comment I got in reply:
Just in case there was any confusion that clears it up! Thankfully, there are not very many internet "free product" coupons.
As a friendly reminder... always do your best to only use legitimate coupons. Using fraudulent coupons could ruin the deals for everyone, especially at the smaller, local stores that can't absorb fraudulent coupon use like a larger, national chain.
If you ever wonder about an internet coupon you can go to the CIC Website and check their list of known counterfeit coupons.
I did just want to clarify that you meant you do not accept “free product” coupons from the internet. You will still accept “free product” coupons from the newspaper or direct mailings, correct?
And here is the comment I got in reply:
Great question. Yes, we do accept legitimate “free product” coupons that are pre-printed and sent via postal mail or published in a media source such as the newspaper. “Free Product” coupons from these sources are typically printed double-sided and/or on security paper which helps to validate a coupons authenticity.
Just in case there was any confusion that clears it up! Thankfully, there are not very many internet "free product" coupons.
As a friendly reminder... always do your best to only use legitimate coupons. Using fraudulent coupons could ruin the deals for everyone, especially at the smaller, local stores that can't absorb fraudulent coupon use like a larger, national chain.
If you ever wonder about an internet coupon you can go to the CIC Website and check their list of known counterfeit coupons.
February 8, 2010
Festival Internet Coupon Policy
Festival just posted their (new?) internet coupon policy on their blog.
What you need to know:
What you need to know:
- They will accept valid internet coupons with values up to $3
- They will accept all coupons from www.festfoods.com
- They do not accept “free product” coupons
February 7, 2010
InfantSee Free Infant Eye Exams
InfantSEE is a federal public health program that allows parents to get a free, comprehensive infant eye exam when the child is between the ages of six to twelve months. The exam will help determine if their eyes are healthy and their vision is developing normally.
To find a doctor go to the InfantSEE website or call 888-396-EYES. Several doctors are listed in the GB area, but I would call their office and confirm that the exam is completely free and to see if there are any restrictions.
To find a doctor go to the InfantSEE website or call 888-396-EYES. Several doctors are listed in the GB area, but I would call their office and confirm that the exam is completely free and to see if there are any restrictions.
Swagbucks
Have you heard about Swagbucks yet? I've seen it mentioned on several money saving blogs but just recently gave it a try myself. It's actually very simple. You just sign up for an account and use the Swagbucks page to search the internet. [You can download a special toolbar if you want but it's not required.] As you search, you will earn Swagbucks. The bucks can then be redeemed for gift cards and other prizes.
It seems the favorite thing to earn is a $5 Amazon gift certificate. I can see why... it's only 45 Swagbucks and Amazon sells just about everything. An added bonus... it didn't take me very long to reach 45! Several bloggers paid for Christmas using the bucks they earned. That sold me! So if you haven't given it a try yet... hop to it. Click through here or from the box in the sidebar! You get free stuff and I'll get a few bucks for referring you!
It seems the favorite thing to earn is a $5 Amazon gift certificate. I can see why... it's only 45 Swagbucks and Amazon sells just about everything. An added bonus... it didn't take me very long to reach 45! Several bloggers paid for Christmas using the bucks they earned. That sold me! So if you haven't given it a try yet... hop to it. Click through here or from the box in the sidebar! You get free stuff and I'll get a few bucks for referring you!
February 4, 2010
Home Depot Kids Workshop
The Home Depot Kids Workshop for February is the 6th. So head over to make a #20 Car Display. No registration required, just show up between 9am and noon.
February 2, 2010
Schoolhouse Activity Days
Schoolhouse (the educational store) is offering free activity days in the month of February. From their website:
Activity Days Are Back
Every Saturday in February we will feature a
FREE Activity between 10-3.
Saturday Feb. 6th--Pastels & Pearl Jewelry AND Bag Puppets
Saturday Feb. 13th--Valentine's Day Do-A-Dot Art
Saturday Feb. 20th--Stained Glass Windows
Saturday Feb. 27th--Rock a Doodle or other activity
Do Your Federal Taxes for Free
If you file simple federal tax forms TurboTax offers their software free online. Filing state returns will cost you though. If you do your taxes yourself (either on paper or with a different program) you might want to punch in the numbers to check your math. You don't have to pay until you actually file (even for the paid versions).
January 26, 2010
Double 10 coupons at Copp's tomorrow!!
In case you missed it, Copp's is allowing you to double 10 coupons tomorrow. The best deals I found were as follows...
Erica
- Pillsbury rolls/biscuits/breadsticks/etc. BOGO - MC's
- Kemp's milk 2/$5 - $.60/2 MC = 2/$3.80,
- Kemp's cottage cheese 2/$4 -$.50/2 MC = 2/$3
- Ortega products 25% off - $0.75/2 MC
Erica
Festival "Healthy" Coupons
Just read this on Festival's blog via Facebook:
Healthy eating has never been so easy and affordable with our Healthy Clippings coupon books. Festival is committed to providing you coupons for natural and organic products that promote a healthy lifestyle.
We’re currently running our winter addition which is good through 3/31/10. It’s soup season – save $1.00 on any Muir Glenn Organic soup made with the finest premium organic ingredients. Save $1.00 on Muir Glenn Pasta Sauce or $1.00 for your favorite RW Knudsen juice. Coupon books are available in the Natural Foods Department. Pick up your free copy today.
January 9, 2010
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