M.C. is a co-worker that laughed at me with my coupons & sales papers. Until that one day she decided she would do it. I remember her bringing in her receipt from her Publix shopping trip that read "$176 in total savings". She was thrilled that in one normal shopping trip, added coupons & BOGO items had changed her mind. Every since then she has been on a savings spree. I bet she likes her new Iphone4, she was able to get with all of her accrued savings. lol!
Just wanted to let my readers know how I appreciate the support that is given as I dabbed into the blogger world. The response has been over-whelming but I am thankful to have it. It's funny how just some simple shopping trips inspire others to want to start saving, like M.C. Thank you all for the little things you do to encourage me as I share how to & how I save $$$$.
XOXOXOXO
Mrs. Renfroe
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Clearance Items at Target
Intuition Razor $4.24
-$2.00 cpn
= $2.24
Colgate Pro-Clinical Toothpaste & 360 Toothbrush Set $2.54
-$1.00 cpn
= $1.54
Febreeze Scent & Refresh $2.66 (not clearance but marked lower than the rest)
-$1.00 cpn from Homemade Simple
=$1.66
Scrubbing Bubbles Toilet Gels $3.94
-$1.00 w/purchase of 2 cpn on Target website
-BOGO cpn (Buy SB Toilet Gel get SB Fresh Brush Free up to $6.99)
= 6.88/2 SB Toilet Gels & 2 SB Fresh Brush Set
-$2.00 cpn
= $2.24
Colgate Pro-Clinical Toothpaste & 360 Toothbrush Set $2.54
-$1.00 cpn
= $1.54
Febreeze Scent & Refresh $2.66 (not clearance but marked lower than the rest)
-$1.00 cpn from Homemade Simple
=$1.66
Scrubbing Bubbles Toilet Gels $3.94
-$1.00 w/purchase of 2 cpn on Target website
-BOGO cpn (Buy SB Toilet Gel get SB Fresh Brush Free up to $6.99)
= 6.88/2 SB Toilet Gels & 2 SB Fresh Brush Set
Dove Body Wash Deal
New store in Birmingham,AL: Christmas Tree Shops, has Dove Body Wash on Sale for $1.99. Ad match at Walmart.
(8) Dove Body Wash 12oz
-1.25 (8)Red Plum CP exp 8/31/11
= (8)Dove Body Wash for $5.92
($0.74 per body wash)
http://blog.al.com/bargain-mom/2011/08/dove_ad_match_deal_at_walmart.html
(8) Dove Body Wash 12oz
-1.25 (8)Red Plum CP exp 8/31/11
= (8)Dove Body Wash for $5.92
($0.74 per body wash)
http://blog.al.com/bargain-mom/2011/08/dove_ad_match_deal_at_walmart.html
Saturday, August 20, 2011
The Coupon Binder (Savings Bible)
For those of you all that like to save and use coupons. I will try to help you become a little more organized so you will not be in such a frazzle while shopping & trying to save.
Here is a list of things needed to make your Ultimate Coupon Binder:
3 in. Heavy Duty Binder
School Dividers
Baseball Card Sheet Protectors
Coupons (of course)
Step 1:
Place the baseball card sheet protectors in the binder.
Step 2:
Section off the sheet protectors about 5 pages per section then use the dividers to separate the sections.
Step 3:
Decide on how you would like to label your dividers:
Health & Beauty (otc meds, dental care, body wash, lotion, deordorant, etc)
Household Items (cleaning products, detergent, air freshers,paper products etc)
Frozen/Cold Food (pizzas, yogurt, ice cream, meat, etc)
Condiments (salad dressing, ketchup, dipping sauces, etc)
Cereals/Grains (self explanatory)
Step 4:
Place coupons in the perspective sections. Make sure you keep like items on the same page. This makes it easier for you to find the coupons when you are in the store.
Step 5:
Go to the store with binder in hand. Use the part of the basket where you usually put kids as your binder holder.
Step 6:
Go to the store that has a sales ad you have already seen the items that are on sale. Find your items and take the coupons out as you go. When you are done you should have a basket of items and coupons in your hand. Let the cashier scan all of your items. Hand her your coupons, then savings card (if the store has one) & then you are ready to pay.
You now had your 1st savings trip!
Here is a list of things needed to make your Ultimate Coupon Binder:
3 in. Heavy Duty Binder
School Dividers
Baseball Card Sheet Protectors
Coupons (of course)
Step 1:
Place the baseball card sheet protectors in the binder.
Step 2:
Section off the sheet protectors about 5 pages per section then use the dividers to separate the sections.
Step 3:
Decide on how you would like to label your dividers:
Health & Beauty (otc meds, dental care, body wash, lotion, deordorant, etc)
Household Items (cleaning products, detergent, air freshers,paper products etc)
Frozen/Cold Food (pizzas, yogurt, ice cream, meat, etc)
Condiments (salad dressing, ketchup, dipping sauces, etc)
Cereals/Grains (self explanatory)
Step 4:
Place coupons in the perspective sections. Make sure you keep like items on the same page. This makes it easier for you to find the coupons when you are in the store.
Step 5:
Go to the store with binder in hand. Use the part of the basket where you usually put kids as your binder holder.
Step 6:
Go to the store that has a sales ad you have already seen the items that are on sale. Find your items and take the coupons out as you go. When you are done you should have a basket of items and coupons in your hand. Let the cashier scan all of your items. Hand her your coupons, then savings card (if the store has one) & then you are ready to pay.
You now had your 1st savings trip!
Couponing 101
Coupons have become a valued asset in my home for a couple of months. I currently have a nice stock pile with most of the staples needed for basic living. But we all know couponing isn't for everyone. I have people tell me that "they don't have the time to do it" or "I just don't like shopping like that". Well, I'm totally opposite.
I love to shop: from shoes to paper towels. I shop for it all and do it with a smile on my face. It actually relaxes me. Yeah, I know "how could spending money actually relax you". It's really simple: Common Cents
Well, those inserts that come in the Sunday paper, Birmingham Extra, online or in stores are the reason. They are called COUPONS! I use them for everything. It is very rare that I buy something without using a coupon. I almost feel that I am being cheated if I don't use a coupon.
I know it is kind of cliche for me to say "I cut my spending in half by using coupons" but it does happen that way. I don't have a house full of products I don't use like some of the Extreme Couponers out there. I do have an influx of things I use and paid little or nothing for them also. I bet you are wondering how I did it, Huh?!?!
The main thing in couponing & saving is being ORGANIZED. If you are not an Type A personality this probably would not be good for you. Most couponers have a Type A personality, are very detailed & overly organized. That would be me. I don't spend 40 hours a week doing this because I work a full-time job, I'm a mother and a wife. But I spend enough time couponing for the benefit it gives to my family. We have extra money to go on more vacations, participate in more activities & increase our family time(only when they want to help).
Couponing has worked for my family and our pockets. But like I said it isn't for everyone. My theory is just because I have money doesn't mean I want to spend every dime of it. So how much money would you like to keep in your pocket rather than left in the cash register at Target, Wal-Mart, Publix, Winn-Dixie or the mall? Don't worry the question was rhetorical but worth thinking about.
I love to shop: from shoes to paper towels. I shop for it all and do it with a smile on my face. It actually relaxes me. Yeah, I know "how could spending money actually relax you". It's really simple: Common Cents
Well, those inserts that come in the Sunday paper, Birmingham Extra, online or in stores are the reason. They are called COUPONS! I use them for everything. It is very rare that I buy something without using a coupon. I almost feel that I am being cheated if I don't use a coupon.
I know it is kind of cliche for me to say "I cut my spending in half by using coupons" but it does happen that way. I don't have a house full of products I don't use like some of the Extreme Couponers out there. I do have an influx of things I use and paid little or nothing for them also. I bet you are wondering how I did it, Huh?!?!
The main thing in couponing & saving is being ORGANIZED. If you are not an Type A personality this probably would not be good for you. Most couponers have a Type A personality, are very detailed & overly organized. That would be me. I don't spend 40 hours a week doing this because I work a full-time job, I'm a mother and a wife. But I spend enough time couponing for the benefit it gives to my family. We have extra money to go on more vacations, participate in more activities & increase our family time(only when they want to help).
Couponing has worked for my family and our pockets. But like I said it isn't for everyone. My theory is just because I have money doesn't mean I want to spend every dime of it. So how much money would you like to keep in your pocket rather than left in the cash register at Target, Wal-Mart, Publix, Winn-Dixie or the mall? Don't worry the question was rhetorical but worth thinking about.
Respect the Roll by Cottonelle
Join Cottonelle's Respect the Role giveaway and receive a free toilet paper role cover with qualifying purchase. The only role cover available is orange but it's still very cute for free.
https://www.cottonelle.com/respect-the-roll/roll-cover-offer.aspx
https://www.cottonelle.com/respect-the-roll/roll-cover-offer.aspx
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Target Trip
4 single Olay bars at $0.97 each & got 4 satin care free
- Bogo cp (4 cps)
=3.88 for 4 Olay bar soaps & 4 Satin Care Shave gels (full size)
7 Fantastik all purpose cleaners on clearance at $1.27 each
-Cp $0.75 off (7 cps)
= $3.64 for 7 Fantasktik All Purpose Cleaners
1 trial size Wet Ones at $0.99*
- Target Cp $0.50 off
= $0.49 for 1 Trial Size Pack of Wet Ones
1 Benadryl itch relief stick at $2.29
- Cp $2 off
= $0.29 for 1 Benadryl Itch Stick
1 Covergirl lip gloss on clearance $3.72
-Cp $1 off any cover girl
= $2.72
1 Covergirl Lash Blast. 5.94 with Bogo peelie for free shadow w/ purchase
-Cp $1 off any cover girl
-Cp $1 off any cover girl
= $3.94 for CG Lash Blast & CV Eye Shadow
Use Target Red Debit Card for an additional 5% discount
Total Oop $16.65
Total Savings $23.41
- Bogo cp (4 cps)
=3.88 for 4 Olay bar soaps & 4 Satin Care Shave gels (full size)
7 Fantastik all purpose cleaners on clearance at $1.27 each
-Cp $0.75 off (7 cps)
= $3.64 for 7 Fantasktik All Purpose Cleaners
1 trial size Wet Ones at $0.99*
- Target Cp $0.50 off
= $0.49 for 1 Trial Size Pack of Wet Ones
1 Benadryl itch relief stick at $2.29
- Cp $2 off
= $0.29 for 1 Benadryl Itch Stick
1 Covergirl lip gloss on clearance $3.72
-Cp $1 off any cover girl
= $2.72
1 Covergirl Lash Blast. 5.94 with Bogo peelie for free shadow w/ purchase
-Cp $1 off any cover girl
-Cp $1 off any cover girl
= $3.94 for CG Lash Blast & CV Eye Shadow
Use Target Red Debit Card for an additional 5% discount
Total Oop $16.65
Total Savings $23.41
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