Friday, November 30, 2012

Tops 11/25 - 12/1 trip #2: cheap protein bars & more

I just ran over to Tops to pick up a few more goodies for the week...
4  packages Nescafe Taster's Choice coffee sticks - FREE
On sale 10/$10, used 4 $0.50 coupons (double to $1) printed from here (there is also a $0.75 off 2 coupon (doubles to $1.50) available here after registering)

2 packages Ortega taco shells - $1.50 each
On sale 2/$4 used a $1 off 2 peelie coupon on the product

4 bags Wonderful pistachios - $2.49 each, see note
On sale for $3.49 each, used 3 $0.50 coupons (coupon states not to double, but they doubled to $1 anyway) printed from here (there is also a $0.50 coupon in the 10/14 SmartSource coupon insert)
Note: The printable coupon requires you to register before you print the coupon.  When I went to print it, I got very excited because I print box popped up asking me how many copies I'd like to print.  I thought it might be a .pdf file, but it isn't.  Each separate print (go in a 2nd time to repeat the registration process -- you can do 2 per computer per email address) has a unique PIN number.  Printing multiple copies from the first registration yields the same PIN number, which makes using the multiples fraudulent.

5 Powerbars - $0.70 each
On sale 10/$10, used a $1.50 off 5 coupon printed from here

The retail cost of this transaction was $39.05 and after coupons and discounts I paid $18.12, for a savings of about 54%.  I'm also up to a $2.00/gallon gas discount.  I also noticed just now that there is a random $0.50 item charged as "Grocery" on my receipt.  I'm not sure what happened there. ???

I have more coupons I'd like to use this week, so I should be making one more trip tomorrow.  Happy shopping!

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End of the month reminder: print your coupons now!


As the month of November comes to a close, don't forget to check printable coupon websites like Coupons.com, Red Plum, SmartSource, and Coupon Network. If there are any coupons you see that you think you'll use, print them now because they may be gone and replaced with new ones in December! 

Lower your holiday bills with free gift cards from Swagbucks

 

I've done one search already on Swagbucks today. Have you? Every Friday is Mega Swag Bucks Day, where the chances of being rewarded large denominations of Swag Bucks is increased. What are you waiting for? Go do your searches now!

Not familiar with Swagbucks? Here's the deal:

Swagbucks is a search engine (like Google or Yahoo). You are awarded points randomly (called Swag Bucks) when you search the Internet, answer surveys, watch videos, play games, etc. Once you sign up (it's free!), you can also refer friends and family and earn points from their referrals.

I normally earn my points through doing the web searches only (and really, who doesn't already do that? Why not get rewarded for what you're already doing?). I seem to get points after my third or fourth search and I try to do it once in the morning and again in the evening. When I earn points for a search, they are generally in the 7 - 10 point range. I've also done some surveys and earned a bunch of points very quickly. And every Friday is Mega Swag Bucks Day, where the odds of winning high-value Swag Bucks are increased.

Swag Bucks are redeemed in the Swagstore. While there are a lot of things to choose from, my favorite item hands down is the $5 Amazon gift card for 450 points. I know, that sounds like a lot of points, right? Trust me, if you commit to doing 2 searches per day, the points can add up quickly. I started using Swagbucks in June 2011 and by the end of the year I cashed in for $45 in Amazon gift cards which really helped with my Christmas shopping. Even after being inconsistent about searching for over 2 months this year, I already have more Swagbucks than last year.

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Amazon gift cards earned in 2011: $45
Amazon gift cards earned in 2012: $65

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Tops 11/25 - 12/1 shopping: free coffee & other cheapies

Between having a sick child at home this week, parent-teacher conferences at school, and a less than stellar Tops sales circular, grocery shopping was a low priority for me this week.  Rarely does my first shopping trip of the week happen on a Thursday night! Here is a look at tonight's shopping trip:

6 packages Nescafe Taster's Choice coffee sticks - 2 for FREE, 4 @ $0.25 each
On sale 10/$10, used 2 $0.50 coupons (double to $1) printed from here and 2 $0.75 off 2 coupons (double to $1.50) printed from here (must register)

2 Quaker Real Medleys oatmeal cups - $0.50 each
On sale 2/$3, used 2 $0.50 coupons (double to $1) from the 11/4 Red Plum coupon insert

4 Uncle Bens rice bowls - $0.50 each
On sale 10/$10, used 2 $1 off 2 coupons from the 10/7 SmartSource coupon insert

4 Blistex lip balms - $0.50 each
On sale 10/$10, used 2 $1 off 2 coupons from the 11/11 SmartSource coupon insert

1 bottle Top Care migraine relief - $3.29
Not on sale and no coupon, but I had the mother of all headaches tonight and was out of my beloved Excedrin Migraine :-(

3 roasting chickens - $0.50/lb.
On sale for $0.99/lb., used a raincheck from a previous sale

The retail cost of this shopping trip was $58.77 and I paid $19.33 after coupons and discounts, for a savings of 67%.  I am also up a $1.90 per gallon gas discount.

I will probably make one more trip to Tops either tomorrow or Saturday, since I do have some more coupons I'd like to use this week.  Until then, happy shopping!

P.S. -- Here's another awesome deal I would have loved to take advantage of tonight (unfortunately, this coupon has not been reset so I'm unable to print it again):

YoCrunch yogurt - On sale 10/$6, there is a $0.25 coupon (doubles to $0.50) on their website, making the final price just $0.10.  If you're unlike me and haven't already printed this coupon, you can get almost free yogurt!

Sunday, November 25, 2012

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Monday, November 19, 2012

More 11/18 - 11/24 Tops shopping: free lozenges, cheap creamer & pizza

I just made it back from a quick shopping trip to Tops to grab a few deals.  Here's a look at today's grocery finds:
1 package Reynolds turkey bags - $1.00
On sale 2/$4, used a $1 coupon from the coupon insert 11/11 SmartSource coupon insert

2 boxes Wheat Thins - $1.50 each
On sale 5/$10, used a $1 off 2 coupon from the 11/4 SmartSource coupon insert

3 boxes Green Giant frozen vegetables - $0.67 each
On sale 10/$10, used a $1 off 3 coupon from the 11/4 SmartSource coupon insert

2 Jack's pizzas - $1.00 each
On sale 4/$10, used 2 $0.75 coupons (double to $1.50) from the 10/28 Red Plum coupon insert

1 carton Bailey's coffee creamer - $0.67
On sale 3/$5, used a $1 coupon from the 11/18 SmartSource coupon insert

2 cans Reddi-Whip whipped cream - $1.50 each
On sale 2/$4, used a $1 off 2 coupon from the 11/11 SmartSource coupon insert

2 blocks Heluva Good cheese - $1.00 each
On sale 2/$4, used a $0.50 coupon (doubles to $1) printed from their website and a $1 Catalina coupon that printed at the register during yesterday's transaction (there is also a $1 off 2 coupon in the 11/11 Red Plum coupon insert and a $1 off 2 printable here)

1 bag Ricola Dual Action lozenges - FREE
On sale 2/$3, used a $0.75 coupon (doubles to $1.50) from the 11/11 Red Plum coupon insert

The retail cost of this transaction was $44.26 and I paid $13.83 after coupons and discounts, for a savings of approximately 69%.  My gas discount is up to $1.30 off per gallon at this point.

I definitely have more transactions to do this week so until the next update, happy shopping!

Sunday, November 18, 2012

11/18 - 11/24 Tops shopping: rebate = cheap turkey!

With this week being Thanksgiving and my time at a premium, I took the opportunity to make a quick run to Tops this afternoon.  Take a look at today's deals I picked up:
2 bags Hershey's baking chips - $1.50 each
On sale 2/$4, used the $1 off 2 coupon from the 11/11 SmartSource coupon insert

12 cans Dole pineapple - $0.67 each
On sale 10/$10, used 4 $1 off 3 coupons printed from here (there is also a $1 off 3 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource coupon insert)

2 bags (5 lbs) potatoes - $2.00 each
On sale BOGO ($3.99), no coupon

3 blocks Heluva Good cheese - $1.00 each, see note
On sale 2/$4, used 3 $0.50 coupons printed from their website (there is also a $1 off 2 coupon in the 11/11 Red Plum coupon insert and a $1 off 2 printable here, making them $1.50 each)
Note: This purchase triggered a $1 off any Heluva Good Bold variety Catalina coupon to print at the register.

1 Tops frozen turkey - $6.15, see note
On sale for $0.48/lb., no coupon
Note: I found a tearpad on the frozen turkey cooler case with the following "no beer purchase required" rebate...
So, I will get $6.00 of the $6.15 purchase price returned back to me after submitting the rebate.  That makes the final cost of my turkey just $0.15 or about a penny per pound!!!

I have several more coupon deals to pick up this week, so stay tuned for additional Tops shopping trip details.  Happy shopping!


Friday, November 16, 2012

TGI Mega Swag Bucks Day!

 

I've done one search already on Swagbucks today. Have you? Every Friday is Mega Swag Bucks Day, where the chances of being rewarded large denominations of Swag Bucks is increased. What are you waiting for? Go do your searches now!

Not familiar with Swagbucks? Here's the deal:

Swagbucks is a search engine (like Google or Yahoo). You are awarded points randomly (called Swag Bucks) when you search the Internet, answer surveys, watch videos, play games, etc. Once you sign up (it's free!), you can also refer friends and family and earn points from their referrals.

I normally earn my points through doing the web searches only (and really, who doesn't already do that? Why not get rewarded for what you're already doing?). I seem to get points after my third or fourth search and I try to do it once in the morning and again in the evening. When I earn points for a search, they are generally in the 7 - 10 point range. I've also done some surveys and earned a bunch of points very quickly. And every Friday is Mega Swag Bucks Day, where the odds of winning high-value Swag Bucks are increased.

Swag Bucks are redeemed in the Swagstore. While there are a lot of things to choose from, my favorite item hands down is the $5 Amazon gift card for 450 points. I know, that sounds like a lot of points, right? Trust me, if you commit to doing 2 searches per day, the points can add up quickly. I started using Swagbucks in June 2011 and by the end of the year I cashed in for $45 in Amazon gift cards which really helped with my Christmas shopping. Even after being inconsistent about searching for over 2 months this year, I already have more Swagbucks than last year.

Interested? Sign up at Swagbucks (remember, it's free) and start earning free stuff!

Amazon gift cards earned in 2011: $45
Amazon gift cards earned in 2012: $60

Thursday, November 15, 2012

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Additional Tops 11/11 - 11/17 deals: cheap cheese & bread mix

After playing around with alternate zip codes at coupons.com last night, I found a great coupon that necessitated a Tops trip today (as if I ever really need an excuse for more shopping!). :-)  Take a look at today's small trip:
2 boxes Fleischmann's Simply Homemade bread mixes - $1.00 each
On sale 2/$5, used 2 $0.75 coupons (double to $1.50) from here

5 blocks Cracker Barrel cheese - $1.50 each, see notes
On sale 2/$6, used 5 $0.75 coupons (double to $1.50) found here at zip code 77477 (there is also a $1 off 2 coupon if you don't change the zip code)
Notes: I *just* saw these pop up for the first time late last night and printed them, but now I'm not seeing them at all. ??? Hopefully they haven't disappeared completely for everyone.  :-/  These are part of a gas points promo where you earn an extra 200 points when you buy 7 select products. Also, Tops' coupon policy states they double 4 like coupons per transaction.  However, my cashier went ahead and doubled all 5 of these coupons. 

2 Kraft Fresh Takes - $1.00 each, see noteOn sale 4/$10, used 2 $0.75 coupons (double to $1.50) printed from here (if you don't see the coupon offer when the page loads, click the left dot on the scrolling screen in the upper part of the page)
Note: These are also part of the above gas points promo.
2 bags Luden's cough drops - $0.50 each, see notesOn sale 10/$10, used a $1 off 2 coupon printed from here
Note: These each earn 5 bonus anniversary points. Also, I noticed today that many of the bags on the shelf at my store had $1 off 2 peelie coupons attached.
The retail cost of this transaction was $39.29 and after coupons and discounts I paid $12.50, for a savings of 68%.  My gas discount is now up to $0.90 off per gallon.

I have some more coupons I'd like to use this week, so it looks like I'll make 1, possibly 2, more trips to the store.  Until then, happy shopping!

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

More 11/11 - 11/17 Tops cheapies: cough drops, pineapple, unadvertised meat & more

I'm back to shopping multiple times at Tops this week in order to maximize my gas points (10 points per manufacturer coupon, maximum of 100 points per transaction), so here is a run-down of my 2nd and 3rd shopping trip deals of this week:
Trip 2

2 pouches Betty Crocker cookie mix - $0.80 each, see note
On sale 2/$4, used 2 $0.60 coupons (double to $1.20) printed from here (there is also a $0.50 coupon that will double to $1 available here)
Note: Be sure you activate the $0.50 eCoupon at Savingstar before you shop so you can get some money back.

6 jars Ragu pasta sauce - $0.83 each, see noteOn sale 3/$5, no coupon but part of a store promo where you get $5 off instantly when you purchase 6 select products
Note: These count towards the $5 off $20 Unilever eCoupon deal at Savingstar. Activate it before you head out to the store.

3 cans Dole pineapple - $0.67 each
On sale 10/$10, used a $1 off 3 coupon printed from here

4 boxes Stove Top stuffing - $0.50 eachOn sale 10/$10, used 2 $1 off 2 coupons printed from here but seems to be no longer available (sorry!)

4 cartons Coffee-Mate creamer - 2 @ $0.50 each, 2 @ $0.90 each
On sale 2/$4, used 2 $0.75 coupons (double to $1.50) printed from here and 2 $0.55 coupons (double to $1.10) found here (must register)

2 bags Luden's cough drops - $0.50 each
On sale 10/$10, used a $1 off 2 coupon printed from here
Note: These each earn 5 bonus anniversary points.

1 Jennie-O breakfast sausage - $0.80, see note
Regularly priced at $3.99, marked down to $0.80 due to a close sell by date
Note: These were an unadvertised deal I found in the meat cooler case at the Mt. Read store -- look for the yellow clearance label on them.  They were marked down even further to $0.60 as of yesterday and there were still a lot of them left when I was there.

I also bought chicken breasts on sale for $1.79 per pound.

The retail cost of this trip of was $69.78 and I paid $21.72 after coupons and discounts, for a savings of 69%.



Trip 3

6 jars Ragu pasta sauce - $0.83 each, see noteOn sale 3/$5, no coupon but part of a store promo where you get $5 off instantly when you purchase 6 select products
Note: These count towards the $5 off $20 Unilever eCoupon deal at Savingstar.

4 boxes Kellogg's Krave cereal - $1.34 each
Priced at $3.99 each, used 4 $0.70 coupons (double to $1.40) found here, plus these are part of a store promo where you get $5 off instantly when you buy 4 select cereals

10 packages Margherita pepperoni - $1.28 eachOn sale B2G3F (2 @ $3.69 each), used 2 $1 off 2 coupons from here

4 bags Luden's cough drops - $0.50 each
On sale 10/$10, used 2 $1 off 2 coupons printed from here
Note: These each earn 5 bonus anniversary points.

2 cartons Coffee-Mate creamer - $0.90 each
On sale 2/$4, used 2 $0.55 coupons (double to $1.10) found here

5 Jennie-O breakfast sausages - $0.60 each
Regularly priced at $3.99, marked down to $0.60 due to a close sell by date

I need to build up my meat stash, so I bought more chicken breasts on sale for $1.79 per pound.

The retail cost of this 3rd transaction was $102.65 and after coupons and discounts I paid $38.49, for a savings of about 63%.

I'm now up to a gas discount of $0.60 per gallon, and I will probably make 1 more trip this week to increase that amount even more.

I hope you're all having a great week.  Happy shopping!

Sunday, November 11, 2012

Thank you, veterans! Go get a free meal. :-)

As the wife of a veteran, I just want to take the time to recognize all veterans and current service members for their sacrifices and dedication.  Thank you for everything you have done for us all!

And as a bonus, I just saw 2 ads on television featuring restaurant freebies for veterans and active military members:

Check out this info regarding a free entree at Applebees today, 11/11/12, and this info about a free Bloomin' Onion and Coke at Outback Steakhouse today and tomorrow, 11/12/12.

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Tops 11/11 - 11/17 trip #1: cheap stuffing, coffee creamer & pasta sauce

Today marks the start of the new gas points earning period at Tops, so in order to get the most out of my manufacturer coupons (10 gas points per coupon up to 100 gas points per transaction) I will be making multiple trips to the grocery store this week for sure.  Here is a look at today's grocery haul:
3 bottles Kraft dressing - $1.67 each, see note
On sale 5/$10, used a $1 off 2 coupon printed from here the other day but it doesn't seem to be available now (sorry!)
Note: These are part of a gas points promo where you earn an extra 200 points when you buy 7 select products.

4 Kraft Fresh Takes - $1.00 each, see note
On sale 4/$10, used 4 $0.75 coupons (double to $1.50) printed from here (if you don't see the coupon offer when the page loads, click the left dot on the scrolling screen in the upper part of the page)
Note: These are also part of the above gas points promo.

6 jars Ragu pasta sauce - $0.83 each, see note
On sale 3/$5, no coupon but part of a store promo where you get $5 off instantly when you purchase 6 select products
Note: These count towards the $5 off $20 Unilever eCoupon deal at Savingstar.  Make sure you activate it before you shop!

4 boxes Stove Top stuffing - $0.50 each
On sale 10/$10, used 2 $1 off 2 coupons printed from here but seems to be no longer available (sorry again!)

5 packages Margherita pepperoni - $1.28 each
On sale B2G3F (2 @ $3.69 each), used a $1 off 2 coupon from here

2 bottles Coffee Mate creamer - $0.50 each
On sale 2/$4, used 2 $0.75 coupons (double to $1.50) printed from here (must register -- also $0.55 coupons can be found here, making the final price $0.90 each after doubling)

I also bought boneless skinless chicken breasts, no coupon but on sale for $1.79/lb.

The total retail cost for my trip today was $90.73 and I paid $31.97 after coupons and discounts, for a savings of 65%. I have also earned a gas points discount of $0.30.

I will be definitely stocking up on more sale items and increasing my gas discount throughout the week, so look for more shopping updates and ideas to come.  Happy shopping!


Saturday, November 10, 2012

Reminder: Tops gas points expire today!!

 

If you worked hard earning gas points during the past earning period, make sure you don't forget to use them to get your gas discount. Gas points expire today, and it's use them or lose them. Check here for a list of Tops gas station locations.
 
I was able to earn a gas discount of $3.10 per gallon this time around, which enabled me to fill up my vehicle with a little over 17 gallons at $0.75/gallon.  It cost me $13.00 and saved me $53.10.  I love being able to save so much money at the gas station!
 
The next gas points earning period begins tomorrow, 11/12, and runs through 12/29.  It's time to start clipping those coupons and planning those shopping trips to take full advantage of gas points again!

Friday, November 9, 2012

Tops 11/4 - 11/10 shopping: free bacon, cheap cereal & more

This week I spent *way* over my typical grocery budget.  I really, really try to stay under $75 per week, I generally stay under $50, and I can often squeak by spending under $30.  I bought tons of groceries this week, so I am very well stocked in certain areas, and as much as I wish I didn't spend as much as I did I'm OK with the deals I picked up.  Since this week isn't a gas points earning period, I usually make just one large trip but I ended up making several trips in order to stay within Tops' coupon policy (doubling policy of 4 like coupons per transaction) and because I was able to find additional coupons and deals as the week progressed.  I only took a picture of the first trip, but I'll also recap my additional shopping trips:
Trip #1
6 boxes Pop Secret popcorn - $1.50 each
On sale 2/$4, used 3 $0.50 off 2 coupons (double to $1) printed from here

2 packages Nestle morsels - $1.38 each
On sale for $1.88 each, used a $0.50 off 2 coupon (doubles to $1) from here (must register)

8 boxes Ronzoni Healthy Harvest pasta - $0.50 each
On sale 10/$10, used 4 $1 off 2 coupons from their Facebook page

8 boxes (10-pk) Kool-Aid Jammers - $1.50 each
On sale $2 each, used 4 $1 off 2 coupons printed from here

4 Baker's Chocolate - $1.99 each
On sale for $2.99 each, used 4 0.50 coupons (double to $1) printed from here

2 bags (4 lbs) Domino Sugar - 1 @ $1.24, 1 @ $1.74
On sale for $2.49 each, used a $0.50 Tops in-ad coupon and a $0.75 off 2 printable coupon (doubles to $1.50) that is no longer available (there is a $1 off 2 printable here, though)

9 cans Chef Boyardee - $0.86 each, see notes
On sale 10/$10, used a $1.25 off 9 Catalina coupon I received on a previous trip
Notes: These each earned 5 bonus anniversary points.  It also triggered a $1 off 6 Catalina coupon.

4 bottles Diet Dr. Pepper - $0.61 each
On sale 3/$3.33, used 2 $1 off 2 coupons printed from here

8 StarKist tuna pouches - $0.83 each
On sale 3/$4, used 4 $1 off 2 coupons printed from here

4 packages Hormel Pepperoni - $1.90 each
On sale 2/$6, used 4 $0.55 coupons (double to $1.10) printed from here
Note: Each of these earned 5 bonus anniversary points

4 bottles International Delights coffee creamer - $0.90 each, see note
On sale 2/$4, used 4 $0.55 coupons (double to $1.10) printed from here
Note: Before shopping, be sure to activate the $5 off $15 eCoupon from SavingStar.  Purchases towards the eCoupon can happen over multiple shopping trips before 12/31/12.

12 Balance Bars - $0.67 each
On sale 10/$10, used 4 $1 off 3 coupons printed from here

1 box Post Cocoa Pebbles - $0.75
On sale 5/$10, used a $1.25 Catalina coupon from a previous trip
Note: Select marked boxes have coupons printed inside them, including a $0.75 coupon which will double to $1.50 when used on a future purchase.

1 box Post Fruity Pebbles - $1.00
On sale 5/$10, used a $1 Catalina coupon from a previous trip

I also bought produce and used a $3 Catalina coupon from a previous trip to help lower my out-of-pocket costs on these items.

The retail cost of this trip was $198.37 and I paid $86.31 after coupons and discounts, for a savings of 56%.

Trip #2
4 packages Nestle morsels - $1.38 each
On sale for $1.88 each, used 2 $0.50 off 2 coupons (double to $1) from here (must register)

4 boxes Ronzoni Healthy Harvest pasta - $0.50 each
On sale 10/$10, used 2 $1 off 2 coupons from their Facebook page

4 boxes (10-pk) Kool-Aid Jammers - $1.50 each
On sale $2 each, used 2 $1 off 2 coupons printed from here

2 Baker's Chocolate - $1.99 each
On sale for $2.99 each, used 2 0.50 coupons (double to $1) printed from here

6 cans Chef Boyardee - $0.83 each
On sale 10/$10, used the $1 off 6 Catalina coupon I received on trip #1
Note: These each earned 5 bonus anniversary points. It also triggered another $1 off 6 Catalina coupon.

8 bottles Diet Dr. Pepper - $0.61 each
On sale 3/$3.33, used 4 $1 off 2 coupons printed from here

4 StarKist tuna pouches - $0.83 each
On sale 3/$4, used 2 $1 off 2 coupons printed from here

1 box Post Cocoa Pebbles - $0.50
On sale 5/$10, used the $0.75 coupon (doubles to $1.50) from the box purchased in trip #1

2 packages Hormel Pepperoni - $1.90 each
On sale 2/$6, used 2 $0.55 coupons (double to $1.10) printed from here
Note: Each of these earned 5 bonus anniversary points

2 bottles International Delights coffee creamer - $0.90 each, see note
On sale 2/$4, used 2 $0.55 coupons (double to $1.10) printed from here
Note: Before shopping, be sure to activate the $5 off $15 eCoupon from SavingStar. Purchases towards the eCoupon can happen over multiple shopping trips before 12/31/12.

1 block Cabot cheese - $2.00, see note
On sale 2/$4, no coupons used (there is a $1 off 2 printable here (must register) that I had already printed and used previously)
Note: I'm pretty sure there was a $0.50 SavingStar coupon I had activated.  I don't see it listed now, but there is currently a $1.50 off 3 eCoupon there now you can activate before shopping.

6 Balance Bars - $0.67 each
On sale 10/$10, used 2 $1 off 3 coupons printed from here

I also bought some produce (no coupons).

The retail cost of trip #2 was $107.99 and I paid $49.77 after discounts and coupons, for a savings of approximately 54%.

Trip 3
6 cans Chef Boyardee - $0.83 each
On sale 10/$10, used the $1 off 6 Catalina coupon I received on trip #2
Note: These each earned 5 bonus anniversary points

6 bottles Dr. Pepper 10 - $0.61 each
On sale 3/$3.33, used 3 $1 off 2 coupons printed from here

2 packages Sister Schubert frozen mini baguettes - $1.50 each
On sale BOGO ($3.99), used a $0.50 coupon (doubles to $1) from the October issue of All You magazine (there is also a $0.50 printable on their Facebook page)

The total retail value for trip #3 was $29.76 and I paid $12.48 after coupons and discounts, for a savings of 58%.

Trip 4
4 boxes Hungry Jack pancake mix - $0.23 each, see note
On sale 2/$4, used 4 $0.55 coupons (double to $1.10) printed from here
Note: These, along with the Eagle condensed milk below, are part of a store promo where you earn $4 off automatically ($0.67 off each item) when you buy 6 select items.

2 cans Eagle sweetened condensed milk - $0.33 each, see note
On sale 2/$4, used 2 $0.50 coupons (double to $1) printed from here
Note: These were part of the above $4 off deal.

4 packages Butterball turkey bacon - FREE
On sale 2/$3, used 4 $0.75 coupons (double to $1.50) printed from here

I also bought some produce (no coupons).

The retail price of trip #4 was $29.79 but I paid just $3.29 after coupons and discounts, for a savings of 89%.

Trip 5
1 box Post Cocoa Pebbles - $0.50
On sale 5/$10, used the $0.75 coupon (doubles to $1.50) from the box purchased in trip #2

4 packages Butterball turkey bacon - FREE
On sale 2/$3, used 4 $0.75 coupons (double to $1.50) printed from here

The retail cost of this final trip was $8.77 but I paid only $0.50 after coupons and discounts, for a savings of 94%.

Overall, I paid $152.35 (a ton more than usual, but I'm well stocked for holiday baking, drinks for school lunches and more) for $374.68 worth of groceries, which is a savings of 59%.  Definitely not my best week, but still a decent haul in my opinion.

Until next time, happy shopping!

Saturday, November 3, 2012

Purina Cat Chow Healthy Weight - Free Sample

Get a 6 oz sample of New Purina Cat Chow Healthy Weight and a $1 coupon. Say yes and take the first step toward a long, healthy life together. 

Click here to get your free sample.  I'm not a cat person, but I have so many neighbors with cats that I'm sure I'll be able to pass this freebie on to a good home!

Free Vacation Planning DVD

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Eating Well Digital Magazine - Free Issue

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Free Carseat Canopy

Click on the picture above, select any canopy you would like (be sure to go to their sizing page so you can get the right size carrier for you). Once you have selected your size, you will automatically be directed to the "shopping bag" where you can enter the promo code “ENBABY” This promo code will take off 100% of the canopy purchase and all you are required to pay are the shipping fees. You can use the code more than once - you just have to open a new browser/window to do so. Due to its nature, this offer can't last long so please hurry!