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May 2009

Karen’s Birthday Giveaway Week!

by Nicole on May 31, 2009

It’s Karen the Frugal RI Mama’s birthday this week and she is hosting a week of giveaways to celebrate!

To kick off the week, her giveaway today is for a $100 Amazon e-certificate from Mr. Rebates. I’ve blogged about Mr. Rebates before here and absolutely love it! You can enter Karen’s giveaway here.

Make sure to check her site every day for a new giveaway – she’s even got one valued at $399.99 that is something we all could use! On her actual birthday, which is Wednesday, she’ll be doing a live giveaway that you won’t want to miss. Check out her post explaining her week long celebration here.

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CVS 5/31-6/6

by Nicole on May 31, 2009

Karen at Frugal RI Mama has this week’s best CVS match-ups and deals here. The highlights are:

CVS Facial Tissue, On Sale $.89 (limit 8)

Milk 1 gallon, On Sale $2.79
Get $1.00 ECB’s (this may vary from store to store)
Final Cost: $1.79

Speedstick & Lady Speedstick, On Sale 2.49
Get $1 ECB (limit 2)
Final Cost: $1.49

I didn’t see anything I needed and don’t have any expiring ECB’s so I’m skipping this week. There aren’t too many ECB deals so I also didn’t put together a scenario. Shop at Walgreens and follow my scenario in that post if you’re looking for some great deals!

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Walgreens 5/31-6/6

by Nicole on May 31, 2009

Karen at Frugal RI Mama has this week’s Walgreens match-ups for you. I’m highlighting what I think are the best but to get a bigger list please read her full post here.

Countor / Breeze 2 Meter, On Sale $10
Get $10 Register Reward
Use $30 (up to) cpn in 10-26-08 RP, 2-1-09 RP or 3-22-09 SS
Final Cost: FREE + $10 overage with RR

Chinet, On Sale 2/$3.00
Use $1.00 cpn in 5-3-09 SS insert
Final Cost: $.50 each

Ecotrin, On Sale $2.00
Get $2.00 Register Reward
Use $2.00 cpn in 5-17-09 SS insert
Final Cost: FREE + $2.00 overage after RR

I don’t have any RR’s that are expiring today and there wasn’t anything that I needed this week, so I am skipping my own personal trip. If you want to start shopping at Walgreens this week, you could do this deal which assumes you start with no Register Rewards and you have access to 2 Sunday coupon inserts each week (ask a neighbor or your family, or co-workers for an extra set of them!):

Transaction 1:
Countor / Breeze 2 Meter, On Sale $10
Get $10 Register Reward
Use $30 (up to) cpn in 10-26-08 RP, 2-1-09 RP or 3-22-09 SS (coupon will have to be adjusted down)
Final Cost: FREE + you get $10 RR

Transaction 2:
Bic Soleil Disposable Razor $4.99
Get $1 Register Reward
Use the $3 coupon from the 5/17 SS
Final cost: $.99 (buy 1 and use 1 coupon for a total of $.99)

Ecotrin, On Sale $2.00
Get $2.00 Register Reward
Use $2.00 cpn in 5-17-09 SS insert
Or the $2 coupon from here or here (you have to sign up to get the coupon)
Final Cost: FREE + $2.00 overage after RR (buy 1 and use 1 coupon for a total of $-2.00)

Aquafresh Toothpaste .99 with in ad coupon
Use the .75 coupon from here
Final cost .24! (buy 2 and use 2 coupons for a total of $.48)

Dentek Floss Picks (35-90 ct) buy one at $2.99 get one FREE
Use 2 $1 coupons from here
Final cost: $.49 each! (buy 2 and use 2 coupons for a total of $.98)

Dove Single Bar Soap .99
Use the $1 Dove Face Care coupon from the 5/17RP
Final cost: FREE! (buy 2 and use 2 coupons for both to be FREE)

Chinet, On Sale 2/$3.00
Use $1.00 cpn in 5-3-09 SS insert
Final Cost: $.50 each (buy 2 and use 2 coupons for a total of $1.00)

Ban, On Sale 2/$3.00
Get $1 RR wyb 2
Use $1.00/2 cpn in 5-31-09 insert
Final Cost: $1.00 for 2 or $.50 each (buy 2 and use 2 coupons for a total of $1.00)

Country Time, On Sale $1.99
Use $1.50/2 coupon from the coupons.com blue widget on my right sidebar
Final Cost: $2.48 for 2 (buy 2 and use 1 coupon for a total of $2.48)

100 Calorie Bars, On Sale 2/$5.00
Use $1.00 cpn in 05-03-09 SS insert
Final Cost: $1.50 each (buy 2 and use 2 coupons for a total of $3.00)

Crystal Light 2.1 oz. or 10 pk on the go $1.99
Use the $1 coupon or $2/2 coupon from the coupons.com blue widget on my right sidebar
Final cost .99! (buy 2 and use the $2/2 for a total of $1.98)

Your total is now $9.91 – you’ll need to get one filler item with a value of at least $.09 and you can’t use a coupon on it to be able to use your $10RR on this transaction. You need to get to $10 pre-tax. I found some kids pens and pencils on clearance last week for just about $.10 that would work well here.

You’ll then just pay tax and have gotten 19 items for FREE plus you’ll leave with $4 in Register Rewards to use in the future!

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Publix 5/28-6/2

by Nicole on May 31, 2009

Sheri at Swaggrabber has this week’s Publix match-ups. I’m highlighting what I think are the best below but you’ll definitely want to read her to post here for the full list as well as an explanation of her abbreviations.

If you don’t have a Publix near you, please visit The Grocery Gathering at Be Centsable where you can find match-ups for stores all over the country!

Kraft Macaroni and Cheese BOGO $1.29-
Use the B3G1 Free PRINTABLE coupon
$.32 each after coupon – GREAT PRICE!!!

Purina Beneful Dog or Puppy Food BOGO $5.49-
Use two $3/1 PRINTABLE coupons-
OR Use two $3.50/1 PRINTABLE coupons
FREE plus overage after coupons – Possibly profit $1.50

Taco Bell Home Original Dinners BOGO $2.69-
Use the $1/1 coupons found in the July All You Magazine—
most people should only have one of these
$.84 each after one coupon – $.34 if you are lucky enough to have two

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Winn-Dixie 5/27-6/2

by Nicole on May 30, 2009

Sheri at Swaggrabber has this week’s Winn-Dixie match-ups and deals. I’m highlighting what I think are the best below but for the whole list (and an explanation of her abbreviations) please visit her full post here. If you don’t have a Winn-Dixie near you, visit The Grocery Gathering at Be Centsable to find match-ups for most stores throughout the country!

Dole Salad Kits or Blends BOGO $3.99 -
Use the $1.50/2 blends coupon found in the 05-17-09 RP insert
$1.24 each after coupons

Easy Mac Cups 10/$10 = $1.00 each-
Use the BOGO PRINTABLE coupon
$.50 each after coupon wyb 2

Kraft Barbeque Sauce $.88 each – ongoing-
Use the $.75/1 coupon found in the 05-03-09 SS insert-
OR Use the $1/1 PRINTABLE coupon
FREE to $.13 each after coupon

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Coupon Preview 5/31

by Nicole on May 30, 2009

Tomorrow’s paper will have 1 Smartsource insert (SS) and 1 Red Plum insert (RP). Here are the 10 best coupons I see from the list – remember some coupons are regional so depending on where you live you may or may not get all of them.

*Cutter Insect Repellent (excludes Cutter Flea & Tick products) $2 (exp. 8/1/09)
*Aveeno Nourish+ Hair Care Collection Shampoo, Conditioner, or Treatment $2 (exp. 8/31/09)
*Pedigree Dentastix All Natural Treats for Dogs $1.50 (exp. 7/25/09)
*Bisquick or Bisquick Heart Smart Baking Mix, 40oz+ .60 (exp. 7/25/09)
*Dole Mandarin Oranges, 11 or 15oz cans $1 on 3 (exp. 7/31/09)
*Eskimo Pie $1 (exp. 8/31/09)
*Hamburger Helper, Tuna Helper, or Chicken Helper Home Cooked Skillet Meals .75/3 (exp. 7/25/09)
*Healthy Choice Fresh Mixers .75 (exp. 7/12/09)
*Bayer Aspirin, 10ct+ or any Heart Healthy Advantage $1 (exp. 8/31/09)
*Softsoap or Irish Spring Body Wash, 15oz+ $1 (exp. 6/27/09)

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Top 10 Giveaways! 5/30

by Nicole on May 30, 2009

Don’t forget to enter my 2 current giveaways:
1. Keurig Platinum Brewer, ends June 7
2. Bob Evans FREE products, ends June 7

Here are this week’s Top 10 Giveaways. Please read each giveaway post and follow the instructions carefully as they vary widely by blogger. Let me know if you win!

1. Energizer Bunny’s Mommy Reports – $25 gift certificate to Ecostore USA (ends June 6)
2. Coupon Queens of Laurel Run – 5 in 1 Tasty Baker (ends June 5)
3. The Johnson’s Jungle – $50 giftcard to Grand Lux Cafe (ends June 14)
4. Frugal RI Mama - Debi Derryberry’s Baby Banana CD (ends June 5)
5. Free Sample Freak - Tamogatchi Music Stars (ends June 16)
6. Recipes for Moms – Serious Texas BBQ Gift Box (ends June 5)
7. Life Starring Ellie & Eve – Best Buy Techie Dad (ends June 11)
8. MomStart - Coffee Bean Direct Gift Basket (ends June 29)
9. 3 Garnets & 2 Sapphires (with MomStart, Life Starring Ellie & Eve and Blessings Abound) – Lands End – adirondack chair, hammock, cooler tote (ends June 11)
10. A Pysch Mommy – Celebrate Life Nutrition Chocolate Truffles (ends June 5)

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Publix Coupon Policy

by Nicole on May 29, 2009

I have been receiving many emails from readers who have had trouble at Publix when using a coupon for each item when you buy 2 items as part of a Buy 1 Get 1 FREE promotion. I have never had problems doing this at Publix but decided to email to request their coupon policy since I was receiving more and more emails on the topic. Their policy clearly states that you CAN use 2 coupons, 1 for each item, even if on a BOGO deal. I suggest printing this and bringing it with you to the store and if you have problems that the manager doesn’t help with, contact Customer Service for resolution of the issue.

Here is the email I received from Publix Customer Service when I asked for their coupon policy:

“Thank you for your email. We appreciate our customers taking the time to contact us. At your request, we have provided our coupon policy below. Please see the store management if you have questions or concerns.

We will always comply with all rules and regulations that are printed on a coupon.

If a product is on a Buy One and Get One Free promotion you can use one manufacturer’s coupon on each item.

If a product is purchased with a Buy One and Get One Free manufacturer coupon no other manufacturer’s coupon can be used on the same item.

There is a limit of one Manufacturer’s coupon and one Publix coupon per item if no limit is mentioned.

Publix will accept “cents off” Internet Coupons for $5.00 or less. We will accept “free product” Internet coupons for $5.00 or less. We also reserve the right to reject any Internet coupon that does not appear to be legitimate or does not scan properly. Internet coupons valued over $5.00 should be approved by a Manager or Customer Service Team Leader.

Also, we accept traditional supermarket competitor coupons. Please see your store manager for more details, as there is no written policy on this.

Again, thank you for taking the time to contact us. If we can be of any further assistance regarding this matter, please either call our Consumer Relations toll-free number at 1-800-242-1227, write us at the Publix Super Markets Corporate Office, PO Box 407, Lakeland, FL 33802, ATTN: Consumer Relations, or contact us at our website, publix.com and mention your reference number”

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I’m a Shop it to Me Trendsetter!

May 29, 2009

I have blogged previously about how much I love Shop It To Me and the great savings it offers its users here. I’m proud to announce that I am now a Shop It To Me Trendsetter! You can find my profile featured here. To sign up to receive the Shop It To Me alerts when [...]

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Friday FREEBIES and great deals!

May 29, 2009

Here are this week’s FREEBIES and great deals: FREE Homemade Simple coupon booklet (new link!) FREE coupon for $5 off Eukanuba FREE sample of Yogi TeaFREE glue-dot samples FREE water test kit from Morton Salt FREE Queso or Sopapillas at On The Border – enter your cell phone in the box on the bottom left [...]

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Allure FREEBIES

May 28, 2009

On June 1, 2, 3, and 4th, be one of the first 500 starting at Noon Eastern time each day to log on and you can win the following products:*Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition 3-Minute Undo Dryness Reversal Treatment*Good Skin Labs Tri-Aktiline Total Face Moisturizer*N.Y.C. New York Color Mosaic Bronzing Powder*Lippmann Collection 10th Anniversary Set Some [...]

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FREE for diabetics

May 28, 2009

Do you or someone you know suffer from diabetes? You can get a FREE diabetic meal planner by clicking here. This will sign you up for Quality Health (FREE to join and stay a member of) and you will receive daily emails from them, so use your separate “deals” email account. You can unsubscribe at [...]

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Food FREEBIES

May 28, 2009

There have been so many food FREEBIES lately and here are some new ones I wanted to share with you: Saturday, May 30 – Walmart will be giving away FREE ice cream between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Choose from Dibs Snack Bag, Blue Bunny Aspen Frozen Yogurt Granola Bar or Ben & Jerry’s Flipped [...]

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Corporate Research International

May 27, 2009

Corporate Research International is a mystery shopping company that I have completed several shops with. They have many of the quick shops such as gas stations and pizza shops. They pay extremely fast for the industry and I have found that their editors are not overly picky like some other companies. It’s of course FREE [...]

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Bob Evans Review & Giveaway!

May 27, 2009

Bob Evans has re-designed their website so that it includes information about their restaurants such as a locator and a menu, as well as information about their grocery store products. There are even recipes on the site. There is also a kids section where kids can preview the kids menu and download some “super cool [...]

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FREE Crafting Site

May 27, 2009

You can sign up for FREE for FaveCrafts to get free information on your favorite crafts such as knitting, holiday crafts, kids crafts, etc. Remember to use your separate “deals” email address. These tips and patterns are great for rainy days in the house!

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Office Depot FREEBIES after rebate

May 26, 2009

Office Depot has 5 items that are FREE after rebate this week! You’ll need an original receipt for each item you send a rebate for, so it may make sense to do separate transactions. I love rebates and do them frequently. Just read the directions on the rebate form and make a copy of everything [...]

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Keurig Platinum Brewer Review & GIVEAWAY!

May 26, 2009

I admit that I am guilty of stopping most mornings to get coffee from a drive-through. Not only does it take up precious time that I typically don’t have as I scramble to get to work, but it seriously adds up! That $1.50 cup of coffee is $7.50 per week, or $32.25 per month, or [...]

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A Full Cup

May 26, 2009

I often get emails from readers wanting to know how I find out about the great deals I post about? There are a lot of sources I use but A Full Cup is one of the main ones. A Full Cup is a frugal community that is FREE to join. There is an awesome forum [...]

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Printable coupon update

May 25, 2009

Since there were no coupon inserts in yesterday’s paper due to the holiday, I thought I would bring you an updated list of printable coupons that can be printed right from my blog! You can access these coupons from the blue widget on my right sidebar that has 3 coupons on it. Click to scroll [...]

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