Monday, March 30, 2009

Chattanooga Area Couponology101 Workshop

I have been couponing since November of last year, but I really started increasing my savings towards the end of December/beginning of January.

Since January 1, 2009:

Total Before Savings: $1,729.83
Total Out Of Pocket: $531.98
Total Savings: $1197.85

All that savings in just 3 months!

Want to learn how I've achieved these savings and how you can do the same? I'm hosting a Couponology Workshop in the Chattanooga area on Saturday April 4, 2009 (THIS SATURDAY!) and would LOVE it if you could attend!

Time: 10 am - 12 noon
Where: New Heights Baptist Church. Directions HERE.
Cost: $5

We will be covering topics such as:
  • Why use coupons (as if it isn't obvious already!)
  • The rules of couponing
  • How to get the most out of your coupons and where to get coupons
  • How to find the best deals
  • The ins and outs of our local stores
  • and much, much more
I need to have enough materials for everyone that attends, so please RSVP via a comment on this post, or e-mail me at heather.r.phillips@gmail.com if you would like to come.

We will have lots of fun and even a few door prizes --- not to mention learning how to save BIG!

Hope to see you there!

Publix Sneak PeekL 4/1 - 4/? Chattanooga Area

Supposedly the end date for this sale will be 4/11 because of Easter ... we shall see :)

BOGOs:


Breyers Ice Cream, 48 oz carton, save up to 4.99

Ocean Spray Juice or Juice Cocktail, 101 or 101.4 oz bottle, save up to 5.39

Sun-Maid Natural California Raisins, 24 oz canister, save up to 3.69

Bantry Bay Mussels, 16 oz pkg, save up to 4.99

Diner's Choice Mashed Potatoes original, sweet, sour cream & chives, country style or garlic, 32 oz pkg, save up to 3.69

Medium Shrimp Ring and cocktail sauce, shrimp, 12 oz, sauce 6 oz, 18 oz pkg, save up to 11.99

Smithfield Bacon, Naturally Hickory Smoked, regular or thick-sliced, 16 oz pkg, save up to 3.99

Banquet Brown 'N Serve Sausage Links or Patties, 6.4 or 7 oz pkg, save up to 1.89

Et Tu Spinach Salad Kit or Caesar, Italian or Light Italian or Caesar Vinaigrette Box, 4.7 oz, save up to 2.50

Tropicana Orange Juice or Juice Beverages or Ruby Red Grapefruit, 100% pure, not from concentrate, 64 oz carton, save up to 3.79

Simply Potatoes Mashed Potatoes original, country, garlic or sour cream & chive, or sweet potatoes, 24 oz pkg, save up to 2.59

I Can't Believe It's Not Butter Spread: 2 pk 7.5 oz tub, 15 oz tub, 16 oz carton, 10 oz bottle or spray 8 oz bottle, save up to 2.39

Athenos Hummus, located in the deli, 7 oz cup, save up to 2.99

Ghirardelli Chocolate Chips Semi-Sweet, Bittersweet 60% Cocoa, Classic White, or Milk Chocolate, 11 to 12 oz bag, save up to 2.99

Ocean Spray Craisins, 6 oz bag, save up to 2.29

Lipton Family Size Tea Bags Iced Brew, 24 ct, (excluding decaf), save up to 2.59

Mrs. Paul's Breaded Fish Sticks or Fillets, 10.1 to 11.4 oz pkg, or Light Flounder Fillets, Select Cuts Fried Clams, or Battered Haddock, 8 oz pkg, save up to 4.49

Cool Whip Whipped Topping, 8 oz bowl, save up to 1.49

Mott's Applesauce original, cinnamon, or natural unsweetened, 46 or 48 oz jar, save up to 2.73

Duncan Hines Brownie Mix Chocolate Lover's or Candy Shop, 16.76 to 18 oz box, save up to 2.59

General Mills Cereal Fiber One, Total, Wheaties, Raisin Nut Bran, Raisin Bran Crunch, Basic 4, Oatmeal Crisp or Honey Nut Clusters, 14.25 to 18.25 oz box, save up to 4.29

Duncan Hines Moist Deluxe Cake Mis, 17.52 to 18.5 oz box, (excluding Angel Food and Decadent Carrot Cake) save up to 1.63

Ronzoni Pasta, 8 to 16 oz box, save up to 1.99

McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract, 2 oz bottle, save up to 8.49

Kraft Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner or Kraft Velveeta Shells & Cheese or Rotini & Cheese, 9.4 to 14. oz box, save up to 1.99

Swanson Broth, 14 oz can, save up to 1.09

Ragu Pasta Sauce, 16 to 26.3 oz jar or 13.5 oz pouch, save up to 3.29

Kellogg's Cereal Froot Loops, Corn Pops, Apple Jacks, Smacks or Rice Krispies, 11.2 to 16.5 oz or Cereal Straws or Grab 'N Go packs, 5.3 to 8.8 oz box, save up to 3.99

Del Monte Tomatoes, 14.5 oz can, save up to 1.39

Kraft Mayonnaise or Miracle Whip Dressing, 32 oz jar, save up to 3.99

Kraft or Seven Seas Dressing 16 oz bottle, or Good Seasons, 14 oz bottle, save up to 2.75

Mt. Olive Pickles, 16 to 46 oz jar, or 4 pk, 3.7 oz cont., save up to 2.79

A.1 Steak Sauce, 10 oz bottle, save up to 4.19

Nabisco Baked Snack Crackers or Wheat Crackers, 7 to 10 oz box, save up to 2.75

General Mills Chex Mix, 8.75 oz bag or Cheerios, Gardetto's or Bugles, 7.5 to 8.6 oz bag, ave up to 2.53

Orville Redenbacher's Popping Corn, Gourmet Microwave, 6 or 10 pk, 12 to 19.8 oz box, save up to 4.89

Lay's Potato Chips, 10.5 to 13.25 oz bag, (excluding Baked!, Light and Natural), save up to 3.99

Thomas' English Muffins original, plain, 12 oz pkg, save up to 2.99

Dove Chocolate Easter Eggs or Dark Rich or Milk Chocolate, 8.5 or 9.5 oz bag, save up to 3.79

Keebler Club Crackers, 9 to 16 oz box, save up to 3.99

Emerald Nuts, 10 or 11 oz canister, save up to 5.79

Other specials of note:
50% off Birds Eye Frozen Vegetables, 10 to 13 oz bag, or Corn on the Cob, 4 ct

50% off Sara Leet Desserts, 7 to 30 oz box

30% off Publix Premium Cake Pans

FREE Edge Shave Gel at Walgreens!


This is an unadvertised deal that I heard about from Stephanie over at The Coupon Game. I figured I would try it out to see if it would work, and it did!

This week, when you buy Edge Shave Gel for $2.49, you'll get a $3 RR back! That is a $.51 money maker!

Sunday, March 29, 2009

Win BIG with Swag Bucks!


When's the last time you were PAID for searching the internet? I'm guessing not recently. Well, that's all about to change!

I've been using SwagBucks as my search engine for the past two months or so, and I have already earned $50 in Amazon.com gift cards! What's the catch? No catch - just sign up, search as you would using any other engine, and win. You even get 3 bonus bucks just for joining!

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Friday, March 27, 2009

Food Lion's Big Book of Health & Beauty


Food Lion has a coupon booklet out and it is FULL of great savings! I found mine on the H&B end-cap, but if you can't find one in your local FL just ask an employee where you can locate one.

Manufacturer's Coupons:
$1/2 Suave Professionals Hair Care Products (exp. 3/31)
$1/2 Dial Body Washes
$1/1 ACT Restoring or ACT Fluoride Rinse Mouthwash (exp. 4/1)
$1/1 One A Day Multivitamin 50 ct or Larger
$1/1 Playtex Gentle Glide Tampons 18 ct. (exp. 3/31)
$1/1 Elations Joint Supplement Drinks 6 pk
$1/1 Kotex Pads, Lightdays, Pantiliners, or Security Tampons
$1/1 Kelloggs All-Bran Fiber Bars, Rolled Fiber Wafers, or Fiber Drink Mixes (exp. 3/31)
$1/1 Kelloggs Special K Protein Product (exp. 3/31)

Store Coupons:
$.50/1 Gillette Hair Care Product
$.50/1 Gillette Body Wash
$.50/1 Gillette Antiperspirant or Deodorant
$.50/1 Oral-B Advantage Toothbrush
$.50/1 Crest Premium Toothpaste 4.6 - 6.2 oz

(Don't forget - these can be used at Publix if your local store takes competitor coupons!)

Thursday, March 26, 2009

Win FREE Pace Products for LIFE!

I don't know about you, but we can go through some serious salsa around my house. That being said, Pace is giving you a chance to win a lifetime supply of Pace products! And if you don't win that, you have a 1 in 20 chance of winning a coupon for $4 any Pace product!
(I just won a coupon and it lets you print multiples!!!)


View the details HERE.

Chattanooga Area Couponology101 Workshop

I have been couponing since November of last year, but I really started increasing my savings towards the end of December/beginning of January.

Since January 1, 2009:

Total Before Savings: $1,661.54
Total Out Of Pocket: $517.47
Total Savings: $1144.07

All that savings in just 3 months!

Want to learn how I've achieved these savings and how you can do the same? I'm hosting a Couponology Workshop in the Chattanooga area on Saturday April 4, 2009 and would LOVE it if you could attend!

Time: 10 am - 12 noon
Where: New Heights Baptist Church. Directions HERE.
Cost: $5

We will be covering topics such as:
  • Why use coupons (as if it isn't obvious already!)
  • The rules of couponing
  • How to get the most out of your coupons and where to get coupons
  • How to find the best deals
  • The ins and outs of our local stores
  • and much, much more
I need to have enough materials for everyone that attends, so please RSVP via a comment on this post, or e-mail me at heather.r.phillips@gmail.com if you would like to come.

We will have lots of fun and even a few door prizes --- not to mention learning how to save BIG!

Hope to see you there!

CVS, Publix & Food Lion: 64% Savings

I just realized that this is a TERRIBLE picture, but oh well ... too late now. It's the savings that really counts, anyway!

Here's how I did on my CVS, Food Lion and CVS shopping trips for the week:

CVS
Transaction 1 (My ECB Card):
Gillette Fusion Razor: $7.99 (Rain check) - $4 MFR = $3.99 & Received $4 ECB
CVS Vitamin D Tablets: $2.99 & Received $3 ECB
Crest Pro-Health Mouthwash: $3.49 - $.75 MFR = $2.74 & Received $3.49 ECB
Travel Size GoldBond Powder (Filler): $.99

-$5/$15 CVS Q
ECBs left for My card: $10.49

Transaction 2 (K's ECB Card):
Gillette Fusion Razor: $9.99 - $4 MFR = $5.99
CVS Vitamin D Tablets: $2.99 & Received $3 ECB
Crest Pro-Health Mouthwash: $3.49 - $.75 MFR = $2.74 & Received $3.49 ECB

-$5/$15 CVS Q
-$5 ECB from last week
ECBs left for K's card: $11.48

Total CVS OOP: $8.26
Total CVS Savings: $29.05
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Food Lion
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: 10.77 lb @ $1.79/lb Sale = $19.27
Del Monte Russet Potatoes: 5 lb bag Sale = $2.49
Bolthouse Farms Carrots: $2.49
Celery: $1.89
Edge Shave Gel: Clearance $1.33

FL OOP: $27.47
FL SAVINGS: $36.79
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Publix
Transaction 1
Tide HE Detergent 32 Load: $7.99 - $1 MFR Q - $1 P&G/Publix Q = $5.99
Dawn Dish Detergent: $1.99 - $.50/1 MFR Q (doubled) - $1 P&G/Publix Q = FREE
Publix Reusable Shopping Tote: $.99 - Q for Free tote in P&G/Publix coupon book = FREE

Transaction 2
(Go HERE to see the coupons for this transaction)
Doritos: $1.99
Snack Factory Pretzel Crisps (2): $.60/ea
Taco Bell Dinner Kit: $1.35
Kelloggs FiberPlus Chocolate Chip Granola Bars (2): $.85/ea
Uncle Bens Rice (2): $1/ea
Immaculate Baking Co Cookie Dough (4): $1.24/ea
Motts Apple Juice: $1
Charmin Mega 6 Roll: $4.99
Lysol Pourable Cleaner (4): $.59/ea
Hefty Disposable Roasting Pan: $2.49
Dial Soap Bar 3-packs (10): $.50/ea

Publix OOP: $35.49
Publix Savings: $62.46
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TOTAL BEFORE SAVINGS: $199.52
TOTAL OOP: $71.22
TOTAL SAVINGS: $128.30 --- 64%

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Coupon Update: Publix 3/25-3/31

If you've already received your Spring '09 Publix GreenWise magazine then you probably know what I'm about to say :)

In this magazine is a coupon for $1/2 Immaculate Baking Co. cookie dough, which is BOGO $3.49 at Publix this week. Using the coupon they will be $2.49/2 ($1.24/ea)!

If you're not signed up for GreenWise magazine, you can do so HERE.

Spring 2009 Publix GreenWise Magazine

I opened my mailbox today and was greeted by a new edition of the Publix GreenWise magazine! If you're not signed up for Publix's quarterly magazines then you're truly missing out! Each and every one you receive has recipes, helpful articles, and coupons. Hurry over and sign up HERE!

This quarter's GreenWise magazine features lots of yummy recipes (that salmon burger recipe is calling my name), tips on eating healthier, and keeping the earth a little greener. (Not to mention some great coupons!)



MFR Coupons:
$1/1 half gallon Silk soymilk
$5/1 Brita water pitcher OR replacement filter
$1/1 Seventh Generation product

Publix Coupons:
$1/4 6oz cups Rachel's Yogurt
$1/2 Immaculate Baking Co. cookie dough (BOGO THIS WEEK!!!)
$1/1 half gallon Horizon organic milk

Monday, March 23, 2009

Publix Coupon Match-Ups: 3/25 - 3/31 Chattanooga Area

BOGO:

  • select Pepsi products 2 liter save up to 1.59
    = $.79/ea

  • Gatorade asst varieties 64 oz bottle save up to 2.50
    -$1/1 - 2/1 RP (Gatorade or G2 Power Packs box) = $.25/ea

  • Reese's peanut butter eggs or Hershey's milk chocolate candy bars: plain or with almonds; or special dark, Kit Kat, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, 6 pk 7.2 to 9.6 oz pkg. save up to 3.99
    = $1.99/ea

  • M&Ms chocolate candies big party bag: milk chocolate or peanut; or large bag: almond, peanut butter, dark chocolate, or dark chocolate peanuts, 15.9 to 19.2 oz bag save up to 4.69
    = $2.34/ea

  • Perdue Chicken: breaded chicken breast nuggets or chicken tenders or breaded chicken nugget fun shapes, USDA inspected, fully cooked, 12 oz pkg. save up to 4.39
    = $2.19/ea

  • Oscar mayer beef franks regular, light, bun length, XXL, or jumbo, 16 oz pkg save up to 3.99
    = $1.99/ea

  • Kellogg's Fiberplus chewy bars antioxidants: dark chocolate almond or chocolate chips, 6.3 oz box save up to 3.19
    = $.75/1 HERE = $.84/ea

  • Nabisco Oreo Wafer Sticks Fun Stix: chocolate or golden, 5 oz box save up to 3.49
    = $1.74/ea

  • Pepperidge Farm Goldfish, Grahams Baked Graham Snacks: cinnamon, honey or chocolate 6.6 oz bag save up to 2.19
    = $1.09/ea

  • Snack Factory Pretzel Crisps asst varieties 6 oz pkg, excludes chocolate and peanut butter chocolate save up to 3.19
    = $1/1 HERE = $.59/ea

  • Taco Bell Home Originals Dinner asst varieties 10.75 to 16.35 oz box save up to 2.69
    = $1.34/ea

  • Pompeiian olive oil 32 oz bottle save up to 10.99
    - $1/1 HERE = $4.49/ea

  • Lindsay California ripe pitted olives 6 oz can save up to 1.99
    = $.99/ea

  • Kellogg's frosted mini wheats cereal asst varieties 14.5 to 20.4 oz box or unfrosted mini wheats 18 oz box save up to 4.19
    -$1/1 - 2/22 RP = $1.09/ea
    -$.50/1 - 2/22 RP = $1.09/ea (with coupon doubled)

  • Uncle Ben's long grain and wild rice or brown and wild rice 6 to 6.7 oz box save up to 1.99
    -$.75/2 - 2/22 SS = $1.24/2 ($.62/ea)
    -$1/2 HERE = $.99/2 ($.49/ea)

  • Post cereal fruity or cocoa pebbles, honey comb, or alpha bits 13 to 14.5 oz box save up to 3.89
    -$.55/1 - 3/1 SS (Post Honeycomb Cereal) = $1.39/ea

  • Kellogg's nutri grain bars asst varieties, 6.7 to 10.8 oz box save up to 3.49
    = $1.74/ea

  • Betty Crocker premium muffin mix asst varieties 15.2 to 18.25 oz box save up to 2.59
    = $1.29/ea

  • Campbell's Select harvest soup asst varieties 18.6 to 18.8 oz can, excluding bowls save up to 2.39
    -$.50/2 - 2/8 SS = $1.39/2 ($.69/ea) (with coupon doubled)
    -$.50/2 - 1/4 SS = $1.39/2 ($.69/ea) (with coupon doubled)

  • Crystal Light drink or on the go mix or iced tea mix, live-active, immunity, or south beach living, asst varieties 10 or 12 qt canister or 10 or 14 ct box save up to 3.99
    - $1/2 HERE = $2.99/2 ($1.49/ea)

  • Publix microwave popcorn asst varieties 6 pk save up to 3.59
    = $1.79/ea

  • Nabisco Ritz crackers asst varieties save up to 3.49
    -$1/2 - 3/1 SS (Ritz Bitz varieties IF included in sale) = $2.49/2 ($1.24/ea)
    -$2/2 - 1/25 SS = $1.49/2 ($.74/ea)

  • Lance cookies crackers or wafers asst varieties10 to 14 oz pkg or 6 oz tray excluding variety packs and reduced fat items save up to 2.89
    = $1.45/ea

  • Life Savers candy or mints asst varieties, 6.25 oz bag or pops 4.2 oz bag save up to 1.89
    = $.94/ea

  • Doritos tortilla chips asst varieties 11.75 to 14.5 oz bag excluding baked, light and natural save up to 3.99
    = $1.99/ea

  • Immaculate Baking Co. Cookie Dough: chocolate chunk, vanilla sugar, or oatmeal raisin 14 oz bag save up to 3.49
    - $1/2 Spring '09 Publix GreenWise Magazine = $2.49/2 ($1.24/ea)

  • Swiss Miss Pudding vanilla, chocolate vanilla swirl, sugar free chocolate or tapioca 6 pk save up to 2.50
    = $1.25/ea

  • Contessa Restaurant Quality Meal 22 to 24 oz bag save up to 7.99
    -$1.50/2 HERE and HERE = $6.49/2 (3.24/ea)

  • Goodlife Recipe Food for Cats 2.7 or 3 pound bag surprisingly low price
    -$3/1 - 3/8 RP
    -$3/1 - 1/4 RP
    -$1/1 HERE
    -$2/1 HERE
    -$3/1 HERE

  • Glass Plus glass and window cleaner 32 oz bottle save up to 2.49
    -$.50/1 - 3/22 SS = $.24/ea (with coupon doubled)
    -$.50/1 - 2/8 SS = $.24/ea (with coupon doubled)
    -$1/1 HERE = $.24/ea

  • Lysol all purpose cleaner40 oz bottle save up to 3.19
    -$.50/1 - 1/25 SS = $.59/ea (with coupon doubled)
    -$.50/1 HERE and HERE = $.59/ea (with coupon doubled)
    AND: Buy 3 different Lysol products between 3/15 and 5/15, get $3 back HERE!

  • Chinet classic white dinner plates or platters, compartment plates, or lunch plates 24 to 55 ct pkg save up to 6.19
    -$1/1 - 1/25 SS = $2.09/ea
    -$1/1 HERE = $2.09/ea

  • Qtips cotton swabs regular or antimicrobial 300 or 375 ct box save up to 2.75
    = $1.37/ea

  • Dial bar soap or coast 3 ct 4 oz pkg (35 cent instant coupon savings on select products while quantities available) save up to 2.07
    -$.35/1 - 1/4 SS (Dial Multibar packs) = $.33/ea (with coupon doubled)
    -$.35/1 - 3/8 SS (
    Dial Multibar packs) = $.33/ea (with coupon doubled)

  • Right Guard Xtreme antiperspirant deodorant save up to 3.99
    = $1.99/ea

  • Publix Ranitidine 75 acid reducer tablets 40 ct box save up to 7.99
    = $3.99/ea

  • Earth's Best organic baby food asst varieties, 6 months and up, 4 oz jar save up to 1.09
    -$1/10 HERE (Permitted to print THREE coupons!) = $4.45/10 ($.44/ea)
    -$1/6 FL HERE = $2.27/6 ($.37/ea)
    OR combine the MFR and FL coupons for more savings!
    ---1 MFR & 1 FL = $3.45/10 ($.34/ea)
    ---2 MFR & 3 FL = $5.90/20 ($.29/ea)
    ---3 MFR & 5 FL = $8.35/30 ($27/ea)

Publix Sneak Peek : 3/25-3/31 Chattanooga Area (3/26 - 4/1 in Other Areas)

BOGO:

  • Select Pepsi products 2 liter save up to 1.59

  • Gatorade asst varieties 64 oz bottle save up to 2.50

  • Reese's peanut butter eggs or Hershey's milk chocolate candy bars: plain or with almonds; or special dark, Kit Kat, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, 6 pk 7.2 to 9.6 oz pkg. save up to 3.99

  • M&Ms chocolate candies big party bag: milk chocolate or peanut; or large bag: almond, peanut butter, dark chocolate, or dark chocolate peanuts, 15.9 to 19.2 oz bag save up to 4.69

  • Perdue breaded chicken breast nuggets or chicken tenders or breaded chicken nugget fun shapes, USDA inspected, fully cooked, 12 oz pkg. save up to 4.39

  • Oscar mayer beef franks regular, light, bun length, XXL, or jumbo, 16 oz pkg save up to 3.99

  • Kellogg's Fiberplus chewy bars antioxidants: dark chocolate almond or chocolate chips, 6.3 oz box save up to 3.19

  • Nabisco Oreo wafer sticks fun stix: chocolate or golden, 5 oz box save up to 3.49

  • Pepperidge Farm Goldfish, Grahams Baked Graham Snacks: cinnamon, honey or chocolate 6.6 oz bag save up to 2.19

  • Snack Factory pretzel crisps asst varieties 6 oz pkg, excludes chocolate and peanut butter chocolate save up to 3.19

  • Taco Bell home originals dinner asst varieties 10.75 to 16.35 oz box save up to 2.69

  • Pompeiian olive oil 32 oz bottle save up to 10.99

  • Lindsay California ripe pitted olives 6 oz can save up to 1.99

  • Kellogg's frosted mini wheats cereal asst varieties 14.5 to 20.4 oz box or unfrosted mini wheats 18 oz box save up to 4.19

  • Uncle Ben's long grain and wild rice or brown and wild rice 6 to 6.7 oz box save up to 1.99

  • Post cereal fruity or cocoa pebbles, honey comb, or alpha bits 13 to 14.5 oz box save up to 3.89

  • Kellogg's nutri grain bars asst varieties, 6.7 to 10.8 oz box save up to 3.49

  • Betty Crocker premium muffin mix asst varieties 15.2 to 18.25 oz box save up to 2.59

  • Campbell's Select harvest soup asst varieties 18.6 to 18.8 oz can, excluding bowls save up to 2.39

  • Crystal Light drink or on the go mix or iced tea mix, live-active, immunity, or south beach living, asst varieties 10 or 12 qt canister or 10 or 14 ct box save up to 3.99

  • Publix microwave popcorn asst varieties 6 pk save up to 3.59

  • Nabisco Ritz crackers asst varieties save up to 3.49

  • Lance cookies crackers or wafers asst varieties10 to 14 oz pkg or 6 oz tray excluding variety packs and reduced fat items save up to 2.89

  • Life Savers candy or mints asst varieties, 6.25 oz bag or pops 4.2 oz bag save up to 1.89

  • Doritos tortilla chips asst varieties 11.75 to 14.5 oz bag excluding baked, light and natural save up to 3.99

  • Immaculate Baking Co. cookie dough better bakes: chocolate chunk, vanilla sugar, or oatmeal raisin 14 oz bag save up to 3.49

  • Swiss Miss pudding vanilla, chocolate vanilla swirl, sugar free chocolate or tapioca 6 pk save up to 2.50

  • Contessa restaurant quality meal 22 to 24 oz bag save up to 7.99

  • Goodlife food for cats 2.7 or 3 pound bag surprisingly low price

  • Glass plus 32 oz bottle save up to 2.49

  • Lysol all purpose cleaner40 oz bottle save up to 3.19

  • Chinet classic white dinner plates or platters, compartment plates, or lunch plates 24 to 55 ct pkg save up to 6.19

  • Qtips cotton swabs regular or antimicrobial 300 or 375 ct box save up to 2.75

  • Dial bar soap or coast 3 ct 4 oz pkg (35 cent instant coupon savings on select products while quantities available) save up to 2.07

  • Right Guard Xtreme antiperspirant deodorant save up to 3.99

  • Publix Ranitidine 75 acid reducer tablets 40 ct box save up to 7.99

  • Earth's Best organic baby food asst varieties, 6 months and up, 4 oz jar save up to 1.09


Check back later on today for coupon match-ups!

It's a bird ... It's a plane ... It's a FREE PINK TOTE!


Thanks to my good friend Becky C. for letting me know about this one!

I just LOVE freebies, but this is a great one! Right now, when you join Victoria's Secret's PINK NATION, you'll receive an offer for a FREE PINK tote!

What's more, when you print out your offer, you'll also receive a coupon for $10 off of a $35 or more PINK purchase! A photo ID must be shown to redeem your coupons, so no signing your dog up for this one!

This offer is subject to adjustment, so hurry - I have a feeling these will be going fast!

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Chattanooga Area Couponology101 Workshop

I have been couponing since November of last year, but I really started increasing my savings towards the end of December/beginning of January.

Since January 1, 2009:

Total Before Savings: $1,425.73
Total Out Of Pocket: $428.76
Total Savings: $996.97

All that savings in just 2 1/2 months!

Want to learn how I've achieved these savings and how you can do the same? I'm hosting a Couponology Workshop in the Chattanooga area on Saturday April 4, 2009 and would LOVE it if you could attend!

Time: 10 am - 12 noon
Where: New Heights Baptist Church. Directions HERE.
Cost: $5

We will be covering topics such as:
  • Why use coupons (as if it isn't obvious already!)
  • The rules of couponing
  • How to get the most out of your coupons and where to get coupons
  • How to find the best deals
  • The ins and outs of our local stores
  • and much, much more
I need to have enough materials for everyone that attends, so please RSVP via a comment on this post, or e-mail me at heather.r.phillips@gmail.com if you would like to come.

We will have lots of fun and even a few door prizes --- not to mention learning how to save BIG!

Hope to see you there!

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

My Publix Deals - Part 1

I ran by Publix today to get a few of the items on my shopping list, but I'll get the rest on Sunday so that I can get my penny item! Here's how I did Part 1:
  • (1) Publix Milk: Essentials Item $2.79

  • (2) Smart Balance Spread: BOGO $2.99 - (2) $1/1 Peelie = $.49/ea

  • (6) Yoplai YoPlus Yogurt 4-ct Packs: BOGO $2.50 - $1/1 = $.25/ea

  • (6) Knorr Sides: BOGO $1.35 - $.60/2 = $.37/ea

  • (1) Premium Strawberries: Sale $1.66

  • (2) Snuggle Fabric Softener: Sale $2.99 - $.50/1 (doubled) = $1.99/ea

  • (2) Betty Crocker Cake Mix: BOGO $1.71

  • (1) Publix Reusable Shopping Tote: FREE
    (3/15 Offer WYB 2 Betty Crocker or General Mills Participating Products)

  • (1) Lysol Disinfectant Wipes: $4.99 BOGO - $1/2 = $2/ea
    (My mom and I split this since the coupon was for $1/2 and we each got a container of wipes!)

TOTAL BEFORE SAVINGS: $56.67
TOTAL SAVINGS: $39.80
TOTAL OOP: $16.87

Check out my Publix coupon match-ups to see where I got the coupons for these deals.

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

The Good News Fairy is Here!

Hello to all you Coupon Queens in Chattanooga!

I was checking out some different blogs yesterday and I found another Chattanoogan who loves coupon shopping. I noticed on her Publix post that she used a Walgreens RR at the Publix in Ooltewah. Now we know that the Publix on East Brainered will only accept other major grocery stores as competitors, so I asked her about the Ooltewah store. This was her reply:

Hey Heather!
The Publix in Ooltewah just started taking them this week. I ask the cashier during check-out yesterday and she said they are taking all competitor's coupons now as long as it is a major brand and not a store brand. I wish I would have had some with me but oh well I know now for next week! It will be only another 15 minutes or so up the road for you to come to Ooltewah.
Becky

Check out her shopping trip HERE!

So guess what?!?! I'm headin' to Ooltewah for my next Publix shopping trip!

Freebies!!!

These both sound so yummy
(but please do not eat the shampoo!!!)

Right now you can get a sample bottle of Aveda Black Malva Pure Plant® shampoo.
... And a FREE Quaker True Delights Granola Bar!

Click HERE for your FREE shampoo and HERE for your FREE Granola Bar

Hurry - offers like these go superfast!

Publix Coupon Match-Ups: 3/18-3/24 Chattanooga Area

BOGO Deals:
  • Kelloggs cereal assorted varieties, special k, 11.4-14 oz, special k grab n go, 6 ct. 5.2 or 5.4 oz, raisin bran 20 oz, or all bran, 13.2 to 18.3 oz box Save up to 3.99
    -$.70/1 - 2/22 RP (10 oz. or larger) = $1.29/ea
    -$1/1 - 2/22 RP (Jumbo Multi Grain Krispies, Raisin Bran Extra, Mini Wheats Little Bites, Special K Blueberry or Hannah Montana Cereal 11.2 oz or larger) = $.99/ea
    -$1/2 HERE or HERE (Frosted Flakes - Essentials Item: $1.99/ea) = $2.99/2 ($1.49/ea)

  • Fast fixin' chicken breast nuggets or tenders, popcorn chicken or fries, 23 to 32 oz pkg Save up to 5.99
    - $.75/1 March ALL YOU Magazine = $2.24/ea
    -Sign up HERE for TEN $.30/1 = $2.39/ea (with coupon doubled)

  • Florida grape tomatoes 1 pt. pkg Save up to 2.50
    =$1.25/ea

  • Trop50 orange juice no pulp with calcium, some pulp, or no pulp, with reduced sugar and calories, 59 oz ctn. Save up to 3.79
    -This coupon is NOT in the Chattanooga area inserts: $1/1 - 3/15 RP = $.89/ea

  • Post cereal selects, 13 to 16 oz, grape nuts 17 or 24 oz, grape nuts flakes 18 oz, or trail mix crunch 17 oz Save up to 4.19
    -$1/2 - 3/1 SS = $3.19/2 ($1.59/ea)

  • Quaker oatmeal to go breakfast bars or baked or muffin bars or breakfast cookies assorted varieties, 7.83 to 12.6 oz box Save up to 3.19
    -$.55/1 - 1/4 SS = $1.04/ea

  • Knorr sides assorted varities 4 to 6.4 oz pkg. Save up to 1.49
    -$.60/2 - 1/18 RP = $.89/2 ($.44/ea)

  • Ocean spray 100% cranberry juice assorted varieties, 64 oz bottle Save up to 3.99
    -$1/1 - 1/11 RP (Light, Diet or Grapefruit Product) = $.99/ea
    -$1/1 - All Well & Good Booklet (Found at Publix) = $.99/ea

  • Ocean Spray on the go drink mix assorted varieties, 10 ct. box (sticks only) Save up to 2.99
    = $1.49/ea

  • Dole fruit, gel, or parfait bowls assorted varieties, 4 pk. 4 or 4.3 oz cup Save up to 2.35
    - $1/2 - 1/11 SS (Fruit Parfait Varieties) = $1.35/2 ($.67/ea)
    - $.75/2 - 1/11 SS (Fruit Bowls or Fruit Bowls in Gel) = $1.60/2 ($.80/ea)
    - $1/2 HERE (Parfait Varieties) = $1.35/2 ($.67/ea)

  • Hamburger helper* or chicken* or tuna helper* Save up to 1.59
    = $.79/ea
    *Qualifies 3/15 SS Offer: Buy 2 Participating Betty Crocker or GM Products get a FREE Publix Reusable Shopping Bag!

  • Betty crocker supermoist cake mix* assorted varieties, 18 to 19.5 oz box excluding angel food and pound cake Save up to 1.59
    = $.79/ea
    *Qualifies 3/15 SS Offer: Buy 2 Participating Betty Crocker or GM Products get a FREE Publix Reusable Shopping Bag!

  • Bumble bee prime fillet solid white albacore gourmet tuna in water 4 pk 5 oz can Save up to 7.49
    -$.55/1 - 2/22 SS = $3.19/ea

  • Ken's steak house dressing assorted varieties 24 oz bottle save up to 3.49
    -$1/2 - 3/8 SS = $2.49/2 ($1.24/ea)

  • Lawry's 30 minute marinade assorted varieties 12 oz bottle save up to 2.85
    = $1.42/ea

  • Lipton tea bags assorted varieties 18 or 20 ct box save up 3.29
    -$.75/2 - 1/18 RP (To Go or Iced Tea Mix- IF included in sale) = $2.54/2 ($1.27/ea)
    -$.60/1 - 1/18 RP
    = $1.04/ea
    -$1/2 - 3/15 RP (To Go or Iced Tea Mix - IF included in sale) = $2.29/2 ($1.14/ea)

  • Canada dry, 7UP, or A&W or diet rite 2 liter Save up to 1.79
    = $.89/ea

  • Keebler cookies asst varieties, fudge shoppe, e l fudge, or dipping delites, 8.5 to 15 oz pkg save up to 3.49
    = $1.74/ea

  • Entenmanns little bites asst varieties 5.6 to 11 oz box save up to 4.29
    = $2.14/ea

  • Eclipse gum or orbit, asst varieties, sugarfree, 60 ct container save up to 3.29
    = $1.64/ea

  • Nabisco honey maid grahams asst varieties 14.1 or 14.4 oz box save up to 3.99
    -$1/2 - 3/1 SS = $2.99/2 ($1.49/ea)
    -$.75/1 - 2/22 SS (100 Calorie Packs - IF included in sale) = $1.24/ea

  • Smart balance spread asst varieties 13 or 15 oz or 2 pk 7.5 oz tub or spray,8 oz bottle save up to 2.79
    -(NOT in Chattanooga Inserts)$1/2 - 2/1 SS (Buttery Spreads) = $1.79/2 ($.89/ea)
    -(NOT in Chattanooga Inserts)$1/1 - 2/1 SS (Cooking Oil or Pan Spray - IF included in sale) = $.39/ea
    -
    (NOT in Chattanooga Inserts)$1/1 - 2/1 SS (50/50 Butter Blend) = $.39/ea
    -
    (NOT in Chattanooga Inserts) Buy One Smart Balance Buttery Spread Get One Smart Balance Milk FREE - 3/15 SS
    -$1/1 HERE = $.39/ea

  • Yoplait yogurt asst varieties 4 pk, 4 oz cup save up to 2.50
    -$1/1 HERE or HERE = $0.50/ea

  • Lenders bagels asst varieties, 12 or 16.5 oz bag, found in the frozen food section save up to 1.99
    = $.99/ea

  • TGIFriday's complete skillet meals asst varieties 24 oz bag save up to 7.99
    = $3.99/ea
    -Peelies have been reported on certain products - look for them at your local Publix!

  • Kashi all natural entree asst varities 10 oz box save up to 2.99
    = $1.49/ea
    -Peelies have been reported on certain products - look for them at your local Publix!

  • Publix hydro cream reg or plus 1 oz box save up to 3.99
    = $1.99/ea

  • Lysol sanitizing wipes disinfects, pre moistened towelettes,80 ct canister save up to 4.99
    -$1/2 - 3/15 SS = $4/2 ($2/ea)
    -$1/2 - 2/1 SS = $4/2 ($2/ea)
    -$1/2 HERE = $4/2 ($2/ea)

  • Spray n wash laundry stain remover advanced or max with resolve power, 4.3 oz stick save up to 2.99
    -$.50/1 - 3/8 SS = $.49/ea (with coupon doubled)
    -$.75/1 HERE (Resolve Power Variety) = $.74/ea

Monday, March 16, 2009

My Coupon Filing System

I just got off the phone with my good friend, Stacy, who was asking me about how I keep track of my coupons. I used to spend hours on end clipping coupons and trying to organize them, but I learned a really great way to file (found on couponmom.com) and thought I would share it with you!

I found this awesome hanging file system at Target! It is my new favorite thing, and guess what --- it was only $10!









Here's how it works:

As you can see, it has a pretty little lid that flips open. Target has all sorts of these with an array of different colors and designs.

Included in this system was: 10 hanging file folders, 10 Tabs, and 10 Tab inserts.






Here is how I labeled the different sections:

- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- IPQs (any I don't want to clip yet)
- Coupon Books (Coupon book mailers, etc.)
- Monthly Store Coupon Books (Publix, CVS, Etc.)
- Weekly Store Ads
- Misc.

There is also enough room in the system to keep a pad of paper for making lists and a zipper bag with paper clips, post-it notes, scissors, etc.

You will need to purchase about 20-25 manila folders (relatively inexpensive) to put in the monthly folders. Label one manila folder for each Sunday of the month. Here's how my folder from January looks:

Instead of clipping all of your coupons each week, just slip your inserts into the allotted week and, voila, you're done!
Most blog and coupon sites tell you which month, week and insert a certain coupon came from. For example, if you notice a blog that says Lysol $1/1 - 1/4 SS - you will know to look in the January hanging file. Then look in the 1/4 manila folder for the SS. Pretty simple, huh?



I only have folders labeled for January - May, but by the time June runs around, most of the coupons from the Jan. and other earlier months should be long past expired. Just reassign those for your new months.

Later on I'll show you my travel-sized expandable folder that I take with me everywhere I go!

Publix Sneak Peek: 3/18 - 3/24 Chattanooga (3/19-3/25 in Other Areas)

The sneak peek is up early this week at HotCouponWorld! Stay tuned for a list of the sale items and coupon match-ups!

BOGO Deals:

Kelloggs cereal assorted varieties, special k, 11.4-14 oz, special k grab n go, 6 ct. 5.2 or 5.4 oz, raisin bran 20 oz, or all bran, 13.2 to 18.3 oz box Save up to 3.99

Fast fixin' chicken breast niggets or tenders, popcorn chicken or fries, 23 to 32 oz pkg Save up to 5.99

Florida grape tomatoes 1 pt. pkg Save up to 2.50

Trop50 orange juice no pulp with calcium, some pulp, or no pulp, with reduced sugar and calories, 59 oz ctn. Save up to 3.79

Post cereal selects, 13 to 16 oz, grape nuts 17 or 24 oz, grape nuts flakes 18 oz, or trail mix crunch 17 oz Save up to 4.19

Quaker oatmeal to go breakfast bars or baked or muffin bars or breakfast cookies assorted varieties, 7.83 to 12.6 oz box Save up to 3.19

Knorr sides assorted varities 4 to 6.4 oz pkg. Save up to 1.49

Ocean spray 100% cranberry juice assorted varieties, 64 oz bottle Save up to 3.99

Ocean Spray on the go drink mix assorted varieties, 10 ct. box (sticks only) Save up to 2.99

Dole fruit, gel, or parfait bowls assorted varieties, 4 pk. 4 or 4.3 oz cup Save up to 2.35

Hamburger helper or chicken or tuna helper Save up to 1.59

Betty crocker supermoist cake mix assorted varieties, 18 to 19.5 oz box excluding angel food and pound cake Save up to 1.59

Bumble bee prime fillet solid white albacore gourmet tuna in water 4 pk 5 oz can Save up to 7.49

Ken's steak house dressing assorted varieties 24 oz bottle save up to 3.4*9

Lawry's 30 minute marinade assorted varieties 12 oz bottle save up to 2.85

Lipton tea bags assorted varieties 18 or 20 ct box save up 3.29

Canada dry, 7UP, or A&W or diet rite 2 liter Save up to 1.79

Keebler cookies asst varieties, fudge shoppe, e l fudge, or dipping delites, 8.5 to 15 oz pkg save up to 3.49

Entenmanns little bites asst varieties 5.6 to 11 oz box save up to 4.29

Eclipse gum or orbit, asst varieties, sugarfree, 60 ct container save up to 3.29

Nabisco honey maid grahams asst varieties 14.1 or 14.4 oz box save up to 3.99

Smart balance spread asst varieties 13 or 15 oz or 2 pk 7.5 oz tub or spray,8 oz bottle save up to 2.79

Yoplait yogurt asst varieties 4 pk, 4 oz cup save up to 2.50

Lenders bagels asst varieties, 12 or 16.5 oz bag, found in the frozen food section save up to 1.99

TGIFriday's complete skillet meals asst varieties 24 oz bag save up to 7.99

Kashi all natural entree asst varities 10 oz box save up to 2.99

Publix hydro cream reg or plus 1 oz box save up to 3.99

Lysol sanitizing wipes disinfects, pre moistened towelettes,80 ct canister save up to 4.99

Spray n wash laundry stain remover advanced or max with resolve power, 4.3 oz stick save up to 2.99

I Just Won the Twitter 20. Will You be Next?


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Good Luck and Happy Searching!!!

Freebies Galore!











Saturday, March 14, 2009

Free Johnson's Buddies Soaps

Whether you have children, know someone that does, or just like to donate, this is a GREAT deal! My nephew uses these soaps and they seem to last forever.

Johnson's Buddies soaps are usually around $.97 - $1 at Wal-Mart and Target, but these coupons make them free free FREE!

Print using the links below, but hurry - these coupons always run out super fast!

$1/1: [IE] [Firefox]
$2/2: [IE] [Firefox]
$2/2: [IE] [Firefox]
$3/3: [IE] [Firefox]

*Remember to use the back button to get two of each coupon!*

My Publix Deals


Once again I had another prosperous trip to Publix! I spent just a little more than I planned on, but what can I say ...
  • (2) Pillsbury Crescent Rolls: $1.66/ea Sale - $1/1 Betty Crocker Coupon Book - $.25/1 2/8 GM = $0.91/ea

  • (4) Pillsbury Breadsticks: $1.66/ea Sale - (2) $0.40/2 1/25 SS = $1.26/ea

  • (1) Jell-O Snacks: 3/$5 Sale - $.60/1 IPQ = $1.06/ea

  • (2) Del Monte Fresh Cut Corn 50% Less Sodium: $0.79 Sale - (2) $0.75/1 IPQ = $.04/ea

  • (6) Bertolli Pasta Sauce Pouch - BOGO $3.75 - (6) $1/1 Blinkie (Found in front of sauce at Publix) = $0.87/ea

  • (4) Uncle Ben's Rice: BOGO $2.49 - (2) $1/2 IPQ = $0.75/ea

  • (2) Cheez-It Crackers: Sale $2/ea

  • (1) Premium Strawberries: 3/$5 Sale = $1.66/ea

  • (4) McIntosh Apples: $1.86/lb @ $1.99 lb = $3.70

  • (1) Publix Whole Grain Bread: $1.69

  • (4) Oral-B Toothbrush: 2/$4 Sale - $1/2 2/8 PG - $1/1 Publix/P&G Coupon Sheet (Found in Smyrna, GA Publix) = $0.50/ea

  • (3) Publix 2-Liter Soda: $0.69/ea - $1/3 FL IPQ = $0.36/ea

  • (2) Cover Girl Eyeshadows: $2.99/ea - $2/1 Publix Advantage Buy - (2) $1/1 2/8 PG = FREE

  • (1) Del Monte 100 Calorie Canned Fruit: $1.15 - Q-Mailer for Free Item = FREE

  • (1) Mentos Gum: $0.99 sale - $1/1 3/1 SS = FREE

  • (1) Pillsbury Cinnamon Twists: $1.66/ea Sale - $1/1 Betty Crocker Coupon Book = $0.66

  • (2) Publix Eggs 18-ct: $2.25/ea - $2/2 FL IPQ = $1.25/ea

  • (1) Publix Tortilla Chips: Publix Penny Item = $0.01

  • (5) Lysol All Purpose Cleaner Trigger: BOGO $2.69 - (5) $0.50/1 IPQ = $0.34/ea

  • (1) Sunday Newspaper: $1.50
Total Before Savings: $116.64
Total OOP: $35.99 Total Savings: $80.65

Friday, March 13, 2009

It's Baaaaaack!



That's right - it is DOUBLE Mega Swag Buck Day AGAIN!

Every Friday SwagBucks gives out at least 2,000 bucks in Mega Bills! I wonder how many you'll win today...

If you're already a Swaggernaut, don't forget to keep on doing those searches. If you're not, you have NO idea what you're missing out on! In the last 6 weeks alone I've redeemed enough points for $30 in Amazon gift cards (and I'm almost up to $35)!

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April Issue of All You Magazine


Once Again, All You Magazine is FULL of high-value coupons! Check them out over there on your left :)

Start looking now for the April issue of All You Magazine at your neighborhood Wal-Mart!

-OR-

You request two FREE copies HERE!

CVS Sneak Peek: 3/15 - 3/21


There are going to be lots of great deals at CVS during next weeks sale! Check back later on in the day for coupon match-ups!
  • Irish Springs Body Wash (15-18 oz) - $4.99 - Receive ECB for $4.99 (limit 1) SUNDAY and MONDAY ONLY!

  • Colgate Max White Toothbrush or Toothpaste - $2.99 - Receive ECB for $2.99 (limit 1)

  • Revlon Foundation, Powder, Blush, Concealer - BOGO Free - (limit 6 items)

  • Pepsi 12-packs - 12/$4 ($3/each) (limit 4)


  • Purex 2x Laundry Detergent (24-32 loads) - $2.99 (limit 4)

  • Spend $15 on any of the following, get $5 ECB back:
    Sunchips - $3
    Baked Lays - $3
    True North Nuts - $3
    Stacy's Pita Chips - $3
    Tropicana Orange Juice (64 oz) - $3
    Aquafina Pure Water 12-pack (16.9 oz) - $3
    Quaker Instant Oatmeal - $2.50
    Quaker Granola Bars (10 ct)- $2.50

  • Folgers Classic Roast or Decaf Coffee (11.3 oz) - 2/$6

  • Spend $15 on select Hershey's Candy Products, get $5 ECB back

  • Ajax Dish Liquid (16 oz) - $.99

  • Glade Essential Oils Candle, Scented Oil Candle 3-pk, Plugins Scented Oil or Wisp Refill - 4/$10 - $3 ECB = Like getting 4 for $7 ($1.75 each)

  • Airwick Scented Oil Refills - 2/$6

  • Lysol Disinfectant Spray (12.5 oz) - 2/$8

  • CoverGirl Cosmetics - BOGO 1/2 Off

  • Olay ProX Lotion, Cream, Wrinkle Treatment, Eye Restoration Discoloration Complex or Kit (.4 - 2.5 oz) - Buy One, Get $5 ECB back (Check back for Price on This Item)

  • Olay Daily Facials (30 ct), Cleanser, or Foaming Wash (6.78 - 7 oz) - $4.99

  • L'Oreal Hair Care, Skin Care, or Cosmetic - Spend $20, get $5 ECB Back

  • Spend $15 on Any of the Dove Products Below, get $5 ECB Back:
    Facial Cleansing Cloths (30 ct) - $5
    Ultimate Clear or Degree Ultra Clear Deoderant - 2/$7
    Shampoo, Conditioner or Styler - $4
    SkinVitalizer Facial Cleansing Massager - $10
    Caress, Dove, Lever Bar Soaps (6-8 pk) or Dove Body Lotion or Body Wash (19.4 - 24 oz) - $7

  • 24.7 Skin Care Products - Buy One, get $10 ECB Back (excludes scrub) - (limit 5)

  • Nexxus Shampoo, Conditioner, Styler - Spend $20, get $10 ECB Back - (limit 5)

  • Pampers Mega Pack Diapers - $14.99

  • Playskool Mega Pack Diapers - $10.99


  • Playskool, Huggies or Johnson's- Cottony Cloths (240 ct), Wipes (184-216 ct) or Nursing Pads (60 ct), Lotion or Wash (27-28 oz)- $5.99

  • Head & Shoulders, Gillette, Pantene Restoratives or Expressions - $4

  • Got 2 B Hair Stylers - 2/$8

  • Garnier Fructis Shampoo or Conditioner (25.4 oz) 2/$12 - $2 ECB on 2 - Like Getting 2/$10 ($5 each) [Get the 13 oz FREE right now at Walgreens!]

  • Oral B Indicator Toothbrush or Crest (Baking Soda & Peroxide, Tartar Protection, Cavity - 6.4 oz) - 2/$4.50 ($2.25 each)

  • Crest Advanced Seal Whitestrips (14 ct) - Get $10 ECB WYB 1 (limit 1)

  • Bic Soleil Razor or 4-ct Cartridges - $6.99 - $3 ECB - Like Paying $3.99 After ECB (limit 2)

  • Get a FREE Gillette Fusion, Series or Satin Care Shave Cream or Gel (excludes foamy) WYB:
    Gillette Fusion, M3 Power, Sensor, Mach 3 or Venus Cartridges (4-8 pk)

  • Band-Aid Brand Bandages or Neosporin - Spend $7 get $3 ECB - Like Paying $4 (limit 1)

  • Tums (36-150 ct) or Sugar Free (80 ct) - BOGO 1/2 Off

  • Kelloggs Raisin Bran, Corn Flakes, Corn Pops, Rice Krispies, Apple Jacks or Fruit Loops 2/$5 (limit 8)

  • Progresso Soups (18.5 - 19 oz) - 4/$5 ($1.25 each) - (Limit 4)

  • Keebler or Nabisco Fig Newtons, Lorna Doone, Soft Batch, Chips Ahoy, Oreos, Nutter Butter (5-8 oz) or Cheez-It, Wheat Thins, Ritz, or Club Crackers (4-5.25 oz) $5/5 (limit 10)

  • Pantene Pro-V Shampoo, Conditioner or Styler - 2/$7 - $2 ECB on 2 - Like getting 2/$5

  • Dry Idea, Rite Guard Sport, or Extreme (2-4 oz) $2.99 - $2 ECB - Like Paying $.99 (limit 1)
Don't forget to check back later this evening for coupon match-ups!

Colgate Total Advanced Whitening: $1/1 Printables

If you saw my Drugstore Deals from Wednesday then you know that you can get FREE Colgate Total at Walgreens! The toothpaste is on sale right now for $3.49, but when you stack the $2.50/1 coupon in the WAG Easy Saver Booklet with the $1/1 printable HERE, your OOP is ZERO!

Hurry, though - the sale ends Saturday, March 14th!

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Another Day, Another Dollar ... Saved, That Is!

My sister and nephew are up visiting from Atlanta this week, so my mom suggested a fun-filled day at the Chattanooga Zoo. While a bit small in comparison to the Atlanta and Knoxville Zoos, this 6 acre jungle is the perfect size for children of all ages! My two-year old nephew, Eli, was able to wander about through the entire facility without being confined to his stroller. In just under a few hours we were able to visit with all of the cuddly (and some not so cuddly!) animals - and complete our journey just short of nap time!

Admission is very reasonable at:
Adults $6
Seniors $4
Children Ages 3-15 $3
Two and Under is FREE!

We arrived today ready to pay the full admission price, but it just seems like lately we can't go anywhere without finding an unexpected deal! It turns out that Wednesdays are $1 days! My mom (Thanks a bunch Mommy!) only had to pay $3 for us three adults, and Eli was free!

The next time you're searching for a fun-filled activity to do with your little ones, just head out to the Chattanooga Zoo! The price is right, the kids will love it, and we adults get the joy of watching them squawking at rare birds and going bananas over the monkeys! It's a win-win for all!











Amanda and Eli petting the bashful donkey in the petting zoo area at the Chattanooga Zoo.

Drugstore Deals

I finally got around to doing my drugstore shopping today and, I have to say, I did pretty well. Here's how it worked out:

CVS:
  • 2 Garnier Nutrisse Hair Color - $10/2 Sale [+ $5 ECB earned WYB 2 Garnier or Maybelline Products]
    - (2) $2/1 (03/09 RP)
    - $5.98 ECB from last week
    $0.02 for 2

    = $16.96 Savings
    = $0.02 OOP

    + $5 ECBs Left Over!
Walgreens:
  • 2 Colgate Total Advanced Toothpaste (4 oz) - $3.49 Sale
    - (2) $1.50/1 IPQ
    - (2) $2.50/1 WAG Easy Saver Coupon Booklet
    FREE!

  • 6 Orbitz Gum - $.66 Sale
    - (2) $.99/3 WAG Easy Saver Coupon Booklet
    $1.98 for 6

  • 4 Starbucks Candy - $10/2 Sale
    - (2) $6/2 WAG Easy Saver Coupon Booklet
    - (2) $1/1 Blinkie
    $2 for 2

  • Gillette Fusion Gamer Razor - $8.99 Sale
    - $4/1 (2/8 PG)
    - $4 RR
    $0.99 for 1

  • 2 Edge Shave Gel - $1.99 Sale
    - 2 $1 RR
    $1.98/2

  • 2 Garnier Fructis Shampoo/Conditioner - $2.99 Sale
    - (2) $2/1 WAG Easy Saver Coupon Booklet
    - (2) $1/1 (3/8 RP)
    FREE!

  • Glade Sense & Spray Air Freshener - $7.99 Sale
    - $4/1 WAG Easy Saver Coupon Booklet
    - $4/1 (2/8 SS)
    FREE!

  • Coast Soap 10-pk - $4
    $4/1

    = $58.76 Savings
    = $10.95 OOP

TOTAL OOP = $10.97
TOTAL SAVINGS = $75.72

SAVED 87.2%

Check out The Coupon Game for the best of CVS deals HERE and Walgreens deals HERE!

Monday, March 9, 2009

Publix Coupon Match-ups: 3/11-3/17 Chattanooga Area

BOGOs:
  • Curly's Baked Beans with Pork, 18 oz tub, save up to 3.99

  • Banquet Original Breaded Chicken Patties or Nuggets, or Chicken Breast Tenders, or Chicken Strips, 24 oz pkg, save up to 5.49

  • Bertolli Pasta Sauce, 15 or 24 oz jar or 13.5 oz pkg, save up to 3.75

  • Planters Trail Mix Nut & Chocolate Mix Snack Packs or Energy Mix; or Daybreak Blend, Berry Almond or Apple Cinnamon, 7.5 oz pkg, save up to 2.99

  • Kellogg's Fruit Flavored Snacks or Yogos, 4.2 to 9 oz box, save up to 2.95
    $1/2 - 2/1 RP = $.97/each ($1.95/2)

  • General Mills Lucky Charms Cereal or Honey Nut Cheerios, Cheerios, Reese's, Cookie Crisp 15.6 to 18 oz, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, 24.9 oz or Total Raisin Bran, 24.6 oz box, save up to 4.99
    $1/3 - 3/8 SS = $6.48/3 ($2.16/each)
    $1/3 - 2/8 GM = $6.48/3 ($2.16/each)
    $1/1 MultiGrain Variety - Eat Better America Booklet (Order HERE) =$1.49/each
    $1/2 Cinnamon Toast Crunch Variety - Dinner Made Easy Booklet (No Longer Available for Order) = $1.99/each
    $.55/1 - Lucky Charms Variety HERE or HERE = $1.94/each
    $.55/1 - Resse's Variety HERE = $1.94/each
    $.55/1 - Cheerios Variety HERE = $1.94/each
    $1/1 HERE = $1.49/each

  • Barilla Pasta, 13.25 to 16 oz box, (excluding Barilla Plus and Lasagna), save up to 1.29

  • Uncle Ben's Rice Boil-in-Bag: enriched long grain or brown whole grain, or fast cooking: brown whole grain or converted, 14 or 15.8 oz box, save up to 2.49
    $1/2 - 2/22 RP = $1.50/2 ($.75/each)
    $1/2 HERE = $1.50/2 ($.75/each)

  • Post Cereal Shredded Wheat, 15 to 20 oz, Raisin Bran, 20 oz, or Bran Flakes, 16 oz, save up to 3.99
    $1/2 - 3/1 SS = $2.99/2 ($1.49/each)

  • Bertolli Olive Oil, extra light or 100% pure, 17 oz bottle, save up to 6.99

  • New England Coffee, 9 to 12 oz bag, save up to 5.79
    ?/? HERE - After taking the survey the site shows a note saying that you will receive a coupon within 5-7 business days. (To be physically mailed to your home address) - Thanks Amanda :)

  • Vlasic Sandwich Stackers Pickles or Pickles or Spears, 16 to 46 oz jar, save up to 2.89

  • Stubb's Marinade 12 oz bottle, save up to 3.99

  • Kraft or Seven Seas Dressing, 16 oz bottle, or Good Seasons, 14 oz bottle, (excluding South Beach Living), save up to 2.75

  • Cheez-It Baked Snack Crackers or Party Mix, 11.5 to 14.5 oz box, save up to 3.99

  • Thomas' English Muffins the Original, Plain, 12 oz pkg, save up to 2.99
    $1/1 March All You Magazine = $.49/1

  • Orville Redenbacher's Popping Corn, Gourmet, Microwave, 6 or 10 pk, 12 to 19.8 oz box, save up to 4.89

  • Hershey's Kisses or Miniatures or Nuggets' or Reese's Miniatures/Kit Kat or Reese's Peanut Butter Cups Miniatures, 38.5 or 40 oz bag, surprisingly low price

  • Lay's Potato Chips, 10.5 to 13.25 oz bag (excluding Baked!, Light and Natural), save up to 3.99

  • SeaPak Shrimp Co. Shrimp or Salmon, Tilapia or Crab Cakes, 8 to 20 oz box, (excluding Breaded Popcorn Shrimp, 12 oz box), save up to 7.59
    $1/2 - 3/1 RP = $6.59/2 ($3.29/each)
    $.75/1 March All You Magazine (Butterfly Shrimp Variety) = $3.04/1

  • Breyers Ice Cream, 48 oz carton, save up to 5.19

  • Tai Pei Dinners, 12 to 14.2 oz box, save up to 2.99
    $1/2 - 3/1 RP = $1.99/2 ($.99/each)

  • Kodak Power Flash Camera, one-time-use, 27 exposures, save up to 7.09

  • Electrosol Automatic Gel Detergent, 75 oz bottle, save up to 4.39

  • Lysol All Purpose Trigger Spray Cleaner Disinfectant: Lemon Scent, 4 in 1 Pacific Fresh Scent, or with bleach, 32 oz bottle or Anti-bacterial Kitchen, 22 oz bottle, save up to 2.69
    $1/1 - 2/1 SS = $.34/1
    $.50/1 - 1/25 SS = $.34/1 (With Coupon Doubled)
    $.50/1 HERE (All Purpose) = $.34/1 (With Coupon Doubled)
    $.55/1 HERE (Kitchen Variety)= $.79/1

Other Specials of note:
  • 25% off Poise Pads, 16 to 72 ct pkg or Liners, 24 to 44 ct pkg
    $1/2 - 2/8 SS (Liners Only)
    $1.50/2 - 2/8 SS (Pads Only)
    ?/? HERE

  • 20% off Neutrogena Facial Products, 0.05 to 8.5 oz pkg or 25 to 60 ct pkg or Kit (excluding Suncare Products)

Essentials are changing to:
  • Publix Milk Whole, 1%, 2%, or Fat Free, 1 gallon, 2/$5

  • Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal, 14 oz box, limit 4, 1.99
    $.70/1 - 2/22 RP = $1.29/1
    $1/2 HERE = $2.98/2 ($1.49/each)

  • Publix Orange Juice Original or with calcium, 100% from Concentrate, 1 gallon, 2.49

  • Whole Publix Chicken, 0.79/lb

  • Del Monte Fresh Cut Vegetables, 11 to 15.25 oz can (excluding specialty varieties and asparagus), limit four, 0.79
    $.40/1 - 2/8 RP (No Salt Added Diced Tomatoes IF included in sale) = FREE (With Coupon Doubled)
    $.75/1 Less Salt Variety HERE (IF included in sale) = $.04/each

  • Publix Yogurt, 6 oz cup, 20/$8

  • Crest Toothpaste, 8.2 oz tub, limit 4, 1.99
    $.50/1 - 2/22 RP = $.99/1
    $1/1 Pro-Health Variety HERE (IF included in sale) = $.99/1

  • Tombstone Pizza, 18.1 to 29.5 oz pkg, (excluding Stuffed Crust and Brick Oven Varieties), limit four, 2.99

  • Chef Boyardee, 14.5 to 16 oz can, limit four, 0.89
Let me know if you see something I missed! Any coupons you don't have from the inserts can be ordered at the Coupon Clippers HERE. Order soon so that they will arrive before the sale ends!