Tuesday, February 26, 2013

My Shopping Trip to JCPenneys Last Week for FREE

I received another one of my favorite coupons from JCPenneys a couple of weeks ago - $10 off $10 purchase.  I wasn't able to find anything on their clearance racks but I get a cute summer outfit for Payton for FREE!!



1 - Shirt - $5
1 - Skort - $5
Total - $10
Use $10 coupon
Total OOP - 0.00 = FREE

My Favorite Drug Store Deals This Week - 2/24-3/2

Here is a list of my favorite deals at CVS this week:





Thermacare Lower Back & Hip Wrap - $3.49
Receive $3.49 ECB 
Final Price - FREE 
Limit 1 

Poise Wash or Towelettes - $3.99 
Use $3 coupon - All You Magazine - February
Receive $1 ECB 
Final Price - FREE after coupon and ECB 
Limit 1 

Mentos Gum - .99 each 
Buy 2 and Receive $1 ECB 
Final Price - .49 each 
Limit 1   

Crest Complete Whitening with Scope - $2.87
Receive $3 ECB 
Final Price - FREE 
Limit 2      



Here is a list of my favorite deals at Walgreens this week:









Arctic Naturals Daily Omega 3 - $10 
Receive $10 RR 
Final Price - FREE after RR 
Limit 1 

Curacaine Rapid Act Topical Anesthetic Cream - $7 
Receive $7 RR 
Final Price - FREE after RR 
Limit 1 

Energize Energy Tabs - $8 
Receive $8 RR 
Final Price - FREE 
Limit 1 
 
Natrol Melatonin Time Release - $4 
Receive $4 RR 
Final Price - FREE after RR 
Limit 1     

Trueresult Blood Glucose Monitor - $14.99
Receive $14.99 Mail-In Rebate 
Final Price - FREE 

Colgae Max Fresh or 2in1 Toothpaste - $3.49 
Receive $3 RR 
Use .50 coupon 2/10 SS 
Final Price-  FREE after RR and coupon
   
Milk - 1 Gallon - $2.99 with card - GREAT DEAL
  
  
Here is a list of my favorite deals at Rite Aid this week:







Poise Body Cooling Towelette, Panty Freshener, Feminine Wash - $2.99
Buy 1 - Receive $2.99 +UPR
Use $3 coupon 2/10 SS
Final Price - FREE plus $3 overage

FREE Sample of Suave Professionals Moroccan Infusion

Click here to request your FREE sample of Suave Professionals Moroccan Infusion sample.

NEW Coupons Available



Here is a list of new coupons available.  Print them while you can.


FREE eCookbook - Slower Cooker Recipes


 FREE eCookbook:  the slow Cookin' Magic: 28 Scrumptious Slow Cooker Recipes from Mr. Food Free eCookbook, features 33 pages of tempting slow cooker recipes for year-round entertaining + Mr. Food Recipe eNewsletter for FREE!! 

Get this brand new FREE eCookbook collection full of triple-tested slow cooker recipe, including easy cook roasts, delicious appetizers, slow cooker desserts and more.  There's nothing better tan coming home to a ready-made, homestyle meal that's ready to be eaten right away.  This eCookbook will help you get dinner on the table with a fraction of the work, and your whole family will loves these recipes!

Enjoy our best slow cooker recipes in one scrumptious collection, from roasts and stews to chili and meat loaf. The eCookbook has stunning colorful pictures and step-by-step instructions for easy recipes like Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs (page 1), Easy Cook Pot Roast (page 6), Slow Cooker Country Pork (page 13), Homestyle Baked Beans (page 20), Blueberries Dumplings (page 27), and lots more.  

Thought of the Day

"Earth laughs in flowers."

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Monday, February 25, 2013

FREE eCookbook - 11 Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

    Free eCookbook: 11 Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes, featuring more than 10 easy macaroni and cheese recipes + AllFreeCasseroleRecipes™ The Casserole Connection newsletter for FREE!
     Did you ever think of mixing buffalo chicken with mac and cheese? Thankfully someone did, because otherwise we wouldn't have this delectable Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese Casserole recipe (p. 7). Other fine creations use pepperoni, ham, and bacon. Macaroni and cheese recipes for your man include manly ingredients, such as beer, chili, and chipotle chiles. And that's not all! You'll find a whole section that uses secret ingredients. This free eCookbook, 11 Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes, will surprise you with mac and cheese creations you have never thought of (but wish you had!).

Menu Planning Monday






Monday -  Hot Dogs, Homemade Slaw, Chips

Tuesday - Taco Tuesday

Wednesday -
Lasagna, Salad, Garlic Bread

Thursday - Hamburger Steak, Baked Potaotes, Corn
 

Friday - Spaghetti, Salad, Garlic

Saturday - Barbecue Chicken, Parmesan Oven Potatoes, Hush Puppies, Slaw

Sunday - I try to leave Sunday open.  DH likes to cook!


You can find other great weekly menus at Menu Planning Monday at Organized Junkie!

NEW Coupons Available



Here is a list of new coupons available.  Print them while you can.


And The Winner Is...


The winner of the Progresso Recipe Starters - Game Day Giveaway is: 

Here are your random numbers:

3 - Latanya T
 
Timestamp: 2013-02-25 15:15:22 UTC

Latanya has been emailed and has 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen.  Thanks to everyone for entering! 

Thought of the Day

Sometimes you just need to be alone.  Not to be lonely, but to enjoy your free time being yourself.

Anonymous


This thought definitely sums up the past couple of weeks.  It has been busy and hectic for me.  Between being a chapron for a field trip with Payton's class, the wonderful stomach bug visiting both of my kids last weekend, filing my taxes, my everyday household duties as a mom and wife, and trying everyday to find new ways to save money.  I truly hope this week "our normal" routine returns.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013

3 of my Favorite Thrifty Pins This Week


Three of my favorite thrifty pins this week.  I am still trying to control my Pinterest addiction but its hard. LOL  There is so many wonderful things that I can't wait to do.

Door Mat to Cover Air Vent - Love this!  Definitely on my to do list!



Favorite Things Party Idea - I think this would be so fun to do.  I love this idea.



25 Handmade Gifts Under $5 - Great list of gift ideas for birthdays or Christmas for all ages.




Be sure to follow me on Pinterest!

NEW Coupons Available



Here is a list of new coupons available.  Print them while you can.


Thought of the Day

Know Yourself
Be Yourself
Trust Yourself
Love Yourself

Monday, February 11, 2013

Vistaprint - Customize 6 FREE Products

    With your kiddos back in their school routine after their winter vacation, life has definitely gone back to its busy ways. Between organizing fundraisers, managing conflicting schedules, and keeping your young scholars motivated, there's only so much time you have to refresh all of your staples like calendars and tote bags. Luckily, there's a simple way to update all of your basics and show everyone how much you care with a special personal touch! Shipping starts at $4.95 but is Free on orders of $50 or more. 
    Now at Vistaprint, you can get 6 daily essentials for free - just pay shipping & processing. Design new custom calendars for an office cubicle, tote bags for errands, mugs for special heartfelt gifts, t-shirts for after-school activities, stamps for "Property of" stamps, or emergency contact cards for babysitters and teachers! Just in case you forgot to order that extra calendar to hang at work or in your kitchen, now you can create your own special calendar starting in February to ensure you never miss an important date. Personalize yours with birthdays, anniversaries, and other special events, along with a collage of your favorite photos from New Year's or last summer. For your friend's upcoming birthday, design a custom mug with inside jokes or your favorite pictures through the years for an extra special touch. And with an early Spring on its way, you can put together a special t-shirt for your kids' extracurricular activities to show that you're their #1 fan. Add your own personal touch to everyday organization and errands with custom gifts from Vistaprint!

The Biggest Thing I Saved Money On Last Week

Here is a great example of how keeping a gift closet saves me money.

When I find great gift ideas on sale or clearance I will purchase a couple to add to my gift closet for gifts needed throughout the year.  I always try to have gifts on hand for adults and kids.  I also buy greeting cards when I find a great deal.

Payton was invited to a birthday party Saturday for 2 of her classmates that are twins.  Thankfully, I already had everything I needed for the party.

I had gift bags that I had recycled from Payton's birthday party.  I already had tissue paper and ribbon.  I pulled 2 gifts out of my closet.  Fortunately, I had 2 that were alike so that worked out great.  I didn't have birthday cards and I really didn't want to spend the money on them.  I know that 6 year olds don't really pay that much attention to their cards so I had Payton to make gift tags with supplies I already had.  We used scrapbook paper scraps and 4 foam punch outs.  Making the gift tags turned into a craft session for Payton which she enjoyed especially since she was making them for her friends. 

Here is our gifts:



Do you keep a gift closet?

Menu Planning Monday






Monday - Soup, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

Tuesday - Taco Tuesday - Taco Ring

Wednesday - Hot Dogs, Homemade Slaw, Rosemary Oven Fries


Thursday - Valentine's Dinner at Home - Still Planning
 

Friday -Hamburger Steak, Parmesan Oven Potatoes, Corn

Saturday - Dinner out with gift certificate received for Christmas!

Sunday - I try to leave Sunday open.  DH likes to cook!


You can find other great weekly menus at Menu Planning Monday at Organized Junkie!

FREE Atkins Quick Start Kit

Click here to request your FREE Atkins Quick Start Kit. 

NEW Coupons Available



Here is a list of new coupons available.  Print them while you can.

 $1.50 off (1) AZO Urinary Pain Relief Value Size

$1.00 off HORMEL COUNTRY CROCK Side dish

$1.00 off LLOYD'S Barbeque product

$1.00 off 2 HORMEL Pepperoni packages

$1.00 off HORMEL ALWAYS TENDER meat

$1.00 off 1 HORMEL Refrigerated Entree

$1.00 off any 1 LISTERINE Mouthwash 1L or larger

$3.00 off any Fisher-Price Giggle Gang

$5.00 off Laugh & Learn Love to Play Puppy

$10.00 off Fun With Friends Musical Table

$10.00 off Laugh & Learn Stride-to-Ride Puppy

$5.00 off Fisher-Price Poppity-Pop Musical Dino

$1.00 off One Pouch of Sunsweet Prunes 9 oz

$1.00 off One Sunsweet Oness Prunes Can 7 oz

$1.00 off One Pouch of Sunsweet D'Noir Prunes 9oz

$2.00 off Shakespeare in Love/The English Patient

Thought of the Day

Do not go where the path may lead.  Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.

Anonymous

Friday, February 8, 2013

Ways I Saved/Earned Money This Week

- I read all of my MyPoints emails daily for my account and my husband's to add points to receive FREE gift cards.

- Cleaned out my coupon binder.

- Continued to use my FREE samples this week including - sticky notes, toothpaste, lotion, shampoo, and conditioner.

- Only used my dishwasher once this week.

- Printed a few coupons for future shopping.

- Paid a couple of bills online. No money spent on stamps.

- Requested a couple of FREE samples.


- Stuck to my menu plan this week. No eating out.

- Compared gas prices before filling up.

- Continued to cut my dryer sheets in half to save.

- Planned my grocery shopping using sales and coupons.

- Won a $25 gift card from a giveaway - FREE dinner out coming soon.

- Cashed in Swagbucks for a $5 Amazon gift cards.

- Received FREE address labels, gift labels, note pad and bookmarks in the mail.

- Valentine's Day cards for Payton's class was ordered from Shutterfly for a sponsored post.  I also received a FREE desk plaque.  Then for posting my Valentine's card to my blog I received a $10 credit toward my next order.

- Entered Coke Reward Points, Pamper Points and Huggies Rewards point to each account for FREE gift cards, coupons and gifts.

- Watched a movie I had recorded when Directv offered FREE Movie Package weekend.  I refuse to pay for movies. :)


What did you do to save/earn money this week? Please link up below or leave a comment and share how you did.

York Photo - 60 FREE Prints

    Get 60 Free prints with code: FREESIXTY. Just pay the shipping. You'll also get an additional 40 Free prints just for registering = 100 FREE prints.
    I always have pictures to be printed! 

Sunday Coupon Preview



There will be 2 coupon inserts in this Sundays paper - 1 Smartsource and 1 RedPlum

Here is a few of my favorites:

Campbell’s $.40/4 condensed chicken noodle and tomato soups
Edge $1/1 7oz+ shave gel
Advil $1/1 Children’s product
Advil $1/1 Congestion Relief Allergy & Congestion Relief, Cold & Sinus or Allergy Sinus product  Advil $3/1 Congestion Relief, Allergy & Congestion Relief, Cold & Sinus or Allergy Sinus product

You can find a complete list here!


You can also find lots of great printable coupons available from Coupons.com, RedPlum, and Coupon Network.

NEW Coupons Available - Hormel, SPAM, Starbucks and More



Here is a list of new coupons available.  Print them while you can.

 $1.00 off HORMEL COMPLEATS meal

$1.50 off 3 12 oz. SPAM products

$1.00 off HORMEL SANDWICH MAKERS product

$1.00 off (1) Starbucks VIA Ready Brew

25% OFF Sherwin-Williams Paints and Stains

$1.00 off any Windex Touch-Up Cleaner

$1.00 off Diamond Nuts 8oz or greater

$1.00 off any (2) TWO Dial for Men Body Wash

MEGA Swagbucks Day!

If you haven't signed up with Swagbucks, you definitely need to. It is a great search engine where you can earn swagbucks every time you search. I average 20-30 swagbucks a day. You can also download the Swagbucks Toolbar and Swagbucks will give you FREE swagcodes occasionally.
You can redeem your swagbucks for great prizes. My favorite prize is Amazon gift cards. With 450 swagbucks you can earn a $5 Amazon gift card. I apply my gift cards to my Amazon account and save them to use at Christmas.

You can sign up for Swagbucks here and earn 30 swagbucks just by signing up!

Thought of the Day

Accept what you can't change. Change what you can't accept.

Thursday, February 7, 2013

FREE Recipe eBOOK - 8 Types of Girl Scout Cookies


If you are like me, I love Girl Scout cookies and since we can only get them once a year I can't wait to try some of these recipes.  My dh loves the Thin Mints.
    Free eCookbook: 8 Types of Girl Scout Cookies: Your Favorite Girl Scout Cookie Flavors, featuring 13 pages of different varieties of Girl Scout cookies + AllFreeCopycatRecipes Crazy for Copycats newsletter for FREE! Get this brand new FREE eCookbook collection of Girl Scout cookie varieties, perfect for when you're craving Girl Scout cookie flavors of the different Girl Scout cookies. This eCookbook is full of mouth-watering and easy types of Girl Scout cookies, including one of the best-selling Girl Scout cookies, Thin Mints (p.5). You can make more of these cookie recipes from scratch with a recipe for homemade Tagalongs (p.7). If you want a diverse selection of types of Girl Scout cookies, don't forget to try our recipe for a homemade version of Do-Si-Dos (p.8), as well as one of our best homemade cookie recipes for Samoas (p.6). No matter, which tastefully simple copycat recipes you decide to make, this free eCookbook ensures that you can enjoy your favorite Girl Scout cookie flavors all year long! Make it possible to eat Girl Scout cookies all year with 8 Types of Girl Scout Cookies: Your Favorite Girl Scout Cookie Flavors eCookbook.

My Favorite Deals at Lowes Foods This Week - 2/6-2/12

Here is a list of my favorite deals at Lowes Foods this week. Remember, Lowes Foods doubles coupons up to .99. You can use 20 coupons per transaction. They will accept 4 "like" coupons and 2 "like" internet coupons.

Also, you can earn .05 per gallon fuel rewards with every $100 spent.


Fresh Rewards E-offer
Scott Bath Tissue (12 double rolls) - $3.99
Use $1 coupon 1/13 RP
Final Price - $2.99
Limit 2

Buy 1, Get 2 FREE
Strawberries 1 lb.

Buy 1, Get 1 FREE

Thomas Bagels - $4.49
$2.24 each

Texas Pete - .99
.49 each

Other Deals
Eggland's Best Eggs - $2
Use .50 coupon 1/27 SS
Final Price - $1

Applegate Bacon - $3.50
Use $1 printable coupon
Final Price - $2.50


Chicken - Split Breast, Drumsticks, Thighs - .99 lb.

Cabbage - .49 lb.


You can find this weeks complete sales ad here! 

Amazon Local - Savings on Local Deals



    Great local deals that save you up to 75% on restaurants, spas, entertainment, and more.

Dollar General - $5 off $25 Purchase Coupon


Click here to print your coupon for $5 off $25 purchase for Saturday, February 9th ONLY!   If I am running low on diapers and there isn't any great deals I like to take advantage of this coupon and stock up.

Thought of the Day

"A bad attitude is like a flat tire, you can't go anywhere without changing it."

Anonymous

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Shutterfly Valentine Day's Cards

Stationery Card
View the entire collection of cards.
I ordered Payton's Valentine's Day cards from Shutterfly!  So adorable!

My Favorite Drug Store Deals This Week - 2/3-2/9

Here is a list of my favorite deals at CVS this week:





Rapid Sleep PM - $1.99
Receive $1.99 ECB
Final Price - FREE
Limit 1

Bausch + Lomb Renu - $7.99
Receive $5 ECB
Use $2 printable coupon
Final Price - .99 after coupon and ECB

Palmolive Dish Detergent - .99
Buy 2 and Use $1/2 coupon 1/20 SS
Final Price - .49 each


Here is a list of my favorite deals at Walgreens this week:









Culturelle Digestive, Kis Probiotic or Chewable Probiotic - $10
Receive $10 RR
Final Price - FREE

AZO Cranberry Softgel - $9.99
Receive $10 RR
Final Price - FREE

Sheets Energy Strips - $3.99
Receive $4 RR
Final Price - FREE

Thermacare Heat Wrap Back - $2.99
Receive $3 RR
Final Price - FREE
Here is a list of my favorite deals at Rite Aid this week:







Keri Lotion - $5.99
Use $5 in-ad coupon
and Use $1 coupon 2/3 SS
Final Price - FREE

Arm & Hammer Laundry Detergent Liquid, Power Paks - $3.99
Buy 2 and Use $1/2 coupon 1/20 SS
Receive $2 +UPR - Limit 2
Final Price - $1.49 each

NEW Coupons Available


Here is a list of new coupons available.  Print them while you can.


Wordless Wednesday



This is how I will be spending my afternoon........doing my taxes!!  I think I finally have everything together that I need.

Thought of the Day

"Worrying is like a rocking chair, it gives you something to do but doesn't get you anywhere."

Anonymous

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

New Weekly Post - 3 of my Favorite Thrifty Pins This Week

I admit it......I am addicted to Pinterest.  I have so many great thrifty ideas for meals, decorating, gifts and more.  Starting today, I will be sharing 3 of my favorite thrifty and frugal pins each week.



Frugal Cake Carriers - I think these would make a great housewarming, birthday or Christmas gifts.  I have seen these selling online for as much as $40.  I have seen this cake carriers at Dollar General and with a little bit of imagination, you could make your own.  Add some baking supplies and it would be perfect.


Dunkaroo Dip - This sounds great and very cheap to make!  This would be perfect for a baby shower or a kids birthday party.



Wooden Modge Podge Pictures - I can't wait to try this!  It is definitely on my to do list.  I love the finished product.

Be sure to follow me on Pinterest!

NEW Coupons Available


Here is a list of new coupons available.  Print them while you can.


Thought of the Day

If you don't want anyone to find out, then don't do it.

Chinese Proverb

Monday, February 4, 2013

FREE Tangy Jumbo Shrimp at Panda Express 2/13/13






Click here to print your coupon for a FREE Tangy Jumbo Shrimp at Panda Express on 2/13/13. 

FREE Sample of Nature Made Vitamelts

Click here request your FREE sample of Nature Made Vitamelts from Target.

FREE Pepsi Next 2 Liter


Click here to request your FREE Pepsi Next 2 Liter.  Pepsi is giving away 1,000,000.  Offer is good until February 5, at midnight.

Menu Planning Monday



Monday - Super Bowl leftovers

Tuesday - Taco Tuesday

Wednesday - Spaghetti, Bread, Salad


Thursday - Broiled Tilapia and Shrimp, Rice, Salad
 

Friday - Marinated Chicken, Oven Parmesan Potatoes, Salad (DH requested this again this week.)

Saturday - FREE Pizza from Papa John's

Sunday - I try to leave Sunday open.  DH likes to cook!


You can find other great weekly menus at Menu Planning Monday at Organized Junkie!


NEW Coupons Available




Here is a list of new coupons available.  Print them while you can.


Thought of the Day

"Enjoy the little things in life, because one day you will look back, and realize they were the big things."

Anonymous