My Life In Overdrive

Randalls Savings 6/28

2009-06-28T20:02:00.001-07:00

Transaction
1 Dorito Toasted Corn $1.99
1 Mission 30ct Corn Tortillas $0.99 - $0.75 Blinkie = $0.24
1 Safeway Whole Wheat Bread $1.19
1 Safeway Salsa Con Queso $2.00
4 Pop Secret 3ct $3.96 - $1.00 off 2 M.C. x's 2 = $1.96

OOP: $7.38
Saved: $15.84 (68%)

Menu Plan Monday

2009-06-28T17:53:00.000-07:00

Finally back to posting my menu for the week after being on a break from doing so. This is just a rough idea of what I want to cook from my stockpile for the week.

Sunday: Asian Chicken Legs with Rice, Broccoli and Crescent Rolls

Monday: Pancakes with Turkey Sausage Links

Tuesay: Pork Enchilladas with Queso, and Spanish Rice

Wednesday: Something from Stockpile

Thursday: Chicken Parmesan with Pasta and Spinach

Friday: Leftovers

Saturday: Cheeseburgers with Mac N Cheese

Kroger Savings 6/27

2009-06-28T07:33:00.001-07:00

This week at Krogers the Daytona Sale is going on where you buy 10 particpating items and get $3.00 off your total order. The best part there is no limit!

Transaction
1 Banquet Chicken Nuggets $3.99 - $0.30 D.S. - $1.00 Home Mailer = $2.69
2 Raqu Pasta Sauce $3.22 - $0.30 D.S. x's 2 - $1.00 I.P. = $1.62
4 Hunt's Manwich $4.72 - $0.30 D.S. x's 4 - $0.40 M.C. x's 2 = $1.92
1 Country Crock $1.99 - $0.30 D.S. - $0.50 M.C. = $0.69
1 Banquet Sausage $0.99 - $0.30 D.S. = $0.69
1 Kroger Cheese Slice $1.29 - $0.30 D.S. = $0.99

OOP: $8.60
Saved: $12.21 (58%)

Target Savings 6/27

2009-06-28T06:50:00.000-07:00

All deals were found courtesy of A Full Cup and Hot Coupon World unless otherwise noted.

Transaction
2 Jet Puffed Marshmallows $1.94
6 Glade Sense and Spray $35.94 - $4.00 M.C. x's 6 = $11.94 (Raincheck)
2 Dawn Pure Essence $4.98 - $1.50 M.C. x's 2 - $0.50 T.C. x's 2 = $0.98
1 Russett Potato $0.56
1 Community Coffee Whole Bean $4.99
2 Kellogg Eggo Baked Shop $3.00 - $1.00 I.P. x's 2 = $1.00
1 Dreyers Single Serve $1.19 - $1.00 I.P. = $0.19
1 Solo Bare Plates $1.50 - $1.00 I.P. = $0.50
1 Solo Bare Cups $1.50 - $1.00 I.P. = $0.50
2 Cottonelle 10ct Wipes $1.98 - $1.00 T.C. x's 2 (Adjusted) = Free
1 Pictureka Card Game $6.64 - $5.00 I.P. = $1.64

OOP: $25.54
Saved: $60.39!

Walgreens Savings 6/21

2009-06-21T16:41:00.001-07:00

Transaction 1
2 Nabisco Cakesters $5.00 - $1.00 M.C. x's 2 = $3.00
1 Aquafresh Advanced $3.00 - $1.00 M.C. = $2.00
1 Sports Sipper $0.30 (Clearanced)
Used $3.00 R.R.

OOP: $2.30
Saved: $9.68
Earned: $3.00 R.R. (Aquafresh) & $3.00 R.R. (Cakesters)

Transaction 2
2 Nabisco Cakesters $5.00 - $1.00 M.C. x's 2 = $3.00
1 Sports Sipper $0.30 (Clearanced)
Used $3.00 R.R. from Aquafresh

OOP: $0.30
Saved: $7.89
Earned: $3.00 (Cakesters)

CVS Savings 6/21

2009-06-21T16:29:00.000-07:00

Transaction
14 Soy Joy Bars $14.00 - $1.00 off 5 I.P. x's 2 = $12.00
2 Thermacare 1ct Wraps $4.98 - $1.00 I.P. x's 2 = $2.98
1 Listerine Total Care $4.99 - $2.00 M.C. = $2.99
1 Almay Pure Blend Foundation $13.99
1 Nestle Crunch $0.89

Store Coupons:
$5.00 off $30.00
$26.99 E.C.B.

OOP: $0.86
Saved: $43.55
Earned: $12.00 E.C.B. (Soyjoy), $10.00 (Almay), and $4.98 (Thermacare)

Kroger Savings 6/21

2009-06-21T16:20:00.000-07:00

Made another stop at Krogers to use up the last of the Angel Soft coupons before they expire and pick up a few other things

Transaction 1
3 Angel Soft 4ct $3.00 - $0.50 M.C. (Doubled) = Free
3 Bounty Extra Soft $3.00 - $0.25 M.C. (Tripled) = $0.75
1 Dawn Pure Essence $2.50 - $1.50 M.C. - $0.50 P&G ecoupon = $0.50

OOP: $1.35
Saved: $10.55 (89%)

Transaction 2
3 Angel Soft 4ct $3.00 - $0.50 M.C. (Doubled) = Free
3 Bounty Extra $3.00 - $0.25 M.C. (Tripled) - $1.00 H.M. x's 2 = $0.25
1 Kroger Bread $1.19

OOP: $1.46
Saved: $8.06 (84%)

Saturday Savings 6/20

2009-06-20T20:29:00.000-07:00

Made two stops today at Kroger and Target to get some more items that were on sale before the sales end. I also lucked out at both stores by finding deals on meat!
Krogers Transaction
3 Angel Soft 4ct $3.00 - $0.50 M.C. (Doubled) x's 3 = Free
3 Bounty Extra Soft $3.00 - $0.25 M.C. (Tripled) x's 3 = $0.75
1 100ct Flex Straws $0.99
3 Hunt's 4ct Pudding Snacks $2.97 - $1.00 off 3 Home Mailer = $1.97
1 Chedder Bratwurst $1.79 - Manager's Special
1 Italian Sausage $1.79 - Manager's Special

OOP: $7.29
Saved: $8.56 (46%)

Target Transaction
1 Dawn Pure Essential $2.09 - $1.50 M.C. = $0.59
3 Glade Candles $5.01 - $1.50 M.C. x's 3 = $0.51
4 Cottonelle Wipes 10ct $0.99 - $1.00 T.C. x's 4 (Adjusted) = Free
1 Top Round Steak $4.54 - $2.00 Peelie - $1.00 T.C. = $1.54
1 Chuck Steak $4.64 - $2.00 Peelie = $2.64

OOP: $5.28
Saved: $22.10

Randalls Savings 6/18

2009-06-18T18:55:00.000-07:00

Transaction
1 Lucky Charms $2.50 - 0.50 I.P. 0.55 C.F. 0.55 S.C. 0.60 S.C. = -0.20
1 Rice A Roni $0.75 (In Store Coupon)
1 Dorito Cool Ranch $1.99 (In Store Coupon)
1 Popsicle 12ct $0.99 (In Store Coupon)
1 Warm Delight $2.19 - 0.50 I.P 0.50 C.F. 0.50 S.C. 0.55 S.C. = -0.36
2 B.C. Frosting $3.98 - 0.25 Peelie 0.50 Peelie 0.50 C.F. 0.50 C.F. = $1.73
2 B.C. Supreme Brownies $4.00 - 0.50 M.C. - 0.75 C.F. 0.75 S.C. - 0.60 S.C. = $0.90
1 Mahatma Brown Rice $1.39 - 0.50 M.C. = $0.39
1 Kraft Deluxe $1.89 - $0.50 I.P. = $0.89
1 Kraft Singles 1.99 - 0.50 M.C. = $0.99
2 Dt. Coke 24ct $10.98
4 Hefty Trash Bags $23.96 - 4.00 Promotion - 1.00 M.C. x's 4 = $15.96
1 24ct Priority Cat Food $8.39

OOP: $46.53
Saved: $52.34 (55%)

CVS Moneymaker 6/18 - Dead Deal*

2009-06-18T18:50:00.001-07:00

When I read on A Full Cup and Hot Coupon World that the cleaning cloths for glasses were part of the buy 2 sunglasses get $10 E.C.B. I had to go check it out. I stopped by on the way home and sure enugh I found two packages and it worked!

Transaction
2 Sun Covers Cleaning Cloths 20ct $0.99 each

OOP: $2.14
Earned: $10.00 E.C.B., this makes it a $7.86 moneymaker!

*This is no longer working as of this morning according to reports on Hot Coupon World

Kroger Savings 6/17

2009-06-17T17:49:00.000-07:00

Transaction
6 Chips Ahoy Snack Sacks $6.00 - $0.55 M.C. x's 6 = $2.70
1 Hunt's Spaghetti Sauce $1.00
1 Tetley Tea $1.99
2 Nestle Crunch $1.79 B1G1
3 McCormick Grill Mates $3.00 - $0.50 M.C. x's 3 = Free!
3 Angel Soft 4ct $3.00 - $0.50 M.C. x's 3 = Free!
3 Sauve Deodarant $3.00 - $0.50 M.C. x's 3 = Free!
1 Kroger 1/2 Gallon Milk $1.79
4 Eckrich Smoked Sausage $1o.00 - $1.00 off 2 M.C. x's 2 = $8.00

OOP: $17.42
Saved: $33.46 (65%)

Nothing Like A Sale To End The Day (Target 6/16)

2009-06-17T17:43:00.000-07:00

Transaction
1 Norelco Razor $27.99 - $20.00 M.C. = $7.99 (Father's Day Present)
2 Glade Fabric Spray $7.78 -$2.00 T.C. x's 2 (Found on bottle) - B1G1 M.C. = 0.11 Overage

OOP: $8.53
Saved: $34.89

Nothing Like A Sale To Start The Day (CVS 6/16)

2009-06-17T17:32:00.001-07:00

Transaction
2 Aveeno Shampoo's $13.00 - $2.oo M.C. x's 2 = $9.00
2 Aveeno Conditioners $13.00 - $2.00 M.C. x's 2 = $9.00
1 Purex Complete 3 in 1 $6.99 - $2.00 M.C. = $4.99

Store Coupons:
$10.00 off $30.00
$9.00 E.C.B.
$2.00 E.C.B.

OOP: $2.15
Saved: $45.49
Earned: $10.00 E.C.B. (Aveeno) and $2.00 E.C.B. (Purex)

Mega Sales Mega Savings (Randalls 6/14)

2009-06-14T18:14:00.000-07:00

Transaction
4 Kraft Barbecue $5.00 - $0.75 M.C. x's 4 = $2.00
1 Capri Sun $1.99 - $1.00 M.C. = $0.99
1 Johnsonville Sausage $3.00 - $1.00 M.C. = $2.00
2 Lawry's Seasoning $1.38 - $0.50 M.C. (Doubled) = $0.38
2 Pop Tarts $3.98 - $1.00 M.C. = $2.98
2 Kellogg Cocoa Krispies $4.98 - $1.00 M.C. x's 2 = $2.98
10 Delmonte Vegetables $12.50
3 Helper's $4.50 - $0.80 I.P. - 0.75 S.C. - 0.75 C.F. - 0.50 C.F. = $1.70
6 Velvetta Single Serve $7.50 - B1G1 x's 2 = $5.00
1 Velvetta Shell's and Cheese $1.99 - $1.00 I.P. = $0.99
1 Lean Pocket $2.50 - $0.50 M.C. (Doubled) = $1.50
1 Country Crock $1.99 - $0.50 M.C. (Doubled) = $0.99
4 Chips Ahoy Snack Packs $7.96 - $0.55 M.C. x's 4 = $5.76
2 Barilla Pasta's $2.78
2 Peter Pan Peanut Butter $4.98 - $1.00 M.C. x's 2 = $2.98
1 Hostess Mini Doughnuts $2.49 - $0.50 M.C. (Doubled) = $1.49
$5.00 off 10 Mega Sale x's 4 = $20.00 off

OOP: $27.10
Saved: $62.08 (70%)

Sunday Savings 6/14

2009-06-14T18:00:00.000-07:00

CVS Transaction
3 Schick Razor's $23.97 - $4.00 M.C. x's 3 = 11.97
1 Crest Pro Health $2.99 - $1.00 Home Mailer = $1.99
2 Kellogg's Cereal's $3.76 - $1.00 M.C. x's 2 = $1.76
$4 off $20
$4.00 E.C.B.
$3.99 E.C.B.
$3.00 E.C.B.

OOP: $0.73
Saved: $48.11
Earned: $9.00 E.C.B. (Razors) and $2.00 E.C.B. (Crest)

Walgreen's Transaction
1 St. Ives Body Wash $2.99 - $1.50 M.C. = $1.49
3 Walgreen Reusable Bags $2.97 - $1.97 Wags (3 for $1)
1 Friskes Cat Food $0.89
$1.00 R.R.
$2.00 R.R.

OOP: $0..41
Saved: $6.87
Earned: $3.00 R.R. (St. Ives)

Target Savings 6/13

2009-06-14T17:10:00.000-07:00

Transaction #1
4 Ziplock Bags $9.16 -B1G1 x's 2 - $1.00 T.C. x's 4 = $0.58
2 A1 Steak Sauce $4.18 - $2.00 I.P. x's 2 = $0.18
1 Degree $2.44 -$1.50 I.P. = $0.94
2 Purina Cat Chow $23.58 - $3.50 I.P. x's 2 = $16.58
$10.00 Gift Card
$2.19 Gift Card

OOP: $6.09
Saved: $28.88
Earned: $5.00 Gift Card for Purina Cat Chow

Tranasaction #2
4 Air Wick I Motion $19.96 - $4.00 M.C. x's 4 = $3.96
6 Glade Candle Tins $8.35* - $1.50 M.C. x's 6 = $-0.65

OOP: $3.58
Saved: $52.20
*Didn't realize until I was home that one of the candles didn't scan but she scanned 6 coupons causing an overage on the candles.

Kroger Savings 6/13

2009-06-14T16:42:00.000-07:00

Transaction
1 Lysol Floor Cleaner $1.73 - $0.50 M.C. (Doubled) = $0.73
2 Lysol Kitchen Cleaner $3.46 - $0.50 M.C. (Doubled) x's 2 = $1.46
2 Lysol Spray $5.62 - $2.00 M.C. x's 2 = $1.62
2 Lysol Toilet Bowl Cleaner $2.98 - $0.50 M.C. (Doubled) x's 2 = $0.98
2 A&H Carpet Powder $3.78 - $0.50 I.P. (Doubled) x's 2 = $1.78
2 Whiskes $2.18 - B1G1 = $1.09
10 Kraft Easy Mac $10.00 - B1G1 x's3 - $1.00 off 2 I.P. x's 2 - $1.00 C.F. = $4.00
7 Kraft Cheese $11.69 - $0.50 x's M.C. x's 3 - $1.00 I.P. x's 3 = $5.69
1 Tyson Chicken Strips $6.99 (Forgot my coupon)
1 Country Crock Butter $1.99 - $0.50 M.C. (Doubled) = $0.99
2 Lean Pockets $3.38 - $0.50 M.C. (Doubled) x's 2 = $1.38
1 Folger's Coffee $5.69 -$0.25 M.C. (Tripled) = $4.94
3 1lb Ground Round Rolls $5.07 ($1.69 a pound)
2 Apple Studel Pop Tarts (Closeout, thanks Zoey's Mom) $2.50 - $1.00 off 2 = $1.50

OOP: $37.45
Saved: $55.19 (59%)

Sunday Savings 6/6

2009-06-09T17:57:00.000-07:00

Went by CVS and Randall's for cheap detergent and take advantage of the Mega Sale going on.
CVS Transaction
4 Dt. Coke $13.00
1 Gillette Fusion Power Razor $7.99
2 Dawn Dish Soap $2.00
3 Tide Detergent $17.97

Coupons Used:
$5 off $30
$4.00 M.C. Razor
$0.50 Dawn
$0.25 Dawn
$1.00 x's 3 Tide
$8.00 E.C.B.

OOP: $21.68
Saved: $50.52
Earned: $3.00 E.C.B. Coke, $1.00 E.C.B. Dawn, and $4.00 E.C.B. Razor

Randall's Transaction
2 Peter Pan Peanut Butter $4.98 - $1.00 M.C. x's 2 = $2.98
2 Keebler Cookies $4.98 - $1.00 I.P. off 2 = $3.98
1 Lean Pocket $1.99 - $0.50 M.C. Doubled = $0.99
1 Betty Crocker Frosting $1.79 - $0.50 I.P. Doubled = $0.79
4 Hefty One Zip $8.00 - $1.00 M.C. x's 4 = $4.00
1 Reynolds Foil $2.79 - $0.50 M.C. Doubled - $0.80 Randall's Coupon = $0.99
$5.00 off Mega Deal

OOP: $9.14
Saved: $25.26 74%!

Target Savings 6/6

2009-06-09T17:36:00.000-07:00

Went to Target Saturday to take advantage of free hand soap and use the coupons from the new P&G insert to snag some cheap razors.

Target Transaction #1
Soft Soap Ensemble Starter Kit $6.00
Soft Soap Ensemble Refill $6.00

Coupons Used:
$2.00 M.C.
$1.00 M.C.
$2.00 Target Coupon
$2.00 Target Coupon
$5.00 Target Gift Card

OOP: Zero!
Earned: $5.00 Gift Card for buying two Soft Soap Ensemble

Transaction #2
1 Spot Shot $2.99 - $1.00 I.P. = $1.99
2 Gillette Fusion Power Razors $15.98 - $4.00 M.C. x's 2 = $7.98

Used $5.00 Gift Card

OOP: $4.97
Earned: $10.00 Gift Card for Razors

Transaction #3
2 Gillette Fusion Power Razors $15.98 - $4.00 M.C. x's 2 = $7.98
Used: $10.00 Gift Card

OOP: Zero!
Earned: $10.00 Gift Card for Razors

Now with two gift cards I have $12.19 to use on future trips!

Sunday Savings 5/30

2009-05-31T09:46:00.000-07:00

Went by Walgreens to get the paper plates that were on sale in order to get my Hurricane supplies together. I also picked up some other sale items while I was there. I also stopped by Krogers to get a few more sale items before the deals are over and to my surprise I also got some great deals on meat that was marked down.

Walgreens Transaction
5 Cutter Bug Spray $10.00 - $2.00 M.C. x's 4 = $2.00
1 Ecotrin $2.00 - $2.00 M.C. = Free!
4 Chinet Paper Plates $6.00 - $1.00 M.C. x's 4 = $2.00
1 Bic Soleil $4.99 - $3.00 M.C. = $1.99
Also used:
$3.oo R.R.

OOP: 3.24
Saved: $28.45
Earned: $2.00 R.R. (Ecotrin) & $1.00 R.R. Bic Soleil

Kroger's Transaction
3 Dial Handsoap $3.00 - $0.35 M.C. Tripled (Adjusted Down) = Free!
2 Weber Marinades $1.79 - $0.50 M.C. Doubled (Adjusted Down) = Free!
2 Country Time Lemonades $2.00 - $1.50 I.P. = $0.50
3 Doughnuts $1.50 (Reward for a patient 8 year old and me)
3lbs Ground Chuck $3.57 ($1.19lb Manager Special)
4lbs Brisket $5.04 ($2.52 for 2lb packages, Manager Special)
Also Used:
$1.00 OYNO

OOP: $9.61
Saved: $13.23 57%
Earned: $1.00 OYNO for Country Time

Krogers Run 5/30

2009-05-30T18:42:00.000-07:00

Went by Krogers to pick up some more Country Time before the sale ends and snagged some other great deals while I was there. I even had the cashier applauding at the end on how well I did.

Transaction
1 All and Smighty $3.99 - $1.00 = $2.99
3 Dial Hand Soaps $3.00 - $0.35 M.C. (Adjusted) = Free!
2 Weber Grill Mates $2.00 - $0.50 M.C. Doubled = Free!
2 Pillsbury 5ct Cinnamon Rolls $3.18 -$0.50 S.C. - $0.50 Doubled - $0.35 Tripled = $0.63
2 Country Time Lemonade $2.00 - $1.50 = $0.50
$1.00 OYNO
$1.00 OYNO
$1.00 OYNO

OOP: $1.32
Saved: $23.16 94%!
Earned: $1.00 OYNO from Country Time

Krogers Run 5/29

2009-05-29T20:48:00.001-07:00

Went by Krogers this evening and came home with some great deals ! I am going back tomorrow to get some things they were out of at the one I went to tonight.

Transaction

18ct Large Eggs $0.88
1 Gallon Milk $1.99
4 Kool Aid Canisters $4.00 - $1.00 off 2 I.P. = $2.00
2 Country Time Lemonades $2.00 - $1.50 I.P. = $0.50
3 Weber Grill Marinades $2.67 - $0.50 M.C. Doubled (Adjusted) = Free!
4 Cambell Soup $4.00 - $1.00 off 2 I.P. = $2.00
8 Hormell Chili $10.00 - $3.00 Kroger Promotion - $1.00 M.C. - 0.55 M.C. = 3.90
4 Velvetta Shells and Cheese $6.44 - $1.00 I.P. = $2.44
3 B.C. Instant Potatoes $5.07 - $0.25 M.C. Tripled - 0.35 S.C. = $2.47
3 Pillsbury Crescent Rolls $4.50 - $0.25 M.C. Tripled = $2.25
3 Reach Toothbrushes $3.00 - $0.50 M.C. Doubled = Free!
$5.00 OYNO

OOP: $13.35
Saved: $57.31 80%!
Earned: $1.00 OYNO from 2 Country Time and 2 $1 from Kraft for 4 Velvetta

Problems with Target & Coupons

2009-05-28T12:18:00.000-07:00

Lately I have felt that Target is targeting couponer's. At first I thought it was just a random thing until today when I read this. Apparently I am not the only one who has encountered cashiers at Targets making up their own rules regarding the coupon policy. I have encountered cashiers who despite what the coupon says state that you can only get what is pictured along with any other random rule they want to throw out there. As Kimberly states on our blog about her experience I had the same one at the Target in Spring off of I 45. I am now only going when I just can't pass up the deal and I still am uncomfortable shopping at Target even though I know I am following the coupon policy sent to me by Target corporate. I just started using coupons hard core back in February and I make sure to follow the coupon policy at each store in order to ensure that coupons are welcome from me in the future and not to cause trouble for other couponer's. Please take your time and read Kimberly's blog post about her experience and get the word out there that this happening and we aren't going to allow stores to treat us like common thieves when we aren't doing anything wrong except wanting to save our families money and stretch our dollars further during these hard economic times.

Sunday Savings 5/24

2009-05-25T08:55:00.000-07:00

What a great day for savings! I did really well at CVS and Walgreens and picked up some great deals at Randalls and Target as well. I only had one problem and that was due to me not paying attention to a coupon I had and I spent more out of pocket that I wanted to but that is a part of learning how to coupon.
CVS Transaction
1 Revlon Nail Polish $3.99
1 Colgate Total Advanced $2.99
2 Campfire 10oz Marshmallows $1.98
1 Playtex 18ct Gentle Glide $3.99
1 Band Aid 30ct Flex $2.99
1 Band Aid 20ct Kids $2.99
1 Clearasil Daily Face Wash $3.99
1 Glade Candle $4.99
1 Nivea Men's Body Wash $3.99

Coupons Used:
$5 off $30
$1 Revlon
$1 Colgate Total
$1 Playtex Gentle Glide
$1 Band Aid x's 2
$4 Glade Candle
$1 Nivea Men's
$5.00 ECB
$10.00 ECB

OOP: $1.90
Saved: $38.82
ECB Earned: $15.99

Walgreens Transaction
3 4ct Energizer Batteries 8.97
2 Reach Ultra Toothbrushes $5.00

Coupons Used:
B1G1 Reach
$1 Energizer x's 3
$2.00 R.R.

OOP: $7.00
Saved: $12.56
Earned $3 R.R.

Randalls Transaction
7 Sweet Baby Ray's Barbecue Sauce $10.43 - $1 off 2 M.C. x's 3 = $7.43
7 Kraft Salad Dressing $9.38 - $1.50 M.C. x's 7 = $1.12 Overage
2 Tropican Orange Juice $6.98 - $1 off 2 M.C. = $5.98
1 Kraft Singles $2.49 - $1.50 In Store Coupon = $0.99
$3.00 OYNO

OOP: $9.87
Saved: $39.11 79%

Target Transaction
4 12ct Pop Tarts $9.32 - $1 off 2 M.C. x's 2 - 0.50 T.C. x's 4 = $5.32
1 Keebler Fudge Cookies $2.33
2 Kraft Mayo's $3.98 -$1 M.C. x's 2 - $1 T.C. x's 2 = Free!
2 Frosted Flakes $3.98 -$1 I.P. x's 2 = $1.98
4 Knorr Rice Sides $3.96 - 0.75 M.C. x's 2 = $2.46
1lb Angus Steak $3.91 - $1 T.C. = $2.91
2 Wet Wipes $3.74 - $1 I.P. x's 2 = $1.74

OOP: $16.74
Saved: $30.22
Earned $5.00 Gift Card for Pop Tarts and Cookies

CVS Lunch Run 5/22

2009-05-25T08:24:00.000-07:00

When I found out that the Spend $15 get $5.oo ECB for Nivea was more than one (thanks A Full Cup) I made a trip to CVS during lunch on Friday.
Transaction
2 Nivea Sun Kissed Legs $19.98
2 Nivea Women Body Wash $13.98

Coupons Used:
$5 off $30
$6.99 Buy Nivea Get Body Wash Free
$9.99 Buy Nivea Get Body Wash Free (I didn't realize this until later)
$5.00 ECB
$4.00 ECB

OOP: $3.23
Saved: $30.98
ECB Earned: $10.00

Kroger Run 5/21

2009-05-21T19:23:00.001-07:00

Stopped by Krogers this evening to take adavantage of the Memorial Day sale and get some great deals with the Kraft coupons I have been able to print out.
Transaction
2 Sarah Lee Cheesecake $9.98 - $1.00 M.C. x's 2 = $7.98
2 Sarah Lee Pound Cakes $5.98 - $1.00 M.C. x's 2 = $3.98
2 Cool Whip 8oz Tubs = Free with Sarah Lee Desserts!
3 G.G. Boxed Vegetables $3.00 - $0.50 I.P. Doubled x's3 = Free!
4 California Kitchen Pizza's $19.96 - $1.00 I.P. x's 4 = 15.96
2 Oscar Meyer Bacon $5.99 (B1G1) - $1.00 off 2 I.P. = $4.99
4lbs Chicken Drumsticks $4.16 (0.99lb)
3 Yaksobia Noodles $3.00 - $0.35 M.C. Tripled x's 3 = Free!
4 Kool Aid Drink Mixes $4.00 - $1.00 off 2 I.P. x's 2 = $2.00
3 Weber Grill Seasonings $3.00 - $0.50 M.C. Doubled x's 3 = Free!
1 2ct Coast Soap Bar $1.00
4 Kroger Baked Beans $3.56
3 Dial Liquid Hand Soaps $3.00 - $0.35 M.C. Tripled x's 3 = Free!
Fresh Green Beans $0.76
3 Kraft Barbecue Sauce $3.00 - $1.00 I.P. x's 3 = Free!

OOP: $44.39
Saved: $71.33 60%!
Earned $5.00 on my next trip for buying the 4 California Pizza's! (Much cheaper than take out)

Sunday Savings 5/17

2009-05-17T10:35:00.000-07:00

Only one store today and that was a last minute decision after seeing the CVS ad yesterday.
Transaction
8 Chief Boyardee Pasta's $10.00
3 Mott's Applesauce $5.00
3 Dole 4ct Fruit $5.00

Coupons Used:
$4 off $20
$5 E.C.B.
$1 off 4 Chief Boyardee x's 2

OOP: $9.00
Saved: $24.06
Earned: $5.00 E.C.B for Chief Boyardee

HEB 5/16

2009-05-17T10:28:00.000-07:00

Went by HEB to see if I had better luck than I did the last time and came home with some great deals!
Transaction:
5 4lb Bags of Sugar $5.00
5 Hunt's Spaghetti Sauce $5.00
5 Lean Pockets $5.00
2 Post Cocoa Pebbles $2.98
2 Post Fruity Pebbles $2.98

Coupons Used:
$0.5o Post Cereal In Store Coupon x's 4

OOP: $18.98

Krogers 5/15

2009-05-17T10:23:00.001-07:00

Went back by Krogers to pick up the Bologna they were holding for me and see if they restocked the lunchables as well.
Transaction
8 12oz Oscar Meyer Bologna $7.92
5 Oscar Meyer Lunchables $4.95

Coupons Used:
$1 off 2 Bologna x's 4
$3 OYNO
$1.50 OYNO

OOP: $4.37
Saved: $31.50 87%!

CVS Lunch Run 5/15

2009-05-17T10:13:00.000-07:00

Stopped by CVS again during lunch on Friday and walked away with more free ceral and free toothbrushes. The only thing I paid for that I normally dont' buy but I was low on time and needed something to get more total to $20 to use my 4 off $20 was a $3 toothbrush for M.

Transaction
4 Kellogg Cereal's $8.00
5 Colgate Plus Toothbrushes $9.95
1 Oral-B Kid's Toothbrush $3.49

Coupons Used:
$4 off $20
$5 E.C.B.
$1 Colgate x's 5

OOP: $3.44
Saved: $27.56
Earned: $5.00 E.C.B. for Colgate Toothbrushes!

Kroger Savings 5/14

2009-05-14T18:09:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all the Kraft coupons and other deals going on this was a great time to stock up on some things. I have to go back tomorrow to see if they stocked up on the 0.99 Bologna and the 0.99 Lunchables for M.

Transaction:
6 Kraft Barbecue $6.54 - $1.00 I.P. x's 6 = $0.54
2 French's Worcestershire Sauce $3.38 - $0.50 M.C. Doubled x's 2 = $1.38
3 Hunt's Ketchup $3.00 - $0.20 M.C. Tripled x's 3 = $1.20
10 Michelina's Budget Gourmet $5.00 (0.50 each, great low cost lunch at work)
2 Nestle Crunch Mini's $3.76
1 Kraft Mini Marshmallows $1.49
3 Yaksobia's $3.00 - $0.35 M.C. Tripled (Adjusted) = Free!
2 Warm Delights $3.78 - $0.50 M.C. Doubled x's 2 - 0.75 H.M. - 0.55 S.C. - 0.50 C.F. = Free
1 New York Lite Garlic Toast $2.49 - $0.40 M.C. Doubled = $1.69
3 Ear's of Corn $1.32
1 Tetley Tea 24ct $1.99 - $0.50 H.M. Doubled = $0.99
2 Softsoap $2.18 - $0.35 M.C. Tripled x's 2 = $0.08

OOP: $17.58
Saved: $32.66 65%!
Recieved $3.00 OYNO from Kraft Barbecue and $1.50 OYNO from French's

Legend:
I.P. - Internet Printable
M.C. - Manufacture Coupon
H.M. - Home Mailer
S.C. - Shortcuts
C.F. - Cellfire

CVS Lunch Run 5/13

2009-05-13T18:55:00.000-07:00

Went by CVS during lunch and snagged some great deals!
Transaction
4 Kellogg Cereal's $8.00
1 Nivea Sun Kissed Legs $9.99
1 Nivea Woman's Body Wash $6.99
7 St. Ives Apricot Scrub Trial $10.43

Coupons Used:
$1.00 I.P. Kellogg's x's 4
Free Nivea Body Wash When Buying Sun Kissed Legs
$1.50 St. Ives Face x's 7
$2.98 E.C.B.
$2.00 E.C.B.
$4.00 off $20

OOP: $5.19 (Price for Nivea Sun Kiss, everything else free!)
Saved: $39.67
Earned: $5.00 E.C.B. for spending $15 on Nivea and got another $4.00 off 20 that I am going to use Friday to get more cereal for free and get the Colgate toothbrush deal.

Sunday Savings 5/10

2009-05-10T14:43:00.000-07:00

Thanks to A Full Cup, Hot Coupon World, and Katy Couponers I had an excellent day full of great deals! I made two different trips to CVS using my card and my roomates in order to take advantage of great deals, one trip to Walgreens, and a trip to Randalls to use up my last $10 catalina from the Living Well Promotion and two $1.25 catalina's from the Ziplock deal.

CVS Store #1
2 Bayer Contour Meters $29.98
1 Schick Quatro Razor 8.99
1 Bayer Quick Release $2.00
1 Nestle Crunch $0.89

Coupons Used:
$14.99 Bayer Contour x's 2 = Free! (Will be donated)
$4.00 Schick
$3.89 E.C.B.
$3.99 E.C.B.

OOP: 0!
Saved: $173.85
Earnd: $10.00 E.C.B. Bayers (5.00 x's 2), $4.00 E.C.B. Schick, and $2.00 Bayer

CVS Store #2
1 Bayer Contour $14.99
1 Schick Quatro $8.99
2 Schick Quatro Trimmer $17.98
1 Bayer Quick Release $2.00

Coupons Used
$14.99 Bayer (Adjusted down from $30 and will be donated)
$4.00 Schick x's 3
$4.00 off $20 CVS Coupon
$10.00 ECB
$2.89 ECB

OOP: $0.08!
Saved: $115.87
Earned: $5.00 E.C.B. Bayer, $12.00 Schick ($4.00 x's 3), and $2.00 Bayer

Walgreens
1 Colgate Max Fresh Toothbrush $2.99
2 Lysol Wipes $5.00
1 Nestle Crunch $0.89

Coupons Used:
$1.00 Colgate Max Fresh
$2.00 Register Reward
$5.00 Register Reward

OOP: $0.95
Saved: $10.48
Earned: $2.00 Register Reward for toothbrush

Randalls
6 Kraft Barbecue Sauce $5.94 - $0.75 M.C. x's 6 = $1.44
5 Capri Sun SunRise $7.45 - $1.00 M.C. x's 5 = $2.45 (0.49 each)*
2 Lunchables $2.00
1 Coffee Mate Creamer $3.15
1 Bush's Baked Beans $1.25
2 Johnsonville Breakfast Sausage $4.29 B1G1 - $1.00 M.C. = $3.29
1 Ziploc 100ct Sandwich Bags $3.49 - $0.40 M.C. Doubled = $2.69
$1o.oo Catalina
$1.25 Catalina x's 2

OOP: $3.49
Saved: $42.31 92%!
Earned: $3.00 Catalina

*There is a deal going on right now where for buying 5 Capri Suns at $2.49 a piece you get $5.00 off instantly making them $1.49 each before coupons.

Sunday Savings 5/3

2009-05-03T11:25:00.000-07:00

Only one stop this week and that is at CVS. Not much going on for me this week but next week looks very good.
Transaction
2 Kelloggs Mini Wheats $6.66
1 Kelloggs Frosted Flakes $3.34
2 Dawn Dish Soap $1.98
1 Listerine Total Care $3.49
2 Colgate Max White $5.98

Coupons
$1.00 Kellogg's Mini Wheats x's 2 I.P.
$1.00 Kellogg's Frosted Flake I.P.
$0.50 Dawn x's 2 Home Mailer
$2.00 Listerine M.C.
$1.00 Colgate x's 2 M.C.
$10.00 ECB

OOP: $3.45
Saved: $27.57
Earned: $5.00 E.C.B. Kellogg's and $4.00 E.C.B. Colgate

I'm Loving Randalls

2009-05-02T06:39:00.000-07:00

Went to Randalls two more times to take advantage of sales and the Living Well Promotion before it ends on the 5th. My second trip I didn't do as well as planned due to an expired $10 off $50 coupon and picking up the wrong tortillas. But still did well in the end and have $12.50 in Catalina's for next week.
Transaction 1
7 Electrasol $27.93
Hot Dog Buns $1.00
Milk $2.49
Capri Sun Sunrise $1.99
Sunsweet Juice $3.49

Coupons
$2.50 M.C. Electrasol x's 7
$1.00 M.C. Capri
$0.50 Randalls Capri

OOP: $15.59
Saved: $37.70 72%!
Earned $10.00 Catalina for Living Well Promo

Transaction 2
4 12ct Dt. Coke 11.98
24ct Water (Free with above)
2 8ct Mission Tortillas $5.98
1 Keebler Cookie $1.00
1 Skippy Reduced Fat Peanut Butter $2.50
1 Welch's Grape Juice $3.49
1 Pam Spray $3.49
1 Capri Sun Sunrise $1.99
2 Ziploc Freezer Quart Bags $6.58
2 Ziploc Freezer Gallon Bags $6.58
1 Tropican Premium Orange Juice $3.00
1 Cheese Sticks $3.49
1 Kid's Reusable Bag $1.99
1 Sarah Lee Wheat Bread $2.00
2 Tyson Chicken Nuggets $7.99
1 7lb Pork Roast Shoulder Bone In $7.16 (Will be cooked and shredded)

Coupons:
$1.00 Dt. Coke x's 2
$1.00 Mission x's 2
$0.40 Skippy
$0.75 Welch's
$1.00 Pam
$1.00 Capri
$0.50 Capri (Randalls's)
$1.50 Ziploc
$0.40 Ziploc x's 2 (Only one doubles)
$2.00 Reusable
$1.00 Tyson (Had two, second wasn't scanned)
$10.00 Catalina from previous trip

OOP: $48.68
Saved: $73.42 61%!
Earned: $10.00 Catalina Living Well and 2 1.25 Catalina from Ziploc

Sunday Savings - Grocery 4/26

2009-04-26T17:59:00.000-07:00

Went to three stores today and had bad luck at all three. One store with untrained cashiers got me free meat and a refusal from me to go back for awhile, another store I didn't buy the right things and didn't get another $10 OYNO, and the last I was overcharged $2.00. Oh yeah throw in an 8 year old who didn't want any part of the confusion and extra time it was taking to shop today. But in the end there were some good deals to be found and here they are.

HEB transaction
2 12ct Eggs $2.00
3 Hillshire Beer Brats $3.00

I had three $0.55 M.C. for the brats but they wouldn't go through and the picture on the coupon was the exact thing I was buying. All I could figure out was is how it was coming up in their system wasn't matching the coupon causing it to beep. After 2 cashiers tried to figure it out and make me feel horrible the manager just gave them to me and apologized for the hassle.

OOP: $2.00

Randalls Transaction
2 Classico Pasta Sauces $4.00 - $1.00 M.Q. = $3.00
Safeway Spaghetti - Free with Classico
Safeway Pasta Shells - Free with Classico
2 Hunt's Tomatoes - $2.00
2 Orville PopCorn - $3.39 (B1G1) - $0.40 M.Q. x's 2 = $2.19
SunChips $3.00 - $1.01 Randalls Coupon = $1.99
Planter's Peanuts $2.5o
Kellogg's Rice Krispies $1.99 - $1.00 M.Q. = $0.99
Hershey Rollo - $o.99
Capri Sun SunRise $1.99 - $0.50 Randalls - $1.00 M.Q. = $0.49
3 Pillsubry 8ct Reduced Fat $8.67 - $0.25 M.Q. = $7.67
California Kitchen Pizza $5.99 - $2.00 M.Q. = $3.99
Fresh Express Salad Mix $1.00
Organic Peeled Carrots $1.00
Bright Green Bleach $1.49 - $1.00 M.Q. = $0.49
Dial Liquid Soap $1.25 - $0.35 M.Q. = $0.20
2 Lysol Wipes $5.00 - $1.00 M.Q. x's 2 = $3.00
$10.00 Catalina

OOP: $21.82
Saved: $46.70 68%!
Earned: $3.00 OYNO from Pillsbury but messed up Living Well Promo and lost $10

Target Transaction
10 Kraft Easy Mac Meals $7.90 - $1.00 off 2 T.C. x's 5 = $2.90
9 Vitamin Waters $9.00 - $1.00 M.Q. = Free!
6 Teddy Grahams $12.00 - $1.00 T.C. x's 6 - $1.00 M.Q. x's 3 = $3.00

OOP:$5.90!

Legend:
M.Q. = Manufacture Coupon
OYNO = On Your Next Order
T.C. = Target Coupon

Randall's Triples up to 0.39 and doubles up to 0.50 one like coupon.

Sunday Savings - Drugstore 4/26

2009-04-26T14:49:00.000-07:00

Some pretty good sales at CVS and Walgreens this week. I am found some deals at Walgreens purely by accident.
CVS Transaction
1 Garnier Fructis Leave In Conditioner $2.99
1 Halls 40ct $2.19
1 First Aid Kit $0.99
1 Neosporin $5.79
2 48ct Benedryl $16.00
2 Pond's 30ct Original Cloths $6.79 B1G1
2 Pond's 30ct Scrubbing Cloths $7.29 B1G1
1 Schick Intution Razor $8.99

Coupons
$1.00 Garnier
$1.00 Halls
$1.00 Band Aid
$1.00 Neosporin
$1.50 Benedryl x's2
$1.25 Pond's x's 4
$4.00 Schick
$2.00 CVS Coupon Neosporin
$10.00 CVS off $50.00
$4.00 ECB
$10.00 ECB
$4.99 ECB

OOP: $4.05
Saved: $66.04!
Earned: $10.00 ECB, $4.00 ECB, and $2.00 ECB!

Walgreens Transaction
2 Cutter Advanced Bug Spray $3.18 (Clearanced)
2 Bic Soleil 4ct Cartridges $3.59 Clearanced)
1 Ecotrin Low Dose 45ct $2.00
1 Walgreens Low Dose 36ct $0.50 (Clearanced)
1 Nivea Women's Body Wash $4.99

Coupons:
$2.00 Bic Soleil x's 2 (Adjusted Down)
$2.25 Ecotrin (Adjusted Down)
$1.00 Nivea
$3.50 R.R.
$2.00 R.R.

OOP: $2.17
Saved: $35.76!
Earned: $5.00 R.R. and $2.00 R.R.

Randalls 4/24

2009-04-25T07:05:00.000-07:00

Stopped by Randalls last night to get some Electrasol and got a great deal thanks to the Living Well and Feeling Great promo going on right now.

Transaction:
8 Electrasol 20ct Gel Pacs $31.92
1 Dial Hand Soap $1.25

Coupons
$2.50 M.Q. x's 8 Electrasol (0.24 each after coupon!)
$0.35 M.Q. Tripled Dial
$10.00 Catalina off total order from Living Well Promo

OOP: $2.29
Saved $48.09 98%!
Earned $10.00 Catalina for next trip for Living Well Promo!

Krogers 4/23

2009-04-23T17:34:00.000-07:00

Pretty much the same sales as last week. Used up more coupons to stock up on things before the sales end on Tuesday.
Transaction
3 4ct Angel Soft $2.97 - $0.50 M.Q. x's 3 = Free!
3 Bounty Paper Towels $3.27 - $0.25 M.Q. x's 3 = $1.02
3 Sauve Deodarants $2.97 - $0.35 M.Q. x's 3 = Free!
2 G.G. Vegetables $1.98 - $0.50 M.Q. off 2 = $0.98
1 Bird's Eye Steam Fresh $0.99 - $0.35 M.Q. = Free!
4 lbs Chicken Drumsticks $4.02
2 Tony for One Pizza's $1.98
3 McCormick Grill Mates $2.67 - $0.50 M.Q. x's 3 = Free!
8 Lawry's Marinades $7.92 - $1.00 M.Q. off 2 x's 4 = $3.92
1 Nestle Crunch $0.89

OOP: $12.94
Saved: $40.99 76%!

Earned a coupon for B2G1 Nestle Crunch on next visit.

Legend:
M.Q. = Manufacture Coupon
My Krogers triples up to $0.39 and doubles up to $0.50

Krogers 4/19/09

2009-04-19T15:50:00.000-07:00

Two stops at Krogers today to use more of the brownie, sauve, and angel soft coupons along with picking up more vegetables and a few other deals.

Transaction 1
3 Pillsbury Brownie Mixes $2.97 - $0.35 M.Q. x's 3 = Free!
3 Sauve Deodarants $2.97 - $0.50 M.Q. x's 3 = Free!
3 Angel Soft 4ct Rolls $2.97 - $0.50 M.Q. x's 3 = Free!
6 G.G. Boxed Vegetables $5.94 - $0.50 M.Q. off 2 x's 3 = 2.91

OOP: $2.91
Saved: $21.63 88%!

Transaction 2
3 Pillsbury Brownies $2.97 - $0.35 M.Q. x's 3 = Free!
3 Angel Soft 4ct Roll $2.97 - $0.35 M.Q. x's 3 = Free!
6 G.G. Boxed Vegetables $5.94 - $0.50 off 2 M.Q. x's 3 = $2.91
1 Franks Red Hot Sauce $0.99 - $0.35 M.Q. = Free!
1 1.5lb Pork Chop $3.44
1 1.5lb Pork Chop $3.44
1 Hunt Ketchup $1.00
1 Reeses Peanut Butter Cup $0.50
1 Reeses Peanut Butter Egg $0.38

OOP: $11.77
Saved: $20.10 63%!

Target 4/19/09

2009-04-19T15:38:00.000-07:00

Not much going at Target this week, just a few things and a free reusable bag while supplies last today.
Transaction
2 Tyson Chicken Nuggets $4.98
1 Rolo Candy $0.67 (Reward for a patient 8 year old)
4 12ct Dt. Coke $12.00 (Not in picture)

Coupons
$1.00 M.Q. Tyson Chicken Nuggets x's 2

OOP: $15.65
Saved: $7.56!

Randalls 4/19

2009-04-19T13:36:00.000-07:00

This was my first time really shopping at a Randalls since I normally don't get their ad in the paper. I have been following Katy Couponer and when she mentioned the latest greatest sale that started this week I figured this was a good time to check out Randalls and I was right! Right now they have a promotion going on called Living Well Feeling Great where by spending $30.00 before coupons you earn a $10 coupon off your next order. This is going on till May so I will be going back till it's over using my $10 coupon and using other coupons to score some great deals.

Transaction:
Promotion Items:
4 Quacker Snacks $8.76
1 Sun Chips $3.00
1 Tropicana Orange Juice $2.50
1 Dial Hand Soap $1.00
5 Kraft Salad Dressing $12.45
1 Capri Sun SunRise $1.99
4 No Yolks Noodles $6.00
1 French's Mustard $1.59

Non Promotions Items
1 Remarkable Wheat Bread $1.29
6 Rice A Roni $5.34

Coupons:
$1.00 off 3 Rice A Roni x's 2
$1.00 M.Q. Capri
$0.50 Randalls Capri
$1.01 Randalls Sun Chips
$0.35 Dial - Free!
$0.50 Mustard
$1.50 Kraft x's 5
$1.00 Quacker x's 3
$0.50 Quacker
$0.75 No Yolk x's 4
10% off order with card

OOP: $22.99
Saved: $35.95 61%!
Earned $10.00 for next trip!

Sunday Savings - CVS 4/19/09

2009-04-19T12:50:00.000-07:00

Not a lot going on at CVS this week but there were a few good deals going on that I couldn't pass up.

Transaction 1:
5 Tresemme Hairspray $16.67
1 Tresemme Body Mousse $3.33
2 Crest Pro Health $5.76
1 Edge Comfort Shaving Cream $2.89
2 CVS Reusable Shopping Bags $1.98

Coupons:
$4 off $20 Beauty CVS
$0.75 M.Q. Crest x's 2
$1.50 ECB
$3.49 ECB x's 2
$7.98 ECB

OOP: $9.03
Saved: $34.82!
ECB Earned: $10.00 Tresemme, $4.00 Crest, and $2.89 Edge!

Transaction 2:
2 Crest Pro Health $5.76
1 Edge Comfort Shaving Cream $2.89

Coupons:
$0.75 M.Q. x's 2 Crest
$4.99 ECB

OOP: $2.16
Saved: $8.91
ECB Earned $4.00 Crest and $2.89 Edge!

HEB 4/18/09

2009-04-19T12:44:00.000-07:00

Went by HEB yesterday to take advantage of the $1.00 8ct Pop Tarts and stock up.
Transaction:
6 8ct Pop Tarts $6.00 - $1.00 M.Q. off 2 x's 3

OOP: $3.00!

Kroger 4/16

2009-04-17T17:03:00.000-07:00

Kroger is having a great sale right now on certain items and with the right coupons I was able save a lot of money and even get some items for free! (I didn't realize until today that the picture was off, sorry about that)
Transaction:
6 G.G. Vegetables $5.94 - $0.50 M.Q. x's 3 = $2.94
3 Fast Fixin Chickens Nuggets $2.97
3 On Corr Entrees $5.97 - $0.30 M.Q. x's 3 = $3.27
5 Michelean Meals $4.75 - $1.00 M.Q = $3.75
1 Texas Toast $2.49 - $0.40 M.Q. = $1.69
3 Birds Eye Steam Fresh $2.97 - $0.35 M.Q. = Free!
1 Gallon Milk $2.49
2 Kroger Cheeses $3.00
2 Challenge Spreadable Butter $1.98 - $0.50 M.Q. = Free!
2 Armour Lunchables $1.98
1 Organic Peeled Carrots $0.99
4 8oz Tomato Paste $1.80
2 Tennesee Pride Sausage and Gravy $1.98
1 Hormel Little Sizzlers $0.99
2 Hillshire Smoked Sausage $5.00 - $0.75 M.Q. = 4.25
1 Hillshire Little Smokies $3.99 - $3.99 = Free with above!
1 Owen Breakfast Sausage $2.50 - $0.35 M.Q. = $1.45
2 Domino Sugars $4.78 - $0.35 M.Q. = $2.68
1 Heinz Vinegar $1.59 - $0.50 M.Q. = $0.59
3 Pillsbury Brownie Mixes $2.97 - $0.35 M.Q. = Free!
1 Angel Soft 4ct $0.99 - $0.50 M.Q. = Free!
3 Sauve Deodarants $2.97 - $0.50 M.Q. = Free!
5 Reusable Shopping Bags $5.00 - $1.00 B4G1 = $4.00
$2.00 OYNO Coupon

OOP: $38.97
Saved: $64.10 with a savings of 62%!

Legend:
M.Q. = Manufacture Coupon
My Krogers triples up to 0.39 and doubles up to 0.50

Lunch and A Free Toothbrush

2009-04-13T19:11:00.000-07:00

Stopped by Walgreens during lunch and scored a free toothbrush and a very cheap lunch!

Transaction:
1 Colgate Max Whitening Toothbrush $3.29
1 Nestle Crunch $0.89
1 Tony Pizza Pocket $1.29

Coupons:
$1.00 Colgate Toothbrush
$3.00 R.R. from shaving cream last week

OOP: $1.48
Saved: $4.20 Earned $3.5o R.R. from Colgate Toothbrush!

Sunday Savings 4/12

2009-04-12T08:19:00.000-07:00

Made my stops at CVS and Walgreens this morning and made out really well. Didn't realize until I was home the ECB for the Softsoap was short by 0.50 but I am not that worried about it, I can make that back pretty quick. Let's get on to the deals, for information on where to find the coupons that I used visit A Full Cup's coupon database.
Walgreens
2 Lysol Wipes B1G1 $3.49
2 Hefty One Zip Storage Bags B1G1 $3.29
Scunci 18ct $2.00
Dt. Coke $1.39 (No deal just thirsty)
Total: $10.17

Coupons:
$1.00 M.C. off 2 Lysol
$0.55 M.C. off Hefty One Zip x's 2
$3.00 R.R.
OOP: $5.49
Saved: $12.87 and earned $2.00 R.R. for the Scunci!

CVS #1
3 Kellogg's Cereals: $6.00
3 CVS Tissue B2G1: $2.58
Softsoap Body Wash $4.99
Colgate Sensitive Toothpaste $3.99
Colgate Sensitive Toothbrush $3.99
Total: $21.55

Coupons:
$1.00 M.C. Kelloggs x's 3
$1.00 CVS M.C. off 2 CVS Tissue
$1.50 M.C. Softsoap
$1.00 M.C. Colgate Toothpaste
$0.75 M.C. Colgate Toothbrush
$2.00 ECB (Extra Care Buck)
$3.00 ECB
$3.98 ECB
$3.98 ECB
OOP: $1.34
Saved: $28.97 and Earned $4.49 Softsoap ECB and $7.98 Colgate ECB!

CVS #2
1 Kelloggs Cereal $2.00
1 Softsoap Body Wash $4.99
1 Colgate Sensitive Toothpaste $3.99
6 CVS Tissues B2G1 $5.16
Total: $16.14

Coupons:
$1.00 M.C. Kelloggs
$1.00 M.C. Softsoap
$1.00 M.C. Colgate Toothpaste
$1.00 CVS M.C. off 2 CVS Tissue x's 2
$2.00 ECB
$3.49 ECB
$3.98 ECB
OOP: $1.67
Saved: $19.74 and Earned $4.49 Softsoap ECB and $3.99 Colgate ECB!

Total OOP: $8.50
Total Saved: $61.58!

Kroger Run 4/11

2009-04-11T20:09:00.000-07:00

Went by Krogers after M's game to use up the last of my Duncan Hines cake coupons and get two more of the Barilla Pasta's. Do to an error on the cashier end I ended up only paying for one of the spaghetti's because the manager didn't want to hold me up and said not to worry about it. Here is how I made out.
Transaction
4 Duncan Hines Cake Mix $4.00
2 Barilla Pasta's $2.78
Total: $6.78

Coupons:
$0.35 M.C. Tripled Duncan Hines x's 4
$0.50 M.C. Doubled Barilla Pasta x's 2

OOP: $0.39!
Saved: $6.39 Saved 95%!

Walgreens/CVS Run 4/10

2009-04-10T16:30:00.000-07:00

Stopped by CVS and Walgreens today while I was out enjoying my day off and managed to grab a few deals before the week was up.Transaction 1
2 Schick Intution Razors $19.99

Coupons
$4.00 M.C. Schick Intution
$4.00 M.C. Schick Intution
B1G1 Deal

OOP: $2.15
Saved: $17.99!

Then I looked at my receipt and saw the limit on the Skintimate Shave Cream was no longer one so I had to get another one of those too.

Transaction 2
Skintimate Shave Cream $3.49

Coupons:
$3.49 ECB

OOP: 0!
Earned $3.49 ECB
Saved: $3.99!

Then I went by Walgreens to pick up the Edge Shaving Cream that was earning a R.R.

1 Edge Comfort Shaving Cream $2.99

Coupons:
$2.00 R.R. from Quacker Deal

OOP: $1.07
Earned $3.00 R.R.!
Saved: $2.30!

Legend:
R.R. - Register Reward (Earned at Walgreens)
ECB - Extra Care Bucks (Earned at CVS)
M.C. - Manufacture Coupon

Target Run 4/9

2009-04-10T12:38:00.001-07:00

Transaction:
4 Eggo Waffles $8.56
Dole Salad Mix $1.99
Pepperoni $1.59
Hamburger Buns $1.19
Snyder Pretzels $3.49
2lbs Gold N Plump All Natural Chicken $10.99
1lb Gold N Plump All Natural Chicken $4.49
Total: $32.30

Coupons:
$0.75 x's 4 Eggo Waffles
$1.00 off 2 x's 2 Eggo Waffles T.C. (0.84)
$1.00 Dole Salad Mix (0.99)
$3.00 Chicken (7.99)
$1.00 Chicken (3.49)

OOP: $26.30
Saved: $11.53!

Kroger Run 4/9

2009-04-10T11:52:00.000-07:00

Made my weekly stop at Krogers and made out on some great deals.

Transaction 1
3 Duncan Hines Cake Mix $3.00
8 Knorr Rice Sides $8.00
3 Wacky Macs $4.77
2 Barilla Whole Grain Rotini $2.08
4 McCormick Grill Mates $4.00
2 McCormick Seasoing Packs $1.48
2 McCormick Grinders $3.98
Chex Mix $2.49
2 Mission Tortillas 10ct $3.58
6 Carnation Fat Free Evaporated Milk $6.54
Gatarode 8ct $4.99
2 Pillsbury Dinner Rolls 10ct $5.00
Bertollia Sauce $2.00
Gallon Milk $2.49
Blue Bell Ice Cream $3.99
4 Kroger Shredded Cheese $5.00
6lbs Ground Chuck $11.94
3 Green Giant Boxed Vegetables $5.00
2 Sister Schubert Rolls $5.00
2 Toaster Strudels $4.78
Tropicana Orange Juice $2.89
Total: $93.00

Coupons:
$0.35 Tripled x's 3 Duncan Hines (Free!)
$0.75 off 2 Knorr Rice x's 4 (0.62)
$0.50 Doubled x's 3 Wacky Mack (0.59)
$0.50 Doubled x's 2 Barilla Pasta (0.04)
$1.00 x's 4 Grill Mates (Free!)
$0.25 Tripled McCormick Seasoning Pack (0.73)
$0.25 Tripled x's 2 McCormick Grinder (1.24)
$0.50 Doubled & 0.50 C.F. Chex Mix (0.89)
$1.00 x's 2 Mission Toritllas (0.79)
$0.50 Doubled x's 3 Carnation Milk (0.59)
$0.50 Doubled x's 2 Pillsbury Rolls (1.50)
$1.00 Bertolli Sauce (1.00)
$1.00 Blue Bell (2.99)
$1.00 off 3 Green Giant, 0.50 S.C. , and 0.50 S.C. (1.00)
$0.50 Doubled x's 2 Sister Schubert (1.50)
$1.00 x's 2 Toaster Strudel (1.39)

OOP: $59.43
Saved: $62.28 52%!

Transaction 2
3 Duncan Hines Cake Mix $3.00

Coupons
$0.35 Tripled x's 3 Duncan Hines

OOP: 0!
Saved$3.00 100%! (The cashier didn't know what to think of a zero balance)

Easter Basket On A Budget

2009-04-08T18:10:00.000-07:00

I normally don't do easter baskets for co-workers but with all the great deals I have been scoring at Walgreens and CVS I started wondering if it was possible to do a basket with very little money. So I will break it down per item in the basket and give the total at the end of what each basket cost me.
Basket- Free! (Used E.C.B.* to purchase it)
Grass - $0.25 (Two baskets had the 0.25 grass and two had grass that I got free)
Peeps - $0.39
Popcorn Egg - $0.39
Strident Gum - $0.62
Pencil - $0.20
Cup - $0.21
3 Plastic Eggs - $0.18 ($0.06 each)
Candy in Eggs - $0.15 (M&M's, Jelly Beans, and Hershey Kisses)

Total with $0.25 grass $2.39
Total with free grass: $2.14
4 Baskets: $9.06

I think a little over $2.00 a basket is not bad and each person has a variety of things in their basket. I could have made it a little less per basket if I would have divided up the peeps between baskets and only bought two packages. By buying things that I use and earning extra care bucks at C.V.S. I was able to use them on getting baskets and grass that in turn gave me back the E.C.B. that I just used to purchase them and allowing me to buy something else in the future with very little O.O.P. I will be posting this weekend the cost of doing my son's basket and I think with some savy buying I was able to cut the cost of his basket down as well.

*E.C.B. - Extra Care Bucks (Earned at CVS)

Sunday Savings 4/5

2009-04-05T18:26:00.000-07:00

CVS Trip 1
2 Bamboo Easter Baskets $3.98
2 Easter Grass $1.58
Whitman Chocolates $0.99
Skinintimate Shave Cream $3.49

Coupons:
$1.00 E.C.B.
$3.98 E.C.B.

OOP: $5.48
Saved: $5.78
Earned: $9.47 E.C.B.!

CVS Trip 2
4 Pringles $3.52
Excedrin Extra Strength 24ct $1.99
Excedrin Migarine 24ct $1.99
Excedrin Tension Headache 20ct $1.99
Tresemme Hairspray $2.99
Skintimate Shave Cream $3.49
2 Bamboo Easter Baskets $3.98

Coupons:
$1.00 M.Q. off 2 Pringles x's 2
$2.00 M.Q. Excedrin x's 3
$6.00 E.C.B
$1.00 E.C.B.

O.O.P. $4.95
Saved: $31.44!

Earned:
$3.98 E.C.B.
$3.49 E.C.B.

Walgreens
4 Easter Cups $1.34
5 Dt. Coke 12ct $16.25

Coupons:
$0.82 WAGS (0.50 for 4 Easter Cups)
$3.35 WAGS (Buy 4 Cokes Get 1 Free)

OOP: $14.64
Saved: $12.27!

Total Spent: $25.07
Saved: $49.49!

Target 4/5

2009-04-05T18:13:00.000-07:00

2 Pop Tarts $3.68 - 1.00 M.Q. = $2.68
2 Ronzoni Bistro $3.00 - B1G1 M.Q. = $1.50
Market Pantry Parmesan Cheese $2.69
4 Ancher Farms Mini Breads $3.96 - $1.00 T.C. x's 4 = Free!
Community Coffee Whole Bean $4.99 - $2.00 M.Q. = $2.99
Bannanas 1.94lbs $0.85
3 Ornidea Steam and Mash $8.97 - $1.00 M.Q. x's 3 = 5.97 (1.99)
2 12 Dozen Eggs $1.98 (0.99)

OOP: $18.66
Saved: $16.30

Legend:
M.Q. = Manufactor Coupon
T.C. = Target Coupon

Kroger 4/5

2009-04-05T17:34:00.000-07:00

Went to Krogers to pick up the things that I couldn't get when I went last week and use some coupons that came in the paper this week.

3 Bouty Basic Rolls $3.27 - 0.25 M.Q. Tripled x's 3 = $1.02 (0.34)
1 Bounty Basic Roll $1.09 - 1.00 M.Q. = $0.09
Pinesol $1.99 - 0.50 M.Q. Doubled = $0.99
4 Grandes 5ct Biscuits $4.00 - 0.30 M.Q. off 2 x's 2 = $2.20 (0.55)
3 Cinnamon Rolls 5ct $3.00 - 0.30 M.Q. x's 3 = $0.30 (0.10)
1 Crescent Roll 5ct $1.00 - 0.25 M.Q. =$0.25
3 Warm Delights $5.97 - 0.50 M.Q. x's 3 = $2.97 (0.99)
Land O Lakes 4ct Butter $2.00 - $1.00 M.Q. = $1.00
3 Oncor Entrees $5.97 - 0.30 M.Q. x's 3 = $3.27 (1.09)
Teatley Tea $1.99
3 Marie Calendar $6.60 - 0.75 M.Q. x's 3 - 0.50 C.F. - 0.50 S.C. x's 2 = $2.85 (0.95)
2 Betty Crocker Frosting $3.00 - 0.50 M.Q.x's 2 = $1.00 (0.50)
Betty Crocker Muffin Mix $2.00 - 0.40 M.Q. = $1.20
2 Quacker Rice Snacks $1.98 - $1.00 M.Q. = $0.95
Duncan Hines Cake Mix $1.00 - 0.35 = Free!
Split Chicken Breast 5.5lbs $5.73 (0.99lb)

OOP: $25.81
Saved: $46.94 64%!

Legend:
M.Q. = Mancufactur Coupon
C.F. = Cell Fire
S.C. = Short Cut
My Krogers triples coupons up to 0.39 and doubles up to 0.50

Kroger 4/2

2009-04-02T18:21:00.000-07:00

Got some great deals tonight at Krogers and plan on going back on Saturday to get a few more things that I forgot coupons for when I went tonight.
Transaction Before Coupons:
3 Curious George Fruit Snacks $3.00
3 Duncun Hines Cake Mixes $3.00
3 Betty Crocker Warm Delights $5.97
2 Domino 4lb Sugar $4.38
2 Orville Natural 4ct Popcorn $6.38
6 Ballpark Hot Dogs $15.00
Ornieda French Fries $2.50
Kroger Hot Dog Buns $1.00
2 Kroger Spaghetti $1.22
1 Gallon Milk Manager's Special $1.89
2 Triscuits $4.00
6 Yoguarts $3.30
3 Pillsbury Crescent Rolls 4ct $3.75
1 Pillsbury Pizza Crust $1.25
3 Cottonelle 4ct $3.57
Heinz Vinegar $1.59
Total: $61.80

Promotions and Coupons:
$3.19 B1G1 Popcorn
$1.00 off 4 Pillsbury
$0.40 C.F. off 6 Yoplait Yoguarts
$1.00 C.F. Popcorn
$0.25 C.F. Cottonelle
$0.25 C.F. Cottonelle
$0.40 M.Q. Doubled off 6 Yoplait Yoguarts (.33 each)
$0.40 M.Q. Doubled Pillsbury Pizza Crust (.20)
$0.25 M.Q. Tripled Pillsbury Crescent Rolls x's 3 (.25 each)
$1.00 M.Q. off 2 Ballpark x's 3 ($2.00 each)
$0.35 M.Q. Tripled Domino Sugar x's 2 ($1.14 each)
$0.50 M.Q. Doubled Delights x's 3 (.99 each)
$0.35 M.Q. Tripled Duncan Hines x's 3 (Free each!)
$1.00 M.Q. Kroger Fruit Snacks (.66 each)
$1.00 M.Q. Triscuits (1.50 each)
$1.50 M.Q. off 2 Popcorn (.35 each)
$0.50 M.Q. Doubled off Cottonelle (.02 each!)
$050 M.Q. Doubled Heinz Vinegar (.59)
$3.00 Catalina off total order

OOP: $29.42
Saved: $31.00 62%!

Legend:
C.F. Cellfire
M.Q. Manufacture Coupon

Menu Plan Monday

2009-03-29T18:11:00.000-07:00

Sunday - Baked Chicken with Scalloped Poatoes and Crescent Rolls

Monday - Shrimp with Macaroni and Cheese and Vegetable

Tuesday - Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes & Gravy and Biscuits

Wedensday - Breakfast Tacos with Fried Potatoes

Thursday - Ravioli with Vegetable and Garlic Bread

Friday - Eat Out

Saturday - Hot Dogs with Fries and Vegetable

For more great menu ideas go here!

Sunday Savings 3/29

2009-03-29T09:01:00.001-07:00

Went to two CVS's and 1 Walgreens to pick up some great deals this week.

CVS #1
2 M&M's $3.00
2 PAAS Egg Decorating Kits $3.98

Coupons:
$1.00 off 2 M&M's ($1.00 each)

OOP: $6.47
ECB Earned $3.98
Free Egg Decorating Kits after ECB!
Saved: $4.98!

CVS #2
Assorted Jelly Beans $.50
2 Lysol Wipes $5.00
Glade Sense and Spray $5.99
2 PAAS Egg Decorating Kit $3.98 (Limit is 2 per card, used roomates card 1st trip)

Coupons Used:
$1.00 off Lysol CVS coupon
$1.00 off 2 Lysol M.C. ($1.50 each)
$4.00 Glade Sense and Spray (.99 after ECB used)
$5.00 ECB

OOP: $4.79
ECB Earned $4.98
Saved: $17.47!

Walgreens
2 20oz Dt. Coke $2.49
Skintimate Shaving Cream $2.99
5 Spring Pencils $1.67
1 Peeps Bunny $.69
4 Peeps Chicks $2.65
2 Pringles $4.00
12ct Plastic Eggs $.99
2 Hershey Candy Bars $.1.78
2 Captain Crunch 16oz Cereal $5.00

Coupons Used:
$1.00 WAGS off 2 Pringles
$1.00 off 2 Pringles ($1.00 each)
$0.30 WAGS off 12ct Plastic Eggs (.69)
$0.67 WAGS off 5 Pencils ($0.20 each)
$1.39 WAGS off 6 Peeps ($0.39 each)
$0.50 x's 2 off Captain Crunch ($1.00 each after R.R.)
$1.78 WAGS off candy bars, free with Dt. Coke purchase
$1.39 B1G1 Dt. Coke
$4.00 R.R.

OOP: $10.04
Earned $5.00 R.R. ($2.00 Captain Crunch and $3.00 Skintimate - Free!)
Saved: $14.08

Total OOP: $21.30
Total Saved: $36.53!

Target Savings 3/27

2009-03-29T08:14:00.000-07:00

Transaction Before Coupon:
Hershey Kisses $2.33
Hershey Minature Peanut Butter Cups $2.33
2 5lb Russet Potatoes $3.98
McCormick Assorted Food Coloring $2.24
Vegetable Oil $2.89
Pillsbury Rolls $2.49

Coupons:
$2.00 off 2 Hershey Candy ($1.33 each)
$1.00 off Green Giant Potatoes T.C. x's 2 (.99 each)
$1.00 off McCormick Food Coloring ($1.24)
$.50 off Pillsbury Rolls ($1.99)

OOP: 10.98 (tax included)
Saved: $11.17 after sales and coupons!

Legend:
T.C. Target Coupon

Krogers 3/26

2009-03-26T18:18:00.000-07:00

Picked up a few deals this week, not as great as the past two weeks of Mega Deals but still pretty good.

Transactions:
Macaroni Grill Chicken Alfredo Dinner Kit $4.69
2 Ritz Crackers $5.00
Wanchu Spicy Garlic Chicken Dinner Kit $4.99
Betty Crocker Peanut Butter Cookie Mix $2.29
Betty Crocker Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix $2.29
Quacker Instant Oatmeal Cinnamon Roll $2.00
Quacker Instant Oatmeal Variety Pack $2.00
Pillsbury Reduced Sugar Cake Mix $1.67
Pillsbury Reduced Sugar Cake Mix $1.67
2 Sunchips French Onion $7.58
2 Owens's Sausage Rolls $6.00
2 Pillsbury Holiday Sugar Cookies $6.00
4 Grands Biscuits 5ct $5.00
3 Pillsbury Cinnamon Roll 5ct $3.75
1 Pillsbury Pizza Crust $1.25
1 Gallon Milk $2.49
Febreeze $2.79
3 12ct Dt. Coke $12.00

Coupons:
$1.00 M.C. Macaroni Grill Dinner Kit
$1.00 C.F. Macaroni Grill Dinner Kit
$5.00 off 2 Ritz Crackers when you buy 3 Dt. Coke 12ct
$1.10 M.C. Wanchui Dinner Kit
$1.00 S.C. Wanchui Dinner Kit
$.50 M.C. Doubled x's 2 Betty Crocker Cookie Mix
$.45 C.F. x's 2 Betty Crocker Cookie Mix
$1.00 off 2 Quacker Oatmeal Instantly Kroger Deal
$1.00 M.C. off 2 Quacker Oatmeal
$.40 M.C. Doubled x's 2 Reduced Sugar Pillsbury Cake Mix
$1.75 K.C. off 2 Sunchips
$1.00 M.C. Sunchip
$.50 off Milk when you spend $1o.oo Kroger Deal
$1.00 off Milk Catalina
$.35 M.C. Tripled off Owen's Sausage x's 2
$1.00 M.C. off 2 Pillsbury Refrigerated Cookies
$.50 C.F. x's 2 Pillsbury Holiday Cookies
$.50 M.C. Doubled off 2 Grandes Biscuits
$.30 M.C. Tripled off 2 Grandes Biscuits
$.50 S.C. off 1 Grandes Biscuits
$.35 M.C. Tripled x's 3 Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls
$.40 M.C. Doubled Pillsbury Pizza Dough
$.50 S.C. Pillsbury Pizza Dough
$.50 M.C. Doubled Febreeze
$1.00 P.G. Febreeze
$1.00 Pillsbury Instant
$1.50 Catalina off entire order

OOP: $38.56
Saved: $48.04
53%!
Earned $3.0o off next order catalina for pillsbury rolls

Walgreens Round 2

2009-03-23T17:14:00.000-07:00

Wasn't planning on going by Walgreens again until next Sunday but I was asked to go pick up the Gillette Gamer Fusion and I was also able to get another $2.00 off 3 of the Trident Stride so I picked up 3 three more packs.

1 Gillette Fusion Gamer $8.99
3 Trident Strides $3.87
Total Before Coupons: $12.86

Coupons:
$2.00 M.C. off 3 Trident Strides
$4.00 M.C. off 1 Gillette Razor
$1.50 WAGS off 3 Trident Stride

OOP: $5.80
Earned $4.00 R.R. for next shopping trip for buying razor!

Saved $8.50!

Menu Plan Monday 3/23

2009-03-22T19:24:00.001-07:00

Taking advantage this week on the great deals that I found at Target on meat!

Sunday - Pork Chops with Au Gratin Potatoes, Broccoli and Carrots, and Crescent Rolls

Monday - Beef Tips with Noodles, Vegetable, and Bread

Tuesday - Fajita's with Vegetable

Wednesday - Cheeseburger Pie with Vegetable

Thursday - Spaghetti and Meatballs and Garlic Bread

Friday - Eat Out

Saturday - Steak with Baked Potatoes and Rolls

For More Great Menu Ideas Go Here!

Sunday Savings 3/22

2009-03-22T12:38:00.001-07:00

Made three stops to pick up the sale items and came out pretty well!
Target:
2 Pledge Multi-Surface Wipes $7.58
2 Quattro Women Razors $13.98

Coupons
$2.00 M.C. Pledge Multi Surface x's 2
$1.00 T.C. Pledge Product x's 2
$4.00 M.C. Quattro x's 2

OOP: $8.18
Saved: $20.80
Earned $5.oo Target Gift Card!

Walgreens:
6 Trident Stride 14ct $7.74
2 25ct. Walgreens Zip Storage Bags $3.00

Coupons:
$2.00 M.C. off 3 Trident Stride x's 2
$1.02 WAGS off 2 Storage Bags
$3.00 WAGS off 6 Trident Strides

OOP: $2.94
Saved: $8.02

CVS:
1 Cascade Action Pack 20ct $3.99
1 Crest Pro Health Enamel Shield $3.49
3 St. Ives Apricot Scrubs $11.97
Triaminic 14ct Thin Strips $6.99

Coupons:
$1.00 M.C. Cascade
$1.00 M.C. St. Ives x's 3
$1.50 I.P. Triaminic
$4.99 ECB
$6.00 ECB

OOP: $10.02
Saved: $19.39
ECB's Earned:
$5.00 St. Ives
$3.49 Crest Pro Health
$2.00 Triaminic

Total OOP for all 3: $21.14
Saved: $48.21!

Target 3/21

2009-03-21T13:42:00.000-07:00

4lb Sugar - $1.67
Banana's - $.61
Progresso Bread Crumbs - $1.82
2 Artisan Mini Loaves $1.98 - $.99 T.C. = $.99
Cheeto Puffs - $2.69 - $1.00 = $1.69
100 Calorie Hostess $3.99 - .75 M.C. - .50 T.C. = $2.74
100 Calorie Hostess $3.99 - .75 M.C. - .50 T.C. = $2.74
Chuck Eye Steak $3.00 - $2.00 T.C. = $1.00
Chuck Eye Steak $1.71 - $1.71 T.C. = Free!
Chuck Eye Steak $2.21 - $2.00 = $.21
Chuck Roast $3.72 - $2.00 = $1.72

OOP: 15.19
Saved: $19.95!

Krogers 3/20

2009-03-20T17:11:00.000-07:00

Week 2 of the Mega Sale at Krogers and I did pretty well.

Mission Tortillas $2.49 - $1.00 M.C. = $1.49
2 McCormick Seasonings $1.84 - .25 M.C. Tripled = $1.09
2 McCormick Seasonings $1.98 - .25 M.C. Tripled = $1.23
Betty Crocker Frosting $1.50 - .50 M.C. Doubled = $.50
No Yolk Noodles $1.79 - .75 M.C. = $1.04
Coffee Mate Creamer $2.85 - .50 M.C. Doubled = $1.85
3 Crescent Rolls $4.50 - .25 M.C. Tripled x's 3 - .50 S.C. = $1.75
2lb Velvetta $4.49 - $1.00 M.C. = $3.49
1 Gallon Milk $2.49
Green Giant Bagged Vegetables $2.00 - $1.00 M.C. - .5o S.C = $.50
5lb Potatoes $3.99
Betty Crocker Potatoes $1.49 - .50 M.D. - .40 M.C. Doubled - .35 S.C. = -.16 Free!
2 Rice Krispie 8ct Treats $4.98 - $1.00 M.D. - $1.00 M.C. off 2 = $2.98
Chocolate Chex Mix $1.99 - .50 M.D. - .60 C.F. - .50 M.C. Doubled = -11 Free!
2 Buitoni Pastas $4.98 - $1.00 M.D. - $1.00 x's 2 - $1.98
Gorton's Fish $2.99 - .50 M.D. - .55 M.C. = $1.94
Tylenol 20ct Rapid Release Extra Strenth $3.00 - .50 M.D. - $1.00 = $1.50
2 Ziplock Freezer Bags $4.98 - $1.00 M.D. - .40 M.C. Doubled x's 2 = $2.38

OOP : $29.93
Savings: $34.38
53%!!!

Earned $1.00 off Milk for next visit when I boutght 2 Rice Krispies
Earned $1.50 off anything next visit for buying 3 Crescent Rolls

Visit Let's Go Krogering to find out how others saved this week!

Menu Plan Monday

2009-03-15T20:15:00.000-07:00

Sunday - Grab and Go Creamy Chicken Soup with Biscuits

Monday - Fish with Mac N Cheese and Vegetable

Tuesday - Leftovers

Wednesday - Rodeo

Thursday - Sausage with Rice, Vegetable, and Rolls

Friday - Eat Out

Saturday - Beef Stew with Bread

Dessert: Brownies

CVS 3/15

2009-03-15T10:59:00.000-07:00

Here is what I picked up this week at CVS:
1 Irish Springs Body Wash $4.99
2 Bic Soleil $13.98
2 20ct Band Aids $7.18

Coupons Used:
$1.00 off 1 Band Aid x's 2
$1.50 off 1 Irish Springs Body Wash
$2.00 off 1 Bic Soleil x's 2
$10.00 ECB

OOP: $8.90
Savings: $19.50

ECB's Earned:
$4.99 - Irish Spring
$3.00 - Band Aids
$6.00 - Bic Soleil
Total - $13.99!

Breakdown aftter ECB's earned
Irish Spring - Free with $1.50 Money Maker!
Bic Soliel - $1.99 each
Band Aids - $1.09 each

Walgreens 3/15

2009-03-15T10:34:00.001-07:00

Here is what I got at Walgreen this week:
Kleenex Tissue $1.39
Kleenex Tissue $1.39
Kleenex Tissue $1.39
Walgreens Antibacterial Wipes 15ct $.25
Walgreens Antibacterial Wipes 15ct $.25
Walgreens Antibacterial Wipes 15ct $.25
Walgreens Antibacterial Wipes 15ct $.25
Wet Ones 40ct Wipes $2.99
Wet Ones 40ct Wipes $2.99
Walgreens 20ft Foil $1.19
Walgreens 20ft Foil $1.19
6 Act 2 Popcorn Eggs $3.00
Trident Spearmint Xtra Care $1.00
Trident Spearmint Xtra Care $1.00
Trident Spearmint Xtra Care $1.00

Coupons Used:
$1.50 Walgreens off 3 Kleenex
$1.20 Walgreens off 2 Foil
$2.00 Walgreens off 2 Wet Ones
$.66 Walgreens off 6 Popcorn Eggs
.50 M.C. off 3 Kleenex
.75 M.C. off Wet Ones x's 2
.75 M.C. off Trident Xtra Care x's 3

OOP: $10.74
Saved: $14.04!

Target 3/14

2009-03-15T09:07:00.000-07:00

Stopped by Target and managed to pick up some excellent deals on fruit snacks, meat, applesauce, and goldfish along with picking up a few other items.

Goldfish $1.67 - $1.00 T.C. = .67
Goldfish $1.79 - $1.00 T.C. = .79
Fruit Snack $1.50 - .50 T.C. - .75 M.C. off 2 = .63
Fruit Snack $1.50 - .50 T.C. - .75 M.C. off 2 = .63
Fruit Snack $1.50 - .50 T.C. - .75 M.C. off 2 = .63
Fruit Snack $1.50 - .50 T.C. - .75 M.C. off 2 = .63
2lb Green Giant Baby Carrots $1.99
3 Target Chicken Broth $2.07
1.5lb Stew Meat $2.39 - $2.00 T.C. = .39
1lb Chuck Eye Steak $2.25 - $2.00 T.C. = .25
1lb Chuck Steak $2.09 - $2.00 T.C. = .09
1.13lb Chuck Steak $2.25 - $2.00 T.C. = .25
Mott's 6 pack Cinnamon Applesauce $1.67 - $1.00 T.C. - .55 M.C. = .07
Mott's 6 pack Cinnamon Applesauce $1.67 - $1.00 T.C. - .55 M.C. = .07
Chocolate Chip Muffin Mix $2.14

Total for Food $11.30
Saved $16.58!

Abbreviation Legend:
T.C. = Target Coupon
M.C. = Manufacture Coupon

CVS Trip 2 This Week

2009-03-13T21:10:00.000-07:00

Stopped by CVS after Chuck E Cheese tonight to see if they had the Aveno Anti Itch Cream for $4.49 to take advantage of that great deal and I was in luck to find three left on the self. Malachi and I should be well stocked for awhile especially with summer coming on and our issues with bug bites and other skin issues. I was also able to pick the newest issue of their beauty magazine that has some CVS coupons in it that I can stack with manufacturing coupons for even greater savings.

3 Aveno Anti Itch Creams at $4.49 a piece
Beauty Magazine .99

Coupons Used:
$4.00 ECB
$2.00 ECB
$2.00 M.C. from Aveno Site
$2.00 M.C. from Aveno Site
$1.50 M.C. from Sunday paper magazine insert

OOP: $2.96
ECB earned: $6.00 from Aveno purchase
.49 for 2 Aveno and .99 for the third!

Kroger Round 2 3/13/09

2009-03-13T20:25:00.000-07:00

Went to Kroger's tonight for round two of the Mega Deal and found everything on my list. I had an excellent cashier who got just as excited as I did about my savings.

Here is a breakdown of what I got:
Kellogg's Corn Pops $2.49 - .50 M.D. (Mega Deal) - .70 M.C. = $1.29
Kellogg's Corn Pops $2.49 - .50 M.D. (Mega Deal) - .70 M.C. = $1.29
Betty Crocker Potatoes $1.49 - .50 M.D. - .40 Cell Fire - .40 M.C. Doubled = -.21 Free!
Betty Crocker Potatoes $1.49 - .50 M.D. - ..35 Shortcuts - .40 M.C. Doubled = -.16 Free!
Rice Krispie Treats $2.49 - .50 M.D. - .75 K.C. (Kroger Coupon) = $1.24
Dole 4 Cup Peaches $1.92 - .50 M.D. - .50 K.C. - .37 M.C. = .55
Dole 4 Cup Pears $1.92 - .50 M.D. - .50 K.C. - .38 M.C. = .54
Tyson Chicken Nuggets $4.99 - .50 M.D. - 1.00 M.C. = $3.49
Powerade .99 - .50 M.D. = .49
Powerade .99 - .50 M.D. = .49
Powerade .99 - .50 M.D. = .49
Powerade .99 - .50 M.D. = .49
Ken Lite Ranch Dressing $1.99 - .50 M.D. - 1.00 M.C. = .49
Ken Lite Ranch Dressing $1.99 - .50 M.D. - 1.00 M.C. = .49
Sarah Lee Cheesecake Bites $2.99 - .50 M.D. - 1.00 M.C. = $1.49
Country Crock $1.49 - .50 M.D. - .25 M.C. tripled = .24
Country Crock $1.49 - .50 M.D. - .25 M.C. tripled = .24
Brutoni Pasta $2.49 - .50 M.D. = $1.99
Kroger Cheese Sticks $2.99
Sargento Cheese $1.99 - .50 M.D. - .50 M.C. Double = .49
Sargento Cheese $1.99 - .50 M.D. - .50 M.C. Double = .49
Sargento Cheese $1.99 - .50 M.D. - .50 M.C. Double = .49
Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs $1.99 - .50 M.D. = $1.49
Gorton Fish Fillets $2.99 - .50 M.D. - .55 M.C. = $1.94
Kotex 18ct Tampons $2.99 - .50 M.D. - .75 M.C. - 1.00 Cell Fire = .74
Kotex 18ct Tampons $2.99 - .50 M.D. - .75 M.C. = $1.74
Stay Free 16ct $2.49 - .50 M.D. - 1.00 M.C. = .99
Stay Free 16ct $2.49 - .50 M.D. - 1.00 M.C. = .99
Carefree 56ct $2.49 - .50 M.D. - 1.50 M.C. = .49
Carefree 56ct $2.49 - .50 M.D. - 1.50 M.C. = .49
Q-Tip 375ct $1.99 - .50 M.D. - .30 M.C. Tripled = .59

OOP: $28.71
Saved with Kroger Card and Coupons: $61.28
67% Savings!

This was an awesome trip and I am very pleased with my savings.

For more great Krogering visit The New Frugal Mom!

Krogers 1st Trip 3/12

2009-03-12T17:15:00.000-07:00

Krogers is having an excellent sale this week, buy 10 items get $5.oo back and it's like they knew what coupons I have. I went tonight to do one transaction and will go back tomorrow to do another one to get the excellent deals.

1 Gallon Milk $2.00 (Clearanced)
Sargento Cheese $1.99 - .50 M.D. (Mega Deal) - .50 M.C. Doubled = .49
Sargento Cheese $1.99 - .50 M.D. - .50 M.C. Doubled = .49
Ken's Ranch Dressing $1.99 -.50 M.D. - 1.00 M.C. = .49
Manchuan Yaksoba Noodles $1.00 - .35 M.C. Tripled = Free!
Manchuan Yaksoba Noodles $1.00 - .35 M.C. Tripled = Free!
Manchuan Yaksoba Noodles $1.00 - .35 M.C. Tripled = Free!
Tylenol 20ct. Rapid Release Sleep P.M. $2.99 - .50 M.D. - 1.00 = 1.49
Sauve Deodarant $1.49 - .50 M.D. - $1.00 off 2 M.C. = .49
Sauve Deodarant $1.49 - .50 M.D. - $1.00 off 2 M.C. = .49
Sauve Deodarant $1.49 - .50 M.D. - $1.00 off 2 M.C. = .49
Sauve Deodarant $1.49 - .50 M.D. - $1.00 off 2 M.C. = .49
Fritos $1.99 - .50 M.D. = 1.49
Oreo Cookies $2.99 - .50 M.D. = 2.49
4 Dt. Dr. Peppers 3 $12 Get 4th Free

OOP : $23.80
Savings: $27.64 = 54%!

I will be back tomorrow to show what I get then and share how I do.

Menu Plan Monday

2009-03-09T05:54:00.001-07:00

Sunday - Ham with Cheesy Grits Casserole and Crescent Rolls

Monday - Soft Tacos with Vegetable

Tuesday - Pork Chops with Au Gratin Potatoes, Vegetable, and Rolls

Wednesday - Leftover Buffet

Thursday - Spaghetti and Meatballs with Vegetable and Garlic Bread

Friday - Eat Out

Saturday - Grab and Go Creamy Chicken Soup (Using Chicken I have) with Biscuits

Dessert - Funfetti Cake with Funfetti Icing (Malachi's Choice ) :)

For More Great Menu Ideas Visit the Organizing Junkie!

CVS Trip Week of March 8th

2009-03-08T18:13:00.001-07:00

After my marathon shopping trip to three Walgreens today I stopped by CVS on the way home and snagged some deals there.

4 Garner Nutrisse Hair Dye $20.00 ($5.oo each)
1 Crest Pro Health Whitening Toothpaste $2.99
2 Vaseline Lotions $7.38

Coupons
$2.00 M.C. Garner Nutrise x's 4
$1.00 M.C. Creast Toothpaste
$1.50 M.C. Vaseline Lotion x's 2
$5.00 ECB (Extra Care Buck)
$4.99 ECB

Total: $8.84
ECB's Earned: $16.00
Savings: $36.85!
Free toothpaste, 4 hair dye's $2.00 (.50 each), and 2 Vaseline Lotions .38 (.19 each)!

Shampoo for a Year (Walgreens 3/8)

2009-03-08T14:03:00.000-07:00

Ok after today's three trips to three different Walgreens I have to say I am not in the need for shampoo or conditioner. Once you read the details on all three trips you will see that I am not crazy just know a good deal when I see one.

Store 1:
3 Garner Fructis Shampoo's $2.99 each = $8.97
3 Garner Fructis Conditioner's $2.99 each = $8.97
3 12ct Eclipes Gum $1.98
2 Lysol Wipes $4.00

Coupons
WAGS (Walgreens) .99 off 3 Eclipse Gum
WAGS 2.00 off 1 Garner Fructis Product x's 6
1.00 off 1 Garner Fructis Product x's 6 M.C. (Manufacture Coupon)
1.00 off 2 Lysol Wipes M.C.

Total: $4.25
Savings $29.50!
Free Shampoo and Conditioner after coupons!

Store #2
3 Garner Fructis Shampoo's $2.99 each = $8.97
3 Garner Fructis Conditioner's $2.99 each = $8.97
2 15ct Antibacterial Walgreens Wipes $1.18 (.59 each on clearance)

Coupons
WAGS 2.00 off 1 Garner Fructis Product x's 6
1.00 off 1 Garner Fructis Product x's 6 M.C. (Manufacture Coupon)

Total: $1.21
Savings $21.86!
More Free Shampoo and Conditioner after coupons!

Store #3
2 Garner Fructis Leave In Conditioners $5.98
3 12ct Eclipes Gum $1.98
1 Flip Flop Maganet $1.00

Coupons:
WAGS (Walgreens) .99 off 3 Eclipse Gum
WAGS 2.00 off 1 Garner Fructis Product x's 2
1.00 off 1 Garner Fructis Product x's 2 M.C. (Manufacture Coupon)

Total: $2.13
Savings: $9.90!
Free Leave In Conditioner after coupons!

Total Savings For 3 Trips: $61.26!
This was a great trip and now I am swimming in Garner Fructis for awhile!

Let's Go Build

2009-03-07T16:48:00.000-08:00

I took Malachi to the free kid's building workshop at Home Depot today and had a fanatastic time. We constructed a race track and are pretty impressed on how it turned out. We are going to Lowes next Saturday to construct a table top basketball.

Krogers 3/6

2009-03-06T18:01:00.000-08:00

Here is how I made out this week at Kroger after coupons and sales.

Milk $2.49
2 Dozen Eggs $1.76 (.88)
2 Peppridge Farm Garlic Loaves $1.38 (.69)
2 Pepperidge Farm Garlic Bread $1.38 (.69)
2 Eggo Waffles $2.30 ($1.15)
4 Green Giant Family Size Bagged Vegetables $6.00 ($1.50)
2 40ct Totino Pizza Rolls $2.38 ($1.19)
4 Lunchables $5.00
Armour Meatballs $1.44
2.5 lbs Boneless Pork Chops $5.85
3lbs Ground Beef $5.37
2 Hillshire Light Smoked Sausage $5.00
6lb Bone In Ham $4.70
2 8ct Pop Tarts $2.34 (1.17)
2 10ct Quacker Instant Oatmeal $2.00 ($1.00)
Mott's Cinnamon 8ct Applesauce $1.83
Teatley Tea Bags $.99
Betty Crocker Instant Potatoes $.87
Sarah Lee Coffee Cake $2.49
Lay's Baked Chips $2.00
Pillsbury Frosting $.45
3 Hamburger Helper $.25 (.08)
Kroger Thin Spaghetti Free
Self Magazine $1.99

Total $61.37
Savings 51%!

It was so exciting to see my price drop at the end when they scanned my card and then put in all my coupons!

Menu Plan Monday

2009-03-01T17:59:00.001-08:00

Still haven't really done a lot with my Relish! award but hope to find time to really check it out this week and put it to use soon.

Sunday - Baked Chicken Legs with Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes, Broccoli and Carrots and Crescent Rolls.

Monday - Biscuits and Gravy with Eggs

Tuesday - Teriyaki Chicken with Fried Rice, Vegetable, and Rolls

Wednesday - Chili Cheese Dog Bake with Vegetable

Thursday - Chicken Parmesan with Vegetable and Garlic Bread

Friday - Eat Out

Saturday - Smoked Sausage with Red Beans and Rice, Vegetable, and Crescent Rolls

For More Great Menu Ideas Please Visit Orgjunkie.com!

Menu Plan Monday

2009-02-22T18:22:00.001-08:00

Here are the dinner ideas for the week:

Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Broccoli, and Biscuits

Chicken Quesadilias with Mexican Rice and Corn

Pancakes with Sausage

Lasagana Pie with Vegetable and Garlic Bread

Fish with Mac N Cheese, Vegetable, and Rolls

Eat Out

Walgreens 2/22

2009-02-22T09:39:00.001-08:00

Normally I don't shop at Walgreens but this week they were having some great deals that I couldn't pass up.

4 24ct Stay Free Pads $8.00 ($2.00 each)
2 16ct Stay Free Pads with Wings $4.00 ($2.00 each)
3 100ct One A Day Maximum $25.47 ($8.49 each)
1 20ct Excedrin Tension Headache $1.99
1 20ct Excedrin Extra Strength Rapid Release $1.99

Toatal Before Coupons - $44.87

Coupons Used:
$6.00 off 1 One A Day Walgreens Coupon x's 3
$1.00 off 1 One A Day M.C. x's 3
$1.00 off 1 Excedrin x's 2
$2.00 off 2 Stay Free
B1G1 Stay Free x's 2

Total After Coupons - $12.95

Savings with Sales and Coupons $42.74!

I Love This!

2009-02-16T18:00:00.001-08:00

I think of my dear friend Velda when I see this. She runs her own daycare and is such a great person and is a blessing to parents and kids.

Important Information for Stitching Friends

2009-02-16T11:24:00.000-08:00

Saw this on Kell's site and wanted to pass this on.

In case you don't get the 123stitch newsletter, this copied from an email I got today... a message from Joanne and Jim at 1-2-3 Stitch!" For 11 years, our friends and customers have visited us on the web at 123stitch.com. Now one of our competitors, a much larger company, has set up a website called 123stitch.net. If any of our friends or customers accidentally goes to 123stitch.net, their browser will be directed to our larger competitor's website instead of going to 1-2-3 Stitch! Please help us spread the word about our correct web site address to our friends and customers.
Here's how you can help...
1) If you have a blog, please mention our correct web site address (123stitch.com) on your blog
2) If you have a website, please mention our correct address (123stitch.com) on your website
3) When referring to 1-2-3 Stitch! anywhere online, please ensure you also include the address 123stitch.com
4) Please tell your friends our correct web site address
5) Please ensure that when you want to visit 1-2-3 Stitch!, you type 123stitch.com into your browser. We want to make sure that you get to the company that you really intended to visit and support.
Thank you for your help!
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2009-02-15T08:01:00.000-08:00

Sunday - Oven Fried Chicken with Roasted Poatoes, Vegetable, and Crescent Rolls

Monday - Fish with Mac N Cheese and Vegetable

Tuesday - Pepperoni Pizza with Salad

Wednesday - Jimmy Dean Breakfast Skillet with Biscuits

Thursday - Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches with Broccoli

Friday - Eat Out

Saturday - Cheeseburgers with Baked Beans and Vegetable (Didn't Make Last Week)

Dessert - Cupcakes

Menu Plan Monday

2009-02-08T13:25:00.000-08:00

Sunday - Baked Chicken with Sour Cream & Chive Potatoes, Spinach, and Crescent Rolls

Monday - Turkey Smoked Sausage with Rice and Vegetable

Tuesday - Cheeseburger Pie with Vegetable

Wednesday - Chicken Taquitos with Mexican Rice and Corn

Thursday - Sloppy Joe Supreme with Vegetable

Friday - Eat Out

Saturday - Cheeseburgers with Vegetable and Baked Beans

Dessert - Cup Cakes

Go to Organizing Junkie on Monday for more menu plan ideas!

CVS Super Star

2009-02-06T18:21:00.000-08:00

I made two trips this week and I made out pretty well, go here for trip 1 and here for trip 2.

For More Superstars Visit the "Cents"ible Sawyer's CVS Superstars!

CVS Trip #2

2009-02-03T17:58:00.000-08:00

I stopped by CVS this evening to take advantage of the sales for the week before they ended and items were unavailable. I got two more Revitalift Face Wash Cloths and two Dove Deodarants, I made out very well money wise.

2 Revitalift Face Wash's $5.99 x 2 = 11.98 - 3.oo M.C. = $8.98
2 Dove Deodarants $2.29 x 2 = 4.58 - $1.50 M.C. = 3.08 (1.54 each)

Total
$12.06
- $10.00 ECB
= $2.06 OOP

$8.98 -$10.00 ECB = $1.02 earned on 2 Revitalift Face Wash
$3.08 - $2.00 ECB = $1.08 for 2 Dove Deodarants (.54 for each)

ECB Earned :
$10.00 - 2 Revitalift's
$2.00 - 2 Dove Deodarants
Total $12.00

Total ECB after today's trip and 1st trip: $19.49

Menu Plan Monday 2/2/09

2009-02-01T17:16:00.001-08:00

On my own Monday and Tuesday but a full house come Wednesday.

Sunday - Meatloaf with Roasted Potatoes

Monday - Frozen Meal

Tuesday - Frozen Meal

Wednesday - Chicken Nuggets with Mac N Cheese and Vegetable

Thursday - Spaghetti and Meatballs with Vegetable and Garlic Bread

Friday - Pizza and Salad

Saturday - Brats with Broccoli Cheese and Rice and Vegetable

February Stitching Goals

2009-02-01T17:13:00.001-08:00

After looking back on how I did in January lets look ahead and see where I want to be at the end of the month.

1. Start my Seasonal R.R. to be mailed at the end of the month.

2. Participate in the February Stitch A Thon.

3. Finish Seasonal R.R. from 2005.

4. Finish up page 2 of Circles.

5. Complete 1 santa from Old World Santas.

28 days and a lot to get done, see you at the end of the month with an update.

January Stitching Wrap Up

2009-02-01T17:03:00.000-08:00

Here is a refresher and update on what I wanted to accomplish stitching wise in January.
1. Complete half of a page for Cirque des Circles. There are six pages total and my goal is to complete half a page each month to complete this piece in one year.
I almost completed a half a page but I was short. I hope to do more next month to catch up.

2. Complete Colonial Houses
Done

3. Complete one santa from Old World Santas I
I didn't even come close and only managed a few stitches, I didn't even take a picture because of how much I didn't get done.

4. Participate in January Stitch A Thon
Yes I was able to stitch 16 hours and get a lot done on Easter Fairy.

CVS Deals 2/1/09

2009-02-01T07:11:00.000-08:00

I went by CVS today to grab some great deals before they ran out of items. I normally don't do the CVS game but I just couldn't pass up the deals this week and I think I did pretty well, let me break it down for you.

6 Reese's Minature Peanut Butter Cups 2 @ $3.00 = $9.00 minus 3 $2 off 2 coupons = $3.00 for six which breaks down to .50 each!

1 Bounty Basic 8 Roll $5.99

1 Tylenol Arthitis 20ct $2.99 - $1.00 = $1.99

2 Lorel Revitalift Face Wash $5.99 each = $11.98 - $3.00 off 2 = 8.98

4 Progresso Soups B1G1 Free $3.19 x 2 = $6.38 -$2.00 off 4 = 4.38 for four which breaks dow to $1.10 each

1 Excedrin 10ct. $2.49

1 Curel National Healing Lotion $7.99 - $1.00 = $6.99

1 Jergen's National Renewal $7.99 - $3.00 = $4.99

Extra Care Bucks Earned
$10.00 for buying Loreal Revitalift = $1.02 earned
$5.00 for buying Curel and Jergens Lotion = $4.49 Curel and $2.49 Jergen's
$2.49 for buying Excedrin 10 ct. = Free

Plus I recieved a $4.00 off $20 purchase that I will recieve once I turn in a e-mail update the next time I stop by and give it to the cashier. I will get that coupon in 3 weeks from the time I turn it in. They are having some good deals through the month of February so I am going to use my ECB that I got today on items I will use that I can earn ECB on and see how much I can get without spending another penny.

January Stitch A Thon Progress

2009-01-26T16:47:00.001-08:00

I was able to stitch 16 hours for the January Stitch A Thon and made a lot of progress on Easter Fairy. I am hoping to be able to complete it next month if I am able to find the time to stitch and have the beads and krenik that I need for this piece.

Menu Plan Monday

2009-01-25T17:06:00.001-08:00

Sunday - Baked Chicken with Sweet Mashed Potatoes and Reduced Fat Crescent Rolls

Monday - Chicken Parmesan with Spinach and Garlic Bread

Tuesday - Fish with Mac N Cheese and Vegetable

Wednesday - Chicken Helper with Vegetable

Thursday - Spaghetti and Meatballs with Vegetable and Garlic Bread

Friday - Sloppy Joe Supreme with Vegetable

Saturday - Chicken Alfredo with Vegetable and Garlic Bread

Dessert - Cheesecake

For more menu ideas visit Organzing Junkie

Kroger Round Up

2009-01-22T17:21:00.000-08:00

I went to Kroger's for my weekly shopping and scored some great deals due to their Mega Sale that is going on this week.

16oz Cap N Crunch = .89
Coffee Mate = 1.25
2 Hormel Turkey Chili = .40 each
2 Ghiradelli Double Chocolate Brownies = 1.39 each
2 Little Debbie 100 Calorie Nutty Butter = 1.14 each
Heinz Ketchup 32oz = 1.39
2 Knorr Rice Sides = .62 each
Pam Baking Spray = .99
4 Glade Sprays = Free for all 4!
Armour Italian Meatballs = 1.3 4
2 Kraft 8oz Shredded Cheese = 1.39 each
Green Giant Valley Steamer = Free
Green Giant Valley Steamer = .29
2 Philadelpia Cream Cheese 8oz = .89 each
2 Tropican 64oz Pure Orange Juice = .97 each
1/2 Gallon Milk = 2.24
Gorton's Fish Fillet = 2.39
Total = $24.38
Overall I think I did pretty well and the great thing a lot of what I got is for next month's meals and snacks so I am ahead of the game and only over my budget by $9 and all I need for the next 2 weeks is milk! So I may be over a little but I have a lot stocked up to use next month.

January Stitch A Thon

2009-01-18T18:53:00.000-08:00

The January Stitch A Thon starts tomorrow and for the next week I will be devoting my time to the Easter Fairy that I started around this time last year. I haven't touched it in almost a year so I have some work to be done and I am hoping the stitch a thon this week is just what I need to get motivated. I am hoping by this time next week to have a really great updated picture to share with all of you.

Menu Plan Monday

2009-01-18T10:04:00.001-08:00

Sunday - Roast and Potatoes with Reduced Fat Crescent Rolls

Monday - 15 Minute Chicken and Rice Dinner with Rolls

Tuesday - Leftover Buffett

Wednesday - Cheeseburger Pie with Vegetable

Thursday - Tacos, Mexican Rice, and Corn

Friday - Chicken Nuggets with Vegetable

Saturday - Turkey Club Pie with Vegetable

Dessert - Brownies

Kroger Round Up

2009-01-15T18:12:00.000-08:00

Went by Kroger's this evening to pick up some sale items and take advantage of coupons I have. I didn't take a picture but here is a list of what I got with prices after coupons and sales.

$1.64 - Bisquick
$4.00 - 2 100 Calorie Oreo Cakesters
$2.59 - Macaroni Grill Dinner Kit
.69 - Taco Seasoning
$1.25 - 1 Tuna Helper and 2 Hamburger Helpers
$1.00 - Country Crock Sides Mashed Sweet Potatoes (Clearance at $2 and used $1 coupon)
$3.99 - Country Crock Sides Broccoli, Rice, and Cheese
.52 - Betty Crocker Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
$1.49 - Ragu Pouch Sauce
$4.4o - 9 Green Giant Boxed Vegetables (.49 each)
$4.18 - 2 Green Giant Bagged Vegetables (2.09 each)
$5.37 - 3 Green Giant Valley Fresh Streamers (1.79 each)
$2.00 - 2 Fast Fixin Breaded Chicken Breasts
$1.34 - Country Crock Omega3 Butter
$1.00 - Rice A Roni
$1.49 - Kroger Shredded Cheese 8oz
$11.96 -6lbs Angus Ground Beef (1.99lb)
$10.68 - 3lbs Boneless Chicken Breasts (3.56lb)
$3.00 - Baked Lay's Potato Chips
$2.00 - 1 Gallon of Skimmed Milk

Total: $64.59

I have to go to Target to pick up a few things and I am pretty much done for the month except for a few things. So far I am $35 short of my budget of $170 for a month and I think I might actually not go over this month!

I Am On A Roll!

2009-01-12T13:35:00.001-08:00

(Scanned on printer)

Twelve days into the new year and I have a finish! This piece is Little House Needleworks Colonial Homes stitched on 28ct Jobelan Coffee using DMC threads. I started this around this time last year and I am thrilled that I finished quickly. I will be framing it and hanging it in my living to go with the Colonial theme I am slowly working on creating.

Menu Plan Monday

2009-01-11T10:40:00.000-08:00

Breakfast:
Cereal
Cereal Bars

Lunch's
Leftovers
Lean Pockets
Sandwiches
Lean Cuisine
100 Calorie Oreo Cakes
Chips

Dinners:
Sunday: Meatloaf with Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Rolls
Monday: Chicken Helper with a Vegetable
Tuesday: Breakfast Skillet with Biscuits
Wednesday: Smoked Sausage with Vegetable and Bread
Thursday: Spaghetti and Meatballs with Garlic Bread
Friday: Turkey Pot Pie with Rolls
Saturday: Fish with Mac N Cheese and Peas

Working On Me Year

2009-01-10T12:14:00.000-08:00

This year I decided to be heathly and happier and I started working more on that this week. I started taking a multi vitamin and after a few days I am feeling great. Today I went back to the gym after avoiding it for way too long. I was only able to do 30 minutes but I figured that is a start and I will work up to an hour. I am going to go on the weekends only because the week just doesn't allow for any time at the gym but I will be still working out at home using my Dennis Austin tapes. I am also making sure I take a little time for myself each day to sit and stitch even if it's only 30 minutes. I am also back to reading, something I love to do but put aside for this reason and that reason. I started going to bed a little sooner to at least get in 3o minutes of reading at night. By doing just a little more for myself in the past couple weeks I have felt better and started feeling better about myself. This year I decided it's not about how much weight I want to lose or any other bad habit I may want to break, I just want to be healthier and happier.

Menu Plan Monday

2009-01-04T18:56:00.001-08:00

Monday - Hoppin John with Corn Bread

Tuesday - Anything Goes Night (On my own Tuesday and Wednesday)

Wednesday - Anything Goes Night

Thursday - Eat Out

Friday - Steak with Vegetable and Rolls

Dessert - Chocolate Chunk Cookies