Bright Side of Couponing: Store Superstars

Since I started a series about the Dark Side of Couponing, y'all knew this was coming, right?  (should always have positive with the negative): Y'all know who I 'm talking about, but let's set the scene... You go to the store with your shopping list, coupons, and a strong will to save piles of money.  Sounds like a pretty routine situation, right? Wrong! For some reason, fate didn't smile on you today.  You are having trouble finding the items on your list.  The price tags are confusing, and they make you question if your deals will work.  Maybe this is even the...

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Coupon Trip: Ingles

With binder in hand, I go forth for a mini: So, I ran to Ingles really quick, because they are having some great BOGO sales this week.  I didn't get that much, because we are quite stocked up at the moment, but here are some handy dandy links for y'all to check out: (Ingles Weekly Ad) ***There are a lot of BOGO deals to match coupons with this week.  Great deals! (Ingles Coupon Policy) ***Ingles has restrictions on how many coupons they can double.  Be sure to familiarize yourself with the policy.  (I actually have it printed out, and I take it with me.) (Coupon...

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Sunday Coupon Insert Differences (Knoxville Area)

Like before, I am going off of the full lists on Sunday Coupon Preview. This post is just to show what the differences were in my regional newspaper.  (Knoxville News Sentinel) We got 1 insert in this paper: SmartSource. Also, don't forget to flip through the Parade magazine each week. There are usually a couple coupons in there as well! To see the details, Click below......

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Coupon Trip: Kroger, Ingles

Making back my gas money by making it another: So, I went to Kroger and Ingles (again) today.  I got some great deals. (And CVS too!!) Kroger has a new Mega Event that started today in my area and lasts for two whole weeks! (See KrogerKrazy Full Inclusions List HERE for the Mega Event)  (Kroger Coupon Policy) Ingles has great deals as always.  (Ingles Weekly Ad)  (Ingles Coupon Policy) Want to see what deals I got?  Click below......

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CVS Trip: Over 75% Savings!

The total was $11.30 without tax, and I got back 9 Extra Care Bucks (+5-10 more from beauty club.) So I guess technically I made money, but my wallet is $11.30 lighter, ya know?  I spent more than I usually do, but my dad has to use a certain type of shampoo and conditioner.  (And I have a wee bit of a nail polish obsession.  Just a wee one. Haha!)  So, I think this was a pretty good deal given that.  Also, sometimes I don't mind paying a little more out of pocket to try something like the Nuance Volumizing Hair Foam or the Sally Hansen Polish.  (Been eyeing...

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Coupon Trip: Ingles, Dollar General

I try to make every extra trip into town worthwhile with a: Just picked up a few quick deals today while running some boring, yet necessary, errands. Tomorrow I should be going to Kroger (to hit the new mega, AHHHHH) and, as always, my first love CVS.  Look forward to it. Want to see what deals I got this time?  Click below......

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Samples I Got: 2/9 - 2/15

The awesome blogs that I follow to get these great samples: VonBeau Hunt4Freebies FreebieShark The samples listed below that are still available: U by Kotex (Pads or Tampons) Sample (HERE) You can still sign up at PINCHme too!  The next set of samples come out 2/18/14 at 12pm EST.  (Remember they go quickly!) Want to See What I Got? ...

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Sunday Coupon Insert Differences (Knoxville Area)

Like before, I am going off of the full lists on Sunday Coupon Preview. This post is just to show what the differences were in my regional newspaper.  (Knoxville News Sentinel) We got 1 insert in this paper: Redplum. Also, don't forget to flip through the Parade magazine each week. There are usually a few coupons in there as well!  (Update: except this week, poo) To see the details, CLICK below......

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Dark Side of Couponing: The Nightmare Cashier

So if you are a couponer, seasoned or green as grass, you know that it isn't all sunshine, rainbows, and sparkly unicorn poop.  It can be a huge headache, and sometimes it can even get downright nasty. This series will cover the "not so nice things" that couponers (and savvy shoppers in general) encounter from time to time.   Introducing... Picture This... You are at your local store.  The trip has been going great.  They had everything in stock.  All the prices matched what you thought they should be.  So, with your coupons in hand, you head to the front...

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Coupon Trip: Target, Walgreens, Ingles

So I went into the city today, and you know what that means: Oh yeah!  I got to go to Target, Walgreens, and Ingles, and I put my coupons to work.  (Want to see my awesome savings at CVS this week? go HERE) Want to see how I did? Or to see if there is any deals you may want to get before the week is up? CLICK Below... &nbs...

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CVS Trip: Well Over 90% savings

Yes, that's right! I got all that stuff you see above for $2.79 (subtotal, with tax $8.14 ugh...so much tax in this state).  I think I am finally figuring out the CVS madness! Want to see the break down of how I did it? CLICK below......

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Sunday Coupon Insert Differences (Knoxville Area)

Like before, I am going off of the full lists on Sunday Coupon Preview.  This post is just to show what the differences were in my regional newspaper.  (Knoxville News Sentinel) We got 2 inserts in this paper: Redplum and Smartsource. Also, don't forget to flip through the Parade magazine each week. There are usually a few coupons in there as well! To see the details, CLICK below.....

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Samples I Got (February 2-8)

[This is an attempt at making a title image for this post series.  Y'all be kind.  I haven't looked at image software for the better part of a decade, and I spent a grueling 7 and a half minutes on this.  I think it's cute. Yep, convinced myself already. haha!] Awesome Sample Blogs That I Follow: VonBeau Hunt4Freebies FreebieShark I got some awesome samples this week! Want to see the goods? CLICK below!...

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My Coupon Trip: Food City, Walmart

I went and put some coupons to work today.  I got some great deals at Walmart and Food City.  [Pay no mind to my messy Walmart shopping cart above. Haha] Want to see what all I got? CLICK below... ...

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Coupon Trip: CVS (My First 100% Savings!)

I ran into CVS really quick today, because I had gotten the 20% off email coupon for the first time.  (I had to use it just on principle. Ha!) It gets even better!  I only paid for tax.  I have gotten 98% savings before, but never 100%!  I was so happy when I looked at my receipt! Here's the break down: Purchased: (1) Glade Twin Refill sale $5 (2) John Frieda Hair $6,99 ea (1) Lingerie Bag $2 Used: (1) $3 off 2 John Frieda Products (1) $1 off 1 Glade Twin Refill (1) 8 ECBs (1) 6 ECBs (1) 20% off Subtotal: $0.00, and recieved $5 ECBs (will also get $5 more from...

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My First PINCHme Box!

Y'all I am so excited that I finally got my first PINCHme box!  I ordered my first one back on January 8th, and I was starting to think they forgot about me. Haha! (It was worth the wait though.) So... What is PINCHme? PINCHme sends you a box of samples to try totally free of charge.  New samples pop up on their site every couple of weeks or so. (They always have a banner with the release date of the next samples on their page.) All you have to do is add them to your box and submit your "order."  (You can usually do 2-3 samples.)  Then you wait in anticipation for...

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My Coupon Trip: Great Deals this Week!

So, I usually go shopping (or on a coupon trip as I call it) about once a week.  I don't live close to many of the stores that have great deals, so I make it worth my while when I drive 30+ minutes, burning gas the whole way.  I hit as many stores as I can.  (It just ain't worth it to me to drive a long way to save a buck or two or to grab one deal.  (I want to save ALL the bucks. Ever!) This week I hit (so far): Walmart, Target, Kroger, CVS, and Ingles So, I thought I'd share with y'all some of the deals I got so you can grab some too.  (Or just gawk at the sweet insanity. haha) Want to see some highlights of my trip? (I included pictures and everything,...

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Kroger: Just a Couple Days Left on the Current Mega Event Sale

So I just double checked last week's Kroger Ad and noticed something. The Kroger in my area has changed their ad cycle from Sunday through Saturday to Wednesday through Tuesday.  (I kept wondering where my Sunday Kroger Ad was. haha!) So check on your Kroger ad to see if yours also changed.  You can also check it online at Kroger.com If so, you know what that means? A couple more days to get some deals on the current Mega Event you may have missed.  (The bottom of my ad says the sales are good until midnight on Tuesday, February 4.) Also, please note, you DO need to have a...

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Sunday Coupon Insert Differences (Knoxville Area)

Like before, I am going off of the full lists on Sunday Coupon Preview.  This is just to show what the differences were in my regional newspaper.  (Knoxville News Sentinel) We got 2 inserts in this paper: Redplum and Smartsource. Also, don't forget to flip through the Parade magazine each week. There are usually a few coupons in there as well! To see the details, CLICK below.....

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