Monday, February 25

CVS Shopping, $0.14


10 Stayfree, $3.99 each
*See explanation of how I got these FREE below.

2 Crest with Scope (2.7 oz), $2.87 each
Currently working with the Buy 1, Get $3 ECB (limit 2) Crest deal advertised.  There was no sign by this size, but I had read this worked for others.

Subtotal: $5.74, Total: $6.14 on gift card
Got back $6 ECB from Crest
Net Cost: $0.14

*Remember the Buy 1, Get 1 FREE Stayfree coupon that came out in January (and expired earlier this month) that paired with the Buy 1, Get 1 FREE Stayfree sale at CVS?  This deal made for 2 FREE packages of Stayfree per coupon.  Well, many CVS stores sold out right away.  I got a raincheck and kept checking store shelves and they were always cleared out.  The day the coupon expired, I asked a manager if I could use the coupon past the expiration date since they still didn't have stock of the product.  (I had heard of some stores doing this.)  He wrote on the raincheck "coupons ok" along with his initials, then stapled the coupons to the raincheck.  Finally, today, I found enough Stayfree in stock!  I don't think all CVS stores would allow this, but it's worth asking!

Walmart: $0.47 Vidal Sassoon Shampoo or Conditioner


Keep your eyes "peeled" for $2/1 Vidal Sassoon Pro Series peelies found on some Vidal Sassoon products!  Walmart sells 12 fl oz Vidal Sassoon Shampoos and Conditioners for just $2.47 each, so just $0.47 each!


I was able to score a shampoo and a conditioner for just $1.31 after tax!  Not bad!

Mailbox Happiness: FREE Sample of Suave Professionals Moroccan Infusion


Head over here to register for the Suave Shine Sweeps!  The first 100,000 will get a FREE Sample of Suave Professionals Moroccan Infusion!

(Thanks, TreasureHuntforCoupons!)

Saturday, February 23

Dominick's (Safeway) Shopping, $0.74


Dominick's (Safeway) has several small cleaning items on sale.  When you buy them in multiples of 3, you save an additional $1 on each.  This makes several items just $.29-$.49!

I did the following transaction 2 times:

3 Mr. Clean Sponge Cloth (2 pks), Regular $1.99 each, Sale $1.29 each, $.29 each wyb 3
Used 3 $.50/1 from 1/27 P&G (YMMV...cashier may adjust down to $.29/1)

3 Butler Ultra Scrub Bobs, Regular $1.99 each, Sale $1.29 each, $.29 each wyb 3

Subtotal: $.24, Total:  $.37

$.74 Total for both transactions

Drugstore Freebies: February 24-March 2


ThermaCare Lower Back & Hip Heat Wrap (1 ct), $3.49
Get back $3.49 ECB (limit 1)

For more information on ECBs and shopping at CVS, please read this post. 


Arctic Naturals Daily Omega-3, $10
Get back $10 Register Reward

Colgate 2-in-1, Max Fresh, White, or Clean Toothpaste (4.6 – 6oz), $3.49
Use $.50/1 from 2/10 SS or 2/24 SS
Get back $2.99 Register Reward

Curacaine Rapid Acting Topical Analgesic, $7
Get back $7 Register Reward

Energize Energy Tablets (28ct), $8
Get back $8 Register Reward

Natrol Melatonin (100 ct), $4
Get back $4 Register Reward

For more information on Register Rewards and shopping at Walgreens, please read this post.

Thursday, February 21

BzzAgent: Schick Hydro Silk Razor Coupon Giveaway


As I've mentioned before, I'm a member of BzzAgent, an awesome site that is all about word of mouth advertising!  As a BzzAgent, I get a chance to participate in BzzCampaigns.  They send me all sorts of goodies to try, along with high value coupons to share with friends!

They recently sent me a Schick Hydro Silk Razor, along with 8 $5/1 coupons.

With the Schick Hydro Silk razor, you go beyond an incredibly close shave to actually care for your skin. Only Schick Hydro Silk razors include Water-Activated Moisturizing Serum to hydrate your skin for up to two hours after shaving and 5 Curve-Sensing blades with skin guards to help reduce irritation.
To top it off, the Schick Hydro Silk razor has a soft touch handle and compact oval cartridges that fit the contours of a women's bodies.

Want to get one for yourself?  I can help!  I'm offering up 5 $5/1 Schick Hydro Silk Razor coupons to readers!  Five readers will each receive one coupon, expiring 4/30/13.  Just be one of the first 5 people to comment below with which feature about the Schick Hydro Silk Razor most appeals to you.  Then send me a message at erin.barton80@gmail.com with your mailing address!

Interested in becoming a BzzAgent?  You can do that here!

Target Shopping, $3.36


4 Dole Shakers, Sale $1.33 each
Used 4 $.75/1 from 1/6 SS

4 Poise, $2.99
Used 4 $3/1 from 2/10 SS

Subtotal: $2.28, Total: $3.36

Monday, February 18

Misc. Shopping Using SmartPhone App Coupons, $1.22


Check out this post to read more about Wrapp and Old Navy's Snap Appy App!

H&M:
Baby Girl Bottoms, Regular $5.95, Clearance $3
Baby Boy Shirt, Regular $7.95, Clearance $3
Used FREE $6 Gift Card on Wrapp
Total: $0

Toys R Us:
2-Pack Gerber Boys Pants, Regular $7.99, Clearance $2.99
2-Pack Gerber Girls Pants, Regular $7.99, Clearance $2.99
Used FREE $5 Toys R Us Gift Card on Wrapp
Subtotal: $.98, Total: $1.06

Old Navy:
Baby Hat/Mittens Set, Regular $10.94, Clearance $.97
Toddler Socks, Regular $1.45, Clearance $.69
Women's T-Shirt, Regular $9.50, Clearance $3.49
Used Snap5 Coupon ($5 off Purchase) from Old Navy Snap Appy App
Subtotal: $.15, Total: $.16

Groupon: Great Deals on Chicago Tribune Sunday Delivery


Groupon is offering great deals on One- or Two-Year Sunday-Edition Home-Delivered Subscription to Chicago Tribune!

Choose Between Two Options
  • $19.99 for a one-year Sunday-edition subscription with home delivery (a $103.48 value)
  • $37.99 for a two-year Sunday-edition subscription with home delivery (a $206.96 value)
Click here to see if your zip code lies within the valid delivery area.

The Fine Print

  • Expires Feb 21, 2013
  • Limit 1 per person, may buy 1 additional as a gift. Limit 1 per order. Limit 1 per household. Valid only for new subscribers or those who have not received home delivery in past 30 days. Not valid for renewals. Must provide purchaser name, phone #, delivery name, and shipping address at checkout. Delivery begins upon purchase, provided all delivery info is submitted. Start date cannot be delayed. Allow 2-3 weeks for first issue to arrive. Valid only within listed zip codes. Not valid for P.O. Box delivery.
  • See the rules that apply to all deals.

Value City Furniture: FREE $25 Gift Card in Store Today!


Via the The Value City Furniture Facebook Page: 
Just to clarify- you do not have to purchase anything to get this gift card! This is a gift from Jonathan, the President of the Company! Just go to the store- say, "Presidential Takeover! Gift Card Me!" And you'll receive a $25 Gift Card. 1 per household! How fun is that?! :)

I went in and was directed to Customer Service.  All I said was that I wanted one of the $25 gift cards and it was handed to me!  That easy!  I didn't buy anything today, but spotted 2 packs of lamps for $59.99 and ottomans with matching pillows for just $49.99.  After gift card, both would be an amazing deal!



Sunday, February 17

Meijer Shopping, $9.08...Clear Shampoo $.13/Bottle and Angel Soft $.15/roll


Over at Meijer, Clear Men's Shampoo works out to $.13 per bottle if you have or can find the $3/1 Peelies.  With coupon, Angel Soft works out to $.29 per double roll, or about $.15 per single roll!  A GREAT stock up price!  You may want to call your local Meijer, as sale dates vary per region.

Transaction 1:
4 Angel Soft (6 Double Rolls), Sale 50% off $4.39, so $2.19 each
Used 4 $.45/1 from 1/6 RP
2 Clear Shampoo, Price Cut $3.13
Used 2 $3/1 Peelies (limit 2 per transaction)
Subtotal: $7.22, Total: $8.35

Transaction 2:
2 Clear Shampoo, Price Cut $3.13
Used 2 $3/1 Peelies (limit 2 per transaction)
Subtotal: $.26, Total: $.73

Total:  $9.08

(Thanks, Nancy and Melissa at TheCouponCafe!)

Saturday, February 16

CVS Shopping, $13.62...TP for $.14/roll


You can score this deal through today.  All items are part of the "spend $30, get $10 ECB" P&G deal.

4 Charmin Basic 12 Double Rolls, $5.49 each
Used 4 $.25/1 from 1/27 P&G
Loaded $5 back from SavingStar when you spend $20 on Charmin, Mr. Clean, Febreeze*

2 Pantene, 3/$10
USed $3/2 from 1/27 P&G

Puffs Plus Lotion, $1.50

Subtotal: $26.13, Total: $28.62
"Paid" with $24 ECB and $4.62 OOP
Got back $10 ECB and $5 in my SavingStar account
Net cost: $13.62

My price point for toilet paper is $.25 or less per single roll.  I got 48 double rolls, which is equivelant to 96 single rolls.  If I break up my net cost, that works out to just $.14 per single roll, with "free" Pantene and Puffs!  Score!

*Sign up for SavingStar here.  Link your store loyalty cards, including your CVS card.  Load the $5 back on $20 Charmin Purchase coupon here.  Load any (or all) other coupons.  Shop and watch money get added to your account!  Once you reach $5 or more, cash out!

(Thanks for the scenario, MashupMom!)

Thursday, February 14

BzzAgent: My Claritin-D BzzCampaign and Coupon Giveaway


As I've mentioned before, I'm a member of BzzAgent, an awesome site that is all about word of mouth advertising!  As a BzzAgent, I get a chance to participate in BzzCampaigns.  They send me all sorts of goodies to try, along with high value coupons to share with friends!

One of my current BzzCampaigns is for Clartin-D.  BzzAgent sent me a BzzKit that included a $10 coupon to buy a 10+ count box of Claritin D tablets and 8 $3/1 Claritin-D coupons.  The 10-count box sells for just under $10 at Walmart, so I was able to pick up a box for FREE.

My mom has always been a fan of Claritin for her allergies, but until this campaign, I had no idea that it also worked for nasal congestion due to colds!  I don't know about you, but that is possibly the worst symptom for me!  If you experience nasal or sinus congestion due to a cold, I encourage you to try Claritin-D!  It's available without a prescription in most states.  If you don't see it on the shelves, ask for it behind the pharmacy counter.

I'm offering up 5 $3/1 Claritin-D coupons to readers!  Five readers will each receive one coupon, expiring 3/31/13.  Just be one of the first 5 people to comment below on either what you like about Claritin-D or why you want to try it (for allergies or a cold).  Then send me a message at erin.barton80@gmail.com with your mailing address!

Interested in becoming a BzzAgent?  You can do that here!

Tuesday, February 12

!!! HELP !!!! I NEED Your Vote...Last 3 Hours!


OK, Friends!  I feel like such a pest, but I really need your vote to win this Cutest Couple Contest on Facebook.  My mom entered a picture of my boyfriend and me.  The race has been close and nerve racking!  Voting ends tonight and only takes a few seconds.  Thanks to all who vote!

Monday, February 11

Walgreens Shopping, $6.39 Money Maker


Transaction 1:
2 Lady Mitchum (1.5 oz), Clearance $1.99 each
Buy 2, Get $4 RR
Used 2 $1/1 from 2/10 SS
2 Campbell's Go Soup, 2/$4
Unadvertised Deal: Buy 2, Get $1.50 RR
Used 2 $1/1 from 1/13 SS
Poise Comfort Cooling Towelettes (20 ct), $4.49
Used FREE Walgreens coupon from 2/3 SS
Subtotal: $3.98, Total: $4.35
"Paid" with $3 RR and $1.35 OOP
Got back $5.50 in RRs
$1.15 Money Maker

Transaction 2:
2 Mitchum (2.5 oz), 2/$6
Buy 2, Get $4 RR
Used 2 $1/1 from 2/10 SS
2 Campbell's Go Soup, 2/$4
Unadvertised Deal: Buy 2, Get $1.50 RR
Used 2 $1/1 from 1/13 SS
Subtotal: $6, Total: $6.54
"Paid" with 5000 points and $1.54 OOP
Got back $5.50 in RRs
Net Cost: $1.04

Transaction 3:
Chloraseptic Spray Warm Honey Lemon (6 oz), $3.99
Buy 1, Get $3 RR
Used $2/1 in Walgreens February Book (YMMV.  Coupon is not scanning.  Cashier needs to price override.)
Stacked $1/1 from 1/6 SS
Nice! Gummy Bears, $.69
Poise Comfort Cooling Towelettes (20 ct), $4.49
Used FREE Walgreens coupon from 2/3 SS
Subtotal: $1.68, Total: $1.76
"Paid" with $1.50 RR from Transaction 1 and $.26 OOP
Got back $3 RR
$1.24 Money Maker

Transaction 4:
Same as transaction 3, minus the Poise.
$1.24 Money Maker 

Transaction 5:
Chloraseptic Spray Warm Honey Lemon (6 oz), $3.99
Buy 1, Get $3 RR
Used $2/1 in Walgreens February Book (YMMV.  Coupon is not scanning.  Cashier needs to price override.)
Stacked $1/1 from 1/6 SS
Subtotal: $.99, Total: $1.01
Got back $3 RR
$1.99 Money Maker

Transaction 6:
2 Lady Mitchum (2.25 oz), $3.49 and Clearance $1.99
Buy 2, Get $4 RR
Used 2 $1/1 from 2/10 SS
Fiber Choice Assorted Fruit Tablets (10 ct), Clearance $1.99
Unadvertised Deal: Buy 1 Fiber Choice, Get $4 Register Reward
Subtotal: $5.47, Total: $5.88
"Paid" with 5000 points and $.88 OOP
Got back $8 in RRs
$2.12 Money Maker

Transaction 7:
2 Lady Mitchum (2.25 oz), 2/$6
Buy 2, Get $4 RR
Used 2 $1/1 from 2/10 SS
Poise Comfort Cooling Towelettes (20 ct), $4.49
Used FREE Walgreens coupon from 2/3 SS
Subtotal: $4, Total: $4.42
"Paid" with $4 Fiber Choice RR and $.42 OOP
Got back $4 RR
Net Cost: $.42

Overall: $6.39 Money Maker

Sunday, February 10

FREE or Better Than FREE Fiber Choice at Several Stores


There is currently a national catalina to save $4.00 in future savings when you buy one Fiber Choice.  You can go over here and type in your zip code to find out what stores near you are participating.

This catalina is currently working on the 10 ct. Fiber Choice that comes in a small tube.  Jewel sells them for around $2.49.  When you buy 1, you get back a $4 catalina, making it a $1.51 money maker!

Walgreens is also participating.  The small tubes are priced around $3.99, so FREE after catalina (prints as Register Reward).  It may be worth scoping out clearance too, as I found them on clearance for $1.99 at one store.  Those were a $2.01 money maker!

Drugstore Freebies: February 10-16


Colgate MaxClean, MaxWhite, or MaxFresh Toothpaste (6 oz), $3
Use $.50/1 from 2/3 SS or 2/10 SS
Stack $2.50/1 CVS coupon printing from red coupon machine in store this week


Chloraseptic Warming Spray, $3.99
Use $1/1 printable or $1/1 from 11/11 SS or 1/6 SS
Stack $2/1 Walgreens coupon found in February coupon book (in store by ads)
Get back $3 Register Reward

Listerine Whitening Rinse, $3.99
Use $2/1 printable (zip code 33033)
Unadvertised Deal through 2/24/13: Buy 1, Get $2 Register Reward or Buy 2, Get $4 Register Reward

Mitchum or Lady Mitchum Deodorant, 2/$6
Buy 2
Use 2 $1/1 from 1/6 SS (exp 2/10) or 2/10 SS
Get back $4 Register Reward when you buy 2

For more information on Register Rewards and shopping at Walgreens, please read this post.

Tuesday, February 5

Target and Meijer Shopping, $0.99 Money Maker


Target:
6 Clear Shampoo/Conditioner, $4.99 each
Buy 3, Get $5 Gift Card Unadvertised Deal
Used 3 BOGO from 1/27 RP ...Took off maximum value of $5.99. YMMV
Used 3 $3/1 Peelies
Subtotal: $2.97, Total: $4.47 (Paid with Gift Card)
Got back 2 $5 Gift Cards
$5.53 Money Maker!

Meijer:
2 Dove Men+Care Bar Soap (6 pk), $6.79 each
Suave Deodorant, $1.67
-$5 Instant Savings for Spending $15+ on Dove/Suave Items
Used 2 $4/1 Dove Men+Care Soap from 1/27 RP
Used $.75/1 Suave from 1/27 RP
Subtotal: $1.50, Total: $2.27
*Repeated this transaction another time

To sum it up, I made $5.53 at Target and spent $4.54 at Meijer, making today a $0.99 Money Maker!

Monday, February 4

BzzAgent: Redbox Instant Review and A FREE Month for You?!


As I've mentioned before, I'm a member of BzzAgent, an awesome site that is all about word of mouth!  As a BzzAgent, I get a chance to participate in BzzCampaigns.  They send me all sorts of goodies to try, along with high value coupons to share with friends!

One of my current BzzCampaigns is for Redbox Instant by Verizon.  I was given a FREE trial month to try it out.

The pros?  Well, it was FREE!  But, beyond that, it's only $8 a month AND you get 4 credits for DVD rentals at Redbox Kiosks per month!  Rentals are normally $1.20 each, so when you take that into account, you're only paying $3.20 more to stream unlimited movies.  Not bad!

The cons?  You have to stream through a computer, tablet, phone, etc.  I currently use Netflix, which I stream through my Wii and Blu Ray.  Not being able to stream to my TV is a major con for me.

Want to try Redbox Instant for a month?  Head over to RedboxInstant.com and enter your e-mail.  You'll get added to a list for a chance to try it out FREE for a month!  Just be sure to cancel before your month is up to avoid being billed.

Oh!  And interested in becoming a BzzAgent?  You can do that here!

Sunday, February 3

Menards Shopping: FREE!


I got everything above FREE at Menards!  I paid with a store rebate which will roll into a new store rebate when I submit the following:

2 Clear Safety Glasses, $2.48 each with $2.48 MIR (limit 2, valid through 2/17/13)
2 14" Plastic Mud Pans, $5.00 each with $5.00 MIR (limit 2, valid through 2/17/13)
2 Panel Carriers, $6.97 each with $6.97 MIR (limit 2, valid through 2/17/13)
3 Curtain Rods, $6.99 each with $6.99 MIR (limit 3, valid through 2/17/13)
4 Spic and Span Lint Rollers, $3.99 each with $3.99 MIR (limit 4, valid through 2/17/13)
4 Deluxe Dish Soaps, $.99 each with $.99 MIR (limit 4, valid through 2/10/13)
2 10ct Grime Boss Hand Wipes, $1.99 each with $1.99 MIR (limit 2, valid through 2/10/13)
4 Taskmaster Brush Sets, $5.99 each with $5.99 MIR (limit 4, valid through 2/17/13)

You can read more about How to Submit and Use Menards Rebates here.

Mailbox Happiness: FREE Pepsi Next 2-Liter (coupon)


Head over here to score a FREE Pepsi Next 2-Liter Coupon! They're giving away a million!

(Thanks, Wendy at couPWNing!)

Drugstore Freebies: February 3-9


Rapid Sleep PM (4 ct), $1.99
Get back $1.99 ECB (limit 1)

For more information on ECBs and shopping at CVS, please read this post.


Azo Cranberry (100 ct) $9.99
Get back $9.99 Register Reward

Culturelle Probiotic Digestive Health (30 ct), $10
Get back $10 Register Reward

Sheets Energy Strips (8 or 10 pk), $3.99
Get back $3.99 Register Reward

ThermaCare Pain Relief (1 ct), $2.99
Get back $2.99 Register Reward

For more information on Register Rewards and shopping at Walgreens, please read this post.

Friday, February 1

Super Double Coupon Shopping, $14.54


I'm back out in Rockford, IL visiting my family.  The Schnuck's/Hilander/Logli grocery store chain is having a "Super Double Coupon" Event through tomorrow.  That means coupons with a face value up to $1.10 will double.  There's a limit of 3 like coupons and 20 doubles per transaction.  Here's what my first adventure looked like...

3 Mt. Olive Pickles, Regular $3.19, Sale $1.88
Used 3 $.75/1 Hang Tags (Doubled)....$.38 each

6 Healthy Choice Soups, Regular $2.28, Sale 10/$10
Used 2 $1/3 from 1/6 SS (Doubled)...$.33 each

3 Olay Bars (2 pk), Regular $3.49 each, Sale 2/$5
Used 3 $1/1 from 1/27 PG (Doubled)...$.50 each

3 Frank's Red Hot Sauce, $1.35 each
Used 3 $.75/1 from 1/20 SS (Doubled up to $1.35)...FREE

3 LaChoy Soy Sauce, $1.09 each
Used 3 $.50/1 from 1/27 SS (Doubled)..$.09 each

3 Planters Dry Roaster Peanuts, Regular $3.77, Sale 2/$6
Used 3 from 1/27 SS (Doubled)...$1 each

3 Nutrition, Regular $4.99, Sale 2/$8
Used 3 $1/1 from 1/6 SS (Doubled)...$2 each

Total: $14.54