CVS: Many Cosmetics 50%-75% Off

CVS has marked several cosmetics 50%-75% off!  Combine those deals with coupons from the in-store machine and manufacturer coupons for the best deals!  Nouveau Cheap has a great master list of what cosmetics have been found marked down!  If they aren't marked, try scanning them at the coupon machine.

I got:

Sally Hansen Crackle Overcoat in Cherry Smash (75% off), $1.82

Sally Hansen Hi-Definition Nail Color in Wavelength (75% off), $1.75
Used 2 $.50/1 from ??? Insert
Used $2 off Any Cosmetics from In-Store Coupon Machine
Subtotal: $.57, Total: $.70

Walgreens Photo: FREE 8x10 Photo Enlargement

Through Saturday, June 16, Walgreens Photo is offering a FREE 8x10 Photo Enlargement with promo code PRINT8X10!  Choose in-store pick-up to avoid shipping fees.

New SavingStar eCoupons

 

It's Thursday, which means it's time to load your new SavingStar ecoupons!  If you haven't joined SavingStar, I highly recommend it.  These coupons load directly on to your store loyalty cards.  Rather than coming off at the registers, you earn the money back!  I just load all the coupons.  I'm up to $6.05 in my account.  Here's what's new today:

Save 50¢ when you buy one (1) 12 oz. bag of Peet's Baridi Iced Coffee. Expires 7/11/2012.
Buy 1 Marie's® Yogurt Dressing, Save 75¢. Expires 7/11/2012.
Buy any (2) Dean's® Dips 12 oz or larger, Save $1.00. Expires 7/11/2012.
Buy any (1) Dial Complete® Antibacterial Foaming Hand Wash, Save 65¢. Expires 7/11/2012.
Buy any (1) Dial® Liquid Hand Soap, Save 35¢. Expires 7/11/2012.
Buy 1 Diamond Crystal Sea Salt, Save 40¢. Expires 7/4/2012.
Buy 1 Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt, Save 40¢. Expires 7/4/2012.
Buy 1 Diamond Crystal Salt Sense, Save 35¢. Expires 7/4/2012.

Target Shopping, $9.09

2 Hefty Easy Flaps Kitchen Bags (88 ct), Clearance Priced $4.14 each (50% off)
Used 2 $.55/1 from 5/13 SS

Bush's Grillin Beans, $1.68
Used $1.50/1 printable (no longer available)

Coupon Holder, $1.00 (found in Dollar Spot)

Subtotal: $8.36, Total: $9.09

Mailbox Happiness: FREE LancrOne Cosmetic Brushes Set Sample

Head over to the LancrOne Facebook page to request a FREE LancrOne Cosmetic Brushes Set Sample!

(Thanks, Sandra at TheCouponCommandos!)

Printable BOGO Kraft Macaroni & Cheese

Head over to the Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Facebook Page to print a Buy One Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner (7.25 oz) and Get One Free coupon! To print, simply click on "Get a License for Dad" at the bottom of the page.

(Thanks, Robin at TheCouponCafe!)

How to Use Menards Rebates

I shop at Menards quite a bit for their FREE after Mail-In-Rebate items.  I thought I'd type up a tutorial so you can see just how easy it is!

Simply check the Menards ad(s) or walk around the store to find items that have a rebate.  When you purchase the items, the bottom of your receipt will have a list of rebate numbers.  It will also have individual rebate receipts containing the same numbers.

The rebates are located at the front of the store in numerical order.  Simply tear a rebate from the corresponding pad.

Now all you need to do is fill in the back of the rebate form(s).  You can simply stick a return address label to the back if you don't want to hand-write everything.  Mail the rebate form (from the front desk) and the rebate receipt (found at the bottom of your receipt) to the address on the rebate form.  You can send multiple rebates in the same envelope.

Then watch your mail!  Your rebate will be a green and white postcard.  You do not need to use the entire value in one shopping trip.  The cashier will simply cross off the old amount and write your remaining balance.

While you'll spend money out of pocket on your first set of "freebies," you can roll your Menards rebate into more freebies!  When paying with a rebate, you aren't even charged tax!

Menards Shopping, FREE!

I got everything above FREE at Menards today!  I'm rolling their rebates.  Since I paid with the rebate, I didn't get charged tax! 

3 LED Flashlights, $2.99 each with $2.99 MIR (limit 3, valid through 6/24/12)
2 Folding Utility Knives, $7.00 each with $7.00 MIR (limit 2, valid through 6/24/12)
2 R95 Particulate Masks, $3.00 each with $3.00 MIR (limit 2, valid through 6/24/12)
2 Hex Key Sets (7 pc), $2.50 each with $2.50 MIR (limit 2, valid through 6/24/12)
Topsy Turvy Hummingbird Planter, $3.00 with $3.00 MIR (limit 3, valid through 6/17/12)

The rebates are in the form of Menards merchandise credit, but I just use them to roll into more FREE deals!

Dominick's Shopping, $3.80

Transaction 1:
Klondike (6 pk), $2.49
$1/1 JustForU eCoupon came off
2 Magnum (3 pk), $2.49 each
Used 2 $2/1 printables
$1/1 JustForU eCoupon came off
I didn't know this was on my card.  I shouldn't have been able to use it along with both printables since that makes 3 manufacturer coupons for 2 products.  Because my coupons were put in manually at self-checkout, the error wasn't caught.  You should NOT do this!
Subtotal: $1.47, Total: $1.60
Got back $2 Catalina for buying 2 Magnum.
Net Cost: $.40 Money Maker

Transaction 2:
3 Honey Nut Cheerios (12.25 oz), $1.77 each
Used $1/3 from 6/3 SS
Subtotal: $4.31, Total: $4.40
"Paid" with $2 Catalina from Transaction 1 and $2.20 OOP.
Net Cost: $4.20

Total Net Cost: $3.80

Mailbox Happiness: FREE Cafe Escapes K-Cup Samples

Head over to the Cafe Escapes Facebook  Page to request FREE Samples of Cafe Vanilla and Cafe Caramel K-Cup Packs!

(Thanks, Hip2Save!)

FREE 30 Day Trial to Coupons.com Savings Club

 

Head over here to get a FREE 30 day subscription to the Coupons.com Savings Club.  By joining, you'll gain access to exclusive high-value, premium coupons from the best-known brands!


You will need a credit cared to sign up, but will only be charged if you do not cancel your subscription before your 30-day trial is over.  If you decide to remain a member, the cost is $3 per month.

ShopAtHome: FREE Personalized Father's Day Card from Walgreens

Today's WILD deal over at ShopAtHome is a FREE Personalized Father's Day Card with Same Day Pick-Up from Walgreens!  You'll pay $1.99, but get $1.99 cash back in your ShopAtHome account within 30 days!

To score this deal:
1. Sign up or login to ShopatHome.  New members will earn $5 cash!
2. Click on the WILD deal on the right hand side.
3. Follow directions from there. :)

Mailbox Happiness: FREE Samples of Nectresse Sweetener

Head over here to request FREE Samples of Nectresse Sweetener!

(Thanks, PrintableCouponsAndDeals!)

Lots of New Target Printables = FREE Spoolie

Head over here to check out all of the new printable coupons Target released!

One to note is the $2/1 Sonia Kashuk cosmetic or cosmetic accessory item coupon.  The spoolie is $1.99, so FREE after coupon!

Drugstore Freebies: June 10-16

Nivea for Men Energy After Shave Splash, 2/$7
Buy 2
Use 2 $2.50/1 printables (click on the +25c facebook icon)
Get back $2 Register Reward

FREE Subscription to FamilyFun Magazine

Sign up for a complimentary 20 issue subscription to FamilyFun Magazine! No strings attached. You'll never receive a bill. :)

FamilyFun is the magazine for parents with children ages three to twelve. Family Fun is an ideabook for all the exciting things families can do together.

PineCone Research: Get Paid to $3 per Survey

Yeah!  I'm so excited that this offer is available!  For a limited time, PineCone Research is accepting new members.  This is my absolute favorite Survey Site.  I've been a member for a couple years.  I get $3 deposited directly into Paypal for each survey I take.  This makes a nice additional discount when I purchase something online.  I've even received products to try at home!  Head over here if you're interested in joining PineCone Research!  Hopefully you like it as much as I do!

Please note that only one member per household may register.

Reminder: FREE Personalized Father's Day Card from Cardstore.com (Last Day!)

LAST DAY to order your FREE card!

Cardstore.com is offering a FREE Father's Day card and FREE shipping!  Use code LUVDAD2 at checkout!

There are tons of great cards to choose from!  My family members always love them!

Mailbox Happiness: FREE Aveeno Shampoo and Conditioner Samples

Via the Aveeno Facebook Page:

We want you to try our NOURISH+ STRENGTHEN shampoo and conditioner so much that we are offering FREE samples! To request one, text HAIR7 to 467467. (While supplies last)

Msg & data rates may apply. Text HELP for info, STOP to quit.

(Thanks, CouponingWithRachel!) 

Old Navy: Additional 30% off Clearance?!

I stopped at 2 Old Navy stores today and both had signs for an additional 30% off clearance!  You may want to call your local store before going to confirm they are participating.

Mailbox Happiness: FREE Sample of Caswell-Massey Hand & Body Emulsion

Head over to the Caswell-Massey Facebook Page to request a FREE Sample of Caswell-Massey Almond and Aloe Hand & Body Emulsion!

(Thanks, FreeStuffTimes!)

CVS Shopping, $2.38

2 Cover Girl LashBlast Volume Mascara, BOGO 50% off $8.99 ($8.99, $4.49)
Used $4/$12 Cosmetics Purchase CVS Coupon from In-Store Coupon Machine
Used BOGO from 6/3 P&G (Took off $7.50, Max Value of Coupon)
Used $1/1 from 6/3 P&G


4 Wet & Wild Nail Polishes, $.99 each
Used 4 $1/1 from 5/13 RP (last one adjsuted down to $.96)

Subtotal: $.98, Total: $2.38

Walmart Shopping, $0.06

Black Flag Fly Swatters (2 pk), $.75
Used $1/1 from from 6/3 RP

6 Cutter Citronella Candles, $.97 each
Used 6 $1/1 from 5/20 RP

Subtotal: -$0.43, Total: $0.06

New SavingStar eCoupons

 

It's Thursday, which means it's time to load your new SavingStar ecoupons!  If you haven't joined SavingStar, I highly recommend it.  These coupons load directly on to your store loyalty cards.  Rather than coming off at the registers, you earn the money back!  I just load all the coupons.  I'm up to $6.05 in my account.  Here's what's new today:

Buy 2 cans of Lucky Leaf® Pie Filling, Save $1.25. Expires 6/30/2012.
Buy 2 Musselman's® 6-pack 4 oz. Apple Sauce, Save 75¢. Expires 6/30/2012.

Produce Shopping at Garden Fresh Market, $4.76

I'm not very good at shopping for produce, but figure summer is the best time to start!  These all seemed like great deals to me.  At Garden Fresh Market, I got:

10 lbs. Idaho Potatoes, $2
2 Peppers ($1/lb), $.58
1 lb. Cocktail Tomatoes, $.60
4 Gourmet tomatoes, $.70
1 lb. Baby Cut Green Giant Carrots, $.80
Subtotal: $4.68, Total: $4.76

What are your price points for produce?

More FREE Razors at Jewel...and Ketchup Too!

It turns out that Daisy razors are also BOGO Free at Jewel (through June 15)!  There's a BOGO coupon in the 6/3 P&G, meaning 2 FREE packages per coupon! (Thanks, MashupMom!)

Here's the breakdown of my trip:

8 Packages of Daisy Disposable Razors, BOGO $8.39
Used 4 BOGO from 6/3 P&G

2 Essential Everyday Ketchups, $1 each
Used 2 $1/1 from summer coupon book found in store (separate transactions)
(Thanks, Robin at CouponCafe!)

Subtotal: $0.00!, Total: $2.52 (just tax!)

$.30/1 Haribo Printable Coupon

The $0.30 off 4 oz. or larger HARIBO product coupon is back!  You should be able to get gummi bears for around $.67 at Walmart, or wait for a sale at Walgreens.  Hurry!  This one goes fast!

Crowdtap: My Old Navy Sample & Share Swimsuit Experience

As I've mentioned before, I am a member of Crowdtap. (You can sign up here if you're interested.)  Among other things, they periodically have Sample and Share Events sponsored by Old Navy. I was recently lucky enough to take part in the Old Navy Swimsuit Sample and Share event.  They sent me 2 coupons for FREE swimsuits, one for me and one for a friend! My sister-in-law opted for a cute tankini with boyshort bottoms, while I ended up with a one-piece.  Usually I go for the tankini, but their one pieces are nice quality and about as flattering as they can get!  You can check out Old Navy swimsuits online, here!

Jewel: FREE Gillette Male Disposable Razors

Through June 15, Jewel has several varieties of Gillette Male Disposable Razors on sale BOGO $8.49.  Use the BOGO coupon from the 6/3 P&G to score 2 for FREE!

I used 4 coupons and got 8 packages for $2.55, the cost of tax.

(Thanks, SisterSaveALot!)

Mailbox Happiness: FREE Bodycology Wild Poppy Nourishing Cream Sample

Head over to the Bodycology Facebook Page to request a FREE Bodycology Wild Poppy Nourishing Cream Sample!

(Thanks, FreeStuffTimes!)

McDonald's McCafe BOGO Coupon

Head over here and enter your name to print a BOGO McDonald's McCafe coupon.  This coupon is valid on Real Fruit Smoothies, Cherry Berry Chillers, Frappes, or Frozen Strawberry Lemonades.  Valid through 7/31 at participating locations.

(Thanks, PrintableCouponsAndDeals!)

Deal Genius: $1.99 Sale + FREE Shipping

Everything over at Deal Genius is $1.99 today, and ships FREE!

!!! Print Alert !!! Upcoming Nivea for Men Walgreens Deal

You may want to print the following coupons before they disappear:
$2.25 off when you buy any ONE NIVEA® FOR MEN Face Care Moisturizer (.3 oz. – 2.5 oz.)
$2.25 off when you buy any ONE NIVEA® FOR MEN After Shave Balms (3.3 oz.)

Starting Sunday, 6/10, earn a $2 Register Reward at Walgreens when you buy 2 Nivea for Men products on sale for 2/$7.  After using 2 coupons from above, pay $2.50 and get back the $2RR. That makes each product just $.25!

(Thanks, WildForWags!)

Jewel Shopping, $4.34

2 Tribe Hummus, BOGO $3.49
Used 2 $1/1 printables

Essential Everyday Crackers, $2.50
Used $1/1 from fresh summertime fun coupon book found in store

Dial Eco-Smart Refill (40 oz), Clearance Priced $2.17
Used $1/1 Personal Wash Store Catalina Coupon that printed on past purchase.

Subtotal: $4.16, Total: $4.34

Michael's: 20% off Entire Purchase

Head over here to print a Michael's coupon for 20% off your entire purchase, including sale items!  Usually this coupon is valid for just a day, but this one is valid all week, through 6/9!

Walgreens Shopping, $18.97 Money Maker

This was one intense trip, with NINE transactions.

Transaction 1:
Brainstrong, $10
Used $4/1 from vitamins and supplements book found in store
Big Roll Toilet Paper, $.59 (filler)
Subtotal: $6.59, Total: $6.82
"Paid" with $2 Register Reward and $4.82 OOP
Got back $10 Register Reward for Brainstrong
Net Cost: $3.18 Money Maker

Transaction 2:
Omega Smart, $10
Used $3/1 printable (no longer available)
Goody Headband, $2 (Just noticed I was charged twice for this!)
Nice! Salt (26 oz), $.59 with in ad coupon
Nice! Baking Soda (16 oz), $.59 with in ad coupon
Subtotal: $12.18, Total: $12.70
"Paid"with $10 Register Reward from Transaction 1 and $2.70 OOP.
Got back $10 Register Reward for Omega Start and $2 for Goody.
Net Cost: $.70 (Should have been $1.20 Money Maker, but was charged twice for the headband.)

Transaction 3:
Brainstrong, $10
Used $4/1 from vitamins and supplements book found in store
Lansoprazole Acid Reducer, $6.00
Big Roll Toilet Paper, $.59 (filler)
Subtotal: $12.59, Total: $12.92
"Paid" with $10 and $2 Register Rewards from Transaction 2 and $.92 OOP.
Got back $10 Register Reward for Brainstrong and $6 Register Reward for Lansoprazole.
Net Cost: $3.08 Money Maker

Transaction 4:
Omega Smart, $10
Used $3/1 printable (no longer available)
Goody Headband, $2
2 Big Roll Toilet Paper, $.59
Subtotal: $10.18, Total: $10.61
"Paid" with $10 Register Reward from Transaction 3 and $.61 OOP.
Got back $10 Register Reward for Omega Start and $2 for Goody.
Net Cost: $1.39 Money Maker

Transaction 5:
See Transaction 3
$3.08 Money Maker

Transaction 6:
See Transaction 4
$1.39 Money Maker

Transaction 7:
See Transaction 3
$3.08 Money Maker

Transaction 8:
See Transaction 4
$1.39 Money maker

Transaction 9:
See Transaction 3
$1.39 Money Maker


After all transactions, this was an $18.97 Money Maker!
Should have been a $20.97 Money Maker, but was charged twice for a headband.

CVS Shopping, $1.96

2 Crest Pro-Health (1 L), $5.99 each
Buy 1, Get $5 ECB (limit 2)
Used 2 $.25/1 from 6/3 P&G
Subtotal:  $11.48, Total: $11.96
"Paid" with $10 ECB, $1.10 off gift card from Viggle, and $.86 OOP
Got back $10 ECB
Net Cost: $1.96

Drugstore Freebies: June 3-9

Men's or Ladies' Speed Stick, $2.99
Use $1/1 from 5/20 SS
Get back $2 ECB (limit 1)

Starbucks Refreshers, 2/$3
Buy 2 and use 2 $1/1 printables
Get back $1 ECB for buying 2 (limit 1) 

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

Goody Ouchless Barrettes or Flex Headbands, $2.00
Get back $2 Register Reward

Kids' BrainStrong DHA Supplements (30 ct), $10.00
Use $4/1 found in vitamins and supplements book found in vitamin aisle
Get back $10 Register Reward...$4 Money Maker with coupon!

Lansoprazole Acid Reducer (14 ct), $6.00
Get back $6 Register Reward

Omega Smart Ultimate Fish Oils Super Critical Omega-3 (30 ct), $10.00
Use $3/1 printable that I posted about here. (No longer available)
Get back $10 Register Reward...$3 Money Maker with coupon!

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

Walmart Shopping, $0.10

4 Scrubbing Bubbles Toilet Cleaner Starter Kits, Clearance Priced $3.50 each
Used 4 $4/1 printables


3 GE Smart Energy CLF Bulbs (3 pk), $1.48 each
Used 3 $2/1 printables


4 Kotex Natural Balance Liners (14-16 ct), $.94 each
Used 2 $2/2 printables

2 All Mighty Pacs (10 ct), $1.97 each
Used 2 $1/1 from 4/1 RP


Subtotal: -$1.86, Total: $0.10

Walmart: Better Than FREE Kotex Liners

Photo Credit: KC Strategic Shopping

Here's another great coupon from coupons.com!  Print this $2/2 Kotex Natural Balance coupon and head to Walmart, where Kotex Natural Balance liners are priced around $.94!  Get 2 boxes for FREE!

(Thanks, KCStrategicShopping!)

CVS Shopping, $0.33

Colgate 360 Optic White Toothbrush, $2.99
Buy 1, Get $2 ECB (limit 2)
Used $1 off ANY toothbrush from coupon machine (received today)

Crest Pro-Health Oral Rinse (8.4 oz), $3.99
Buy 1, Get $3 ECB
Used $1 off ANY mouth rinse from coupon machine (received last week)

Subtotal: $4.98, Total: $5.33
"Paid" with $4.98 ECB and $.35 OOP
Got back $5 in ECBs.
Net Cost: $.33

Quiznos: Another Day, Another Rant

So last Thursday my boyfriend and I were hoping to use the the great Quiznos coupon I had posted about.  We popped by the Quiznos in Waukegan, IL at 8:30 pm, only to find it locked.  The hours on the door clearly said they were open until 9pm.  We saw an employee so my boyfriend knocked and the employee shooed us away!  Me being me, I called corporate.  They were apologetic, took my information, and said I should hear from the manager.  I asked how long it would take and was told usually 2-3 business days.

Fast forward to today, 8 days later.  I called corporate to follow up.  They sent another message to the store and said I should hear back within 2 business days.  Surprisingly the manager, "Steve," called me within a couple hours.  He apologized for the employee and said he gave him a "stern warning."  Ooooooh.

He went on to ask if I had ever been to his store before and that if I came in during the day when he was there, he would "take care of me."  I explained that I had been there once before with a Groupon and the employee had complained about how they were losing money with that deal.  He laughed and said yes they did.  He said Quiznos comes out with too many coupons and they lose money.

I explained that it really turned me off to be given a guilt trip to use a coupon.  He tried giving a sob story about how times are hard.  I told him then they shouldn't be locking the doors before closing time and turning customers away.

Again, he offered to "take care of me" personally if I came in during a day when he was there.  I questioned what that meant and he said "maybe (he) would give me a free drink or something."  I laughed and said no thanks, that I would write on my blog about his store and post on yelp and other review sites.  He then practically begged me to come in and told me how valuable my time was.  I told him that if he felt that way, he would have called me back the first time I called corporate instead of making me call a second time and be on hold for 23 minutes.  He kept pleading, but by then I'd had enough and told him no thanks and hung up.

Now, I don't want to give all Quiznos a bad name because I know they're franchise owned.  What have your experiences been?  Personally I won't be visiting any more, as this is the only once close to me.  Are there others still interested in their coupons?

Mailbox Happiness: FREE Nexcare Waterproof Bandage Sample Pack

Head over here to become a member of the Nexcare Connexions eNewsletter program and to receive a FREE Nexcare Waterproof Bandage Sample Pack!

(Thanks, FreebieShark!)

$2/1 GE Lighting Printable = Better Than FREE Lightbulbs at Walmart

 

Head over to coupons.com to print this $2.00 off on purchase of any GE Energy Smart CFL coupon!

As you can see from this post, I was able to find 3-packs at Walmart for just $1.48, giving me $.52 in overage!