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Tuesday, July 7, 2009

FREE Chick-fil-A Meal - July 10th


It takes a little work for this freebie.

Chick-fil-A's is celebrating "Cow Appreciation Day" on Friday, July 10, 2009 by giving away a FREE chicken meal to anyone dressed at a cow.

So put on your best cow costume and head to the closest Chick-fil-A location. Don't have a costume? Make your own using their starter kit.

Check out all the details here. I think this sounds like great fun, but I don't think I'll get my teens or husband to dress like a cow.

Dierbergs Deals: 7/7/09 - 713/09

I'm excited about Dierbergs three day sale this week because they have 4 roll packs of Charmin on sale. Finally, I can use the .25 Charmin coupon and have it make a difference in the price. My kids will be happier than I am. I've been accused of purchasing toilet paper worse than they have to use at school.

I highlight only the best deals. Take a look at Dierbergs' full ad here.

Remember:
1. Dierbergs doubles coupons .40 or less.
2. Limits 15 total coupons doubled.
3. Limits 3 identical coupons.
4. On a 10/$10 sale you get the sale price on just one item.

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:: Three Day Sale - Wednesday, Thursday & Friday Only ::

North Star Eclairs, Banana Pops or Fudge Bars - 4/$5
.50 coupon found in St Louis Family Attraction Card
Final price: .75 each

Special K Bars - $1.99
.75 off Chocolatey Pretzel internet printable
Final price: $1.24 each (if Chocolatey Pretzel in included in sale)

Charmin Big Roll Bath Tissue - $1.77
.25 - 6/7/09 P&G
or .25 - 7/5/09 P&G
Final price: $1.27 each (makes it .32 per double roll)

Wonder Hamburger or Hot Dog Buns - .88 each
Edy's Ice Cream, pint ctns. - $1 each
Hot Mama Garlic Cheese Bread or Knots - $1.48 each


:: Deals with Coupon Match-Ups ::

Prairie Farms Fat Free Yogurt - 10/$6
.60 off 3 - 6/28/09 SS
Final price: .40 each when you buy 3

Kellogg's Cereals - 2/$4
Little Bites, Raisin Bran Extra, Jumbo Rice Krispies, Frosted Blueberry Muffin, Mini Wheats, Special K Cinnamon Pecan, Special K Blueberry
$1 - 6/7/09 RP
or $1 off Special K Blueberry internet printable
or $1 off Raisin Bran Extra internet printable
Final price: $1 each

Hot, Lean of Croissant Pockets - 5/$10
.50 - 5/17/09 SS
Final price: $1.50 each


:: Other Good Deals ::

Bagels Forever Frozen Bagels, 4 ct. - .99
Xtra Liquid Laundry Detergent - $2.66

Monday, July 6, 2009

Schnucks Deals: 7/6/09 - 7/12/09


Schnucks is having a huge 10/$10 sale this week. I only highlight the best deals. Take a look at Schnucks full ad here.

Note: The Twin Oaks store matches Shop 'n Save's $10 off $50 Thursday deal. Take Shop 'n Save's ad with you to Schnucks Twin Oaks store to save the additional money.

Remember:
1. Schnucks doubles coupons .40 and less in the St. Louis area.
2. Limit of 15 coupons doubled.
3. Ask for a rain check if they are out of a sale item.
4. On a B1G1 sales you have to buy two to get the deal.
5. Items on a 10/$10 sale ring up $1 each. You don't have to buy 10.

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:: Kraft Original Mac & Cheese Catalina Deal ::
Buy (4) and get $1.00, Buy (5) and get $1.50, Buy (6) and get $2.00Coupon off your next shopping order. Offer good through 7/26.

Kraft Mac & Cheese - .73
B3G1 - 6/28/09 SS

Best Deal
Buy (6) Kraft Mac & Cheese $4.38
Use (1) B3G1 coupon -.73
Receive $2 Catalina
Net Price: 6/$1.65 or .28 each


:: Deals with Coupon Match-Ups ::

Wiska Temptations Cat Treats - 10/$10
$1 off tuna flavor - 4/26/09
Final price: FREE (if tuna flavor is included in sale)

Yoplait Yogurt - 10/$6
.40 off 6 - 6/7/09 SS
Final price: .47 each when you buy 6

Bar S Franks - 10/$10
$1 off 2 - 5/10/09 RP (Hurry, expires 7/9/09)
Final price: .50 each when you buy 2

Oscar Mayer Cotto Salami or Bologna - 10/$10
$1 off 2 - 5/31/09 SS
Final price: .50 each when you buy 2

Zatarain's Rice Mix - 10/$10
.75 off 2 - 6/7/09 RP
Final price: .63 each when you buy 2

Haagen-Daz, cups - 10/$10
$1 off 3 internet printable
Final price: .67 each when you buy 3

Michelina's Entrees - 10/$10
$1 off 5 internet printable
Final price: .80 each when you buy 5

Dial Liquid Hand Soap - 2/$3
.35 - 5/17/09 SS
Final price: .80 each

Kellogg's Cereals - 5/$10
Corn Pops, Apple Jacks, Froot Loops, Frosted Flakes, Rice Krispies
$1 - 6/7/09 RP
Final price: $1 each

Kashi GoLean Cereal - 2/$5
$1.50 internet printable
Final price: $1 each

Prairie Farms Cottage Cheese - $2.19
.40 - 6/28/09 SS
Final price: $1.39 each

Hungry Jack syrup
- 2/$5
$1 - 6/7/09 RP
Final price: $1.50 each

Luigi's Italian Ice - 5/$10
.50 - 6/28/09 RP
Final price: $1.50 each

Minute Maid Frozen Novelties - 5/$10
.50 - 6/28/09 RP
Final price: $1.50 each

Special K Bars - 4/$10
.75 off Chocolatey Pretzel internet printable
Final price: $1.75 each (if Chocolatey Pretzel bar are on sale)

MorningStar Farms Meatless products - 2/$6
$1 internet printable
Final price: $2 each


:: Other Good Deals ::

Ocean Market Tilapia or Salmon Fillets, 4 oz. - $1 each
Fresh Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, sold in 3 lb. pkgs. - $1.89 lb.

Apples, Golden and Red Delicious, Granny Smith, Gala - $1 lb.
Arkansas Tomatoes - $1 lb.
Broccoli Crowns - $1 lb.
Old El Paso seasoning mix - .67 each

Shop 'n Save Deal - 7/6/09 - 7/11/09


Shop 'n Save Deals - No $10 off $50 Thursday

Update: $10 off $50 this Thursday at:

South Coutny stores - South Linbergh, Lemay, Arnold & Fenton
Twin Oaks & Ellisville (thanks, Maureen)
St. Peters, Dardenne, Harvester, and O'Fallon Stores! (thanks, Kelly)

Readers in South County and St Charles county, please let us know if your stores are offering $10 off $50 on Thursday.

I'm totally underwhelmed with Shop 'n Save this week even with a Heinz Catalina deal. The Heinz deal is not a bad deal if you need to stock up on sauces or don't mind turning on the oven this time of year. But I don't need sauces and don't turn on the oven in the summer.

I'll probably stop in to "cherry pick" some Prairie Farms ice cream and get a rain check for Cottonelle. I don't know if I've ever seen Shop 'n Save not run out of Cottonelle when they've had it on sale. I'll pick up a rain check, if they're out, and use it another week when they have a $10 off $50 Thursday and better sale items.

I highlight only the best deals. Take a look at both of Shop 'n Save's full ads here.

Remember:
1. No $10 off $50 purchase this Thursday.
2. Shop 'n Save does not double coupons.
3. Shop 'n Save accepts internet printable coupons up to 50% of the product retail price. Take a look at Shop 'n Save Internet Printable Coupon Acceptance Policy.

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:: Heinz Catalina Deal ::
$5 off your next shopping order when you purchase $15 in participating Heinz items in a single transaction.

Bagel Bites, 7 oz. - 2/$4
$1 off 2 internet printable
Final price: $1.50 each

Weight Watcher's Smart Ones Classic Favorites - 5/$10
$1 off 5 internet printable
Final price: $1.80 each

Jack Daniels BBQ Sauce, 19 oz. - $2.37
$1 off 2 - 5/17/09 SS
Final price: $1.87 each when you buy 2

Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce, 10 oz. - $2.67
.55 - 5/17/09 SS
Final price: $2.12 each

Weight Watcher's Smart Ones Anytime Selections - 4/$10
$1 of 5 internet printable
Final price: $2.30 each

Classico Pasta Sauce - 2/$6
$1 off 2 internet printable
Final price: $2.50 each

Heinz 57, 20 oz. - $5.28
$1 - 5/17/09 SS
Final price: $4.28 each

Heinz Ketchup, 40 oz. - $2
Boston Market Frozen Entree - $2.50 or $3.00
Ore Ida Potatoes, 20-32 oz. - $2.76
Poppers Frozen Snacks - $2.88
T.G.I. Friday's Frozen Snacks - $3.50


:: Big G Cereal Catalina Deal ::
Purchase (4) participating Big G cereals and receive coupon for FREE one night Redbox rental.

Big G Cereals - $1.88
Honey Nut Cheerios, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Cocoa Puffs
$1 off 3 - 6/28/09 SS
Final price: $1.55 each when you buy 3


:: Deals with Coupon Match-Ups ::

Wacky Mac Veggie Spirals - 10/$10
.75 internet printable
or .50 - 5/10/09 SS
Final price: .25-.50 each

Hot, Lean or Croissant Pockets - 3/$5
.50 - 5/17/09 SS
Final price: $1.16 each

Prairie Farms Cottage Cheese, 24 oz. - 3/$5
.40 - 6/28/09 SS
Final price: $1.27 each

Prairie Farms Ice Cream ,1/2 gallon - $1.98 (limit 6)
.50 - 6/28/09 SS
Final price: $1.48 each

Kellogg's Cereal - 3/$8
Special K, Smart Start, All Bran
$1 - 6/7/09 RP
Final price: $1.67 each

Special K Bars - 4/$9.98
.75 internet printable (if Chocolatey Pretzel Bars are included in sale)
Final price: $1.87 each

Cottonelle Bath Tissue - $5.98
12 ct. double roll Ultra, White or Aloe or 24 ct. single roll White
.50 6/14/09 SS
or $1 internet printable (create a pledge)
Final price: $4.98 -$5.48 each


:: Other Good Deals ::

Hamburger or Hot Dog Buns - .89 each
Peaches or Nectarines - .98 lb.
Arkansas Tomatoes - .98 lb.
Coke, 7 UP, or Dr Pepper, 2 liters - 10/$9
Bone In Country Style Ribs - $1.77 lb.

FREE Movie Monday with Redbox - July 6

The first Monday of every month , Redbox has a free movie promotion. You can rent one free movie for every credit/debit card you have.

Today's Code: 4J7LF6

Check out the location closest to you and the movies available before you go. If you are new to Redbox, Deal Seeking Mom has great step-by-step instructions on how to use Redbox's special promotions. Check it out here.

Enjoy the Movie!

Aldi Price Check - Bing Cherries, Cantaloupes, Honeydew + More

July 6, 2009

Aldi's produce prices change on Sundays, non-food items on Thursdays, and dairy prices fluctuate with the market.

I paid .99 for Fresh Mozzarella this week - It's probably a closeout price. There were only a couple on the shelf and I didn't see a price tag. What a nice surprise, when I got home and looked at my receipt. I know, I should looked at my receipt before I left the store. I would have purchased another one if I had.

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:: Dairy,Produce and Bread Prices at Aldi this Week ::
I've highlighted new items and price changes in red.

Skim Milk, 1 gallon - $1.99
2% Milk, 1 gallon - $2.03
Whole Milk, 1 gallon - $2.16
1/2 & 1/2, 1 qt. - $1.99
Orange Juice, 1/2 gal. - $1.89

Large Eggs, dozen - .79 (.10 decrease)
Block Cheese, 8 oz. - $1.29
Shredded Cheese, 12 oz. - $1.99
Sliced American Cheese - $1.49
Cheese, Deli Slices, 8 oz. - $1.49
Fresh Mozzarella, 8 oz. - .99 ($1.50 decrease)
Cream Cheese - .99
Sour Cream - .89
Butter, 1 lb. - $1.89
Margarine, sticks, 1lb. - .59
Yogurt, cup - .46 (.09 increase)

Wheat Sandwich Bread - $1.19
White Sandwich Bread - .79
Hamburger & Hot Dog Buns - .79

Apples, many different varieties - .45 each
Red Delicious Apples, 3 .lb - $1.99
Bananas - .39 lb. (.06 decrease)
Sweet Bing Cherries, 1 lb. - $1.29 ($1.60 decease)
Blueberries, pint - $1.69 (.50 increase)
Cantaloupes, xtra large - .99 each ($1 decrease)
Green Grapes, 2 lbs. - $3.69
Red Grapes, 2 lbs. - $3.69
Honeydew Melons - $1.25 each ($1.34 decrease)
Lemon - .19 each
Nectarines - .39 (.10 decrease)
Peaches - .39 each (.10 decrease)
Pineapple, fresh, whole - $1.99
Plums - .39 each (.10 decrease)
Strawberries, 1 lb. pkg. - $1.69 (.70 increase)
Seedless Watermelon - $3.89 each (.90 increase)
Broccoli Crowns, 14 oz. - $1.79
Cabbage, head - $1.49
Baby Carrots, 1 lb. - $1.19
Carrots, 2 lb. bag - $1.19
Cauliflower, head - $2.19
Celery - $1.09
Sweet Corn, 4 ear pkg. - $1.99 ($1 increase)
Cucumbers - .49 each
Garden Salad, 12 oz. bag - .99
Green Peppers, 4 ct. - $2.69
Lettuce, head - $1.19
Mushrooms, 8 oz. - $1.39
Onions, 3 lb. - $1.79
Vidalia Onions, 2 lb. - $1.69
Multi-colored Peppers, 3 ct. - $2.19
Baking Potatoes, 5 lb. - $2.69
Russet Potatoes, 10 lb. - $2.99
Romaine Hearts, 3 ct. $1.99
Tomatoes, 20 oz - $1.59
Roma Tomatoes, 20 oz, - $1.59
Vine Tomatoes, 24oz. - $2.49
Yams, 3 lb. - $2.59
Zucchini & Yellow Squash, 3 ct. - $2.19

If you haven't shopped at Aldi, or it has been a while:
1. Make sure you have a quarter to unlock a shopping cart. The carts are like luggage carts at the airport. You rent them for a quarter, and you get your quarter back when you return the cart.
2. Take your own bags. Aldi does not provide free bags for your groceries.
3. Aldis now accepts debit cards.
4. Aldis does not accept coupons.

Sunday, July 5, 2009

Menu Plan Monday - Week of July 6th

This week, my oldest son requested Grilled Chicken Margherita Pizzas, one of this favorite meals. It's super easy to make and tastes like summer. I bought fresh mozzarella this week just for this recipe, but I've used regular mozzarella and the recipe is still great.


Monday: Rigatoni con Pesce, green salad, fresh peaches
It sound impressive, but it's only Marie Calender's Pasta Al Dente

Tuesday: Tacos, refried beans, chips & homemade salsa

Wednesday: Grilled Chicken Margherita Pizzas, green salad, fresh cherries

Thursday: BLT's, chips, fresh fruit

Friday: Turkey Burgers, cole slaw, chips

Saturday: Bratwurst, grilled onions, baked beans, fruit

Sunday: Grilled chicken, grilled veggies, green salad, fresh fruit

If you would like more meal planning ideas, visit Menu Plan Monday at orgjunkie.com

Saturday, July 4, 2009

Walgreens $5 Scenario - Week of 7/5/09

It's a strange week for Walgreens shopping. No freebies, and not many Register Rewards. With all the sweets this week, you would think Walgreens is opening dentist offices instead of health clinics.

Here is a scenario to get you started with the Walgreens' game. Take a look at this week's coupon match-ups for details on where to find the coupons.

:: $5 Dentist Special ::

Purchase (2) Starbucks Ice Cream $4.79 - use (2) $2 coupons
Purchase (2) Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream $4.79 - use (1) $1 off 2 coupon
Purchase (1) Mars Candy .89 - use in-ad coupon
= $5.07 out of pocket

Price of merchandise before sales & coupons $20.05
Total out of pocket: $5.07 or 75% savings

Walgreens Deals - Week of 7/5/09

This is a crazy week at Walgreens - the ad is a different format, there is no free toothpaste, and all the deals are sweets with some water to wash them down. Good thing I'm stocked up on free toothpaste.

I highlight only the best deals. Take a look at Walgreens' full ad here.

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:: Deals with Coupon Match-Ups ::

B1G1 Starbucks Ice Cream, pint, - $4.79
$2 - 6/21/09 SS (use 2)
Final price: .40 each when you buy 2

Keebler Cookies or Crackers - 4/$10
Cheeze-It 7.5 or 9 oz., Keebler Cookies or Crackers 11.5 or 16 oz.
$1 off 2 Keebler Fudge Shoppe Cookies - internet printable
Receive $5 Register Reward when you buy 4
Final price: .75 to $1.25 each after coupons & Register Reward

M&M's, 9.9-12.6 oz. - 2/$5
$1 off 2 - 6/7/09 RP
Receive $1 Register Reward when you buy 2
Final price: $1.50 each when you buy 2 after coupon & Register Reward

B1G1 Ben & Jerry's, pint - $4.79
$1 off 2 - 6/28/09 RP (use 2)
or $1 off 2 internet printable
Final price: $1.90 each when you buy 2

Nestle Spring Water, 24 pack - $3.99 with in-ad coupon
$1 off Nestle Pure Life Water - internet printable
Final price: $2.99 each (If Pure Life is included in the sale)



:: Other Good Deals ::

Mars Candy - .49 with in-ad coupon


Remember When Shopping at Walgreens:
  1. Count the number of items you have and the number of coupons you are using. (A register reward is considered a coupon but an in-ad coupon isn't.) The register will not accept more coupons than items you're purchasing. Purchase fillers as needed.
  2. Always give the cashier your coupons in groups, first Register Rewards, then manufacturer's coupons, and then Walgreens' coupons.
  3. Only one Register Reward will print per offer per transaction. Split your items into several transaction if you want to earn Register Rewards on each of them. Example: This week if you want to buy more than four Keebler products and get Register Rewards for each purchase, they have to be in separate transactions.
  4. If you use a Register Reward for the same brand of products, you will not receive another Register Reward. If you use a Register Reward for a different brand of product, you will receive a Register Reward.
  5. Ask for a rain check if the store is out of a sale item. They don't expire and you can use them at any Walgreens.
  6. You can use a Walgreens' coupon and a manufacturer's coupon on the same item. Read about Walgreens' Coupon policy.

Kmart Freebies - Week of 7/5/09

Kmart is doubling coupons, up to $2, in the St Louis area (Missouri & Illinois) the week of July 5th.

Check out your local ad if you live elsewhere. If your Kmart is doubling coupons, it is advertised in the weekly circular.

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:: FREE After Coupon ::

Bumble Bee Tuna Pouch, 3 oz. $1.99 - $1 from 6/14/09 SS
Starbucks Frappuciono double shot single cans $2 - $1 from 6/21/09SS

Dove Ultra Deodorant $3.99 - $2 internet printable
Kotex, 18 count liners $1.29 - $1 internet printable
Pantene Thick & Full $3.33 - $2 from 7/5/09 P&G
Tums Ultra 1000 $3.69 - $2 from 6/28/09 SS

Hartz Crunch & Clean treats for dogs $3.99 - $2 internet printable
Hartz Crunch & Clean treats for cats $1.89 - $1 internet printable
Playtex Gloves $1.69 - $1 from 5/3/09 SS
Temptation Tempting Tuna Treats $1.89 - $1 from 4/26/09 RP


:: Other Good Deals ::

One A Day Vitamins $5.89 - $2 from 4/19/09 RP = $1.89 each
Purex 3 in 1 $5.99 - $2 from 6/14/09 SS = $1.99 each (.10 a load)


The "rules" change a bit every time Kmart doubles coupons. Here are this weeks guidelines:
  • Participating stores only will double coupons up to $2 with a purchase of $25 of more in grocery and drugstore merchandise.
  • Limit 10 coupons per customer per day.
  • You may only purchase 4 of the same items using double coupons.
  • Excludes Buy One, Get One offers, Kmart savings coupons and Kmart Store coupon.
  • Amount of credit from doubling a coupon cannot exceed the current retail price of a single item.
  • NO cash or in-store purchase credit will be awarded for any amount exceeding the retail price of the item.
  • Limit 1 coupon for each item purchased.
  • Only 1 coupon will be doubled per item.
Additional notes:
  • I have seen many products at Kmart long past their use by date. Check every product you want to purchase.
  • Coupons for multiple items ($1 off 2) might not double for the entire amount. I stay away from those coupons if the cost of one item is less that than doubled coupon.
  • Kmart doesn't always mark their sale items. Check the prices at the price check scanner in the aisle.

Check out Common Sense with Money for lots of other possible coupon match-ups. I said possible because there are a lot of coupon match-ups on blogs, but they don't always match the prices and products I saw at my local Kmart.

Coupon Preview - P & G Insert Only

Sunday's 7/5/09 , St Louis Post Dispatch has one coupon inserts - P&G.

It's unusual for the Sunday paper to have any coupon inserts on a holiday weekend. Since Kmart is doubling coupons this week, there should be some good coupon match-ups from this insert to use.

Some of my favorite coupons this week:
  • $2 Pantene Full & Thick Product
  • $2 Olay Body Wash or In-shower Body Lotion
  • $1 Cascade Product
  • $1 Pampers
  • $1 Oral-B manual Brush Single Pack
  • $1 Secret
  • $1 Herbal Essences
  • .25 on any Bounty
Remember: You want multiple coupons to use when a product is at a rock bottom price. When it's good coupon insert week, I purchase 4 or 5 papers and sometimes acquire more. At first, I thought it was crazy to spend money to save money. But I've always saved much more than my $1 investment.

DEAL$ sells the Sunday Post Dispatch for $1. The early edition is published on Saturday and it includes all the coupon inserts. They usually have the Sunday paper left around on Monday also. Find the DEAL$ closest to you here.

Bic Printable Coupons

I'm never ready for this time of year. Back to school and the 4th of July don't mix well for me. But it's that time of year.....

Print coupons for Bic pens and pencils
50 off any size Bic Mechanical Pencil
$1 off any size Bic Ball Point or Gel product

Hurry! These coupon will go fast. The back to school sales are starting and these coupon will probably make for FREE Bic products.

Friday, July 3, 2009

Saved 76% This Week

I finally made it to Target for some coupon shopping. I've been reading about some fantastic deals, but Target was always my $100 store. I was reluctant to face the temptations. I put blinders on and headed straight to the items on my list. I'll start posting Target deals now that I seem to have Target under control.

Target
Before coupons & sales: $21.88
Total spent: $2.22
Total saved: $19.66 or 90%

Shop 'n Save
Before coupons & sales: $75.65
Total spent: $13.27
Total saved: $62.38

Walgreens
My new headband didn't make the picture. The ice was long gone by the time I purchased it. I'll account for the headband rebate when I receive the check.

Before coupons & sales: $22.03
Total spent: $3.73
Total saved: $18.30 or 83%

Dierbergs
Before coupons & sales: $51.36
Total spent: $18.00
Total saved: $33.36 or 65%

Schnucks
Before coupons & sales: $7.53
Total spent: $3.35
Total saved: $4.81 or 56%

Aldi
Comparable Schnucks price: $9.81
Aldi price: $5.46
Total Saved: $4.35 or 44%

Weekly Totals
Before coupons & sales: $188.26
Total spent: $46.03
Total saved: $142.23 or 76%
(How appropriate for the 4th of July weekend.)

Totals since April 1st
Total spending: $625.33
Total saved: $2.689.24

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Schnucks - Kraft Original Mac & Cheese Catalina Deal

Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Catalina coupon offer good 7/3/09 - 7/26/09 at Schnucks.

Buy (4) & get $1.00
Buy (5) & get $1.50
Buy (6) & get $2.00
Coupon off your next shopping order.

Kraft Mac & Cheese is on sale through 7/5 for 5/$3, regular price 73 cents.

Deal idea through 7/5
Buy (6) Kraft Mac & Cheese $3.60
Use B3G1 coupon from 6/28/09 -.60
Receive $2 Catalina
Net price: 6/$1 or .17 each

Deal idea after 7/5
Buy (6) Kraft Mac & Cheese $4.38
Use B3G1 coupon from 6/28/09 SS
Receive $2 Catalina
Net price: 6/$1.65 or .28 each (still 60% savings)

Thanks, Shawn the Plumber, for the heads up on this deal. (I love that name. Are you really a plumber?)

Walgreens Money-Maker: Goody Ouchless Headband

A nice money-maker at Walgreens.

Goody Ouchless Headband - $3.99
$1 internet printable
Mail in Rebate Catalina for $3.99 prints at register
Final price: $1 money-maker (less the price of a stamp)

Headband must be purchased between 6/28/09 and 8/1/09 and form postmarked by 9/1/09. Limit one refund per name and address.

The rebate form states - check amount will be for the actual purchase price excluding sales tax. I don't know if I will receive the full $3.99 back in rebate, since my receipt only has the headband and coupon on it. If I was thinking, I would have purchased something else when I purchased the headband. Then there is no way to tell which product I used the coupon on.

Calendar of FREE in St Louis

There are so many free (or almost free) events coming up it's hard to keep the dates in my head. I'll post a calendar each week with links to more information on the events.

If you know of a free activity I should include, email me or leave a comment and I will include it in next week's post.

Ongoing:


July:

FREE Home Depot Kids Workshop - Build a Picnic Caddy

Saturday - July 4th

From 9-noon, kids can build a Picnic Caddy at Home Depot's FREE Kids Workshop "How to Clinic." This clinic is designed for children ages 5-12. No preregistration necessary, just show up between 9 and noon.

In addition to the constructed project kit, each child receives a child-sized orange Home Depot apron and an achievement pin.

Find the location closest to you with Home Depot's Store Finder.

Home Depot offers Kids Workshops the first Saturday of every month. For those who are good at planning ahead, the next workshop is on August 1st to build a Message Center.

Thursday, July 2, 2009

$55 in Back to School Savings from Kraft


Request a Pack a Kraft Smile Savings Booklet & Calendar.

Booklet includes (2) $20 rebates and $15 in coupons on Kraft favorites including Nabisco, Planters, Capri Sun, Ritz Bits and Easy Cheese. Limit one request per family or address.

I'm having a hard time with "back to school" advertising before the 4th of July. I know, school starts earlier every year, but.....

Kmart - Doubling Coupons Week of July 5th

Kmart is doubling coupons, up to $2, in the St Louis area (Missouri & Illinois) the week of July 5th.

Check out your local ad if you live elsewhere. If your Kmart is doubling coupons, it is advertised in the weekly circular.

The "rules" change a bit every time Kmart doubles coupons. Here are this weeks guidelines:
  • Participating stores only will double coupons up to $2 with a purchase of $25 of more in grocery and drugstore merchandise.
  • Limit 10 coupons per customer per day.
  • You may only purchase 4 of the same items using double coupons.
  • Excludes Buy One, Get One offers, Kmart savings coupons and Kmart Store coupon.
  • Amount of credit from doubling a coupon cannot exceed the current retail price of a single item.
  • NO cash or in-store purchase credit will be awarded for any amount exceeding the retail price of the item.
  • Limit 1 coupon for each item purchased.
  • Only 1 coupon will be doubled per item.
Although Kmart prices are high, there should be some freebies with this doubling offer. With some planning, it shouldn't be too hard to reach the $25 purchase requirement. I'm off to Kmart later today to check prices. I'll post my findings tomorrow.

Thanks Chris K, for the heads up and guidelines.

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

What You Can Buy with Pocket Change - Week of June 28th

Every week, there are lots of items you can purchase for a dollar or less. I'll post a weekly compilation of those items. I'm always amazed at how much I can buy for very little money.

Click on the store name to see the coupon match ups and other great deals.
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Aldi
Lemons - .19 each
Yogurt cups - .37
Bananas - .45 lb.
Cucumbers - .49 each
Margarine - .59
White Sandwich Bread - .79
Hamburger or Hot Dog Buns - .79
Larger Eggs - .89
Sour Cream - .89
Cream Cheese - .99
Sweet Corn, 4 ears - .99
Garden Salad, 12 oz. bag - .99

Dierbergs
McCormick Grill Mate Marinade Mixes - FREE
Dannon Yogurt - .40
Bar S Meat or Turkey Franks - .50
Bar S Bologna or Cotto Salami - .50
Haagen-Daz cups - .67
Chex Mix - .75
French's Mustard .79
Prairie Farms Sour Cream or Dip - .80
Starbucks Ice Cream - $1
Kellogg's Cereals - $1
Kraft Salad Dressing - $1

Schnucks
Van Camp's Pork & Beans - .40
Kraft Original Mac & Cheese - .45
French's Mustard - .83
Special K Crackers - $1
Del Monte Fruit Chillers - $1
Pop-Secret Microwave Popcorn - $1
Solo Cups, Bowls or Plates - $1
Kellogg's Cereals - $1
Arkansas Tomatoes - $1 lb.

Shop 'n Save
Weber Grill Marinades - FREE
Kraft BBQ Sauce - .48
Prairie Farms Sour Cream - .65
Prairie Farms Dip - .65
Coffee-mate Liquid Creamer - .66
Kraft Salad Dressing - .67
Grande Tortilla Chips - .74
Bar S Franks - .75
Famous Amos Sandwich Cookies - .78
Wonder Buns - .90
Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ Sauce - .90
Pepsi, 7 UP, Dr Pepper, 2 liters - $1
Reser's Potato Salad - $1
Geisha Mandarin Oranges - $1
French's Mustard - $1
Special K Crackers - $1
10 packs Kool-Aid & Sugar - $1
Planter's Peanuts - $1
Bar S Bologna - $1
Kellogg's Cereals - $1


Walgreens

Right Guard Deodorant - FREE
Campbell's Tomato or Chicken Noodle Soup - FREE
Wrigley's Gum - .02
Reusable Shopping Bags - .33
Van Camp's Pork & Beans - .40
Pringles - .49
Lindsay Olives - .49
Jell-O - .50
Kellogg's Cereal - .99
Oust Air Sanitizer - .99
Roots of Nature Hair products - .99

Dierbergs Deals: 6/30/09 - 7/6/09

I'm excited about Dierbergs this week. They are advertising HOMEGROWN STARTS NOW. I could live on homegrown peaches, but I will probably get some $1 Starbucks ice cream to put them on.

I highlight only the best deals. Take a look at Dierbergs' full ad here.

Remember:
1. Dierbergs doubles coupons .40 or less.
2. Limits 15 total coupons doubled.
3. Limits 3 identical coupons.
4. On a 10/$10 sale you get the sale price on just one item.

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:: Deals with Coupons ::

McCormick Grill Mates Marinade Mix - 2/$1
.50 - 5/3/09 RP
or .50 - 4/19/09 RP
Final price: FREE

Dannon Yogurt, 6 oz. cups - 2/$1
$1 off 10 - 6/21/09 SS
or .60 off 6 Light & Fit - 5/3/09 SS
Final price: .40 each

Bar S Meat or Turkey Franks - 5/$5
$1 off 2 - 5/10/09 RP
Final price: .50 each

Bar S Bologna or Cotto Salami - 5/$5
$1 off 2 - 5/10/09 RP
Final price: .50 each

Haagen-Daz Cups
- 10/$10
$1 off 3 internet printable
Final price: .67 each

Chex Mix - 4/$5
.50 internet printable
Final price: .75 each

French's Mustard - $1.39
Yellow, Spicy, or Honey
.50 - 6/21/09 SS
or .50 - 5/10/09 SS
or .50 off Spicy Brown or Honey - 3/29/09 SS
or .30 off Yellow - 5/10/09 SS
or .30 off Yellow - 3/29/09 SS
Final price: .79-.89 each

Prairie Farms Sour Cream or Dip, 16 oz. - 2/$3
.35 - 6/28/09 SS
or .25 coupon found in St Louis Family Attraction Card
Final price: .80-$1 each

Starbucks Ice Cream pints - 2/$6
$2 - 6/21/09 SS
or $1 internet printable
Final price: $1-$2 each

Kellogg's Cereals, selected varieties - 2/$4
$1 - 6/7/09 RP
Final price: $1 each

Kraft Salad Dressings - 2/$4
$1 - 6/21/09 SS
Final price: $1 each

Bush's Baked or Grillin' Beans - 3/$5
$1 off 2 internet printable
Final price: $1.17 each when you buy 2

North Star Frozen Snacks - 3/$5
.50 - coupon found in St Louis Family Attraction card
Final price: $1.17 each

Kashi GoLean Cereal - 3/$9
$1.50 internet printable
Final price: $1.50 each

Marie Callender's Pasta Al Dente - 4/$10
$1 - 5/17/09 SS
Final price: $1.50 each

Fisher Peanuts, selected varieties - 2/$5
$1 - 5/10/09 SS
or $1 - 3/29/09 SS
or $1 - 3/16/09 SS
Final price: $1.50 each

Bar S Sliced Bacon or X-Lean Sliced Lunch Meat
- 2/$4
$1 off 2 internet printable
Final price: $1.50 each when you buy 2

Prairie Farms Ice Cream - 4/$10
.50 - 6/28/09 SS
Final price: $2 each

Pillsbury Savorings - 3/$9
$1 internet printable
Final price: $2 each

Morning Star Farms Meat Substitutes - 3/$10
$1 internet printable
Final price: $2.33 each

Ben & Jerry's Pints - 2/$6
$1 off 2 - 6/28/09 RP
or $1 off 2 internet printable
Final price: $2.50 each when you buy 2


:: Other Good Deals ::

Center Cut Pork Steaks, jumbo pack - $1.57 lb.
Dierbergs Sandwich Buns, 8 ct. - 3/$5
Homegrown Peaches - $3 lbs./$4