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Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Welcome to....i wish mama had told me...Coupon Language
Welcome,
I am so thankful that you stopped by. I hope you come back often. It is a joy to share with you. My name is Jean and I have just celebrated my second year of "I wish Mama had told me," which is a blog about living a good life on the frugal side.
My goal on this blog has been and will always be, to share frugal, helpful living, information with you. I am not an expert by any means but I read a lot and I love sharing what I learn with any one who will listen. I have been a very serious couponer for the last three years and I have saved a lot of money with coupons, deals, sales, rebates and my favorite "freebies".
Of course we all know one of the very best ways to be frugal in this economy is to use coupons to the maximum. I have learned a lot about using coupons and continue to learn more daily.. Effective use of coupons is an art and takes time to learn on your own. You will learn something new every day also.
As couponers we reside in "Coupon Country" which is changing fast! Manufacturers are putting in more rules, stores are changing their policies. Extreme couponing has forced them to makes considerable changes. However, putting in the time required to catch up will benefit you greatly.
Over the next few blogs I will try to give you some "Coupon Country" updates that I hope will help you navigate more effectively.
Just as in any foreign land there is a different language spoken; well, Coupon Country is no different.. In order to navigate well and get the best bang for your bucks you need to know the language first thing:
Here is the basis language you will need: "Study hard, and let me know how well you do on you first encounter.
$$/$$ – Means $ (dollars) off when you spend a $(dollar) amount. Example: $5/$30 is $5 off your purchase when you spend $30.
$/2 – Means that you get $ (dollars) off for every 2 items you buy or whatever the number of items in the ad specifies. Example: $5/2 would mean that you get $5 off every 2 of the items that you buy.
B1G1 = Buy One Get One Free or(B1G2 = Buy One Get Two Free etc.)
Blinkie = A coupon that prints out at a machine in the store. They are located by the product associated with that particular coupon. Usually a blinking red box
BOGO = Buy One Get One Free
Cash Register Tape = Your Receipt. Also refered to as CRT.
Catalina = Also refered to as CAT. A coupon that prints out at the register that is either $$ off your next purchase or $$ off a certain product. You typically have to use them at the store wherre they printed, but some stores will take “competitor’s” coupons. Note: These are sometimes delayed in printing so wait a minute before walking away from the cash register. If you think you were supposed to get one and didn’t, talk to the cashier/manager and explain.
Closeouts – These are typically greatly reduced items that the store does not plan on re-stocking.
Competitors – This is the term meaning “of related chains.” For example, grocery stores will take other grocery store’s coupons and drug stores will take other drug store coupons. Always check with each store on what their couponing policy is and whom they consider to be a competitor.
Couponing Policy – This is the statement that each individual store abides by, in relation to coupons. What is typically included in their policy is whether they: take competitor’s coupons, take coupons past expiration dates, “double” or “triple” coupons, accept Internet Printables or if they even accept coupons.
Note: Print the store policy from the company website and take it with you to the store.
Coupon Insert – These are “packets/inserts” of coupons found in Sunday papers and also sometimes in the ads mailed to you during the week. These are usually sent out by Smart Source (SS) Red Plum (RP) and Proctor and Gamble (PG).
CRT = Cash Register Tape, or your receipt
Discontinued – Means that a store is not plannning on re-stocking that item.
Double Coupons = This is the term used when stores will double a coupon’s value. Example, if you have a $1 off coupon, they will double that coupon to $2 off. Stores vary on how often they do this ranging from never, always, on occasion or specific days of the week. Some stores may also set a maximum value limit. Example, no coupons over $2 and only 10 per transaction/day.(This is one of the new store poicy changes being made by several stores)
ECB = Extra Care Bucks. Exclusive to CVS. They work like cash on your next order. (Some restrictions do apply.) Note: You next order can be made on the same day. Most stores will allow you to make your ECB purchase, cash it out. Then use your ECB's on the rest of your purchase. Always ask first.
Note: Besure to pick up WG coupon book in the front of the store. You can combine a store coupon with a manufacturer coupon for double savings.
EXP = Expires or Expiration Date
FAR = Free After Rebate (See Rebate for explation)
FAE = Free after Extra Care Bucks (See ECB or Extra Care Bucks for explanation)
FARR = Free After Register Rewards (See RR or Register Rewards for explanation)
Inserts = These are “packets” of coupons found in Sunday papers and also sometimes in the ads mailed to you during the week. SS, RP and PG.
Internet Printable = A coupon that can be printed online. Also refered to as IP or Printable.
IP = Internet Printable Coupon. Also refered to as “printable.”
IVC = Instant Value Coupon. These are found at Walgreens in their weekly ads.(Usually boxes at the bottom of the page)
MFR = Manufacturer Coupon
MIR = Mail In Rebate. These are checks or coupons that the manufacturers/stores will send you if you meet the requirements on the rebate form. (Always mail your rebate forms when specified, they must be received on time.
NED= No expiration Date
OOP = Out-of-Pocket. This is the amount of money that you have spent after coupons, ECBs, RRs, Catalinas (See terms for explanations)
OOS = Out-of-Stock. This means that the store is temporarily out of an item but plans on getting in more inventory. Sometimes they will offer a raincheck in cases like these.( You must ask for a rain check)
OYNO = On Your Next Order. Used when refering to coupons that you can use on your next order at that store. (Sometimes Competitors will take them.)
OYNP = On Your Next Purchase. Used when refering to coupons that you can use on your next purchase (order) at that store. (Sometimes Competitors will take them.)
Peelie = Coupons found on products in the store. (Don’t forget to pull these off and hand them to your cashier when you check-out. Don’t rely on the cashier to notice them for you. It will only aggravate you later when you come home to find it’s still there!)
PSA = Price starting at
Q = Coupon
Raincheck = A slip you can ask for in the store when an item’s on sale but out-of-stock. Some sales will specifically say “No rainchecks” and some stores will put an expiration date on their rainchecks.
Register Rewards = Exclusive to Walgreens. They work like cash on your next order. (Some restrictions do apply.) Also refered to as RRs.
Rolling Catalinas – Means that you can use a catalina (see definition above) as payment on another transaction of equal merchandise and another catalina will still print. Example, if you buy 5 “name brand items,” a $5 catalina will print. If you then buy another set of those same 5 “name brand items,” you can use the previous catalina you received as payment towards the order and another $5 catalina will print.
S or SS = Smart Source. They not only send out inserts in the papers but they also have an online site with printables.
Stacking Coupons = This is the term used when stores will let you use their own store coupons along with a manufacturer’s coupon for the same item. Example: Most Targets would let you use their $ (dollars) off “specific brand” product coupons along with a manufacturer’s coupon for that same “specific brand” product. (See Wal Greens also)
Triple Coupons = A term used when stores will triple a coupon’s value. Example, if you have a $1 off coupon, they will take $3 off that item. Stores vary on how often they do this ranging from never, always, on occasion or specific days of the week. Some stores may also set a maximum value limit. Example, no coupons over $2 and only 10 per transaction/day.
UPC = Universal Bar Code. This is the bar code that’s scanned on products for pricing/info at the stores. Several companies will ask you to mail these in on rebates. Don't throw away box/wrapper until you check for rebates etc.
WAGS = Abbreviation for Walgreens
YMMV = Your Mileage (Manager) May Vary. This is what you’ll see when someone finds a deal but they want you to know that your store branch may not offer the same deal. (Usually on blogs)
WYB = When You Buy
Well this is information that you will need in the new country. If you have questions, comments or idea. Send it through the comment section at the top of this page.
Thank you, to all my co-bloggers who have helped me compile this list over the last two years.
Be Blessed,
Jean
I am so thankful that you stopped by. I hope you come back often. It is a joy to share with you. My name is Jean and I have just celebrated my second year of "I wish Mama had told me," which is a blog about living a good life on the frugal side.
My goal on this blog has been and will always be, to share frugal, helpful living, information with you. I am not an expert by any means but I read a lot and I love sharing what I learn with any one who will listen. I have been a very serious couponer for the last three years and I have saved a lot of money with coupons, deals, sales, rebates and my favorite "freebies".
Of course we all know one of the very best ways to be frugal in this economy is to use coupons to the maximum. I have learned a lot about using coupons and continue to learn more daily.. Effective use of coupons is an art and takes time to learn on your own. You will learn something new every day also.
As couponers we reside in "Coupon Country" which is changing fast! Manufacturers are putting in more rules, stores are changing their policies. Extreme couponing has forced them to makes considerable changes. However, putting in the time required to catch up will benefit you greatly.
Over the next few blogs I will try to give you some "Coupon Country" updates that I hope will help you navigate more effectively.
Just as in any foreign land there is a different language spoken; well, Coupon Country is no different.. In order to navigate well and get the best bang for your bucks you need to know the language first thing:
Here is the basis language you will need: "Study hard, and let me know how well you do on you first encounter.
$$/$$ – Means $ (dollars) off when you spend a $(dollar) amount. Example: $5/$30 is $5 off your purchase when you spend $30.
$/2 – Means that you get $ (dollars) off for every 2 items you buy or whatever the number of items in the ad specifies. Example: $5/2 would mean that you get $5 off every 2 of the items that you buy.
B1G1 = Buy One Get One Free or(B1G2 = Buy One Get Two Free etc.)
Blinkie = A coupon that prints out at a machine in the store. They are located by the product associated with that particular coupon. Usually a blinking red box
BOGO = Buy One Get One Free
Cash Register Tape = Your Receipt. Also refered to as CRT.
Catalina = Also refered to as CAT. A coupon that prints out at the register that is either $$ off your next purchase or $$ off a certain product. You typically have to use them at the store wherre they printed, but some stores will take “competitor’s” coupons. Note: These are sometimes delayed in printing so wait a minute before walking away from the cash register. If you think you were supposed to get one and didn’t, talk to the cashier/manager and explain.
Closeouts – These are typically greatly reduced items that the store does not plan on re-stocking.
Competitors – This is the term meaning “of related chains.” For example, grocery stores will take other grocery store’s coupons and drug stores will take other drug store coupons. Always check with each store on what their couponing policy is and whom they consider to be a competitor.
Couponing Policy – This is the statement that each individual store abides by, in relation to coupons. What is typically included in their policy is whether they: take competitor’s coupons, take coupons past expiration dates, “double” or “triple” coupons, accept Internet Printables or if they even accept coupons.
Note: Print the store policy from the company website and take it with you to the store.
Coupon Insert – These are “packets/inserts” of coupons found in Sunday papers and also sometimes in the ads mailed to you during the week. These are usually sent out by Smart Source (SS) Red Plum (RP) and Proctor and Gamble (PG).
CRT = Cash Register Tape, or your receipt
Discontinued – Means that a store is not plannning on re-stocking that item.
Double Coupons = This is the term used when stores will double a coupon’s value. Example, if you have a $1 off coupon, they will double that coupon to $2 off. Stores vary on how often they do this ranging from never, always, on occasion or specific days of the week. Some stores may also set a maximum value limit. Example, no coupons over $2 and only 10 per transaction/day.(This is one of the new store poicy changes being made by several stores)
ECB = Extra Care Bucks. Exclusive to CVS. They work like cash on your next order. (Some restrictions do apply.) Note: You next order can be made on the same day. Most stores will allow you to make your ECB purchase, cash it out. Then use your ECB's on the rest of your purchase. Always ask first.
Note: Besure to pick up WG coupon book in the front of the store. You can combine a store coupon with a manufacturer coupon for double savings.
EXP = Expires or Expiration Date
FAR = Free After Rebate (See Rebate for explation)
FAE = Free after Extra Care Bucks (See ECB or Extra Care Bucks for explanation)
FARR = Free After Register Rewards (See RR or Register Rewards for explanation)
Inserts = These are “packets” of coupons found in Sunday papers and also sometimes in the ads mailed to you during the week. SS, RP and PG.
Internet Printable = A coupon that can be printed online. Also refered to as IP or Printable.
IP = Internet Printable Coupon. Also refered to as “printable.”
IVC = Instant Value Coupon. These are found at Walgreens in their weekly ads.(Usually boxes at the bottom of the page)
MFR = Manufacturer Coupon
MIR = Mail In Rebate. These are checks or coupons that the manufacturers/stores will send you if you meet the requirements on the rebate form. (Always mail your rebate forms when specified, they must be received on time.
NED= No expiration Date
OOP = Out-of-Pocket. This is the amount of money that you have spent after coupons, ECBs, RRs, Catalinas (See terms for explanations)
OOS = Out-of-Stock. This means that the store is temporarily out of an item but plans on getting in more inventory. Sometimes they will offer a raincheck in cases like these.( You must ask for a rain check)
OYNO = On Your Next Order. Used when refering to coupons that you can use on your next order at that store. (Sometimes Competitors will take them.)
OYNP = On Your Next Purchase. Used when refering to coupons that you can use on your next purchase (order) at that store. (Sometimes Competitors will take them.)
Peelie = Coupons found on products in the store. (Don’t forget to pull these off and hand them to your cashier when you check-out. Don’t rely on the cashier to notice them for you. It will only aggravate you later when you come home to find it’s still there!)
PSA = Price starting at
Q = Coupon
Raincheck = A slip you can ask for in the store when an item’s on sale but out-of-stock. Some sales will specifically say “No rainchecks” and some stores will put an expiration date on their rainchecks.
Register Rewards = Exclusive to Walgreens. They work like cash on your next order. (Some restrictions do apply.) Also refered to as RRs.
Rolling Catalinas – Means that you can use a catalina (see definition above) as payment on another transaction of equal merchandise and another catalina will still print. Example, if you buy 5 “name brand items,” a $5 catalina will print. If you then buy another set of those same 5 “name brand items,” you can use the previous catalina you received as payment towards the order and another $5 catalina will print.
S or SS = Smart Source. They not only send out inserts in the papers but they also have an online site with printables.
Stacking Coupons = This is the term used when stores will let you use their own store coupons along with a manufacturer’s coupon for the same item. Example: Most Targets would let you use their $ (dollars) off “specific brand” product coupons along with a manufacturer’s coupon for that same “specific brand” product. (See Wal Greens also)
Triple Coupons = A term used when stores will triple a coupon’s value. Example, if you have a $1 off coupon, they will take $3 off that item. Stores vary on how often they do this ranging from never, always, on occasion or specific days of the week. Some stores may also set a maximum value limit. Example, no coupons over $2 and only 10 per transaction/day.
UPC = Universal Bar Code. This is the bar code that’s scanned on products for pricing/info at the stores. Several companies will ask you to mail these in on rebates. Don't throw away box/wrapper until you check for rebates etc.
WAGS = Abbreviation for Walgreens
YMMV = Your Mileage (Manager) May Vary. This is what you’ll see when someone finds a deal but they want you to know that your store branch may not offer the same deal. (Usually on blogs)
WYB = When You Buy
Well this is information that you will need in the new country. If you have questions, comments or idea. Send it through the comment section at the top of this page.
Thank you, to all my co-bloggers who have helped me compile this list over the last two years.
Be Blessed,
Jean
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
I Wish Mama Had Told Me Living a More Frugal Life
Welcome to I Wish Mama Had Told Me, I hope you find money saving coupons and deals to fit your needs today. Blessings to you all.
Hurry just one day left.
Restaurant.com just sent us the links to a special “affiliate only” sale on their site. Right now, you can score their gift certificates for 80% off of the regular price! For those of you that are not familiar with Restaurant.com, it’s a great way to save on melas at some of your favorite local eateries! Typically, $25 gift certificates are sold for around $10.00. With the 80% off sale, you will be able to pick up at $25 gift certificate for $2.00!!!
$0.75/1 Smart Balance Milk Coupon
Hurry just one day left.Restaurant.com just sent us the links to a special “affiliate only” sale on their site. Right now, you can score their gift certificates for 80% off of the regular price! For those of you that are not familiar with Restaurant.com, it’s a great way to save on melas at some of your favorite local eateries! Typically, $25 gift certificates are sold for around $10.00. With the 80% off sale, you will be able to pick up at $25 gift certificate for $2.00!!!
HOT new coupon reset for $1.00 off two 20 oz Coca-Cola products
$0.75/1 Smart Balance Milk Coupon
There’s a new coupon available for $0.75/1 Smart Balance Milk. This milk often goes on sale at Meijer, and most times there is a Meijer Mealbox coupon to stack along with the manufacturer’s coupon, adding up to even greater savings! Thanks,cincinnaticents
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RedPlum Coupon Insert for Sunday September 11,
2011
2011
Aquafresh Premium Toothpaste 5.6 oz or larger Save $.75/1 (11/30)
Aquafresh Extreme Clean Pure Breath Action product or any iso-active products Save $1.00/1 (11/30)
Bayer Aspirin product Save $1.00/1 (12/31)
Bayer Advanced Aspirin product Save $2.00/1 (12/31)
Body Fortress powder Save $3.00/1 (10/28)
Carolina White, Brown, Jasmine, Basmati Rice or River White or Brown rice Save $.50/1 (12/31)
DiGiorno Large Pizza Save $1.00/1 (10/31)
Emerald Nuts or Breakfast on the go! product 7.5 oz or larger Save $1.00/1 (10/23)
Johnsonville Smoked Chicken Sausage Save $1.00/1 package (1/31/02)
Garnier Moisturizer any Save $2.00/1 (10/22)
Kellogg’s Raisin Bran, Kellogg’s Raisin Bran Crunch, and/or Raisin Bran Extra Cereals 15 oz or larger Save $1.00/2 (10/23)
Kellogg’s Special K Cereals 11.4 oz or larger Save $1.00/3 (10/23)
Kellogg’s Special K Protein Meal Bars, Special K Protein Snack Bars, Special K Protein Shakes and.or Special K20 Protein Water Mixes 4 ct or larger Save $1.50/2 (11/6)
Knorr Homestyle Stock Save $2.00/1 (10/23)
L’Oreal Sublime Mousse by Healthy Look hair color Save $2.00/1 (11/6)
L’Oreal Vive Pro shampoo or conditioner Save $.75/1 (11/6)
L’Oreal Studio Line Styling product Save $1.00/1 (11/6)
Maybelline New York Foundation Save $1.00/1 (11/11)
Maybelline New York Powder Save $1.00/1 (11/11)
Maybelline New York Lip Product Save $2.00/1 (11/11)
Maybelline New York Mascara Save $1.00/1 (11/11)
M&M’s brand pretzel chocolate candies 9/9oz or larger Save $1.00/1 (10/23)
Minute Ready to serve rice product Save $.50/1 (12/3)
Nature Bounty vitamin or supplement Save $1.00/1 (10/25)
Nature Bounty Your Life multi vitamin Save $2.00/1 (10/25)
Pop Secret product Save $1.00/2 (10/23)
Nestle Toll House Peanut Butter and Chocolate chip cookie dough Save $1.00/1 (11/11)
Purex Laundry Detergent 128 oz or larger bottle Save $2.00/1 (9/23)
Purina Alpo 12 single cans , OR ONE Variety Pack, 8 ct or larger,$2.00 (11/21)
Purina Alpo 10 single cans Save $1.50 (10/24)
Purina Beggin, Save $1.00/2 packages (12/11)
Purina Dog Chow or Little Bites 3.5 lb or larger bag Save $1.00/1 (10/9)
Purina Kit & Kaboodle 3.5 lb or larger bag Save $1.00/1 (12/31)
Purina T Bonz or Tiny T Bonz Save $2.50/2 packages (12/11)
Purina Tidy Cat cat litter any size/variety Save $1.00/1 (12/11)
Purina Whisker Lickin’s any size.variety Save $.75/2 (12/11)
Ragu Pasta Sauce Save $.75/2 jars (10/9)
SlimShots Liquid Portion Control no 2 ct Save $5.00 (10/31)
Truvia natural sweetener any size Save $1.00/1 (12/4)
Aquafresh Extreme Clean Pure Breath Action product or any iso-active products Save $1.00/1 (11/30)
Bayer Aspirin product Save $1.00/1 (12/31)
Bayer Advanced Aspirin product Save $2.00/1 (12/31)
Body Fortress powder Save $3.00/1 (10/28)
Carolina White, Brown, Jasmine, Basmati Rice or River White or Brown rice Save $.50/1 (12/31)
DiGiorno Large Pizza Save $1.00/1 (10/31)
Emerald Nuts or Breakfast on the go! product 7.5 oz or larger Save $1.00/1 (10/23)
Johnsonville Smoked Chicken Sausage Save $1.00/1 package (1/31/02)
Garnier Moisturizer any Save $2.00/1 (10/22)
Kellogg’s Raisin Bran, Kellogg’s Raisin Bran Crunch, and/or Raisin Bran Extra Cereals 15 oz or larger Save $1.00/2 (10/23)
Kellogg’s Special K Cereals 11.4 oz or larger Save $1.00/3 (10/23)
Kellogg’s Special K Protein Meal Bars, Special K Protein Snack Bars, Special K Protein Shakes and.or Special K20 Protein Water Mixes 4 ct or larger Save $1.50/2 (11/6)
Knorr Homestyle Stock Save $2.00/1 (10/23)
L’Oreal Sublime Mousse by Healthy Look hair color Save $2.00/1 (11/6)
L’Oreal Vive Pro shampoo or conditioner Save $.75/1 (11/6)
L’Oreal Studio Line Styling product Save $1.00/1 (11/6)
Maybelline New York Foundation Save $1.00/1 (11/11)
Maybelline New York Powder Save $1.00/1 (11/11)
Maybelline New York Lip Product Save $2.00/1 (11/11)
Maybelline New York Mascara Save $1.00/1 (11/11)
M&M’s brand pretzel chocolate candies 9/9oz or larger Save $1.00/1 (10/23)
Minute Ready to serve rice product Save $.50/1 (12/3)
Nature Bounty vitamin or supplement Save $1.00/1 (10/25)
Nature Bounty Your Life multi vitamin Save $2.00/1 (10/25)
Pop Secret product Save $1.00/2 (10/23)
Nestle Toll House Peanut Butter and Chocolate chip cookie dough Save $1.00/1 (11/11)
Purex Laundry Detergent 128 oz or larger bottle Save $2.00/1 (9/23)
Purina Alpo 12 single cans , OR ONE Variety Pack, 8 ct or larger,$2.00 (11/21)
Purina Alpo 10 single cans Save $1.50 (10/24)
Purina Beggin, Save $1.00/2 packages (12/11)
Purina Dog Chow or Little Bites 3.5 lb or larger bag Save $1.00/1 (10/9)
Purina Kit & Kaboodle 3.5 lb or larger bag Save $1.00/1 (12/31)
Purina T Bonz or Tiny T Bonz Save $2.50/2 packages (12/11)
Purina Tidy Cat cat litter any size/variety Save $1.00/1 (12/11)
Purina Whisker Lickin’s any size.variety Save $.75/2 (12/11)
Ragu Pasta Sauce Save $.75/2 jars (10/9)
SlimShots Liquid Portion Control no 2 ct Save $5.00 (10/31)
Truvia natural sweetener any size Save $1.00/1 (12/4)
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There are a few coupons available right now that will pair nicely with this sale. Be sure to check the coupon database so you’re ready with all the coupons available! Thanks, savingslifestyle.comGain Products
::: Valid 9/11/2011 – 9/24/2011:::
Buy 1 Detergent and 1 Other Gain Product and receive a $2 Catalina;
Buy 1 Detergent and 2 Other Gain Products and receive a $3 Catalina.
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Blessings,
Jean
Thursday, September 1, 2011
It's September 1, 2011 Frugally Saving Money with Stockpiling
Fall is just around the corner; can you feel the breeze? Neither can I. It is expected to be in the 90's today in our neck of the woods. But don't despair, fall is out there somewhere. Just keep the faith.
I really love the fall and the spring. I feel almost tranquil in those seasons. In the fall the trees changing, the breeze blowing, it just doesn't get better than that.
It's time to prepare for the holidays. Thanksgiving is just around the corner, got to get those coupons ready to buy all our needs for our big dinner. There will be at least eleven of us this year. I am collecting coupons now and starting my stockpile. I hope this will inspire you to kick it up a notch1."The early Couponer gets the best deals!"
Definition of STOCKPILE
I work nights, so I shop in the early morning, the stores are not crowded, the mark down breads and
I really love the fall and the spring. I feel almost tranquil in those seasons. In the fall the trees changing, the breeze blowing, it just doesn't get better than that.
It's time to prepare for the holidays. Thanksgiving is just around the corner, got to get those coupons ready to buy all our needs for our big dinner. There will be at least eleven of us this year. I am collecting coupons now and starting my stockpile. I hope this will inspire you to kick it up a notch1."The early Couponer gets the best deals!"
Definition of STOCKPILE
I work nights, so I shop in the early morning, the stores are not crowded, the mark down breads and
9. Now you will have money to buy the things that you just want.
10. Have fun stockpiling with coupons it is so much fun...soon you will be addicted, as I am.
Enjoy,
Blessings
Jean
transitive verb
1
: to place or store in or on a stockpile
2
: to accumulate a stockpile of <a country suspected of stockpiling weapons>
Now here are some rules of stockpiling:
1. Buy at the lowest price possible and use a coupon with the higest value you can find.
2. Watch the sales trends so that you will know when an item is at it's lowest sale price.
3. Keep your stockpile coupons in a different envelope/folder than your weekly coupons so that
you are not tempted to buy at the wrong time.
4. Most grocery items go on sale or cycle every 4-6 weeks. I keep my circulars so I can refer to
them. Some bloggers suggest keeping a price book. You will be looking for the lowest price
between the regular price and the bottom line. You want it to be 50% or greater off the
regular price.
5. Combine a manufacture and a store coupon for the greatest coupon savings. Many times the
item is free or just pennies. "Nothing is better than free"
6. Buy store brands or generics if you can't get a coupon for something you need. Many times
I have found that store brands/generics are just as good or better than the named brand.
7. Don't miss the Dollar stores and Aldi's. You will be surprised at the savings. Always check for
the expiration date.
8. Read the circulars from all the stores before you head out and plan your shopping day and
plan your route. I work nights, so I shop early mornings, the stores are not crowded, the
mark down bread and cakes have not been picked over. I buy and freeze. Save where you
can. I shop on main streets where there is a mall and most of the stores I want to stop in.
Friday, August 26, 2011
Free Food Household Tips Deals and Sales
Hello Weekend!
Things to do places to go and people to see. It's a busy frugal life for me. I should write a song.
Any hoo.........
Kids are still eating free at Ihop during August until Wednesday August 31, 2011 from 4pm-10pm. Take the kids to celebrate going back to school. Enjoy, enjoy!
Travel-sized products are great for small spaces and you can itemize your own kit to suit your personal preferences. Here are some items worth considering.
• Pad, tampon, or pantiliner. Whatever your preference, or one of each.
• Wipes. Individually packaged to prevent drying out.
• Bandages. Assorted sizes.
• Pain reliever. Aspirin or acetaminophen.
• Safety pins. For broken bra straps or busted buttons.
• Mini sewing kit. Ditto.
• Nail file. A metal one that can smooth nail edges or loosen tiny screws.
• Stain remover stick. For clothes and upholstery, because spills happen.
• Tissues. Not all bathrooms are well stocked and not all trips have convenient pit stops.
• Hand sanitizer. Choose a pocket-sized bottle or in convenient wipe form.
• Hand lotion. For dry hands and for eliminating static when lightly applied on or under clothing.
• Lip balm. Moisturize your lips and apply it to bug bites to help relieve itching.
• Hairspray. Keeps your coif in place and stops nylon runs.
• Comb or brush. Plus a bobby pin or two.
• Mouthwash or breath mint. Because brushing isn’t always practical.
• Deodorant. Armor for underarms.
• Light stick. Light up the night. Use it as a roadside beacon or for club fun.
• Money. Throw in $5, a $10 or a $20 and always have an emergency fund.
Once you’ve gathered your handpicked essentials, place them in a cute water-resistant makeup bag or pouch and tuck it neatly into your glove compartment. (Be sure to replace emergency items after using them, otherwise, what’s the point, right?)
Tips
Summer is winding down, winter ice and snow will be here before we know it. Keep this tip in mind; I know we will need it.
For icy door steps in freezing temperatures: get warm water and put Dawn dishwashing liquid in it. Pour it all over the steps. They won't refreeze.
Wrap celery in aluminum foil when putting in the refrigerator and it will keep for weeks.
When boiling corn on the cob, add a pinch of sugar to help bring out the corn's natural sweetness. This really increases the taste of corn. Only boil it for six minutes. Juicy!
Bounce fabric softner sheets repels mosquitoes. Tie a sheet of Bounce through a belt loop or in your pocket when outdoors during mosquito season.
To eliminate odors in dirty laundry. Place an individual sheet of Bounce at the bottom of a laundry bag or hamper.
To deodorize shoes or sneakers. Place a sheet of Bounce in your shoes or sneakers overnight.
I hear Golfers put a Bounce sheet in their back pocket to keep the bees away.
When you go to buy bread in the grocery store, have you ever wondered which is the freshest, so you "squeeze" for freshness softness? Did you know that bread is delivered fresh to the stores five days a week? Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Each day has a different color twist tie. They are: Monday = Blue, Tuesday = Green, Thursday = Red, Friday = White and Saturday = Yellow. So if today was Thursday, you would want red twist tie; not white which is Fridays (almost a week old)!
The colors go alphabetically by color Blue - Green - Red - White - Yellow
I thought this was a great lesson, I never heard this information, have you?
This year my computer crashed and I lost so many pictures. I don't ever want that to happen to me again. This is a great time to get those vacation pictures in hard copy. This sounds like a deal to me about .12 a print.
Blessings,
Jean
Things to do places to go and people to see. It's a busy frugal life for me. I should write a song.
Any hoo.........
Kids are still eating free at Ihop during August until Wednesday August 31, 2011 from 4pm-10pm. Take the kids to celebrate going back to school. Enjoy, enjoy!
Ladies' Roadside Emergency Kit
Now, this is an excerpt from an article I read on kotex.com. You can read the whole thing by clicking on go now in the next line. I don't know why I never thought of some of the items she put in the bag.
Transform your glove compartment into a "girl-love" compartment with a few supplies and suggestions from Ms. Maxi! Go Now>>
Travel-sized products are great for small spaces and you can itemize your own kit to suit your personal preferences. Here are some items worth considering.
• Pad, tampon, or pantiliner. Whatever your preference, or one of each.
• Wipes. Individually packaged to prevent drying out.
• Bandages. Assorted sizes.
• Pain reliever. Aspirin or acetaminophen.
• Safety pins. For broken bra straps or busted buttons.
• Mini sewing kit. Ditto.
• Nail file. A metal one that can smooth nail edges or loosen tiny screws.
• Stain remover stick. For clothes and upholstery, because spills happen.
• Tissues. Not all bathrooms are well stocked and not all trips have convenient pit stops.
• Hand sanitizer. Choose a pocket-sized bottle or in convenient wipe form.
• Hand lotion. For dry hands and for eliminating static when lightly applied on or under clothing.
• Lip balm. Moisturize your lips and apply it to bug bites to help relieve itching.
• Hairspray. Keeps your coif in place and stops nylon runs.
• Comb or brush. Plus a bobby pin or two.
• Mouthwash or breath mint. Because brushing isn’t always practical.
• Deodorant. Armor for underarms.
• Light stick. Light up the night. Use it as a roadside beacon or for club fun.
• Money. Throw in $5, a $10 or a $20 and always have an emergency fund.
Once you’ve gathered your handpicked essentials, place them in a cute water-resistant makeup bag or pouch and tuck it neatly into your glove compartment. (Be sure to replace emergency items after using them, otherwise, what’s the point, right?)
Tips
Summer is winding down, winter ice and snow will be here before we know it. Keep this tip in mind; I know we will need it.
For icy door steps in freezing temperatures: get warm water and put Dawn dishwashing liquid in it. Pour it all over the steps. They won't refreeze.
Wrap celery in aluminum foil when putting in the refrigerator and it will keep for weeks.
When boiling corn on the cob, add a pinch of sugar to help bring out the corn's natural sweetness. This really increases the taste of corn. Only boil it for six minutes. Juicy!
Bounce fabric softner sheets repels mosquitoes. Tie a sheet of Bounce through a belt loop or in your pocket when outdoors during mosquito season.
To eliminate odors in dirty laundry. Place an individual sheet of Bounce at the bottom of a laundry bag or hamper.
To deodorize shoes or sneakers. Place a sheet of Bounce in your shoes or sneakers overnight.
I hear Golfers put a Bounce sheet in their back pocket to keep the bees away.
When you go to buy bread in the grocery store, have you ever wondered which is the freshest, so you "squeeze" for freshness softness? Did you know that bread is delivered fresh to the stores five days a week? Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Each day has a different color twist tie. They are: Monday = Blue, Tuesday = Green, Thursday = Red, Friday = White and Saturday = Yellow. So if today was Thursday, you would want red twist tie; not white which is Fridays (almost a week old)!
The colors go alphabetically by color Blue - Green - Red - White - Yellow
I thought this was a great lesson, I never heard this information, have you?
This year my computer crashed and I lost so many pictures. I don't ever want that to happen to me again. This is a great time to get those vacation pictures in hard copy. This sounds like a deal to me about .12 a print.
Blessings,
Jean
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