Confessions of a Thrifty Mama

Facebook Freebie: Infusium 23 Leave-In Treatment

2011-09-08T11:15:00.000-04:00

Go HERE to the Infusium 23 Facebook page to request a FREE sample of Infusium 23 Leave-In Treatment.

Best of Rite Aid 9/4 - 9/10

2011-09-05T09:06:00.000-04:00

New to Rite Aid? Go HERE to read my post on Rite Aid for Beginners.

REMINDERS: Make sure to watch the NEW Sept RA Video Value Ads for some great coupons (available thru 9/24). Some of the RA VV coupons mentioned are from last month which are no longer available to watch!

The Sept Single Check Rebate offers are valid 8/31 - 9/27.

Carefree Liners 2/$2, Receive $1+UP (limit 4)
-$0.50/1 Carefree 8/21 SS (regional)
-$1/2 Carefree RA VV (Aug)

(makes it $1 MM)

Fleet Twin Pack 2/$3, Receive $2+UP (limit 1)

(makes it $0.50 each)

got2b Stylers or Renpure $5.99, Receive $2+UP (limit 2)
-$2/1 got2b (All You Sept)

(makes it as low as $1.99)

Crest/Oral-b Dental $3.99, Receive $3+UP (limit 1)
-$1/1 Crest 8/28 PG
-$1/1 Oral-b 8/28 PG

(makes it FREE)

Renu Sensitive $8.99, Receive $7+UP (limit 1)
-$2/1 printable

(makes it FREE)

M&M's 2/$5, Receive $1+UP (limit 2)
-$1.50/2 M&M's (All You Sept)
-$1/2 M&M's 8/28 RP
-$1 M&M's RA VV (Sept)

(makes it as low as $0.75 each)

Consignment Shop Fun

2011-09-04T14:28:00.001-04:00

I made my very first (children's) consignment shop trip this weekend - yes, I'm a consignment shop NEWBIE! The store emailed me mentioning a 20% off Labor Day Weekend Sale, so I couldn't pass it up. My little one is starting preschool so I wanted to pick up a few CHEAP fall/winter items. I went in not really knowing what to expect...while I didn't find anything in the $0.50-$1 range (LOL...wishful thinking?!), I was amazed at what they did have in-stock. They had a well-organized assortment of EUC (excelled used condition) clothing in brands such as Gymboree, GAP, Children's Place & Old Navy! Some items were even brand new with its original tags! Here's what I ended up scoring for $35 (I went $5 over my intended budget):

The majority of the items I purchased were brand new Gymboree items (2 pairs of jeans, 1 pair of corduroy pants, 1 shirt & 2 sweaters) . The cute dress is (EUC) Old Navy and the winter jacket didn't have a brand tag but looks new. All this averaged to just over $4 a piece!

If you're a newbie consignment shopper like me, here are a few tips that I found valuable:

Check to see if your local consignment shop has a website. Join their mailing list if this is an option. They will notify you about upcoming events & hopefully send you valuable coupons!
Plan Ahead - Know what you need and how much you're willing to spend.
During special events, shop early on the first day for the best selection.
Give Yourself Time: Consignment shopping takes time so give yourself ample time to browse.
Leave your kiddos home if it's an option...need I say more?
Check & compare brands because it's not always a good deal! Sometimes you can find a better deal at a regular store when they have a big clearance event. Furthermore, name brands tend to have better resale value than lesser brands.
(From personal experience) If you find something on the rack that you like, hold onto it before some else takes it. You can always put it back if you find something better.
Right before you checkout, re-evaluate all items and make sure you're within budget. You may want to also double check their return policy prior to making your purchase.

Best of CVS 9/4 - 9/10

2011-09-04T09:08:00.000-04:00

New to CVS Shopping? Go HERE to read my post on CVS for Beginners

Philips Color Tones headphones $6.99, Receive $5 ECB (limit 2)

(makes it $1.99)

Children's Place or Express Gift Card - Receive $5 ECB wyb 2 (limit 1)

Keebler Granola or Fiber Plus Bars 2/$5, Receive $2 ECB (limit 1)
-$0.75/1 Keebler Granola Bars printable

(makes it as low as $0.75 each)

Hershey's Air Delight Bar $0.99, Receive $0.99 ECB (limit 1)

(makes it FREE)

Physician's Formula - Spend $10, Receive $7 ECB (limit 1)
-TRY ME FREE rebates (must find peelie on pkg!)

(makes it as much as a $7 MM)

Carefree Body Shape Liners $1, Receive $1 ECB (limit 1)
-$0.50/1 Carefree 8/21 SS, various mags or printable

(makes it a $0.50 MM)

Skintimate Cream Shave (if included) $1.99
-$1/1 Skintimate 7/24 SS
-$1/1 Skintimate CVS printable

(makes it as low as FREE)

Target: NEW Apparel Coupons!

2011-09-04T08:52:00.000-04:00

Go HERE to print the following NEW Target Apparel coupons:

$5/1 Mossimo Apparel item
$5/1 Merona Women's Bottom
$3/1 Liz Lange Apparel item
20% off Circo Apparel item (not new but still available)

These coupons are great to use on items found in the clearance section. Usually you can snag something for super cheap or even FREE!!

Best of Walgreens 9/4 - 9/10

2011-09-03T15:35:00.000-04:00

New to Walgreens Shopping? Go HERE to read my post on Walgreens for Beginners.

Finish/Electrosol Dishwashing Tabs or jet Dry $3.99, Receive $1.50 RR
-$0.75/1 Finish 7/31 SS
-$0.65/1 Dishwasher Tabs printable
-$0.50/1 Jet Dry printable

(makes it as low as $1.74)

Mitchum Deodorant $2.99, Receive $2 RR
-$1/1 Mitchum 8/21 SS

(makes it FREE)

Suave Hair Care, Lotion, Caress Wash or Rave 2/$6, Receive $2 RR
-FREE Sauve Lotion homemailer (exp 9/4)
-$0.50/1 Suave Lotion printable
-$1/2 various Suave 8/14 RP

(makes it as low as $0.25 each)

Aussie or Herbal Essences 2/$6, Receive $2 RR
-$1/1 Aussie or HE 8/7 RP

(makes it as low as $1 each)

Crest Pro-Health Toothpaste or Oral-B Toothbrush $3.99, Receive $2 RR
-$1/1 Crest 8/28 PG
-$1/1 Oral-B 8/28 PG

(makes it as low as $0.99)

Colgate Pro-Relief $4.99, Receive $3 RR
-$1.50/1 printable

(makes it $0.49)

Neutrogena or Aveeno Shave Gel 2/$8, Recieve $4 RR
-$2/1 Aveeno printable (Recyclebank 75pts)

(makes it as low as FREE)

The Body Shop: FREE Mini Item & 10% off Your Purchase (thru 9/5)

2011-09-02T19:03:00.000-04:00

If you're planning a trip to the mall this Labor Day Weekend, you may want to print this sweet coupon for The Body Shop - Get a FREE Mini Item of choice & 10% off your purchase (vaild thru 9/5). If you prefer to shop online, use code LIKE at checkout (shipping is a flat rate of $3).

Stop & Shop 9/1 - 9/8

2011-09-02T17:57:00.000-04:00

This week's Long Island ad includes a coupon for 300 Bonus Gas Points when you spend $50.

Edy's Ice Cream $2.50
-$1/2 Edy's 6/12 SS

(makes it $2)

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal or Trix $2
-$0.50/1 printable

(makes it $1)

Old El Paso Dinner Kits $2.50
-$0.50/1 printable
(makes it $1.50)

Chef Boyardee $1
-$0.50/2 Chef Boyardee (All You Sept)

(makes it $0.50 each)

Pillsbury Brownie Mix $1.25
Pillsbury Frosting $1.67
-$0.40/1 Pillsbury Brownie Mix or Frosting 6/12 RP

(makes it as low as $0.45)

S&S Eggs $1.99
-$0.55/1 Any Eggs printable (no longer available)

(makes it $0.89)

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GM - Buy 4, Receive a FREE Milk CAT
*see ad for complete list
-$0.50/2 BC Fruit Snacks printable or 8/7 GM
-$0.75/2 Nature Valley printable or 8/7 GM
-$0.50/1 Select GM Cereal bars printable
-$0.50/1 Chex Mix printable

Deal Scenario:

4 BC Fruit Snacks $2 each

-(2)$0.50/2 BC Fruit Snacks

Total = $6

Receive = FREE ($4.50) Milk CAT
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Buy 7, Receive 200 Gas Points

Deal Scenario:

1 Peter Pan PB $2 each

3 Danimals Yogurt $2 each

3 Kudos Granola Bar $2 each

-$0.50/1 Peter Pan (All You Sept)

-(3)$1/1 Danimals 8/14 SS

-(3)$0.50/1Kudos Milk Chocolate Bars printable

Total = $7

Receive = 200 Gas Points

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Buy 3, Receive 200 Gas Points

Deal Scenario:

3 Kotex Pads $3 each

-$2/2 Kotex Pads 8/7 SS

-$1/1 homemailer (came w/ sample)

Total = $6 + tax

Receive = 200 Gas Points

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Kraft - Buy $25, Receive & $7 off INSTANTLY

Deal Scenario:

2 Nabisco Handi-Snacks $2 each

8 Velveeta Skillets $2 each

5 Lunchables $1 each

-$1/2 Nabisco Cookies 8/7 SS

-(8)$1/1 Velveeta Skillets 8/21 SS

-$7 off INSTANTLY

Total = $9 + tax

$1/1 Simply OJ & $1/1 Simply Lemonade Coupon

2011-09-01T19:14:00.000-04:00

Go HERE to print a $1/1 Simply OJ & $1/1 Simply Lemonade coupon. The single serve size usually goes on sale for just $1, so FREE after coupon!

Pathmark Deals 9/2 - 9/8

2011-09-01T17:00:00.000-04:00

Fresh Express Salad $1.50 (limit 2)
-$1/1 Fresh Express homemailer (Vocalpoint)

(makes it $0.50)

Tropicana $2.50, Get FREE AC Eggs wyb 2
-$1/1 Tropicana (All You Sept)

(makes it as low as $3 for 3 items)

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ConAgra - Buy $20, Receive $5 CAT, Buy $25, Receive $7 CAT, Buy $30, Receive $10 CAT
*hopefully this works on pre-sale price!
(See ad for complete list)

Peter Pan Peanut Butter $2, Get FREE AC White Bread wyb 2
-$0.50/1 Peter Pan (All You Sept)

(makes it as low as $1 each + FREE Bread)

Chef Boyardee $1
-$0.50/2 Chef Boyardee (All You Sept)
-$1/5 Chef Boyardee 8/7 SS

(makes it as low as $0.50 each)

Hunt's Pudding $1
-$0.50/2 Hunt's Pudding (All You Sept)
-$1/4 Hunt's Pudding 8/7 SS

(makes it as low as $0.50 each)

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Land O Lakes half & Half $2.99
-$0.75/1 printable

(makes it $1.49)

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Nestle/Edy's - Spend $12, Receive $4 CAT
* hopefully this works on pre-sale price!
(see ad for complete list)

Edy's Ice Cream $1.99 (limit 1)
-$1/2 Edy's 6/12 SS

Edy's Shakes or Smoothies $1
-$1/1 printable (no longer available)

(makes it FREE)

Edy's Fruit Bars $3
-$1/1 printable (no longer available)

(makes it $2)

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Twizzlers $1.25
-$0.75/1 Twizzlers 8/7 SS (regional)

(makes it FREE)

Gulden's Mustard $1
-$0.35/1 printable

(makes it $0.30)

iTunes Gift Card - Buy $25, Receive $5 CAT

Recyclebank: Additional 10 Points + $10 BRU Gift Card for 500 Points

2011-09-01T15:35:00.000-04:00

Go HERE to the Recyclebank website and take the Hasbro Pledge to receive 10 points.

AND...Right now Recyclebank members can snag a $10 Babies R Us + an Aveeno Sample for just 500 points. To snag this freebie you'll need to scroll down on the main page and click Aveeno under "Our Featured Partners".

Thanks, Common Sense with Money

$0.50/1 Old El Paso Coupon

2011-09-01T08:45:00.000-04:00

Go HERE to print a $0.50/1 Old El Paso coupon. Pair it with a sale to get Refried Beans or a packet of seasoning for FREE!

RecycleBank: NEW Green Your School Year Challenege (Earn 110pts )

2011-09-01T08:40:00.000-04:00

Recyclebank fans, you can now score an additional 110 points! Go HERE and enter the Recyclebank "Green Your School Year" challenge. You will be redirected to a new site; proceed by clicking the "Scroll Down to Start" button and complete the pleadges & quizzes to earn up to 110 points.

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New to RecycleBank.com? Go HERE to sign up. Essentially, you get reward points for recycling and performing "GREEN ACTIONS". You can redeem those points for various prizes & high-value coupons. You can review the details of this program, HERE. There are quite a few nice rewards, so check out the site and start RECYCLING!

Facebook Freebie: Pillbury Breakfast product

2011-08-31T15:38:00.000-04:00

HURRY! Go HERE to the Pillsbury Facebook page to request a coupon for a FREE Pillsbury Breakfast product.

CardStore: FREE Birthday Card

2011-08-31T11:13:00.001-04:00

Cardstore.com is currently offering a totally FREE Birthday Card using code CSFC0811 at checkout (while supplies last). No CC info required (when you get to the payment page, just scroll down and enter the code).

Thanks, Hip 2 Save

Mailbox Freebies

2011-08-31T10:43:00.000-04:00

Woohoo! I got my freebies from the Cheer Dig It & Get It promotion (hat, ON boxers & tank dress). They came in a cute package with a free sample of Cheer detergent & $1 coupon! LOVE IT!!!

PS - Today (8/31) is the last day for the Cheer Dig It & Get It promotion.

Best of CVS 8/28 - 9/3

2011-08-30T16:10:00.000-04:00

New to CVS Shopping? Go HERE to read my post on CVS for Beginners

Dawn Hand Renewal Dish Soap $0.99
-$1/1 Dawn hand Renewal 8/28 PG

(makes it FREE)

oral-B Floss $1.99, Receive $1 ECB (limit 2)
-$1/1 oral-B Floss 8/28 PG

(makes it FREE)

Visine B1G1 50% off
-$3/1 printable

St. Joseph Aspirin $2, Receive $2 ECB (limit 1)
-$1/1 St. Joseph 8/7 SS or All You Aug

(makes it $1 MM)

Select Crest Toothpaste $2.99, Receive $1 ECB (limit 2)
-$1/1 Crest 8/28 PG

(makes it $0.99)

GAS CARD DEAL (thru 8/31!):

(Visine based on online price)

6 Visine $4.99 & $2.50 each (BIG1 50%)

2 Dawn Hand Renewal $0.99 each

1 Tide Powder $5.94

-(6)$3/1 printable

-(2)$1/1 Hand Renewal 8/28 PG

-$2/1 Tide Powder 7/17 SS (exp 8/31)

Total = $8.39 + tax

Receive = $10 Gas Card

(makes it $1.61 MM)

Facebook Coupon: 30% off Old Navy Friends & Family (EXTENDED thru 8/31)

2011-08-30T13:35:00.000-04:00

Old Navy extended their Friends & Family discount through 8/31! Go HERE to print an Old Navy 30% off your Entire Purchase in-store coupon valid thru 8/31. This coupon can be used on clearance items (Yay!). Some exclusions apply.

You can view my trip HERE.

Best of Walgreens 8/28 - 9/3

2011-08-29T15:45:00.000-04:00

New to Walgreens Shopping? Go HERE to read my post on Walgreens for Beginners.

Crayola 24ct Crayons $1, Receive $1 RR (regional?)

(makes it FREE)

M&M's 4410, Receive $5 RR
-$1/2 M&M's 7/24 RP or 8/28 RP

(makes it as low as $0.75 each)

Planters Peanut Butter 2/$3 (must buy 2)
-$0.75/1 or $1/2 Planters PB 8/21 SS

(makes it as low as $0.75 each)

Carmex Lip Balm (Lime Twist or Vanilla) $1.50, Receive $1.50 RR
-$0.50/1 printable (no longer available)

(makes it a $0.50 MM)

Oral B Complete Toothbrush, Crest Complete Toothpaste or Floss 2/$5, Receive $3 RR
-$1/1 Oral-B 8/28 PG
-$1/1 Crest 8/28 PG

(makes it as low as FREE)

Colgate Optic White Dental Care $3.99, Receive $2 RR
-$1/1 Colgate Optic White 8/28 SS (regional)

(makes it $0.99)

Estroven $10, Receive $10 RR

(makes it FREE)

Uniball Gel Pen $0.99 (regional?)
-$0.50/1 printable

(makes it $0.49)

Mars or Dove Minis 2/$4
-$1/2 Mars 8/28 RP
-$1/2 Wags coupon (Monthly Savings Booklet)

(makes it $1 each)

Target: FREE Beauty Bag with Samples!

2011-08-29T15:05:00.000-04:00

Go HERE to the Target website to request a FREE Beauty Bag filled with samples & possibly some great coupons.

I'm Back Online!

2011-08-29T14:39:00.000-04:00

The power to my house has finally been restored. I hope everyone on the East Coast stayed safe during the hurricane. I'll be playing catch-up over the next few days!

Stop & Shop 8/26 - 9/1

2011-08-26T19:37:00.000-04:00

Nestle Pure Life Water 24pk $3.77
-$1/2 Pure Life 7/31 RP

(makes it $3.27 each)

Heluva Good Dip $2
-$0.50/1 printable

(makes it $1)

Odwalla Bar $1
-$0.35/1 Odwalla (All You June)

(makes it $0.30 each)

Hormel Compleats $1.67
-$0.55/1 Compleats 8/7 SS

(makes it $0.57)

Old El Paso Shells $1.67
-$0.50/1 printable (no longer available)

(makes it $0.67)

Stonyfield Yogurt Cups $0.75
-$0.50/3 printable

(makes it $0.42)

Pillsbury Grands Biscuits $1.67
-$0.30/2 printable

(makes it $1.37 each)

iTunes - Buy $25, Receive $5 CAT

Chef Boyardee $1
-0.50/2 Chef Boyardee (All You Sept)

(makes it $0.50 each)

Buy $15, Receive $4 off INSTANTLY & Give 8 meals to families in need

Hellmann's Mayo $2.99
-$0.40/2 Hellmann's 7/31 RP

(makes it $2.59 each)

Wish-Bone Dressing $2
-$1/2 Wish-Bone 7/31 RP

(makes it $1.50 each)

Skippy $3.99
-$1/2 Skippy 7/ 31 RP

(makes it $3.49 each)

Breyers $3
-$0.75/1 printable (no longer available)

(makes it $1.50)

Ragu $2.50
-$0.40/2 Ragu 7/31 RP

(makes it $2.10 each)

Lipton $3.50
-$0.60/2 Lipton 7/31 RP

(makes it $2.90)

Suave Hair Care $2
-$0.50/2 printable

(makes it $1.50 each)

Suave Lotion $2
-$0.50/1 printable

(makes it $1)

Suave Deodorant $2
-$0.75/1 Suave Deodorant 8/14 RP

(makes it $0.50 each)

Facebook Coupon: 30% off Old Navy Friends & Family (UPDATED w/ my shopping trip)

2011-08-26T18:32:00.001-04:00

Go HERE to print an Old Navy 30% off your Entire Purchase in-store coupon valid thru 8/28. This coupon can be used on clearance items (Yay!). Some exclusions apply.

~~PS - I'll post my shopping trip shortly :)~~

Here's what I got today with the coupon:

I love the clearance section!! Most items are for my daughter's summer wardrobe for next year (cost: $0.33 - $4.19 each). I did however pickup a fall dress ($7 splurge) & Book Bag ($3.49). I bought a total of 10 items for $29.28 + tax!

Pathmark Deals 8/26 - 9/1

2011-08-25T17:15:00.000-04:00

This week there's a 5% off ($30+ order) Customer Appreciation Day coupon in the ad; valid 8/26 ONLY!

Eggo Waffles $1.67
-$1/2 Eggo 8/7 RP

(makes it $1.17 each)

Turkey Hill Ice Cream $1.99
-$1/1 Turkey Hill (Parenting Aug, Shape June + other mags)

(makes it $0.99)

Mott's Apple Juice $2.49
-$0.55/1 Mott's for Tots homemailer (Vocalpoint)

(makes it $1.39)

Select Kashi Products $2.99
-$2/1 printable (Recyclebank - 75 pts)

(makes it $0.99)

Planters Peanut Butter $1.50
-$0.75/1 or $1/2 Planters PB 8/21 SS (regional)

(makes it as low as FREE)

Stonyfield Oikos Yogurt $1
-$0.50/2 printable

(makes it $0.50 each)

Coffee-Mate Creamer $1.67
-$1/1 Coffee-Mate Bliss printable (if included)

(makes it $0.67)

Stonyfield Kids Yogurt $2.99
-$1/1 Stonyfield Squeezers printable

(makes it $1.99)

Smart Balance Eggs $2.50
-$0.75/1 printable

(makes it $1)

Chef Boyardee $1
-$0.50/2 Chef Boyardee (All You Sept)

(makes it $0.50 each)

Scotties Tissue $1
-$1/1 printable (no longer available)

(makes it FREE)

FREE Sample - Crest Complete Sample Pack

2011-08-24T20:42:00.000-04:00

Go HERE to request a FREE Crest Complete Sample Pack.