Coupons & Craziness (Old Version)

Changes

2009-06-24T17:26:00.000-07:00

As you can see, I changed the name of my blog from http://sweetpea101506.blogspot.com/ to http://www.coupons-and-craziness.blogspot.com/. I will no longer be edited this page, so please visit me at the new location for updates. I also changed all the "Quick Links" on the side of this page to the new site as well. Sorry for any confusion, and thanks for visiting!

Coupon Swap #3

2009-06-23T10:36:00.000-07:00

Well, tonight is coupon swap #3 for me. I'll be back on later tonight to post some details of the results! I can't wait!

Free Redbox Codes

2009-06-23T01:11:00.000-07:00

Enjoy a FREE One Night DVD Rental on Redbox!
Your promo code is: RBXTHXU6
Valid: 6/22/09 to 6/23/09

Text FIT to 414141, and Redbox will send you a text message with a promotional code good for one free night’s rental.

Valid: Until 08/31/09.

Other codes: BREAKROOM and DVDONME

Please note: All codes are one time use per credit card unless stated.

Free Samples

2009-06-23T01:07:00.000-07:00

Carefree Ultra Protection Liners and Stayfree Ultra Thin Pads

Nicoderm CQ Patch

Playtex Gentle Glide

Prilosec OTC

Aveeno Nourish Hair Care

Kotex Overnight

Juicy Juice Water Bottle or Sippy Cup

Potty Training Success DVD

Huggies Pure & Natural Diapers

Free Chocolate Every Friday from Mars Chocolate

DiGiorno Flatbread

Tide Total Care

Head & Shoulders

Nexcare "Give" Bandaids

Precious Places DVD

Dove Hair Care

Blog Exchange

2009-06-23T00:29:00.000-07:00

I am starting a Blog Exchange on my blog. If you would like to be a part of this exchange, please email me at coupons_and_craziness@yahoo.com with your button and website address (or just your website address if you do not have a button). Please put "Blog Exchange" in the title or subject of the email. For this exchange to occur, you must put my button (located on the right hand side of this blog) somewhere visible on your blog, and I will do the same. If at any time my button is taken off of your blog, your button/link will be removed from mine. Thanks!

Terms Used Here

2009-06-22T22:43:00.000-07:00

I've had a few questions regarding some terms that I use on this blog. Hopefully this will clear a few things up.

$1/1-$1 off one item
$1/2-$1 off two items
BOGO-Buy one, get one free
Bricks-Type of Printable Coupon
CRT-Cash Register Tape
ECB-Extra Care Buck(CVS)
FAR-For A Rebate
GC-Gift Card
GM-General Mills
IP-Internet Printable Coupon
KWIM?-Know what I mean?
MIR-Mail in rebate
MQ-Manufacturer's coupon
OOP-Out of pocket
P&G-Procter & Gamble
Q-Coupon
RA-Rite Aid
RP-Red Plum
RR-Register Reward (Walgreens)
SC or SQ-Store coupon
SCR-Single Check Rebate (Rite Aid)
SS-Smart Source
TQ-Target Coupon
WAGS-Walgreens
WYB-When You Buy

Chuck E. Cheese, thank you!

2009-06-18T18:28:00.000-07:00

My mother came over earlier to pick my 2 year old daughter up to take her to Chuck E. Cheese. Well, she's just like me and is a complete klutz. She walked right into something and has a black eye now. My mom didn't complain because it was my daughter's fault, but did fill out an incident report. The manager gave her a teddy bear, a ticket worth 100 tickets, and about 50 tokens. I'm very happy to see how Chuck E. Cheese handled this, even though it was my daughter's fault. We always liked going there, and I'm happy to go there again now.

I always like to see how associates are with children, and I've only had a few bad experiences with that. I was watched a child flip out of the cart and the manager started screaming at the mother for not being more careful, all while this child is bleeding and screaming/crying.

Should I write an email or call the manager at the store to say that I was happy how this was handled and thanks??

MM Deal at CVS

2009-06-17T20:53:00.000-07:00

This week at CVS, there is a deal going on where you buy 2 sunglasses and you receive a $10 ECB back. Well, it seems like the trial sized gods did it for us again. If you buy 2 of the Lens Cleaning Tissues at 99¢ each, it also triggers the ECB, making it an $8 MM. The UPC is 8 83019 00550 7. Here's a picture:

3 Stores in 3 days... and still looking for more!

2009-06-07T22:38:00.000-07:00

*33 Glade Tin Candles $1.67
-31 $1.50 MQ's (found inside the tin)
-2 $2/1 MQ's adjusted to $1.67 (from SC Johnson coupon booklet)

*14 Hefty OneZip Travel Packs $0.97
-14 $0.97 MQ's (these were adjusted, and they ended up giving me an extra as I look at it now)

*20 Bliss Chocolate Bars $0.99 (I used them on the Saturday, the last day to use them)
-20 $0.99 TQ's (self-adjusted)

*2 Glade Plug-in Warmers $1.99
-2 FREE MQ's (from SC Johnson coupon booklet)

*5 Glade Refills $2.89
-5 MQ's for a free refill WYB Glade Tin Candles (from April All You magazine)

*3 Trial Size Hello Kitty Band-aids $0.99
-3 $1/1 MQ's (cashier didn't adjust these)

*1 Trial Size St. Ives $0.97
-$1.50/1 MQ adjusted to $0.97

*4 Minute Maid 10 pack juice box $0.69

*1 Market Pantry 8 pack juice box $0.59

*1 large package of Balloons (needed for birthday party) $4.99

After Q's and taxes: $21.99 ($8.39 was tax)
Total Saved: $150.15

I'm still looking for more of those Glade tin candles, they are amazing!!! They are on a temporary price cut through June 22nd for $1.67, and have $1.50/1 coupons right inside the lid! Oh and a little FYI on the juice boxes, because I did not type the prices wrong. Every once in a while, Target screws up. We all do. Well, these packages are supposed to be at the food counter sold individually, not on the shelves. So, you are charged the price of one instead. And don't worry, I've spoke to both corporate and a few different managers about this. If you find one, you get to buy it for the price it rings up (either $0.59 for the MP or $0.69 for the MM)! Happy shopping!!

Coupon Insert Schedule

2009-05-22T22:40:00.000-07:00

2009 Coupon Insert Schedule

Just remember, around holidays there usually isn't inserts. Make sure you check your paper in the store before purchasing to make sure you are getting all the inserts you are supposed to get. Also, P&G usually comes on on the first Sunday of each month.

January 4, 2009: 2 SS & 2 RP
January 11, 2009: SS & RP
January 18, 2009: SS & RP
January 25, 2009: SS & RP
February 1, 2009: SS, RP & P&G
February 8, 2009: SS & RP
February 15, 2009: No Inserts - Valentine's Day
February 22, 2009: SS & RP
March 1, 2009: SS, RP & P&G
March 8, 2009: SS & RP
March 15, 2009: SS & RP
March 22, 2009: SS
March 29, 2009: SS & RP
April 5, 2009: 2 SS, RP & P&G
April 5, 2009: SS & RP
April 12, 2009: No Inserts - Easter
April 19, 2009: SS & RP
April 26, 2009: SS & RP
May 3, 2009: SS & RP
May 10, 2009: SS & RP
May 17, 2009: 2 SS, RP
May 24, 2009: No Inserts - Memorial Day
May 31, 2009: SS & RP
June 7, 2009: SS, RP & P&G
June 14, 2009: SS
June 21, 2009: SS & RP
June 28, 2009: SS & RP
July 5, 2009: No Inserts - 4th of July (possible P&G)
July 12, 2009: SS & RP
July 19, 2009: SS
July 26, 2009: SS & RP
August 2, 2009: SS, RP & P&G
August 9, 2009: SS & RP
August 16, 2009: SS & RP
August 23, 2009: SS & RP
August 30, 2009: SS & RP
September 6, 2009: No Inserts - Labor Day
September 13, 2009: SS & 2 RP
September 20, 2009: SS & RP
September 27, 2009: SS & RP
October 4, 2009: SS, RP & P&G
October 11, 2009: SS & RP
October 18, 2009: SS & RP
October 25, 2009: SS & RP
November 1, 2009: SS, RP & P&G
November 8, 2009: SS & RP
November 15, 2009: SS & RP
November 22, 2009: SS
November 29, 2009: No Inserts - Thanksgiving
December 6, 2009: SS, RP & P&G
December 13, 2009: SS & RP
December 20, 2009: No Inserts - Christmas
December 27, 2009: No Inserts - New Years

Huggies Rewards

2009-05-22T22:04:00.000-07:00

Huggies decided that they want to compete with Pampers and started a rewards program: Enjoy the Rewards. You'll accumulate points by signing up, entering codes, answering polls, watching online videos, and browsing websites. They don't have much as far as redeeming them goes, but I do already have over 100 points and this program is only about a month old. Here's some points to jump start you:

1 pt.

DRRLN-QJSRH-KWPGB
FFQLB-PSQMP-ZCPGB
GMHPR-XCQWL-FRPGB
JFBLF-MCMCZ-GCPGB
HNCXQ-JJMCJ-FCPGB
HPDTG-XHMGX-BWPGB
PXGDB-WGHLZ-FGPGB
QSHCR-CHRND-ZJPGB
RPLSZ-BRLDD-RTPGB
SQJTJ-NJBXK-CMPGB
RRPXJ-PSDRZ-PGPGB
XGQTZ-JNLGX-SLPGB
BBWBH-SDHFQ-CJPGB
BBMRG-BFQGS-FBPGB

2 pts.

WPBXZ-RDDNS-PPPGB
RZMRR-QFZNP-WGPGB

5 pts.

QKKZJ-MTZRZ-HPPGB
TKHNF-RLPLS-TRPGB (also gives you a link to a bricks Q for $2 off any Little Snugglers or Little Movers diapers product)
BBRJH-WHDPT-JZPGB
BGZQZ-JCXFC-HZPGB
JXBQX-LWHPP-HPPGB
LNXBX-DXTSH-BSPGB
RSZNG-TJNPH-DHPGB
STLPM-MBQPZ-RLPGB
TXZKZ-JNRJQ-DDPGB
XXDZB-QBPHH-GLPGB
ZKZTH-XSJJN-MHPGB
ZQQGS-FLRLM-XBPGB
KDBDC-NJGCF-SLPGB

K'ching!

2009-05-15T21:08:00.000-07:00

Kmart has a new rewards program!!! It might not be in your area just yet, but it will be soon, and you can sign up online! Here's the info about it:

K'Ching

Kmart Smart Rewards members get perks!

* Get 1% in rewards on qualifying purchases*
* Take part in Kmart K'Ching Surprises, a chance to win prizes at checkout
* Receive 10% in rewards on Cosmetics, Skin Care and Sun Care products*
* Get bonus rewards on your favorite products and brands customized to
the way you shop
* Receive expedited shipping at the same cost as standard shipping when you
shop at kmart.com**
* Hassle-free returns
* Enjoy in-store events, discounts and promotions exclusive to K'Ching cardholders

Visit Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and Terms and Conditions for complete program details.

* Rewards are accrued on qualifying purchases and will be issued as Reward Certificates on a quarterly basis in values of $3.00 and up. Some exclusions apply for Rewards and Reward Certificates, such as sales tax, service fees, prescriptions, lottery tickets, eatery, licenses, concessions, tobacco, alcohol, firearms, gift cards, postage, utility payments, gasoline, Western Union, prior layaway purchases, Olan Mills, charges for installation, delivery, extended warranties, protection agreements, and Kmart auctions on eBay. In addition, Reward Certificates are not valid on kmart.com purchases and Sears merchandise rung on Sears registers in Kmart including but not limited to Sears Home Appliances and Electronics, Sears Auto Centers and Sears Hearing Aids.
** If a valid Kmart Smart Rewards member number is entered on kmart.com, then the order will be upgraded from standard to expedited shipping for the non-promotional price of standard shipping. If an order qualifies for a promotion on standard shipping, it is the member's responsibility to select "standard" as the shipping method during checkout to receive the shipping promotion.

Get a chance to win a Kmart K'Ching Surprise when you check out at a participating Kmart store. You could win prizes such as Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, SoBe lifewater, $3, $5, $10 and $50 Kmart gift rewards or one of two grand prize $7,000 Kenmore home appliance packages. Each time your card is scanned at the register, check your receipt to see if you've won a Kmart K'Ching prize from one of our sponsors!

How Kmart Smart Rewards Works

*What is Kmart Smart Rewards?
Kmart Smart Rewards is a program designed to provide rewards and benefits to our loyal customers. Members get savings and discounts when they shop at participating Kmart stores or kmart.com.

*What do I get as a member of Kmart Smart Rewards?
As a Kmart Smart Rewards member, you will earn a minimum of 1% back on your purchases, 10% on cosmetics, skin and sun care, at participating Kmart stores and kmart.com in the form of Rewards and you may receive special bonus offers on your receipts when you check out. Each time you scan your membership card at checkout in a participating store, you could qualify for a Kmart K'Ching Surprise special offer! As a member, you can make hassle-free returns and you will also receive expedited shipping on kmart.com for the cost of standard shipping. Check out the Program Details page of this website to see a full list of member benefits, including email and website offers.

*Will I need to carry a Kmart Smart Rewards card or tell the Sales Associate I am a member?
To get the most out of the Kmart Smart Rewards program, present your Kmart Smart Rewards card to the Sales Associate each time you shop a participating store, or enter your member number (found on the back of your Kmart Smart Rewards card) in your profile, or at check-out when you shop at kmart.com. If you've forgotten your Kmart Smart Rewards card, the Sales Associate can usually look up your number for you using your phone number if you provided it during enrollment or updated it on the My Information page on this website.

*Can I use my Kmart Smart Rewards card at any Kmart store?
You can use your card to earn Kmart Smart Rewards and receive program benefits only at participating stores. At this time, participating stores are located in the following cities and surrounding areas: Atlanta, GA; Buffalo, NY; Grand Rapids, MI; Bakersfield, CA; and Louisville, KY.

*Can I use my Kmart Smart Rewards card at Sears?
Although Sears and Kmart are part of the same company, your Kmart Smart Rewards card is only accepted at participating Kmart stores and on kmart.com.

*Do all my purchases count toward my rewards?
Most items count toward rewards. The following purchases are excluded: prescriptions, lottery tickets, eatery, licenses, concessions, tobacco, alcohol, firearms, gift cards, postage, utility payments, gasoline, Western Union, prior layaway purchases, Olan Mills, charges for installation, delivery, extended warranties, protection agreements, and Kmart auctions on eBay .

*What are the terms and conditions of the Kmart Smart Rewards program?
Terms and Conditions can be found using the link at the bottom of this page.

*How can I check to see if I have any offers or rewards?
To check your offers and rewards you can visit the Offers page of this website, or you can call (800) 991-8708. This website address and the customer service phonenumber are on the back of your Kmart Smart Rewards card for your convenience.

*Can I use my Kmart Smart Rewards card when I shop at kmart.com?
Yes, you can participate in the Kmart Smart Rewards program when you shop at kmart.com; just be sure to enter your member number in your kmart.com profile or at check-out.

Kmart Smart Rewards Program Benefits

*How does the earning toward Reward Certificates work?
Each time that you make a qualifying purchase at a participating Kmart store, you will earn at least 1% in rewards. Cosmetics, skin and sun care will earn 10% and certain purchases will earn even more. One week after the end of each calendar quarter, Reward Certificates will be automatically printed at the register when you use your Kmart Smart Rewards card while making a purchase at a participating store, if you have earned at least $3.00 in rewards. When you haven't accumulated enough rewards to receive at least a $3.00 Reward Certificate, your rewards will roll into the next quarter. See Terms and Conditions for complete details.

*How will I receive Reward Certificates?
Reward Certificates will be printed automatically the first time you scan your Kmart Smart Rewards card and make a purchase at a participating store approximately one week after the end of each calendar quarter. The Certificate prints so that you can save it for your next visit to Kmart. Reward Certificates will be issued as long as you've earned at least $3.00 in rewards.

*How can I check my Kmart Smart Rewards account to see how close I am to a reward?
Once you've created an online account and logged in to this site, you can view your account information and see your statement within the Rewards Activity section. Or you can call (800) 991-8708.

*My statement is showing that I've accrued a certain amount of rewards, but I know I've spent more than that. What happened?
It can take up to 48 hours for your rewards to show online and one week after the end of the quarter to print your Reward Certificate out at the register. Your rewards are being tabulated as long as you are using your Kmart Smart Rewards card each time you shop at a participating store. If you have receipts that are not reflected in your Reward Activity pages on the member site, call customer service at (800) 991-8708.

*My statement is showing that I've earned a Reward Certificate for this quarter. How do I get my Reward Certificate?
Approximately one week after the end of each calendar quarter, a Reward Certificate will be printed automatically the first time you scan your Kmart Smart Rewards card and make a purchase at a participating store. It will be available to use for your next purchase so keep it in a safe place. Reward Certificates will be issued as long as you've earned at least $3.00 in rewards.

*When I get a Reward Certificate, how long is it good for?
Reward Certificates expire 60 days from the date they are printed for you at the store. You will see the expiration date on the Certificate, so be sure to use it by that date.

*What special offers and deals can I get as a member of Kmart Smart Rewards?
The Kmart Smart Rewards program is designed to give you offers that are tailored to you. In addition to the Reward Certificates that you can earn, we will send you offers that match your shopping preferences.

*How do I get my special offers?
Each time you make a purchase scanning your Kmart Smart Rewards card at a participating store, you could receive a special offer or discount that will print on your receipt. In addition, you could receive offers by email, and could find even more offers by logging into this website.

*When I get an offer, how do I use it?
Terms and conditions will print on each offer to indicate how and where it can be used.

*Can I use my offers and Reward Certificates with other discounts and specials from Kmart?
Some offers can be combined, and some cannot. Each offer and Reward Certificates' terms and conditions will specify whether it can be combined with other offers.

*Can I give my offers and rewards to someone else to use?
Rewards and offers are based on your purchases and they can be redeemed only by you. Please encourage your friends and family in a participating store area to enroll in the program, too.

*Can I use multiple Reward Certificates at once?
Please review the Reward Certificate's terms and condition that specify whether it can be combined with other Reward Certificates.

*How long are my special offers good for?
Each offer and Reward Certificate that you receive will have a unique expiration date printed on it.

*Can I redeem my Reward Certificates at any Kmart store? At kmart.com?
At this time, Reward Certificates can only be redeemed at participating Kmart stores.

*I received a Reward Certificate or special offer, but I lost it. Can I get it replaced?
Unfortunately, if an offer or Reward Certificate is lost, we cannot replace it.

*My friend got a special offer and I didn't. How do I get that offer?
The Kmart Smart Rewards program is designed to provide special offers to members based on their shopping history and preferences. In addition to earning rewards, you will have the opportunity to earn bonus rewards and participate in special promotions. Make sure that you use your Kmart Smart Rewards card each time you shop at a participating store and visit the Offers page to receive the most benefits.

*What kinds of prizes can I get by scanning my Kmart Smart Rewards card?
With Kmart K'Ching Surprises, we will offer a range of prizes of differing values — from a coupon to use on your next visit, to free flavored water or candy, or a gift reward from $3 to $50, to valuable merchandise like one of two $7000 appliance makeovers. No purchase is necessary to play or to win.

*Do I have to make a purchase to participate in Kmart K'Ching Surprises?
No purchase is necessary. Mail-in entries will also be accepted. You can hand print your name, address, day and evening phone numbers, email address, Kmart Smart Rewards card number, and age on a 3" x 5" piece of paper and mail it with proper postage to "Kmart Scan & Win," c/o ePrize, LLC, P.O. Box 3756, Grand Rapids, MI 49501-3756. You will receive one (1) entry into the mail-in entry prize pool for the Entry Period corresponding with the date your entry is postmarked. Limit: One (1) entry per stamped envelope, per day. All mail-in entries must be handwritten. All mail-in entries must be postmarked by July 6, 2009 and received by July 13, 2009.

Joining Kmart Smart Rewards

*How do I enroll in Kmart Smart Rewards?
There are two ways to enroll. You can click Join Now and fill out the membership form. Be sure to include your phone number so that you can give this to the sales associates at participating Kmart stores for your member number lookup so that you can earn rewards while you wait the 2-4 weeks for your Kmart Smart Rewards card to arrive. You can also enroll by asking a sales associate at a participating Kmart store for a Kmart Smart Rewards enrollment brochure. It takes just a few minutes to sign up and you can start earning right away. At this time, participating stores are located in the following cities and surrounding areas: Atlanta, GA; Buffalo, NY; Grand Rapids, MI; Bakersfield, CA; and Louisville, KY. Check with your local Kmart store to see if it is participating.

*What information do I have to provide to sign up?
Your name, address, and date of birth are required. To get the most out of Kmart Smart Rewards, you should also provide your email address to receive special offers and program information and your phone number for lookup to earn rewards if you forget your member card.

*Can I add family members to my Kmart Smart Rewards account?
Cards cannot be shared and earning of benefits cannot be combined, but Kmart Smart Rewards is open to anyone over age 18. To ensure that your friends and family members will be eligible to receive great offers from Kmart, encourage them to visit a participating Kmart Store to sign up. Each unique Kmart Smart Rewards number will earn its own rewards.

*Why do I need to create an account on this website?
You can still earn rewards and offers without creating an account, but this member-only website is your key to getting the most out of the Kmart Smart Rewards program. Once you create an account, you'll be able to track your rewards earning progress, and will have access to all the latest offers and information exclusively for our Kmart Smart Rewards members!

*Why do I need to create a password to set up an account on this website?
Because some of the information on the Kmart Smart Rewards website is unique to each member, we use passwords so that only you can view your account information.

My Information

*How will you use my email address and phone number?
Your email address will be used to keep you informed about the latest offers and benefits of Kmart Smart Rewards. If we have your phone number, we can look up your member number at the store in case you forget your Kmart Smart Rewards card. Your phone number and email address will never be sold or shared with an outside party. For more information, see our Privacy Policy.

*You asked me to provide an email address, and I'm wondering how many and what kind of emails you will be sending me?
We will be sending you periodic emails with information about the Kmart Smart Rewards program and special offers. For more information, see our Privacy Policy.

*How will you use the information about my purchases?
The Kmart Smart Rewards program is designed so that you receive offers that are tailored to you. Based on your purchases, we will send you offers that match your shopping preferences. For more information, see our Privacy Policy.

*How do I change my email subscription status?
Please contact Kmart Smart Rewards customer service at (800) 991-8708.

*How do I stop receiving communications about Kmart Smart Rewards?
Please contact Kmart Smart Rewards customer service at (800) 991-8708.

*I asked to stop receiving communications about Kmart Smart Rewards, but now I want to start receiving them again. What do I do?
Please contact Kmart Smart Rewards customer service at (800) 991-8708.

Member Services

*I was at a Kmart store and they would not accept my Rewards Certificate or special offer coupon. What should I do?
Only participating stores can accept your Kmart Smart Rewards coupons and Reward Certificates, and each coupon has an expiration date. If you need more information, please call Kmart Smart Rewards customer service at (800) 991-8708.

*I have a Reward Certificate or special offer that is expired or will expire soon but I want to use it on a purchase. Can you extend it or re-issue it?
Once an offer is expired it cannot be extended. Although you may not be able to use this offer, be sure to check your offers once you have logged in to this website, and to check your receipt on your next purchase for more great offers from Kmart.

*My child tried to use a coupon that I got for a free product, but the store would not take it.
Kmart Smart Rewards is open to those over the age of 18 and certain offers are only open to program participants and members and are not transferable, so be sure that only you present your card and offers.

*If I forget my Kmart Smart Rewards card when I shop at Kmart, can a Sales Associate look up my member number?
Yes. If you provided your phone number when you signed up, your Sales Associate can look up your Kmart Smart Rewards member number using the phone number you registered with when shopping at participating Kmart stores.

*I want to order something online but forgot my member number. Where can I find it?
Your member number is on the back of your Kmart Smart Rewards card. Alternatively, once you've set up an online account on this website, you can login and view your account information, where you will find your member number.

*I lost my Kmart Smart Rewards card. What do I do?
Please contact Kmart Smart Rewards customer service at (800) 991-8708.

*I forgot my password. What do I do?
On the login screen, click Forgot Password; we will then email you a new temporary password for you to use. Be sure to change it right away to a password you will remember.

*I forgot which email address I used to create my online account. What do I do?
Please contact Kmart Smart Rewards Customer Service at (800) 991-8708.

*I share an email address with my spouse/partner and the system will not let us both register. What do I do?
The Kmart Smart Rewards member website is designed to allow only one user per email address. If you want your own account on the site you will need to use a separate email address.

3 stores, 3 amazing trips!!

2009-05-15T20:07:00.000-07:00

First on my list of the day was Kmart. I was there the other day and saw some Scotch pop-up tapes on clearance for $0.49 each. I remembered seeing a $0.75/1 printable coupon out there so immediately came home to print them, but wasn't able to go back to the store that day. So today I stopped there first. This is how I did:

3 rolls of Scotch Tape (clearanced to $1 each)
19 Scotch pop-up tapes (clearanced to $0.49 each)
-1 $1.50/3 rolls of Scotch tape Q
-12 $0.75/1 Scotch pop-up tape Q's
Subtotal: $10.81 before coupons
Total after coupons and tax: $2.88 (tax was $1.05)

They couldn't figure out how to mark the pop-up tape coupons down so instead they took them at face value and got as close to the amount as possible without going over. Plus, I got a $3 off any purchase coupon for scanning my K'ching card (their new rewards card) so a MM!!!! If anyone knows of any coupons on the Scotch pop-up tape refills, let me know as they were clearanced to $0.59 each. Also, the Scotch contour tape was clearanced for $0.64, I'd love if someone knew about some coupons on these too *hint hint*

Next on my list for the day was Walgreens. I had well over $250 in RR's to spend because of the Bayer contour meters deal this month, and they expired today so I had to use them up. I didn't buy a lot of deals, but instead spent it on things we usually don't get with coupons. Here's how I did:

1 Kodak Digital Camera $99.99
5 Tuf Paper Towels $0.89 each (on sale with in-ad Q for $0.59 each)
2 Slim Jim $1.39 each (hubby came, and so did the kids)
1 Plastic Food Storage Containers 20 pack $5.00
1 6 pack of raisins $1.00
3 York Peppermint patties $0.69 each (on sale for 3/$2.00)
6 Kraft Mac n Cheese crackers $0.59 each (on sale for 2/$1.00)
2 Walgreens paper plates $1.79 each (on sale 2/$3.00)
1 Andes Mints (my favorite!!!) $2.29
10 Ramen Noodle Soup (great fillers!) $0.29 each (on sale for 4/$1.00, 2 rang up $0.29)
1 Cake Pan $6.49
1 Party cups $1.99
2 Kodak Disposable Cameras $7.99 (on sale for $4.99)
2 Neosporin 0.5 oz $5.99 each (gave $4.00 RR)
2 Crystal Light $2.99 (on sale 2/$5.00)
2 Cars for the kids $0.69 each (on sale 2/$1.00)
1 Hawaiian Tropic 50 SPF (we're very fair) $10.99
1 Graphic T-shirt for hubby $7.99 (I don't know why he wanted this)
1 Headphones $7.99
1 Tote bag $5.00
4 Charmin 12 packs clearanced to $5.89
1 Plastic silverware $2.00
5 packs of Pepsi $3.00 (on sale for 5/$12.00 with in-ad Q)
-49 $5 RR's from Bayer deal
-2 $1 Charmin Q's
-2 $1 Neosporin Q's
-1 $2.00 Hawaiian Tropic Q
Subtotal: $292.07 before coupons and sales
Total after coupons and tax: $21.59 ($19.04 was tax) and rec'd a $4 RR for the Neosporin

Some of the items are for trains/exchanges and some are for Jayden's birthday party in 3 weeks.

Next on my list is a local grocery store called Jubilee. This week Duncan Hines brownie mixes are on sale for $0.79 each.

11 boxes of Duncan Hines Brownies $0.79 each
-11 $0.35/1 Duncan Hines Brownies (doubled to $0.70)
Subtotal: $8.69 before coupons
Total after coupons and tax (well in this case no tax): $0.99!!!

So, all in all, I spent $25.46 OOP and saved $464.23 today, plus I have $3 towards Kmart and $4 towards Walgreens! I'll be making some of those $0.09 brownies in the pan that I bought at Walgreens in a few minutes and then relaxing!

Coupon Swap Part II

2009-05-06T23:19:00.000-07:00

I told you it was coming up and here it is! We had our coupon swap on Tuesday evening at a local mall. It was tons of fun! And yes, they even put a crown and a tiara on the "coupon queen" (yours truly). I'm only posting the one picture because I don't want any issues with anyone because they didn't want their pictures on the internet. Mostly everyone's heads are turned and you really can't see the others who aren't, other than me. Sorry guys, just trying to cover my tush here. I also got word that there will be another one coming up soon, so look for that post in the near future as well! :)

Zoo Trip

2009-04-29T17:49:00.000-07:00

Sorry that it took me a few extra days to post this, but it's been hectic. Here's pictures from our zoo trip on Sunday. Lexi loved it, especially the elephants, those are her favorite. We'll definitely be buying a membership, and you sure as heck know that I had coupons for admission, and for the membership LOL

Here's the elephants that Lexi loved so much!

Too bad we couldn't pet them. Maybe we'll go to the circus sometime soon so she can pet them.

I was so scared that this polar bear would fall into the ditch they have to prevent the animals from escaping. His paws were curling on the edge, it was very nerve-wrecking.

Note: No, the polar bear isn't hurt/dead, he's sleeping. It was a very hot day so I don't blame him.

She wasn't so excited about the rhinoceros though.

She loved the train with daddy!

These were the deer and peacocks. Yes, they keep them in the same cage apparently. We also saw some of Santa's reindeer a little later on the trip.

This is the baby leopard, she was so pretty. She kept pacing around her cage.

Turtles, fish, and crocodiles... Oh my! There were a couple red-ish, pink birds, but I can't remember their names.

This is also part of the Zoo's newest exhibit, Rainforest Falls. It was so beautiful, so really humid, and you couldn't bring in strollers. :(

Mommy, Jayden and Lexi. Jayden was amazed by the water.

March for Babies Walk

2009-04-27T09:03:00.000-07:00

Well, the March for Babies walk went great! Here's some pictures (my hubby is in blue, I'm in white, he's pushing the double stroller) :

We're up under the bridge in this next one:

We were with our Momlikeme team the whole time, which included 2 single strollers, a double stroller, and a triple stroller! The mom pushing the triple stroller was amazing! Didn't need help at all!

I'll be back later on to post about our zoo trip after the walk! Lexi loved it!!

GDA: Clorox Wipes at Target

2009-04-24T19:32:00.000-07:00

Clorox wipes are $2.54 at my Target, go to http://www.cloroxclassrooms.com/ for a B2G1 MQ (print twice) and on the Target Coupon Database, there are $1/1 TQ. YMMV, but I was able to use 3 TQ with 1 MQ and get all 3 for $2.08!

Tops Supermarkets Amazing Shopping Trip!!

2009-04-24T19:25:00.000-07:00

So I went to 2 different locations and I'm sooo glad I did! I originally went into the stores looking for the 6 pk. of Aquafina Flavorsplash that is on sale for $2 this weekend and came out with 119 items for less than $94!!!

Between the 2 stores I got:

32 6-packs of Aquafina Flavorsplash $3.79 originally
79 cans of Juicy Juice on clearance $2.45 originally
5 packages of Halls cough drops $1.49 originally
1 Marcal 24 pk. toilet paper $7.99 originally
2 Marcal Tissues $1.79 originally
=$333.85
-$57.28 sale on Aquafina
-$96.38 clearance Juicy Juice
-$2.99 sale Marcal toilet paper
-$1.58 sale Marcal tissues
=$175.62
-32 $1/1 Aquafina Flavorsplash (Thanks Moonflower, Kayline, and momto3ms!!)
-39 $1/2 Juicy Juice
-5 $0.75/1 Halls (doubled to FREE)
-1 $2.00/1 Marcal 6 pk. or larger toilet paper
-2 $1/1 Marcal tissues (FREE)
=$93.17!!!

Total spent: $93.17
Total saved: $240.68

I kind of want to see if any other locations have more clearance Juicy Juice, but I'm sure my hubby would kill me. So, heads up for everyone: the canned Juicy Juice will be officially gone from all stores soon, they are going to the more eco-friendly plastic bottle.

Fudge-a-licious

2009-04-11T20:08:00.000-07:00

So, anyone who knows my family knows that we LOVE chocolate. The same goes for the little ones in the family. I ordered some fudge from a fellow member on a coupon forum and I stupidly left it on the table while I tended to my son. Well, Lexi got ahold of it and literally tore the foil off and dove in! I don't think it'll last through tomorrow. Thank you KeizerElf for the best fudge ever! If anyone wants to know how to get ahold of her, let me know. It's delicious!

March of Dimes: March For Babies

2009-04-05T20:52:00.000-07:00

The March for Babies walk is a cause that is near and dear to my heart. The walk is on April 26th, and it's a 3.5 mile walk.

If you are wondering why I think it's such a great cause, here are 3 beautiful reasons:
This cause really hits home for me because I would have had my daughter at 5 1/2 months gestation and my son at 7 months if not for my great OB/GYN (among other things), and thankfully had them only a few weeks early. My friend's son was born 3 months early and because of good hospital staff and the March For Babies, he's a happy healthy 4 year old. The last 2 times I was able to do the walk since his birth, I was pregnant and on bed rest to prevent my own premature deliveries, so I'm really excited to walk proudly with both of my healthy children.

If anyone would like to help me reach my goal and donate to this great cause, you can click on the link to the right. You can donate any amount on the right hand side of the page.

Here's where your money would be going:
"77% of every dollar supports research and programs that help moms have full-term pregnancies and babies begin healthy lives. And your funds are used to bring comfort and information to families whose baby was born too soon, or sick."

Any donation amount is appreciated! It truly is a great cause.

Coupon Swap #2

2009-04-05T20:15:00.000-07:00

Back in February, we did a local coupon swap, which was a big hit!!! Well, come May 5th, we will be doing another one! I'll be speaking at that one too so if anyone has any questions, please let me know. And of course, I'll be back to add the pictures from that one too :)

The most hysterical piece of mail-EVER!

2009-03-21T10:43:00.000-07:00

So, a few months ago someone on AFC posted about a freebie... well the freebie was a box of 500 condoms! I ordered it as a joke, but today I think the joke was on me. My poor mailman... this box is huge!

Soooo.... anyone want to buy a condom from me? LOL

Target Clearance Rules!!!!

2009-02-27T09:21:00.000-08:00

I went to 2 different Target stores on Wednesday, and found tons of clearance! Needless to say, my hubby doesn't need boxers for a very long time :)

Here's how I did:

2 pkgs. of Fruit of the Loom Boxers $2.62/each (marked down from $10.49)
1 pkg. of Hanes Boxers $2.74 (marked down from $10.99)
8 pkgs. of Target brand boxers $1.98/each (marked down from $7.99)
1 pkg. Hanes premium t-shirts $2.24 (marked down from $8.99)
4 Gillette trial sized body washes $0.48/each (marked down from $0.99, had $2/2 Q)
2 Purell trail sized $0.99/each (had $2/2 Q)
2 Nabisco Ritz hand held packages $1.00/each (had $2/2 Q)
9 pkgs. of Kotex pads $2.94/each (had $2/1 Target Q, $1/1 MQ's)
9 pkgs. of Kotex pantyliners $2.94/each (had $2/1 Target Q, $0.75/1 MQ's)
12 Dove trial sized deodorants $0.97/each (had $1.50/2 Q's)
1 Satin Care shaving cream trial sized $0.99 (had $1/1 Q)

Saved: over $150
Spent: about $35

My 2 day craziness

2009-02-25T08:22:00.000-08:00

So this is how I did on Saturday and Sunday, between Rite Aid, Kohls, CVS, Kmart, and Walgreens. I hope I didn't forget anything.

CVS (1 transaction):
(1) Tylenol Allergy (clearance for $1.82, had $1/1 Q)
(4) Cotton Rounds ($0.99, had $1/1 Q, rec'd $1 ECB for each one)
Spent $0.86, Saved $10.47

Rite Aid (11 transactions at different stores):
(11) Jumbo packs of Pampers ($10.49, had $1/1 Q for all but 1)
(11) One Touch Meters ($19.99, had 11 up to $20 Q's)
(1) Green Tea for my hubby $1.49(he was complaining)
Also used 11 $10/$30 RA Q
Spent $8.10, Saved $356.39

Kohls (2 transactions):
(1) Easter Dress for Lexi $14.40
(1) PJs for Jayden $8.00 (18 mo. and they are only a little big!)
Used $5 Q for each
Spent $12.99, Saved $31.01

Walgreens (1 transaction):
(9) Reynold's Wrap $0.89 with in ad Q (had 9 $1/1 MQs)
(1) Excedrin $1.99 (had $1/1 MQ, rec'd $1 RR)
(4) Ramen Noodle Soup $1.00 (needed a filler)
Spent $1.70, Saved $20

Kmart (5 transactions):
(3) Rubbermaid 21 gallon totes $3.99 (had $1/1 Q's, in wrong spot, manager adjusted)
(10) Gillette Body Wash $4.50 (had $2/1 Q's)
(14) Head & shoulders $4.50 (had $1.50/1 Q's)
(1) Cottonelle wipes Refill $4.69 (had $1/1 Q)
(12) Fruit Rolls Ups $2.00 (had $1/2 Q's, got a $5 GC out of 1, and when you bought so much of these and fruit snacks, you got $$ off your next transaction)
(12) Fruit Snacks $2.00 (had $1/2 Q's)
(9) Sure Deodorant $2.29 (for my mom, had $1/1 Q's)
(1) KY Jelly $3.99 (had $2/1 Q)
(1) Sunsilk Shampoo $3.00 (had $1/1 Q)
(1) Sunsilk Conditioner $3.00 (had $1/1 Q)
(2) Sunsilk Stylers $3.00 (had $1/1 Q's)
(1) Zipper Binder on clearance $1.50!!!!!
(1) Mechanical Pencils on clearance $1.00
(1) Littlest Pet Shop on clearance $2.50 (Lexi loves these!)
(1) Suave Lotion $2.50 (had $1/1 Q)
(1) A&D $5.19 (had $2/1 Q, this rang up $1.19 more than the shelf tag, but I didn't notice till I got home)
(1) BIC disposable razors $3.99 (had $2/1 Q)
(1) Desitin $5.99 (had $2/1 Q)
(1) Jergens Lotion $1.79 (had $1/1 Q)
(1) St. Joseph's Aspirin $2.29 (had $1/1 Q)
(2) Hall's $1 (had $1/2 Q)
(3) Endust $3.29 (had $2/1 Q)
(1) Softsoap Bodywash $3.99 (had $1/1 Q)
(1) Windex wipes $2.79 (had $1.50/1 Q)
(1) Charmin wipes Refill $2.00 (had $1/1 Q)
(1) Dawn plus hand renewal $2.99 (had $1.50/1 Q)
(1) J&J 1st Aid Gauze Pads $1.69 (had $1/1 Q)
(1) Scrubbing Bubbles Bath wipes $2.79 (had $1/1 Q
(2) Peppermint Patties (none of the sales were posted, so ended up needing fillers in the 1st trans.)
Also used 4 $5/$50 Q's, and 3 $3.50 Q's from the BC fruit snacks
Spent $50, Saved $351.69

I was there when Kmart opened and they were out of a lot of items. And also, a few things that I planned on getting were higher priced than what they were mentioned on here. I didn't realize I had enough stuff for 5 transactions, and I only printed 4 $5/$50 so I could've used that too, but all in all I did pretty good. I know the H & S was almost 1/2 of my total too ($21 worth) but $1.50 each is a good price and my hubby uses it like there's no tomorrow. I'm hoping to go back on Friday as I still have tons of Q's (that's what I did last doubles and they were restocking) so hopefully my savings will be higher.

Total Spent: $73.65 (and have $1 RR and $4 ECBs to spend in the future)
Total Saved: $769.56, about 91%!

I didn't take pictures because I put most of it away before I thought about it.

The sad thing is, I thought I'd be all shopped out, but I'm still on a high from Kmart and Rite Aid!!

My crazy kids

2009-02-19T21:02:00.000-08:00

Well, these are my crazy kids. My son who likes to sit up in his bouncer and also try to get out of it, and my daughter who loves being in the spotlight dancing! My son was attempting to reach toys that he had dropped in these pictures and my daughter is dancing with my mother and my sister is filming (I was out shopping during this). Don't mind my messy house in the pictures.