Joyful Journeys

Announcing: Simply Frugal Living!

2011-03-19T15:21:00.001-04:00

I can't tell you just how excited I am to announce the launch of my new website: SimplyFrugalLiving.com! The site is packed with info to help you succeed at frugal living, while keeping it simple in the process.

SimplyFrugalLiving.com provides up-to-date coupon/sale match-ups to Target and national drug stores, as well as grocery stores in the Pittsburgh area. I teach you how to coupon, I promote great national and local deals, list the best weekly diaper deals, and offer lots of ideas for resourceful and thrifty living. Look for posts on decorating, cooking, organic and gluten-free deals, home schooling, getting through college debt-free, home organization, hospitality, themed tea parties, and much more.

If you have been following Joyful Journeys, I encourage you to join me over at Simply Frugal Living, as I will now be using this site exclusively to post deals. Joyful Journeys will return to its initial purpose of keeping family and friends up to date on our kids and our family's happenings.

Come on over and take a look! SimplyFrugalLiving.com has been months in the making, and I can't believe it is finally ready for launch. I encourage you to sign up for my free e-mail updates or get a free RSS subscription so you never miss a deal. And I would love your feedback and insight into what would make SimplyFrugalLiving more effective!

Diaper Deals Week of March 13-19

2011-03-14T07:22:00.000-04:00

These are the best diapers deals I see this week. The prices are good through March 19, 2011. If you know of any other great deals, please write a comment below!

Note: Look for information coming soon about the diaper/wipes deals available on Amazon Mom. Several friends have been telling me I need to check them out, so when I have the information pulled together, I'll write a post. Apparently the deals are amazing!

Sunday coupon circular codes:

S = Smart Source

PG = Proctor and Gamble

RP = Red Plum

RR = Walgreens Register Rewards (good toward next purchase)

EBR = CVS Extra Buck Rewards (good toward next purchase)

WYB = When You Buy

BOGO = Buy One, Get One Free

**CVS Deal Scenario

Spen $25 on these products, get $10 EBR:

Pampers Diapers 48-96-ct, sale price $20

$2/1 Pampers Diapers or Pants 2/27/2011 PG Insert (exp 3/31/2011)

CVS brand baby wipes, 2/$5

Final cost for diapers and wipes with EBR: $13

Walgreens

Walgreens Brand Diapers, sale price BOGO

Final cost (estimated): $4.49 ea.

Rite Aid

Luvs Big Pack Diapers, sale price $16

$1 Luvs website printable

$2 UPR (good toward next purchase)

Final cost with UPR savings: $13

So, it's Kind of Busy Over Here

2011-03-08T20:14:00.000-05:00

Just wanted to drop a quick post to let you know that I'm sorry I've fallen behind in posting of late. I'm up to my ears in filing our taxes, finishing up the last details on my new site (!), and preparing the curriculum for my first-ever Extreme Couponing Class.* Did I mention that I'm also caring for two very sweet and active little boys all day every day?

Speaking of the boys, I thought I'd post a few snapshots I took today...

*Northmont United Presbyterian Church
Pittsburgh, PA
Saturday, March 26, 2011
10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Diaper and Formula Deals Week of March 6-12 and Coupon Round-Up

2011-03-07T06:43:00.000-05:00

These are the best diapers deals this week. If you know of something I missed, please leave a comment! The prices are good through March 12, 2011.

Sunday coupon circular codes:

S = Smart Source

PG = Proctor and Gamble

RP = Red Plum

RR = Walgreens Register Rewards (good toward next purchase)

EBR = CVS Extra Buck Rewards (good toward next purchase)

WYB = When You Buy

BOGO = Buy One, Get One Free

Walmart

Huggies Jumbo Pack Diapers, Snug and Dry, Little Movers, or Little Snuglers, sale price$8.97

$2/1 Huggies Jumbo Pack Snug and Dry, Little Snugglers, or Little Movers 2-27S

Final cost with UP Rewards: $6.97

Huggies Snug and Dry diapers 82-112 ct, $19.77

$3.50/1 Huggies Snug and Dry diapers 60 ct. or larger 2-27S

Final cost: $16.27

Pampers Diapers or Pants, $8.98

$2/1 Pampers Diapers or Training Pants 2-27PG

Final cost: $6.98

Pampers Wipes 72 ct, $2.37

$0.50 Pampers Wipes 60 ct or higher 2-27 PG

Final cost: $1.87

Walgreens

Bonus Pack Huggies Little Movers Diapers, $19.99 (includes over $30 worth of coupons inside)

$3.50/1 Huggies Snug and Dry diapers 60 ct. or larger 2-27S

Final cost: $16.49

Pampers Jumbo Diapers, sale price $2/20

$2/1 Pampers Diapers or Training Pants 2-27PG

Final cost $8 for one

Enfamil, Similac, or Good Start Formula

$19.99, limit 3 with printable coupon

Rite Aid

Huggies Sung and Dry or Little Movers Big Pack, 56-96-ct, $19.99

$3.50/1 Huggies Snug and Dry diapers 60 ct. or larger

Final cost: $16.49

Huggies Jumbo Pack Diapers,$12.99

$1 in ad Q

$2/1 Huggies Jumbo Pack Snug and Dry, Little Snugglers, or Little Movers 2-27S

Final cost: $9.99

Pampers Cruisers Big Pack Diapers, $19.99

$2/1 Pampers Diapers or Training Pants 2-27PG

Final cost: $17.99

Similac Baby Formula 22 oz, $22.99

$2 in ad Q

$5 Similac Baby Formula 22 oz 2-27 S

Final cost: $15.99

Similac Baby Formula 32 oz concentrated, $10.99

$2 in ad Q

Final cost: $8.99

CVS

Just the basics baby wipes, 140-ct, $2/5

Huggies or Pampers wipes 64-72-ct, $2/5

$0.50 Pampers Wipes 60 ct or higher 2-27 PG

Final cost: $2 for one

Huggies Sung and Dry or Little Movers Big Pack, 56-96-ct, $20

$3.50/1 Huggies Snug and Dry diapers 60 ct. or larger

Final cost: $16.50

Target

Up & Up Wipes 264-ct. unscented or scented or 240-ct. sensitive, $4.64

Target Printables

$2 wyb any one HUGGIES® Snug & Dry Diapers

$1 wyb any one HUGGIES® Baby Wipes Tub and one Refill (180 ct. or higher)

Walmart's New Coupon Policy!

2011-03-05T09:30:00.000-05:00

This is exciting...I've been hoping that Walmart would make some good changes to their coupon policy. This is my favorite part of the new policy:

"Coupons may exceed the price of the item. Change may be given or applied toward the cost of the basket purchase."

Here is the new policy:

Walmart Coupon Policy

Walmart accepts the following types of coupons (see guidelines below):

Manufacturers' coupons
Print-at-home internet coupons
- Must be legible, have "Manufacturer Coupon" printed on them, have a valid remit address for the manufacturer, valid expiration date, and have a scannable bar code.
Competitors' coupons that feature a specific item for a specified price
- for example, $2.99
Soft drink container caps
Checkout coupons
- (also called "Catalinas") that are printed at our competitors' registers, have "Manufacturer Coupon" with specific requirements printed on them, a valid remit address for the manufacturer, valid expiration date, and a scannable bar code.

Walmart does not accept the following coupons:

Print-at-home Internet coupons that require no purchase
Competitors' coupons for dollars/cents or percentage off, buy one get one free, and double- or triple-value coupons

The following are guidelines and limitations:

Only one coupon per item is permitted.
Coupons must have an expiration date and be redeemed prior to expiration.
Coupons may exceed the price of the item. Change may be given or applied toward the cost of the basket purchase.
Walmart only accepts coupons for merchandise that we sell.
Coupons must be presented at the time of purchase.
We accept the following with Customer Service Supervisor/Management approval:
- 40 or more coupons
- Any coupon over $20
- $50 or more in coupons in one transaction
Thanks for the heads up, Clipin' with Carie!

5 Years of Bliss

2011-03-04T15:17:00.001-05:00

As my Facebook profile says..."5 years ago today was the dreamiest day of my life. Todd Alexander, the man of my dreams, married me!"

I feel like one very blessed gal today. It's hard to believe that it's been 5 years since that bright, sunny day in Racine, WI when Todd and I married at Holy Cross Lutheran Church. Our reception was a beautiful afternoon tea, and we honeymooned in San Diego, CA.

Our first five years of marriage have been hectic, to say the least. We've lived in three major cities: Chicago, Atlanta, and now Pittsburgh. Happily, it seems that we are finally settled. During these first five years we've also had two children and my husband started and finished a master's program in sacred music (organ emphasis). He is now the Minister of Music at a Presbyterian church in Pittsburgh, and we are loving our life together. God has been incredibly faithful to us, and we have seen his hand of provision and direction many times.

I am blessed! And so thankful. I could not ask for a more loving, supportive husband, and, as our boys can attest, he is one awesome, fun, compassionate daddy!

I love you, my husband!

$50 for a Month's Supply of Meat at Sam's

2011-03-04T15:05:00.000-05:00

If you read my Couponing 101 series in which I described how I spend $200 or less per month on groceries, you will know that I usually go to Sam's to stock up on meat once a month. Well, when I went yesterday, I found that a lot of their meat was reduced for quick sale. I saved about 33% off each package of meat! I brought it home, divided it up, and got it in the freezer. We're set for the month, and I spent a total of $50!

Remember, shopping this way fits into the idea of buying in bulk when you can get an item at it's rock-bottom lowest price. You save BIG time with this method.

$35 in P&G Coupons

2011-03-04T14:23:00.000-05:00

There another great Home Made Simple P&G coupon booklet available! Register here to get your copy full of high value P&G brand coupons.

Thanks, Faithful Provisions!

BOGO Free Entree with Appetizer at T.G.I. Friday's

2011-03-04T14:17:00.000-05:00

Go here to print a coupon for a BOGO FREE entree at T.G.I. Friday's with purchase of an appetizer!

Thanks, Savvy Spending!

HOT! BOGO Coupon at Chipotle!

2011-03-02T21:36:00.000-05:00

WOW! I'm loving this one! Head over to the Chipotle Facebook page, "like" them, watch a short video, and then receive a buy one, get one free coupon for burritos, bowls, tacos, or salads! I'm not sure how long this deal will last, so be sure to get your coupon right away. The coupon expires on 3/10/11.

Thanks, Hip2Save!

$5 in Kellogg's Cereal Coupons

2011-03-02T15:54:00.000-05:00

$9 for Two Movie Tickets!

2011-03-02T15:25:00.000-05:00

Wow...I don't see deals like this very often! We rarely go to the movies because of the cost. But...I could go for this bargain; it's a savings of 70%!! $9 for two movie tickets through Fandango.com. Check it out!

The Fine Print...

Limit 1 purchase per customer only • Promo Codes are valid only for Internet purchases made at www.fandango.com and are not redeemable at theater box office, via Fandango’s telephone or mobile services or through any other website operated by third-party merchants   • Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion  • Not valid on IMAX or 3D showings  • Limited to tickets with maximum face value (including Fandango’s convenience fee of up to $2 per ticket) of $15 • Both tickets must be purchased for the same movie and show time in a single transaction • Promotional value of Promo Codes expire June 6th, 2011. Paid value of Promo Codes expires on June 6th, 2016, except where prohibited by law.  • Promo Codes have no cash value unless required by law, and will not be replaced if lost or stolen, and are not for resale or commercial use  • If a movie ticket (with Fandango’s convenience fee included) is more than the $15 maximum Promo Code value, the user must pay the difference with a valid credit or debit card  • The redemption of Promo Codes is subject to Fandango’s terms and conditions at www.fandango.com/termsofuse.aspx and www.fandango.com/PurchasePolicy.aspx  • Any questions regarding redemption of promo codes on Fandango.com should be directed to Fandango Customer Support at http://fandango.custhelp.com • Promotional value expires on June 6, 2011

CVS 101 and Deal Scenario This Week (2/27-3/5)

2011-03-01T16:30:00.000-05:00

There are usually multiple ways to save at any store; you just need to know what savings or rewards programs your store offers. Today I am going to give a brief overview of the savings programs available at CVS.

Coupon Lingo Reminder:

CRT: Cash Register Tape

EBR: Extra Buck Rewards--earned as part of the ECR program (prints at the bottom of your receipt; use like cash on next transaction)

ECR: Extra Care Rewards (CVS savings program)

MFR: Manufacturer

OOP: Out of pocket

Q: Coupon

RP: Red Plum Coupon Circular

S: Smart Source Coupon Circular

WYB: When you buy

For each item you purchase, CVS will accept the following coupons/ promotions:
MRF Q and CVS store Q
MRF Q and EBR

Note: Q.'s cannot be doubled at CVS.

In order to work the savings programs at CVS, you will need to have an Extra Care Reward card. You can register for one here. The ECR program at CVS provides a fabulous opportunity to stock up on items while paying very little OOP. EBR's print on your CRT and can be used like cash on your next transaction.

I will describe the ECR program to you by means of a real deal scenario this week. CVS is running a special P&G promotion that we will use: Spend $30 on select P&G products, get $10 EBR's.

Transaction #1:

Puffs tissues 60 to 108 ct., $1
Qualifies for $10 Extra Bucks with $30 P&G items
$0.50/2 2-27PG (use 2 coupons)
Final cost: $3 ($0.75 ea)--buy 4 even if you only have one coupon

Pantene Pro V shampoo, conditioner or styler, $3.49

$1/1 2-27 PG

Final cost: $2.49

Charmin bath tissue: Basic, Ultra Strong or Ultra Soft 9-12 ct., $4.99

$0.25 2-27 PG

Final cost: $4.74

Cover Girl mascara, assorted types, $5.89

$1/1 2-27 PG

Final cost: $4.89

Tide laundry detergent assorted types 20 to 40 loads, $5.94

Qualifies for $10 Extra Bucks with $30 P&G items

$0.35 2-27 PG

OR $1/1 P&G Savings booklet mailer from two weeks ago

Final cost: $4.94

Bounty Basic paper towels 8 pack, $5.99

Qualifies for $10 Extra Bucks with $30 P&G items

$1/1 P&G Savings booklet mailer

Final cost: $4.99

So, our total would be $30.30+ tax with just the sale prices.

But then we use our Q's and that brings the total OOP to $25.05.

And we now have $10 in EBR to use on our next transaction.

Transaction #2:

Crest premium toothpastes 4 to 8.4 oz., $3.29

$3.29 EBR (limit 2 Crest/Oral B rewards)

$1/1 02-27 PG

OOP: $2.29

Final cost: FREE and $1 profit

Oral B Satin Floss 55 yards, $3.29

$3.29 EBR (limit 2 Crest/Oral B rewards)

$0.75/1 02-27 PG

OOP: $2.54

Final cost: FREE and 75 cent profit

Oral B CrossAction power toothbrush 1 ct. or brush heads 2 pack, $6, limit 2

$3 EBR (limit 2 Crest/Oral B rewards)

$3 02-27 PG

OOP: $3

Final cost: FREE after EBR

General Mills, Kellogg's or Kashi, 2/$6
$2 EBR on 2
$1/1 Kashi Berry Blossoms Cereal
$0.75/1 Fiber One Cereal
$1/1 2-6 RP (Kellogg's)
OOP: 2/$4
Final cost: 2/$2 ($1 each!)

So, our total would be $18.58 with just the sale prices.

Then we use our Q's and that brings our total OOP to $11.83. (Always present your MFR Q's first, then your EBR's.)

And then we use our $10 in EBR, bringing our total OOP to: $1.83.

Plus, we have $11.58 in EBR to use on another transaction.

So, after the two transactions, here's where we stand:

Merdandise value with sale prices: $48.88

Total OOP: $26.88 (plus tax)

Final cost with left-over $11.58 in EBR: $15.30

Use the $11.58 to get some other things you need!

Always try to keep your OOP total to a minimum and keep rolling your EBR's over from transaction to transaction. Often times the EBR's that CVS offers for a particular item make it essentially free. When you combine these offers with a MFR Q, you "make" money in the sense that you are spending less OOP than you are getting back in EBR's. In the world of couponing, we call these items money makers.

Look for other CVS Q's that print at the bottom of your CRT. You may occasionally find some $4 off $20 or $3 off $15 Q's that can sweeten your savings even more.

Note: Regarding the $X off $XX Q's, you count your total prior to using any MFR Q's or EBR's.

You can also print MFR Q's on the CVS website here. (Note: these coupons are MFR coupons that can also be found at Coupons.com. You can only print two of each Q, regardless of whether you print it from the CVS website or the Coupons.com website.)

Read more about the CVS ECR program here.

HOT! New Coupons: Kashi, Muir Glen, Gluten-Free, Fiber One and More

2011-03-01T11:24:00.000-05:00

It's the first day of the month and Coupons.com added some great new coupons to their site. Check out some of my favorites:

$1/1 Kashi Soft Baked Cereal Bar

$1/1 Kashi Berry Blossoms Cereal

$1/1 Udi's Gluten Free Baked Goods Product

$.75/1 Muir Glen product (in PA that doubles to be a $1.50 coupon!)

$0.75/1 Fiber One Cereal ($1.50 doubled!)

$0.55/1 Honey Nut Cheerios ($1.10 doubled!)

$0.75/1 Cheerios, select varieties ($1.50 doubled!)

Remember, you can print two of each coupon!

$60+ in Johnson and Johnson Printable Coupons

2011-02-28T21:04:00.001-05:00

Register with Johnson and Johnson, and you will receive access to some great personal care and baby care coupons. Remember, multiple coupons for your favorite items gives you real buying power when sales come along!

20% off Payless In-Store and Online

2011-02-28T20:01:00.000-05:00

Use this coupon for 20% off your entire in-store or online purchase through March 8th. Be sure to use coupon code 42777 if you shop online.

Thanks, Coupon Dad!

Introducing Cellfire E-Coupons to Joyful Journeys

2011-02-28T16:30:00.000-05:00

I love e-coupons from Cellfire. Here are the reasons why:

-It takes 2 seconds to load them onto my store shopper's card

-It allows for "coupon stacking" at stores that wouldn't otherwise take two coupons for one item (like Giant Eagle and Kroger).

-I don't have to keep track of them or carry them with me.

-Sometimes I forget they are on my card and I score an even greater savings than I was expecting!

-It's yet another way to save...adding to my extreme couponing ability. =)

As of today, you can load Cellfire coupons onto your shopper's card right from my site! Click here or click on the Cellfire banner on the right side of my site.

Cellfire keeps saving easy:

1. Click the coupon you want to save to your card.
2. Enter your shopper's card information (just once to register).
3. Swipe your shopper's card at checkout for automatic savings!

Stores that work with Cellfire:

ShopRite
Giant Eagle
SHOP 'n SAVE
Baker's
City Market
Dillons
Fry's
Fred Meyer
Gerbes
Hilander
JayC
King Soopers
Kroger
Owen's
Pay Less
QFC
Ralphs
Scott's
Smith's
Carrs
Genuardi's
Pavilions
Randall's
Tom Thumb
Vons

Super Double Coupon Event at KMart thru March 5th

2011-02-28T15:20:00.000-05:00

With a Shop Your Way Rewards member card and purchase of $25 or more in grocery and drugstore merchandise, KMart will double five (5) coupons per customer per day up to $2 through March 5th. And, when you buy $35 worth of P&G products, you can get a $10 coupon (with Shop Your Way rewards card www.shopyourwayrewards.com)

Here are some of my favorite deals this week (final cost takes coupon doubling into account):

Dentek flossers, 2/$4
$1 1-16 S
Final cost: FREE

Ivory bar soap 3 pack, $1
$0.35 1-16PG
Final cost: $0.30

Quaker Oatmeal Squares cereal, $2.50
$1/1 1-30R2
Final cost: $0.50

General Mills cereals, assorted types $1.99
$1/2 1-30S
Final cost: $0.99

Colgate toothpaste, $2/$5
$0.50 2-13 S
$0.35 2-27 S
Final cost with $0.50 coupon: $1.50

Scope Mouthwash, $3.50
$1/1 2-6 RP
$1.50

Olay selected Complete or Quench items, $5
$1/1 2-27PG
Final cost: $3

Always Pads, $5.99
$1/1 2-27PG Always Infinity pads 24-48 ct.
Final cost: $3.99

Cover Girl, BoGo 50% off
$1/1 1-30 PG (expires 2-28)
$1/1 2-27 PG
Final cost: varies (but CHEAP!)

Diaper Deals Week of Feb. 27-March 5 & Baby Coupon Round-Up

2011-02-28T10:44:00.000-05:00

These are the best diapers deals that I see for this week. The prices are good through March 5, 2011. If you know of other deals, please leave your comment below!

Note: There were some amazing Huggies coupons in the Smart Source Sunday circular yesterday! Check them out:

Huggies Snug and Dry diapers 60 ct. or larger, $3.50/1

Huggies Snug and Dry diapers, $2/1

Huggies Pure & Natural Diapers any package, $2.50

Huggies Little Snugglers or Little Movers Diaper, $2/1

Huggies Baby wipes refills 300 ct or larger--buy this, and get a free Huggies Baby Wipes tub 72. ct. or less (value $3.49)

Some Target printables of note:

Target Online Printable for $1.50 60-ct. or larger Up & Up Diapers

Target Online Printable for $1/1 Gerber Nuk item (nursing pads!)

Target Online Printable for $1.50/1 AVENT Pacifier Pack

Target Online Printable for $3/1 Multi-pack AVENT BPA-Free Baby Bottles

Sunday coupon circular codes:

S = Smart Source

PG = Proctor and Gamble

RP = Red Plum

RR = Walgreens Register Rewards (good toward next purchase)

EBR = CVS Extra Buck Rewards (good toward next purchase)

WYB = When You Buy

BOGO = Buy One, Get One Free

BEST DEAL:

Walgreens

Huggies Jumbo Pack Diapers, Good Nites, Overnites, or Pull-Ups, sale price, $8.99

$2 RR

$2.50/1 2-27 S

Final cost with RR: $4.49

Huggies Wipes 184-216-ct., sale $5.99

$0.50 Huggies Wipes (Huggies mailer from a few weeks ago)

Final cost: $5.49

Rite Aid

Pampers Jumbo Diapers or Pants, sale price $9.99

$2 UPR

$2/1 2-27PG

Final cost with UPR: $5.99

CVS
CVS mega pack diapers--buy 2 and get a FREE 4 by 6 photo book, $5.99 value

Final cost: $9.97

Restaurant Coupons for the Weekend!

2011-02-25T16:52:00.001-05:00

STL Mommy compiled an awesome list of printable restaurant coupons and deals. Don't head out to eat this weekend without one!

-Del Taco: FREE Shrimp Taco with any purchase

-White Castle Buy 2 Get 1 A.1. Slider

-Free Spaghetti Entree From Fazoli’s

-Chipotle Buy 1 Get 1 Free Burrito, Bowl, Taco or Salad!

-Quiznos: Bargain Bundle For 4, $20

-Einstein Bros Buy 1 Get 1 Free Bagel Thin Melts + More!

-Pei Wei Buy 1 Entree Get 1 Korean BBQ Entree Free!

-T.G.I. Fridays Save $5 On Your $15 Purchase

-O’Charleys Save $5 On Your $20 Purchase

-Moe’s Southwest Grill Kids Eat Free Coupon

-Buy 1 Get 1 Smoothie From Smoothie King

Thanks, STL Mommy!

$6.40 for $16 Worth of Kid’s & Family Products at Chocolate Cake Club

2011-02-25T16:11:00.001-05:00

Here is another fun Mamapedia deal: $8 for $16 Worth of Kid’s & Family Products at Chocolate Cake Club.

You can sweeten this deal by getting an additional 20% off with coupon code FRIENDS20. The code is valid through 2/28/2011. You price would be just $6.40 after the discount.

This looks like a neat company. Has anyone purchased from them before?

The Highlights...

Family activities, toys, kids cooking sets, travel gear, family games, and more
Hundreds of unique gift ideas for all ages
Convenient online shopping with quick shipping

The Details...

Redeem voucher code on Chocolate Cake Club website at checkout
Not valid towards taxes and shipping
Limit (1) voucher per transaction
Expires August 28, 2011
No refunds or exchanges on expired or unused vouchers, cannot be combined with any other offers

Thanks to Bargain Briana for the coupon code!

Pampers Gifts to Grow: Code for 10 Free Points

2011-02-25T16:02:00.000-05:00

Get 10 free Pampers Gift to Grow points with coupon code: SEP3PGW7NRKYWXK.

Check here to see if you missed any codes.

Thanks, Mojo Savings!

Target 101 and Deals Under $1 This Week

2011-02-24T12:36:00.001-05:00

Did you know that Target allows coupon stacking? This means that they will accept both a MFR and a Target Q. for each item you purchase. Target does not allow coupon doubling, but I have still been able to score some great deals with the coupon stacking.

Target's printable coupons can be found here. Always look at the coupons carefully; some Target printables are Target store Q's, and some are MFR Q's. If you're going to stack Q's, make sure that you definitely have a MFR and a Target store Q for each item.

Target runs consistent sales promotions in which they offer FREE Target gift cards in exchange for purchasing a certain number of a specified item. For instance, check out the promotions for this week:

FREE $5 Target Gift Card wyb any 10 SoBe Liftewaters.
FREE $5 Target Gift Card with the purchase of 2 select Gillette Razors or Cartridges (Gillette Fusion & Venus Breeze pictured)

FREE $5 Target Gift Card when you buy 2 select Always or Tampax items (unadvertised deal)

I also like to take my coupon binder to Target's clearance center in the back of the store. I can often score some great deals in this section, as well as on their end cap clearance areas.

Read Target's Coupon Policy here

Read Target's Printable Coupons FAQ's here.

Check out some of Target's great deals for this week:

Maalox 65 ct, $3.49
$5 1/9 S1
Final cost: FREE

Electrasol Quantum Powerball Tabs 10ct, $2.50
$1.50 Target printable
$1 1/23 S
Final cost: FREE

Up and Up Pain Reliever 24 ct, $1

$1 Target printable
Final cost: FREE

Dentyne Pure Gum 3 pack, $1.79
$.0.75 Target printable
$1 2/13 S
Final cost: $0.04

Hall Cough Drops, $1.19
$0.50 Target printable
$.50 2/6 S
Final cost: $0.19

Up and Up Paintiliners, $0.97
$0.75 Target printable
Final cost: $0.22

Market Pantry Condensed Chicken Noodle Soup, $0.57
$1/3 1/23 Tg
Final cost: $0.24 ea

Up and Up All Purpose Cleaner with Bleach, $1.37
$1 Target printable
Final cost: $0.37

Up and Up Bleach, $1.47
$1 Target printable
Final cost: $0.47

SoBe Lifewater 20 oz
$5 Target Gift Card wyb 10
Final cost: $0.50 ea

Hunts Diced Tomatoes, $0.80
$0.45/3 1/23 S
Final cost: $0.65 ea

Vaseline Intensive Rescue 10oz or Men's 10 oz Lotion with bonus free Q Tips, $2.69
$1 Target printable
$1 1/30 R1
Final cost: $0.69

Up and Up Cotton Swabs 300ct, $1.42
$0.50 Target printable
Final cost: $0.92

Kelloggs Crunchy Nut Cereal, $2.99
$1 Target printable
$1 1/23 RP
Final cost: $0.99

80% off Restaurant Certificates

2011-02-24T11:30:00.000-05:00

If you've never tried restaurants.com, now is a great time to check it out. All certificates are on sale for 80% off with the code DINE, meaning that you can get a $25 gift certificate to a restaurant in your area for only $2! This really does work...we've used the restaurants.com certificates many times. Just be sure to read the fine print for the restaurant you select; sometimes the certificates are not valid Fri-Sun, and you usually need to have a food purchase of at least $35 (more for some restaurants). This still means that you can have a nice meal out for as little as $12! It's a great deal.

$10 for $25 Worth of Educational DVD's for Kids

2011-02-24T11:18:00.000-05:00

Here's another great deal that's good for two days: $10 for $25 worth of cookie jar fun, educational DVDs at special Mamapedia prices. Although this deal is listed under Pittsburgh, it's another national deal.

Here are the highlights...

Cookie Jar DVDs provide fun and educational family entertainment
Choose from 20 Cookie Jar favorites. Click here to see all of the choices.
Great indoor family activity for cold, wet, rainy times that will educate and entertain

And the details...

Redeem voucher code online at checkout
Not valid for shipping or taxes
Limit (1) voucher per transaction
Expires April 30, 2011

Joyful Journeys

Announcing: Simply Frugal Living!

Diaper Deals Week of March 13-19

These are the best diapers deals I see this week. The prices are good through March 19, 2011. If you know of any other great deals, please write a comment below!

So, it's Kind of Busy Over Here

Diaper and Formula Deals Week of March 6-12 and Coupon Round-Up

These are the best diapers deals this week. If you know of something I missed, please leave a comment! The prices are good through March 12, 2011.

Walmart's New Coupon Policy!

Walmart Coupon Policy

5 Years of Bliss

$50 for a Month's Supply of Meat at Sam's

$35 in P&G Coupons

BOGO Free Entree with Appetizer at T.G.I. Friday's

*HOT!* BOGO Coupon at Chipotle!

$5 in Kellogg's Cereal Coupons

$9 for Two Movie Tickets!

The Fine Print...

CVS 101 and Deal Scenario This Week (2/27-3/5)

*HOT!* New Coupons: Kashi, Muir Glen, Gluten-Free, Fiber One and More

$60+ in Johnson and Johnson Printable Coupons

20% off Payless In-Store and Online

Introducing Cellfire E-Coupons to Joyful Journeys

Super Double Coupon Event at KMart thru March 5th

Diaper Deals Week of Feb. 27-March 5 & Baby Coupon Round-Up

These are the best diapers deals that I see for this week. The prices are good through March 5, 2011. If you know of other deals, please leave your comment below!

Note: There were some amazing Huggies coupons in the Smart Source Sunday circular yesterday! Check them out:

Huggies Snug and Dry diapers 60 ct. or larger, $3.50/1

Huggies Snug and Dry diapers, $2/1

Huggies Pure & Natural Diapers any package, $2.50

Huggies Little Snugglers or Little Movers Diaper, $2/1

Huggies Baby wipes refills 300 ct or larger--buy this, and get a free Huggies Baby Wipes tub 72. ct. or less (value $3.49)

Some Target printables of note:

Target Online Printable for $1.50 60-ct. or larger Up & Up Diapers

Target Online Printable for $1/1 Gerber Nuk item (nursing pads!)

Target Online Printable for $1.50/1 AVENT Pacifier Pack

Target Online Printable for $3/1 Multi-pack AVENT BPA-Free Baby Bottles

Restaurant Coupons for the Weekend!

$6.40 for $16 Worth of Kid’s & Family Products at Chocolate Cake Club

This looks like a neat company. Has anyone purchased from them before?

The Highlights...

The Details...

Pampers Gifts to Grow: Code for 10 Free Points

Target 101 and Deals Under $1 This Week

80% off Restaurant Certificates

$10 for $25 Worth of Educational DVD's for Kids

Here are the highlights...

And the details...

HOT! BOGO Coupon at Chipotle!

HOT! New Coupons: Kashi, Muir Glen, Gluten-Free, Fiber One and More