Wednesday, September 29

Kroger (September 29-October 5)

Store Brand Sour Cream or Dips (12-16 oz., select varieties) $1

Campbell's Condensed Soup (10.25-11.5 oz.) $1
Coupon:  $0.30/4 exp. 11/15/10 (from 9/12/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $0.70 ea. wyb 4

Duncan Hines Cake Mix (18.25 oz., select varieties) $1

Best Life Buttery Spread (8-15 oz., select varieties) $1
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 10/28/10 (from 8/29/10 RP)
Final Cost = FREE!!!


Store Brand Cream Cheese (8 oz., select varieties) $1

Baby Carrots (16 oz.) $1

Lay's Potato Chips $1.98 (select varieties)

All Laundry Detergent (24-32 loads) $2.99
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 11/15/10 (from 9/26/10 RP) 
Final Cost = $1.99

Dannon Yogurt (4-6 packs, select varieties) $1.88
Many coupons available
Final Cost = Varies

Pillsbury Crescent Rolls (8 ct., select varieties) $1.50
Printable Coupon:  $0.50/2 exp. varies
Final Cost = $1 ea. wyb 2

Sargento Cheese (shreds or slices, 5-8 oz.) $2.50

Freschetta Pizza (9.4-28.01 oz.) $4.49
Printable Coupon:  $1/1 exp. varies
Final Cost = $3.49

Totino's Pizza Rolls (15 ct., select varieties) $1.25
Coupon:  $0.40/2 exp. 12/4/10 (from 9/12/10 GM) 
Final Cost = $0.85 ea. wyb 2

Totino's Party Pizza (9.8-10.9 oz.) $1.25
Coupon:  $0.50/1 exp. 10/30/10 (from 8/8/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $0.25

Shout Cleaner $2.48
Coupon:  $0.55/1 exp. 11/20/10 (from 9/26/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $1.93

Colgate Max Toothpaste (4-6 oz.) $1.88
Printable Coupon:  $0.75/1 exp. varies
Final Cost = $1.13

Broccoli Crowns $1/lb.

Jimmy Dean Breakfast Sausage, Rolls, Links, or Patties (12-16 oz., select varieties) $2.99
Printable Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 12/31/10
Final Cost = $1.99

Black or Red Plums $1/lb.

Private Selection Organic Salad (7-16 oz., select varieties) $2.99

Albertsons--Southwest Region (September 29-October 5)

* Indicates you must show the in-ad coupon in order to get the sale price.

*Sara Lee Classic White Break (20 oz., limit 2) $0.99

*Hot Pockets or Lean Pockets (6.5-10 oz.) $0.99 (limit 2)

*Smucker's Concord Grape Jelly (32 oz.) $1.39 (limit 1)

*Blue Bunny Ice Cream (56 oz., or 6-10 pack, select varieties) $2.29 (limit 5)
Printable Coupon:  $1/1 exp. varies
Final Cost = $1.29

*Angel Soft Bath Tissue (12 double rolls) $4.99 (limit 4)
Printable Coupon:  $0.50/1 exp. varies
Final Cost = $3.99

*Sparkle Paper Towels (8 rolls) $4.99
Printable Coupon:  $1/2 exp. 11/30/10 
Final Cost = $4.49 ea. wyb 2

*Petite Sirloin Steak:  B1G2
Final Cost = Varies

*Frozen Tilapia Fillets (16 oz. bag):  B1G2
Final Cost = Usually around $3.50/bag

Yoplait Yogurt (6 oz. cups, select varieties) $0.35
Printable Coupon:  $0.40/6 exp. 11/27/10
Final Cost = $0.22 ea. wyb 6

Tide Liquid Detergent (52-64 loads, select varieties) $9.99
Coupon:  $1.50/1 exp. 9/30/10 (from 8/22/10 SS) 
or
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 10/31/10 (from 9/26/10 P&G) 
Final Cost = $8.49-$8.99

Bounty Basic Paper Towels (8 roll) $4.99
Printable Coupon:  $0.50/1 exp. 9/30/10 (HURRY!!!) 
Final Cost = $3.99

Red Baron Pizza (14.76-27.8 oz., select varieties) $2.99
Printable Coupon:  $1/1 exp. varies
Final Cost = $1.99

Multi-Grain Cheerios (12.8 oz.) $2.50
Printable Coupon:  $1/1 exp. varies
Final Cost = $1.50

Zatarain's Rice Side Dishes (6-8 oz.) $1
Coupon:  $1/3 exp. 11/14/10 (from 9/19/10 RP) 
Final Cost = $0.67 ea. wyb 3

Red Gold Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies (10 oz.) $0.69
Printable Coupon:  $1/3 exp. 10/31/10
Final Cost = $0.36 ea. wyb 3

Hormel Chili (no beans, 15 oz.) $1.50
Coupon:  $0.50/2 exp. 11/8/10 (from 9/12/10 RP) 
Final Cost = $1 ea. wyb 2

International Delight Coffee Creamers (16 oz., select varieties) $1.79
Printable Coupon:  $0.55/1 exp. varies
Final Cost = $1.24

Gala Apples $0.99/lb.

White Mushrooms (whole or sliced, 8 oz.) $1.50

Frozen Basa Fillets $2.99/lb.

Mission 10 ct. Flour or Corn Tortillas 3/$5

Aldi--North Texas Region (September 29-October 5)

Milk (gallon) $0.99

Pineapple $1.49

Pears $0.99/pkg. of 4

Store Brand Heavy Whipping Cream (16 oz.) $1.59

Fort Worth Frugal Finds (September 29-October 5)

Terry's
Jalapeno Peppers $0.33/lb. (limit 6 lbs. w/$10 additional purchase

Plantains 2 lbs./$0.99

Cilantro 4/$0.99

Cucumbers $0.33 ea.

El Rio Grande
Store Brand Canned Vegetables (Corn, Green Beans, or Mixed Vegetables) $0.20 ea. (limit 5 w/$10 additional purchase)

Green Cabbage 3 lbs./$1

Super 1 Foods
Oscar Mayer Bologna (Meat Bologna, Turkey Balogna, or Cotto Salami, 16 oz. pkgs.) $1.47
Coupon:  $1/2 exp. 11/7/10 (from 9/26/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $0.97 ea. wyb 2

Kellogg's Cinnabon Cereal (10 oz.) $1.97
Coupon:  $1/2 exp. 10/24/10 (from 9/12/10 RP) 
Final Cost = $1.47 ea. wyb 2

Little Debbie Snacks (10.5-16.2 oz., select varieties) $1

Kraft Cheese (chunk, shreds, cracker cuts, cubes, or melt downs, 5-8 oz.) $1.48 (no limit listed)

Super Plaza
Roma Tomatoes $0.49/lb.

Yellow Onions $0.25/lb.

5 Lb. Bag Russet Potatoes $0.99 ea.

Fresh Green Beans $0.99/lb.

Kiwi 4/$1

Romaine, Green, or Red Leaf Lettuce $0.99 ea.

Sweet Potatoes $0.69/lb.

Save a Lot (prices good through 10/16/10)
Store Brand Apple Juice (64 oz.) $0.99

Crisco Vegetable or Canola Oil (48 oz.) $2

5 lb. Bag Red Delicious Apples $1.99

Eckrich Smoked or Polska Sausage (16 oz.) $1.79

Store Brand Evaporated MIlk (12 oz.) $0.69

Betty Crocker Mashed Potatoes (4.8-6.6 oz. box) $0.99
Coupon:  $0.50/2 exp. 11/6/10 (from 9/12/10 GM) 
Final Cost = $0.74 ea. wyb 2

Pringles (4.9-4.93 oz., assorted varieties) $0.99
Coupon:  $0.50/2 exp. 10/31/10 (from 9/26/10 P&G) 
Final Cost = $0.74 ea. wyb 2

Fiesta
Red Delicious Apples $0.69/lb.

Bartlett Pears $0.79/lb.

Store Brand Pancake Syrup (24 oz.) $0.99

Tyson Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast $1.99/lb.

Danonino Yogurt (6 pack) $1.50
Coupon:  $0.55/1 exp. 10/12/10 (from 9/12/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $0.95

Green Bell Peppers $0.50 ea.

Sack 'n Save
Doritos (11.5-12 oz., select varieties) $1.98

Libby's Canned Vegetables (14.5-15 oz., select varieties) $0.69
Coupon:  $1/3 exp. 11/30/10 (from 8/29/10 RP) 
Final Cost = $0.36 ea. wyb 3

Kraft Miracle Whip (30-32 oz.) $1.99
Facebook Coupon:  $1/1 exp. varies
Final Cost = $0.99

Nabisco Snack Crackers (5.5-16 oz., select varieties) $1.99
Facebook Coupon:  $1/1 exp. varies
Final Cost = $0.99

Kraft Salad Dressings (16 oz.) $1.49
Coupon:  $0.55/1 exp. 10/24/10 (from 8/29/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $0.94

Kraft Cheeses (5-8 oz., chunks or shreds) $0.99
Printable Coupon:  $5/5 exp. 10/1/10 HURRY!!!!  
Final Cost = FREE!!! wyb 5


Kraft Cheese Dinners (9.4-14 oz., select varieties) $1.49 
Coupon:  $1/2 exp. 11/7/10 (from 9/26/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $0.99 ea. wyb 2

Bull's Eye BBQ Sauce (18 oz., select varieties) $1.49
Printable Coupon:  $1/1 exp. varies
Final Cost = $0.49

Oscar Mayer Deli Shaved Meat (7-9 oz., select varieties) $2.29
Coupon:  $1/2 exp. 11/7/10 (from 9/26/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $1.79 ea. wyb 2

Oscar Mayer Deli Creations (4.9-7.1 oz., select varieties) $1.39

Store Brand Frozen Potatoes (28-32 oz., select varieties) $1.99

Red Onions $0.89/lb.

2 lb. Bag Baby Carrots $1.99

Saturday, September 25

Weekend Wow!!!

This weekend was a TERRIFIC time for me to head to the store!  I went armed with TONS of price-matches, high-value coupons, and pharmacy rewards credit.  My trip included short stops at Aldi, Albertsons,
Wal-Mart, and Kroger.


  

What I got:
2 bags tortilla chips
4 boxes oyster crackers (Stocking up for holiday party mix--Have you started stocking up yet?)
2 quarts reduced sodium chicken broth
1 box heart healthy pancake mix
6 boxes granola bars
1 multi-pack of yogurt
1 gallon milk
3 bags Goldfish crackers
3 cans Chef Boyardee
2 boxes Kotex
1 bottle garlic salt
1 box chili seasoning mix
4 packages multi-colored peppers
1 dozen eggs
3 1/3 lbs. ribeye steak
4 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast

Total OOP = $26.37

Yippee!!!!  I hope you also have a very successful shopping trip of savings this weekend!  

CVS (September 26-October 2)

To be honest, this is a TERRIBLE week at CVS.  Unless you're willing to fork over a wad of cash to earn your ECB's, it's really not worth it.  I did find two good deals that would be worth your time if you are needing (or will need) either of them:

Colgate Total Toothpaste $1.97
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 10/2/10 (from 9/12/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $0.97

Dawn Dish Detergent $0.96
Coupon:  $0.25/1 exp. 9/30/10 (from 8/29/10 P&G) 
Final Cost = $0.71

*An extra tip:  If you're a Wal-Mart shopper & you have the CVS circular for this week, you can just take it along with you to Wal-Mart and price match the items to get the exact same deals there.  It'll save you a trip! :)

Walgreens (September 26-October 2)

Cheap Scenario for This Week
Transaction 1:
Buy 1 Vaseline Sheer Infusion Lotion @ $5.99
Pay with $1 RR from recent week
Total OOP = $4.99
Earn $5 RR's

Transaction 2: 
Buy 1 Hyland's Cold 'n Cough 4 Kids @ $4.99
Pay with $5 RR's earned in Transaction #1
Total OOP = FREE!!!
Earn $4.99 RR's

Transaction 3:
Buy 2 Head & Shoulders Shampoos @ 2/$8
Use 2 Coupons:  $1/1 exp. 9/30/10 (from 8/15/10 RP) 
Pay with $4.99 RR's earned in Transaction #2
Total OOP = $1.01
Earn $2 RR's

Grand Total OOP = $6.00 
RR's Left to Spend Next Week = $2

Wednesday, September 22

Albertsons--Southwest Region (September 22-28)

Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast $1.88/lb. (Thurs.-Sat. only)

Gala Apples $0.69/lb. (Thurs-Sat only)

Tide Liquid Detergent (72-96 oz.) $9.99 (Thurs.-Sat. only)

Petite Sirloin Steak:  B1G2
Final Cost = Varies (Depending on weight of packages)

Sunny D. (64 oz.) $0.79
Coupon:  $0.25/1 exp. 11/30/10 (from 8/8/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $0.04

Freschetta Pizza (12.55-30.88 oz., select varieties) $3.99
Printable Coupon:  $1/1 exp. rolling
Final Cost = $2.99

Tilapia Fillets (16 oz., frozen) B1G2
*Must show in-ad coupon
Final Cost = usually about $3.33-$3.50 ea. wyb 3

Nature Valley Granola Bars (5-10 ct.) $1.88
Printable Coupon:  $0.50/1 exp. rolling
Final Cost = $0.88

P.F. Chang's Dinner for Two:  $6.99
Coupon:  $2/1 exp. 12/5/10 (from 9/12/10 RP)
Final Cost = $4.99

Fresh Green Beans $0.75/lb.

Zatarain's Rice Side Dishes (6-8 oz.) $1
Coupon:  $1/3 exp. 11/14/10 (from 9/19/10 RP) 
Final Cost = $0.67 ea. wyb 3

Ronzoni Heart Healthy Pasta (12-13.25 oz., select varieties) $1.25
Printable Coupon:  $1/2 exp. rolling
Final Cost = $0.75 ea. wyb 2

Kroger (September 22-28)

Ribeye Steaks $3.99/lb.

Red Baron Pizza (5.76-22.63 oz.) $2.99
Printable Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 10/2/10
Final Cost = $1.99

Campbell's Select Harvest Soup $1.25
Coupon:  $0.50/2 exp. 10/31/10 (from 9/19/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $0.75 ea. wyb 2

Asparagus $1.77/lb.

Michelina's Entrees $0.88
Printable Coupon:  $1/5 exp. rolling
Final Cost = $0.68 ea. wyb 5

Sara Lee Classic White Bread (20 oz., select varieties) $0.98

Land O' Lakes Butter (16 oz., select varieties) $2.48
Printable Coupon: $0.50/2 exp. rolling
Final Cost = $1.98 ea. wyb 2

Pillsbury Brownie Mix (19.5 oz. Family Size Box, Select Varieties) $0.98

Pepperidge Farm Cookies (5-8.6 oz., select varieties) $1.98
Printable Coupon:  $1/1 exp. rolling
Final Cost = $0.98

Softsoap Body Wash $2.88
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 10/1/10 (from All You, September 2010) 
Final Cost = $1.88

Jimmy Dean Sausage (9.6-16 oz., select varieties) $2.88
Printable Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 12/31/10
Final Cost = $1.88

Pillsbury Crescent Rolls (8 ct.) $1.50
Printable Coupon:  $0.50/2 exp. rolling
Final Cost = $1 ea. wyb 2

Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls (8 ct.) $1.50
Coupon:  $0.35/1 exp. 12/4/10 (from 9/12/10 GM) 
Final Cost = $0.45

Kraft Cheese (6-8 oz., bars or shreds) $1.99
Printable Coupon:  $5/5 exp. 10/1/10
Final Cost = $0.99 ea. wyb 5

Yoplait Yogurt (4-6 oz.) $0.50
Coupon:  $0.40/6 exp. 10/2/10 (from 8/8/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $0.33 ea. wyb 6

Pillsbury Toaster Strudels $2
Coupon:  $0.50/2 exp. 12/4/10 (from 9/12/10 GM)
Final Cost = $1.50 ea. wyb 2

Store Brand Oyster Crackers (14-16 oz, select varieties) $1

Hillshire Farm Lunchmeat (8-9 oz.) $3.50
Printable Coupon:  $0.35/1 exp. 11/30/10
Final Cost = $2.45

Eckrich Smoked Sausage (14-16 oz.) $2.50

Hormel Fully Cooked Entree (17 oz., select varieties)  $4.99 ea.
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 11/24/10 (from 9/19/10 SS)  
Final Cost = $3.99

Organic Mini Peeled Carrots $1.25

Aldi--North Texas Region (September 22-28)

Milk (1 gallon) $0.99

Multicolored Peppers (3 peppers per package) $1.49 ea.

Grape Tomatoes (10 oz.) $0.75/pkg.

Garden Salad (12 oz.) $0.49

Yellow Onions $0.29/lb.

Whole Mushrooms (8 oz.) $0.59

Store Brand Boneless Pork Loin $2.49/lb.

Tortilla Chips (11 oz.) $0.99

Fort Worth Frugal Finds (September 22-28)

La Michoacana
Fresh Corn $0.25/ea.

Terry's
Store Brand Canned Vegetables (whole kernel corn, sweet peas, cut green beans, or mixed vegetables) $0.33 ea. (limit 6 w/$10 additional purchase)

Joy Dish Liquid (14 oz.) $1
Coupon:  $0.25/1 exp. 9/30/10 (from 8/29/10 P&G)
Final Cost = $0.75

Celery $0.50 ea.

Mexican Onions 3/$0.99

El Rio Grande
Pork Butts $1.49/lb.

Haas Avocados 3/$1

Green Bell Peppers 3/$1

Roma Tomatoes 3/$1 (Thursday only!)

Super Plaza
Jalapeno Peppers $0.39.lb.

Limes $0.10 ea.

Pork Butt $0.99/lb. (Thursday only!)

Red Seedless Grapes $0.79/lb.

Pineapples $1.50 ea.

Radishes $0.69/bunch

Super 1 Foods
Blue Bonnet Spread (Regular or Light, 15 oz. tub) $0.68

Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix (8.5 oz. box) $0.33 ea.

3 lb. bag Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Fillets (Pilgrim's Pride, includes boneless skinless chicken tenderloins) $4.97 ea.

Hillshire Farm Lunch Meat (8-9 oz.) $2.77
Use 2 Printable Coupon:  $0.35/1 exp. 11/30/10
or
Coupon:  $1/2 exp. 10/23/10 (9/19/10 RP)
Final Cost = $2.27 to $2.42 ea. wyb 2

Sack 'n Save
Lays Potato Chips (10.5-11 oz., select varieties) $1.98

Green Giant Vegetables (14.5-15.25 oz., select varieties) $0.50 ea.

Head & Shoulders Shampoo or Conditioner (13.5-14.2 oz., select varieties) $3.99
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 9/30/10 (from 8/15/10 RP)
Final Cost = $2.99

Crest Toothpaste (4.6 oz., select varieties) $0.99
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 9/30/10 (from 8/29/10 P&G)
Final Cost = FREE!!!!


Pictsweet Frozen Vegetables (16 oz., Turnip, Collard or Mixed Greens or Purple Hull Peas) $0.99

Store Made French Bread (16 oz.) $0.99

Green Leaf, Red Leaf, or Romaine Lettuce $0.99 ea.

Green Onions $0.50/pkg.

Fiesta
Store Brand Diced Tomatoes (14.5 oz. can, all varieties) $0.50

Fresh Zucchini $0.99/lb.

Baby Carrots (1 lb. bag) $0.99 ea.

Dole Orange Juice (59 oz. cartons) $1.88

Sunday, September 19

Weekend Wow!!!

This weekend, I hit up the B1G1 sale @ Albertsons!


Grand Total OOP = $14.04
Total Savings = $27.90 (67%)

Here are a few tips to find some of the same deals I did:  
Usually the register will only double or triple four identical coupons for identical items, so I purchased different flavors of soup to maximize all of the duplicate coupons I had in tow.  
I also stumbled upon the paper towels on sale for $1.29, and I had a coupon for $1/1!  SCORE!!! 
The bell peppers usually retail for somewhere between $1.50 and $2 at most grocery stores, so I took two @ $0.79 for good measure--especially since I'm needing one for a recipe this coming week!  

Happy Deal Hunting this Week!  

Walgreens (September 19-25)

$5 Scenario for the Week:
Transaction 1:
Buy 1 Crest Toothpaste (6.4 oz.) @ $1.99
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 9/30/10 (from 8/29/10 PG)
Total OOP = $0.99
Earn $1 RR

Transaction 2:
Buy 2  Kotex by U products @ 2/$7
Use 2 Printable Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 10/31/10 (*Print 2 of these by re-setting your browser!)
Buy 1 Royal Gelatin @ $0.20 (must show ad p. 2 to get this price!) --must buy this or another really really cheap item in order to make the register computer take both of your coupons PLUS your Register Rewards!!!!
Pay with $1 RR earned in Transaction 1
Total OOP = $4.20
Earn $2 RR's

GRAND TOTAL OOP = $5.19
RR's Left to Spend Next Week = $2!

CVS (September 19-25)

Scenario for This Week
Transaction 1:
Buy 2 Right Guard or Dry Idea Deodorants @ $2.99 ea.
Coupon:  $1.50/2 exp. 10/31/10 (from 8/15/10 RP)
Total OOP = $4.48
Earn $4.00 ECB's (because you bought two)

Transaction 2:
Buy 1 Revlon Lipstick @ $6.99
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 10/17/10 (from 9/12/10 SS) 
Pay with $4 ECB's earned in Transaction 1
Total OOP = $1.99
Earn $5 ECB's

GRAND TOTAL OOP = $6.47 
ECB's left to spend next week = $5

*Normally, I keep my scenarios to a grand total of $5.  However, this week there were some HIGH DOLLAR ECB's to be had, so I splurged an extra $1.47.  If you find a better scenario for spending less money & earning just as many ECB's, please post it as a comment to this blog entry so that others can benefit from your expertise!

Wednesday, September 15

Albertsons--Southwest Region (September 15-21)

Red Baron Pizza (14.76-22.1 oz.) B1G1
Use 2 Coupons:  $1/1 exp. 11/20/10 (from 8/29/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $1.75 ea. wyb 2

Keebler Chips Deluxe (12.5-18 oz., select varieties) B1G1
Use 1 Coupon:  $1/2 exp. 10/10/10 (from 8/15/10 RP) 
Final Cost = $1.60 ea. wyb 2

Banquet Family Entrees B1G1
Use 2 Coupons:  $0.75/1 exp. 11/7/10 (from 9/12/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $1.20 ea. wyb 2

Dannon Yogurt (6 oz. cups, select varieties) B1G1
Printable Coupon:  $0.50/6 Light & Fit Yogurt Cups exp. rolling
Final Cost = $0.18 ea. wyb 6

P.F. Chang's Meals for 2 (22 oz., select varieties) B1G1
Use 2 Coupons:  $2/1 exp. 12/5/10 (from 9/12/10 RP) 
Final Cost = $3 ea. wyb 2

Campbell's Select Soup (18.6-19 oz., select varieties) B1G1
Use 1 Coupon:  $0.50/2 exp. 11/15/10 (from 9/12/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $0.85 ea. wyb 2

Bush's Best Black or Refried Beans (15-16 oz., select varieties) B1G1
Final Cost = $0.65 ea. wyb 2

Contessa Dinner Entrees B1G1
Use 2 Coupons:  $1.50/1 exp. 9/20/10 (from 6/20/10 RP) 
Final Cost = $2.85 ea. wyb 2

Dannon Danimals B1G1
Use 2 Coupons:  $1/1 exp. 10/12/10 (from 9/12/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $0.40 ea. wyb 2

Dannon Activia B1G1
Use 2 Coupons:  $1/1 exp. 10/10/10 (from 9/12/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $0.50 ea. wyb 2

Red or Green Leaf Lettuce $0.99 ea.

Red Bell Peppers $0.79 ea.

Oscar Mayer Cold Cuts (16 oz., select varieties)
Printable Coupon:  $1/2 exp. rolling
Final Cost = $2 ea. wyb 2

Gain Dish Detergent B1G1
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 9/30/10 (from 8/29/10 PG) 
Final Cost = FREE + possible $0.02 overage!!!


Green Giant Canned Vegetables (whole kernel corn, sweet peas, French style green beans, cut green beans, 14.5-15.25 oz.) $0.49 ea. (limit 12)

Pillsbury Crescent Rolls (8 oz.) $1.33
Printable Coupon:  $1/2 exp. rolling
Final Cost = $0.83 ea. wyb 2

Nature Valley Granola Bars (6 ct.) $2.50
Coupon:  $0.75/1 exp. exp. 11/6/10 (from 9/12/10 GM) 
Final Cost = $1.75

Pillsbury Simply Ready to Bake Cookies (14-16 oz.) $2.50
Coupon:  $0.55/1 exp. 12/4/10 (from 9/12/10 GM) 
Final Cost = $1.95

Green Giant Vegetable Steamers (12 oz.) 3/$5
Coupon:  $0.50/2 exp. 11/6/10 (from 
Final Cost = $1.17 ea. wyb 2

Pillsbury Toaster Strudels (10-11.5 oz., select varieties) 3/$5
Coupon:  $0.35/1 exp. 12/4/10 (from 9/12/10 GM) 
Final Cost = $0.62

Kroger--Southwest Region (September 15-21)

Ocean Spray Craisins (6 oz.) $1

Asparagus $2.48/lb.

Nature Made Vitamins:  B1G1
Use 2 Coupons:  $2/1 exp. 9/22/10 (from 8/22/10 SS)
Final Cost = Varies

Herbal Essences or Aussie Hair Products $2.37
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 10/31/10 (from 9/12/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $1.37

Cheetos or Fritos (7.75-10.25 oz., select varieties) 3/$5

Old Spice Body Wash $3.33
Coupon:  B1G1 exp. 9/30/10 (from 8/29/10 PG) 
Final Cost = $1.67 ea. wyb 2

Crest Toothpaste (4.6-6.2 oz., select varieties) $2.50
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 9/30/10 (from 8/29/10 PG) 
Final Cost = $1.50

Aldi--North Texas Region (September 15-21)

Milk (gallon) $1.29

Hummus (8 oz.) $1.69

Fit & Active Yogurt Covered Raisins (Vanilla, Strawberry, or Chocolate, 8 oz.) $1.49

Cream Cheese or Fit & Active Reduced Fat Cream Cheese (8 oz.) $1.19

Blue Cheese, Feta, or Gogonzola Crumbles (5 oz.) $1.99

Cantaloupe $0.79 ea.

Pineapple $1.49 ea.

Red or Green Grapes $0.79/lb.

Fort Worth Frugal Finds (September 15-21)

Terry's
Post Cereals (12.5 oz. Honey Comb, 11.5 oz. Waffle Crisp, 14.75 oz. Golden Crisp, 11 oz. Pebbles, 20 oz. Raisin Bran) $1.77

White or Yellow Onions $0.33/lb.

Key Limes 30/$0.99

El Rio Grande
Bananas $0.25/lb.

10 lb. bag Russet Potatoes $1.50

Plums $0.99/lb.

Radish Bunch $0.50 ea.

Green Bell Peppers 3/$1

Super Plaza
Avocados 5/$0.98

Cilantro 4/$0.98

Tampico Citrus Punch (Gallon) $0.78

Green Cabbage 4 lbs./$0.98

Limes 10/$0.98

Fiesta
Peaches $0.69/lb.

Ansera Long Grain Rice (3 lb. bag) $0.99

Store Brand Tomato Sauce (8 oz.) $0.25

Peter Pan Peanut Butter (Creamy Only, 16.3 oz.) $1.49
Coupon:  $1/2 exp. 10/31/10 (from All You, August 2010) 
Final Cost = $0.99 ea. wyb 2

Dole Pineapple (8 oz. can) $0.50
Coupon:  $1/3 exp. 9/30/10 (from 6/27/10 SS)
Final Cost = $0.17 ea. wyb 3

Dannon Activia Yogurt (4 pack, all varieties) 3/$5
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 10/10/10 (from 9/12/10 SS)
Final Cost = $0.67

2 lb. bag Red Delicious Apples $1.79 ea.

Kiwi $0.20 ea.

Super 1 Foods
Progresso Soup (Selected Varieties, 18-19 oz.) $1
Coupon:  $1/4 exp. 11/6/10 (from 9/12/10 GM)
Final Cost = $0.75 ea. wyb 4

Gala Apples $0.98/lb.

Oscar Mayer Wieners (Regular, Light, or Bun Length, 16 oz.) $1.47
Coupon:  $1/2 exp. 10/17/10 (from 8/22/10 SS)
Final Cost = $0.97 ea. wyb 2

Scott Paper Towels (6 Mega Roll Pkg.) $5
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 10/10/10 (from 8/29/10 SS)
Final Cost = $4

Van Camp's Pork & Beans $0.50

Doritos (11.5-13 oz., select varieties--not including baked or natural varieties) $1.98

Totino's Pizza Rolls (7.5 oz. box) $1

Totino's Party Pizza (9.8-10.9 oz.) $1
Coupon:  $1/3 exp. 12/4/10 (from 9/12/10 SS)
Final Cost = $0.67 ea. wyb 3

Store Brand Frozen Vegetables (12-16 oz., select varieties) $0.78

Sack 'n Save
Imperial Extra Fine Sugar ($ lb. bag) $0.98 (limit 1 w/$10 additional purchase)
*must show in-ad coupon for this price
Coupon:  $0.40/1 exp. 10/31/10 (from 8/29/10 SS)
Final Cost = $0.58

Roma Tomatoes $0.68/lb.

Powerade Drinks (32 oz.) $0.48 (limit 1 w/$10 additional purchase)

DiGiorno Pizza (12.6-34.2 oz., select varieties) $3.98
Coupon:  $1/1 (12" pizza or larger) exp. 10/30/10 (from 9/12/10 RP) 
Final Cost = $2.98

Store Brand Canned Fruit (15-16 oz., select varieties) $0.99

Colgate Toothbrushes (1 ct., select varieties) $1.79
Coupon:  $0.40/1 (excluding Colgate Plus or Extra Clean) exp. 9/18/10 (from 8/29/10 SS)
Final Cost = $1.39

Johnson & Johnson Baby Products (13-15 oz., select varieties) $2.99
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 11/21/10 (from 9/12/10 RP) 
Final Cost = $1.99

Sweet Potatoes $0.99/lb.

Large Red Delicious Apples $0.99/lb.

Cucumbers 3/$1

Sunday, September 12

Weekend Wow!!!

Well, this weekend, I didn't exactly follow my own $5 scenarios @ CVS & Walgreens.  However, I had good reason:  I was OUT of makeup.  In my household, it is a SAD day when you run out of makeup.  Lucky for me, CVS & Walgreens had some GREAT deals on Makeup this weekend, so I STOCKED UP!!!!  I also picked up a few other things along the way.  Here's what I got:


Total OOP = $38.74
Total Savings = $35.27 (48%) 

How I did it...

At CVS...
I took advantage of the Physician's Formula Makeup Sale (B1G1 50%) & the BIG Almay ECB's.  

At Walgreens...
I took advantage of the Almay B1G1 50% sale & used some HOT $2/1 coupons that will expire soon.  I also rolled the RR's for the toothpaste into the shampoo purchase.  

At Target...
I stacked coupons for the Febreeze Set & Refresh.  Target had a $0.75/1 coupon to add to the mfg coupon for $1/1.  I happened to have 3, so I bought 3 sets for my classroom...Preteens smell TERRIBLE when they come to music class right from P.E.  This was a WISE purchase :)  I also brought my own bag to get an extra $0.05 off and help take good care of God's creation!  

Hope you have lots of fun using some of my tips and some of your own creativity to find some great wows of your own this week!  Have a super week!  


Walgreens (September 12-18)

Weekly $5 Scenario:
Transaction #1
Buy 1 Colgate Total Toothpaste (4 oz.) @ $2.99 
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 10/2/10 (from 9/12/10 SS) 
Total OOP = $1.99 
Earn $2 RR's 

Transaction #2
Buy 1 Herbal Essence Hair Care (6-14 oz.) @ $2.99 
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 10/31/10 (from 9/12/10 SS) 
Buy 1 Butterfinger Pumpkin (1.2 oz.) @ $0.39 *must show ad to get this price
Pay with $2 RR's earned in Transaction #1
Total OOP = $0.38
Earn $1 RR 

Grand Total OOP = $2.37 
RR's Left to Spend = $1



CVS (September 12-18)

Weekly $5 Scenario:
Transaction #1:
Buy 1 Nivea for Men Active 3 Body Wash @ $4.99 
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 10/31/10 (from 8/29/10 RP) 
Total OOP = $3.99 
Earn $4.99 ECB's

Transaction #2:
Buy 1 Skintimate Moisturizing Shaving Cream @ $3.99 
Coupon:  $0.75/1 exp. 9/18/10 (from 8/1/10 SS) 
Buy 1 1 Bag Brach's Candy Corn, Autumn Mix, or Pumpkins @ $0.99  (Sale through Tuesday only!) 
Buy 1 Hershey's Mars, or Nestle Assorted 8 pack @ $0.77 (Sale through Tuesday only!) 
Pay with $4.99 ECB's earned in Transaction #1
Total OOP = $0.01!  
Earn $3.99 ECB's ($3 from Skintimate, $0.99 from Brach's Candy Corn) 

Transaction #3:
Buy 1 Secret, Old Spice, or Gillette Deodorant @ $3.99 
Buy 1 Gillette Body Wash @ Retail Price
Coupon:  (use if you bought Gillette) B1 Deodorant, G1 Gillette Body Wash Free!
Pay with $3.99 ECB's earned in Transaction #2
Total OOP = FREE!!!
Earn $1 ECB

Grand Total OOP = $4.00 
ECB's Left to Spend Next Week = $1


Wednesday, September 8

Albertsons--Southwest Region (September 8-14)

Lean Cuisine or Hot Pockets $1.49 ea. (limit 10)
*must use in-ad coupon

Banquet Frozen Dinner Entrees $0.79 (limit 10)
*must use in-ad coupon

Dan-o-nin-o Yogurt $1.49 (limit 1)
*must use in-ad coupon
Coupon:  $0.50/1 exp. 9/15/10 (from 8/15/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $0.49

Campbell's Spaghettios--no meat (15 oz.) $0.50
Printable Coupon:  $0.50/1 exp. rolling
Final Cost = FREE + possible $0.50 overage!!!


Campbell's Spaghettios w/Meatballs (10.75-15.4 oz.) $1
Printable Coupon:  $0.50/1 exp. rolling
Final Cost = FREE!!!


Campbell's Chunky Soup (15.25-15.3 oz.) $1.25
Coupon:  $1/2 exp. 9/26/10 (from 8/15/10 SS) 
OR
Coupon:  $0.50/2 exp. 9/26/10 (from 8/15/10 SS) 
Final Cost w/either coupon = $0.75 ea. wyb 2

V8 Splash (64 oz.) $2
Coupon:  $0.75/1 exp. 9/12/10 (hurry!!!) (from 8/1/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $1.25

V-8 Fusion (46 oz.) $2.50
Printable Coupon:  $1/1 exp. rolling
Final Cost = $1.50

Kellogg's Special K Deal:
Buy 4 cereals @ $2.50 ea., Get 1 Special K Bar Free
Printable Coupon:  $1/2 exp. rolling
*Print 2 coupons if the site will let you!
Final Cost = $1.60-1.80 ea. wyb 5

Pillsbury Toaster Strudel Pastries $2
Coupon:  $0.35/1 exp. 10/30/10 (from 8/8/10 GM) 
Final Cost = $0.95

Red Bell Peppers $0.89 ea.

Grape Tomatoes $2/pkg.

Handi-Foil Pans $1 ea.

Taco Bell Taco Shells (12 ct.) $0.50 ea. wyb 2
*must use in-ad coupon

Kraft Salad Dressing (16 oz., select varieties) $0.99
*must use in-ad coupon
Coupon:  $0.55/1 exp. 10/24/10 (from 8/29/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $0.44 (as long as they'll let you stack the two coupons!!!)

Wheat Thins or Triscuit Crackers $1.99 ea. wyb 2
*must use in-ad coupon

Kroger (September 8-14)

Cantaloupe $0.88 ea.

Mahi Mahi Fillets $3.99/lb.

Eckrich Smoked Sausage B1G1
Coupon:  $0.35/1 exp. 10/31/10 (from 8/29/10 SS) 
*Use two coupons--one for the item you buy, one for the free one!
Final Cost = about $1.45 ea. wyb 2

Wesson Vegetable Oil (48 oz.) $1.99

Quaker Instant Oatmeal (11.2-15.1 oz., select varieties) $1.98

Store Brand Frozen Vegetables (8-12 oz.) $0.88

Store Brand Butter (16 oz., select varieties) $2.38

Tostitos Tortilla Chips (9-13 oz.) $2.50
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 9/11/10 (from 8/1/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $1.50

Thomas Bagels (20 oz., select varieties) $1.91

Aldi--North Texas Region (September 8-14)

Remember:  Aldi does not accept coupons, but they have great prices without needing to use them on their sale items!

Celery:  $0.65 ea.

Baby Carrots (1 lb. bag):  $0.49 ea.

Avocados $0.25 ea.

Store Brand Milk $1.29/gallon

Dozen Large Eggs $0.59/dozen

Fort Worth Frugal Finds (September 8-14)

Terry's
Green Cabbage 4 lbs./$0.99

5 Lb Bag Russet Potatoes $1.49 ea.

Peaches, Plums, or Nectarines 2 lbs./$0.99 (limit 8 lbs. with $10 additional purchase)

Super 1 Foods
Eckrich Smoked Sausage (16 oz., select varieties) $1.50
Coupon:  $0.35/1 exp. 10/31/10 (from 8/29/10 SS) 
Final Cost = $1.15

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts $1.77/lb.

Cheez-It Crackers (7.5-10 oz.) $2
Coupon:  $1/2 (9.75 oz. or larger) exp. 10/24/10 (from 8/29/10 RP) 
Final Cost = $1.50 ea. wyb 2

Kraft Chunk, Shredded, Cracker Cuts, Cubes, or Melt Downs Cheese (5-8 oz.) $1.98

Store Brand Canned Tomatoes (14.5-15 oz.) $0.50

Super Plaza
Small Navel Oranges 8/$1

La Michoacana
Large Avocados $0.25 ea.

Limes 30/$1

Mexican Onions 3/$1

Sack n' Save
2 Liter Coca Cola Drinks $1

Red or White Grapes $0.88/lb.

Totino's Pizza (9.8-10.9 oz., select varieties) $0.98
Printable Coupon:  $1/5 exp. rolling
Final Cost = $0.78 ea. wyb 5

Allens, Veg-All or Popeye Vegetables (12-16 oz., selected varieties) $0.68 ea.

Betty Crocker Potatoes (4.5-6.6 oz., select varieties) $0.99
Printable Coupon:  $1/2 exp. rolling
Final Cost = $0.49 ea. wyb 2

Store Brand Hand Soap (7.5 oz., select varieties) $0.79

Totino's Pizza Rolls (7.5 oz., select varieties) $1.25
Printable Coupon:  $1/2 exp. rolling
Final Cost = $0.75 ea. wyb 2

Yellow or Zucchini Squash $0.99/lb.

Fiesta
Lucky Charms (11.5 oz.) $1.88
Printable Coupon:  $1/2 exp. rolling
Final Cost = $1.38 ea. wyb 2

Pop Secret Microwave Popcorn (3 ct.) $0.99
Printable Coupon:  $1/2 exp. rolling
Final Cost = $0.49 ea. wyb 2

Broccoli Crowns $0.99/lb.

Monday, September 6

CVS (September 5-11)

I couldn't make everything equal $5 this week.  However, for the things I bought, the grand total OOP is VERY reasonable!  Hope these savings are helpful to you too!

Transaction #1
Buy 1 pkg Stride Gum @ $1.29
Coupon:  FREE Stride Shift Gum wyb any Stride Gum exp. 10/31/10 (from SS 5/16/10)
Total OOP = $1.29
Earn $0.99 ECB's

Transaction #2
Buy 1 package Scott Paper Towels Mega 6 roll pack @ 4.99
Coupon:  $1/1 exp. 10/10/10 (from 8/29/10 SS)
Buy 2 Boxes Kellogg's Cereal @ $1.77 ea.
Coupon:  $1/2 (Raisin Bran, Corn Flakes, All Bran, Crispix, or Smart Start) exp. 9/26/10 (from 8/29/10 SS)
Pay with $0.99 ECB's earned in Transaction #1
Total OOP = $5.54

Grand Total OOP = $6.83

Walgreens (September 5-11)

$5 Scenario
Transaction #1
Buy 2 packages Quaker Granola Bars @ 2/$5
Coupon:  $0.75/2 exp. 9/18/10 (not sure which insert this was from, but I think it might have been Red Plum!) 
Total OOP = $4.25
Earn $2 RR's

Transaction #2
Buy 1 St. Ives Body Wash @ $2.99
Pay with $2 RR's earned in Transaction 1
Total OOP = $0.99
Earn $2 RR's 

Grand Total OOP = $5.24 
RR's Left to Spend Next Week = $2