Back in the saddle with couponing.

So I've taken some time off from couponing, because I had enough stuff. We were pleased to have a stockpile large enough to share with all of our out of town guests for our wedding last year. And I LOVE being able to give things away to someone who needs it. Or just blessing someone by offering to let them take a few things while they are over visiting. Currently, I am wanting to start doing college care packages. So, needless to say, all of that dips into our stockpile. I noticed the other day that hubby is down to about 3 deodorants in the deodorant container. Uh oh. So I've been back in the swing of it, and probably spending too much out of excitement as I build up my stores again. :) Below I've shared a few transactions that I did last week. I'm pretty proud of them! *Note- I didn't list out which deals gave me back Balance Reward points or Extra Bucks, just listed the amount I received after the total.


Walgreens:

(2) Softsoap body wash- $3 each (reg. $4.79)
used (2) .50/1
and (2) $1/1 Wags coupon booklet
FP= $1.50 each

(2) Oreo small packs- .99 each (reg. $2.49)
used $1/2
FP= .49 each

(3) Optic White toothpaste- $2.99 each (reg. $4.89)
used (3) .75/1
and $3/3 Wags coupon booklet
FP= $1.24 each

(3) Optic White mouthwash- $2.99 each (reg. $4.99)
used (3) $1/1
and $3/3 Wags coupon booklet
FP= $.99 each

(2) Hefty zipper storage bags- $2.00 each (reg. $3.49)
used $1/2
FP= $1.50 each

(2) Scott Naturals paper towels 6 pks.- $5.00 each
used (2) .50/1
and (2) $1/1Wags coupon booklet
FP= $3.50 each

Total before sales and coupons- $61.18 + tax

After sales, coupons, and $4 of Register Rewards- $16.67 + tax

That's a savings of 73%! Plus, I earned 250 Balance Rewards Points through Walgreens new program.

CVS:

(1) Softsoap body wash- $3.50 (reg. $3.89)
used .50/1
FP= $3 each

(1) Softsoap hand soap- $3.50 (reg. 4.99)
used .35/1
FP= $3.15 each

(2) 2L Pepsi- $1.00 each (reg.$1.99)

(2) Dawn dish soap- .96 each (reg. $1.87)
used (1) .75/1
and (1) .50/1
FP= .21 and .46

(1) Swiffer refill- $7.49 (reg. $11.49)

(1) Olay bodywash- $5.50 (reg. $7.99)

(1) Covergirl concealer- $12.99
(1) Covergirl eyeshadow- $2.99 (reg. $5.99- B1G1 50% off deal)
used (1) $3/1
and (1) $1/1
and $4/ $12 cosmetics purchase CVS coupon
FP= $7.98 for both items

(2) Old Spice deodorants- $5.49 and $2.74 (B1G1 50% off deal)
used $1/2
FP= $7.23 for both items

(2) Newspapers- $2.00 each

(2) Travel sized Tresseme shampoos- .99 each
used $2/2 CVS coupon
FP= free

Total before sales and coupons- $72.02 + tax

After sales, coupons, $10/$50 purchase CVS coupon, and $7 EB's- $24.02 + tax

That's a savings of 67%! Plus, I earned $16 back in EB's!


Giant Eagle:

(4) Northland Juice- $4.24 each
Buy one get one free sale
FP= 4 @ $2.12 each

(1) Scope mouthwash- $2.50
used .75/1
FP= $1.00

(2) DeLallo Pasta- $2.48 each
Buy one get one free sale
FP= $1.24 each

(1) Fresh Express salad- $1.00

1/2 lb. Deli Turkey- $5.99/lb.
FP= $3.17

1 lb. Deli Ham- $4.99/lb.
FP= $5.04

Beef Stew Meat- $6.13

(2) Reynold's foil- $3.00 each (reg. $4.39 each)
used (2) .55/1
FP= $1.90 each

(6) Tampax Pearl/Radiant tampons- $3.00 each (reg. $4.99)
used (3) $2.50/2
and (3) $1/2 GE coupons
FP= $1.50 each

(1) Icy Hot- $2.99 (reg. $3.99)
used $1/1
and $2/1 GE coupon
FP= free

(1) 3 pk. disposable foil pans- $1.00 (reg. $2.39 each)

(3) Bounty napkins- $1.00 each (reg. $1.29 each)
used  (3) .25/1
FP= .50 each

(4) Bounty single roll paper towels- $1.00 each (reg. $1.69 each)
used (4) .25/1
FP= .50 each

Total before sales and coupons (according to my receipt- not all the regular prices are listed on there!)- $95.49 + tax

Total after sales and coupons- $44.60 + tax

That's a savings of 53%!

My Favorite Deals: Giant Eagle 12/1-12/7

There isn't a whole lot that I'm after this week at GE. Here are a few deals I'm going to grab when I head out to grocery shop!

Free Dozen Giant Eagle Eggs WYB 2 Country Crock Soft Spreads at $3.50 each 
Use .40/1 Printable, Printable 
FP: $5.40 for 2 butters and 1 dozen eggs   

V8 Splash Smoothies- $1.99
Use $1/1 
FP: .99 each 

International Delight Creamer- $3
Use .55/1 Printable
FP: $1.90

Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls, Grands, Golden Layers, or Crescent Rolls- $1
Use .50/1 Cinnamon Rolls
or .55/3 Crescents 
or .40/3 Grands 
*There are also a variety of printables floating around out there! :)
FP: ALA Free! 




 

My Giant Eagle Favorites 11/10-11/16

First let me say, I don't always have all of the applicable coupons for a sale. That is why I love to sit with the ad at the beginning of the sale week while I am logged into Ebay. Rather than buy a million newspapers, I order a large amount of a certain coupon when I see a sale I'd like to stock up on. Sometimes I have coupons given to me, and sometimes I will buy several papers if I feel like I am running low on a lot of things. Other than that, I use my printables and do my basic grocery shopping. I can do this now because I am in a nice comfy spot with my stockpile. It allows me to relax and not coupon like crazy ALL the time!

Here is what I really like at Giant Eagle this week:

Del Monte Canned Vegetables- 20 for $10 WYB 20 (.50 each)


1 FREE Wilton baking pan WYB 4 of the following items at $2.50 each:
     -Bisquick
       Use .50/1 Printable, Printable, or from 11/13
        Or .50/1 eoffer

     -Gold Medal Flour
        Use .25/1 Printable
   
     -Betty Crocker Muffin Mix
       Use $1/2 Printable , Printable


Duncan Hines Cake Mix, Brownie Mix, or Frosting - 4 for $5 ($1.25 each)
Use .50/1 Duncan Hines Cake Mix or Comstock (I didn't get these but I found them on Ebay!)
FP:  .25 each! 

*You can also use the .50/1 coupon on the Comstock Pie Filling, and pair it with another great coupon: Free Duncan Hines Cake Mix WYB 2 Comstock Fruit Fillings! Not sure what the price is on the filling yet, but I can't wait to find out! 

Newman's Own Salsa or Pasta Sauce- $2.50 each
Use .50/1
FP: $1.50 each 


Sargento Shredded Cheese- $2.50
Use .55/1 Printable 
FP: $1.40 each 

International Delight Coffee Creamer- $1.50
Use .55/1 Printable , Printable
FP:  .40

Chex Cereals- 3 for $5 WB 3 ($4 off instantly)
Use (3) $1/1 (I was able to find these on Ebay!)
FP:  3 boxes for $2


Nature Valley Granola Bars- $2.50 each
Use .75/1 Granola Thins - if included!
Or .50/1 Sweet and Salty- if included
Or .75/2 Granola Bars or Nut Clusters
FP: ALA $1 each, if these kinds are part of the sale! 


Ragu Pasta Sauce- $1.25 each
Use .50/1 (I found these on Ebay- they are in Spanish, and say "valid at Fiesta," but are a manufacturer coupon. Hope I don't have any problems, because this is going to be a great price!)
FP:  .25!!

Schick Disposable Razors- $5.39 each
Use $6/2 (I printed this a while back, and I plan to see if it will work with this sale!) 
FP: $2.39 each, if this coupon matches the sale item!




Buy Any 2 at $9.99 each, get a bonus 20 cents in Fuel Perks:
     - Quilted Northern Bath Tissue, 18 double rolls
   
     - Sparkle Paper Towels, 12 big or 12 large rolls
        Use $1/1 
         FP: $8.99

     - Brawny Paper Towels, 8 giant rolls
        Use .50/1 2 roll or larger
        FP: $8.99 
     
    - Angel Soft Bath Tissue, 24 double rolls
       Use .50/1 6 double rolls or larger 
       FP: $8.99 each  

*I'm not in love with this deal, but I really need paper towels, and who doesn't love Fuel Perks?? :)



Well, that's a highlight of my faves at Giant Eagle for the week! I wonder how many I'll be able to get! As a note, I look for the newspaper coupons to match myself, by searching my beloved binder, and also Ebay and coupon clipping sites. I do search other great blogs for where to find the best Printable coupons, and I will always try to give credit by pointing you in their direction to show some LOVE!

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