All set for BBQ season....and then some...

We are now the proud owners of 58 bottles of Bullseye BBQ sauce. Yes, 58. I know what is running through your heads right now... That horrible "hoarder" word. Not true. We BBQ for most of the summer, which means alot of sauce will be used. Also, we usually have 3-4 large events where a fair amount of people come over for said BBQ. Also, family, friends and neighbours enjoy it too. And with the BOGO Free coupons, and the 3/$4.98 sale at Sobeys, you can't go wrong with $0.83 per bottle, when stores have charged upwards of $4.00 per bottle... Also picked up 24 Shiriff Dr. Oetker Pudding/Pie Filling mixes, 20 Mousses, 4 Creme Caramel, and 8 Mug Cake mixes. They come in handy for a quick dessert!

Am off to Walmart to get more of the Resolve Laundry Stain Remover tomorrow. It works out free with the $2 insert coupons from the weekend, and with all that BBQ sauce future spillage, we will definitely need it!

What deals have you been shopping for lately? I am on the hunt lately for toilet paper and paper towels! Will post more tomorrow when the sales flyers come! Happy clipping y'all!

CBC Radio Homestretch Program

Had an amazing interview with CBC Radio's Homestretch program today! This has definitely been an amazing week! You can check it out here:

Contest Winners and Global TV

I'm sure you have all been waiting....The winners for the Calgary Woman's Show tickets are Jamie L., Pauline C., Tina G., and Candace V. I have sent you all messages through Facebook. Congratulations and enjoy! I will be presenting 2 seminars over the weekend-Saturday at 1:30pm and Sunday at 4:00pm. Please see the schedule below:

Was on Global Calgary's Morning News today! Amazing experience, and also got to meet Lanny Macdonald! Off to CBC radio for 5:50pm this evening! Hope to see you at the Woman's show this weekend! Enjoy!

News & Updates for Today!

It has been a hectic few weeks! I appeared on City TV's Breakfast Television on Monday and had a blast! Thank you to everyone that took the time to watch it and thank you all for your kind words! I have created a permanent link for it on my Media/Public Relations Page.

On Friday, I will on Global TV's morning show at 7:50am, then airing on CBC radio in the afternoon. Then on the weekend, you can catch me at The Calgary Woman's Show! I will be hosting 2 seminars. On Saturday, it will be from 1:30-2:15 and on Sunday it will be from 4:00-4:45.

I'm sure you are all wondering...When is she going to do another giveaway??!! Right now? Sure! I have 4 pairs of tickets to this weekends Woman's Show, and I want to give them away!

All you have to do to enter, is "like" the corresponding giveaway post on the Calgary Coupon Momma Facebook Page and also "share" the post. Contest closes this Friday at noon! Winners will be notified via Facebook. Winners are responsible for pick-up of tickets. Good luck! And be sure to come by and say hi!

Until next time y'all!

Deals & Steals--How I saved $280 on bedding...

Have been doing a few shopping trips this past week, trying to work out my grocery budget and replenish stock. I am always on the hunt for insane bargains--with or without coupons.

Superstore is usually my go-to for clearance items, as you know from a trip I did last year. I went there with a list, a few coupons, and was planning on getting in and out fairly quickly. Did a wander, and found an amazing deal!

I bought 4 of these queen sized bedding sets. The staff member working in that section advised me that they are a final sale, as some of them are incomplete. Didn't put me off, as I wanted them for the duvets. The sets were all complete, which included a queen sized duvet, 2 pillow shams, a bed skirt, and 3 throw pillows. Regular price for each set? $80. I paid? $7.94. Making that $320 worth of bedding for a mere $31.76!!! Over 90% savings!

Safeway Trip #1

I tend to find some great deals at Safeway. Whether it be with coupons, or sales, or clearance, there is always something. On this trip, I spent $56.03, but saved $66.67! A 55% savings! The trip included:
-Hormel Bacon Bits $3.98 (Sale ) -$0.50 Tearpad = $3.48
-Nesquik Syrup $6.79 -$1 Printable WUB 4L milk =$5.79
-11x Baby Food $9.79
-5lb Robin Hood Flour $4.99 (sale price)-$1 tearpad =$3.99
-4x Kraft Dressing $14.64 -- BOGO sale =$7.32
-2x Red Rose Tea 144pk $9.98 (sale) - BOGO websaver coupon= $4.99 (Awesome deal!!!)
-2x Sunny Delight $9.16  - FPCx2 =FREE!! (Paid deposits)
-4x Cheecha Snacks $10.00 total (sale)-FPCx4=$FREE
-6x Energy Drinks $19.74 -B2G1 free sale =$13.16
-Minigo Yogurt $3.36 (sale) - $0.50 mailout coupon=$2.86 + $0.75 coupon for next time!
-4L 2% milk $4.69 (helped save $1 off Nesquik)
-Softsoap Body Wash $3.99 (sale) - $1 magazine coupon =$2.99

Safeway Trip #2--clearance!!!

-4x Huggies $64.00 (sale price) -50% clearance stickers =$32.00
-Huge Stuffed Pork Roast $22.00 - 50% clearance sticker =$11.00
Total paid: $44.55 Total saved: $60.60 with club card and clearance! 59% savings!

And the pull ups are only used on an as needed basis, so they will last quite awhile. The hubby was super excited about the roast---the thing is huge! Definitely a treat for us!


So, this week has been great! I saved about $480 total, and got some much needed items off of my grocery list. And kept my money where it belongs--in my pocket!

Be sure to check out Calgary CityTV Breakfast Television this Monday at 7:52am to catch me live!And keep an eye out here and on Facebook for some amazing giveaways coming soon! Happy clipping!

Update to London Drugs Couponing Policy

I received an email today from the head of public relations for London Drugs. They have updated their coupon policy again, and put heavier restrictions on it, due to couponers abusing the policy. Please see their updated information by clicking here!

You can NOT stack SC Johnson coupons any more, and they will NOT allow you to pre-order. Please be respectful of this change in the policy!

~Melissa~

More Donations and Updates

Definitely paid it forward today, when I visited the Crowfoot Safeway. Safeway, in conjunction with CTV Calgary, was holding a food drive called "Friends Helping Friends", with all donations going to the Calgary Food Bank. I went through my stockpile and filled box after box of food items: juice boxes, pasta, canned beans and tomatoes, juice jugs, peanut butter, jam, and more... Ended up overflowing a shopping cart with product that had a retail value of over $650. I felt amazing! I figure if I have gotten the product for free or close to free, and have extra, why not?!

Did some research on their website as well. Besides food donations, they are looking for Birthday Kits and other Fun Donations, to help out with the families that come through. Please take a look at these---it's a really neat way to donate something special! As well, their website lists items that they take, including hygiene products, diapers, etc., as well as drop off locations.

So, try to pay it forward. Even if it's dropping a can of soup off in a food bank bin once a week...

Until next time, happy clipping! There will be another giveaway coming soon, along with big news! Keep your eyes peeled!

Burrito Madness!

Have been busy in the kitchen the past couple of days, prepping some freezer meals. Made a batch of Breakfast Burritos and a batch of Smothered Burritos. It's always great to have meals set aside in the freezer for hectic dinner time rushes or late mornings! The recipes are below, and they double and triple quite easily!

Breakfast Burritos
2 tsp. oil
12 eggs
2 cups cheddar or monterey jack cheese, shredded
1 cup of chopped onions and red peppers
1/2 cup milk
salt and pepper to taste
12 medium flour tortillas
salsa

In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the milk, salt and pepper.

Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook onions and peppers until they start to get soft, and add egg mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until cooked through.

If tortilla shells are not soft and pliable, heat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.

Place about 1/2 cup egg mixture into each tortilla. Sprinkle with cheese and top with some salsa. Roll them up burrito style.

Wrap each tortilla in tin foil, and stack in large ziploc freezer bags. Freeze for up to one month.

To cook, bake in foil at 350F for 10-15 minutes.

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Smothered Burritos

Filling:

2 lbs. lean ground beef

1/2 cup chopped onion

3 cups low-fat cottage cheese

2 cups refried beans  

2-3 4oz. tins diced green chiles

1 1/2 tsp. chili powder

1/2 tsp. cumin

salt and pepper to taste

Sauce:

2-15 oz. cans tomato sauce

4 tsp. chili powder

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

2 tsp. ground cumin

1-4 oz. tin diced green chiles

12 large flour tortillas

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Brown the ground beef with the onions and drain off excess fat. Add the remaining filling ingredients and heat through.

Divide the mixture evenly among the tortillas. Roll up and place in 13X9X2-inch baking dishes (tinfoil disposables) treated with nonstick cooking spray. Mix the sauce ingredients and pour over burritos. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover with foil, label and freeze.

To serve, thaw the burritos. Bake in a preheated 350F oven for 40 minutes, or until heated and the cheese is melted. 

Makes 12 servings.

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Hope you enjoy guys! They are super tasty and easy to prepare! Until next time all, happy clipping and cooking!

I Am Now A Centre-Fold....And I Went Shopping To Celebrate!

So, my article was published in Metro Calgary newspaper today! Super exciting and it looked amazing! If you missed the paper version, you can check it out by clicking here! This will also be a regular fixed post on the Media/Public Relations Tab. A huge thank you goes out to Jeremy Nolais, reporter for Metro Calgary, for an amazing experience!! And a big thank you to my hubby for picking up 23 copies for me this morning, and to my parents for taking a copy to my Grams, who is in hospital right now.

Found out today that Global TV wants to do a story on me as well, and they are coming to our house tomorrow, then following me to the Calgary Drop In Centre to do a massive donation. Should be fun--will keep y'all posted!

Did a bit of shopping, with minimal coupons used at Safeway today--I love their clearance racks!

Paid $10.88, saved about $38-$40, factoring in clearance vs. reg. prices and $1.00 in coupons!

 Until next time, y'all happy clipping!

The Shaw Video

Filming With Shaw

So, it has been a hectic week. Wednesday was the second part of filming with Shaw TV, which was an amazing experience. Did a shopping trip at London Drugs while being filmed--never easy--but fun, nonetheless. It is amazing all of the opportunities that have been coming at me lately, slightly overwhelming though. Just as I am wrapping up filming with Shaw, I get contacted by a reporter from Metro newspaper, who wants to do a story on me. So, I have already completed part one of that interview, and the last part will be done at our house tomorrow. Should be printed next week in not only the Calgary paper, but across country hopefully! And Shaw should be airing next week. So it's a big week!

A big thank you to Rochelle and her adorable daughter for all of your help. And thank you to all of the staff at Beddington London Drugs. And thank you to Shaw TV for the opportunity. Here's details on the haul from the Shaw filming at London Drugs:

Paid $59.84, Saved $229.24 (coupons and price matching)

This haul includes: 2x Rubbermaid Med. Size Glass Storage Dishes, 1x Poise Pads, 3 U by Kotex Pads, Liners and Tampons, 4x Airwick Oil Starter Kits, 1x Mega Pack Huggies Diapers, 1x ColdSore FX, 4x Splenda, 3x Assorted Benylin Cold Products, 1x Tylenol Cold Complete, 1x BreatheRight Strips, 11x Clean & Clear Body Wash and 8x Assorted Windex Triggers.  Amazing trip--stocked for awhile, and have some great items for donations!

As for the shopping trip at London Drugs for Metro Newspaper, I went smaller, but still scored some wicked deals!

Paid $19.92, Saved $78.75!!!

This haul included: 1x Vileda Rubber Gloves, 6x Clean & Clear Body Wash, 1x Arm & Hammer Toothpaste, 1x Breathright Strips, 2x Splenda, 3x Pediasure Packs, 12x Hunts Tomato Paste.

I will keep everyone posted on print and television release dates! Happy clipping y'all!

Walmart Trip

So after my major health problems this week, including 2 emergency room visits which warranted 2 minor surgeries, a severe drug reaction, portable iv, and pain...., I decided to go to Walmart for a much deserved couponing trip! Took it slow, the store was hellishly busy, but found what I went for. And, I had an amazing cashier--that always makes such a huge difference--and she did awesome!

Walmart had some great sales this week, with or without coupons! Took advantage of a few of them, as you can see in the picture below!

Total Cost: $13.91 (incl. tax), Saved $57.76 (including sales and coupons)
-20x Catelli Pasta----Reg. $2.19ea, Sale $1.00 each, Used 20x$0.75 tearpad coupons FINAL:$0.25ea
-14x Fancy Feast Treat Dishes----Reg. $1.77ea, Sale $1.13ea, Used 7x$1WUB2 cpn.FINAL:$0.63ea
-2x Charmin Toilet Seat Covers----$1.00 ea, Used Save $3WUB2 coupon FINAL:Free plus $1.00+

All in all, a good trip. Can never go wrong with pasta, and the kitties will be happy with their treats!

Happy clipping all!

News and Latest Haul

So, alot of you already know, mostly through facebook, that another TV opportunity has come about. I will be starting filming with ShawTV Friday, and then finishing up the show on couponing on February 8, with a full fledged shop at London Drugs. Needless to say, I have been spending most of my time prepping, clipping, emailing, setting everything up, and trying not to get stressed! Also, met with a fellow couponer tonight who will be with me during filming, and we did some couponing at London Drugs. Thank goodness she was there--definitely helped out! You can see the results below--figured I should get some practice in before it gets filmed!

Paid $42.47, Saved $181.33!!!! Details below!

The haul included: 9x Glade Scented Oil 2pk. refills, 4x Glade candles, 2x Splenda (with bonus $5 restaurant gift card), 3x Dove hair care, 6x Scrunge 2pk. sponges, 1x Schick Razor Refills, 1x Hydrasense, 4x Hunts Tomato Paste, 1x Breathe Right Advanced Strips, 1x Ensure 6pk., 1x Tylenol Cold Complete, 2x Benylin Cold Meds.

All in all, it was a good haul, as we use alot of the scented oil products--I love them!

Until next time all, happy clipping!

Huge Haul!!!

Was definitely an amazing coupon day. Decided to pull off a big haul at London Drugs, so I took the time, pre-stacked my coupons, made my list, dropped Liam off at preschool and off I went. Grabbed my cart, and shopped. And shopped. And shopped.... And handed over coupons. And this is the end result:

 2x Melitta 2lb. coffee beans, 2x Melitta coffee filters, 2x French's Mustards, 2x Pam spray, 6x Wasa Crackers, 4x Adam's Peanut Butter, 9x Smuckers Jam, 1x Honey Nut Chex Cereal, 2x Colgate 360 Toothbrushes, 6x Aveeno shower gels, 2x Zest shower gels, 2x 6-pack Zest bar soaps, 2x Glade Limited Edition Room sprays, 2x pledge polishes (+mail-in for 2 free microfibre cloths!!), 1x Scrubbing bubbles cleaner, 1x Fantastik, 2x Clorox bleach, 2x 48pack Quantum Detergent, 3x 20 pack Quantum Detergent.

Total Bill Before Coupons: $262.58
Minus Coupons: $165.00
Total Paid: $97.58 !!!!!

Was an awesome shopping trip. The coffee was a splurge, but after coupons was $6.99 per bag, and it was $16.97 at Wal-Mart per bag!!! Low prices my ass!And, still have enough coupons left to stack to get 10 more quantum, 15 more jams, 10 more peanut butter, and more coffee filters.

Am looking at setting up a few coupon trading sessions in the near future, which would include a swap, tips and tricks and grocery budget tips! Let me know if you are interested!
Until next haul...happy clipping!

I'm Back & Ready To Save!

It has been a few months since I have posted anything on here. I'll admit it, I needed a break. What started off as a way to show off my deals and steals turned into a huge thing--something I wasn't ready for at the time. So, I took a much needed break, still did some couponing, and regrouped. I am back on board, back to extreme couponing as much as I can, and gearing up for more couponing classes, as well as the much anticipated "Grocery Savings Class". Alot of you have requested it, I am working on a class plan and schedule, so stay tuned for that!! Will also be doing coupon mail-outs as soon as I get my stash organized--will definitely be more organized with that, as the emails became overwhelming. There will be limits and restrictions on quantities and locations.

Another reason why I took a break from it all, was the frustration of shelf clearing. I mean, really, do you need to clean out a shelf of Aspirin, and then battle with ME at the till, telling me it's for charity? Hmmm.... Nonetheless... I use coupons to save my family money, as well as donating the free or almost free excess product to low-income families and shelters. It is my contribution to our family, as a stay at home mom. It is what allows us to do extra outings, travel, and have a treat every now and then.

Onto the good stuff. A few deals and coupons this week:
---Huge money maker at Wal-Mart this week. By using the printable Tylenol coupon found HERE for each 16- count bottle, you make $1.77. Remember, Wal-Mart has a limit in place of 12 of the same item. Still, 12 bottles with overage means you make $21.24! That's enough to cover a few groceries!
--Wednesday Sept. 21 is a 20X the points event at Shoppers Drug Mart (with a minimum $50 purchase). You can view their current flier HERE! And remember to check their clearance racks--they usually have some wicked deals to match up coupons with!
--Want to add some crunch to your diet? Try out Wasa crackers with this printable coupon. They are great with melted cheese or tuna salad. Or both!
--And for fixing up cuts and scrapes, save on Band-Aid's by clicking here.

So keep in touch, drop me a line, and stay tuned. I'm back and ready to save!

Big Changes & Bigger Hauls

So, as most of you know, my hubby lost his job last night. Completely unexpected by everyone, leaving us completely numb and confused. He had been there for 10 years, so we definitely didn't see this coming. Thank you to everyone for your amazing support--it is definitely appreciated! On the flip side though, thank goodness for couponing. Other than it being therapeutic, it is a necessity now! I am so glad that I starting building up a stockpile of necessary items too! A 1 year supply of dish soap, 2+ years of cleaning supplies, 6 months of laundry soap, 1 year of dryer products, 3 months of diapers--he will potty train soon, 3-4 months of toilet paper and paper towels, and other assorted products to cover us. Very thankful. Not to mention, ziploc bags and containers! So, at least with the stockpile, it takes off some of the financial stress that may arise!

And, as most of you know as well, I will be doing a segment on Friday May 13th on Calgary CityTV Breakfast Television. Discussing extreme couponing, what else! Should be awesome--very excited! So be sure to watch, I will try to get a clip of it for all of you to see!

The newspaper has cut me off of my supply of inserts--they cut everyone off that was lucky enough to get them, as TOO many people were calling to ask for them, and the suppliers--Redplum, Smartsource and Brandsaver--were getting testy about it. One of the reps from Brandsaver even called me, and was pretty nasty. So to them I say: Whatever! I already have other sources, never fear! It's hilarious though, as all of the extras, instead of saving people money, will now go into a big shredder. Nice! Good on ya... Am I bitter? Maybe... *giggles*

The moments you guys have been waiting for. Pics and details of my recent hauls--have been going bigger, harder and better. I have to now for sure! Here they are:

Walmart:

All of this cost $5.59. Seriously. Love overages. Should have cost $96.28. A savings of $90.69!!!!!

 London Drugs:

3X Pampers, 3X Wipes, Jumbo Head & Shoulders (PM'd Shoppers), 8X Old Spice Shower Gel--Cost: $9, Saved: $72 in coupons, $21 by price-matching!

Pampers Diapers and Wipes (FREE), 4X Stayfree Pads (FREE), 2X Tide Liquid: $4 for both! Savings: $43 with coupons, another $9 by price matching!

2X Pampers, 4X Wipes and 1X Easy-Ups Cost: $2, Saved: $46 with coupons, $24 by price-matching!!

 So there you have it! It's been a hellish few days, but we can get through it. And hey, I've still got my coupons! Happy clipping everyone!

Getting Juiced & Keeping Hairy Legs At Bay

I want to thank everyone for their fantastic support with my blog, facebook page and emails! I didn't realize my blog would become this popular! Thank you!! Slightly overwhelming, but it's keeping me out of trouble! Not keeping me from shopping though!

A big thank you for the email from Lina over at Grocery Alerts--will definitely look into the coupon trader application--will be easier for everyone! Have been working my butt off getting all the envelopes done--should be all out by Monday!

Had an interesting thought provoking type conversation with my favorite lady at Shoppers Drug Mart. She made an awesome point about extreme couponing and hoarding. Extreme couponing is fine, as long as it does not exceed or cross over into hoarding. But, keeping a good and healthy supply of necessities, like toilet paper (not for 40 years), paper towels, cleaning products, and non perishables is fine. Smart really. What would happen if there was a job loss, especially in a single income family!?! At least you would have your basics covered, and then you just have to worry about the fresh stuff! Something for every one to consider!

Here are my deals for today. Hit Wal-Mart and London Drugs today, got some great deals! Here goes!

Walmart:

5X Crest=$0.65 Saved $3.75, 2X Venus Razors=$4 Saved $4, 12X Gillette Foam=Free!! +Credit of $4.76 Saved $15.24!, Special K Bars=$1.50 Saved $0.50, 6X Oasis Juice=$11.88 Saved=$6.00 SEE BELOW FOR COUPON LINK AND BONUS!

Wal-Mart has these juices on sale right now for $2.98. The printable coupon can be found here for $1 off, which brings it down to $1.98 each. The sweetest part of getting the juice: Under the label on each bottle is another coupon for a FREE 1L of Oasis juice! Bonus!

London Drugs:

2X Pampers & 2XWipes--Pricematched Shoppers--Paid $7.97 Saved $38!, 2X Herbal Essences--Paid $0.98, Saved $6, 2X Lysol--Paid $2.00 Saved $5.38, 2X Aveeno Lotion-Paid $1 Saved $9.00!!

 

Hope that helps! Price matching and coupon stacking is key at London Drugs! More adventures to come tomorrow! Going to Wal-mart with the hubby so I can double coupon and get double overages back! Wish us luck! Will keep you all posted! Happy clipping!

Coupon Stock, Tips, Tricks, and Deals!

Hello Hello! Needed to take a day to organize my coupons and figure out some shopping trips! And also, to do up a list of current coupons that I have stock of! You can check that out on the Current Coupon Stock tab at the top of the blog. I figured it would simplify things, as I have had a very large amount of emails requesting coupons. Don't get me wrong, I love getting emails! But I needed to come up with a system to tackle it!! So let me know what you think!

On that note, I have been receiving alot of emails with questions. Questions about how I get so many coupons, how to use them, how I get my deals, store policy information. I would love to answer them all---and here goes!

Yes, I get multiple copies of inserts--Red Plum, Smartsource, and Brandsaver (limited on those). It took alot of phone calls, begging and pleading. Trust me. I also have an agreement with a convenience store by my house, and they let me raid their papers--an excellent option for everyone, especially little mom and pop type stores! With regards to getting multiple mail out coupons, I have multiple email addresses and 3 mailing addresses that they go to. Printable coupons are easy--just print more!!!

I have favorite stores, as everyone does. London Drugs--they allow coupon stacking. Enough said. Superstore is great too--you can use one of their coupons from their wall, as well as 1 manufacturer coupon on an item. Wal-Mart is great too, as they pay the overage amount onto your bill if your coupon amount is more than the actual item price. Great to use on trial sizes--some coupons do specify that you can not use it on trial size, so be cautious.

Sales fliers can be your best friend. I love when the new ones come out. You can use them to scout out the best possible deals with coupons, you can use them to pricematch at other stores.

If you find a good deal, buy as many as you can afford. When I find household items, like toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies, etc., on sale or on sale plus coupons, I do tend to stock up. Last night, I bought 5 of the big jars of Cheez Whiz--on sale for $4.87 at No Frills, plus another $1 off each with coupons. Or the 1 Litre jars of Bicks dill pickles. Bought 4, as they were on sale for $1.99 each, and then I had $0.75 off coupons, so $1.24 per jar. Crest Toothpaste was on sale at Safeway for $0.99 per tube, and I had $0.75 off coupons, so I bought 8 of them at $0.24 per tube. Couldn't pass them up! Plus I love pickles!!

I think I've covered all that I can. Did another run to London Drugs yesterday and did really well:

Spent $30--Saved $120!!! 2X Bounty $8(both)-saved $12, Bounce Dryer Bar-$2.99-Saved $2, 2X Lysol Toilet Cleaner-$2.38(both)-Saved $4, 4X Head & Shoulders-$1.49each saved $10, 6X Gillette Deodorant-FREE Saved $16, 8X Old Spice Shower Gel-Free--Saved $32, 8X Olay Body Wash-FREE-Saved $40

Always fun shopping at London Drugs! Tomorrow it's off to Wal-mart and Canadian Tire-they have the Vileda ProMist mop and refills on sale!! Hope you all enjoyed! Happy clipping!

Day 1 Of The Shopping Marathon...

It seems that my blog/facebook page has increased in popularity--thank you to everyone! And a huge shout out to Cassie at Mrs. January for such a sweet mention in her blog! Glad your box arrived safe and sound! It also means that I can shop/coupon more! Well, that's what I told my hubby as an excuse anyways! It was a long day, but I was prepared for it. Had my lists, coupons and price match flyer ready, dropped the kiddo off at preschool--we barely made it, he has taken a liking to sleeping until 10am--then was off to Superstore. Here are some pictures and details of my finds! Coupon savings were $38.33!! And spent enough to get the 3 free green bins!!

4X Herbal Essences Conditioner--$2.39ea. minus 4X $0.50 off coupons=$1.89 each Saved $2! (brandsaver insert)

8X Dove Body Wash--$3.99 each minus 4X $2 Coupon Zone coupons & 4X $2 Tearpads=$1.99 each Saved $8!

Meat...Steaks, Stew Beef, and Pork Stir Fry strips... Saved $14.99--after cost: $35.04!

12X Ocean Spray Juice--$2.48 each on sale minus 12X $1 off printable coupons=$1.48 each! Saved $12!

So all in all it was a great haul! Saved a good amount of money, stocked my freezer and my juice stash... Then there was London Drugs.... Used double Tide coupons, and got 4 bottles of 64 Load Tide for $24. And alot more... the pics below will explain... My coupon savings were $99.00, and my pricematching to Safeway, saved me $15!

4X Bounce Dryer Bars--$3.99ea. after 2X $0.50 cpns on each, 2X Dryer Sheets--$3.99 each after 2X $0.50 cpns on each, 2X Cover Girl Lip Gloss--$6.98 after sale price & cpns (saved $5) & 2X Cover Girl Eye Shadow--$8.58 for both after cpns (Saved$5)

2X Venus Embrace Razors--$13.98 after $10 in cpns, 2X Nice 'n Easy dyes--$3.98 for both after $10 in cpns, 2X Natural Instincts Dyes--$0.98!!!!! for both after $13 in cpns, 2X Head & Shoulders Conditioner--$1.98 for both after $6 in cpns, Venus Razor--$4.99 after $6 in cpns: Sadly, it will be a one time use, as the refills are $15.99!! CRAZY!

Pampers Diapers--Reg $38.99, pricematched to $26.99 (Safeway), Wipes--$4.99... Used $14 in cpns, got both for $17.98!!

Then a quick stop for yogurt at Co-op, supposed to be on sale... got yogurt and this:

2X Fruit Trays--Reg $19.98 less 50% coupons on package--$9.99!! Yum!

Very successful day! Gonna smell great, not show my roots, kiddo will have a butt cover, no static cling, and get my vitamin c quotient, not to mention be prepped for bbq season for a bit!!!

Hope all of this helps! I love all the feedback you guys send me! Keep it coming! Until next time, happy clipping!!!