Build A Bear Gift Card Offer

Build A Bear is currently offering a great promotion. When you buy $30 in gift cards you can buy $10 gift card for $5. You spend $35 and get $40 in gift cards. If you paired this with some of their coupons you could make your $40 go along way. If you had 2 of the $5 off a $10 animal you get get 2 animals for $10 plus tax. You could then use the other $30 in gift cards on accessories. There is also a $10 off $40 purchase coupon out there. If you had that coupon you could then get a few more accessories with your gift cards. I love to get the most for my money.

Mailbox Goodies

My mailman has been busy over the past two weeks. Here is some of what I got:

December issue of "Traditional Home", I signed up for a free 3 year subscription. I enjoy this magazine.

A coupon from Kraft First Taste try Jello's new Mousse Temptations for free plus a $1.50 off coupon for another one. If you are not a member of Kraft First Taste I recommend you sign up.

Vocalpoint sent out coupons for Del Monte Sun Fresh Fruit . It came with a rubber grip jar opener. The coupons are buy one get one free plus $1 off.

A coupon for One Free Stretch Island Fruit Company or FruitaBu Product a $4 off value.

I wrote to Campbell Soups about how much we like their Select Harvest Soups. In return for my email they sent me a coupon for $2 off any Campbell product. If there is something you like you might want to email that company and tell them how much you like their product. You never know what you may get in return.

Fisher-Price had a free DVD sample of "Precious Places". I requested one copy of this and some how with in days I received two of them. They will make great stocking stuffer for two of my nieces.

I got another sample of Oregon Chai Tea Latte. It will also be a great addition to someones Christmas stocking.

Kohl's also sent $10 gift cards to be used December 3 - 12. I will use it for a Christmas gift or birthday present.

Hallmark also sent out $5 off $20 purchase coupon. It came with 30% off coupon for boxed Christmas Cards.

This time of year you may receive some great coupons in the mail or your email I try to make the most of them.

Magazine Subscriptions As Gifts

Moms By Heart has put together a great list of magazines that would make great gifts this holiday season. You can check the list out here.

Thanks to Moms By Heart for this great list.

I Won A Box of Cupcakes

Ok, so it is only a box of cupcakes from Little Debbie's but I still won. I got the coupon in the mail today. They had a sweepstakes back in October and they gave 125,000 coupons for a box of their chocolate cupcakes. I like cupcakes, I really like free cupcakes.

Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Men

While I was shopping on Saturday I came across a great stocking stuffer for the men on my list. Home Depot has small screwdrivers for $.49 cents. They come in either a flat head or a phillips head. At that price I got on of each for the men on the list. I also found at Menard's small cans of nuts priced at $.99 each.

Printable Coupons

Be sure to checkout some of the new coupons available at Coupons.com. There are coupons for Dole Canned Fruit, Starkist Tuna, Minute Rice, and Delizza Patisserie Desserts. Be sure use your back button.

Free 2010 Calendar from Betty Crocker

I was able to get 2009 calendar. It is wonderful and very appealing hanging the kitchen. In order to get the 2010 calendar you have to sign up to receive one of the newsletters offered. You can go here to request your calendar. If you already receive the newsletters check your email for an offer to get this great calendar.

Thanks to It's Hip 2 Save.

Sunday Inserts

I checked out the upcoming insert schedule for the rest of the year. It looks like there will be only 3 Sundays with inserts. This weekend there is just one insert from Smart Source. There no inserts weekend after Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Years. So in December 6TH & 13TH are only two weekends with inserts. I will be saving money on extra papers then. I like saving money but I also like getting coupons. I will try and post about a many printable coupons as I can during this busy time of year.

Save $.50 Off Any Package Of Driscoll Berries

Driscoll's is offering a coupon to save $.50 on one package of their berries. The best part is the coupons don't expire until April 2010. You print them now and save them until some of the berries are back in season. You can get your couponhere. Remember to use your back button.

Santa Spuds at Target

I told you about the Santa Spuds in a previous post. I had to go to Target today I so surprised to find the shelf full of Santa Spuds. I had him in my hands when I noticed that Target has raised the price from $5.99 to $6.99. It is still good deal after using a $5 off coupon. I decide to wait and check at the other Target in the area. I told my sister over at A Mommy On A Mission about this and she they still are priced at $5.99 at her local Target. I may still get it at the new price or my wait until closer to Christmas to see if they go on sale. So don't be surprised if you see them at a new higher price.

Meijer Deals

I decide this is the last Saturday I am going shopping until after Christmas the stores were crazy. It could also be the fact I have a part time retail job and the last place I want to be on a Saturday is a packed retail store. My stops were very profitable and I enjoyed watching my bill go down. At Meijers I saved $50.34 by using coupons with the sale prices. I did get several items for free. The best deal was Sara Lee pies are 2 for $5. I was able to get French Silk pies for $1.50 after using my $1 off printable coupons I told you about in a previous post. I also still had some of the $1 off Sara Lee Cheesecakes coupons from a Sunday insert from awhile ago. I was able to get cheesecake for $1.49 each. I also had $1 off Mrs. Edwards single serving slices of pie so I got them for $.33 each. My freezer is now stocked with desserts and with the holidays fast approaching I am prepared. I also picked Select Harvest Soups for $.29 a can after my $1 off coupons. I used my free egg coupon that I got last week and got a dozen eggs for free. I bought much more but those are highlights of my trip.

Free Sample of Millstone Coffee from Walmart

Update I received my sample just before Christmas.

Walmart has added a new sample to their website. You can request a sample of Millstone Coffee here.

$1 Off Ghiradelli Squares

I found this great money saving coupon on the Walmart Website. I missed the one on Coupons.com. I happened to be at Walmart.com signing up for a sample. When I spotted an ad for Ghiradelli Christmas Squares. I watched ad and at the end was this great coupon. I now need a great sale. You can get your coupon here. I wouldn't wait on this one and don't forget to use your back button.

Coupon for $1 Off Ultra Puffs

You can request a coupon to save $1 on Ultra Puff tissues here. It is coming via the mailman, so you will want to keep watch for it.

Thanks to Moms By Heart.

Free Philosophy Gingerbread Foaming Shower Gel Sample

I got my sample just in time for Christmas.

Philosophy makes great stuff. When you become a fan on Facebook you can request a free sample. You first must have a Facebook account, sign in and then go here, click on the blue button that says Go to Application, a form should pop up fill in the form and submit. You should get a free sample.

Thanks to Moms By Heart.

CVS coupons

I received an email from CVS with 2 different coupons available. You can save $4 on a $20 purchase. Te other is to to get their Green Tag free. This is a tag you attach to a reusable bag. Each time you use that bag, they will scan the green tag. After every 4Th visit you get $1 ECB. The tag is normally $.99, so it would take four visits to pay for the tag. That is a great coupon to use for sure,both coupons expire on 11/22/09. So check your email.

Free Sample Always Infinity Pads

Walmart is offering this great sample offer. If you have requested before from them you can request it again. So go here to get your free sample these usually come great money saving coupons.

Thanks to It's Hip 2 Save.

Printable Libby's Vegetable Coupon

There a printable coupon to save $.50 when you purchase two cans of Libby's Vegetables. When you combine this coupon with a sale you could get some inexpensive veggies. You can get your coupon here.

Thanks to Cherry Picker Blog for this great coupon offer.

$5 Off Coupons for Hallmark

Several magazines in their December issues have these great coupons for Hallmark. You can see the list and location here. I get some of these publications for free. My only paid magazine subscription is to "All You" and I got that with a great discount at Amazon.com back in the spring. I never pay full price for a magazine I usually pick them up at Joann Fabrics with a 40% off coupon from time to time. Joann's does put their magazines on sale when they have 50% off coupon out. So you might check before you head there to pick up a magazine.

Thanks to Freebies 4 Mom.

Printable Campbell's Coupons

Campbell's has posted $15 in printable money saving coupons on their website. You can access themhere. They will make for some great deals when combined with a sale. They expire December 31, 2009.

Thanks to Coupon Cravings.

Free Sample of Stacy's Simple Naked Pita Chips

"All You" magazine is offering this great sample. Go here to request you sample. If you are not familiar with this great magazine be sure to checkout the list of coupons in the December issue here. You can only purchase this great magazine at Walmart.

Free Steaz Organic Iced Teaz at Target

You can go here to print a coupon to get a free can of Steaz Organic Iced Teaz. This would a great time to try something new.

Thanks to It's Hip 2 Save.

Sara Lee Pie & Reddi Whip for $2 at Meijer

I had to make a quick trip to Meijers. I went to get frosting, cookie mixes, tuna,and Chex Mix. I talked about the great savings on these items in a previous posting. Awhile I was there decide to check and see if their Sara Desserts were sale sure enough the pies were 2 for $5. I picked one pie and used $1 off coupon from here. If you don't see it use zip code 90210. I then decided to get some Reddi Whip for my pie. I headed to the dairy section found and thought I was getting a deal at $.96 after my coupon. I checked out and discover the the Reddi Whip is on sale for $1.50. So I only paid $.50, I would have bought more if I had only know there were no sale signs on it. I used a $.50 off coupon from last Sunday inserts. I don't know how long this sale is going on for but it would be good time to stock up on holiday desserts. I see myself heading back to Meijer in the near future to get some more dessert items.

A Free Sample of Crest Extra White Plus Scope

You can request a free sample of Crest Extra White Plus Scope toothpaste here. I save these samples and put them in my Operation Christmas Child Boxes or I donate my extra samples to a local shelter.

Thanks to Budget Helpers.

I Can't Believe It's Not Butter Deal at Target

I haven't check this deal out yet but I will tomorrow. Some Targets have is product priced at $1.87. When you combine the Redplum 75 cent off Target coupon from here with the manufacturer's coupon for 75 cents off from here . You will only spend 37 cents out of pocket. I know the Target pricing is regional so your out of pocket could be more or less.

Thanks once again to It's Hip 2 Save.

Update: This was the price at my local Target.

November Newsletter from Kraft First Taste

If you receive this newsletter in your email. You might want to check for it. This month you can choose from Mousse Temptations by Jello or General Mills International Lattes. I choose mousse not a coffee drinker. If you are not a member you can sign up here. You never know what you might get to try for free. I have had Shells & Cheese, Flatbread Pizza, Deli sandwiches and many other items. They were good and free.

Free Sample of Lipton Green Tea

Lipton is currently offering a sample pack of their green tea. You will be able to choose from four different varieties. Go here to request your free sample. It says you should receive it within 6 to 8 weeks. I hope so this would make another great item to put in someone's Christmas stocking.

Thanks to It's Hip 2 Save.

4 Betty Crocker Frostings for $1 at Meijer

Right now at Meijers Betty Crocker tubs of frosting on sale for $1.49 each. If you use two of the printable coupons from here and two coupons from Sunday's inserts. Plus a coupon from Meijer Mealbox. You will get four frosting's for $1. Because they will will double you manufacturers coupons to a $1 each and the Meijer Mealbox coupon is $1 off four. As long as your manufacturers coupons are for $.50 off. A good time to stock up with the holidays coming or would make a great donation to a local food pantry. You could also pick some of the Betty Crocker Cookie Mixes that are on sale. You can get coupons for them at both sites as well. This good way to brighten someone holidays with a simple donation. I think I will head there tomorrow.

In My Mailbox

Be sure to check your mail daily especially this time of year. I am getting lots of coupons and great offers. I am also getting great coupon offers in my email too. I am reading everything this days I would hate to delete a great coupon. My mail has had some great coupons and samples in it, plus a few freebies.

The December issue of "Everyday Food". I got a subscription using my Coke Reward points.

A coupon from Hallmark to get a tin of Free Butter Almond Toffee with a $35 purchase. I can also purchase it a reduced price if I buy 3 greeting cards.

A coupon from Bath & Body works for a free item of my choice when I spend $10. As with most coupons there are some restrictions. I am wondering if I buy a gift card if that would county. I think I will try all they can say is no. I then can use the gift card on something else.

The current issue of "Watch" magazine. There was a Free offer awhile back. It is from CBS television.

Build A Bear coupons. I know these will be useful in the near future. I have a shoppers reward card there. Since I have 22 nieces and nephews I able to to save on animals.

A sample of Always Infinity products. It came with $1 off coupon.

Awhile back when you became a fan of Herbal Essence Shampoo on Facebook. They sent you an update when you responded to the update you received a coupon for a Free Shampoo or Conditioner plus a $1 off coupon.

A sample from Pampers of their Extra Protection diapers. It has $1.50 coupon inside. I enjoy signing up for the Walmart samples because they arrive promptly.

Awhile back there was an opportunity ti sign up to be part of a Panera survey. I participated in the survey. I received a $2 gift card from Panera's as a thank you for taking their survey.

A sample from Nature Valley that contained a granola bar and a small bag for granola clusters. Plus money saving coupons.

A sample from Oregon Chai it a envelope of Chai Tea Latte Mix. I will use this as a great addition to a Christmas gift.

Vocalpoint also sent out coupons for Pantene shampoo and conditioner. I will hold on to them until I find a great sale.

I got another sample of Honey Nut Cheerios with $1 off coupons in enclosed.

I can't to see what I get in the next of mail.

Cottonelle 4 pack $.87 at Walgreens

I read about this great deal on It's Hip 2 Save. I was headed to CVS so I stopped at the Walgreens on the away. I was able to locate the sale toilet paper. I found the 4 pack but they weren't priced. I grabbed one and head to the front. When it scanned at the register sure enough $.87. I went back and grabbed two more since I had two $1 off coupons. I got three packages for $.61 total. So even if you don't have the coupon $.87 is still a good deal. While I was there I also picked up a can of French Onions, 2 jars of Olives and 4 Christmas Snickers bars. After coupons my total was $3.93.

Be sure to checkout the Walgreens Deals here.

Thanks to It's Hip 2 Save.

Buy One Get One Free Hasbro Card Game Coupon

Be sure to check inside your USA Weekend supplement in today's paper. On page 3 there is a coupon from Hasbro. When you purchase one of the four card games listed you get another one of the four free. These games are usually priced at $4.99 to $6.99 at Target. They would make a great stocking stuffer or you could donate them to a local toy drive for an older child. You need to use the coupon fast it expires 11/30/09.

Santa Spud for only $.99

What is a Santa Spud? It is A Christmas Mr. Potato Head. I made a quick trip into Target just to check and I was able to get two of them for $.99. I still have on coupon left to save $5. So I will keep checking. The cashier was surprised when the coupon worked without beeping. She said that she had the coupon at home but didn't know what it would work on. She was as excited as I was about the great deal. I didn't have the heart to tell her there no more on the shelf. While I was there I picked another Rimmel Mascara it sells for $2.24 and I used a $2 off coupon. I planned on getting this yesterday at a different Target but the price was $3.99. Why pay more when I know I can get cheaper five miles away at a different Target store.

So Delicious Coupons

You can print $1 off So Delicious or Purely Decadent coupons here. You do have to register your name and email address with them. Be sure to use your back button to print two of these coupons. My sister will be happy.

Thanks to Money Saving Mom.

Free Sample Dunkin Donut Coffee

The sample came two weeks before Christmas. It may for a great stocking stuffer.

You can request a free sample of Dunkin Donut Coffee here. You will able to choose from two different blends.

Thanks to Bargain Briana.

Walmart Deals

Last night I made a quick trip to Walmart to pick up a copy on the November issue of "All You" magazine. I was wanting another coupon to save $2 on Rimmel Mascara. While I was there I did find a few deals.

I purchased Reynolds liners for my crock pot. They were priced at $1.87 and I used a $1 off coupon. Today I checked the price at Target and Meijers both sell them for over $2 a box. I came home and found two more coupons. I will have to go back and pick a couple more boxes.

I also used some of my Kotex $1 off coupons on pantie liners. They are priced at $1 for a small package with my coupons free. I will be going back for more. If you have these coupons at home and don't use this product it would be great item to donate to women's shelter or food pantry.

If you by chance were one of the lucky ones to get the $3 off Sara Lee lunchmeat those coupons expire soon. Sara Lee lunchmeat is sold in the deli area of the store. It was priced at $3.98 a package I used my two coupons and got two packages of lunchmeat for $.98 each.

Vocalpoint

I just posted about this great word of mouth marketing program yesterday. Today I received in the mail coupons to try Pantene Shampoo or Conditioner. I got a coupon for $2 off any one product and several $1 off coupons to share. If you are not a member yet. You can sign up here. You never know what you might find in your mailbox from them.

Target Deals

After I left Meijers on to Target. I am looking for Santa Spud (a Christmas Mr. Potato Head). They are located in the front of the store in the aisle with the stocking stuffers, if you find them. The reason why I want them is they are priced $5.99 but after the $5 off coupon you pay $.99. I was able to get one but I will keep trying. You can get the coupon here. I will be giving them to a local toy drive this Christmas. I was able to print the coupon last month and this month. I have three coupons left.

I also picked up three bottles of Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce. They are priced at $2.24 a bottle. I used three $2 off coupons and paid $.24 each. I also found another coupon so I will grab another bottle when I go to check for a Mr. Potato Head.

If you receive the "All You " magazine in the November issue there is a coupon for $2 off Rimmel Mascara. I was able to find it at my Target store for $2.24. After my coupon I paid $.24. I have several teenage nieces and I will be able to make small gift bags for them using the items I have collect through out the year.


Also you might want to check the price of Hefty storage bags (in a pink colored box). Some of them have $.2o peelies on them and when you scan them they come $1. So after the peelie they are $.80 a box. I didn't need any right now but I did scan several different sizes and found one that came up $1. They are not marked on the shelf that way. The shelf price $2.29 a box. I just grabbed a several different sizes of bags and found a scanner. I don't how long this will last but storage bags for $.80 box is a deal.

Meijer Deals

I just got back from Meijers. I didn't buy much and I didn't spend much either after my coupons. Here is the breakdown:

Clorox Toilet Bowl Cleaner on sale for $1.50 used $.50 off coupon which the doubled. I spent $.50 per bottle bought two for that price. The key is never use more than two of the same coupon because they will only double two of them. I sometimes make a trip to the car or take my husband with me. Then we checkout separately and get to double more coupons that way.

Chex Mix is on sale for $.99 I bought two bags and used two $.50 off coupons from here. The coupon makes the Chex Mix free.

Betty Crocker Cookie Mixes are on sale for $1.79. I used $.40 cent off coupons from here and I also used a Meijer Mealbox Coupon for when you bought two from here. I was to get both mixes for $1 total.

Also purchased a can of Betty Crocker Frosting on sale for $1.49 used a $.50 off coupon from here. My final price $.49 and since I purchased three Betty Crocker items I received a coupon to get a dozen eggs free on my next visit. My total out of pocket for the three item $1.49 plus I am getting free eggs in the future.

I also noticed that their price on Starkist Tuna in the pouches is $1.17. If you use the $.50 of coupon from here the final price would be $.17 a pouch.

Betty Crocker pouches on Instant Potatoes are $.89 each. When you use the $.40 off coupon from their email list. You can get them for just $.09 a pouch. My church is collecting Instant Potatoes for the local food pantry. I have been printing the coupons and getting two packages at time when I head to Meijer.

Vlasic Sweet Relish is $1.09 and I had $.50 off coupons. I spent $.18 on two jars of relish. I printed this coupon sometime ago. I tired to find the link not there any more.

I spent $3.64 and saved $15.45. So check your coupons and see how much you can save.

I purchased 2 jars of relish, 2 cookie mixes, 2 bags of Chex Mix, 2 bottles of toilet bowl cleaner, 3 pouches of instant potatoes, and tub of frosting. I will get a free eggs in the future.

Cracker Barrel Front Porch Friends Program

Cracker Barrel is adding a frequent diners program. You will be rewarded for dinning with them. You can get the details here. I love restaurants that offer these programs. I have several different cards in my wallet and have snag some free food along the way.

Thanks to Moms By Heart.

Free Sample of Tampax Pearl

Walmart is offering this sample again. You can request your free sample here. This is a new link so if you have request this sample before you can request it again.

Thanks to the Freebie Blogger.

Walmart Deals

There are a number of great deals at Walmart right now. You can read all about them here, here, and here. Be sure to check them to see what great deals are out there.

VocalPoint: Samples and Coupons

What is VocalPoint? It is a word of mouth marketing group that is a division of Proctor and Gamble. You can actually receive full size samples of products to test and provide feedback. These products come with great money saving coupons for you and to share. In the past I have tested the Bounce Dryer Bar, Secret Clinical Strength Deodorant, and Olay Pro-X Wrinkle Smoothing Cream. In addition to these great products I have also received coupons to try different cereals for free. I was able to get Rice Krispies, Frosted Mini Wheat's, and two different types of Kashi cereal for free. You decide if you want to try the product. After you have tried it you complete a survey and enjoy the coupons. I got my Bounce Dryer Bar months before they were in the stores. I think it is a great program to be part of and would recommed it. You can sign up here. Sign up soon so you can be part of the next campaign.

Toys R Us: Hasbro Toy Deal

There is a great promotion going on at Toys R Us. You can get some great games for almost free. After rebates and gift cards. These would make great toys to donate this holiday season. I am sure the demands for toy donations will be up since the demand at local food pantries are on the rise. You can read all about it here. I have been picking up inexpensive toys all year long to donate this year.

Thanks to Deal Seeking Mom!

Welch's Feed America Promotion

Welch's will donate one million glasses of juice to Feed America. All you have to do click and they will donate 8 glasses for every click of a button. You can donate everyday. Just go here and make your donation. You are helping someone and spending no money in the process. I have been trying to do this everyday. You can also post your donation on your Facebook page.

Nestle Holiday Candy Coupons

I love candy coupons. Nestle has $1 off coupons for their Nestle Jingles any size and the Wonks Holiday Mix-Ups. You can get your coupons here. My coupons don't expire until 2/4/2010 this could make for some cheap after Christmas candy.

Thanks to Budget Help$!

Save $1 on One Scotties Facial Tissue

Scotties Facial Tissue is offering this money saving coupon for one box of their product. You can access the coupon here (when asked if you use Scottie Tissues click "no" as long is that is truth). Be sure to click your back button to print two if these coupons.

Thanks to Money Saving Mom!

CVS Deals for 11/8 to 11/14

You can read about the great deals at CVS here, here, and here.

Home Made Simple Coupon Book

There is a new link for this money saving coupon book. If you go
here you can request another copy to get some more of those great coupons. The booklet is contains coupons for Procter and Gamble products.

Thanks to It's Hip 2 Save!

$1 Off Harvest Select Soups

I found this great coupon that will save $1 on one can of Harvest Select Soup from Campbell's. My husband and I love these soups I am sure I can snag some for almost free. When I combine this coupon with the coupon available at Meijer Mealbox. Don't forget about using your back button to print two of these coupons. I did have to click the back button several times to get back to were I could refresh the screen and print again.

Thanks to It's Hip 2 Save!

Coke Rewards

I got an email form Coke Rewards saying that the program is going to be extend in 2010. I hope more details will follow. I am happy because I have a bunch of points to use I like getting the free gift cards and Coke products.

Snuggle Fabric Softner for $.39

I know this is kind of late but last night at Meijer's I was able to get 3 bottles of Snuggle Fabric Softener for $.39 each. I had coupons for $3 off each bottle. So check your coupons to see if you still have this one. I sure the sale ends today. I will add them to my food pantry basket. I can't use them due to my husband skin allergies. This is an easy to help others in need and not be spending a lot of money in doing so.

My Mailbox

My mailbox wasn't was full this past week. I did get some great items and coupons.

I recevied my free sample of Betty Crocker potatoes. I was surprised it was a full size box and had a $.50 off coupon with it.

A great free cookbook from Jiffy Mixes. I think I will be keeping this one.

A sample of Garnier Fructis shampoo and conditioner from Walmart.

$35 in money saving coupons from Home Made Simple.

Target coupons 2 sets on in my name and one in my husband's name.

Pink Nation ad from Victoria's Secret with a coupon for a free pair of pink cotton panty. No purchase required.

$21.50 in money saving coupons from Nestle and Gerber. I have no idea how I got that mailing list but with having several new babies in the family this year these coupons have been handy to have.

Target Toy Coupons & WII Game Deals

Target has some great printable coupons for toys. They expire on November 25, 2009. They would help on your early Christmas shopping. Be sure to check out the great deal on WII games also at Target. You can read about the deal and find your coupons here. Thanks to It's Hip 2 Save for another great deal.

$5 Off $20 or more at CVS

You can get a coupon to save $5 off a purchase of $20 or more at CVS. It took me awhile to get it but the good thing is the coupon doesn't expire until 12/31/09. If you just follow the instructions you can get the coupon. Like I said you have to be patience. So go here to find put how to save $5.

Thanks to It's Hip 2 Save.