Stormy weather here in StL this morning! Hope all is well with everyone :)
Today's topic; Coupons and all their glory!
Most people view coupons as a thing of the past, something our mother's did to save a few bucks. I beg to differ! The benefit of couponing can be tremendous when it comes to weekly shopping trips. With a little time, planning, and a few tricks from the coupon pro's, you'll be saving big bucks in no time!
Coupon Terminology:
MNFC = manufacturer coupon
SC = store coupon
B1G1 = buy one get one free
B1GH = buy one get one 1/2 off
RR = register rewards @ walgreens - a coupon that prints on your receipt for a center dollar amount and allows you to use it towards your next purchase
WAGS = walgreens
CVS = CVS pharmacy
ECC = extracare card offered by CVS allowing you access to all sale prices + earn extra bucks towards future purchases
TAG = target
FAM = family dollar
All these abbreviations will be used frequently whenever I discuss the weekly deals. Next I'll share a few tips to help you start couponing today!
1. Start by buying a Sunday Post Dispatch Early Edition newspaper. Every Saturday you can purchase a paper for $2 and get a jump start on the stores weekly ads and coupon inserts.
2. Circle anything in the store ads you need or items that are B1G1 free.
3. Now it's time to clip some coupons! I only clip the coupons for products I know I will use, no need to dog food coupons if you don't have a dog :)
4. Organizing coupons takes some practice, you have to do whatever works for you. Some organize by expiration date, others by department. I have five categories I split mine into; health, household, store coupons, grocery, & misc. There are times I still change it up, but again whatever is easiest for you to know where that coupon can be found, do it.
5. Next, cross reference your coupons with the weekly ads. This can take some time, but as you do it more, you'll learn with practice what you are looking for and fly through it. Also, remember that most of your food coupons will be used at a local grocery store, so waiting for their ads to come in the mail will allow more opportunities to find the best bargains.
6. Once you have an idea of which products are on sale and which ones you have coupons for this week, start matching those products to any store coupons you have as well. This is your best opportunity to get items for a fraction of the cost and sometimes even for FREE! Remember, you can use one MNFC & one SC per item.
7. Lastly, pay close attention to the details of your coupons; expiration dates, size, quantity, and limitations. Every store has a different policy on coupons, but most are willing to share it with you without any hassle. Now grab your shopping list and your coupons and start shopping!
There are many other ways to obtain coupons, writing individual companies and requesting coupons, asking family and friends to give you their unwanted coupon inserts, and the latest is printing and receiving them via your smart phone. Here are a couple sites that offer great resources for printing coupons for your specific area;
www.redplum.com
www.smartsource.com
www.freestuff.com
Again, check with customer service at your local store to ensure the acceptance of printed coupons. Example, Schnucks accepts printed coupons but Foodland does not.
On to our Deals of the day! Tomorrow check back in for Thrifty Stores every thrifty mummy needs on her radar and more great deals and events in StL!
Daily Deals:
Freebies:
FREE SALE located @ 3905 Nugget Street St. Peters 63376 - begins @ 3 pm today, June 18th, nothing will be free until 3 so please wait. Description: Yard sale leftovers free for the taking after 3 pm :)
Coupon deals:
Following deals are @ WAGS and valid 6/19 - 6/25;
Loreal eye cosmetics B1GH + use $1 off MNFC from this Sunday's paper
B1G1 Finest Natural vitamins and supplements
B1G1 Aquafresh Advanced or Extreme toothpaste
B1G1 Colgate total or sensitive toothpaste, 360 surround, or activila toothbrushes
B1G1 Dial soap, Got2bu styling products, Dry Idea & Right Guard Deodorant
B1G1 - buy one box of Playtex tampons 36 sport or 36 - 50 pk Gentle Glide and get a free box of Playtex 18 pk sport or gentle glide
B1GH Garnier skin care products + use $1 off MNFC in Sunday paper
SC $4 off Centrum 200,220, or 250 ct viatmins + use $4 off MNFC in Sunday paper
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Following deals are @ TAG valid 6/19 - 6/25
$2.99 sale on selected 28 oz Method cleaners + use $1 off MNFC in Sunday paper
$5.99 sale on Loreal Healthy look Creme Gloss Hair color + use MNFC $2 off in Sunday paper
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Following Deals are at CVS and valid 6/19 - 6/25
Pantene shampoo 2/$6.97 + use $3 MNFC in Sunday paper and earn $2 via EBR good towards next purchase
B1G1 Schick Hydro 3 or 5 refillable razors or cartridges
General Mills cereal 2/$4 + use $1 MNFC
VO5 shampoo $0.77 ea w/ ECC
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Local StL Events:
6/19 - Amazing Animal Encounters
location: Wild Bird Sanctuary 125 Bald Eagle Ridge Rd Valley Park MO 63088
cost: admission and parking are FREE
ongoing event: every Saturday & Sunday from Memorial Day until Labor Day except July 10th.
www.worldbirdsanctuary.com
6/19 - Circus Flora's "Vegabond Adventures" 1pm & 5pm
location: Big Top Tent in Grand center (corner of Grand & Samuel Shepard)
cost: $8 - $44
ongoing: check website for time frame
Little Top one hour show (for younger kiddos) held on Wednesdays @ 10 am
www.circusflora.com
6/21 - Wild Side Walkers 7am - 8:30am
location: St Louis Zoo
description: walking program that meets every Tuesday & Saturday morning
cost: FREE
www.stlzoo.org
6/23 - St. Louis Banjo Club 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Tin Pan Alley
location: Concordia Turner Hall
cost: FREE
www.stlouisbanjoclub.org
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