My $1 Walmart trip

Less than $1 after coupons and before taxes!!

(4) Black Flag fly swatters $0.98 ea used (4) MQ $1 = FREE + $0.08 overage

(2) Bars S hotdogs $1 ea.  used (1)MQ $1/2 = $1

(2) Dial lotion $1.97 ea. used (2) MQ $2 = FREE + $0.06 overage

A BIG thank you to Paul over at I Heart the Mart for the reminder on the Black Flag and Dial deals!!

My Publix trip 6/30 I saved 52%

Spent $27.71 saved 52%

I decided to go to Publix when they open today so that I could get the deals and not have to get rainchecks. I got there 10 minutes after opening and they were already busy! But I was able to get everything on my list except for the "Buy theirs, get ours" special. There was no display and no signs for it anywhere so I just decided not to bother since it wasnt a necessity and all 3 of my kiddos decided they wanted to go with me so I needed to get out of there before they started getting crazy on me. (=

I decided to do the gas card deal ($10 off $50 gas card WYB $25 on groceries) but I am not including it in with these totals because I budget my gas separately. Here is what I got and how I did it:

(3) Donuts  (because my kiddos were being so good and deserved them) $2.37

(14) Banquet meals @ $1 ea - (7) MQ $0.50/2 = $10.50 for 14

(12) Kid Cuisine @ $1 ea - (6) MQ $1/2 = $6.00 for 12

(2) Aunt Jemima waffles BOGO @ $2.15 - (2) MQ $1 = $0.15 for 2

(6) Muellers whole grain pasta BOGO @ $1.29 - (6) MQ $1 = FREE + $2.13 overage

(2) Peppridge Farms goldfish smores @ $1 ea - (2) MQ $0.55 = $0.90 for 2

(4) Emerils Bam meals BOGO @ $1.49 - (4) MQ $1 = FREE + $1.02 overage

(4) French's mustard BOGO @ $1.59 - (4) MQ $0.50 = $1.18 for 4

(2) A-1 sauce BOGO @ $3.95 - (1) TQ $1 & (2) MQ $1 = $0.95 for 2!!

(4) Bertolli pasta sauce BOGO @ $2.99 - (2) TQ $1/2 = $3.98 for 4

(1) Pillsbury Cake mix =  $1.00

(1) Weber garlic & herb seasoning $1.50 - (1) MQ $1 = $0.50

(2) Natures Own whitewheat bread BOGO @ $2.65

Pre total = $57.63

tax = $0.18

coupons = -$30.10

TOTAL = $27.71  I saved 52 % 

Target Coupon Booklet

I got this Target coupon booklet in my mail today. It has the following coupons:

$1 off 2 Hormel Natural Choice lunchmeats

$1 off 59 or 64 oz refrigerated orange juice with purchase of 13oz or larger Post Cereal

$1 off Multipack Luna nutrition bars

$1 off Fruit of the Loom packaged underwear

$0.50 off Method cleaning item

$1 off Hanes apparel item

$0.50 off 1 Lb or more fresh fruit nectarines, peaches or plums

$1.50 off 36ct Playtex tampons

$0.75 off Listerine mouthwash

$1off Irish Spring item bodywash, deodorant or soap

$0.75 Tide laundry detergent

$1 off 3 greeting cards

$1 off 4pk Stonyfield yogurt

$1 off 2 femine care items

$1 off Colgate toothpaste, toothbrush or 16 ct wisp

$1 off Eucerin body lotion

$1 off 6pk or larger Cottonelle bath tissue

$1 off 1.5" ScotchBlue painters tape for delicate surfaces

$0.50 off 4pk Izze sparling juice

$1 off Nexcare badages

$1 off Nivea shower gel or body wash

$1 off Biz laundry item

$1 off 12 pk double roll Quilted Northern bath tissue

$1 off Cat litter Fresh Step or Scoop Away

$0.75 off 2 candy items Starburst, Lifesavers or Skittles

$2 off Futuro brace or support item

$1 off Schick Hydro 5 blade or 4ct blade razor refill

$0.75 off Fabric softner Downy or Bounce

$1 off 25oz or larger Palmolive dish detergent

$2 off 8lb or larger Pedigree dry pet food puppy or dog 

Publix trip 6/23

SAVED 54%

I mainly went to Publix today to get the Powerade and Rossetto Pasta but was tempted by the other deals and just couldnt pass them up. I also had a "coupon hater" in line behind me that could have gone to the express (that was empty) with his 3 items but chose to get behind me and huff and puff and then make a nasty comment in front of my 6 year old daughter.  But I am past letting grumpy, negative people get to me so I just left him standing there with a HUGE smile on my face. He finally left the lane and went to the express lane. (=  Here is what I got and how I did it:

(12) Powerade BOGO @ $1.25 - (2) MQ $1/5 & (1) MQ B1G1 = $4.25 (not bad for 12 Powerade)

(2) Dukes Mayo BOGO @ 2.99

(4) Crystal Light To Go  BOGO @ $2.99 - (1) TQ $1 & (4) MQ $1 = $0.98 for 4

(2) Betty Crocker Potatoes BOGO @ $1.75 - (1) MQ $1/2 = $0.75 for 2

(2) Ritz Crackers BOGO @ $2.99 - (2) MQ $1 off WYB 1 Ritz and 1 1.25 L of Coke = $0.99 

(2) 1.25 L Coca Cola @ $0.99 ea = $1.98

(1) Tylenol Precise Heat Ptach 3pk $4.99 - (1) MQ $5 = FREE + $0.01 overage

(1) Hefty paper plates $1.67

(4) Tic Tac Big Packs @ $0.99 ea - (4) MQ $0.75 = $0.96 for 4

(4) Rosetto Tortellini & Ravioli BOGO @ $3.99 - (2) MQ $1.50 = $4.98 for 4

(4) Alexia Appetizers BOGO @ $3.59 - (4) MQ $1 = $3.18

Bananas $1.40

(2) Publix Amer. cheese singles @ $2.50 ea = $5.00

(1) 6pk eggs $0.75

Pre Total with tax = $57.59

Winn Dixie $5/$30 coupon - $5.00

coupons = -$26.25

TOTAL $26.34 saved 54%  (thats less than $0.63 an item!!)

Be sure to check out my Facebook page Savings Crazy Mom and "like" me while you are there. (=

My CVS trip 6/20 saved 61%

Spent $5.73 for $16.91 worth of items saved 61%

Transaction #1 

(2) Colgate Total Advance gum care @ $2.79 ea - (2) MQ $1 = $3.58 OOP earned $4 EB's

Transaction #2

(1) LA Looks gel $2.99 - $1MQ = $1.99 earned $2 EB's

(1) Milk 1 gal $3.39 - $1 MQ = $2.39

total = $4.38 + $0.21 tx = $4.59 - $4 EB's = $0.59

Transaction #3

(2) Coke 2 liter @ $0.79 ea = $1.58 

(1) Orbitz gum $1.37

total = $2.95 + $0.21 tx = $3.16 - $2 EB's = $1.16

Cars 2: the video game

Check out the new Cars 2: The Video Game on shelves 6/21.  My son cannot wait for this game to be released.  He has been Cars fan since the beginning. Be sure to check out the their Facebook page for updates and info.

$1.50 off Barber stuffed chicken

$1.50 off any 1 box of Stuffed Chicken Entrées from Barber Foods

Menu Plan 6/5 - 6/11

We only have a couple of crazy nights this week so I think I might actually get to have a few home cooked meals this week.  But, im sure my kiddos will find a way to change that. (=

Sunday - Buttery Garlic and Herb Red Fish over rice  Quick and Easy but delicious. 

Monday - Tacos.  Nothing fancy, just the basics tonight.

Tuesday - Turkey cheese loaf (this link is for ham/cheese loaf, but we use turkey instead) my kiddos love this recipe.  

Wednesday - (Breakfast for dinner night) Breakfast Burritos I havent tried this recipe, but it is very similar to mine so i linked it so i wouldnt have to type up mine. (=

Thursday - What ever you can find to make quick because we have way too little time to cook tonight. (most likely corndogs and mac  and cheese)

Friday - Pizza night (we buy ours from Sam's Club, they are cheap and  good) here is a recipe for buffalo chicken pizza that I just might have to try to make soon.

Saturday - Chicken quesadillas. I just throw mine together however i feel that day but here is a recipe that sounds good to try: Chicken Quesadillas

Buttery Garlic and Herb Red Fish

Buttery Garlic and Herb Red Fish

Ok, I have to brag a minute.  A few months ago I went fishing with my hubby, who seems to be able to catch huge fish better than anyone I know, and I was the only one who caught anything on this day.  I usually dont catch anything and if i do it is small. So I had to bring it home so we could freeze it for a dinner one day (my 2nd freezer is half full of fish he has caught).  I think it tastes better when you know that you are the one who caught it. (=

This is a really easy and quick meal to make.

I just cooked the rice according to the package and then I cooked the fish in a skillet on medium heat with butter and garlic & herb seasoning.  You can also do this in the oven in a casserole dish covered with foil, but it takes a bit longer.  I love red fish because it doesnt have a strong fish taste This is really a good meal even my kiddos will eat.

Publix trip 6/3 saved 53%

$22.54

I know it seems high for just that little bit of stuff, but considering the 4 John Freida shampoo and conditioners normally cost $5.49 each I think i did really good. (=  My Publix now accepts Target coupons with the new coupon policy that went into effect in May so now i can sweeten my deals a little more. (=

(1) Totoinos pizza $1.25

(1) Lettuce $1.49 - $1 PQ (wyb Kraft deli delux cheese) = $0.49

(4) Nestle Cookie dough BOGO @ $2.89 - (4) MQ $1 = $1.78

(1) 20 oz Coke - FREE Product (my coke rewards) = FREE

(2) SheddsSpred Country Crock 2pk BOGO $2.09 - (2) MQ $0.50 = $1.09

(2) Shedds Spred Country Crock 15oz tub BOGO $2.09 - (2) MQ $0.50 = $1.09

(1) Kraft Deli Deluxe bacon cheddar cheese $2.50 - $1 MQ = $1.50

(2) Hellmanns Mayo BOGO $4.99 - (1) TQ $1/2 & (2) MQ $0.25 = $3.49

(2) Taco Bell dinner kits BOGO $2.69 - (1) MQ $1 = $1.69

(4) Ronzoni Garden Delight pasta BOGO $1.89 - (4) MQ $1 = FREE + $0.22 overage

(1) Eggs 6pk $0.70

(4) John Freida shampoo & conditioner $5.49 on sale for $2 off = $3.49 ea - (4) MQ $3 = $1.96

(2) Publix butter top bread $1.19 ea = $2.38

pre total = $48.29 after BOGO's  (before BOGO's = $69.71)

coupons = -$26.84

tax = $1.09

Total OOP = $22.54 saved 53% 

CVS emailed coupon

Check your email.  Some people are getting emails with coupons. I got the $4 off $20.  They are good until 6/5.

New month means new printable coupons

Dont forget to go to Redplum.com, Smartsource.com and coupons.com and print out any new coupons you may want. Remember some of these coupons have print limits so if you think you might use it, print it, or it may be gone soon.

Time to upload your Upromise ecoupons.

It is the 1st of the month and that means it is time to upload your upromise ecoupons!