Print Those Coupons

Dont foregt to print any coupons you think you may use from SmartSource, Redplum and Coupon Network. They may not be there after today.  Also, dont forget to go back to those sites on the first couple days of December to see what new ones they add.

My deals for this week.

Between Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday I havent had much time (or energy) to do much grocery/drugstore shopping.  I finally made it out today and what happens??  It starts raining and hasnt stopped yet.  But I didnt let that stop me!  I made it CVS and Publix and got the following deals:

CVS

4 Xtra laundry Detergents @ $1.49 ea - (2) MQ $1/2 = $3.96 (.99 ea)

2 Skittles @ $1.19 - (1) MQ $1/2 = $1.38 (stocking stuffers) (.69 ea)

Publix

(2) Glass Plus BOGO $2.49 - (2) MQ $.50 = $1.49 (.75 ea)

(1) Pledge grab it $2.50 - (1) MQ $1.50 = $1.00

(6) Coke 2L B2G1 @ $1.89 - (1) TQ B4G1 = $5.67 (.94 ea)

(1) $50 Shell gas card - (1) PQ $10 WYB $25 in groceries = $40

Publix trip #2 only spent $8.65

I only needed a yellow onion and bleach today, but, I couldnt pass up the Dr Pepper deal and I decided to go ahead and use some other coupons before the expired.

(8) Dr Pepper BOGO @ $1.89 - (4) PQ Free Dr pepper 10 wyb dr pepper = FREE

(2) Keebler club crackers BOGO @ $3.99 - (1) MQ $1/2 & (1) TQ $1/2 = $1.99

(1) Ocean Spray 4pk sparkling $2.50 - (1) MQ $1 = $1.50

(2) Muellers pasta BOGO @ $1.39 - (2) MQ $.75 = FREE + $.11 overage

(2) I cant believe its not butter BOGO @ $2.95 - (2) MQ $1.50 = FREE + $.05 overage

(1) Sweet onion @ $.67

(1) Publix latex gloves $1.49

(1) Publix bleach @ $ 1.50

Grand Total = $8.65 

My Publix trip 11/17 saved $97.92

Another early morning trip to Publix.  I was in a hurry this morning and had 2 of my kiddos with me so I was a bit frazzled while shopping but I still think I did okay. I bought 4 boxes of the Nabisco crackerfuls because there was a BOGO sign under them on the shelf but they didnt ring up BOGO and I just noticed when typing this list so I am going back to store to see.  I had a $10 off $50 Sweetbay coupon to help with the total so that made things a little better. (=

(2) Ocean Spray Juice BOGO @ $2.99 ($1.50 ea)

(1) Ocean Spray Sparkling 4pk @ $2.50 - (1) MQ FREE WYB @ O.S 64 oz = FREE

(2) Hawaiin Punch @ $2.00 ea 

(1) Hawaiin Punch 6pk @ $2.50 - (1) PQ FREE WYB 2 H.P. = FREE

(2) V8 Fusion Smoothie BOGO @ $3.99 - (2) MQ $1 = $1.99 ($1 ea)

(1) Publix milk 1gal @ $3.69

(4) Publix 2L @ $.50 ea = $2.00

(2) Scott toilet paper 4pk @ $2.49 ea (1) PQ $1/2 = $3.98 ($1.99 ea)

(1) One a Day mens health 100ct @ $8.79 - 25% & (1) MQ $1 = $5.59

(2) O Cel O 2pk sponges @$2.49 - 50% & (1) MQ $.75/2 = $1.74 ($.87 ea)

(2) Degree deodorant BOGO @ $2.45 - (2) MQ $1 = $.45 ($.22 ea)

(1) Toothpicks @ $.79

(4) I Cant Believe Its Not Butter BOGO $2.95 - (2) MQ $1 & (1) MQ $1.50/2 = $2.40 ($.60 ea)

(2) Rondele garlic /herb spread BOGO $4.95 - (2) MQ $2.50 = FREE + $.05 overage

(2) Sargento shred cheese BOGO $3.99 - (2) MQ $.55 = $2.89 ($1.45ea)

(4) Crackerfuls $2.99 ea - (2) MQ $1/2 = $9.96 ($2.49ea) 

(6) Muellers pasta BOGO @ $1.39 - (6) MQ $.55 = $.87 ($.15 ea)

(2) Muellers LasagnaBOGO @ $1.67 - (2) MQ Free WYB 2 Ragu = FREE

(4) Ragu Sauce BOGO @ $2.59 = $5.18 ($1.30 ea)

(2) Keebler Club Crackers BOGO @ $3.99 - (1)PQ $1/2 & (1) MQ $1/2 = $1.99 ($1 ea)

(2) Ritz Crackers BOGO @ $2.99 - (1) MQ $1/2 = $1.99 ($1ea)

(2) Ocean Spray Cranberry sauce @ $.99 ea - (1) MQ $1/2 = $.98 ($.49ea)

(1) Salt $.54

(1) dozen eggs $1.99

(1) Publix bread $1.07

(1) Publix butter loaf $1.50

(1) Halloween decor clearance $0.99

Grand Total = $49.13 for $147.05 worth of groceries!  I saved 67%

Holiday Freezer Baking

I was so happy when Halloween was over because that meant I could start getting some of my baking doen for the holidays.  We all know that this time of year can be very hectic and I just didnt see myself trying to bake while also trying to get my house clean (and kept that way).  I also like to have extra "treats" for any unexpected guests that may drop by.  So today I started my baking.  Let s just hope I can keep my 3 kiddos out of it. (=

First I went with Peanut Butter Cup Brownies.

These are so good, that I am going to have to control myself from sneaking into the freezer to steal some.  The recipe makes 40 mini brownies.  It is also a really easy recipe to make. My husband, who isnt a big sweets eater tried these and LOVED them.






Then on to my easiest recipe.  Peanut Butter Fudge.

The recipe only calls for 2 ingredients.  1 Jar of peanut butter and 1 jar of frosting.  You can use chocolate or vanilla, I chose vanilla.  I thought that they were going to be too rich for me, but once they harden, they are perfect.  These can also be eaten right out of the freezer. (dont ask how I know this).


Last but not least, Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins.

sorry for the blurry picture!

These were a HUGE hit. They have a cake texture but a donut taste.  Needless to say only half of them made into the freezer.  The kids were eating them as soon as they cooled enough to pop them in their mouths.





I have to say all three of these recipes were really easy and my freezer is now full of Holiday goodies. At least until I find I find another recipe to try!

Taking surveys to earn points and get rewards.

I am a newer member to a network called Superpoints.  I have to say I love this site. It is a members only network where you earn points for doing things like taking surveys, shopping, watching videos and my favorite, The SUPERLUCKY button.  Depending on your level you get so many clicks of the button a day to earn free points.  The more people you have in your network the more points you can earn. You can earn points when they earn points.  To be a member you have to get an invite from a current member.  At the bottom of this post there are 4 invites.  They can only be used 1 time so if you use one please leave a message letting me know which one you used so that I can delete it.  When you first join you will have to confirm your registration in an email link.  Then you will have to completely update your profile to 100% (which will earn you points).  That will put you at a "basic" level.  Then you are free to start earning points and even send invites to anybody you know and get others in your network.  I am trying to get to the next level, "GOLD" which means I need a few more people to join my network. If you are interested in joining please use one of the invitations below.

Some of the rewards available are:
Paypal Cash
Home Depot Gift Cards
Starbucks Gift Cards
Walmart Gift Cards
Best Buy Gift Cards
Amazon Gift Cards

Here are some invitations:
1.  http://superpoints.com/wrpgs/zawjka
2.  http://superpoints.com/wrpgs/a3gwer
3.  http://superpoints.com/wrpgs/rrw2ow
4.  http://superpoints.com/wrpgs/17wsqu

This is a really easy way to earn free gift cards to use for yourself or as gifts.

If you have any questions please feel free to leave a comment and I will try to answer them as soon as possible.

Thanks in advance for anyone that decides to join! (=

Saundra

Home Made Simmering Potpourri Recipe

I have been looking for recipes to make my own simmering potpourri and decided to take from a few different ones and make my own.  This turned out so good, my house has smelled wonderful all weekend.

(These are the amounts i used for a small pot, adjust the amounts for larger pots)

1 Tsp cinnamon
1 Tsp ground nutmeg
1-2 Tsp whole cloves
4 cinnamon sticks (broken into smaller pieces)
5-6 slices orange
5-6 slices lemon
2 cups water (more will need to be added as it simmers)

Put all ingredients in a small pot and let simmer for as long as you like.  Keep an eye on on the water level, it will start to go down after a long period of time.  I put mine on medium heat just to get it hot and then I let it simmer on lowest setting for about 2-3 hours and then turned it off. It still kept giving off an aroma while cooling off. I left mine on the stove over night and simmered it again the next morning and it still had just as nice of a scent the next day.  This is the perfect blend of scents for the holidays.  You can also change up the ingredients or amounts to your own liking. My entire house smelled wonderful!

My Walmart Deals 11/11 $9.74

So, I was at Walmart to pick up a few items for doing some crafts (which they were out of) when I saw some deals I couldnt pass up.  They had a cart full of candy for REALLY cheap and I was making up goodie bags for my sons baseball team so it was perfect timing. (=

(2) Reeses 65ct ($8.48) marked down to $2.12 ea

(2) Starburst Gummie Burst ($1.98)marked down to $0.49 ea

(2) Twizzlers ind wrapped ($1.98) marked down to $0.49 ea

(1) Childs Play asst candy ($4.48) marked down to $1.12

(3) M&M's candy corn ($2.48) marked down to $0.62 ea

(2) Up2U gum ($1.28) - (2) MQ $1 = $0.28 ea

(2) First Aid kits (0.97ea) - (2) MQ $1 = FREE + $0.06 overage

(3) Mini Pumpkin 3pks sign said $1 but they rang up @ $0.02 ea = $0.06

Grand Total = $9.74 for $44.30 worth of items. 78% savings!!

Target Daily Deal $9 Tank Dress free shipping

Target is having a Daily Deal today for this Xhilaration Juniors Tank Dress. Only $9 and it ships free since it is a daily deal.  Sizes are XS - XL but are limited and this deal may sell out quick.

My Publix Trip 11/10 spent $36.73

$36.73

Todays shopping trip went pretty good I think.  I got a $3/$30 coupon in mail from Publix so I had that to help a little.  Here is what I got and how I did it:

(4) Rubbermaid 4pk containers 40% off $3.19ea - (2)MQ $2/2 = $5.65 or $1.41ea

(1) Snapware $2.79 - (1) MQ $2 = $.79

(4) Betty Crocker brownie/lemon bars BOGO @ $2.79 - (2) MQ $.75 = $4.08 or $1.02ea

(2) Reeses cereal BOGO @ $3.49 - (1) MQ $1/2 = $2.49 or $1.25ea

(4) Idahoan potatoes BOGO @ $1.33 - (4) MQ $1 = FREE + $1.34 overage

(1) Betty Crocker icing @ $1.50

(2) DelMonte veggies BOGO @ $1.39 or $.70 ea

(2) Hungry Jack pancake mix @ $.99 ea - (1) TQ $1 & (2) MQ $.55 = FREE + $.12 overage

(4) New York garlic bread sticks 50% off $2.79 - (4) $.40 =$3.38 or $.85ea

(2) Nestle Tollhouse cookie dough BOGO @ $2.99 - (2) MQ $.75 = $1.49 or $.75ea

(2) Smart Balance spread BOGO @ $2.89 - (2) MQ $1 = $.89 or $.45ea

(3) Philidelphia cooking cream @ $2 ea - (3) TQ $1 & (2) MQ $1 = FREE

(3) Smart Balance Milk @ $2.50 ea - (3) MQ $1.50 = $3.00 or $1ea

(2) Glade candles @ $2 ea - (1) PQ $1/2 & (1) MQ $1.50/2 = $1.50 or $.75ea

(8) Stayfree pads BOGO @ $3.35 - (8) MQ $1 = $5.40 or $.68 ea

(2) Scott 4pk T.P. @ $2.49 ea - (1)PQ $1/2 = $3.98 or $1.99ea

(1) Publix butter top bread $1.50

(1) Publix sandwich bread $1.07

I saved $101.05 in sales and with coupons

I spent $36.73

I saved 64%

My first "freezer cooking" weekend

I have been doing some reading on "freezer cooking" in order to help with hectic schedules and decided to give it a try.  With 3 kiddos that are in different sports and activities, I have been finding it harder and harder to find time to cook meals and have family dinners.  I decided to start off by spreading out my ideas of what to freeze into 3 afternoon/evenings. (unlike the "pro's" who get a week or more worth of meals done in 1 day.)

On day one I decided to start off simple and bought 4 packages of Martha White muffin mixes and cooked them all up with the "help" of my 7 year old daughter.  We decided to make these into mini muffins and I got about 75 mini's out of 4 pkgs.  I then made 3 dozen oatmeal raisin cookies from scratch.  I now have breakfast and snacks for their lunches for the next week. I then decided to make 2 family size Garlic & Herb chicken pasta meals.

                                                                                                           

Day two I made 2 meat loafs (not cooked, just prepped) and 16 breakfast burritos. For day three I made 15 "uncrustable" sandwiches and filled 15 water bottles with lemonade and tea for the kiddos lunches.  Now hopefully my mornings will be a little less hectic since i will only have to pack lunches instead of making them.  

My plan was to also make 2 French bread loaves but this was just a crazy, hectic weekend and I ran out of time and energy, but I hope to get a little more done this week while the kids are in school.  

Publix Trip 11/03 spent $48.48 for $125.60 in groceries

No picture of my deals today, it was just too crazy of a morning and I just wanted to get it all put away.  Thanks again to my friend and fellow couponer, Hronn,for shopping with me today. Shopping is just a little more enjoyable when you have a friend to chat with.  (We had a total of 5 children in tow with us too!) But all went smoothly and we all made it out in one piece. (=  

I had to break my order up into 2 transactions so that I could use both of my $3/$30 coupons, and this is what I got:

(2) Cinn. Toast Crunch BOGO @ $4.99 - (1) MQ $1/2 = $3.99 ($2 ea)

(6) Barilla Pasta BOGO @ $1.27 - (2) MQ $1/2 = $1.81 ($.30 ea)

(2) Chips Ahoy BOGO @ $2.95 - (2) MQ $1 WYB cookies and gal milk = $.95 ($.47 ea)

(1) Publix  5lb sugar @ $2.95

(4) Dentek floss picks BOGO @ $2.59 - (4) MQ $1.25 = $.18 ($.04 ea)

(2) Ziplock sandwich bags @ $2.19ea - (1) TQ $1/2 & (1) MQ $1/2 = $2.38 ($1.19 ea)

(1) Publix cheese slices @ $2.50

(3) Phili cooking cream @ $2.99 ea - (2) TQ $1 & (3) MQ $1 = $3.97 ($1.32 ea -  i had 1 more TQ's but i                

     dropped it in my car and didnt realize it until i was leaving, otherwise they would have been $.99 ea)

(2) 1 gal. milk @ $3.69 ea = $7.38

(2) Tic Tacs @ $1.09 ea - (1) $1/2 = $1.18 ($.59 ea)

(6) TGI Fridays for one BOGO @ $3.69 - (3) PQ $1/2 & (6) MQ $1 = $2.07 ($.35ea)

(2) Bakery donuts (for the kiddos being so good) = $1.58

(2) Tropican peach juice BOGO @ $1.99 ($1 ea)

(2) Country Crock shedds spread 2pk BOGO @ $2.15 - (2) MQ $.40 = $1.35 ($.67 ea)

(1) Publix deli turkey breast @ $5.99 lb = $5.99

(2) Green Giant greenbeans BOGO @ $1.25 ($.62 ea)

(2) Swanson Broth 32oz BOGO @ $2.69 - (1) TQ $.50/2 & (2) MQ $.40 = $1.39 ($.69 ea)

(4) Kool-Aid pkts $.20ea = $.80

(1) Hungry Jack pankcake mix @ $.99 - (1) TQ $1 = FREE

(2) Publix soda 2L @ $.89 = $1.78

(2) Publix butter top bread @ $1.50 ea = $3
(2) 7-UP 2L BOGO $1.89- (1) TQ $.50/2 = $1.39 ($.70 ea)

I got $125.60 in groceries for $48.48 I saved 61%