tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-42751098875470865812024-11-08T09:13:47.813-06:00Learning to be a good steward of my finances and helping others do the same. . .LOLIhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02694256938136881089noreply@blogger.comBlogger51125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4275109887547086581.post-42161173079660199802009-05-18T15:52:00.004-05:002009-05-18T16:16:22.422-05:00

Snacky foods: 4 Nabisco 100 calorie snacksSale: $2.04Minus $1 Target coupon (printable from HotCouponWorld)Minus $1 Manuf. coupon (print from kraft.com or coupons.com)= .04 a box X 4= .16 SmartfoodPrice: $3.33 (not on sale, but I wanted to try)Minus $1 Target coupon (printable from HotCouponWorld)Minus $1 Manuf coupon (Sunday paper, don't remember which week)= $1.33 for 1 box Ritz reduced

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Rule #1: StockpileStockpiling vs. Need Shopping:To get the most bang for your buck you have to change your mindset about how you shop. Stockpiling is buying more of an item than you need, but only when it is free or at a rock bottom price. As your stockpile increases, you “shop” from there when you need something, instead of running to the store and paying full price. This concept alone will

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Frugality is a mindset. It is not just chasing down the greatest deals with a coupon. It is a way of living. When I decided to be a stay at home mom, and go from two household incomes down to one, we had to find some major wiggle room in our budget. And that brings me to the first frugal thing I do.We have a BUDGET. Honestly, we always thought we had a budget. But just recently, with the help of

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Change is soon to come to Frugality. A slighty new approach to my frugal presentation. In the meantime, please visit my friend Leah at Metroplex Savers. She was mentioned on NBC this week!

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Thanks to a heads up from Leah at Metroplex Savers, I found out about this great money maker at CVS. Basically these $1.97 CVS brand crackers are producing a $1 ECB. There is a $3 off CVS brand printable coupon that makes them free. To learn more go HERE and to print the coupon. I bought 2 today, and still haven't reached my limit. Act quick, the coupon expires 1/17!

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A quick heads up! Albertson's has their half gallons of Schepp's milk on sale again for $.99, the best price I've seen. Combine that with the coupon in yesterday's paper for $1.00 off 3 Schepp's and they become $.67 a half gallon. And you can freeze those babies! This advertised sale ends Tuesday (tomorrow).

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The last few weeks I have picked up some cheap cans of 100% pumpkin on clearance. I've been poking around on the internet trying to find some new ways to use this vitamin rich stuff. I had heard rumors of using this as a substitute for oil and eggs in baking. Well, guess what?! This is absolutely true. And with 0 grams of fat, 50 calories and 3 grams of fiber per 1/2 cup, you can really get

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Sign up with QT and RaceTrac with your email address to receive coupons for free stuff. They frequently give away free drinks, hot dogs, etc. I'm all about free stuff!QuikTrip- http://qtwebgroup.com/Racetrac- http://www.racetrac.com/forms/rtusersignup.html

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In the DFW area, Albertson's has Shepps milk half gallon's on sale for $.99 until Wednesday. This is a great price even whithout a coupon. However, there is a coupon in the 11/16 SS (smartsource sunday paper coupon insert) for .50/1 half gallon of Shepps. Albertson's will double this coupon, which means you get free milk! There is a limit of 4. I picked up 4 today! (Sorry, no pics.)Stockpile tip!

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Right now you can get 70% off your order at Coldwater Creek online with code WXH6446. It looks like this can be combined even with clearance deals. Be sure to check your favorite rebate website to see if you can get an additional percentage back. I checked Ebates, and Coldwater Creek is not listed with them. So, I am going to shop through goodshop.com and a percentage of my total will go to the

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Walmart still has the Green Giant Steamers on rollback for $1. There was $1/1 coupon in the 11-16 SS. It expires on Jan. 10. So, if you have some of these coupons to use, do it now! At my Walmart the peas and mixed veg were clearanced to $.75!Happy Shopping!

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YouData.com is a fairly new marketing company that pays you to look at websites from a host of different companies. I have been using it for a couple of months and have earned $3-$4 each time I have checked my account for new ads. It is fast and easy. And they pay directly to your paypal account. I know that doesn't sound like alot of money, but to me it is free money that I have used to trade

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Right now Restaurant.com is having 80% off their gift certificates. This means you pay $2 for $25 gift certificates. Remember to go through ebates.com for an additional percentage back. These gift certificates make great additions to Christmas gifts, especially for the people you don't know what to buy for. The 80% off also applies to the dinner of the month club. If the restaurant you want is

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Take this coupon to any Arby’s to get a free regular roast beef sandwich with any purchase, good through Sunday 12/14!

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Hello Dear Friends! I am finally back on the blogosphere. We came back from Hawaii last Saturday and my internet was down. I had to replace my modem and didn't get that done until yesterday. I am sad to say I completely missed out on Black Friday (I missed you CVS!) and Cyber Monday isn't looking to hopeful for me either. Our ministry is having a huge dinner and auction on Monday, December 8th.

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Dear Friends,We are going to Maui for 2 weeks of vacation! We are going with my in-law's and also celebrating our debt freeness! But, I promise it is a frugal vacation. ; ) We are using air miles and staying with friends who have a guest house. It is a true blessing.I will not be blogging during this time. If you are dying for a frugal find, please visit my recommended websites on the sidebar.

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I had a great trip to Kroger yesterday. Missing from the picture is 2 containers of oatmeal and 1 evaporated milk. I shared with my Mother in law, who babysat while I went shopping. I have to concentrate on deals like this!The loot:6 3liters of Ozarka...used .75/3 q = .25 each6 Quaker Oats...used .50/1 (doubled) = Free6 Evap. Milk...used .50/2 (doubled) = Free2 Swiss Miss ...used .50/2 shortcuts

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Here is a creative way to earn free Christmas gifts without spending a penny.1.) Earn free candles, diffusers, decorative items from Candle Bay. Click HERE to register, then refer your family and friends to do the same. You’ll earn $5 for registering, and $0.50 for each of your family and friends. Once your account reaches $10 (or more), select a gift, and pay for the item AND shipping costs with

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Visit Money Saving Mom here for a great list on current Walmart deals. Remember Walmart prices can vary around the country, but I've been finding this list very useful.If you find a deal you are excited about, email me at alisa (dot) evans (at) sbcglobal (dot) net. If I post my email the regular way, I will be bombarded with spam. ; )Happy Saving!

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Kroger is starting a mega sale today. It will most likely run for 2 weeks. Buy 10 participating items and get $5 off your order instantly, mix and match. Here are the deals I am excited about. I have not seen the add yet so these are rumored deals. I've listed the price after the $5 discount. The coupons listed will make it even better!.50Ozarka 3 ltr$0.75/3 Ozarka Water, Any 3 Liter - 08-24-08

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Victoria's Secret has wonderful promotions around the holidays. Here is a scenario for a great buy on bras. Under $20 for 2 bras, 1 panty. This scenario won't work after today, but I'm sure there will be more.Use codes:25PTY for $25 off any two full priced bras and free cotton panty. They have bras 2/$40 and 2/$44 (This code ends tonight)FA813789 for $10 off any braRUSH08 for free lip gloss set (

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All of the RSVP shoes are on sale for $9.95 at 6pm.com. Some really cute shoes, especially for upcoming Holiday parties and proms. They even have some sweet children's shoes. http://www.6pm.com/n/search.cgi?path=rsvp&fq=brand_id:403&afsrc=1

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Wahoo!! As of 10:30 tonight, we are debt free!!! This is a huge accomplishment for my family! We have never had credit card debt, and we have been without a car payment for awhile and never plan on having one again. But, we have been chipping away at my student loan for awhile now and just paid it off in full online! Hooray! No more Sallie Mae!If you don't know, we have become big fans of Dave

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Walgreens:1 Gallon Milk...$3.79Pringles Stks...$2.24Laundry Detergent X 2...$3.98Paid with $10 RR, OOP .01!Target Trip #1:2 Glade Scented Oil glass... $2.50 each (used $2/1 q x 2)2 Glade Scented Oil refills... $2.50 each (used $2/2 q)3 Lipton Pyramid teas... $2 each (used $1 target Q and $1 peelie) FREE2 25ct ziploc... .85 each(used .75/1 printables)Paid $4.20 OOPGot back $5 gc for buying 4

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These vibrant flowers have been blooming in my sunny Texas flower bed all summer. And I am no gardner. Last year a friend gave me a bloom that had tiny black seeds all over it with instructions to sprinkle them in my flower bed. So, that is what I did and promptly forgot about it. Then in the spring, I decided to plant impatients. About the time my impatients couldn't stand the heat any longer,

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