FREE M&M’s today…It’s FREE Chocolate Friday!!

Don’t forget to get your FREE M&M’s online coupons today!!  The Chocolate Relief Act rocks.

Go to:     https://secure.realchocolate.com/   

Go EVERY Friday to sign up for printable coupons for free chocolate!  Coupons will start arriving in the mail, and they are good on any of the following candy bars:  Mars, M&M’s, Snickers, 3 Musketeers, Twix, Milky Way, or Dove.

Happy Chocolate!  ~CouponCathy~ Save cash, save money using grocery store coupons and other online shopping tips at  www.shopsensibly.com

CVS–More FREE Back To School Supplies: Paper Mate Pens, Philips Headphones, Notebooks, School Box

We’re nearing the end of the back-to-school offers, but CVS has another push this week for their freebies.  Here’s what’s free this week, and there are a few good “almost free” deals at the bottom as well.  Have fun, and hope you didn’t pay anything for your back to school supplies this year, as the past 5 weeks at CVS should have you stocked up!

CVS Filler Paper–  On sale again this week for $0.99.  You’ll get a $0.99 ExtraBuck back at the bottom of your receipt for next time, therefore it’s FREE!  Limit is 2 per CVS Card.
Paper Mate Pens-  Packs of 10 are on sale this week for $0.99.  You’ll get an ExtraBuck back for $0.99. Limit is 2
Caliber Recycled School Box– These are priced at $1.99.  You’ll get #1.99 ExtraBucks on your receipt for next time.  Limit is 2 per CVS Card.
Caliber/CVS Mini Composition Notebooks– On sale for $1.99, and again, you’ll get $1.99 back in ExtraCareBucks at the bottom of your receipt.  Limit is 2.
Philips Earhook Headphones– These are on sale for $6.99, but you’ll get $6.99 back in ExtraBucks.  This is a great deal if you have teenagers, as they go through these like water.  Limit 1 per CVS Card/household.

Honorable Mentions / Almost Free!!

L’Oreal Revitalift Deep Set Wrinkle Repair and L’Oreal Cleanser-   You will get a $10 ExtraBuck when you buy both.  Here is the deal:
1)  When you enter into CVS go to the Pharmacy and them about ReadyFill Prescriptions.  They will tell you about the promo, then hand you a coupon book.  Clip the $4 off a $20 purchase of “facial skin care”. 
2)  Go to:  http://www.lorealparisusa.com and on the bottom left, click on Special Offers and Savings.  Register on their site if it prompts, but click/print on the $5.00 Revitalift Coupon and click/print the $1.00 off the Cleanser coupon as well.
3)  Purchase Revitalift for $14.99 and the Cleanser for $5.99.  All coupons above equal $10.00, you’ll get $10 back in ExtraBucks, therefore only paying $0.98 for both of these!
4) When you get home, go to the following link to get a FREE cosmetic bag with samples when you purchase 2 participating L’Oreal products: http://www.condenastdirect.com/self/selfconnected/getit_loreal.asp  

 Sobe Lifewater– These are buy one get one free at CVS this week.  They are $1.99.  Click this coupon, print two of them out.  Use both (you can use a coupon on the free item), and only pay $0.20 for both!  (Cool, eh?)  http://bricks.coupons.com/Start.asp?tqnm=qhalegz14395622&bt=wi&o=56053&c=SL&p=dP7JSciC

Happy Shopping..and enjoy!  ~CouponCathy~  www.shopsensibly.com

Coupons + Box Top Promotion at Albertsons = under $1.00

Okay…so this is NOT a freebie post, but it’s close!!  All of these deals are under $1.00 in this sale.  I spent $26.80 and saved a whopping $102.00 at Albertsons yesterday.  Anything with a Box Top attached to it is on SUPER, MEGA SALE, at Albertsons.  I’m assuming that Jewel and Albertson’s other chains has this going on as well, but check your store before gearing up.

In last Sunday’s paper, there was an insert by General Mills pushing their Box Top Promotion.  In addition, several schools are having a contest for prizes.  If you have your internet coupons from the last 3-4 weeks, you’ll have over 30 coupons to use in one, single transaction.  Here are locations for internet coupons.  http://www.coupons.com, http://www.smartsource.com, http://www.bettycrocker.com,  http://www.boxtops4education.com,  http://www.clickmycoupon.com,   http://www.pillsbury.com,  and  www.cellfire.com.   In addition, last week, (Week F/Week 32), you’ll find at least one coupon on everything below!!!!.

Hamburger Helper- On sale for $0.79/box.  Smartsource internet coupon in Week E (Week 31) for $1.75 off three boxes.  You pay $0.29/box. 
Chex Mix  All flavors, including the “Select” which is the chocolate coated are on sale for $0.79.  There are about 10 coupons located in Week E (Week 31) spread across the sources above for $0.50.   You pay $0.29/bag.
Suddenly Salad– Also on sale for $0.79 each.  There are 3 internet coupons from Week E (Week 31) for $0.40 each.  You pay $0.39/box.
Betty Crocker Fruit Snack “Shapes”– On sale for $0.79/box.  There are at least 5 internet coupons from the sources above for $0.40 each.  You pay $0.39/box.
Cheerios Snack Mix –On sale for $0.99.  Coupon in Week F (Last week) for $0.50.  You get this for $0.49.
Betty Crocker Warm Delights Bowls– On sale for $.99 each.  There are at least 10-15 internet coupons over the last 4 weeks for $0.50 each, allowing you to get these for $0.49 each!
Totinos Pizza Rolls-Currently $0.79/box.  There are 4 or 5 coupons from Week E and Week F for either $0.35 off one box, or $0.55 off two boxes.  You can score these for $0.44-$0.52 per box!
Nature Valley Granola Nut Clusters-On sale for $1.49 per bag.  Again, 5-6 internet coupons over the past 2-3 weeks.  Coupons are for $1.00, bringing each bag down to only $0.49!  These are actually healthy, as well.
Yoplait Fiber One Yogurt-4pack-Currently on sale for $1.49.  There are $1.00 internet coupons in Weeks E and F for $1.00 off, making each of these only$0.49 as well.
Cheerios, Lucky Charms, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Cocoa Puffs- These are on sale for $1.49 a box, which alone, is a good deal.  There are internet coupons over the last 5 weeks for $1.00 off two boxes, bringing the price to $0.99 per box!
Trix Cereal-On sale for $1.49 as well.  There are, again, 4-6 internet coupons over the last 5 weeks for $0.55 off one box.  This brings your price down to $0.99 each!

This is a classic Coupon Stacking situation.  Use the coupon with the sale!!   Like I said, I walked out of Albertson’s saving over $100 in one transaction, and had close to 200 Box Tops for my kid’s school.  I can either donate some of the food, or start my winter stock-up!    

Happy Shopping!  ~CouponCathy~ www.shopsensibly.com

CVS – FREE Air Wick, Bayer Contour, Revlon, Bic Razor, Sharpie Highlighters

Hey there…CVS has a few good deals this week! 

Air Wick Freshmatic Ultra I-Motion  Could they add ANY more words to the title of this product?  With all the new air fresheners out there, I was thoroughly confused, at first, as I don’t normally buy these…but since it’s FREE this week, I thought I would try it.  CVS has these on sale this week for $5.99.  Stack the coupon from Week F–this past Sunday, which is Week #32) of the SmartSource Insert for $6.00, and get it this week for FREE!!
Bayer Contour Blood Glucose Monitoring System– as all of you know, this is a philanthropy near and dear to me.  Get these for FREE and donate them to your nearest homeless shelter or battered women’s shelter.  Use the coupon from Week E (Week 31) of the RedPlum Insert which is “up to” $30.00.  When you purchase this, you’ll also get a $5 ExtraBuck to use on your next CVS visit at the bottom of your receipt …not a bad payday! 
Revlon Color Stay Mineral Mousse– I could easily match my skin color to this, so it’s GREAT!  Not only do I like the “weight” of it on my skin, but it’s got SPF in it as well!  These are on sale for $9.99, but you get a $9.99 ExtraBuck back at the bottom of your receipt for next time.  Stack the coupon from Week C (Week #29) for $1.00, and you come out ahead!  I thought it was worth a try and I’ll actually buy this again!!
Sharpie Accent Highlighters– Currently CVS has these on sale for $0.99.  Click on this link  and get a $1.00 coupon to use toward them, making them FREE.  http://schoolyearseve.cookiemag.com/pdf/SYE_Coupon.pdf

Honorable Mentions:
Bic Soleil Razor– Currently these are on sale for $6.99.  Use coupon from Week F (this past Sunday) for $3.00 off.  You also get $3.00 back in ExtraBucks.  This will cost you $0.99, but stack the $1.00 you made from Revlon above and get this for FREE.
Coppertone NutriShield–  CVS has this on sale for $8.99.  Use the coupon for $5.00 at http://www.coppertone.com/coppertone/index.jsp  and pay only $1.00 after the coupon and ExtraBucks!!  

Happy Shopping, as always!  ~CouponCathy~ www.shopsensibly.com

 

Quaker Granola Bars for $.99, FREE Colgate & Dannon at Safeway!

I know some of you are sure glad that I’m FINALLY getting to the grocery store posts, right?  Well, here goes this great coupon stacking transaction! 
Safeway (which is also Dominick’s and Von’s to some of you), has placed an insert in this past Sunday paper with Safeway store coupons.  You must buy $20 worth of groceries to get these deals after they scan your card, SO MAKE SURE THAT YOU DO NOT PRESENT ANY COUPONS TO THE CASHIER UNTIL THEY SUBTOTAL YOUR TRANSACTION.  Once they subtotal, then present the Safeway Insert Coupons…then give them your manufacturer’s coupons–in that order.   Most stores won’t be picky, but play it safe, and play it right, so they help you in the future!!

Colgate MaxWhite or MaxFresh – This is on sale for $0.99 each.  Coupon is in Week D (Week 30) of the RedPlum insert for $0.75.  Safeway doubles coupons up to $1.00, so this is FREE.
Dannon Danimals Crush Cups Yogurt – These are on sale for $0.50 each.  Coupon for $1.00 is located in Week D (Week 30) of the Redplum insert making these FREE–and putting $0.50 toward another product.  I only found the 4-packs in my store, which are on sale for $2.50, however.  Using the $1.00 brings them down to $1.50 for 4, which is still a great deal…but I couldn’t find the 6 oz “individuals” in my Safeway, (which makes it free), so let me know if you find them!!  My friend Shawn says they are out there!
So…to get to your $20, you need a few more deals…

Quaker Chewy Granola Bars – You can get one box of these for $0.99 with the Safeway paper coupon.  If you haven’t already used the coupon in Week Y of the Redplum Insert for $0.75 off 2 boxes, stack this.  They are on sale for $2.50/box.  So $3.50-$0.75=$2.75 for two boxes, which is still a deal.
Kellogg’s Pop Tarts- Use the Safeway Newspaper Coupon to get one box of these for $0.99.  If you followed my other post, you got these for FREE with the Kellogg’s, Keebler & Walgreen’s promo!!
Pillsbury Cookie Dough –  Safeway Newspaper Coupon is for $1.99.  Stack Internet Coupon in Week E (this week) at http://www.coupons.com for $0.55 off, and only pay $1.49.
Skippy Peanut Butter – Use the Safeway Newspaper Coupon for $1.49.
Chef Boyardee Canned Pasta- Use Safeway Newspaper Coupon, which is 4 cans for $3.00.  Stack coupon in Week E of the SmartSource Insert for $0.35 off 3 cans, (which will double to $0.70) bringing this to 4 cans for $2.30, which is $0.57 per can!
Dixie Paper Plates – With Safeway’s Newspaper Coupon, these are $2.99..stack coupon way back from Week S (Week 19) for $0.50…coupon will double up to $1.00, getting these for $1.99.
Mission Tortillas- Use the Safeway Newspaper Coupon for $0.99.  This is a great deal, and manufacturer’s coupons are pretty rare for these!

This should get you to your $20.00 minimum before your coupons….but if not, there are several other Newspaper Coupons to get you there.  Hopefully you enjoyed this coupon stacking this round!  Happy Stacking and Happy Shopping!  ~CouponCathy~ www.shopsensibly.com

FREE Kellogg’s, Keebler, and Walgreens Promotion!!

Okay folks…ready for this? 
Kelloggs and Walgreens are having separate “Kellogg’s” promotions…but when you combine the deals, you get a boat load of Kellogg’s stuff for FREE.  In this past Sunday’s RedPlum Insert, there is a Back To School ad for Kellogg’s and Keebler—along with several coupons on the promo items.  When you purchase 10 Kellogg’s/Keebler Products in one transaction, there is a Mail-In Rebate for $10.00.  Walgreens is also having a sale on these products, and is offering a $5 Register Reward when you purchase $10.00 of these products.  Combining these two promotions can save YOU a ton of money, getting these all for FREE.   Remember, to be eligible for the Mail In Rebate, all products must be in one transaction, so here we go:

Raisin Bran – 2 boxes@$2.50 each.  Use coupon for $1.00 off two boxes in the Insert above.
Keebler Fudge Stripes – 2 packages@$2.00 each. Use coupon for $1.00 off two from the Insert above.
Rice Krispie Treats – 2 boxes@$2.00 each. Use coupon for $1.00 off two boxes from Insert above.
Nutri-Grain Bars – 2 boxes@$2.50 each. Use coupon for $1.00 off two boxes from Insert above.
Pop-Tarts – 2 boxes@$2.00 each. Use coupon for $1.00 two boxes from Insert above.

Here is the math:
Total for all products above is $22.00 + tax
Coupons from above                     -$5.00
Register Reward for cereal         -$2.00
Register Reward for rest              -$5.00
Mail In Rebate                               -$10.00
Your final price for all……..         $0.00+ tax.

Make sure that you follow the directions on the Mail In Rebate, then send it in!  Since you have to purchase all of the items in one transaction, there will be NO better opportunity to find these products this cheap…use your coupons…and the mail in rebate… isn’t coupon stacking fun?

I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did!!  ~CouponCathy~  www.shopsensibly.com

 

CVS – FREE – Blink Tears, Softsoap Body Wash & Stayfree Pads

I almost forgot to mention that besides the back to school stuff that CVS has this week, they also have two other “notable” mentions…

Blink Tears (0.5 oz) – is on sale for $7.99.  It’s actually a moneymaker this week when you partner it with a coupon for $3.00 in this past Sunday’s paper–Redplum Insert, because you can use the coupon and still walk away with $7.99 in ExtraBucks!! 

SoftSoap  NutriSerumsBodywash-   Another moneymaking deal is SoftSoap Nutriserums Body Wash…it’s on sale for $4.99, but you’ll get $4.00 back in ExtraBucks when you walk out the door.  Use the coupon from here:  http://print.coupons.com/couponweb/Offers.aspx?pid=13903&nid=10&zid=xh20   (enter 45435 as the zip code)  and make $2.00 on the deal!

Stayfree  Pads – CVS has a current promotion that when you buy $10 in product on certain items you’ll get $5 back in Extrabucks.  Pick up two packages of these for $10.  Use the buy one/get one free coupon in Week Z (Week 26) of the SmartSource Insert, so you’ll only pay $5.00, and you’ll get $5 back in ExtraBucks at the bottom of your receipt. 

These sale items don’t expire..they are on sale at CVS until Saturday night, but you might want to pick them up before they are sold out.  Happy Shopping!  ~CouponCathy, www.shopsensibly.com.

CVS – FREE Back To School Supplies – Book Covers, Rulers, Scissors, Glue Sticks, Pencils, Compass, Protractor, Notebooks

I think CVS is just trying to lure us into their stores (which is working).  They’ve put so much on sale for free, that I have to drive to 3-4 different CVS stores just to find the FREE stuff in stock!   Here’s the FREE stuff this week, but good luck finding a store that has it in stock….these are FREE through Tuesday…. 

CVS or Caliber 1 Subject Notebook, 70-80 sheets  On sale for $0.99 cents each…pick up two of these, and you’ll get $1.98 back at the register in ExtraBucks. 
Caliber Compass or Protractor– These are on sale for $1.50 each…since we have a limit of 2 per CVS Card, pick up one of each…you’ll get $3.00 back in ExtraBucks upon checkout.
CVS or Caliber Pens or Wooden Pencils– Each pack is marked down to $0.99.  We’re allowed 2 per CVS Card (household), so pick up a pack of each.  (With all the free pens over the last 3 weeks, if you can find the pencils, grab ’em.  I haven’t been able to find these at all.)  You’ll get $1.98 back in ExtraBucks on your receipt after checkout for next time.
CVS or Caliber Glue Stick or Sticky Notes– These are on sale for $0.99 each.  The sticky notes were free last week, so if you got them, grab the glue sticks this time around.  Limit of 2 per CVS Card/Household, and you’ll get $1.98 back at check out.
Caliber or It’s Academic Scissors– These are on sale for $2.99 each, and we’re permitted 2 pairs per household.  Some of the CVS Stores have them behind the counter, so if they aren’t on the rack, ask an associate.  You’ll get $5.98 back in ExtraBucks at the bottom of your receipt.
Caliber or It’s Academic Flexi Ruler– These are $0.99 each.  With the free rulers a week ago, I have about 4 of these already.  Get them if you need them, or donate them to a school near you.  You’ll get $1.98 back in ExtraBucks for your next visit.
Caliber or It’s Academic Stretchable Book Cover– Okay..so much for making book covers out of brown grocery bags (does anyone remember that?)  These are SO COOL.  They are washable and completely reusable and come in really cool designs and colors.  You’ll pay $0.99 each for them but you’ll get your $1.98 back in ExtraBucks.  We’re limited to 2, which is a bummer, so hopefully they’ll be on sale again soon!
2-Pocket Poly Portfolio-These are on sale for $0.49 each.  We’re allowed 2 of them, and you’ll get your $0.98 back in ExtraBucks…but if you can find them, and you’re in the Phoenix area, please post where you find them.  I looked at 3 different CVS stores, and no luck.

Good luck this week…it’s tough out there!  ~CouponCathy
You don’t think I tell you everything, do you?    Find out everything at www.shopsensibly.com.

Fry’s – FREE Aussie Shampoo, Conditioner, Styler

Okay gang…there weren’t too many promos in this Wednesday’s grocery ads, but FREE Aussie doesn’t come around too often..not even at CVS or Walgreen’s.  Get this before Tuesday night, and try Aussie’s products, if you’ve never used them.  Here’s the deal:

Aussie Shampoo, Conditioner, or Styler– Fry’s (which is also Kroger, Ralph’s, Smiths and King Soopers) currently has Aussie for FREE.  Fry’s currently has this on sale for 1.99 when you buy 4 Proctor and Gamble items.  There is a $2.00 coupon on the Fry’s E-Saver (www.pgesaver.com), making this FREE. 

Here’s how ESaver works.  Go to http://www.pgesaver.com.  Create a log in/password.  Link your Fry’s card (and any other cards you have that P&G accepts, such as Safeway, Albertsons, etc.)  When you hear about a “Mix and Match” event, or a “10 Item Mega Event”, or any other sale that involves Proctor and Gamble items, go to this site, and link your needed/wanted P&G items to the store card that currently has the sale.  Don’t load these onto your a card ahead of time, as you can’t “undo” and move them to another card.  (I learned this the hard way). 

Here are some of the other P&G sale items where you can attach an “ESaver” coupon to your card as well, so you can stack your deal and save money at Fry’s before Tuesday!!

Tampax, 20 ct.-Sale price is $1.99.  ESaver Coupon is $0.50.
Puffs Facial Tissue– Sale price is $0.69 each.  ESaver Coupon is for $0.25 off three boxes.
Herbal Essences, Shampoo, Conditioner, Styler– Sale price is $1.99.  ESaver Coupon is for $1.00, making it only $0.99 for one.
Gillette Deodorant– Sale price is $2.49.  ESaver Coupon is for $1.00, making it only $1.49.
Secret Deodorant- Sale price is $2.00.  Coupon is actually in the P&G Sunday insert for $1.00 in Week A (Week 27).

Happy Shopping!…..and find out how I know about the deals before you do!  www.shopsensibly.com.
~CouponCathy

FREE Mocha Monday at McDonalds!

Get a free sample of an iced OR hot mocha this coming Monday, August 3rd!  It’s only good at participating McDonald’s, so you might want to call ahead (or stop in over the weekend) and see if your local McDonald’s is participating.  What a way to start a Monday!  I know I’ll be there, as McDonald’s has a few other local coupons to take advantage of as well (Stack the Deal!)
http://www2.mcdonalds.com/mccafe/index.html?TargetSection=Products

Don’t forget to enter our Sizzlin’ Summer Survey Drawing at the link below.  We’re giving away a $100 Restaurant.com Gift Certificate to those who complete a small, simple survey!  Here’s the link:
Cathy’s Survey Link to the Sizzlin’ Summer Survey Giveaway!!