Grasshoppers and Butterflies

Homeland Deals and Coupon Match-up 1/28/09 thru 2/3/09

Here are the deals I have found so far for the next Homeland ad.  I have done a preliminary Excel spreadsheet (Download Homeland Deals Worksheet 1.28).  Go easy on me as it is a Work In Progress (from here on out know as a WIP item).  I will continue to work on the spreadsheet and add some things like expiration dates of the coupons.  I hope everyone can download the file.  If not then here are the deals:

Pace Picante Sauce - $1.50ea - use $.75/2 coupon ($1.50 off) = $.75ea

Kraft Mayonnaise - $2.50ea - use $.75 off coupon ($1.50 off) = $1.00ea

Hormel Chili - $1.25ea - use $.55/2 coupon ($1.10 off) = $.70ea

Velveeta - $4.88ea - use $1.00 off printable from Coupons.com ($2.00 off) = $2.88

Pillsbury Savorings - $2.99ea - use $.75 off coupon ($1.50 off) = $1.49

Chinet Plates or Platters - $2.50ea - use $1.00 off coupon from 1/25/09 Smart Source insert ($2.00 off) = $.50ea

Chinet Comfort Cups - $2.00ea - use $1.00 printable from blog entry 1/14/09 ($2.00 off) = FREE!

Eckrich Smoked Sausage $3.00ea - use $1.00/2 coupon ($2.00 off) = $2.00ea

El Monterey Taquitos or Enchiladas - $5.79 - use $1.00 off coupon from 1/25/09 Smart Source ($2.00 off) = $3.79

Carl Buddig Deli cuts - $2.50ea - use $1.00 off coupon ($2.00 off) = $.50

Hillshire Farm Lit'l Smokies - $2.50ea - use $1.00/2 coupon from 1/25/09 Red Plum insert ($2.00 off) = $1.50ea

I Can't Believe It's Not Butter Spray - $1.78ea - use $.40 off coupon ($.80 off) = $.98ea

Crest Toothpaste - $2.50ea - use $.75 off coupon ($1.50 off) = $1.00ea

Olay Ribbons Body Wash - $2.99ea - use $1.00 off coupon ($2.00 off) = $.99ea

Betty Crocker Pouch Potatoes - $.75ea - use $.25 off coupon ($.50 off) = $.25ea

Wholly Guacamole - $2.00ea - use $.50 off coupon ($1.00 off) = $1.00ea

Wholly Salsa - $2.50ea - use $1.00 off coupon ($2.00 off) = $2.00ea

Orville Redenbacher Popcorn - $1.66ea - use $1.00/2 coupon ($2.00 off) - $.66ea

Ocean Spray Juice - $2.50ea - use $1.00 off coupon ($2.00 off) = $.50ea

Excedrin - $4.49ea - use $1.00 off coupon ($2.00 off) = $2.49ea

I tried to copy and paste from my Excel spreadsheet but it didn't work so well.  If you see anything worth mentioning that I have left out then leave a comment and I will update my post.  Stay warm and safe (and sane) as the kids are out of school again tomorrow.

Jennifer

Renovations Underway

This is what I have been doing the last few days instead of blogging.

 

We have been ripping apart our bathroom.  The tile grout was starting to crack and water was starting to seep through so we decided it was time to fix it.  We will also be tearing out the tub and replacing that too.   Hopefully this will be a two week process!  I will post pictures as we progress. 

I will check the mail tomorrow (ice skate to the mail box) and see if the Homeland ad comes.  If it doesn't then it will be late tomorrow before I get the deals posted.  The kids are out of school tomorrow due to the icy roads so hopefully they don't get too stir crazy.  I am also working on an Excel spreadsheet that you can print out and take with you to the store and it is just about finished so I will post that soon.  Stay warm and stay off the roads if you are in the OKC area.

Jennifer

A Little Bit of Everything

I didn't know what to title my post because it is mainly about random thoughts and things that have gone on over the last couple of days.  First off, I went to Homeland tonight and got everything that was on my list except for the sour cream.  Usually by the time I go some of the items that are on sale that are the "deals" are already gone.  I was quite pleased that tonight was not one of those nights!  Plus I picked up (4) 1/2 gallons of organic milk for $.99ea.  I put (3) of them in the deep freezer for later.  I love the taste of organic milk!  My total bill was just under $35 and I got a cart full of groceries.

Next up is about the grocery budget.  Before I started cutting coupons and getting so involved in "deal" shopping our monthly grocery budget was around $550.  I have cut that down to about $250 a month and no I'm not kidding.  Cutting coupons and pairing them with what is already on sale has cut our grocery bill by $300 a month.  It does take some time but it is well worth the payoff!  But on to the point of this whole story....The other night I went to Girls Night Out.  It was a great time of chit-chat and fellowship with the girls.  We got on the topic of coupons and finances and I mentioned that we are going to work hard and pay off my husbands car in 6 months instead of the 13 months left on the loan.  One of the girls commented that my husband must have a good job.  While he does have a good job I told her that the money we are saving on groceries is going towards paying off the car.

We use the envelope system for our budget purposes.  Every paycheck we fill each of our envelopes with cash and that is what we use.  When the cash is gone we stop spending.  Since gas has been much cheaper lately we have a surplus of gas money at the end of the month.  The extra money from the gas fund is also being rolled over into paying off the car early.  So my whole point is to say that instead of just blowing the extra money on something we really don't need it is going towards putting us one step closer to being debt free.  Oh how I can't wait for that day!

I am done rambling for the night.  Sorry if I have already lost you!

Jennifer

Homeland Deals and Coupon Match-Up 1/21/09 thru 1/27/09

Here are the coupon match-ups that I have found with my stash of coupons.  There are a few blank spots in the on-line ad.  I don't know if they do that on purpose or what but I will pick up a "real" ad tomorrow and let you know if there is any more deals to be had.

Pillsbury Grands Biscuits - $1.00ea - use $.50 off 3 or $.25 off coupon ($1.00 off 3 or $.50 off) = $.67ea or $.50ea - There have been a ton of Pillsbury coupons over the last few weeks!!

Hormel Chili - $1.00ea - use $.55/2 coupon from 1/18/09 insert ($1.10 off) = $.45ea

Farmland Pork Roll or Link Sausage - $1.50ea - use $1.00/2 coupon ($2.00 off) = $.50ea

Carl Buddig Deli Cuts - $2.99ea - use $1.00 off coupon ($2.00 off) = $.99ea

El Monterery Burritos - $3.49ea - use $1.00/2 coupon ($2.00 off) = $2.49ea

Jello Pudding, Gelatin or Smoothies - $2.50ea - use $.50 off coupon ($1.00 off) = $1.50ea

Viva Paper Towels - $6.99 - use $.50 off coupon ($1.00 off) = $5.99ea

Colgate Toothpaste - $1.50ea - use $.75 off coupon from 1/18/09 insert ($1.50 off) = FREE!!

Cottonelle Bath Tissue - $6.99ea - use $.50 off coupon ($1.00 off) = $5.99ea

Herbal Essences - $2.50ea - use $1.00 off coupon ($2.00 off) = $.50ea

Select Kellogg's Cereals - $2.50ea - use $1.00 off printable from coupons.com (I don't know if these are still available) - ($2.00 off) = $.50ea

Kellogg's Fiber Plus Bars - $2.00ea - use $.75 off printable here ($1.50 off) = $.50ea

Knorr Lipton Sides - $1.00ea - use $.60/2 coupon from 1/18/09 insert ($1.20 off) = $.40ea

Hiland Sour Cream - $1.00ea - use $.25 off coupon ($.50 off) = $.50ea

Pringles - $1.00ea - use $.30/3 coupon ($.60 off) = $.80ea

Chef Boyardee - $1.00ea - use $.35/3 coupon ($.70 off) = $.77ea

That is a quick run down for now.  There may be a few more deals that I find tomorrow and I will update in the afternoon.  I still have a few coupons from Sunday to be cut and filed (GASP!!)  I know, I know but in my defense I have been sick!  If you see anything that I have missed please let me know by leaving a comment and I will update my post.  Thanks!

Jennifer

Homeland Deals

Well the ad was not in the mail today like it usually is so I guess you will have to wait for the match-up until tonight.  I probably won't post it until around 11pm central time because I am going to Girls Night Out!!  Woo Hoo for me!  But I will get those posted tonight so check back later...Promise!!

Jennifer

I'm Still Here!

I haven't posted in a few days because a super nasty cold bug caught me (or I caught it).  Either way I have just felt really bad.  I still have a lingering cough and a little congestion but it is mainly just at night when I need to be sleeping.  And probably the main reason why I keep playing with my blog graphics.  Oh well!

I have worked some on decluttering the house.  I have taken 2 full carloads to Goodwill over the last couple of weeks.  I could probably take a few more before it is all over with.  Hopefully I will get some pictures taken tomorrow so you can see some of my progress.  I have way to much stuff!

Tomorrow night I will be going to a meeting at a local running shop to learn more about how to train for a 5K.  I also ran into someone at Braum's last night and she told me about The Couch-to-5K Running Plan which I will be reading more about.  I will keep you posted on my progress. 

The Homeland ad should be in the mailbox or on-line at some point on Tuesday.  When it comes out I will post on the deals I find in the ad.  I am also working on a price book for a couple of the local grocery stores just to see who has the best price on things with and without coupons.  More to come on that later.  Also, if you are interested in what coupons will be in the Sunday paper then Taylortown Coupon Preview is a great place tolook.  Then you can determine ahead of time if it is worth picking up extra papers or not.

Jennifer 

Chinet Coupons

Here are a couple of Chinet coupons worth $1.00 each.  If you use them at Homeland they are doubled and you can get some pretty cheap HEAVY DUTY paper plates (the Super Bowl is right around the corner).  The disposable cups are pretty good for making your own coffee (or tea) at home and taking it with you.  I think Homeland sells these for $2.69 so after the coupon is doubled they will be $.69!!

Chinet Classic White

Chinet Comfort Cup

I was able to print each coupon twice.  Either hit your browser's back button or just click on the link again.  Enjoy!

Jennifer

Homeland Deals and Coupon Match-Up 1/14/09 thru 1/20/09

Here are the latest deals and coupon match-ups from the Homeland ad that will start tomorrow.  All of the coupons are from Sunday inserts over the last few weeks.

Eckrich Smoked Sausage - $2.79ea - use $1.00/2 coupon ($2.00 off) = $1.79ea

El Monterey Burritos - $3.00ea - use $1.00/2 coupon ($2.00 off) = $2.00ea

Tyson Any'tizers or Chicken Quick - $3.00ea - use $1.00/2 coupon ($2.00 off) = $2.00ea

Birds Eye Steamfresh - $1.00ea - use $.35 off coupon ($.70 off) = $.30ea

Pillsbury Toaster Strudel - $1.99ea - use $.35 off coupon ($.70 off) = $1.29ea

Tropicana Orange Juice - $2.50ea - use $1.00/2 coupon ($2.00 off) = $1.50ea

Lipton Family Size Tea Bags - $1.66ea - use $.75/2 coupon ($1.50 off) =  $.91ea

Juicy Juice - $2.00ea - use $.50/2 coupon ($1.00 off) = $1.50ea

Garnier Fructis Shampoo or Conditioner - $2.69ea - use $1.00 off coupon ($2.00 off) = $.69ea

Slim Fast 6 pack - $5.99 - use $1.40 off coupon (not doubled) = $4.59ea I am not sure if this is a good deal or not since I don't ever buy it.

Old Spice Deodorant - $2.99ea - use $1.00/2 coupon ($2.00 off) = $1.99ea

Bayer Aspirin - $2.00ea - use $1.00 off coupon ($2.00 off) = FREE!!

Brawny Paper Towels 6 or 8 Rolls - $7.99 - use $1.00 off coupon ($2.00 off) = $5.99ea

Duracell Batteries - $2.50ea - use $.75off coupon ($1.50 off) = $1.00ea

Progresso Soups - $1.50ea - use $.50/2 or $1.00/4 coupon ($1.00 or $2.00 off) = $1.00ea

Chef Boyardee Pasta - $1.00ea - use $.35/3 coupon ($.70 off) = $.90ea

Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks or Roll-ups - $2.00ea - use $.75/2 ($1.50 off) = $1.25ea

Texas Toast - $2.27ea - use $.50 off coupon ($1.00 off) = $1.27

**Unadvertised - Wishbone (Salad Spritzers?) - $2.69ea - use $.75 off coupon ($1.50 off) = $1.19ea

That is about all I see for the coupon match-ups from my stash.  I am always on the look out for unadvertised deals.  Homeland also frequently has carts full of clearance items close to the front of the store.  You can use your coupons on these and most of the time you can get the items for $.50 or less after coupons!

Jennifer

Thrift Store Finds

I always love checking out the local thrift stores.  You never know what you might find.  Here is what I picked up the other day.  The first one with the rocks and tea lights had a little makeover.  It originally had wax candles in all 3 bowls.  I removed the wax and added the rocks and the tea lights and voila! I have a new centerpiece for my table.  I will eventually put some flowers in the middle.

 

The second piece is a before picture.  I'm not sure what it is but it caught my eye.  It will be getting a makeover once I decide what I want to do with it.  When I am finished I will post a picture of the finished project.

 

 

There you have it.  If you ever get a chance go and check out your local thrift stores.  It is fun to see what you can find!

The Homeland ad will be available tomorrow so I will do deals and coupon match-ups and post them tomorrow night.  Check back tomorrow and have a good night!

Velveeta House Party

I posted last week about a $1.00 Velveeta coupon here and also how to apply to host a House Party sponsored by Velveeta.  Well I was selected to host one!!  This will be my 3rd House Party to host and they are a lot of fun.  This is what I will be receiving in my party pack for myself and my guests:

1 32 oz. package of VELVEETA
16 VELVEETA Loaf Savers for me and my guests
1 can of RO*TEL Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies
1 Dip Bowl
Nabisco Chips
16 Snack Clips for me and my guests
25 Super-Cool disposable cups from Etch It (everyone can personalize his or her own!)
KOOL-AID Powdered Beverage
16 Recipe cards with coupon for me and my guests

There are a lot of different House Parties to apply for so go check it out and you may get selected.  Don't forget to pick up your Sunday papers for your coupons.  Homeland will have a new ad coming out for next Wednesday and I will look for coupon match-ups.

Jennifer