07Jan 2010 by holly

Harris Teeter Shopping Trip 1/7/2010

Coupons, Harris Teeter, Shopping Trips, Uncategorized
I did it!  I made it to Harris Teeter before I even went to work.  I of course had to work a little bit later to make up the time  but it was worth it.   Some of the items I've already eaten!  Which means I didn't get a picture.  Try to imagine my pretty good run. 1 - Lysol Disinfecting Wipes, 4-in-1  35-ct. $2 each - $1 Coupon SS 1/3/10 DOUBLED = FREE (Used 1 coupon) 2 - Sun Crystals 50 packs $1.99 -$1 off Sun Crystals RP 11/1, 1/3 = FREE 9 - Jello Gelatin $.59 each - $1.25 buy 3 of select items from store aisle DOUBLED = FREE (Used 3 coupons) 4 - Special K Cereal Bars 3.8-4.86 oz. (4)x $1.99 - $5 off instantly wyb 4…
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07Jan 2010 by holly

I made my own detergent!

general, Uncategorized
You may remember that back in July 2009 I asked -"What do you use to clean your clothes?" In that post, I mentioned how much I really like Fels-Naptha bar soap as a pre-treater and the Duggar family - now "19 kids and counting" - use it to make their own homemade detergent. See the recipe in my earlier post HERE. Back in October 2009, I did just that I made my own laundry detergent. I have plenty and still do of regular Purex, Tide and others that I purchased almost FREE or close to it but this idea of making my own sounded so appealing I had to try it. I prefer detergent without a scent especially for my little girls clothes. I'm amazed at how well this detergent…
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06Jan 2010 by holly

Washington Post Subscription Deal – $.77 Sundays!

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In my Sunday paper last weekend I noticed that they have a new deal for new subscribers or subscribes that haven't subscribed in the last 30 days.   $.77 sundays - get 26 weeks of Sunday home-delivery for just $.77 a week or 7-day home-delivery for $1.81 a week! Offer only valid in limited locations within the Post's 7 day home delivery area for new subscribers and those who have not been a Post subscriber for the past 30 days.  You will be charged a one time payment for the initial 26 week subscription period.  At the end of the 26 week period, your subscription will continue and you will be billed or your credit card will be charged every 8 weeks at the prevailing home delivery rate unless you contact…
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04Jan 2010 by holly

How do you calculate your grocery or drugstore savings?

Financial, general, Uncategorized
I'm curious, how do you calculate your grocery or drugstore savings? Do you calculate it based on regular retail prices? Do you calculate it based on sale prices? How do you calculate it using your reward points /bucks/ rewards? I've been trying to figure this out for a while.  We save a lot each year on so many things!  We don't ever buy toothpaste, razors, and other household products just because I can get it FREE or really cheap.   I know I'm saving a lot because of that but how much am I really saving per trip? What formula do you use?  I plan to find a couple formulas and post them here. Source Img:  All You magazine
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01Jan 2010 by holly

Shoppers Food Warehouse 1/2/10 – 1/6/10

Food, Shoppers, Shopping deals, Uncategorized
"Dollar Deals" promotion - many items priced at $1! Some are regular prices but it is nice to see a lot of healthy items are available for a $1, but not a lot of opportunities for couponing, unfortunately. Hot Pockets Single Serve $1 Fresh Express Iceberg Garden Salad bags $1 Note: The .55 / 1 IP coupon will not work with this promo. Tony's Pizza Singles .50 / 1 from 12/13 SS = FREE 3 liter bottle Deer park Water $1 Utz Potato Chips ( 3.75 oz bag ) $1 Hunt's pasta Sauce $1 (Everyday price) San Giorgio pasta $1 Rice-A-Roni $1 Plumrose Sliced cooked ham ( 4 oz ) $1 Gatorade 32 oz bottles $1 V05 Shampoo or Conditioner $1 Kraft Easy Macs $1 Powerade Sports Drinks 32 oz…
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31Dec 2009 by holly

New Years! Local NOVA Mall Hours and Sales

Malls, Shopping deals, Uncategorized
Fair Oaks Mall SPECIAL MALL HOURS New Year's Day 1/1/2010 10:00am-6:00pm Dulles Town Center SPECIAL MALL HOURS New Year's Day 1/1/2010 10:00am-7:00pm 1/2/2010 10:00am-9:30pm Ballston Mall SPECIAL MALL HOURS New Year's Day 1/1/2010 10:00am-6:00pm Landmark Mall SPECIAL MALL HOURS New Year's Day 1/1/2010 10:00am-6:00pm Leesburg Corner Premium Outlet Mall New Year’s Day Fri, Jan 1: 10am-9pm Manassas Mall SPECIAL MALL HOURS New Year's Day 1/1/2010 10:00am-6:00pm 1/2/2010 10:00 - 9:30pm Pentagon City Not sure of their holiday hours. REGULAR MALL HOURS Mon to Sat: 10:00am – 9:30pm Sun: 11:00am – 6:00pm Store hours may differ from Mall Hours. Potomac Mills Check out the sale items  Here! SPECIAL MALL HOURS New Year's Day 1/1/2010 10:00am-6:00pm REGULAR MALL HOURS Mon to Sat: 10:00am - 9:00pm Sun: 11:00am - 6:00pm Store hours may…
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31Dec 2009 by holly

Happy New Year! and Donations!

Charity, Financial, general, Uncategorized
Happy New Year!  I'm so excited even though the weather today isn't the prettiest it sure is nice to to be home and rest with the family.   Plus we are going to make my version of the Starbucks Ginger Bread Latte!  Cheers! I just wanted to send a quick reminder to everyone that it is Dec 31st, which means you should complete any 2009 donations today!   There are so many charities that need help and even it is a, $1 or $5 it is so appreciated by those that don't have much.   Plus, most charities are tax-deductible which can help with 2009 taxes.  Giving is worth it! Happy New Year! Img Source:  Justin Newitter
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31Dec 2009 by holly

CVS Shopping Trip 12/28/2009

Coupons, CVS, general, Shopping Trips, Uncategorized
Cost = $22.24 Spent $27.98 ECBS,  OOP = $4.26, Earned $10 ECBs I have a couple trips to the store that I haven't had a chance to post just because of the   holidays.  Time sure does fly by!   I had over $20 worth of ECBs that I needed to spend that were to expire so I went to CVS and this is what I got.  I was hoping to make the deal a money maker or close to free as possible but they were out of the Complete Contact Solution $9.99 Get $9.99 ECB, so I came up with this scenario instead.   All of the items I can always use!  I realized before I  checked out that I didn't need the Kleenex to get my total to $28 but I…
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29Dec 2009 by holly

Shoppers Food Warehouse 12/26/09 – 01/1/10

Coupons, Food, Shoppers, Uncategorized
Del Monte canned veg .88 $1 / 8 from 11/15 RP = 8 for $6.04 (.75 each) or $1 / 4 IP Del Monte Solutions - Stretch your food dollars. Crystal Farms Shredded or Natural Cheese $1.99 Lay's potato chips $1.99 Tropicana Pure Premium OJ $2.99 Pepsi 24 pack $5.99 Assorted Pepsi $1 peelies around $4.99 King's Hawaiian Sweet Dinner Rolls 4 pk $1 $1 / 1 from 12/13 SS = Free Wholly Salsa or Guacamole $1.49 $1 / 1 from 10/25 SS = .49 Fresh Express Salad Kits $2.49 .55 / 1 printable Fresh Express Unique and Fresh Flavors = $1.39 Note: website says .55 / 2 - what actually prints is .55 / 1 !!! Ball park Franks $2.19 Freschetta Pizza $5 $1 / 1 IP Coupons =…
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24Dec 2009 by holly

Merry Christmas!

Financial, general, Uncategorized
From my family to yours - Merry Christmas, and see you in the New Year! I will continue to do the best I can and post any interesting deals as I find them.  I will be taking a break like most bloggers and enjoying the holiday season, but when I find interesting tidbits to share I will do the  best I can. A couple reminders!   This coming weekend will have the P&G insert-December 27 - so don't forget to get your local paper. Keep an eye out for some great deals on December 26 for next year's Christmas season like candles, wrapping paper, cards and ribbon.  Remember to create a budget and stick to it. That reminds me!   It is time to start thinking about financial goals for 2010.   What…
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