My Rite Aid deals today

These are my Rite Aid deals today.  I paid a little over $2 (sales tax) because I had UP rewards to cover it all. 
I got 2 boxes of cereal, 4 Nivea Chapsticks, and 2 "fancy" razors with shave foam, etc. included. 
I will get about 4.40 back with a rebate for the cereal, and I got $6 more in UP rewards!  My previous Rite Aid post with matchups is here:
http://rheaofhope.blogspot.com/2011/02/rite-aid-starting-227-free-cereal-and.html

Companies will send you coupons!

Karla sent me the following picture and email.  She reminded me that if you are brand loyal you can email companies requesting coupons.  Some will, some won't, you won't be out anything except a little time and you might score big like she did!

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I emailed the companies I cannot live without.  In the mail today I found:

$1/1 Scott
2 $.50/1 Scott
3 $.50/1 Welch's
3 $.50/1 Kleenex  - this is probably the best coupon!  Usually Kleenex has $.50/3 coupons
BOGO iams canned food
$2/1 iams
$3/1 iams
These are products I have bought for years and will continue to buy with or without coupons so  I didn't feel bad begging for coupons. 
~Karla

Walgreens this week plus Melissas deals!!

Here are the Walgreen's matchups for the week.  I personally don't shop at Walgreens, be sure you really know their coupon policy.  It's on the following link.  I have some friends who LOVE Walgreens (especially the one in Hawk's Prarie) so it's a matter of preference.  Don't hesitate to ask me questions, I have shopped there in the past, I just got sick of it.  There are good deals this week!  Check out Melissa's bargains to get yourself motivated :)
http://hip2save.com/2011/02/walgreens-deals-227-35.html
Check out Melissa's deals this week!

COUPONS I had

Buy a deodorant/$1 off coupon + free body wash

Buy a Fresh Collection Body Wash/$1 off coupon +Free deodorant=

2 deodorant and 2 body wash

Crest whitening plus scope 6.2oz 2/$5 + $1 off  coupon x2  

Kids Crest .50 off

Gillette Fusion Razor $9.99- $4 coupon = $5.99

Olay Body wash get free Secret Original deodorant + $1 off coupon for body wash/lotion

Gillette Buy Deodorant get one free + $2 off body wash (would be 50% off item)

Cottonelle 42pack $1.99

Charmin Basic Bath tissue 6 big rolls $1 and  .25 coupon

DEALS I got

2 Charmin Basic 6 Roll = $2.37 each

2 Crest w/Scope = $1.50 each ($1 RR)

Kids Crest = $2.99

Gillette Fusion Razor = $ 5.99 ($4 RR)

2 Old Spice Body Washes and 2 Deodorants= $4.22/$1.06 each

Gillette Body Wash and 2 Deodorants=  $5.23/$1.74 each

Olay Body Wash and Deodorant= $3.99/$2 each

Cottonelle Wipes= $1.99

Excedrin= Free (+ Given $1 off coupon for next time)

Nasal Spray = $3.99 ($5 RR)

Total Paid before tax $31.64 (there was an extra $1.50 off for something but I don't know what? WAG coupon savings?)

With tax $37.70 Plus I got $10 RR back

Saved $53.08 ($38 were MFG coupons!!)
Then Round 2:

So I went again today to take advantage of the TP and wipes.  I got all of this for $2.09!!  That's what I'm talking about!! I think if I had thrown in a pack of gum I could of gotten it for free with RR. (there was a line so brain wasn't working right) The RR can only be used on items you aren't already using a manufactured coupon for because the RR are also manufacture coupons.  This lady was super nice too and took her time explaining it all to me even with a line behind me. :o)  The lady next in line was impressed with my total. lol

Safeway 2/27 Kens dressing .19, pizza .83 today!

Safeway has some good deals this week.  Their frozed foods event has great prices, I'm not a big frozen foods person, so I don't think I'll get any.  My freezers are full!  I'm in for the .49 peanut butter today and the .19 Kens salad dressing.  I don't eat either of these things but peanut butter is REALLY good for donating to the food bank, etc. and I love having new, cheap bottles of salad dressing for potlucks, etc.  Send me your pictures if you get great deals!

Target deals week of 2/27

Here are the Target matchups this week!  Prices can really vary by store, so you gotta be flexible when shopping at Target :)
http://hip2save.com/2011/02/target-deals-227-35.html

Fred Meyer 2/27 Cheap old spice, toilet paper, Cascadian Farms and tide!

Fred Meyer has some good deals this week!  Clearance clothing is reported to be 70% off, I haven't been there.  They have good organic produce deals plus these are the matchups for the week.  Charmin TP is a stock-up price with the ecoupon.
http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/2011/02/fred-meyer-deals-227-305-cheap-charmin-bounty-sugar-pizza-and-more.html
http://couponconnectionsnw.com/2011/02/fred-meyer-deals-227-35/
Freddies always has unadvertised sales, so let me know if you find any great deals!!

Bountiful Basket check out what I got for $16.50!!

The bountiful basket today was great!  I even got some new foods like Bok Choy that I'm excited to cook up tonight and spicy sweet potatoe fries!  There were treats like mangos and strawberries.  All of the food is very fresh.  I still have some from 2 weeks ago and it's still good!  Here is the link to find out more about the bountiful basket co-op: http://www7.bountifulbaskets.org/
* These are all over the US so see if there is one near you
* Some sites offer Organic but ours is new, so none yet
* This is an all-volunteer co-op
* Follow the link to register (easy) then go to the website Monday starting at 11 our time until Tuesday evening.  Click the "participate now" button on the right.  Scroll down until you see your area "Western Washington" for us.  Then choose the number of baskets you want, and enter payment info.  You have to go pickup your produce at the specified time.  Ours is Saturday at 10 in Hawks Prarie at the SPSCC.  The volunteers are so nice!!

*Some sites fill up immediately so sign up early.  Ours is still new so it doesn't fill up (yet).
*You get what you get (and don't throw a fit) :)  You don't chose your produce.  *The baskets vary week to week and there is more produce during the growing seasons when local produce is plentiful.
*They try to use mostly local, but this time of year it's from all over.
If you want only Organic, Terra Organics is a great program!  See my earlier post on them:  http://rheaofhope.blogspot.com/2011/02/terra-organics-delivery.html
*If organic isn't necessary for you, I feel like this is a fantastic buy!!
Let me know your thoughts....

Winco deals this week!

http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/2011/02/winco-deals-as-of-225-cheap-sargento-shredded-cheese-simply-orange-hunts-and-more.html
Click the link above to see the current Winco deals.  Winco prices can vary by store.

Rite Aid starting 2/27! Free cereal, chapstick and cheap razor

Here are the deals that start at Rite Aid this Sunday.  Nothing as hot as the past couple weeks, but I'm defiantely getting the cereal and razor.
http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/2011/02/rite-aid-227-35-fiber-plus-stayfree-afrin-and-more.html

Need Baby Wipes?

Amazon has a great deal right now.  Follow this link if you need pampers baby wipes!
http://couponconnectionsnw.com/2011/02/amazon-720ct-pampers-wipes-11-51-shipped-0-01-a-wipe/

Rite Aid

I got some great deals at Rite Aid this week!  At this point, I have so many register rewards, I just pay sales tax on my purchases. 

Sorry I was out of town without computer access so I was really behind on the blog this week.  Here are the matchups for this week.  http://couponconnectionsnw.com/2011/02/rite-aid-coupon-deals-week-220-226/

The stores will probably be out of most of the hot deals, but remember you can always get a rain check!

This coming Sunday's deals should become available in the next day or two.

Recycle Bank for coupons - Get 50 points now!

I've heard about this recycle bank before.  I just signed up, lots of bloggers use it.  It's good for lots of stuff including coupons for organic foods!!  Follow this link to sign up:
http://www.recyclebank.com/referafriend/?___store=us&bl=ZWJlaWxlcnNAbXNuLmNvbQ
Then after you register, go to this link: http://www.recyclebank.com/
and click on the "saw us on TV" button, then scroll all the way down to "get my 50 points" and sign in, then you'll get 50 recyclebank points!!  You can get Kashi coupons, etc!
Thanks to http://www.hip2save.com/ for this info!

Fred Meyer this week

http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/category/fred-meyer
Here are the FM matchups this week!  Nothing too fabulous but a few good deals.

Target this week!

My target deals today!!  I paid 12.04 for everything (Electrosol dishwasher tabs, 4 packs of batteries, ibuprofen, jeans, tights, bleach, mouthwash, a 3 pack of gum, lightbulbs, seventh gen. disinfecting wipes, method shower spray).  Jeans are 75% off at the Lacey store so if you printed your $5 off denim coupon you could get some free or cheap demin! 
Part of the reason it cost so much was the method shower spray and tights and I think I forgot a $1.50 coupon....but still great!!http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/2011/02/new-target-upup-deals-free-floss-and-ibuprofen.html

The link above will give you target matchups this week.  There is also some Pantene on clearance for about 2.50 a bottle (ther is a $1/2 in the 1/23 SS, olay 10 pack of soap for $4 so with the $1/1 in 2/13 SS it is $3 and if you have the 1/28 PG you could get a free secret deoderant, too!

Free Redbox code for tomorrow 2/24!

Go to Redbox on Facebook or follow this link and get a free code for tomorrow only!http://couponconnectionsnw.com/2011/02/free-redbox-code-to-use-224/

Regal Cinemas $2 nachos 2/18-2/20/ cheap movies

Follow this link or go to Regal Cinemas Facebook Page to print a coupon for $2 nachos if you plan to go to the movies this weekend!
http://queenbeecoupons.com/2011/02/regal-cinemas-2-off-nachos-218-220/
Looking for cheap movie tickets?  A couple of blogs love this place, I haven't used them yet personally.  I hope to soon!
http://www.bargainmovietickets.com//?ref=2381

Winco 2/18

Prices can vary by store.  I have a few Fresh express coupons for .55 - would make the salad .13 a bag if the price is the same here!!  Let me know if you want a coupon!  I'll be out of town til Wednesday.  Follow this link for the matchups:
http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/2011/02/winco-deals-as-of-218-cheap-shasta-pillsbury-cookies-kikoman-and-morek.html

Safeway 2/17

http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/2011/02/safeway-deals-216-222-cheap-kraft-singles-barilla-plus-pizza-and-more.html
Here are the matchups for Safeway this week!  Some of it looks pretty good!

QFC deals this week

Queen Bee is doing a $10 gift card giveaway this week!  See the link for the instructions and the matchups.  Last time she did this - I won it!!  These sales are a fun way to "practice" coupon shopping with the cheap items.  Let me know what you score - send pics!  Everyone is calling this sale very HOT.  I don't see a whole lot I'm interested in personally.....maybe I'll look again!
http://queenbeecoupons.com/2011/02/qfc-deals-for-the-week-of-feb-16-23-hot-deals-plus-im-giving-away-a-10-qfc-card/

Target Dentyne gum .24 3pack

http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/2011/02/target-3-pk-dentyne-pure-gum-24.html
See this post for coupon details.  Keep in mind Target prices vary by store, so no guarantees this will be the same price at your store.  Let me know if it works or not!!  I hope it does, Avery goes through gum REALLY fast :)

Happy Teriyaki Groupon deal today!

Today's Groupon is $8 for $20 of food at Happy Teriyaki #4!  Follow this link if you are new to Groupon:
http://www.groupon.com/r/uu3513155
I'm not sure if this is today only, but if you want it for sure, don't delay with Groupons. 

QFC deals this week

http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/2011/02/qfc-coupon-deals-week-216-222-great.html
These are the deals for this week!  Let me know if you have questions about how to work the catalina deals.  It's a good price on the chicken (cheaper than Top Foods this week) and the Newman's Own pizzas after coupon!!
Also, if you transfer a prescription, you get a $30 gift card!

Upcoming Rite Aid deals Purex and Huggies!

http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/2011/02/rite-aid-upcoming-huggies-purex.html

These are deals you want to know about and prepare to get next week!

Top Foods coupon!

Woot!  Another $5/$25 coupon in this Top Foods ad!  FYI:  I recently found out this is to be used AFTER coupons - oops!  I didn't know that....You can use one "per transaction".  When I called they said you could do 2-3 transactions at self-checkout.  I haven't tried this myself yet.
No matchups yet, but there are a few things that look GOOD:
Organic Girl Salad only $2.79.  I have some coupons for $1 off and I'll give some away - that make this a steal!  Leave a comment if you want one!
*Tara got  a great deal on the BOGO roasts today*
Gold Fish crachers .88 - they now use natural colors, my kids LOVE these.  Limit 3 Friday-Sunday only
Greek Gods Yogur $1.99 - limit 3
Draper Valley whole chickens .99/lb.  Nothing makes your house smell better than baking a chicken!
Grapes:  1.29/lb 
3 lb bag seedless mandarines 3.77 Friday-Sunday
I'm thinking I will do something like this on Friday:
3 Greek Yogurt (5.97)
3 Fishy Crachers (8.61 total)
1 Mandarines (12.38)
3 Organic Girl Salads with 3 $1/1 coupons (17.39)
$3 in grapes (20.39)
1 small chicken so my total is close to $25
Then use the $5/$25 purchase coupon!
I'll post matchups when I see them...

Albertsons starting tomorrow

http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/2011/02/albertsons-coupon-deals-week-216-222.html
Here are the Albertson's deals starting tomorrow.  I think I'll be skipping them this week.

My Albertsons double deals

Today I did 3 transactions to get the above items for $7.68 total. I saved about $36. 
 I got:  Athenos hummus, cage free eggs, soy sauce, natural bread, hogie rolls, method wood floor cleaner, 2 packages of Rhodes rolls, 3 boxes of Good Earth tea, 3 helium balloons!  They gave me the balloons for free :)
Doubles end today.  Let me know if you have questions!  I used the matchups from Coupon Connections NW that I posted earlier.

Trader Joes

Avery and I went to Trader Joe's for flowers.  She loves the little carts!  They don't do sales or take coupons, but they have reasonable prices on mostly healthy foods if you don't want to take the time to shop sales. 

Bananas are .19 each - .48 a lb or so.  They have lots of easy to prepare foods.  And good chocolate, organic lollipops, etc.  It's a fun store!

Target this week

http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/2011/02/target-coupon-deals-213-219.html
Target deals for this week!

Request your P&G coupons!

Hip2Save posted this:  http://hip2save.com/2011/02/pg-everyday-solutions-request-35-worth-of-pg-product-coupons-new-offer.html
They have some great FREE coupons that are easy to get.  They will be mailed in 4-6 weeks.  I would recommend grabbing these while they are available!

New Coupon Class $1!

Looks like Heather from Queen Bee coupons is teaching a class on Wednesday at the Tacoma Tribune office.  The cost is only $1.  If you or your friends are interested, RSVP through this link:
http://queenbeecoupons.com/2011/02/tacoma-coupon-class-feb-16-only-1-rsvp-needed/

Fred Meyer this week

http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/2011/02/fred-meyer-coupon-deals-week-213-219.html
Here are the Fred Meyer deals.  Nothing to fabulous.  The organic yogurt seems like a good price with the coupon, though.  Toothpaste for .25 is fairly good too!

Safeway this week

http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/2011/02/safeway-sunday-flyer-coupon-deals-213.html Here are the Safeway deals.  Nothing popped out at me, let me know if you find something great!!  Sometimes the produce department will put on a crazy unadvertised sale on organic produce.  Always let me know if you find something like that!

Albertsons Double deals!! Starts today

http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/2011/02/albertsons-doubles-deals-with-twice-the-value-coupon-213-215.html Here are updated matchups starting today.
You can only use 1 set of doubles per transaction.  Don't seperate the doubles.  Leave them in their sets of 3.
You can do up to 3 transactions per Albertsons visit.
It's best if you go at a SLOW time of day (morning or later at night) if you want to do 3 transactions.

Price comparison: Costco vs. Albertsons

http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/2011/02/albertsons-con-agra-promo-price-check-just-sayin.html
I thought this was an interesting post comparing the current Albertson's sale and current Costco prices!  Most of this isn't considered "healthy" food but it still shows how coupons can save you lots when paired with a great sale!

Free Gain Dryer sheets!

http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/2011/02/gain-dryer-sheet-29.html
If you are getting the Sunday papers, here are some ways to get cheap or FREE dryer sheets with the coupon we got today!

Bountiful Basket check out what I got for $16.50!!

I picked up my first Bountiful Basket this morning!  I paid $15 plus $1.50 for handling.  I feel like this was a TERRIFIC value for good quality produce!  Only the bananas are organic. Some places have organic available but we don't here yet.   Here's how it works:
Bountiful Baskets are all over the US, this one in Lacey is new since October, so still getting started.   It is an all Volunteer Co-op. They try to get local produce, but this time of year that is difficult.  They said there will also be more produce in the summer when there is a lot more local produce available.  Some sites have bread, but this one doesn't yet.  They are working on getting bread, maybe honey, etc.
First go online to http://www7.bountifulbaskets.org/ and register.  I don't get referral credits for this....I just think it's a great value if you don't want exclusively organic produce.  If you DO just want organic - check out my post on Terra Organic home delivery from Thursday!!
The site explains it, but then on Monday starting at 11am you can sign up to pick up your Bountiful Basket that coming Saturday.  You have to pay the $16.50 online at that time.  Registration runs until Tuesday evening.  Some sites fill up immediately, this one doesn't - yet.
Then you take a basket or box Saturday morning at 10 to the SPSCC off Marvin and Quinault.  You get your produce.  It's that easy!!  The people there are very nice and they have their kids helping out.  Avery loved it.

She gobbled down 2 kiwis as soon as we got home and we shared a mango - yum!!
The baskets are always different, you don't chose what you want.  And there is more in your basket in the "plentiful" seasons!  This basket I got:
1 lb bag carrots
3 lb bag spanish onions plus one extra
5 lb bag golden seal potatoes
7 kiwi
2 mangos
2 BIG heads of broccoli
8 oz container mushrooms
1 Kabocha squash
4 organic bananas
6 (nice) fuji apples
5 Oranges
6 of another kind of oranges

Let me know what you think!!

Winco deals 2/11

Fabulously Frugal posted these Winco deals.  These are from Idaho, and just like Target, prices can really vary from store to store.
http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/2011/02/winco-deals-as-of-211-cheap-hot-dogs-popchips-hillshire-farm-deli-selects-and-more.html

Rite Aid sales starting Sunday

http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/2011/02/rite-aid-213-219.html
These are the Rite Aid matchups starting Sunday!
If there is something you MUST have, I recommend calling to see if it's in stock first, and shop as early as you can.  Some items sell out fast.  You can ALWAYS get a raincheck at Rite Aid!
Let me know if you have questions about shopping at Rite Aid, or want to go together sometime.  It can be a little confusing at first with all of their promotions, but after you get used to it - it's awesome.  I love this store!

Ebates

Have you started online shopping with Ebates?  It is so easy, all of the blogs recommend it that I've seen.  Basically, when you shop online, log onto your free ebates acct. first and you will get cash back on your purchase if your store participates!  Super easy.  Tons of stores are members.  You can check it out here:
http://www.ebates.com/rf.do?referrerid=xzd5T%2BIxNFPjgCEnDHv4Lg%3D%3D
Just one more way to get cash back for purchases you are making anyway!

Rite Aid free cake mix and frosting

Rite aid has better than free cookie mix, cake mix and frosting this week! 
http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/search/label/Rite%20Aid
This link is for the matchups if you want them.

I was able to get a couple on Monday but all the stores are sold out now in Lacey.  You can ALWAYS get a raincheck at RiteAid, though.  Now, I realize this boxed cake and frosting is junk, but Eric's birthday is tomorrow so I'm sending this FREE cake with him to work.  He's an Electrician and all the guys are in construction that he's working with.  Karla from the Coupon Class did all of the decorations for me (and let Baylee help her).  So cute!!  I know that's not a "manly" word, but this cake IS cute :)

Top Foods deals

I got 4 Newman's Own Pizzas on sale for $4.99
  2 Newman's Own Organic salad dressings on sale 2/$5
  1 Haagan mac and cheese (filler item to reach $25) .50
Used my $5/25 purchase
Used (2) $1 off any Newmans own FB coupons
Used (4) $1 off Newman's Own Pizza from paper and their website
Total:  Paid $14.46 and saved $23.57!!  That comes to about $3 per pizza and $1 for the organic salad dressing!
**I did this at the self-checkout and my coupons wouldn't scan for some reason, but the checker ran them all through for me.  I also did not see any of the $1 off any Top Foods product that Queen Bee found.
What are your Top Foods deals this week??

Terra Organics Delivery!

I got my first delivery from Terra Organics today!  Marie and I shared its to split the $5 delivery fee.  We did the "make your own box" option so we chose everything in there.  Some items were "treats" so they were more expensive, some were a great value, I thought.  It comes delivered to your door on Thursday for Lacey.  It is in a reusable, compostable box and compostable bag.  The produce is very fresh and clean.
If you decide to give it a try, tell them Crystal Eilers referred you and I'll get a $5 credit!  Then you get $5 when you refer friends.
On Saturday I will pick up my Bountiful Basket and post on that.

Its hard to see everything we ordered:  artichokes, sugarsnap peas, zucchini, garlic, celery, oranges, melon, cucumbers, green onions, kiwi, broccoli - all organic!

Cost was 27.25 plus $5 delivery fee

The link to Terra Organics:  http://www.terra-organics.com/
They send a newsletter and recipes with each box.

Money Making Snapple!

http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/2011/02/hot-snapple-rebate-albertsons-deal.html These posts are all over about making money buying Snapple at Albertsons this week.  I got the $10 catalina after buying these!  I just need to send off for the rebates.  I can only send off for four, but I'll still make a little $$.  Eric loves these sweet expensive drinks so I LOVE to stock up when they are better than free!  They are all natural, so no bad chemicals, but Lots of sugar!

Safeway matchups

Coupon ConnectionsNW has the Safeway matchups for this week:
http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/2011/02/safeway-coupon-deals-week-of-29-215.html

Albertsons deals for this week!!

Coupon Connections NW posted these deals for Albertsons starting tomorrow.  We will get doubles on Sunday again!! 
http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/2011/02/here-are-your-albertsons-coupon-match.html

Taco Dip Recipe

For those of you at the coupon class, this is the recipe for Melissa's very popular Taco Dip!
Creamy Taco Dip
Fix and Forget-It Christmas Cookbook

8oz. pkg. cream cheese softened
1 cup sour cream
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 lb ground beef (I used turkey)
1 envelope taco seasoning
12oz jar salsa
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Garnishes: 4 cups lettuce, shredded; 2 medium tomatoes, chopped; 1 small onion, chopped
tortilla chips

1. In a good sized mixing bowl, mix together cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise.  Spread in bottom of lightly greased slow cooker.
2. Brown meat in skillet, breaking up, drain of drippings
2. Mix taco seasoning and salsa into browned meat. Spoon mixture over cream cheese mixture in slow cooker.
4. Sprinkle shredded cheddar on top.
5. Cover. Cook on low 1-2 hours, or until cheese is melted.
6. Serve with lettuce, tomatoes, onions and tortilla chips.

Makes 7-8 cups

Top Foods coupon!

Whoo Hoo!  We got Another Top Foods coupon!  I didn't use mine last week, but I will be using this one.  I'm excited about the Newman's Own products on sale as well as the Draper Valley Chicken, and Tillamook butter for $1.99!.
http://queenbeecoupons.com/2011/02/top-foods-deals-for-week-feb-9-15/
These are the matchups from Queen Bee coupons.
The newspaper coupon for $5/$25 says "one coupon per transaction".  I called the Lacey store and was told we could do 2-3 transactions in one trip.  I haven't tried this, so I don't know how it will go over.....she also said if you use the self-checkout they prefer that with multiple transactions so as not to hold up the line.  I then asked her if it annoyed them when people came in with more than one transaction to process and she said no, just use self-checkout.  :)

QFC deals this week

Queen Bee coupons has the matchups for QFC this week.  Personally, I think Top Foods looks better for the Newman's own stuff, but print the coupons she has links to.  Let me know if you find great QFC deals!!
http://queenbeecoupons.com/2011/02/qfc-deals-for-the-week-of-feb-9-15/

Typed up Coupon Lists for each insert!! Free!!

http://www.fabulesslyfrugal.com/ has someone who types up a list for EVERY coupon we get in the Tacoma Tribune, plus the expiration date.  If you want to have a quick-reference list these are awesome!  The old ones are available and the current ones come out each Tuesday.  It's so simple.  I print them then keep with my inserts so I can easily find a coupon I'm looking for rather than flipping through all of them.  They are available for Portland and all over.
http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/2011/02/coupon-organization-insert-lists.html/comment-page-1#comment-26245
If the link connects you to the bottom of the page, just scroll up to the top and follow the directions for printing the FREE lists!

Target weekly deals

http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/search/label/Target
Here are the Target matchups for the week from Coupon Connections NW.  Keep in mind Target prices vary by store!

Safeway matchups

http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/search/label/Safeway
Coupon Connections NW has the Safeway matchups for this week if you are headed there.  They will change on Wednesday.  I didn't see anything too exciting.  Let me know if you find something fabulous!

Ethical couponing

I know we all want to be VERY ethical with our coupon use!  Kris posted this statement below.  I'm going to chek out the site she mentions!
I work for a grocery store chain and I am in charge of the MFG coupons. Please check this site : cents-off.com they have the INTERNET coupons that are counterfeit. Never accept a coupon that is not from a coupon site. A PDF file is not a real coupon. It has to come from a site that is downloaded, they all have a separate number on them. Please watch for this. We lost so much money last year it was awful. Who would take the time to do this?
Happy clipping coupons, it is a great way to save. Kris

Albertsons!

I love my Albertsons!  The checkers at the Carpenter/Pacific store are amazing!  Anyway, for the above (2 cases of water, 5 large Kettle chips, bananas, Earthgrain bread, Frank's Hot Sauce, 4 boxes of Special K, and Smart Pasta) I paid just under $9 and saved $45!  I don't know how long the promotion runs, but if you buy 2 large bags of kettle chips and a 24 case of albertsons water, the water is free.  It only worked once for me, but the checker made it work twice - I didn't even ask her to, she's just so coupon-friendly.  We don't use much bottled water, but I like to always have some on hand for emergencies. There is also a deal (I don't know how long) that if you buy 3 Special K cereals you get $3 off for produce.  I had 2 B1G1 coupons for Special K (NLA) and 2 $1 off Honey oats Special K that I doubled.  They are on sale for $2.99.  So I paid 1.98 for all 4 boxes but then got $3 off my total order!  That is called a Money Maker!
Let me know if you have questions :)
http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/ and http://www.fabulesslyfrugal.com/ have matchups!

Amazon organic olive oil and coconut oil deals!

http://www.amazon.com/Zoe-Organic-Extra-Virgin-25-5-Ounce/dp/B001EO5UTM/ref=sr_1_22?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1297029407&sr=1-22

I was at a fabulous dinner party and mentioned Amazon can have some good deals on crazy things like organic olive oil or organic coconut oil.  Here they are!
***If there is something strange with my links please let me know, I'm new to this blogging thing!*****
I personally do the subscribe and save to save an additional 15%  and it can apparently be cancelled right away, although I haven't cancelled mine yet.
I haven't price compared these much, my sister told me they were good prices so I trusted her :)
http://www.amazon.com/Nutiva-Organic-Virgin-Coconut-15-Ounce/dp/B001EO5Q64/ref=sr_1_1?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1297029407&sr=1-1

50% off toys at Walgreens

Amy said that Walgreens had some toys at 50% off today!  I'm not a big Walgreens shopper so I don't have more info.  I think Amy needs to do my Walgreens posts :)  She is good at shopping there!

This week's Fred Meyer matchups

http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/search/label/Fred%20Meyer
These are the matchups for this week's Fred Meyer deals.  I'm not too thrilled about any of the deals (organic apples and butter look pretty good), but let me know if you find some great stuff!

Costco Price List link!

Just wanted to say I DID go to Costco today to get organic frozen veggies, fresh vetgetables, organic salsa, blue cheese dressing, etc.  I can't seem to beat their prices on those things.  Anyone else know of a better place?  I spent almost $100 but most of it should last me quite a while so I feel like it was thrifty and healthy.
I used to go to Costco 1-2 times a week and spend hundreds.  Now I go about once a month.  What are your Costco must-haves?
Check out QueenBee's Costco price list!!  You can print it for a reference if you want.
http://queenbeecoupons.com/2011/01/costco-vs-coupons-whats-cheaper-includes-costo-per-unit-price-list/

Winco

http://www.fabulesslyfrugal.com/ has new Winco matchups  :)

Safeway

After Albertson's I popped over to Safeway next door.  Their crackers are on sale today only for .99 limit 2.  I had a coupon for $1 off 2 so they were .49.  Eric eats these like crazy so it was a good deal.  The organic red delicious apples were on sale 2/$6 and that's a good price for those.  There were probably other deals there but I was tired of shopping by then. :)
Here are the matchups from Coupon Connections:
http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/search/label/Safeway (note:  we can't double here)
Also, read Erika's great comments!

Albertsons!

I did three transactions with doubles to get all of this.  I had other B1G1 coupons for the Vitam Water and the organic oatmeal.  This would have cost me about $14 after coupons but it was free because I had the gift card.  Let me know your double deals!  If you need some guidance with them, I'm here!

Gonna be a good week at Rite Aid!

http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/2011/02/rite-aid-26-212-bring-on-the-freebates.html
Fabulessly Frugal has Rite Aid matchups that start Sunday.  I'm going for sure!  If there is something you want, you might want to go early....they can sell out fast, or find out when your store re-stocks.

More organic coupons

Another good source for organic coupons is
http://www.mambosprouts.com/emailblasts/2011/feb/numi/main.html
Again, if you want these products, try to wait for a sale.  If you need them now then every $1 saved helps!
I've been wanting to price some of these items at Fred Meyer but havent had the time to yet.

healthy coupons

There are a few coupons for healthier items on http://www.coupons.com/ right now.  Cascadian Farms, Peace Cereal, Newman's Own pizza
If you want these, print 2 now.  Sometimes they reach the manufacturer limit and aren't available to print.
I've been couponing for about 4 months and I've gotten Cascadian Farms at Fred Meyer for $1.50 on sale with coupon, and Newman's Own Pizza at FM and QFC for $2.99 with coupons (if this gives you an idea of a good price).
So, wait for a good sale before they expire. 
The Peace Cereal has a rebate form also!  So with coupon and rebate it could be FREE (I haven't gotten healthy cereal free yet - so this is a great deal!). I don't know if local stores carry this.  I hope to look for it soon. Rebates are only good on 1 per household.
http://www.peacecereal.com/rebate3/
Thanks to http://www.thethriftymama.com/ for the rebate info

Top Foods coupon!

Tara pointed out that we got this coupon in the mail again!!
http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/
http://www.queenbeecoupons.com/
will probably both do Top Foods matchups, they haven't yet though. 
**Update:  Queenbee has posted the matchups.
It's also a good coupon for things that don't go on sale much like dairy, produce and meat.

Coffe Mate Creamer Fan?

http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/2011/02/free-coffe-mate-tomorrow.html
Thanks to Fabulessly Frugal for the above link - if you are a coffe mate fan looks like you can get a coupon for a free full sized one tomorrow when you like them on Face Book.  Limited to 100,000 and it might go fast, who knows!

School Food Drive

It might be too early in your coupon career to have extra food just yet.  But if you do, our kids are having a food drive!  And I was told the class with the most food gets a party.  Wouldn't it be cool if the "Coupon Moms" start to be known for our school food drive donations!?

I sent some stuff with Baylee tomorrow and I'll keep sending more as I collect it.  At first I "practiced" coupon shopping with the cheapest items and they are often stuff I don't want to feed my family :)  But there are lots of people who would love them.
Be sure to let me know when you start getting so many great deals you have to start giving it away to make room!!

$25 Albertsons gift card

Thanks to Amy for the heads up on this deal!  It's a great week at Albertsons with doubles.  You could also get a $25 gift card!
The pharmacy has a coupon book there.  In the back is a coupon for a $25 gift card for transferring a prescription.  1 per household.  I transferred Baylees flouride prescription so it is only 2.60 to fill and made this a great deal.  Albertson's is more convenient for me, too.  So, I'm thinking all my deals there will end up being FREE this week with this card!

My (first this week) Albertsons deals

I didn't get my ad in the mail but the store had Tons!  I did this purchase in 2 transactions. In all it cost me a little over $5.  But, I have an Albertson's $25 gift card for transferring a prescription there, so it was free!  (Thanks for the tip on the gift card, Amy!).
I LOVE Wholly guacomole, it's all natural and delicious.  So good with the chips I got last week for a steal at QFC.  The Franks wings sauce will be fabulous too. 
The soda was free with the popcorn so I'll take it to the superbowl party.  And the canned soup is for Baylee's school food drive (also FREE).
The best thing - I got 8 FREE redbox codes in the popcorn boxes!!  The whole reason I bought it.  I paid 2.60 total for four boxes of popcorn, 4 sodas and 8 redbox rentals!!

Let me know your double deals!  Any questions about how to use doubles?

Produce Co-op!

Bethany forwarded this link to me.  This sounds great!  I haven't used this co-op so I can't speak from experience.  Have any of you?  Please post comments if you have any!
Basically, you pick up mostly local, fresh, high-quality produce at a specified time.  10 am in Lacey on Saturdays.  It is $15 for a regular basket and $25 for organic.  You have to register, then sign-up and pay between Monday 12-Tuesday 10pm MT.  It sounds like some sites fill up right away.  I have no idea how Lacey is.  I'm going to look into it, it sounds awesome.  Then I can decide if I want Terra Organics http://www.terra-organics.com/ for delivery or pick this up.
http://www.bountifulbaskets.org/
Thanks Bethany!

I have some extra coupons!

Since you are new, if you want a particular coupon, always ask me!  Especially for 1/2 - I won inserts from a blog so I have 10 copies of those!
For instance, I won't use the coffeemate deal at Albertsons this week, you can have it....I also never use dog food coupons, or the $1 off finish dish tabs (I bought 10 of them with the $2.25 off coupons).  And on and on.....just ask if you are looking for something!

More Albertson's matchups

Check here for a complete list of matchups.  Most sites will probably continue to ad to these as they find in-store deals.
I didn't get my ad last night so I don't have doubles yet :(
http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/search/label/Albertsons

Rite Aid is Rockin!

Wow!!  Today Rite Aid was a money maker of $21 in Register rewards after all my coupons, etc!  I saved over $100.  I love Rite Aid!  I did go to two stores to get what I needed.  One trip is the picture above.  I was by a Rite Aid this afternoon when I was out and I stopped after my Mary Kay meeting tonight at one close by. Let me know if you have Rite Aid questions.

Tara's Top Foods trip!

Tara used her $5/$25 coupon today to score some great deals on meat, fruit, bread, milk, and on and on!  She spent about $27 and saved about $26 using sales and instore coupons.  She thought the cashier had made a mistake she had saved so much!!  Woot!

Double matchups!

Coupon Connections has started some matchups for the doubles!http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/search/label/Albertsons

Rite Aid anyone?

I think I'm going to go to Rite Aid tonight after my MK meeting if anyone wants to join me.  The blogs have all posted numerous good deals this week - mainly on snack foods of all things (superbowl food!!).  Rite Aid tends to run out of stock quickly, but they get their shipments here on Tuesday so I hope by 8:30-9 they will be restocked.  I go to the one on Yelm Hwy right by QFC.
http://www.couponconnectionsnw.com/2011/01/rite-aid-coupon-deals-week-130-25.html  She has the matchups.  If you click on her green logo she has some new matchups listed today also.

Albertson's Doubles tonight?

I heard from an employee of Albertsons that there will be doubles in our red plum mailer tonight (tomorrow for some).  These are GOLD in the coupon world!  Be sure to ask neighbors, friends and co-workers to let you have theirs if they won't be using them!!  http://www.fabulesslyfrugal.com/ also said they will arrive....we'll see.  If they do, all the blogs will do match-up scenarios.  You will be able to get stuff for FREE most likely.  If you want to know how to use them, just ask or I can go shopping with you.  I go to the Albertsons on Carpenter and Pacific.