Shopping Makeover http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover I am a mother of two young boys, working full-time and commuting 72 miles round-trip to work. Food and gas expenses continue to rise. Join me on my shopping makeover as I journey to save my budget one coupon at a time. Learn from my ups and downs and offer me insight into the world of couponing from the eyes of a time-crunched, bargain-loving mom. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:32:53 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 This week’s extreme coupon deals http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/04/this-weeks-extreme-coupon-deals/ http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/04/this-weeks-extreme-coupon-deals/#comments Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:32:53 +0000 karen http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/?p=284
Read the rest of this entry »]]> Note: Two Smart Source coupon packs were delivered in your 4/15 Erie Times-News!

SS = Smart Source  RP = Red Plum  PG = Proctor & Gamble

CVS
Advil PM, 4ct – FREE after $1 off coupon in 3/11 RP
NatuRelief Chewable Tablets – Earn $1 after $8.49 Extra Bucks and $1 off coupon in 3/11 SS
Colgate Total, MaxFresh or MaxClean Toothpaste – FREE after $2 Extra Bucks and $1 off coupon in 4/15 SS

Kmart
DieHard Batteries AA/AAA 4pk – FREE after purchase of Energizer Max or Duracell Coppertop Battery

Rite Aid
BodiHeat Heat Therapy Patch, 4ct – FREE after $2.99 single check rebate

Target
Revlon Nail Clippers, Tweezers or Nail File – FREE after printable Target coupon
Tums Freshers – $.11 after $1.50 off coupon in 4/1 RP and printable Target coupon
Aquafresh Kids Pump Toothpaste – FREE after $1 off coupon in 4/15 RP and printable Target coupon

Walgreens
Pepsi Next 20 oz – FREE after $.99 Register Rewards
Ajax cleanser – $.09 after in ad coupon and $.50 off coupon in 2/26 SS
Nasal Ease Allergy Relief Spray – $5 PROFIT after $5 off coupon in 3/11 RP and $9 Register Rewards
Similasan Nasal Allergy Relief Spray – $1.50 PROFIT after $1.50 off coupon in 4/1 SS and $6 Register Rewards
Aquafresh Kids Toothpaste – FREE after $1 off coupon in 4/15 RP and store coupon in April Savings Booklet

Walmart
Black Flag Fly Paper 4 ct – FREE after $1 off coupon in 4/15 RP

(prices as seen on couponmom.com)

Happy savings!

 

]]> http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/04/this-weeks-extreme-coupon-deals/feed/ 0 This week’s extreme deals http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/04/this-weeks-extreme-deals/ http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/04/this-weeks-extreme-deals/#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2012 18:48:54 +0000 karen http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/?p=280
Read the rest of this entry »]]> Due to the Easter holiday, there were no coupon inserts in Sunday’s paper. Hopefully we’re rewarded next week for our patience. There are however still a few freebies to be had!

PG= Proctor & Gamble    SS = Smart Source   RP=Red Plum

CVS
Advil PM 4 ct. (in travel size section) – FREE after $1 off coupon in 3/11 RP

Rite Aid
Bic Twin Select Silk Touch Razor 10ct – EARN $1 after $2 off coupon in 3/18 SS and $2 UP Rewards

Target
Carefree To Go Pack 20ct – FREE after $1 off coupon in 3/18 SS
Tums Freshers 25ct – $.24 after $1.50 off coupon in 4/1 RP and printable Target coupon

Walgreens
Reach Total Care Toothbrush – FREE after $1 off coupon in 3/4 RP and $2 Register Rewards
Luster toothpaste 2.6 or 8 oz. – $.24 after $.75 off coupon in 3/18 SS and $4 Register Rewards

(Prices according to Couponmom.com)

Happy savings!

 

]]> http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/04/this-weeks-extreme-deals/feed/ 0 Save 90% or more this week http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/03/save-90-or-more-this-week-2/ http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/03/save-90-or-more-this-week-2/#comments Tue, 20 Mar 2012 19:51:00 +0000 karen http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/?p=276
Read the rest of this entry »]]> Growing up my 4 siblings and I each received new toothbrushes in our Easter baskets. Every year. After looking at the specials this week it looks like my kids will be getting toothbrushes in their Easter baskets as well. Along with some Romolos chocolates of course.

Prices are as seen on www.couponmom.com

SS = Smart Source    RP = Red Plum

Kmart
Easter Plush Bunny – FREE after purchase of 3 American Greeting cards priced $1.99+

Rite Aid
Mentos UP2U Gum – FREE after $1 off coupon in 2/5 SS
Reach Total Care Toothbrush – FREE after $2 UP Rewards and $1 off coupon from 3/4 RP
Reach Total Care Floss or Dentotape -  FREE after $2 UP Rewards and $1 off coupon from 3/4 RP

Target
Revlon Nail Clipper – FREE after printable Target coupon
Revlon Tweezers – FREE after printable Target coupon
Revlon Small Nail Clipper – FREE after printable Target coupon

Walgreens
14 Fat Burn Cleanse – FREE after $10 Register Rewards
Neosporin Essentials 3 piece trial pack – $5 PROFIT after $12.99 mail in rebate and printable coupon
Phillips Milk of Magnesia sugar free – FREE after $2 off coupon from 1/1 SS and coupon in March Savings Book
Reach dental floss – FREE after in ad coupon and $1 off coupon in 3/4 RP
Reach Prevent toothbrush single – FREE after in ad coupon and $1 off coupon in 3/4 RP
Mars single candy – Get 2 FREE after $1 off coupon in 3/18 RP

Walmart
Neosporin Essentials 3 piece trial pack – $5 PROFIT after $12.99 mail in rebate and printable coupon
Stride gum single pack – $.25 PROFIT after $1 off coupon in 2/12 SS
Reach Floss – $.13 PROFIT after $1 off coupon in 3/4 RP

]]> http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/03/save-90-or-more-this-week-2/feed/ 0 This week’s deals http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/03/this-weeks-deals-2/ http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/03/this-weeks-deals-2/#comments Mon, 05 Mar 2012 19:48:20 +0000 karen http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/?p=272
Read the rest of this entry »]]> SS = Smart Source   RP = Red Plum

CVS
Gold Emblem Jelly Beans – FREE after $.99 Extra Bucks

Kmart
Easter Bunny Plush – FREE after purchase of 3 American Greeting Cards. Printable coupon for greeting cards, buy 2 get 1 free
Colgate toothpaste – $.25 after $.75 coupon in 2/26 SS

Target
Maybelline Baby Lips Lip Balm – FREE $2 off coupon in 2/5 RP and printable Target coupon
Welchs Natural Grape Jelly – $.14 after $.55 coupon in 2/12 RP and printable Target coupon
Purina Beneful Dog Food – $.99 after $2.50 off coupon in 2/19 RP and printable Target coupon
Dentyne Ice or Fire Gum 3 pk – $.39 after $1 off coupon in 3/4 SS and printable Target coupon
Reach Floss – FREE after $1 off coupon in 3/4 RP

Walgreens
Avent pacifiers – $.79 after $2 off coupon in March Savings Booklet and printable coupon
Walgreens Saline Mist – FREE after $5 Register Rewards
Schick Hydro shave gel – $.75 – after $1 Register Rewards
Schick Hydro 5 Power Select razor – $1.99 after $4 Register Rewards and printable coupon. Coupon also found in 2/26 SS
Colgate Total Advanced toothpaste – Earn $.75 profit after $3 Register Rewards and $.75 off coupon in 2/26 SS

*Prices as seen on couponmom.com

Happy savings!

]]> http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/03/this-weeks-deals-2/feed/ 2 Save 90% or more at drugstores this week http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/02/save-90-or-more-at-drugstores-this-week/ http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/02/save-90-or-more-at-drugstores-this-week/#comments Mon, 27 Feb 2012 19:56:42 +0000 karen http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/?p=262
Read the rest of this entry »]]> SS = Smart Source     RP = Red Plum   PG = Proctor & Gamble

CVS
ThermaCare Heatwraps – FREE after $3.79 Extra Bucks
Colgate Sensitive Pro Relief Toothpaste – $.24 after $.75 coupon in 2/26 SS and $4 Extra Bucks
Colgate Sensitive Pro Relief Toothbrush – $.24 after $.75 coupon in 2/26 SS and $4 Extra Bucks

Rite Aid
Right Guard Deodorant or Body Wash – FREE after printable coupon, catalina coupon and $2 UP Rewards on 2
Blink Gel Tears – FREE after $7.99 single check rebate
Stopain Analgesic Spray or Roll On  – FREE after $6 single check rebate

Target
UP & UP Foam Scrubbers 2 pk – FREE after printable Target coupon
Up & Up Ibuprofen – FREE after printable Target coupon
Maybelline Baby Lips Lip Balm – FREE after $2 off coupon in 2/5 RP and printable Target coupon
Welchs Natural Grape Jelly $.14 after $.55 off coupon in 2/12 RP and printable Target coupon
Dannon Activia 4pk – $.19 after 2 $1 off coupons in 2/12 SS and printable Target coupons

Walgreens
Burts Bees Honey Natural Throat Drops – FREE after $1.99 Register Rewards
EternalBlu Anti Aging Support – FREE after $10 Register Rewards
Syper oligrip Free Denture Adhesive Cream – FREE after $1.99 Register Rewards
Baby Magic Dustless Powder – FREE after $6 mail in rebate
On the Go Multivitamin Orange Rush Drink Mix 30 pkts – FREE after $8 Register Rewards
Natrol Melatonin – FREE after $4 Register Rewards
Renew Life Ultimate Flora Daily Care Probiotic – FREE after $10 Register Rewards
Cortaid BOGO – FREE after 2 $3 off coupons in 1/8 SS
Huggies baby wipes – FREE after $.50 coupon in 2/12 SS and $2 Register Rewards
Nabisco Belvita breakfast biscuits – FREE after $1 off coupon in 2/26 SS and $1.99 Register Rewards

Walmart
Shedds Country Crock Pumpkin Spread – $.16 after printable coupon
Cortaid – $.27 after $3 off coupon in 1/8 SS
Brita Faucet Mount System $2.44 after $4 off coupon in 1/15 SS and $10 mail in rebate

*prices are according to www.couponmom.com

Happy shopping!

 

]]> http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/02/save-90-or-more-at-drugstores-this-week/feed/ 0 Great movie deals at Target! http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/02/great-movie-deals-at-target/ http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/02/great-movie-deals-at-target/#comments Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:49:09 +0000 karen http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/?p=258
Read the rest of this entry »]]> If you’re looking for good ideas to add to your kids’ Easter baskets, check out the $9 movie titles at Target this week. They include Cars 2, The Smurfs, Kung Fu Panda 2, Captain America and more. There are also a few titles for adults including Hangover Part II and The Help. Sales prices run through February 18, 2012.

]]> http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/02/great-movie-deals-at-target/feed/ 0 This week’s deals http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/02/this-weeks-deals/ http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/02/this-weeks-deals/#comments Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:35:29 +0000 karen http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/?p=253
Read the rest of this entry »]]> Free advil, band aids and CFL light bulbs!

PG = Proctor & Gamble   SS=Smart Source   RP=Red Plum

CVS
OneTouch UltraMini Blood Glucose Monitoring System – FREE after $10 off coupon in 1/8 SS
Colgate Total Toothpaste – FREE $.75 coupon in 2/12 SS and $2 Extra Bucks

Rite Aid
Johnson & Johnson Band Aids – FREE after $3 UP Rewards
Advil Tablets & Caplets 50ct, Liquid Gels 40ct or PM 20ct – FREE when you buy 3 with $10 mail-in rebate, 3 newspaper coupons from 1/29 RP and $3 UP Rewards
GE CFL Light Bulbs – FREE after $3 in ad coupon and $1 off newspaper coupon in 2/12 SS

Target
Vaseline Total Moisture Lotion 3 oz – FREE after $1 off coupon in 1/29 RP
Mentos UP2U single pack – FREE after $1 off coupon in 2/5 SS and printable Target coupon
Dannon Activia 4 pack – $.19 after 2 $1 off coupons from 2/12 SS and printable Target coupon
Glade Plugins Scented Oil Warmer – FREE after $1.50 off coupon in 2/12 SS

Walgreens
Just for Men Hair Color – FREE after mail in rebate
LypSyl Cold Sore Relief – FREE after $5 Register Rewards
Renew Life Love Your Heart Veggie Capsules – FREE after $20 mail in rebate found in savings booklet at store
HeartBlu Healthy Heart Support Veggie Capsules – FREE after $14 mail in rebate found in savings booklet at store
Cortaid – FREE after $3 off coupon in 1/8 SS
Got2B Stylers BOGO – FREE after 2 $3 coupons from 2/12 RP
Sundown Vitamin D 100 ct – FREE after $4 mail in rebate found in savings booklet at store. Use $1 off coupon in 2/12 RP and earn $1 profit!

Walmart
Schick Disposable Razors for Women – FREE after $2 off coupon in 1/8 SS
Cortaid – FREE after $3 off coupon in 1/8 SS
Bic Stationary Crystal Pens – FREE after $1 off coupon in 1/8 SS
Bic White Out – FREE after $1 off coupon in 1/8 SS
Frank’s Red Hot Sauce – FREE after $.75 off coupon in 1/22 SS
Advil PM – FREE when you buy 3 with $10 mail-in rebate and 3 newspaper coupons from 1/29 RP
Vaseline Total Moisture 3oz – FREE after $1 off coupon in 1/29 RP

Happy Shopping!
As seen on couponmom.com

]]> http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/02/this-weeks-deals/feed/ 0 Great deals this week! http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/02/great-deals-this-week/ http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/02/great-deals-this-week/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:35:16 +0000 karen http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/?p=247
Read the rest of this entry »]]> PG = Proctor & Gamble    SS=Smart Source    RP=Red Plum

CVS
American Greeting Cards – Get 3 FREE  when you buy  3 $.99 cards and earn $3 Extra Bucks
Speed Stick or Lady Speed Stick – $.25 each when you buy 8 and earn $6 Extra Bucks and use 4 coupons from 1/29 SS

Rite Aid
Rite Aid TRUEresult Meter – FREE after manufacturers rebate
Centrum Pro Nutrients Omega 3, 50ct – $.32 each with $10 UP Rewards on purchase of 3 and 3 $5 off coupons from 1/1 RP and one January video values coupon
Bayer 20ct  – $.24 each when you buy 2 with 2 newspaper coupons from 1/1 SS and one Jan/Feb Video Values coupon
Dimetapp – $.66 each after 3 coupons from 1/29 RP and $10 mail in rebate
Colgate Optic White Toothbrush – $.09 after Jan Video Values coupon and coupon in 1/29 SS

Target
Iams Dog Food – FREE after $3 off coupon in 1/29 PG
Vicks Vapo Rub – $.22 each when you buy 3 and earn $5 Target card, 3 newspaper coupons from 1/29 PG and Target coupon in 1/8 RP
Vicks Vapo Inhaler – $.22 each when you buy 3 and earn $5 Target card, 3 newspaper coupons from 1/29 PG and Target coupon in 1/8 RP

Walgreens
St Joseph Enteric Aspirin, 36 ct – FREE after $2 Register Rewards
Pur Absorb Iron Supplements – FREE after $10 Register Rewards
Gillette Fusion ProGlide Razor – $.99 after $4 Register Rewards and coupon in 1/1 PG
Blink Tears – $1 PROFIT! after $8 Register Rewards and $1 off coupon in 1/15 SS

Walmart
Robitussin, 4oz – $.31 each when you buy 3 and use $10 rebate in 1/29 RP and $1 off printable coupon
Advil PM, 20ct – $.03 after $10 mail in rebate in 1/29 RP and $1 off printable coupon
Vaseline Total Moisture – FREE after $1 off coupon in 1/29 RP

Specials reported as seen on www.couponmom.com

Happy savings!

]]> http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/02/great-deals-this-week/feed/ 0 20% off everything at Big Lots Saturday http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/01/20-off-everything-at-big-lots-saturday/ http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/01/20-off-everything-at-big-lots-saturday/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:39:38 +0000 karen http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/?p=241
Read the rest of this entry »]]> Big Lots is offering their Buzz Rewards Members 20% off your entire purchase this Saturday only.

Each time Big Lots has a 20% off day, I make sure to stock up on laundry detergent (last time I paid under $2.50 for a bottle of All & Mighty 32 loads!), light bulbs and cleaning supplies, all which you can find at great prices in the store. Take note that Big Lots does not accept manufacturer’s coupons.

Maybe I can talk my husband into purchasing that dresser I’ve had my eye on…after all, it is 20% off.

Happy savings!

]]> http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/01/20-off-everything-at-big-lots-saturday/feed/ 0 Save 90% or more off your grocery bill this week http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/01/save-90-or-more-off-your-grocery-bill-this-week/ http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/2012/01/save-90-or-more-off-your-grocery-bill-this-week/#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:32:29 +0000 karen http://www.goerieblogs.com/lifestyle/shoppingmakeover/?p=234
Read the rest of this entry »]]> Here are this week’s new freebies and really hot deals!

SS = Smart Source   RP=Red Plum   PG=Proctor & Gamble   TC=Target Coupon (printable)

CVS
Estroven Max Strength 28ct – FREE after $9.99 Extra Bucks Rewards

Rite Aid
Mentos Tube Gum – FREE after $1 UP Rewards on 3 and 3 $.55 off coupons fro 1/1 SS

Target
Up & Up Paper Towels, single roll – FREE after TC

Walgreens
Walgreens TrueResult Monitor – FREE after $12.99 mail in rebate found on package
Ultimate Flurry Protein Bar – FREE after $1.99 Register Rewards
Renew Life Flush & Be Fit Kit – FREE after $20 mail in rebate printed at register
Triaminic, 14ct or Infant Fever Reducer Drops, 2 oz – FREE after $5 Register Rewards and 2 $3 off coupons from 12/4 SS
Cortaid .5 – FREE after $3 off coupon in 1/8 SS and $2 In Ad coupon
Tylenol 24ct or liquid 8 oz – $.50 after $5 Register Rewards and $2 off coupon in 1/15 SS

Walmart
Frank’s Red Hot, 6 oz – FREE after $.75 coupon in 1/22 SS

Prices are as seen on couponmom.com

Happy savings!

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