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Saturday, January 7, 2012
Coupon Policies
Be sure and print out each stores' coupon policy, and file it in your coupon binder.
PRICE CHOPPER
WAL-MART
WALGREENS
RITE AID
FAMILY DOLLAR
DOLLAR GENERAL
Make Your Own Coupon Binder
I found this neat little YouTube video explaining how to make a coupon binder.
Let me know what you think!
Friday, January 6, 2012
Homemade Laundry Soap
There are many variations to this homemade laundry soap recipe.
You can check out Crystal's recipe from the Family Homestead, or you
can try my variation to hers.
One full bar of Fels Naptha (You can find this in the laundry section of your grocery store.)
One cup of Borax
One cup of Washing Soda (Not baking soda)
Put Fels Naptha into a large kettle with some water. (It doesn't really matter how much. You just want to melt the soap thoroughly.)
When soap is melted well, then add in the Borax and Washing Soda. Be sure everything dissolves well.
Fill a five-gallon bucket with water. Leave enough room for the melted soap mixture.
Stir up, and add in fragrance, if wanted.
I use a cup per load, but many people report only using 1/4 cup of laundry soap.
Thursday, January 5, 2012
Tour the HECOA classroom
Imagine a homeschool class where you might take your children to a facility where other homeschoolers meet to exchange talents on various subjects. One parent may be a really great science teacher, another may be proficient in grammar and writing. Another might be a whiz at math.
The parents take turns teaching the subjects and the kids get a well-rounded academic experience. They get socialization. And in most co-ops (most, not all) the parents are welcome to stay and watch from the back of the room. This is generally referred to as homeschool co-op.
But what if you don't live near other homeschoolers? Or your local support groups just can't pull something like this together?
That's where HECOA can help!!
Check out HECOA today!
Awesome Blogs that do the Work for You
Did you know that there are blogs out there that do all of the work for you!
No kidding! These sites, and many, many more, find all of the great deals of the week, tell you which coupons to use, tell you where to find the coupons, give you printable coupon links, tell you your OOP (out-of-pocket), and even tell you if it's a money maker!
Here are some GREAT links!
The Coupon Mom - Sign up for her FREE newsletter and check out her AWESOME site.
The Money Saving Queen - They don't call her 'Queen' for nothing!
Money Saving Mom - WONDERFUL site!
Deal Seeking Mom - She has A LOT of good stuff!
No kidding! These sites, and many, many more, find all of the great deals of the week, tell you which coupons to use, tell you where to find the coupons, give you printable coupon links, tell you your OOP (out-of-pocket), and even tell you if it's a money maker!
Here are some GREAT links!
The Coupon Mom - Sign up for her FREE newsletter and check out her AWESOME site.
The Money Saving Queen - They don't call her 'Queen' for nothing!
Money Saving Mom - WONDERFUL site!
Deal Seeking Mom - She has A LOT of good stuff!
ALL*YOU MAGAZINE
I LOVE this magazine! It is so full of coupons, that I call it The Coupon Magazine!
If you aren't receiving ALLYou yet, then order it today!
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Beginning Couponing Class
Are you wondering how this whole couponing thing works?
Have you started couponing, but not seeing much savings?
Are the stores PAYING YOU to shop?
Come on out to our Beginning Couponing Class and let me show you how to use your coupons.
This is a FREE class given to teach you how to get started couponing.
It will be held at the Hermon, New York library, on Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at 6:00 P.M.
I have been busy collecting coupons and printing up hand-outs to help you get started with your own STRATEGIC SHOPPING!
RSVP is NOT required, but is appreciated.
Using Coupons at Wal-Mart
If you are just starting on the couponing path, then consider starting with Wal-Mart.
Wal-Mart has no frills, no hoops, type of coupon policy.
It makes it easy to get started.
Wal-Mart DOESN'T offer catalinas (register rewards, +UPRewards, ValueBucks, Extra Care Bucks).
They do NOT offer BOGOs (buy one/get one deals).
They do, however, offer something that makes couponers everywhere jump for joy.
OVERAGE!
Wal-Mart will actually PAY YOU the difference between the coupon amount and the item price.
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For example:
I had a Tide coupon which specified ANY SIZE item.
I picked up a trial size package of Tide marked 99 cents.
I had a $2.00 off coupon, so Wal-Mart PAID ME $1.01 to take it!
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Three of the top ways to save at Wal-Mart:
Rollbacks - Wal-Marts rollbacks are their sale prices. I used to think that rollback prices were their new prices. In other words, I thought they decided to lower the price, but in reality, rollback prices don't last. Rollbacks are simply sale prices.
Clearance - One of my favorite things to use my coupons on are clearance items. You can easily get paid to shop by matching clearance items up with coupons!
Trial Size - Check your coupons carefully. If it specifies 'ANY SIZE' then you will want to make a bee line to the trial size section. I love the trial size sections in stores because I know that I will be PAID TO SHOP!
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A few more things to know about shopping at Wal-Mart:
Wal-Mart doesn't have limits on how many items you can purchase. Plus, they typically are well stocked, so you can stock-up while leaving plenty on the shelves for the next customer.
Be sure and print out their coupon policy and carry it with you!
Wal-Mart has no frills, no hoops, type of coupon policy.
It makes it easy to get started.
Wal-Mart DOESN'T offer catalinas (register rewards, +UPRewards, ValueBucks, Extra Care Bucks).
They do NOT offer BOGOs (buy one/get one deals).
They do, however, offer something that makes couponers everywhere jump for joy.
OVERAGE!
Wal-Mart will actually PAY YOU the difference between the coupon amount and the item price.
-------------------------------------------------------------------
For example:
I had a Tide coupon which specified ANY SIZE item.
I picked up a trial size package of Tide marked 99 cents.
I had a $2.00 off coupon, so Wal-Mart PAID ME $1.01 to take it!
--------------------------------------------------------------------
Three of the top ways to save at Wal-Mart:
Rollbacks - Wal-Marts rollbacks are their sale prices. I used to think that rollback prices were their new prices. In other words, I thought they decided to lower the price, but in reality, rollback prices don't last. Rollbacks are simply sale prices.
Clearance - One of my favorite things to use my coupons on are clearance items. You can easily get paid to shop by matching clearance items up with coupons!
Trial Size - Check your coupons carefully. If it specifies 'ANY SIZE' then you will want to make a bee line to the trial size section. I love the trial size sections in stores because I know that I will be PAID TO SHOP!
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A few more things to know about shopping at Wal-Mart:
Wal-Mart doesn't have limits on how many items you can purchase. Plus, they typically are well stocked, so you can stock-up while leaving plenty on the shelves for the next customer.
Be sure and print out their coupon policy and carry it with you!
Monday, January 2, 2012
FREE Beginning Couponing Class
Are you wondering how this whole couponing thing works?
Have you started couponing, but not seeing much savings?
Are the stores PAYING YOU to shop?
Come on out to our Beginning Couponing Class and let me show you how to use your coupons.
This is a FREE class given to teach you how to get started couponing.
It will be held at the Hermon, New York library, on Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at 6:00 P.M.
I have been busy collecting coupons and printing up hand-outs to help you get started with your own STRATEGIC SHOPPING!
RSVP is NOT required, but is appreciated.
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Beginning Couponing Class
Are you wondering how this whole couponing thing works?
Have you started couponing, but not seeing much savings?
Are the stores PAYING YOU to shop?
Come on out to our Beginning Couponing Class and let me show you how to use your coupons.
This is a FREE class given to teach you how to get started couponing.
It will be held at the Hermon, New York library, on Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at 6:00 P.M.
I have been busy collecting coupons and printing up hand-outs to help you get started with your own STRATEGIC SHOPPING!
RSVP is NOT required, but is appreciated.
2012
Happy New Year!
Have you made a list of your goals for this year?
Is frugality on your list?
You can meet your goals, but you must remember to start small.
Every penny you save counts!
Be sure and sign up for my FREE email newsletter, so I can be a part of helping you to meet your frugality goals this year!
STRATEGIC SHOPPING E-BOOK
Does your New Year's resolution include saving money?
Let me help you to meet your goals!
You can get the STRATEGIC SHOPPING E-BOOK for ONLY $10.00!
Apply the techniques, and you can save that, and much much more in your first shopping trip!
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