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Off Topic...

Okay, so I began couponing about a month or so ago and yesterday's shopping trip was a success! First, I went to Ralph's and after 3 transactions, I spent $39.05.  Then, I went to CVS. Below are each of the transactions:

RALPH'S Trans #1:

2 – Loreal Kids Detangler - $1.99 wyb 10 participating items

Use 2 - $0.75/1 (should double up to $1.00)

= $0.99 each/$1.98 for 2

3 – Pringles - $0.99 wyb 10 participating items

Use 1 - $1.00/3

= $1.97 for 3

2 – Tombstone Pizza - $2.99 wyb 10 participating items

= $5.98 for 2

3 – Kraft Easy Mac - $0.49 wyb 10 participating items

= $1.47 for 3

RALPH'S Trans #2:

20 – Horizon Vanilla Organic Milk Singles - $0.88

= $17.60

1 – Don Francisco's Coffee - $3.99

2 - Activia 4 pks - $1.88

Use 1 - $1.00/2

= $2.76 for 2

RALPH'S Trans #3:

2 - Activia 4 pks - $1.88

Use 1 - $1.00/2

= $2.76 for 2

CVS Trans #1:

3 - Scott Mega Paper Towel Rolls (6 Big Select-a-Size) - $4.77 ea

Use 3 - $1.00/1 & $10 ECB (earned from a previous purchase)

= $0.58 for 3 pks,

It's definitely some work, but I'm so thrilled with the results so far (and so are my husband and pocketbook) LOL!

Coming Soon...

I know it's been a while since I have posted something related to papercrafting, so here goes...

Coming soon is the New CTMH Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge! This awesome new product will be available to purchase on August 1st and if you would like to get it at a discount, you can host a Home Gathering and earn it as part of your 1/2 price hostess rewards, or sign up to become a Consultant and order it NOW!

My CVS Shopping Trip - Spent $7.96 / Saved 82%...

Okay, so I just began couponing a few weeks ago and below is a picture of my CVS shopping trip from yesterday. (not pictured is the bottle of AJAX)

Total Out of Pocket - $7.96

You're probable wondering how I managed to spend such a small amount for all of these items, so I will share. On Sunday, I went to CVS and purchased 2 items - G.U.M. PerioBalance for $15.99 and Hersheys Bliss Dark Chocolates for $5.99. I paid $21.98, but CVS gave me 2 ECB (Extra Credit Bucks) coupons back for $15.99 and $5.99, making my purchases FREE.

Now, onto yesterday's transactions....

Transaction #1
PowerBar Energy or Protein Bites, 2.6 to 3-oz. | $2.49
ECB Earned: $2.49 (Limit 1)
Pay: $2.49 | After ECB: FREE!

Transaction #2
Colgate Total Gum Defense, Advanced & Colgate Max Toothpaste | $2.79
ECB Earned: $4.00 ($2 for each tube)
- $2.49 ECB from Trans #1
- $1/1 Colgate Total Advanced Toothpaste 6/12/2011 SS Insert (exp 7/2/2011)
- $0.75/1 Colgate Toothbrushes or Paste 6/5/2011 SS Insert (exp 6/25/2011)
Pay: $1.83 for both | After ECB: FREE!

Transaction #3
Pampers Baby Dry, Swaddlers or Cruisers Diapers ($20) & 2 pks CVS Soft Cloths Baby Wipes, 64 to 72-ct. ($2.50) | $25.00
ECB Earned: $10.00 when you buy $25.00 (limit 1)
- $4.00 ECB from Trans #2
- $15.99 ECB from Sunday Transaction
- $5.99 ECB from Sunday Transaction
Pay: $1.21 | After ECB: FREE!

Transaction #4
AJAX Dishwashing Liquid 16oz $1.77, OH's Cereal (2 boxes) $1.00 each, CapNCrunch Cereal (2 boxes) $1.00 each, ACT 2 Popcorn (3 boxes) $1.00 each, Teddy Graham Cookies (5 boxes of 6 pkgs) $1.00 each and Duncan Hines Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix (1 box) $1.00 each | $14.77 (before tax)
- $10.00 ECB from Trans #3
Pay: $4.92


I am so proud of my savings! It's amazing what you can save when you plan your trip ahead of time, instead of going to the store without a list and any coupons for that matter.


Have a great week!!!