While I was planning not to buy anything else until after the weekend, I figured out a deal that made sense to get. One of the things that have been difficult with this challenge is that all I have been drinking this first week is water (this may not be a totally bad thing). I…
One of the most popular posts on this blog is a detailed account of how $330 worth of groceries was purchased for $27. Many people think that this was a one-time deal where all the good coupons were used and it doesn't happen on a regular basis. This is the farthest thing from the truth.…
If you love to wander through farmers markets, or even the fresh produce section of your favorite store, looking for fresh, tender, flavorful vegetables…trying new and unusual produce…or just buying produce in season…and are sorely disappointed when you bring your finds to the dinner table, help has arrived. Whether you are looking to buy, keep…
KFC has been running an advertisement on TV about how their 7 piece chicken bucket for $9.99 costs less than if you tried to cook it yourself. As soon as I saw this advertisement go up, I started to think that it was a pretty bold claim. The commercial even challenges families to try and…
I just love this grocery journal entry made by tracitodd: “We spend all of our money on groceries — since the kids and I are at home 7 days a week and we don't eat out, we go through a lot of groceries!” She even uses coupons 🙂 It shows that the entries don't have…
Some people think using a coupon in public is even more embarrassing than, say, accidentally walking into the wrong restroom. I have done both, and I assure you — the latter is far more embarrassing! Here's why I am not the least bit embarrassed by coupons: Companies make coupons available; why shouldn’t we use them?…
There are a growing number of grocery stores that are offering discounts on gas when you purchase a certain amount of food from them. When you mee the required minimum amount, you receive a coupon for for a specific amount off per gallon of gas at an affiliated gas station in the area. With gas…
Here's a tip when shopping at discount wholesale stores such as BJ's, Costco, Sam's Club. An easy way to tell if an item is on clearance is to see if the price ends in a “1” — if it does then it means it is on clearance, and usually has a significant price reduction (the…