Super Savings Saturday 7/9

This was my best deal of the week:

 I found the grill pictured above in our neighbor's trash & my husband and I (ok, mostly my husband) retrieved it out of the trash.  Oh, yes we did!   It does need a little work (about $50-$75) but that is still a great deal for such a nice grill.

Total Out of Pocket = $0

 My parents brought me this Wolfgang Puck Bistro Bread Machine (similar to the one here).  They purchased it at their church rummage sale for $10.  It has 2 paddles so I can't wait to try it out!

Total Out of Pocket = $0 (It was a gift.)

The only grocery shopping I did this week was to purchase 2 gallons ($3.10 each) of milk at Aldi.


Total Out of Pocket = $6.20


Total Money Spent this Week = $6.20

Super Savings Saturday 5/7

Westin Crown Center Hotel Lobby Fountain

(One of our favorite KC fountains!)

Kansas City is known as the City of Fountains and has many beautiful fountains all around the city.  This summer we are planning a homeschool unit study on Kansas City fountains and we will be reading about and visiting lots of fountains.   I thought it would be fun to share some of our KC fountain studies with my readers so starting in June I will be posting pictures and information on some of the fountains that we visit.  I haven't decided  how I am going to do this (one post or a series)  but I will let you know once I decide. 

Leave a comment if you have a favorite KC Fountain!

Bloch Memorial Fountain (Union Station)

Here are my deals for the week:

CVS:

• 2 Pantene Shampoo/Conditioner 2/$6.97(used $3 coupon)
• 1 Cover Girl Powder $6.00 (used $1 coupon)
• 2 Dawn Dish Soap $.99 each (used $.50 coupon & $.25 coupon)
• Colgate Toothpaste $2.77 (used $.75 coupon)
• 2 Cascade $4.00 each (used $1 & $.25 coupons)
• 1 Mr. Clean Multi-Purpose Cleaner $3.00 (used $.75 coupon)
• 3 Ivory Soap 3 bar packs $.99 each
• 2 Degree Deodorant 2/$7.00 (used 2 $1 coupons)
• 2 Pringles 2/$3.00 (used FREE coupon & $.55 coupon that came in the mail)

Total Before Coupons & Extra Bucks = $41.69

I used in $17.99 Extra Bucks.


Total Out of Pocket = $12.15 & I earned $15.77 in Extra Bucks!

($2.77 Colgate, $1.00 Cover Girl, $1.00 Pantene, $2.00 Degree, $3.00 Cascade/Mr. Clean, $5.00 CVS Beauty Club, $1.00 Green Bag Tag)

Walgreens:

• 4 Comet Cleansers 2/$1.00 (used 4 $.25 printable coupons)
• 3 Scotch Tape $.39 each
• 4 Arizonia Drinks 2/$1.00

Total Out of Pocket = $4.17

 I found long-sleeve shirts on sale at The Children's Place this week for $3.99 each & I had a 15% coupon  so I purchased 3 for next fall/winter. 

Total Out of Pocket = $10.17

 I went to Tuesday Morning to purchase the silverware basket that was in the ad and I found a few other things while I was there.

Total Out of Pocket = $26.97

 I did a little thrift store shopping this week and found a few treasures including:  boys Gap shorts, Children's Place polo shirt, microfiber towels, geography game, Halloween mummy candy dish, Wall-E pillow case, cloth napkins, candelabra & a desk organizer.

I also found these basket hot pads for $.50 each!

Total Out of Pocket = $24.00

Total Money Spent this Week = $77.46

Super Savings Saturday 4/16

Here are my deals for the week:

 Connor & I went treasure hunting at our local thrift stores this week.  I still have not found 4 chairs to go with our new table but we are going garage sale shopping tomorrow so maybe we will have some luck.  We did find quite a few deals at the thrift stores including an Aigner Purse, Clark Shoes, Tupperware cups and lots of name brand clothing for Connor (Children's Place, Gymboree, Nordstroms, Gap & Ralph Lauren).

Total Out of Pocket = $32.35

I went to Sam's Club on Friday during the Try Sam's for Free Event (41/15/11-4/17/11).  I spent more money than I intended but I did get a few good deals.  I prefer to shop at the grocery store because I can get the same or better price than at Sam's Club and there is no membership fee.  They tried to talk me into purchasing a membership but I just don't think you should have to pay a store to shop there. 

Total Out of Pocket = $60.72

This is the picture from my first trip to CVS this week.  You can see the details of this transaction here.

Total Out of Pocket = $19.88

I went back to CVS to purchase 2 more Xtra Laundry Detergents on sale for $1.49 (used 2 $.50 printable coupons- no longer available) and to use my FREE Essence of Beauty Antibacterial product coupon.

Total Out of Pocket = $1.98

This was my first trip to Walgreens this week.  You can see the details of this transaction here.

Total Out of Pocket = $12.22

I was able to print 3 more $.50 Heinz Vinegar coupons on other computers so I went back to Walgreens & purchased 3 more bottles of vinegar and a bottle of Spray & Wash (used $.50 coupon)

Total Out of Pocket = $2.96

I purchased produce & a gallon of milk (not pictured) at Wal-Mart.

Total Out of Pocket = $12.09

Total Money Spent this Week = $142.20

(Yikes! I spent a lot of money this week.  Maybe I should take a break from shopping next week.)

Super Savings Saturday 4/9

The only shopping I did this week was CVS, Walgreens and I purchased a gallon of milk at Aldi ($2.84).

CVS:

2 Dawn Dish Soap $.99 each (used 2 $.25 coupons)


2 Oral-B Manual Vivid White Toothbrushes $2.99 each (used B1G1 FREE coupon)

4 Febreeze Refresh Air Fresheners $3.00 each (used 4 $1 coupons)

1 Puffs Facial Tissue $.87 (used $.50 coupon)

1 Crest Pro-Health Clincial Gum Toothpaste $3.49 (used $1.00 coupon)

1 Gold Bond Body Wash $5.88 (used $2.00 coupon)

2 Right Guard Total Defense Body Wash $3.88 each (used B1G1 FREE coupon)

Clairol Nice 'n Easy Color Blend Foam $7.99 (used $3.00 coupon)

2 Herbal Essences 2/$5.49 (used 2 $1.00 coupons)

2 Pantene Shampoo/Conditioner 2/$6.97 (used $2.00 & $1.00 coupons)

2 GUM Eez Thru Flossers $2.00 each



Total Before Coupons & Extra Bucks = $62.41

I used $33.00 in Extra Bucks.

Total Out of Pocket = $6.54 & I earned $22.48 in Exta Bucks!
($1.00 Green Bag Tag, $1.00 Clairol Color Blend Foam, $2.00 Pantene, $3.00 Febreeze, $2.50 Crest, $4.00 GUM, $3.00 Gold Bond, $1.98 Oral-B Toothbrushes, $3.00 Right Guard)

Walgreens:

2 Purex Laundry Detergent $1.99 each

6 Walgreens Sandwich Bags $.99 each

4 Planter's Flavor Grove Almonds 2/$1.00


Total Out of Pocket = $11.92



Total Money Spent this Week = $21.30

I am still searching for 4 chairs to go with the table I purchased at a thrift store for $3.00.  Hopefully, there will be some good garage sales this week and I can find them!

Super Savings Saturday 3/26

Here are my deals for the week:

 On Friday, we went on a field trip to Jamesport, Missouri (this will be the feature of Field Trip Friday next week).  Here is what I purchased at H&M Country Store:

• Yellow Cornmeal 4.96lbs. $2.93
• Brown Rice 2.11lbs. $1.58
• Organic Quick Oats 2.98lbs. $2.83
• Harvest Soup Mix 0.55lb. $1.29
• Beef Base 0.50lb. $1.50
• Hearty Soup Mix 0.51lb. $.81
• Creamy Chicken Noode Soup Mix 0.54lb. $2.15
• Home-Style Cheesey Bacon & Potato Soup 0.55lb. $2.69
• Garlic Bread Sprinkles 0.61lb. $3.90
• Black Pepper (fine ground) 0.13lb, $1.03
• Onion Powder 0.17lb. $1.10
• Sesame Sticks 0.46lb. $1.04
• Sunflower Seeds (roasted & salted) 0.92lb. $1.83
• Sesame Sticks 0.46lb. $1.04
• Cinnamon Yogurt Covered Pretzels 0.54lb. $1.51

Total Out of Pocket = $27.23

 We also stopped at the Countryside Bakery and purchased a German Chocolate Cake for $6.50 & a loaf of Cheese Bread for $2.40.

Total Out of Pocket = $8.90

 CVS:

• 3 Coke 12 packs 3/$13.00
• 3 Honest Teas (oops, I bought too many) $1.00 each
• Folgers Coffee $6.99 (Is it just me, or are these shrinking??????)
• Schick Quattro for Men Razor/Trimmer $8.79 (used $3.00 coupon)
• Head & Shoulders Shampoo $4.99 (used $1 coupon)
• 6 Suave Shampoos & Styling Products 3/$5.00 (used $.50/2 coupon & $1/2 coupon)
• 1 Suave Men's Body Wash $2.00
• Allegra 5ct. $6.99 (used $2 coupon)

Total Before Coupons & Extra Bucks = $55.76

I used $24.00 in Extra Bucks.

Total Out of Pocket = $24.26 & I earned in $22.49 Extra Bucks.

Walgreens:

• Sunburst Laundry Detergent $2.99
• Arm & Hammer Deodorant $.99 each
• Maxwell House Coffee $2.59
• 6 cans Hunts Tomato Sauce 3/$1.00
• 3 Walgreens Toothbrushes 3/$2.00
• 2 Walgreens Facial Tissue $.99 each

Total Out of Pocket = $13.54

I have been on a thrift store shopping kick lately and this week I purchased a set of Fall napkins $.99, ladies knit top $2.00, boys Tommy Hillfieger polo shirt $2.00, boys pajamas $1.00, I spy puzzle $1.00 & a glass measuring cup $1.00.

I also purchased this table for our play room for only $3.00!  This week I will be searching thrift stores for chairs to go with it!

Total Out of Pocket = $10.99

Total Money Spent this Week = $84.92

This week I received a SC Johnson Spring Cleaning Kit from BzzAgent.  Go here to read my product reviews, Spring Cleaning Tips & how to become a BzzAgent (even if you are not a blogger).

Super Savings Saturday 3/19

We had a great time celebrating St. Patrick's Day this week and doing our Expedition Ireland Unit Study.  I did find a little time for shopping and I am glad that I did because I found some great bargains!

  

My best deal this week was this Intelliglobe that I found at Target on clearance for $22.48 (original price $125.00)!  I have been looking for a globe for my son and really liked the Intelliglobe but did not want to pay $125.00.  I just happen to find it on clearance in the office/school supply department (for those of you in KC it was at the Tiffany Springs store).

 I also purchased at Target:

• Finish Dishwasher Detergent $2.99 (used $1.50 Target coupon & $.75 manufacturer coupon)
• Up & Up Ibuprofen $1.77 (used $1 Target coupon)
• Alka Seltzer Plus Cold Medicine $5.99 (used $1 coupon)

Total Out of Pocket = $28.65

 Here is what I purchased at CVS this week:

• 2 Soft Soap Hand Soaps 2/$6.00 (used 2 $.35 coupons)
• 3 Honest Teas $1.00 each
• 3 Coke 12 packs 3/$13.00
• 1 Crest Mouth Wash $3.49
• 1 Dial Lotion $4.99 (used $1.00 coupon)
• Irish Spring Body Wash $2.99 (used $.50 coupon)
• 3 Gain Dish Soap $.97 each (used 3 $1.00 coupons- not sure where they came from)
• 1 Gillette Fusion Pro Glide Razor Raincheck $9.99 (used $4.00 coupon)

Total Before Coupons & Extra Bucks = $46.37

I used $18 in Extra Bucks.

Total Out of Pocket = $19.18 & I earned $19.50 in Extra Bucks!
($3.00 Soft Soap, $5.00 Coke/Honest Tea, $2.50 Crest, $3.00 Dial, $2.00 Irish Spring, $4.00 Gillette Raincheck)

Here is what I purchased at Walgreens this week:

• Walgreens Bleach $.99
• 6 Scotch Photo Mailers 3/$1.00
• 2 Kleenex $.89 each
• Starbucks Coffee $6.99 (splurge for my husband)
• 10 Gatorades $.69 each
• 1 Reynolds Foil $.89
• 2 Walgreens Wax Paper $.89 each
• 8 Arizonia Drinks 2/$1.00

Total Out of Pocket = $25.33

I picked-up a few basic groceries at Aldi this week.

Total Out of Pocket = $11.34

I went to one of my favorite thrift stores this week and found a Pampered Chef Pitcher (new) for $2.99, a tea pot for my Mrs. Tea $1.49 and a Timex weather clock radio for $3.99.

Total Out of Pocket = $8.47

Total Money Spent this Week = $93.29

Super Savings Saturday 3/12

This week we had fun making 200 Crazy Leprechaun Hat Cookies for the kids at our church! We also have a lot of fun St. Patrick's Day activities and field trips planned for next week.

Here are my deals for the week:

I did a little thrift store shopping this week and found 7 floral cloth napkins ($1.25), a meatball shaper ($.99) and a package of china seperators ($1.00).

Total Out of Pocket = $3.24

I also went to Planters Seed & Spice (located in downtown Kansas City near River Market) to purchase coffee, almonds, spaghetti sauce seasoning, buttermilk ranch mix and 3 large spice jars.

Total Out of Pocket = $22.10

(the coffee was a splurge at $7.99/lb. so that is why my total is so high)

This week at CVS I purchased 6 packs of bottled water (not all are pictured) at $1.98 each, 2 boxes CVS tissues at $.99 each and I used a CVS FREE beverage coupon for the Coke.  I do not usually purchase bottled water but since it was such a great price I purchased them to take in our cooler on vacations and field trips.

Total Out of Pocket = $13.86

I went to Hy-Vee on Thursday for the 2 day sale and purchased 2 Skippy Natural Peanut Butters ($.99 each), Tostios Whole Grain Scoops ($1.99), Premium Multi-Grain Crackers ($.99), 2 Starkist Tuna ($.39), 4 Campbell's French Onion soup ($1.00 each & I used a $.40/4 coupon), 2 Hy-Vee butters ($1.99 each), Purex Laundry Detergent ($2.50 & I used a $1 coupon).

Total Out of Pocket = $14.82

I went to Target and found a boys green shirt on clearance for $1.98.  This will be perfect for Connor to wear on St. Patrick's Day!  I also purchased a box of Quaker Oatmeal Squares and used a $1.00 coupon that came with a FREE sample.  The Target ad had the cereal on sale for $2.99 but at my store it was $2.64.

Total Out of Pocket = $3.62

I went to Price Chopper and purchased 3 bags of Best Choice Shredded Cheese ($.99 each) and 4 bottles of Arm & Hammer Laundry Detergent ($2.50 each & I used 2 $1.25 printable coupons & a $1/2 coupon).  I saved $.10 for bringing my own bags.

Total Out of Pocket = $9.37

Total Money Spent this Week = $67.01

Super Savings Saturday 9/18

I did not do a lot of grocery shopping this week.  We have been mostly eating from our stockpile for the last month and it is starting to get low.  I plan on stocking-up on meat next week.  Here are my deals for this week:

I went ot Sunfresh this week.  They have Quarker granola and breakfast bars on sale this week and apples for $.69/lb.  I purchased a gallon of milk that did not make it in the picture.

Total Out of Pocket = $24.97

Here is what I purchased at CVS this week.

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  4 Coke 12 packs 4/$13.00 (used 1 FREE coupon I earned at mycokerewards.com)
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  Brachs Autumn Mix Candy $.99
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  2 Purex Laundry Detergent $3.99 each
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  1 Alive! Vitamins $9.99

Total Before Coupons & Extra Bucks = $31.96

I used $19 in Extra Bucks.

Total Out of Pocket = $9.71 and I earned $17.98 in Extra Bucks ($3 Coke, $4 Purex, $9.99 Vitamins, $.99 Brachs Candy)!

Connor and I went shopping at several of our favorite thrift stores this week and found lots of treasures!  My husband's coffee maker had just died and we found a replacement that had never been used.  I also found some Tupperware pantry storage containers, pampered chef stoneware train cookie mold, pampered chef stoneware heart cookie mold, 3 pairs of pajamas (with the tags still on) for me, several skirts and a dress for me, The World of Little House (book) and pajamas (with the tags still on) for Connor.  

Total Out of Pocket = $25.00 

Total Money Spent this Week = $59.68