There are a few NEW Red Plum coupons today!$.50 off any Snuggle Fabric Softener or Dryer Sheets
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Britax Carseat Giveaway!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pick the Color of Your Choice!
For those of you with kids, we understand how important it is to have a safe carseat for our babies!
Right now, Ebony Parent is giving you the opportunity to WIN a Britax Marathon Carseat valued at $300~
Our twins are still in their Britax and they are 4 years old!
Here's your chance, make sure that you enter to WIN! Good Luck! Remember, you have to be in it to WIN it~
Lancome: FREEBIE!!!!!!!
Scoring health and beauty freebies is a GREAT way to add to your travel bag. I like to keep samples and freebies like this in our guest bathroom. I am thinking that I am wanting to actually keep this FREEBIE from Lancome for myself. Freebies like this don't last long, so grab it while you can. Click HERE to score your FERE Lancome Sample.
Babies R' Us: Diapers ONLY $0.05 each!!!!!!!!!!!!
Its been a few weeks since we have been able to score BIG on Diapers! I cannot believe that this deal is still LIVE!!!!!!! Right now, you can score diapers for ONLY $0.05 each! The deal is super easy to SCORE and I am going to share how to do it step by step! Please note that you will be scoring the 96 count packs of diapers for ONLY $4.98...
1) Head over HERE and in the search box you will type "Babies R Us". You will get 1% Cash Back, Plus a $5 bonus added to your account. (These perks are not part of the savings)
2) Then seach, Baby Blues Diapers
3) Pick your size and choose in-store pick up
4) Use the promo code: 950342 for an additional $5 off
5) Total: ONLY $4.98 Shipped
I am grabbing a few packs at this price! Can't wait!
Thanks Raining Hot Coupons
Stride Rite: Shoes, Socks, and FootWear SALE!!!!!! Items as low as $1.40
Yesterday, I stopped by our local Stride Rite to try and grab a pair of shoes for our youngest~ However, with there not being a SALE or coupon, I came home and searched online. Luckily, one of my favorite daily deal sites, Totsy has up to 65% off a select group of Stride Rite shoes today! I am loving this pink Mary Jane's that I just scored! Don't forget that when you refer your friends to Totsy that you earn credit to help you get FREEBIES! Hurry over as there are lots of boys and girls styles to choose from. I know that with prices like I saw, these will SELL out fast!
*NEW* Keebler Crackers Printable Coupon
There is no better snack than cheese and crackers! My kids have enjoyed having peanut butter on crackers as an after school snack. This coupon came just in time as we're running low...
$1 off any 2 boxes of Keebler Crackers
*NEW* Kraft Philadelphia Cheese Slices
Say CHEESE with this NEW printable coupon! I have never tried cheese that comes in these zippered packs! But, with this NEW coupon, I'll wait for the BEST sale!$.75 off any one pack of Kraft Philadelphia Cheese Slices
*NEW* Colgate Toothbrush Printable Coupon
Start your weekend off with some HOT printable coupons! The month of March has been exciting with coupons that we have not seen in weeks~
Here's one that I am printing in hopes of scoring big at one of the drug stores:
$.75 off any Colgate 360 Manual Toothbrush
Friday, March 2, 2012
Tornado Relief: North Alabama (March 2nd)
As many of you know, our family will NEVER forget the April 27, 2011 Tornado Outbreak. The storms today are reminding me so much of that scary day~ On a positive note, I have partnered with Ole Hickory BBQ and Two Friends Gift Shop to provide relief to those that have been impacted by today's storms! I truly appreciate being able to assist those in need during this unfortunate event in Alabama.
Lets rally to bring support to residents throughout North Alabama!!!!!!!!
How can you help?
* We're asking you to take items from your stockpile to share with those that need it the most. Personal care items, such as deodorant, toothpaste, shampoo, and MORE are greatly needed. In addition, wrapped foods, canned good, drinks and more will be GREATLY appreciated.
* If you don't have a stockpile but are able to grab a few extras at the store, please feel free to drop by with your donation. Its all about coming together and providing for those less fortunate~
* Many of our fans, friends and family live out of town and I am working on a way for you to assist too~
Donation Drop Off Locations:
Ole Hickory BBQ:
5061 Maysville Road New Market, AL 35761 Two Friends Gift Shops: 5850 Highway 53 # A Harvest, AL 2246 Winchester Rd NE # 300 Huntsville, AL For Questions..... Please contact The Coupon Centsation |
*NEW* Eggo Waffles Products
Eggo waffles, perfect for a quick breakfast for the kids has released a NEW coupon!$1 off any 3 Eggo Waffles products
* These go Buy One get one FREE often at Publix and I will be ready to stock up!
Stockpiling for Storms: Tips from the Couponing Experts and Meteorologist
It is with great honor and privledge that Nathan from We Use Coupons talked with my husband, Dale Bader (Meteorologist) about how your family can prepare for the storms! After having been through the April 27th, 2011 tornado outbreak this topic is very near and dear to our hearts.....
Have 3-5 days of nonperishable food. Remember to focus on foods that don't require cooking or water to prepare. Often times you will be without electricity for extended periods of time. Some good stockpiling options: tuna and canned chicken. Both have long expiration's and often have good coupons. I myself have a small stockpile of tuna. (Click here to see a little picture!) It's not my favorite food, but in a crunch, I'm going to learn to love it.
Stockpile high energy foods. Couponers will often see energy bar coupons. I personally don't like energy bars, but if they are extremely discounted, I buy them primarily because I know they have a very long shelf life AND because they are great in an emergency. One bar can keep me going for a long while. More good, cheap stockpile options are peanut butter and cereal/granola bars. They are high calorie and little space is required to store them.
Don't forget your vitamins. Walgreens and other major drugstores often do BOGO sales on vitamins and with coupons often the cost to get them is very, very low. Stock up on these and make sure your supply is healthy during hurricane season.
Special food needs. I'm a 29 year old male. I personally have no special food needs. If push came to shove, the 30 boxes of cat food might look really nice, BUT I have an 18 month old in my household. Cat food isn't going to fly with her LOL. She is eating normal food, but she still loves her bottle of milk. If we were faced with a disaster and she needed her milk, I would have no options. For that reason, I have three cans of powder based formula in the basement. I got them for free with coupons and formula checks. Remember not to forget your family members, including infants or the elderly, with special diets.
Water. In my household, we have four large jugs from Walmart that I believe are 10 gallons each. They aren't that expensive, but we feel it's necessary to help deal with any disaster. When we see a bottled water deal (often times in conjunction with Kool-aid or Crystal Light) we stock up! Water is something worth paying for!
Let there be light. If your home is left without electricity, you will need a way to see at night. Couponers are very aware that there are GREAT deals on batteries and candles. Glade often will put out great candle coupons that make them free every so often and they smell good! Battery deals are everywhere; you just have to pick the right time and store to buy! Stock up.
Gotta have gas. My wife and I just got an extra propane tank. We had a great rebate for it and decided it would be wise to always have access to some type of cooking surface if we lost power. Gas or fuel is an important resource in an emergency, but it's difficult to stockpile. Have the containers ready and try to fill up your car before the storm!
We believe it is best to have at least two weeks of food on hand. As we have seen from major disasters here in the United States, sometimes FEMA is slow to react. It is probably unlikely that a disaster would cut the food supply for that long, but having that stockpile would be a great relief. Canned foods are a great option for getting to the two weeks of food on hand if you aren't a serious couponer. Del Monte, and many other major brands, routinely have coupons that reduce the cost of canned items tremendously. I often get canned items for under $.05 each. Another option is to can items yourself! We have many WUCkies who do just that.
Dale Bader, a Broadcast Meteorologist with WAAY-TV in Huntsville Alabama, was kind enough to answer some of our questions about storm preparedness and what couponers (and non couponers) can do in the event something does happen!
Please note: Dale Bader and family were affected by the Alabama Tornado Outbreak this past April, 2011. His responses come his educational background, personal experience, and most importantly, from the heart!
Dale, I know you and your wife are couponer's, what do you personally do to prepare for a storm and soften the financial cost of that preparedness?
We always have non perishable items on hand. Soups and canned good items are important and can be cooked over an open fire if necessary. Cereal is another good item we stockpile that can be eaten dry if necessary and of course snacks for the kids. We also make sure to stock up on batteries as many as we can get our hands on. During the Tornado Outbreak, it was so hard to find batteries! Just when you think that you have enough, its NEVER enough! Please keep in mind that lots of flashlights and radios require C and D Batteries, which most people don’t keep on hand. During a disaster batteries and candles are at a premium!
What is your number one tip for people in disaster zones?
My number one tip is to have enough survival supplies to get you through 3-5 days without ANY electricity what so ever. Also remember, if you know a storm is coming, to fill your vehicles with gas. Can you believe that after the tornado, we waited 3 hours to fill up with gas? In addition, always have at least a gallon per person per day of water on hand. That means if you are a family of 4 and you are planning for 5 days, you will need 20 gallons of water. Make sure to have batteries on hand for your flashlights. Also, check into a nifty hand crank radio that has a USB port that can charge your cell phone.
Midland ER102 Emergency Radio
What should people do after a storm?
The number one thing is to stay calm. Try not to move too much among the damage. If your area isn't impacted directly, it's best to watch/listen to the news if you can. If you leave your home, you don't know how far you will be able to get. Help is coming, it's best to wait for the emergency personnel. If you are not directly affected, always remember that you can still lose power. Keep your freezer and refrigerators closed so that food stays cold. We would recommend turning them down to the coldest they can go before the storm hits if you know it's coming.
You have seen disasters, in your personal experience, what is one thing people need the most after a storm?
The one thing people need most is information. The hand crank radio I mentioned earlier is so important to get information. We lost power, even though our home wasn't impacted, for 5 days. No internet, no phone, no information except for one radio station. Communication is vital.
Hurricanes are scary but at least we know they are coming. Big storms are probably both exciting and scary for a meteorologist, what is one thing people would be surprised to learn about hurricane predictions?
I guess a lot of people still think that the forecast will be perfect. But when we make a forecast, we are giving an 'average' forecast of a larger scenario. That means that some people will not prepare because they are not in the forecast cone (when forecasting hurricanes). They think they won't be affected. So pay attention because forecasts are not perfect. They are an inexact science and often change rapidly.
Can you describe your personal experience with the tornadoes in NE Alabama and how that has changed your outlook on storm preparedness?
Being a meteorologist on staff during the event, we knew during that day it could end up the way it did, but we never envisioned it would. As the afternoon came, we broadcasted with a heavy heart knowing the outcome because of what we were seeing in SW Alabama. I was fearful being at work, because my family was in the path of the storm and the hardest part was that I was disconnected from them because the power was out. I still remember driving home in pitch black darkness, no power. One of the dangers when a disaster happens is you are not able to see the intersections while driving at night. I couldn't see the stoplights. Accidents can happen easily because people can't see the intersections and run right through them. On a more personal note, we are now saving for a permanent generator and we have recently purchased a portable generator so that you have some basic comforts. Also make sure you have enough of the right size batteries; we had batteries during the tornadoes but they weren't the right size! We also now always make sure to have our emergency stockpile ready to go and always replenish it.
One of the last things I would suggest, is to stay aware of severe weather. A few options are a weather radio, or a new service which many meteorologist are now recommending. One is called Saf-T-Net and another called WeatherCall. They call either your land line or cell phone if severe weather is approaching even at night. Our power went out in Alabama and emergency sirens did not sound after the power failed. The only way to get warnings after the weather radio station lost power were the phone services, so many meteorologist now recommend these services. Many of these services are now even smarter and track your location via GPS to give you live warnings.
To learn more about these services visit Baron Services here.
We want to thank Dale for his time and if you would like to learn more about Dale check out his blog here!He also has a facebook page here. His wife Jennifer runs a deal/coupon blog called the Coupon Centsation (stop over and say hi)
The national hurricane center has some excellent recommendations and we advise anyone in affected hurricane zones to check it out: Be Prepared
*NEW* Jimmy Dean Sausage Bowls Printable Coupon
Hungry??? My kids are always looking for something different to have at breakfast~ We LOVE Jimmy Dean Breakfast Bowls, but will ONLY buy them when I have a coupon!
Here's a NEW coupon for you:
$.75 off any Jimmy Dean Sausage Bowl Product
* Found using zipcode 77477
Thursday, March 1, 2012
*NEW* Starbucks Coffee Printable Coupon
Starbucks coffee, by far our all time favorite has a NEW printable coupon!
$1.50 off any package of Starbucks Coffee
While going to Starbucks is NICE, we LOVE using our Keurig and can make GREAT coffee from home!
Couponing 101 with the Couponcentsation: Get The Biggest Bang From Your Coupons, Be Organized (Part 2)
Last class, we discussed getting organized and its importance. We also discussed the basic organization many of us began doing, Categorical Organization. Today, we take a step further but based still on Categorical Organization.
Once you begin clipping and organizing your coupons by category you may find that simply paper clipping them or filing them in a coupon organizer or recipe card holder doesn't work well for you. If this is true, it is probably because you cannot easily see the coupons that you have. This was my case and was the reason why I began using a coupon binder.
Simply, a coupon binder is similar to a baseball card holder with numerous clear sheet protectors that have individual pockets for individual coupons. They also normally have dividers so you can divide your binder into categorical divisions. With a binder, you can easily see the coupons you have per category. Simply flip through your binder and find the one(s) you need and you are ready to go.
**NEW COUPON** Save $0.50 on New Comet Stainless Steel Cleaner
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NEW: Save $1/3 General Mills Cereals
Get Your FREE Publix Coupon Booklet for April: Over $57 in Savings
Publix shoppers, make sure you are registered in order to make sure you receive your FREE Publix Coupon booklet that will be coming for the month of April. Here are some of the coupons that will be found in the booklet:
- $1/2 Jell-o Brand Gelatin or Pudding Snacks
- $1/2 Chips Ahoy
- $1/1 Planters Peanuts
- $0.60/1 Bulls-Eye
- $0.75/1 Crystal Light
- $1/1 Cap'N Crunch Cereal
- FREE Puffs Item
- FREE Tide Stain Release
- FREE Freshmates
- FREE Febreeze AirEffects
- FREE Bounty Napkins
- $5/1 Pampers
*NEW* Palmolive Dish Soap Printable Coupon
Dish soap is one of those items that if you have the RIGHT coupons paired with a HOT sale that you can score for super cheap or even FREE! We have a few bottles in our stockpile!
Check out this NEW coupon:
$.50 off any Palmolive Dish Soap
* Please note that while this coupon has a Walmart logo that it is a Manufacturers coupon and can be used at any store.
*HOT* Pampers Diapers & Wipes Printable Coupons
WOW! So many of us have been waiting for diapers and wipes coupons! Here's your chance to print 3 NEW printable coupons for Pampers Diapers & Wipes~
$1.50 off any Pampers Cruisers or Baby Dry Diapers
$1.50 off any Pampers Swaddlers
$.75 off any package of Pampers Wipes
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
HOT!!!!! Synovate Is BACK!!!!! Earn Money Testing Products!!!
Not only do I make money shopping with coupons, but making money through survey companies is one of my favorite past times! By no means will you get rich on sampling products and reviewing them, but it never hurts to have a few $$$$$ in your pocket! When using Synovate Survey, you earn points and can redeem your points for CASH! After 10,000 points, you can cash it in for $10. Most of the surveys that I have taken are 250 points or more! So, it does not take long to START EARNING MONEY. This year, I plan on getting most of my kids Christmas gifts with $$$$ that I have earned through survey companies! Its amazing how little time it takes for what you get in return.I recommend survey groups as another way to get those great savings but I also recommend that if you decide to do the surveys you should use a separate email address. This will keep you main box decluttered and will help you to better participate in the surveys and earn those rewards.
Check out what one our readers shared with me about Synovate:
Its BACK!!!!!!!!!!!! Keebler Crackers & Cookies Printable Coupon
This morning, I have spent some time printing coupons for the end of the month! Be sure to check out this SUPER HOT coupon that I just scored!$1 off any 3 Keebler Products
* Found using zipcode 30303
I LOVE THE FACT THAT THIS COUPON CAN BE USED ON COOKIES AND CRACKERS/SNACKS!
**HOT** New Coupons for Gerber Graduates
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Stay Safe this Severe Weather Season: Have a Plan and a Safety Kit Learn What You Should Do and Need
Previous Post:
Tomorrow is the meteorological beginning of Spring but already we have seen several rounds of severe weather across portions of the nation. As we continue through the Spring severe weather occurrances will increase so I wanted to take this opportunity to help provide you with some ways to stay safe and to recommend to you a severe weather safety kit.
Storm Safety
Here are a few procedures you should take in the event of a tornado. This information was obtained from the National Weather Service. You can read their full safety guide for staying safe in all kinds of severe weather including thunderstorms, lightning, flooding and tornadoes here.
- Get below ground if at all possible or into a storm shelter/safe room
- If you can't get below ground and/or no safe room is available get into a small, windowless, interior room such as a hallway or closet on the lowest level of the building
- If you are outdoors, seek shelter immediately.
- If shelter is not easily available drive to nearest shelter
- While driving, if debris becomes present do one of the following:
- Pull over and park and stay in vehicle with seat belt on. Put your head down and cover with your arms and hands and a blanket if possible
- If you can get safely into a culvert or below the level of the roadway, exit your car and lie in that area and cover your head with your arms and hands
HOT HauteLook Deals to Watch For
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Today
Women
- Isabel Lu Blowout-Dresses & Blouses(prices beginning at $29 and remain under $100) Regular prices: $120-$335
- LEILA Blowlout-Great Jewelry (prices beginning at $19) regular prices: $65-$135
- Jean-Michelle Cosmetics (as low as $3.50)
- London Fog Trench Coats (as low as $69)
- Oscar de la Renta Sunglasses (as low as $85)
Men
- Steel Watch Event (as low as $157)
- John Lennon Clothing (just $34)
- Lennon & McCartney Clothing (just $34)
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
*NEW* Lipton Green Tea Printable coupon
Wow, the NEW coupons just keep coming! We still have plenty of Lipton Tea in our stockpile, but I just had to share this NEW coupon:
$.75 off any Box of Lipton Green Tea
*NEW* Silk Milk or Almond Milk
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Its the end of the month and we are already seeing NEW coupons~
Check out this one for Silk Milk:
$.55 off your next purchase of Silk Milk or Almond Milk
*NEW* Silk Fruit and Protein Printable Coupon
Yum~ I have seen this Silk Fruit and Protein in the stores before but have NEVER tried it~
I am super excited about this NEW coupon and will definitely be adding it to my shopping list!
Check it out:
$1 off Silk Fruit & Protein
NEW COUPON: Save $1.50 on SPAM
Dannon Activia Yogurt 4-pack Just $0.33
Check out the other AWESOME deals in the Publix Ad Match Up
Johnson's Baby Lotion Just $1.38 or Save $2.50 on Desitin
You can combine this coupon with one of the following printable coupons and get a good deal.
Birds Eye Voila Just $0.90 a Bag!
WOW!
Print Your Coupon and be ready to grab up this deal!
Hamburger Helper Just $0.60 Each!
- Buy 4 Boxes at $1.00 each
Use both printable and Target printable coupons (where applicable) = as low as $0.60 each
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