Saving $$$ in Suburbia

Another Build a Bear Contest - win a gift card!

2008-12-22T06:49:00.000-08:00

There is another opportunity to win a Build a Bear gift card. This would be a great way to visit Build a Bear without spending a lot of $$$.

Enter the contest here at Something Snappy

Build a Bear Gift Card contest

2008-12-19T11:15:00.000-08:00

I think my twins would love to visit Build a Bear. The cost of building two bears has made me want to avoid Build a Bear! I came across this contest to win a gift card to Build a Bear...this could be great way to visit without spending too many $$$.

Enter the contest here

CVS week of 10/26

2008-10-28T18:05:00.001-07:00

I needed to buy Zyrtec and Benadryl this week...great week for a $10.oo ECB for Medicine.

Transation #1:

3 Boxes of Puffs for $1.50 each
4 Soy Joy for $1.00 each *** my CVS would not accept any coupons with this deal)
1 Zyrtec for $12.00
1 Benadryl for $6.00
1 Cortaid Cream for $3.99

-$1.00 Puffs Tissues
-$1.00 Benadryl
-$2.00 Zyrtec
-$5.00 of $25.00
-$10.00 ECB

$11.49 OOP
Earned $4.00 ECB for SoyJoy $1.00 for Cortaid

Transaction #2:

1 Theraflu Warming Relief at $6.00

-$2.00 Theraflu coupon

$4.00 OOP (FREE after Rebate)
Earned $10.00 ECB and $4.00 from rebate offer for Theraflu

Total earned $19.00 in ECB/Rebate

CVS Savings on Huggies (OOP $5.98)

2008-10-19T16:41:00.000-07:00

I used two high value ECB's today to get 3 packages of Huggies diapers for $5.98 OOP...

Transaction #1:

3 Huggies Supreme Jumbo at $9.99 each (I have twins)

(2) - $1.00 coupon for Huggies
- $10.00 ECB
-$11.99 ECB

Total OOP = $5.98

Received $10.00 ECB for Diapers!!!

Transaction #2:

1 - Listerine Whitening Pen at $9.99
1- Listerine Agent Rinse at $4.49
1- Pumpkin Pail at .99cents
1- Glow Stick at .99 cents
1 Schick Razors 8 count - $12.99
1-Schick Razors 8 count - $6.49 (50% off)

-$1.00 coupon Listerine Agent
-$3.00 coupon Listerine Pen
-$3.00 ECB
-$3.00 ECB
-$12.99 Coupon Schick Razors (Buy 1 get 1 Free - cashier took off the full price item!!!)

Total $13.95 OOP ($3.95 after ECB's)

received $ $10.00 in ECB's

Great CVS Day!

Free Pert Shampo at Shoprite!!!

2008-10-18T05:35:00.000-07:00

Pert Plus shampoo will be free at Shoprite this week with combining the $2/1 coupon in this Sunday's inserts.

Great Ways to Save $$$ buying organic foods

2008-10-16T09:49:00.000-07:00

There is a great article on Money Saving Mom about saving money on organic/natural foods.

Dunkin Donuts Lattes .99 cents every afternoon

2008-10-03T17:08:00.000-07:00

Get to Dunkin' and reward yourself with an authentic latte for only 99¢.* That's right--weekdays from 2-5 p.m. indulge in your favorite flavors like Mocha and Caramel. And for a limited time, sip up a spicy Pumpkin Latte. It's everything you demand of a latte without the hassle or high price. Offer ends 11/11/08.

Join First Taste from Kraft

2008-10-03T16:53:00.001-07:00

I stumbled upon this from Money Saving Mom's blog. I just signed up...

Join Kraft First Taste to have the opportunity to try new Kraft products

Free Little People DVD with purchase

2008-10-03T14:04:00.001-07:00

Get a free DVD when you buy Little People products. Visit Fisher-Price for more information.

Saving at CVS 9/21 to 9/27 (with an unfortunate incident)

2008-09-23T10:32:00.000-07:00

I visited CVS this week to purchase Huggies diapers. I have twins so I had to purchase two packs of diapers to get the $10.00 ECB. To see a list of this week's deals at CVS visit Slick Deals.

Transaction #1

1 -Huggies Diapers at $ 15.00
1- Loreal Advanced Revitalist at $11.99

-$ 1.00 Huggies coupon
-$2.00 ECB
-$5.99 ECB

total $18.18 OOP
earned $11.99 ECB
and $2/10 coupon

Transaction #2 (a mistake that cost me $2.00)

1- Huggies Diapers at $15.00
1- Crest Pro-Heath toothpaste at $2.99
1- Loreal Bare Naturals eyeshadow at $7.99
10 Soy Joy Bars at 10/$5.00

***As I was reaching over to give cashier my coupon for SoyJoy ($2.00/10) , it fell between the small crack next to the cash register table and I couldn't reach it. There was a long line and I didn't feel like making a big deal so this transaction actually could have been better! I'll be more careful next time.

-$1.00 Crest Pro-Health
-$1.00 Bare Naturale Loreal
-$1.00 Huggies
-$3.00 ECB
-$3.00 ECB
-$10.00 ECB

total $12.73 OOP
EARNED:
$10.00 ECB for Huggies
$3.00 ECB on Loreal
$2.00 ECB on Crest
$2/10 coupon

Total spent was $30.91 earned $27.00!

Toys R Us Geoffrey's Birthday Party!!

2008-09-22T05:56:00.000-07:00

Toys R' Us is having a party for Geoffrey's Birthday on Saturday, Sept 27th from 12-3pm. There will be fun hat parades, great activities and FREE gifts. There is also alot of great toys for Buy 2 get 1 free.

Save $$$ on Children's Tylenol or Motrin at A&P

2008-09-20T17:45:00.000-07:00

There is a great deal this week at A&P to stock up on Children's Tylenol or Motrin if you have the coupon from Sunday 9/14 on Children's Tylenol/Motrin ($3.00/3 or $2.00/2). Children's Tylenol and Motrin are on sale for $4.99 each. If you buy 3 at A&P there is a coupon printed in the circular for $5.00 off and then combine with the $3.00 off 3 and it will cost you $7.00 for 3!

FREE Scrubbing Bubbles Action Scrubber

2008-09-18T17:14:00.000-07:00

There will be a great coupons from Scrubbing Bubbles in this Sunday's paper (9/21). There will be a coupon to receive a FREE Scrubbing Bubbles Action scrubber kit (rebate). I currently am using the Scrubbing Bubbles Action Scrubber and it is great for quick cleaning of the bath and shower.

Saving $$$ at A & P Supermarket

2008-09-14T17:11:00.000-07:00

I happen to live near A &P supermarkets. There are 3 of these markets within 10 miles of my home. I don't think A&P is the cheapest supermarket, but sometimes we have to go with what is available in our area. I always recommend signing up for a supermarket's bonus card. A&P is one that offers a bonus card. They also take coupons from other supermarket chains and they DOUBLE coupons (no internet coupons ). I didn't really need a lot of things this week, but I still did well combining coupons with sale items. I spent $64.83 - my original total was $105.38.
The highlights were...

2 BabyBell cheeses for 99 cents each.
3 boxes for Quaker Instant Oatmeal for less than $4.00 total.
Capri Sun juices for $1.50.
2 Fiber One bars for $1.50 each

A good day at A&P!

Free Kashi Cookie - Oatmeal Dark Chocolate

2008-09-13T10:26:00.000-07:00

Kashi is giving away a free Oatmeal Dark Chocolate cookie here. Yum...I wish it was already here!!!

Win Free Clinique 3 Step Skin Care System

2008-09-13T09:45:00.000-07:00

Clinique is found at many department stores in the area. They are having a great giveaway online. 30 sets of their 3 Step Skin Care System will be given away everyday. Even if you don't win - the simple survey will tell you what 3-step products are good for you to buy the next time you visit Clinique. Visit Macy's Beauty to enter.

Saving $$$ at CVS week of 9/7

2008-09-09T11:02:00.000-07:00

I had to use some CVS ECB's that were expiring this week.

purchased on Sunday...

1 Revlon Nail Polish at $3.99
2 Aussie Hair Products at $2.49 each
1 Loreal Skin Genesis at $ 5.99
1 Renuzuit Triscents at $7.99

coupons used:
- $2.00/2 Aussie
-$4.00 - Triscents
-$15.00 in ECBs

OOP: $2.07
ECBs earned $14.00
total saved today $30.00

Saving $$$ at CVS

2008-09-06T12:45:00.000-07:00

This week is the second time I have visited CVS using coupons and my Extra Care Bucks (ECB). To learn more about "CVSing" visit Money Saving Mom to learn CVS 101.

Here is my transaction today:

1st Transaction:
Aveeno facial cremes (2) at $13.99
Tide (I needed it and they didn't have the one I had a coupon for) at $5.49
Bounty Paper Towels(8) at $6.49

used: Aveeno coupons for -$2.00
Aveeno coupon for -$1.00
J and J coupon for - $1.00
Bounty paper towel -$1.00
ECB -5.79
ECB -2.00
CVS -2.00/10

OOP: 26.68
Earned $10.00 ECB

2nd Transaction:
Claritin 24D at $8.99
Covergirl Wetslik at $5.99

used: Claritin coupon -$2.00
ECB -$5.00

OOP: 8.04
Earned $6.99 ECB

Total saved today = $41.79

Saving $$$ with Ice Cream

2008-09-04T17:23:00.000-07:00

I love ice cream in the summer. It is always a hit with kids as well. I found two great ways to save some dollars while eating ice cream! Check these out...

Carvel - Carvel Ice Cream is having customer appreciation day on Sept. 20th (Sat) from 12-5. Visit Carvel and you can get a fee lil rounder ice cream sandwich for free just for coming in! They will also be having small soft serve cones for 59 cents. Find Carvel locations here.

Cold Stone Creamery is having the world's largest ice cream social on Sept. 25 (Thurs) from 5-8pm. Everyone who visits will help support Make A Wish foundation. You will receive a free Make A Wish Creation (two choices) Jack's or Emily's creations (3 oz - Like It size). A donation is recommended. Find Cold Stone locations here.

Saving $$$ visiting Outlet malls

2008-08-31T18:10:00.000-07:00

While on vacation last week, I visited the outlets in Rehoboth Beach, DE. I went to the QVC outlet store and they were having an amazing sale. I was able to purchase clothes totaling $112.00 and with a 70% discount - I paid $37.00. This shopping trip made me want to visit more outlets near the NYC area. Here are some great outlet shopping nearby...

***Woodbury Common Premium Outlets - Central Valley, NY

***Tanger Outlets - Riverhead and Deer Park (Long Island) and Westbrook, CT

Jersey Gardens - Elizabeth, NJ

Atlantic City Outlets: The Walk

***If you are a member of AAA - get additional savings with a free coupon book. Visit the information desk at these outlets.

Walmart Free Samples

2008-08-21T18:52:00.000-07:00

We all know Walmart is a great place for saving $$$, and it is even better when Walmart sends you free samples. In the mail today I received a free sample of Orville Redenbacker's new caramel rice cakes. To see what free samples are available.... go to the free sample link at Walmart.com.

RiteAid Saving $$$

2008-08-17T18:48:00.000-07:00

RiteAid is a great drugstore chain to save $$$ with manufacturer coupons, RiteAid coupons and Single Check Rebates. I visited my local store today and purchased 19 items and paid less than $20.00 with tax. I noticed the Rite Aid coupon circular next to the sale circular. I also looked at the single check rebates to see what would give me the best discounts. I will be getting a rebate check in the mail in about 3 weeks for a free Crest toothpaste I purchased today - a good way to save.

Save $$$ with Oprah's reading list for kids

2008-08-15T10:35:00.000-07:00

I visit my local library often to borrow books, dvds, and music cds for myself and for my family. The library is a great local resource to use, and ( if you return your materials on time) it is also FREE.
Oprah has published a list of NEW kids books for infants- 12 and up. Take a look at the list here and get to the library.

***If you live in the NYC suburbs - check out these web sites to find your local library. Also, see what events are going on - most are free or very inexpensive.

Westchester Library System

Connecticut Public Library Directory

Ramapo/Catskill Library Region (Rockland/Orange)

Mid-Hudson Library System (Putnam/Dutchess)

FREE Barnes and Noble Gift Card with purchase

2008-08-13T16:42:00.000-07:00

I am always buying natural and healthy products for my family, even if the prices are a bit higher. The Hain Celestial group is offering a FREE Barnes and Noble gift card when you purchase $10.00-$20.00 of their participating products. It is so easy to spend $10.00 in organic/natural foods. Check out this link for more information. What a great way to give our family healthy foods and buy some books as well.

Saving $$$ at Old Navy

2008-08-13T11:30:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I went shopping at the Danbury Fair Mall in Danbury, CT. I happened to arrive in Old Navy to find a clearance sale for kids. The sale was 50% off the clearance price. I picked up 3 shirts and one pair of shorts for my twins for next summer. I paid $ 8.77 for four items of clothing...I think that averages to $2.25 each. A good deal in suburbia - get to your local Old Navy store (The sale is only in the kids section. )