Bloom and Harris Teeter SCORE!

It's been a long time since I have posted! I'm trying to get back into the game again and I think today's shopping trip gave me the boost I needed. I was able to purchase all of this for just $68.05!!

This does not include the 2 packs of Gatorade in the garage. I saved a TON of money by taking advantage of the triple coupon deal at Bloom and the double coupon deal at HT.

CVS Deals

Here's how I did:

Trans #1:
One AccuChek Monitor $9.99
Used $2/$10 Q
Spent: $8.39
Got back $9.99 ECB's


Trans #2:
6 bottles Suave kids shampoo $12.00
Used 3 $1/2 Q's
1 Nice & Easy hair color $5.99
Used $2/1 Q
Used $9.99 ECB's
Spent: $3.15
Got back $4.00 ECB's

Trans #3: (Hubby's CVS card)
1 AccuChek Monitor $9.99
Spent $10.49
Got back $9.99 ECB's

Next CVS (up the street)

Trans #1:
4 Suave Kids Shampoos $8.00
2 Suave Hairsprays $4.00
Used 2 $2/3 Q's
Used $4.00 ECB's
Spent: $4.40
Got back $4.00 ECB's

Trans #2:
1 CoverGirl AmazeMint Lip Gloss $5.99
2 Colgate tooth paste
Used 2 $1/1 Q's for toothpaste
Used $9.99 ECB's
Spent: 10 cents
Got back: $5.99 ECB's

Trans #3:
2 Febreeze Noticeables Starter Kits $6.99 each
Used 2 $5/1 Q's
Used $4.00 ECB's
Spent: 48 cents

How do you think I did? I could have probably worked them a little better, but I'm doing my best!! I'm just happy to know that we have enough shampoo for the kids to get through the next 5 months!

Why I Love Thrift Stores

Today, I made a quick stop at the local thrift shop in my town. I love this place - they have SO much to choose from, it's well organized, and the prices are right.
My little one found a cash register complete with paper money and change for $2.90. I found this:


It's a large ceramic pumpkin with a large 4 wick candle inside. I didn't even realize that it once held a candle - I just thought it would be cute for fall decor. I took my find home and washed it. When I turned it over I couldn't believe my eyes - $75.00!!! Who in their right mind would pay $75 for a candle??
It was also signed on one side so I decided to do a little research. Turns out it was a candle that was carried by Bath and Body Works last year and was extremely popular (I still can't believe anyone can pay that kind of money for a candle...)

My price? $6.90. Yeah, baby.

FREE COUPONIZER!!!

She’s at it again! Frugal Mommy of 2 Girls has another AWESOME giveaway – this time it’s a Couponizer! This is a great coupon organizing system that can help you get all of your coupons and store cards in order, thus helping you to stretch those dollars even more! She is also including a copy of Greatest Secrets of the Coupon Mom by Stephanie Nelson. This book is very handy in helping you become a smarter shopper!

If you are interested in this treat, rush over to http://www.frugalmommyof2girls.blogspot.com/ and leave a comment with your email address and a hot tip on saving money.

check out the Couponizer's site to learn more about this product:
http://www.thecouponizer.com/