Whole Foods: $5 for a dozen Roses!

This is not exactly a "needed" item.  But, it's a great deal.   Get a dozen roses for only $5 bucks!
The sale is good October 27 - November 9.

I know that the Franklin TN store is doing this, I'm not sure of the others.

Facebook Deal: Food Should Taste Good FREE Coupon

Go the Food Should Taste Good's Facebook Page and request a coupon for a FREE bag of their chips.

These chips are a favorite at my house, so I'm really excited for a free bag!

Old Navy: 50% Off Outerwear Coupon

Go to Old Navy's Facebook Page and get a coupon good for 50% off any outerwear item.

The coupon is good for 10/26 - 10/28.  But the coupon is only available to print through Sunday, October 24.

Blockbuster Express: BOGO Code

Looking for some scary movies this weekend?   Use code :  HLLWN2  for a Buy One Get One Free.

The code is good through October 24.

Have a Great Weekend

Nashville Flea Market: Biggest One of the Year!

The biggest   Nashville Flea Market  of the year is this Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Friday 8am-5pm
Saturday 7am-6pm
Sunday 7am-4pm

Admission is Free, parking is $4.00.

Happy Treasure Hunting!

Walgreens: FREE 8x 10 Photo Collage & $10 off $20 Photo Purchase

Right now you can get a free 8x10 Photo Collage at Walgreens.   Just use code: 8x10TREAT

You can also use code ALLPHOTO to get $10 off a $20 photo purchase.

I love these free deals, I use them for special occasion photos, like First Day of Kindergarten or Halloween.

The deal is good through Saturday, October 23.



Aldi Produce Deals



A few points about Aldi:

1.) Bring your own bags, or purchase them for .10 ea at the register.
2.) Must deposit a quarter to use a shopping cart (you get it back when you return the cart)
3.) Aldi does not accept credit cards. But they do accept debit cards, check, and cash.
4.) Aldi does not accept coupons.
5.) Most products are house brands


Sale runs Wednesday October 20 - Tuesday, October 26

Avocados
Sale Price: .49 ea

Roma Tomatoes - 20 oz pack
Sale Price: .99 ea

Mushrooms, 8 oz pack
Sale Price: .69 ea

Green Peppers, 3-pk
Sale Price: .99
* this is a great deal, I buy a few packs and chop and freeze for later use.

Other Items worth a mention:

Italian Style Diced Tomatoes 14.5 oz
Sale Price: .49 ea

Ricotta Cheese
Sale Price: $1.69

Priano Filled Italian Pasta
Mushroom, Cheese Ravioli, or Potato Gnocchi
Sale Price: $1.69

Kohls: $10 off $20 Coupon

If you plan to do some shopping this week or weekend, check the front of your Tennessean today!  There is a $10 off $20 coupon on the front of today's paper.  The coupon is good for anything in the store, including sale and clearance merchandise!    It's valid Wednesday, October 20 - Saturday October 30.

Happy Shopping!

My Kroger Shopping List 10/17-10/23

I have so much going on right now, and fortunately, I'm pretty stock up so my list is short and sweet this week.  There is a Frozen Foods Mega event going on, buy 10 participating items, get $5 instantly off your order.  I personally did not see anything at a great price, but give their ad a look, you might find something you use or like!   There is also a 10 for 10 sale going on, meaning each item is a dollar, you do not have to buy 10 item to get the sale price on a 10 for 10 sale, unlike a  Mega Event (i.e. frozen food mega event)

A few points about Kroger:

1.) Use your Kroger Plus card to get the sale prices. The card is free at customer service

2.) Kroger will double coupons valued at .50 cents or less

3.) Some Krogers will accept competitor coupons, check with your store.

4.) There are e-coupons that you load onto your Kroger card. Go to cellfire, shortcuts, and Kroger.com

5.) You can use an e-coupon and a paper coupon on the same item

Kroger Mini Carrots, 16 oz
Sale Price: $1 ea

Kroger Sweet Yellow Onions, 2 lb bag
Sale Price: $1.50

Cabbage
Sale Price: $.48/lb


ORGANIC and NATURAL
Organic Gala Apples
Sale Price $1.68/lb

Organic Russet Potatoes, 3-lb bag
Sale Price: $1.68


Kangaroo Pita Pockets 6-pack
Sale Price: $1.00

Kroger Bagels
Sale Price: $1.00

Del Monte Canned Fruit
Sale Price: $1.00
- $1/5 Del Monte Product 9/19 RP
= .80 ea

Crest Toothpaste
Sale Price: $1.00
- .50/1 P&G 9/26 insert
= FREE

Sunday Coupon Preview

Check out Sunday Coupon Preview for the coupons that we are expected to get this week in Sunday's paper.   I personally am excited about the organic sugar and the Pedigree Dog food.


Remember that coupon inserts vary widely from region to region.  To get the most coupons, you should purchase the largest circulated paper in your area.  For the locals, that is The Tennessean.

The Tennessean can be purchased for less right now at HG Hills for .99 - $1.19 (depending on the store apparently - I learned the hard way last week).   And Kroger sells the Sunday paper, on Monday for a dollar.

Free Sears Gift Cards for Military Families

Here's a program I  just heard about: 

Heroes at Home: Gift Cards for Military from Sears


To sign up, visit the Sears website for all details and information. This program opens on October 13, 2010 at 9 am CST and closes on October 15, 2010 at 6pm 2010. Sign up now because this doesn’t last long. The Sears website will experience delays because of the high traffic from this deal. Don’t give up, keep trying and eventually the page will load.

You are eligible for this program if you are on active duty between October 13, 2010 and December 31, 2010 in the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard or Reserves.

Aldi Produce Deals 10/13-10/19



A few points about Aldi:

1.) Bring your own bags, or purchase them for .10 ea at the register.
2.) Must deposit a quarter to use a shopping cart (you get it back when you return the cart)
3.) Aldi does not accept credit cards. But they do accept debit cards, check, and cash.
4.) Aldi does not accept coupons.
5.) Most products are house brands

Produce Deals:

Red Delicious Apples 3 lb bag
Sale Price: $1.49

Pears, 28 oz pack
Sale Price: .99

Red Grapes 2 lb pack
$1.98

Pumpkins
Sale Price: $1.99 each

Caramel Apples 3pk
.99

Other deals worth noting:

Fit & Active Yogurt, 6 oz cups
.37 ea

Fit & Active Yogurt, 32 oz carton
$1.59 ea

My Publix Shopping List 10/13-10/19

Not a big list this week for me, but I am excited about the FREE Progresso Bread crumbs

A few points about Publix:

1.) They will double coupons .50 cents and less.
2.) BOGO items ring up at half price, and you only have to buy one item to get the discount.
3.) You can use a coupon on each BOGO item.
4.) Most Publix will accept competitor coupons, check with your store to see who they consider a competitor.
5.) You can stack a Manuf. coupon with a Publix coupon or competitor coupon for additional savings
BOGO Items (the price listed is the price for one item, 50% off)

Eight O'Clock Coffee
Sale Price: $2.85
- $2/2 Printable
= $1.85 ea

Green Giant Steamers
Sale Price: $1.20
- .50/1  Printable  OR
.50/2  10/3  or 9/26  GM insert

Mueller's Pasta
Sale Price: .65

Zatarains New Orleans Style Mix 5.2 oz - 8 oz box
Sale Price:  $1.00 ea
- $1/2  RP 9/19
= .50 ea

Nestle Butterfinger Fun Size Bar or Crunch or Baby Ruth, or Assorted Baby Ruth, Butterfinger and Crunch, 21 to 24-oz bag,
Sale Price: $3.00
- $2/1 Printable  OR  $2.50/2 Printable
= $1 each or  $1.75 each (depending upon which coupon used)

Starburst Fruit Chews Candy or Gummiburst, Skittles, or Lifesaver Gummie Ring, 9.75 to 11.8 oz bag
Sale Price: $1.60
- $1/2 Printable,  Printableor RP 10/10
= $1.10 ea

Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks or Sunkist, Assorted Varieties, 4.5 to 9 oz box
Sale Price: $1.30
- $.50/2 Printable; OR
- .50/2  GM 10/3 Insert, GM 9/13 Insert
= .80 ea

Meow Mix Cat Food
Sale Price:  $2.45
- $1/1 RP 9/26
= $1.45 ea

Great Clips: Free Haircuts for a donation to Children's Hospital

The Middle Tennessee Great Clips is teaming up with Vanderbilt's Children's Hospital for free haircuts for adults and children.   Here's the scoop!

Wednesday, October 13

5pm - 9pm

All 49 Locations in middle Tennesseee

Get a free haircut in return for a minimum $5 donation to Vanderbilt Children's Hospital.

Sounds like a great deal to me!

Thriftsmart - 50% Off Entire Store - Today Only

In celebration of Columbus Day,  Thriftsmart is having a 50% off their entire inventory!  

If you have the day off,  this could be a great day to find a treasure bargain.

Blockbuster Express: FREE Movie code - Good for Monday Only

Get a FREE movie with Blockbuster Express today only with the following code:  MBBX2.

To find a Blockbuster near you, go here.

My Kroger Shopping List 10/10-10/17

Kroger is having their mega sale again this week, so I'm re-posting the deals I found last week.  And then adding the the other items I like this in this weeks ad.   Not an exciting week if you ask me!

A few points about Kroger:

1.) Use your Kroger Plus card to get the sale prices. The card is free at customer service

2.) Kroger will double coupons valued at .50 cents or less

3.) Some Krogers will accept competitor coupons, check with your store.

4.) There are e-coupons that you load onto your Kroger card. Go to cellfire, shortcuts, and Kroger.com

5.) You can use an e-coupon and a paper coupon on the same item

Mega Event Items (price shown is to reflect mega event discount)

Philadelphia Cream Cheese
Sale Price:  .99
- $5/5 Printable
= FREE

Green Giant Steamers
Sale Price: $1.49
- .50/1 Printable (no longer available)
- .50/2  GM insert 10/3
- .50/2  Cellfire & Shortcuts e-coupon (can use in addition to paper coupons)
= .24 or .49  depending upon coupons used.

Eggo Waffles
Sale Price: $1.49
- $1/2  Kroger Home Mailer
= .99 ea

Sister Schubert Rolls
Sale Price: $1.99
- .50/1  All You October Edition
= .99 ea

New  York Garlic Bread & Breadsticks
Sale Price: $1.99
- .50/1  All You October Edition, Woman's Day, Good Housekeeping
= .99 ea

Boca Meatless Products
Sale Price: $1.99
- $1/1 Printable
= .99 ea

Fuze 18 oz
Sale Price: .49 ea
- $1/2 All You October issue
= .FREE

Juicy Juice   8pk or 64 oz
Sale Price: $1.99
- $1/2  Printable  or Kroger Home Mailer
= $1.49

Nabisco Wheat Thins or Triscuits
Sale Price: $1.99
- $1/1 Wheat Thins Printable
- $1/1 Wheat Thins Crunch Stix ,  SS 9/19

Planters Dry Roasted Peanuts
Sale Price: $1.99
- $1/2  SS9/26
= $1.49 ea

Other (non-mega event items)

Organic Russet Potatoes 3lb bag
Sale Price: $1.68

Kroger canned tomatoes 14.6 oz
Sale Price: .66 ea

Naturally Preferred Organic Milk  1/2 gallon
Sale Price: $2.50 ea

Redbox: FREE Movie Code

Redbox has a FREE movie code out right now.   Try:  CHANCEMONOP

This code is part of a McDonald's Promotion, so it's possible that this code will only work at Redbox machines at McDonald's locations. 

Slim Fast Bars - Possible Money-Maker After Catalina

Currently, Kroger has a Catalina deal on Slim-Fast snack and meal bars. Buy 2, get $1.50 back. They are regular price around $3.49 a box. But, I found at 2 stores, that some of the snack size bars (100 calorie bars) are on close-out for $1.99. And there are $1.50 off 1 coupons available right now.

Here's the scenario.
Purchase 2 boxes Slim-Fast Snack Bars at $1.99 ea
- Use: (2) $1.50/1 . coupon
Pay: .98 for 2 boxes
Receive $1.50 off your next order

Note: The second time I did this transaction, I also received another catalina for $3 off 2 boxes of Slim-Fast Bars.

Halloween Costumes & coupons at Buycostumes.com

Looking for a cool Halloween costume? Check out the huge selection of Halloween costumes, decorations, and more at buycostumes.com

And use these coupon codes for more discounts:

VAMP10 - 10% off Any Order

Skull20 - $20 off $100 or more

MAD10 - 10% off $40 or more

bogo20 - Buy One Get One 20% off
Click Here

Old Navy: $16 Jackets - Saturday Only

If you're  looking for a new jacket and a good deal, this ones for you!

This Saturday, October 9.  Old Navy will be selling jackets for men, women and children for only $16 bucks each!    

Make sure you hit up Old Navy's Facebook page first for coupons that will make the deal even better!

Sunday Coupon Preview

This week, we're expecting 3 coupon inserts.  1 Redplum, 1 Smartsource and 1 P&G insert.  Go here to see the coupons expected in each insert.

Coupons vary widely from region to region.  In order to get the largest number of coupons, you should purchase the largest circulated paper in your area.  For the locals, that is the Tennessean.

You can purchase cheap papers for .99 cents at  HG Hills right now and I've been told the Dollar Tree sells them for $1 on Sundays.

Kroger will sell the Sunday paper on Monday for $1.

Rite Aid - FREE 8 x 10

I don't talk about Rite-Aid on this blog, because there is not one near me and so I don't shop there on a regular basis.  Once in a while if I'm near one, I stop and scope out some deals.

This week, I may just have to get to one, because I'm really into getting pictures printed for free or cheap right now.

Starting tomorrow and through Sunday, October 10 you can use this coupon to get a FREE 8 x 10 or  two 5 x 7 photos.  No purchase necessary.

$1 off Coupon for Idahoan Potatoes

Right now, if you "like" Idahoan potatoes on Facebook.  You can get a $1 off 1 printable coupon.   This could make for some free potatoes if you match the coupon with a sale.

Chuck E Cheese Coupons

If you have little kids, you've probably experienced Chuck E Cheese.  And you know it can get kind of expensive.    Chuck E Cheese puts out coupons quite frequently.  They're in the Sunday paper probably every other week.  But I received these coupons that might offer a better deal.  

You can get coupons emailed to you by signing up on the Chuck E Cheese website.

Have Fun!

Ladies of Charity Consignment Sale starts Friday!

The  Ladies of Charity Consignment sale is one of my favorites, because they have stuff for adults too!

They hold their sales twice a year.  This time, it's clothing for women, men and children.   I've gotten some great deals in the past.

Sale starts Friday, October 8 at 10 am and  runs through November 13.

Monday - Saturday

10 am - 5pm

2216 State Street

Nashville TN 37203

(across from Jimmy Kelly's)

*HOT* 50% off any Martha Stewart Craft Item at Micheals - Get it today!

Go here now and print a 50% off any Martha Stewart craft item at Micheals coupon.   This is an Oprah Promotion.   I love Oprah!  I'm going to miss her when her show is gone next year.

The coupon is only available today till midnight and is good until October 16.

My Publix Shopping List 10/6 - 10/12

Not a big list this week for me, but I am excited about the FREE Progresso Bread crumbs
A few points about Publix:
1.) They will double coupons .50 cents and less.
2.) BOGO items ring up at half price, and you only have to buy one item to get the discount.
3.) You can use a coupon on each BOGO item.
4.) Most Publix will accept competitor coupons, check with your store to see who they consider a competitor.
5.) You can stack a Manuf. coupon with a Publix coupon or competitor coupon for additional savings


BOGO Items (the price listed is the price for one item, 50% off)

Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing
Sale Price:  $1.70
- $2/1 Farmhouse Originals  Printable  & Printable
= FREE

Hunts 100% Natural Tomatoes 14.5 oz
Sale Price:  .70
- .45/3   SS 10/3
=.40 ea

Ronzoni Pasta
Sale Price:  .70
-.55/1 Printable
= .15 ea

Progresso Bread Crumbs
Sale Price: .92 ea
- .50/1  Printable
= FREE  if coupon doubled

Planters Peanuts
Sale Price: $1.55
- $1/2   SS 9/26
= $1.05

Resolve Spray n Wash
Sale Price:  $1.50
- .50/1  SS 9/12
= .50 ea

Lysol Disenfectant
Sale Price: $1.35
- .50/1 Printable
= .35 ea


Other Items (non-BOGO)

Produce:

Yellow Squash   .99/lb
Zucchini  .99/lb
Green Beans .99/lb
Egg Plant  .99/lb
Canteloupe  $2.00 ea

Grocery:

Campbells Chunky Soup
Sale Price: $1.29
- .50/1  Printable
= .29 ea

Aldi Produce Deals 10/6 - 10/12

A few points about Aldi:

1.) Bring your own bags, or purchase them for .10 ea at the register.
2.) Must deposit a quarter to use a shopping cart (you get it back when you return the cart)
3.) Aldi does not accept credit cards. But they do accept debit cards, check, and cash.
4.) Aldi does not accept coupons.
5.) Most products are house brands

Here are this weeks deals:

Tomatoes (3-pk) .99

Potatoes 10lb bag - $1.99

Pumpkins $1.99 ea

Caramel Apples (3-pk) .99

A few other deals worth a mention:

Happy Harvest Tomato Sauce 8 oz
Price: .25 ea

Chili Style Diced Tomatoes 14.5 oz
Price: .49 ea

Dakota's Pride Chili, Kidney or Black Beans 15.5 oz
Price: .55 ea

Happy Harvest Stewed or diced Tomatoes
Price: .49 ea

Big Lots: 20% Off Coupon

Starting Wednesday, October 6 through October 9, you can use this coupon to get 20% off your entire purchase.

If you are not a Buzz Club member, sign up here.  It's free.

My Kroger Shopping List 10/3/10-10/9/10

Big week at Kroger as they are having another Mega Event.  Buy 10 participating items, receive $5.00 off your order.

A few points about Kroger:

1.) Use your Kroger Plus card to get the sale prices. The card is free at customer service

2.) Kroger will double coupons valued at .50 cents or less

3.) Some Krogers will accept competitor coupons, check with your store.

4.) There are e-coupons that you load onto your Kroger card. Go to cellfire, shortcuts, and Kroger.com

5.) You can use an e-coupon and a paper coupon on the same item

Mega Event Items (price shown is to reflect mega event discount)

Philadelphia Cream Cheese
Sale Price:  .99
- $5/5 Printable
= FREE

Green Giant Steamers
Sale Price: $1.49
- .50/1 Printable (no longer available)
- .50/2  GM insert 10/3
- .50/2  Cellfire & Shortcuts e-coupon (can use in addition to paper coupons)
= .24 or .49  depending upon coupons used.

Eggo Waffles
Sale Price: $1.49
- $1/2  Kroger Home Mailer
= .99 ea

Sister Schubert Rolls
Sale Price: $1.99
- .50/1  All You October Edition
= .99 ea

New  York Garlic Bread & Breadsticks
Sale Price: $1.99
- .50/1  All You October Edition, Woman's Day, Good Housekeeping
= .99 ea

Boca Meatless Products
Sale Price: $1.99
- $1/1 Printable
= .99 ea

Fuze 18 oz
Sale Price: .49 ea
- $1/2 All You October issue
= .FREE

Juicy Juice   8pk or 64 oz
Sale Price: $1.99
- $1/2  Printable  or Kroger Home Mailer
= $1.49

Nabisco Wheat Thins or Triscuits
Sale Price: $1.99
- $1/1 Wheat Thins Printable
- $1/1 Wheat Thins Crunch Stix ,  SS 9/19

Planters Dry Roasted Peanuts
Sale Price: $1.99
- $1/2  SS9/26
= $1.49 ea

Other Items (not part of Mega Event)

Meat  (yes!  I actually bought meat this week)

Laura's Lean Beef
25% off

All-natural Harvestland Chicken
25% off

Produce
Organic Grapes (white)
Sale Price:  1.98/lb

Organic  Gala Apples
$1.28/lb

Almonds  1 lb
$2.99

Kroger Jumbo Russett Potatoes  8lb bag
Sale Price: $2.99

Dairy
Horizon Organic Milk  1/2 Gallon
Sale Price:  $2.99
- .55/1  Printable
= $2.44 ea

FREE Advil

Go here to sign up for a FREE 24-count bottle of Advil.   The first 500,000 will receive a coupon for a free bottle.  

I love getting these kinds of  freebies.   I will try to hold on to the free coupon and use it at CVS or Walgreens to earn ECBs or Register Rewards.  Then it's not only a freebie, but  a moneymaker!

Thanks  Faithful Provisions!

Walgreens: FREE Purse Photo Book

Now through Wednesday you can get a FREE Purse photo book at Walgreens.   Enter Code FOREVER at the online checkout screen.   Go here for all the details.

FREE Blockbuster Express Rental

Yea!  Another FREE Blockbuster rental.  Good for today only.

MDVD1

Go here to find a Blockbuster Kiosk near you.

Menu Plan Monday

Okay -- so I'm slowly getting back to blogging after a 2 week hiatis.  I'm trying to establish a balance between my new (and more) work hours and my family/home.  Blogging has to take it's place after family, home and work.  Although it is my favorite hobby.

I've been slacking on the menu planning too.  I've planned for two or three days out instead of the whole week.  So, I'm trying to get back to a week now. 

Menu planning is the true secret to keeping your house running and keeping you on a budget.  I can always see a jump in food expenses when I don't menu plan.  But, menu planning can also be time consuming and sometimes boring, you just have to keep at it and don't beat yourself up if you slip sometimes.  Just get back on the menu horse!

Here we go....

Monday --  Chicken Gnocchi Soup (Olive Garden knock-off)

Tuesday -- Cous Cous with Vegetarian Spaghetti Sauce

Wednesday --  Spaghetti/ with veggies

Thursday --  Veggie Burgers with homemade steakfries

Friday --  Frozen Pizza

Saturday -  Simple Supper, mac n cheese, green beans, other veggies

Sunday --   Mexican Soup

FREE Blockbuster Express Code

Now through Saturday, October 2, you can get a FREE movie from Blockbuster Express.   Use the code: 1FREE

To find a Blockbuster Kiosk in your area go here.

Half Price Day at Goodwill this Saturday!

This Saturday is 1/2 price day at all  Middle Tennessee Goodwills!   

The lines are often longer, but you can find some great deals.

Happy treasure hunting!

Sunday Coupon Preview

We are expecting 3 inserts in this week's Sunday paper.  1 Smart Source, 1 RedPlum and 1 General Mills.  I'm really hoping that locally we get the $1/1 Green Giant Frozen Veggies coupon,

Go here to see the whole list.

To get the most coupons available, you should purchase the paper with the biggest circulation in your area.  For the locals, that is the Tennessean.   Kroger is currently selling the Sunday Tennesseean for $1.19  and then for a dollar on Mondays.

Happy Couponing!