Okay so I am replying to many of you out there who are interesting in "Coupons". I am not an expert by any means, but I do have some amazing friends that help me to figure things out. So I am going to attempt to explain how the system works. I should also tell you that there are actually 2 systems out there (according to me) First there is the Grocery side of it all, and then there is the Drugstore (Walgreens/RiteAid/CVS) side which I have only dabbled in. I don't feel completely comfortable with this side (since I am still trying to learn the rules) so I will try and explain the Grocery side.
There are a few things that you will need first:
- Time and a good pair of scissors
- Newspapers (multiples - I get 4 Sunday Papers)
- Printer
- Filing system (I will post a picture of mine later)
- Budget - it kinda makes it fun to see how much $$ you can actually save.
- Stores that accept competitors coupons (Albertsons does. hooray!!!)
- Printable Online coupon sites
- Good attitude
- Supportive Husband (Lucky Me!)
I really enjoy reading other peoples blogs to see what works for them and what wonderful advice they have. There are two blogs that I really think explains the coupon system: Couponing: I'm New...What Do I DO? from Mommy Managing, Tips When using Coupons from good or free deals (this is on the right side towards the bottom.
My favorite sites:
Okay so not sure if this will help any of you out there that are interesting in this Insane world of couponing. But I have been extremely amazed at what I am able to get. Infact just this week, I found an amazing deal: 18 bottles of Shampoo/Conditioner and only spent $0.97 .
So when you can figure out the method to the madness it can be alot of fun. One thing that I have found to be helpful is to have other people who do the coupons as well, they are able to see a deal and pass the word along. Please let me know of any other questions you may have... I am not sure if I have been very helpful, so let me know.
8 comments:
First of all where did you get that great deal on the Shampoo and Conditioner? You did awesome!!
I am glad that my website has been useful to you! Thanks for sharing it with others! Keep up the great deals!
You are amazing Heather!! Why wouldn't people want to take advantage!! Jared and I went to JCPenny's and saved tons!! Thanks to you!!
Awesome deal! I wish I had an Albertson's here, or at least a store that took others coupons! =(
Im soooo ready to start!
Your an animal...just let me get a grasp on everything Monica taught me this weekend. then I might have to come have a visit with you too! I may need some time my mind is already overloaded;)
i so need to start doing this. great blog.
have you tried Couponsense.com. It is huge here in AZ. They have UT shopping lists too. Check it out. I am too busy sometimes to cut coupons. But it does save.
wow girl! 18 bottles for 0.97?!! tell me how you figured this one out.
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