Karns Shopping Trip

I thought I was going on a relatively simple shopping trip to our local chain, Karns, but when I discovered a catalina deal being advertised in the aisle, I stood around figuring out the best way to do it with my coupons. And I ended up getting $4 extra dollars back and some free Pillsbury products!

(just ignore the wine bottle in the background, it's more of a center piece)

Fortunately the store was not very busy, so doing 3 transactions didn't take up anyone else's time.

Transaction #1:
4 Pillsbury Crescent Rolls @ $1.67 each (4 $1 off coupons)

Subtotal: $6.68
Total after coupons: $2.68
Savings: $4
Result: $2 catalina coupon
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Transaction #2:
2 Grands Biscuits @ $1 each ($1/2 coupon)
2 Grands Cinnamon Biscuits @ $1 each ($1/2 coupon)
Used $2 catalina coupon from Transaction #1

Subtotal: $4
Total after coupons: $0.00 (!!!!)
Savings: $4
Result: $2 catalina coupon
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Transaction #3 (my actual groceries):
4 Quaker Oats @ 1.17 each (2 $1.25/2 coupons)
2 Hormel Pepperoni @ $3.09 each (2 $0.55 coupons, doubled to $1)
1 Sara Lee Ham @ $4.69 ($3 coupon)
2 Breyers Yogurts @ $0.50 each ($1/2 coupon)
2 Malt-o-meal "Frosted Flakes" @ $2.59 each (2 $0.50 coupons, doubled to $1)
1 Turkey Hill Ice Cream @ $2 ($1 coupon)
1 packaged dried apples @ $3.40
1 coffee mate @ $1.89
1 Onion @ $0.96
4 Peppers @ $1.92
Used $2 catalina coupon from Transaction #2

Subtotal: $31.90
Total after coupons: $18.40
Savings: $13.50


Total Out Of Pocket (OOP): $21.08
Total Savings: $21.50

Target Shopping

Hit up Target knowing that my freezer was mostly empty. No longer! Also, getting very stocked up on those single-serving flavor packets. They are going to be great for vacations and being out where there isn't easy access to filtered water. Staying hydrated and not having to tolerate nasty water is always good.


9 boxes of Eggo BakeShop products - $1.50 ($1 coupon for each)
8 Crystal Lite 3 packs - $0.99 ($1 coupon for each)
2 Aquafresh Toothpaste Travel Sized - $0.79 (2 FREE coupons)
Cornstarch-based baby powder - $1.39

Total Out Of Pocket (OOP) - $5.81
Savings - $18.50

Double Coupon Week @ Kmart, trip #2

I don't usually shop at Kmart so twice in one week is very unusual for me. Between this trip and the last one, I really noticed their lack of selection and the amount of products that were just completely out of stock! I'm thinking of one more trip this week, but I might have to go to the other Kmart in town to see if they are better at keeping things on the shelves (even if the other store is much dirtier).



2 Dry Idea - $7.98 (2@$3.99 each) (2 $2 coupons, doubled to full price)
2 Kotex Panty Liners - $2.58 (2@1.29 each) (2 $1 coupons, doubled to full price)
2 Head & Shoulders - $10.98 (2@$5.49 each) ($2 coupon, doubled)
2 Bic Soleil 4 packs - $10.58 (2@$5.29 each) (2 $2 coupons, doubled)
Reynolds Aluminum Foil - $4.49 ($1 coupon, doubled)
Velveeta Shells - $2.29 ($1 coupon, doubled)
Orville Popcorn - $2 ($1 coupon, doubled)
3 M&Ms - $2.67 (3@$0.89 each) (1 Free coupon, 1 BOGOF coupon)

Total Before Coupons: $43.57
Total Saved (coupons and doubling): $30.34
Total (with Tax) after Coupons: $15.72

Double Coupon Week @ Kmart, trip #1

I would have done better if I didn't fall prey to the Pringles. Oh, the Pringles. I plan on going back at least once, maybe twice more this week to make use of printable coupon match-ups.



Skintamate Shaving Gel - $1.99 ($1 coupon, doubled to full price)
Skintamate Extra Gentle - $3.79 ($1.50 coupon, doubled)
Oust - $3.29 ($2 coupon, doubled to full price)
2 EZMac - $2.18 (2 @$1.09) ($1 coupon, doubled)
3 Pudding Packs - $3.87 (3 @$1.29) ($1 coupon, doubled)
Reese's 100 cal - $3.09 ($1 coupon, doubled)
2 Pringle Fat Free - $5.18 (2@$2.59) ($1 coupon, doubled)
2 Pringle Original - $3.00 (2@$1.50) ($1 coupon, doubled)
A1 Sauce - $4.49 ($2 coupon, doubled)

Total Before Coupons: $30.88
Total Saved (coupons and doubling): $22.28
Total (with Tax) after Coupons: $8.92

Shopping Spoils!

Today I went to Target armed with many, many coupons. And I scored some serious markdowns.



Transaction #1-
Target Brand Sponges - $0.99 ($0.75 coupon)
Quaker True Delight Bars - $2.89 ($1 coupon, $1 coupon)
Crystal Light Singles - $3.99 ($1 coupon, $1 coupon)
Hunts Ketchup - $1.09 (Free coupon)
1/2 gallon Minute Maid OJ - $0.99 (clearance)
2 Kraft Shredded Cheese - $2.09 ($1 coupon, $1 off 2 coupon)

Total Out Of Pocket (OOP) - $5.29
Saved - $13.34

Transaction #2-
Target Brand Sponges - $0.99 ($0.75 coupon)
Quaker True Delight Bars - $2.89 ($1 coupon, $1 coupon)
1/2 gallon Minute Maid OJ - $0.99 (clearance)
2 Kraft Shredded Cheese - $2.09 ($1 coupon, $1 off 2 coupon)
Kashi Waffles - $2.10 ($1.50 coupon)
Coppertone SPF 30 trial - $0.99 ($1 coupon)
Act Popcorn - $2.20 (clearance)

Total Out Of Pocket (OOP) - $6.16
Saved - $13.04

Transaction #3-
Target Brand Sponges - $0.99 ($0.75 coupon)
Quaker True Delight Bars - $2.89 ($1 coupon, $1 coupon)
1/2 gallon Minute Maid OJ - $0.99 (clearance)
2 Kraft Shredded Cheese - $2.09 ($1 coupon, $1 off 2 coupon)
Kashi Waffles - $2.10 ($1.50 coupon)
Coppertone SPF 30 trial - $0.99 ($1 coupon)

Total Out Of Pocket (OOP) - $3.96
Saved - $11.04

I went to Giant on Tuesday before going over to Mike's. I gave Mike some stuff, so everything isn't pictured.

and


Transaction #1-
5 Kraft BBQ Sauce - $1 each (5 $1 coupons)
5 Wheat Thins - $2 each (5 $1 coupons)
5 Triscuits - $2 each (5 $1 coupons)
4 Ritz Crackers - $2 each (4 $1 coupons)
Wacky Mac - $1 each ($1 coupon)
2 Cool Whip Dip - $1 each ($1 off 2 coupon)
Halls Cough Drops - $1.29 each ($1 off coupon)
6 Kraft Singles - $1.69 each (3 $1 off 2 coupons)
2 Breakstone Sour Cream - $1.89 each
Instant Brown Rice - $0.89
Taco Bell Dinner Kit - $1.29
Sudafed - $1.00
2 Tylenol PM - $1.65 each

Total Out Of Pocket (OOP) - $27.36
Saved - $54.74
I also got 600 gas points which equals $0.60 off per gallon of gas!!! Definitely nice when gas just hit $2.33.

Much thanks to Kraft for some serious deals this week! Those coupons getting reset was awesome. I am still reeling over the OJ find.

Grocery Shopping

A lot of the coupon-bloggers I read do this sort of post after they go shopping. I love them and I thought I'd share my spoils today.

Target



Transaction #1-
Hershey Bliss Bar - $0.99 ($1 coupon)
Chex Mix - $0.84 ($1 coupon)
2 Kraft Bistro Mac & Cheese - $1.50 each (B1G1 coupon)
2 Kraft EZ Mac - $0.79 each (B1G1 coupon, $1 coupon)
Target Brand Sponges - $0.99 ($0.75 coupon)
Quaker True Delight Bars - $2.89 ($1 coupon, $1 coupon)
2 Gillette Shampoo (B1G1 coupon, $2 coupon)

Total Out Of Pocket (OOP) - $3.08
Saved - $16.77

Transaction #2 -
Hershey Bliss Bar - $0.99 ($1 coupon)
Chex Mix - $0.84 ($1 coupon)
2 Kraft Bistro Mac & Cheese - $1.50 each (B1G1 coupon)
2 Kraft EZ Mac - $0.79 each (B1G1 coupon, $1 coupon)
Target Brand Sponges - $0.99 ($0.75 coupon)
Quaker Carmel Mini-Rice Cakes - $1.49 ($1 coupon)

Total OOP - $0.64
Saved - $8.74


Giant Foods



2 Artisan Wheat Thins - $2.50 each (B1G1 coupon)
2 Triscuits - $2 each ($1 coupon, $1 doubler)
Taquitos - $5.99 ($1 coupon, $1 doubler)
Mrs. T's Pierogies - $2 ($1 coupon, $1 doubler)
Turkey Hill Ice Cream - $2.49 ($1 coupon, $1 doubler)
Spike's Salsa - $1.99 (FREE coupon)
2lb Carrots - $1.59
1/2 gallon skim milk - $1.46
2 Giant Salsa - $1 each
Hot Pockets - $2
Bulk Sunflower Seeds - $1.60
Bulk Gummi Taratulas - $0.22

Total OOP - $16.85
Saved - $22.42

Total Spent - $20.57
Saved - $47.93