Starbucks!

Over a month since my last post. Summer has been keeping me super busy.

Couldn't pass up this SoCal only deal:

Click here to have a coupon mailed to you for a free artisan snack plate. (they are fab by the way, but the $5 price tag is hefty, so act fast- this is free!)
Thanks to my lovely sister in law for this deal!

Drugstore/Superstore Matchups 6/20-6/26

Here are the drugstore deals for this week: I think I'm heading over to Target for sure. :)

Walgreens, free: 6 gillette products, Renu, Herbal Essences products, cheap: $.25 Lysol toilet bowl cleaner, Huggies.

Rite Aid, free: colgate & motrin.

CVS, free: colgate & power bar.

Target, $.64 Eggo waffles, $.49 ziplock bags, 10 free sobes, $.60 Johnson & Johnson products, free Schick Hydro 3 Razor, free Olay Total Effects Body Wash, 3 free Windex products, 2 free Vanish drop-in toilet cleaners, $.25 Aveeno Body wash, free Air Wick

Internet status & grocery store update :)

So... I'm on hold with Verizon and they are *shrug* attempting to fix my problem again. Sorry again for the lack of posts.

Here's an update on the grocery stores from last week. You have until the 22nd to use these deals:

Albertsons
Bi-Lo
Food 4 Less
King Soopers
Ralphs
Stater Bros.
Vons
Winco

Jamba Juice- $1 WED only

On Wednesday, June 16th, you can snag a Jamba Juice SuperFruit Smoothie 16 oz. for only a buck! Check out the Jamba Juice Facebook page for more information.

Drugstore/Superstore Matchups 6/13-6/19

A little late, but better than never, here are your drugstore/superstore deals. Lots of deals this week, so pick a store (or two or three if you have some free time) and snag some great prices.


Walgreens , Free stuff: 2 Nivea men's body wash, Schick razor, Neutrogena skincare, 2 massage toothbrushes, glucose monitor, and Post cereal!!
CVS, Free stuff: 2 Gilette Body wash & Schick razor
Rite Aid, Free stuff: 2 Herbal Escenses products, 2 clearasil products, Veet, & Bayer aspirin
Target, Free stuff: Clean & Clear products, Olay Total Effects Body Wash, Noxema razors, Scrubbing Bubbles extend-a-clean, 2 armor all products,

If you are new to couponing, see my post on the lingo here.
Thanks Moms by Heart & Hip2Save! :)

Internet!!

So sorry for the long absence, friends. My internet has been working poorly to say the least. However, Verizon assures me that it is all fixed and ready to go (TWO WEEKS LATER!), so we shall see...
Here's hoping!

Ugh!

My internet has been really poor and/or not working at all this past week, hence the lack of posts. I have over 200 bargain emails to sort through & can hardly ever open them :(

On top of that, me & my middle one got sick last night.

Forgive the lack of posts. Hopefully fixing internet soon...

Drugstore/Superstore Matchups 5/30-6/5

Sorry this is late folks. I celebrated my 30th birthday this weekend & was SO busy that it took me this many days to catch up on emails. These deals are late, but AWESOME this week. Seriously, if you are choosing a week to start couponing, do it now (at Target if you go anywhere!!)

Check them out:

Target, OK... lots of deals here. $.04 yogurt, super cheap boneless/skinless chicken breasts, free Sobe Lifewaters (10 of them!), $.08 salad dressing, $.12 soup, $.17 Suave, free Listerine, $.27 mascara, free razors, free Nivea body wash, free panty liners, $.04 Benedryl, free floss, $.27 band-aids, free lightbulbs, Free scrubbing bubbles, free armor all, and $.22 stain remover!!!! Phew!

Rite Aid, free deoderant, pads, sunglasses, & cheap Huggies! (additional deals here)
CVS, free deoderant & floss
Walgreens, free floss, lifesavers, men's body wash, Kotex, toothpaste, aspirin, & multivitamins!!

Grocery Store roundup 5/26-6/1

Grocery deals. There are sure to be some good deals on BBQ stuff.
Have a safe memorial weekend!

Albertsons, thanks to Tia's Saving Cents
Bi-Lo, thanks to Southern Savers
Food 4 Less, thanks to Lovin' Life on Less
King Soopers, thanks to Bargain Blessings
Ralphs, thanks to Chief Family Officer
Stater Bros, thanks to Christian Clippers
Vons, thanks to Christian Clippers
Winco, thanks to Northwest Coupon Lady

If there is a dead link, or if your favorite store is missing, let me know.

Drugstore/Superstore Matchups 5/23-5/29

Here's the deals this week. I took advantage of Target tonight. I can't say my husband or three babies were thrilled with our long trip, but we got a lot of good deals :)

Target
Walgreens
Rite Aid
CVS
Walmart

Grocery Store roundup 5/19-5/25

Sorry for the delay on my posting this week. Celebrated my middle one's 4th birthday on Tuesday & everything is thrown off track. :) Oh yes, that and I am painting my kitchen!!

It's also been a while since I posted the coupon lingo guide. This is available here.
Have a question about couponing or coupon policies? Email me or comment. I love getting mail.

Albertsons, thanks to Tia's Saving Cents
Bi-Lo, thanks to Southern Savers
Food 4 Less, thanks to Lovin' Life on Less
Kings Soopers, thanks to Bargain Blessings
Ralphs, thanks to Chief Family Officer
Stater Bros, thanks to Christian Clippers
Vons, thanks to Christian Clippers
Winco, thanks to Northwest Coupon Lady

As always, if there is a bad link or I forgot (or never post about) your favorite store, let me know!

Free fun stuff for military families!!

Memorial Day through Labor Day, active military, reservists & their families can get free admission to over 600 museums nationwide!! More information HERE.

Thanks Thrifty NW Mom!

Also, Cedar Fair Amusement Parks (KNOTTS BERRY FARM!)is offering FREE admission to any active or retired military personnel on Sunday and Monday of both the Memorial Day and July 4 weekends.

More food & drink deals for this weekend!

Print these food deals & head out to get some great deals on eating out this weekend. Click here to see my most recent post on active food deals as well. (I used the BOGO frappuccino at B&N tonight after the Fancy Nancy kid's event- 1 hour in a kid's section with 20 little girls making fancy nancy dress up stuff deserves a sugary caffeine beverage, right? :)

This Saturday (5/22) from 11am-4pm Walmart is giving away free Sundaes with Bryer's ice cream. Strange, I know, but if you have a craving, check it out! See if your local Walmart is participating HERE.

Arby’s is offering up yet another text message freebie! Just text “FREEFOOD” to 27297 to score a FREE Jr. Chicken Sandwich with ANY purchase! Buy a drink for a buck & get a sandwich to go with it :)

Head on over to the Popchips Facebook page and “Like” them to print a coupon valid for a FREE bag of Popchips at any Jamba Juice location. Just click on the “Coupon” tab and you’ll be able to click a link to print your coupon. (Thanks, Free Snatcher!)

Thanks, Smart Couponing for these restaurant deals:

Olive Garden
Unlimited Servings - Soup, Salad and Breadsticks Lunch at only $6.95
Weekdays until 4pm
Go HERE for more information

Souper Salad
20% Lunch or Dinner Buffet Coupon (Limit one coupon per customer)
Valid through 6/3/2010
Go HERE to print the coupon

Boston Market
$1 off Individual Meal
$2 off $10 Purchase
$4 off $20 Purchase
Go HERE to print the coupons (Exp. 6/19)

Domino's Pizza
Free Dominos Chocolate Lava Crunch Cake
Go HERE and complete their online survey (Takes about 5 minutes) and get one FREE order of Chocolate Lava Crunch Cake with your next online purchase. Expires: 5/31/10



Chic-fil-A is giving away a limited number of FREE Spicy Chicken Sandwiches to those who make a reservation over HERE.

More In-store shopping (Bath& Body works, Borders, Coldwater creek, Family Christian, Fashion Bug, JCPenny, Joanns, Limited, Old Navy & MORE!)

Sooo many coupons to print & shop with this weekend if you are headed out. More stores here in my post from a few days ago.

-Bath & Body Works - 20% off your entire purchase.
-Borders - 33% off the list price of any one item.
-Coldwater Creek - $25/$50.
-Family Christian - 20% off everything or 30% off regular price items HERE.
-Fashion Bug - 25% off $75 or 30% off $100.
-JcPenney - 20% off everything Sunday-Monday.
-JoAnns - 40% off one regular priced item.
-Limited - 40% off one regular priced item.
-Liz Claiborne Outlet - 20% off everything.
-Lord & Taylor - 20% off sale & clearance.
-Maurices - 20% off everything.
-Old Navy - $10/$50 or $5/$25
-Rue 21 - 20% off when you sign up.
-Stride Rite - 25% off your entire purchase.
-Victoria's Secret - free Beauty Rush lip gloss with any purchase.
-Yankee Candle - $10/$25+.

It’s time for a One Day Wonder sale at Old Navy. Get flip flops for only $1 on Saturday (5/22). Stores open at 7am and I’m certain it will be packed. Get there early for the best selection.

(Thanks A Thrifty Mom!)

In-store shopping (Michaels, Famous Footwear, Borders, Barnes & Noble, Bath & Body Works, Express, Justice & the Children's Place!)

Lots of retail coupons today. Enjoy!! :)

Michaels: 40% off a regular priced item at Michaels. Valid through 5/22.

25% off your entire purchase of Martha Stewart crafts.

(Thanks,Saving with Shellie)

Famous Footwear: 20% w/coupon HERE. Valid through 5/31.

(Thanks Surviving the Stores!)

Borders: 25% off any item w/coupon HERE. Valid though 5/20.

Save 40% Off the list price of all single-disc DVDs & Blu-ray. Valid though 5/20.

Barnes & Noble: BOGO Frappuccinos!! (w/coupon). Valid through 5/24.

Assortment of other B&N coupons here.

(Thanks Frugal Find!)

Bath & Body Works: Free signature collection item w/$10 purchase & coupon HERE. Valid through 5/31.

Express: Save $30 off your $75 purchase or save $15 off your $30 purchase! Valid through 5/24!

(Thanks, Jessica’s Coupons!)

Justice: 40% off entire purchase w/ this coupon. Valid through 5/24.

Children's Place:15% off your in store purchase w/coupon HERE (use code: E4A5A online).

Yummy treats! (Sonic, B&N Frappuccinos, Quiznos & taco bell sparkler drink )

Sonic: Buy one get one free Real Ice Cream Shakes w/ coupon HERE. Valid through 6/27! Cool part is you don't have to get both shakes on the same trip unless you want to!

(Thanks Centsable Momma!)

Barnes & Noble Cafe's starbucks: BOGO Frappuccinos!! (in case you didn't get enough the past few weeks!) Valid through 5/24.

(Thanks Frugal Find!)

Quiznos: BOGO sub (must also buy drink) w/this coupon. Valid through 5/24. This is good on the $5 subs, so it will be a great deal. Use the Quiznos store locator to check if your location accepts coupons.

Taco Bell: Print this coupon, Free Limeade Sparkler. This offer is available to the first 500,000 customers or valid until July 11th, whichever comes first.

Thanks! Bargain Blessings

Drugstore/Superstore Matchups 5/16-5/22

Some really awesome deals this week!! Check them out below

Walgreens (free Dove soap, Gillette Hair & Body, Post cereal, Stride gum, Hershey's chocolate!!)
CVS (free speed stick deodarant, Blade Razors, Herbal Essence or Aussie shampoo/conditioner, dial soap, Hershey's chocolate, 2 Cover girl products, & Dawn dish soap!! Phew!!)
Rite Aid (free Hersheys chocolate & Claritin. SUPER cheap ($2.41!!) Huggies diapers)
Target (a lot of great deals on snack food this week)
Walmart (free Nivea skincare, Way cheap ($.50) TGI Fridays mixed drinks)

Free stuff: (some expire 5/18!) Ice cream, VS panties, tacos, office stuff, pictures & lotion :)

Today, May 18th only, get a free scoop of Haagen-Daz from 4pm-8pm in honor of their birthday. You can choose from chocolate, coffee or vanilla.

Get more details HERE. Find a Haagen-Daz near you HERE.

Get a free panty from Victoria’s Secret with any purchase. This offer is on the Secrets tab on the Victoria’s Secret Facebok Page.

Print the coupon today and take it to your nearest store tomorrow (5/18) and redeem it. You’ll want to redeem it soon because there are only a limited of panties available per store and you’ll want to get yours before they’re gone.

(Thanks, Short On Cents!)

There’s a freebie on the Del Taco Facebook page. You’ll find a coupon for a free crispy chicken taco with any purchase. This coupon is valid through 5/25.

There are a bunch of great office supplies that are free at Office Max this week for Max Perks members. Keep in mind that you will pay out of pocket but you’ll receive 100% back in Max Perks rewards that you can spend on other stuff at Office Max. Also, you can get free shipping when you spend $50. Teachers, anyone?

Here are the items that are free after Perks:

• Fellowes Bankers Box (6pk) – $12.99 (Limit 6)
• [In]Place 1 1/2? Binder – $8.99 (Limit 6)
• OfficeMax Commercial-Style Envelopes (500ct) – $8.99 (Limit 6)
• OfficeMax Hanging File Folders (25ct) – $6.29 (Limit 6)
• OfficeMax Manilla File Folders (100ct) – $5.99 (Limit 6)
• Sharpie Fine Point Black Permanent Markers (12pk) – $8.29 (Limit 6)

If you don’t already have an Office Max Rewards card, go HERE to register. You’ll get a reward card number instantly. Then just shop and your Max Rewards will credit to your account automatically without filling out any rebate forms.

Stop over HERE and click on the PHOTO tab then sign up to get 25 free prints. Choose in-store pick-up and avoid shipping fees too! New Walgreens Photo members only.

Bath and Body works has a new coupon out – get a FREE signature collection item ($12 value!) with any $10 purchase.

Grocery Store roundup 5/12-5/18

Albertsons, thanks Tia's Saving Cents
Bi-Lo, thanks Southern Savers
Food 4 Less, thanks Lovin' Life on Less
Kings Soopers, thanks Bargain Blessings
Ralphs, thanks Chief Family Officer
Stater Bros, thanks Christian Clippers
Vons, thanks Christian Clippers
Winco, thanks Northwest Coupon Lady

Let me know if I missed a link, or if I missed your store :)

Farmer's Market

Yes! The long awaited arrival of my town's warm weather farmer's market has returned!!

We all know that there are hardly ever coupons on fresh produce, so get out there & buy local (and typically organic!)

With 3 kids & mother-in-law in tow, I stopped by the Hesperia Civic Market today (Weds 3-8pm) & got $5 worth of produce: 3lbs. gala apples, 1 lb. grapes, 1 large hass avocado, 2 lbs. roma tomatoes. Great deal :)

Find the Farmer's Market closest to you by clicking here.

Ebates- even more cash back this week

Ebates is celebrating their 11th anniversary & giving 11% back on some of the most popular online shopping sites (and sites that are normally only 2%-4% back) for this week only!

Even better – some of these sites have free shipping and additional discount offers right now that you can stack with your 11% back:

• Ann Taylor
• Barnes & Noble (Free shipping on orders $25 or more)
• Gap (Free Shipping with Gap Card with coupon code “MYCARD“)
• Lancome (Free Shipping with $50 purchase)
• LeapFrog (20% off order $20 or more with code “MAYBDAY“)
• Macy’s (Free shipping through Wednesday with promo code “SHIPFREE“)
• Nine West (Free shipping on purchases $50 or more)
• Old Navy (15% off $75 or 20% off $100 through Wednesday with promo code “ONSAVEBIG” and free shipping with you shop with Old Navy, Gap or Banana Republic cards)
• Sephora (Free shipping on orders over $50)
• ULTA Beauty (Free shipping on orders over $50)
• and many more!

To take advantage of this deal, simply log in to your Ebates account (if you are new to Ebates, you will get a $5 bonus for signing up!) and click on the 11% back banner!

Thanks Surviving the Stores!

In-store shopping (Gymboree, JCPenny, Payless, Borders, Lane Bryant, Home Depot, Joanns, Stride Rite & Super Cuts!!)

Gymboree has released this awesome new 30% off EVERYTHING coupon (including sale and clearance items)! Use it online as well with promotion code REWARDSCOF.

Get a FREE deluxe sample of Too Faced Lash Injection Pinpoint Mascara with printable coupon at Sephora stores located inside JC Penney. Not valid online.

**If they are out, states they will give you a custom sample of anything you’d like.

Want some new summer sandals or flip flops? Get them for less with the $5 off $25 or more at Payless Shoes. This coupon expires 5/31.

Today through Thursday, May 13, 2010, get 33% off the list price of one item using this Borders coupon. Online use coupon code BUE7662Y.

Now through Wednesday (5/19/10), Lane Bryant is offering a Free Cacique panty. No coupon is needed and this offer is only available while supplies last. Click here for more details.

Several Home Depots are offering a great bargain on Rayovac batteries right now where you can get 30 FREE Rayovac batteries when you buy 30 for $9.99 !!! Participating Home Depots are listed here.

AND print this $1 Rayovac coupon to save even more!!!

Got some sewing or crafting projects you’d like to start on this summer? Use the 40% off at JoAnn Fabric coupon to get your supplies for less. This coupon expires 5/22.

Print THIS coupon and get 20% off your purchase of $50+ at Stride Rite. Or use code: SUN20 online and get the same deal. Automatic FREE shipping when you buy 2+pair.

I LOVE these shoes! This is another brand that can easily be sold on ebay when your finished with them. Also great for passing on to younger siblings.

Stop over HERE and click on the Supercuts promotion. You'll be led to a page where you can register for a chance to win free tickets to the ESPYs. Just for signing up, you'll get THIS printable coupon for $5 off at Supercuts. It's a PDF and it doesn't expire until 7/31!

De-clutter your life

Collin, the adorable blogger at Hip2Save is re-posting her series on de-cluttering your life. If any of you (like me) have way too much stuff... check out the beginning of her series here. I'll try to post updates each week (if I can remember to do so through all the e-clutter :))

Drugstore/Superstore Matchups 5/9-5/15

Rite Aid (free candy!)
Walgreens (free shaving cream & Schick Hydro Razors ($2 money maker)
CVS (free toothpaste, Schick Hydro Razors, deodorant & U by Kotex)
Target
Kmart

If you're clicking your post regularly, let me know what you think of this blogger. All posts are by Bargain Briana.

In store deals- Coffee Bean and Bath & Body Works

Another coffee bean freebie!!!

Tuesday, May 11th only,from 4-7pm, stop in to get a free 12 oz Ultimate Ice Blended Coffee.

In case you are not near a Coffee Bean, don’t forget the Starbucks Happy Hour as well (1/2 off Frappuccinos from 3-5pm until next Sunday).

Bath & Body Works is offering up a new coupon valid for a FREE full-size Signature Collection Body Care item (up to a $12 value) with any purchase of $10 or more. Just go here to print this coupon. It’s valid thru May 31st. (Thanks, Jessica’s Coupons!)

Also, don’t forget that you can still go here to print a coupon valid for a FREE Signature Collection Travel Size Item with ANY purchase (up to a $5 value)! This coupon is valid thru May 19th.

Online shopping deals

Lots of great deals online right now. Check them out below:

Macy’s is offering up FREE shipping thru Wednesday– NO minimum! Use promo code SHIPFREE at checkout. The site is really busy right now, so be patient! Click on Macy's through ebates for 11% back (& $5 free for new signups). If your a fan of Clinique, you can get a free lipstick with purchase :)

The Kodak Gallery is offering 20 FREE 5×7 Photo Announcements with envelopes ($17.98 value)!! You will just have to pay around $2.89 for shipping which is still a very sweet deal! To get started, go here and click on the pink “Get Free Cards”- no coupon needed.

**New Kodak Gallery members will also score 50 FREE prints!

Target is offering Kid’s Polo Uniform Shirts for just $2.78 (regular $7.99). There are other school uniform stuff on sale too, check them out. (use ebates for 3% cash back!)

Use code CARD4GRAD at Shutterfly to get 3 free 5x7 personalized cards. You pay shipping, but think creatively & get some cards cheaper than in the store. Expires 5/19

Also, Canvas People is offering a free 8 X 10 canvas, a $49 value for free. You are only responsible for shipping charges of $14. A fellow blogger tried it at Christmas and was very pleased with the great quality.

Did you sign up for the Home Depot Garden Club? I did and just got a BOGO coupon on Rose bushes via email. Sign up for free!! :)

Free this weekend!!

Lowes will have a Build and Grow Clinic for kids on 5/8/10 from 10 to 11 AM. They will be making a Trellis Planter.

Lakeshore Learning Centers will have crafts for kids ages 3 and up on 5/8/10 from 11 AM to 3 PM. They will be making Mother’s Day Jewelry Holders.

Michaels will have free Mother’s Day Card event 5/8/10 from 10 AM to Noon and a Wilton cookie event from Noon to 1 PM.

Pottery Barn Kids will have Mother’s Day crafts for kids on 5/8 and 5/9 from 2-4 PM.

Toys R Us will be having a Crayola Glow Explosion event on 5/8/10 from 11 AM to 1 PM. Kids will be able to take home a free gift.

National Train Day is 5/8/10. To find free events near you, click the link then click “events” at the top of the page, then choose city or click “other cities”.

HydroMassage is treating moms everywhere to a free massage. 5/9/10-5/15/10.

LaMar’s will be giving away one free donut to every mom visiting a LaMar’s location on 5/9/10.

TCBY will be giving moms a free cup or cone of frozen yogurt on 5/9/10.

Hancock Fabrics will give the 175 mothers to visit participating locations a free Rose.

Ikea will be giving mothers a free breakfast on 5/9/10.

Denny’s is offering a coupon for free Pancake Puppies Sundae with their ecards. Coupon is good 5/9-5/16.

Thanks! Wendi

Grocery Store roundup 5/5-5/11

A few days late, and hopefully not a few dollars short. Here are your weekly deals:

Albertsons, thanks to Tia's Saving Cents
Bi-Lo, thanks to Southern Savers
Food 4 Less, thanks to Lovin' Life for less
Kings Soopers, thanks to Bargain Blessings
Ralphs, thanks to Chief Family Officer
Sprouts, thanks to Saving Cents with Sense (not posted yet, keep checking link)
Stater Bros, thanks to Christian Clippers
Vons, thanks to Christian Clippers
Walmart, thanks to Passion for Savings
Whole Foods, thanks to My Baton Rouge Mommy
Winco, thanks to Northwest Coupon Lady

Don't see your store? Let me know & I'll look for it!!

Amazon KitchenAid Mixer-great sale!

Amazon has a KitchenAid stand mixer on sale from $269.99 down to $159.20!!
If you were in the market, this is an awesome price (and it includes free shipping).