Does It Cost More for a Homemade Lunch?

I started out making homemade lunches for my first-born child for financial reasons. It just seemed cheaper that way than to buy lunch from the cafeteria. Years later, all of my kids still pack their lunch bags every day. They actually prefer it because they don’t have to spend time waiting in a cafeteria line or trying to decide on food they might not like. A friend of mine agrees with the preference but not with the cost. She says she winds up spending more money when her kids pack a lunch compared to when they buy it at school. … Continue reading

Coupons for Kool-Aid, Crystal Light, Country Time, and More

Could you use a few more coupons? Of course, you could! Using coupons is a good way to cut down on your grocery bill. Before you can use them, you have to find them. This blog will help you to do that. Here is the latest batch of coupons from Coupons.com. If you use them all, you will save $14.50. Fruit of the Loom has a coupon that will save you $1.00 when you buy 1 package of Fruit of the Loom Men’s Easy Care underwear. This coupon can only be redeemed at Walmart. Quilted Northern Ultra Soft & Strong … Continue reading

Coupons for Vidal Sassoon, Nature Made, Caress, and More!

Ready for some more coupons? Usually, I put together blogs that have links to coupons for groceries. This time, I decided to focus on coupons that are for products that you would most likely find in the pharmacy section of your favorite grocery store. Here are a few to help you save some money on what your family needs. Coupons.com has a brand new batch of coupons for you. If you used them all, you would save $10.55. They are: Caress has a coupon that will save you $1.00 when you buy any 1 package of Caress bars (6 count … Continue reading

Freebies from Panda Express, Folgers, Safeway, and More!

Are you looking for some awesome freebies? They tend to be scattered out across the internet, which makes them difficult to find before the freebie expires or runs out of samples. Instead of wasting time trying to hunt down some freebies just read this blog. I’ve gathered up freebies from Panda Express, Folgers, Safeway, and more! Panda Express is giving away a free sample of their new Samuari Surf & Turf. To get it, you must print out the coupon and bring it with you to Panda Express on Wednesday, April 17, 2013. The freebie will only be offered on … Continue reading

Why You’ll Be Paying More for Olive Oil

In a few weeks you may find that you are paying more for your olive oil. There are several reasons for this, three, actually. First of all there have been some bad weather conditions that have affected the production of olive oil. There will be less olive oil produced, reducing the supply. This in itself might have driven the price up a bit, but the two next reasons really sealed the increase. There is now an increased demand for olive oil, after a study confirmed the health benefits of the Mediterranean Diet, of which olive oil is a prominent factor. … Continue reading

Random Offers from Annie’s, IHOP, Gorton’s, and More!

Every so often, I clean out my inbox and find all kinds of deals and “limited time offers”. This time, I also found some information about contests and sweepstakes. Here is a collection of random deals and offers that are going on right now. IHOP is doing the “IHOP Melt Away, Getaway Sweepstakes” right now. When I think of IHOP, the first thing that comes to mind are pancakes, not a vacation. However, the sweepstakes is connected with Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts, “the Authentic Caribbean Vacation for Everyone”, so there really is a vacation to be had! There are two … Continue reading

Deals at Boston Market, Baker’s Square, Hardee’s and More!

Before you head out to dinner, lunch, or just a treat, read over this blog! It has information about deals at restaurants, cafes, and fast food places. You will also find coupons for special offers at places to eat. Use them, and you might save enough money to treat yourself and stay within your budget! The Corner Bakery has a coupon for a free freshly baked cookie, with any purchase. This coupon will expire on February 17, 2012. Baker’s Square has a coupon for 2 Entrees and 2 Slices of Pie for $19.99. This coupon is valid through February 17, … Continue reading

Are You Shopping at the Right Grocery Store? Four Steps to Save 20 Percent or More

Choosing the right grocery store can save you 20 percent or more on groceries before using coupons. If you were buying a big ticket item, such as a television or a new washer and dryer, you would do some research and shop around, right? Since food tends to be the biggest general family expense after housing, it just makes sense to do your research before you step foot in your grocery store. Just spending $225 a week on your groceries, adds up to almost $12,000 a year!Imagine shaving close to $2,400 off of that total food bill, doing nothing other … Continue reading

Where Can I Find Coupons? Here are Ten Different Places to Grab Them

There are many different places to find coupons, from the obvious to the obscure. Go on a treasure hunt to gather up as many as you can. Coupons can save you money, whether you use just a few coupons on your favorite weekly items or practice the art of extreme couponing, a way of shopping that can get you up to 90 percent off of your groceries. Don’t forget that coupons can also be used on retail purchases, online purchases and entertainment venues too! Here is a breakdown of the many places where you can find money saving coupons. Grab … Continue reading

Finding Coupons and Deals for Family Fun

Before you set out for your next fun family outing, gather your coupons and deals. You can save 50 percent or more compared to the other folks waiting in line to get in. Plus, if you buy your tickets or passes in advance, you can probably skip the lines altogether and get straight to the fun. Entertainment and Family Fun Books For about $25, you can purchase an entertainment or family fun book that contains hundreds of coupons for local restaurants and attractions. These books are sold online and through fundraisers. Many times, you can get a discount if you … Continue reading