Friday, February 27, 2009
A Cheap Date Night or Night out with Friends
In the economy many many people are staying in because of the costs of eating out and/or going to the movies. Which we know in turn also hurts the economy when no one is spending money on these things. Recently I have discovered the Dollar movie theater at our nearby mall. For both of us to see a movie there is less than to rent a movie! So whether you are longing for a date night with your significant other or a night out with friends, check out your local dollar theater. Usually the movies are only a couple months old. The ones currently playing in our theater is Marley & Me, Bolt, Valkyrie, and Twilight. Plus dinner with a coupon makes the night a little easier on the wallet. Here is a list of dollar/cheaper theaters in Southeast Michigan: Farmington Civic, Grand Blanc , The Motor City Theater- Redford, Howell, Milford, Plymouth, Roseville
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Below Budget Grocery shopping!!
In our quest for better health today's grocery shopping at Country Market offered us the following deals plus coupons! Some coupons from clipping from the Detroit News and the others from the listed websites on the right.
Simply Orange sale 2/ $6 plus coupon $1 off
Cascadian Farms Organic Stir fry veggies $2.50 sale plus coupon $1 off
Organic Lemon 1@ 2/$1
Stoneyfarms Organic yogurt 1/$1 plus coupon- save $.55 on 3
Uncle Ben's Rice 3/3 plus coupon save $.50/ double coupon- saved $1 (that's a free rice)
Yo-Plus Yogurt 1 @ 2 for $5 plus coupon save $1.00
Horizon Organic Milk 2/$6 plus coupon save $.55
Earthbound Farm Organic Mixed Greens 3.99 plus $1 off coupon
Earthbound Organic Baby Carrots @ 1.99
Tuna Creations buy 2 ($1.75) get one free
Total Spent: $27.99
Simply Orange sale 2/ $6 plus coupon $1 off
Cascadian Farms Organic Stir fry veggies $2.50 sale plus coupon $1 off
Organic Lemon 1@ 2/$1
Stoneyfarms Organic yogurt 1/$1 plus coupon- save $.55 on 3
Uncle Ben's Rice 3/3 plus coupon save $.50/ double coupon- saved $1 (that's a free rice)
Yo-Plus Yogurt 1 @ 2 for $5 plus coupon save $1.00
Horizon Organic Milk 2/$6 plus coupon save $.55
Earthbound Farm Organic Mixed Greens 3.99 plus $1 off coupon
Earthbound Organic Baby Carrots @ 1.99
Tuna Creations buy 2 ($1.75) get one free
Total Spent: $27.99
It's FREE!!
Quiznos is giving away 1 million free subs! Sign up here to receive a printable coupon sent to your email.
Free Kashi Entree' .Kashi is mailing out coupons from one free, frozen meal. Just enter your mailing address and wait 2-4 weeks to receive. Click here to sign up.
Free Victoria Secret Lotion Print this coupon and use by March 2nd a free 1oz. Energizing Body Lotion. No purchase necessary. Made from organic, U.S. sourced, 100% vegan ingredients in eco- friendly packaging.
Free Kashi Entree' .Kashi is mailing out coupons from one free, frozen meal. Just enter your mailing address and wait 2-4 weeks to receive. Click here to sign up.
Free Victoria Secret Lotion Print this coupon and use by March 2nd a free 1oz. Energizing Body Lotion. No purchase necessary. Made from organic, U.S. sourced, 100% vegan ingredients in eco- friendly packaging.
Friday, February 20, 2009
Weekly fashion, retail, and restaurant coupons for the senseable
Remember what I said about my husband telling me that I am the queen of good deals when it comes to shopping, well girls get your printers ready here is this upcoming week's retail, restaurants, etc coupon roll call.
Amazon.com- Every Friday they have things on sale.
American Eagle - Take 20% off the entire spring collection Feb. 25- March 24
Banana Republic - Feb. 17-25 20% off purchase of $100 or more plus take an additional 10% when you use your Banana Republic card (I used this last night and save over $80, some things were on sale).
Bath & Body Works- March 1st- Free Aromatherapy Body Care of Fragrance item with a $15 purchase.
Bath & Body Works- Valid through Feb. 25, 2009- Free Shower Gel with $10 purchase.
Caribou Coffee- $1 off any drink until 3/6/2009.
Chuck E Cheese- several coupons valid until 3/1/2009.
Dick's Sporting Goods- Valid through 4/30/2009- Take $10 off purchase $50 or more.
Finish Line- Take $10 off purchase of $60 or more.
H&R Block- Save $20 off tax preparation.
Hertz Car rental- many coupons valid until 12/30/2009.
Lord & Taylor- Feb. 18- March 3- 25% off final clearance and 15% regular & sale price.
Oil Change- Jiffy Lube- Valid until 1/2010 Save $5 off oil change.
Old Country Buffet- sign up for a free meal.
Pampers- save $1.50.
Quiznos- sign up for free coupon.
Shoe Carnival- Spin the wheel for savings coupons.
Target Grocery Coupons- valid until 3/14/2009
TGI Fridays- Valid until 3/1/2009- buy one entree get one free. Perfect for date night!
Walgreens- several coupons valid until 2/28/2009.
Enjoy! Happy Shopping!
Amazon.com- Every Friday they have things on sale.
American Eagle - Take 20% off the entire spring collection Feb. 25- March 24
Banana Republic - Feb. 17-25 20% off purchase of $100 or more plus take an additional 10% when you use your Banana Republic card (I used this last night and save over $80, some things were on sale).
Bath & Body Works- March 1st- Free Aromatherapy Body Care of Fragrance item with a $15 purchase.
Bath & Body Works- Valid through Feb. 25, 2009- Free Shower Gel with $10 purchase.
Caribou Coffee- $1 off any drink until 3/6/2009.
Chuck E Cheese- several coupons valid until 3/1/2009.
Dick's Sporting Goods- Valid through 4/30/2009- Take $10 off purchase $50 or more.
Finish Line- Take $10 off purchase of $60 or more.
H&R Block- Save $20 off tax preparation.
Hertz Car rental- many coupons valid until 12/30/2009.
Lord & Taylor- Feb. 18- March 3- 25% off final clearance and 15% regular & sale price.
Oil Change- Jiffy Lube- Valid until 1/2010 Save $5 off oil change.
Old Country Buffet- sign up for a free meal.
Pampers- save $1.50.
Quiznos- sign up for free coupon.
Shoe Carnival- Spin the wheel for savings coupons.
Target Grocery Coupons- valid until 3/14/2009
TGI Fridays- Valid until 3/1/2009- buy one entree get one free. Perfect for date night!
Walgreens- several coupons valid until 2/28/2009.
Enjoy! Happy Shopping!
Health Savings by Popular Demand
As the economy is getting worse I have had many discussions with friends and family about ways to cut cost without cutting into our most important asset- our health. Usually when we get tight with money the first thing we want to cut is items related to our health. We cut back on healthy food, nutrition, vitamins, etc so we can afford heat, electric, mortgage, student loans, and clothing. I decided to start this blog because my husband insisted that I am the queen of good deals when it comes to our grocery shopping (thanks to coupons--Cassie's Ann arbor blog), product shopping, and clothing shopping. So I've set out to lead others in saving money in tough times and still being able to enjoy the simple pleasures while staying healthy. I have listed some links on the right side. If you live in the Ann Arbor area I highly recommend you take advantage of Cassie's blog as she post weekly deals at local grocery stores to get the most for you dollar. All others, I will post what I can to help you out.
A few quick tips:
Plan your meals based on what is on sale. Before you head to the grocery store look at the ads to see what is on sale. Then find coupons for those things on sale for additional savings. Don't purchase things you don't need, just because it is on sale. Also stock up on items you will use when it is on sale, especially if you have a coupon for it.
Purchase what you can organically. It is better for you and will help you stay healthier. I have listed some organic coupons on the right. Organic also generally has less sugar than other products.
Cleaning products- purchase something that will save you money in the long run. Most of the time the chemical based cleaners found in the grocery store not only are really bad for you, but you are paying for the packaging and paying for mostly water. Try to find a product that is in concentrated form. It will last longer, be better for you, and help cut back on the many bottles in landfills. Click here for get clean save green.
Buy small business- I am a big proposer of buying locally and through small businesses. Most of the things I purchase are either through my community or through friend's small businesses. This boost the economy better than buying from big corporations not to mention the quality is significantly better. Many companies send that money out of the country anyway. I have friends in many areas from skincare, make-up, nutrition, resale, to restaurants. Purchasing from one another actually cuts down cost significantly. If you own a small business, please let me know and I can create a small business list on here.
Hope that is enough to get you started, enjoy!
A few quick tips:
Plan your meals based on what is on sale. Before you head to the grocery store look at the ads to see what is on sale. Then find coupons for those things on sale for additional savings. Don't purchase things you don't need, just because it is on sale. Also stock up on items you will use when it is on sale, especially if you have a coupon for it.
Purchase what you can organically. It is better for you and will help you stay healthier. I have listed some organic coupons on the right. Organic also generally has less sugar than other products.
Cleaning products- purchase something that will save you money in the long run. Most of the time the chemical based cleaners found in the grocery store not only are really bad for you, but you are paying for the packaging and paying for mostly water. Try to find a product that is in concentrated form. It will last longer, be better for you, and help cut back on the many bottles in landfills. Click here for get clean save green.
Buy small business- I am a big proposer of buying locally and through small businesses. Most of the things I purchase are either through my community or through friend's small businesses. This boost the economy better than buying from big corporations not to mention the quality is significantly better. Many companies send that money out of the country anyway. I have friends in many areas from skincare, make-up, nutrition, resale, to restaurants. Purchasing from one another actually cuts down cost significantly. If you own a small business, please let me know and I can create a small business list on here.
Hope that is enough to get you started, enjoy!
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