Albertsons Week of 10/28

Darigold Sour Cream $1.67
-$.40/1 from here
Final Price: $1.27

Albertsons Half and Half $.79

Buitoni Pasta or Sauce $3.99
Use the $1/1 from 6/21 (EXP 10/31)
Final Price: $2.99

Fresh Express Complete Salad Mix BOGO or 2/$3.99
Use the $0.55/2 from  SS 10/4
Final Price: $1.72 each

Raspberries or Blackberries BOGO or 2/$3.99
Final Price: $2.00 each

Hunts Tomatoes $1.00
-$1/3 from here

 or -.75/3 from here
Final Price: As low as $.67 each

Albertsons Bone In Chicken B1G1 FREE or 2lb/$2.49

Bumble Bee Albacore Tuna $0.88
-$1/5 coupon from here
Final Price: $3.40 for 5 (this would be $2.40 if there are Sunday doublers)


Chef Boyardee Can Pasta $0.88 
-$.50/2 coupon from here

Final Price: $0.63

Banquet Value Meal $0.88
  -$.50/5 from here

Final Price: $0.78

Hunt’s Spaghetti Sauce $0.88
-$1/3 from here
Final Price: $0.55

Chef Boyardee Microwave Pasta $0.88
Use the $0.40/1 coupon from insert
 or use -$.50/2 from here
Final Price: As low as $0.48

Lean Cuisine Entree $1.88 (First 12)
Use the $1/3 from RP 9/13
Final Price: $1.55

Mars Fun Size Candy $2.50
Use the $1/2 from 10/11
Final Price: $2.00

Tombstone Pizza $2.49
Use the $1.50/2 from  SS 9/27 (EXP 10/31)
Final Price: $1.74

Litehouse Caramel Apple Dip $2.50
Use the $1/1 from 8/30, 9/20
Final Price: $1.50

Tyson Anytizers, Select Varieties  $2.50
Use the $1.50/1 from 10/11
Final Price: $1.00

Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks 3/$5.00 or $1.67 each

-$.50/2 from [here

-$.40/1 from here

Final Price: As low as $1.27 each
 

Also, if you buy the following combination of Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks ou can save even more! Fruit Shapes, Fruit By The Foot, Fruit Gushers, Fruit Roll-Ups or Fruit Roll Up Stickerz
Between 10/9 and 11/1
Buy 3 and Save $1.50 On Your Next Order
Buy 4 and Save $2.00 On Your Next Order
Buy 5 (or more) and Save $3.50 On Your Next Order
**You will get the most bang for your bunk if you buy in groups of 3!**

Malt O Meal Cereal $2.99
-$.50/1 from here
Final Price: $2.49

Arm and Hammer Laundry Detergent B1G1 FREE or 2/$6.69
$1.00/1 – Arm & Hammer Laundry Detergent – (armandhammer.com)
Final Price: $2.85 each

Progresso Soup B1G1FREE or 2/$2.79
-$1.10/3 from here
or -$1/3 from here
Final Price:

 

Clorox Bleach $1.66

-$.50/2 insert

Final Price: $1.89 for 2

And the winner is...

Kristin!

Congratulations! Email me your address and I can send that out to you...unless you want me to wait until it's closer to Christmas :)

grets06@ yahoo dot com 

Backporch Coffee Roasters--GIVEAWAY!!

I have been quiet on the blog the past few days. Mostly because in my opinion, there haven't been many screaming deals to write about. But, also because we just closed on a house and I've been busy packing.

However, I am very excited about this giveaway because with 2 kids under 3 coffee is my life-line.

For those that don't know, Backporch Coffee Roasters is in Bend, off of Newport Ave. Their coffee is amazing-definitely the best in town. They take great pride in their roasting and it's easily reflected in the amazing taste and aroma that fills the shop. Backporch is certified for organic processing and is also a Fair Trade retailer. YAY!

I love the fact that their "drip" isn't drip, it's French Press so it never tastes acidic!! And better yet? They have a FRUGAL deal!! They offer a double espresso for $1 if you ride your bike. Their espresso is done to perfection...no burnt shots there. And, Backporch also offers free wi-fi. Go here to read more about Backporch Coffee Roasters.

Now to the giveaway...I am giving away a 1/2 lb of their amazing Backporch Blend coffee. This would make a great Christmas gift (if that's what you choose to do I can send it to your the 1st of December so it's fresh!) or you can indulge yourself and drink it right away.

There are 3 ways to enter:
1. Leave a Comment on this post
2. Become a follower of this blog (current followers are automatically entered)
3. Refer a friend...make sure they leave your name in their comment post!
Only way for multiple entries is to enter all 3 ways and refer as many friends as possible. Enter all ways for your odds to increase.Giveaway will end on Monday, October 26, at 5pm. One winner will be randomly drawn from all the entrants and announced on this blog later that evening.  

Free $15 Gift Card to Kodak Photo

 Kodak Gallery

it's time to smile

 ________________________________________________________________________________
Kodak Photo Gallery is giving away free $15 gift cards to the first 100,000 people. 

Go here to enter for 1 FREE gift of $15 good towards the Kodak Gallery website (fulfilled as a digital code).

There is a 1 per person limit. However, once the first 100,000 people threshold has been met you will receive a code good for 40% off. If you receive this code, go back on Oct. 29 and try again. You should be able to receive the $15 then.

Giveaway!

Just a teaser...stay tuned for another giveaway. This time, the giveaway will involve my life-line...coffee :)

Albertsons Catalina Update!! HOT!

I tried out the before/after coupon deal at Albertsons. I just couldn't believe that Bend would be the only place that wouldn't allow the $25 to be BEFORE coupons.

Here's the transaction I did:

2 Flour
2 Broth
2 Pie Crust
2 Cinnamon Rolls
2 Cheerios
2 YoPlus Yogurts

Before coupons the total came to $25.42
After coupons & $5.50 catalina I had from last transaction total was: $7.84
And yes, my $10 catalina printed, as did my $2.50 Pillsbury Catalina.
SCORE! That's like a $4.66 moneymaker :)

Safeway Money Maker

This deal will run Saturday and Sunday (10/24 and 10/25), at Safeway.

Knorr's Side Dishes $.79 (limit 4)
Buy 4
Use $1/3 coupon here 
Use Safeway Doubler (-.50)
Final Price: $1.66
BUT, get $1.50 Catalina back...after factoring in Catalina, you paid $.16 for all 4.

AND...You can ROLL this Catalina in to your next Knorr's transaction...

 Purchase #2:

Buy 4
Use $1/3 coupon
Use Safeway Doubler
Use $1.50 Catalina
Final Price: $.16 AND you get another $1.50 catalina...that's $1.34 money maker

Thanks, Frugal Living NW

Rite Aid Freebies

There are so so many Rite Aid freebies this week that I didn't want to take the time to type them all :(

Go here to see not only the Rite Aid freebies and match ups, but also to see other blogger's deals!

Thanks, Money Saving Mom!

Target

Publish Post

Playskool Musical Sit and Spin $20
Use $10/1 coupon from today's insert
Or, $10 off coupon here
Final Price: $10
This is probably as good as a Black Friday Price if this is a toy you're interested in!!

I didn't see any other screaming Target deals this week.

Albertsons Doublers

There were 3 Albertson's Doublers in today's Oregonian (good for 10/18, 10/19, 10/20). I haven't determined yet if they have this ad in the store too. If you purchase the Early Edition Oregonian, it's cheaper. Either way, if you're sure you will use the doublers (will double up to $1.00) then it's worth buying the Oregonian!

Wondering what a Doubler is? Go here

Holy Dairy Fred Meyer!

It's Fred Meyer's 87th Anniversary Sale! There are some great buys this week.

Go here to see the Organic Valley Milk deal!

Other Great Deals:

Tillamook Cheese, 2lb Block, $3.99 in-ad coupon (limit 2)
Awesome Deal!

Tillamook Butter, $1.25 each

Pears/Apples $.68/lb New Crop!

Medium Avocados, $0.50

Mini-peeled carrots, $0.50

Pineapple, $1.98

Fresh Express Salads or Blends, BOGO
-$0.55 coupon x2
Final Price: ??

Tree Top, Langers or Ocean Spray Juice, $1.50 in-ad coupon
Buy 2 and use $1/2 coupon in today's inserts
Final Price: $2/2

Tide Laundry Detergent, 80-146 oz, $9.99 in-ad coupon
-$1.00 off (from 9/27 P&G Insert)
Final Price: $8.99

Propel Water, $0.33 in-ad coupon

Franz Bread or Fred Meyer Peanut Butter or Preserves, $1.00 each in-ad coupon

Beef Loin New York Steaks, $3.99/lb

Jumbo E-Z Peel White Prawns, $3.99/lb

Tully's Coffee, BOGO
Final Price: ??

Wild Alaskan Salmon Fillet, $4.99/lb

Dreyer's Ice Cream, $2.00 in-ad coupon


Orbit Gum, Altoids, and/or Extra Gum: BOGO
Final Price: ??


Colgate Toothpaste $1.79
In-store, Manufacturer's coupon $1/1
Final Price: $.79


YoPlus Yogurt, $1.99
-$1.00 eCoupon from ShortCuts or Cellfire
-$1.00 here
Final Price: FREE

CHEAP ORGANIC MILK

Starting tomorrow, 10/18, and running through next Saturday you will be able to score a 1/2 gallon of Organic Valley milk for .64 at Fred Meyer! Their Organic Valley milk will be 50% off. There's a 4 per person limit.
Organic Valley 1/2 Gallon Milk $3.29
50% off sale = $1.64
Use this coupon: here for $1/1
Final Price: $.64 THAT IS A GREAT DEAL FOR ANY MILK...AND THIS IS ORGANIC!

Albertsons Update!!

I went to Albertsons last night to do the scenario I listed below. It worked GREAT! I got my $10 catalina, a $2.50 catalina (for the fruit snacks) and a $3.00 catalina (for the Pillsbury). YAY! Not only that, but there was a $1/2 coupon stuck to the Pillsbury Pie Crust making my total after coupons $25.48.

Also, you can "roll" these catalinas in to your next purchase. SO...if you do 2 transactions with the purchase $25 get $10 cat then you can use your cats from the previous purchase. E.g. I paid $25.48 for my first purchase and got $15.50 in catalinas. I can then purchase $25 and use the $15.50...pay $9.50 out of pocket and get another $10-$16.50 back in cats (depending on what combos you buy). That's a $.50 - $7.00 MONEY MAKER!

If you live in Washington, your $25 total just needs to be BEFORE coupons. Nice huh?

Albertsons Week of 10/14-10/20

In my opinion (because I have some great coupons this week), Albertsons is the place to shop this week! Even without coupons, you'll get a great bargain with their spend $25, get  a $10 catalina good for next purchase.

Good deals:

Prego Spaghetti Sauce $1.49 (limit 4)

Fresh Express Salad BOGO
Use 2 $.55/1 coupons
Final Price: ?

Fresh Apples (select variety) .$68/lb

Celery $.89/lb.

Whole Fresh Carrots $.59/1 lb.

Green Bell Peppers $.59 each

Reeses Peanut Butter Cups $.50
Use .55 off 1 coupon
Final Price: FREE

Buy $25, Receive $10 Catalina good towards next purchase: 

Go here to see some great match ups and coupons. Even if you don't use coupons, when you factor in the catalina it's like you receive 40% off on the items you buy. See their store ad for more items! Remember, the Bend Albertsons insists that the $25 must be after coupons.

The best part, it looks like you can triple dip in promotions (have not tried myself yet so I can't guarantee)! Go here to see the Betty Crocker Fruit Snack promotion and Go here to see the Pillsbury Promotion!
Thanks Krazy Coupon Lady!
 

Example: (I think this is what I will buy)
3 boxes 14 oz Cheerios $6.00
2 Pillsbury Pie Crusts $5.00
2 Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls $3.32
1 Pillsbury Crescent Roll $1.66
4 Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks $10.00
1 Gold Medal Flour $2
1 Green Giant Can Corn $.75

2 Steamers $4
1 Progresso Natural Broth $2
   TOTAL before coupons: $34.73

Use:
3 $1.00 coupons on the Cheerios(Use fire fox (ff) browser-go here)
1 $.50/2 coupon for Pillsbury Pie Crust (go here)
2 $1.00 coupon for Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls (go here)
1 $1.00 coupon for Pillsbury Crescent Roll (this was an insert)
2 $.50/2 coupons for the Fruit Snacks (go here)
2 $.50 coupon for the Steamers (this was an insert)
1 $.50 coupon for the Progresso Natural Broth (go here)
    TOTAL after coupons: $25.98

PLUS, get back the $10 Catalina from this Promotion, the $3 Catalina from the Pillsbury Promotion, AND the $2 Catalina from the Fruit Snacks. That's like paying $10.98 for all I listed above.

SHOPKO---Friday, Saturday 10/9. 10/10

Lowest Price of the Season Sale:

I am just going to highlight some that looked interesting to me. There are a ton of great buys! (I'm not sure, but you might be able to take any of the rebate prices to either Target or WalMart and have them match them saving you the hassle of sending in a rebate.)

10 pc Basic Essentials Nonstick Cookware Set $69.99

Final Price: $12.88 after rebate

65% off luggage

60% off Boys or Girls Cold Weather Accessories(hats, gloves, scarves, etc)

ALL Baby Clothing and Gear on sale!

55% off all Bath Towels, Rugs, & Shower Coordinates


55% off all Room Size Rugs, Accent Rugs, Doormats


55% off Window Panels, Chairpads, Decorative Pillows, Slipcovers

60% off Decorative Wicker


60% off Entire Stock mix & match Lamps


Joy for Soy 9 oz Candle $14.99
Final Price: $5.88

Circle Glass $19.99-$24.99
Final Price: $8.88

TableTop Gallery 6 pc Whiteware Dinner Set $19.99
Final Price: $2.88 after rebate

Pfaltzgraff, Montauk, Tabletop Gallery, or Sango $79.99-99.99
Final Price: $38.88

TOYS

Playskool Busy Ball Popper or Step Start Walk n Ride $29.99
Sale price $19.88
Use $5/1 coupon here
Final Price: $14.88

Barbie Dolls $6.99-12.99
BOGO

My Little Pony $5.99-$9.99
BOGO

Littlest Pet Shop $5.99-$9.99
BOGO

(These are great prices to stock up on gifts in you have any little girls in your life)

Hot Wheels 5 pack $5.99
Final Price: $3.88

Lincoln Logs $24.99
Final Price: $16.88

Transformers $14.99
Final Price: 8.88

Games

Don't Break the Ice, Don't Spill the Beans, Cootie, Ants in the Pants, Candy Land, Chutes and Ladders, HiHo Cherrio--Regularly $$7.99-9.99

Sale Price $6.88

$2.00 mail in rebate

Final Price $4.88 

GatorGolf or Elefun--Regularly $22.99

$19.88 Sale price

$5.00 mail in rebate

$5.00 coupon here  

Final Price $9.88 

(I think the game prices are as good, or almost as good as a Black Friday BOGO depending on original price of game)

Air Wick Freshmatic I-Motion Starter Kit

Walmart has the following deal...


Air Wick Freshmatic I-Motion Starter Kit $6
Use $6/1 coupon
Final Price: FREE

Albertsons Week of 10/7-10/13

Albertson's has some great deals this week. AND, if there are actually doubles in the Sunday paper, these deals would be even better! 


Quaker Mix & Match Sale
Buy 10 items, Save $5 instantly (these are my favorite because it doesn't matter if you use coupons or not, 10 items is 10 items)

Aunt Jemima Mix or Syrup, $2.00 each
$1.00/2 PrintableQuaker Chewy Granola Bars, $1.50 each
-$1.00/2 here or here (or $0.75/2 in 8/30 SmartSource)

Quaker True Delights, $2.00 each
-$1.00 in 8/23 RedPlum

Other Great Deals

Fresh Express Salads $1.66
Use $1/1 coupon (10/4 insert)
Final price: $ .66



Carnation Evaporated Milk $1.00
(the last time I looked though the Albertsons evap milk was cheaper than this!)

C&H Powdered and Brown Sugar $1.89
Use $ .35/1 coupon (10/4 insert)
OR use .$65/2 coupon (10/4 insert)

5 lb. Bag of Potatoes $ .77

BOGO FREE

Final Price: $ .77 for 10 lbs! This is a GREAT price!

Purex 3-in-1, $4.49
-$1.00 from 10/4 SmartSource
=$3.49

Snuggle/All, $3.99

TreeTop Juice Boxes, $1.00
-$1.00/2 Printable
Final Price: $1.00 for 2 packages

Snow White Movie $25.99

Use $10/1 coupon here

Final price: $15.99 PLUS get 2 free boxes of Kellogg's Cereal (this might count as 2 of the 3 Frosted Mini Wheats you need for the Kelloggs deal I listed here, but I'm not sure!)

Mix & Match Sale...
Spend $10, Save $3 Instantly (the Bend Albertsons say you must reach $10 AFTER coupons!)

Ronzoni Healthy Harvest, $1.00
-$1.00/2 Printable

Hormel Compleats, $2.00
-$2.00 from October All You

Snyder's Pretzels, $2.50
-$1.00 from 7/26 SmartSource

Colgate Total, $2.50
-$1.00 from 9/27 SmartSource

Welch's Juice Cocktail, $2.50
-$1.00 Printable

Infusium 23, $5.00
-$2.00 from 9/20 SmartSource or October All You

Schick Quattro Disposable Razors, $5.00
-$3.00 off from 9/13 SmartSource
 
3 Day Sale: Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Gatorade $ .77 (limit 8--this is a great price!)

YoPlait Yogurt, $0.44
$0.50/6 Printable 
& Buy 6 Get One Free Coupon (10/4 Insert)

=$2.24 for 7 yogurts!!


Strawberries $1.88

SAFEWAY week of 10/7 - 10/13

I've highlighted what I think are some good deals below. There were a lot more listed in the Tuesday paper so make sure you take a look at yesterday's Bulletin! Don't forget to use up to 4 Doublers (up to .50 each) from the Tuesday paper.

IN AD COUPONS 

(as long as they are store coupons, not manufacturer coupons, don't forget to STACK these with manufacturer coupons when available)-

 
Safeway Pizza $2.99 (limit 1)

18 ct eggs $1.49 (limit 1)

Aquafresh Extreme Clean Toothpaste $1.99 (limit 4)
Use $1/1 from 9/20 RP & .50 Safeway Double
Final Price: .49


Arm and Hammer Laundry Soap $2.99 (limit 1)


Quilted Northern Toilet Paper 6pk $5.99
(You can get a 12 pack of cottenelle at Fred Meyer this week for WAY less--go here to see deal, thanks frugalchicliving)

Use $1/1  HERE 
.50 Safeway Double 
Final Price: $4.49

3 DAY SALE: FRI-SUN ONLY

93 % Lean Ground Beef $2.49/lb

Tillamook Cheese $3.99 (Limit 2--this is a great price!)


Roma Tomatoes $ .98/lb


Kraft Salad Dressing $ .99 cents each (limit 4)

Other Great Deals ALL Week

Snow White DVD $24.99
Use $10/1 coupon HERE
Final Price: $14.99 and get a pumpkin and 32 oz. Langer's Juice free 

Buy 2 Classico Pasta Sauce at $2 each and Get 2 Barilla Pasta free

Final Price: $4 for all 4

Safeway Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast $1.99/lb

Hormel Compleats $2- when you buy 4 or $2.50 for 1
Use $2/1 from the October edition of the All You magazine (sold exclusively at WalMart)

Final Price: Free or .50

Betty Crocker Cookie Mix $1.50
Use .40/1 HERE
Use .40/1 e-coupon HERE
Use .40/1 e-coupon HERE
& .50 Safeway Double
Final Price: FREE + .50 overage!!


Betty Crocker Cake or Brownie Mix .99
Use $1/2 when you buy 1 cake and 1 frosting HERE
Use $.50/2 when you buy cake and frosting HERE
(Frosting is priced at $1.50)
& .50 Safeway Double

Final Price: $ .49 for both

Healthy Choice Fresh Mixers $3
Use $2/1 HERE
& .50 Safeway Double
Final Price: $ .50


Mission Tortillas $1.99
Use .75/1 from 8/9 SS
& .50 Safeway Double
Final Price: $ .74

Purex 3 in 1 $4.99
Use $1/1 from 10/4 SS
& .50 Safeway Double
Final Price: $3.49

Yo Plus Yogurt $2.50
Use $1/1 HERE
and use $1/1 e-coupon HERE
& .50 Safeway Double
Final Price: FREE

Welch's Juice Cocktail $2
Use $1/1 HERE
& .50 Safeway Double
Final Price: $.50

Oscar Meyer Hot Dogs
Use BOGO coupon (not sure where I got this from)
Final Price: Free 

Airborne $7.49
Use $1/1 x2 (insert, don't remember which one)

& .50 Safeway double x2
Final Price: $4.49 for two



Starkist Solid White Tuna $ .99

Hunts Diced Tomatoes $1.00 
Use $. 45 (10/4 insert)
& .45 Safeway Double
Final Price: $ .10

Pays to call Catalina

I went to Safeway (Bend, Westside) last night to grab some more Kleenex with my .50 off coupon from the Sunday paper and a Safeway doubler. This makes the Kleenex deal a $1 moneymaker. However, my catalinas did not print. The nice cashier did not believe me when I said that his machine must have been broken and asked if I still wanted 6 boxes of Kleenex. Under normal circumstances I would have said no, but since I knew that the promotion was still running I said "yes." Regardless, .99 cents for Kleenex is a good deal and I would just donate them anyway.

I called Catalina this morning and they are mailing me my $6 in coupons good for my next purchase of anything. Meaning, my 9 boxes of Kleenex, 6 packs of Dentyne Gum, 5 jars of baby food, 3 bananas, 2 apples, 1/2 gallon of Organic milk cost me $1.35 out of pocket and I have a coupon for $3 off my next purchase.

If your coupons ever do not print from the catalina machine the number to call is

1-888-8COUPON

And the winner is...

The winner of the Coupon Binder is Carly!

Glad to help you get started :)

(email me your address and I'll get it mailed to you by the end of this week: grets06@yahoo.com)

Rite Aid and Target Deals

Go here to see some great Rite Aid deals.

You can also score $1 Kotex pads if you have a $1/1 coupon and then submit for a Single Check Rebate.


Go here to see some Target deals. If you have kids, make sure you scroll down to the end of that post...there are some GREAT coupons for toys that will probably stack well with a Black Friday sale! It's www.coupon.com (another great place to print coupons). And go to the side where it says Toys and Games.



Thanks Krazy Coupon Lady

Oregonian worth buying

**UPDATE** The Early Edition of the Oregonian did NOT have Albertson's Doublers. It did have a $10/$50 though. Keep in mind that this is $50 AFTER coupons. I'm disappointed that it didn't have doublers since the Tuesday paper lead me (and fellow bloggers on the blogospeare) to believe it would.

Reportedly there will be Albertson's doublers in the paper tomorrow. Unfortunately, the Bend Bulletin does not usually receive these. However, the Oregonian does. This paper is typically $2.50 on Sundays...boo...but is worth buying if there are doublers (as long as you use the doubles since the savings will pay for the paper). Also, if you can find places in town that sell the "Early Edition" of the Oregonian, it's only $2.00.

Regardless of where you live and the paper you receive, there should also be 3 coupon inserts. :) Bring on the savings.

Great BOGO deal at Safeway!

Safeway currently has a BOGO deal on their Dentyne Gum. However, on the coffee isle (Bend Westside) there's also a BOGO blinkie for Dentyne Gum. Stack the two deals together and you get 2 Dentyne Gum for FREE!!

Giveaway

In order to get you started as a frugal saver I will be hosting a giveaway of a Coupon Binder.
This binder will have 2 sets of baseball cards holders, 18 dividers, small scissors. See the post below about coupon binders.

There are  3 ways to enter to win this coupon binder: leave a comment on this post and/or become a follower of this blog and/or refer a friend to this blog that leaves your name in the comment field as well as theirs...within the next 3 days. Only way for multiple entries is to enter all 3 ways and refer as many friends as possible. Enter all ways for your odds to increase. Giveaway will end on Sunday, 10/4 at 12:00pm PST. One winner will be randomly drawn from all the entrants and announced on this blog later that evening.  

Build a stockpile

My least favorite time of the day used to be between 4:30 and 5:30 when I'm frantically trying to get dinner made and on the table. I find it stressful and my patience runs dry. Then, come to find out, I am missing ingredients for what I was going to make and end up just purchasing a pizza. Ugh.

Part of this is due to my lack of meal planning; more on weekly meal planning later. The other part of this is because I really had no food to pull an improvised meal from...nothing in the pantry, freezer or fridge.

This is where building a stockpile in your pantry can come in handy. Be patient though because building a stockpile will take some time.

 How do you build a stockpile? 
1. Pull out that list I had you make in the very beginning of the top 10 items your family uses most. Add to that list, making it consist of everything your family uses on a weekly basis: snack foods, pasta and sauce, fruit drinks, soup, ketchup, cereal, etc. I would even add things like shampoo, toilet paper, diapers, etc.
2. Save a percentage of your weekly budget to put towards stockpile items. E.g. Our weekly budget is $50. I try to only use $35 on food items we need for my weekly menu, then I have $15 left over to purchase items for the stockpile.
3. Every Sunday and every Tuesday (Bend residents) browse the ads in the paper. If you see a good deal on an item on your list, buy it...remember to stack the sale with coupons. If it's a super frugal deal, purchase more than one!
4. Eventually your pantry will be stocked with items you purchased for dirt cheap--or FREE and you will never need to pay full price again. You'll figure out what you consider good prices...an example for me is I don't pay more than $1 on any cereal...and usually $0.50 is my limit.
5. When you notice something is getting low on your stockpile, make sure to stock up again when you can so you don't get caught needing it which results in paying more.

Kelloggs Promo!

This deal should be good through 9/2010 :)

Buy three specially marked Kellogg's® cereals (Frosted Flakes, Fruit Loops, Mini Wheats-bite size, Raisin bran) and get $10 bonus bucks to spend on electronics, toys, sporting goods, books, concessions and movies!

For more information go here

It doesn't appear to have a limit as to how many times you can do this.

Remember...the deal goes for a whole year so wait until you can buy these for sale stacked with coupons! It will then take 4-6 weeks for your bonus bucks to arrive in the mail.