Best Deal Magazines Deal of the Day LINK
Term:1 Yr 10 Issues
Cover Price: $34.90
Publisher’s Price: $9.95
You Pay: $4.29 (56% Savings Off Publisher’s Price)
= $3.65 w/code: PINCHPENNIES15

Until 10 PM EST, RitzPix.com is offering a free 4×4 20-page photo book with between 20 and 30 photos. You pay 1.99 shipping. Per the terms on the front page, you can order two per e-mail address. My little guys love to revisit their favorite family events with photos, and I’m thinking that a couple of these “photobook cupcakes” may be the perfect thing to slip into the car for long drives or unexpected waits.

To get this deal:

1. Go to RitzPix.com
2. There are two rotating banners in the middle of the front page. If this deal isn’t being displayed when you first click over, wait a few seconds and it will pop up.
3. Click the banner. On the next page, click “create book”.
4. Log-in or create your account.
5. Create your book and complete checkout.

RitzPix.com LINK

Saving money is not always easy, but of course it can be beneficial and fun. I have some simple steps I have found to stretch your budget AND have fun.

#1: Relax. Don’t count each penny you save and worry about how much you save. Does it really matter if this week you saved $1.92 compared to $1.93 on a meal. Yes, every penny matters, but sometimes the amount is so minimal its not crucial. I find this especially true when shopping with coupons, I used to beat myself up if I forgot to had the cashier a coupon. My daughter once dropped a yogurt coupon on the floor and it went under a shelf where I couldn’t get it. I started to freak out!! Then I realized .25 wasn’t worth the stress and likely humiliation of having a hissy fit in the middle of Walmart…..

#2: Budget. Always good advice, sometimes harder to do. This is a rough one for my husband and I. We are learning (after 15 years of marriage) that we need to work together more and not have our own agendas.

#3: Make saving money detective work. If you look at it as money saved as a found treasure, you will find the process exciting! There’s always a new way to save you have yet to discover. Search for it.

#4: Involve your kids in saving. Play games with them that shows them how to use money wisely. We have a board game called Shopping Spree that my daughter loves to play. Another way is to help them earn money save you money by encouraging them to cut coupons. I have heard of families that give the kids a percentage of how much money you save when you use the coupons they cut at the grocery store. For our family I just emphasize that when we save money we have more left over for the fun things. My daughter loves to help organize the coupons.

For me Pinching Your Pennies is a hobby. It’s not a chore, it’s just what we do in our house. It’s very exciting too!

I’ve already told you how great I think these photo cosmetic bags are, so I was thrilled to see this morning that Artscow is having another great sale on them: 3 bags for 9.99 shipped. Remember that Artscow often has sales, but the deals that include free shipping are the really hot ones!

This may even be a better deal than the last one because it was only for medium-sized cosmetic bags, and this deal is for any size you like. Their cosmetic bags go in size up to 8*10! (I haven’t tried using the code on this size, but I believe it will work. If you try it, let us know.)

1. Go to Artscow.com.
2. Choose “photo bags” from the “create your own stuff” drop-down menu.
3. Search for “cosmetic bag.”
4. Choose your size and customize three bags.
5. Use coupon code COS3410BAG at checkout.

Attention, all Utah couponers – whatever you do, if you can squeeze in some time before Tuesday night this week, DO NOT MISS THE SMITH’S DOUBLE COUPON EVENT!!! I haven’t done a shopping trip this awesome since the demise of Albertson’s (may it rest in peace…)! This one was seriously just like the Ikea commercial, I kid you not – well, except for the fact that I was alone and didn’t have my hubs there to man the get-away vehicle, but you get the idea, right?

From now until Tuesday night, Smith’s is having a “double coupon” event – but the double coupon is almost a misnomer. In some ways it’s actually BETTER than double coupon, because any manufacturer’s coupon under $1 is credited as $1 – so for coupons under .50, it’s more than double (because a .25 coupon still gets credited as $1)!

Here’s what Smith’s so generously allowed me to buy for pennies on the dollar this morning:

(5) Bounty Basics paper towel single roll, 1.09 (.09 after coupon)
(4) Wacky Mac pasta, on sale 1.25 (.25 after coupon)
(1) French’s Worcestershire sauce 15oz, on sale 1.59 (.59 after coupon)
(3) Dawn dish soap, 1.59 (.59 after coupon)
(1) GM Cheerios cereal, on sale 2.00 (1.00 after coupon)
(1) Suddenly Salad pasta, on sale 1.00 (FREE after coupon)
(2) Betty Crocker muffin mix, 2.09 (1.09 after coupon)
(5) Betty Crocker potatoes, on sale 1.00 (FREE after coupon)
(4) Satin Care shave gel, 2.36 (1.36 after P&G promo, .36 after coupon)
(2) Dial Complete foaming hand soap, on sale 1.50 (.50 after coupon)
(5) Pretzl Flipz, on sale 1.00 (FREE after coupon)
(5) Yoplait Greek yogurt cups, on sale 1.00 (FREE after coupon)
(5) SunnyD, on sale 1.29 (.29 after coupon)
(12) Yoplait Light yogurt cups, on sale .44 (.27 after coupon)
(10) Totino’s party pizza, on sale .88 (.68 after coupon, .38 after Catalina)
(4) Kroger Deluxe ice cream, on sale .99
(2) Banquet BrownN’Serve sausage, 1.99 (.99 after coupon)
(1) Farmland sausage patties, 2.99 (1.99 after coupon – was SUPPOSED to be on sale for 1.75, didn’t catch it at the register)
(2) Cheetos Mighty Zingers, on sale 1.67 (.67 after coupon)

I used:
(2) .40/6 coupons for reg yogurt [see SS-4/25]
(5) .25/1 coupons for the potatoes [see SS-3/28]
(5) .50/1 coupons for the Flipz [see SS-3/28]
(2) .50/1 coupons for the muffin mix [see SS-3/28]
(5) .25/1 coupons for the paper towels [see P&G-5/2 – item NOT part of P&G promo]
(2) 1.00/1 coupons for the Cheetos [see SS-5/9]
(3) .25/1 coupons for the Dawn [see P&G-5/2 – item NOT part of P&G promo]
(2) .35/1 coupons for the Dial [see RP-3/7]
(1) .50/1 coupon for the Worcestershire sauce [see SS-5/9]
(1) .40/1 printable coupon for the Suddenly Salad [see GroupA – also ended up getting a .35 e-coupon from Shortcuts that I didn’t know I had on my card, so this one ended up better than free]
(5) .25/1 coupons for the SunnyD [see SS-5/9]
(4) .50/1 coupons for the WackyMac [see SS-5/16]
(2) 1.00/5 coupons for the Totino’s [see SS-3/28 or SS-4/18]
(4) .55/1 coupons for the shave gel [see P&G-5/2 – item IS part of P&G promo]
(1) .55/1 printable coupon for the Cheerios [see GroupA or GroupB]
(2) .35/1 coupons for the Banquet sausage [from inside previous boxes]
(1) .50/1 coupon for the Farmland sausage [peelie on package]

I then got $4 off for the 4 shave gels (P&G promo), and I got (1) $3 Catalina for the Totino’s pizzas. I also got (2) $1 Catalina coupons as well, but I’m not entirely sure what they were from (I think they were from the GM/Betty Crocker stuff).

Total: $31.81 + $5 in Catalina coupons good off next purchase

My receipt was seriously over 3 feet long, and it says I saved $89.28 – $52.35 of that was from the coupons and the coupon promo! I also ended up with 86 rewards points and 52 bonus points, for a total of 138. Had I really been with it, I would have used my double points coupon that came with my last rewards certificate, but I left it (and the $10 rewards certificate) at home – AGAIN…GRR! 😉

For the full list of amazing deals and coupon matchups, see this post at PYP! Remember, the coupon matchup only runs through Tuesday, May 18th.

Shape Magazine
Best Deal Magazines Deal of the Day LINK
Term:1 Yr 12 Issues
Cover Price: $143.64
Consumer Pays: $3.99
73% Savings Off Publisher’s Price
$3.39 w/code PINCHPENNIES15

I was talking with a neighbor about duct tape. We were actually joking about how it can be used for pretty much anything. She told me the other item she can’t live without in her home is WD-40. I had no clue that it had so many uses.

So I decided to find out more about WD-40. Water Displacement #40. The product began from a search for a rust preventative solvent and de-greaser to protect missile parts. WD-40 was created in 1953 by three technicians at the San Diego Rocket Chemical Company. Its name comes from the project that was to find a “water displacement” compound. They were successful with the fortieth formulation, thus WD-40. The Corvair Company bought it in bulk to protect their atlas missile parts. I have always just thought it was for squeaky door hinges.

Here are some of the uses:

1. Protects silver from tarnishing.

2. Removes road tar and grime from cars.

3. Cleans and lubricates guitar strings.

4. Gives floors that ‘just-waxed’ sheen without making it slippery.

5. Keeps flies off cows…… that’s a funny one that I am not sure I personally will try

6. Restores and cleans chalkboards.

7. Removes lipstick stains.

8. Loosens stubborn zippers.

9. Untangles jewelry chains.

10. Removes stains from stainless steel sinks.

11. Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill.

12. Keeps ceramic/terracotta garden pots from oxidizing.

13. Removes tomato stains from clothing.

14. Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots. I have even been using it on my windshield.

15. Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors.

16. Keeps scissors working smoothly.

17. Lubricates noisy door hinges on vehicles and doors in homes – of course that’s the one I knew before!

18. It removes black scuff marks from the kitchen floor!

19. Removes dead bugs from your car.

20. Gives a the swing set slide a shine for a super fast slide.

21. Removes gum from carpet, hair, or dog fur (yes I have tried that)

22. Removes crayon from carpet (be sure to test WD-40 on low visibility area of carpet before using)

The claim is that there is nothing in WD-40 that will harm a person, but I just want to say if you are using inside your home — open a window because it certainly doesn’t smell great.

More great uses can be found here.

If you are new to shopping at Rite Aid, check out my Navigating Rite Aid posts to help you along you way! Remember, you can use a Rite Aid in-ad manufacturer coupon with a manufacturer coupon from the newspaper or online. Read the Rite Aid coupon policy HERE.

Also, this list was made with the Idaho ad. Please verify prices in your area before shopping.

I am only listing best deals at Rite Aid this week here. If you want to see the complete list or sale items this week, head on over to the PYP Rite Aid forum thread. You will also find helpful discussion on this weeks sale items.

Additionally, you can use this $5/$20 coupon from Rite Aid Video Values to save you more this week! AND….if you have not signed up for the Wellness Program yet at Rite Aid, when you do you can print a $5/$25 coupon to use on your next shopping trip.

Look for a shopping scenario at the end of the list so you can see how you can maximize your savings!

Mitchum Deodorant $2.99
Use Mitchum or Mitchum for Women Product, except trail size and special value multi packs .75/1 (6-13-10) SS-5/9
Get a $1 SCR
Final Price: $1.24 after coupon and rebate!

Reeses single serve candy 2 for $1
Use Reeses Dark Peanut Butter Cups, any 1.5 oz. or larger .55/1 (5-31-10) SS-3/14
Final Price: FREE after coupon!

Okay…..here is a shopping scenario if you need some diapers & Little Swimmers.

Buy:
(2) Huggies jumbo packs @ 17.98
(1) Little Swimmers @ 6.99
(1) Reeses @ .50
Total before coupons: $25.47

Use:
$5/$25 Wellness coupon (available upon signup)
(2) $3/1 Huggies diapers
(1) $1.50/1 Little Swimmers
(1) $.55/1 Reeses
Total OOP after coupons: $12.42

Then submit for a $1 SCR for the Little Swimmers. So the end total will be $11.42. Not a bad price if you are needing diapers and Little Swimmers. Depending on what size of diaper you need depends on whether or not this is a good deal for you.

PLUS, remember the diaper purchases qualify for this deal: Purchase 5 Huggies diapers, Get a coupon for a FREE package of Huggies diapers. Purchases must be made between 4/25/10 and 7/24/10.

Here is another one with JUST diapers and wipes:

Buy:
(2) Huggies jumbo packs @ 17.98
(2) Huggies baby wipes tubs @ 5.00
Total before coupons: $22.98

Use:
$5/$20 Video Values coupon
(2) $3/1 Huggies printable
(1) $2/2 Huggies wipes printable
Total OOP cost after coupons: $9.98 for everything

Kotex is offering a free sample pack while supplies last. You can choose between four different packs with various Kotex products.

The following links can be used to access the GrocerySmarts Walgreens lists in the designated areas. Some sale prices may differ slightly from area to area, but all coupon information is specific for your area.

*Please note that these lists are created using the smaller version of the ad. You may find additional deals in your area. Feel free to post additional deals you find!

Arizona
*Arizona Walgreens PREVIEW List*
Arizona Walgreens CURRENT List

California – North
*California North Walgreens PREVIEW List*
California North Walgreens CURRENT List

California – South
*Californa South Walgreens PREVIEW List*
California South Walgreens CURRENT List

Idaho
*Idaho Walgreens PREVIEW List*
Idaho Walgreens CURRENT List

Nevada
*Nevada Walgreens PREVIEW List*
Nevada Walgreens CURRENT List

Oregon
*Oregon Walgreens PREVIEW List*
Oregon Walgreens CURRENT List

Utah
*Utah Walgreens PREVIEW List*
Utah Walgreens CURRENT List

Washington – East
*Washington East Walgreens PREVIEW List*
Washington East Walgreens CURRENT List

Washington – West
*Washington West Walgreens PREVIEW List*
Washington West Walgreens CURRENT List

Hello again from Shelf Reliance! This week, we’ll be addressing identity protection and item documentation. For folks who take their credit seriously, few things could be worse than learning that your financial identity has been compromised. Emergency situations, when people are frantic, stressed, and focused on other things, present a perfect opportunity for burglars and identity thieves to strike while everyone’s looking the other way. And not all of them will be as obvious as this guy:

1. Schedule a yard sale on Saturday, Friday, second best day or Sunday (if acceptable in your area), avoid holiday weekends if possible. I have seen a few “Commuter Sales” that take place on a busy street on a weeknight.

2. Go through the house and decide what goes. A good rule of thumb: If you haven’t used it in a year, you can live without it.

3. Treat the sale like a business. Organize the merchandise by putting like items together so people can find what they’re looking for. Put clothing on a rack or string a clothesline to hang it on.

4. Run ads in local papers, on the Internet and put up fliers (you may need to check with your city to see what is allowed). Be specific about what type of merchandise you have. Make sure you list you big or hot ticket items. You’ll get the people who really want the stuff.

5. Spend time on your signs. Much garage sale traffic just follows signs, so make sure you write in large, legible block print on large, Place on busy corners near your home if sign codes allow. Make sure your directions simple yet specific

6. Consider having a joint sale with your friends or neighbors if you don’t think you have enough to fill a yard. More is better. Keep track of what belongs to who by using different colored price tags on each family’s items. We have found that having some brightly colored items seems to draw people in. Go grab a couple of helium balloons, they add color and can be used to draw people in.

7. Be prepared to haggle. If you’re firm on a particular item, put that on the tag. But remember, people that shop yard sales are looking for bargains. What you may think something is worth, may not be the same as what the shoppers feel it is worth. If stuff isn’t moving, start dropping prices during the day.

8. Don’t take checks.

9. Post a sign near the cash box that says “All Sales Final.”

10.On a hot day, sell cold drinks for $1 a can which will boost your take. A our family’s recent yard sale the kids sold lemonade and made quite a bit of money. If kids are helping make sure you keep an eye on them so people don’t take advantage of their generosity.

11. Donate anything that’s left. Don’t bring it back into the house. Take a tax deduction for the fair market value of each item.

Save $3.00 on Any ONE (1) HUGGIES Snug & Dry Diapers (sort by ‘household’ to make it easier to find)

Coupons.com LINK


If you have a CVS nearby – That would make a jumbo pack $3.49 (+ tax) after Extra Bucks at CVS thru this Saturday.

Huggies Jumbo Pack Diapers $8.49
– $3/1 Huggies coupon
= $5.49 + receive $2 Extra Care Bucks (limit 1)
*$3.49 after coupon and Extra Care Bucks