Free Heinz Ketchup At Kroger

There was a $.50 off 1 Heinz Ketchup coupon in the 8/19 ss insert with no size restrictions (expires 9/30).

Kroger has the soft pack 10 ounce for $1 each making it free with the coupon!

Note: I found these at my big Kroger. The smaller store didn't have them.

Coupon Lingo

If you are new to the "coupon" game...here are some abbreviations you will want to familiarize yourself with!

• B2GO = Buy Two Get One Free
• Blinky = Coupon that a little machine spits out
• BOGO = Buy One Get One Free
• Cat = Catalina. Virtual Money or Coupons that print off with your receipt
• CRT = Cash Register Tape, aka, your receipt
• ECB = Extra Care Buck, prints on receipts, and you can use it like Cash at CVS.
• ES = Easy Saver. Monthly Rebate book for Walgreens
• FAR = Free After Rebate
• FLIP = Food Lion Internet Printable (coupon from their website)
• IP = Internet Printable Coupon
• IVC = Instant Value Coupon at Walgreens. Found in the ES and in the weekly advertisement.
• MFR = manufacturer
• MIR = Mail In Rebate
• ONYO = On Your Next Order
• OOP = Out of Pocket. The amount in cash that you spend.
• Peelie = Coupon found on the package of a product.
• PG = Proctor and Gamble Coupon insert that comes in your local paper.
• Q= Coupon
• Rain Check = When a store is out of a sale item, get a rain check and you can take advantage of the sale price whenever the item comes back in stock. Rain Checks never expire!!
• RP = Redplum. Coupon insert that comes in your local paper.
• RR = Register Rewards. Walgreens form of a Catalina
• S or SS = Smartsource. Coupon insert that comes in your local paper.
• UPC= Bar Code of an Item
• WAGS = Walgreens
• WYB = When You Buy
• WT = Wine Tag. Coupon found around the neck of a wine bottle. You do not have to purchase the bottle in order to get the coupon. Check your local state laws on this.
• YMMV = Your Manager (or Mileage) May Vary, meaning some managers may or may not let you do something

My Shopping Trip 01/15/12

Here is what I bought...

1 box of Kroger Saltines @ $1 (regularly $1.69 each)

4 boxes of Rice-A-Roni @ $1 each (regularly $1.09 each)
Used: $1/4 IP coupon
Price: $.75 each after sale and coupon

1 box of Kikoman Panko Bread Crumbs @ $2.09
Used: $1/1 IP coupon
Price: $1.09

3 Banquet Sausage links/patties @ $1 each (regularly $1.49 each)
Used: $.50/3 ecoupon
Price: $2.50 for 3

2 bags of Kroger Shredded Cheese @ $3.29 each (regularly $6.59 each)

2 blocks of Kroger Colby/Jack Cheese @ $3.29 each (regularly $6.59 each)

2 Chobiani Yogurts @ $1 each (regularly $1.59 each)
Used: 2 - $.30/1 ip coupons (doubled)
Price: $.40 each

4 Oscar Meyer Lunch Meats @ $2 each (regular price is $4.69 each)

1 jar of Vlassic Pickle Relish @ $2.19
Used: $.50/1 coupon from Kroger home mailer (doubled)
Price: $1.19

3 Kroger Kitchen Sponges @ $.49 each (regularly $.99 each)

2 bags of Kroger baby Carrots @ $1.25 each (regularly $1.69 each)
Used: $.50/2 Kroger Home Mailer Coupon
Price: $2 for 2

8 loaves of Healthy Choice Bread @ $1 each (regularly $1.99 each)
Used: 8 - $.35/1 coupons
Price: $.30 each

1 jar of Helman's Mayo @ $3.69
Used: $.75/1 Kroger Home Mailer Coupon
Price: $2.94 (needed mayo this trip...not a great price but better than full price!)

6 cans of Ortega Diced Jalapenos @ $1 each (regularly $1.49 each)
Used: 6 - $1/1 Peelies (found on Taco Shell boxes)
Price: All 6 for FREE!

4 jars of Ortega Salsa @ $2 each (regularly $2.69 each)
Used: 4 - $1/1 Peelies
Price: $4 for 4 (or $1 each)

2 jars of Ortega Cheese Dip @ $2 each (regularly $2.69 each)
Used: 2 - $1/1 Peelies
Price: $2 for 2 (or $1 each)

2 Sunbird Seasonings @ $1 each (regularly $1.19 each)
Used: 2 - $1/1 IP coupons
Price: 2 for FREE!

2 discounted loaves of bread @ $.99 each (regularly $1.99 each)

Loreal Preference Hair Color @ $3.92 closeout (regularly $8.99)
Used: $2/1 coupon from Kroger Home Mailer
Price: $1.92
(Yes...I'm 33 and have had grey hair since I was 18...there....I've said it! lol)

4 boxes of Kellogg's Cereal @ BOGO $3.69 ($1.81 each)
(Food Lion purchase)

Total Price Before Sales and Coupons:

$185.38

Total Price After Sales and Coupons:

$57.86

Total Savings:

69%



FREE 10 pack of BIC pens at Walmart, Kroger, and other stores

Walmart sells the 10 packs of Bic Cristal Pens for $.97 each.
Use the $1/1 coupon from the 01/08/12 SS insert
Final Cost: FREE plus $.03 overage.

They carry the pens in blue, black, and red ink!

Kroger has them on sale buy one get one free ($1.99) through January 28, 2012, and they are free there as well with this coupon!

29 Food Lion Stores In Georgia Are Closing

29 Food Lion grocery stores are closing in Georgia. You can read the Atlanta Journal Constitutions article here for more details.

Here in Warner Robins, GA. Our local Food Lion stores (located on Watson Blvd. and Moody Road) are closing.

On January 18, 2012 the entire store will be 25% off.

I spoke to managers at both of the stores and the stores will be closing on February the 18th. I also verified that these stores will continue to accept manufacturer and Food Lion store coupons through the closing.

Couponing Tips:
Food Lion does not double coupons. They are redeemable at face value ONLY!
Each store has the right to restrict how many of the same coupon can be used in one transaction so please verify this information with your local store.

For most of us coupon users 25% off isn't that great of a deal but it can be depending on what you buy.

As of January the stores will NOT be restocking any items and will no longer be receiving delivery trucks. Meat prices have already began to drop (are currently at 10%) and will drop each day over the next few days. After 3 or 4 days all fresh meat items will more than likely be wiped out.
Items will go fast at 25% but when it hits 50% you will see most of the store wiped out. Have your target prices in mind when shopping a sale of this nature and please stick to your budget. Stock up where needed and be mindful of getting "caught up" in the sale!


Key items to look for that rarely go below 15-20% off at this particular grocery store are...

Baby Products (diapers, wipes, bath&body, etc)
Plastic product (cups, silverware, etc)
Grilling Products (lighter fluid, charcoal, etc)
Paper Products (napkins, paper towels, toilet paper, etc)
Specialty Products (authentic mexican food items, rare food products such as olive tapenade, certain relishes, jellies, preserves, etc.)
Bottled Water
...and so much more!

Have your coupons ready! The stores clearance prices will drop as needed. Eventually the store will be 90% off just before closing.


Good Luck!

FREE and Cheap Ortega Brand Products At Kroger

I just happened to stumble upon this deal while I was shopping at Kroger today. Right now Kroger is running a sale on various Ortega brand items. These items can be found on the Mexican food aisle.

On the boxes of Ortega Taco shells (I believe there were 12 in a box...the only box of this brand that Kroger carries.)there are pink peelies for $1 off of any 1 Ortega Item (Excludes Chilies & Seasonings).

Use this coupon to score free Ortega Diced Jalapenos or purchase other Ortega Brand products for the following prices (prices and products may vary by region)...

Ortega Dice Jalapenos
Sale Price: $1
Use: $1/1 peelie
Final Cost: FREE

Ortega Thick & Chunky Salsa
Sale Price: $2 each
Use: $1/1 Peelie
Final Cost: $1 each

Ortega Taco Shells (12 count)
Sale Price: 3 for $4 (or $1.33 each)
Use: $1/1 Peelie
Final Cost: $.33 each

Ortega Tostada Shells (12 count)
Sale Price: 3 for $4 (or $1.33 each)
Use: $1/1 Peelie
Final Cost: $.33 each

Ortega Salsa Con Queso
Sale Price: $2
Use: $1/1 Peelie
Final Cost: $1 each

Tip: If you use more than 2 of these coupons in 1 transaction the 3rd coupon+ will beep. Not sure why as there are no exclusions other than green chilies and seasonings (neither were purchased). The cashier had to manually override the coupon.

Drug Stores On A Dime: 11/27 Edition

"Drugs Stores On A Dime"

Bloggers: Each week I will post this article that allows other bloggers to link up to their great drug store deals for CVS, Rite Aid, and Walgreens.
Readers: Be sure to click on each link to read what the other bloggers have found to save you money this week! Often you will find different scenarios and items on various blogs!


Please leave any links to your coupon match-ups, weekly sales, scenarios, and clearance finds!

Share the knowledge!

"As one we can find good deals but together we can find grand deals" L.M.