MARTIN’S Top Deals for the Week of November 28th

With all of the great deals MARTIN’S had over the two weeks leading up to Thanksgiving this week’s ad is a bit of a let-down.  There are still some good deals and an opportunity to earn a $5 Catalina. 

Click here to view an on-line version of this week’s ad.

Click here for information about MARTIN’S coupon policy.

Check out Money Saving Mom for my MARTIN’S top deals in addition to top deals for other grocery stores, drug stores, and discount stores from other deal seekers. 

Here is how to get the $5 Catalina (a coupon that prints out at the end of your order that will say good for $5 off your next order).  There is a list of Proctor & Gamble products in the upper right hand side of the ad on page 7 and states that if you buy $25 worth of participating products in one transaction with your BONUSCARD between 11/28/10 and 12/04/10 you will receive $5 off your next purchase via check-out coupon.  (The $25 is after in-store deals, but before any manufacturer coupons.)

Participating Products:

• Tide 2X Ultra Liquid Laundry Detergent (50 oz) – $5.99
• Use the $1/1 coupon in the 11/28 PG Insert or the 10/31 PG Insert (expires 11/30)
• $4.99 after sale and coupon
• Bounty 8 Roll Paper Towels – $6.49
• Use the $0.50/1 coupon in the 11/28 PG Insert or the 10/31 PG Insert (expires 11/30)
• $5.49 after sale and coupon
• Charmin 12 Big Rolls – $6.49
• Use the $0.25/1 coupon in the 11/28 PG Insert or the 10/31 PG Insert (expires 11/30)
• $5.99 after sale and coupon
• Downy Fabric Softener – $4.99
• Use the $0.50/1 coupon in the 11/28 PG Insert
• $3.99 after sale and coupon
• Duracell Multi-Pack Batteries – $5.99
• Use the $1.50/1 coupon in the 11/14 RP
• $4.49 after sale and coupon
• Puffs Tissues – $1
• Use the $0.25/1 coupon in the 10/31 PG Insert (expires 11/30)
• $0.50 after sale and coupon
• Cascade 2 in 1 Action Pacs – $3.99
• Use the $0.25/1 coupon in the 11/28 PG Insert
• $3.49 after sale and coupon
• Bounty Quilted Napkins – $2.69
• Use the $0.25/1 coupon in the 11/28 PG Insert
• $2.19 after sale and coupon

 

Deal Idea:

Buy 4 Tide Laundry Detergent ($23.96) + Buy 2 Puffs Tissues ($2) = $25.96

Use four $1/1 coupons for the Tide and two $0.25/1 coupons for the Puffs

You pay $21.21 and earn a $5 coupon to use on your next purchase.

I have done this type of scenario in the past where I separate my transactions and pay for the promotional items in one transaction then I use the $5 Catalina to pay for the rest of my groceries in the next transaction.

Here are what I consider to be the top deals this week at MARTIN’S.  Remember what I consider to be a good deal and what you consider to be a good deal may differ.  Please feel free to leave me a comment with any deals that you find.

Meat:

• Ground Beef (75/25) (4-5 lb) – $1.99/lb
• Fresh Whole Boneless Pork Loin (10-12 lb) – $1.88/lb (Cut to your specifications for free)
• GIANT Brand Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast (4-5 lb) – $1.79/lb
• Fresh Pork Spareribs – $1.99/lb
• Tyson Breaded Crispy Chicken Strips (25-32 oz) – $6.99
• Use the $1/1 coupon in the 10/10 SmartSource Insert
• $5.99 after sale and coupon
• Great Fish Tilapia Fillet (16 oz) – $5.99 Buy One Get One Free
•  $2.98 each after sale

Produce:

• GIANT Brand Russet Potatoes (5lb) or Onions (3lb) – Buy One Get One Free
• Unsure of Everyday Price
• Gala Apples – $0.99/lb
• Fresh Green Beans – $1.69/lb
• Fresh Kiwi Fruit – $0.25
• Fresh Florida Tangerines – $0.50

Dairy/Refrigerated:

• Coffee-mate Flavored Creamers – $1.50
• Use this $1.50/1 coupon (must register)
• Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the December 2010 Issue of All You Magazine
• Use the $0.55/1 coupon in the 11/14 RedPlum Insert
• As low as free up to $1 each after sale and coupon
• Chobani Greek Yogurt – $1
• Use this $0.30/1 coupon (must register)
• $0.40 each after sale and coupon
• Kraft Natural Chunk Cheese or Shredded Cheese– $2
• Buy 2 and use this $1/2 coupon (must register)
• $1.50 each after sale and coupon

Grocery:

• San Giorgio Pasta – $1
• Buy 2 boxes of the Quick Cook Pasta and use the $1/2 coupon in the 10/3 SmartSource Insert
• $0.50 each after sale and coupon
• Ragu Pasta Sauce (45 oz jar) – $2.50
• Buy 2 and use the Free Pasta Coupon WYB 2 Ragu Sauces in the 11/14 RedPlum Insert
• $5 for two pasta sauces and pasta
• Newman’s Own Pasta Sauce – $2
• Use the $0.50/1 coupon in the 10/24 RedPlum Insert
• $1 after sale and coupon
• Prego Pasta Sauce – $1.67
• Buy 2 and use the $0.75/2 coupon in the 10/3 SmartSource Insert
• $1.17 each after sale and coupon
• 4C Grated Cheese – $2.99
• Use the $1/1 coupon in the 10/10 SmartSource Insert
• Combine with the Buy any 4C Grated Cheese and Get a 4C Breadcrumbs FREE in the 10/10 SmartSource Insert
• $1.99 for Grated Cheese and Breadcrumbs
• Bush’s Best Beeans – $0.75
• King Arthur Flour – $2.79 (Includes Whole Wheat and White Whole Wheat)
• Use the $0.55/1 coupon in the 11/7 SmartSource Insert
• $1.79 after sale and coupon (The shelf tag said this sale is going on until 1/1)
• Betty Crocker Cookie Mix (17.5 oz)– $1.50
• Use the $0.40/1 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
• $0.70 after sale and coupon
• Betty Crocker Super Moist Cake Mix – $0.69
• Betty Crocker Ready to Spread Frosting – $1.29
• Buy the cake mix and frosting and use the $0.75 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource insert
• Buy both for $0.98 after sale and coupon
• Nestle Morsels – $1.79
• Buy 2 and use this $0.50/2 coupon OR
• Buy 3 and use the $1.25/3 coupon in the 11/14 RedPlum Insert
• As low as $1.29 up to $1.37 each after sale and coupon
• McCormick Gourmet Spices – 25% Off
• Buy 1 and use the $0.25/1 coupon in the 11/7 RedPlum Insert
• Final price will vary
• Christmas M&M’s – $3
• Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 11/14 RedPlum Insert
• $2.50 each after sale and coupon
• Bumble Bee Solid White Tuna (5oz can) – $1
• Powerade Sports Drink – $0.77 (Must Buy 7)
• Propel Fitness Water – $0.88

Frozen Foods:

• Celeste Pizza for One – $0.89
• Select New York Frozen Products – $2.79
• Use the $0.40/1 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
• $1.99 after sale and coupon

Household:

• Smart Living Soft White Light Bulbs – $0.88
• Dial Liquid Hand Soap – $1
• ChapStick Lip Balm – $1
• Playtex Gentle Glide or Sport Tampons – $4
• Buy 2 and use the $3/2 coupon in the November issue of All You Magazine
• $2.50 each after sale and coupon

Happy Shopping!

~Ann

A little of this and a little of that…..

I want to start of and wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.  Here is a picture of just three things that we have to be thankful for this year.

Natalie (4&1/2), Megan (2), Michael (3 months)

 

I wanted to share a few tips and some info that will hopefully help you as you shop with the upcoming holiday deals.

I first want to share a tip from Katie a friend, who I have known since Kindergarten.  I haven’t been “playing the drugstore game” since Michael was born, but she found a great deal that I wanted to share.

...at CVS they have SOME shades of L'oreal make up on clearance for 75% off! I've been to 2 CVS's and gotten some! Plus, there were coupons for $5 off 2 and $1 off 1 in the paper. So I just bought $30 worth of make up for $3! Yay! !

I checked the coupon database and it looks like the coupons Katie is referring to are from the 11/14 RedPlum Insert.  The $5/2 is for any L'Oreal cosmetic face product and the $1/1 is for any L’Oreal facial cleanser.  If you can find these they are not only great for “grown-ups” but to use as stocking stuffers for any teenagers.

My second tip is just a coupon tip in general.  Did you know that just because a manufacturer coupon says “Do Not Double” it may still double at the register? If you look at the barcode on the coupon look at the first number.  The coupon will double if the first number is a “5”, if the number is a “9” it will not double.  I know from experience that this is the case with both MARTIN’S and Kroger.  (Just don’t forget that MARTIN’S only doubles one “like” coupon per customer per day.)

The final thing that I wanted to share with you is about Groupon.  I had read about Groupon for a while and finally took the plunge this fall and bought my first one.  It is awesome!  If you don’t know what I am talking about here is the “Ann version”.  Groupon is a coupon that is available to a group usually for one day only that allows you to purchase a coupon to a retailer for a discount.  They are usually valid for 6 months after your purchase.

I bought a Groupon recently for $40 to The Body Shop for only $20.  I am planning on going there and buying a few gifts and maybe a little treat for me as well.  Saturday there was a Groupon for a new doughnut shop near our house – Daylight Donuts.  I was able to buy a $10 Groupon for $5.  I took the girls there this morning for a special treat and we got a dozen doughnuts for only $0.51 with my $10 Groupon.  (So, in reality I paid $5.51.)   The doughnuts are made fresh at the shop and tasted sooooooo good!

Here is a picture of what we came home with.  Can you guess which two I let each of the girls pick out?

If you are interested in Groupon check out the link.  I will let you know that if you click on that link, sign-up and buy a Groupon within 72 hours I do get referral credit.  If you feel uncomfortable with the solicitation you can just go to groupon.com.  By the way, you can sign-up for Groupon in your area if you live outside of Richmond.  There are both local merchants (like the doughnut shop) and national retailers (like The Body Shop) who participate.

 

Happy Shopping and Happy Thanksgiving!

~Ann

MARTIN’S Top Deals for the Week of November 21st

It is finally here – the week of Thanksgiving!  There are lots of great deals that will enable you to enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving Day meal for less thanks to combining sales and coupons.

I am sad to see on the front page of the MARTIN’S ad that they are going to be open on Thanksgiving Day until 3PM.  Sure, it is nice that they are closing early, but the employees deserve an entire day off to spend with their families.  (I miss Ukrop’s!)

I was happy to see that MARTIN’S still has their GIANT Brand Turkey on sale this week for $0.29/lb (with a $25 purchase), now I can get my turkey early this week so it can defrost in the refrigerator.  (I am going to try to brine it before I bake it this year.  Any recipes or tips you would like to share are welcomed.)

Here are what I consider to be the top deals this week at MARTIN’S.  Remember what I consider to be a good deal and what you consider to be a good deal may differ.  Please feel free to leave me a comment with any deals that you find.

Click here to view an on-line version of this week’s ad.

Click here for information about MARTIN’S coupon policy.

Check out Money Saving Mom for my MARTIN’S top deals in addition to top deals for other grocery stores, drug stores, and discount stores from other deal seekers.   (I have already seen some Black Friday Deals posted on Money Saving Mom if you are a Black Friday shopper.)

Meat:

• Frozen GIANT Premium Grade A Turkey (10lbs & up) – $0.29/lb with minimum $25 purchase)
• GIANT Fresh Young Turkeys (10-20lbs) – $0.99/lb
• GIANT Spiral Sliced Bone-In Ham Half or Whole – $1.99/lb
• Ground Beef (80/20) Value Pack – $1.99/lb
• Butterball Turkeys (Frozen) 10-20lbs – $1.29/lb
• Use this $1/1 coupon OR
• Use the $4 off a Butterball Whole Turkey (Fresh or Frozen) wyb Heinz HomeStyle Gravy (12-oz), Pillsbury Crescent Rolls or Stove Top Stuffing Mix Box, any 4 from the 11/7 SmartSource Insert
• Final Price Varies
• Hillshire Farm Little Wieners or Smokies – Buy One Get One Free (Regularly $4.49)
• Buy 2 and use the $0.75/2 coupon in the 11/14 RedPlum Insert
• $1.75 each after sale and coupon
• Jimmy Dean Roll Sausage – $3
• “Like” Jimmy Dean on Facebook for a $1 off coupon
• $2 after sale and coupon
• Hillshire Farm Lunchmeat (9oz tub) – $3.33
• Use the $0.35/1 coupon in the 11/14 RedPlum Insert
• $2.63 after sale and coupon

Produce:

• Clementines (5lb box) – $3.99
• Louisiana Yams – $0.49/lb
• Fresh Green or White Asparagus – $1.99/lb
• Fresh Green Beans – $1.69/lb
• GIANT White Potatoes (5lb) – $2.50
• GIANT Yellow Onions (3lb) – $2.50

Dairy/Refrigerated:

• Pillsbury Pie Crust – $2.50
• Buy 2 and use the $0.50/2 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
• $2 each after sale and coupon
• Sargento Shredded Cheese – $2.50
• Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
• $2 each after sale and coupon
• Heluva Good Chunk Cheese – $1.67
• Use the $0.55/1 coupon in the 11/14 RedPlum Insert
• $0.67 after sale and coupon
• Heluva Good Dip – $1.50
• Use the $0.55/1 coupon in the 11/14 RedPlum Insert
• $0.50 after sale and coupon
• Eggland’s Best Eggs – $1.89
• Use the $0.35/1 coupon in the 10/31 SmartSource Insert
• $1.19 after sale and coupon
• Pillsbury Crescent Rolls – $1.67
  • Use the $0.40/2 coupon in the 11/7 or 11/14  SmartSource Insert OR
  • Use the $0.55/3 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
  • As low as $1.27 each after sale and coupon
• Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls – $1.67
• Use the $0.40/2 coupon in the 11/7 or 11/14 SmartSource Insert
• $1.27 each after sale and coupon

 

Grocery:

• Pepsi Fridge Mate or 6 Pack – 4/$11 (or $2.75 each)
• MUST Buy 4
• Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice Cocktail (64 oz) – $2
• Utz Potato Chips – $2
• Ritz Crackers – $2.50
• Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
• $2 each after sale and coupon
• Campbell’s Cream of Chicken or Cream of Mushroom Soup – $0.80
• Use the $0.25/4 coupon in the 11/7 SmartSource Insert OR
• Use this $1/4 coupon
• As low as $0.55 a can after sale and coupon
• Idahoan Mashed Potatoes
• Use this $1/3 coupon OR
• Use this $0.40/1 coupon
• As low as $0.20 each after sale and coupon
• Campbell’s Gravy – $0.50
• Buy 4 and use the $0.40/4 coupon in the 10/31 SmartSource Insert
• $0.30 each after sale and coupon
• Bruce’s Cut Yams (40oz) – $1.99
• Stove Top Stuffing – $1.25
• Buy 2 and use this $1/2 coupon
• $0.75 a box after sale and coupon
• King Arthur Flour – $2.79 (Includes Whole Wheat and White Whole Wheat)
• Use the $0.55/1 coupon in the 11/7 SmartSource Insert
• $1.79 after sale and coupon (The shelf tag said this sale is going on until 1/1)
• Hanover Green Beans (38-39oz) – $1.59
• Buy 2 and Use the $1/2 coupon in the 11/14 RedPlum Insert
• $1.09 each after sale and coupon
• McCormick Brown Gravy Mix – $0.75
• Buy 2 and use the $0.25/2 coupon in the 11/7 RedPlum Insert
• $0.50 each after sale and coupon
• Swanson Chicken Broth (32oz) – $2
• Buy 3 and use the $1/3 coupon in the 11/7 SmartSource Insert
• $1.67 each after sale and coupon
• GIANT Cranberry Sauce – $0.89
• Wesson Oil (48 oz) – $2.50
• Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
• Combine with MARTIN’S promotion for a FREE 5-lb bag of Gold-Medal All-Purpose Flour when you buy 2 bottles of Wesson Oil
• $2 each after sale and coupon plus a bag of flour
• Hershey’s Baking Chips or Heath Bits – $2
• Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
• $1.50 each after sale and coupon
• Betty Crocker Cookie Mix (17.5 oz)– $1.50
• Use the $0.40/1 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
• $0.70 after sale and coupon
• Betty Crocker Cake Mix – $1.49
• Betty Crocker Ready to Spread Frosting – $1.29
• Buy the cake mix and frosting and use the $0.75 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource insert
• Buy both for $1.78
• Pillsbury Classic Brownie Mix – $1
• $0.40/1 coupon in the 11/7 RedPlum Insert
• $0.20 after sale and coupon
• Coca-Cola (2L) – $0.89 (MUST Buy 5)
• Starbucks Coffee – $6.99
• Use the $1/1 coupon in the 11/21 SmartSource Insert
• $5.99 after sale and coupon
• Canada Dry, 7Up, A&W, or Sunkist (2L) – $1

Frozen Foods:

• Green Giant Boxed Vegetables (7-10 oz) – $1
• Buy 3 and use the $0.60/3 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
• $0.67 each after sale and coupon
• Turkey Hill Ice Cream – $1.99
• Mrs. Smith’s Pies (8–inch) – $2.99
• Cool Whip (8 oz) – $1
• Birds Eye Steamfresh Vegetables – $1.67
• Buy 1 and use the coupon in the 10/24 SmartSource Insert for a Free Steamfresh Lightly Sauced or Whole Grain Blend When You Buy Birds Eye Steamfresh
• $0.84 each after sale and coupon
• Sister Schubert’s Dinner Rolls – $3
• Use the $0.50/1 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
• $2 after sale and coupon
• Rhodes White Dinner Rolls – $3.79
• Use the $1/1 coupon in the 11/14 RedPlum Insert
• $2.79 after sale and coupon

Household:

• Arm & Hammer Laundry Detergent – Buy One Get One Free
• Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 9/19 SmartSource Insert
• Unsure of Final Price
• Smart Living Kitchen Gadgets or Tools – Buy One Get One Free
• Varies

Happy Shopping & Happy Thanksgiving!

~Ann

MARTIN’S Top Deals for the Week of November 14th

I love the holidays!  I love being able to spend time together with family, I enjoy reflecting on all of the things that we have to be thankful for, and I love the sales and coupons that are released for all of the holiday eating! 

I would like to mention that in the spirit of giving if you have extra in your pantry or if your budget has some wiggle room right now there is a huge need with local food banks.  Please consider picking up an extra can or box of a nonperishable and making a donation.

There are lots of great deals for your Thanksgiving Day meal.  MARTIN’S has on the front page of their ad a frozen turkey (10lb & up) for $0.29/lb with a minimum $25 purchase.  I think I am going to wait until next week to get my turkey.  One reason is that I still need to make room in my freezer if I get it this week, and the second reason is that I am holding out in hopes for more turkey deals next week. 

There is also a deal on the front page that says if you buy any 4 General Mills Cereals in one visit with your BONUSCARD you will instantly get $6 off.  (Excludes Discontinued Items)  I don’t know the everyday price of General Mills Cereals.  There is potential for this to be a good deal if you combine manufacturer coupons with the $1.50 off each box when you buy 4.  Here is a list of some coupons available for General Mills cereal:

• $1/2 General Mills Chex Cereals Listed: Rice Chex, Corn Chex, Wheat Chex, Honey Nut Chex, Chocolate Chex, Multi-Bran Chex Or Cinnamon Chex, Any Boxes in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
• $1/2 General Mills Cereal Listed: Basic 4, Cheerios (any), Chex (any), Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Cocoa Puffs (any), Cookie Crisp (any), Dora the Explorer, Fiber One (any), Golden Grahams, Honey Nut Clusters, Kix (any), Lucky Charms (any), Oatmeal Crisp (any), Raisin Nut Bran, Reese's Puffs, Total (any), Trix, Or Wheaties (any), Any Boxes in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
• Also check out smartsource.com and coupons.com for several other printable coupons for General Mills Cereals. 

Here are what I consider to be the top deals this week at MARTIN’S.  Remember what I consider to be a good deal and what you consider to be a good deal may differ.  Please feel free to leave me a comment with any deals that you find.

I have just recently realized that I have readers that are outside of the Richmond, VA area.  (Thanks for reading by the way!)  The prices and sales ad that I am sharing are specific for the Richmond area, but hopefully some of the deals are the same.

Click here to view an on-line version of this week’s ad.

Click here for information about MARTIN’S coupon policy.

Check out Money Saving Mom for my MARTIN’S top deals in addition to top deals for other grocery stores, drug stores, and discount stores from other deal seekers.

Meat:

• Frozen GIANT Premium Grade A Turkey (10lbs & up) – $0.29/lb with minimum $25 purchase)
• Ground Beef (80/20) Value Pack – $1.99/lb
• Cooked Perfect Meatballs (5lb) – $12.49
  • Use the $1/1 coupon in the 10/17 RedPlum Insert
  • $11.49 after sale and coupon
• Barber Foods Stuffed Chicken Entrees (10-12 oz) – $3.99
  • Use the $1/1 coupon in the 10/17 SmartSource Insert
  • $2.99 after sale and coupon

Produce:  Print this coupon for $1 off your Produce Purchase of $5 or more

• Dole Special Blend Salad or Complete Kit – $2
• GIANT Tote Bag Apples – $0.99/lb
• GIANT Russet Potatoes (5lb) – $2.50
• Fall Squash – $0.69/lb
• Fresh Louisiana Yams – $0.49/lb

Dairy/Refrigerated:

• Pillsbury Crescent Rolls – $1.67
  • Use the $0.40/2 coupon in the 11/7 or 11/14  SmartSource Insert OR
  • Use the $0.55/3 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
  • As low as $1.27 each after sale and coupon
• Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls – $1.67
  • Use the $0.40/2 coupon in the 11/7 or 11/14 SmartSource Insert
  • $1.27 each after sale and coupon
• Land O Lakes Large Brown Eggs – $2.50
  • Use this $0.50/1 coupon
  • $1.50 after sale and coupon
• Land O Lakes Butter Quarters – $3
• Buy 2 and use the $0.50/2 coupon in the 10/24 SmartSource Insert
• $2.50 each after sale and coupon
•  I ran into Martin’s quickly Tuesday night and noticed a “correction flyer” by the pile of ads saying that the butter on sale is Keller’s butter and it is 2/$5.  Unfortunately, I didn’t see any coupons for that brand.
• Breakstone’s Sour Cream – $1.29
  • Use the $0.55/1 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
  • $0.29 each after sale and coupon
• Reddi Wip Aerosol Whipped Cream – $2
  • Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
  • $1.50 each after sale and coupon
• Bailey’s Creamer (32 oz) – $2.50
  • Use the $1/1 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
  • $1.50 after sale and coupon

Grocery:

• Heinz Home Style Gravy (12 oz) – $1
  • Buy 3 and use this $1/3 coupon (must register)
  • $0.67 each after sale and coupon
• Ocean Spray cranberry Sauce – $1
• Campbell’s Cream Soup – $0.80
  • Use the $0.25/4 coupon in the 11/7 SmartSource Insert OR
  • Use this $1/4 coupon OR
  • Use this $1.50/3 coupon
  • As low as $0.30 a can after sale and coupon
• Coca-Cola Fridge Pack 4/$11 (must buy 4)
• Dole Mandarin Oranges – $1
  • Use the $0.50/2 coupon in the November 2010 Issue of All You Magazine
  • $0.50 a can after sale and coupon
• Stove Top Stuffing – $1.25
  • Buy 2 and use this $1/2 coupon
  • $0.75 a box after sale and coupon
• Betty Crocker Specialty Potatoes – $1
  • Buy 2 and use the $0.50/2 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
  • $0.50 a box after sale and coupon
• Bruce’s Yams (40oz) – $1.99
• French’s French Fried Onions (6oz) – $2.99
  • Use the $0.50/1 coupon in the 11/7 SmartSource Insert
  • $1.99 after sale and coupon
• Karo Syrup (16 oz) – $2
  • Use the $0.40/1 coupon in the 11/7 SmartSource Insert
  • $1.20 after sale and coupon
• Swanson Broth (14oz) – $0.75
  • Buy 5 and use the $0.75/5 coupon in the 11/7 SmartSource Insert
  • $0.55 a can after sale and coupon
• Glory Greens (27 oz) – $1.69
  • Use this $0.90/1 coupon
  • $0.69 after sale and coupon
• Sauer’s Spices – Buy one Get one Free
  • Use the $1/2 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
  • Final price will vary
• Lipton Cup-a-Soup – $1
  • Use the $0.50/1 coupon in the 11/14 RedPlum Insert
  • Free after sale and coupon
• New York Texas Toast Croutons – $1.25
  • Use the $0.55/1 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
  • $0.25 after sale and coupon
• Campbell’s Chunky Soup – $1.50
  • Use this $0.50/1 coupon
  • $0.50 after sale and coupon
• Nabisco Snack Crackers – $2.50
  • Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
  • $2 each after sale and coupon
• GIANT Instant Oatmeal – Buy one Get one Free
  • Use the $1/1 GIANT Brand Breakfast Item
  • Unsure of Final Price
• Carnation Evaporated Milk – $1
  • Buy 2 and use the $0.50/2 coupon in the 11/14 RedPlum Insert
  • $0.50 each after sale and coupon
• Skippy Peanut Butter – $1.67
  • Use the $0.50/1 coupon in the 11/15 RedPlum Insert
  • $0.67 after sale and coupon

Frozen Foods:

• Mrs. Smith’s Pies – $2.50
• Select Birds Eye Steamfresh Vegetables – $0.79
  • Buy 1 and use the coupon in the 10/24 SmartSource Insert for a Free Steamfresh Lightly Sauced or Whole Grain Blend When You Buy Birds Eye Steamfresh
  • $0.40 each after sale and coupon
• Select Birds Eye Fresh Frozen Select Vegetables – $0.79
  • Buy 3 and use the $1/3 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
  • $0.46 each after sale and coupon
• Select Birds Eye Boxed Vegetables – $0.79
• Green Giant Valley Fresh Sauce Steamers – $1.79
  • Buy 2 and use the $0.50/2 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
  • $1.29 after sale and coupon
• Hanover Gold Line or Silver Line Vegetables – $1.50
  • Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 11/14 RedPlum Insert
  • $1 each after sale and coupon
• Rhodes Soft Dinner Rolls – $2.29
  • Use the $1/1 coupon in the 11/14 RedPlum Insert
  • $1.29 after sale and coupon
• Delizza Belgian Mini Eclairs or Mini cream Puffs – $3.99
• New York Texas Garlic Toast – $2.39
  • Use the $0.40/1 coupon in the 11/14 SmartSource Insert
  • $1.59 after sale and coupon
• El Monterey Mini Chimichangas – $4.99
  • Use the $1/1 coupon in the 10/17 SmartSource Insert
  • $3.99 after sale and coupon

Household:

• Brawny 8 Roll Towels – $5.99
  • Use the $1/1 coupon in the 10/10 RedPlum Insert
  • $4.99 after sale and coupon
• Scotties Facial Tissues – $1
  • Buy 3 and use the $0.50/3 coupon in the 11/14 RedPlum Insert
  • $0.67 each after sale and coupon
• Libman Mops, Brooms, or Brushes – 20% off
  • Libman Freedom Spray Mop $5 Rebate

Happy Shopping!

~Ann

How I Determine a Good Deal – Part III: Establishing a Price Book & Stockpiling

 

(One corner of my pantry)

I started this series to explain this statement that I post in my weekly MARTIN’S coupon match-ups. 

Here are what I consider to be the top deals this week at MARTIN’S.  Remember what I consider to be a good deal and what you consider to be a good deal may differ.

I explained in Part I how I was once a “blind shopper”.  I talked about understanding prices and when items are usually at their lowest price in Part II.  I now want to finally talk about how I have come to decide what is the best price for an item and when to buy extra and build a stockpile.

Figuring out the lowest price and when to buy things in larger quantities takes some time.  It has taken me several years to figure out the best deal and to figure out how much of an item I need to buy to hold us over until the next sale.  This is always going to be something that I am going to have to work at and continue to adjust as our children get older and the needs and eating patterns of our family change. 

There is the possibility that my little ones eat  “x”.  I then find it on a good sale and buy 10 boxes of “x” and they decide they don’t like it anymore.  (That happened with Megan when she was eating rice cereal.  I stocked up on a large quantity and then once she started eating more solids and finger foods she didn’t want rice cereal any longer.  I ended up giving my stockpile to another mom at our church.)

So, how did I start to realize what was a really low price and and a good time to buy additional quantities?  I started looking at other blogs and websites and using their comments on prices as an initial guide.  I had already started to realize the seasonal and holiday trends, but this was when the concept of sales cycles really started to occur to me.  I began to pay closer attention to the unit price versus the sticker price.  (Unit price is the amount per the measurement such as oz, ml, or lb.)  I began to understand that it really can be less expensive to use five $0.50/1 coupon for rice on the 1lb package that was a little over $1 and buy five bags than it was to use one coupon on a 5lb bag that cost more.

Determining your price points is going to be specific for you and your family.  We have allergies and don’t have any pets.  I don’t have any idea what is a good price for pet food.  I choose to buy some organic products.  These items do sometimes cost more, but that is a personal decision that I have made for what is best for our family.  (You may not have the same feeling and that is ok.)  There are condiments or spices that I don’t buy on a regular basis and I don’t know what the best price is.  I had to stop beating myself up about trying to get the absolute lowest price on absolutely everything I buy and realize that I save the most on the things that we use the most.

Having a stockpile of items that you use on a regular basis can not only save you money it can make your life easier.  I have three children under the age of 5 so making a quick trip to the grocery store for one or two things is not an easy task for me right now.  Having a stockpile allows me flexibility in our meals if our day doesn’t go as I had planned. I have been able to share my stockpile with lots of people and not just food drives.  I have shared things with missionaries back in the U.S. on furlough who don’t want to buy things like ketchup, mustard, or mayonnaise.  I had my new sister-in-law and brother come shop out of my pantry to help them get their pantry started.  Having a stockpile means that I have the ingredients on hand to make brownies or cupcakes at the last minute for preschool or for an event at our church.  I have also been able to make meals for new moms with the majority of it coming from my stockpile items.  It is nice to be able to share, and they are getting the same brownies whether I paid $1.50 a box or $0.50 a box for the mix.

Here is just an idea of the target price I try not to exceed on the items I stockpile.  I can sometimes find them for even less, or free, if that is the case I buy as many as I can.

Rice: $0.25/lb

Pasta: $0.50/lb

Canned Fruit (Mandarin Oranges or Pineapple): $0.50 a can

Spaghetti Sauce: ~$1 a jar (depends on the brand)

Canned Tomatoes: $0.35 a can

Tomato Sauce or Paste: $0.25 a can

Canned Soup (Tomato or Chicken Noodle): $0.35

Canned Soup (Cream of Mushroom) : $0.50

Cake Mixes: $0.50

Cake Frosting: $0.50

Brownie Mixes: $0.50

Canned Beans: $0.60

Cereal: ~$1 a box (for the smaller boxes, I will pay ~$1.25 for  a medium sized box)

Crackers: $1.50 a box

Oatmeal (Quick Oats): $0.50 a container

Oatmeal (Instant): $0.75 a box

Peanut Butter: $1

Jelly: $1

Barbecue Sauce: $0.25 a bottle

Salad Dressing: $0.50 a bottle

Ketchup: $0.75 a bottle

Mustard: $0.50 a bottle

Mayonnaise: $1 a jar

Meat Marinades: $0.50 a bottle

Taco Seasoning Packets: $0.25 each

Sour Cream: $0.75 (for 16 oz)

Butter: $1.99/lb (the prices of butter can really fluctuate)

Refrigerated Cookie Dough: $1

Cheese: $0.50 (for 6-8oz)

American Cheese: $1 (24 slices)

Organic Milk: $2.50 (a half-gallon)

Yogurt: $0.25 (for a 6oz cup)

Coffee Creamer: $0.50 (for 1 oz)

Frozen Vegetables: $0.65 a bag

Ground Beef (85/15 or leaner): $1.99/lb

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast: $1.99/lb

Bone-in Chicken Breast: $0.99/lb

London Broil (Top Round): $1.99/lb

Pork (Tenderloin or Chops): $1.79/lb

Apples: $0.99/lb

Organic Apples: $1.49/lb

Grapes: $0.99/lb

Strawberries: $1.99/lb

Peaches: $0.79/lb

One last thing that I would like to mention is that it is important even when you are building your stockpile that you still stay within your means.  It is easy to get caught up in that shoppers high of finding a great deal and blow your budget when you get to the check-out.  I remember reading somewhere that going over your budget by just $2 a week may not seem like a big deal, but if you consistently go over you budget by $2 each week that means you have spent an additional $104 a year.  Building a stockpile takes time.  It may be that you allow yourself $5 or $10 off your grocery budget to go to stockpile purchases.

I hope that explaining how I determine a good deal has been helpful.  I want to emphasize that we all have different likes, dislikes, and priorities on what or how we feed our families.  I have shared what works for us at this point in our lives.  I would love to hear any feedback on what you thought about this series, what your target price is for items that you stockpile,  or ways that you determine a good deal.

~Ann

How I Determine a Good Deal–Part II: Understanding Prices

 

In Part I of this series I talked about how I was a “blind shopper”.  I didn’t realize how much money I was spending because I didn’t understand how different factors influence how the stores price the merchandise.  These things are sale cycles, seasonal items, and holidays.

 

• Sales Cycles – The majority of stores perform some sort of inventory or evaluation of how they are doing on a quarterly basis.  This is to look at profitability or how certain departments are performing.  Manufacturers also do this.  If you start to really look at sales flyers you will notice that tends to be a trend as to when things like toilet paper and paper towels always go on sale for the lowest price.  It is generally about every 13 weeks.  I have really noticed this with other year-round items such as cereal, sodas, chips, and cheese.

 

• Seasonal Items and Holidays – When items go on sale or are at their lowest price is affected by the time of year or holidays.  In the summer months you don’t see coupons or things like soup on sale very often.  Those are winter items.  So here is my list of what is usually on sale and when.  This is strictly from my personal experience.  I am sure there are other bloggers or writers who have a list, but I am giving you the Ann version.

 

• January: New Years Resolutions
  • Diet foods (such as Slim-Fast, Healthy Choice, Lean Cuisine), Peanut Butter, Jelly, Pasta, Pasta Sauce, Soup, Canned Beans, Canned Tomatoes, Canned Vegetables, Frozen Vegetables, Coffee, Tea, Oatmeal, Oranges, Grapefruit, Tangerines, Pears

 

• February: Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day
  • Chips, Dips, Chocolate, Strawberries, Pasta, Pasta Sauce, Soup, Canned Beans, Canned Tomatoes, Canned Vegetables, Coffee, Tea, Oatmeal

 

• March: Frozen Foods Month, Easter, Passover
  • Butter, Flour, Sugar, Baking Supplies, Pie Crust, Asparagus, Lamb, Ham, Canned Fruit, Eggs, Frozen Foods

 

• April: Easter, Passover, Earth Day
  • Butter, Flour, Sugar, Baking Supplies, Pie Crust, Asparagus, Lamb, Ham, Canned Fruit, Eggs, Salad Dressing, Natural/Organic Products

 

• May:  Cinco de Mayo, Memorial Day
  • Salad Dressing, Barbeque Sauce, Ketchup, Hot Dogs, Ground Beef, Strawberries, Asparagus, Taco Shells, Tortillas, Taco Seasoning, Meat Marinades, Steak Sauce, Steak, Pasta (for pasta salad, not spaghetti), Vegetable Dips, Mayonnaise

 

• June: Grilling/Picnic Season
  • Salad Dressing, Barbeque Sauce, Ketchup, Hot Dogs, Ground Beef, Chicken, Meat Marinades, Steak Sauce, Steak, Pasta (for pasta salad, not spaghetti), Vegetable Dips, Mayonnaise, Strawberries, Blueberries, Melons

 

• July: Grilling/Picnic Season, Fourth of July
  • Salad Dressing, Barbeque Sauce, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayonnaise, Hot Dogs, Ground Beef, Chicken, Meat Marinades, Steak Sauce, Vegetable Dips, Blueberries, Peaches, Plums, Strawberries, Nectarines, Watermelon, Cantaloupe, Tomatoes, Corn, Squash

 

• August: Grilling/Picnic Season, Back to School
  • Salad Dressing, Barbeque Sauce, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayonnaise, Hot Dogs, Ground Beef, Chicken, Meat Marinades, Steak Sauce, Vegetable Dips, Blueberries, Peaches, Plums, Strawberries, Nectarines, Corn, Tomatoes, Squash, Peanut Butter, Jelly

 

• September: Back to School
  • Peanut Butter, Jelly, Apples, Prepared Snacks (like granola bars and fruit snacks)

 

• October: Halloween
  • Apples, Grapes, Pumpkins, Winter Squash, Sweet Potatoes, Potatoes, Pork, Canned Beans, Canned Tomatoes, Canned Vegetables, Canned Soups, Candy

 

• November: Thanksgiving
  • Turkey, Apples, Pumpkins, Winter Squash, Sweet Potatoes, Potatoes, Pork, Canned Beans, Canned Tomatoes, Canned Vegetables, Cranberries, Stuffing, Celery, Baking Supplies

 

• December: Hanukah, Christmas, New Years Eve
  • Oranges, Grapefruit, Tangerines, Pears, Baking Supplies,  Rib Roast, Beef Tenderloin, Ham, Turkey, Dried Beans, Champagne, and Sparkling Cider

As you read over this list you may be thinking to yourself, I never realized that or put those things together.  I have to admit when I was the “blind shopper” I didn’t think about it.  But, it makes sense.  It is Economics 101 – supply versus demand.  When fresh produce is at its peak and very abundant, it is going to be less expensive. 

This is not an all-inclusive list, and just because I have it listed as on sale for that month doesn’t mean that it is on sale for the entire month or the best ever price for that item.  For example I have chocolate and strawberries listed as going on sale in February, that is because of Valentine’s Day.  It will be much less expensive to buy boxes of chocolate on February 15th than on February 13th.  The strawberries that you will see on sale in February are not going to be as inexpensive as the ones you will see on sale in May when they are at their peak for picking in Virginia.

It is traditional with lots of families to eat lamb for Passover or Easter and rib roast or beef tenderloin for Christmas or Hanukah.  Thanksgiving and Turkey are almost synonymous.  The week of the Super Bowl you will see lots of game day foods on sale like cocktail wieners, dips, and chips. 

There are also certain foods that we prefer to eat depending on the weather and what is readily available.  We eat more things like baked pastas, casseroles, soups, stews, and chili in the cooler months.  In the warmer months we tend to eat more salads, grill out more, or have picnics. 

I hope that you are able to see that when you start to realize the sale cycles and the best time of year to buy things you will become a better shopper and saver at the grocery store.

Please come back to read Part III – I plan to talk about establishing your price book and stockpiling

How I Determine a Good Deal -Part I: The “blind shopper”

I used to be what I call a “blind shopper”.  What is a “blind shopper”?  A “blind shopper” (according to me) is someone who buys the same things every week or because they are on her list and fits into what she wants to eat that week.  A “blind shopper” is the person who gets to the check-out line and says, “How did I end up spending that much?”.

I was a “blind shopper” for many years.  My mom was never a grocery couponer so I didn’t have the art passed down to me. I would buy things at the grocery store, like condiments or spices, not because I planned to make a recipe that called for them, but because I remembered my mom having them in her pantry and figured that I should have them as well.  I would buy things like chicken breast and ground beef because they were on the list.  I didn’t know what a good price was for these items, and I didn’t think to buy a second package because it was at a really good price so I could save money and not have to buy it the next week.  I didn’t have any concept of sales cycles or how changing seasons and holidays influenced what was on sale.  I would, on occasion, buy a second package of a non-perishable item if I saw it on sale.  It didn’t occur to me to buy more than that so I didn’t have to pay full price for it again it two weeks.

I was a “blind shopper” who even tried to use coupons.  I was the person who would say, “I don’t think the money I save with coupons is worth the effort.”  I actually spent more money because of coupons.  How?  I would buy the item just because I had a coupon, not because I needed the item that week. I didn’t understand the concept of holding onto the coupon until the item went on sale and getting an even better price.  I would sometimes go buy an item, like razors, because my coupon was about to expire.  I didn’t realize that generally when a coupon expires the company introduces a new coupon with a similar face value.  I also didn’t understand that you can stack store coupons with manufacturer coupons.

I also, for some reason, believed that Wal-Mart, Sams, and Costco, were always the best places to buy things.  Thank goodness I have seen the error in my ways!  I do still shop at Costco for some things, but I don’t do as much of my grocery shopping there as I did years ago.  I try to avoid Wal-Mart, unless I can get items for free.  I probably spent more money than I “saved” because of impulse buys or because I would buy a large quantity of a perishable item that ended up going to waste.

I began to see that by paying attention to prices, learning what a good price is for an item, understanding sales cycles, seasonal items, and holiday influences I can really save money.  I also saw that by combining this knowledge with understanding coupons I can save even more money.

Please come back for Part II.  I am planning to talk about understanding prices.

MARTIN’S Top Deals for the Week of November 7th

There is a special offer on the bottom of the back page which can result in some really inexpensive brownie and cookie mixes.  Here is what is shown to be included along with coupons that are available and a potential deal idea.

Buy 10 participating products in a single transaction and get $5 off

• Pillsbury Classic Brownie Mix – $1
  • $0.40/1 coupon in the 11/7 RedPlum Insert
• Select Pillsbury Cake Mixes – $1
• Pillsbury Easy Frost No Fuss Frosting $2.89
  • $0.40/1 coupon in the 9/26 RedPlum Insert
  • $1/1 coupon at coupons.com
• Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk (14 oz) – $2
  • $0.55/1 coupon in the 11/7 RedPlum Insert
• Crisco Oil (48 oz) – $2.49
  • $0.55/1 coupon in the 11/7 RedPlum Insert
• Select Pillsbury Ready To Spread Frosting – $1.39
  • $0.40/1 coupon in the 11/7 RedPlum Insert
• Pillsbury Premium Brownie Mix – $1.50
• Pillsbury Cookie Mix – $1.50
  • $0.40/1 coupon in the 9/26 RedPlum Insert
  • $0.50/1 coupon in the 11/7 RedPlum Insert
• Pillsbury Quick Bread – $2
  • $0.40/1 coupon in the 11/7 RedPlum Insert

Deal Idea:

Buy 5 Brownie Mixes and use (5) $0.40/1 coupons (only one will double)

Buy 5 Cookie Mixes and use (4) $0.50/1 coupons (only one will double) and (1) $0.40/1 coupon

Subtotal: $6.80

Receive $5 off for buying 10 items

Final Price $1.80

There is also a deal on the front page that says if you buy any 4 Kellogg’s Cereals in one visit with your BONUSCARD you will instantly get $6 off.  (Excludes Single Serve Cups and Discontinued Items)  I honestly don’t know the everyday price of Kellogg’s Cereal – I just know the price I am willing to pay for cereal (~$1 a box).  There is potential for this to be a good deal if you combine manufacturer coupons with the $1.50 off each box when you buy 4.  Here is a list of some coupons available for Kellogg’s cereal:

• $1/2 Rice Krispies and/or Cocoa Krispies in the 10/17 RedPlum Insert
• $1/3 Kellogg’s Cereals in the 10/17 RedPlum Insert
• Check out Coupons.com for other Kellogg’s cereal coupons that can be combined with other purchases
• Register at kelloggs.com for more printable coupons

Here are what I consider to be the top deals this week at MARTIN’S.  Remember what I consider to be a good deal and what you consider to be a good deal may differ.  Please feel free to leave me a comment with any deals that you find.

Click here to view an on-line version of this week’s ad.

Click here for information about MARTIN’S coupon policy.

Check out Money Saving Mom for my MARTIN’S top deals in addition to top deals for other grocery stores, drug stores, and discount stores from other deal seekers.


Meat:

• Fresh GIANT Chicken Thighs or Drumsticks – $0.88/lb

Produce: Click here for a $1 off $5 of Produce Coupon

• Red or Golden Delicious Apples – $0.99/lb
• GIANT Russet Potatoes (5lb bag) – $2.50
• Fall Harvest Fresh Squash – $0.69/lb
• Fresh Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, or Blackberries – $2.99
  • Use this $0.50/1 coupon (must register)
  • $1.99 after sale and coupon

Dairy/Refrigerated:

• GIANT Shredded or Chunk Cheese – $1.50
• Hershey’s Milkshake (12 oz) – $1
  • Use this $0.35/1 coupon
  • $0.30 after sale and coupon
• International Delight Coffee Creamer – $1 (Not in the flyer but I saw it is still on sale while I was in the store on Monday.)
  • Buy 1 and use this $0.55/1 coupon OR
  • Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 9/26 SmartSource Insert
  • Free or $0.50 each after sale and coupon
• Heluva Good Sour Cream – $1.25
  • Use this $0.50/1 coupon
  • $0.25 after sale and coupon
• Frigo Cheese Heads String Cheese (24 oz) – $4.99
  • Use the $1/1 coupon in the 10/3 SmartSource Insert
  • $3.99 each after sale and coupon
• Land O Lakes Half & Half (32 oz) – $2.49
  • Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 11/7 SmartSource Insert
  • $1.99 each after sale and coupon
• Welch’s Juice Cocktail – $2
  • Use the $0.75/1 coupon in the 9/12 SmartSource Insert
  • $1 each after sale and coupon

Grocery:

• Coca-Cola 6-packs (16.9oz bottles) – $1.99
• Select Green Giant Vegetables – $0.50 each
  • Buy 2 and use the $0.50/2 coupon in the 10/24 SmartSource Insert (not found in the Times-Dispatch)
  • Free after sale and coupon
• Francesco Rinaldi Spaghetti Sauce – $0.88
• GIANT Brand Pasta – $0.80
• Chicken on the Sea Solid White Tuna – $0.88
• Lay’s Kettle Cooked Chips or Doritos Tortilla Chips – 3/$6 (Must Buy 3)
• Healthy Choice Soup – $1
  • Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 10/17 SmartSource Insert (not found in the Times-Dispatch)
  • $0.50 each after sale and coupon
• Progresso Traditional Soup – $1.33
  • Buy 4 and use the $1/4 coupon in the 10/24 SmartSource Insert
  • $1.08 each after sale and coupon
• Canada Dry, 7-UP, A&W, or Sunkist (2L) – $0.79
  • Buy 2 and use the Buy One Get One Free coupon from the 9/19 SmartSource Insert
  • $0.40 each after sale and coupon
• Smucker’s Preserves – $1.50
  • Use the $0.25/1 coupon in the 11/7 RedPlum Insert
  • $1 each after sale and coupon
• PAM Cooking Spray – $2.49
  • Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the November Issue of All You Magazine
  • $1.99 each after sale and coupon
• Swanson Chicken Broth (32 oz) –$2
  • Buy 3 and use the $1/3 coupon in the 11/7 SmartSource Insert
  • $1.67 each after sale and coupon
• Nissan Chow Mein Noodle Meals – $1
  • Buy 3 and use the $1/3 coupon in the 10/3 SmartSource Insert
  • $0.67 each after sale and coupon
• Duncan Hines Amazing Glazes – $1.59
  • Use the $0.75/1 coupon in the 9/26 SmartSource Insert
  • $0.59 each after sale and coupon
• McIlhenney Tabasco Sauce (2 oz) – $1
  • Use this $0.50/1 coupon (must register)
  • Free after sale and coupon
• Sun Crystals Sweetner – $4.49
  • Use the $1/1 coupon in the 11/7 RedPlum Insert
  • $3.49 after sale and coupon

Frozen Foods:

• GIANT Brand Steam Ready Vegetables – $1
• Birds Eye Steamfresh Vegetables – $1.67
  • Buy 1 and use the coupon in the 10/24 SmartSource Insert for a Free Steamfresh Lightly Sauced or Whole Grain Blend When You Buy Birds Eye Steamfresh
  • $0.84 each after sale and coupon
• GIANT Brand Whipped Topping – $0.79
• Barber Foods Stuffed Chicken Breast (30-36 oz) – $9.99
  • Use the $1/1 coupon in the 10/17 SmartSource Insert
  • $8.99 after sale and coupon
• Dole Frozen Blueberries or Mixed Berries (12 oz) – $3.29
  • Use the $0.75/1 coupon in the 11/7 SmartSource Insert
  • $2.49 after sale and coupon

Household:

• Halls Cough Drops – $1
  • Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 11/7 SmartSource Insert
  • $0.50 each after sale and coupon
• CareOne Hand Soap – $1
  • Use the $1/1 CareOne Health or Beauty Item Coupon I mentioned here.
  • Free after sale and coupon

Happy Shopping!

~Ann

MARTIN’S Store Coupons

 

I was in MARTIN’S yesterday checking out some prices on a few items that were on sale this week and picking up some free items.  While I was there I saw these coupons sitting next to the customer service desk that are valid through 12/31/10.

The fine print says: “The item must be valued at $1 or more (Minimum spend must be met after all discounts have been subtracted from order.)  See Customer Service for complete list of exclusions.  Not to be doubled or tripled.  Limit one coupon per customer.”

I was able to use two coupons for two boxes of GIANT frozen waffles in two separate transactions.  (They ended up being $0.79 each after the coupon.)  I also picked up a CareOne kids Snoopy toothbrush for $0.13 after the coupon.   

Let me know if you find these coupons in a different location in your store, and any great deals that you find with the coupons. 

Happy Shopping!

~Ann

**Update – I ran to MARTIN’S real quick after I initially wrote this post.  I found CareOne Ibuprofen 24 count on sale for $1 (free after the coupon), and GIANT Quick Oats on sale for $1.19 ($0.19 after the coupon).  I had both of my girls with me so I didn’t get a chance to check out how long they are on sale. 

MARTIN’S Top Deals for the Week of October 31st

 

I have to admit this is probably the most impressed I have been with a MARTIN’S ad since they came to Richmond.  I also appreciate the change in the format of their ad.  I like it better in a portrait versus landscape presentation.  I even found several free items after sale and coupon and that always makes me happy. 

Here are what I consider to be the top deals this week at MARTIN’S.  Remember what I consider to be a good deal and what you consider to be a good deal may differ.  Please feel free to leave me a comment with any deals that you find.

Click here to view an on-line version of this week’s ad.

Click here for information about MARTIN’S coupon policy.

Check out Money Saving Mom for my MARTIN’S top deals in addition to top deals for other grocery stores, drug stores, and discount stores from other deal seekers.

Meat:

• Fresh USDA Choice Whole Eye Round Roast in Cryovac - $1.99/lb
• Fresh Whole Boneless Pork Loin (avg 10-12 lb) - $1.99/lb (will cut to your specifications for free)
• Gwaltney Sliced Bacon (12 oz) - $2.50
• Fresh Whole Pork Shoulder Roast - $0.99/lb
• GIANT Fresh, All Natural Whole Chicken - $0.89/lb

Produce:

• Gala Apples - $0.99/lb
• Fall Squash - $0.69/lb

Dairy/Refrigerated:

• International Delight Flavored Coffee Creamer (16 oz) - $1
• Buy 1 and use this $0.55/1 coupon OR
• Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 9/26 SmartSource Insert
• Free or $0.50 each after sale and coupon
• Kraft Natural Chunk Cheese (8oz) - $2
  • Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 9/26 SmartSource Insert
  • $1.50 each after sale and coupon

Grocery:

• San Giorgio Pasta (12-16 oz) - $0.79
• Buy 2 boxes of Quick Cook Pasta and use the $1/2 coupon in the 10/3 SmartSource Insert
• $0.29 a box after sale and coupon
• Betty Crocker SuperMoist Cake Mix - $0.79
• Betty Crocker Ready to Spread Frosting - $1.29
• Buy Cake Mix and Frosting and use the $0.75/2 coupon in the 10/3 SmartSource (General Mills) Insert
• $1.08 for cake mix and frosting
• Eight O’Clock Coffee - $5.99 (Buy One Get One Free)
• Buy 2 and use the $2/2 coupon in the 10/24 SmartSource Insert
• $1.99 each after sale and coupon
• Snapple Iced Tea 12 Pack - $13.99 (Buy One Get One Free)
• $0.58 a bottle
• Progresso Vegetable Classics Soup - $1
• Buy 4 and use the $1/4 coupon in the 10/24 SmartSource Insert
• $0.75 each after sale and coupon
• Skinny Water - $1
• Use this $0.50/1 coupon or this $0.50/1 coupon
• Free after sale and coupon
• Dole Mandarin Oranges (15 oz) - $1
• Buy 2 and use the $0.50/2 coupon in the November issue of All You Magazine
• $0.50 each after sale and coupon
• Idahoan Mashed Potatoes (4-4.1 oz bag) - $1
• “Like” Idahoan Potatoes on facebook for a $1 off coupon OR
• Use this $0.40/1 coupon
• Free to $0.20 each after sale and coupon
• Del Monte Vegetables - $0.67
• Buy 5 and use the $1/5 coupon in the 9/19 RedPlum Insert
• $0.47 each after sale and coupon
• McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract (1 oz) - $4.06 (Buy One Get One Free)
• $2.03 a bottle
• Newman’s Own Pasta Sauce - $2
• Use the $0.50/1 coupon in the 10/24 RedPlum Insert
• $1 after sale and coupon
• Sauer’s Gravy Mix – Prices starting at $0.75 each (Buy One Get One Free)
•  As low as $0.38 each after sale
• Hunt’s Tomato Sauce - $0.40
• Hunt’s Tomato Paste - $0.50
• Nabisco Ritz Crackers - $2.50
• Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the 9/26 SmartSource Insert
• $2 each after sale and coupon
• Dole Fruit (24.5 oz jar) - $2
• Buy 2 Glass Jars of Dole All Natural Fruit and use the $0.50/2 coupon in the 10/17 SmartSource Insert
• $1.50 each after sale and coupon (if included in sale)
• Select Swiss Miss Hot Cocoa - $1
• Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon in the October issue of All You Magazine
• $0.50 each after sale and coupon

Frozen Foods:

• Turkey Hill Ice Cream - $1.99
• Buy 2 and use the $1/2 coupon from the 8/29 RedPlum Insert - not in the Richmond Times-Dispatch (RTD)
• $1.49 each after sale and coupon
• Swanson Hungry-Man Dinners - $2
• Use this $2/1 coupon
• Free after sale & coupon

Household:

• Kleenex Tissues with Lotion (78 ct) - $1
• Buy 3 and use the $0.50/3 coupon in the 10/3 SmartSource Insert
• $0.67 each after sale and coupon

Happy Shopping!

~Ann