Sorry there's no picture (I'm still cameraless). Did you see the extra insert of coupons in your Sunday paper today? There was a General Mills insert with lots of good coupons. So, if you didn't see it, go back and fish them out of your papers!
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Who Loves Free Stuff??
So, today I got this for $.99
and this for NOTHING! That's right FREE!
How you ask? I'll tell you and you can go get them too! I got the Venus at Walgreens.
Price $9.99
Manufacturer's Coupon (from P&G this week) $2.00
Register Rewards $6.00
I got the Fusion at CVS.
Sale Price $7.99
Manufacturer's Coupon (from P&G this week) $4.00
Extra Care Bucks $4.00
These two pharmacies are GREAT for finding amazing deals like these. It takes a little time and planning and educating yourself on how these stores work. But, as you can see, it's totally worth it! These are only a few of my red hot finds today (another being pampers for $2.19). The best way to learn how to do this is host a class with at least 12 people there, and I will schedule an "advanced couponing class" for you and one friend to come and learn all sorts of cool tricks.
In the mean time, start using the grocery smarts website to save on your weekly shopping trips. I love teaching people to save so be sure to call me with any questions.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Calling all Shoppers
Yeah!! My class schedule is finally open! I am booking classes again and I'm filling up quick. To book a class call me or e-mail me and I will be happy to get you on the schedule. I actually have one opening left for this month...next Wednesday, February 11th. I know it's right around the corner, but these days, it's not hard to round up a group that wants to learn how to save a few pennies. So, if someone wants to snag that day, let me know. In the meantime, be sure and start using the Grocery Smarts website. You can find the instructions here. And as always, feel free to call me with any questions, concerns, or great shopping trips you'd love to brag about!
This Weeks Inserts
(my camera is in for repairs so sorry...no pictures)
Well, since I didn't get a Red Plum insert last week with my grocery ads, I was really looking forward to it yesterday. It didn't come. I'm not sure why...talked to a friend and she got one. I sure hope it's not a trend. I did get a P&G insert, though. So hopefully you looked through your "junk mail" and found your coupons. Remember to date them with the upcoming Sunday date (2/8).
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
My Class Waiting List
I've started an official waiting list to get on my class schedule... crazy, I know! I'll announce in a post when my calendar is open for booking again (probably late Feb, early March), but if you want to get first dibbs on my dates, please email me the following:
Your Name
Address
Phone Number
As a quick review... classes are generally held in someone's home with a group of friends and family. I require at least 8 moms to be in attendance, but prefer groups of 12 or more. I travel all over the valley and am happy to come to you! I also do lots of Enrichment Group workshops, but cannot sell the discounted Sunday paper if the class is held in a church. For booking an in-home class, the hostess gets a $20 gift card and an invitation for her and 1 friend to attend my "Advanced Couponing" workshop. At in-home classes, I also offer special discounted Sunday newspaper rates that Grocery Smarts negotiated directly with the Review Journal.
Subscriptions start at $1.75 per week for your first paper (if you don't already subscribe) then pay only $0.75 per week for each additional paper. To help offset the cost of your subscriptions, for ordering 4 or more papers at a class, you get a $20 gift card to either Albertsons or Smiths. Of course, I do take phone orders anytime. (578-1088)To add yourself to my waiting list, email me today!
If you just can't wait to learn, start using the website now. Find the instructions here.
Grocery Smarts Website Instructions
(I can also e-mail a more reader friendly version of these instructions. Just e-mail me at lindseyfutrell@yahoo.com)
www.grocerysmarts.com
A free website that will do all the hard work for you!
1. Go to www.grocerysmarts.com
a. Enter g89clf to access the LV store lists (currently store lists available: Albertsons, Smiths, Walgreens)
A free website that will do all the hard work for you!
1. Go to www.grocerysmarts.com
a. Enter g89clf to access the LV store lists (currently store lists available: Albertsons, Smiths, Walgreens)
2. Bookmark (or save in your Favorites) the page with the NV map and you won’t have to enter the passport again.
3. From the “Select Your Store” drop down menu, pick a store.
4. What you are looking at:
a. This is an itemized spreadsheet listing of the sale items published in the store’s weekly ad and is updated anytime the store changes its ad. Grocery stores run ads beginning on Wednesday mornings and end on Tuesday nights.
b. Grocery Smarts will rate each sale price for you, taking all the guesswork out of knowing what is a good price, a bad price and the best price.
c. These ratings are in an easy to understand “5 star” rating system. Four and five star ratings are considered prime “stock-up” prices and you should consider purchasing a 12-week supply for your family. Three star is representative of a “Wal-Mart” or club price. Two star is a warning that you are paying more than you might at another store.
d. The “Coupon Index” column will match you to any current coupons found in the Review Journal Sunday paper and in the junk mail you receive each week (usually on Tuesdays or Wednesdays). This index will tell you which insert the coupon was in and what week it was published. Below is an illustration to help you read this information:
3. From the “Select Your Store” drop down menu, pick a store.
4. What you are looking at:
a. This is an itemized spreadsheet listing of the sale items published in the store’s weekly ad and is updated anytime the store changes its ad. Grocery stores run ads beginning on Wednesday mornings and end on Tuesday nights.
b. Grocery Smarts will rate each sale price for you, taking all the guesswork out of knowing what is a good price, a bad price and the best price.
c. These ratings are in an easy to understand “5 star” rating system. Four and five star ratings are considered prime “stock-up” prices and you should consider purchasing a 12-week supply for your family. Three star is representative of a “Wal-Mart” or club price. Two star is a warning that you are paying more than you might at another store.
d. The “Coupon Index” column will match you to any current coupons found in the Review Journal Sunday paper and in the junk mail you receive each week (usually on Tuesdays or Wednesdays). This index will tell you which insert the coupon was in and what week it was published. Below is an illustration to help you read this information:
Pert Plus Shampoo, any $2/1 (12/31/08) SS-8/17
product description, ($) coupon value/(#) required to buy, coupon expiration date
Coupon Location (Insert-Sunday Date)
SS=Smart Source
RP=Red Plum
PG=Proctor & Gamble
GM=General Mills
5. I ALWAYS begin by selecting the “Start” button at the top.
a. This will prepare your shopping list for printing by shading all the rows in the list gray.
Coupon Location (Insert-Sunday Date)
SS=Smart Source
RP=Red Plum
PG=Proctor & Gamble
GM=General Mills
5. I ALWAYS begin by selecting the “Start” button at the top.
a. This will prepare your shopping list for printing by shading all the rows in the list gray.
6. To view the BEST, stock-up deals of the week (4 & 5 star items), click on the red star in the left corner of the list. This will pre-select all 4 & 5 star items, turning their rows white. I love this feature as it ensures I will never miss any of the best deals.
7. To prepare a custom shopping list that you can print from your computer, it’s important to know that your printer will print only WHITE rows. So, as you review the offering of sale items, by clicking on a gray row—it will turn white. If you see a white row that you don’t want on your shopping list—click on the row and it will turn back to gray. Remember, all WHITE rows WILL print.
a. Be sure to click on the top row (where all the descriptions are) so it turns white and also prints (including any other row that includes specific information or instructions about a promo).
8. When you are done and all the WHITE rows represent items you intend to purchase, click on the “Shrink” button at the top of the screen (next to the Start button). This will “hide” any gray rows from your printer. If you want to go back to the full list, click “Un-Shrink” and all rows will return so you can make changes.
9. When you are done, click “Print Now” at the top of the screen.
10.After you print your list, go back and link to all your printable coupons to print and go to your coupon binder and start clipping!
a. Printable Coupon Tips: Only 2 coupons can print per computer or IP address and if a link gives you an error or you can’t find the coupon, it was likely pulled because its run-date ended or it already reached it’s print limit.
7. To prepare a custom shopping list that you can print from your computer, it’s important to know that your printer will print only WHITE rows. So, as you review the offering of sale items, by clicking on a gray row—it will turn white. If you see a white row that you don’t want on your shopping list—click on the row and it will turn back to gray. Remember, all WHITE rows WILL print.
a. Be sure to click on the top row (where all the descriptions are) so it turns white and also prints (including any other row that includes specific information or instructions about a promo).
8. When you are done and all the WHITE rows represent items you intend to purchase, click on the “Shrink” button at the top of the screen (next to the Start button). This will “hide” any gray rows from your printer. If you want to go back to the full list, click “Un-Shrink” and all rows will return so you can make changes.
9. When you are done, click “Print Now” at the top of the screen.
10.After you print your list, go back and link to all your printable coupons to print and go to your coupon binder and start clipping!
a. Printable Coupon Tips: Only 2 coupons can print per computer or IP address and if a link gives you an error or you can’t find the coupon, it was likely pulled because its run-date ended or it already reached it’s print limit.
11. Check my blog (www.buyingsmart.blogspot.com) for daily tips, advice, ideas and motivation to keep you saving big at the grocery store!
****Grocery Smarts has negotiated deep discounted rates with the LV Review Journal (between $1.75 & $0.75 each) for the Sunday Paper, call me @
461-5386 for more info.
****Grocery Smarts has negotiated deep discounted rates with the LV Review Journal (between $1.75 & $0.75 each) for the Sunday Paper, call me @
461-5386 for more info.
My Smart Sister
This is my sister Megan and my precious little nephew Bennett. Megan and I both started using Grocery Smarts about the same time. Now days, we talk on the phone, um...at least once a day about all the amazing deals we're finding and tricks we're learning, amongst other things. I thought it would be great if she could share her words of wisdom with you too. So stay tuned....
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