Originally posted September 1, 2010
Effective Tools are items that I cannot live without. They make my life easier and save me money. The Effective Tool itself my not have been a steal, but there are somethings I am willing to pay for…or put on my Christmas list.
We started using a sock box almost two years ago. I don't bother putting socks in the kids' rooms--all socks get matched and placed in a box near the shoes in the closet. The time and frustration savings have been amazing. The sock box works for the kids right now since Bear doesn't care what color socks he wears and, although their shoe size is different, the socks fit them both pretty much the same. I always know where the socks are and there is no running up to their rooms at the last minute!
The sock box itself cost $1. Shoe box sized storage can either be found at the Dollar Tree or Big Lots for $1, or wait for a sale. I have seen shoe box storage boxes at both Target and Fred Meyers on sale for $1 or less--no coupon needed!
Jan 11, 2011
jasmere: Kidlandia
Originally posted September 1, 2010
Couponing for Christmas, or just thinking ahead, I was really excited to see jasmere's latest offer. Currently a $70 voucher is on sale for $29 (59% off) and it could go lower. I have looked at all the customizable items you can get and have decided I can get two gifts out of one $70 voucher. I am really thrilled with the personal puzzles.
Names, animals, kreechers, buildings, transport, plants, and other stuff are all customizable! I wanted to see what it looked like so I entered Scrappy's name and put in a rainbow. Then I made the ship that is below "Scrappy's World" bigger. I can see that making this puzzle will take a while, but I can't wait until she gets it at Christmas! She loves puzzles! Dora the Explorer, SpongeBob, and Veggie Tales are also available!
I also checked out the USA Map Fine Art Print. I put in where we live and Grandma's House. I can definitely see this as a great gift with places of family named. ALL names can be clicked on and changed or moved. Since we have family all over the US, this could be a great gift. The puzzle is $39 and the Print is $29, which would work with the $70 voucher.
Shipping & other details
* New to jasmere? What we mean by "voucher".
* Vouchers will be delivered via email shortly after noon Eastern on Thursday; they will be ready to go as soon as you receive them!
* This is a single-use voucher and leftover value (if any) will not be retained by user
* Up to 3 vouchers may be purchased, but only one may be used per transaction on the partner site (why?).
* Vouchers may not be used for shipping, tax or gift certificates, and cannot be combined with other offers
* Shipping to continental US only; shipping costs typically range from $7.95-$11.95 and vary based on weight and distance shipped (rolled maps come in sturdy, protective packaging).
* This voucher will expire on January 2, 2011.
Remember jasmere bills your credit card AFTER the sale ends. At 9 am tomorrow, the sale will be over and everyone will be charged the lowest price!
Disclosure: This post does contain an affiliate link.
Couponing for Christmas, or just thinking ahead, I was really excited to see jasmere's latest offer. Currently a $70 voucher is on sale for $29 (59% off) and it could go lower. I have looked at all the customizable items you can get and have decided I can get two gifts out of one $70 voucher. I am really thrilled with the personal puzzles.
Names, animals, kreechers, buildings, transport, plants, and other stuff are all customizable! I wanted to see what it looked like so I entered Scrappy's name and put in a rainbow. Then I made the ship that is below "Scrappy's World" bigger. I can see that making this puzzle will take a while, but I can't wait until she gets it at Christmas! She loves puzzles! Dora the Explorer, SpongeBob, and Veggie Tales are also available!
I also checked out the USA Map Fine Art Print. I put in where we live and Grandma's House. I can definitely see this as a great gift with places of family named. ALL names can be clicked on and changed or moved. Since we have family all over the US, this could be a great gift. The puzzle is $39 and the Print is $29, which would work with the $70 voucher.
Shipping & other details
* New to jasmere? What we mean by "voucher".
* Vouchers will be delivered via email shortly after noon Eastern on Thursday; they will be ready to go as soon as you receive them!
* This is a single-use voucher and leftover value (if any) will not be retained by user
* Up to 3 vouchers may be purchased, but only one may be used per transaction on the partner site (why?).
* Vouchers may not be used for shipping, tax or gift certificates, and cannot be combined with other offers
* Shipping to continental US only; shipping costs typically range from $7.95-$11.95 and vary based on weight and distance shipped (rolled maps come in sturdy, protective packaging).
* This voucher will expire on January 2, 2011.
Remember jasmere bills your credit card AFTER the sale ends. At 9 am tomorrow, the sale will be over and everyone will be charged the lowest price!
Disclosure: This post does contain an affiliate link.
Effective Giving: Box Tops For Education
Originally posted September 1, 2010
I always pull the Box Tops For Education from all goods donated. Since my little ones are not in school, I give the BTFE to a school teacher at church or one of my friends' kids. The BTFEs accumulate quickly and more products have been added. Aside from cereals, check Ziploc boxes, Kotex, Pillsbury, baked goods, and various snacks from General Mills. Each BTFE is worth 10¢ to a participating school.
Until 9/22/10 Safeway is having a BTFE promotion. Looking for a "sweet" way to earn cash for your school? Buy any 4 participating Betty Crocker® Baking products at your local Safeway and you will get 15 Bonus Box Tops (Value to participating school: $1.50)! Purchases must be made in a single shopping visit and the Bonus Box Tops will print out instantly at checkout. I will let you know of any great sale match-ups!
I always pull the Box Tops For Education from all goods donated. Since my little ones are not in school, I give the BTFE to a school teacher at church or one of my friends' kids. The BTFEs accumulate quickly and more products have been added. Aside from cereals, check Ziploc boxes, Kotex, Pillsbury, baked goods, and various snacks from General Mills. Each BTFE is worth 10¢ to a participating school.
Until 9/22/10 Safeway is having a BTFE promotion. Looking for a "sweet" way to earn cash for your school? Buy any 4 participating Betty Crocker® Baking products at your local Safeway and you will get 15 Bonus Box Tops (Value to participating school: $1.50)! Purchases must be made in a single shopping visit and the Bonus Box Tops will print out instantly at checkout. I will let you know of any great sale match-ups!
Effective Giving: August Donation
Originally posted August 31, 2010
This includes items from July and August. Basically this donation cost me time: all grocery items were free (some cost a little and some gave overage) and all the drug store items were either money makers after rebate or I simply paid sales tax.
.:. 1 18-ct ob
.:. 1 72-ct wipes
.:. 2 Visine
.:. 5 Dulcolax 8.3 oz
.:. 1 Dulcolax 4.1 oz
.:. 11 Mac & Cheeese 7.25 oz
.:. 1 Chocolate Cheerios 11.25oz
.:. 20 Nature Valley Nut Clusters 5 oz
.:. 3 Ester-C 90-ct
.:. 3 chef Boyardee
.:. 4 BC Mashed Potatoes 6.6 oz
.:. 3 BC cake mix 18.25 oz
.:. 3 BC frosting 16 oz
.:. 3 Frosted Mini Wheat 15.8 oz
.:. 1 12-ct pads
.:. 3 16-ct pads
.:. 2 32-ct pads
.:. 3 22-ct liner pads
.:. 2 toothpaste 82 oz
.:. 5 razors
.:. 2 4-ct crafts
.:. 2 Pantene trial size
.:. 5 bag Rold Gold pretzels
.:. 2 pickles 24 oz
.:. 9 Gold n Soft margarine 15 oz
.:. 8 hotdogs
.:. 5 shredded cheese 2-cup
.:. 4 Land O’ Lakes butter and olive oil spread 7 oz
.:. 2 frozen veggies
.:. 2 cranberries
.:. 9 Kellogg’s Cinnabon cereal 10 oz
.:. 9 8-ct Poptarts
.:. 1 Fruit Loops 12.2 oz
.:. 2 52-ct Bounty paper towels
.:. 4 refried beans 16 oz
.:. 6 20-ct Motrin PM
Not everything is listed (somewhere in the garage is the rest of my list) and somethings are not shown. Once I took the picture and turned around there was more cereal and a few other things! Hopefully this all fits in the Civic with the kids!
This includes items from July and August. Basically this donation cost me time: all grocery items were free (some cost a little and some gave overage) and all the drug store items were either money makers after rebate or I simply paid sales tax.
.:. 1 18-ct ob
.:. 1 72-ct wipes
.:. 2 Visine
.:. 5 Dulcolax 8.3 oz
.:. 1 Dulcolax 4.1 oz
.:. 11 Mac & Cheeese 7.25 oz
.:. 1 Chocolate Cheerios 11.25oz
.:. 20 Nature Valley Nut Clusters 5 oz
.:. 3 Ester-C 90-ct
.:. 3 chef Boyardee
.:. 4 BC Mashed Potatoes 6.6 oz
.:. 3 BC cake mix 18.25 oz
.:. 3 BC frosting 16 oz
.:. 3 Frosted Mini Wheat 15.8 oz
.:. 1 12-ct pads
.:. 3 16-ct pads
.:. 2 32-ct pads
.:. 3 22-ct liner pads
.:. 2 toothpaste 82 oz
.:. 5 razors
.:. 2 4-ct crafts
.:. 2 Pantene trial size
.:. 5 bag Rold Gold pretzels
.:. 2 pickles 24 oz
.:. 9 Gold n Soft margarine 15 oz
.:. 8 hotdogs
.:. 5 shredded cheese 2-cup
.:. 4 Land O’ Lakes butter and olive oil spread 7 oz
.:. 2 frozen veggies
.:. 2 cranberries
.:. 9 Kellogg’s Cinnabon cereal 10 oz
.:. 9 8-ct Poptarts
.:. 1 Fruit Loops 12.2 oz
.:. 2 52-ct Bounty paper towels
.:. 4 refried beans 16 oz
.:. 6 20-ct Motrin PM
Not everything is listed (somewhere in the garage is the rest of my list) and somethings are not shown. Once I took the picture and turned around there was more cereal and a few other things! Hopefully this all fits in the Civic with the kids!
Effective Giving: School Supplies
Originally posted August 31, 2010
Although my kids are not in school, I have been purchasing school supplies since early July. Now that I have a nice supply, we will head over to Share House and drop them off. As with any deals, I always keep my eyes open—whether it be school supplies or items to put away for birthday or Christmas gifts.
.:. 14 6-ct highlighters
.:. 1 10-ct Crayola markers
.:. 10 24-ct Crayola crayons
.:. 1 pencil case
.:. 21 10-ct pens
.:. 8 highlighters
.:. 6 pencil sharpeners
.:. 6 rulers
.:. 3 glue combo packs
.:. 6 blunt scissors
.:. 1 15-ct cap erasers
.:. 3 2-ct G2 pens
.:. 6 1-subject notebooks
.:. 3 20-ct Crayola washable markers
.:. 15 10-ct pencils
.:. 3 12-ct pencils
I did not keep track of the total cost, but no item cost more than 20¢. Most items were 5¢ or less, some items I only paid sales tax, and a few items were worked into deals that resulted in overage or money back from a mail in rebate.
Although my kids are not in school, I have been purchasing school supplies since early July. Now that I have a nice supply, we will head over to Share House and drop them off. As with any deals, I always keep my eyes open—whether it be school supplies or items to put away for birthday or Christmas gifts.
.:. 14 6-ct highlighters
.:. 1 10-ct Crayola markers
.:. 10 24-ct Crayola crayons
.:. 1 pencil case
.:. 21 10-ct pens
.:. 8 highlighters
.:. 6 pencil sharpeners
.:. 6 rulers
.:. 3 glue combo packs
.:. 6 blunt scissors
.:. 1 15-ct cap erasers
.:. 3 2-ct G2 pens
.:. 6 1-subject notebooks
.:. 3 20-ct Crayola washable markers
.:. 15 10-ct pencils
.:. 3 12-ct pencils
I did not keep track of the total cost, but no item cost more than 20¢. Most items were 5¢ or less, some items I only paid sales tax, and a few items were worked into deals that resulted in overage or money back from a mail in rebate.
ReStore Finds
Originally posted August 28, 2010
I do love the Habitat for Humanity ReStore--wish it was closer! The whole family went today--we were looking for door knobs and paint primer. The first thing I saw was two blue chairs. I have been looking for little chairs for the kids to go outside and it's too late in the season to get plastic chairs. These chairs are perfect--stackable and sturdy. Lots of doorknobs to be seen, but not what I wanted--maybe next time. Onto the paint! The two gallon cans are the same light pink color, which I plan to mix with a deep rose miss-mixed, or "oops", paint from Home Depot for the spare bedroom/office. I don't need to be in love with the color, I just need a brighter color--it's currently a flat, dull brown. I found a large container of gray primer, but I wanted a gallon or two of white primer. I also found some stacking bins for the garage for $1 each! Professor looked around at windows and cabinets and a rain barrel. He took measurements on a garden window for the kitchen and some cabinets. As he was measuring the window, I saw a 5 gallon bucket of white primer! This is more than I need, but for $15, you cannot beat the price! And who knows, I may use it all by the time I'm done!
After getting home and measuring the window and cabinet area, we realized we would have to wait on those items. I'm a little sad the cabinet will not fit the space, but there will be more cabinets. A quick check on-line at making rain barrels and where to get materials made me glad we did not jump on the rain barrel that was at the ReStore.
ReStore will be closed Saturday Sept 4 in observance of Labor Day.
Portland Metro ReStore
66 SE Morrison St
Portland OR 97214
503.283.6247 Map
Clark County Habitat ReStore
5000 E 4th Plain Blvd
Vancouver, WA 98661
360.213.1313 Map
Hours
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday thru Saturday
donations until 4:30 p.m.
I do love the Habitat for Humanity ReStore--wish it was closer! The whole family went today--we were looking for door knobs and paint primer. The first thing I saw was two blue chairs. I have been looking for little chairs for the kids to go outside and it's too late in the season to get plastic chairs. These chairs are perfect--stackable and sturdy. Lots of doorknobs to be seen, but not what I wanted--maybe next time. Onto the paint! The two gallon cans are the same light pink color, which I plan to mix with a deep rose miss-mixed, or "oops", paint from Home Depot for the spare bedroom/office. I don't need to be in love with the color, I just need a brighter color--it's currently a flat, dull brown. I found a large container of gray primer, but I wanted a gallon or two of white primer. I also found some stacking bins for the garage for $1 each! Professor looked around at windows and cabinets and a rain barrel. He took measurements on a garden window for the kitchen and some cabinets. As he was measuring the window, I saw a 5 gallon bucket of white primer! This is more than I need, but for $15, you cannot beat the price! And who knows, I may use it all by the time I'm done!
After getting home and measuring the window and cabinet area, we realized we would have to wait on those items. I'm a little sad the cabinet will not fit the space, but there will be more cabinets. A quick check on-line at making rain barrels and where to get materials made me glad we did not jump on the rain barrel that was at the ReStore.
ReStore will be closed Saturday Sept 4 in observance of Labor Day.
Portland Metro ReStore
66 SE Morrison St
Portland OR 97214
503.283.6247 Map
Clark County Habitat ReStore
5000 E 4th Plain Blvd
Vancouver, WA 98661
360.213.1313 Map
Hours
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday thru Saturday
donations until 4:30 p.m.
Walgreens Coupon Policy!
Originally posted August 26, 2010
As a customer-focused retailer, Walgreens encourages the use of coupons by our customers in our retail stores, in accordance with the following guidelines.
Guidelines:
General
* All valid coupons should be presented to the cashier at the time of checkout.
* Walgreens does not accept expired coupons.
* Coupons and their face value cannot be exchanged for cash or gift cards.
* Competitor coupons are not accepted at Walgreens.
* Walgreens cannot accept coupons for items not carried in our stores.
* The number of manufacturer coupons, including Register RewardsTM manufacturer coupons, may not exceed the number of items in the transaction. The total value of the coupons may not exceed the value of the transaction. Sales tax must be paid, if required by state law.
* Any coupon offer not covered in these guidelines will be accepted at the discretion of Walgreens management.
Sale Items
* Walgreens will accept manufacturer coupons for an item that is on sale.
* In the event that any item's selling price is less than the value of the coupon, Walgreens will only accept the coupon in exchange for the selling price of the item. Coupon redemption can never exceed the selling price of an item and no cash back is ever provided in exchange for any coupons.
Multiple Coupons
* When purchasing a single item, Walgreens accepts one manufacturer coupon and applicable Walgreens coupon(s) for the purchase of a single item, unless prohibited by either coupon offer.
* The coupon amount must be reduced if it exceeds the value of the item after other discounts or coupons are applied. (For example, a $5.00 coupon for a $4.99 item will result in a $4.99 coupon value).
* When purchasing multiple items, Walgreens accepts multiple identical coupons for multiple qualifying items as long as there is sufficient stock to satisfy other customers, unless a limit is specified. Management reserves the right to limit the quantity of items purchased.
Buy One, Get One Free Coupons
* When items are featured in a Buy One, Get One Free promotion, up to two coupons can be used against the items being purchased, as long as the net price does not go below zero for the items being purchased.
* Sales tax must be paid for any Buy One, Get One Free coupon offers, if required by applicable state laws.
Internet/Print at Home Coupons
* Walgreens accepts valid internet/print at home coupons.
Register RewardsTM coupons
Earning Register RewardsTM
* Register RewardsTM will only print for in-stock merchandise during the promotional period.
* Register RewardsTM can only be earned for eligible items. No substitutions.
* There is a limit of one Register RewardsTM (RR) printed per offer per customer per transaction.
* Customers redeeming a Register RewardsTM against the same offer may not receive another RR.
Redeeming Register RewardsTM
* Customers redeeming a Register RewardsTM against the same offer may not receive another RR.
* Refer to Register RewardsTM coupon for expiration date.
* The RR coupon value cannot exceed the total purchase amount. No cash back and no cash value for RR coupon.
* The number of manufacturer coupons, including RR manufacturer coupons, must not exceed the number of items in the transaction.
* Register RewardsTM must be forfeited if the qualifying merchandise is returned.
* Register RewardsTM cannot be used toward the purchase of gift cards and pre-paid cards.
* Register RewardsTM can be redeemed for eligible items only. Ineligible items include but are not limited to:
*
o Prescriptions
o Tobacco products
o Alcoholic beverages
o Dairy products
o Lottery tickets
o Money orders/transfers
o Transportation passes
o Special event/entertainment tickets or passes
o Postage stamps
o Gift cards/phone cards/prepaid/Green DotTM cards
o Prescription Savings Club" memberships
o Health care services, including immunizations
o Any items prohibited by law
Print HERE
As a customer-focused retailer, Walgreens encourages the use of coupons by our customers in our retail stores, in accordance with the following guidelines.
Guidelines:
General
* All valid coupons should be presented to the cashier at the time of checkout.
* Walgreens does not accept expired coupons.
* Coupons and their face value cannot be exchanged for cash or gift cards.
* Competitor coupons are not accepted at Walgreens.
* Walgreens cannot accept coupons for items not carried in our stores.
* The number of manufacturer coupons, including Register RewardsTM manufacturer coupons, may not exceed the number of items in the transaction. The total value of the coupons may not exceed the value of the transaction. Sales tax must be paid, if required by state law.
* Any coupon offer not covered in these guidelines will be accepted at the discretion of Walgreens management.
Sale Items
* Walgreens will accept manufacturer coupons for an item that is on sale.
* In the event that any item's selling price is less than the value of the coupon, Walgreens will only accept the coupon in exchange for the selling price of the item. Coupon redemption can never exceed the selling price of an item and no cash back is ever provided in exchange for any coupons.
Multiple Coupons
* When purchasing a single item, Walgreens accepts one manufacturer coupon and applicable Walgreens coupon(s) for the purchase of a single item, unless prohibited by either coupon offer.
* The coupon amount must be reduced if it exceeds the value of the item after other discounts or coupons are applied. (For example, a $5.00 coupon for a $4.99 item will result in a $4.99 coupon value).
* When purchasing multiple items, Walgreens accepts multiple identical coupons for multiple qualifying items as long as there is sufficient stock to satisfy other customers, unless a limit is specified. Management reserves the right to limit the quantity of items purchased.
Buy One, Get One Free Coupons
* When items are featured in a Buy One, Get One Free promotion, up to two coupons can be used against the items being purchased, as long as the net price does not go below zero for the items being purchased.
* Sales tax must be paid for any Buy One, Get One Free coupon offers, if required by applicable state laws.
Internet/Print at Home Coupons
* Walgreens accepts valid internet/print at home coupons.
Register RewardsTM coupons
Earning Register RewardsTM
* Register RewardsTM will only print for in-stock merchandise during the promotional period.
* Register RewardsTM can only be earned for eligible items. No substitutions.
* There is a limit of one Register RewardsTM (RR) printed per offer per customer per transaction.
* Customers redeeming a Register RewardsTM against the same offer may not receive another RR.
Redeeming Register RewardsTM
* Customers redeeming a Register RewardsTM against the same offer may not receive another RR.
* Refer to Register RewardsTM coupon for expiration date.
* The RR coupon value cannot exceed the total purchase amount. No cash back and no cash value for RR coupon.
* The number of manufacturer coupons, including RR manufacturer coupons, must not exceed the number of items in the transaction.
* Register RewardsTM must be forfeited if the qualifying merchandise is returned.
* Register RewardsTM cannot be used toward the purchase of gift cards and pre-paid cards.
* Register RewardsTM can be redeemed for eligible items only. Ineligible items include but are not limited to:
*
o Prescriptions
o Tobacco products
o Alcoholic beverages
o Dairy products
o Lottery tickets
o Money orders/transfers
o Transportation passes
o Special event/entertainment tickets or passes
o Postage stamps
o Gift cards/phone cards/prepaid/Green DotTM cards
o Prescription Savings Club" memberships
o Health care services, including immunizations
o Any items prohibited by law
Print HERE
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