Couponing!

So, I tried it... and although I know I didn't do as good as the "pros," I'm proud. I look forward to posting deals MUCH better than these and learning how to MAKE IT HAPPEN! :) It's exciting!


CVS-- Total: $39.54. Regular price, $137.09. 71% savings! This was my first stop, and I must admit that I wanted to quit and go home after it. I realized that I should've done my transactions differently and I would've saved $10.00. $29.54 would've been a much better deal. Needless to say, I wasn't happy about it. Oh well-- it was my first try. I got $13.99 in ECBs to use on next transactions.

Rite Aid-- Total: $19.46 The first transaction was the best deal. I got 2 packs of Orbit gum, GE bulbs, and 2 Spray n Wash for $7.32. The Spray n Wash(which is handy around our house-- I use a bottle in 2 weeks) is $5.49each before sale/coupons. So, I thought I got a great deal. Also, I got $2.99 back to use on my next transaction. Which is where I ruined my great deal. After a day of shopping, I remembered that we were completely out of shampoo and in desperate need of a sharp razor! I had coupons and the register rewards (2.99), so I decided to stop by Rite Aid again on our way home. That's when I paid $11.45 for shampoo, conditioner, and razors. Oh well, it was there or Winn Dixie. I got $2.99 in Register Rewards to use on next transaction and earned $17.16 of the $100 required to earn a free $20 in RR. It shouldn't take long to reach $100.

Walgreens-- Total: $15.84. I got $5.50 back in WAGS to use on next transaction.


Winn Dixie--Total: $59.70. Before savings, $120.20. Everything in the above 2 pictures is what I bought. 50% savings. By the way, the two turkeys were nearly FREE. I paid $1.58 for them! Regular $16 a piece!

Walmart--Total: $26.09. Before savings, $64.67. 60% savings.

Overall, I bought $390 of products and paid $160 for 60% savings. I'm sure I could've done better, but I'm a beginner and don't think I did too bad.