Friday, 20 May 2011

An apology

I noticed this morning that there seemed to be many links missing-upon investigation realized that 17 or so blog posts had been moved to 'draft' status. I reposted them-so sorry if any of the links have expired!

Happy Saving
David

Oasis Juice $1 off

Here is a link to $1 off Oasis Juice.  You can usually get this juice on sale and with the coupon you should get it fairly cheap!

http://forum.smartcanucks.ca/attachm...is-save-1-.pdf

New Tip

Just got a tip from another crafty couponer...

go to websaver.ca   scroll to the bottom and click on site map, then you will see brand coupon portals.  These are hidden coupons.  This might help you.

Lisa's Tips....

So I have finally had a minute, amongst couponing to to add my 2 bits about what has been going on since we started this blog.

I have to say, I love the rush from finding a great deal. In today's world with the cost of everything going up, its nice to know that there is a way to save our hard earned dollars.  Now this is no easy task, and I will also say that this is time consuming at the best of times; but as my father and grandfather always said, "nothing good comes easy, so when the going gets tough, the tough get going!"

David and I started this blog after seeing the show "extreme couponing".  Now this show is pretty crazy, I will agree.  I mean how many bags of pampers do you need? Really?  I suppose if you have more than one baby, go for it!

So, here are are a few things I have learned in my few short weeks of doing this.

1. You MUST have a good antivirus program on your computer.  I was recently attacked by something and it did a number on the old computer.   There are many bad sites and  you won't know until its too late.

2.  Follow the other blogs, websites (some of which we have listed and will continue to list) these other gals/guys have some awesome tips as well.

3. Don't feel bad about using a coupon. The manufacturer put it out for you to use it.  So go forth!  Some cashiers hate them..haven't figured out why yet. Walmart has the best cashiers!!! too bad we can't stack!

4. Don't buy things that you don't normally use unless its the best deal ever!  (FREE)  you can then give it away.

5. Finally, and I am sure David has mentioned this...PLEASE DONATE!  We don't need to be greedy.  It feels good to give.

6. You will go through stagnant times of not finding good coupons or not receiving ones in the mail, but this too will pass, and more will come.  Be patient!

Stackable Coupon Idea

I was told at London Drugs that we can stack coupons as long as they are different and with different bar codes.  Here is a link for $2 off any stayfree feminine pads. I will use this one along with the other $2 off coupon and stack them for $4 off.   



http://www.stayfree.ca/sampling/en/coupon-print.asp

VirtaPay

Here is a way to make money on the Internet-I am going to try it out! They claim to be the new easy way for handling currency on the web!

Aveeno $3 Off Coupon

Tums/Gaviscon Offer

https://www.putmeout.ca/GroupCoupon.promo

Fill out the form and pass the word-we need 500 people to get this offer!

Reactine Coupon

With just enough time on the expiration date to get you through the summer, if you are an allergy sufferer!

Acronyms For Couponing

AC = After Coupon

BOGO or B1G1 = Buy One, Get One Free

B2G1 = Buy Two, Get One Free

B3G1 = Buy Three, Get One Free

C/O = Cents Off Coupon

CFK = Cash For Kids (coupon that donates part of the value to charity)

FAR = Free After Rebate

FREE ITEM COUPON/FPC = A coupon that allows you to get the product completely free.

FT = For Trade

HBA = Health and Beauty Aid

HV = High Value

IP = Internet Printable Coupon

LF = Looking For

MIR = Mail In Rebate

NED = No Expiry Date

OOP = Out of Pocket

OYNO = On Your Next Order

PM = Private Message/Price Match

P&G = Proctor & Gamble (coupon booklet & website)

Peelie = A coupon that is attached directly to the product to be “peeled off“.

POP = Proof of Purchase

PP = Purchase Price

RC = Raincheck

RAOK = Random Act of Kindness

SCOP = Scanning Code of Practice

SMP = Specially Marked Packages

SPC = Student Price Card (www.spccard.ca)

STACKING = Some stores allow the use of more than one coupon per item, if the coupon itself does not restrict it.

SASE = Self Addressed Stamped Envelope

SS = Smart Source (coupon booklet)

Tear-pad = A pad of coupons, usually on the shelf or display, where you tear the coupon off of the pad.

TFT = Toonies for Tummies (coupon booklet)

TMF = Try Me Free

Train = A Coupon Train.

VWT = Virtual Wishlist Train

WYB/WUB = When You Buy

YMMV = Your Mileage May Vary





Stores:

LD = London Drugs

RCSS = Real Canadian Superstore

SDM = Shoppers Drug Mart

WM = Walmart

NF = No Frills

Rexall Sales May 20th and 21st Only

Thought I would share these great deals. At Rexall Pharmacy on May 20 & 21 only get a FREE $10 GAS CARD for Petro Canada when you spend $50 or more ! Get the 2nd for just 1 cent when you buy any of these ; Charmin Bath Tissue, Irish Spring, Speed Stick, Colgate, assorted vitamins -get a FREE Bag when you buy 2 sun care products - these are some great sales!