Superstar Barbie $3.00 (This was the original price of the Barbie doll in 1959) This is a special price to celebrate Barbie’s Birthday on March 9th. My Target had them already on the shelf and they will not last long so get there soon. This is going in my daughter Easter basket! 
Vaseline Sheer Infusion Lotion 6.8 oz $4.99 – Some people are reporting these at $4.24 and my store did not have a sale tag in them. Do a price check before you head to the register. Also look for the ones with a free trial size attached. Some of these had peelie coupons but they were expired. 
- $1.50/1 coupon from Coupons.com
- $1/1 Target coupon from the Target website
= $2.49 or as low as $1.74 in some stores!
Buy 3 Pillsbury Toaster Strudels (6 ct. boxes) $1.99 each, Get 1 FREE
Use 4 $1/1 coupons from here: IE or Firefox (you will need 2 computers to access 4 coupons)
= ONLY $0.49 per box!
Some customers are saying that Target will not let them use the 4th coupon on the free item. Remember the MFR is reimbursing the store for these coupons. If you have a problem, you can either let it go, or ask a manager. Again your mileage may vary.
Crest Kids Toothpaste 4.6 oz $1.49 (Price Cut until 4/17)
-$1 off Kids’ oral care Crest toothpaste or Oral-B toothbrush from the Target website
-.50/1 Oral-B Stages, Zooth or Kid’s Crest toothpaste or liquid gel, 02-07-10 PG insert
-.75/1 ANY Crest Toothpaste 4.0 oz or larger 3-7-10 PG x4/30
= FREE with both coupons
Total OOP for my purchase: $7.97
Take 60% off of $25 Gift Certificates when you use code BONUS. Pay $4 thru 3/11/10 only at Restaurant.com. Plus get $50 off of a hotel or vacation package of 4 or more nights at Orbitz with every Restaurant.com order! Check out my previous post HERE on this great way to save money when you eat out. The percentage off usually increases as the month goes on, but sometimes the inventory is low. We do these certificates all the time and plan on using on Friday!
I’ve wanted to update my kitchen since we moved in, almost 4 years ago! The above are before pictures I took tonight. Yes I cleaned the kitchen before I took these. It never looks this clean! I figured I should have something to refer back too when all the doors are off, plates are in the dinning room and I can’t see the oven! They are just basic cabinets and laminate countertops. I hate the red tone to the cabinets. New tile floors were done a couple years ago so I don’t need to touch them. There have been 3 things holding me back: Money, the skills and indecisiveness. I have gotten over the indecisiveness. I admitted to myself that tearing down that wall was unrealistic! I am working on the skills part and mostly it’s just getting past the “what if I really mess it up” part. Big deal, it’s just some cabinets and countertops right? ::bites nails:: With all of the internet resources out there including bloggers who have chronicled every step of the process when they did something similar, to free classes at places like Floor and Decor. Then there is the money thing. I’m planning on doing most of the work myself, with a little assistance from anyone who wants to help? Anyone? hehe. That alone will save us a ton of money. I will be buying the items I need slowly, with my coupons. Most importantly I need to commit and stop putting other things ahead of the list, like Health Insurance or groceries. Here is my rough draft of a plan. I have not laid out the specific order yet.
1) Add crown molding to the top and bottom of existing cabinets. Add beadboard to the exposed sides. I’m thinking about raising at least 2 of the cabinets to give it that staggered look. But this maybe more work than I really need.
2) Paint cabinets – I’m going for the cream antique look like this:
3) Add cabinet hardware and under cabinet lighting
4) Install granite tile countertops.
5) Replace sink (if budget allows)
6) Install glass tile backsplash. I love the tiles above but I also like the small 1 inch glass tiles.
7) Additional DREAM items – New microwave, dishwasher and oven to match the titanium refrigerator.
No decisions have been made yet on colors or styles but I’m researching now. Bookmarking website and ideas so I can save time and refer back to them later. I just informed my hubby of the “Plan”. I’m trying to make sure to do that, instead of him reading this at the same time you all do! Ok it’s in writing, I’m committed. We’ll see how long it takes me to accomplish. I’ll be sure you keep you updated on the process for those of you interested in doing it yourselves. If you’ve done any of the above and have any tips, I would love to hear them!
Here are a few websites I’ve bookmarked:
One Woman’s Cottage Life
Infarrantly Creative
The Magic Brush
Update: I got 2 papers this morning. Yah! I’m hoping it will last. :)
Remember back in February when I posted about the Times Union Sunday paper deal? I decided that I would subscribe to another Sunday paper so I could get double the coupons. Well I guess this has confused them because for the last 3 weeks I have only gotten 1 paper. AND for the last 3 weeks I have had to call and remind them that I should be getting 2. Then they send someone out to deliver it. One of the most frustrating things for me is dealing with issues like this. It’s a waste of my time and I’m sure I’m not the only mom that feels her time is precious. I paid for the service, I should not have to call every week to follow up. This past Sunday my husband said he’d take care of it. Apparently there is something about a man calling that makes them “take it seriously”. This too bugs me. OK, I’m done venting! Is there anyone else out there getting more than one paper? I’m crossing my fingers that they get it right this week.
You can check out the entire ad at IheartCVS. If you don’t have a CVS card, get one immediately and make sure your email address is registered with it. They often email valuable coupons. I find it’s easier to do this if you request them online. But if you need one ASAP you can get them in the store. If you are new to shopping the deals at CVS, you can read my CVS 411 post for helpful information.
Here are some highlights:
Freebies:
(Photo courtesy of IheartCVS)
Nivea Lip Care, .17-.35 oz, $2.99 (Get $2.99 back in ECB’s) Limit 1 per CVS card
-BOGO from 2/7 RP (exp. 3/7) (Pay $2.99/2)
= 2 for FREE
Oral-B CrossAction Toothbrush, $4.00 (Get $4.00 back in ECB’s) Limit 2 per CVS card
-$.75/1 from 2/21 P&G (Pay $3.25/1)
= $.75 Profit
Other Deals:
Renu Solution Twin Pack $12.99 (Get $3.00 back in ECB’s) Limit 2 per CVS card
- $1.00 off 1 printable coupon
= $8.99 after coupon and ECB’s
Dial Body Wash or Bar soap (8 pack) $2.88 Limit of 5 per CVS card
- $1.00 off printable coupon
= $1.88 each
Bounty Basic 6 Big Rolls $5.97 (Get $1.00 back in ECB’s) Limit 1 per CVS card
- $0.25 off 1 Bounty coupon from the 3/7 PG insert
= $4.72 after coupon & ECBs
Charmin Basic 12 ct. Ultra Strong or 9 ct. Ultra Soft Bathroom Tissue $5.97 (Get $1.00 back in ECB’s) Limit 1 per CVS card
- $0.25 off 1 Charmin coupon from the 2/7 PG insert
= $4.72 after coupon and ECBs
Downy or Bounce Liquid or Sheets $5.97 (Get $1.00 back in ECB’s) Limit 1 per CVS card
- $1.00 off 1 Downy coupon from the 2/7 or 3/7 PG insert
= $3.97 each after coupon and ECBs
Gillette or Venus Razor $8.99 (Get $4.00 back in ECB’s) Limit 1 per CVS card
- $4.00 off 1 Gillette Fusion Razor, Any – 02-07-10 PG
= $.99 for the Gillette after coupon and ECB’s
Remember if you buy an Proctor & Gamble products, keep your receipt so it can go towards the Proctor & Gamble MIR for the coupon book. The above Gillette razor will put $8.99 towards it!
