More on the P&G promo

When I saw this P&G promo, I thought that there would be some great deals to be discovered. In years past, this has been a big stock-up sale for me. I was a little disappointed in the original list, but there are more items connected to the promotion than what is in the ad.

On PYP, they listed a few more: CoverGirl cosmetics, Duracell batteries AA or AAA 4 ct., C or D 2 ct, 9V 1 ct, Herbal Essences or Aussie shampoo, conditioner, or styling products, Olay Skin Care, Gillette Venus or Fusion razors, Swiffer Wet or Dry refills, Swiffer furniture polish

Here's my trip from today:
2 261-count pampers wipes refill
2 gillette series aftershave
1 covergirl eyeshadow
total: $15.47 and received a $5 catalina

I had $1 off coupons for everything except the wipes. Then, I used the doublers from yesterday's paper. Basically, I just paid for the wipes and tax.

Beer Rebates

Beer Rebates are unique enough to warrant their own post. Because beer companies are limited in what promotions they can offer, they put out rebates. In many states, it is illegal to require a beer purchase to redeem the rebate. Utah is one of those states. (I have one in front of me that lists AL, AR, CT, HI IN, KY, MA, ME, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NY, RI, SD, UT, VA, WV.) The rebates are on a wide variety of purchases-- deli chicken, BBQ grills, pizza, produce, TVs, bottled water, health club memberships, etc. I'd estimate that 1/2 of the food rebates are full rebates. For example, I recently sent in a Budweiser rebate for $10 back when you spend $10 on deli items or pizza. Look for tearpads with the rebate forms on beer displays in grocery stores or gas stations.

Rebates

Rebates are a great way to get a bargain. The payback is delayed, but really adds up. In the past 6 months I have submitted $242 worth of rebates. Many of those are full rebates, meaning my entire purchase was reimbursed.
I suggest tracking rebates with a simple spreadsheet. In mine, I have columns for rebate name, rebate amount, date mailed, and any other notes. I highlight them in red when I mail them in and change the font to black when I receive the check. I also scan all my submissions for backup.
Look for rebates:
online
coupon inserts
on product labels
store ads
some stores have regular rebate programs such as: Walgreens, Rite Aid, and Shopko

Maceys 4/29-5/5

Cilantro bunch $0.33
Green onions organic $0.50
Limes $0.20
Mangos $0.69
Yellow onions organic $0.69/lb
Beef London Broil $1.89/lb
Bone-In Pork Shoulder Boston Butt Roast $0.99/lb
Ground Beef, 80% lean $1.49/lb
Shur Saving Gallon Milk $1.67
Western Family Cheese, 2 lb. loaf $4.49
Lynn Wilson's Flour Tortillas, 20 oz $0.79
Western Family diced green chiles 4 oz $0.50
Western Family Louisiana Hot Sauce, 6 oz $0.44
Western Family ranch or onion dip/seasoning mix $0.44

Albertsons 4/29-5/5

P&G Promotion--Save $5 on your next purchase when you spend $20 or more on participating products (also receive a $3 coupon good on 3 select P&G products) (Prices before/after)
Charmin bath tissue 24 regular, 12 double, or 6 mega rolls 6.99/5.24*
Gain liquid laundry detergent 75-100 oz 10.99/8.24*
Pampers Baby Dry or Cruisers Big Pack diapers 60-96 ct (box) 19.99/14.99*
Pampers Refill baby wipes 180-216 ct 6.49/4.88
Pringles Super Stacks 5.71-6.38 oz 1.50/1.13*
Tide liquid laundry detergent 75-100 oz 10.99/8.24
* Find coupons for these items in P&G 4/5
Look for more coupons in Sunday's paper (5/3)

Double Coupons

Look for double coupons once again. Pages C6/C7 in the Deseret News, B4/B5 in the Trib. There are 4. Yipee!

Newspaper Article

Here is an article about couponing from the Deseret Morning News yesterday. I especially like the part about choosing the price we're willing to pay. Check it out!

Buy 10 boxes of cereal, get 36 items free

If you consider a "fair" price for a box of cereal $2, that's what I did. I did my shopping for the week using the Albertsons deals I posted earlier and paid $21 (after catalinas are figured in). Gotta love that!

Albertsons 4/22-4/28

Albertsons has some HOT deals this week. Here are the highlights on 3 promos. After the price I have listed the location for coupons to sweeten the deal. (The price I have listed is without a coupon.) If you need help on decoding coupon locations, click here. (Note: Smiths/Kroger had a special insert the week of 3/22. Only some areas received it.) Click here for the complete grocery smarts list.

Kraft/General Mills Save $4 instantly when you spend $10 on participating products, including:
Bisquick pancake mix 40 oz $1.50 (SS-4/5)
California Pizza Kitchen Flatbread melts/pizza for one $1.50
Country Time, Tang, or KoolAid drink mix canisters $1.50
Crystal Light On The Go 7-10 ct $1.50
General Mills cereal (select varieties) $1.50 (SS-4/5)
Gold Medal flour 4.25-5 lb $1.50
Green Giant Valley Fresh Steamers vegetables 12 oz $.75
Jell-O No Bake cheesecake $1.20
Jell-O pudding .9-3.9 oz $.60
Kraft BBQ sauce 18 oz $.60
Kraft pasta salad $.60
Nabisco crackers (Ritz, Wheat Thins, Saltines) $1.20 (SS-3/15)
ConAgra promo Receive a $10 coupon good on your NEXT shopping order when you spend $25 (or more) on participating products, including:
Chef Boyardee pasta 14.5-15 oz. or Microwaveable cup 7.25-7.5 oz $.60 (Smiths-3/22 slc)
Healthy Choice All Natural entrees 9-10 oz $1.20 (SS-4/5)
Hunt's Ketchup 24 oz $.60
Hunt's Manwich Sloppy Joe sauce 15.5-16 oz $.60
Hunt's spaghetti sauce 26-26.5 oz $.60
Marie Callender's Complete dinner or pot pies $1.20 (Smiths-3/22 slc)
Orville Redenbacher microwave popcorn 3 ct $1.00 (Smiths-3/22 slc and SS-4/19)
Pam cooking spray $1.80
Peter Pan peanut butter 18 oz $1.20 (Smiths-3/22 slc)
RO-Tel tomatoes 10 oz $.60
Rosarita refried beans 16 oz $.60 (Smiths-3/22 slc)
Van Camp's pork and beans $.30
Kellogg's Movie Ticket promo Receive 2 FREE movie tickets (valued at $24) when you buy any 10 participating items, including:
Keebler Chips Deluxe cookies $1.97 (RP-4/5)
Kellogg's cereal (select varieties) $2.50 (RP-4/5)
Kellogg's PopTarts 21-22 oz $2.50 (RP-4/5)
Kellogg's Rice Krispie Treats $2.00 (RP-3/15)

Earth Day Rebate

Reynolds Wrap is giving away free rolls of aluminum 100% recycled. Go here to print your rebate form. It is only available to print today, Earth Day. Then you just buy a roll before May 4 and send it in.