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Friday, April 13, 2012

Spring Project: Completing a DIY First Aid Kit

While working on my DIY First Aid Kit, some thunderstorms rolled through and it became apparent that I also wasn't prepared for a tornado warning. That's also when I realized that for the first time EVER IN MY LIFE, I don't have access to a below ground shelter at home!!! YIKES

As part of being prepared, I'd like to encourage everyone to install a radio tuning ap on the smartphone. I found Tune In which allows users to live stream local radio stations. This way, no matter where you are, if you have a cell phone and a connection, you'll be able to listen to radio weather reports. You can't pick up NOAA weather radio, but during a weather emergency many radio stations, especially talk, will interrupt programming to broadcast weather reports.

Up Next: Scouring your home for First Aid/Tornado Prep items you already have.

Monday, April 9, 2012

Win A Year of Movie Rentals From Redbox


Every day, text LAUGHS to 727272 to enter for your chance to win a year of free movie nights from Redbox. You can enter each day and if you win, you'll receive 52 free rentals!


Wednesday, March 28, 2012

New $80 in Hasbro Printables


Hasbro Play Saver has just released $80 in printable coupons.

These include savings on things like games, playdo, dolls and trucks.
Use these to save on stuffing Easter baskets or gifts for all those spring birthdays!

Saturday, March 24, 2012

Hurry to Fred's Today for $0.25 Bounty Basic Single Roll Paper Towels


If you're out shopping and near a Fred's, swing in with the $0.25/1 Bounty Towels or Napkins from the 3/4 P&G Insert.

Here's the deal:
Bounty Basic Single Rolls $0.75 (on sale)
$0.25/1 (3/4 P&G) (doubles on Saturday only)
Final price: $0.25 each

Note: Freds will only double ONE like coupon per customer per day. So you'll only be able to pick up one at this price.

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Spring Project: Completing a DIY First Aid Kit

This spring, my goal is to have a complete, stocked first aid kit. I normally have one on hand, and extra supplies in back stock, but I've been relying on those bandages and triple antibiotic supplies. Now they've dwindled.

So, join me as I try to identify sales and use coupons to have a completely stocked first aid kit, without cheating and buying a pre-filled kit!

Lets start with a good list of what to include. Here's a nice printable version from Organized Home. I personally like this one better than the one from the American Red Cross, so it is what I'll be working from, but since it doesn't include information on quantity, I'll refer to this one from the Red Cross to make sure I have enough of everything.

Catalina Alert - Ore-Ida Potatoes (Kroger) Through April 15


Now through April 15, Earn up to a $3.00 catalina when you purchase Ore-Ida Frozen Potato Products (you know... fries, tater tots, hash browns, etc).

Here's the breakdown:
Buy 2 = $1.00 catalina
Buy 3 = $2.00 catalina
Buy 4 or more = $3.00 catalina

Currently there are no coupons for Ore-Ida and they are NOT part of the $5 off when you buy 10 promotion. However, they are frequently included in Kroger promotions, so keep your eyes peeled (hee hee, bad pun intended).

Remember, when buying items that will produce a catalina coupon, do separate transactions and ring them up in your first transaction. Then use the catalina to bring down the total on your second transaction. Plus, you won't have to worry about forgetting to use it before it expires.

Not familiar with catalinas?
Think of a catalina as "Store Credit." It's only good at the store where you received it, BUT it can be used on ANY purchase (with a few exceptions, usually for things like beer or cigarettes). And your purchase must be for at least the amount of the catalina.

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Kitchen Hack - Keep Manicotti Shells from Breaking In Storage

Used 1/2 your manicotti shells?

Keep the empty plastic tray and turn it upside down. Put it underneath the tray that has the 1/2 of your manicotti shells to go back to the pantry. Close the box and store!

Remember to turn the tray upside down. If not, it will "nest" with the top tray and your manicotti will get tossed around inside the box.



Sunday, March 18, 2012

NEW Pampers 10pt Gifts To Grow Code


Log into your Pampers Gifts To Grow account and enter code FBSTPPKKGA3M412 for 10 points!!!



Thanks,
Totally Target


Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Need $5 Toward a Pet Food Purchase?


You're in luck because Petco has a silly, but fun little game on their Facebook page here.

Play the game, and at the end you'll be prompted for your Pals Rewards number. Enter it and a $5 credit will be applied to your card in the next 7 days.

Thanks,
STLMommy

Free Martha Stewart Living Magazine Subscription

Head over to Raining Hot Coupons and check out her post on how to get a FREE one-year subscription to Martha Stewart Living magazine.

Just what I need... more ideas!