Centsible Momma is having a giveaway sponsored by Nature Valley Granola Nut. Here is the picture from her blog of the giveaway.

Sheraton is giving away a free night! Go here to enter once a day until the 9th. Nickels n Dimes said you'll know instantly if you've won. I didn't win this time, but will try again tomorrow. Let me know if you win!

Here is the letter from CVS. Essentially not a whole lot has changed that I can tell except the IP will not be manually overridden. In the past, if the coupon beeped, usually due to exceeding the price of the item it was adjusted down, but it appears that if it beeps it will not be accepted because they would need to manually adjust it.

Our registers are set to allow one CVS coupon and one manufacturer coupon per item. However, the staff should be allowing customers to use Extra Bucks in combination with other CVS coupons since these are coupons you have “earned.”

In addition, they should be allowing the use of one “offer at the register” coupon which would be an open offer of $3 off of $15 or a certain dollar amount off of a specific item. Since our registers are programmed to only accept two coupons (one CVS, one manufacturer) per item if the number of coupons exceed the items purchased a member of management will need to assist the cashier in processing the coupons.

CVS/pharmacy will accept coupons printed from the Internet. They must have a legible barcode that scans at the register. If the coupon does not scan at the register, the cashier should politely inform you that we are unable to accept your coupon. We do not allow manual overrides at the register for coupons printed from the Internet. CVS/pharmacy will not accept offers printed from unauthorized internet postings or reproductions, copies, or facsimiles.

When an item is on sale for buy one, get one free and the customer has a buy one get one free coupon for that same product, the coupon will be accepted and both items will essentially become free (plus any applicable sales tax).

Also, two manufacturer coupons can be used on a buy one get one free purchase as long as two items are scanned at the register. The system logic sees two items scanned and will allow two coupons.

Sincerely,

Kerri
CVS/pharmacy
Customer Relations
07920119

Thanks to Becky at Nickels n Dimes for sharing this! This is offered to the first 3500.


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Check out Saving in Akron for this Giveaway! 7 entries per person!

Crystal at Money Saving Mom has an other great giveaway that ends in the next 24hrs! $25 Gift Card to Save a Lot! I've only shopped there once, but what is not to like about $25 to shop there again? Leave a comment at Money Saving Mom for your chance to win one of the five gift cards. Make sure you have a Save a Lot close by first. lol If you don't maybe a loved one has one close by and this would make a nice gift.

If you and your skin like using facial wipes then you will want to check out MoneySavingMom's giveaway! Ponds has awarded her 20 packs of wipes to pass along to her readers. You just have to go here and leave a comment. Hurry, this opportunity ends in 24hrs!

Special thanks goes to HCW and fellow couponcrazies there. Check out HCW for more deals and scenarios as they appear throughout this week. Also the Ad provided by swtchks.

Edy's Maxx Ice Cream (Limit 1 offer Spend $10 get $5)
Retail: $2.50
ECB: Buy 4 and get $5 ECB
Coupon: Be on the lookout for the $1 coupons found on the freezer door at CVS or Walgreens. There is also a coupon for $2/2 from the Nestle calendar.
Total (with coupons and after ECBs): $1/4

Tone (Limit 1)
Retail: $1.88
ECB: $1
Coupon: $1 printable (ff link)
Total: 12c Money Maker!

Bayer Breeze 2 (Limit 2)
Retail: $14.99
ECB: $5
Coupon: Up to $30 off from 2/1 RP (exp 11/30)

Schick Quattro Titanium Trimmer Mens or Womens (No Limit)
Retail: $9.99
Sale: BOGOF
Coupons: two $4/1 from 8/23/09 SS
Total: 1.99 for 2

Revlon Nail Polish (Limit 6)
Sale:$3.99
ECB: $3.00 ECB
Coupon: $1/1 any Revlon Color Cosmetic cpn from 9/13SS
Total: Free +.01 overage

Lumene Spend $20 Get $5 ECBs
There is a lot of coupons on CVS.com for Lumene.
I tend to go for more natural skincare so I have no experience with this line.

Rumor has it that CVS will no longer be accepting IPs. 8-0 This information came from another avid couponer's store and also when she called corporate to affirm this. First it was said no IPs except what is from their sight and then no IPs at all. I just wanted to give you the heads up and also let you know that I emailed CVS and will post the "New Policy" as soon as I receive it.

photo credit:starbucks.com

Get a $1 coupon for Starbucks Frappuccino 9.5oz or 12.7oz bottle (IE) or (FF )

Moms Need to Know said these go on sale often at Walgreens. I'm not too familiar with the regular or sale price at other stores since I'm not huge on coffee.

The expiration date is rather long, 12/31/09, so plenty of time to find on sale.

Go to Frugal Living and Having Fun for a chance at one of two $5 CVS cards. While you're there check out her other giveaway too!

I just took this survey thanks to It's Hip 2 Save and will receive a free container of Marzetti Caramel Dip! Love it! You can see if you qualify by following the link I provided below. The survey takes about 10 minutes. Hope you can snag some also!

I highly recommend joining VocalPoint. I have received free samples and high value and "free" coupons on quite a regular basis. I and my family totally got turned onto Kashi Soft-Baked cereal bars because of this. Those aren't something I would normally buy because they go so fast around here and are rather pricey, but teamed up with a sale and a great coupon I can do.

The current free item is Olay Pro X and a 28 day supply not some little one use can't tell if you like it or not sample. ;) I'm sure it will have some nice coupons too.

Update: Last week I tried to use a $4/20 CVS coupon and it was a no go after a long discussion. I made a call to customer service and she was to direct the information to the right person. Today, I talked to the "right person" who at the end of the call said I obviously knew more about coupons than she did and she would look for more clarification.

I asked for something in writing that explained the policy and she said they are only given what is posted online. No written explanation of the term "store coupon". So as of now, I've had both local store and customer service tell me that they only except "store coupons" for a specific item that is reimbursed by the manufacturer. You and I both know there is a difference and how the process works for the most part and I find this is where the frustration is. If they only accept manufacturer then that is fine, but please don't list those separately as store coupons and get everyone on the same page because email customer service is saying something different.

If you have been able to use the Rite-Aid, CVS, Kohl's or Walgreens coupons at Wal-Mart will you please let me know so I have that information for my next conversation with Wal-Mart?

It's a new week and a new winner! If you haven't won in the past give it another try. CouponMom only asks for your First Name, Last Name and Email. Email will not be shared. Follow this LINK.

Sadly,GE, still had Reynolds in stock so I couldn't get a raincheck which I need because I didn't order my coupons in time. Ugh! I did pick up a few items though and once again photo credits will go to the manufacturers' websites.


5 Cascade $3.79 each-5 Coupons for Free
4 Pillsbury RTB Cookies $2.50 each -4 Coupons $.55/1 and Instant $2 WYB
2 Starkist Tuna Salad $1.50 each - 2 Coupons $.75/1
2 Organic Valley Milk $3.50 each- 1 Coupon $2/2
1 Swiss Tea $2 -1 Coupon $.75/1
1 Giant Eagle King White Bread-$.69
1 Idahoan Potato Pouch $1.09-1 Catalina for Free
1 $3.00 Catalina

84% Savings (includes store sales)

3 Dry Idea $2.29 each Get $1 ECB Limit 3
1 Vanilla $2.79
2 CVS Pens $.99 each Get $1 ECB Limit 2 Raincheck
2 CVS Rulers $.99 each Get $1 ECB Limit 2 Raincheck
2 20 Big Roll Charmin $7.99 each

Coupons Used
3 * $2 Dry Idea
2*$1 Charmin
$5/$25 CVS from Flu Quiz

ECBs Used
$10
$7

Subtotal:$29.60 + $1.92 Tax(before ECBs)=$31.52
-$10 Qs-$17 ECBs-$1.47 Tax Reduction=$.05 OOP
Earned $7 ECBs

So Technically this transaction cost me $10.05 since I spent $10 ECBs. The great thing though is I can once again make that amount up on other deals so sometimes it is totally worth spending the bucks down especially for certain items.

I'm quite sure this coupon would make the pouch free at Giant Eagle or other grocer's that double.If no doubles it is still a nice discount if you like this tuna; I do! I just realized the $.75/1 if for the Sandwich Ready so I hope the price is comparable to the regular. I will check tonight and update.

25 issues of Taste of Home you can download for free! Thanks MoneySavingMom, It's Hip to Save and Moms Need to Know.

Check out Sage and Savvy to enter her giveaway of Eauraganic shampoo and conditioner. Hurry last day to enter is September 22nd.

I love this set! It is sleek and modern, but could be easily incorporated into almost anyone's theme because of its simplicity. It has high reviews and is 18/10 not 18/0. I have been watching this set for months. It is normally priced on Amazon for about $100 which is still a fabulous price compared to other merchants, but every so often Amazon discounts it more. I've seen it for $93(this week), $73(just yesterday) and I believe $70(weeks ago). Today it is $55!

Go over here to get your BOGO Coupons. The limit is two. You can find the locations on this page.

Special thanks goes to one of my favorite bloggers: It's Hip to Save

I'm giving organic coupons a section all to their own. I know many shop organic and fresh exclusively so this category is dedicated especially for you.

Earthlight Natural Foods Coupons

It's been shared by Good or Free Deals that you can get this cereal at Wal-Mart or CVS for $.25 after the coupon. Go here to sign up.

If you have a little one in diapers check out MoneySavingMom. Luvs is offering 4 of her readers 3 months supply of diapers and a diaper bag. You only need to leave a comment on her blog here.

There is also information about $5/1 coupon from Luvs! I don't have any in diapers, but when I did Luvs worked well from what I remembered for both my boys and girls.

Hurry and enter now because the contest closes within 24 hours.

Stephanie from CouponMom.com is having weekly giveaways. This week is $250 and each week the amount increases. It's so easy to submit you entry. CouponMom Cash Giveaway #7

If you are not yet registered at CouponMom you will need to do so to receive her newsletters, but I believe you can still see the winners online if you decide not to sign up. This was one of the first places I learned the couponing ropes and recommend it.

Special thanks goes to Crystal at Money Saving Mom for sharing this on her blog to which I follow.

I wanted to share this with you. I found out yesterday from another blogger that Wal-Mart accepts competitor coupons. WooHoo! I wanted to make sure it was company wide so I went to their site to read the new policy which states they accept store coupons. It didn't specify exactly what was meant by that and I didn't want to leave it up to the store manager's interpretation so I sent an email with an example to clarify my question. Today I receive a response that I want to share with you. You are welcomed to copy it and take it along or if you have a tricky store you might request your own.


Thank you for your message.

Dear SavenMaven,

Thank you for your recent correspondence regarding the acceptance of coupons at Wal-Mart. Wal-Mart accepts the following types of coupons:

- manufacturer coupons (Cents Off)
- free merchandise (or manufacturer's Buy-One-Get-One-Free) coupons
- store coupons (which come from specific store chains such as CVS, Kohls, etc)
- internet coupons
- soft drink container caps

The following are guidelines and limits: Wal-Mart only accepts coupons for merchandise we sell and only when presented at the time of purchase. Coupons should have an expiration date and be presented within the valid dates. Wal-Mart will not accept expired coupons or double/triple coupons. Internet coupons should be legible and say "Manufacturer Coupon_ and there should be a valid remit address for the manufacturer and scannable bar code. For 'Free' merchandise coupons, customers will not receive cash back -- the cashier will adjust the value of the coupon to the actual retail of the item at the time of sale. In addition, only one coupon per item is permitted and use of 40 or more coupons per transaction will require approval by a Customer Service Manager. Sincerely, Walmart Customer Care For further correspondence regarding this issue, please reply to this email.

----Your Original Comments Were---- Your coupon policy states you accept store coupons. Does this include competing stores too? e.g. Rite-Aid $5 off $25 transaction Thank you for your time and clarification. Sincerely,SavenMaven

I was so happy they had the oats in stock so I was able to get total of $2.40 overage on the 12! It basically paid for the splurge on Hidden Valley Ranch that is high even at sale price and I had no coupons. Eek! I also am loving the FuelPerks as I save $.40/gallon saving over $7 on filling up.

Mfg Cpn Savings $23.10
Bonus Cpn Savings $16.90
Card & Str Cpn $18.97
Total Savings 64% $58.97
OOP $33.69

Total OOP $26.42~$58.68 Coupon,Coupon Bonus, Store Sale Savings 55%

Bigger trip for CVS to use my $5/$15 CRT and $10/$50 CSC (Coupon Scanner Coupon).
$.50 OOP~$78.99ECBs Used~$15 CVS~$10.82MQs~$46ECBs Earned~$8ECBs Left~
$121.17 Total Value

I also did a quick trip on Wednesday to pick up Excedrin $1.99-$1CRT-$1MQ=$.06 OOP

Find even more great CVS savings at "Cent"sible Sawyer!

Walgreens Quick Trip: Messed up again thinking the IVC was for $2 off each bag of nuts instead of $3/2. Disappointed in the taste of these; expensive nuts covered in cheap chocolate. Blah! I'm glad I got 4 instead of 2. lol $2.34 OOP~$8 IVCs~$23.15Total Value~90% Savings

I'm a little behind on my posts due to giving myself a migraine on Saturday. I know better, but I didn't stop to eat or take any Excedrin, the Excedrin I just "bought" at CVS. (!) I'm just going to add some pictures and brief descriptions for now and if anyone has questions please ask. I went to Kroger's and Walmart too, but no pictures and Kroger's was a bust since they were all out of Cottonelle and the Softsoap I wanted. So much for that 45 minute one way trip. lol

CVS-Two stores combined.
$1.33 OOP~41.99ECBS Used~$9.96 Coupons~46.99 ECBs Earned~$92.92 Saved~$3.67 Profit
Walgreens Stop 1
The AutoExpressions has to go back. Wrong item in the wrong place at the wrong price. Didn't do so great here. I thought my coupon was $1 off one Lysol, but it was off of two, so $4 more there and I messed up on the RR so no $2 RR. I had to call my husband for a pep talk. ;)

$10.04 oop (with return)~$13.20Giftcard~$34.15Coupons~$22.00IVC~$2.50In-Ad Coupons~
$59.38 Total Savings 86% The rebates I do not include in my totals since I factor in the GC from the previous month's rebates. Just for informational purposes I will be getting back $5 for the Kraft,$1.50 for the Electrosol and $4 for the Slimquik. I need to start staying within my GC rebates and roll my RRs like I do with CVS. If I don't have that "free" money than I don't buy unless it really makes sense.


Walgreens Stop 2
2 Transactions combined:
4 Lysol Wipes $3.79 each/BOGO Free
1 CG Eyeshadow $4.99
1 Dove Shampoo $1.29 (Clearance)
5 Aquafresh Toothpaste $14.99
$11.30 OOP ~$8.50MQs~$10IVCs~$38.60Total Value~71%Savings
Rebate on Covergirl Shadow $5.48