Giveaway: Couponizer
The Couponizer is an amazing organizational system for anyone who collects coupons. If you spend your shopping mornings going through your big old coupon envelope or sorting through your purse at the checkout line, you’ll want this handy tool.
The Couponizer is a small blinder filled with pockets all of your coupons. Each pocket is marked according to need. There are pockets for baking and staples, breakfast items, canned good - anything you need. Plus there are pockets for restaurants, the coupons that are about to expire, the coupons you’re about to use, even a pocket for receipts.
The Couponizer also comes with scissors, a carrying case, a coupon sorting mat, a shopping list pad and savings tracker.
One of the reasons many people don’t clip coupons is because it’s too much of a hassle, The Couponizer makes it less of a hassle. Once a week is all it takes to organize your coupons and then all you have to do is keep The Couponizer in your glove compartment and purse.
The Couponizer retails for $18.00 and is well worth the price.
Would you like to try the Couponizer? I’m going to give one away! To enter post a money saving tip in the comments. Work it people. One or two word answers don’t count - drop a paragraph telling us your best money saving tip. Add your opinion to other tips posted here. The best bit of advice given to us before 11:59PM on Saturday, April 26th wins. We’ll choose the winner on Sunday.
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427 opinions for Giveaway: Couponizer
Joanne Willey
Apr 21, 2008 at 6:59 am
Great idea I would love this
Louise A Brouillette
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:14 am
Count me in…sounds great!
Michelle S.
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:16 am
I have to admit, my coupons are a ss, so this would be great.
My money-saving tip is a simple one for anyone with a wood stove or fireplace. I make my own firestarters by stuffing toilet paper tubes with dryer lint. They work amazingly well, and we save mor emoney by using Biobricks in our stove instead of wood. They burn hotter than wood and you just need one homemade firestarter to light them–no kindling necessary. Plus, they are carbon-neutral, which will save more than money in the end. Happy Earth Day and thanks for the giveaway.
Rozetta Harvey
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:28 am
I could sure use this! I have a hard time keeping my coupons organized and this sounds like it would help solve my problem. My best tip is shopping the sales (especially buy one/get one free items) and using your coupons. I always do both, and have saved up to half on my grocery bill. The last time I shopped using my “technique” I got $120 worth of groceries for $60, and you sure can’t beat that.
Shannon B
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:28 am
Combine your coupons with the sales the grocery store has going.
Susanne
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:30 am
Money saving tip: shop without the kids! I always spend more when they’re with me.
Deanna Lama
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:34 am
I shop many different stores. I cut coupons and then watch them go on sale on the store flyers(usually a week after). Double savings! :) I love the coupon book. It would fit perfect in my purse and look at lot nicer than the envelopes I use.
Christie
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:36 am
I buy bulk meat and cut into meal size portions. The cost is much cheaper than buying smaller sizes and I have meals ready with the perfect size.
Tiffany Lane
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:38 am
Never go to the grocery store hungry!!
Janis Brown
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:38 am
I use my highest coupons under a dollar with the triple off coupons from local market, and others which are automatically doubled by the market…great savings!!! Especially on my cleaning supplies!
Kathy M Whitney
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:41 am
With prices going up this would be great!
Carolyn
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:48 am
Need to get organized so count me in. ;-) Thanks. I definitley need this because I am the one that has the expired coupon when I finally see the item to buy. lol
Amphritrite
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:48 am
I think the best tip I can offer is one everyone knows: Buy low. Stockpile.
Beyond that, get good at the pantry game! So what if you don’t have peas for that pea and basil salad? Make a broccoli and basil salad instead. So what if you don’t have chickpeas for your soup? Make it with pinto beans! Be brave and don’t be intimidated by your lack of ingredients.
Sheree Warner
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:54 am
My biggest money saving tip is always make a shopping list and stick to it. Impulse buying is what more money is “wasted” on.
Kim Russell
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:58 am
My old coupon organizer is ripped and falling apart. I would love to win a new one!
Robert Coller
Apr 21, 2008 at 8:04 am
Prety Please!!!
Amy
Apr 21, 2008 at 8:21 am
My money saving tip - do not let the husband go to the grocery store! I sent him with a list that should’ve been about $40 worth of food, and he came home with everything on the list, plus $40 worth of junk (chips, soda, ice cream). He thinks we “need” all that junk. Ugh!
Thanks for the giveaway - I could really use something like this!
Robin
Apr 21, 2008 at 8:22 am
My best advice is to buy the best, most natural food you can afford and then use it wisely. Buy a whole natural chicken and make a roasted chicken dinner. Then use the leftovers to add on top of tortellini alfredo or make chicken noodle soup (or both).
Use up leftovers, even small amounts. You’ll be amazed at how much less food you need to buy.
Also, look for managers specials (usually meat that has a same day expiration date) in the meat isle. Last week I got six packs of organic, boneless, skinless chicken thighs for under $2 a pack. When you see the managers specials grab them up, freeze them, and then plan next week’s dinner around them.
We all know food prices are rising. It’s time to start using what we buy very wisely.
Angela C
Apr 21, 2008 at 8:27 am
My best money saving tip is to use both coupons and sale prices at the same time! Cut out ALL the coupons you might possible use. Even if it’s not your usual brand. For example, lotions, you always see coupons for different brands of lotions. Cut them all out. And then when you see a brand that you have a coupon for on sale, grab it, even if you don’t need it right then! Stock up!!!
pk jones
Apr 21, 2008 at 8:42 am
make lists: weekly menus, shopping lists and use sale or coupon items to get the best value. never buy small packaged items(snacks etc)
Breeni Books
Apr 21, 2008 at 8:46 am
I could really use this!
I’ve eliminated our need to purchase garbage bags by reusing the plastic grocery store bags we get every time we shop. I bought an inexpensive cabinet door apparatus that holds the bags open. Why buy bags when everyone is giving them away for free?
Annette
Apr 21, 2008 at 8:55 am
Make a grocery list and stick to it.
Lorraine
Apr 21, 2008 at 8:55 am
I stock up at the “buy one, get one free” sales.
Linda Ellis
Apr 21, 2008 at 8:58 am
use a list and stick to it as much as you can.
Jenny
Apr 21, 2008 at 9:02 am
This looks so great!! I have to say the most practical way I’ve learned to save money is with the grocery budget - by making a menu, a shopping list, using coupons and taking a calculator to the store. Oh, and paying with cash only.
Pamela Muldowney
Apr 21, 2008 at 9:17 am
I only use half as much detergent in the washer as the box says. That way it lasts twice as long.
Jenn
Apr 21, 2008 at 9:25 am
My coupons are always a mess, so this would be great!
My Advice: DOn’t shop! lol! Actually, it works for me. If I stay out of the stores, then I don’t spend money!
Carol
Apr 21, 2008 at 9:25 am
My best money-saving tip is to buy as little meat as possible. I read a book called Slaughterhouse, and it changed the way I look at meat. Reading that book has actually saved us money, and helped us stop cruelty.
brandy
Apr 21, 2008 at 9:29 am
A $ saving tip is to buy seasonal stuff the day after the holiday for the next year.
Lesha
Apr 21, 2008 at 9:31 am
I save money by going to yard sales in the spring and summer. :)
Emmy T
Apr 21, 2008 at 9:34 am
Thats funny, I am organizing my coupons while cruising the web. This thing is great, has all the things my book is missing.
Liz
Apr 21, 2008 at 9:36 am
Sounds like this would be a great help. I stock up on things when they are on sale and I buy a lot of my pantry staples at the nearby Middle Eastern market where they are dirt cheap. Farmer’s markets often have great product for good prices as well.
Mya Brooks
Apr 21, 2008 at 9:42 am
Money saving tip is simply…grow your own fruits and veggies!!!
Stacey
Apr 21, 2008 at 9:47 am
We save a lot of money by buying a 1/2 cow every year come tax time. I call up a local farmer and we always get a great deal. It seems like quite a bit of up front cash, but this year I spent around $600 for somewhere around 330 pounds of beef. So, roughly $1.90 per pound for everything from very lean ground beef to T-bones and roasts. My money is also staying local and I know how these cattle are raised, treated and taken care of.
chris swanson
Apr 21, 2008 at 9:53 am
WOW cool organizer. Boy do I need organizing. My money saving tip is always buy on sale and use coupons. I love finding coupons and I have my girls practice with their scissors cutting them out. They are getting really good now, at first only have them practice on ones you don’t really need.
Patricia Genova
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:01 am
Wow what a great product and boy could I use this. All my coupons are in a plain envelope.
Thanks for your contest!
Jennifer Barnett
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:03 am
This would be perfect for me. I’m currently 3 weeks behind in sorting my coupons.
AJV
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:12 am
Since my coupon organizer is an envelope that rips after a couple of weeks.
One thing I do is I check out the sales in the weekly flyer and (if there is time) check websites of high price items that are on sale that I need to buy and get a coupon from the company website, usually you can print them out.
CrystalGB
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:13 am
Here are a few of mine:
Use plastic grocery shopping bags as bathroom wastebasket liners.
Save the wrappers of stick margarine to grease pans,etc.
Save bread ties to use to close food packages.
At Walmart, price match ads and use with coupons to get items cheap or free.
To save gas, do as many errands as possible in one trip and roll down the window instead of using air conditioner.
Cori Westphal
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:17 am
I NEED THIS! I spend a lot of time organizing and reorganizing. It’s worth the extra time with the money I save. My fav tip is to cut every coupon possible even if you don’t think you’ll use it. Then watch the store ads. When something goes on sale or the store offers a coupon, you can combine the store offer with a manufacturer offer to get the item for little or nothing. Even though you don’t need another bottle of shampoo, your crazy to pass up the $0.25 price! You’ll use it eventually!
Roseann Kies
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:23 am
I research on-line for coupons along with my regular coupons. My store always has double coupons along with airline mileage on purchases. I win with everything combined!
Broad Horizons
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:27 am
What a cool idea! I’d love to win this!!
Money saving tip: menu plan and make as much from scratch! Both of these will not only save tons of money, but also make for healthier meals!!
Patricia Hill
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:41 am
I clip coupons and buy generic
Sheri F
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:45 am
My tip is to wait a day or two before making a big purchase so you avoid buying on impulse and make sure it’s something you really want to spend the money on.
Chrystal Davis
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:49 am
A lot of stores give you money back for using your own shopping bags, which also saves the environment! And buy in bulk the things you use a LOT of, this saves a lot of money in the long run! Hope I’m the lucky winner of this, I could use a new one, mine’s raggedy!
jane yates
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:49 am
whohoooooooo entwer me
Marla
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:55 am
My best money saving tip is asking if there are any coupons or discounts available at this time at any business. A lot of time they will honor expired coupons or codes. I used this several times at Land of Nod with email codes that had expired the day before I use coupon code. I also have used it for Lands End. Another tip for shopping online is using “retailmenot.com’s” coupon codes!! It’s awesome!
Michelle
Apr 21, 2008 at 11:00 am
My best money-saving tip is to plan my meals around items that I can purchase in bulk and save money. For example, Costco sells huge packages of mushrooms for much less than the little packages of mushrooms sold in the store. If I were to purchase a large package, but not use them all, money would be wasted. Planning a diverse range of meals over several nights that all use mushrooms, just makes good cents (grin!) For example, I might make beef burgundy, stuffed mushrooms, use them in salads, or make a chicken casserole. This also makes good sense if you are puchasing herbs, which can be expensive, yet you only ever seem to need them for one dish. Other items might include red peppers, chicken (though you can purchase a lot of this on sale and then freeze the extra), eggs for baking, etc.
julie
Apr 21, 2008 at 11:17 am
There are interesting ways to find coupons besides the Sunday inserts. I have found them in magazines and lately….”Parade” Sunday magazine that comes with the newspaper.
Also, there a ton of blogs on ways to save money.
Nichole
Apr 21, 2008 at 11:17 am
Thanks for the GREAT Giveaway!
Please enter me!
Nichole
http://blog.handmadebycole.com/
Tracy Tanner
Apr 21, 2008 at 11:26 am
There are so many money savign tips out there, but one of the best is buying bruised fruits and vegetables. They just came out with an article stating that slightly over-rip fruit and vegetables have more or certain healthy nutrients than when they are fresh.
I use them to make salsa, tomato sauce, fruit salad…I just cut around the bruised over-rip parts!
Shannon
Apr 21, 2008 at 11:27 am
I would love this. When it comes to my family we have stopped eating out all the time, stopped making purchases for items we don’t “need” and just buy the basics.
palmersf(at)bellsouth(dot)net
Alicia
Apr 21, 2008 at 11:32 am
Oh, my coupons really need a new home!
My money saving tip is to make my own baby products. I have always made my own baby food (steam veggies and blend, then freeze in ice cube trays), but it took me four babies to decide to make my own baby wipes. There are many recipies for wipes out there. I haven’t invested in any essential oils yet, so mine just have baby wash and baby oil in them. You have to experiment a bit with amounts depending on what paper towels you use. With Viva big roll I use 2 c water, 2T baby wash, 2T baby oil. With any other paper towels, I have to use less.
Tracy Holder
Apr 21, 2008 at 11:43 am
I buy my meat in bulk, like a side of beef. It cost less in bulk and you get better cuts of meat. You get soup bones with the beef. You can make vegetable soup from any leftover vegetables you acumulate throughout a month by keeping a tupperware bowl in the freezer and putting all your leftover vegetables in it as you go.
Denise Stephens
Apr 21, 2008 at 11:52 am
I really need this, I have so many coupons to organize, it’s driving me crazy and my family crazy. My family keeps telling to get the coupons out of the way or they end of throwing them away before I can get to them. I have to be fast to get them. I look for money saving coupons where you can get $25 off if you purchase $75 worth of items and if I’m lucky they may also have BOGO at the store. I was able to get an outfit for my mom worth $200 for $20 because of clearance, coupon, and BOGO.
I was so excited!
Tanya Moyer
Apr 21, 2008 at 11:54 am
Great giveaway! Thanks for offering!
My best tip is sort of an add on to what’s already been said. I like the idea of buying in bulk and using coupons to get free or nearly free items when used in conjunction with sales. But as a small family of four, I’ve found that the all the low cost items I stocked up on, if I didn’t use them up all up, I ended up tossing them. My advice is to be realistic about what you need. 10 items at 20cents is a good deal, but if you can only realistically use about 2-3 items, wouldn’t it be better to save that extra $1 or so. I think it adds up in the long run! Just my two cents. As a couponer, the organizer sounds great!
~Tanya
the4moyers(at)msn(dot)com
Susan Smith
Apr 21, 2008 at 11:56 am
Please enter me
Karla Franklin
Apr 21, 2008 at 12:00 pm
I need this so badly! My old coupon organizer is falling apart. I had to staple it together just this morning.
danielle
Apr 21, 2008 at 12:14 pm
We stick to the list!!
mcginnisfamily5(at)gmail(dot)com
corrin
Apr 21, 2008 at 12:27 pm
Ohh…I’m just getting into coupons, so this would be great.
Anne Taylor
Apr 21, 2008 at 12:38 pm
First if you have a coupon……use it and see if they can be piggybacked!
Second if you have a product that you like, find the website and email them giving them a compliment (or a complaint if the need be) and they will usually send an FPC or some kind of coupon.
Buy only what you NEED, we waste so much money on stuff we don’t NEED.
ps. always take cloth bag for groceries and even little mesh ones for produce, bulk items, etc. Earth day is Tuesday!!
Kristie Belding
Apr 21, 2008 at 12:38 pm
Grocery stores and manufacturers are always pulling sly ones over on shoppers. If you collect a coupon the item will usually go on SUPER SALE within 2-3 weeks. Most shoppers miss out on the deals because they are too impatient to wait for the REALLY good SUPER SALES. These usually pop up under dollar or buy one get one sales that happen after the big push sales. I’ve noticed CVS and Walgreen sometimes clean up right after the main stream stores have their sales.
For those of you who get one. Put your newspaper coupons to work by swapping with others. On average we discard over 3/4 of the inserts because the products in them do not appeal to us. I spread mine among budget crunched friends.
Check out the free online sites like Cool Savings, Sheknows, various manufacturer sites and banner ads pay off. Freestufftimes.com is consistently a good source of free samples and coupons.
Good hunting guys!
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Staci
Apr 21, 2008 at 12:39 pm
you should see the mess that is my coupon organizer. this is a gift i would absolutely love! thank you!!!
Melissa Bernard
Apr 21, 2008 at 12:56 pm
First, let me say that I think this looks fantastic! My best money saving tip is using coupons at stores that double and even triple them when the item is already on sale! So, essentially being a really smart shopper!
Thanks for a great contest!
Jen
Apr 21, 2008 at 12:57 pm
I so need this! I’ve been doing the GroceryGame and would love a better way to organize all those coupons!
Theresa Shafer
Apr 21, 2008 at 1:01 pm
Best tip is
1. clip coupon.
2. Use frequent buyer card
3. buy one, get one free
4. pay with credit card with rebate.
Combined you get a double, triple, quadruple the distance out of your dollar.
5. Save upc’s off of the products when the manufacture has rebates / free gifts / point redemption or maybe entry into a contest .
6. Save receipts to use with Upromise College 1-25% ave 12.5%
Yet one more way to continue stretching that dollar. Making your 1 dollar work like 5.
EXP:
100 original bill
BOGO = 50 savings
coupon est of 20% of cost = 10 min saved
Frequent buyer 1 % = .50 min earned
Credit card rebate 1 % = .50 min earned
UPC point 1% = .50 min earned
Upromise 1 % = .50 min earned
Total saved = $63 min earned/ saved so 100 cost 37. OR almost 1/3.
I have once walked out with the groceries costing me zero. Coupons ONLY. SO rebates & points & Upromise was free cash up and beyond cost. They ended up paying me to buy their products that day.
Kim
Apr 21, 2008 at 1:03 pm
I’d love to be entered. I’ve only be couponing and CVSing for a little over a month and have gotten stocked up enough now that I’m seeing my grocery bill start to dwindle.
My tip is to read about others CVS trips and their scenario suggestions. It will help you develop better skills at seeing how it all works and ways to save even more.
Dani
Apr 21, 2008 at 1:07 pm
This is great! I tried over the weekend to get my coupons organized. Didn’t happen!
My tip is…. use CVS and Wallgreens. You can really get some good stuff for VERY little money or even no money at all!
Bethany
Apr 21, 2008 at 1:13 pm
Oh this would be perfect, as I’m a new couponer just getting started.
Thanks
Jawan
Apr 21, 2008 at 1:13 pm
My best money saving tip is to educate yourself on how to beat the system. Except for edible and perishable items, I do all of my shopping at CVS (stockpile & giveaway items). There, I receive Extra Care Bucks for certain items which I am then able to turn around and use to buy more items. Basically, I get stuff free, on CVS’ tab! It has saved me SOOOOO much money!
Amanda
Apr 21, 2008 at 1:14 pm
I would love to be entered!
My best money saving tip to be content…I try to use what we already have instead of buying more, being happy with paying cards instead of going out all the time…things really add up!
Tara
Apr 21, 2008 at 1:18 pm
I know everyone says this, but it really does save me money…Don’t go shopping when you are HUNGRY!! Thanks!
Barb Maas
Apr 21, 2008 at 1:20 pm
I shop for the products that are on sale in the local flyer each week and with the coupons I have saved for that product. The best time is when the store has double coupon weekend. That isn’t very often but sure helps. I once purchased over $100. worth of groceries for $15. I like to stock up my pantry with all my savings.
Barb M
Apr 21, 2008 at 1:24 pm
I shop with my local flyer and coupons. I stock my pantry with all my savings. Double coupon day is my greatest savings.
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Sherida
Apr 21, 2008 at 1:30 pm
My tip is this: only clip coupons for products you actually use. We spent so much money on products that I thought were neat because I had a coupon for it … it ended up not saving us anything. When I started only cutting out the coupons for items we already use (or already wanted to try), I noticed how much our bill went down.
Barbara Moorman
Apr 21, 2008 at 1:34 pm
Compare size to price, to get the best deal according to weight/number of servings per dollar. What might seem to be the better deal price wise, sometimes turns out to not be so much the best buy, when it comes down to how many people one can feed for the money.
susan varney
Apr 21, 2008 at 2:04 pm
buy bulk most of the time its cheaper
Rodney K
Apr 21, 2008 at 2:08 pm
Mine is to watch for lowest prices available and stock up. An example is a 24 pack of water which sometimes can get for $2.99, we have 12 cases stacked up to last us awhile.
Melissa
Apr 21, 2008 at 2:14 pm
My money saving tip is to cook as much from scratch as possible. Avoid convenience foods. I also shop for my pantry/freezer for the most part and plan my meals from there, rather than planning my meals first and then shopping for those items. It’s much easier to take advantage of sales that way.
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Michele
Apr 21, 2008 at 2:14 pm
Get the CVS card - somethings they actually pay you to get if you have a coupon!
Paul
Apr 21, 2008 at 2:28 pm
This would beat using an envelope for the coupons. I’ve been a cutter for years.
SusanhChristine
Apr 21, 2008 at 2:40 pm
Throwing my name in the hat!
Stephanie Chance
Apr 21, 2008 at 2:43 pm
I stock up on kid’s toys, especially when they are on sale. Then when we are invited to a birthday party, I don’t have to rush out to get a gift. My daughter and I make the birthday card, and we reuse gift bags or come up with another creative way to wrap it.
Stephanie Chance
Apr 21, 2008 at 2:45 pm
I also make gifts whenever possible. A nice crocheted belt might cost $5 in material and a few hours of my time, but would be so much more appreciated than a store bought one.
nottryingforaboy
Apr 21, 2008 at 2:53 pm
Great idea!
Since getting into blogging, I’ve been reading about a lot of different money saving tips. One is to use baby wipes a second time. We cloth diaper, but once in a while need to use disposable wipes. It makes me feel better because I’m not being wasteful for the environment, but I am also saving money by not buying them as often.
Buying in bulk and freezing meals can also save you money. Just make sure it is cost effective!
Sarah K
Apr 21, 2008 at 3:11 pm
Please add my name to the hat.
Leslie S.
Apr 21, 2008 at 3:18 pm
I organize in my sleep. This would be great for me.
I’m always cutting coupons and organizing them.
For one month and all three meals we used all sorts of free coupons to buy one dinner get one free etc. We spent less on food in that month than I normally do when I shop weekly.
Of course we can’t live on coupons but it was an interesting challenge.
Trisha
Apr 21, 2008 at 3:20 pm
Don’t go grocery shopping hungry!
Alliston
Apr 21, 2008 at 3:20 pm
I started saving lots of money when I realised how inexpensive it is to buy ONLY WHAT YOU NEED! Ta-da! And making more items I need by hand! The couponizer would come in real handy with our household!
Lisa
Apr 21, 2008 at 3:34 pm
This would go to my MIL because she needs it! lol Here is my tip-
You aren’t saving money if you just buy an item because you have a coupon and it doesn’t help if you can’t find the coupons you need.
That is why my MIL needs this!
Julie
Apr 21, 2008 at 3:36 pm
These may seem small, but I try to turn off the light if we aren’t in the room and reusing plastic bags (that didn’t have something gross in them). I buy mostly store brand stuff ’cause it’s cheaper. I would love this couponizer - right now my coupon organizers are paper clips! : )
Julie
3cookieday[at]gmail[dot]com
Denyse
Apr 21, 2008 at 3:55 pm
Always look for BOGO items and use a coupons for EACH item- it saves alot of money!
Noreen
Apr 21, 2008 at 4:02 pm
my coupons need this as do I ;)
Sandy Zube
Apr 21, 2008 at 4:09 pm
The only way I know to save is to not go into any stores and if you must go into one never take more then $5.00 and no charge cards. :(
Darlene M
Apr 21, 2008 at 4:13 pm
The best money savings tip, is to just stay home.
geekbearinggifts
Apr 21, 2008 at 4:16 pm
Instead of making the same recipes in season and out, use the things that are in season and on sale at your favorites stores.
If you aren’t familiar with the ingredients, or you want a new way to prepare them, consider using a website like
http://www.supercook.com/index.asp
to get more ideas. Super Cook can be used as a guest for a one time recipe idea, or you can sign up (for free) and enter all the items you keep on hand in your kitchen, then highlight the ones you want to use to get recipes that include them.
Dawn Bates
Apr 21, 2008 at 4:16 pm
My best money saving tip is to never go shopping. It’s the ONLY way I can spend less.
Thanks for the giveaway!
Lorna Wenzel
Apr 21, 2008 at 4:21 pm
I buy bulk, make a huge meal and eat it for lunch and/or dinner every day until it is gone. I only have to buy 2 big meals a week.
Jenna
Apr 21, 2008 at 4:31 pm
I doubt that my tips are particularly original but here you go:
1. I always make a list, detailed, for the grocery. I divide everything into the sections of the store on the list as well (dairy, freezer, cans, etc). It cuts down time in the store and keeps my eye from wandering down aisles/sections that I don’t need to.
2. Buy generic on the things that don’t matter to you. I can’t taste the difference between generic and name brand most of the time.
3. Buy local, in season and freeze whatever you don’t need for later (this doesn’t work all that well with my itty-bitty freezer but some day I hope to have a stand alone freezer).
4. Set a timer for your shower (you’d be amazed how much time you waste in the shower and hence on hot water).
5. Shower with someone (I’m still trying to make this more time efficient… if distractions weren’t so easy!) :)
Hollie
Apr 21, 2008 at 4:36 pm
Make a menu and shop from the list of what you need. As well try and go meatless for a few meals a week. Does you good and saves you money!
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Nicholas
Apr 21, 2008 at 4:48 pm
My money saving tip-Stay SINGLE!!!!!
amira
Apr 21, 2008 at 5:09 pm
i neeeed this
toasters
Apr 21, 2008 at 5:29 pm
Always have an emergency fund. Then you can afford to seize opportunities, buy in bulk, and avoid paying interest and fees when an emergency expense arises (and they always will).
Coral
Apr 21, 2008 at 5:41 pm
I buy meat in the family size even though it is just my sister and I. Then I use a scale to portion it down to 1 lb sizes and seal with my FoodSaver. Another thing I’ve started doing is making milk ice cubes. We never go through all our milk before it goes bad. Then I have milk frozen in ice cubes for baking. I use the Handi-Vac system to vacuum seal the baggies of milk ice cubes to keep them fresher.
Lastly, when I have something free after rebate and also have a coupon, I try to buy it at the grocery store where the coupon will double. Worst case, I buy it at Walgreens, CVS, WalMart, etc. But getting a double coupon on a mfg. rebate item is a way to maximize the profit. :)
B. Newton
Apr 21, 2008 at 5:51 pm
Naturally, I do the coupon thing; therefore, this organizer would be great. Otherwise, I frequent thrift stores and yard sales.
emily dawley
Apr 21, 2008 at 5:51 pm
My best money saving tip is to pay yourself first. Every time you get a paycheck, you should pay your savings or retirement account first before spending anything extra. This way you are always saving for your future no matter what other circumstances get in the way!
Leslie
Apr 21, 2008 at 5:52 pm
I try anything to save money. But number one is stay home so I don’t have to pay an arm and leg for gas.
Tami
Apr 21, 2008 at 5:55 pm
My husband wants me to use coupons. He even brings them home, but I don’t have a system for using them. This just might help!
christopher h
Apr 21, 2008 at 5:59 pm
buy holiday items the day after the holiday, then save for next year
MSM
Apr 21, 2008 at 6:10 pm
I only buy whole chickens; throw them in the crockpot for 4 hours, then pull the chicken off in 2 cup increments for freezing. Save the chicken broth - it’s sooooooo good for cooking rice or potatoes in.
Other good ideas are menu planning and coupons - but I am LOUSY with the coupon thing because I don’t have this system!
The best thing I do lately is read these blogs from women who have it figured out and are making it work; they inspire me and keep me trying!
Thanks for a great giveaway : )
Annette
Apr 21, 2008 at 6:30 pm
My best money saving tip is to find a grocery surplus outlet near you. We have two–one run by a Mennonite family and the other run by the Amish–and let me tell you, there is no way we’d be able to eat as well as we do on as little as we do without it. They have tons of organics, lots of interesting foods we might not otherwise try, and the stock constantly changes.
Christina
Apr 21, 2008 at 6:50 pm
Great contest! Thanks!
My tip: READ THE FINE PRINT! I can’t believe how many people didn’t read they had to share a money-saving tip to qualify for the contest!
Seriously, read the fine print on everything. No one cares about your money as much as you do, so be sure to know what you are signing up for and know the terms of every line of your contracts. This can save you so much money!
sara l.
Apr 21, 2008 at 6:59 pm
Judging from the lack of organization in my last shopping trip, this is much needed! LOL! Thanks for such a generous giveaway! My best money-saving tip would be to deposit a certain amount every paycheck to your savings account…I don’t ever look in it and when I need it for something, I’m always pleasantly surprised at how much money we’ve saved up without really missing the money!
Shannon
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:05 pm
A good money saving tip for me…is to just not go out anywhere, lol. If I stay at home with the kids, rather than going out, I spend much less money than if I go out!
Corey
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:14 pm
My parents could use this! I would say that one word of advice is to stock up on things that are on sale. Join a site that points out coupon/store sales combinations, and store, store, store! At first it may be more expensive, but in the long run if you keep it up you will realize the savings (plus you get lots of free stuff)!
David Coward
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:24 pm
I try to shop for food weekly so I hit all the different sales, bogo, etc. then I stock up.
Nora Scott-Platt
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:28 pm
I always look at the clearance areas to see if there is anything on my list at a lower price. I use coupons not only in grocery stores but also like JC Pennys one of my favorite stores. I never pay full price is I can avoid it. I look and keep in mind when the sales are and what coupons I have to help reduce the cost. If a supersale I stock up.
Joanna
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:39 pm
We shop for just about all of our children’s clothes second hand. We’ve saved hundreds (says my husband I say it’s more and more!) by shopping thrift stores, flea markets and garage sales for their clothes. Why spend retail when they’re just going to outgrow everything in a week anyway?
Denise
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:39 pm
I’ve been shopping at CVS (with coupons, of course!) lately. I’ve been saving $. I also let my Sam’s membership expire & haven’t missed it a bit! Thanks!
Debbie Shiraishi
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:52 pm
combining sales and coupons! EAch week, I save over 50% on my grocery bill doing it this way! :)
kristen
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:52 pm
My money saving tip for those who love coffee: Buy a thermos and bring it with you. No more stops for $4 coffees!
Natalie
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:57 pm
This is awesome!! I always lose my coupons!
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Apr 21, 2008 at 8:30 pm
I have been couponing for years and would love to give this a try! My best tip is to use cloth napkins…paper towels /napkins are a waste on many levels.
Cindy Garcia
Apr 21, 2008 at 8:40 pm
Collect your local grocery store ads and go to Walmart and do price comparisons. It is time consuming but really brings down your bill.
Lori - Queen of Dirty Laundry
Apr 21, 2008 at 9:06 pm
We buy groceries from Angel Food Ministries to save money, and would love to win a Couponizer.
Thanks!
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Apr 21, 2008 at 9:06 pm
CVS and Walgreens all the way! I’m amazed at how much you can save then you use the bucks and register rewards. Thanks for the chance to win!
Diane S
Apr 21, 2008 at 9:19 pm
Every time I get change I drop it into a container. Its amazing how fast it adds up. I cash it in at Christmas, last year the total after 10 months was almost $300.
Angela
Apr 21, 2008 at 9:36 pm
I would love to try it out.. I am huge into coupons but usually I just carry around an envelope lol
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Michelle
Apr 21, 2008 at 9:52 pm
I’m a big coupon clipper - my husband knows to check with me to see if I have a coupon for something first LOL
My money saving tip is to pay yourself first - we automatically transfer money from my husband’s paycheck to our savings acct so we don’t touch that money, if we’re not used to it being in our checking acct we won’t touch it.
Also - pay credit card balances in full every month so you’re not paying interest and therefore paying more than the item originally cost!
Judy
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:07 pm
In past tough times we would use powdered milk. Just mix it with water. If you don’t like the taste, you can mix it with a 1/2 gal. of milk. Kind of stretch your gallon of milk.
Rebecca
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:19 pm
My best advice? Make a shopping list that includes enough food breakfasts, lunches, and a week of dinners. Then stick to the list while you’re shopping, buy store brands, and use your coupons. You’ll be eating out less, making those extra shopping trips for a few items less, and you’ll have a choice of what to make each night instead of not knowing and dialing for pizza. Also, I like to bake my own cookies, bread, and make freezer packs of veggies in the summer to last throughout the year (great in casseroles and soups). For baby food, I puree our leftovers and freeze them in single servings. In general, I’ve found that if I’m more careful with our groceries and cooking, then we end up saving money and eating healthier. It’s also less stressful for me when it gets close to dinner time.
Stephen Saunders
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:44 pm
Buy walmart brand!
Shawna
Apr 21, 2008 at 10:57 pm
My money-saving tip is to drink water! From a faucet, no less. Try it! Replace all your usual beverages with water (the occasional, homemade coffee is ok,) and see how much you save. WOW.
Beth
Apr 21, 2008 at 11:06 pm
Shop at thrift shops-you can find brand new stuff for very very cheap!
Katie
Apr 21, 2008 at 11:06 pm
Well.. I’m trying to learn more about saving money. We do a lot of the typical ones : Shop in club pack sizes when they’re also on sale (when meat ends up being like $.99/lb that way, or you get 25 rolls of toilet paper for $6!)
We cloth diaper, which is enormous savings.
When I cook, if I can stretch the ingredients to double the recipe to freeze a meal (or find a way to incorporate leftovers to stretch a meal, I’m pretty good at that) to reduce it’s cost and have a night off from cooking!
I’m trying to learn more about the whole CVS deals thing people talk about.. but it still totally baffles me!
Oh! And for the kids clothing, at the end of the summer season I buy things on the clearance rack from $1 - $3 an item for the next year. We can outfit our 5 kids for less than $100 each year! That way we can afford to buy them good, supportive shoes at Striderite (which I also only buy when they have buy 1 get 1 half off)
Melissa
Apr 21, 2008 at 11:30 pm
What’s saved me the most money? A Two-Week Menu. I sit down, write out what we’re going to eat for dinner for each night for 2 weeks (don’t forget to take into account special nights (anniversaries, birthdays, baseball/soccer games, etc.). Then next to each dinner item, I list the ingredients we need to have on hand to make it.
Ex: Lasagna: lasagna noodles, pasta sauce, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, eggs; garlic bread; salad ~ lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, salad dressing.
then I print the list out and look through the coupons ~ 1) what do I already have in the pantry? cross it off; 2) do I have coupons for any of the things I need to buy? put a star next to it so I don’t forget; 3) I use WinCo as my main grocery store, but sometimes the other grocery stores have sales that beat WinCo’s prices, so I watch those prices, too.
At the bottom of the Two-Week List, I have the “we always need” list: eggs, milk, cheese, yogurt, sandwich meat, sour cream, cream cheese, cold cereal, bacon, four, sugar, etc.
There are still little runs to the store in between, but our grocery budget is way down from what it used to be.
i hope I win. i hope I win.
Emily
Apr 22, 2008 at 12:02 am
I could really use this! My coupons are everywhere!
My best $$$ saving tip has got to be shopping the grocery sales and combining with coupons. I’m sure I’m not the only one to mention it, but it has saved us SO much money and our pantry has never been more stocked! Thanks to some friendly blogs, they also help me save loads of money!!
Kim
Apr 22, 2008 at 12:10 am
I do my Christmas shopping all year long - I take advantage of sales and put everything in the gift closet with labels so I know what’s what.
Samantha Pruitt
Apr 22, 2008 at 1:13 am
buy as much stuff at a thrift store as you can!
Cathie
Apr 22, 2008 at 2:52 am
I’d really love to have this
Sylvia Porter
Apr 22, 2008 at 3:46 am
buy in bulk!
Mary
Apr 22, 2008 at 3:52 am
Plot a shopping path so that there is no backtracking. Then arrange shopping lists to correspond with that path. And finally arrange coupons in the same order as my shopping lists.
Sharon Jones
Apr 22, 2008 at 3:59 am
check all of the circulars for stores in your area…sometimes even the local drug store will have an item on a great sale. Buy cheap :)
Angela Dzialo
Apr 22, 2008 at 4:24 am
I REALLY use the internet a great deal for savings.
I use ebay,freecycle.org, (THE BEST) As many thrift sites as I can find for ideas on everything from food to gas to home maintenance.
I would be lost witout these things. I also hit tag sales as well as thrift shops BEFORE I buy new. I keep a running list of my needs and take it everywhere I go. I am an older “cheapskate” and need to be very careful with my money
Ruth Utterback
Apr 22, 2008 at 4:31 am
I’m sure everyone does this, but here’s goes try to shop sales and use coupons,I do rite aids free after rebate on items like toothpaste bodywash etc.We live in a small town with only a Very expensive vons. a riteaid and 2 small independent stores.We combine an out of town Doc appt with a trip to Walmart. With coupons and their low prices I stock up on canned items toilet paper and such.
Ricka Doerr
Apr 22, 2008 at 4:31 am
Watch the ads and compare prices, then make a list (and stick to it) and use coupons (some stores have double value so check that out).
Dawn B
Apr 22, 2008 at 4:41 am
Absolutely do not go to the grocery store unless you need a full order because you end up buying more than you go in for. If you just need milk, run in the gas station.
Christina W.
Apr 22, 2008 at 4:52 am
My trick? Meal Planning, & make a food budget. For example - We can only spend $400 per month on groceries. That’s all, and that’s it! (It helps keep us from tossing in the cart just any old thing that grabs the eye.)
kristyn
Apr 22, 2008 at 5:04 am
never go grocery shopping hungry!!!
Dorothy Davidson
Apr 22, 2008 at 5:26 am
I always shop for groceries at 2 or 3 stores, buying the best buys at each.
Suzanne Bastien
Apr 22, 2008 at 5:43 am
I want this so much! I was just thinking the other day how I am going to organize things.
leloni
Apr 22, 2008 at 6:01 am
By clipping coupons
MARILOUISE K
Apr 22, 2008 at 6:13 am
For me the best way to save $$ is never run out to get something you feel you need to prepare a meal. Either change the menu or recreate it. I have never been able to run into a grocery store and come out with just 1 thing. This rule of thumb saves me money, time and even more importantly these days gasoline.
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Sandy
Apr 22, 2008 at 6:42 am
What a great coupon organizer! Where do you sell it? My best money saving tip is to reuse, repurpose and recook. Reuse sauces, veggies and leftover meat in casseroles or stews. Repurpose - I have used towels for wiping dishes and counters for years - older ones that are no longer good enough for the bathroom. Saves on paper towels. Recook - cook extra tomatoes down into the base of a soup or sauce. Cook extra onions and peppers down for a terrific summer sandwich. Freeze or can as much as possible!!! Fresh is ALWAYS better.
Kristi
Apr 22, 2008 at 6:50 am
I’ve actually been looking for one of these in the stores and can’t find one anywhere. thanks for the entry.
Amber S.
Apr 22, 2008 at 7:09 am
I would love to have a better organizer! I’ve been using an envelope and recently had a disaster with it. I was going through the coupons in the store and accidently dropped the envelope. My coupons went everywhere! It was really embarassing!
Kari Follett
Apr 22, 2008 at 7:11 am
I always use coupons, and read the flyers for the best value. I’d love to win this!
Rebecca Snodgrass
Apr 22, 2008 at 7:17 am
I would like to try this
Candy
Apr 22, 2008 at 7:19 am
I keep my coupons in my car so that I have them with me. This comes in handy for last minute runs to the store!
Pat Nelson
Apr 22, 2008 at 7:30 am
I need all the help I can get to get my coupons organized!
Kathy Scott
Apr 22, 2008 at 7:56 am
After you clip the coupons you want, trade with a friend for the books. Not all families use the same things.
hazel hunt
Apr 22, 2008 at 7:59 am
nice
Liz
Apr 22, 2008 at 8:05 am
My tip is to visit the Money Saving Mom blog and read about Walgreens 101 and CVS 101. I have started getting my toiletries almost for free. Between the store rebates and discounts and manufacturer coupons, you can get some amazing deals. I don’t have tons of time to plan it all out and reading the tips on money saving mom helps out alot!
Tracylea
Apr 22, 2008 at 8:06 am
What a helpful idea. Thank you.
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Ginny
Apr 22, 2008 at 8:23 am
This is one of my biggest problems with coupons, this looks like it is a great way to organize them. One way that I save money is buy buying my drinks & snacks in bulk at the grocery store. Then I bring a cooler with me anytime we are going to be gone longer then an hour. The kids always get thirsty & drinks are $1.50+ each at gas stations, etc. Saves a lot of money + whining from the kids that they are thirsty or hungry. Also, not really a money tip, but I use one of those canvas bags that the grocery stores have been selling for .99 lately to keep snacks in the car all the time. Keeps them all in one place & I don’t have to worry about remember to grab snacks each day.
Jes
Apr 22, 2008 at 8:29 am
Please enter me! My money saving tip is make a list and don’t bring the husband!
The Happy Rock
Apr 22, 2008 at 8:38 am
Focus on big decisions and money. Don’t worry about things like .50 cent coupons until you have attacked much bigger decisions like getting raises, canceling cable, selling cars, insurance deductible, etc. As I grow, I realize that the energy I waste trying to get a few extra penny cheaper gas zaps my energy for way more important things. The positive net money outcome from focusing on bigger issues has been amazing.
Leisha
Apr 22, 2008 at 8:42 am
My best money saver is chopping Super Wal-mart. It is one of the only stores I have nearby and price matching all of the sales of the stores within 50 miles. I save gas and just go once a week.
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kellybstampin
Apr 22, 2008 at 9:04 am
I’m not sure if anyone else posted this, but I’ve been using the Grocery Game to save money. I’ve finally understood how beneficial it is to combine coupons (esp when doubled) with sales. I stockpile when I can get items cheap or free and save SOOOO much money!
I guess it helps to be organized, though, so sorting my coupons into one of these organizers would certainly help me!
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Apr 22, 2008 at 9:05 am
Oh, and another thing I just discovered. . . . I buy the foaming dish soap for doing my dishes. But the refills are so expensive. I finally just bought regular dish soap, squirt 5 times into the empty dispenser, add water, and VOILA, my own refill for a FRACTION of the cost! Hope that helps someone! : )
Stephanie Kinchen
Apr 22, 2008 at 9:19 am
My money savings tips include getting the children to shut off lights & the tv when they are not using them. We have also taught them that the water doesn’t need to run the entire time that they are brushing their teeth or washing up. I was actually surprised @ the difference in the bills. Thanks!!
Annabelle
Apr 22, 2008 at 9:20 am
I gave up on coupons because I lacked the ability to find a great way to organize them. I loved the rush I got when I saved, but it was such a hassle to dig through all the coupons and then realize the coupon I wanted to use was expired. This sounds like something for me!!
Deborah Bozich
Apr 22, 2008 at 9:26 am
I always take my coupons, because I have seen “in-store” special that was not in the paper. Also before I check out I re-look at everything in my cart and ask myself..”Do I really need it and is it a good deal” Sometimes I put stuff back.
Deepti
Apr 22, 2008 at 9:33 am
Currently I am a week behind in organzing my coupons and my idea for coupon organization is keeping them in envelopes which is not working.
My thrifty idea is to make weekly menu,shop for grocery items according to that.Dont go grocery shopping without a list.Also I wait for my stores to triple the coupons,that way i can stock up on non perishables.
I would love to have the coupon organizor.My email id is deeptisidana@yahoo.com
Shilo Beedy
Apr 22, 2008 at 9:38 am
I always loose my coupons then find them after they have long expired. I usually shop at Aldi’s grocery store which has became a life saver. I also buy store brands which are sometimes even better then the name brand stuff. I usually look for deals at stores where you buy one item get the other free . I also go to the walmart website and fill out for free samples. I don’t think I will have to buy toothpaste for a long time since I have so many free samples.
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Chrystal
Apr 22, 2008 at 10:25 am
Compare your coupons to the sales ads every week to make sure you get the best deals.
Holly
Apr 22, 2008 at 10:27 am
I shop 2 grocery stores each with for the specials that I have matched up with my coupons. And I plan my menu around what I have bought….I save on average half!
Alissa
Apr 22, 2008 at 10:33 am
My best tip is a simple one: compare prices. Often smaller shops like Big Lots and Ollies will carry the same merchandise as the bigger chains for half the price!
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