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Super Savings Saturday – 2/6/16

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Welcome to another edition of Super Savings Saturday!

This week it was all about the drug stores. Because my fridge/freezer and cabinets were full, I didn’t set foot in a single grocery store (rare for me!). Sometimes I get burned out running from store to store, so this was a nice break for me. Of course, now we’re almost entirely out of food and I’ll have to do a mega shop next week, but that’s how it goes, right?

CVS:

3 Hallmark greeting cards, regular price $0.99. I used a $3.00/3 store coupon. Total: Free, plus $2.00 ECB’s.

Colgate toothpaste, on sale $3.00. I used a $2.50 store coupon stacked with a $0.50 manufacturer’s coupon. Total: Free!

2 Crispy M&M’s, on sale $0.99. I used a BOGO coupon. Total: $0.99, plus $0.75 ECB’s. (I thought theses were so gross, but the rest of the family loved them. Go figure!)

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Rite Aid:

2 CeraVe soap, regular price $6.99. I used 2 $3.00 manufacturer’s coupons. Total: $7.98, plus $8.00 Plenti Points.

2 Chloraseptic sore throat lozenges, on sale $4.99. I used 2 $1.00 manufacturer’s coupons. Total: $7.98, plus $8.00 Plenti Points.

Notice how the medicine was tagged but the soap isn’t? This is very common that not all sale items are marked, so I always double check by separating my transactions. Sure, some cashiers complain, but it’s my money and I like to make sure I’m only buying what’s actually a deal.

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Pet Smart:

4 bags of clearance food, details here. Total: $3.37 each!

 

How was your shopping? Any freebies?

Creating Homemade Play Dough

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Art projects have got to be one of our favorite indoor activities. The latest experiment? Homemade play dough! Ok, I know it’s available in the store for only $1.00 a pack, but it also has toxic ingredients and I worry about a little one putting it in their mouth and accidently swallowing some. (Does that sound like a “Nervous Jewish Mother” stereotype? Yep, can’t help it…)

Since making it from scratch is pretty easy, I figured I’d give it a whirl. Here is the basic recipe which takes only 10 minutes to mix and 5 to heat:

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup salt
  • 2 TSP cream of tarter
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 1/2 TBS vegetable oil

Because I wanted to jazz it up, I customized, adding these goodies:

In place of water: Steep 2 TBS of rosemary in 8 ounces of boiling water for 20 minutes. This makes a tea-like infusion that smells delicious! Strain before using.

Essential Oil:  Add 1 TSP of Fir oil (pine or rosemary oil would also work). When using oils or extracts, add them at the beginning, before heating the play dough. They can be stirred in at the end, but the dough thickens so quickly, it’s best not to wait. 

Food coloring: Anything you like!

The above picture shows the lovely green color and I can promise the scent is equally heavenly. It has a wintertime/woodsy feel that’s so nice this time of year.

I’m not sure of the exact cost, but the only expensive ingredients are the cream of tarter and essential oil. I buy mine at a bulk food store which is pretty reasonable when used sparingly. (I’ve heard white vinegar can be used as a substitute for cream of tarter, but I’ve not tried it personally. Similarly, a packet of Kool Aid can be used in place of oils.)

When properly sealed, homemade play dough should keep for months. Wide, shallow containers work better than jars because it’s easier to remove. I’d only use a jar if it was being given as a gift.

We had so much fun making homemade play dough, I’m sure we’ll do it again. The only thing I’d do differently is buy more food coloring so we could make different kinds and possibly add some glitter.

PetSmart: Huge Clearance on Pet Food

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Talk about stumbling onto a good deal. While I was shopping at PetSmart for unrelated items, I found a huge bin of clearance pet food at the front of the store. Because the food is expiring or discontinued, the savings were huge!

Check out this grain-free lamb food, reduced by 50% for quick sale. That lowered the price to $7.49 and I had a $4.00 coupon. Total: $3.49!

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There were also many bags of Hill’s Ideal Balance. I bought 2 bags of dog food and 1 for cats. There were all priced $9.99 and I used 3 $5.00 manufacturer’s coupons. Total: $14.97.

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Because PetSmart will accept competitor’s coupons, the deal got even better. I used a $5.00 off any $15.00 purchase. Grand total: $13.46 for 4, making it $3.37 a bag!

Clearance varies by location, but I was told by an employee that it’s nationwide, so I’d definitely check if you have a PetSmart close by.

Gymboree’s Little Golden Books Baby Collection

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Shop the Little Golden Books Collection at Gymboree!

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Gymboree, one of my all-time favorite clothing brand for littles, has just introduced a new limited edition baby collection called Little Golden Books, inspired by the classic stories from the beloved series! Featuring iconic characters like The Poky Little Puppy, The Fuzzy Duckling and The Shy Little Kitten, all of these great characters will come to life in cute, cozy, giftable clothing and accessory sets.

Want to buy something special for the baby boy or girl in your life? There are so many cute outfits to chose from, but I’ve narrowed it down to my 4 favorites:

  • 2-Piece Fuzzy Duckling Set  – Made of 100% cotton poplin, this adorable outfit has an easy pull-on style and features button straps, appliqués and embroidery.
  • 1-Piece Fuzzy Duckling Footed – A soft cotton footy design that has front and leg snaps for easy dressing and  super-cute duck and flower embroidery.
  • Shy Little Kitten Dress – Fully lined and made of 100% cotton voile, this delightful kitten dress buttons up the back and has a permanent pieced belt with bow. The knee length and Peter Pan collar add to its charm. A diaper cover is included.
  • 1-Piece Poky Little Puppy – An adorable plaid poplin design that has front buttons, this blue/green/white outfit will be perfect for your little man.
 

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The fun doesn’t have to stop with shopping! As part of the Little Golden Books baby collection launch, Gymboree is also hosting a One Big Happy Storytime sweepstakes, giving away everything a family needs to make storytime extra special. Enter for the chance to win over $2,000 in prizes, including Little Golden Books nursery bedding and décor from The Land of Nod, a set of Little Golden Books from Random House, and a $500 gift card from Gymboree! Fans can see rules and enter until February 29; winners will be announced in March.