Thursday, September 29, 2011

Dunn Brothers: $1 Coffee through 10 AM!


Dunn Brothers is offering a coffee deal as well this morning, but only through 10 AM!   Head to Dunn Brothers locations for your $1 16 oz Organic Kenya Muiri!

Fine print: Not valid at MPS Airport locations, Minneapolis Convention Center, or Grand Avenue-St.Paul, MN locations.

Caribou: BOGO Today Only!


It's National Coffee Day! To celebrate, Caribou Coffee is offering Buy One, Get One FREE coffee based drinks with this coupon (print it or show it on your mobile device)!

Thanks, Krisanna!

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

World's Largest Ice Cream Social Tonight!


Head out to Coldstone Creamery locations tonight from 5-8 PM for the 10th Annual World's Largest Ice Cream Social to benefit the Make A Wish Foundation!


For each $1 donation to the Make a Wish Foundation, Coldstone will provide a FREE "like it" sized "Sprinkled with Wishes" creation.  This looks delicious, complete with brownies, fudge and sprinkles!

Make a Wish is an organization that means a great deal to my family and I hope you'll consider heading out tonight to support them in exchange for a sweet treat!  For full details, read more here!

$80 for 2 Rounds With a Cart at Oxbow Country Club!


Today's Save Coin deal seems like an interesting one if you're a golfer!  If you've wanted to golf at Oxbow Country Club but haven't wanted to pay for a full membership, give Oxbow a try with today's Save Coin deal: $80 buys you 2 Rounds of Golf with a cart at Oxbow Country Club!

This deal is available to purchase through today, 9/27 only or while supplies last!  There is a limit of 1 deal voucher for yourself and 1 deal voucher to give as a gift, it must be used by 10/31 and there are some restrictions on when it can be used, so be sure to read the details of the deal over at Save Coin.

Monday, September 26, 2011

Cash Wise Deals 9/25-10/1


Fargo Moorhead Cash Wise locations double coupons everyday up to $1! Coupons less than $0.50 double their face value automatically. Coupons with a face value from $0.50-$0.99 double to be worth $1, and coupons with a face value higher than $1 are accepted at face value.  Cash Wise does not accept internet printable coupons for "Free" products. Read Cash Wise's full coupon policy here.

Cash Wise White or Wheat Loaf Split Top Bread, 1 lb FREE with $30 purchase and Cash Wise in store coupon!

Produce

Pears $0.98/lb

Dole Classic Iceberg Salad Mix, 12 oz $0.98 with Cash Wise in store coupon (Limit 2)

Gala Apples, 2 lb bag $1.50!

Naked Juices, 15.2 ox $2.98

Use the $1 printable
Final price: $1.98

Organic Full Circle Whole Carrots, 2 lb $2!

Idaho Potatoes, 8 lb $2.98


Grocery

Planters Peanut Butter, 16.3 oz $1.48
Use the $0.75 coupon from the 8/21 SS insert (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.48!

Del Monte Canned Fruit Cocktail, Very Cherry or Sliced Peaches (15-15.25 oz) $0.80 when you buy 10 with in store Cash Wise coupon!

Planters Dry Roasted Peanuts, 16 oz $2.44
Use the $1/2 manufacturer's coupon in store
Final price: $1.94!

Food Club Oatmeal, 48 oz $1.98

Kraft Velveeta, 2 lb $5.48
Use the $ in store Manufacturer's coupon
Final price: $4.48

Snacks and Drinks

Capri Sun, 10 ct $1.67!

Meat

Bone-In Country Style Pork Ribs $1.18/lb!

Split Chicken Breasts $1.48/lb

You can definitely get a better price per pound with a Gold'n Plump sale and coupon, but this isn't bad for a non-coupon price!

Hormel Pepperoni Pillow Packs, 4-7 oz $2.98
Use the $0.55/2 printable (will double to $1/2)
Final price: $2.48

Dairy

Upstate Farms Yogurt, 4 oz cups $0.30
Seems like a great price, I've just never heard of this brand. Have you?

Household

Era Laundry Detergent, 50 oz bottle $2.98 with Cash Wise in store coupon (Limit 2)
Stack with the $0.50 coupon from the 8/14 RP insert (will double to $1)
Final price: $1.98

Marcal Paper Towels, 8 ct $4.98
Use the $1 coupon from the 8/28 RP insert
Final price: $3.98

Charmin Basic Bath Tissue, 12 Double Rolls $5.48
Use the $0.25 Charmin coupon from the 8/28 PG insert (will double to $0.50)
Final price: $4.98

Ongoing Deals

French's Yellow Mustard, 8 oz $1.45 (Regular price)
Use the $0.50 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.45

Hormel Compleats $1.67 (through 10/1)
Use the $0.55 coupon from the 8/7 RP insert (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.67!

Johnsonville Fresh Bratwurst or Italian Sausage, 16-20 oz $4.38 (through 9/30)
Use the $1 printable
Final price: $3.38

Sunday, September 25, 2011

Still No Baby?


That's right, still no baby!  My due date is in a week, so we are expecting this little one to be arriving anytime now, though I have to admit I'm surprised we've made it this far!  I am definitely feeling ready at this point...

I thought I'd just check in and let you know what the plan looks like for the near future after little one arrives.  I will take a short break from most blog posting for at least a week, longer if need be just to get settled.  I hope to get back to posting grocery store deals as soon as possible after a week or so, and other deals will likely take longer to get back up to speed.

I am excited to enter this new phase of life and motherhood!  And, as much as I love to write here and love to teach and equip others in saving a buck, my family is and will be my first priority and keeping that in check may take more time away from FM Cheapskate in the coming months.

That being said...  Do you want to contribute to the frugal community here at FM Cheapskate?  Did you know you can post right on the FM Cheapskate Facebook page?  if you have a question or a deal to share, this is a great way to join the conversation!  I'd also love to hear your ideas that could be presented in a Guest Post or your Money-Saving Tips that I can share with other readers!  Email me at fmcheapskate@gmail.com and let's talk!

Thanks in advance for bearing with me, being excited with me and for all your support already!  I promise to let you all know as soon as I have news to share.  :)

FREE Jar of Better Than Bouillon (Facebook Offer)


Head over and "like" the Better Than Bouillon Facebook page to request a FREE Jar of Better than Bouillon soup base!  I requested mine successfully, but it looks like the tab has been deactivated while they fix a bug.  According to the wall of the page, the giveaway should be back up anytime, so check again soon if you're not able to get through tonight!

Friday, September 23, 2011

Walgreens: FREE 8x10 Collage Today Only!


Head over to Walgreens Photo Center, where today only (9/23) you can score a FREE 8 x 10 Collage Print! Just use code COLLAGE at checkout. Pick it up for a total of $0.00, or choose to have it shipped for only $0.99!

These make great gifts and fun ways to hang pictures inexpensively!

More SunMart Deals!

There are several more SunMart deals to mention this week:

Gerber Graduates Pasta Pick Ups and Lil' Meals $1
Use the $0.55 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: FREE!

Hormel Naturals Lunchmeat, 6-8 oz $3.29
Use the $0.50 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: $2.29


Then, look for Quaker Cinnamon Squares with a Try Me Free Rebate on the box!
Thanks Stacy for the head's up and the picture!

And, in the spirit of 61 for 61, SunMart has several items on sale for $0.61!   I am assuming the prices are only good though Saturday 9/24:

Individual Caramel Apples $0.61

Our Family Hot Dog Buns, 8 ct $0.61!

Del Monte Ketchup $0.61!

Plochmann's Mustard $0.61

John Morrell Hot Dogs $0.61


Powerade, 32 oz $0.61
Thanks, Stacy!

Have you found any other great deals at SunMart this week?

Reminder: Coupon Swap Tomorrow 9/24!

Photo Credit: Fargo Forum
Just a quick reminder about our Get Together + Coupon Swap tomorrow morning at West Acres in Fargo. For those that have not joined us before, we meet at the West Acres Food Court between 10 and Noon. Grab a snack, or just come join us for conversation and coupons!   Come and go or stay the whole time!

If you do have coupons to bring, we send them the table around taking what we can use and passing the rest for others to look through. You do not need to bring coupons to join us, there are plenty to share! If you're looking for extras of a specific coupon, leave a comment on the Coupon Trades Page and hopefully others can help you out!

To plan ahead, October dates are: 10/8 and 10/22, same time and place! If you're on Facebook, see the event, invite friends and RSVP here!

Lots of GREAT New Coupons to Print!


Coupons.com is at it again this morning with LOTS of new printables!  Hurry to print what you're interested in before they're gone!

$0.55 off Gerber Pasta Pick Ups or Lil Meals (will double to $1, making these FREE at SunMart, where they are on sale for $1 this week!)

$0.50 Hormel Naturals Lunch Meat

$6/2 Schick Disposable Razors (excl 2 ct) (Use this coupon to get 2 FREE Packs of Disposable Razors at Walmart!!

$1/2 Philadelphia Cream Cheese (save this for a sale to get a great price on cream cheese!)

$1 off Dove Promises

Plus, so many more!  What coupons are you printing this morning?

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Photo Book Deal: Buy 1, Get 2 FREE!


Snapfish is having a great deal on Photo Books through tomorrow, 9/22!

Use code LOVE8X11 to get 2 Photo Books FREE when you buy 1!

You can choose to get 3 copies of one book, or 3 different books of the same value. Offer good on 20 page 8 x 11 books, using the code through 9/22 only.

SunMart Deals 9/18-9/24

SunMart locations in the Fargo Moorhead area double coupons everyday up to $1. Coupons less than $0.50 double their face value automatically. Coupons with a face value from $0.50-$0.99 double to be worth $1, and coupons with a face value higher than $1 are accepted at face value. To see SunMart's full coupon policy, head over here.

Before you shop, check out the Our Family printables and the Nash Brothers printables!

Produce

Green Grapes $1.27/lb

Black Plums $1.29/lb

Red Grapes $1.49/lb

Romaine Leaf Lettuce $1.50 each

Grape Tomatoes, 10 oz $2


Grocery

Campbell's Chunky Soups, 18-19 oz $0.99 with the SunMart 8 Weeks of Savings coupon (Limit 1)
Purchase a second can for $1.25 and use the $0.50/2 printable (will double to $1/2)
Final price: $0.62 each!

Quaker Cap'n Crunch, Life, Oatmeal Squares, Instant Oatmeal 10 ct, Chewy Granola Bars 6-8 ct $2
Use the $0.75/2 Chewy Bars coupon from the 8/28 RP insert (will double to $1/2)
Or the $1 coupon that came in the Quaker Squares Sample
Final price: As low as $1!

Country Hearth 12 Grain Bread, 24 oz $2.50
Use the $0.55 coupons from the 8/21 SS insert and here (both will double to $1)
Final price: $1.50

Snacks and Drinks

Our Family Soda, 2 Liters $0.84
Use the $0.30 Our Family printable (may double to $0.60)
Final price: as low as $0.24!

Our Family Tea, 24 ct $1.59
Use the $0.70 Our Family printable (may double to $1)
Final price: as low as $0.59!

Our Family 100% Apple Juice Blends, 64 oz $1.50
Use the $0.40 Our Family printable (may double to $0.80)
Final price: as low as $0.70!

Meat

Buddig Meats, 2 oz 3 for $1 with the SunMart 8 Weeks of Savings coupon (Limit 3)
Stack with the $0.55/2 coupon from the 8/21 SS insert (will double to $1/2)
Final price: 3 for FREE!

Our Family Roll Sausage, 16 oz $1.69

85% Lean Honeysuckle White Ground Turkey, 3 lb chub $1.99/lb!

80% Lean Ground Beef, sold in 10 lb pkgs $1.99/lb!


Dairy

Yoplait Yogurt, 6 oz $0.60
Use the $0.30 printable (no longer available - will double to $0.60)
Final price: FREE!

Kraft Deli Fresh Natural Sliced Cheese, 8 oz $1.78 with the SunMart 8 Weeks of Savings coupon (Limit 1)
Stack with the $0.50 Big Slice printable (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.78 each!
Even if you don't have the SunMart coupon, these are on sale for $2.50, only $1.50 after the $0.50 coupon!

Our Family Parmesan or Parmesan and Romano, 8 oz $2.49
Use the $0.60 Our Family printable (may double to $1)
Final price: as low as $1.49

Azteca Burrito Tortillas, 8 ct $1.50

Freezer

Aunt Jemima Breakfast Entrees or Waffles, 5-12.3 oz $1.25
Use the $1 printable
Final price: $0.25!

Nash Brothers Frozen Organic Vegetables, 12 oz $1.89
Use the $0.50 Nash Brothers printable (may double to $1)
Final price: as low as $0.89!

Roma Pizza For One, 5.26-5.36 oz $1

Flav-R-Pac Classic Potatoes, 32 oz $2
Use the $0.35 coupon from the 9/11 SS insert (will double to $0.70)
Final price: $1.30!

Nash Brothers Organic Frozen Berries, 10 oz assorted varieties $2.59
Use the $1.25 Nash Brothers printable
Final price: $1.34!

Our Family Frozen Pizzas, 21-24 oz $2.50 (through 9/25)
Use the $1/4 Our Family printable
Final price: $2

Kashi Entrees, 10 oz $3.89 (through 9/25)
Use the $2 printable available on Recyclebank
Or the $1 printable
Or the $0.75 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: as low as $1.89!

Kashi Pizza, 11.9 oz $5.89
Use the $2 printable available on Recyclebank
Or the $1 printable
Or the $0.75 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: as low as $3.89!

Household

Kleenex Facial Tissue, 100 ct $1
Use the $0.50/3 coupon from the 8/14 SS insert (will double to $1/3)
Final price: $0.67 each

Our Family Cat Litter, 14 lb $4.49
Use the $1 Our Family printable
Final price: $3.49!

Cottonelle Bath Tissue, 12 Double rolls $5.99
Use the $0.75 coupons from the 8/14 and 9/11 SS inserts (will double to $1)
Or the $0.50 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: $4.99
Not a stock up price, but definitely an ok price for this brand if you need to buy some TP!

Ongoing Deals

Mom's Best Naturals Oatmeal $1.13 (Regular Price)
Use the $0.55/2 printable (will double to $1/2)
Final price: $0.63!

Frank's Red Hot Sauce, smallest bottle $1.23 (regular price)
Use the $0.50 printables here and here (both will double to $1)
Final price: $0.23!

Tabasco Sauce, 2 oz $1.79 (regular price)
Use the $0.60 coupon from the 5/1 RP insert (will double to $1)
Or the $0.75 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.79

Our Family Cat Food, 16 lb $8.99 (through 9/25)
Use the $2 Our Family printable
Final price: $6.99!

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

$1 Naked Juice Coupon! (Facebook Offer)


Hurry, this HOT $1 Naked Juice printable won't last long at the Naked Juice Facebook page!

These often go on sale for $2.50 at our local grocery stores, so $1.50 after coupon!  These are such a yummy treat!

Thanks, Freebies 4 Mom!

Winners of the Rapid Refill Giveaway!


Congratulations to winners of the Rapid Refill Facebook giveaway!

Amy W and Deepa T!

I've contacted you both by email already! And, thanks to Rapid Refill in Fargo for providing the gift certificates!

Don't forget to sign up for Rapid Refill's email list to receive coupons regularly via email and get an even better deal on your ink refills!

Monday, September 19, 2011

Another Great Gold'n Plump Coupon in the Star Tribune!


Reader Shanshan just emailed to let me know about a great coupon I missed in yesterday's Star Tribune! If you haven't recycled it yet, open to page A3 for a $1 off any Gold'n Plump All Natural Bone-In Chicken, 20-24 oz!  It expires October 8th, but will pair perfectly with the sales at Hornbacher's and Cash Wise this week!

At Hornbacher's through tomorrow (9/20) you can get this deal:
Gold'n Plump Chicken Breasts, Drumsticks, Thighs and Wings, 24 oz $1.98
Use the $1 coupon from the 9/18 Star Tribune (Page A3)
Or the $1 printable
Final price: $0.98!

Or, at Cash Wise through Saturday 9/24, get this deal:
Gold'n Plump Chicken Breasts, Drumsticks, Thighs and Wings, 24 oz $2
Use the $1 coupon from the 9/18 Star Tribune (Page A3)
Or the $1 printable
Final price: $1!

Cash Wise Deals 9/18-9/24


Fargo Moorhead Cash Wise locations double coupons everyday up to $1! Coupons less than $0.50 double their face value automatically. Coupons with a face value from $0.50-$0.99 double to be worth $1, and coupons with a face value higher than $1 are accepted at face value.  Cash Wise does not accept internet printable coupons for "Free" products. Read Cash Wise's full coupon policy here.

3 Cans Food Club Tomato or Chicken Noodle Soup, 10.75 oz FREE with $30 purchase and Cash Wise in store coupon!

Produce

Green Cabbage $0.48/lb

Avocados $1.25 each

McIntosh Apples, 3 lb bag $2.98

Bartlett Pears, 14 lb $5.88!

Only $0.42/lb! A great price for preserving or eating fresh!  If you don't need all 14 lbs, consider going in with a friend to share the cost and still get the great price!

Organic Green Grapes $2.48/lb

Grocery

Food Club Rice Medleys, 6.1-6.9 oz $0.50 when you buy 2 with Cash Wise in store coupon (Limit 2)

Country Hearth 12 Grain Bread $1.88 with Cash Wise in store coupon (Limit 2)
Use the $0.55 coupons from the 8/21 SS insert and here (both will double to $1)
Final price: $0.88!

Food Club Fruit Cups, 4 ct $1.48 with Cash Wise in store coupon (Limit 2)

Kellogg's Cereals (15.8-18 oz Mini Wheats, 12 oz Crispix, 25.5 oz Raisin Bran, 15 oz Raisin Bran Extra, 18.2 oz Raisin Bran Crunch, 14.1 oz Crunchy Nut Golden Honey Nut Flakes or 10.8 Crunchy Nut Roasted Nut & Honey O's) $2
Use the $1/2 Raisin Bran coupon from the 9/11 RP insert
Or the $1/2 Mini Wheats coupon from the 8/28 RP
And, if you buy 2 or more Mini Wheats, use the $1.50 off fruit coupon from the Kellogg's New School Year Coupon Book
Final price: as low as $1.50 each
Plus, get a coupon at checkout for a FREE Gallon of milk (up to $3.60) on your next order when you buy 3 advertised Kellogg's cereals!

Nutella, 13 oz $2.98
Use the $1 coupon from the 8/28 RP insert
Final price: $1.98!

Quaker Chewy Bars $2.50
Use the $0.75/2 coupon from the 8/28 RP insert (will double to $1/2)
Final price: $2 each

Snacks and Drinks

LaCroix Sparkling Water $3.34
Use the $0.75 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: $2.34!

Meat

Gold’n Plump Split Breasts, Thighs, Drumsticks or Wings, 20-24 oz $2
Use the $1 printable
Final price: $1!

Gold'n Plump Ground Chicken, 16 oz $2
Use the $1 printable or the $0.75 coupons found in booklets near the Gold'n Plump chicken (I've seen these in recent months at most of our stores, but they may not be available at all stores - will double to $1)
Final price: $1!
This is absolutely the lowest price I've seen on Gold'n Plump Ground Chicken! Plus, it substitutes well for ground beef or ground turkey in many recipes!

Farmland Pork Roast $1.98/lb

Johnsonville Fresh Bratwurst or Italian Sausage, 16-20 oz $4.38 (through 9/30)
Use the $1 printable
Final price: $3.38

Dairy

Yoplait Yogurt Cups, 6 oz $0.50
Use the $0.30 printable (no longer available - will double to $0.60)
Final price: FREE!

Old Home Sour Cream, 16 oz $1.68

Kemps Half and Half, 32 oz $1.98


Freezer

Food Club Waffles, 19.8 oz or French Toast Sticks, 16 oz $1.98

Food Club Thin Crust Pizzas $2 when you buy 5 with Cash Wise in store coupon (Limit 5)

Ongoing Deals

French's Yellow Mustard, 8 oz $1.45 (Regular price)
Use the $0.50 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.45

Hormel Compleats $1.67 (through 10/1)
Use the $0.55 coupon from the 8/7 RP insert (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.67!

HOT New $0.30 Yoplait Coupon!

Update: already out of prints!  That was fast!


Hurry to print a hot new coupon for $0.30 off any Yoplait Yogurt Cup! This will double to $0.60 at SunMart, Cash Wise and Hornbacher's!  This week, they are $0.50 at Cash Wise and $0.60 at SunMart, so FREE after doubled coupon at both stores!

This coupon won't last long, so hurry to print it!

Thanks, Little House Living!

Vistaprint: 6 FREE Products


Vistaprint is offering 6 FREE products starting today, just pay shipping and handling, which starts at $4.41!  Here's what is available:

250 Business Cards (shipping starts at $5.67)

Photo Wall Calendar (shipping starts at $5.67)

10 4x8 Photo Invitations (shipping starts at $4.52)

Personalized Tote Bag (shipping starts at $4.41)

Personalized T-Shirt (shipping starts at $4.41)

Photo Flip Books (shipping starts at $5.67)



I hope to create a Photo Wall Calendar with one picture from each month this last year and use it for 2012!  I'll write dates on it once it arrives, though you can upload them and have your family's important dates printed right on the calendar!  Not a bad deal for $5.67!

$14 for Pumpkin Patch Adventures in Fargo!


Save Coin has a super deal for a family or group of friends to enjoy the fall weather at Dakota Carriage Company's Pumpkin Patch!

The Save Coin deal is as follows: $14 buys you 4 Admission Tickets, 2 Pumpkins, Admission to Horse Drawn Rides, Mazes, Barrel Car Rides, Petting Zoo, 9 Hole Mini Golf Course, Giant Backyard Games, and the Spook Shed!  Additional pumpkins are $4 each and concessions are available.  Normally this would cost more than $30!  Children under 2 are free.

Hurry over to Save Coin to purchase yours!  You have through 10/31 to use the voucher, but only through Tuesday 9/20 (or while supplies last) to purchase the deal!  Updated: Not located in Davenport - the Pumpkin Patch is in North Fargo!  For those that are curious, Dakota Carriage Company's Pumpkin Patch is located at their Fargo farm at 7414 40th Ave N!

CVS: FREE Candy or Drink! (Facebook Offer)


Head over to the CVS Facebook Page to request your coupon for a FREE Candy or Drink!  You'll need to enter your ExtraCare card number and the coupon will be emailed to you!  Offer valid through 9/22.

Thanks Hip2Save!

Sunday, September 18, 2011

Pantry Challenge Menu Plan + Plan to Shop!

Photo credit
As you know, we've been trying to eat from the pantry intentionally this month by creating a meal plan. It has been great so far, but another hiccup taught me a valuable lesson last week.

I mentioned in the Cash Wise Weekly Deals that chili sounded like a good part of the menu plan for the week, since beans were the free item and Fritos were on sale. (I can't eat chili without Fritos, of course.)   The problem didn't arise til Wednesday when I decided to make the chili (we were feeding guests that night), but I only had time to stop by Hornbacher's. Unfortunately, the Fritos and beans were on sale at Cash Wise, and cheese (which we were completely out of, of course) was on sale at SunMart. I obviously did not plan that meal well, because I didn't plan to shop at SunMart or Cash Wise til the end of the week. I ended up getting a better deal on Shopper's Value Fritos ($1.50!) at Hornbacher's and spent the difference on a small block of cheese that was definitely not on sale.  And, I already had beans in the pantry.

Lesson learned: you can't use it in your meal plan til you bring it home from the store.  Obvious?  Not so much to me apparently.  :)  Here's this week's plan:

Breakfasts:
Strawberry Spinach Peach Smoothies
Waffles
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
Breakfast Burritos
Cereal, Yogurt, Fruit

Lunches:
Grilled Cheese, Tomato Soup
Wraps, Sandwiches
Salads
Leftovers

Dinners:
Vegetable Stir Fry with Rice
Chicken Blurkey (Turkey Blurkey made with chicken.  I know that doesn't explain it well.  It's a family thing and others have compared it to Turkey ala King?), Biscuits, Watermelon
Chicken Fajitas
Homemade Pizza (Crust recipe found here)
Homemade Macaroni and Cheese, roasted potatoes (Still searching for the best homemade Mac and Cheese recipe - anyone have one to share?)

Snacks:
Cucumbers, Carrots, Applesauce, Cantaloupe, Muffins, Energy BitesZucchini Cookies

My husband and I did the preparation for our meals for the whole week this afternoon, to alleviate some stress through the week.  We also preserved quite a bit of fresh produce this weekend and I baked 5 dozen muffins to last us awhile in the freezer.  I hope to post more details on our freezer cooking adventure later this week.  We'll see how the week goes...

Care to share your menu plan?  Are you eating from the pantry?  If so, what creative uses have you come up with for items we all probably have sitting in the pantry?

Pretzelmaker Buy One, Get One FREE Tuesdays!


Head out to Pretzelmaker any remaining Tuesday in September (9/20, 9/27) to take advantage of Twisted Tuesday, where Pretzels are Buy One, Get One FREE, no coupon needed!

The Fargo location in the West Acres Mall is participating, see here for more participating locations!

One Last Facebook Giveaway!


I've been hosting a round of giveaways for all of you 1600+ awesome Facebook fans and it's time to do the last one for now.  This may be my favorite, as I know how practical it is!  For this giveaway, 2 winners will receive $15 Gift Certificates to use on printer ink refills at Rapid Refill in Fargo!

I'm often asked the question "How do you save on printer ink for printing all those coupons?"  Rapid Refill is one of the ways that I do just that.   Not only can I buy a black ink refill for my HP for $10 regularly priced (price varies depending on your printer model), but Rapid Refill regularly emails coupons to those who sign up for their email list, so I can usually get an even better deal!


Two winners will receive $15 Gift Certificates, compliments of Rapid Refill in Fargo.  Rapid Refill will ship them to you where ever you live, but they are valid only at the Fargo location.

Can't wait to save on printer ink?  Head over to Great Plains Live, where you can buy $15 Rapid Refill Gift Certificates for only $9 anytime!  An extra $1 ships it to you, or you can pick it up downtown at the AM 1100 The Flag station on Broadway for free shipping.  Not a bad way to stack your savings on printer ink!

Giveaway is open to those who "like" FM Cheapskate on Facebook. Please enter using the form below!  I'll draw and announce a winner Monday night around 8:00 PM.  As long as the form is open, feel free to enter!

Saturday, September 17, 2011

2 Great Save Coin Deals: Running Shoes and Portraits!

I am excited about both Save Coin deals available today!


The main deal is $20 for $50 to spend at Fargo Running Company! This seems like a HOT deal if you are in the market for athletic shoes or other running gear! Check out Fargo Running Company's website to see what kinds of items they carry. This deal is available through Sunday or while supplies last - lots have been sold so I wouldn't wait if you're interested!


The "Side Deal" (look to the right hand side of the page) is $20 for a 45 minute Photo Shoot and 2 Portrait Sheets at Expressions by Ashton Photography! I think this one sounds like a great deal, because you may not get a lot of images, but they will be fabulous professional photos for only $20! This would be a fun gift for a new a baby or a child's birthday, too. Expressions by Ashton has such creative poses and props!

The Side Deal is only available through today (Saturday), or while supplies last!

Hornbacher's Deals 9/14-9/20


Hornbacher's automatically doubles coupons every day at all locations. Coupons less than $0.50 double their face value. Coupons with a face value from $0.50-$0.99 double to be worth $1, and coupons with a face value higher than $1 are accepted at face value.

Produce

Asian Pears $0.88/lb
These are so yummy! At this price, pick one up to try!

Yellow Sweet Onions $0.88/lb

Pears $0.98/lb

Navel Seedless Oranges $0.98/lb

Fresh Express Lettuce Mixes, 8.72-15.88 oz $2

Use the Vocalpoint FREE product coupon
Or the $1 Vocalpoint coupon
Final price: as low as $1!

Red or Green Grapes $1.28/lb

Grape Tomatoes, pint $2

Wild harvest Organic Romaine Hearts, 3 ct $3


Grocery

Flavorite Chili or Kidney Beans, 15 oz $0.68

Betty Crocker Cake Mix $0.98 and Frosting $1.98
Use the $0.75 off when you buy both coupon from the 8/7 GM insert (will double to $1/2)
Final price: $1.96, only $0.98 each

Planters Peanut Butter, 16.3 oz $1.78
Use the $0.75 coupon from the 8/21 SS insert (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.78

Dreamfields Low Carb Pasta, 13.25 oz $1.98
Use the $0.55 coupon from the 9/11 SS insert (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.98!

Hershey's Baking Chips, 8-12 oz $1.50
Use the $1/2 in-ad Manufacturer's coupon
Final price: $1 each!

Quaker Oatmeal Squares, 16 oz $2.48
If you requested the Quaker Squares Sample, use the $1 coupon that came in the sample
Final price: $1.48!

Hershey's Syrups, 18.5-24 oz $2
Use the $1/2 coupons from the 8/28 and 6/26 SS inserts
Final price: $1.50

Newman's Own Pasta Sauce, 15-26 oz $2.50
Use the $0.50 coupon from the 8/28 RP insert (will double to $1)
Final price: $1.50!

Flavorite Fruit Bowls, 4 ct $1.88

Quaker Chewy Bars $2.48
Use the $0.75/2 coupon from the 8/28 RP insert (will double to $1/2)
Final price: $1.98

Wild Harvest Organic Raisins, 15 oz $2.98

Snacks and Drinks

Old Orchard Naturals Juice, 64 oz $2
Use the $2 printable (Manufacturer's coupon that can be used anywhere coupons are accepted)
Final price: FREE!

Keebler Fudge Shoppe Cookies, 8.5-12.5 oz $2.50
Use the $0.55 Mint Middles coupon from the 9/18 RP insert (will double to $1)
Or the $0.55/2 coupon from the 9/18 RP insert (will double to $1/2)
Final price: as low as $1.50!

Cheez-It Crackers $2
Use the $1/2 coupon from the 9/18 RP insert
Final price: $1.50

Gold Peak Iced Tea, 59 oz $2
Use the $0.75 printable (use zip 90210 - will double to $1)
Final price: $1!

Tropicana Pure Premium Orange Juice, 59 oz $2.98
Use the $1 coupon from the September issue of All You Magazine
Final price: $1.98!

Meat

John Morrell Franks, 12 oz $0.88

Gold'n Plump Chicken Drumsticks or Thighs, 24 oz $1.98
Use the $1 printable
Final price: $0.98!

Pork Shoulder Roast $1.98/lb

Hormel Always Tender Pork Shoulder Steak $2.18/lb

Smart Chicken Dark Ground Chicken, 16 oz $3.98

Use the $1 printable
Final price: $2.98

Dairy

Hornbacher's Dozen Eggs $0.98

Gold Peak Iced Tea, 59 oz $2
Use the $0.75 printable (use zip 90210 - will double to $1)
Final price: $1!

Tropicana Pure Premium Orange Juice, 59 oz $2.98
Use the $1 coupon from the September issue of All You Magazine
Final price: $1.98!

Flavorite String Cheese, 12 oz $3.28

Freezer

Eggo Waffles, 1.75-12.3 oz $1.68
Use the $1/2 coupon from the 8/7 RP insert
Final price: $1.18 each!
Plus, use the $2 off milk when you buy 2 Eggo products coupon from the Kellogg's New School Year coupon book to sweeten the deal!

Bernatellos's Pizza, Bellatoria Sunday Brunch or Bellatoria Breads, 14-22 oz $2.50

Hornbacher's Ice Cream Squares, 64 oz $2.50

Ongoing Deals

Tabasco Sauce, 2 oz $1.59
Use the $0.75 coupon from the 5/22 SS insert (will double to $1)
Or the $0.50 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.28!

Luna Bars $1.29-1.59 (regular price)
Use the $0.50 coupon from the Mambo Sprouts Summer Coupon book (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.29-0.59!

French's Yellow Mustard, 8 oz $1.45 (Regular price)
Use the $0.50 coupon here (doubles to $1)
Final price: $0.45

Thursday, September 15, 2011

On the Air Radio Recap


In case you weren't able to listen in on KFNW Wednesday morning, you can read the recap of my conversation topics with Paul on the Heard on KFNW page of my website! If you have tips or links to share on canning, preserving or meal planning, please share them here for others!

On a side note, I won't be back on the air for a few months most likely as we transition to having a new baby in the family. When we do book dates for the new year, I'll be sure to keep you posted!

Esse Bags Giveaway Winner!


Time got away from me this week, and I apologize to all who were waiting patiently.  I hope lots of you got to enter to win!  The 2 winners of the Esse Reusable Bags Giveaway are:

Angie P and Stacey L!

I've contacted you both by email, thanks to all who entered!  Look for the next few Facebook fan giveaways to be posted soon!

More SunMart Deals!


I forgot to include the SunMart 8 Weeks of Saving Home Mailer coupons in the SunMart Weekly Deals so here you are, along with more deals from the SunMart 2 Week ad that began on 9/12.  Unless otherwise noted, these are weekly deals that will end on Saturday 9/17.

Peter Pan Peanut Butter, 16.3 oz $0.99 with the SunMart 8 Weeks of Saving Home Mailer coupon (Limit 1)
Stack with the $0.50 coupon from the September issue of All You Magazine (will double to $1)
Final price: FREE!

Our Family Orange Juice, 64 oz $1.99 with the SunMart 8 Weeks of Saving Home Mailer coupon (Limit 1)

Kellogg's Pop Tarts, 12 ct $1.99 with the SunMart 8 Weeks of Saving Home Mailer coupon (Limit 1)

Our Family Frozen Pizzas, 21-24 oz $2.50 (through 9/25)

Kashi Entrees, 10 oz $3.89 (through 9/25)
Use the $0.75 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: $2.89

Our Family Jumbo Diapers or Training Pants, Jumbo packs $4.99 with the SunMart 8 Weeks of Saving Home Mailer coupon (Limit 1)
Stack with the $1 Our Family printable (Mailer coupon is a Store coupon, printable is a Manufacturer's coupon)
Final price: $3.99!

Our Family Cat Food, 16 lb $8.99 (through 9/25)
Use the $2 Our Family printable
Final price: $6.99!

Ball or Kerr Canning Supplies 20% off (through 9/25)
Use the $1 Canning Accessory item coupon from the 7/10 SS insert to score a great deal on lids, rings, pectin and more
Or the $1 Ball Pectin, Salsa Mix or Pickle Mix printable (if SunMart carries the small pouches of these, you'll get them very inexpensively!)
Or the $2 Discovery Canning Kit coupon from the 7/10 SS insert
Or the Buy 2 Cases Jars, Get Lids FREE coupon from the 8/14 SS insert
Final price will vary

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Pantry Challenge Menu Plan + Freezer Cooking!

I'm still menu planning and trying to eat from the pantry this week though I'm a few days late in posting my plans!

I was able to do a nice freezer cooking afternoon with a friend this last weekend and we stored away more than 10 meals each, plus the fixings for a few more. I can tell we're getting close to this little baby's arrival and so after the weekend I'm trying to slow down and rest more as well as take care of odds and ends around the house. Until baby makes her arrival, here is the plan:

Make Ahead Lunch Wraps
Dilled Chicken Salad (part of our freezer cooking was cooking several whole chickens in the crock pot and freezing the cooked meat in portions for recipes like this one)
Make Ahead Lunch Wraps (we altered this recipe a bit)
Wild Rice Hotdish (made ahead in the freezer)
Chili, Cornbread
Tuna Casserole, Green Beans from the garden (didn't get to this last week)

Are you menu planning along with me? How is it going? Since I'm trying to use what I have in the pantry, I enjoy the feeling of knowing I'm using things I've purchased at great prices ahead of time. Definitely the hardest part for me is sitting down at the beginning of the week and going through what I have and trying to be somewhat creative in meal planning without buying too many extra ingredients.

What about you? What challenges have you come across and what is working for you?

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

SunMart Deals 9/11-9/17

SunMart locations in the Fargo Moorhead area double coupons everyday up to $1. Coupons less than $0.50 double their face value automatically. Coupons with a face value from $0.50-$0.99 double to be worth $1, and coupons with a face value higher than $1 are accepted at face value. To see SunMart's full coupon policy, head over here.

Before you shop, check out the Our Family printables and the Nash Brothers printables!

Produce

Honeydew Melon $0.89/lb

Peaches, Nectarines and Black Plums $1/lb!

Avocados $1.25

Pears $1.29/lb

Jumbo Cantaloupe $2.50


Grocery

Our Family Canned Vegetables (14.5-15 oz) and Soup (10.5-10.75 oz) $0.40
Use the $3/10 in ad Manufacturer's coupon
Update: This coupon is only valid on the soups and other Our Family products, but not the vegetables. Thanks to a reader comment for catching that!
Final price: $0.10 each!
You'll definitely want to think ahead through winter with this sale! These are stock up and donate prices!

Our Family Pasta Sauce, 24 oz $1.50
Use the $0.30 Our Family printable (may double to $0.60)
Final price: as low as $0.90!

Our Family Applesauce, 50 oz $1.99
Use the $0.50 Our Family printable (may double to $1)
Final price: as low as $0.99!

Campbell's Select Harvest Soups, 19 oz $1.67
Use the $0.50/2 coupons from the 8/14 and 9/11 SS inserts (will double to $1/2)
Final price: $1.17

Snacks and Drinks

Our Family 100% Juice Blends, 64 oz $2.39
Use the $0.40 $0.50 Our Family printable (may double to $0.80)
Final price: as low as $1.59

Meat

John Morrell Pork Sausage, 12 oz $0.99

Oscar Mayer Bologna or Cotto Salami, 12 oz $1

Dairy

Pillsbury Pie Crusts, 14.1 oz $2.50
Use the $1/2 printable
Or the $0.50/2 printables $1/2 printable and $1/2 printable (will double to $1/2)
Final price: $2
Plus, use the SunMart in-ad coupon to save $1.50 on fresh fruit when you buy 2! If you were already planning a purchase of $1.50 of fresh fruit, it would be like getting these for $1.25 each!

Our Family Cottage Cheese, 24 oz $2.99
Use the $0.60 Our Family printable (may double to $1)
Final price: as low as $1.99!

Our Family Cheese, 16 oz $2.99
Use the $0.60 Our Family printable (may double to $1)
Final price: as low as $1.99!
This is the lowest price we've seen on cheese in awhile!

Our Family Coffee Creamer, 32 oz $2.50
Use the $1/2 Our Family printable
Final price: $2 each!

Our Family Orange Juice, 128 oz $3.99
Use the $0.50 Our Family printable (may double to $1)
Final price: as low as $2.99!

Freezer

Our Family Hash Browns, 30-32 oz $2
Use the $1 $0.50 Our Family printable
Final price: $1!

Tombstone Pizzas, 12 inch $2.50
Use the $1.50/3 printable
Final price: $2!

Our Family Waffles, 16 ct $2.50
Use the $1/2 Our Family printable
Final price: $2 each!

Our Family Fudge Bars, 24 ct $3.29
Use the $0.60 Our Family printable (may double to $1)
Final price: as low as $2.29

Household

Our Family Laundry Detergent, 50 oz $1.99
Use the $0.50 Our Family printable (may double to $1)
Final price: as low as $0.99!

Our Family Baby Wipes, 72 ct $1.99
Use the $1 Our Family printable
Final price: as low as $0.99!

Bayer Advanced Aspirin, 20-24 ct $2/99
Use the $2 coupon from the 9/11 RP insert

Ongoing Deals

Mom's Best Naturals Oatmeal $1.13 (Regular Price)
Use the $0.55/2 printable (will double to $1/2)
Final price: $0.63!

Frank's Red Hot Sauce, smallest bottle $1.23 (regular price)
Use the $0.50 printables here and here (both will double to $1)
Final price: $0.23!

Tabasco Sauce, 2 oz $1.79 (regular price)
Use the $0.60 coupon from the 5/1 RP insert (will double to $1)
Or the $0.75 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.79

Monday, September 12, 2011

Detroit Lakes Readers: Couponing Presentation Tonight!


If you're in the Detroit Lakes area and are free tonight, come on out to the Detroit Lakes Library for an Introduction to Couponing Presentation!  I'll be presenting basic info on couponing, including time for questions and answers from 6:30-8:00 tonight!

Join us if you are in the area! For more information, contact the Detroit Lakes Library at 218-847-2168.

FREE Dave Ramsey Audio Download: Dumping Debt!


Many of you know what big fans my husband and I are of the Dave Ramsey program Financial Peace University and many of the other avenues that Dave Ramsey uses to teach people about their money. Whether you're doing well or you're struggling, I am positive you can find something valuable in any of Dave's lessons.

So, I'm excited to share that through September 18, get a FREE audio Download of one of Dave's most well known lessons, Dumping Debt!  This is definitely one of the best lessons of the entire course.  If you haven't heard Dave speak on this topic, you absolutely should take the time to download and listen to this lesson!

Earn More Recyclebank Points!


There are lots of ways to earn more points (and then more coupons!) at Recyclebank today!

  • First, watch a short video about water usage and take a quiz to earn 25 points from Suave!
  • Also, play "Green Your School Year" for opportunities to earn even more points!  I just earned probably 100 points in a minute or two with different pledges, tips and questions!
  • There is another earning opportunity available from Aveeno, but I can't get it to load right now.  You might try clicking on it from the "Earn Rewards" tab to see if it will work for you

Recyclebank has some great rewards available, just use the "Use Rewards" tab to see them all!  Most of the coupons are available under the "Food and Beverage" category, including $2 off one Kashi product, $2/2 Earthbound Farm product, $1/3 HappyBaby products and $1 off any Coca Cola product!

Cash Wise Deals 9/11-9/17


Fargo Moorhead Cash Wise locations double coupons everyday up to $1! Coupons less than $0.50 double their face value automatically. Coupons with a face value from $0.50-$0.99 double to be worth $1, and coupons with a face value higher than $1 are accepted at face value.  Cash Wise does not accept internet printable coupons for "Free" products. Read Cash Wise's full coupon policy here.

3 Cans Food Club Dark Red Kidney or Chili Beans FREE with $30 purchase and Cash Wise in store coupon!

Produce

Earthbound Farm Organic Celery $1.38
Use the $1 off any Earthbound Farms product printable (this has reset for those that have printed it before!)
Final price: $0.38!

Navel Oranges $0.77/lb!

Sweet Onions $0.88/lb

Organic Raspberries, 6 oz $2!
Use the $0.50 printable (may double to $1)
Final price: as low as $1!

Paula Red Apples, 3 lb $2.88
I love that it's apple season again!

Grocery

Food Club Side Dishes $0.89
Buy 10, get Food Club Frozen Chicken Breast, 2.5 lb bag FREE!
Since I consider about $4 to be a good sale price on the chicken, it's like getting the side dishes for $0.49 each
If you have or can find the Reusable Food Club Bag with the $1 off 10 Food Club items coupon on it, use that bag for an additional $1 off making it like getting these for $0.39 each!

Food Club Canned Tomatoes, 10-14.5 oz $0.44

Campbell's Chunky Soups, 19 oz $1.11
Use the $0.50/2 printable (will double to $1/2)
Final price: $0.61 each!

Hormel Compleats $1.67 (through 10/1)
Use the $0.55 coupon from the 8/7 RP insert (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.67!

Food Club Saltine Crackers, 16 oz $0.88

Prego Pasta Sauce, 24 oz $0.98 with Cash Wise in store coupon (Limit 2)

Quaker Chewy Bars $2.44
Use the $0.75/2 coupon from the 8/28 RP insert (will double to $1/2)
Final price: $1.94

Snacks and Drinks

Shasta Soda, 12 packs $2.50
Use the Buy 2, Get 1 FREE printable (good only on Fiesta Punch, California Dreamin' and Very Cherry Twist)
Final price: $1.67 each!

Cheetos and Fritos $2.50
Beans are free, Fritos are on sale - maybe it's a good week for making chili!

Meat

Whole Boneless Pork Loin $1.98/lb

Gold’n Plump Split Breast Value Pack, 3.5 lb $4.98
Use the $1 printable
Final price: $3.98!

Dairy

International Delight Coffee Creamer, 16 oz $1.88 (Truckload Buy - end date unknown)
$0.55 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.88!

Coffee Mate Creamers, 16 oz $1.67
Natural Bliss doesn't appear to be included, does anyone know of other coupons for the regular product?

Food Club Tortillas, 16-17 oz Corn, Wheat, Burrito or Fajita $1.49!

Gaymont Yogurt, 24 oz $1.98

Cass Clay Orange Juice, 64 oz $1.88 with Cash Wise in store coupon (Limit 2)

Freezer

Eggo Waffles, 1.75-12.3 oz $1.67
Use the $1/2 coupon from the 8/7 RP insert
Final price: $1.17 each!
Plus, use the $2 off milk when you buy 2 Eggo products coupon from the Kellogg's New School Year coupon book to sweeten the deal!

Lynden Farms Potatoes, 2 lb bags Buy One at $2.48, get one Free with Cash Wise in store coupon
Final price: $1.24 each!

Ongoing Deals

French's Yellow Mustard, 8 oz $1.45 (Regular price)
Use the $0.50 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.45

New $0.50 off Luna Bars Coupon!

Head over to the Mambo Sprouts coupon page to print a new $0.50 off Luna Bar coupon!  These usually double, making for a great deal on Luna Bars!

These don't usually last long, so act fast!

Thanks, Shanshan!

Sunday, September 11, 2011

Hornbacher's Deals 9/7-9/13


Hornbacher's automatically doubles coupons every day at all locations. Coupons less than $0.50 double their face value. Coupons with a face value from $0.50-$0.99 double to be worth $1, and coupons with a face value higher than $1 are accepted at face value.

Produce

Muskmelon $0.48/lb

Cucumbers $0.50

Green Bell Peppers $0.68 each

Honeydew Melon $0.68/lb

Red Onions $0.88/lb

Baby Carrots, 1 lb $0.98

Dole Celery $0.98 each

Mango $0.98 each

Tomatoes On the Vine $1.48/lb

Organic Strawberries, 1 lb $3

Use the $0.50 printable (may double to $1)
Final price: as low as $2!

Grocery

Newman's Own Salsa, 16 oz $1.98
Use the $0.50 coupon from the 8/28 RP (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.98!

Select General Mills cereal (Cheerios, Multigrain Cheerios, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Cocoa Puffs, Total, Trix) $2
Use the $0.50 Cheerios printable or the $0.50 Trix printable here (both will double to $1)
Or the $0.50 Cheerios printable or the $0.50 Trix printable here (both may double to $1)
Or the $1 Total printable
Final price: $1!

Heinz Ketchup, 40 oz $1.98
Use the $0.25 coupon from the 8/21 SS insert (will double to $0.50)
Final price: $1.48!

Del Monte Fruit Cups, 4 ct $1.98

Meat

Milford Valley Chicken Entrees $1.18
Use the $0.55 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.18!

Hornbacher's Smoked Whole Chickens $1.88/lb

Smart Chicken Whole Fryer $1.98/lb
Use the $1 printable
Final price: $1 off!

Beef Shoulder Roast $2.18/lb

Dairy

Azteca Flour Tortillas, 14 oz $1.50

Freezer

Tombstone Brick Oven Pizzas $2.50
Use the $1.50/3 printable
Final price: $2!

Hornbacher's Ice Cream Squares, 64 oz $2.50

Household

Colgate Toothpaste, 4.6 oz $0.98
Use the $0.50 coupon from the 8/28 SS insert (will double to $1)
Final price: FREE!

Eco-Foil Bakeware, 2-5 ct $0.98
Great price if you're planning any freezer cooking soon!

Ongoing Deals

Tabasco Sauce, 2 oz $1.59
Use the $0.75 coupon from the 5/22 SS insert (will double to $1)
Or the $0.50 printable (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.28!

Luna Bars $1.29-1.59 (regular price)
Use the $0.50 coupon from the Mambo Sprouts Summer Coupon book (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.29-0.59!

French's Yellow Mustard, 8 oz $1.45 (Regular price)
Use the $0.50 coupon here (doubles to $1)
Final price: $0.45