Coupon Tip Tuesday: A little Q&A
Q1. I like the idea of organizing coupons with the baseball cards slots in a binder, but how I’m not sure how to break them down into subjects.
A. Check out my how I organize my binder. Later you can also find it under Learn to be a FruGAL > Oraganization, also in the Coupon Tip Tuesday series.
Q2. Can you use a coupon on an already “in store sale” item?
A. YES, that is the best strategy!
Q3. When it says do not double or triple this coupon what does it mean?
A. Some stores will have special days when they will give you twice or triple the value of your coupons. They will not be allowed to double or triple the ones that say do not double.
Q4. Where can you send your unused expired coupons?
A. Overseas Coupon Program (next time find this in the nav bar under printable coupons > Coupon Expired? Donate it!)
Q5. I found coupons in the Sunday paper ads last week. Some were also the same coupons on Red Plum and Coupons.com from your site. Can I print and use them as well as the ads from the paper?
A. Yes you can use as many coupons as you have items. You could not combine an internet coupon with a newspaper coupon on the same item.
Q7. When should I do more than one transaction?
A. Multiple transactions are needed when you are shopping at Albertsons and using their twice the value coupons.You can only use a set of three double/twice the value coupons per transaction.
Also if you are doing a deal where they say spend $30 get $15 back you will want to get promotional items in groups to add up to $30 or a little more. Then do the same thing in a separate transaction if you need more. Remember only add up items from the promotion when getting to your $30.
Q8. How many transactions do you do from one cart before you feel you need to go back and start over?
A. I limit myself to 3 transactions in a row, then go out to my car unload and come back in if I have time, or just come back another day if I am not done shopping. Learn more info on multiple transactions. Also you will want to limit your number of transactions if the store is busy.Learn some info on when to shop.
Q9. The coupons printed in color. Can you change them to black and white or do they need to be in color? That is so expensive to print them all in color I was just wondering if there is a rule on that.
A. You can print them in black and white. They don’t need to be in color, just change your printer settings. You can even print on scratch paper. Learn more about printing coupons.
Q10. One of your tips is to print the coupons at the beginning of the month. Are there new coupons every week or just ones I haven’t printed from the first of the month that are still available to me?
A. New coupons come at the beginning of the month and sometimes part way through as well. Most coupons will remain available all month, but the good ones often go fast.
Lastly, don’t miss this info on coupon shopping etiquette.
Albertsons Double Deals 1/3-1/5
Did you find those FABULOUS Albertsons Twice the Value Coupons in your Sunday paper?
We have put together some fabulous ways to use them. If you are new to coupon doubling you will want to read Cathy’s Doubles 101 post. Have fun and save some for others! 
If you find anymore fab deals be sure to share in the comments!
Dannon Light and Fit Yogurt, 6 oz. $0.33
Buy 5= $1.65
Use .75/4 PRINTABLE COUPON print twice
Double save $1.50 w/ coupons
Final Price: .15 for 5 or .03 each (if you buy 4 you will have overage)
OR
Dannon Light and Fit Yogurt, 6 oz. $0.33
Buy 6 = $1.98
Use $1/6 PRINTABLE COUPON print twice (also find .60/6 in 1/3SS)
Double save another $1
Final Price FREE
Albertsons Shredded or Chunk Cheese, 32 oz. First 2 $2.99 w/ in ad coupon
Use $1/ 2 lbs PRINTABLE COUPON
DOUBLE (if your store allows combining of double and store coupon)
Final Price: $.99
Kelloggs Cereals $1.47 limit 3 with in ad coupon
Use $1/2 from RP 12/13
DOUBLE (if your store allows combining of double and store coupon)
.47
Sundown Vitamins or Supplements B1G1 FREE
Use 2 $1/1 printable coupons AND PRINTABLE COUPON (print each twice) or $1/1 RP1/3
The prices vary on these find: Folic Acid $3.49 (free with doubles), Niacin $6.29, Magnesium $3.79 (free with doubles), Calcium $7.09.
Scenario:
Sundown Niacin $6.29 BOGO
Buy 2 save $6.29 with BOGO
Use 2 $1/1 printable coupons AND PRINTABLE COUPON save $2
Use 2 Doubles (Albertsons Twice the Value) save $2
Final Price: $2.29 or $1.15 each
Bagel Bites $1.99
Use $1/1 PRINTABLE COUPON (print each twice)
DOUBLE
FREE
Ronzoni Smart Taste Pasta $1.99
Use $1/2 PRINTABLE COUPON
DOUBLE
.99
Ivory or Safeguard Bar Soap, 8-10 pk. $3.99 Better Deal at Target see the comments
Use $1/1 (1/31/10) PG-12/27
Double
Final Price: $1.99
No Yolks Pasta $1.99
Use .75 PRINTABLE COUPON print twice
DOUBLE
.49
Nestle Pure Life Water 24 pk $3.50
Use $1/2 PRINTABLE COUPON (print each twice)
DOUBLE
$2.50
Healthy Choice Fresh Mixers $2.99
Use $1/1 printable coupon print twice
DOUBLE
$.99
Marie Calanders Home Style Meals $2.99
Snyders of Hanover Flavored Pretzel Pieces and Nibblers, any 10 oz. or larger $2.99
Use $1/1 (1-31-10) SS-12/6
DOUBLE
.99
Colgate Toothpaste $1.69-$1.99 (Make sure you match-up the coupon with the proper toothpaste)
Use .75/1 SS1/3-Sears
DOUBLE
.19-.49
Campbells Chunky Soup $1.49
buy 2
Use .50/2 from 1/3SS-Direct TV (If price includes Healthy Choice Variety)
DOUBLE
.49 each
Other Deals that are good not stock up prices mind you.
Truvia Sweetner 40 ct $3.99
Use $1/1 PRINTABLE COUPON (print each twice)
DOUBLE
$1.99
Green Giant Steamers $2.69
Use .50 PRINTABLE COUPON (print each twice)
DOUBLE
$1.69
Real Simple Magazine $4.99
Use $1/1 PRINTABLE COUPON (print each twice)
DOUBLE
$2.99
L’Oreal Lip or Eye Make-up $7.99
Use $1/1 PRINTABLE COUPON (print each twice) print one for eye and one for lip
DOUBLE
$5.99
Alka Seltzer 20 tab $5.99
Use $1/1 PRINTABLE COUPON (print each twice)
DOUBLE
$3.99
Morton Seasoning Salt $2.69
Use .60/1 PRINTABLE COUPON (print each twice)
DOUBLE
$1.49
BONUS BUY DEALS
I spotted these deals at the O/5 store, I am not sure if they are at every store. Leave a comment and let everyone know if you find them at your store.
Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom 2/$1 ends 1/31
Buy 4
Use $1/4 PRINTABLE COUPON or .40/2 from SS1/3
DOUBLE
FREE
Campbell’s Chicken Noodle and Tomato 2/$1 ends 1/31
Buy 4
Use .40/4 SS1/3
.30 EACH
Pillsbury Crescents Rolls $1.69 ends Jan 25
Use .40/2 from GM 1/3
DOUBLE
$1.29
Pillsbury Flaky Honey Butter Grands Biscuits $1.39 ends Jan 25
Use .30/2 from GM 1/3
DOUBLE
$1.09
Yo-Plus Yogurt Vanilla $1.49
Use $1/1 from 1/3 GM
DOUBLE
FREE
Yo-Plus Yogurt Strawberry and Blueberry .99
Use $1/1 from 1/3 GM or $1/1 PRINTABLE COUPON (print each twice)
FREE
Don’t forget about the Procter and Gamble Deal. Get more details on PYP list.
Here is my favorite scenario:
Buy
Pampers box $19.99 (looks for specially marked boxes for $10 in coupons)
2 Pantene products $3.33
Use $2/1 Pampers from P&G 12/27
Use 2 $1/1 Pantene coupons from P&G 12/27
Double the 2 $1 coupons
OOP: $20.65
Get $10 coupon to use on next transaction
Final Price: $10.65 Plus find $10 in coupon in the pampers box
P.S. Bonless Skinless Chicken is priced at $1.88 which is a fabulous price to stock up!
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