Free Stocking Stuffer for your Husband!

This week at Rite Aid, Gillette Fusion Power razors are on sale for $9.00. There is a $5.00 SCR. If you combine that with the $4.00 MC from the December Proctor & Gamble insert, you will receive this for free! This is my husband's favorite razor. Today I went to the Rite Aid in Meridian and for once they were very well stocked. This is a great stocking stuffer!

50 Free 4x8 Photo Cards!

Freebies 4 Mom has a super deal going on through November 30. Click here to get all the details. This is a great way to get 50 photo cards absolutely free, no catches. You don't even have to pay shipping. You can use the code to get any kind of card, whether it be a thank you, invitation, or holiday card. Enjoy!

Bed Bath and Beyond now sells hygiene and health products. You can bring in your 20% off coupons, as many as you have, even the expired ones, and use them on your purchases. Check out their products and compare to other local department stores to save a little.

Toys for Sale

Sam's Toy Box is 1 year old this month! This is a fantastic toy store located at 750 Progress Ave. next to WinCo in Meridian.

To Celebrate being in business for one year they are running a different special and also a drawing each week. The Week of October 12th thru Saturday the 17th is Train week. All the Thomas the Train stuff is 20% off. Enter to win a Thomas Knapford Bridge figure 8 bridge set. The Week of October 19th thru Saturday the 24th is Doll Week. All of their dolls--Corolle, Groovy Girls, Gotz, Baby Stella, and Calico Critters and accessories will be 20% off. Enter to win a Doll or a Calico Critter Family. The week of October 25th thru Saturday the 31st is Game and Puzzle Week. All of the Games and Puzzles will be 20% off. Enter to win the Game Blokus. This game was rated #1 during last years holiday season. The weekend of October 16th and 17th will be our ride-on toy sale. Plasmacars normally $64.95 will be $50. Ezy Rollers and old time metal cars, normally $100 will be $75. The Ladybug and Bumble bee Wheely Bugs, normally $79.95 will be $60. Come visit them each week to enter the drawings for the different give- aways. The drawings will be held at 8:00 pm at the end of business each Saturday and the winner will be notified with a phone call. The winner of each contest will be also be posted on the Sam's Toy Box facebook page. Become a fan and keep up with everything new that is going on at Sam's Toy Box.

EMERALD CITY SMOOTHIE

ATTENTION all smoothie lovers!  In celebration of their 2 year anniversary, Emerald City Smoothie is offering any smoothie for just $1, any size on Saturday, May 23 all day.  No limit. They are located at at 2845 E. Overland Rd. in Meridian.  Mmmmm!  They are so yummy- and good for you, too.  Enjoy!

SAM'S TOY BOX

Looking for a fun place to buy excellent toys for your little ones? I've found a great store in Meridian located in a strip mall next to WinCo. Sam's Toy Box carries lots of creative and fun toys.  On Friday, May 29 and Saturday, May 30, all Melissa and Doug items will be 20% off.  This is a great time to stock up for birthdays and/or Christmas gifts.  The address for Sam's Toy Box is 750 S. Progress Ave. #145. Happy Shopping!

My Priorities

You've probably noticed lately I have not posted anything on my blog.  I have been super busy with my husband and 5 children.  I have given much thought lately to what my priorities should be/are.  Now is my time to give my family 100%.  I do not want to look back and have regrets regarding how I managed my time with my children.  I love sharing the deals I find and I may post every once in a while, but no promises.  I wanted to share my thoughts with you so that I can get this off my shoulders and be rid of the guilt.  I appreciate all of you who visit my site and support me.  Thank you!  There are lots of wonderful sites out there that can help you with couponing and getting the best deals.  My personal favorite is www.pinchingyourpennies.com.  Please feel free to e-mail me at any time (smartnsavvyshopper@gmail.com) with any questions you may have.  You can still get a great newspaper subscription through me.  Refer to my earlier post on how to get that.  Good luck with all of your "smart" shopping!  Thanks again, Jennifer  

Check This Out! State Park Passes for Free in Utah

Hey all you lucky Utah sightseers!  There is a new program at libraries (in Utah, except for Davis County) called Check It Out! that will allow you to check out a state park pass that is good for free day-use entry up to 8 people in one vehicle at 42 state parks for free.  Check out this link to find out participating parks and other info.  Enjoy your summer!

Celebrate EARTH DAY and Save 15%

One Day Only!  Click on this Walgreens link to print a coupon to receive 15-20% off your purchase at Walgreens on Earth Day, Wednesday, April 22, 2009.   Plus you'll receive one FREE reusable shopping bag with purchase (while supplies last).  Great day to do all your Walgreens shopping for the week!

Strawberries at Cash & Carry

Strawberries are $3.99 for a 4 lb. container at Cash&Carry! This is a super deal and a great time to make strawberry jam. When strawberry prices are this low, I make enough freezer jam for the entire year.  Yum!

GOTTA LOVE THIS!!!

Have you tried the Gillette Fusion Razors?  My husband loves them.  Now is your chance to try one for FREE!  Every day between April 16, 2009-May 16, 2009, Gillette is giving 500 free razors to the first 500 people to register that day. Registering is easy!  Just go to this link and follow the instructions.  Good luck!

New 70% code for Restaurant.com

Now thru April 20, use code FEAST on Restaurant.com to get 70% off your $25 dollar gift certificate purchase.  Your total will be $3 with this code.  Make sure to read the fine print on the certificates before purchasing.   Go to Restaurant.com to buy yours today!  Remember to shop through ebates (link on left) to get an extra 15% back!

Sweet Lysol Deal!!!

This week at Albertsons, participating Lysol products are 50% off.  Combine this with the coupons from SS 3/15 and go to Lysol.com to print off a form to receive a $3 rebate wyb 3 different Lysol products.  I paid $2.87 for my 3 Lysol cleaning products (which I love) and I'll receive a $3 rebate check in the mail.  Sweet!  I have extra coupons if you need them.

Great Deal On Butter At Paul's

The Paul's Market in Boise has Meadow Gold Butter 4/$5.00, limit 12.  Great stock up price!  FYI, Paul's accepts competitor coupons and manufacturer coupons.  No internet printables are accepted.  

Albertsons Deals for the Week of 4/8-4/14!

There are so many great deals at Albertsons this week!  Go to this link at PYP for a printable shopping list.  There, you will find out all the promos that are going on this week.  For a great shopping experience, make sure you organize your shopping trip and coupons before you go!  Good luck and have fun!!!

Great Post: The Money Book

I found a great post on Coupon Cravings that I want to share.  In the article, a simple tip is shared, showing how to reach financial independence using a Money Book.  I love the ideas shared here.  Be sure to read the comments section and decide which method works best for you!  I have found tracking to be a wonderful tool, whether it be with weight management or money management.  Enjoy!

Free Olay Soap At Wal-Mart

Wal-Mart has 2-packs of Olay soap priced at $1.97. Use the $2/1 coupon from April's P&G insert to get these free!

Also, there was a $.75/1 McCormick Seasoning coupon in the 4/5 insert which can be used on the McCormick Seasoning packets priced around $0.50-$1 at Wal-Mart. 

Thanks, wantitall4free!

Grocery Deals

Winco has 2 lb. blocks of Hy-Top cheese (different varieties) for $3.98.  This is a great price!  

A few great deals at Fred Meyer this week include:  

Hormel Black Label Bacon 2 for $5 with in-ad coupon

Fred Meyer Butter 3 for $4 with in-ad coupon

Fred Meyer 5 lb. bag flour 4 for $5 with in-ad coupon

Tomorrow is the last day to use your Albertsons' doublers that you received in your Sunday paper!  Don't forget to use those up.  Three were included in yesterday's paper.

MORNING MOOS AT COSTCO

I contacted customer service at the Boise Costco today.  They just received 216 buckets of Morning Moo today and have already sold 18.  It is still $54.98 for a 6 gallon bucket. They have more on order, so if you can't make it in the next couple of days, don't worry.

FREE MENTOS GUM AT WALGREENS

This month Walgreens has Mentos Gum on sale 2 for $2.  Use 2 $1 coupons from SS 3/1 to get your                       gum for free.  I got six today!