How I use mypoints to coupon

I haven't had a coupon blog, for as long as I can remember.  I don't particularly identify with extreme couponing. In fact, If I am out and about I will typically use a coupon if I have one on hand, but never match sales anymore. UNLESS, of course it comes to CVS.  CVS is my couponing dream come true.  I'm not even exaggerating.  It is by far the easiest place for me to save HUGE.  I typically will only buy things that earn ECBs (extrabucks - store cash).  I will save them and roll them on a deal combing other coupons in order to get items free, free earning ecbs (money makers), or super cheap.

Now that I have Danny, and have to buy diapers all over again (and believe me, the prices in diapers have gone up A LOT since my oldest two were in them), I try EVERYTHING to save money on diapers, be it amazon warehouse boxes, coupons, etc. CVS is my go to lately though.

Now, let me tell you my little secret.  I used to have a mypoints.com account. I still do.  I decided last year to re explore it, because it had been a while. Basically, if I search a merchant through mypoints, and shop online via mypoints, mypoints credits me x amount of points per dollar spent after up to 30 days. I mean, look at it this way, if you're shopping online anyway, why not earn points towards your purchase to later cash in on.  They also have in store promotions from time to time, where you upload a receipt and can bank BIG points.  I participate in surveys sometimes to earn points, or print coupons through them and they track the usage and credit me points for that as well, along with a plethora of other options.  Once I have a certain amount of points banked, I cash them in for gift cards.

I myself cash mine in for CVS online e gift cards.  This makes my couponing stretch EXTRA long and I get even better deals. Interested? Sign up here :)

Here are some of my deals using coupons, ECBs and mypoints gift cards to show you examples of how I save BIG being a mom of 3.

CVS Deal Transaction Last Week:

Huggies were on sale buy one get one 50% off.
I purchased (3) 25 count packs and (1) 19 count pack (my son is big in a size 5 so his size is hit or miss in stores)

$12.89 + $5.89 (half off) + $11.79 + $5.89
TOTALS Before Coupons: $36.46

Now, I had (4) printable huggies coupons that I used through mypoints.
(2) $3 off and (2) $2 off, so $38.48 - $10 (in printable coupons)

I then used a $6 off $30 purchase coupon that CVS emailed me.

I then rolled an ECB from the prior week for $5, so $22.48 - $5 = $14.86 (they only charged tax on SOME coupons), so $14.86 = $2.02 sales tax = $16.88

Now, check out my receipt and you will see the $10 gift card applied (that was an egift card from mypoints).
$16.88 - $10 egift card = $6.88 OUT OF POCKET

The CVS extrabuck deal was, spent $30 on Huggies and earn $10 extrabucks.

So, $10 - $6.88 is a profit of $3.12 !!  I walked out of CVS having made $3.12 for 93 diapers! Even Wal Mart can't beat that!

NEXT, is showing you an example of how I ROLL that $10 into another transaction for THIS week:

CVS promotion of spent $25 in participating products earn $7 ECB, So I purchased (2) charmin at $9.99 each and (5) Dawn dish soaps at .99 each = $24.93 (they round it up to $25)

CVS promotion of buy (2) Irish Spring body soap at 2 for $8 get back $3 ECB (I did this twice, since they have a limit of 4, and Stephen likes this body wash).  So, $16.

TOTALS BEFORE COUPONS: $24.93 + 16 = $40.93 + $2.76 sales tax = $ 43.69 

I used the $10 ECB from last week, so $43.69 - $10 = $33.69
I then used a $25 mypoints gift card I cashed out on this week, so $33.69 - $25 = $8.69 OUT OF POCKET

Now, on this deal, I earned $7 ECB for the Charmin and Dawn Deal and $6 on the Irish Spring deal, making me earn $13 in ECBs.

$13 ECB - $8.69 out of pocket makes a profit of $4.31!!  

I'm sure I could have gotten this deal cheaper had I had manufacturer coupons on hand, but no biggie!

So in the last two weeks, I spent out of pocket $6.88 + $8.69 = $15.57 for all items picture above and STILL have $13 to spend!  So it's like getting it all for $2.57.

So, that being said, I have $13 in ECBs and I still have a $5 mypoints gift card left to spent. I see more cheap diapers in my future.

Are you thrifty like me? Consider using mypoints, using my referral, so I get credit :)
Here is a screen shot of my mypoints account to give you an idea. The item highlighted shows where I had cashed in for the $25 egift card used in the above transaction:

Tell me about your favorite couponing trips, dear readers!

Gymbucks Redemption

I wasn't really impressed much with the Gymbucks redemption this go around.  I'll just be blunt, nothing was really on sale, and the sales prices were still way over priced in my humble opinion. But non the less, I know when all is said and done this brand does sell well on ebay and at consignment resales for a decent penny ;)

But still, cute items, and I had $25 in gymbucks to spend, so here is what I bought::

Sequin Anchor Stripe Tee:  $21.95

 

Ooh La La Dog Double Sleeve Tee $24.95 On Sale For: $4.99

Heart Cable Sweater Tunic $36.95 On Sale For: $21.49

Heart Button Plaid Skort: $29.95 On Sale For: $16.99

Totals Before Sales: $113.80

Totals with Store Sales: $65.42

-$25 in Gymbucks =$40.42

Then S&H was $5 and taxes $3 so $48.

Personally I think I would have faired better at the outlets, but I really do love the anchor top and think it will be adorable paired with some skirt she already has.  And I like the Lovable Giraffe line. I can't tell you why I bought the poodle shirt, it's not all too cute, but the $4.99 price tag looked tempting :))

Free bodysuit + free shipping when you spend $10 at Gymboree - it's back!

I was excited to see the free bodysuit + free shipping (which is $5 alone) coupon code came back!!  I have a nephew, so it's a freebie for him, and I win on free shipping. So I hit up the red balloon sale and this is what I spend a whopping $11.74 (taxes included):

Stripe Double Sleeve Bodysuit (for nephew)
$14.95 on Sale for $5.49 (ends up being free with free bodysuit code)

Poodle Stripe Panty
$5.95 on sale for $3.99

Dot Gingerbread Girl Panty
$5.95 on sale for $2.49

Gingerbread Cookie Panty
$5.95 on Sale for $2.49

Gem Bauble Bracelet
$9.00 on sale for .99

Gem Bauble Bracelet
$9.00 on sale for .99

Totals Before Sales: $50.80

Totals AFTER Red Balloon Sale: $16.04

- FREE BODY SUIT AND FREE SHIPPING COUPON when you spend $10 = $10.95
or with taxes $11.74



That's a savings of $39.85

$113.50 for only $2.21 at Bath and Body Works! - Maximizing Your Holiday Gift Cards!

One of my favorite things to do with holiday gift cards is take full advantage of the seasonal clearances to stock up on needed items in conjunction with online coupon codes! - Great way to utilize every single red cent and get more bang for your buck ;)) - Plus, I am sure the gift giver would be elated to know you got SO MUCH with their generous gift! Here is an example of saving MEGA bucks at Bath and Body Works using a $50 gift card tonight:

(1) Winter Cranberry Deep Cleansing Hand Soap $5.50 on sale for $2.50

(1) Winter Candy Apple Gentle Foaming Hand Soap $5.50 on sale for $2.50

(1) Winter Candy Apple Deep Cleansing Hand Soap $5.50 on sale for $2.50

(1) Citrus Garland Gentle Foaming Hand Soap $5.50 on sale for $2.75

(1)Fresh Picked Strawberries Deep Cleansing Hand Soap $5.50 on sale for $2.75

(2) Citrus Garland Deep Cleansing Hand Soap $5.50 on sale for $2.75

(1) Metallic Silver Snowflake Wallflowers Fragrance Plug $8.50 on sale for $3.00

(1) Nutmeg & Spice White Barn Wallflowers® Fragrance Bulb $6.50 on sale for $3.00

(1) Kitchen Lemon Deep Cleansing Hand Soap $5.00 on sale for $3.00

(1) Sweet Pea Volumizing Conditioner $7.50 on sale for $4.00

(3) Sweet Pea Volumizing Shampoo $7.50 on sale for $4.00

(1) Spiced Cider Wallflower 2-Pack Refill $12.50 on sale for $5.00 (making $2.50 each)

(1) Tis The Season Wallflower 2-Pack Refill $12.50 on sale for $5.00 (making $2.50 each)

Totals before Sale: $113.50



Totals WITH sale: $53.50



USE 20% off total purchase web coupon code: HOLIDAY20 = $10.70 off purchase



NEW TOTAL: $42.80

S&H + $5.99

= $48.79

+ sales tax $3.42

= $52.21

-$50 GIFT CARD CREDIT

=$2.21 OUT OF POCKET for 16 items SHIPPED :))



Original Sales Price of $113.50-$42.80 = SAVINGS OF $70.70 !!



After gift card a savings of $111.29 !!



Maximize your holiday gift cards using holiday clearance AND online coupon codes!!



I chose to get dishsoap because it is something my family will always use and the other items? Well, I just

love a house that smells great! ;))

Free Bodysuit at Gymboree!!

Hurry and head to Gymboree HERE and email sign up for a coupon code for a FREE body suit with ANY $10 purchase!! You will also get FREE SHIPPING! (this is rare for Gymboree) !!

Great way to score a little extra Christmas gifts on the cheap! :))

Here's what I got:

Ice Skating Monster Two Piece Gymmies

$21.95 on Sale for $10.98

Puppy Double Sleeve Bodysuit

$14.95 on Sale for $7.48

Using my coupon code Gymboree emailed me, I only spent $11.75 :))

That makes the $5 shipping FREE, and the $7.48 bodysuit FREE :))

PRE SALES COUPON TOTALS WOULD OF BEEN: $36.95

That's a savings of $25.15 :))

STOCKING STUFFERS!! :))

Happy Holidays (not to exclude anyone) :)) Share your deals below!!

Great Savings at Kohls!

During the Black Friday rush, I finally splurged and bought myself boots, I also picked up a few other odds and ends for gifts.

In turn I received $15 in Kohl's cash. Later that week my Dad gave me a $10 kohl's purchase coupon and I also printed a 20% off coupon.

While stalking Kohl's the other day, my eye was caught on this HUGE red lantern.. (the photo on kohl's website does it no justice, it's so large in person).

The sticker price said $59.99 I scanned it; since I knew a big sale was going on. It was bumped down to $29.99. Of course my eyes lit up! Paired with my $15 Kohl's cash, the $10 off coupon AND the 20% coupon my grand total with taxes included??

A whopping $4.27 !! NO WAY?! ;)) Made my day!! Not sure what I will put in it yet, I'll stalk Pottery Barn later for inspiration. I just can't pass up a deal. Is anyone on instagram? It's my new addiction :)) - well, now that I joined the rest of the world and got a smart phone. I adore looking at everyone's vintagey edits :)

Gymboree SUPER SAVINGS!! (October 2012)

I haven't updated my last few Gymboree savings trips, but here is one I did tonight. I told myself NO MORE GYMBOREE, and that my kids were set. But my little girl has grown a pants size and literally has one pair of pants that fit her in the waist. So I randomly checked Gymboree's site from a Columbus day email I received from them and was pleasantly surprised to see GREAT mark downs! Then I had a 20% off coupon or I could use a $25 off $100 coupon (which ultimately was the best option given at $75 I would get free shipping as well). So 20% off plus an extra $5 off and I saved another $5 on shipping.

At this rate I will open my own Ebay store when the kids outgrown their things! ;)

Here is what I bought tonight:

* Girls Gem Bow Pocket Flare Jeans *

$32.95

On Sale For: $14.99

*Gem Button Bow Pony Holder* 

To go with the MANY pieces I bought in this line for Back to School

$6.00

On Sale For: $1.87

*Smart Chicks Rule Double Sleeved Tee*

$24.95

On Sale For: $9.74

*Flower Belted Boot Cut Jean*

$36.95

On Sale For: $15.74

*Flower Streamer Pony Holder*

$8.00

On Sale For: $3.37

*Holiday Memories Bow Patent Shoe*

(I bought last years line Christmas Jumper Dress and hope these will go with it)

$36.95

On Sale For: $27.71

 (which is more than I would normally pay, but with a coupon it's justifiable)

*Flower Tight*

$14.95

On Sale For: $5.62

(I have a lot of pieces from this collection)

*Belted Twill Cargo Pant*

$32.95

On Sale For: $10.49

*Pirate Ship Stripe Double Sleeve Polo Shirt*

$21.95

On Sale For: $13.49

ORIGINAL RETAIL VALUE: $215.65

SALE TOTALS: $103.02

- $25 off $100 Purchase Coupon

= GRAND TOTAL OF $78.02

THEN I get back $25 in Gymbucks - It's like getting everything for ONLY $53.02 !! :))

In case you're wondering how I spent my gymbucks from previous purchases, I went ahead and got the children's Christmas outfits. Here they are:

I also used some of the gymbucks online and finished up with getting the Cherry Collection dirt cheap and some sweaters for the kids. Okay, so now, I would like to think I am officially done. :)) These clothes will last them well into next year :))