Saving on things we buy:
- Used $9 in grocery store rewards to buy things we needed for Thanksgiving. I also took advantage of the triple points timing, and the inexpensive sales - celery for $.49 a bunch & eggs for $1.50 for 18 (best price I've seen around here this year). I also found two marked down packages of ground beef ($.99/lb). It's not as lean as we usually buy, but I'll drain it well when we use it.
- I also stocked up on microwave popcorn (snack size, the kids favorite) at Rite Aid. For $.70 for a three pack, it's an easy after school snack that the kids can make themselves.
- I also bought two Nike gift cards, earning $16 in rewards. Both boys need new shoes, so we will try to take advantage of the tax free holiday sales at the Nike outlet in Oregon & get them each new shoes.
- Costco was offering Delta gift cards for 10% off. We also earn a reward on all Costco purchases. M flies on Delta frequently, so we bought the $1500 maximum.
- Chased down $30 of missing grocery store rewards from an offer. I'd say this happens at least 50% of the time with the offers they run. At least I'm always aware & paying attention, & know the email process quite well. ;-)
- We also had quite a haul at Rite Aid, getting gift cards with a bonus, and tons of other Black Friday deals.
Earning money:
- Sold a pair of jeans on eBay, making just under $10. Nothing to get too excited about, but junk out, money in. Win!
- Sold a dice set on eBay, making another $10.
- Sold two outdoor cushions on our local neighborhood swap, earning $8. Again, nothing exciting, but these have been taking up a lot of space in a closet, so happy to see them go.
- I listed two new items on eBay. I haven't posted anything since I went back to work, but I figure now is the time to get stuff posted!
Avoiding spending:
- I'd added vanilla extract to the shopping list, as my mom used the last of the homemade stuff while she was here. M picked it up at Costco, and I was blown away by the cost ($29.99). It prompted me to check around in my pantry. I found beans & vodka, so I made my own. My mom bought a small size to use until the homemade variety has fully steeped.
What about you? What frugal wins have you had this week?
Do you have a link how you make your extract? It is very expensive and we use a lot in holiday baking. I am staying away from stores today, only need to do grocery shopping..
ReplyDeleteI don't know if you shop at Kohls, but I always stock up on our athletic shoes during their BF sale. Select Nike, New Balance & Asics are on sale for $29.99 per pair & you earn $15 Kohls cash for every $50 spent. Also 6% through Ebates/Rakuten. They have the same deal in kids sizes, which cost slightly less. I think $24.99.
ReplyDeleteI always save my Swagbucks gift cards to pay for our shoes, but Rite Aid & Walgreens also had deals on Kohls gift cards earlier this month. I then use the Kohls cash to buy some last minute gifts or stock up on summer clearance for my son. Just thought I'd share in case you want to take advantage of this deal for your sons. The Kohls sale ends tonight.
Great deals on the celery and ground beef! Good deal on your eBay sales, every little bit helps and I'm always glad to get something else out of the house. The cost of vanilla is shocking, kudos to you for making yor own. :)
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