Wednesday, February 27, 2019

Using Coupons For Toiletries

homemade Canadian bacon pizza: I used the leftover bread dough for crust


Today I took the bus to CVS and bought some mouth rinses and toilet paper.  As some of you know, I use  Dr. Ellie's system for preventive dentistry. It has made a huge difference in my dental bills. The mouthwashes are expensive, so I take advantage of sales and coupons.

finished the first blue striped sock

I found the Closys on sale. If you buy one, you get the second one at half price. The cashier let me open the boxes and use the $1.00 off coupons inside, as well. She gave me $2.00 back in cash coupons, which I used to buy some Listerine and ACT. That purchase came with another $1.00 coupon for toothbrushes, which I also needed. It all really adds up; it just meant going to the cashier three times. There was no line, though, so it took barely any time.  I saved $12.00, and she gave me another $2.00 cash coupon.

The sparrows have returned and built two nests above the chicken coop

I sat at the bus stop and worked on my second sock. The first one is finished, and it fits perfectly. I may send these to a friend of mine in Pittsburgh.  I think she would really like them. I also sent a photo to the lady who gave me the yarn. She was pleased to hear that I am enjoying it. It's so luxurious to work with; I think it must have silk or cashmere in it. There is no label. It will go perfectly with light blue jeans.   

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16 comments:

  1. Wow $12 of savings. That's great. Like you said, it all adds up.

    The sock looks so comfortable and pretty. I'm sure your friend will love it.

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    1. Thanks Nil. Yes, it does all add up over time. Thanks for the encouragement.

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  2. Great deals today! Love the socks. Colors are so nice. X Chy

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  3. Your pizza looks delicious and your sock looks nice and warm! I, too, like to use coupons when I can for various items. Every little bit helps, as you say. :) I used to have sparrows nesting in the corners of my garage, but, they don't do so, anymore. I think the garden cats make them too nervous. Hope you have a good day, tomorrow.

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    1. Hi Bless, I'm sure the cats do frighten them. I love coupons, too.

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  4. Just catching up with all your recent posts now, Stephenie. It's great to make savings on toiletries. I have a little set of drawers on wheels in our bathroom where I stockpile things like toothpaste and toothbrushes, floss and so on. I only buy these when they are on a good sale. We also each get a dental pack twice a year with our check-ups. That means 6 tubes of toothpaste, brushes and floss too.

    Your sourdough looks delicious too! Meg:)

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    1. Hi Meg, I buy those items on sale, too. My favorite is ten boxes of toothpaste for $10.00.

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  5. You really know how to use the CVS system! Good for you. I will go 5 or 6 years between visits to the doctor (my aversion to the doctor is almost pathological), but I go to the dentist every 6 months on the dot. We do have dental insurance which has been a big help over the years. I see several birds starting to nest around the yard and in the eaves next door. It is a sure sign of spring!

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    1. Hi Anita, Yes, it is. It's wonderful to hear the birds singing during the day, too. Even the chickens are laying eggs again.

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  6. That sock is gorgeous and the pizza looks yummy! Bobi

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    1. Hi Bobi, Thank you! The pizza was delicious. I am working on the second sock now.

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  7. Those socks look smashing. I would happily stand in a queue several times to save a few pounds.

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    1. Thanks Cherie. I love this yarn, and it was a gift.

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  8. I have just found your blog and I think that it is quite delightful. So, I'll be reading posts from earlier. Lucky me!

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  9. Hi Susan, Welcome, and thank you for introducing yourself. I am so happy to hear that you are enjoying my blog.

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