Get ready for some help couponing with these helpful Couponing for Beginners tips!
Are you new to using coupons? Or would you like to take your couponing to the next level?
The Frugal Girls Couponology is here to help. Couponology is Couponing for Beginners + more!
Frugal friend Dolly sent over this adorable picture of her seriously cute dog Lexie! She said Lexie gets soooo excited when she’s cleaning out her expired coupons… and loves to jump in and ‘help’ out! See… you can get the whole family on board!
Now are your ready to slash your bills with coupons? Here are some helpful clues, tips, and additional sources of coupons to help you save the most money possible…
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Couponing for Beginners
- Get organized! Check out My Basket Coupon Organizer… then check out what other Frugal Girls do to organize their coupons!
- Or… if you prefer organizing your coupons in a Coupon Notebook, you can find notebook inserts here… and then you can find coupon categories here!
- Don’t feel like you have to go overboard with the stockpile of the century, there will always be another sale! 😉
- Found some bargains on items you don’t really need? Donate to others in need! {food pantries, homeless shelters, animal shelters, schools, churches, Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes, etc.}
What your frugal friends are saying…
Patti writes: “I still use my 3-ring binder, divided by category (food, HBA, cleaning, paper, etc) and it takes less than 5 minutes a week to keep it updated. I save anywhere from 10% + by using coupons each time I shop. That doesn’t include BOGOs and specials. Couponing is worth it!”
General Coupon Abbreviations and Lingo:
Wondering what all this coupon code language is??
- P&G insert or P&G = Sunday Newspaper Proctor & Gamble coupon insert
- SmartSource insert or SS = SmartSource Sunday Newspaper coupon insert
- RedPlum insert or RP = RedPlum Sunday Newspaper coupon insert
- GM insert = General Mills Sunday Newspaper coupon insert
- Pepsi insert = PepsiCo Moments to Save Sunday Newspaper coupon insert
- BOGO = Buy 1 item, Get 1 FREE!
- B1G1 = Buy 1 item, Get 1 FREE!
- ECBs = CVS Extra Bucks rewards
- MIR = Mail-in rebate
- NLA = No Longer Available
- PSA = Price Starts At
- RRs = Walgreens Register Rewards
- WYB = When You Buy
Coupon Printers & Printing Coupons:
Printable Coupons and Grocery Store eCoupons:
Heading to my local grocery store’s website is one of my favorite sources for Printable Coupons and eCoupons. Before I head to the store, I make sure to check my local store’s website for any new coupons that match up with items I already plan to buy.
For example, I use the eCoupons for my local Fry’s Foods (part of Kroger), and also at my local Sprout’s Farmer’s Market.
Purchase Coupons with a Discounted Newspaper Subscripion:
Load up on coupons when you get a Discounted Newspaper Subscription! This is one of the easiest ways to consistently collect the most coupons.
FREE iPhone & Android Coupon Apps:
Many stores offer Free iPhone and Android Apps with regularly updated coupons. Craft stores like Hobby Lobby, JoAnn, and Michaels all have great apps that offer regular discounts. Search for your favorite store’s app in the App Store, and check for coupon offers before you head out shopping. It’s an easy way to save even more using coupons from your phone when you’re out and about!
Need More Coupons??
- Exchange unwanted coupons with friends
- Host a coupon exchange party
- Sign up for Free Samples! {many come with coupons!}
- Ask your friends, family, or neighbors for their unwanted Sunday Newspaper coupons
- Check your newspaper and discounted magazines for coupons inside!
- Check your local library or grocery store for coupon swap boxes {where people can share coupons and take coupons}!
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Know Your Store’s Coupon and Price Match Policy:
Before heading to your local grocery store, it’s always a good idea to familiarize yourself with their Coupon Policy and Price Match Policy. Head on over to the store’s site and search for their policies, so you’re aware of your store’s coupon rules and guidelines. Keep in mind that coupon policies and price match policies can change over time, so it’s always a good idea to check periodically for new guidelines.
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- Get a Free Chili’s Gift Card
- Get a Free CVS Gift Card
- Free Dunkin Donuts Gift Cards
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- Free Grocery Gift Cards
- Free Home Goods Gift Card
- Earn a Free iTunes Gift Card
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- Score a Free Lowe’s Gift Card
- Get a Free Home Depot Gift Card
- Free Macaroni Grill Gift Card
- Free Macy’s Gift Card
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- Free Nike Gift Cards
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- Free Olive Garden Gift Card
- Score a Free Papa John’s Gift Card
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- Free REI Gift Card
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Alejandra says
Love couponing
Tara says
I run into this problem all the time…I live in Boston and the only supermarket in my area is a Shaw’s or Market Basket and no one ever has these places on their coupon sites! I’m dyingggg to be able to coupon effectively but can’t find success stories from these stores! Please help me! 🙂
Emily says
Hi! I was wondering if the Sunday newspaper coupon inserts were the same across the country? I was looking for a Lysol coupon, checked this database and saw that there was one listed in the SS #3 for this past Sunday. However, when I checked my inserts, mine didn’t have the coupon. Just wondering! Thanks!
Heidi says
Hi Emily ~ Sunday newspaper coupon inserts can vary slightly by region. Hope that helps! 😉
April hill says
I live in central TX & my Walmart has a sale on Libby’s 4 pak veges for $2.00. There is a manufacturer coupon for $1.00 off four cans. That’s 25 cents a can. You have to be ready for cashier to manually process coupon bc it doesn’t scan properly but I’ve had no problem with three different purchases.
Jim says
Download PerksConnect for your smartphone. I’ve saved so much money already because you get a discount almost everywhere!
Kristin Whitehead says
I am an avid couponer and I love all of your tips!! Thank you so much!!
Rachel says
K-Mart isn’t listed here with their policy, but I discovered they do not accept coupons where you receive an item free. For instance, I was purchasing Axe products for my husband, where you buy one deodorant and receive a body wash for free. They refused to honor the coupon and said it was new company policy to no longer accept coupons where an item will be free… Bummer! Good thing Wal-Mart is directly across the street from my K-Mart. ;o)
Dianne Parchman says
I also watch the extreme couponing show and I agree I dont see how they are able do get the deals they get. I have done ok on some items, but not like the show. I do love watching the show tho. Any hints or help would greatly be appreciated. I ive in the MS.