A Few Freebies

I've done a dismal job of posting this weekend, but I'm going to work on doing better.  For now, here are a few freebies I've come across after reviewing the coupon inserts that came today.  (If you don't get the paper, watch for an amazing deal soon!  And meanwhile, call a few stores to see if they have any left from today that they'll hold for you!!!)

The P&G insert has coupons for Colgate toothbrushes and toothpaste that can be rounded up at Smith's through Tuesday for free items!

Also, the Smart Source insert has a Gain coupon that can be paired with the Rite Aid sale price of $.89 (or price matched at Target or Walmart) to make for free dish soap too!  (Thanks, Utah Deal Diva!)

Don't forget about the Bounty coupon in the P&G insert too--use it at the round up sale at Smith's on the Bounty Basics single roll for $.09 paper towels!

And both the Ivory and Zest coupons in the P&G insert are bound to make for cheap-to-free soap during the round up event! 

So what do we learn from this?  The newspaper contains a goldmine of coupons!!!  Can you imagine if you had four copies of the coupons in today's paper???  You could stock up on toothbrushes, toothpaste, paper towels, soap, dish soap--all for pretty much free!  Wow!  Again, I hope to be posting a great newspaper deal in the next few days, so watch for it!  And meanwhile--get those coupons clipped so you can save big!

And a Quick Giveaway!

I had a couple of great readers give me a few beer rebates that expire at the end of this month, and I want to give them out!  (Remember that in many states, including Utah, no beer purchase is required to use these rebates!!!)  Just leave a comment on this post with which type you prefer to enter.  I have quite a few beef, seafood, poultry, and pork rebates that are for August, but you have until mid-September to submit them.  I'll be sure to email you to let you know what  you need to purchase by Aug. 30 or 31st to qualify for the rebate, then you can send it in when you receive it.  Easy peasy!  Just keep your receipt, and you'll be good to go with the rebate form.

This contest ends Monday at noon so I can get them out to you!  Get entered now!

More Deals Coming Soon!

I've had a crazy few days between my nephew's wedding, preparing for two surgeries for two of my children and interviewing new helpers to work with my daughter with special needs, I haven't been around a computer much since Thursday.  I promise I haven't forgotten about you guys and am excited to post some great deals soon.  I'm going to sit down tonight and get caught up on everything after the wedding reception, so watch for some smokin' deals then, and have a fun Saturday!  (And be sure to take some low-value coupons to Smith's to see what deals you can score with the coupon round-up!)

Super Simple Savings at Smith's!

How about an 85% savings???!!!  That's the kind of receipt that awaits you this week at Smith's (if you pay a little attention to what you buy).  I went in today with my low-value coupons in-hand and was excited to find many of the things I wanted.  Keep in mind that all of these deals (except the Hefty bags and toothbrushes) were made possible by coupons from my newspaper subscriptions.  However, the savings that I got just from this purchase would pay for TWO FULL SUBSCRIPTIONS for one year!!!  That's right--I saved almost $40!  My grand total was just over $8!  So pull out those low-value coupons and get to Smith's!  Let us know what you find--send pics--I'd love to post your deals! 

Best Grocery Deals This Week

This post contains pricing for some of the best grocery deals this week in the Salt Lake Valley. Many of these items are things you may purchase each week. Often, items like produce, meat and dairy goods do not have coupons, so I've listed some of the best deals to help cut your grocery bill even without coupons. You can use this list in one of two ways--either go to each store individually for the discounts or print the list to use for price-matching at Walmart or Target (Super Target has a larger selection of grocery items).


Keep in mind that it is always smart to bring your ads with you, just in case. Also, I try to keep my price-matching purchases together either at the front or back of my order. That makes it easier to go over pricing with the cashier and also speeds up the process to not hold up other customers waiting to be served.

***If you have any additions for the list, please email me, and I'll add them!
***Items with stars are at stock-up pricing!

Meat
***Boneless Country Style Pork Ribs $1.19 lb. (Associated Foods)
***Beef Full-Cut Bone-in Round Steak $1.99 lb. (Ream's)
***Rump Roast $1.99 lb. (Fresh Market)
Top Sirloin Steak $2.99 lb. (Fresh Market)\
***Boneless Cross-Rib Roast $1.99 lb. (Harmon's)
Chuck Pot Roast $2.59 lb. (Associated Foods)

Produce
***Limes 7/$1 (Ream's)
***Zucchini $.79 lb. (Ream's)
***Large Artichokes $.99 each (Ream's)
Celery $.69 each (Ream's)
Egg Plant $.98 each (Ream's)
Peaches $.99 lb. (Fresh Market)
Extra Lg. Roma Tomato $.89 lb. (Fresh Market)
***Broccoli $.69 lb. (Associated Foods)
Cauliflower $.79 lb. (Fresh Market)
***Bananas 3lbs./$1 (Harmon's)
Corn on the Cob 5/$1 (Associated Foods)
Dole Classics Iceberg or Cole Slaw Bag (With in-ad coupon) $.99 (Associated Foods)
Green Bell Pepper 2/$1 (Harmon's)

Bakery
Wonder & Home Pride 20 oz. white/wheat Bread 3/$5 (Fresh Market)
***Don Julio 10 inch Flour Tortillas, 8 ct. $.99 (Associated Foods)

Dairy
Gold-n-Soft Margarine Tub $.88 (Ream's)
***Dozen Medium Eggs 2/$1 (Fresh Market)
***Store Brand Sour Cream, 16 oz. $.88 (with in-ad coupon at Associated Foods)
Store Brand Sour Cream, 16 oz. $1 (Smith's)
***Store Brand Cottage Cheese, 16 oz. $1 (Smith's)
Store Brand Cream Cheese, 8 oz. $1 (Smith's)
***Country Crock 15 oz. Spread 10/$10 (Smith's)

Miscellaneous
Geisha Mandarin Oranges, 11 oz. can 2/$.88 (Ream's)
***Geisha Tuna, 5 oz. can 2/$.88 (Ream's)

Circus Winners!

We have our first two winners!  Congrats to:

annejk112233@....

joeysmama@...

I used random.org to choose our winning numbers. 

Winners:  send me a quick email to sosimpletosave@hotmail.com by noon on Friday, August 27th to claim your prizes!  Otherwise we'll pick back-up winners.  And have a great time at the circus!

***Remember that I'll draw our last two winners next week, so get entered!  (If you're already entered, you'll still be counted for next time!)

First Two Sets of Circus Tickets Will Be Given Away Today!

Today's the big day for two families!  I'll be drawing two winners later this evening to receive four-packs of tickets to the Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus!  Two more final winners will be drawn next week too!  Make sure to leave your comments here to enter!  Good luck!