Today was my first stab at Extreme Couponing! After watching the new hit show on TLC, I decided to give it a whirl! I read a few blogs online that gave me some tips and tricks. But, being a beginner I put off my prep time until the morning of my shopping trip. Live and learn I guess is the key to success.
I found out that the closest store to me that doubles manufactures coupons is Rainbow. So I browsed their add and used their online shopping list to guide me. I had Chris make me a good breakfast so I wouldn't get side tracked and buy a bunch of things my eyes wanted.
I got to the store and it was PACKED - I guess everyone wants to take advantage of the great double coupon Saturday Rainbow offers. I realized I am going to need to learn my store better, because I wondered aimlessly for quite a while tyring to find baking mixes (which I left the store without - as I became sidetracked at some point and forgot my mission).
In the end, I certainly didn't save like the Extreme Couponers on TV, but I did save $51.75 on a total bill of $121.47. Pretty exciting if you ask me!
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