I had a late start yesterday. The second CVS I shopped was getting ready to close and I was still browsing. As soon as I realized this I headed straight to the cash register. Wanting to get a few extra papers, my eldest child, Megan, and I decided to take a trip to town. First we stopped to get gas and a couple of newspapers. DH already picked up one paper, so I figured two more would be sufficient. Especially since my mom has been sending me her coupons each week. We headed to the first CVS, the one I usually shop, and picked up a few items. A couple of things to note. I figured my scenarios based on starting with $5 in ECBs. On my way out the door I realized I had a total of $8 in ECBs. I purchased 2 Dry Idea deodorants feeling this was a good deal regardless of the limit of 1 on the ECB deal, but received 2 ECB deals for this product. Furthermore, my receipt does not state I have reached my limit for this deal. This may be something others want to explore.
First CVS
Transaction #1
2 Ritz Crackers $1.00 each
1 $2/1 MQ (1/25 SS)
Final cost- FREE
2 Dry Idea $2.99 (ECBs $2.00)
2 $2/1 IP (get yours here)
Final cost- $1.98 for two
ECBs earned- $4.00
** Update- This has a limit of 3 **
1 Colgate Max Toothpaste $2.99 (ECBs $2.99)
Final cost- $2.99
ECBs earned- $2.99
1 Bic Soleil Razor $6.99 (ECBs $3.00)
1 $2/1 MQ (3/15 SS)
Final cost- $4.99
ECBs earned- $3.00
1 Gold Emblem Butter Pretzels $1.19
Final cost- $1.19
$8.00 ECBs used
$3.15 OOP (w/ tax $3.63)
$9.99 ECBs earned
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Transaction #2
1 Irish Spring Body Wash $4.99 (ECBs $4.99)
1 50¢/1 MQ (3/15 SS)
Final cost- $4.49
ECBs earned- $4.99
$4.00 ECBs used
49¢ OOP (w/ tax 54¢)
$4.99 ECBs earned
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Second CVS
Transaction #3
4 Bliss Chocolate $3.50 each ($5.00 ECBs wyb $15.00)
2 $1/1 MQ (3/1 SS)
2 $1/1 IP (get yours here)
Final cost- $10.00
2 Reese Eggs 50¢ each ($5.00 ECBs wyb $15.00)
Final cost- $1.00
ECBs earned- $5.00
$10.98 ECBs used
2¢ OOP (w/ tax 12¢)
$5.00 ECBs earned
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Transaction #4
2 Pantene Shampoo/Conditioner $3.50 each (ECBs $2.00 wyb 2)
1 $1/2 MQ (2/8 P&G)
Final cost- $6.00 for two
ECBs earned- $2.00
1 Pantene Styling Product $3.50 (ECBs $2.00 wyb 2)
1 Buy Pantene Shampoo & Condition Get Styling Product FREE MQ (3/15 P&G)
Final cost- FREE
2 Gold Emblem Gummies $1.50 each
1 $1/2 Gold Emblem CVS Q
Final cost- $2.00 for two
$6.00 ECBs used
$3.00 OOP (w/ tax $3.29)
$2.00 ECBs earned
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Transaction #5
2 Pantene Shampoo/Conditioner $3.50 each (ECBs $2.00 wyb 2)
1 $1/2 MQ (2/8 P&G)
Final cost- $6.00 for two
ECBs earned- $2.00
1 Pantene Styling Product $3.50 (ECBs $2.00 wyb 2)
1 Buy Pantene Shampoo & Condition Get Styling Product FREE MQ (3/15 P&G)
Final cost- FREE
ECBs earned- $2.00
$2.00 ECBs used
$4.00 OOP (w/ tax $4.42)
$4.00 ECBs earned
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Total of All Transactions:
$63.64 Total before coupons & ECBs
$22.50 in MQ, store Q, & IP
$30.98 in ECBs used
$4.00 in ECBs remaining
$10.16 OOP (w/ tax $12.00)
** 84% Savings **
The last two transactions were supposed to be one transaction, but the cash register would not accept two $1/2 Pantene coupons in one transaction. I do not feel comfortable conducting more than two transactions at one time and, as it turned out, the second CVS had a better selection on the Pantene. Additionally, the second CVS has a coupon scan thingy and it was working today. This is how I obtained the $1/2 Gold Emblem candy CVS Q. I am unable to find the booklet in any of the pharmacies. They have February’s out, still. And it is a good thing I do not have that big of a sweet tooth, except for the many oranges I have been scarfing down lately!
I am thinking our stockpile is growing with shampoos and soaps and such and suggested to DH that we consider sending a care package to his kids (19 & 20 years old). My mom always said “charity begins at home”. Both of them are just starting out in life and can use any help they can get. I remember those days.
Anne, you’re my Hip Hip Hurray Giveaway winner this week!
I’ll be emailing you soon!!
Marianne @ The New Frugal Mom
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