This week

This week might be a bit quieter for me here on my blog.  I really need to focus on planning our upcoming vacation.  I still have a ton to plan, and I know with the holidays the next 44 days are going to fly by.  Plus, this is a big trip - Disney and New Orleans with the in-laws, many, many details still need to be worked out - I am the Chief Vacation Officer and don't want to let anyone down! :)

If I see any screaming good deals, I will post them still - but otherwise, it will probably be a tad quieter around here for a few days.

Meanwhile, a quick deal I spotted yesterday at ShopKo - they have a very nice assortment of games on sale for $6.99 or $8.99 (Monopoly, Clue, Hi Ho Cherry Oh, Life, etc.).  In addition to that, there is a mail in rebate - $2.00 or $3.00 respectively.  I picked up "Don't Break the Ice" for Henry.  I also noticed cool trucks that make noise on sale for $3.99, marked down from $7.99 - and there were quite a few other mark downs as well.  Looks like ShopKo is kinda getting in on the toy price wars between Target and Wal*Mart!

ShopKo Jeans Sale

Sunday, November 1 - Saturday, November 7 kids jeans are all on sale for just $9.99.

I wonder if the adult jeans are on sale as well...hmmmm!

ShopKo Toy and Halloween Sale

I noticed in this week's flyer, ShopKo is having a Buy 1, get 1 50% off on ALL their toys.

They also have their Halloween/Fall items on sale for 50% off.

I headed over there this afternoon during Henry's nap to scope out what I might find.

There is a big selection of costumes!  The costumes original prices are INSANE!  No way, no how would I spend $40 on a costume!  I could barely choke up to hand $20 over for one.  But I did.  And it's cute.  And it fits well.  And Henry loves it.  I'm sure he'll wear it for dress-up in the future.  So, it's almost worth $20.  He's be stylin' at the church Harvest Party in a couple weeks.

I also found a ton of toys on clearance.  For Christmas, I purchased a Mr. Potato Head ($6.99) with a $2.00 coupon found here, and a Cars book that has a steering wheel, and tons of noises, for $10.  The book was a bit steep, but I  know he'll enjoy it.  ShopKo also had the DanceCam (on clearance for $29.99-the coupon is for another $10 off!), the Glow Worm and DinoRoars you can find coupons for all of those here.

I may go back and purchase a few more toys, the DinoRoars for my nephew possibly.  2 Matchbox cars would only be about $1.50 and they make great stocking stuffers.  ShopKo also has quite a few Leapster items on clearance that may end up being a great deal paired with the coupons I mentioned here.

Overall, a costume and two toys for $37.  The original cost would have been over $50.  I wasn't thrilled with the final cost, but I know they are all things we will use, and my little one will enjoy--better than spending less money on things he won't like!

ShopKo Baby Sale

I just got an email from ShopKo....as you can see from the logo above, they are having a baby sale.  The email lists the following:

• 50% off baby and toddler sets & separates
• All baby gear on sale
• Save big on everyday essentials

Now, being that ShopKo is traditionally more expensive than Target, I'm not sure if these sales will be any good.  If I have time, I'll pop in and report back if I find anything worth it!

Econo/ShopKo/Target Runs

Last night I made three stops around town.  $26.01 was spent for all the items above.  Here is the breakdown.

First up, Econo Foods:

Keebler Fudge Shoppee Cookies: 2/$3.69 (or BOGO)

$1/2 coupon here

2/$2.69, or $1.35 each

Pringles: 2/$3

$1/2 from 8/30 paper

2/$2, or $1 each

TOTAL SPENT: $4.69

Next was ShopKo:

Covergirl Make-up: BOGO

$2.50/2 coupon I clipped a long while back

I selected the cheapest mascara they had included with the deal, $4.99

2/$2.49, or $1.25 each

TOTAL SPENT: $2.49 (plus tax...I have seemed to misplace my receipt!)

And lastly, Target:

Pampers Jumbo Pack: $9.99

$1.00 coupon

$2.50 coupon here

$6.49

Huggies "Little Movers" Jumbo Pack: $8.99

$3.00 coupon I got in a mailer a long time ago (only good for "Little..." line or Pure & Natural)

$1.50 Target coupon here

$4.49

Johnson & Johnson Baby Wash: $2.24

$1.00 coupon from here

$1.00 Target coupon here

$0.24

Dawn Foam Pump Soap: $2.25

$1.50 coupon from this mailer

$0.75

Bounce Dryer Bar: $3.79

$1.50 Target coupon

$1.00 coupon from 8/30 newspaper

$1.29

Skittles Crazy Cores: $0.52 each

$1.00 Target coupon here

$0.04 for two

General Mills Cereal Cup: $1.00

$1.00 Target coupon here

FREE

Tresemme Hair Spray: $3.00

No coupon, but this was 10% off and I use this every day, so a deal is a deal!

Ziploc Bags: $1.99

BOGO coupon from 8/30 newspaper

2/$1.99, or $1 each

I did not take advantage of the Speical K deal because the selection at our Target was very lacking-and we truly have enough snacks!

TOTAL: $18.83, I saved $19.92!

Stash:

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  Different snacks - cookies & chips.  I need to resist the good deals - we are going to end up gaining so much weight!
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  3 Baby wash (one that I uncovered last night while sorting through a bin-o-stuff, one from previous run!)
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  2 packs of diapers (plus, we have a slight stockpile previously)
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  2 mascara
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  2 soap (one from previous Target run)
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  4 bags of Skittles.  We are going on vacation tomorrow, I'm bringing a pack on the plane for Henry.  An excellent distraction tool.

$75 a Week Grocery Challenge:

I'm only counting the actual food, so...

• $21.43 left.  I want to hit up Cash Wise tonight before we leave to take advantage of some of the shelf/freezer deals.

ShopKo Deals

In the ShopKo ad I found at least one goody:

• Covergirl cosmetics: BOGO - $2.50 coupon, I got this coupon a while back and it expires today!
• Bounce Dryer Bar: $3.99 - $1.00 coupon from 8/30 paper = $2.99, this may be cheaper at Target because I also have a $1.50 Target coupon...not sure on the price at Target.
• Tide: $6.99 - $1.00 coupon from 8/30 paper = $5.99, again, there may be a better deal at Target on a larger size on sale for $10.99.  We aren't yet in desperate need of laundry soap, so I just might wait for a better bargain.