spare time on a saturday, mixes with craft store coupons.

It has become a bit of a joke between Tori and I that everything we do is based around a deal or a coupon. Yes, there are times we pay full price but we do love a good deal whenever and where ever possible. This has crossed over to cover many different areas of my life besides grocery shopping. 

I am not totally sure what caused this need to craft ,well it actually may have just been the coupons Tori posted yesterday for Roberts and Tai Pan, but whatever caused it, my weekend plans are now going to involve some sort of creating probably using a glue gun (and due to the coupons some shopping as well :) ). 

By using coupons it has, trips to craft and fabric stores much less pricey, as well as date nights more affordable, and many many many other things that have been fun for my family. Using coupons this weekend my family will probably go out for a meal, and I will work on the craft. 

Has your coupon use trickled into other parts of life or had an impact on other areas besides your grocery budget? If so tell us about it! Where else are you saving, or what have you done with the money your coupon shopping has saved you? 

Recipes Using Sale Items- Avocados

There was not really anything that caught my eye for serious stocking up on when I shop this week. This means that I will just be picking up the "this and that" we will need to create meals next week from the other things we have on hand. 

The one thing I did notice however was avocados are on SALE at smiths. What does this mean? Guacamole for cheap- and using it in a 7 layer bean dip! If you happen to be one of those people (like my husband) who thinks avocado is gross, this post is not for you, as I could not more strongly disagree! =) So, avocados on sale means making some guacamole for the freezer. Avocados do not freeze well whole, or cut into pieces. However if you mash them and add some lemon juice (so the acidity can keep the  mash does from turning a 

unappetizing grey color) they will freeze great. 

Directions to freeze for later use:

Using a fork mash the avocados well. Transfer them into a freezer bag and seal tightly, leaving just a little air space for frozen fruit to expand. It is best to use within 3-4 months.

When your ready for your mashed avocado, allow it to defrost overnight in the fridge. Then use it as usualy in dips or as a sandwich spread. 

For a really quick guacamole I will mix a few tablespoons of salsa in. With summer on the way I know we will be having at least one BBQ or party of some sort to attend and this makes for an easy appetizer -at a great price.

$10 off a $10 Purchase at Aero 4/23-4/25

Well a trip to the mall is definitely in the plans for this weekend. Tai Pan and now this! I love FREE! From 4/23-4/25 you can use this coupon to take $10 off a $10 purchase at Aero. I have a brother on a mission and I have been wanting to send him a new P-Day shirt!

25% off your entire purchase coupon to Tai Pan

I am excited for all these crafty coupons. I recently saw this cute idea for kids snacks here on Blue Cricket Design and this 25% off your entire purchase coupon at Tai Pan will make it a great deal!

Photo courtsey of Blue Cricket Design

50% off coupons to Roberts Crafts

This weekend there are all kinds of 50% off coupons you can print online to use at Roberts Crafts stores in honor of 50's days. Be sure to check them out if you are looking for a new craft or project!

Friday Mega Swag Bucks Reminder

Don't forget to do some extra searching today becuase our odds are better at winning Swag Bucks on Friday!

What are you saving your Swag Bucks for?

I have had readers tell me they are saving up to buy Amazon gift cards for Christmas, airline tickets, and target gift cards.

New to Swag Bucks? Check out this post for all the Swag Bucks details!

Facebook Reminder

Just a reminder, if you haven't visited us on Facebook now is the time. Emily just reminded me we are going to pick a winner over there really soon......We are really excited about this one.

Meal Planning

This week as I looked through the shopping lists I didn't see anything I needed to stock up on! This week I am going to cut my budget down and just buy some fresh food items at Maceys. To read about how I plan my meals click here.

• Breakfast

Oatmeal, peaches and toast

Cereal, yogurt and orange

Poptarts, juice and fruit

Breakfast casserole and juice

Granola, yogurt and grapes

Breakfast burritos with sausage links

• Lunch

Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches with crackers and cheese

Chili and baked potato's

Sweet and Sour meatballs with steamed rice and corn

Lunchables on play date

Grilled cheese with veggies and dips

Hot dogs, french fries and grapes

• Dinner

Turkey with mashed potatoes and gravy and broccoli

Chicken tacos with chips and salsa and rice

Cola Pot Roast with carrots and homemade rolls

BBQ Chicken legs with macaroni salad and baked beans

Apple baked Pork Chops with rice baked potato's

Chicken Alfredo with asparagus and garlic bread

• Snacks

Popcorn

Homemade Pretzels and cheese sauce

Peanut butter and crackers

• Desserts

Root beer Floats

7-Up cupcakes

• Weekly Shopping List

1 Rotisserie Chicken for tacos and Alfredo pasta $5

Chicken Legs $4.25

Turkey $2.00

Broccoli $1.50

Carrots $1.00

Cucumbers $2.00 for 4

Oranges $2.00

Grapes $4.00

Approximate Cost $21.00

Normally I spend an additional $20-$30 on stock up items, but this week I didn't see anything I need to stock up on.

Ink Refill for $1 at Walgreens, Today Only!

Take in your old ink cartridges to your closest Walgreens today and have your ink refilled for $1 with the in-ad coupon! This is good only today, April 22nd!

This is a great deal! My cartridge isn't refillable, but if it was I would surely take advantage of this awesome deal!

Thanks Money Saving Mom!

Just Between Friends in Layton Starting Thursday!

Emily and I are so excited. The Just Between Friends Event takes place this weekend!

Just Between Friends is the best place in Utah to bargain-shop for quality gently-used baby, maternity, and childrens' items. Come shop during our limited engagement event for the best deals on the things your kids need.

Emily is looking for a new stroller, and I am looking for some baby gifts for a friend and possibly some outside toys for my 2 little ones.

The event takes place at the Davis County Legacy Events Center and will be open the following times.

• Friday the 23rd 9:30-7:00
• Saturday the 24th 10:00-3:00 Many items 50% off on Saturday!

People who get to shop Early!

• Thursday @ 5:30 - First time parents get in early ... just show us your"bundle" or "bump" at the door or sign up as a first-time parent on their website
• Thursday @ 6:00-7:00 - Teachers & Military families get in early ... justshow teacher/school or military ID at the door.

See you there!

A Day Of Fun

Wondering where we've been? Yesterday both Emily and I took a day to go play at the Gateway Museum with our kiddos and friends! If you haven't been this month it's a great time to go with that $5 off coupon and then as I was wandering the food court I saw that Hot Dog on a Stick does $1 Corn Dogs on Tuesdays! Cheap play date!

My little coupon shopper in training!

Spring Fever $20 off a $20 Purchase

Here is a fun find! Springhill nursery is giving $20 off a $20 purchase with the code 414217! All you have to pay is 7.95 shipping! Lots of people are buying flowers, blueberry bushes and even banana trees. You don't have to spend exactly $20 to get the discount. If you spend $18 you'll still get it for free and just pay S&H! If this doesn't give you spring fever what will? Click Here to go to Springhill Nursery! My family will love having blueberries. Now the trick will be seeing if I can get them to look as pretty as that picture!

Thanks PYP

Free Breakfast with the Sunday Paper

The last 2 weeks there has been FREE cereal samples in my Sunday newspaper with some extra coupons to go along with the FREE samples! My kids have been so excited to run and out and get the paper and eat FREE breakfast If you aren't already a subscriber there are weeks that there are coupons ONLY SUBSCRIBERS get. We can help you get an incredible deal on Sunday's only papers, just send us an e-mail with what area you live in and we can help you get all set up!

Coupons in Sunday's Paper

In the Daily Herald you should have received:

1 SS insert
1RP insert
In the SLT/DMN you should have received
1 SS insert

To read about how the Red Plum coupons are distributed click here!

To start your newspaper coupons right away, learn about the awesome newspaper deal we can get you here.

*If you ordered the paper and you didn't receive your paper or didn't get the correct number of papers please call the newspaper company first and let them know. Their numbers are on the left side of the blog. Occasionally if you are new to a route your carrier may miss your home. The newspaper companies are super easy to work with and will make sure your papers are delivered.