$10 for a $20 GC to Polkadots and Pattycakes in Tyler

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If you are wanting some custom items for your kiddos, here’s a great deal for you.  Today’s Seize the Deal for the Tyler area is a $20 voucher to Polkadots and Pattycakes for just $10.  The voucher must be used all at one time and will expire on Sept. 22, so you’ve got plenty of time to use it.  I’m sure there will be some great back to school items soon! Polkadots and Pattycakes is located in South Tyler on {Read More}

Super 1 Foods Deals and Coupon Matchups 6/22 – 6/28

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You can print a copy of the Super 1 coupon policy here   and the Super 1 internet printable coupon policy here.  Be sure to check out the current catalina deals for Super 1 also.And don’t forget to carry your reusable bags for a $.05 credit per bag used! Please note: Any information published on www.thriftytexaspenny.com is protected by copyright.  Please contact me if you would like to highlight or recap information found here.  Information that is copied word for {Read More}

Brookshire’s Deals and Coupon Matchups 6/22 – 6/28

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Our local stores in Tyler do not double any Qs, but they do offer the $.05 credit for each reusable bag that you use. These are my favorite deals for Brookshire’s this week.  Thanks to   for allowing me to bring you these highlights and for doing the coupon matchups. Please note: Any information published on www.thriftytexaspenny.com is protected by copyright.  Please contact me if you would like to highlight or recap information found here.  If you would like to {Read More}

Money in Your Tummy

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People often ask me how in the world we can have a budget of $400 that covers almost everything. (groceries, household. health/beauty, diapers, newspapers, gifts, misc.)  I have several answers- careful spending, buying a lot of grocery items at the drugstores, not giving in to the “gimmes” or “keeping up with the Jones’”, and giving a value to a category of items rather than to a specific item.  Today’s Tip for Tuesday is all about not getting stuck in the {Read More}

my target price for toiletries

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I prefer to get the toiletries that my family uses for FREE.  There are times that we run out and they aren’t available at that time for free.  In that case I’m willing to pay up to 20% for them, but only for our preferred brands.  It’s not as hard to accomplish as you might think

Today’s Coupons

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$1.00 off (2) packages of any OSCAR MAYER Hot DogsSlickHousewives is reporting that the 5 pks are on sale at her Walmart for just $.75, making them $.25 each WYB 2 after Q. This would also be great if you have a raincheck from Memorial Day sales!  $.70 off any Kellogg’s Raisin Bran cereal(makes this just $1.29 at Walgreens this week!)$1.00 off Odoms Tennessee Pride sausage and a beef product, OR 2 Tennessee Pride sausage products.

$5 Dinners Week of 6/20 $4.99 Average Cost

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My goal is to provide dinner for my family for an average of $5 except on special occasions. We don’t have to eat beans and rice to accomplish this goal!  I shop the grocery sales each week.  Then I plan my menu based on the foods I have already at a home (at a great price). We typically only cook a main dish 4 or 5 times a week. Each main dish cooked will serve 4-6, and the leftovers will {Read More}

The T-Shirt Winner

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The T-shirt winner was #2, the modern pink flower with smaller orange and yellow flowers.  I got it ordered late last night.  My total was $4.41, so I decided to throw in a free set of 250 business cards while I was at it.  My grand total came to $9.62!  You can see why Vistaprint has become one of my favorite companies.  Usually when I get my business cards I get them for free and pay $5.67 shipping, so this {Read More}

Savings Review 6/18

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The household budget for our family is $500 a month and includes all groceries, household products, clothing, gifts, decorations and newspapers. A little on the lean side? Perhaps, but it works for our family. Whether your number is $300 or $1000, you should do what works for your family. Spending: Since I burned most of my RRs and ECBs on diapers and the outdoor chairs last week, so I’m starting nearly fresh and feeling the pain   CVS: spent $8.99, {Read More}

Father’s Day Restaurant Coupons

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If you’re thinking about going out to eat for Father’s Day, here are some printable restaurant coupons that might come in handy.  $10 off a $20 purchase at Smokey Bones $4 off two entrees at Longhorn Steakhouse Free appetizer or dessert at T.G.I. Friday’s $1 off one Regular Sub or Salad at Quiznos $2 off one large sub at Quiznos $1 off Wendy’s Berry Almond Chicken Salad $4 off 2 entrees at Olive Garden  thanks Dine on a Dollar! Or {Read More}