I went up to visit my newly wed daughter today, so no new Q&A tonight.
As we get into the swing of a new year though it’s a great time to cover all the basics! These videos are a great way to make sure you have the key parts of how to save on groceries, how to shop the drugstore deals and getting your budget under control.
I’ll be back next week with a Live Q&A.
Cutting Your Grocery Budget: The Basics
I’m going to step on some toes… but you will save the most money shopping in a real grocery store. Following sales, stocking up when things are on sale, and even using a coupon or two is still the way to go to keep your grocery costs as low as possible.
I know this is a hot topic for my Aldi and Walmart fans but this is my take… “Everyday low prices” really means nothing is on sale, but you can buy it if you want to.
Top Money Saving Mobile Apps
So much of couponing these days is using your phone and knowing what mobile apps to submit receipts too. Here’s my favorites plus how to use them!
How to Shop the Drugstore Deals
Our power was off for a few hours the other day, and I realized we are not as prepared as we could be for an extended outage! Here are 10 items I’m adding to my cart because this mama isn’t cut out for roughing it!
You should also check out my post with advice on How to Prepare for a Power Outage.
Power Outage Essentials
Solar Power Lanterns 4 pack – $22.49
Headlamps 2 pack – $17.99
Solar Power Generator – $599
Campbell’s Chunky Soup, Chicken and Sausage Gumbo, 16.1 oz Can (Case of 8) – $10.18
-subscribe & save
Chicken of the Sea Wild Caught Chunk Light Tuna, 5 Ounce Cans, 24-Count – $19.38
-subscribe & save
GORILLA GRIP Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Smooth Edge Manual Can Opener – $9.98 (reg. $16)
This is a great can opener!
Plastic utensils (400-ct) – $19.94
Here are some Publix meal plans ideas that are based on the sales starting on 1/14! Make lime cilantro chicken, ground turkey spaghetti, and more.
Look through the Publix weekly ad to see all the current deals.
Note: All images used are from the original recipe creators.
Publix Meal Plans:
photo via averiecooks.com
Grilled Lime Cilantro Chicken
Rice
Chips with Salsa & Guacamole
use the on-sale guacamole!
- Publix – Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, $4.49 lb
- Publix – Yo Quiero! Chunky Guacamole, 15 oz, B1G1 at $5.65 ($2.82)
- Publix – Somos Rice 8.5-8.8 oz or Beans 10 oz, B1G1 at $3.99 ($1.99)
- Publix – Willy’s Fresh Salsa, 16 oz, B1G1 at $4.15 ($2.07)
- Publix – Old Florida Gourmet Tortilla Chips, Original, Lime Sensation or Nice n Spicy, 11 oz, B1G1 at $4.99 ($2.49)
photo via therecipecritic.com
3-Packet Roast
Mashed Potatoes
Side Salad
- Publix – Top Blade Roast, $8.99 lb
- Publix – Pioneer Gravy Mix 1.61-2.75 oz, B1G1 at $1.59 (79¢)
- Publix – Bonafide Provisions Broth, 32 oz, B1G1 at $5.15 ($2.57)
- Publix – Bob Evans Side Dishes, 12-24 oz, $3.50
- Publix – Publix Salad Kit or Blends, 5-12 oz, $2.50
photo via eatyourselfskinny.com
Get up to 80% off Lands’ End sale and clearance items through tomorrow only, 1/13! Score styles for the entire family!
Enter code DAZZLING at checkout to get the discount. Tip: Enter the code in your cart once to have all the prices update with the discount.
Deal Ideas
Kids Anyweather Fleece Snap Neck Pullover $39.99 (reg. $44.95)
– Use code DAZZLING at checkout
Makes it $13.99
Anyweather Fleece Quarter Zip Pullover $42.99 (reg. $49.99)
– Use code DAZZLING at checkout
Makes it $15.04
Women’s Wanderweight Collarless Packable Down Jacket $129.97 (reg. $149.95)
– Use code DAZZLING at checkout
Makes it $45.48
Save big on Boost Shakes! This week they’re part of our Kroger sale, and there’s also a great $4 printable coupon you can add in. Pick up a Boost Nutritional Shake 6-pack for just $5.49.
This item is part of a mega event. The price listed is after a $1 instant savings when you purchase 5+ items. You can mix and match items and are welcome to buy more than 5.
-$4 off Boost Advanced Nutritional, Shake 4-pk 
Have you been wanting an extra freezer? Right now, hurry to Walmart.com where you can score the Frigidaire 6.5 Cu. ft. Upright Freezer for just $198 shipped! These are regularly $449.
These freezers have plenty of space to store your frozen foods, meat bought in bulk, etc. and will definitely help you increase your grocery savings by being able to stock up!!
This deal is good for a limited time. Shipping is FREE!
See more online shopping deals!
Here are the deals from the new Publix weekly ad that will start on 1/14 (or 1/15, depending on your area). Get good deals on baby food, Dunkin’ coffee, and more.
Buy One Get Ones
- Classic Dozen Roses, at $12.99 ($6.49)
- Cake Slices Buttercream, Fudge or Cream Cheese Iced, 4-8 oz, at $4.15 ($2.07)
- Publix Cantaloupe Chunks, at $4.15 ($2.07) lb
- Ambrosia Apples, 2 lb, at $6.19 ($3.09)
- GT’s Synergy Raw Kombucha, 16 oz, at $4.45 ($2.22)
-.50/1 GT’s Synergy Kombucha, 16 oz, limit 2, Ibotta mobile app
(makes it $1.72) - Pero Family Farms Snipped Green Beans, 12 oz, or Mini Sweet Peppers, 8 oz, at $4.15 ($2.07)
- Tomato Medley, 1 pint, at $4.15 ($2.07)
- Kaukauna Cheese Spread, 11.3 oz, at $7.19 ($3.59)
- Willy’s Fresh Salsa, 16 oz, at $4.15 ($2.07)
- Herdez Guacamole, 4 oz, (price not listed)
- Yo Quiero! Chunky Guacamole, 15 oz, at $5.65 ($2.82)
- Wholly Guacamole Mini, Classic or Chunky, 4 ct 2 oz, (price not listed)
- Toom Garlic Dip Mini 4 pk 1.75 oz, at $7.19 ($3.59)
- Mambo Tostones or Crunchy Green Plantains or Yucca Tostones or Crunchy Garlic Green Plantains, 3.53 oz, at $4.29 ($2.14)
- Stacy’s Pita Chips, Thins or Bagel Chips, 6.75-7.33 oz, at $5.35 ($2.67)
- Eckrich Sausage or Polska Kielbasa, 13-16 oz, at $6.19 ($3.09)
- Oscar Mayer Wieners or Franks or Smokies Sausage, starting, at $4.19 ($2.09)
- Prairie Fresh Pork Tenderloin, 18.4 oz, at $9.99 ($4.99)
- Smithfield Sausage, 13 oz, at $6.99 ($3.49)
- Wright Brand Sausage, 12 oz, at $6.99 ($3.49)
- Matlaw’s New England Style Stuffed Clams or Stuffed Scallops Frozen, 9-11 oz, at $5.99 ($2.99)
- Tyson Chicken Sliders, 20.8 oz, at $9.99 ($4.99)
- Tyson Breaded & Stuffed Chicken, 10 oz, at $4.99 ($2.49)
- The Laughing Cow Spreadable Cheese Wedges, 5.4 oz, at $4.35 ($2.17)
- Planet Oat Oatmilk, 32-52 oz, at $6.19 ($3.09)
- Nestle Coffee Mate Coffee Creamer 32 oz or Cold Foam Coffee Creamer, 14 oz, at $5.99 ($2.99)
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Shop online at Ulta where you can score a variety of gift sets on clearance! Choose from a selection of 70+ options.
Find brand favorites by Lancome, Laura Mercier, Too Faced and more!
Deal Ideas
Complexion Heroes Prime & Set Duo – $15 (reg. $25)
Lasting Volume + Style Gift Set – $34.30 (reg. $49)
The Meno Pause Pack – $18 (reg. $24)
Offers are valid for a limited time while supplies last. Shipping is free on orders of $35+.
I love any good excuse to do a craft, and so do my kids. Valentine’s Day brings a great opportunity to bring out the craft supplies and make some fun things. I’ve shared some DIY Valentine crafts before, but I’ve found 10 new ideas for this year. Some of these are possible for little ones to do mostly by themselves, but you may need to help with some of them. These 10 easy Valentine’s Day crafts for kids would be a great activity to use as gifts or to decorate at home. Many of them will also keep so you can display them again next year!
10 Easy Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids
Heart Windsock | I Heart Crafty Things
Valentine’s Day Window Clings | Happiness is Homemade
Crayon Resist Hearts | The Best Ideas for Kids
Valentine Elephant Craft | Kids’ Craft Room
DIY Origami Hearts | Alice and Lois
