Valentine’s Day is tomorrow and for those of you who haven’t ordered/purchased flowers yet, there are plenty of good deals still around. Roses are extremely popular for Valentine’s Day, so we’ll see some really good sales prices.
Whole Foods – So far they have the best deal that I have seen. Get 2 Dozen Fair Trade Roses for only $19.99.
Kroger – Kroger also has a deal on Floral Arrangements. They have two eCoupons good for today only that gives you $10 off any Floral Arrangement of $49.99+, or $5 off Private Selection Roses. That makes a dozen roses $17.99 after the $5 coupon.
There are also a couple online deals as well. But since you’ll need them by tomorrow, shipping will be more expensive.
1800 Flowers – 20% off on Flowers with coupon code FMBVDAY13. Guaranteed delivery for tomorrow will be an extra $8.
Pro Flowers – 20% off Sitewide on orders of $39 or more. Discount automatically applied at checkout. Guaranteed delivery for tomorrow will be an additional $14.
Other Deals
- Target – Dozen Roses, $17.99
- Kroger – Private Selection Roses, dozen, $18.99
Hershey’s Pot of Gold Chocolates, $7.49
Hallmark Expressions Greeting Cards, starting at $1.99
-$5 off instantly wyb $20 in Expressions, Hershey’s Pot of Gold or Private Selection Roses (exp 2/14)
-$2/3 Hallmark cards (Facebook) printable
-$1.50/3 Hallmark Expressions cards, Kroger eCoupon
-$5 off Private Selection Roses, dozen, Kroger (exp 02/13) eCoupon
(makes it $13.99 for just the roses or $18.47 if you buy all (3)) - Food Lion – Dozen Roses, $19.95
- H-E-B – Dozen Roses, $14.88
- Publix – Dozen Roses, $19.99
- Lowes Foods – Dozen Roses, $14.99
Stores are constantly trying to stay ahead of coupon fraud, sometimes this can make things difficult and frustrating for couponers. While we cannot stop those who choose to abuse coupons, we can make sure we are using coupons correctly.
Here are some helpful guidelines to ensure you can avoid coupon fraud.
Basic Rules
–Never make a copy of any coupon. It may be tempting to scan, copy, or fax a printable coupon to get multiples of it, but the store will not be reimbursed for it. Coupons have security features built in that let the manufacturer know it is not a genuine coupon.
Here is a breakdown:
- You are typically allowed to print 2 of each coupon. For each bar-code there will be one digit that is different.
- There is a dotted line around the coupon. This is actually text that contains your user ID, the date and time, and coupon offer information printed – repeating at least 35 times around the coupon. This is also printed at the bottom of the expiration date box.
- The long bar-code at the bottom is very unique and contains a lot of specific information.
- You can learn more about the lifecycle of a coupon and coupon facts here.
–Do not trade online for printable coupons. In coupon forums it can be helpful to trade coupons, but it is very risky with printable coupons. You do not know that coupon’s history so you cannot ensure it is a genuine coupon.
–Follow the exact terms listed on the coupon. The manufacturer has laid out specific terms for a reason. If you want to keep seeing the high value coupons be sure to follow them exactly. If a coupon says buy a 4 oz + Toothpaste, do not buy the 2 oz.
–Do not use expired coupons. Most stores do not allow the use of expired coupons. If your store has let you use an expired coupon in the past be sure to ask if it is okay every time. This is not a wide spread policy so be sure to ask.
–Do not use more than one manufacturer’s coupon for the item you purchase. If you have a coupon for $1/5, you need to buy (5) of that item and only use the $1 off coupon for all 5. You cannot use a (5) $1/5 coupons and only buy (5). You can still combine this with a store coupon though.
–If a coupon seems too good to be true, it probably is. If you see a pdf coupon for free Doritos go ahead and close the page. It can be tempting to print multiples of what seems to be great coupons but they aren’t legit. You can see the full list of fraudulent coupons. Here is an example of a $100,000 reward for someone who created a coupon for $4 off Coca-Cola 12 packs. On that note, don’t create coupons.
Penalties for Coupon Fraud
The penalties vary based on the case and laws violated.
Longest prison sentence: 17 years
Highest financial penalty: $5 million
Prison sentences of three to five years are not uncommon. Financial penalties generally vary, but have often been in excess of $200,000.
In reality, you probably will not get a 3-5 year sentence for using the wrong coupon. We will all see lower coupon values and stricter store policies as a result though. So, next time you are tempted to misuse a coupon, remember no one wants to see this:
Here are the deals that start 2/13 at H-E-B. There are a lot of great deals on meat, produce, and fish!
If you know of any other deals please leave them in a comment below.
Free Grocery and Frozen
- Extra Jumbo White Shirmp, 16-20 ct., 2 lb Bag
Free w/ in-store coupon:
H-E-B Snack Pico de Gallo, 4 oz
H-E-B Brown Bag Tortilla Strips, 13 oz
Hill Country Fare Cocktail Sauce, 12 oz
Large Hass Avocado
Key Limes, 6 pk.
7-Up Ten, 2 Liter - H-E-B Fully Cooked Seasoned Ground Beef, 11 oz
Free w/ in-store coupon:
H-E-B Pot Ready Pasta, 16 oz
Bertolli Pasta Sauce, 15-24 oz - H-E-B Fully Cooked Crispy Chicken Strips, 28 oz
Free H-E-B Ridged Potato Chips, 11 oz, w/ in-store coupon - Kiolbassa Smoked Sausage, Value Pack
Free w/ in-store coupon:
H-E-B Charro Beans, 15 oz
H-E-B Angus Beef Franks, 16 oz - H-E-B Premium Lunchmeat, 7-9 oz
Free H-E-B Baked Chips, 9 oz, w/ in-store coupon - H-E-B Premium Bacon, 12 oz
Free H-E-B Shredded Cheese, 8 oz, w/ in-store coupon - Striped Pangasius Fillets, 2 lb
Free Minute Instant Rice, 14 oz, w/ in-store coupon - Gorton’s Fish Sticks, Fillets, or Popcorn Shrimp, 14-19 oz
Free w/ in-store coupon:
Pillsbury Big & Buttery Crescent Rolls, 10.1-12 oz
American Children’s Book
-$1 off Gorton’s Skillet Crisp item printable Read More→
Here are some printable coupons I found for ya’ll this morning. The Sister Schubert’s would make a great deal if you use it at a store that doubles!
$3/2 Ball Park flame grilled patties printable
$1 off Marzetti refrigerated salad dressing printable
.75/1 Sister Schubert’s homemade rolls printable
$1.50/3 Glade jar candles, 4 oz printable
$2 off Mederma scar gel printable
Yum! In celebration of the Chinese New Year, Panda Express is offering a Free single serving of Tangy Jumbo Shrimp today only, 2/13.
Just print this coupon or show the coupon on your mobile device to receive the offer! No purchase necessary.
See more dining deals.
Pick up these extra deals this week at Kroger. These are unadvertised deals, so some of them maybe regional. Grab some free vitamins, toothpaste and baby food! I also updated the main Kroger list with all the additional deals from the Daytona 500 eCoupons.
Buy One Get Ones
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Nature’s Bounty or Sundown Vitamins or Supplements, (price not listed)
(good through 3/09)
-$4 off Sundown Naturals Co Q-10 printable
-$2 off Sundown Naturals product printable
-$2 off Nature’s Bounty vitamins, Kroger eCoupon
-$2.50 off Sundown vitamins, Kroger eCoupon
-$1 off Sundown Naturals vitamins or supplements printable (limit reached)
-$4 off Nature’s Bounty Optimal Solutions printable (limit reached)
-$2 off Nature’s Bounty Co Q-10 printable
-$4 off Nature’s Bounty Optimal Solutions Complete Protein & Vitamin shake printable
-$2 off Nature’s Bounty Optimal Solutions item printable
-$1 off Nature’s Bounty vitamin or supplement printable
-$1.50 off Nature’s Bounty vitamin or supplements, RP 1/13
-$1 off Sundown Naturals vitamins or supplements, RP 1/13
-$1 off Nature’s Bounty vitamin or supplements, RP 1/13
-$1 off Nature’s Bounty vitamin or supplement, SS 2/03
-$2.50 off Nature’s Bounty fish oil or Co Q-10, SS 2/03
-$3 off Nature’s Bounty Optimal Solutions vitamin or supplement, SS 2/03
-$4 off Nature’s Bounty Optimal Solutions protein shake mix, SS 2/03
-$1 off Sundown Naturals product, RP 2/10
(use $2 off, will make some FREE) - Nature Made or Flex-a-Min Vitamins or Supplements, (price not listed)
(good through 3/30)
-$1 off Nature Made Fish Oil supplement, (sign in) printable
-$1 off Nature Made product, (sign in) printable
-$2 off Nature Made product printable (limit reached)
-$2.25 off Nature Made adult gummies printable (limit reached)
-$2 off Nature Made product, January All You magazine
-$2 off Nature Made fish oil printable
-$1 off Nature Made magnesium, SS 1/06
-$2 off Nature Made adult gummies, SS 1/06
-$2 off Nature Made full strength Minis, SS 1/06
-$2 off Nature Made VitaMelts, SS 1/06
-$2/2 Nature Made product, SS 1/06
-$5 off Flex-a-min supplement, Kroger eCoupon
-$2 off Nature Made products (regional), SS 1/06
-$1 off Nature Made VitaMelts, (sign in) printable
-$2 off Nature Made Full Strength Minis Multi, (sign in) printable
-$2/2 Nature Made products (regional), SS 1/27
-$2 off Nature Made VitaMelts (regional), SS 1/27
-$1 off Nature Made adult gummie vitamins, SS 1/27
-$2 off Nature Made fish oil printable
-$3 off Nature Made Full Strength Mini item printable
-$1.75/2 Nature Made product printable
-$2.25 off Nature Made Vitamelts printable
-$2 off Nature Made vitamin D printable - Kroger Vitamins or Supplements, full line, (price not listed)
(good through 2/01/14) - Got2B Stylers, 2-12 oz, at $4.99 ($2.49) and up
(good through 2/16)
-$2 off got2b product, full size, RP 2/10
(makes it 49¢ and up) - Samy Hair Care, 5-25.4 oz, at $4.99 ($2.49) and up
(good through 2/16) - Infusium Hair Care, 16 oz, at $6.49 ($3.24)
(good through 2/16)
-$2 off Infusium 23 leave in treatment, 8 oz +, SS 1/20 (EXP 02/17)
-$1 off Infusium 23 shampoo or conditioner, 16 oz +, SS 1/20 (EXP 02/17)
(use $2 off, make it $1.24) - Disney or Marvel Gummy Vitamins, 60 ct., at $6.99 ($3.49)
(good through 3/09)
-$1 off Disney Marvel gummy vitamin, RP 1/06 (EXP 02/20)
-$1 off Disney vitamins, Kroger eCoupon
-$1 off Disney or Marvel gummy vitamins printable
-$1 off Disney Marvel gummy vitamin, RP 2/03
(makes it $2.49) Read More→
If you are collecting Kellogg’s Family Reward codes toward those elusive high value $1.50 Kellogg’s coupons, there is a new one to add to your account today.
Enter XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO for an additional 25 points.
If you are new to Kellogg’s Family Rewards, here are some other codes that may still be working if you haven’t already entered them:
FREEGROCERIESNOW 50 Points
KFRFREEGROCERIES 50 Points
KFRDELTAENTERNOW 50 Points
HOWITWORKS20PNTS 20 Points
ENTERDELTASWEEPS 50 Points
KFRFAVPOPTARTS10 10 Points
What other Rewards Programs are you a part of?
I am a confessed pasta junkie, so needless to say my favorite sale at Publix is the yearly Italian Days sale. As an also confessed coupon junkie this sale is the best because Publix releases great store coupons to go along with big BOGO sales! This year is no different. With the new Publix ad that begins today or tomorrow in your area you will find a ton of buy one get one deals on Italian cooking products. Check your store for a stand of in-store coupons to pair with the sales. You can also print a few of the coupon before heading to the store.
Remember, you can use a store coupon with a manufacturer’s coupon for the most savings!
Printable Publix Coupons
$1/2 Muir Glen Products (soups, pasta sauce, tomatoes) printable
$1/4 Progresso Products printable
$1/4 Green Giant Canned Vegetable Products printable
In-Store Publix Coupons
$2 off Alexia Bread wyb (3) Hunts Tomatoes, 28 oz can
$1/5 Hunts Tomato Sauce or Paste, any
$1/5 Hunts Tomatoes, 14.5 oz can
You may find the printable coupons in your store as well.
Cross Country Cafe is offering two coffees this week for their Wacky Wednesday sale! This week you can get Green Mountain Dark Magic or Dark Magic Decaf for $10.99.
There are 24 K-Cups in a box, making them 45¢ ea. when you buy 5 or more boxes.
Shipping is a flat rate of $8 or is FREE when you purchase 5 boxes.
See more online shopping deals.
