Are you an extreme couponer, wannabe, or just want to learn how others save hundreds of dollars each month on their shopping bills?
Since the economic downtown – and the popularity of TLC’s “Extreme Couponing” – thrifty lifestyles have stopped being uncool and become trendy instead. Take a look at the couponing blogs many couponers are addicted to, and learn how to become a savvy shopper yourself. Here’s your top 5 blogs for couponers:
1. The Krazy Coupon Lady – www.thekrazycouponlady.com
KCL – as it is affectionately known by it’s loyal following – just surpassed it’s goal of 100,000 fans on Facebook. The Krazy Coupon Lady herself, Joanie Demer, appeared on the very first episode of TLC’s “Extreme Couponing.” She has reached out with her friend Heather to preach the gospel of couponing and teach others how to score the same deals.
KCL breaks down all the weekly grocery and drugstore circulars and matches ad sales to existing coupons, giving you the best bang for your buck. You can like KCL on Facebook, follow on Twitter, and subscribe to a daily email digest. The best part about “The Krazy Coupon Lady” blog? Their comprehensive database of links to every existing printable coupon online.
2. I Heart RiteAid – www.iheartriteaid.com
This blog, along with it’s sister sites, ranks high on our top 5 coupon blogs list because of it’s dedication to a single nationwide drugstore. “I Heart RiteAid” is both for the serious and beginning couponer. If you’re new to RiteAid, learn the store’s coupon policy, learn how to use UP rewards, and find out the benefits of the Wellness program.
Multiple times a week, this blog posts store deals with coupon matchups, as well as shows photos of recent savings trips. Each shopping trip has detailed information breaking down what was purchased in the photo, along with prices, coupons and how to get the most for your money.
3. I Heart CVS – www.iheartcvs.com
Like it’s sister blogs, “I Heart CVS” is solely dedicated to couponing at CVS and learning how to use weekly sales, coupons and Extra Bucks to your advantage. If you haven’t signed up for an ExtraCare card yet, do it! Then check back on this blog for the best store deals and matchups each week.
4. I Heart Walgreens – www.iheartwags.com
For the drugstore shopper loyal to Walgreens, this is the top couponing blog for you. Like the other sites, the blog posts the best sales matchups from each weekly ad (which they often post in advance, before distribution). Learn how to get the most from Walgreen’s Register Rewards program, and see the results of an actual shopping trip – with cost breakdowns and photos.
5. A Full Cup – www.afullcup.com
Though not technically a blog for couponers, “A Full Cup” is one of the most comprehensive, vast sources of couponing information on the web and deserves a spot in this top 5 list. The homepage of this site has a search bar in which you can search for a specific brand or product coupon.
However, the best part of “A Full Cup” is the forum, bringing together thousands of professional and novice couponers, sharing their wealth of experience and information on the latest sales. In the forums, find boards devoted to more stores than any other couponing blog, including nationwide stores (WalMart, KMart, Target), as well as regional grocers (such as Giant Eagle and Kroger). There are also help threads for beginners, where they can go to ask questions from other couponers.
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