This is a picture of my coupon book - crazy, I know! This is pretty much a replica of my friend Carrie's coupon binder, so I cannot take any credit for how I organize. She has taught me all about the ways of getting amazing deals. Although, I do take great satisfaction in color coordinated tabs and living by the "everything has a place" motto...
The Breakdown:
1. Misc items I keep in the binder... scissors, highlighter, pen, note cards and calculator
2. I added a clear zip pocket to hold loose coupons that I have clipped but haven't had time to organize
3. I use photo page protectors to organize each store for shopping trips. I keep the store card, grocery lists, receipts and the coupons that I pulled to use during the current week's trip
4. I use baseball card page protectors to organize every coupon
5. I use 2 folders to keep the coupons that I haven't cut yet as well as extra envelopes. I have 5 envelopes labeled: medical - diapers/formula - glade - febreze - airwick. This is b/c there are SO many of these coupons. I don't usually use these items but do not want to throw them away just in case there is a deal when I could get one for free. FYI: when I get items for free that I don't use, I donate them to local charity/homeless shelters
6. I use different colored tabs to make it easier to find and organize every coupon.
GREEN (personal care)
shampoo/conditioner
hair products
soap/body wash
lotion
make-up
deodorant
feminine products
toothbrush
toothpaste/mouthwash
shaving
BLUE (household)
toilet paper
paper towels
dishwashing
laundry
cleaning
kitchen products
baby
pets
kleenex
batteries/light bulbs
YELLOW (most food items)
cereal
breakfast
cooking
baking
soup
canned food
dry food
salad dressing
condiments
chips/crackers
snacks
drinks
RED (cold foods plus bakery items)
bakery
produce
dairy
yogurt
refridgerated
frozen
meats
WHITE (anything else)
eating out
sweet treats
crafts
clothing
entertainment
services
car
outdoor
seasonal
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