[bluecat11]

Member name: Bluecat11

Name: Cindy

Location: Rowlett, TX

Stores I Shop at: Walmart, Target, Albertsons, Tom Thumb, Petsmart, Ulta

Weekly grocery budget: $50

Number of people in my family: 1

Number of pets: 3

How long have you been couponing? I did for many years but haven't in a few because I can't figure out how to find the ones I need online

Favorite Coupon of all time: $10 Hills Science Diet for cats at Petsmart

What I hope to get from AFC: Get great coupons, learn money saving tips, & talk to these fun coupon pros on here

I would like to have an experienced AFCer/couponer contact me to show me around the site (Yes/No): Yes!

Hobbies/Interests: Saving money, cats & all animals, volunteering for my church, skincare, veg diet, haircare, exercise, nature, learning home repair, growing my business

[mkrmylove]

Cindy, we are delighted to have you join our Coupon Community.

In an effort to help you successfully navigate this wonderful world of couponing here are a few tips, tools, and suggestions to get you started.

TIPS:

1. Relax - This is suppose to be fun so be sure you are enjoying this experience.

2. Stay Focused- Meaning don't forget what is important which is saving money for you and your family.

3. Get and Stay Organized- This is key to your success you must have an organization system in place or your couponing efforts will be for not.

The first thing I suggest you do is check our AFC 101 there you will find the forum rules and everything to get you up to speed on the do's and don'ts of this community.

AFC TOOLS:

Weekly Grocery Ads

Trading Records

SUGGESTIONS:

If you get stuck check out COUPONING 101. There are so many resources available to help you become a successful Couponer, but you have to learn the basics first.

Need to brush up or learn the Couponing LINGO check out ACRONYMS & ABBREVIATIONS!

Need a coupon don't know where to find it check out AFC Coupon Database.

Also check out the Current Coupons Thread (There you will discover there are more places than just the Sunday Paper to snag coupons)

Here are the direct links to the Grocery Stores and Drugs Stores you frequent:

Walmart

Target

Albertsons

Tom Thumb


Wanna find out about deals in your state visit Texas

Check out the following threads for general information on grocery and drug store shopping:

General Grocery Store Discussion

General Super Center Discussion

General Drug Store Discussion

Need tips on making the best of what you have check out Frugal Living.

I noticed you have pets be sure to check out the Pet Talk thread.

Do you love FREEBIES? If so check out our Freebies thread.

Don't forget you can snag great coupons with no strings attached from our awesome thread RAOK (Random Acts Of Kindness) be sure to pay it forward when you can.

If you get lost or have questions you can always contact me MKRMYLOVE.

[pickychicmom]

Welcome, Cindy. I hope you love using AFC! I am always in RiteAid but hope to see you around! XOXO

[couponchic25]

Welcome! I think that you will come to really enjoy the AFC family here. There is always something new to learn!
It seems like you are already doing pretty well, with a $50/week budget!

One of my favorite places to go here on AFC is the Hot Deals. It's a way to check quickly any new HOT deals that are happening.

If you have any questions at all, don't hesitate to ask! Thanks for joining AFC, it's a great place to be!

[bluecat11]

Thanks everyone for the welcomes! Haha, $50/wk is my budget - that doesn't mean I'm always able to make that happen. I had to stop buying my precious Phyto hair products at Ulta & now my hair looks horrible. I'm trying to cut down on everything to just pay my bills I'm watering skim milk down to stretch it out so I buy only one gallon every week or two. I'm on survival mode & I need to learn all the tricks

[Tessmom05]

My advice for new couponers is to take it slow and do your research or it can get overwhelming. If you ever need help don't hesitate to ask.


Here are some great links to help get you started here!
AFC 101
Couponing 101


Just remember the more knowledge you have the easier it will be! Once again Welcome to AFC!

[bluecat11]

Thank you! I just read the 1st Coupon 101 thread. Very informative!!

[iluvadoption]

Here are some additional links that you might find helpful!

How To Print Coupons From The Coupon Database

AFC Trading Post and Auction Block

How To Create A Wishlist


If you have any questions, or if there is anything that I can do to help you get acclimated to AFC, click on this link and post a message on my visitor board!

iluvadoption

[Jadasmom]

So glad you joined AFC!

[ncmonster78]

Hot Deals - Grocery Coupons & Deal Forums - A Full Cup

[siriradha]

WELCOME TO AFC!

Be sure to check out all the great rebates people share here also. Sometimes you can find offers for things you already buy, then all you have to do is follow the directions on the forms, invest a stamp in mailing them off, and wait for your money to come rolling back to you.

You can find descriptions of current offers here Mail In Offers-Forms - Grocery Coupons & Deal Forums - A Full Cup

Then, check http://www.afullcup.com/forums/forms-rebates/ for people who have the forms you want.



May you always be blessed with ample coupons, great deals, and courteous, efficient cashiers!