[kristbla]

Member name: kristbla

Name: kristine

Location: north carolina

Stores I Shop at:Food Lion, Harris Teeter, aldi

Weekly grocery budget: 250

Number of people in my family: 6

Number of pets:

How long have you been couponing? just started



Favorite Coupon of all time:

What I hope to get from AFC: getting grocery bill down

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

Hobbies/Interests:watching my kids grow/selling thirty-one

[Melanievcb]

Hi Kristine! You have definitely come to the right place to find resources to save money. A couple of good places to start is "Acronyms and Terms used here" at the bottom left of this page so you can figure out our lingo and what the heck we're talking about. Then there's AFC 101 for our rules, and "Where do you begin, my intro to couponing" (just click on the underlined words). There is a wealth of info on this site, if you have any questions or can't find something please feel free message me HERE on my page. If you haven't had 5 posts yet you won't be able to pm me so instead you can message me HERE or just click on Melanievcb by the picture of my dog then choose "view public profile" then you can leave a message on my page. If you like any of the posts or have found them helpful always click on the "Thanks" on the lower right corner of that particular post to show your appreciation. I'll be your welcome wagon buddy and official guide until you get your bearings and can find your way around. Welcome to the AFC family!

Lanie

[DebB831]

to AFC, I hope you find a lot of great deals here.
Don't worry if you don't catch on to everything right away on this site, as with everything, it takes time to figure it all out.

Don't forget to stop by the NC state page to find other others in your area who might have posted local hints and deals as well.

You may be interested in checking out the "My Home" area of AFC that has a lot of great tips and ideas for saving money as well.

Want to see what is coming out in the next Sunday paper coupon inserts? Then make sure to stop by Sunday Coupon Previews forum to check them out. Remember, there can be vast differences in different parts of the country, and even between two different papers in the same metro area. But, it is a good guide to let you know what may be in your paper.

[mkrmylove]

Kristine!

Welcome To AFC! I'm Melissa your AFC Buddy!

I'm here to get you started on your couponing journey.

I'm sure this community and everything you have seen, heard, and experienced thus far might have you a little overwhelmed; but believe me it will get easier.

The key to your personal success is time, patience, and knowledge.

*Don't Forget RIGHT HERE ON AFC we also offer coupon matchups, guides to shopping and other awesome tips just visist the Grocery or Pharmacy threads that you frequent.*

Here are a few quick links to get you started:

Food Lion

Harris Teeter

Aldi

In addition,here are places where you can print IP's (Internet Printables):

Redplum.com
Smartsource.com
Coupons.com
Couponnetwork.com
Coupons.Walmart.com
Coupons.Target.com
Unilver Coupons
Betty Crocker Coupons
Kellogg's Coupons
Everyday Saver
Box Top For Education Coupons (General Mills)
Shortcuts Coupons
Pillsbury Food Coupons

**You can also search for specific coupons here on AFC by using the Coupon Database.

Or find out the newest and latest coupons in the Current Coupon Thread**

***Don't Forget most manufactures offer coupons on their website so visiting those sites and signing up for their newsletter will allow you to get special deals and other promotions.

Additionally many people also contact manufactures directly for help and tips and ideas on doing that check out our Company Contact Information Thread***

Another helpful bit of information is a list of the Sale Cycles this way you will know when certain items go on sale.

Sale Cycle List (1)

Sale Cycle List (2)

Finally, having an idea of what to stock up on and a great stock up price is essential for any couponer. Even though we all might have our own price at which we will or won't purchase having an idea is always nice.

Stock Up Price List

I hope the information I've provided will be useful and educational to getting you up to speed on couponing.

Good luck and remember I am here to assist you in anyway I can.

Just contact me by clicking my user name MKRMYLOVE.

Melissa

[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 are trading forms you can’t find in your area or online.

Happy Couponing & Rebating!

[flower_mom]

For a little help with the site and couponing in general, check out AFC 101 and Couponing 101 forums!
Also useful is the Acronyms and Terms used on AFC.

If you have any questions, feel free to pm me anytime (once you have at least 5 posts) or simply leave me a message on my visitor board here.

You may also be interested in these great forums:
Hot Deals Forum
AFC's contests & programs

Great to have you, Kristine!!

[iluvadoption]

Here are some additional links that you might find helpful!

How To Print Coupons From The Coupon Database

How To Become A Supporting Member

[sweety33]

Extreme Couponing – What They Don’t Show or Tell You! - Grocery Coupon Blog

Acronyms & Abbreviations
Acronyms & Abbreviations- A Full Cup - Coupons

Grocery store forums
Grocery Stores - Grocery Coupons & Deal Forums - A Full Cup

Drug store forums
Drug Stores - Grocery Coupons & Deal Forums - A Full Cup

[Jadasmom]