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      <title>Shop-O-Matic: We find. You buy. | Sun-Sentinel Blogs</title>
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      <description>The shopping scene in South Florida: Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Palm Beach, Boca, Broward</description>
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         <title>Kashi deals: Stack manufacturers coupons with Target coupons for great deals</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>If you love Kashi products, this is a good week for you. Target has Kashi coupons that can be stacked with manufacturers coupons for double savings. We'll thank MoneySavingMom for sharing the list, click <a href="http://www.moneysavingmom.com/money_saving_mom/2009/07/target-deals-for-the-week-of-july-511-2009.html">here</a>. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2009 17:36:25 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>New &apos;Home Made Simple&apos; coupon booklet with $30 in coupons</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Sign up <a href="http://www.startsampling.com/sm/100603/captureAddress.iphtml?item=100603&pk_guid=68.101.54.84.77641246671757725&source=mrclean">here</a> to get $30 in coupons from Home Made Simple. Even if you already have the coupons from an earlier promotion, it has been reset, so sign up again. </p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/2009/07/new_home_made_simple_coupon_bo.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2009 17:11:45 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Super Double coupons at Kmart this week - July 5th - 11th</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Just a reminder, we mentioned this last week, that it's Super Double coupons at Kmart this week. While you're there, if you spend $50, you can get $5 off with this <a href="http://f.chtah.com/i/9/381647815/KMC_EAQ_070509.pdf">coupon</a>.  Make sure you give them the coupon first, before any manufacturers coupons, while your total is at least $50.  The rules for Super Double coupons below:</p>

<p>    * Manufacturer Coupons up to $2<br />
    * Does not include Kmart Store/Pharmacy Coupons<br />
    * No copies of manufacturer coupons<br />
    * You may only purchase 4 of the same item using double coupons<br />
    * Limit 10 total coupons per customer / day<br />
    * Doubled up to current retail price of a single item</p>

<p>As we've discussed, sometimes double coupons at Kmart are still not the best deal. Let us know what you've found that is worth buying there this week. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 20:25:58 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Acer laptop mystery continues</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>I wrote on Thursday about a $300 laptop that Staples was advertising in its weekly ad. On Friday, Staples sent out e-mails saying the 15.6-inch Acer notebook wasn't available in South Florida.</p>

<p>For those still looking for that laptop, check out today's (Saturday, July 4th) Brandsmart ad in the <em>Sun Sentinel</em>. The store is advertising the 15.6" screen laptop with 2GB for $348.88 and a smaller Acer notebook, with an 8.9-inch screen and 1 GB ram for $248.88.</p>

<p>Again, shop and compare, and make sure the laptop is going to fit your needs or those of the high school or college student who needs it for class in the fall.</p>

<p>The hunt goes on for the inexpensive laptop. Let me know what you find out there!  -- Marcia "Bargain Hunter" Pounds</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/2009/07/acer_laptop_mystery_continues.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2009 08:37:55 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Stein Mart coupon: 25% off Red Dot clearance good though July 5th</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>If you are not out partying, and I hope you are....but hey, what's the next best thing to partying with friends and family? (There are a few good answers to that question, but shopping is one of them.)</p>

<p>Head to Steinmart to save 25% on red dot clearance items with this coupon.  You never know what you might find if you have the patience to pick through those racks, practically free. Are you a good sale shopper? You have to shop with Bargain Hunter Marcia. She has a talent for this. Click <a href="http://p.p0.com/YesConnect/HtmlMessagePreview?a=zh1hg-q9pxqgMGXS2zCLg&masterid=943637&companyid=90846">here</a> for coupon. </p>

<p>What do I do when I'm waiting for clothes in the dryer so I can head out on my roadtrip? Blog, of course. Be back Monday. Have a safe weekend.</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/2009/07/steinmart_coupon_good_for_july.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:37:22 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Staples apologizes: Acer notebook not available</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Sorry folks! Staples sent out an e-mail today saying its previous e-mail and weekly ad featuring a $300 Acer notebook is "not available in your area." </p>

<p>Does that mean all of South Florida? Hard to say.</p>

<p>The Staples e-mail says to check out its other great deals. Hmmm...do I smell a bait and switch?</p>

<p>Let Shop-o-matic know if you find this $300 Acer notebook anywhere. I don't see it online, either. -- Marcia "Bargain Hunter" Pounds    </p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/2009/07/staples_apologizes_ace_noteboo.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2009 09:39:51 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Do you know about Swagbucks?</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>I keep hearing about Swagbucks and how you can earn bucks to spend by using the swagbucks site to do Internet searches through Google and Ask.com.</p>

<p>I should be packing and sleeping for my roadtrip tomorrow, but instead I'm surfing around trying to understand Swagbucks. I'll give you the link, dear readers, and when I get back Sunday, I hope you can explain it to me. </p>

<p>Click on the link below if you are curious and have time to figure it out. Then explain it to us in the comments below. Pleeeassee! I have to get some sleep!!</p>

<p><a target="_top" href="http://swagbucks.com/refer/SuperSaverKathy"><br />
        <img alt="Search & Win" title="Search & Win" border="0" src="http://prodegebanners.sitegrip.com/images/swagbucks-173x63Alt1.jpg"></a><br />
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         <link>http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/2009/07/do_you_know_about_swagbucks.html</link>
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         <category>Deals &amp; Steals</category>
         <pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:21:56 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Coupons in Advance: Over $275 in coupons in Sunday&apos;s Sun Sentinel (7/5/09)</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>It's a holiday weekend, as usual for holidays, no Smart Source or Red Plum inserts, but you'll be happy to hear there's a very generous P & G Saver.  Lots of $1 and $2 coupons to keep us happy...life's simple pleasures!</p>

<p>P&G has some of the all time favorites this month. $1 off Tide (think travel size) $1 off Cascade, and $1 off Pampers,  $0.50 off Pampers wipes. (If you don't need diapers, clip the whole Pampers page and give it to someone, or leave it in the break room at work. Diapers are expensive.)  </p>

<p>There are several good Olay coupons. Have a look at the list, and remember, it's double coupons at Kmart this upcoming week. Let us know what you find. There are other coupons scattered thoughout the ValPak, totalling over $275. Toys R Us, Books A Million and more. </p>

<p>Click <a href="http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/2009/06/blue_bell_ice_cream_bogo_at_wi.html">here</a> to see my list of the P&GbrandSAVER coupons. Can you tell I had to type mine in a hurry when my new co-workers weren't looking? Just ignore the typos. I'm going to a mini-college reunion and I have to pack. </p>

<p>Have a happy and safe 4th of July weekend!!  </p>

<p>--Super Saver Kathy (the midnight blogger)</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/2009/07/coupons_in_advance_over_275_in.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 21:34:31 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>$20 off $75 at Office Depot</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Keep those coupons flying, retailers, we love them. Just got a notice about $20 off $75 at <a href="http://www.officedepot.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Office Depot</a>. Warning, it's huge, an ink guzzler! Click <a href="http://f.chtah.com/i/48/1237020949/20090630direct11189658.pdf?cm_mmc=InternalEmail-_-20090630Direct-_-Intro-_-20Off75Print" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a> to print the monster, good until 7/11.</p>

<p>I was going to use it for a wireless keyboard and mouse, but thanks to Pauline's post below, I won't have to go out in the rain.  It's not good for technology products. Bummer.  I need some more patience to read the fine print. </p>

<p>The coupon won't work with HP printer ink, but I called Office Depot and they tell me it is good for other brands. Might be a good time to stock up on ink so you can print more money saving (ink guzzling) coupons. </p>

<p>--Super Saver Kathy</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/2009/07/20_off_75_at_office_depot.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:42:38 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Extra 30% off DSW shoes online </title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>I usually like to try on shoes, rather than buy them online. But if you know the designer and style that fits you best, shop <a href="http://www.DSW.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">DSW</a> online clearance sale beginning today, July 1, through July 9.</p>

<p><a href="http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/Tahari%20sandals.jpg"><img alt="Tahari%20sandals.jpg" src="http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/Tahari%20sandals-thumb.jpg" width="156" height="142"align="left" hspace="5" /></a>These black strappy sandals by Tahari are tempting me. </p>

<p>When buying online, type in the code SUMMER7 to get the discount. -- Marcia "Bargain Hunter" Pounds</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/2009/07/extra_30_off_dsw_shoes_online.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:58:42 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Printable coupon: $1 off Starbucks ice cream</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><img alt="starbucks.jpg" src="http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/starbucks.jpg" width="322" height="232" /align="left"hspace=10>Oh, I'm craving that Caramel Macchiato...yummy!  If you used up all your Starbucks ice cream coupons, you are in luck!  Coupons.com is running a new one for $1 off. Click <a href="http://print.coupons.com/CouponWeb/Offers.aspx?pid=13139&nid=10&zid=bt41">here</a> to print. </p>

<p>You can print two, use the back button. The idea is to print them and hold them for a sale or BOGO to maximize your savings. Remember last week, when it was free at Publix?  It'll be on sale again, not to worry. </p>

<p>--Super Saver Kathy</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/2009/06/printable_coupon_1_off_starbuc.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:59:23 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Printable Target coupon: One pound Driscolls strawberries for less than $1 </title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><img alt="berries1.jpg" src="http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/berries1.jpg" width="235" height="120" /align="right"hspace=10>If you read this blog, you know how much we appreciate coupons on fresh fruit. They don't come around that often. </p>

<p>This week, fresh strawberries are on sale at Target for $1.99/pound, love those summer sales, and you can get $1 off with this printable Target <a href="http://sites.target.com/site/en/supertarget/page.jsp?title=coupons_specials&ref=nav_footer_coupons">coupon</a>. The nice thing about Target coupons is that you are not limited to two. Print away!  </p>

<p>For more Target freebies and deals click <a href="http://www.moneysavingmom.com/money_saving_mom/2009/06/target-deals-and-freebies-for-this-week.html">here</a> thanks to MoneySavingMom.</p>

<p>--Super Saver Kathy</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/2009/06/printable_target_coupon_drisco.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:52:45 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>SanDisk 2GB digital media card $7.77 with free shipping</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><img alt="sandisk.jpg" src="http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/sandisk.jpg" width="125" height="125" /align="left"hspace>I have a paranoia about erasing my favorite pictures from my digital camera cards, so I always have several extras in my camera case. It may be time to get another, I have a college mini-reunion looming in the near future.</p>

<p>Get a SanDisk 2GB card from buy.com for $7.77 with free shipping. Click <a href="http://www.buy.com/prod/sandisk-2gb-secure-digital-sd-card-sandisk-2gb-secure-digital-card/q/loc/101/201692678.html?adid=17653&dcaid=17653">here</a> to access site. On checkout, make sure you select the free shipping option. It's tricky, if you miss it, then you get charged. Make sure to look for the free shipping option. </p>

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         <link>http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/2009/06/sandisk_2gb_digital_media_card.html</link>
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         <category>Deals &amp; Steals</category>
         <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:58:16 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Starbucks summer special is back!</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/iced%20coffee.jpg"><img alt="iced%20coffee.jpg" src="http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/iced%20coffee-thumb.jpg" width="261" height="226"align="right" hspace="5" /></a></p>

<p>Yes, it's rainy and hot and you can hardly breathe. </p>

<p>But cheer up, Starbucks $2 iced drink special is back this summer: Buy a morning coffee, keep your receipt and get an afternoon delight after 2 p.m. for only $2.</p>

<p>I also have Starbucks' discount card so I get my morning coffee for under $2. Even Starbucks is more of a bargain these days. -- Marcia "Bargain Hunter" Pounds </p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.trb.com/features/consumer/shopping/blog/2009/06/starbucks_summer_special_is_ba.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:29:29 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Printable coupon:  $10 off at Kmart</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Now that I have your attention....I'll give you the bad news. It's a coupon for $10 off, but you have to spend $100 to use it, And it can't be combined with other coupons. Oh well...</p>

<p>There are still lots of scenarios where this will save our readers $10, so I'm going to post it. Let us know if it came in handy. Click <a href="https://a248.e.akamai.net/f/248/47562/14d/ig.rsys4.net/responsysimages/kmart/__RS_CP__/20090630_KM_BAU_Store_Coupon.pdf?eml=_NULL_&rioptype=KC">here</a> for a huge coupon. Don't laugh that's the way it came!  --Super Saver Kathy</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:51:32 -0500</pubDate>
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