Today, I would like to share an additional way to cut your grocery bill. See previous posts on this topic here. In today’s post, I am going to share with you some easy ways to maximize the benefits of a store that doubles coupons. First, I would like to share a picture of what I purchased yesterday on my trip to Harris Teeter during their “Double Coupon Days” event.

Here is what I purchased: 5pack Kraft Mac&Cheese, A can Hunts tomatoes, a box brown rice, 2 packages tea, muffin mix, always pads 18 count, .62lbs chicken breast, Buitoni pasta, butter, cooking cream, 2 packages Kraft cheese, one small Parmesan cheese, Greek yogurt, Activia yogurt 4pack, 2 dozen large eggs, silk almond milk. Total Retail Price before coupons/store sales= 58.92.

ACTUALLY SPENT 16.05. With store savings and coupons that is a TOTAL SAVINGS OF 42.87!!

What I am trying to illustrate here, is that using coupons is actually worth it. You can get both items you need and items you want for excellent deals.

Here are some tips for creating your own double couponing success:

1) Know the coupon policy of the stores you normally shop. For example, my Kroger and Publix always double coupons up to 50 cents. This is a huge help in savings because it doubles the value of most coupons!

2) Make sure you are aware of any stores in your area that offer “Double Coupon Days”, and stock up during these rare events. However, be aware that some stores may limit the number of coupons you can use per visit. For example, Harris Teeter, only allows 20 coupons per visit.

3) Make sure to only use coupons that would not be doubled normally (unless that is an unusually low sale price on an item). For example, when Harris Teeter has “double coupon days”, I only use coupons that range from 55 cents to 1.98. This is because the stores I usually shop at already double coupons up to 50 cents, thus I would rather save those coupons for other stores whose prices are generally cheaper than Harris Teeter.

4) Come in with a plan. I take some time to pull out all the coupons that I think will be the best value according to the guidelines above. I also visit blogs that match store sales with coupons.I used The Deal Scoop to help me prepare for my recent Harris Teeter trip.

These are my tips for maximizing the benefits of special coupon days!! I would love to hear your ideas in the comment section. Also, if you could share what stores you have found that offer special double or triple coupon days.