Free-Bees: January 2022

So far this year we were able to pick up 13 free items. With our current health crisis, the deals are very limited and hard to come. We are grateful for everything we are able to pick up especially because we are only going to the store when we need a list of items.

As always, I am able to secure these items through Kroger incentives, Giant Eagle Advantage Program, Drug Store (Walgreens/CVS) Rewards programs, sales, Pinch Me, Smart Source, Meijer’s Buy 10 get the 11th free sale, and Rebates Programs (IBOTTA/SavingStar).

January

Here is my January 2022 list of Free-Bees!

January (13)

8x10 Photo- Walgreens Coupon
8x10 Photo- Walgreens Coupon
Sargento’s Cheese Slices (12ct)- Kroger Free Item Coupon
Freschetti Pizza- Kroger Sale, IBOTTA
2- Thomas Mini Croissants- Kroger BOGO, IBOTTA, Kroger Cash
5- Good Belly Juices (32 oz)- Kroger Sale, IBOTTA, Kroger Cash
Core Peanut Butter Chocolate Bar- Kroger Sale, Coupon, IBOTTA
Core Blueberry Bar- Kroger Sale, Coupon, IBOTTA

My favorite deal this month was getting the Good Belly Juices. With inflation remaining in our area, we are always looking for a good deal. Unfortunately, getting free items is getting harder and harder.

What is your favorite deal this month?

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