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Free Bees: January 2023

 

So far this year we were able to pick up 33 free items.  High inflation is making finding free items a little more challenging and it takes more time.   However, I have set a goal to beat last year’s number (247). Currently I am working towards finding extra items during months where I have more time and giving myself grace during the months where my time is limited.   


My goal for next year is to find 252 FREE Items. This works out to 21 items per month.  This may be a little challenging because the P&G Coupons are no longer going to be printed in the upcoming year.    My plan is to rely on digital coupons, printables from the company when available, store coupons and reward programs, and rebate apps such as IBOTTA.     


As always, I am able to secure these items through Kroger incentives, Drug Store (Walgreens/CVS)  Rewards programs, sales, Pinch Me, Smart Source, Meijer’s sales/store coupons, sample requests, and Rebates Programs (IBOTTA/SavingStar).   


January 


Here is my January 2023 list of Free-Bees!  


January 2023 (33 Items) 

  1. 4 Covid Testing Kits- US Government

  2. 2 Dawn Dishwashing Liquid (7.5 oz)- Walgreens Cash Back Offer

  3. 2 Garnier Fructis Style Hairspray (8.25 oz)- Walgreens Sale, Coupon, Register Reward, Walgreens Cash Back Offer

  4. Crest Pro-Health Complete Protection (4 oz)- Walgreens Sale, Coupon, Register Reward, Walgreens Cash Back Offer

  5. Burt’s Bee Charcoal +Whitening (4.7 oz)-  Walgreens Sale, Coupon, Register Reward, Walgreens Cash Back Offer

  6. 2 Colgate Total (3.3 oz)- Walgreens Sale, Coupon, Register Reward

  7. Finish Powerball (18 ct)-  Walgreens Sale, Coupon, Walgreens Cash Back Offer, IBOTTA

  8. 8X10 Photo- Walgreens Coupon Code

  9. Advil Dual Action Sample- Sample Request

  10. 4 Core Bars

  11. 3 Nivea Body Wash (20 oz)- Walgreen Sale, Walgreens Cash, Coupon Store Coupon

  12. 2 Icy Hot Lotions (3 oz)- Walgreen Sale, Walgreens Cash, Store Coupon

  13. Violife Cream Cheese (7.5 oz)- IBOTTA

  14. 2 Colgate (3.3 oz)- Walgreen Sale, Coupon, Register Reward

  15. Sargento Cheese (8 oz)- Kroger Store Coupon

  16. Meijer Tissues (160 ct)- Meijer’s Store Coupon

  17. Meijer’s Beef Broth-  Meijer’s Store Coupon

  18. 3 Silk Next Milks- Kroger Sale, Coupon, IBOTTA


My favorite deal this month was getting the 3 Silk Next Milks.    With inflation remaining in our area, we are always looking for good deals on groceries.     Unfortunately, getting free items is getting harder and harder.   


What is your favorite deal this month?
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