Sunday, January 31, 2016

Extreme Couponing: A Money-Saving Q&A And Book Giveaway

 As much as I'd like to, and as hard as I try, I simply can't thrift everything. But that doesn't mean that I can't apply my thrift sense at the supermarket and beyond. And with the help of expert budgeter Miriam Wartell, that's exactly what I'll be doing. 

I recently attended the signing for Miriam's first published book I Don't Have Time To Save Money. Miriam, aka. The Kosher Coupon Lady, has applied five and half years of clipping coupons, comparing sales, and budgeting to help others navigate their own way to better finances. While her website features weekly deals she's found online, along with tips and tricks to maximize savings, this book is a beginning couponer's first step to understanding how it all works. 

And in a brief Q&A with the author, Let's Go Thrifting readers can get an idea of what Miriam's work is all about.

What are some of your biggest achievements in couponing?
"While some couponers may say their biggest achievements are their couponing hauls (my highest to date being $330.98 down to $14.85), I'd honestly say that the biggest achievement is being able to help my community in a way that I never thought I could. Couponing has allowed me to provide food, toiletries and clothing to needy families without breaking the bank. In fact, earlier this month, I was even able to buy a little girl a pair of light up sneakers for only .44 cents using free surprise points from Sear's Shop Your Way program."

How did you first come to educate others on how to save money?
"A lot of people have confided in me over the years about their financial hardships. I really just wanted to empower people to help themselves."

What is the greatest piece of advice you can give to a new couponer? 
"Start small and don't drive yourself nuts. Start at a pace you're comfortable with. I started off calling companies for coupons. It was something that I spent only a couple of minutes of my day doing. It wasn't until later that I got into the mainstream couponing process. The entire focus of my book is to help people save money according to the time they have available. It's not about creating a new "money-saving" lifestyle, it's about adapting smart shopping strategies to your regular flow of life."


And in addition to all the free advice and printable coupons offered at the Kosher Coupon Lady website, Miriam has generously offered a copy of her book FREE to one lucky reader. It's a quick and comprehensive read, with guaranteed results. 

So scroll down to the Rafflecopter giveaway below and get those entries in today. Open to all US residents, with one winner being announced on February 15th. Good luck and happy saving, everyone! 



a Rafflecopter giveaway

All images courtesy of Miriam Wartell, subject to copyright. 





3 comments:

Lauren said...

I am already a fan of her website. Winning the book would be awesome!

Siemers Rafter Room said...

Jackie, Love this post. The more money I can save with coupons, the more I have to spend on the things I love. Which as you know are thrifting and Vintage!
I am excited to add my name to the list of entries for this book, however it is not showing here on the blog that I have obtained any entries at all. I hope this is just a time laps thing and that I have been entered. It would be sweet to win this.
I have pinned your blog here too. Also posting to g+ in my feed.

Your a great gal with great ideas. I hope for the same from the Kocher Couponer.

Jackie Jardine said...

Thank you for entering the giveaway, ladies!

And Margaret, no worries. It was likely a glitch. I just looked into it and all of your entries have been received. As always, thanks for reading.

<3 Jackie @ Let's Go Thrifting