coupon binder question?

[Cathy_D]

here is mine - if my pictures actually upload.... I just used the kleenex box as a pattern and added a little ( say 1 1/2 inches) to the end flaps so I could sew it together. I will not be able to answer any technical sewing questions as I absolutely have no clue. I just winged this from looking at a similar bag, did what I thought would work - and this is what I got. Happy sewing and organizing

[cowgirlmama04]

I use a couple of different systems, I have 2 binders one for food and one for house hold, they organized by expiry dates.( this seems to work best for me with trains) Then I have a small organizer that fits in my purse( thanks to Armygirl for replacing my old falling apart one) in this one it is sectioned into the stores I plan to shop at with my list and coupons, food, household and pets, personal and soon to expire, and ones I am really hoping to find on sale soon. That way I keep my binders at home and not packing around an extra 10 lbs but I have my most needed coupons with me.

[torontogal12]

growing up,my mom always kept her coupons in an envelope or bag in her purse. This is because we tend to walk everywhere. When dad (or DH in my case) always takes the car to work, you need to make daily stops for food, not big shops on the weekend. Can you imagine carrying a binder everywhere?

I keep the ones I am going to use right away in my purse and the ones that I will use later in a B rotation shoebox with envelopes sorted by category. Because I don't have every coupon with me at all times, sometimes I do miss out on some crazy clearance, but what are you going to do? Because of my situation I can't get EVERY deal, and I'm ok with that

[oscarandme]

We also go to Ogdensburg once in a while and I started researching america coupons. I therefore found "The Krazy Coupon Lady website" They have so many great american articles, links to american coupons ans stuff but the big take -away is the binder download.

I don't know if I can post this-I guess I will find out but I cannot delete the logo on the pages (not educated enough on pc stuff :http://0.thekrazycouponlady.com/wp-c...der.pdf?d52b90
I just love the logo and the silhouette. Their website has it free to download.

Here are the catagories:
(I added a few for my needs). (all are in plastic sheets)


Index is first page to refer to:

Next tab is Insert schedule (1 page RP and SS and a small calendar for year.
0. Bread
1. Produce
2. Salty Snacks
3. Granola Bars/Fruit Snacks
4. PB & J
5. Fruit
6. Vegetables
7. Pasta
8. Soup
9. Baking
10. Breakfast
11. Prepared Sides & Rice
12. Condiments/Salad Dressing
13. Drinks
14. Refrigerated
15. Yogurt
16. Freezer
17. Candy
18. Baby
19. Reynolds Ziploc
20. Paper Products
21. Surface Cleaners
22. Laundry
23. Dish Washing

24. Miscelanious25. Air Fresheners/Candles
26. Cold/Allergy Medicine
27. Vitamins
28. First Aid
29. Beauty
30. Oral Care
31. Soap & Body Wash
32. Hair Care
33. Lotion
34. Shaving & Deodorant
35. Feminine Hygiene
36. Pets
37. Office
38. Outdoor
39. Cars
40. Restaurants

And then I have sub-catagories: Example: Air-Fresheners/candles

I have:
Airwick
Febreeze
Glade
Lysol


Cleaners, Laundry, Health and Beauty also have subs.

Hope this helps.

[abouret]

My binder is organize by categories and the categories are place in the order of my favorite store. That way, when I'm at my favorite store, I just turn the pages and when I'm in another store, I use my cagetories

[hollyquaiscer]

here is mine - if my pictures actually upload.... I just used the kleenex box as a pattern and added a little ( say 1 1/2 inches) to the end flaps so I could sew it together. I will not be able to answer any technical sewing questions as I absolutely have no clue. I just winged this from looking at a similar bag, did what I thought would work - and this is what I got. Happy sewing and organizing

You did a great job. The one I have has lining over the entire case, I will take some pictures and post it. I also have mine organized by category. I think if I just used that A,B,C category, I'd get to confused..."Know lets see, did I put the kraft dinner under P for pasta or K for kraft dinner or M for macaroni and cheese "

[hollyquaiscer]

I use a couple of different systems, I have 2 binders one for food and one for house hold, they organized by expiry dates.( this seems to work best for me with trains) Then I have a small organizer that fits in my purse( thanks to Armygirl for replacing my old falling apart one) in this one it is sectioned into the stores I plan to shop at with my list and coupons, food, household and pets, personal and soon to expire, and ones I am really hoping to find on sale soon. That way I keep my binders at home and not packing around an extra 10 lbs but I have my most needed coupons with me.

The only thing I hate about leaving binders at home is when I would run into a great clearance item and then not have the coupon with me. VERY FRUSTRATING!

[Anna Michele]

I have aphoto wallet type thingy I keep in my purse for my soon to expire and def will use aand not trade items such as milk bread eggs etc (set up according to expiry date , hate whe they expire onme)
I keep an accordian folder and binder in my reusable shopping bag i keep my multiples or ones i hardley use in the binder and the ones that I have one or two of tha i hope to find a great deal on int he accordian\
i find if i don't have all of them with me at all times i miss too many great deals
all are kept in order of expiry Like someone else said it is sooooooooooo much easier for trains and trrading

also wanted to say great job on the bag I know a few people who have made their own and they are great, i might tackle a similiar project when mine falls apart
great question

[pumpkin9211]

I carry 2 binders with me everywhere. It is what works for me.

Binder #1
ALL FPC's
ALL Call-in's
Groceries

Binder #2
Health & Beauty
Household Items
Pets

When I am doing my flyer shopping I pull all the coupons out that I know I am going to use and clip them together and put them in the zippered part of my "binder carrying bag". That way, I can just grab those when getting ready to check out.

Like others, I don't go without my binders because I have found great clearance items and having to leave to go and get the coupons and come back... its just a PIA. So... I am always "prepared for a deal"

I tried to do it alphabetical..... It was a disaster for me. Kinda like Holly. Where did I put my Dr Pepper Coupons
1) under "pop"
2) under "beverages"
3) under "dr pepper"

Everyone needs to figure out what system works. I doubt any two couponers have the exact same system.

[BC Gal]

I have a coupon purse that's sorted by category as well as a couple small accordian folders with coupons for items if the price is right. I love my coupon purse, it's so handy and sorting by category totally works for me.

[Sunshyne1]

I am not a massive couponer...so I just have a little accordian file folder. I do it by category.

[jasperandchar]

I have binders and I organize them by expiry dates it's just easier for me for trains & trading etc. plus I know that I should be checking my current months coupons and see what I can or plan to use up.

I also have an accordion folder tingy that I keep separate that has was I plan on using shortly (hoping for sales) or items I purchase on a regular basis.

I have been lazy lately and have not been taking my binders with me and it has bittin' me in the ass on a few occasions and I see clearance racks and/or deals and I know I have those coupons sitting at home.

So I should make an effort and start bringing the binders along with me each trip regardless of their weight.

[cinpow]

wow.....didn't know others here have some really cool organizer here.....I know its sounds funny, but the only thing I got here to put my coupons in is a $1 small photo album from dollarama and a cookie tin to put other coupons that I won't be using yet or have a longer expiry date. no filings no tabs no labels, i just slip coupons into the album like photos.......every week I will plan out my shopping, take out all the coupons that I will be using and write out the list of stuff to get, gather up all the flyers that I need to pm, elastic band them all together, put it in my purse and I m ready to go.

[momgoneawol]

I have a zippered binder and organize by category. Alphabetically doesn't work for me. I need to know if cereal is on sale, what coupons I have for cereal without going all through the binder remembering what I filed things under. I also have a small zippered pouch that I take into the store with me that matches the grocery list for the day, the coupons that I plan on using in that trip and any that I might use as expiry is close or I think there might be a deal on it. Also any coupons I plan on playing coupon fairy with. The big binder I leave in the car and can pop out for a coupon if I happen upon a great clearance deal. (Doesn't happen often, but I have left binder at home and that's when the awesome deal appears)
I like the small pouch for inside the store as I feel everyone is looking at you with a big binder.