How to Create a Coupon Organizer
Creating a coupon organizer will help you not only to keep track of which coupons you have, but also to use them before they expire. The materials to create an organizer are inexpensive, and in the long run, keeping the coupons properly organized will help to save you money and time.
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Things You'll Need
- 4-by-6-inch index card file box
- 4-by-6-inch index cards
- Pen
- Coupon fliers
- Scissors
Instructions
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Take index cards and write categories, one per card, that reflect the type of coupons you have. Categories could include dairy, meats, danned goods, produce, cookies/snacks, paper products, frozen, breads, rice/pasta, cleaning/detergent, household, baby, cereals, spices, office supplies, baking and miscellaneous.
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Place the category cards in the box in alphabetical order, so the category name is facing forward.
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Take the coupon flier and cut out coupons for items you normally use or would like to try.
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Organize the coupons into the categories you have created. Place the coupons behind the appropriate category cards.
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Sub-organize the clipped coupons in date order, with ones expiring first in the front of each category.
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Tips & Warnings
When it's time to shop, it's a good idea to plan your shopping list in advance. Make a habit of searching through your coupon organizer to locate coupons for products you need, or those that may be on sale. Place these coupons in the front of your organizer for easy access during checkout. Check your grocer's sale flier before shopping. You may find sale items that you have coupons for, increasing your savings. To purchase the supplies needed for the project online, please see the online retailers in the Resources section. These items can also be found at office supply stores or discount department stores. Although this system should remain organized on its own, occasionally comb the organizers for misfiled or out-of-date coupons.
Resources
- Photo Credit Images courtesy of Staples.com
