I had to agree. People don't realize how much time couponing can take, especially if you're coupons aren't organized. I have been searching for years for the easiest way to organize my coupons. I tried boxes, which worked but was bulky. I couldn't lug a box into the store. I needed something portable which could keep me organized.
Lately I had begun to see lots of people carrying "coupon binders" into the store. I wanted one of these but didn't know how to make one for myself. Thankfully, Elizabeth at The Coupon Binder Store came to my rescue. She sent me her Hand-made Coupon Organizer which includes:
The binder:
-8.5" X 11" X 1.5"
-Made of heavy-duty canvas
-2 zippered pockets on the exterior of the binder
-Accordion-style file pocket on the inside
The guts:-3 general pocketed category dividers
-16 specific category dividers
-5 pocketed dividers for your grocery stores (blank, self-customizable)
-50 coupon holder sheets
Extra:
16 category-coordinated coupon sorter cards
First, I have to say this binder is sturdy. I keep it in my vehicle and the kids have dropped it, sat on it, you name it, and it has held up. I will be honest and say the coupon binder system does take some time to set up at first. However, having all my coupons in one place and being able to have them handy and ready to go at a moments notice has made shopping much easier for me. Plus, I have the added benefit of being able to jump on unadvertised and clearance specials which I couldn't do when I only carried the coupons I knew I would need for my shopping trip.
If you are interested in purchasing a Coupon Binder for yourself, you can purchase them online.
In the interest of full disclosure, I received a Coupon Binder for review purposes.
This sounds sturdy and useful for things other than coupons!
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I'm going to check this out... I've seen shoppers using binders. I just shove my coupons in a plastic accordion folder, which serves the purpose but I'm sure I could get more from my coupons by using a binder!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!
Hi Pam, I haven't been by your blog in a while. I am impressed with your organizational skills. In other news, I'm moving to blogger. HSB has finally gotten on my nerves enough to make the move.
ReplyDeleteI use a little coupon accordian folder that fits in my purse. That way, my coupons are always with me!
ReplyDeletePam, I've MISSED you lately! What an "anal" product!
ReplyDeleteMy mother-in-law, who records how much $$ she saves every year on coupons, would LOVE IT!!!
Blessings,
Patti