Couponing Fundamentals:Coupon Organization

If you really want to save big with coupons you should have some kind of organization system. Everyone has a different method they prefer and there are some great coupon organization systems out there-you should google it. After some trial and error I came up a system that works well for me.

As I shared with you here the best place to find coupons is the Sunday paper. I start by clipping almost every coupon out. *If you are just starting I would start slowly-clip only the coupons you think you may use but date and save your insert*. After clipping I file them in my box.


I LOVE my coupon box-it fits perfectly in the front of a grocery cart and it just nestles right into the passenger seat of my car! I have about 40 different categories but I started out pretty simple. If you are just starting your coupon organization here's my suggestion on what categories to begin with. Haircare/Bodywash/Deodorant
Makeup/Lotion
Toothpaste/Toothbrush
Razors/Feminine Products
Medicine
Cleaning Supplies
Produce
Dairy
Frozen Foods
Canned Foods
Bread/Rice/Pasta/Sauce
Cereal/Granola Bars
Baking Mixes/Sugar/Flour
Coffee/Other Drinks
Candy
Once you see you are getting a lot of coupons in one category divide it further. This process may seem overwhelming at first but once you get a system down it will really save you time and $$!