Mashup Mom

I added a forum a few months ago when people were asking for a way to trade coupons and connect with one another. Well… it isn’t getting a lot of use (the last post was August 26), and it’s taking a bit of time to control the spammers over there. So, while we continue with [...]

I was reading Jill Cataldo’s site today, and came across a post where someone was disappointed I mentioned reselling some of those Purex 3-in-1 sheets at my garage sale. This was a throwaway comment I made in a shopping trip post — picked four of them up at Ultra, thought I might sell them since [...]

I don’t usually link to other people’s giveaways, but this one is local and has no entries as of yet. Head over to Deranged.me and enter to win 50 bags of Purina Kitten Chow. Must be able to pick up in Western Chicago burbs — see her post for details. I know some of you [...]

Just out of curiosity. Comment if you have something to say… And while we’re at it…

A number of you have mentioned that you’d prefer links to open in a new window or tab rather than replacing Mashup Mom when you click on them. I’m wondering if this is a general consensus so thought it was time for a little poll. (In the meantime, not only here, but anywhere, you can [...]

We’ve talked peelies, and we’ve talked hangtags. While we’re getting all riled up, how do you feel about taking those those coupon booklets stores put out, like the “add dairy” booklets at Dominick’s or the “sizzling summer savings” booklets at Jewel?

The poll about taking peelies off products you’re not purchasing in order to use them elsewhere has garnered some pretty heated responses — and Megan has a good question there. So, let’s play a new game. If you won’t take peelies, will you take hangtags? And is that different? Why or why not? Answer and [...]

A question Anne asked in comments prompted this, but the question comes up pretty often. So, let’s see how you guys feel… and please feel free to add comments if there’s more you’d like to say on the matter.

Is this supposed to be the new Mars vs. Venus? I was reading the Sunday section of the 6/13 Trib and came across a teensy article on “Call them coupon clickers” about male couponers. The main message here is that apparently online makes coupons cool enough for men to use. Here’s a quote about e-coupons [...]

I’ve been kicking around ideas for some changes and additions to Mashup Mom in the New Year, so thought I’d open it up to you — because after all, you’re what this is all about! Here’s a new poll asking about some of these ideas, and please do comment if you have additional suggestions or [...]