For many that are just getting started with couponing, it can seem a bit overwhelming & time-consuming. After many starts and stops in my couponing journey, I have come to realize an organization system that works is extremely important. There are many different ways people organize their coupons/inserts and over the next few weeks, we will discuss some of them in-depth (including my current system).
- Envelope system – coupons are clipped and stored in envelopes, organized by category and/or brand
- Filing system – coupon inserts are not clipped. Each insert is placed in a file, labeled with the date & insert type (ie SS 5/1). Coupons are pulled out as needed.
- Coupon box – using a recipe (or similar) box. Dividers are customized for your own categories. Can be portable.
- Custom coupon organizers – such as
The Couponizer, Coupon Organizer, a Coupon Wallet, or Paula Deen's Coupon Organizer - Coupon binder – coupons are clipped and placed in protective pages. They can be organized by category, brand, or even set up to match the aisles in your favorite store.
- Combination – My current system is a combination of binder & filing. My inserts (except 2 of each) are filled in an accordion file, according to date & insert type. The coupons I have printed or received in the mail, and from 1 copy of each insert are cut & put into the left binder according to the aisles at my favorite grocery store. The right binder (see the pictures below) contains dividers for each store I shop at, their coupon policies, and a 3-pocket page to keep store coupons and each trip's coupons.
. They can be organized by category, brand, or even set up to match the aisles in your favorite store.Want to know more about my coupon organization system? See how it evolved here.
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