- Envelopes are a method that I have seen mentioned in a book I read about couponing! Organize your envelopes by writing stuff such as "Laundry supplies, Cleaning, Supplies, etc"
- Accordion Files are another way. Organize the coupons on the file tops by the same method as above.
- An index card box is also an effective method. You organize them like the above two or in alphabetical order.
What you will need:
- A Binder--preferably one that will zip! You can use the ones that do not zip, but you risk the chance of losing coupons or other things!
- Baseball card organizers--The only place I have been able to find these are at Hobby Lobby. They will run you about 5 bucks a pack! Our local Walmart does not carry them.
- Calculator--A cheap one will do the trick!
- Notepad--I use the yellow ones!
- A few pens
- Page Dividers--You can find these at one of the dollar stores or Walmart!
Since I know this is kind of a lot to do... especially for people are working 40 hours a week.. I am going to start selling coupon binders for $35.00! They come with EVERYTHING above! I also do the dividers and organize it! I will even include that week's coupons from the newspaper! If you are interested in purchasing one please get in touch with me via email or facebook! :)
Once you have what you're going to be carrying your coupons in, you need to organize them! I have my coupons organized by different categories such as MEATS, BAKING, CLEANING, GROOMING....etc. then inside of the sections I classify by expiration date.
I usually take 4 hours on Sunday to clip, cut, and sort my coupons! I know this sounds crazy... but you can really easily do this while watching TV or cooking dinner! ;)
