Hi Guys, long time lurker, first time poster here. I just had to chime in on this great thread.

Smiths (our version of King Soopers) has 20 pound bags of rice on sale for $8.99 right now. The last couple of weeks they had 32oz. Powerade for $0.25/each; a 15 quart case was $3.75.

Menards often has free-after-rebate items: 20" hand saws, 20 piece drill bit sets, 7" rafter squares, AA batteries, etc.

I found a small (but in good condition) pressure cooker at a second-hand store for $5. I also picked up 54 quart jars for $15 and a small hand-crank meat grinder for $6.

I try to buy on sale as much as I can. I also try to frequent the second hand stores. I am always on the lookout for any type of hand saw or other non-electrical hand tools.