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Halloween is almost here, and you'll need costumes, decorations and candy. However, the expenses associated with the holiday can take its toll on your finances. The question is, how to how to enjoy this season without staining your budget? I've included a few money saving tips below:
When planning for Halloween, its best to shop early. Regardless of whether you are planning for yourself or your kids, it's best to avoid price hike associated with the rush. By doing so, you will get items at a much lower price as compared to the peak period. It also affords you the opportunity and time to compare prices from different stores.
Another option is to make your purchases the day after Halloween, it's not uncommon to see prices discounted up to 50% off or more, espically on closeout items. The only drawback is that you'll have to store your costumes and accessories for an entire year.
Most Halloween websites have a section on their webpage dedicated to sale items. You'll be surprised to see quality costumes/accessories at deep discounted prices. I think this is an excellent approach for any frugal shopper.
Even though stores can go overboard with emails, it is often the best way to know who is having a sale and score some extra coupons that are not always provided to in-store customers. Waiting until you see a sale or coupons for a costume or accessory is a great way to get more for your money.
Swapping costumes with other family is a great option but might not appeal to everyone. If you don't mind, you can exchange costumes with your neighbor or take advantage of hand-me-down costumes. This is an excellent option with respect to saving some money. It also provides you with a wide variety of costumes that may not be available in the market that year.
Shopping at thrift stores presents an opportunity to get some outstanding costumes at very cheap prices. In some seasons, list prices are as low as twenty dollars and those who are skilled in the art of negotiating could get them even less.
I'm surprised how some stores overcharge for simple accessories. Instead of dropping lots of money on accessories you may only use once, shop at your local crafts store and get materials for jewelry and even belts and hair accessories. You will spend less on more color choices and often find books with step-by-step instructions on how to make whatever you want.
Making your own costume can not only be fun but cost effective as well. For example, you could draw a clown face manually. Paint your entire face white and mark the outline round your mouth with a red lipstick while you decorate your ear liner and eye shadows with different colors. If you have a wig, it will add some flair to your style. A silly hat or a sneaky oversized shoe would complete the costume.
Getting the best Halloween costume, you desire does not have to cost a fortune. Take advantage of the methods we have highlighted above and get the best that suits the character you want to portray. For those who are interested in creating theirs from scratch, a bit of creativity would make a significant difference.
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Halloween Savings
Halloween Savings
Halloween is almost here, and you'll need costumes, decorations and candy. However, the expenses associated with the holiday can take its toll on your finances. The question is, how to how to enjoy this season without staining your budget? I've included a few money saving tips below:
• Shop Early/Late
When planning for Halloween, its best to shop early. Regardless of whether you are planning for yourself or your kids, it's best to avoid price hike associated with the rush. By doing so, you will get items at a much lower price as compared to the peak period. It also affords you the opportunity and time to compare prices from different stores.
Another option is to make your purchases the day after Halloween, it's not uncommon to see prices discounted up to 50% off or more, espically on closeout items. The only drawback is that you'll have to store your costumes and accessories for an entire year.
• Shop Sale Iteams
Most Halloween websites have a section on their webpage dedicated to sale items. You'll be surprised to see quality costumes/accessories at deep discounted prices. I think this is an excellent approach for any frugal shopper.
• Sign Up for Your Favorite Store's Email List
Even though stores can go overboard with emails, it is often the best way to know who is having a sale and score some extra coupons that are not always provided to in-store customers. Waiting until you see a sale or coupons for a costume or accessory is a great way to get more for your money.
• Swap Costumes
Swapping costumes with other family is a great option but might not appeal to everyone. If you don't mind, you can exchange costumes with your neighbor or take advantage of hand-me-down costumes. This is an excellent option with respect to saving some money. It also provides you with a wide variety of costumes that may not be available in the market that year.
• Shop at Thrift Stores
Shopping at thrift stores presents an opportunity to get some outstanding costumes at very cheap prices. In some seasons, list prices are as low as twenty dollars and those who are skilled in the art of negotiating could get them even less.
• Make Your Own Accessoreis
I'm surprised how some stores overcharge for simple accessories. Instead of dropping lots of money on accessories you may only use once, shop at your local crafts store and get materials for jewelry and even belts and hair accessories. You will spend less on more color choices and often find books with step-by-step instructions on how to make whatever you want.
• Make Your Own Costume
Making your own costume can not only be fun but cost effective as well. For example, you could draw a clown face manually. Paint your entire face white and mark the outline round your mouth with a red lipstick while you decorate your ear liner and eye shadows with different colors. If you have a wig, it will add some flair to your style. A silly hat or a sneaky oversized shoe would complete the costume.
• Make Ends Meet
Getting the best Halloween costume, you desire does not have to cost a fortune. Take advantage of the methods we have highlighted above and get the best that suits the character you want to portray. For those who are interested in creating theirs from scratch, a bit of creativity would make a significant difference.
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