One of the things I love to do, is to think of how I can use something in a new and creative way. Especially when that means savings money! So when I was picking up even more fever-reducing medicines at Walgreens earlier this week, I took a moment to glance at the Halloween clearance. Candy was 50% off, but I wasn't interested in that. I went straight to the 75% off items and scored the items below:
Now, how will I use 5 magnetic note pads and 12 plastic trick or treat bags, you ask? Great question.
I was really careful to look trough the trick or treat bags to be sure I didn't grab any that said "Trick or Treat" or had pumpkins or anything else that would give it away. The winners in my pile were themes like super heroes and princesses. I thought that these would be perfect for quick little gifts that the kids may need for school or scout exchanges, or to use for kid party goodie bags. They normally sell for 2/$1 and were ringing up at 12 cents each. Total price for 12 bags = $1.44. Less than two gift bags at the dollar store!
Everyone can use a note pad to jot down the phone messages or items to pick up at the grocery store. So for 25 cents each discounted, those magnetic note pads are easy stocking stuffers. My family knows that I am a bargain shopper, and they don't seem to mind that the header or color scheme is "off". Total price for 5 magnetic note pads = $1.25.
A few other things that I noticed, but did not purchase:
- costumes -- great for dress up and playtime fun
- wigs -- same idea
- "nerf-like" pirate swords -- also great for dress up time
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Oh I LOVE it when I can get those deals! I scored an art set at CVS last month for 19 cents. I was almost embarrassed to pay for it - but i did!!
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