10 Ways to Save on Halloween, Part 3
September 23, 2009 by Karen Weideman
Filed under Halloween, Top 10 lists, holidays, money saving idea
The National Retail Federation reports that Americans spend nearly three billion dollars on Halloween. Three billion dollars?!? :gasp:
Here are some money saving tips to help you enjoy Halloween a little cheaper.
7) Do it yourself. There are lots of costumes and decorations that you can make yourself. I like this idea because it means that your costume will be unique and not like everyone else’s. Check out this list of 50 do-it-yourself Halloween ideas.
8) Look online or in magazines for ideas. Sometimes I have a hard time getting creative but it’s easier with the help of others. Some of the sites …read more
10 Ways to Save on Halloween, Part 2
September 22, 2009 by Karen Weideman
Filed under Halloween, Top 10 lists, holidays, money saving idea
I have read that the average family spends about $40-50 on Halloween. Of course, this is an average and it varies upon where you live and how many children you have. I’m sure there are some people that spend way more than this amount.
It doesn’t take long for Halloween expenses to add up. Here are some ways to save.
4) Shop yard sales. When I moved last year, I had an entire table of holiday decorations. There were Christmas ornaments and decorations and Halloween costumes. These unused items frequently turn up at yard sales.
5) Shop after-season clearance sales. Of course, it is …read more
10 Ways to Save on Halloween, Part 1
September 22, 2009 by Karen Weideman
Filed under Halloween, Top 10 lists, holidays, money saving idea, save-money, saving money
It doesn’t take long for the cost of Halloween decorations and costumes to add up. Although it may not seem like it, Halloween is just around the corner. Here are some tips to save.
1) Check out the selection at close out stores. One year my husband stopped in a close out store and found Spiderman and Backyardigans costumes for only $5 each. Those costumes would have cost us at least $40. The kids were thrilled!
2) Borrow from a friend. Check with your friends to see if anyone has any costume pieces that you can borrow. Sometimes you can borrow enough for a whole …read more
