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- Mary
- My blogs are about using different crafting methods,tools and supplies to create cards, scrapbook pages and craft items. Mary's Crafting Spot is more about using the Imagine Machine and projects you can make with it. Scrapbooking Grandma Crafts is about a variety of crafting Ideas. Such as Digital Projects, Gypsy, Yudu. What ever I find of interest in crafting will be posted. Both Blogs have Tutorials, Projects and techniques for cards, layouts and home decor. I hope you find them informative and enjoyable. A little about me: I'm a Mother of 2 children. I am Grandmother of 1 Granddaughter. I am married to a wonderful husband who is supportive in all my adventures. I enjoy scrapbooking, cardmaking, recording family history,crocheting and woodworking. And Of Course spending time with my Family.
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Sunday, September 25, 2011
Trendy Alternatives - Shop The Sales
Here's a Trendy Alternative - Money Saving Tips:
By: Mary
Shop the bargains, don't pay full price for any crafting product. Unless you absolutely need it for a project shop the sales. It may mean that you have to wait to do a project. But, It is well worth the wait to save money.
When buying crafting supplies get the most product for the value of your dollar. That means wait for sales and buy bulk if you can. I don't recommend buying in bulk unless you intend on using it for projects. If it's just going to sit around your craft room collecting dust then buy a smaller quantity. It may be of value to buy in large quantities dollar wise but, if it isn't going to get used your really not benefitting from the bargain. That means not only do you have to find a place to store it, it also sits around not used.
Find a friend that wants the same product and split the cost and the product with a friend. It's a win, win situation. You both come out with a bargain.
If your ordering online look for free shipping offers and coupon codes. Compare prices on several different websites to make sure your getting the best price for your dollar.
By: Mary
Shop the bargains, don't pay full price for any crafting product. Unless you absolutely need it for a project shop the sales. It may mean that you have to wait to do a project. But, It is well worth the wait to save money.
When buying crafting supplies get the most product for the value of your dollar. That means wait for sales and buy bulk if you can. I don't recommend buying in bulk unless you intend on using it for projects. If it's just going to sit around your craft room collecting dust then buy a smaller quantity. It may be of value to buy in large quantities dollar wise but, if it isn't going to get used your really not benefitting from the bargain. That means not only do you have to find a place to store it, it also sits around not used.
Find a friend that wants the same product and split the cost and the product with a friend. It's a win, win situation. You both come out with a bargain.
If your ordering online look for free shipping offers and coupon codes. Compare prices on several different websites to make sure your getting the best price for your dollar.
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1 comments:
Great tips Mary...thanks for sharing!