How to Save the Most Money at Craft Stores
Craft projects offer a fun and creative outlet, letting you make something that is truly unique. While crafting is great for the mind, it is not so easy on the wallet. Craft supplies and materials can be very expensive for the avid crafter. However, there are many ways to save money at your favorite craft stores.
- Look for coupons both from manufacturers and the stores. Craft or home magazines are great for finding craft and supplies coupons directly from the manufacturer. Craft stores often have inserts in the paper or send out mailers which may have coupons printed directly on the advertisements.
- Buy in bulk if you know you are going to use a lot of a particular item. Always using a glue gun? Buy a larger package of glue gun sticks as they will be much cheaper than only buying a few. Many craft items can be used for multiple projects, so you can save lots of money by purchasing your supplies at one time in advance for upcoming projects.
- Shop at the right time. After major holidays are great times for finding merchandise that you can use for the following year. Many times prices will be 70, 80 or 90 percent marked down, making holiday items a great buy for the following year.
- Take advantage of promotions and sales. Some craft stores will give you a coupon for a certain dollar value or a percentage off your next purchase if you spend over a specific amount. Sales are often held before holidays, so if you didn’t purchase your craft supplies last year, you can certainly get a lower price when they are having their pre-holiday sale.
- Sign up for mailing lists. Craft stores often send out newsletters, coupons and special offers to those that sign up to receive updates from the store. Look for both electronic and snail mail versions to get the most out of your savings.