5 Not So Scary Halloween Money Saving Tips

October is here – and that means the holidays are right around the corner, with Halloween leading the way. Many people worry about spending too much over the holidays, but you don’t need to! Not sure how to save and still have fun?

Enjoy these 5 tips to help you save this Halloween:

1) Don’t pay full price for costumes. There are way too many great deals to pay full price! Check BuyCostumes.com for their 5 products under $5 every day. Thrift and craft stores can also inspire your creative spirit, as well as offer great low cost accessories for your new costume.
And don’t forget to look for items around the house: Check closets, the garage, the linen closet, or your craft cupboard to make your own costume! Easy costume ideas include a cowboy, princess, pumpkin, rock star, dog, spider, firefighter, scarecrow, or pirate. Still not sure? Check out some of the suggestions from the Saving Cents with Sense Facebook community!
2) Save a trip and shop online. Many of your favorite retail stores also have exclusive discounts or sales online. Check out retailmenot.com to access over 150,000 coupon codes for a variety of retailers. You will discover discounts on decorations, clothing, costumes, and even candy. And of course, come back to Saving Cents with Sense because I will be highlighting coupons and deals as I find them!
3) Improvise with decorations. Whether you want a splash of holiday flair or a complete makeover, making your own decorations will save your cash. Stretch cotton balls or yarn to create spider webs or stuff trash bags with leaves to create pumpkins. Making your own scarecrow(s) is just as easy with old clothes, newspaper, and a foam pumpkin (found at craft stores), so that it will last several years. Need more FREE craft and decorating ideas? Check out these Halloween Decorations and Craft eBooks.
4) Enjoy your treats. Look for candy coupons (there are several on coupons.com and Redplum right now). Another option is to split the cost of bulk candy bags from warehouse stores with friends or family. And don’t forget that pumpkins aren’t just for decorating. Make your own pumpkin pie, bread, or pudding with the flesh or just bake the seeds for an easy and festive snack

. Next year, try growing your own pumpkins to save even more.
5) Shop on November 1. This tip will help you save for next Halloween. Most stores, like Target, Walmart, Michael’s, etc, discount Halloween merchandise by 60%-90%, so you can pick up costumes, decorations, and other holiday related items that will last for years to come. I actually picked up several costumes at Target last year that were 90% off – so my boys could have fun “picking” a costume this year!

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