Christmas Already!!!

In the past I have always assumed that the best deals for Christmas gifts would come after Thanksgiving, but last year I found that is just a myth.

Around July, I start scouring the Sunday Ads (another benefit I get by subscribing to the Sunday paper) looking for great toy deals. A lot of big box retail stores have huge clearance markdowns around July to clear their shelves for the NEW and MUST HAVE toys for Christmas. I have armed myself with this knowledge and have found some great deals that help me get my Christmas for less.

As of today, I am 90% done with my kiddos Christmas shopping, and I must say I think it is going to be a great Christmas morning around here. Here are some of the things I have been able to pick up at a great price.

Fisher Price Cash Register - Retail $25.00/My Cost $9.50 = 62% savings
Snow White DVD - Retail $30.00/My Cost $4.99 = 83% savings
Pink Brick Lego Set - Retail $30.00/My Cost $19.99 = 33% savings
Monster vs Aliens DVD - Retail $20.00/My Cost $4.99 = 75% savings
Doll House and Accessories - Retail $100.00/My Cost $25.00 = 75%

I will still be on the look out for great deals in the months to come, but for know I know that I have gotten Christmas for less by shopping smart.

Come back tomorrow to see how I got my doll house for so cheap.