Frugal Scrapbooking
Are you like me that find scrapbooking a tad expensive? If you’re not careful, you can spend a fortune hoarding all the yummy drool-inducing scrapbook products out there! I came across these 5 tips from Not Made of Money on frugal scrapbooking — how to enjoy your hobby without breaking your bank:
1. Ebay. I have not found a “scrapbooker” going out of business at a garage sale, but I have seen items listed on ebay for just that reason. Sometimes stores just close their doors or someone who is a scrapbook consultant decides to get out of the business. If you search on ebay, you can find many great deals on scrapbook items. Specifically, look for a “lot” of scrapbook items where you can pick up a supply of papers, ribbons, and embellishments for very little money.
2. Store Clearance. I also hunt for supplies on clearance at Target or Walmart. Periodically, Target will do a reset of their scrapbooking department, and any seasonal products or products not moving well will be discounted. I’ve found tags and stickers at 50% or 75% off. Especially check the clearance aisles after a holiday - seasonal items will eventually be clearanced.
3. Garage Sales. This is where Mighty Bargain Hunter found a Stampin’ Up consultant (scrapbook consultant) who was going out of business and selling her inventory at a garage sale.
4. 50% Off Coupons. Both of my local craft stores, Michael’s and JoAnn’s, periodically feature coupons in the weekend newspaper. If there is a particular item that I am looking for, I watch for the 50% off coupons which usually allow the purchase of one item (that is not on sale) for 50% off. I’ve purchased some of the nicer albums in this manner.
5. Dollar Store. My local dollar store has a rather nice selection of scrapbooking supplies. All are acid free and archival quality too. I’ve seen wonderful seasonal papers, stickers, and even embellishments.
Hope this helps!
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Angela M. Alexander
May 29, 2007 at 6:11 am
I am with you on that one. When I go into a hobby/craft store, I head straight to the clearance area. I have to constantly tell myself to ‘Lead not into temptation”, or I’ll just end up broke in the end.
What I am setting out to do, is to start shopping from orientaltrading.com. They carry a lot of scrapbooking items in units or bulk. They have some really cool and fabulous items, and their prices are not overwhelmingly expensive. Of course, it will save you from having to make the trip to the craft supply store. Save your gas!
Shopping frugally is the WISE thing to do!
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