You can shop when the things you want are on sale.
Even in the current economic recession, retailers tend to follow the traditional calendar of sales that their customers have come expect. If you plan ahead, you can save some money on your personal and gift shopping. Here is an idea of what sales to look for when.
January
- Holiday decorations, gift wrap
- Gift items
- Linens, blankets, and towels
- Computers
- Rugs
- Sporting gear
- Winter coats, scarves, hats, boots
- TVs, computers, and electronics
February
- Furniture
- Dishes
- Jewelry
- Perfumes
- Floor coverings
March
- Luggage
- Spring season clothes
- Windows
- Sports gear
- Gardening equipment
- Frozen food
- Air conditioners
- Washers and dryers
April
- Easter outfits
- Better dishes
- Wallpaper and paint
- Furniture
- Bridal dresses
- Vacations to Europe
May
- Linens, blankets, and towels
- Tires
- Spring clothes
- Appliances
- Outdoor food items
- Watches and jewelry
- Mothers; Day items
June
- Summer clothes
- TVs and appliances
- Home improvement items
- Camping items
- Fathers' Day items
July
- Summer clothes
- School clothes
- School supplies
- Air conditioners
- Home improvement items
- Floor coverings
- Electronics
- Used cars
- Craft items
August
- Linens, blankets, and towels
- Sporting equipment
- Summer items like barbecues, fans, mowers, outdoor furniture
- Summer clothing
- Fresh produce
September
- School clothes
- School supplies
- Gardening supplies
- Car parts
- Canned goods
- Winter clothes
- Lawn furniture
- Bicycles
October
- Fishing gear
- School clothes
- School supplies
- Candy
- Sports equipment
- Winter clothes
- Quality housewares like crystal and silver
November
- Winter clothes
- Blankets
- Space heaters
December
- Winter clothes
- Toys
- Holiday decorating
- Perfumes
- Party dresses
- Appliances
Take advantage of the seasonal sales, do your gift shopping throughout the year, and enjoy the savings.
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Comments
You are so right. I keep a gift closet that I add to year round. Come Christmas, I am usually near done w/ my shopping. Thanks for the tips!
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