Scrapbook Discounts
From LoveToKnow Scrapbooking
Learning how to find scrapbook discounts is a great way to make the most of your hobby without blowing your budget.
Finding Scrapbook Discounts
Finding scrapbook discounts isn’t as difficult as you might think. Whether you’re a novice scrapbooker building up a supply stash or an experienced crafter looking to save money on your scrapbook necessities, there are a number of money saving tactics you can try.
Sign Up For Store Newsletters
Signing up for store newsletters is often the quickest and easiest way to learn of available scrapbook discounts. Most scrapbook stores have print or e-mail newsletters to inform customers of new product releases, sales, coupons, and special promotions. These newsletters are a fabulous tool for bargain-hunting crafters.
Join the Club
Some scrapbook stores have frequent shopper clubs that you can join to receive scrapbook discounts. There is usually no membership fee for this type of club. Members may receive a punch card to earn discounts or free merchandise. Some clubs even distribute a membership card that looks like a credit card, but allows you to earn a discount on every purchase you make. Ask the clerk at your favorite scrapbook store if there is a frequent shopper club you can join.
Use Coupons
Of course, using coupons on your supply purchases is a great way to take advantage of scrapbook discounts. Large craft stores such as Michaels Crafts, Hobby Lobby, and JoAnn Fabric & Crafts often place coupons in the local Sunday newspaper. Smaller specialty shops may also have coupons available.
Buy in Bulk and Share with a Friend
Buying in bulk isn’t just a way to save money on groceries. Purchasing stacks of cardstock or patterned paper and splitting the package with a friend will save you a bundle when compared to the expense of purchasing these items by the sheet. Buying eyelets, ribbon, and other embellishments in this way is also a smart idea.
Join a Direct Sales Company
Becoming an independent consultant for a direct sales company will let you earn a significant discount on your scrapbook supply purchases. If you choose to conduct home party workshops, you’ll even earn a commission on the products you sell.
If you are interested in joining a direct sales company to receive scrapbook discounts, check out the following helpful links:
Work at a Local Scrapbook Store
In many cases, getting a part-time job at your local scrapbook store will entitle you to a discount on your own supply purchases. You’ll also be able to connect with other crafters in your area while brushing up on the latest scrapbooking techniques. However, it’s important to realize that working nights and weekends may be required.
Cropping on a Budget
While finding scrapbook discounts is a great way to save money on your layouts, the truly budget-conscious crafter employs a number of frugal scrapbooking tactics. For example:
- Keep your crafting area neatly organized so you’re not accidentally buying duplicates of items you already own.
- When purchasing supplies, look for elements that offer maximum versatility. For example, a set of alphabet stamps can be used an unlimited number of times.
- Recycle buttons, charms, ribbon, fabric scraps, and other decorative elements around your home by adding them to your layouts.
- Incorporate greeting cards, newspaper clippings, and other memorabilia into your layouts for free accents that perfectly match the theme of your page.
- Use free fonts, digital scrapbook kits, and other computer resources to create inexpensive page embellishments.
If you’re looking for more ideas on how to save money while scrapbooking, check out these helpful articles:
Learn More
Comments
how can i have that cupons?
-- Contributed by: mildredNancy,
Thank you for your kind words! New articles will be added to LoveToKnow Scrapbooking on a regular basis, so we hope you come back to visit often!
Dana Hinders
LoveToKnow Scrapbooking Editor
-- Contributed by: DanahindersI love your page. You are really contributing a lot. Thanks for the great variety of things that you offer for scrapbooking. I would like to mention you in my blog site at www.freescrapbooklayout.weebly.com
You have enriched my day. Wonderful page!Sheepish
-- Contributed by: Nancy Hall
This page has been accessed 2,269 times. This page was last modified 14:58, 21 August 2009.
© 2006-2009 LoveToKnow Corp.
Visit us on facebook