Steals & Deals: Michael’s, JoAnn, Hobby Lobby
Care to save some cash, my friends?
JoAnn
http://www.joann.com/joann/
Free shipping on orders of $25 or more.
Code is EDB039
Expires 2/8/09
Michael’s
Hobby Lobby
Feb
01
Nov
24
‘Tis The Season To Save Some Cash
As we in the US gear up for Thanksgiving this week, the inevitable barage of Black Friday ads are undoubtedly already on their way to your hot little hands. For those of you with DIY wedding projects on your to do list in the next few months NOW is the perfect time to stock up on crafting essentials. Coupons, sales, and discounts galore will be abundant for the next few months. Take advantage of this most wonderful time of year, my friends. What you should you stock up on:
- Double-sided adhesives. If you’re doing stationery projects, you’ll likely need plenty of double stick tape. I go through several rolls a year.
- Printer ink cartridges
- Printer papers & cardstock
- Extra blades for your paper cutter
- Embellishments like ribbon, rhinestones, glitter, eyelets, brads
- Ink for rubber stamps
- Floral supplies
- Fabric and notions
Bigger-ticket items to watch out for:
- Inkjet printers
- Good paper cutter
- Heat embossing tool (if you’re going to stamp & emboss)
- Jewelry tool kits
- Die cutting machines
- Sewing machines
Where to look for deals:
- Newspapers. This is THE week for print coupons in the paper.
- Craft store websites. Some have downloadable printable coupons and some have online coupon codes.
- Sign up for craft and office supply store newsletters. The big guys are starting to send out 30% – 50% coupons on a regular or semi-regular basis to their email subscribers.
- Local store newsletters. If your favorite scrapbook or fabric store has a mailing list, get on it ASAP. Many send out notices of in-store events and sales on a short notice.
Nov
18
{Freebie Tuesday} Thank You Postcards
Freebie Tuesday is a new feature at DIY Bride. Each week we’ll point you to utterly wonderful things for your wedding or wedding craft projects. Today’s awesomeness, a gorgeous thank you postcard template, comes from the Lucky Designs blog. It’s compatible with Vista Print’s standard postcard template if you’d like to outsource the printing. Click here to download. Visit Lucky Designs and the Lucky Designs blog.
Nov
27
Attendant gifts under $25
If you’re in the market stylish, unique gifts to give your maids and groomsmen (or if you’re focused on holiday shopping right now), do rush over to design*sponge’s 2007 Gift Guide. Grace is featuring over 30 hip, stylish products that are $25 or under.
Sep
21
5 Cent Wine Sale
For those of you lucky enough to be able to bring your own alcohol to your reception venue, BevMo is having their 5 cent sale. Buy one bottle and get the 2nd one for 5 cents (on selected items). Prices start at $6.99 and there are over 150 wines to choose from. You can buy in-store or via the web, if your state allows it. 
Sep
12
Sep
05
30% Off at Denver Fabrics
One of my favorite online fabric shops, Denver Fabrics, will soon be changing ownership. The current owners are offering 30% off their entire fabric inventory to prep for the new owners. (I’m not sure how long they’ll be offering the discount. Sorry! Please ask them directly if you have any questions.) Here’s the code: Use coupon code: ALLFAB%30.
Aug
24
10% Off Invites by You (DIY Invitation Supplies)
The wonderful folks at Invites by You are offering DIY Bride readers 10% off their entire order. Check out their selection of beautiful pocketfolds, cardstock, and matching envelopes. They have over 50 colors of of cardstock, including metallics (super-hot for Fall 2007), allowing you to create invitation packets in hundreds of different color combinations. Discount code: DIYbride10%.
Aug
10
Target Bridal Gowns: The Verdict
I recently had the opportunity to get hands-on with a Target bridal gown (the $90 strapless sheath). The verdict: It was surprisingly well-done for the price. I’d say the gown quality is comparable to a mid-range maid’s gown you’d get at someplace like David’s. The fabric was decent, neither luxe or polyesther-y. The seams were even and there were no flaws that I could detect in the workmanship — except at the bottom hem that wasn’t stitched well. That wasn’t a big deal for the bride because the gown has to be altered anyway. The lining was sufficient and done well. The bride said the gown was a bit on the small size and to go up one size to get over her chest (and she’s not overly busty). She was pleased with Target.com’s return policy but had to wait a week or so until the new size was back in stock. Overall, I give it thumbs up and would recommend it to brides on a micro-budget or who are otherwise not interested in shelling out big bucks for a gown.
May
02
Isaac Mizrahi Bridal For Target
Isaac Mizrahi is launching his own bridal collection this month, exclusively at – and designed for – Target.Com . The collection consists of 8 wedding gowns available in white, ivory and black in size 2 – 16, possibly to size 18. (Haven’t been able to confirm that yet.) The prices for all of the wedding gowns are under $175. Cool!
In addition to the bridal gowns, there will be 10 bridesmaid gowns, prices ranging from $34.99 – $49.99, along with satin pumps, lace slingbacks, and other shoes. Cummerbunds and ties for the guys are also offered. Shoes and accessories start at $9.99.
Silk Charmeuse Cowl Neck Gown in Ivory, $129.99 |
Tulle Princess Gown in White, $159.99 |
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Classic Princess Dress in White, $159.99 |
Silk Faille Trapunto Trim Bell Gown in White, $159.99 |
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