A School Week's Worth of Clothes for $50!
Wednesday, September 09, 2009 Posted by Felicia
When I was contacted by Walmart to take the $50 challenge I was a little skeptical. Sure, I know that they have affordable clothes because we buy a lot of Graham's every day clothes there. We can always find great prices and deals every time we go. But, when I thought about trying to buy him enough clothes to make it through a school week (5 days) with just $50, I was wondering how they were going to pull it off.Believe it or not, most of the items I purchased for Graham were under $5. That wasn't just true in the boys section, it carried over into the girls as well. I also did not purchase anything from the clearance rack. I figured, if this was to be for back to school, we needed to keep it with actual back to school clothes (long sleeves, long pants, etc). Depending on your area, you could get even more back to school clothes for $50 if you shopped the clearance rack, but in NC, we have to look ahead to the chilly falls and cold winters.
I don't know about you, but it makes me absolutely giddy to walk into a store and see signs that say things like "$4.50" or "$5" for clothing! Honestly, you really can't find clothes for less than that in a consignment store.
The Garanimals clothing is where I always go first when shopping at Walmart. We literally found him shirts for $3.50
I even found a rack of blue jeans for $8. Even when there are huge sales, you rarely find that kind of deal on blue jeans.
We came home with 5 pairs of pants and 5 shirts. All in all, we ended up spending about $48! Yes, we were under budget for the challenge!
And check him out! This was all purchased at Walmart (minus the Nemo fish). Who says stylish has to cost a fortune?
This giveaway has ended. Congratulations to Simone!
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September 9, 2009 2:23 AM
Buying when things are on sale (after back-to-school is over)and in preparation for the next year is a good way to save.
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September 9, 2009 2:23 AM
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September 9, 2009 2:29 AM
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September 9, 2009 5:54 AM
we save by shopping the clearance from the previous season before school starts
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September 9, 2009 7:49 AM
Well we don't technically go to school yet but we do save at Walmart. I buy a lot of the basics there like socks, undies, and some basic shirts-sure beats the mall prices!
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September 9, 2009 7:49 AM
We shopthe sales and clearance racks and start in the begining of summer.
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September 9, 2009 7:49 AM
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September 9, 2009 8:01 AM
I save for back to school products by purchasing when needed items come on sale or are on closeouts. I do this throughout the year.
September 9, 2009 8:13 AM
One way I save when back-to-school shopping is by buying school supplies (paper, crayons, folders, etc.) when they first put them out during the summer and they are cheaper. I also buy enough to last the entire year. Thanks.
September 9, 2009 8:13 AM
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September 9, 2009 8:30 AM
I always try to buy things on sale. I also spread out the back to school shopping and buy whenever things go on sale rather than all at once.
September 9, 2009 8:31 AM
I only buy things on sale or those which I can use coupons.
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September 9, 2009 8:31 AM
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September 9, 2009 8:36 AM
I buy school supplies for next year when they go clearance.
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September 9, 2009 8:49 AM
I shop end of season clearance and sales for next year's clothes and school supplies!
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September 9, 2009 9:09 AM
I like to be at Walmart early, when the doors open, and head straight for the clearance racks before things are picked over. I recently got my grandaughter 5 short sleeved shirts for $1 each. I matched colors to some jumpers I'd bought and they will mix and match with leggings this fall. Even regular prices at Walmart make this Grandma smile! Thanks!
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September 9, 2009 9:14 AM
When I was in college, I always used to match coupons up with sales to get the best deals. Now, at Walmart, you can take in all the ads from every store in your area and get the best prices all in one stop!
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September 9, 2009 9:14 AM
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September 9, 2009 9:16 AM
At Walmart, I look for clearance items all during the summer. I have found TONS of fall/winter clothing that way for next to nothing as its off season.
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September 9, 2009 9:22 AM
I usually buy off-season(summer clothes during winter/spring, winter clothes during summer/fall), but I will hit some back-to-school sales as well to save money. Wal-Mart always has great prices and I can always find what I need.
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September 9, 2009 9:23 AM
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September 9, 2009 9:26 AM
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September 9, 2009 9:30 AM
We saved alot this year on supplies. Their paper and pencils were a great price.
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September 9, 2009 9:32 AM
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September 9, 2009 9:34 AM
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September 9, 2009 9:37 AM
I buy for my neice/nephew for school in the off seasons. They're growing so fast that I'm able to buy a few sizes too big and stash it away and not worry about if it's going to fit or not.
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September 9, 2009 9:38 AM
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September 9, 2009 9:39 AM
We saved for school by comparison shopping and doing alot of price matches from ad's to get the lowest prices on items! And instead of buying folders and notebooks that are decorated (which usually cost alot more) we bought plain ones and decorated them as a family! Thanks for entering me into this giveaway
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September 9, 2009 9:39 AM
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September 9, 2009 9:40 AM
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September 9, 2009 9:41 AM
i shopped at walmart for school clothes for my kids this year and saved a bunch of money, they have all sizes and any thing a person could want, it wont be long before i will have to shop for winter clothes and i know where i'm going that gift certificate would come in handy for their winter clothes
September 9, 2009 9:42 AM
I always shop at second-hand stores or Walmart's sale rack for the boys' clothes - they go through them so fast that I just don't see the point in spending alot on their clothes!
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September 9, 2009 9:46 AM
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September 9, 2009 9:46 AM
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September 9, 2009 9:58 AM
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September 9, 2009 10:06 AM
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September 9, 2009 10:06 AM
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September 9, 2009 10:07 AM
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September 9, 2009 10:08 AM
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September 9, 2009 10:11 AM
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September 9, 2009 10:28 AM
With 10 children, I have to be a bargain shopper. :) I mainly shop at Walmart, and buy things in the LARGEST packages (more for the money) such as waffles, corn dogs, and other food items. I also love to browse their clearance racks and shelves (just got TONS of school supplies for a nickel and less on clearance). Even when I need things not yet on clearance, they still have great prices.
September 9, 2009 10:33 AM
I save by using Coupons, buying store brands and checking the sales. Unfortunately these days I also cut out a lot of extras.
September 9, 2009 10:41 AM
I always buy clothes in the opposite season. During summer, I am buying winter clothes for super cheap!
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September 9, 2009 10:41 AM
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September 9, 2009 11:01 AM
I save by buying sale items and buying things at the end of each season for the following year.
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September 9, 2009 11:01 AM
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I shop clearance racks and sales all year long for the grandkids.
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September 9, 2009 11:17 AM
I always shop throughout the year for things I might need for the future. Most of the time I can get these items for a really great price. I don't have to do the last minute rush at Back to School time because I've already got everykthing I need.
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September 9, 2009 11:27 AM
I save by stocking up on school supplies when Walmart puts them on sale! Nothing beats 10 cent glue sticks and 25 cent boxes of Crayola crayons! :)
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September 9, 2009 11:27 AM
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September 9, 2009 11:27 AM
I wait for the sales and clearances when the seasons change. Thanks for the chance.
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September 9, 2009 11:28 AM
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September 9, 2009 11:32 AM
I was there the other day and seen toddler clothing items for a dollar!
Always good deals at the one I go to,
not a struggle to find a deal at all.
September 9, 2009 11:33 AM
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September 9, 2009 11:35 AM
The best way to save for back-to-school is to shop the sales! There are so many great sales going on this time of year and there is no reason to pay full price for anything!
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September 9, 2009 11:36 AM
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September 9, 2009 11:46 AM
When the kids were small, I'd buy basic pieces at the end of one season in a larger size for the next year. Plus I shop sales and use coupons.
September 9, 2009 11:48 AM
The groceries at WalMart are so much cheaper than our local supermarket, we buy all our meat and bread products there constantly!
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I wait until sales an items go on clearance,usually after school starts,things start dropping each week ,so I get mine when they are at least 50-90% off,an save them for the next year,I buy in bulk
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September 9, 2009 12:24 PM
Walmart has complete outfits that are sometimes cheaper that buying the separates. Dresses can be cheaper and can be worn with jeans in cooler weather or alone in warmer weather.
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I like to search out the racks and shelves at Walmart that have been marked down to clearance. I am able to save a ton on their already low, low prices!
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September 9, 2009 12:44 PM
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September 9, 2009 12:50 PM
I like to save by buying items ahead of time when they are on sale.
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September 9, 2009 1:09 PM
I save by buying clothes at the end of the season when they are incredibly cheap. I store them in a tub until they are ready to wear.
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September 9, 2009 1:10 PM
I always buy on a sale. If a t-shirt isn't on sale, I'll find one that looks just like it but cheaper!
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September 9, 2009 1:17 PM
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September 9, 2009 1:19 PM
With six kids, I have learned to stalk he clearance racks and buy for the following year...and maybe even the year after that.
September 9, 2009 1:19 PM
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i prefer to buy sale items to save money, especially on children's clothes
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September 9, 2009 1:46 PM
To save on back to school, I literally shop all year long. Last year I purchased lunch kits for $2(they were normally $10) and kept them for this year. I do the same thing with backpacks, clothes, supplies, etc. Thanks!
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September 9, 2009 1:49 PM
I shop sale and clearance items. Buying at Walmart, in general, saves me a ton of money on school/kid supplies/clothing/food.
September 9, 2009 1:54 PM
I scour the clearance bins. My daughter loves HSM and Hannah Montana and there are always tons of clothes for her there for $3.00!
September 9, 2009 1:59 PM
I look at flyers each week and try to buy what is on sale. And I always use coupons. It really does add up to significant savings over time.
September 9, 2009 2:07 PM
When I see something on final clearance , I'll get it in many colors. What a deal.
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September 9, 2009 2:07 PM
Shop sales and clearances. My daughter goes to Goodwill to buy her jeans.Name brand jeans for $3.00 to $5.00
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I save on back-to-school shopping by waiting for my state's tax-free weekend to make my purchases.
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My tips would be to buy second hand or buy when they have sales in the holidays etc.
September 9, 2009 2:26 PM
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I watch the flyers and take advantage of any coupons that might be useful. I also check after the big school rush for better buys!
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September 9, 2009 2:31 PM
i save at walmart by using coupons and price matching (using competitor add sale prices and walmart will comp or honor the lower price.) i also shop on clearance for most of our clothing needs. thanks clallen at ntin dot net
September 9, 2009 2:33 PM
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September 9, 2009 2:44 PM
hit the clearance section first.. you're sure to find something!
September 9, 2009 3:10 PM
I shop the end of season clearance sales and put htings away til next year.
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We buy things when they are on sale and collect things over the school year, for the NEXT school year.
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I save by buying seasonal items and storing up when they are least expensive or on sale. We really love shopping at Walmart. The prices are great, especially when shopping for a whole family.
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September 9, 2009 3:21 PM
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September 9, 2009 3:31 PM
I purchase sale items and I use coupons.
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September 9, 2009 4:38 PM
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September 9, 2009 5:31 PM
I save on back to school by buying school clothes on clearance year round, thanks.
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September 9, 2009 6:06 PM
Walmart has the best prices on everything as well as great sales on seasonal items. I live in Florida and we can wear short, short sleeve shirts, sandals, for much of the year so the clearance sales are great for us.
September 9, 2009 6:06 PM
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September 9, 2009 6:10 PM
I shop clearance racks and sales year round so I don't have a huge cash outlay all at once.
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September 9, 2009 6:15 PM
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September 9, 2009 6:27 PM
I shop end of season sales because you can usually get another couple of months of wear out of them
September 9, 2009 6:38 PM
I always make a budget of what I plan on spend and put that money in an envelope so I don't overspend.
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September 9, 2009 6:44 PM
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September 9, 2009 6:45 PM
I shop at the clearance racks and save major $$$$.
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September 9, 2009 6:52 PM
I save money by buying things when they are on sale and by using coupons.
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September 9, 2009 7:26 PM
clearance racks & sales... my 2 best friends... ;-)
September 9, 2009 7:27 PM
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September 9, 2009 7:45 PM
You can find crazy awesome deals on the clearance racks at Wal-Mart, I always look for t-shirts there.
September 9, 2009 7:57 PM
With three kids in school and a spouse in college I have to sale, coupon and price match my way through the school years. I take advantage of every savings I can get. I do find some ladies small sizes that fit my daughters that are on clearance this time of year. I am queenesperfect at yahoo.com
September 9, 2009 8:17 PM
We show sales and clearance sales, and thrift stores to dress the 7 kids and aren't employed.
September 9, 2009 8:18 PM
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