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Coupons
As much as I grumble about my local Joann's, one of the best things about them is that they always have coupons. The last flier has a ton so I set out to the store to see what caught my eye. Little did I know what all I would be bringing home:
I used my first coupon on the 5 lb. box of fiberfill. You would think that something this large would last forever, but you would be surprised how fast stuffing a few toys, pin cushions, and random items uses up this stuff - it was a bargain for under $9. My second coupon went to picking up another issue of Sew News - I keep telling myself that I will frame the issues that my articles appear in, but I never seem to remember when I go to someplace that does frames. While I was there, I also selected some interesting snake suede cloth (it was an impulse buy) and found bulk buttons to send to my I <3 To Sew swap partner. All the savings made me want to visit my local Hancock Fabrics where I picked up a few zippers and some swimsuit elastic (both for my swap partner, but more on that later) and KU fabric. My intention is that I will be making a few Christmas gifts this year and plan on turning this into aprons for a few of my college friends.
Now that I feel like I supported my local economy, I think I'll stay home and put my goods to work. Anyone else make any purchases this weekend?
Previous Comments
[1] On Jul-21-2008, Blakely wrote:I miss our Joann, so much!! I purchased some fabric and tracing paper. Nothing to big.
[2] On Jul-21-2008, Marsha wrote:
We moved recently, so I haven't been receiving the JoAnn's flyers---but that reminds me I need to sign up for them again on their website. I'm the same way--I grumble about JoAnn's, but I think I would really miss the stores if they weren't around--then again, I'd probably spend less too! I think I have 5 JoAnn stores in my area, two of which are Superstores--so I really shouldn't complain. I didn't do any shopping this weekend--I spent the weekend basking in my State Fair wins from Friday--one of which was my first Jalie ever (the empire cross-over). It took a blue ribbon, and the judge said it looked store bought. You have really inspired me, Stacy! Thanks to you, I'm now in love with Jalie patterns and will be sewing up many more.
[3] On Jul-22-2008, MelissaB wrote:
I went on Sunday and didn't use any coupons, but I did buy a few cute kids knit prints they just got in. They are nice and thick and will be perfect for some upcoming sewing. :-)
[4] On Jul-26-2008, Sarah wrote:
That's awesome that you have an article in Sew News! I'm excited for you! Having once been a journalism major in college and having the opportunity to write for the city paper, there is such a thrill to seeing your name in print! Anyways, I love that magazine and will definitely grab this issue.