Retail Bootcamp: Spring Frugal Fashion with Becentsable - Tips

We've been getting some great frugal fashion tips from our readers for our Giveaway with Becentsable for our Spring Frugal Fashion series.

• Janet - "I recently was able to get two nice tops and a great-fitting pair of Dockers pants at Kohl's for less than $9 by shopping the 75% off rack and using $10 Kohl's cash from previous sales shopping."
• Sherry - "Buy a couple of inexpensive skirts with lots of colors in them and some inexpensive tank tops. You can mix and match these to make several casual summer outfits. Don’t forget to add a fun necklace to complete the look."
• Amy - "If I have a blouse or jacket with cool buttons that I'm getting rid of, I'll exchange them with plain buttons on a cardigan or another blouse and create a brand new look."

Thanks for the tips!

Giveaway:

Send us your tips, tricks, shopping trips, photos or questions and you will be entered to win a mystery giveaway! Email us at yourretailhelper@gmail.com to be entered to win. We will pick 3 lucky winners at the end of the month!

Ideas to submit:

• Your retail shopping trips
• How you get clothes for your family on a budget
• How you reuse items to help you stretch your budget
• Problems or questions

Good Luck!

Don’t want to miss a single deal? Go here to get Hot Deals sent directly to your Inbox! Thanks for joining Your Retail Helper, part of the Helping the Mommas network.

Dick's Sporthing Goods Extra 15% Off Exp 4/9 - Shin Guards for $8.49

Get 15% off your purchase at Dick's Sporting Goods with Coupon Code AFL6258 Exp 4/9 (exclusions appy). These Umbro Corsica Revolution Pink Soccer Shin Guards would be only $8.49 after discount.

Shipping is Free on orders over $99.



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Vera Bradley 50% Off "Sittin' In A Tree" Today Only Exp 4/5

Today only, Tuesday, April 5th, Vera Bradley has 50% off all Sittin' in a Tree colors! Plus, shipping is Free on orders over $100.

This Clip Zip ID would be only $6 (Reg $12).

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More Magazine Subscription for $4.99 (Reg $20) Expires Today 4/5

Get a More Magazine Subscription for only $4.99 with Coupon Code MORE (Reg $20.00) from Tanga. This offer expires today, April 5th.

Don’t want to miss a single deal? Go here to get Hot Deals sent directly to your Inbox! Thanks for joining Your Retail Helper, part of the Helping the Mommas network.

Monster Cable Surge Suppressor for HDTV/Flat Screens for $36.99 Shipped (Reg $99.95) Exp 4/8

Need a surge protector for your HDTV or Flat Screen TV? Get a Monster Cable PowerCenter Surge Suppressor for only $36.99 at Buy.com (Reg $99.95). Plus shipping is FREE! Offer expires 4/8.

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Retail Bootcamp: Spring Frugal Fashion with Becentsable

 

This month for our Retail Bootcamp, we have teamed up with Chrissy from Becentsable to help her stretch her money and get the biggest bang for her buck.

Retail Steals-The Challenge

We helped Chrissy at Becentsable and her friend Brooke, her Fashion Consultant, to help  select new Spring/Summer clothes for Chrissy. Brooke is the fashion expert and she will help find clothes that look the best, as well as functional but fun pieces for her much needed NEW wardrobe. Your Retail Helper will find the deals on the clothing and the best stores to shop at.

Stop before you shop:

• We went through Chrissy's closet to see what she had and what she needed.
• We found items that she no longer used that could be donated.
• We took stock of what she had.
• We made a list of what she needed.

The Shopping List:

• Pants
• Dress
• Dress Shirt
• Jacket
• 3 Shorts
• 3 Casual Shirts
• Black Sandals
• Flip Flops
• Summer Purse (optional)

The Rules:

• One (1) day ONLY to shop!
• $300 limit (hopefully much less).
• Must get everything on Chrissy's list.
• No more than 20 miles total from her home.

Check back at Your Retail Helper to see if we WON the challenge as well as tips, suggestions and ideas to redo your wardrobe without crushing your wallet!

Don't forget about our Giveaway:

Send us your tips, tricks, shopping trips, photos or questions and you will be entered to win a mystery giveaway! Email us at yourretailhelper@gmail.com to be entered to win. We will pick 3 lucky winners at the end of the month!

Ideas to submit:

• Your retail shopping trips
• How you get clothes for your family on a budget
• How you reuse items to help you stretch your budget
• Problems or questions

Good Luck!

Don’t want to miss a single deal? Go here to get Hot Deals sent directly to your Inbox! Thanks for joining Your Retail Helper, part of the Helping the Mommas network.

Crayola Free Shipping on $25+ Orders & Free Bottle of Colored Bubbles Exp 4/8

Need Easter basket ideas? Get Free Shipping on orders over $25 with Coupon Code SPRINGFREE Exp 4/8 at the CrayolaStore.com. Plus, you'll get a Free bottle of colored bubbles with any $15 purchase. 


These Washable Kid's Paint Pots in the Sale section are only $2.99.

Sign up for Crayola's Newsletter on the bottom of their web page to get exclusive promotions and possible even some printable coupons.

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Pay $39 for $80 Worth of Canvas Prints + Free Shipping

I love these deals. What a great way to get a personalized piece of artwork as a gift or for your home. Pay $39 for $80 Worth of Canvas Prints from CanvasLifestyle via Plum District Exp 4/5. Plus, Shipping is FREE!

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New York & Co Deal of the Day Jeans for $14.99 (Orig $49.95) + 30% off $50+ Purchase Exp 4/5

The New York & Company Deal of the Day is select Jeans for only $14.99 (Orig $49.95) in-store and online. Plus you can get 30% off a $50+ purchase with Coupon Code 2245. The coupon expires 4/7. Go here for an in-store printable coupon.

And don't forget to sign up for NY & Co's Email Newsletter for additional savings OR send the text message "WEB" to 697895 for their Mobile Alerts / Coupons.

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Coldwater Creek Up to 70% Off + Free Shipping on All Orders Expires Today 4/5

Coldwater Creek has a huge sale with items up to 70% off. Plus, Shipping is Free with Coupon Code WZH1423. This offer expires today, April 5th.

This Heart charm bracelet is $9.99 Shipped (Orig 24.95).





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Children's Place 50% Off Sale + Extra 15% Off

Children's Place has an additional 50% off sale prices online. (Discount is already reflected in price.) Use Coupon Code C6D2011 for an extra 15% off your purchase or go here for an in-store printable coupon. Both expire 4/17. Shipping is a flat rate of $5.

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$16 for $32 Worth of Pure Mineral Makeup + Free Shipping Exp 4/5

Pay $16 for $32 worth of Pure Mineral Makeup from Smoky Mountain Minerals. Plus, Shipping is Free. Mineral makeup is oil and fragrance free and it never expires. I love mine! This offer expires today, 4/5.

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Sears Hot Deal Today Only + Extra $5 off $50 + Free Shipping

Check out these Hot Deals that are good

today only, April 5th, from Sears.

Sansui 22'' Widescreen Signature Series 1080p Black LED HDTV
$169.99 (Reg $196.99)

Able Planet TRUE FIDELITY Foldable Around the Ear Active Noise Canceling Headphones
$59.99 (Reg $89.99)

• Get $5 off $50 with Coupon Code SEARS5OFF50 Exp 12/31
• Get $20 off $200 with Coupon Code APRILSAVINGS Exp 5/2
• You can also get FREE Shipping at Sears. Some items indicate they are available for store pick up. Buy online, wait for your confirmation email and then go to your local Sears store to pick up your item at the curb. They guarantee it will be ready in 5 minutes or they'll give you a $5 store coupon.

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Target Daily Deals April 5th + $5 off $50 + FREE Shipping + 3% Back

Target Daily Deals for April 5th, 2011!

Graco Travel System - Melbourne

$149.99 (Reg $199.99)

Use Coupon Code H6GUONV5 for an extra $5 off $50.

Here's how you can save even more on Target Daily Deals:

1. Go  to Ebates, which is a Cash Back program. (Click here to learn more about Ebates.) You'll get $5 for just signing up.
2. Search for Target on  Ebates. Click on Target and then shop as you normally would.
3. Search for the Daily Deal you want to purchase.
4. You'll earn 3% back on every purchase. That amount will accumulate with Ebates and they'll send you a check! It's that easy.

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