Halloween Candy

Halloween Candy!

Yesterday, I thought, does Dunkin Donuts have their Pumpkin Spice Coffee yet? So, did some research and found out, yes, they do. That's right, the item is not on the main menu but ask and ye shall receive. That's right people, the season is so close, stores are already putting out Halloween candy and in some cases, Christmas items.

Magazine in store

There is no better time of year than the holidays. Nothing beats the crisp air, the magic of fall, mysteries of Halloween, and kicking off the Christmas season with countdown's to Christmas and a ginormous Thanksgiving meal. The best part, being able to walk into stores and find favorite foods, pumpkin everything, fall colors, and warm clothes, and in some cases (especially with the help of coupons) holiday items at a decent price.

This time of year is the decorating season, which means spending and it can become tough not to be tempted by all the seasonal items. For example, while in Kohl's (love that store), there were several autumn dishes and serving dishes that I just wanted, but they were not on sale at all, yet. However, several tablecloths, some Halloween items, dish towels, and floor mats were. Unfortunately, the sale on the Autumn home goods, decorative items, were not so great either. However, Fall has not officially begun and by Fall these goodies will be half+ off, and if looking for a bargain, try out Big Lots, Wal-Mart, Target, or even look online.

Big Lots had Fall outside mats for $4! Much of their decorations were very fairly priced, $12 and under and they had a good amount of Thanksgiving products. Target has some good prices, but one has to look for them.

Fall Cereals in Ingles

Target seems to be good at hiding some of their sales in with the actual price items. It is a bit annoying, but look for the red and white sticker with a lower price than the rest of the surrounding objects. Also, check the end of the isles, that is where most of the bigger sales end up. Also, Kohl's and Target offer much more when it comes to coupons and savings. There is usually a promo every week and, despite what some sales clerks say, multiple coupons can be used and do work in many cases. Every once in a while, no, but most of the time it works.

Wal-Mart is always a safety net when it comes to low prices, but be careful, it is easy to walk out with $100 worth of products and buyers remorse. However, got to admit, when it comes to Halloween and Christmas candy, Wal-Mart is my go to destination. I do not know if it is the isle of candy stacked high on the shelves or the fact that they seem to sell certain candies that are not available at other retailers or the fact the prices for what is being bought is actually fair. Whatever it is, when it comes to certain products such as fake pumpkins (yea, that hurt to write a little), leaf garland-sometimes-seasonal candle holders and table accents, and candy, this is my store to find savings (especially in October).

Fall items in Kohls

Other stores to check out, Crafty ones. Michaels, surprisingly, has good sales because everyone who crafts is usually ahead of the season so by mid September Fall items are as high as 80% off and by mid-October, Halloween items are right there with them and even some of the Christmas items go on sale. Baskets, Fake Pumpkins, and Garland are three things to look for sales in, and the sales are always awesome. Also, look for their ads and coupons online and in-store.

Well, the season is here-the craziness is about to begin and holiday madness is coming, but first, lets enjoy the beauty and fun of fall, raise a glass of coffee, eat some cake, and relax. Happy Fall!!!