Back to school money saving tips
The thought of the children returning to school can often make any parents stomach churn. Books, shoes, latest bag and that’s only to start.
There is a way of making your money go further and saving on the expenses but you need to be willing to spend money to save it.
How?
The best way to put it is, don’t buy cheap! Sorry I’m aware this is a savings website, but I promise it will save you money.
Uniforms
The best thing about uniforms, is your not trying to keep up with fashion trends and washing. Don’t be afraid to check out the uniform pool OR if you have other children, buy it and store for the next child. My grandmother always used to tell me, ‘the difference between New and Old, is a good wash!’ and with Napi San, anything looks new again.
Stationary
Crayola! This I would say is the best product. And at this time of year, you can get them at half price. Buy 2 of everything! That way yes you are still paying full cost but saving heaps down the track. Put the extra away in a box on top of the cupboard out of the way. You will go through 2 packs of Crayola, instead of 6 cheap versions.
BoStick
It sticks, last and works. Really stock up at the start of the year on this, because they go through it and again HALF PRICE!
Shoes
No matter what shoes you buy, they are going to really cop it. Shop around you can get good less expensive ones but make sure they are made of leather to ensure your child wears out of them before they wear out!
Joggers
again shop around and get good quality. Children’s feet are so important to look after to ensure they don’t have problems later in life.
Bags!
There is always a huge debate on bags. There are all price ranges on them and you certainly get what you pay for. I bought my daughter a Billabong one at $45, a lot would faint at that price for a bag, so let me explain.
Most brand bags come with a 12 month warranty, (this doesn’t cover it being kicked about) so if my daughter uses that bag for the next 3 years (with a good wash from year to year) I have technically paid $15 a year for a bag! Most other bags last 12 months!
Lunchboxes
Hard lunch boxes are absolutely fantastic, but we went through 3 of those last year because of kids kicking them round the playground and so forth, so a recommend soft insulated ones. They work a treat!
How do you save on back to school expenses?
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