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How To Save Money On Wedding And Baby Shower Favors
By: Criss White
Planning on having a wedding or baby shower soon? Getting favors is a nice way
of saying thank you to your guests for coming. Here are some tips for saving
money when purchasing baby shower or wedding favors.
1) Buy extras off other people - Oftentimes, people get too many favors for
their occasion. After all, it is better to be safe than sorry. Once the
celebration is over, however, these people may be willing to sell you their
leftover favors at a sharp discount. If you don't know anyone personally, then
look in the classifieds in both local and national papers as well as online
auction sites like ebay.
2) Buy in bulk and sell the leftovers - Sometimes you will be able to save money
by buying in bulk. You can sell the extras to other people. If you know other
people that are having weddings or baby showers, then you can combine your
orders and benefit from lower costs and possibly bulk purchase incentives like
free shipping.
3) Make your own favors - If you are crafty, then you can make your own favors.
Purchase all the materials at your local craft shop or online. Since you are
making them from scratch, you can customize and personalize as well. People will
appreciate the effort that went into making your own favors.
4) Find a craftsman - If you find a local craftsman or artist, then there is a
chance that you can get a great price from them for your favors. Another
possibility is an art student that is still in school. They will usually work
for less money than a full time professional.
5) Flea markets and thrift shops - Flea markets and thrift shops are great
places to locate bargain items. Also check out closeouts, store sales, garage
sales, and live auctions. Oftentimes, you can also negotiate prices with these
vendors.
As you can see, there are many ways to save money when shopping for gifts for
your guests. Follow these tips and you are sure to save money or favors and
supplies for your wedding, baby shower, or any other special occasion.
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About the Author:
Criss White is a professional web writer on baby and new mother topics for baby
and pregnancy websites. See Cheap baby shower favors(http://www.mybabyshowerfavors.com/cheap.htm)
and Inexpensive baby shower favors (
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for affordable baby shower supplies.
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