Can you really save by shopping on Memorial Day?

Can you really save by shopping on Memorial Day?

We all see retailers coming out with printed ads, commercials, videos and more featuring “BIG” Memorial Day sales events so naturally the question arises…can I really save by shopping on Memorial Day? The answer is MAYBE! Why maybe you ask? Because it depends on which type of item you are trying to save on! See our favorite things to buy and not to buy during Memorial Day savings events by continuing to read below and let us know in the comments what you are keeping an eye out for this year too!

Looking for details on specific Memorial Day sales? Check out our round-up of Memorial Day retailer sales!

What to buy during Memorial Day sales

Appliances

One of the best things to buy during Memorial Day sales is appliances! If you need a new washer, dryer, stove, refrigerator, etc. Memorial Day savings are typically huge. Best Buy, Lowe’s & Home Depot typically feature them front and center on their ads too. Expect savings up to 40% + possible rebates when buying bundles of appliances together as well. Free delivery is typically available in addition to the savings and they can typically be combined with other discounts you may have such as the Lowe’s Consumer Card member discount of 5%!

Mattresses

Patriotic holidays including Memorial Day are one of the very best times to buy a mattress. Typically you will see deals as high as 50% off of select mattresses as well as offers like free mattress protectors, bed frame bundles, etc.

Home Decor & furniture

Memorial Day is a great time to keep an eye out for discounts on furniture and home decor items that you have had an eye on. Couches, recliners & patio furniture are always featured in Memorial Day ads from Big Lots, local furniture stores & more!

Tires

If the winter was harsh on your tires it may be time to get a new set for the summer. Memorial Day events are a great time to save. Many retailers offer a bundle deal if purchasing all four as well!

Tools

With Father’s Day near Memorial Day it is always a great time to grab some new tools. Many of these items are rarely discounted, so it’s good to grab the savings while you can on drills, saws & other commonly used tools!

What not to buy during Memorial Day Sales

Summer apparel & swim wear

Apparel can be tricky when it comes to Memorial Day sales events. A smart shopper can find some savings on leftover spring apparel and some retailers do offer a percentage off of your online purchase which can add up to some pretty good savings. Some stores may feature cheap flip flops or tank tops to lure you into their sale events as well. Overall however the best clothing sales will be found during back-to-school events and black friday sales.

Grills

If you need to buy one you may be able to save a little on Memorial Day but truly steep discounts on grills will not appear until the end of the season! To save the most wait until around Labor Day, but if you can’t wait then Memorial Day events may be your best bet!

Jewelry

If you have your eye on something shiny it may be best to wait. While some retailers do have decent deals on jewelry during Memorial Day you will typically find better deals in the slower jewelry buying months at the end of summer and in late February!

TVs and electronics

This is another one of those items that you may be able to save some on during Memorial Day events but if you want big savings you will need to wait. July & November are typically the best times to be on the lookout for electronics deals.

Looking for details on specific Memorial Day sales? Check out our round-up of Memorial Day retailer sales!

Fun Leprechaun Tricks For St. Patricks Day!

Fun Leprechaun Tricks For St. Patricks Day!

Does the leprechaun sneak into your house every year like it does mine? Looking for some Fun Leprechaun Tricks For St. Patricks Day! That sneaky little leprechaun is always up to some kind of hijinks! Check out our favorite little tricks below to make St. Patrick’s Day memorable and fun this year! We also included some links to our favorite products on Amazon & Walmart as well! (affiliated links)

Bath tub paint is a fun way to leave a little message or picture! You could take it a step farther and grab some window paint as well to leave some cheer around the whole place!

2. Rearrange some toys or other objects into fun designs! Legos always make the perfect building medium, but you could be creative with pasta, stuffed animals, etc!

3. Pick up some fun accessories and decorate some faces while they sleep! What a sneaky trick to wake up to!

4. Grab some gold color mist and go to town on some sandwich cookies or other treats! As a bonus you get to eat them too!

5. Our leprechaun puts food coloring in our milk every year!

6. These magic leprechaun rocks look like a fun activity for St. Patricks day! It would also be fun to freeze random objects in ice balls and leave them to be found!

7. Cover doors in crepe paper and decorate them that way they have to burst through them in the morning to get out!

8. The leprechaun using the toilet is a classic prank that many homes use! Last year our leprechaun (since he’s small) brought his own toilet along!

9. Balloon fun! Fill a room with balloons for fun OR even hide little surprises inside and write pop me on them!

4 Cheap and Easy Homemade Meal Ideas (That Aren’t Just Spaghetti)

Check out these inexpensive and simple homemade meal ideas!

Italian Sausage Ragu

It’s tough to feed the family AND keep it interesting these days. These four recipes will be sure to keep everyone happy (and asking for seconds)! A lot of times, when we think about easy foods, we end up with expensive takeout from restaurants or greasy fast foods. Or we just end up making spaghetti… again. What we really need is good, homemade food from every day ingredients you probably have in your pantry or cupboard and freezer! All of these meal ideas make 4-6 servings! We really hope you enjoy these cheap, easy, homemade meal ideas!

Quick Sausage Ragù

Ingredients:
1 lb Bulk Italian Sausage (Sweet, Mild or Hot- whatever you prefer)
2 tbs Olive Oil
1 12 oz Can Stewed Tomatoes
1 tbsp Minced Garlic
2 tsp Italian Seasoning
3/4 cup Frozen Peppers and Onions
4 cups Cooked Rice or Pasta of your choice

Directions:
Cook Rice or Pasta- Start boiling the water when you begin, and cook according to directions
1.) Heat skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Then carefully add bulk italian sausage. Crumble it as it cooks.
2.) When meat is fully cooked, add the remainder of the ingredients, bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes
3.) Serve sauce over rice or pasta

Grecian Penne Pasta with Chicken

Ingredients:

1 Box of Penne Pasta- Cooked and Cooled.
1 can of cooked chicken breast
1.5 tbsp granulated garlic
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
2 tbsp Parmesan Cheese
1 small can of roasted red pepper
1 small can of artichoke pieces
4 oz Feta cheese
1 small can sliced black olives
1/2 c Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
Salt and Pepper to taste

Directions:
Combine all ingredients and toss until well coated. Adjust dressing amount to desired level. In addition, salt and pepper to taste
Serve cold as a chilled pasta salad. Top with shredded lettuce or extra Parmesan if desired. May also be reheated and served warm!

Kielbasa with Roasted Vegetables

Ingredients:
1 pkg Cooked Kielbasa (Polish Sausage)
1/2 Large Bag of California Blend Vegetables (Broccoli, Cauliflower, Carrots)

Directions:
Our favorite! In other words, this one is too easy! Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Slice sausage on a bias into about 1.5 inch thick slices. Arrange sausage slices meat side up on one half of a baking sheet, fill the rest of the baking sheet with the frozen vegetables. Bake until the edges of the sausage are browning and getting dark. The veggies will be a little brown as well. Serve and enjoy!

Pita Pizzas

Ingredients:
8 Whole Wheat Pitas
1 can Pizza Sauce
1 8 oz bag Mozzarella Cheese
Any toppings you’d like!

Directions:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Spread sauce,cheese and toppings. Bake until cheese is melted and beginning to brown. Above all, the best part of this recipe is that you can use up many extra or left over ingredients from the recipes above to really avoid waste and be creative!