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Staples Back To School Savings 7/29/12

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How’s that back to school shopping going?  Staples has some great deals this week!  If you know a teacher, make sure they don’t miss the Teacher Appreciation Day event – visit staples.com/teacherday to find the date and time of the event near you.

If you have a lot of supplies to buy, Staples is also offering an additional 15% off all school supplies through 9/15/12 when you buy a savings pass for $10! There are plenty of deals to be had if you’re willing to shop multiple stores each week, but if you want to simplify your back-to-school shopping, the savings pass may be a good option for you.

:: Easy Rebate Deals

Staples 8.5″ x 11″ multipurpose paper, 500 sheets, $6.99
$5.99 Staples Easy Rebate
$1 after rebate!

Staples photo supreme 8.5″ x 11″ paper, double-sided matte, $14.99
$13.99 Staples Easy Rebate
$1 after rebate!

:: $0.01 Deals (with $5 minimum purchase, limited # of like items)

  • Staples standard paper clips, 100 pk. (limit 2)
  • 2-pocket paper folder, assorted colors (limit 10)
  • Home Select pocket tissues (limit 6)

:: $0.25 Deals (limit 4 like items per customer)

  • BIC mechanical pencils, 0.7 mm
  • Prang chalk, assorted colors, 12 pk.

:: $0.50 Deals

  • Staples poly-cover comp book or 1 subject notebook (limit 6)

:: $1 Deals (limit 2 like items per customer)

  • 1″ Avery durable binder
  • Staples multipurpose paper, 500 sheets
  • Staples 3″ x 4.25″ memo book with magnetic closure, 60 sheets
  • Staples mini poly snap envelope, 4″ x 6″, assorted colors and designs
  • Staples #10 envelopes, tamper evident, white
  • Staedtler compass or protractor
  • Staples assorted patterns composition book
  • Staples dry-erase board eraser
  • 6″ x 9″ top-wire writing pads, colors or prints
  • Softsoap aloe, 7.5 oz.
  • RoseArt crayons, 24 pk., 2/$1
  • RoseArt colored pencils, 15 pk.

:: $2 Deals (limit 4 like items per customer)

  • Staples jumbo glue sticks, 2 pk.
  • Staples pushpins in jar, 125 pk.
  • Lysol sanitizing wipes, spring scent, 35/pack
  • Pilot FriXion ball gel pens, fine, 2 pk.
  • Crayola washable markers or crayons
  • 1.6L Really Useful storage box, assorted colors

:: $3 Deals

  • Scotch dual-lock fasteners
  • Quartet 8.5″ x 11″ magnetic dry-erase board with marker and eraser
  • Ticonderoga black #2 pencils, 24 pk.
  • Pentel 24/7 liquid highlighters, assorted colors, 5 pk.
  • Crayola crayons, 64 pk.
  • Scotch Expressions Tape, 2/$3

:: $5 Deals

  • Swingline compact stand-up stapler, assorted colors
  • Staples standard weight top-loading clear sheet protectors, 50 pk.
  • Bienfang 8.5″ x 11″ sketch pad, 100 sheets
  • Expo Neon dry-erase markers, bullet tip, assorted, 5 pk.
  • BIC Velocity retractable ballpoint pens, bold, assorted colors, 8 pk.
  • Zebra Z-Grip mechanical pencils, 0.7 mm, 24 pk.
  • Pentel EnerGel Deluxe retractable gel pens, medium, 6 pk.
  • PaperMate InkJoy retractable pens

:: Other Deals

  • PNY Attache USP flash drive, 8GB/$5.99 or 16GB/$9.99
  • Save $2 instantly on the purchase of a new binder for each old one you recycle
  • 25-50% off all backpacks
  • Locker Planet accessories, $3.99-$19.99
  • 25% off all lunch bags and accessories
  • Save 30% on all Memorex headphones and earbuds
  • 40% off Martha Stewart Home Office with Avery Product (in-ad coupon)

Back to School Tax-Free Weekends

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Before you head out to buy your kids’ back-to-school wardrobes or finish stocking up on supplies, be sure to look for a tax-free weekend near you! Retailers often run special sales during these weekends as well, so you can find good savings on some of your necessities:

:: Alabama {8/3-8/5/12}

Alabama’s Tax Free Weekend includes:

  • Clothing under $100
  • School supplies under $50
  • Books under $30
  • Computers/computer equipment under $750

:: Arkansas {8/4-8/5/12}

Arkansas’ Tax Free Weekend includes:

  • Clothing and footwear (priced at less than $100 per item)
  • School supplies

:: Connecticut {8/21-8/27/12}

Connecticut’s Tax Free Week includes:

  • Clothing under $300 per item
  • Shoes under $300 per item

:: Florida {8/3-8/5/12}

Florida’s Tax Free Weekend includes:

  • Clothing under $100
  • Computers/computer equipment under $1,000
  • School supplies under $20

:: Iowa {8/3-8/4/12}

Iowa’s Tax Free Weekend includes:

  • Clothing under $100

:: Maryland {8/12-8/18/12}

Maryland’s Tax Free Weekend includes:

  • Clothing priced at $100 or less
  • Footwear priced at $100 or less

:: Missouri {8/3-8/5/11}

Missouri’s Tax Free Weekend includes:

  • Clothing under $100
  • School supplies under $50
  • Computers/computer equipment under $3,500

:: New Mexico {8/3-8/5/12}

New Mexico’s Tax Free Weekend includes:

  • All clothing  under $100
  • School supplies under $15
  • Computers under $1,000

:: North Carolina {8/3-8/5/12}

North Carolina’s Tax Free Weekend includes:

  • Clothing, footwear, and school supplies under $100
  • Instructional materials under $300
  • Sports and recreation equipment under $50
  • Computers under $3,500
  • Computer equipment under $250

:: Oklahoma {8/3-8/5/12}

Oklahoma’s Tax Free Weekend includes:

  • Clothing under $100

:: Tennessee {8/3-8/5/12}

Tennesse’s Tax Free Weekend includes:

  • Clothing under $100
  • School and art supplies under $100
  • Computers under $1,500

:: Texas {8/17-8/19/12}

Texas’ Tax Free Weekend includes:

  • Clothing  under $100
  • School supplies under $100
  • Backpacks under $100

:: Virginia {8/2-8/5/12}

Virginia’s Tax Free Weekend includes:

  • Clothing under $100
  • School supplies under $20

Thanks, “Cents”able Momma!

Back To School Supply Bundle $34 Shipped!

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Here’s a great Groupon deal available – you can get a Back to School Supply Bundle for $34 shipped!  You’ll get this premade bundle with more than 90 back-to-school supplies ranging from pens and pencils to folders and notebooks.  This is good for those that don’t want to chase the deals or deal with low stock issues.  Here’s how to get this deal:

  • Register with Groupon.
  • After you register or if you’re already a member, click here to go directly to the offer.
  • Click the “Buy” button and checkout.
  • Complete your order and your Groupon should be available within 24 hours.

Limit 1 per person. $5 flat-rate shipping not included. Does not ship to AK/HI/Canada/Puerto Rico. Most orders are delivered within 17 days from the purchase date. Does not ship to PO boxes. See return policy. Must pay applicable tax and provide name and shipping address at checkout, which will be shared to facilitate shipping.

$16 for a $40 Voucher for Eco-Friendly Diapers, Baby Care and Home Cleaning Products from The Honest Company

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Here’s another great offer from Plum District – get a $40 Honest Company Voucher for only $16!  The Honest Company is newly launched by Golden Globe-nominated actress, Jessica Alba.  They offer beautiful, eco-friendly diapers, personal care, and household cleaning products that can be curated into personalized bundles and automatically shipped every month. Here’s how to get this deal:

  • Register or log-in with Plum District.
  • After you register or if you’re already a member, click here to go directly to the offer.
  • Use promo code LONDON20 for 20% Off your purchase.
  • Complete your order, and your Plum District voucher should be available within 48 hours.

Limit of 1 voucher per household, 1 voucher per transaction.  Valid for new customers only.  May not be applied to taxes & shipping.  Not applied to previously placed orders.  May not be combined with other offers.  Voucher may be used toward any products or Bundle & Save subscriptions.  Voucher code will be available for redemption 48 hours after your purchase.  Expires 10/25/12.

Back to School Deals: Hot Deals Week of 7/22/12

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Have you started shopping for school supplies yet? I’ve put together a roundup of the best available deals this week to help you stock up for less. Come back every week for a new list!

:: Pens & Pencils

Target – PaperMate Pens, FREE
Staples – Zebra #2 0.7mm Mechanical Pencils, FREE after rebate
Staples – Pentel RSVP Ballpoint Pens, FREE after rebate
Staples – Staples pink cap erasers (12 ct.), $0.01
Walgreens – Wexford or Penway Erasers, $0.29
Target – Up & Up #2 Pencils (24 ct.), $1

:: Crayons, Markers, Highlighters & Colored Pencils

Walgreens – Wexford Highlighters, $0.19
Staples – Sharpie Accent tank highlighters (5 pack), $0.50
Target – Crayola Colored Pencils (12 ct.) – $0.99
CVS – B1G1 50% Off Crayola Markers (10 ct.), Colored Pencils (12 ct.), Sidewalk Chalk (15 ct.)

:: Notebooks, Folders, Binders & Paper

Staples – Staples 3″ x 5″ ruled index cards (100 pack), $0.01
Office Depot – select notebooks, comp books, pencil pouches, folders, binders and pencils, $0.49
Target – Up & Up Ruled Index Cards (100 ct.), $0.49
Office Depot – Wilson Jones 1″ flexible poly binders, $0.50
Rite Aid – Mead 70 Single Subject Notebooks, 3/$0.99
Office Max – OfficeMax laminate folders, 2-pocket with fasteners, $1
Staples – Staples 8 1/2″ x 11″ Multipurpose Paper (500 sheets), $1 after rebate
Staples – HP everyday 8 1/2″ x 11″ photo paper, $1 after rebate
Office Max – Office Max 8 1/2″ x 11″ Bright Multiuse copy paper (500 sheets), $1 after rebate
Office Max – OfficeMax wide or college rule poly notebook, 70 sheets, $1
Walgreens – Wexford Legal pads (50 sheets), 3/$1
Staples – Staples 9″ x 12″ Construction Paper, assorted colors (200 sheets), $3

:: Glue & Tape

Office Depot – Scholastic Glue Sticks (4 pack), $0.50
Office Depot – BIC Wite-Out Correction Tape, $0.50
Target – Elmer’s School Glue Sticks (6 ct.), $0.99
Target – Up & Up Invisible Tape (3 pk.), $2
Office Depot – Scotch Magic Tape in dispensers (2 pk.), $3

:: Rulers & Scissors

Office Depot – Office Depot Brand acrylic ruler, $0.10
Office Depot – Office Depot Brand 6″ protractor, $0.10
Office Max – Westcott 5″ Junior blunt or pointed scissors, $1
Target – Up & Up Kids’ Scissors (2 ct.), $1
Office Max – Westcott KleenCut 8″ scissors, $2
Office Depot -Fiskars 7″ student scissors, $3

:: Other Deals

Staples – Staples Stickies 1/2″ Tape Flags (bright colors, 125 pack), $0.25
Target – Up & Up Pencil Pouch or Case, $0.49
Staples – Staples clip board, brown, 5.5″ x 9″, $1
Office Max – Sliding pencil box (limit 5), $1
Office Depot – Sharp Scientific Calculator, $1.99
CVS – B1G1 50% Backpacks or Lunch Carriers, prices vary
Rite Aid – Assorted Backpacks, Lunch Kits or Lunch Totes, B1G1 FREE