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How to Save Money on Halloween Costumes

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Visit your local thrift shop. Even if your local thrift shop does not have a costume section, you can still find some fun and funky secondhand clothing to use for costumes. Swap with friends. Or, gather a few friends and host a costume swap. ©2009-13 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC.

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Tips to Save on School Uniforms

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Thrift stores and consignment stores are a great resource for polos, dress shirts, khakis or long pants. You can take your child’s gently used uniforms to the school exchange and then either get a discount or just swap out items for a different size. ©2009-13 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC.